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England captain reveals the most underrated footballer

16May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

England captain reveals the most underrated footballer

Describing his former teammate, Harry Kane named Jordan Henderson as the most underrated player he has played with in his career. During a recent interview with GOAL, Kane was given different words to associate with footballers. When asked about the term "underrated," he quickly responded with "Henderson." Henderson, who was part of the England national team alongside Kane, moved from Liverpool to Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League last summer. However, he has now returned to European football, currently representing Dutch side Ajax.

The World Bank Discloses 59 Blacklisted Nigerian Firms and Individuals

16May

By Afolake IbidunNo Comments

Business

The World Bank Discloses 59 Blacklisted Nigerian Firms and Individuals

It has been reported that the World Bank has taken action against 59 Nigerian companies and individuals due to their involvement in corrupt practices and various procurement offenses. The information was recently made public on the World Bank's website under the title 'World Bank Listing of Ineligible Firms and Individuals Notes on Debarred Firms and Individuals'. Among those impacted, there are 39 Nigerian companies that were previously blacklisted by the African Development Bank (AfDB), as well as 19 individuals who were flagged by the World Bank through the cross-debarment policy. The World Bank regularly updates the list every three hours, and as of the current moment, the list contains a total of 1,210 companies and individuals worldwide. As a result of this action, the companies...

MNJTF commander charges troops to be positive minded, dedicated to duties

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

MNJTF commander charges troops to be positive minded, dedicated to duties

MNJTF Commander Urges Troops to Maintain Positivity and Dedication The call for positivity and dedication was reiterated by Major General Ibrahim Sallau Ali, the Force Commander of the Multinational Joint Task Force, MNJTF, encouraging troops to believe strongly in their capabilities and determination for triumph. In a recent operational visit to Darak, Far North region of Cameroon on May 15, 2024, the Force Commander addressed the troops emphasizing the importance of self-belief and unwavering commitment for the success of their mission to eliminate terrorism from the Lake Chad Islands. During this visit aimed at boosting morale and evaluating the progress of Operation Lake Sanity 2, Ali commended the troops for their unwavering dedication and resilience, expressing ...

Riot in Abuja Claims Lives of Two Women and a Boy

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Riot in Abuja Claims Lives of Two Women and a Boy

An outbreak of violence in Byazhin, Kubwa, Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory resulted in the tragic deaths of two women and a young boy. Reports indicate that the riot, which commenced on Tuesday night, stemmed from a clash between local scavengers, known as Baban bola, and community residents. The unrest began when a bola boy tried to steal a woman's pot of soup on Tuesday evening. When the woman raised an alarm, neighbors and passersby intervened and subdued the scavenger. Subsequently, the scavenger, following a severe beating, rallied other troublemakers armed with weapons like machetes to retaliate. An eyewitness, identified only as Monica, recounted to NewsNow that the hoodlums launched random attacks on residents, resulting in the death of one woman. Two other ...

Abuja Riot Results in Deaths of Two Women and a Boy

16May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Abuja Riot Results in Deaths of Two Women and a Boy

Tragically, a total of three individuals, comprising two women and a young boy, lost their lives during a violent clash that erupted in Byazhin, Kubwa, Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory on Wednesday. Reports indicate that the upheaval, which commenced on Tuesday night, stemmed from a confrontation between local scavengers, known as Baban bola, and members of the community. The turmoil began when a bola boy tried to steal a woman's pot of soup on Tuesday evening. The woman sought help from neighbors and bystanders, leading to the apprehension and beating of the scavenger. An eyewitness, identified as Monica, disclosed that after the scavenger was set free following a severe beating, he gathered a group of hoodlums who later returned armed with weapons, including machet...

NNL Issues Strict Warning to Clubs Regarding Registration of New Players for Super Eight Playoff

16May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

NNL Issues Strict Warning to Clubs Regarding Registration of New Players for Super Eight Playoff

Clubs participating in the Super Eight playoff tournament have been cautioned by the Nigeria National League against registering new players, as reiterated by Dr. Ayo Abdulrahman, the NNL Chief Operating Officer, during the draw event held on Wednesday. Abdulrahman emphasized the deadline for submitting team lists by May 22, 2024, and stressed that the roster should only include players already registered for the 2024 season. In his address at the draw ceremony, Abdulrahman emphasized, "It is not customary to register new players when approaching the Super Eight. Please eliminate that notion," highlighting the completion of the 2023-24 NNL season's initial phase and the provision of two transfer windows at its onset and mid-season. He further stated, "Any attempts for registratio...

Government Reports 7,395 Women Using Contraceptives to Prevent Pregnancies in Cross River State

16May

By Linda IfeomaNo Comments

Health

Government Reports 7,395 Women Using Contraceptives to Prevent Pregnancies in Cross River State

Official records show that 7,395 young women have opted for Self-Injectable birth control methods to avoid unplanned pregnancies in areas of Cross River State. During an event in Calabar, Director of the family planning program in the state ministry of health, Mrs. Lucy Bassey Enakirerhi, confirmed this number. The event was a collaboration between the Society for Family Health and Children’s Investments Fund Foundation to mark the conclusion of a 2-year Empathetic Counseling for self-injection project in the state. Mrs. Enakirerhi noted that this figure represents only the period from January to April 2024 and expressed satisfaction with the high level of acceptance among women participating in the project. The director mentioned that over half of the women in the program opted for s...

Cross River Government reports 7,395 women using injectable contraceptives to prevent pregnancies

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Cross River Government reports 7,395 women using injectable contraceptives to prevent pregnancies

Official records show that a total of 7,395 young women have chosen to receive Self-Injectable birth control methods as a means to prevent unplanned pregnancies in various areas of Cross River State. Mrs. Lucy Bassey Enakirerhi, the Director of the family planning program at the state ministry of health, disclosed this data during an event held in partnership with the Society for Family Health and Children’s Investments Fund Foundation in Calabar, marking the conclusion of a 2-year Empathetic Counseling for self-injection initiative in the state. She mentioned that this figure represents only the period between January and April of 2024, emphasizing the positive response of women towards the project. Enakirerhi noted that more than half of the participants opted for self-injection,...

The call for a re-election by APC group to lawmakers amid Rivers crisis

16May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

The call for a re-election by APC group to lawmakers amid Rivers crisis

Suggesting a fresh election for members of the Rivers State Assembly, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Youth Frontier has voiced their advice. In a statement released on Thursday, the group expressed that the lawmakers' switch from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, was deemed a betrayal of the mandate they had been entrusted with. Signed by the national president, Comrade Ajani Martins, the statement further labeled the defectors as political opportunists who do not align with the APC's values. Martins emphasized that their defection not only went against morals but also indicated their wavering principles and integrity. Hence, Martins affirmed the party's stance against such unlawful acts and disloyalty, stating that the voters deserved better representation. “Having closely moni...

Update on the condition of Slovakia’s Prime Minister Fico following an assassination attempt

16May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Update on the condition of Slovakia’s Prime Minister Fico following an assassination attempt

According to the Slovakia government, Prime Minister Robert Fico has successfully undergone surgery after being shot at close range in an assassination attempt. Deputy Prime Minister Tomas Taraba provided this information to the BBC. He mentioned that the surgery went smoothly, saying, "I believe he will pull through in the end." Earlier reports had stated that Fico, aged 59, was in critical condition after the assassination attempt in Handlova. At the scene of the crime, a suspect was apprehended. Interior Minister Matus Sutaj Estoka characterized the incident as a politically motivated assassination attempt. The shooter fired five shots from close proximity, injuring Fico in the stomach and arm. Following the attack, he was quickly taken to the hospital and underwent a lengthy surger...