European tycoon Bernard Arnault experiences a $30 billion dip amid the Coronavirus crisis
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European tycoon Bernard Arnault experiences a $30 billion dip amid the Coronavirus crisis

Amid the Coronavirus pandemic, Bernard Arnault, the richest man in Europe and the world's third-richest billionaire, has incurred an extraordinary loss of $30 billion, making him the individual with the largest monetary setback globally. The 71-year-old Frenchman serves as the chairman and CEO of the esteemed luxury conglomerate LVMH Moët Hennessy, which manages a portfolio of 70 luxury brands, including Louis Vuitton and Sephora. As the global economy grapples with the effects of the pandemic, LVMH shares have witnessed a 19% decline in the span of a year, as reported by Bloomberg. This plunge has resulted in Arnault's net worth plummeting by a staggering $30 billion according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, surpassing the losses of any other ...
Europe’s richest man, Bernard Arnault, sees $30 billion loss during the Coronavirus crisis
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Europe’s richest man, Bernard Arnault, sees $30 billion loss during the Coronavirus crisis

The Coronavirus pandemic has caused Bernard Arnault, the wealthiest man in Europe and the third-richest billionaire globally, to suffer a remarkable $30 billion loss, making him the biggest loser in the world during this crisis.   The 71-year-old Frenchman is the chairman and CEO of LVMH Moët Hennessy, a prestigious luxury empire overseeing a portfolio of 70 luxury brands including Louis Vuitton and Sephora.    Amid the global economic downturn due to the pandemic, LVMH shares plunged by 19% in a year, as reported by Bloomberg.   This has led to a staggering drop in Arnault's net worth by $30 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, making him the individual who has suffered the most during this period.   As of May 6, his net worth was reported to be $77 billion, con...
"Star Shawarma owner shares her experience with EFCC after arrest for N1,600"
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"Star Shawarma owner shares her experience with EFCC after arrest for N1,600"

The owner of Star Shawarma, Ato Mnena Anita, recently recounted her detainment and court charges after a dispute with a customer who happens to be an EFCC staff member.   Anita was picked up at her business place, Star Shawarma on Kashim Ibrahim Road Makurdi, the Benue State capital, on May 6, 2020. The misunderstanding arose after her accountant reported that a customer, who was an EFCC staff, had transferred N1,500 instead of the expected N1,500 for the delivery of Parfait Yorghourt.   It was later discovered that the customer had actually made a transfer of N1,600 instead of N1,500. However, Anita claims that she was berated at the EFCC Makurdi Zonal office and was accused of embarrassing their staff and damaging their image.   According to Anita, the saga began when a cus...
Star Shawarma owner narrates harrowing experience with EFCC after arrest over N1,600
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Star Shawarma owner narrates harrowing experience with EFCC after arrest over N1,600

The owner of Star Shawarma, Ato Mnena Anita, was detained and later charged to court after a misunderstanding with a customer who turned out to be a staff member of the EFCC, sparking outrage on social media. Mnena recalled being picked up at her business place, Star Shawarma on Kashim Ibrahim Road, Makurdi, the Benue State capital, on May 6, 2020. According to her, the dispute arose when her accountant raised concerns about a customer, who was an EFCC staff, making a transfer of N1,600 instead of the expected N1,500 for the delivery of Parfait Yorghourt. Upon realizing the error, Mnena and her team reached out to apologize, but were met with accusations of embarrassing the EFCC staff. She explained that the customer had ordered the product for N1,500, plus...
Lionel Messi and his Barcelona team-mates are back to training after Coronavirus lockdown
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Lionel Messi and his Barcelona team-mates are back to training after Coronavirus lockdown

Barcelona's Lionel Messi and his teammates have resumed training for the first time since the commencement of the Coronavirus lockdown.   The Argentine superstar, along with other players, was spotted at the Joan Gamper training base, dribbling through posts as they prepare for LaLiga's upcoming resumption in June.   Teammates Antoine Griezmann and Luis Suarez were also seen training, while manager Quique Setien was pictured wearing a face mask and gloves.   Additionally, stars Clement Lenglet and Arturo Vidal were sighted driving into their training base wearing protective masks.    Their return to training comes three days after several clubs in Spain tested players for Coronavirus ahead of La Liga's resumption next month.   View more photos below.    
Lionel Messi and Barcelona teammates back to training amid Coronavirus lockdown (Photos)
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Lionel Messi and Barcelona teammates back to training amid Coronavirus lockdown (Photos)

Following the enforcement of the Coronavirus lockdown, Lionel Messi and his Barcelona team-mates have resumed training for the first time.   The Argentine star, Lionel Messi, was seen at the Joan Gamper training base on Friday morning practicing his dribbling skills as preparation for the LaLiga resumption in June.   His teammates, Antoine Griezmann and Luis Suarez, were also spotted training while the manager, Quique Setien, was pictured wearing a face mask and gloves.   Other players like Clement Lenglet and Arturo Vidal were seen arriving at the training base earlier, wearing protective masks.   The return to training comes three days after several clubs in Spain tested their players for Coronavirus in preparation for the ...
Orji Uzor Kalu reacts as Supreme Court nullifies his 12-year conviction
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Orji Uzor Kalu reacts as Supreme Court nullifies his 12-year conviction

The Supreme Court's decision to nullify Senator Orji Uzor Kalu's 12-year jail term has elicited a response from the former Governor of Abia State. The apex court overturned Kalu’s conviction and ordered a fresh trial on Friday May 8th. In a statement following the decision, Kalu described his case as a tale of initial injustice that was ultimately corrected. He expressed gratitude to his family, colleagues, friends, supporters, and the people of Abia State for their unwavering confidence in him during the challenging period. He also thanked the Nigerian Correctional Service for their professionalism and humanity during his time in custody. Kalu commended the Justices of the Supreme Court for their commitment to the rule of law and expressed his confidence in Nigeria’s justice system. He a...
"Justice is dead" Lady cries out as an 18-year-old girl suffers severe trauma allegedly after being drugged and raped by 5 male friends
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"Justice is dead" Lady cries out as an 18-year-old girl suffers severe trauma allegedly after being drugged and raped by 5 male friends

The cry of a lady over the alleged drugging and rape of an 18-year-old girl by her 5 male friends has struck a chord, with the Twitter user accusing the police of obstructing justice. The incident took place in Narayi, Kaduna, and has left the victim traumatized, requiring medical intervention. While two suspects have been detained, the families of the other three accused individuals are purportedly safeguarding them. The Twitter user's post claims that the suspects' parents are attempting to dismiss the case by offering monetary compensation. Allegations of police extortion have also surfaced, with the investigation lingering for weeks. Reports from individuals who claim to know the victim suggest that the assault has triggered severe mental health issues and frequent fainting spells. Ra...
Alarming Prediction from WHO: Up to 190,000 Individuals Could Succumb to COVID-19 in Africa If the Disease Is Not Contained
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Alarming Prediction from WHO: Up to 190,000 Individuals Could Succumb to COVID-19 in Africa If the Disease Is Not Contained

According to a warning issued by the World Health Organization (WHO), up to 190,000 people in Africa could lose their lives to Coronavirus within the first year of the pandemic if measures to contain the disease are not successful.   A new study conducted by the WHO's regional office in Brazzaville revealed that the projected number of fatalities ranges from 83,000 to 190,000, with an estimated 29 to 44 million individuals being infected during this period. This research, based on prediction modeling, encompasses 47 countries with a collective population of one billion.    While the virus has spread at a relatively sluggish pace across the continent and has not resulted in the dramatic surge of infections or deaths witnessed in Europe, the United States, and other regi...
Italian Football Club Sampdoria Reports Four Positive COVID-19 Cases Among Players
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Italian Football Club Sampdoria Reports Four Positive COVID-19 Cases Among Players

Italy's Sampdoria football club has confirmed that four of its players, including one who had previously recovered, have tested positive for Coronavirus.   A statement released by Sampdoria indicated, 'Four Sampdoria players have tested positive for coronavirus with one of them testing positive for the illness for a second time.   'Currently asymptomatic, they have been quarantined and will be constantly monitored according to the protocol'.   Five Sampdoria players, Manolo Gabbiadini, Morten Thorsby, Albin Ekdal, Omar Colley, and Antonino La Gumina, as well as team doctor Amedeo Baldari had tested positive in March.   The government announced on Thursday that it was still reviewing the medical guidelines of the Italian football federation before considering the resumption of the...