Sunday, May 19

Ten Hag’s New Signing Confidence: Expect More Goals in EPL
19May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Ten Hag’s New Signing Confidence: Expect More Goals in EPL

Rasmus Hojlund, the striker for Manchester United, confidently labels himself as a top-tier player. Recruited by Man United manager Erik ten Hag from Atalanta in Serie A last summer, Hojlund has emerged as the primary striker for the club this season. With 14 goals and two assists in 40 games this season, Hojlund is currently facing a challenging phase. In a recent analysis, former Manchester United player Gary Neville expressed skepticism about Hojlund's prospects, suggesting he may not achieve the status of elite Premier League strikers like Sergio Aguero or Erling Haaland. Neville proposed that a realistic target for the 21-year-old might be to score 20 goals in a season, indicating that serving as a backup to a more seasoned striker would have been preferable. Disregarding ex...
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Governor Fubara’s Administration Surpasses Previous Eight-Year Record, Says Rivers State Leader
19May By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

Governor Fubara’s Administration Surpasses Previous Eight-Year Record, Says Rivers State Leader

Within the span of just one year in office, Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State proudly highlights the significant progress achieved in infrastructure development under his leadership. Comparing his administration's accomplishments to those of his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, who served for eight years, Fubara asserts his government's superior performance in project execution. Speaking at the inauguration of the Andoni segment of the Ogoni-Andoni-Opobo Unity Road project in Ngo Town, Andoni Local Government Area, the governor pledged to continue spearheading more infrastructural initiatives. Fubara expressed his satisfaction with the progress made within the relatively short period of his tenure, emphasizing his administration's efficiency in delivering results compared to those who held...
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Pep Guardiola’s Future with Manchester City Confirmed for Next Season
19May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Pep Guardiola’s Future with Manchester City Confirmed for Next Season

Despite rumors circulating, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has made it clear that he intends to stay with the Premier League club for the upcoming season, even if they secure their fourth consecutive title this weekend. If City manages to defeat West Ham in their final match, it will mark Guardiola's sixth title in the last eight years. Speculations have suggested that the former Bayern Munich and Barcelona boss might depart this summer. However, during a press conference, Guardiola stated, "I have a contract, and my plan is to remain here next season regardless of the outcome." Guardiola, who took charge in England in 2016, also dismissed the notion that no other team could clinch the league title while he is at the helm. He explained, "That's incorrect. If we were winning by 2...
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Aliko Dangote sets date for beginning fuel distribution from Refinery in Nigeria
19May By Afolake IbidunNo Comments
Business

Aliko Dangote sets date for beginning fuel distribution from Refinery in Nigeria

The Chairman of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has mentioned that if everything goes as planned, Nigeria will no longer need to import Premium Motor Spirit (fuel) by June 2024. Speaking at the Africa CEO Forum Annual Summit in Kigali, the richest man in Africa revealed this exciting news over the weekend. This development hints that Nigerians can anticipate 650,000 barrels per day of refined fuel products entering the market by June. "Currently, Nigeria should have no necessity to import anything other than gasoline. By June, in the upcoming four to five weeks, Nigeria is poised to stop gasoline imports completely," he confidently stated. Nonetheless, Standard and Poor’s Global Commodities anticipates that the $20 billion Refinery will start supplying fuel by the third quarter of 2...
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List of Qualified Teams for the 2024/2025 Champions League
19May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

List of Qualified Teams for the 2024/2025 Champions League

Next season's Champions League will see 25 teams qualifying directly based on their performance in their respective domestic leagues. Additionally, the winners of both the Champions League and UEFA Europa League are guaranteed places in the competition. However, adjustments will be made if these winners also qualify through their domestic league standings. Two spots will be allocated through the European Performance Spots, while the remaining seven slots will be decided through qualification matches. Current domestic qualifiers include: England (4): Man City, Arsenal, Liverpool, Aston Villa Spain (4): Real Madrid, Barcelona, Girona, Atletico de Madrid Germany (4): Leverkusen, Bayern Munich, Stuttgart, Leipzig, Borussia Dortmund Italy (4): Inter Milan, AC Milan, Bologna, Juventus, At...
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About the altercation between hoodlums and soldiers at Banex Plaza as reported by the Police
18May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

About the altercation between hoodlums and soldiers at Banex Plaza as reported by the Police

Details of the clash at Banex Plaza in Abuja on Saturday have been disclosed by the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Police Command. An incident erupted at the renowned Banex Plaza phone market situated in the Wuse 2 area of Abuja, involving a confrontation between hoodlums and military personnel. In narrating the events at the phone market, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, mentioned, “Suleiman Ahmed, who had previously acquired a phone from a shop owner named Suleiman Ibrahim at New Banex, accompanied by four soldiers, sought a replacement from the seller upon realizing the phone was faulty, which was met with resistance by the shop owner.” As per the Police, this interaction resulted in a clash and altercation with the military personnel. The Police...
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Artifacts from Germany Returned to Oba of Benin by Nigerian Government
18May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Artifacts from Germany Returned to Oba of Benin by Nigerian Government

Two looted artifacts returned by Germany have been handed over by the Federal Government to the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, in Benin City. According to NewsNow, these artifacts were initially placed in the care of the National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM) in 2022 upon their return to Nigeria. Mr. Olugbile Holloway, the Director-General of NCMM, presented the artifacts to the Benin monarch at his palace on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Historical records indicate that the returned artifacts, which include bronze and wooden Royal Stools (Ekete), were crafted during the reigns of Oba Eresoyen and Oba Esigie centuries ago. These valuable items were looted from the Oba’s Palace during the British punitive expedition under Oba Ovoranmwen Nogbasi's rule. During the artifact presenta...
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Visit of Udege by Investigative Committee in the Aftermath of Nasarawa Communal Clash
18May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Visit of Udege by Investigative Committee in the Aftermath of Nasarawa Communal Clash

An investigative committee, commissioned by Governor Abdullahi Sule to examine the root causes of the recent conflict between the Odu and Ebe clans, has conducted an on-site evaluation in the Udege Development Area. The clash led to property destruction and loss of lives. On Saturday, the assessment was carried out under the leadership of the committee chairman, HRH Professor Sani Mohammed Bako, who is also the Emir of Karshi. Barrister Labaran Shuaibu Magaji, the Commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General, was among the key members of the team. In a recent report by NewsNow, the violent incident in the Afo-speaking region of Nasarawa State resulted in the deaths of a village head and several others. During their visit to Mararaba Udege, the committee members were escorted by heavi...
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Nigeria’s return of looted artefacts to Oba of Benin from Germany
18May By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Nigeria’s return of looted artefacts to Oba of Benin from Germany

In a significant event, the Federal Government has officially handed back two looted artefacts to the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, in Benin City. These artefacts were originally looted and taken to Germany but have now been repatriated to Nigeria, where they were briefly held by the National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM) in 2022. The Director-General of NCMM, Mr. Olugbile Holloway, carried out the ceremonial presentation of the returned items, which included bronze and wooden Royal Stools (Ekete) that date back centuries to the reigns of Oba Eresoyen and Oba Esigie. The artefacts were taken during the British punitive expedition at the time of Oba Ovoranmwen Nogbasi's rule. During the handover event at the palace on Saturday, May 18, 2024, Holloway expressed the Commissio...
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Prediction on Premier League Title Winner
18May By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Cristiano Ronaldo’s Prediction on Premier League Title Winner

In anticipation of the final round of fixtures on Sunday, Al Nassr striker Cristiano Ronaldo has made a prediction on who will emerge as the winner of the Premier League title. During a conversation with boxing promoter Frank Warren, Ronaldo was playfully teased to “come to Arsenal.” Frank Warren engaged in a chat with the five-time Ballon d’Or winner ahead of the anticipated undisputed heavyweight clash between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. Ronaldo responded with hearty chuckles before stating, “They are not going to win the league.” As it stands, Manchester City is two points clear of Arsenal and will clinch the championship title if they secure a victory against West Ham at home. However, should Pep Guardiola’s side stumble and the Gunners emerge victorious, the trophy will find i...
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