Another National Grid Collapse in Nigeria
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Another National Grid Collapse in Nigeria

Once again, Nigeria faced a national grid collapse on Thursday. Confirmation of this development came from the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company, which informed its customers through social media. At approximately 4:28 pm, the national grid collapsed, resulting in a countrywide power outage. The AEDC released a statement saying: "Dear valued customers, please note that the current power outage is due to a system failure in the national grid. This occurred at around 16:28 hours on March 28, 2024, causing the current outage in our franchise area." "We appreciate your patience as all stakeholders are working diligently to restore normal power supply," the Abuja DisCo added. The Eko Electricity Distribution ...
Commercial Banks Capital Base Increased by CBN
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Commercial Banks Capital Base Increased by CBN

Notification has been made by the Central Bank of Nigeria about the elevation of the capital base for commercial banks with international authorisation to N500bn and national banks to N200bn. On Thursday in Abuja, this announcement was made in a statement signed by Sidi Ali, the Acting Director of Corporate Communications for the apex bank. A new policy has been introduced by the CBN which necessitates significant raises in the minimum capital base for banks, with adjustments depending on the extent of their operations. Under the latest policy, commercial banks with international authorisation are now mandated to augment their capital base to N500bn. Furthermore, national authorisation commercial banks are required to reach an N200bn threshold, while those with ...
Exclusive: Julio Baptista Drops a Bombshell About the EPL Team Zidane is Destined to Coach
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Exclusive: Julio Baptista Drops a Bombshell About the EPL Team Zidane is Destined to Coach

Julio Baptista, the former Brazilian star, has revealed his prediction that former Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane will eventually take the reins at Manchester United. Currently, Manchester United is under the management of Erik ten Hag, whose future at the club remains uncertain following a challenging season. Despite finishing third last season and clinching the Carabao Cup, Ten Hag's team has suffered 16 defeats in various competitions this term, sparking doubts about his tenure. Amidst speculation, Zidane has emerged as a frontrunner for the managerial position at the iconic Old Trafford. Expressing his strong belief, Baptista shared with Ladbrokes (as reported by Metro) his admiration for Zidane, stating, "Zidane was not just a teammate but the epitome of excellence. Having share...
Nigeria Plunged into Darkness as National Grid Fails Again
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Nigeria Plunged into Darkness as National Grid Fails Again

At approximately 4:30 pm on Thursday, the central management point of the national electricity grid in Osogbo, Osun State, suffered a collapse, leading to a nationwide blackout. This marks the fourth occurrence of such a collapse within the first quarter of the year. Following the grid failure, numerous distribution companies have reported that their feeders became inactive, resulting in extensive power outages across the country. The grid's initial output of 2984 megawatts at 4 pm rapidly dropped to zero within an hour, causing all 21 connected plants to cease operations by 5 pm. This event represents yet another setback for Nigeria's struggling electricity sector, which continues to face challenges despite privatization efforts aimed at its improvement. Since privatization efforts be...
Delta Monarch on Wanted List Denies InvolvementĀ 
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Delta Monarch on Wanted List Denies InvolvementĀ 

Shocking to the traditional ruler of the Ewu kingdom, Clement Ikolo, was finding his name listed as a wanted individual in relation to the Okuama killings. A tragic incident occurred on March 14, 2024, when some enraged youths killed officers and soldiers of the 181 Amphibious Battalion during a peacekeeping mission in the Okuama community, as reported by NewsNow. The Defence Headquarters, on Thursday, announced the search for eight individuals connected with the recent killing. Among the wanted persons are Prof. Ekpekpo Arthur, Andaowei Dennis Bakriri, Akevwru Daniel Omotegbo (known as Amagben), Akata Malawa David, Sinclear Oliki, Clement Ikolo Oghenerukeywe, Reuben Baru, and Igoli Ebi. In a video that went viral, the monarch, speaking from his undisclos...
Premier League: Chris Sutton Provides Matchday 30 Predictions for Man City vs Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Other Fixtures
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Premier League: Chris Sutton Provides Matchday 30 Predictions for Man City vs Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Other Fixtures

Analysis from former Chelsea player Chris Sutton on the upcoming Premier League fixtures set for this weekend. Newcastle goes up against West Ham United at home on Saturday afternoon. Stamford Bridge will witness Chelsea taking on Burnley on Saturday evening. A highly anticipated match awaits as Manchester City welcomes Arsenal to the Etihad Stadium on Sunday evening. Here are Sutton's predictions as shared with BBC Sport: Result for Newcastle vs West Ham: Newcastle 2-1 West Ham Prediction for Bournemouth vs Everton: Bournemouth 1-1 Everton Outcome expected for Chelsea vs Burnley: Chelsea 2-0 Burnley Predicted winner of Nottingham Forest vs Crystal Palace: Nottingham Forest 1-0 Crystal Palace Expected result for Sheffield United vs Fulham: Sheffield United 0-2 Fulham Forecast for Tott...
Delta State Implements Sanitary Measures with Mobile Courts
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Delta State Implements Sanitary Measures with Mobile Courts

Expressions of disappointment were issued by the Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency, DSCTDA, in response to the behavior of individuals who dispose of waste in drains and road medians. During an inspection of residential and commercial properties in the capital territory and surrounding areas, the Director General of the agency, Patrick Ukah, spoke out about the obstruction of water flow, particularly during periods of rainfall. A stern warning was delivered to residents and business operators against littering on road medians and in drains, as the agency has initiated measures to apprehend and prosecute any offenders. The commencement of legal proceedings against landlords, occupants, and business proprietors who violate sanitation regulations has already begun at the O...
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Delta King Surrenders to Police in Connection with Soldiers’ Killing

Ikolo Clement, who holds the title of King of Ewu kingdom, has turned himself in to authorities. He is one of the individuals who had been listed as wanted by the Nigerian military. Clement, recently appointed as the traditional ruler of Ewu Kingdom in the Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, is among the eight suspects sought by the Nigerian Army Defence Headquarters. They are being sought in connection with the killing of 17 soldiers at Okuama Community on March 14. Another individual on the wanted list is a suspected militant leader named Akevwru Daniel Omotegbono, also known as Amagbein. Soldiers had tracked him to the Igbomoturu community in the Southern-Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, shortly after the incident, but he managed to evade capture. Als...
Mohbad’s Mother Denies Absconding for 10 Years
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Mohbad’s Mother Denies Absconding for 10 Years

Denying the allegations of absconding for a decade, Mohbad's mother, Abosede, speaks out five months after the passing of the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba. She refutes claims made against her and sheds light on her side of the story. Abosede accuses the late singer's father, Joseph, of instructing one of the suspects linked to Mohbad's death, Primeboy, to flee from the scene. During the interview, she makes shocking revelations about Joseph's actions, including allegations that he buried Mohbad without her knowledge.
Contract Dispute: Bayern Munich and Alphonso Davies in Conflict over Renewal
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Contract Dispute: Bayern Munich and Alphonso Davies in Conflict over Renewal

Alphonso Davies, the full-back for Bayern Munich, finds himself in a predicament as his agent, Nedal Huoseh, expresses disappointment with the club's treatment. Recognized globally as one of the top full-backs and among the greatest North American players ever, Davies's talent is undisputed. Huoseh, in remarks shared via football expert Fabrizio Romano and reported by BILD, criticized Bayern Munich for their handling of the situation. According to The Athletic, Davies has informally agreed to move to Real Madrid either in the upcoming summer transfer window or the following one. However, in recent weeks, Bayern Munich has been applying pressure on Davies and his representatives to extend his contract, set to expire on June 30, 2025. As MARCA reports, the Bundesliga champions have give...