Thursday, April 25

Haiti’s Prime Minister Steps Down as New Government Prepares to Assume Power
25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Haiti’s Prime Minister Steps Down as New Government Prepares to Assume Power

In a significant development, Ariel Henry, the Prime Minister of Haiti, tendered his resignation on Thursday, creating space for the establishment of a fresh administration in the Caribbean nation.CBS News reports that Henry submitted his resignation through a letter dated April 24, which was signed by his office in Los Angeles.This move coincided with the day scheduled for the inauguration of a council responsible for selecting a new Prime Minister and forming a new cabinet in Haiti.The formation of this interim council was announced over a month ago by Caribbean leaders in response to the escalating political and crime situations in Haiti.Comprising nine members, with seven holding voting rights, this council is tasked with charting the course for the new cabinet, establishing a prov...
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Tragic Incident in Taraba Community as Militias Claim Two Lives
25Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Tragic Incident in Taraba Community as Militias Claim Two Lives

Reports have emerged indicating that two individuals were tragically killed in Gbuo village, at Akate Ward in Donga Local Government Council, Taraba State, on Tuesday as suspected militias carried out a violent attack. The assailants, as per information received by NewsNow, unleashed chaos in the village by firing shots indiscriminately, resulting in the loss of two lives. Chief Ugondo Uma, the traditional ruler of the Tiv ethnic group in Donga Council, confirmed the incident on Thursday, labeling it as an unprovoked assault. Chief Uma highlighted that the attack occurred while farmers were peacefully engaged in their regular agricultural activities in the region and expressed concern over the increasing frequency of such violent events in the areas of Gbuo and Akinde villages without ...
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25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Call for Renovation of Confluence Stadium Issued to Gov Ododo by Kogi Referees Council

An urgent appeal has been made by referees in Kogi State to Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for the renovation of Confluence Stadium, with the aim of attracting more sporting activities to the state. The chairman of the Kogi State Referees Council, Baba Abel, delivered this plea during the association’s annual general meeting in Lokoja on Wednesday. Baba Abel, a retired FIFA referee, expressed concern over the deplorable state of the Confluence Stadium, originally constructed during the administration of former Governor of Kogi State, Ibrahim Idris. Highlighting the significance of the stadium within Nigeria, he emphasized the current state of disrepair causing local teams like Confluence Queen and Kogi United to seek alternative venues outside the state for their home matches. Emphasizing...
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Arrest Warrant Revoked for Ehie and Other Defendants by Court
25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Arrest Warrant Revoked for Ehie and Other Defendants by Court

At the Federal High Court in Abuja, a significant decision was made on Thursday as the warrant of arrest against Edison Ehie, the Chief of Staff of the Rivers State Governor, and five others was set aside. Previously, on January 31, an arrest warrant had been granted against Ehie and the other five individuals in question. These defendants are facing prosecution by the police over their alleged roles in the burning of the Rivers State’s House of Assembly and a case of attempted murder. During the recent court proceedings, Justice Emeka Nwite concurred with the defendants' counsel on the jurisdiction matter, stating that the court erred in granting the ex-parte application initiated by the Inspector General of Police against Ehie and the other five accused individuals, as there were no...
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25Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Successful Police Operation in Bauchi: 3 Rescued, 8 Bandits Killed

Collaborating with local hunters, the Bauchi Police Command successfully rescued three kidnapped victims from captivity. Additionally, in an operation conducted on April 22, 2024, the command eliminated eight bandits operating near the borders of Bauchi and Plateau states based on credible intelligence on their suspicious activities. On Thursday, a statement by SP Ahmed Wakil, the command's spokesperson, disclosed that detectives from Gumau, Tilde, and Tulu divisions encountered armed bandits during a routine patrol. A confrontation ensued, leading to the neutralisation of four suspected kidnappers. Two of the deceased suspects had confessed to various kidnapping incidents in Bauchi and Plateau states, including the brutal killing of a village head in Ruruwai village, Lame District,...
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Nigerian Navy seizes illegal drugs and arrests 3 suspects in Akwa Ibom
25Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Nigerian Navy seizes illegal drugs and arrests 3 suspects in Akwa Ibom

The Nigerian Navy's Forward Operating Base, FOB, Ibaka, Akwa Ibom, has confiscated illegal drugs and apprehended three suspected drug dealers in the state. The Commanding Officer, Capt. Uche Aneke, revealed this development in Ibaka on Thursday when he handed over the suspects to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA. According to Capt. Uche Aneke, the suspects were apprehended around 10 am on Tuesday based on credible information provided by a member of the public. The individuals were intercepted on a fiber boat transporting approximately 4,320 ampoules of Pethidine 100 mg/2ml injection solution, a controlled synthetic opioid substance known for its high addictive properties. Emphasizing the navy's dedication to eradicating criminal activities in the waterways, Capt. Uch...
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Bitcoin experiences a drop below $64,000 in the midst of a cryptocurrency downturn
25Apr By Afolake IbidunNo Comments
Business

Bitcoin experiences a drop below $64,000 in the midst of a cryptocurrency downturn

Thursday morning witnessed a decline in Bitcoin's price, plunging below $64,000. The market showed a significant overnight slump, causing over $209 million in bullish cryptocurrency positions to be wiped out.Coingecko data reveals that Bitcoin is currently being traded at $63,700, marking a 4% decrease in value within a single day. Bitcoin was not the only cryptocurrency affected by the slump; the broader crypto market also experienced a downturn. The collective market capitalization of all cryptocurrencies dropped by 4.7% overnight.Similarly, Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, saw a decline similar to Bitcoin, dropping by 5.3% in the last 24 hours, with its price hovering around $3,090. Among the top 10 cryptocurrencies, Toncoin (TON) faced the most ...
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25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s Ex-Spokesman Criticizes EFCC’s Treatment of Yahaya Bello and Bobrisky

An ex-spokesperson of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Daniel Bwala, has raised concerns over the alleged preferential treatment given to former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Bwala pointed out the disparity in treatment between Bello and crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, who was recently convicted for publicly abusing the Naira. Bwala criticized the EFCC for what he described as a lack of adherence to the rule of law, labeling the recent press conference held by the commission's chairman, Ola Olukayode, as a "media trial". The EFCC had accused Bello of misappropriating N80 billion among other allegations, with the chairman vowing to resign if he failed to prosecute Bello, whom he accused of evadin...
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Police parade 28 suspected criminals in Taraba
25Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Police parade 28 suspected criminals in Taraba

Police in Taraba State Display 28 Alleged Criminals On Thursday, the Taraba State Police Command showcased 28 individuals suspected of engaging in various criminal acts. The Commissioner of Police, David Iloyanomon, presented the suspects to the press at the police headquarters in Jalingo, the state capital. He disclosed that the arrests were made in connection with crimes such as kidnapping, armed robbery, and culpable homicide. Commending the joint efforts of security agencies and the general public in combating criminal activities in the state, the Commissioner emphasized the notable progress achieved in the fight against different forms of lawlessness. Noteworthy achievements listed by the Commissioner included the capture of Abdulkarim Ibrahim, a renowned kidnapper known to opera...
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Commencement of PDP accreditation for 627 delegates signaling beginning of Ondo Guber Primaries
25Apr By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

Commencement of PDP accreditation for 627 delegates signaling beginning of Ondo Guber Primaries

The process of accrediting the 627 delegates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has started for the governorship primaries in Ondo State. Voting in the opposition party's primary will follow promptly after the completion of the accreditation procedure. Supervising the exercise is the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, assuring transparency throughout the process. The party is determined to wrest power from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to ensure effective governance in the state. “We are expecting approximately 627 delegates for the election, and all necessary preparations have been made. Accreditation has commenced." “We are fully prepared, and the candidates are optimistic, pledging to collaborate amicably with the chosen nominee." “Our p...
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