Friday, April 26

Reappearance of Long Queues as Fuel Scarcity Strikes Zamfara
26Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Reappearance of Long Queues as Fuel Scarcity Strikes Zamfara

Parts of Zamfara State are currently experiencing a shortage of fuel, leading to the closure of many filling stations. A check by NewsNow revealed that most filling stations in Gusau, Kaura Namoda, Tsafe, and surrounding areas were not operating. The price of a liter of fuel in these areas ranges between N800 and N850. Despite attempts to speak with some Independent oil marketers, they declined to provide any comments on the situation. Drivers and motorcyclists interviewed by NewsNow expressed disappointment at the reemergence of long queues at the filling stations. One individual, Abubakar Tukur, remarked, "We were relieved when the long queues disappeared, but unfortunately, the issue has resurfaced."
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Cross River State Government Takes Initiative in Compensating Landowners Affected by Road and Airport Projects
26Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Cross River State Government Takes Initiative in Compensating Landowners Affected by Road and Airport Projects

The governor of Cross River, Bassey Otu, announced that the state government would no longer rely on the Federal Government to compensate landowners impacted by the reconstruction of the Calabar-Uyo federal highway before proceeding with the project. To prevent any delays in the rehabilitation of the road, Governor Otu emphasized that his administration would proceed with compensating affected landowners promptly. Following the 4th State Executive Council meeting, Otu stated, “To ensure that the construction work on the Calabar-Itu highway, specifically the Odukpani section, maintains its momentum, we have decided to initiate compensation payments to landowners affected by the road expansion. “The Council has approved the allocation of Four Hundred Million Naira (N 400,000,000.00) for ...
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Duty for Nigerian officials in CAF Confederation Cup
26Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Duty for Nigerian officials in CAF Confederation Cup

Mohammed Sanusi, the Secretary-General of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has been appointed as the match commissioner for the CAF Confederation Cup semi-final second-leg match between Dreams FC of Ghana and Egypt’s Zamalek. Chukwudi Callistus Chukwujekwu, another Nigerian official, will be serving as the referee assessor for the encounter. This important match will take place at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi, Ghana, on Sunday. In the first leg held in Cairo last weekend, Dreams FC, who are competing for the first time in the tournament, managed to secure a 0-0 draw against Zamalek. Dreams FC has maintained an undefeated record at home in the competition with three wins and a draw. The team is in need of a win to secure a spot in the final of the CAF Confederation Cup. ...
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N3.8 Trillion Borrowed by Tinubu Administration from CBN in Half a Year
26Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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N3.8 Trillion Borrowed by Tinubu Administration from CBN in Half a Year

In the last six months of 2023, the Government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Nigeria obtained an additional N3.8 trillion through Ways and Means Borrowing from the Central Bank of Nigeria. A recent Statistics bulletin released by the central bank revealed this provisional data, contradicting claims made by the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, who stated that Tinubu's government had not borrowed from the CBN. At the close of June 2023, the total figure stood at N4.4 trillion, marking an increase from the prior period. This brings the cumulative Ways and Means balances owed by the government to N8.2 trillion as of December 2023. Before the start of the Tinubu administration in May 2023, the Total Ways and Means balance was recorded at N26.95 trillion. These balances have been secur...
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Local Government Elections in Ebonyi Scheduled for July 20, 2024
26Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
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Local Government Elections in Ebonyi Scheduled for July 20, 2024

The Ebonyi State Independent Electoral Commission, EBSIEC, has officially announced the date for the upcoming local government elections as July 20, 2024. Chairman of EBSIEC, Barrister Josy Eze, revealed this information during a meeting with representatives of political parties, security agencies, and stakeholders from the 13 local government areas and 171 political wards in the state. He emphasized the importance of active participation from political parties and urged them to collect their nomination forms directly from the commission. "In accordance with the constitution of Nigeria, the Ebonyi State Independent Electoral Commission Law, and related statutes, we hereby declare the scheduling of the local government council elections in Ebonyi State for 2024," said Eze. He also annou...
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Important Announcement: Rivers United’s Remaining Fixtures Schedule Released by NPFL
26Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
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Important Announcement: Rivers United’s Remaining Fixtures Schedule Released by NPFL

NPFL has officially disclosed the dates for the pending league matches involving Rivers United. In addition, a brief hiatus has been planned to facilitate the completion of Rivers United's outstanding games, as confirmed by the NPFL. Following the conclusion of matchday 32 this weekend, the league will temporarily halt its proceedings. Action is set to resume with matchday 33 fixtures on the weekend of May 25-26. According to NPFL's directive, the rescheduled matches for Rivers United have been strategically arranged to optimize travel logistics, with game dates structured around the proximity of venues. Hence, Rivers United's upcoming away games against Remo Stars, Kwara United, and Sunshine Stars (originally matchdays 21, 23, and 27, respectively) have been rescheduled for May 5, May...
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A heartbreak caused by my refusal of premarital sex – BBNaija Ifuennada
26Apr By Isaac EghosaNo Comments
Entertainment

A heartbreak caused by my refusal of premarital sex – BBNaija Ifuennada

In a candid revelation, Big Brother Naija reality star, Iheme Faith Uloma, known as Ifuennada, disclosed losing a relationship due to her principle against engaging in premarital sex. Sharing a video on her Instagram page, she expressed unequivocally, "I am firm in my belief of abstaining from sex before marriage." Accompanying the video was her caption, "Even if it shatters me, I will always decline premarital intimacy. God comes before any man." In another social media post, the reality star recounted facing humiliation, ridicule, and disrespect from her partner because of her stand against premarital sex. Ifuennada penned, "I sacrificed a significant part of myself in a relationship due to my newfound convictions. I endured public ridicule and contempt from this individual. "I...
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Two crucial matches that could determine the fate of the EPL title for Man City and Arsenal, according to Redknapp
26Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
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Two crucial matches that could determine the fate of the EPL title for Man City and Arsenal, according to Redknapp

According to Jamie Redknapp, a former England midfielder, Arsenal's chances of winning the remaining games will hinge on their performance in the North London derby against Tottenham this Sunday. In spite of that, Redknapp acknowledges that even a victory for Arsenal might not be enough to prevent Manchester City from clinching the Premier League title. Following a convincing 4-0 win against Brighton, City now trails the Gunners by just one point and still have a game in hand. The upcoming matches against all three title contenders, starting with their rivals Arsenal, will be crucial for Tottenham's role in the title race. Redknapp stated during a Sky Sports broadcast: “Tottenham’s influence in the title race can't be underestimated, can it? “Their match against Arsenal this Sunday is...
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Rapper Speed Darlington Announces Requirements for Potential Wife
26Apr By Isaac EghosaNo Comments
Entertainment

Rapper Speed Darlington Announces Requirements for Potential Wife

Calling all single ladies! Nigerian rapper, Speed Darlington, is on the hunt for a wife. In a recent Instagram post, the 39-year-old rapper outlined the qualifications for his prospective partner. According to him, his dream wife should be dark-skinned, at least 5 feet 8 inches tall, aged between 18 and 23, a high school graduate, and preferably a virgin. He detailed, “I am in search of a wife who possesses the following traits: dark complexion, under 150 pounds, minimum height of 5 feet 8 inches, age ranging from 18 to 23, excellent listener, high school diploma, financial literacy, entrepreneurial spirit, no history of travel to Libya, a preference for a virgin, though not a deal-breaker, utmost importance placed on personal hygiene, a waist size of 46 to 50 inches, fluent in Igbo and...
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Not Striving to Emulate Messi, Claims Musiala
26Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
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Not Striving to Emulate Messi, Claims Musiala

Insisting that he has no ambitions to be the next Lionel Messi, Bayern Munich's creative force, Jamal Musiala, believes that endeavor would be an insurmountable challenge. Considered as one of the most promising talents in global football, the 21-year-old Musiala has been earmarked as a potential contender for the prestigious Ballon d’Or accolade in the years to come, reminiscent of Messi's achievements in the past. In an interview with Marca, Musiala was asked about the parallels drawn between him and Messi. His response was, “I don’t think I can draw any comparisons with Messi; it’s a task that verges on impossibility.” “I believe any comparison to Leo or any other player is futile. I approach my career one year at a time, continually striving to enhance my abilities and secure vict...
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