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President Buhari’s Replacement of Deceased Nominee for Federal Character Commission
13May By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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President Buhari’s Replacement of Deceased Nominee for Federal Character Commission

President Buhari has named a replacement for the deceased nominee for the Federal Character Commission.   Two weeks ago, President Buhari nominated Tobias Chukwuemeka and 37 others as members of the board of the Federal Character Commission, sparking controversy as Tobias, a former member of the House of Representatives, passed away on February 27 after battling an unknown illness.    The Nigerian leader has now submitted the names of four new nominees to the Senate in order to replace the four individuals previously appointed from their respective states, including the late Mr. Chukwuemeka, who passed away at 59 years old.    This information was conveyed in a letter read by Senate President Ahmad Lawan at the close of the Tuesday, May 12 plenary session.    The new nominees are Mo...
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Controversy as Tekashi 69’s $200k donation to feed hungry kids is rejected by foundation
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Controversy as Tekashi 69’s $200k donation to feed hungry kids is rejected by foundation

The offer made by Tekashi 6ix9ine to donate $200K to the No Kid Hungry Foundation, in a bid to help feed hungry children, has been turned down by the organization.   The foundation cited that it was rejecting the rapper's donation due to the misalignment of his "activities" with their mission.   A spokesperson for the No Kid Hungry Foundation, Laura Washburn, conveyed their decision, saying: "We are grateful for Mr. Hernandez’s generous offer to donate to No Kid Hungry but we have informed his representatives that we have declined this donation," according to Complex.   Washburn further clarified their stance by stating, "As a child-focused campaign, it is our policy to decline funding from donors whose activities do not align with our mission and values."   Expressing his discontent...
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Tragic COVID-19 Update in Kano: Another Life Lost While 11 Patients are Discharged
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Tragic COVID-19 Update in Kano: Another Life Lost While 11 Patients are Discharged

Another Nigerian has tragically lost their life to the ravaging Coronavirus in Kano state.   This morning, the state Ministry of Health made the announcement on its Twitter handle.   Yesterday, May 12, saw 11 more COVID-19 patients being discharged, bringing the total number of discharged patients to 74.   The state currently has 586 confirmed cases of the viral disease.  
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Controversy erupts as Mamba Sports Academy decides to remove ‘Mamba’ from its name in tribute to Kobe Bryant
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Controversy erupts as Mamba Sports Academy decides to remove ‘Mamba’ from its name in tribute to Kobe Bryant

There has been a wave of confusion as The Mamba Sports Academy announced its decision to permanently remove the word "Mamba" from its name in order to honor the memory of Kobe Bryant.   In 2018, Kobe Bryant collaborated with The Sports Academy, leading to the institution being named "Mamba Sports Academy."   Kobe was heavily involved with the Academy and was actually en route there on January 26 when his helicopter tragically crashed, claiming his life, that of his 13-year-old daughter, and seven others.   Now, Sports Academy founder and CEO Chad Faulkner has stated that the company will undergo substantial changes as a tribute to the NBA legend, including the removal of Kobe's nickname, Mamba, from the Academy's name.   "Today, with r...
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146 new cases of COVID-19 recorded in Nigeria
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146 new cases of COVID-19 recorded in Nigeria

On Tuesday, May 12, Nigeria recorded 146 new cases of COVID-19, according to the Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC). The new cases were distributed across various states in the country. Specifically, 57 cases were recorded in Lagos, 27 in Kano, 10 in Kwara, 9 in Edo, 8 in Bauchi, 7 in Yobe, 4 in Kebbi, 4 in Oyo, 3 in Katsina, 3 in Niger, 2 in Plateau, 2 in Borno, 2 in Sokoto, 2 in Benue, 1 in Gombe, 1 in Enugu, 1 in Ebonyi, 1 in Ogun, 1 in the FCT, and 1 in Rivers state. This brings the total number of COVID-19 cases in Nigeria to 4,787, with 959 patients discharged and 158 deaths recorded. ![146 new cases of COVID-19 recorded in Nigeria](https://newsnownigeria.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/146-new-cases-of-COVID-19-recorded-in-Nigeria.PNG) ![146 new cases of COVID-19 recorded i...
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<!DOCTYPE html> <html> <head> <title>Trump’s lawyers ask for “temporary presidential immunity” as Supreme Court hears arguments on obtaining the US president’s financial records</title> </head> <body> Trump’s lawyers ask for “temporary presidential immunity” as Supreme court hears arguments on obtaining the US president’s financial records
13May By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Trump’s lawyers ask for “temporary presidential immunity” as Supreme Court hears arguments on obtaining the US president’s financial records Trump’s lawyers ask for “temporary presidential immunity” as Supreme court hears arguments on obtaining the US president’s financial records

Trump's legal team argued to the Supreme Court Justices against the 'unprecedented' attempt by the Democrat-controlled House of Representatives and a New York prosecutor to have access to the president's financial records and tax documents, during three hours of teleconference calls on Tuesday. They asserted that Trump deserved "temporary presidential immunity." Trump has shielded his tax returns and other records since before he became president, while his opponents have launched legal inquiries into hush money payments by his lawyers and potential violations of financial disclosure. House Democrats say they need records from Trump's longtime accounting firm and two banks to investigate a variety of issues ranging from alleged hush money payments, illegal foreign invo...
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PDP demands immediate restoration of policemen to Rivers state COVID-19 task force team
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PDP demands immediate restoration of policemen to Rivers state COVID-19 task force team

The demand by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the immediate restoration of police officers to the Rivers State Task Force on COVID-19 pandemic is clear and unequivocal. The party has urged the Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, to take prompt action in this regard. According to the PDP, the withdrawal of police from the Rivers Task Force is tantamount to politicizing the efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19. Expressing concern, the PDP stated that the absence of police personnel from the state task force will only result in lawlessness and hamper the genuine efforts of the Rivers State Government to enforce health safety protocols aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19 and protecting the lives of Nigerians in the state. The party also acknowledged the proactive act...
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Tekashi 69's alleged babymama drags him after he promised to donate $200K to the No Kid Hungry Foundation; he responds
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Tekashi 69's alleged babymama drags him after he promised to donate $200K to the No Kid Hungry Foundation; he responds

The alleged baby mama of Tekashi 69 has called him out after he announced a $200K donation to the No Kid Hungry Foundation during the pandemic. The rapper, who recently got out of jail, made the announcement on Instagram, thanking nurses and frontline heroes for their efforts and pledging the donation to feed hungry children. His donation drew criticism from a woman claiming to be his baby mama, who accused him of not caring for his own child and failing to fulfill his promises of financial support. She also posted screenshots of their alleged conversations to support her claims. She further accused Tekashi of neglecting his responsibilities and focusing on other children, and shared a video and DNA results to establish the relationship between her daughter and Tekashi. In response to th...
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Senate President Counters Enugu Senator’s Claim that “Africans marry for children not love”
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Senate President Counters Enugu Senator’s Claim that “Africans marry for children not love”

Chukwuka Utazi, the Senator representing Enugu north, made a controversial statement, claiming that Africans do not marry for love, but solely to have children.     Utazi voiced this opinion during a debate on a bill aimed at preventing, controlling, and managing sickle cell anemia in the country, as reported by The Cable.     Utazi, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), also expressed his regret that some people cannot marry their preferred choice due to blood group incompatibility.   “This bill is reminding me of the past because I am an AS carrier. When I was considering marriage several years ago, I encountered significant challenges due to my love life. I experienced the trauma. Following that incident, I struggled for five years to move on,” he stated.  ...
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Twitter’s New Work-From-Home Policy: Employees Can Work Remotely Indefinitely
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Twitter’s New Work-From-Home Policy: Employees Can Work Remotely Indefinitely

Amid the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, Jack Dorsey, CEO of Twitter, has announced an indefinite work-from-home policy for employees. The 43-year-old CEO revealed on Tuesday that all in-person events would be canceled, with the company transitioning to a permanent work-from-home structure in response to the pandemic. Employees will receive a $1,000 allowance to equip themselves with necessary remote work tools, and the office is unlikely to reopen before September, according to Mr. Dorsey. Twitter stated, "We were one of the first companies to transition to a work-from-home model in response to COVID-19 and do not anticipate being among the first to return to offices." The company also affirmed that if employee...
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