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Russell Martin, Southampton’s Manager, Praises Aribo’s Performance

19Apr

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Russell Martin, Southampton’s Manager, Praises Aribo’s Performance

The manager of Southampton, Russell Martin, has commended Joe Aribo for his recent displays in the English Championship division as they aim to secure promotion to the Premier League, as reported by PUNCH Sports Extra. Aribo has been delivering consistent performances for the Saints, who are currently on a four-game unbeaten streak and sit in fourth place in the English second-tier, trailing Leeds United by three points with a game in hand. The Nigerian international shone in their 2-1 victory against Coventry, contributing to both goals, and featured for the full 90 minutes in their 3-2 triumph over Watford. He also stood out by completing the most passes in their 3-0 win over Preston, aiding Southampton's push towards automatic promotion places...

Stormers Challenge Insurance in Title Defence Opener

19Apr

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Stormers Challenge Insurance in Title Defence Opener

Enugu Rangers, last season's runners-up are set for a crucial match against Nigeria Premier Football League powerhouse Kano Pillars in the standout round 64 contest of this year's Federation Cup. Meanwhile, reigning champions Bendel Insurance will kick off their title defence against Ogun State-based Nigeria National League outfit, Stormers FC. The draw for the tournament took place at the Nigeria Football Federation headquarters in Abuja on Thursday. Bendel Insurance secured the title last season by defeating Rangers 1-0 thanks to a first-half penalty by Osarenkhoe Imade at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba, ending their 43-year quest for a domestic championship. Enyimba, the league champions, are set to clash with Warinje FC from Bauchi, who made it through th...

577 visually impaired candidates prepare to take the 2024 UTME nationally

19Apr

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577 visually impaired candidates prepare to take the 2024 UTME nationally

A total of 577 visually impaired candidates are gearing up to participate in the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) across 11 centres nationwide. Prof. Emeritus Peter Okebukola, Chairman of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board Equal Opportunity Group, shared this information during a press briefing in preparation for the 2024 UTME for visually impaired candidates and others with special needs under the JAMB Equal Opportunity Group (JEOG). Established in 2017 by Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, Registrar of JAMB, the JAMB Equal Opportunity Group was set up to effectively cater to visually impaired candidates and others with special needs. Okebukola highlighted, “For the first time this year, JAMB, through JEOG, will be implementing a bimodal s...

19Apr

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State Police: Urgent Action Needed

The escalating security challenges emphasize the pressing need for the prompt implementation of state police as a solution to the rampant violence. It is imperative for both state and federal governments, as well as the federal and state assemblies, to expedite this process to prevent the country from descending into chaos. Currently, 20 out of the 36 state governors have expressed support for the establishment of state police, while 16 governors remain undecided. Given the increasing audacity of criminals, any further delay in their decision-making poses significant risks. While it is encouraging to see an increase from 16 to 20 supportive governors in March, it is crucial that the remaining governors do not prolong the process. Nigeria is grappling with a wave ...

38 children allegedly trafficked by fake Rev Sister – NAPTIP’s Arrest

19Apr

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38 children allegedly trafficked by fake Rev Sister – NAPTIP’s Arrest

In Delta State, the Edo Zonal Command of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons has apprehended an individual posing as a Reverend Sister for supposedly trafficking 38 children. According to PUNCH Metro, the accused, Maryvianney Ikejimba also known as Oluchi, aged 40, alongside an accomplice named Chidera (currently missing), transferred the children to two orphanages under the pretense of providing them with improved care. These children were reportedly handed over to the perpetrators by their parents at a farm community in Enugu-Awka adjacent to the Monastery, Ilah, in Delta State. Following a tip-off, Ikejimba was apprehended by NAPTIP while trying to recruit more children at the farm community. ...

Anambra State Ex-Governor Obiano’s Passport Released for Medical Trip

19Apr

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Anambra State Ex-Governor Obiano’s Passport Released for Medical Trip

Former Anambra State Governor, Willie Obiano, was unsuccessful in his attempt to dismiss the N4bn theft charges brought against him by the EFCC on Thursday. Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja rejected Obiano's objection challenging the EFCC's authority to prosecute him. However, the court granted Obiano's request for the release of his passport for a medical trip. Justice Ekwo scheduled the trial to commence on June 27 and ordered Obiano to return his passport after the medical trip. Obiano, who was charged on January 24, faces nine counts related to the alleged misappropriation of Anambra State security funds amounting to N4bn. In his objection filed through his ...

Positive Impact on Egg Prices Due to Maize Release in Lagos – PAN

19Apr

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Positive Impact on Egg Prices Due to Maize Release in Lagos – PAN

The Chairman of the Poultry Association of Nigeria, Lagos State Chapter, Mojeed Iyiola, highlighted the beneficial effects of the maize palliative provided by the Lagos State government to its members. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Lagos, Iyiola expressed gratitude for the approximately 150,000 tons of maize received in February as relief to mitigate the impact of high feed prices. The main advantage of this support was the reduction in production costs for many poultry farmers in the state. Iyiola stated, "The palliative had a positive impact as it led to a drop in the prices of certain poultry products, particularly eggs." Prior to the intervention, a crate of eggs was being sold for N3,500 to N3,700 at the farm gate. After the support, price...

The call for SGF’s help amidst leadership crisis by NANS

19Apr

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The call for SGF’s help amidst leadership crisis by NANS

A plea has been made by the National Association of Nigerian Students to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume. The plea demands the arrest and prosecution of the factional President of NANS, Pedro Obi, for allegedly impersonating NANS President, Lucky Emonefe. In a show of solidarity, Emonefe led hundreds of students in a rally to the SGF's office where he submitted the petition to Akume. The petition was received on the SGF's behalf by the Deputy Security Officer, Haliru Musa. In an interview with NewsNow, Obi claimed victory in the election by stating, "I won with 212 votes against my opponents, Sunday, who had 49 votes, and Lucky Emonefe, who had about 64 votes." There has been a leadership crisis within the association with each f...

Ogun State’s Efforts to Enhance Security on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

19Apr

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Ogun State’s Efforts to Enhance Security on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State recently unveiled surveillance drones acquired by the state to be used on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The drones, operated by trained personnel from the Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, aim to address criminal activities along the highway. Additionally, the governor delivered 25 patrol vans to the state police force during a ceremony attended by Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, at the Arcade Ground, Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. Abiodun emphasized the importance of integrating technology into law enforcement strategies for effective crime prevention. During his three-day visit ...

Government Action to Regulate Supermarket Prices in Abuja and Plans for Other Cities

19Apr

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Government Action to Regulate Supermarket Prices in Abuja and Plans for Other Cities

In an effort to ensure compliance with price display and quantity regulations, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission conducted an enforcement raid at two supermarkets in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Dr. Adamu Abdullahi, the Executive Secretary of the Commission, announced that the initiative aimed to address the high cost of food items nationwide, with plans to extend the enforcement to other cities like Lagos, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, Kano, Kaduna, among others, in the coming weeks. Abdullahi emphasized the importance of unannounced inspections at both stores and open markets across different states as part of efforts to curb abnormal price surges that have not corresponded to the recent appreciation of the naira. The FCCPC boss also...