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18Apr

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Sports

Arsenal Needed Key Players to Defeat Bayern Munich, According to Ian Wright

Arsenal icon, Ian Wright, emphasized the importance of having a certain 'X-factor' like Vitinha from Paris Saint-Germain and Kevin De Bruyne from Manchester City in order to overcome Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final. The Gunners have been eliminated from the tournament following a 3-2 aggregate loss to the German outfit. The pivotal goal was netted by Joshua Kimmich at the Allianz Arena on Tuesday, with the first leg finishing 2-2 at the Emirates. During an episode of the Wrighty’s House podcast, Wright expressed his views stating: “A player like Vitinha at Paris Saint-Germain. You know when you watch a team and you think: ‘You know something? He might do something. “The first half [Odegaard produced] against Villa was one of the best performances I’ve seen from him...

18Apr

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Metro

Court sentences two criminals to death by hanging in Osun

An Osun State High Court sitting in Osogbo, on Thursday, sentenced two convicts to death by hanging for armed robbery and murder. The convicts, Wasiu Afolayan, 36 , and Kola Adeyemi, 34, were arraigned on a five-count charge bordering on conspiracy, attempted robbery, armed robbery, possession of firearms and murder. At their arraignment, the convicts pleaded not guilty to the charges preferred against them. Delivering the judgement, Justice Ayo Oyebiyi held that the prosecution having proved the charges against the convicts beyond reasonable doubt, he found them guilty of the offences preferred against them. The state prosecution counsel, Mr Bewaji Adeniji , had told the court during trial that the convicts committed the offences in December 2018 at No. 16, Oke Onitea, C.A.C. Area, Oso...

Court Orders Substituted Service on Mohbad’s Wife in DNA Test Case

18Apr

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

Entertainment

Court Orders Substituted Service on Mohbad’s Wife in DNA Test Case

In a recent development, a Magistrate Court in Ikorodu, Lagos, has issued an order for the substituted service of a pending DNA application on Wunmi, the wife of the late singer Mohbad. This information was shared in a statement by Monisola Odumosu, a member of the legal team representing the Aloba family. The application, filed by Mohbad's father, Joseph Aloba, requested that Wunmi be served by posting all relevant court documents to her last known address. According to the statement, the legal team argued that previous attempts by the sheriff to serve Wunmi had been unsuccessful. The court ruled in favor of serving Wunmi by posting the court documents at her last known address to ensure she is properly informed about the ongoing legal proceedings.

Significant Drop in Value: Naira Loses N81 Against Dollar

18Apr

By Afolake IbidunNo Comments

Business

Significant Drop in Value: Naira Loses N81 Against Dollar

In a surprising development, the Nigerian naira experienced a noteworthy N81.34 decrease in value against the US dollar within just a single day in the foreign exchange market. Data from FMDQ revealed that the naira plummeted to N1,154.08 per dollar on Thursday, a sharp decline from N1,072.74 recorded on Wednesday. This marks a significant 7.04% decline compared to the previous day's exchange rate of N1,072.74 per dollar. Conversely, in the parallel market, the naira saw a drop to N1,100 per dollar on Thursday from N1,040 on Wednesday. As a result, this marks the second instance of the naira losing value against the dollar in just three days, sparking concerns about dwindling foreign exchange reserves. Meanwhile, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, stated in a...

18Apr

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Sports

Exciting Fixture Between Kano Pillars and Rangers in Federation Cup Round of 64

An intriguing matchup awaits as Kano Pillars and Rangers are set to face each other in the Federation Cup Round of 64. According to reports from NewsNow, this clash will serve as a rematch of the 2018 final, which saw Rangers emerge victorious with a 4-2 win on penalties. The draw ceremony for the fixtures took place at the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) office on Thursday. The current champions, Bendel Insurance, will take on Stormers SC from Ogun State. All games in this round will be played on a knockout basis. The NFF is yet to announce the venues for the Round of 64 matches. The eventual winner of this competition will earn the opportunity to represent Nigeria in the CAF Confederation Cup next season. Check out the full list of fixtures below: Bendel Insurance (Edo) Vs Stormer...

Benue Farmer Held in Custody for Alleged Attempted Murder

18Apr

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Metro

Benue Farmer Held in Custody for Alleged Attempted Murder

Remandment was ordered for Terkula Chile, a 30-year-old farmer residing in the vicinity of RCM Primary School Gwer-East Local Government Area of Benue, after he was accused of trying to kill Terzungwe Ikyeleve. Charged with offenses including criminal conspiracy, criminal trespass, causing grievous hurt, attempted culpable homicide, and criminal intimidation, Chile appeared before the Makurdi Chief Magistrates’ Court. Due to jurisdictional constraints, the defendant, Chile, did not enter a plea, as ruled by Chief Magistrate Mr. Kelvin Mbanongun. The case was adjourned to June 11 for further proceedings. In an earlier presentation to the court, the prosecution counsel, Inspector Godwin Ato, revealed that the case was transferred to the State CID in Makurdi on April 2 via a letter from t...

Cesc Fabregas praises Manchester United star for fearless playing

18Apr

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Sports

Cesc Fabregas praises Manchester United star for fearless playing

Acknowledging the standout performances of Manchester United's emerging talent, Kobbie Mainoo, former Chelsea and Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas commends the young player for his fearless approach on the field. Fabregas highlighted that the English international displays remarkable bravery in his style of play and constantly strives to drive positive outcomes for his team. Mainoo has notably brought a sense of tranquility, maturity, and control to Manchester United's midfield, showcasing a level of composure that belies his age. During a recent BBC interview, Fabregas shared his admiration for the 18-year-old, expressing, "His fearlessness on the field is truly commendable, and it's a quality that sets him apart." “His hunger for the ball and his desire to influence the game are t...

Mikel Arteta Plans to Spend £165million on Olise and Isak Transfers in EPL

18Apr

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Sports

Mikel Arteta Plans to Spend £165million on Olise and Isak Transfers in EPL

Reports suggest that Arsenal is prepared to invest £165million in acquiring Newcastle United's Alexander Isak as well as Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise during this summer transfer window. Mikel Arteta has identified Isak as one of his main targets, with the player estimated to cost £100m, while Olise carries a price tag of £65m. Isak has been in impressive form, scoring 21 goals across various competitions this season, whereas Olise, despite a plagued campaign with injuries, has managed to secure six goals and three assists. In addition to Isak and Olise, Arteta and Edu are closely monitoring the situations of Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres and RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko. Other players on Arsenal's radar include Pedro Neto from Wolves and Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao. ...

New DG Appointed for PDP Governors’ Forum

18Apr

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

New DG Appointed for PDP Governors’ Forum

In a recent development, Emmanuel Agbo, who previously held the position of Deputy National Secretary and ran for the national chairmanship of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has been selected as the Director General of the PDP Governor's Forum. The Chairman of the PDP Governors Forum, Alhaji Bala Mohammed, made this announcement at the BoT meeting of the party in Abuja on Thursday. Agbo's role will involve assisting in the restructuring of the PDP-GF to effectively contribute to nation-building initiatives, working under the leadership of Chairman Governor Bala Mohammed from Bauchi State. Having previously served as the Chairman of the PDP's Benue State chapter, Agbo brings a wealth of experience as an engineer and proficient party administrator.

The Federal Government calls on governors to lead the fight against child and forced labor

18Apr

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

Headlines

The Federal Government calls on governors to lead the fight against child and forced labor

In a bid to tackle the prevalence of child labor and forced labor at the state and local levels, the Federal Government has urged state governors to take charge of the fight. Speaking at the official launch of the Nigeria Child Labor and Forced Labor Survey Report 2022 in Abuja, the Minister of Labor and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, emphasized the importance of state-level involvement and assured continued federal support in policy formulation and implementation. Conducted in April 2022, the survey aimed to enhance information on forced labor and child labor through data collection. This data will play a crucial role in shaping policy directions and interventions for the eradication of child labor and forced labor in Nigeria. Notable efforts by the Nigerian ...