Thursday, April 25

U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos coach, Olowookere invites 25 players for Burkina Faso clash
25Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

U-17 WWCQ: Flamingos coach, Olowookere invites 25 players for Burkina Faso clash

A total of 25 players have been called up by Flamingos' coach, Bankole Olowookere, to prepare for the upcoming 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Burkina Faso. The Nigerian team is set to play the first leg in Burkina Faso on May 11, with the return fixture scheduled to take place at the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja. The victor of the two-match series will secure one of Africa's three berths at the World Cup tournament, which is slated to be held in the Dominican Republic. Among the players invited are Nwachukwu Prisca, Adebayo Jumai, Adegoke Khadija, Ibrahim Ayoade, Olowookere Oluwatoyin, Azeez Rokibat, and Okezie Onyedikachi. Additional invitees comprise Afolabi Taiwo, Aderemi Mary, Moshood Shakira, Isiaka Ololade, Abdulwahab Farida, and Joseph Queen, among ot...
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25Apr By Afolake IbidunNo Comments
Business

Adesina: The Challenge of Opaque Loans and African Growth

Highlighting the hindrance of non-transparent resource-backed loans on the economic development of Nigeria and other African nations, Akinwumi Adesina, the President of the African Development Bank, expressed his concerns. Speaking at the Semafor Africa Summit during the International Monetary Fund and World Bank 2024 Spring Meetings, Adesina pointed out the issues caused by Africa's increasing external debt, which stood at $824 billion in 2021. Countries are compelled to allocate a significant 65% of their GDP towards servicing these debts. Emphasizing that African nations are facing challenges such as COVID-19 fiscal pressures, infrastructure demands, and escalating inflation, Adesina stressed the importance of addressing the structural problems in Africa's debt situation. Adesin...
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<article> <header> Mojisola Hunponu-Wusu: Marriage, Cooking, and Love Languages
25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Married for two decades with a family, Mrs. Mojisola Hunponu-Wusu, the founder of Woodhall Capital, shared that she has never taken on the task of cooking in her household. On 'The Diary Of A Naija Girl' podcast, Hunponu-Wusu revealed the time constraints that have prevented her from engaging in cooking or other household chores. Interestingly, she mentioned that her husband doesn't mind her avoidance of the kitchen, suggesting that cooking might not align with his specific way of expressing affection. Instead, she focuses on activities that cater to her husband's preferences. Reflecting on her situation, she expressed, "In my two decades of marriage, I have never been the one to handle cooking duties in my ho...
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Quinnipiac’s Poll Reveals President Biden’s Lead Over Trump Shrinking in the US Election
25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Quinnipiac’s Poll Reveals President Biden’s Lead Over Trump Shrinking in the US Election

A recent survey released by Quinnipiac University on Wednesday shows that President Joe Biden's slim advantage over former President Donald Trump is dwindling. Despite Trump's ongoing trial in New York City on criminal charges, the gap between the two candidates is narrowing. According to Fox News, Trump's trial, which pertains to 34 counts of falsifying business records, commenced last week with jury selection and progressed to opening arguments this week. The former President has pleaded not guilty to all the accusations against him. The poll indicates a dead heat in the presidential race, with Biden and Trump tied at 46% in terms of support. When independent presidential candidates Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (16%), Dr. Cornel West (3%), and the Green Party's Jill Stein (3%) are factored ...
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25Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Two more teams secure spots in NWFL Super Eight playoffs

Securing their places in the Nigeria Women Premier League Super Eight playoff are Edo Queens and Bayelsa Queens. Edo Queens clinched their spot with a 1-1 draw against Delta Queens at the Stephen Keshi Stadium. Despite a 2-1 loss to Robo Queens, Bayelsa Queens also earned their place in the season-ending tournament. Finishing with 23 and 22 points respectively from 14 matches, Edo Queens secured the second spot, while Bayelsa Queens took the third position. Rivers Angels topped Group B with 27 points, with Nasarawa Amazons, Heartland Queens, and Confluence Queens also qualifying from Group A. These six teams will compete in the NWFL championship playoffs, vying to win the title of the 2024 NWFL champions.
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25Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Teenage Boy in Osun Sentenced to Three Years in Jail for Stealing Water Taps

Sentenced to three years imprisonment by the Osun Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ede was 18-year-old Abiodun Adewuyi for stealing water taps. Operatives from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC in Osun State arrested Adewusi after he was found removing the items at Durodola community in Owode-Ede town. In a statement released in Osogbo, the Command spokesperson, Adeleke Kehinde, revealed that the suspect was apprehended in a building while dismantling the taps at 5:40 pm on April 16. According to the statement, the crime committed by Adewuyi opposes Section 390 of the Criminal Code Law of Osun State. Appearing before Chief Magistrate V. A. Adedokun at the Magistrate Court in Ede, Osun State on April 22, Adewuyi was convicted and given the three-year jail term. "Charg...
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Despite CBN Intervention, Naira Fails to Strengthen Against Dollar in Forex Market
25Apr By Afolake IbidunNo Comments
Business

Despite CBN Intervention, Naira Fails to Strengthen Against Dollar in Forex Market

Despite the recent injection of an additional $10,000 to Bureau De Change operators by the Central Bank of Nigeria, the Naira has not managed to appreciate against the US dollar in the foreign exchange market. Data from FMDQ revealed that the Naira experienced a decline to N1308.52 per Dollar on Wednesday, in contrast to the previous day's exchange rate of N1,300.15. On a daily basis, this reflects a decrease of N8.37 from the rate of N1,300.15 per Dollar on Tuesday. In the parallel market segment, the Naira was trading between N1,250 and N1,300 on Wednesday, down from N1230 on Tuesday. Despite the CBN providing BDCs with $10,000 each at N1,021 per dollar and restricting them from selling at more than 1.5% above the purchase price, the Naira's performance has not improved as anticip...
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Report: Kano and Jigawa Lead in Tobacco Smoking Across Nigeria
25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Report: Kano and Jigawa Lead in Tobacco Smoking Across Nigeria

In a recent report, the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre, CISLAC, revealed that Kano and Jigawa states are at the forefront of tobacco smoking in Nigeria. During a one-day multi-stakeholders’ engagement on tobacco taxation in Jigawa State, organized by CISLAC with support from Tax Justice Network, Solomon Adoga, a senior programs officer at CISLAC, highlighted the concerning trend. Emphasizing the need to reduce tobacco usage, particularly among the youth, Adoga expressed dismay over the statistics showing the high prevalence of tobacco consumption in Kano and Jigawa, with a significant number of users falling within the minor age group. He urged the state governments to take action by adopting and implementing the National Tobacco Control Act (2015) and implementing a Tobacc...
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New Traditional Head of Gade Chiefdom Appointed by Governor Sule in Nasarawa
25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

New Traditional Head of Gade Chiefdom Appointed by Governor Sule in Nasarawa

Alhaji Aminu Sulaiman has been appointed as the new Gomo Babye of Gade Chiefdom in Toto Local Government Area of Nasarawa State by Governor Abdullahi Sule. The appointment, as announced by the Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Barrister Muhammad Ubandoma-Aliyu, comes after a successful selection exercise that took place on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Following the passing of the late Alhaji Aliyu Baba Daudu on Monday, July 24, 2023, the new Gomo Babye now takes over the position. Describing the new traditional leader, Ubandoma-Aliyu mentioned that “Alhaji Aminu Sulaiman, the new Gomo Babye, is an alumnus of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and Lagos State University with Bachelor of Science and Masters Degrees in Social Studies and Social Works, respectively. Prior to this appointm...
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The ongoing battle within the Wike camp threatens the future of PDP
25Apr By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

The ongoing battle within the Wike camp threatens the future of PDP

Recently, the much-anticipated 98th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, took place in Abuja. This gathering was attended by notable party leaders such as former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President Namadi Sambo, state governors, and other prominent figures. At the conclusion of the meeting, the NEC endorsed the Amb. Umar Damagum-led National Working Committee (NWC) of the party, allowing him to continue in his role until the next NEC meeting. Debo Ologunagba, the PDP National Publicity Secretary, conveyed the NEC's resolution to address the party leadership issue in August and emphasized the importance of unity and cooperation among party members. Furthermore, the meeting approved the reconsti...
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