Friday, April 19

The economy of Nigeria falls to fourth place, trailing South Africa, Egypt, and Algeria
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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The economy of Nigeria falls to fourth place, trailing South Africa, Egypt, and Algeria

Nigeria finds itself in the fourth position among African economies, with South Africa, Egypt, and Algeria leading the pack, as per a recent forecast from the International Monetary Fund. Recent estimations from the World Economic Outlook of the Washington-based bank suggest that Nigeria's gross domestic product stands at $253 billion based on current prices this year, placing it behind Algeria at $267 billion, Egypt at $348 billion, and South Africa at $373 billion. South Africa, Africa's most industrialized nation, is set to uphold its status as the continent's largest economy until Egypt takes over in 2027, according to IMF projections. Nigeria is expected to hold onto its fourth-place position for the foreseeable future. Nigeria and Egypt are facing economic challenges such as high...
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South African Authorities Capture Nigerian Individuals Involved in Assaulting Police Officers During Drug Raid
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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South African Authorities Capture Nigerian Individuals Involved in Assaulting Police Officers During Drug Raid

Authorities have apprehended a group of eight Nigerian individuals based in South Africa for their alleged involvement in attacking police officers during a recent drug raid. In a statement shared on its official channel, the South African Police announced that the arrests took place in the Northern Cape province. Reports indicate that the suspects not only attacked the police officers but also caused damage to vehicles and other properties. During the operation to apprehend one Nigerian national for suspected drug possession, a confrontation ensued as a large group of Nigerians assaulted the police. To disperse the crowd, the police resorted to firing rubber bullets. As a result of the altercation, one s...
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Presidential Grant Benefits 100,000 Businesses with N50,000 Each
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Presidential Grant Benefits 100,000 Businesses with N50,000 Each

Initial disbursements of N50,000 have been provided to over 100,000 nano-businesses nationwide through the Presidential Conditional Grant Scheme, also known as the Trade Grants Scheme, according to the Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Doris Uzoka-Anite. In an exclusive conversation on Friday, the minister, speaking through her aide Terfa Gyado, disclosed that nano businesses are defined as enterprises with one or two employees and an annual turnover of less than N3 million, as per the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria. Confirming the commencement of disbursements a few weeks ago, the minister stated that each Local Government has seen distributions to 1,291 nano businesses. ...
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Guardiola’s Injury Update on De Bruyne and Haaland Before Chelsea Clash in FA Cup
19Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
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Guardiola’s Injury Update on De Bruyne and Haaland Before Chelsea Clash in FA Cup

Heading into the FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has given an update on the injuries of Kevin de Bruyne and Erling Haaland. This weekend, Guardiola's team is set to meet Chelsea at Wembley with a spot in the cup final at stake. During City's recent UEFA Champions League match against Real Madrid, both Haaland and De Bruyne were replaced due to injuries. Addressing the media before the Man City vs. Chelsea fixture, Guardiola shared insights on the situation, with Fabrizio Romano quoting him as saying: “There is a muscular issue with Erling Haaland, so we'll monitor that closely.” Regarding De Bruyne, Guardiola mentioned: “Kevin De Bruyne was feeling fatigue in his hamstring, but he's in good spirits now.”
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TY Danjuma: Nigeria’s Insecurity a Source of Global Shame
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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TY Danjuma: Nigeria’s Insecurity a Source of Global Shame

Described as a total disgrace by the former Minister of Defence, General Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma (retd.), Nigeria is now seen as a laughing stock due to the ongoing waves of killings and kidnappings plaguing the nation. Speaking at the 2024 Nwonyo Fishing and Cultural Festival in the Ibi Local government area of Taraba State, Danjuma expressed deep concern over the country's current state. The chairman of the event, an elder statesman, lamented Nigeria's status as a war zone and a hub of absurdities, leaving a bitter impression on the global community. Danjuma urged Nigerians to restore the country's reputation on the world stage. Forewarning of imminent danger, Danjuma cautioned, ”To make this festival truly international, we must first establish peace in Tar...
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Mark Lawrenson shares his Premier League match predictions for the upcoming weekend
19Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
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Mark Lawrenson shares his Premier League match predictions for the upcoming weekend

One of Liverpool's footballing legends, Mark Lawrenson, has offered his insights into the outcomes of the forthcoming Premier League matches. This weekend, Wolves will be hosting Arsenal, while Sheffield United is set to play against Burnley. Liverpool will be facing Fulham in an away match on Sunday. Lawrenson's predictions, disclosed to Paddy Power, are outlined below: Luton 1-2 Brentford Sheffield United 2-1 Burnley Wolves 1-2 Arsenal Everton 1-0 Nottingham Forest Aston Villa 2-0 Bournemouth Crystal Palace 1-1 West Ham Fulham 1-2 Liverpool
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Ghana’s new train from Poland collides with lorry in test run
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Ghana’s new train from Poland collides with lorry in test run

Officials have reported that the recently acquired train from Poland in Ghana collided with a lorry during a trial run in the Eastern Region. During the test run on the Tema-Mpakadan railway line, the train struck the abandoned vehicle, resulting in minor damage to the cabin but all passengers, the train driver, and railway inspectors were unharmed, according to BBC. The police confirmed the arrest of the driver of the abandoned lorry. In a statement released by the Ministry of Railways Development on Friday, Railways Minister John Peter Amewu mentioned that at the time of the accident, there was no one inside the lorry. The ministry also noted that the lorry was not parked at an authorized level crossing. Despite the activation of the emergency braking system,...
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The FA Cup Semi-Final Chances of Man City at Risk Due to Haaland’s Injury
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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The FA Cup Semi-Final Chances of Man City at Risk Due to Haaland’s Injury

Manchester City's head coach, Pep Guardiola, has shared concerns about Erling Haaland's availability for the FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea at Wembley this Saturday. Haaland was substituted prior to extra time in City's recent Champions League quarter-final match against Real Madrid. Guardiola mentioned that the Norwegian striker requested to be replaced, but the reason was not disclosed. Confirming Haaland's injury sustained during the game against Real, Guardiola hinted at doubts regarding the leading scorer's fitness for the upcoming FA Cup fixture. "Following a rigorous game with high intensity from both sides, Erling felt a muscular issue which led to his substitution. The medical team reported minor discomfort, and his recovery progress will be monitored closely," Guardiola inf...
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Victory in Court: Former AGF Adoke Feels Vindicated
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Victory in Court: Former AGF Adoke Feels Vindicated

Celebrating a recent court win, Mohammed Adoke, a former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, expressed gratitude for the judgment that supported his no-case submission against charges brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. In a statement titled ‘I have been vindicated’, released to the press following the court ruling, Adoke praised the decision of the Federal High Court in Abuja, which on Friday, cleared him of money laundering charges filed by the EFCC. Justice Inyang Ekwo, the presiding judge, cited lack of evidence to support the alleged offences against Adoke. The charges stemmed from accusations that Adoke received a payment equivalent to N300 million in US dollars from Aliyu Abubakar in August 2013 in Abuja, a violation under the Money L...
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<!DOCTYPE html> <html> <head> <title>Auto mechanic arrested over 80-year-old Abuja couple’s murder</title> </head> <body> Auto mechanic arrested over 80-year-old Abuja couple’s murder
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Auto mechanic arrested over 80-year-old Abuja couple’s murder Auto mechanic arrested over 80-year-old Abuja couple’s murder

An auto mechanic named Jonathan Marcus has been taken into custody in connection with the tragic killing of an elderly couple, Adebola Ezekiel, 80, and Abiodun Ezekiel, 79, at their residence in Apo Legislative Quarters, Abuja on the 31st of March, 2024. Marcus, who often worked as a chauffeur for the couple, was presented along with several other suspects by the Commissioner of Police, Benneth Igwe, during a recent press briefing. The police swiftly launched an investigation and managed to apprehend Marcus, a former driver of the deceased couple. Authorities disclosed that their detectives tracked down the suspect to his hideout in Obajana, Kogi, where he was arrested. According to Igwe, the suspect admitted to ...
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