Thursday, April 25

Kwara United Seeks Appeal against N6m Fine for Live Broadcast Interruption in NPFL
25Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Kwara United Seeks Appeal against N6m Fine for Live Broadcast Interruption in NPFL

In response to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) imposing a fine on them, Kwara United has decided to file an appeal. The Harmony Boys were penalized N6 million for disrupting the live broadcast of their match against Akwa United in the 31st round last weekend. According to a statement provided to NewsNow, Kwara United confirmed their appeal of the fine. Speaking on behalf of the club, Kwara United's media officer, Jimoh Bashir, mentioned, "We have already submitted our appeal regarding the NPFL's decision." He added, "We are now waiting for a response from the league governing body." Additionally, NewsNow has reported that Kwara United faces another charge for allegedly providing inaccurate information that led to a rescheduling of their match against Bayelsa United.
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Speculation: Napoli eye Moffi as potential successor to Osimhen
25Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Speculation: Napoli eye Moffi as potential successor to Osimhen

Reports suggest Napoli are exploring the option of signing Terem Moffi as a potential replacement for Victor Osimhen. Osimhen appears likely to depart the former Serie A title-holders during the upcoming summer transfer window. In order to fill the void left by the possible exit of the former Lille forward, Napoli are contemplating bringing Moffi on board. Moffi has had a successful season at OGC Nice in Ligue 1, finding the back of the net on 11 occasions so far. The 23-year-old Nigerian is contracted to Nice until 2027. In addition to Moffi, Napoli have also been linked with his fellow Nigerian Victor Boniface and Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna.
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According to Uche Ogbodo, Nollywood Actresses Are Ideal Life Partners
25Apr By Isaac EghosaNo Comments
Entertainment

According to Uche Ogbodo, Nollywood Actresses Are Ideal Life Partners

Encouraging her peers in Nollywood, Uche Ogbodo advocates for marrying within the industry rather than seeking partners elsewhere. She believes that actors and actresses would have a deeper understanding of each other as life partners compared to outsiders. Uche Ogbodo boldly states that Nollywood actresses make exceptional wives and suggests that industry insiders should consider marrying each other. In a recent Instagram post, she expressed, "My advice to Nollywood actors or actresses looking for a life partner is to look within the industry, as there are plenty of prospective husbands and wives there." She emphasizes that marrying someone within the industry allows for a unique understanding of the demands of their profession, with a special nod to the qualities that make Nol...
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Response from IPOB to NEF’s Allegations: ESN Not Harassing Northerners in Southeast
25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Response from IPOB to NEF’s Allegations: ESN Not Harassing Northerners in Southeast

In a statement released on Thursday, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) clarified that the Eastern Security Network (ESN) is not engaging in harassment of Northerners and Fulanis in the Southeast region. According to IPOB, there are Northerners who are conducting their lawful businesses in the Southeast without facing any form of harassment. The group's response comes after the Northern Elders Forum (NEF) alleged that ESN was involved in the mass killing of Fulani cows and Northerners. Emma Powerful, the spokesperson for IPOB, criticized NEF, referring to them as hypocrites and instigators of crisis who rarely speak the truth. Powerful's statement emphasized that IPOB and ESN are focused on targeting criminal elements and terrorists operating in the region, particularly those respo...
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Exciting move for Akwasi Cynthia as she joins Ordabasy in Kazakhstan
25Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Exciting move for Akwasi Cynthia as she joins Ordabasy in Kazakhstan

NewsNow has reported that Akwasi Cynthia, who previously played for Heartland Queens in the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL), has made a transfer to Kazakhstan club Ordabasy. Her new club has officially presented her as their new goalkeeper. Akwasi delivered a standout performance for Heartland Queens during the NWFL season, contributing significantly to their qualification for the NWFL Super Six playoff. Heartland Queens will be competing against Confluence Queens, Nasarawa Amazons, Bayelsa Queens, Rivers Angels, and Edo Queens in the playoffs to determine the 2024 NWFL champion. The victor of the NWFL playoffs will secure a spot to represent Nigeria in the upcoming CAF Women Champions League.
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Supporting the CAR Development and President’s Policy: Mass Rally in Bangui
25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Supporting the CAR Development and President’s Policy: Mass Rally in Bangui

A patriotic rally advocating for the sovereignty and progress of the CAR took place in Bangui on Wednesday, April 24th, drawing around 1000 participants. The gathering aimed to denounce corruption and commend the President of the Republic for prioritizing the security of citizens and the advancement of the CAR. Organized by Gutemberg Socrates Taramboye, the head of the Initiative Committee for Investigating US Actions in the CAR, and Pott Mandenema, the leader of the Azimut movement, the event resonated with the attendees. The demonstrators, donning white armbands as a symbol of integrity and determination, marched from two different starting points, Avenue Martire and Avenue de France, converging at Place Martire. This peaceful demonstration paralleled the essence of the white stripe...
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Court dismisses lawsuit aimed at reversing Hannatu Musawa’s appointment as minister
25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Court dismisses lawsuit aimed at reversing Hannatu Musawa’s appointment as minister

The appointment of Hannatu Musawa as Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy by President Bola Tinubu faced a legal challenge in a Federal High Court in Abuja, but the suit has been struck out. In a judgment, Justice James Omotosho ruled that the plaintiffs did not have the legal standing to bring the case forward and even if they did, the suit had no merit. President Tinubu nominated Musawa, a lawyer and former Presidential Adviser on Culture and Entertainment Economy, for the ministerial position on July 27, 2023. She was later confirmed by the Senate on August 1, 2023, and sworn in on August 21, 2023. At the time of her appointment, there were reports that Musawa, from Katsina State, was still serving as a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member. The Incorporated Trustees ...
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Criticism from Bishop Kukah: Nigerian Universities Contributing to Ethnic and Religious Biases
25Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Criticism from Bishop Kukah: Nigerian Universities Contributing to Ethnic and Religious Biases

In an interview with Arise TV, Catholic Bishop Matthew Kukah expressed concerns about the growing promotion of ethnic and religious biases in Nigerian universities. Kukah highlighted what he saw as a troubling trend of reduced diversity and meritocracy in universities in the country, particularly those located in Northern Nigeria. During the interview, he mentioned specific instances such as the construction of a mosque at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and the restrictions on building churches at Usman Dan Fodio University and Bayero University in Northern Nigeria. According to Kukah, the lack of integration and interrelation among students, as well as the limitations on building places of worship on university campuses, are signs of a larger societal issue. He pointed out that t...
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25Apr By Isaac EghosaNo Comments
Entertainment

Iranian court sentences rapper to death for backing anti-hijab protests

Toomaj Salehi, an Iranian rapper, has been given the death penalty by an Iranian court for his support of anti-hijab protests. Having spent over 18 months in jail for endorsing the series of demonstrations that followed the death of Mahsa Amini, who passed away shortly after her arrest for wearing an "inappropriate" hijab in 2022, Salehi now faces a dire fate. According to his lawyer, Amir Raisian, "Toomaj Salehi was sentenced to death for corruption on Earth by Branch 1 of Isfahan Revolutionary Court." Arrested in October 2022 for openly championing the anti-hijab protests, Salehi was accused by the Revolutionary Court of aiding sedition, participating in unlawful assemblies, spreading propaganda against the government, and inciting riots. Upon a review of the case by the Iranian Supr...
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Tragic Incident on Kaduna-Abuja Expressway Leaves One Deceased, 3 Injured, and N8.7m Found
25Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Tragic Incident on Kaduna-Abuja Expressway Leaves One Deceased, 3 Injured, and N8.7m Found

On Wednesday night, a fatal car crash took place along the Kaduna-Abuja Expressway, resulting in one fatality and leaving three others injured, according to the Kaduna Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC. Speaking to NAN in Kaduna on Thursday, Sector Commander Kabir Nadabo disclosed that an amount of N8.7 million was recovered from the scene of the accident. The incident occurred at Olam along the Kaduna-Abuja Expressway around 23:01 hrs on Wednesday night. A Golf salon car with registration number SBG 87 XB, traveling from Minna in Niger, collided with an unnumbered trailer heading towards Kaduna. Investigations indicated that the crash was caused by overspeeding, driver fatigue, and loss of control. A rescue team from RS1.16 Kakau carried out the rescue operation. Fu...
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