Friday, April 19

Real Madrid Departure: Casemiro Discloses Ancelotti’s Emotional Reaction to Man Utd Move
19Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Real Madrid Departure: Casemiro Discloses Ancelotti’s Emotional Reaction to Man Utd Move

During his transfer from Real Madrid to Manchester United, midfielder Casemiro has shared that Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti shed tears. Manchester United reportedly paid €70.65 million in the summer of 2022 to secure Casemiro's services. The Brazilian has now spoken out about the emotional exchange that took place when he met with Ancelotti before his departure. Recalling the moment, Casemiro mentioned, "After finalizing everything with Manchester United, I visited Ancelotti's office... and that's when he started crying." He continued, "Ancelotti said to me: 'Case, I don't know... I just want you to understand that I love you! I didn't want you to go'." Sharing his inner thoughts, Casemiro revealed to Chiringuito, "That was the only instance where I hesitated about leavi...
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Analyzed perspective: Sanam Vakil’s view on Iran’s denial of Israel’s strike on Supreme Leader’s birthday
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Analyzed perspective: Sanam Vakil’s view on Iran’s denial of Israel’s strike on Supreme Leader’s birthday

Dr Sanam Vakil, the individual in charge of the Middle East and North Africa Programme at Chatham House, expressed approval of Iran's denial of the alleged attack on its territory by Israel. On Thursday, reports indicated that Israel conducted a strike in Isfahan. According to sources, the attack specifically targeted a military site and was carefully planned to prevent damage and prevent further hostile actions by Iran. Commenting on this situation as reported by the Guardian UK, Vakil mentioned, “With Iran persisting in its denial of the attack and diverting attention away from it, and with no additional strikes observed, there is an opportunity for both sides to de-escalate tensions at this moment.” In her analysis, the timing of the strike, which coincided with the birthday of Ira...
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Response by Oko Poly to Alleged Exam Fee Increase and Student Protest
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Response by Oko Poly to Alleged Exam Fee Increase and Student Protest

Recent protests by students at the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, regarding an alleged hike in examination fee have been addressed by the institution's management. During a protest last week, students accused the management of imposing a N5,000 examination fee on them. Responding to the protest, the Public Relations Officer, Mr. Chijioke Ibeziako, refuted claims of an increase in examination fee by the new acting Rector, Dr. Uche Onyegbu. He highlighted that those spreading such misinformation are adversaries of the institution, emphasizing that the N5,000 exam fee had been sanctioned by the former governing council. An official press release by Ibeziako, shared with NewsNow, stated, “The uproar against the examination fee is therefore bewildering and clearly indicates the ag...
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Shehu Sani accuses El-Rufai of insults and curses over Kaduna indebtedness
19Apr By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments
Politics

Shehu Sani accuses El-Rufai of insults and curses over Kaduna indebtedness

Thankful to the Almighty God for revealing the truth about the $350 million loan between him and the ex-governor of Kaduna, Nasiru El-Rufai, former Senator representing Kaduna North Central Senatorial Zone, Shehu Sani, shared that El-Rufai publicly insulted and cursed him. Speaking to the press recently, Sani detailed his efforts to prevent the state from unnecessary indebtedness during El-Rufai's tenure. He expressed, “I have already communicated my concerns. I raised red flags during my time in office regarding Kaduna State's loan uptake and took action to prevent it. “Former Governor Nasiru El-Rufai opposed me on this, insulted me, and even cursed me. I confidently stated to him that time would eventually expose who genuinely cared for the people of Kaduna, between him and me. “Tod...
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Nuhu Ribadu: Tinubu’s security policies lead to demise of bandit leaders like Dangote, Boderi – NSA
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Nuhu Ribadu: Tinubu’s security policies lead to demise of bandit leaders like Dangote, Boderi – NSA

The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has attributed the elimination of bandit leaders such as Dangote, Boderi, Ali Kawaje, and Damina to the security policies implemented by President Bola Tinubu. Ribadu highlighted a noticeable decline in banditry and terrorist activities since Tinubu assumed leadership in Nigeria. Addressing a gathering in Sokoto, Ribadu emphasized the relative peace that has prevailed in the Niger Delta region under Tinubu's administration, contrasting it with previous conditions. He reiterated the current administration's unwavering commitment to combatting bandits and addressing security challenges. Ribadu stated: “As of now, no cases of unresolved student abductions exist anywhere in the country. The likes of bandit leaders such as Ali Kawaje, Boderi, Dam...
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Verdict: Two men sentenced to death by hanging for armed robbery in Osun
19Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Metro

Verdict: Two men sentenced to death by hanging for armed robbery in Osun

In the city of Osogbo, an Osun State High Court has handed down a death sentence by hanging to two men in their middle-aged years for committing armed robbery. Justice Ayo Oyebiyi presided over the court proceedings and pronounced Wasiu Afolayan, aged 36 and a battery charger, along with Kola Adeyemi, aged 34 and a spare parts dealer, guilty on Thursday. The duo faced a five-count charge which included conspiracy, armed robbery, attempted armed robbery, unlawful possession of arms, and murder under various sections of the Nigerian law. Despite pleading not guilty, the Ministry of Justice's prosecuting counsel, Barrister Bewaji Adeniji, presented evidence that on December 7, 2018, the accused laid siege near C.A.C No. 16, Oke-Onitea Area, Osogbo, robbing residents. Afolayan was apprehen...
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Casemiro Reveals Real Madrid President Attempted to Halt His Man Utd Move
19Apr By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments
Sports

Casemiro Reveals Real Madrid President Attempted to Halt His Man Utd Move

During a recent interview, Manchester United's Casemiro disclosed that Real Madrid's president, Florentino Perez, attempted to prevent his departure from the club. In the summer of 2022, Casemiro joined the Red Devils for an estimated €70.65 million, although the transfer faced obstacles due to Perez's sudden change of heart. Discussing the situation, Casemiro shared, "During the final negotiation stages with Manchester United, Florentino Pérez expressed reluctance to let me go." He further revealed, "Perez avoided discussing my departure from Real Madrid directly with me, leading me to speak with other club officials," as mentioned on Chiringuito. Despite the move, the Brazilian midfielder expressed his continued admiration for the LaLiga powerhouse and even watched their recent Cham...
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Call for Resignation of PDP Chair Issued by Former Rivers State Lawmaker
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
Headlines

Call for Resignation of PDP Chair Issued by Former Rivers State Lawmaker

A demand for the resignation of Umar Damagum, the acting National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, has been made by Hon. Farah Dagogo, a former member of the National Assembly from Rivers State. In a statement released in Port Harcourt on Friday and communicated to the press, Dagogo emphasized the importance of Damagum stepping down to pave the way for a more effective and results-driven leadership from August 2024. These remarks came following Thursday's National Executive Committee meeting of the PDP in Abuja. Issued by his media aide, Ibrahim Lawal, the statement also hailed the outcome of the party's 98th NEC meeting as a display of the party's resilience in dealing with challenges. It was no...
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NCoS Officials Confirm Bobrisky Remains in Ikoyi Prison
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
Headlines

NCoS Officials Confirm Bobrisky Remains in Ikoyi Prison

It has been clarified by the Nigeria Correctional Service that Bobrisky, the controversial cross-dresser also known as Idris Okuneye, has not been moved from the Ikoyi custodial centre to Kirikiri Prison in Lagos State, contrary to previous reports. Earlier speculations suggested that Bobrisky had been discreetly transferred to Kirikiri Prison to serve out his six-month sentence for the abuse of the naira notes. However, an official from the NCoS, speaking to PUNCH Metro on Thursday, revealed that Bobrisky is still being held at the Ikoyi prison facility. The official, who requested anonymity as per restrictions on discussing the matter, mentioned that Bobrisky's offense did not warrant his transfer to a maximum security prison like Kirikiri, where inmates servin...
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Ejimakor, Lawyer for Nnamdi Kanu, Clarifies Trial Conditions
19Apr By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments
News

Ejimakor, Lawyer for Nnamdi Kanu, Clarifies Trial Conditions

On Friday, Aloy Ejimakor, the lead counsel for Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), refuted claims that conditions were set for the trial of the Biafra agitator during the recent proceedings at the Abuja Federal High Court. He emphasized that the reports suggesting conditions were imposed by Kanu's legal team before Justice Binta Nyako's Federal High Court were inaccurate and misleading. During the last hearing on April 17, 2024, Ejimakor highlighted that the primary focus was on the application to reinstate Kanu's bail, following the Supreme Court's ruling on December 15, 2023, indicating an error in revoking his bail. Referring to the Supreme Court's findings, Ejimakor explained that Kanu was compelled to flee due to the illegal raid on his home by armed mil...
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