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Paris Saint-Germain Aiming for Historical Quadruple – NewsNow Nigeria

24Apr

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Paris Saint-Germain Aiming for Historical Quadruple – NewsNow Nigeria

Discussions have taken place within the Paris Saint-Germain camp regarding the possibility of achieving a quadruple this season, according to the team's manager, Luis Enrique. PSG is scheduled to face Borussia Dortmund in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final in Germany next week. Enrique's team could secure their 12th Ligue 1 title as soon as Wednesday if they defeat Lorient and AS Monaco fail to gain points against Lille. "The quadruple? It's definitely a topic of conversation for us. It serves as a source of motivation," Enrique expressed. "This potential achievement is significant for the club and the city's history. However, our focus is not solely on winning, but also on how we approach and play the game." "With eight games remaining, potentially nine, we aim to mai...

The Demise of Nollywood Star Zulu Adigwe

24Apr

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Entertainment

The Demise of Nollywood Star Zulu Adigwe

A sad news circulating is the passing of veteran Nollywood actor, Zulu Adigwe. Reports indicate that Adigwe breathed his last on Tuesday evening. The heartbreaking news was shared on Instagram by filmmaker Stanley Nwoko. Mr. Nwoko expressed, “It is with deep sorrow that I announce the departure of the esteemed actor, the late Zulu Adigwe.” The cause of his demise has yet to be disclosed. May he rest in eternal peace," he remarked. Throughout his illustrious career, Adigwe captivated audiences with roles in movies such as "Living in Bondage" and "Breaking Free." Nollywood has mourned the loss of six of its talented actors in 2024. The departed stars include Sisi Quadri, Mr. Ibu, Amaechi Muonagor, Andy Best, Jumoke Aderounmu, and Junior Pope.

Mauricio Pochettino Blames Chelsea’s 5-0 Loss to Arsenal on Slow Start

24Apr

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Mauricio Pochettino Blames Chelsea’s 5-0 Loss to Arsenal on Slow Start

In a post-match analysis, Mauricio Pochettino, the manager of Chelsea, pointed out that his team failed to respond effectively to Arsenal's early goal, resulting in a 5-0 defeat at the Emirates. Arsenal took the lead just four minutes into the game. The opening goal came as Leandro Trossard skillfully converted a pass from Declan Rice at the near post. In the second half, Kai Havertz and Ben White both netted twice to secure Arsenal's victory. Pochettino remarked, "I believe we didn't start the match well. "Conceding the goal made it tough for us to bounce back. We managed to compete in the first half after about 10 or 15 minutes. "However, we couldn't maintain that same intensity and competitiveness in the second half, making it easy for Arsenal to dominate the game after scoring the...

Fresh Charge Filed Against Emefiele by EFCC for Printing N684.5m with N18.9bn

24Apr

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Business

Fresh Charge Filed Against Emefiele by EFCC for Printing N684.5m with N18.9bn

Charges have been brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory against Godwin Emefiele, the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. The accusation is that Emefiele authorized the printing of N684,590,000 with N18.96 billion. In a four-count charge sheet disclosed on Tuesday, EFCC alleges that Emefiele violated the law with the intention to harm the public while implementing the naira swap policy under the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari. Furthermore, the anti-graft agency accuses Emefiele of illegally approving the withdrawal of N124.8 billion from the Consolidated Revenue Fund of the Federation. According to the charge, "Between the 19th day of October 2022 and March 5, 2023 in Abuja, you,...

Two Premier League players taken into custody over alleged rape and assault

24Apr

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Sports

Two Premier League players taken into custody over alleged rape and assault

Reports from the UK Sun reveal that over the past weekend, two Premier League footballers were apprehended on suspicion of rape and assault. Both individuals, aged 19, represent the same club within the league. Law enforcement officials conducted a brief interview with one of the players at the club’s stadium in connection with accusations of assault and complicity in a rape case. Subsequently, he was officially arrested after departing the stadium, spending a night in police custody, and later being interrogated by detectives whilst under caution. The teammate was also detained and questioned the following day regarding allegations of rape. An official police statement indicated, "Two individuals have been detained following a rape complaint. A 19-year-old suspect was taken into custo...

24Apr

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

LAUTECH clarifies: Victim of police shooting not affiliated with the university

In a recent statement, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Ogbomoso emphasized that the individual reportedly killed by a policeman is not a student of the institution. The university's Public Relations Officer, Mr. Akin Fadeyi, confirmed this during a conversation with NewsNow on Tuesday evening. An earlier report from NewsNow had indicated that a student was fatally shot by a policeman, resulting in injuries to two others. However, Fadeyi clarified that the tragic incident did not take place on the university campus. He mentioned, "As per the information we received, the incident occurred around 2 am, outside the institution premises. It happened at a club, and in LAUTECH, we do not have any club or hotel." He continued, "It seems there was a confrontation at a n...

Judiciary workers in Ogun State halt strike action

24Apr

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Judiciary workers in Ogun State halt strike action

Putting an end to their indefinite strike that commenced on April 8, members of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) in Ogun State have decided to suspend their industrial action. The announcement came on Monday through a statement released in Abeokuta by the Publicity Secretary of the union, Mr. Adewale Adenekan. Earlier this month, the union had initiated the indefinite strike, citing the non-payment of a 40% peculiar allowance by the state government. Detailing the latest developments, the statement mentioned that a meeting was convened on Monday with the participation of the National Officers of JUSUN and the Ogun JUSUN Executive Committee, alongside the Secretary to the State Government (SSG). In attendance at the meeting were also the state chairpersons of the Nigeria La...

Chelsea Sets Unwanted Records After 5-0 Loss to Arsenal in EPL

24Apr

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Sports

Chelsea Sets Unwanted Records After 5-0 Loss to Arsenal in EPL

After a 5-0 defeat to Arsenal in the Premier League, Chelsea found themselves setting a couple of unwanted records. The Blues have now surpassed their own record for conceding the most league goals in a season. The goals from Leandro Trossard, a brace from Ben White, and another brace from Kai Havertz, propelled Arsenal three points clear at the top of the table. Unfortunately for Chelsea, this defeat marked their 11th loss in the league this season. Mauricio Pochettino’s squad has now conceded a total of 57 goals in the league, which sets a new record for the most goals conceded in a single Premier League campaign, with still six games left to play.

Nigerian government’s goal: Attracting $10 billion investment in oil & gas sector

24Apr

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Nigerian government’s goal: Attracting $10 billion investment in oil & gas sector

With the signing of the consolidated guidelines for implementing Fiscal Incentives for the Oil & Gas Sector, the Nigerian Government is aiming to draw in around $10 billion in investments. A statement issued by the Ministry of Finance on Tuesday outlined that these guidelines, which form a key part of the Presidential Directives, seek to boost the global competitiveness of Nigeria's oil and gas sector and drive economic growth. The signing ceremony of the guidelines took place at the Ministry's headquarters in Abuja and was presided over by the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun. The development and coordination of the Presidential Directives were spearheaded by the Special Adviser to the President on Energy, Mrs. Olu Verheijen, in order to establish a competitive framework for the c...

Vincent Enyeama Shares Two Reasons for Not Applying for Super Eagles Coaching Position

24Apr

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Vincent Enyeama Shares Two Reasons for Not Applying for Super Eagles Coaching Position

Sharing his perspective, former Super Eagles goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama explained why he did not throw his hat in the ring for the team's head coach position. Following the expiration of Jose Peseiro's contract, various ex-Nigerian players have been rumored to be in the running for the coaching role. Enyeama revealed that he would have considered applying if he had completed his coaching certification and if his primary focus was not dedicated to his hotel business. According to Enyeama's statement to Afrik-Foot, meeting the certification requirement is essential to be eligible for coaching the Super Eagles. He added, "This is the primary reason. Additionally, my hotel venture demands a significant portion of my time and attention, making it my current top priority."