Real Madrid to Face Borussia Dortmund in Champions League Final
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Real Madrid to Face Borussia Dortmund in Champions League Final

In a thrilling turn of events, Real Madrid secured their spot in the Champions League final after a 2-1 victory over Bayern Munich. The match was evenly poised at 2-2 following the first leg at the Allianz Arena. Borussia Dortmund took the lead at the Bernabeu with a goal from substitute Alphonso Davies. However, Real Madrid staged a late comeback, scoring two goals in the dying minutes to secure their spot in the final. Carlo Ancelotti's squad is now eyeing their incredible 15th title win as they head to Wembley for the final on June 1.
Statement from Bauchi Legislator Advocating for Suspension of National Cybersecurity Levy in House of Representatives
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Statement from Bauchi Legislator Advocating for Suspension of National Cybersecurity Levy in House of Representatives

During a recent session at the House of Representatives, Mansur Soro, the representative for Darazo/Ganjuwa Federal Constituency in Bauchi State, put forward a motion to halt the enforcement of the national cybersecurity levy mandated by the Central Bank of Nigeria. Soro raised concerns about the unfortunate timing of the levy amidst the current hardships being experienced by many Nigerians. Expressing his stance, the lawmaker emphasized that the responsibility of managing accumulated funds should not rest with the National Security Adviser, a political position. He called upon the House to push for the cancellation of the levy and to avoid introducing new taxes or escalating existing ones in light of the prevailing economic challenges. Speaking during the session, Soro highlighted, “O...
Ruud van Nistelrooy praises Real Madrid star as exceptional player
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Ruud van Nistelrooy praises Real Madrid star as exceptional player

Discussing midfielder Jude Bellingham's role in Carlo Ancelotti's system, former Real Madrid and Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy acknowledged the challenges faced by the player. Despite this, the Dutch international commended Bellingham for exceeding expectations set by fans and the club. Van Nistelrooy, who spent four successful seasons at Real Madrid, highlighted his own achievements at the club, including scoring 64 goals and providing 16 assists in 96 total appearances across various competitions. Notably, during his time at Santiago Bernabeu, the former striker secured the La Liga Golden Boot in his debut season by netting 25 goals in 37 matches. Reflecting on Bellingham's impressive goal-scoring abilities and overall performance, Van Nistelrooy expressed admiration ...
NNPP’s Criticism of Tinubu’s Leadership Style and Impact on Nigerians
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NNPP’s Criticism of Tinubu’s Leadership Style and Impact on Nigerians

The leadership style of President Bola Tinubu has come under fire from the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, for allegedly causing immense hardship for Nigerians. In a recent gathering at his residence in Dutse, Malam Aminu Ibrahim Ringim, the leader of NNPP and a former gubernatorial candidate in Jigawa State, expressed his disapproval of Tinubu's administration, labeling it as dictatorial. Ringim emphasized that Nigeria's abundant resources should not result in the current hardships faced under the APC-led government. Having observed the ruling party for nearly a year, NNPP decided to take action and challenge them at both national and state levels, according to Malam Aminu, who welcomed thousands of defectors from APC and PDP into the party. The primary objective of the meeting was t...
NNPP Expresses Disappointment with Tinubu’s Leadership, Decrying the Burden on Nigerians
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NNPP Expresses Disappointment with Tinubu’s Leadership, Decrying the Burden on Nigerians

Criticism has been directed towards President Bola Tinubu's governance approach by the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), citing the immense suffering imposed on Nigerians. In a gathering held at his residence in Dutse, Malam Aminu Ibrahim Ringim, the NNPP leader and former gubernatorial aspirant in Jigawa State, voiced the party's disapproval of Tinubu's leadership style. He disclosed these sentiments after welcoming a significant number of APC and PDP loyalists who made the switch to NNPP. Malam Aminu characterized Tinubu's administration as authoritarian, emphasizing that the abundance of Nigeria's resources should not coincide with the prevailing hardships experienced under the APC-led government. The NNPP leader highlighted that despite granting the ruling party nearly a year of as...
Missile and Drone Strikes Hit Ukraine’s Energy Grid as Russia Launches Attacks
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Missile and Drone Strikes Hit Ukraine’s Energy Grid as Russia Launches Attacks

Reports indicate that a significant missile and drone offensive on Ukraine's energy infrastructure was initiated by Russia in the early hours of the morning, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Zelensky, in a post on his X account, mentioned that the assault involved more than 50 missiles and 20 drones. This incident adds to a series of Russian assaults on Ukraine's energy network, which Moscow claims are part of legitimate military actions. The attacks targeted seven different regions in the country and were carried out on a prominent national holiday that commemorates the victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. In a social media post, Zelensky drew a comparison between the historical German invasion of the Soviet Union and the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, ...
Victor Oko Pledges Loyalty to Governor Fubara Amid Rivers Crisis
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Victor Oko Pledges Loyalty to Governor Fubara Amid Rivers Crisis

Recently inaugurated as the new Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Victor Oko, has affirmed his allegiance to Governor Sim Fubara. In his address to the press in Port Harcourt, the state capital, Oko emphasized the commitment of the new state assembly under his leadership to collaborate with Governor Fubara and serve the interests of the people of Rivers State. Oko outlined the assembly's dedication to transparency, community engagement, and ensuring clarity in their legislative activities, stating, “We will keep the public informed of our proceedings and ensure their active involvement in our work. Our priority is to work for the people of Rivers State.” He further mandated the Clerk to inform the governor of the newly elected leadership in the Rivers State House of Assem...
Support from Fans Vital as Kwara United Prepares to Face Rivers United
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Support from Fans Vital as Kwara United Prepares to Face Rivers United

Prior to their rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League match against Rivers United, Kwara United is relying on the backing of their fans for motivation. Taking place at the Kwara State Stadium Complex, the Harmony Boys will be looking to secure a victory against Rivers United. Expressing the importance of the fans, the club emphasized, "The fans and supporters play a crucial role in our matches, especially in the upcoming game against Rivers United." In anticipation of the must-win fixture, the club made an appeal, stating, "We call upon all Kwarans to unite in support as we aim for maximum points in this crucial match. We implore them to come out in numbers to show their unwavering support." Situated in 14th place on the NPFL table with 40 points, Kwara United is currently fighti...
Abiding to the completion of the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Highway – David Umahi
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Abiding to the completion of the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Highway – David Umahi

David Umahi, Minister of Works, reaffirmed the commitment of the Federal Government to the timely completion of the Abuja-Kaduna-Katsina-Kano Federal Highway under President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope agenda. Umahi made this statement during a courtesy visit from Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani in Abuja on Tuesday. During the event, the minister mentioned that he had received a directive from President Tinubu to develop a program that would ensure the project's completion within the coming year. He assured the governor that the project, which was inherited from the previous administration, would be divided into three sections and initiated promptly. According to a statement released by the minister's special adviser on media and publicity, Uchenna Orji, Umahi said, "The first 38 ki...
Two Nigerian Officials Chosen by CAF for WAFU Cup
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Two Nigerian Officials Chosen by CAF for WAFU Cup

Among the referees and assistant referees selected for the 2024 WAFU ‘B’ qualifiers by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), two are Nigerians. Salisu Basheer is part of the group of seven referees designated for officiating at the tournament. His counterpart, Muhammad Yakubu, has been appointed as an assistant referee. The competition is scheduled to take place in Ghana from May 15 to 29, 2024. The participating teams include the reigning champions Nigeria, host country Ghana, as well as Cote D’Ivoire, Benin, Niger, Togo, and Burkina Faso, who will be competing for the title. Additionally, this tournament will serve as a qualification event for the forthcoming Africa U-17 Cup of Nations.