Monday, April 29

Residents of Zamfara State Express Concerns about Transport Costs, Turn to Walking
29Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Residents of Zamfara State Express Concerns about Transport Costs, Turn to Walking

The high cost of transportation in Zamfara State has become a major issue for residents. According to reports from NewsNow, many individuals have opted to walk due to their inability to afford the expensive fares. A resident of Gengeri MaiGemu in Tudunwada area of Gusau shared that he used to pay N100 for motorcycle rides, but now the fare has risen to N300. Furthermore, the cost of traveling from Gusau to Sokoto has surged from N4,000 to N6,500. Some commercial motorcycle riders and drivers mentioned to NewsNow that they had to raise prices because of the high cost of fuel, which they purchase between N950 to N1000 per liter. During NewsNow's visit to filling stations in Gusau metropolis, it was observed that only a few were open for business, while the rest remained closed. According...
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Investigation Launched by Police Following Assassination of Aiyedatiwa’s Campaign Coordinator by Gunmen
29Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Investigation Launched by Police Following Assassination of Aiyedatiwa’s Campaign Coordinator by Gunmen

The Ondo State Police Command has initiated an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragic death of Mr. Alaba Abe, a ward coordinator for Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s campaign organization. Reports revealed that Abe, popularly known as Excel, was fatally shot on Saturday night by individuals suspected to be hired assassins. He served as one of the campaign coordinators for the governor during the recent All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary in Ondo State. Additionally, Abe held the position of Returning Officer for the party's primary election at Ward 10 in the council area. Confirming the incident, the Ondo State Police Public Relations Officer, Funmilayo Odunlami, stated that an investigation into the matter has been launched. In her statement, O...
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<article> Striker Dessers Aims to Continue Scoring for Rangers Following Winning Goal against St. Mirren
29Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

In a thrilling victory over St. Mirren, Nigeria's Cyriel Dessers secured the win for Rangers with a crucial goal. Now, the 29-year-old has his sights set on adding more goals to his tally for the team. This season, Dessers has impressively scored his 20th goal, proving to be a valuable asset for the Light Blues as they strive to keep up with Celtic in the Scottish Premiership title race. Despite facing criticism from some Rangers fans, Dessers has consistently performed well for the team. Expressing his determination to contribute further to the club's success this season, Dessers shared with RangersTV, "Achieving 20 goals is a great accomplishment, but I am not content with stopping there. My aim is to continue scoring and surpass this milestone." He added, "In r...
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The Allegation of Over 8,000 Christians Killed in a Span of 13 Months by Intersociety
29Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

The Allegation of Over 8,000 Christians Killed in a Span of 13 Months by Intersociety

Expressing concern, the rights group known as the International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law, Intersociety, has brought attention to the potential demise of Christianity and freedom of worship in Nigeria. According to the group's claims, more than 8,200 defenseless Christians were brutally killed within a 13-month period from January 2023 to January 2024, with over 8,000 others reported as abducted during the same timeframe. This alarming information was conveyed in a statement made public by the organization and shared with NewsNow recently. Signed by prominent figures including Emeka Umeagbalasi, Board Chair of Intersociety, the statement also highlighted the grave concern that Christianity, Jewish, and Traditional Religions face the risk of disappearing in Nigeria with...
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Intersociety accuses South-East governors of deceit and denial in RUGA controversy
29Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Intersociety accuses South-East governors of deceit and denial in RUGA controversy

According to the International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety), a research organization advocating for human rights and democracy, South-East governors are being deceitful by proceeding with the establishment of Fulani herdsmen settlements across the region. In a statement released on Monday, Intersociety claimed that most of these governors had their elections rigged and are now fulfilling the wishes of those in power. The statement, signed by various heads of Intersociety, warned about the disastrous consequences of allowing herders to take over lands in the South-East. Intersociety strongly criticized the governors for potentially turning the region into a hotspot for violence, akin to areas like Benue, Plateau, and Southern Kaduna. Expressing concern for ...
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The Predicted Duration of Fuel Scarcity by IPMAN
29Apr By Adebayo SheriffNo Comments
Press

The Predicted Duration of Fuel Scarcity by IPMAN

According to IPMAN, the fuel scarcity situation, which is currently affecting several states, is not expected to normalize for at least a two-week period. IPMAN's Public Relations Officer, Chinedu Ukadike, disclosed that the country is currently facing unavailability of the product. Obtaining the product has become particularly challenging due to ongoing maintenance activities at most refineries in Europe. Ukadike attributed the supply shortage to complications in importation processes and delays in the renewal of licenses for marketers by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA. Out of the 15,000 marketers, only 1,050 have had their licenses renewed by NMDPRA, as stated by Ukadike. He emphasized that the current scarcity and long queues at filling ...
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29Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Warning from Abia State Government: Criminals Displaced by Security Team Heading to Rural Areas

In light of recent operations conducted by Operation Crush, Abia State government has noticed a trend where suspected criminals, who were forced out of their previous hideouts, are now seeking refuge in rural communities within the state. The motive behind this relocation is believed to be an attempt to evade detection by law enforcement authorities. This alert was issued over the weekend by Navy Commander Mac Donald Uba (Rtd), the Special Adviser on Security Matters to Governor Alex Otti, through an official press release. Residents of Abia are advised to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities or individuals they encounter in their neighborhoods. Furthermore, the Special Adviser emphasized the importance of community leaders such as traditional rulers, Presidents-General,...
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Prediction: Man City Favored to Win EPL Title with Arsenal’s Victory
29Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Prediction: Man City Favored to Win EPL Title with Arsenal’s Victory

According to Opta, Manchester City is predicted to have a high likelihood of retaining their Premier League championship after securing a 2-0 victory against Nottingham Forest. Arsenal also contributed to the excitement by narrowly defeating Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 in the North London Derby. Liverpool, on the other hand, faced a tough challenge as they were held to a 2-2 draw by West Ham over the weekend. After these games, Opta's analysis indicates that City now has a 70% probability of clinching the Premier League title, while Arsenal stands at a 30% chance and Liverpool at 0%. Upcoming matchups include Liverpool hosting Tottenham and Arsenal taking on Bournemouth at the Emirates Stadium. City is set to face Wolves at the Etihad Stadium in the late Saturday kick-off. Here is the break...
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Key Initiatives by Tinubu Reshaping Nigeria’s Economic Growth
29Apr By Afolake IbidunNo Comments
Business

Key Initiatives by Tinubu Reshaping Nigeria’s Economic Growth

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expressed that the fuel subsidy removal and foreign exchange liberalization policies have positioned Nigeria at the forefront of economic advancement. Addressing a high-level panel session at the World Economic Forum, WEF, Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth, and Energy for Development in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Tinubu emphasized the crucial decisions taken to steer Nigeria's economy in the right direction. In a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, the presidential spokesperson, Tinubu underscored the significance of removing fuel subsidies, despite the challenges it presented, to restructure Nigeria's economic trajectory. "Making tough decisions is essential in leadership, and the removal of fuel subsidies was imperative to prevent economic collapse and pav...
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Real Madrid President Stops Ancelotti From Signing Harry Kane
29Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Real Madrid President Stops Ancelotti From Signing Harry Kane

Last summer, it was reported that Real Madrid president Florentino Perez intervened to prevent manager Carlo Ancelotti from securing the signature of Harry Kane from Tottenham. Ancelotti had identified Kane as his top transfer target for the season, prioritizing him even over Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund. This pursuit was driven by the need to fill the void left by Karim Benzema's departure to Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia. However, Perez vetoed the move as his main objective was focused on acquiring Kylian Mbappe during the same transfer window. Perez was prepared to have Madrid operate without a recognized striker until the arrival of Mbappe on a free transfer. In the end, Kane opted to join Bayern Munich and has since been in impressive form, netting 42 goals in all c...
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