“You have to have a victory,” former President Trump told me last week about Israel’s war with Hamas, “and it’s taking a long time.” “Israel knows what they’re doing,” Trump added. “To listen to these people [like President Biden and Secretary of State Blinken], what they’ve done is not only Afghanistan, but I actually happen to think Afghanistan was the lowest point in the history of our country.” “I don’t think there’s ever been a more embarrassing moment in the history of our country than what happened in Afghanistan,” Trump continued. “Between losing $85 billion dollars’ worth of equipment, 13 great soldiers,…
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The Katangua ICT Market development may be delayed further, as the Lagos State Government insists that it has terminated its contract with the project consultant, Bridgeway Global Project Ltd. Dr Olajide Babatunde, the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on e-GIS and Urban Development, who had visited the market at the weekend, said that the project consultant’s contract with the state government had been terminated two years ago. He alleged that even with the termination of its agreement with the consultant over non-performance, the consultant was still occupying and collecting illegal fees from the traders in the market. NAN…
Bad Boy Records founder staying in his Miami Beach mansion with friends, family The saga continues as Sean “Diddy” Combs, the 54-year-old hip-hop and media mogul who saw two of his mansions raided by Homeland Security Investigations and local police last month, is not the only high-profile figure haunted by encounters with law enforcement linked to a series of new lawsuits alleging sex trafficking and assault. A number of prominent figures on different sides of the case have had run-ins with law enforcement, either as witnesses, suspects or victims. Actor Ashton Kutcher was the witness in the murder trial of a…
The Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja, on Monday, sent back the immediate-past Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, to the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. Justice Rahman Oshodi made the remand order shortly after the anti-graft agency arraigned Emefiele on 23 counts bordering on “abuse of office, accepting gratifications, corrupt demand, receiving property fraudulently obtained, and conferring corrupt advantage.” In the substance of the charges, the EFCC alleged that abused his office while he was CBN Governor through allegation allocations of $4.5bn and N2.8bn. He was arraigned alongside Henry Isioma-Omoile, whom the…
Ahead of the Eid al-Fitr celebrations, Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has secured the release of 222 inmates detained in correctional facilities across the state. The inmates were detained due to their inability to pay fines imposed by courts for minor commercial and non-capital offenses. The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Fadila Muhammad Dikko, conveyed the development in a statement. She said the decision follows recommendations to the state government to intervene in paying the outstanding fines for the selected inmates. She explained that the beneficiaries were carefully selected after a thorough verification process. According to Fadila,…
A family member has identified the victims as Dennis Prince and Ashley Prince, according to FOX5 Las Vegas police said a gunman opened fire inside a law firm near the Red Rock resort Monday morning, killing a man and a woman, then turned the gun on himself. FOX5 has learned that the victims of the shooting at the Summerlin law firm were Dennis Prince and his wife, Ashley Prince. Joe Houston, a Las Vegas attorney, has been identified as the gunman, and allegedly shot Dennis and Ashley before turning the gun on himself. A family member of Dennis Prince also confirmed his…
The World Bank has projected that growth will rebound in African economies from 2.6 per cent in 2023 to 3.4 per cent in 2024 and 3.8 per cent in 2025. This is contained in a statement issued by the World Bank on its latest Africa’s Pulse Report, released on Tuesday. The report said increased private consumption and declining inflation were supporting an economic rebound in Sub-Saharan Africa. It, however, said the recovery remained fragile due to uncertain global economic conditions, growing debt service obligations, frequent natural disasters, and escalating conflict and violence. “However, this recovery remains tenuous. While inflation is cooling across…
“However, a reckless endangerment count can be charged as a class E felony if the alleged act was committed with a deadly weapon.” Alabre noted that authorities in this case are maintaining that the chair allegedly thrown by Wallen “landed close to police officers and other members of the public, was a deadly weapon, and that elevated the charge to an E felony charge.” “For the Class E felony charges of reckless endangerment, Wallen is facing not less than one year nor more than six years in prison,” Alabre said. “It appears unlikely that the charges would be completely dismissed against Wallen…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced Thursday, April 11, 2024, as an additional public holiday. This decision was disclosed through a statement issued by Dr. Aishetu Ndayako, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, on Tuesday. The announcement, which was shared via the ministry’s official communication channel, highlighted the importance of recognizing Eid-El-Fitr and providing an opportunity for citizens to commemorate the religious occasion. The statement said, “The Federal Government has approved Thursday, April 11, 2024 as an additional public holiday to celebrate this year’s Eid-El-Fitr. “The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, while congratulating the Muslim Ummah for a successful…
Meg was not able to help the Lakers snag a late season win over one of the West’s best. Megan Thee Stallion has been impressing us all year long for a number of reasons. Her return to music back in late 2023 did not prepare us for what was to come. She has dominated the year with “HISS” and her features for the Mean Girl remake soundtrack and GloRilla on “Wanna Be.” The latter collaboration has been a massive success already in just its first weekend when it premiered on Glo’s new mixtape Ehhthang Ehhthang. Music is not the only department she is slaying in though. Megan Thee Stallion had…
•Bans foreign denominated collateral for naira loans •Analysts attribute naira appreciation to CBN policies •Incentive for forex malpractice eliminated — ABCON By Babajide Komolafe, Economy Editor & Elizabeth Adegbesan Currency dealers yesterday lamented mounting losses and declining dollar demand as the naira appreciated further in the official and parallel markets, following a 12 per cent or N152.23 reduction in bureaux de change, BDC, exchange rate to N1,117.5 per dollar by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN. Ban on foreign denominated collaterals Meanwhile, the CBN has banned the use foreign denominated collaterals for naira loans. It, however, exempted from the ban Eurobonds issued…
Boosie couldn’t pass up the chance to embarrass his son. Boosie Badazz is one of the most active rappers on social media and he seemingly always has something to say. He uses his platforms to comment on the biggest news stories in music, entertainment, or really just anything he stumbles upon. He’s also one to repost anything he finds funny which has gotten him in trouble before as he’s had a few social media accounts banned as a result. Now in a hilarious new video he shared to Instagram, he takes the classic parent opportunity to embarrass their child. In the…
Akwa Ibom State Government said it has put the necessary machinery in place for the launching of a Geographical Information System known as Akwa-GIS aimed at addressing issues of sharp practices in land administration in the state. The state Commissioner for Lands and Housing, Capt. Iniobong Ekong (retd.), disclosed this during a media interaction in his office on Monday. He explained that the delay in the launch of the project is because of the need to integrate the Office of the Surveyor General, the State Internal Revenue Services, the Land Use and Allocation Committee and the Uyo Captain City Structure.…
The Kaduna State Police Command says its operatives have arrested seven suspected cultists and recovered firearms in the state. The command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, announced the arrest in a statement issued on Tuesday in Kaduna. According to Hassan, the arrest is a major blow to criminal networks in the state as the command continues to make significant strides in the pursuit of justice and safety for all citizens. He added that “in yet another remarkable achievement, the command has arrested seven suspected cultists, seized illegal firearms, and recovered suspicious substance believed to be blood.” He explained that…
PJ Tucker, the renowned sneaker connoisseur, has once again set the sneaker world abuzz with his latest exclusive pair: the Nike Book 1 “Texas vs Kentucky” PE. As a player known for his bold and eclectic sneaker choices, Tucker’s latest acquisition showcases his unique sense of style. The Nike Book 1, a signature shoe of NBA star Devin Booker, serves as the canvas for this eye-catching PE. The “Texas vs Kentucky” pair pays homage to Tucker’s roots, representing the basketball rivalry between his home state of Texas and the University of Kentucky. Each pair reflects PJ Tucker’s penchant for rare and sought-after kicks, cementing…
The minority leaders of the House of Representatives drawn from all opposition parties have disowned 60 lawmakers who, on Monday, called for the resignation of the Peoples Democratic Party’s acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, for alleged anti-party activities. Recall that the 60 parliamentarians under the auspices of the Coalition of Opposition Lawmakers, on Monday in Abuja, threatened to quit the PDP if Damagum does not leave office to pave the way for the appointment of a new acting chairman from the North Central, the zone of the suspended National Chairman of the party, Senator Iyorchia Ayu. Reacting via a statement…
Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus (27) has endured a series of injury setbacks since the 2022 World Cup and the Brazil international said he cannot remember the last time he played pain-free. Jesus underwent knee surgery after sustaining an injury in Qatar before suffering three further setbacks due to knee-related issues. With Arsenal top of the Premier League and set to face Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final later on Tuesday, a fully fit Jesus could be a huge factor in the closing stages of the season. “Sometimes I feel it (in my knee), I don’t remember the last day I played…
The Ogun State Police Command on Tuesday said that some parts of the state will witness increased roadblocks and patrol to checkmate any form of criminalities during the Eid-el-Fitri period. The command also said that its operatives have been deployed to man the praying grounds while also collaborating with other security agencies to ensure the safety of lives and properties during the festive period. The state Commissioner of Police, Abiodun Alamutu, has therefore directed supervisory Area Commanders to render hourly situation reports to the state command throughout the celebrations. The spokesperson for the state police command, SP Omolola Odutola, disclosed…
At the age of 23, Phil Foden already has a cupboard full of trophies. This season, however, he has taken on a new dimension on the wings of Manchester City, proving his worth to Pep Guardiola. In top form, he will be one of the factors in the success or failure of Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals. Fourteen goals and seven assists. Foden’s Premier League statistics are not exceptional, but they are good and significant. In an attacking team where every player has a role to play, the Englishman has maximised his qualities to make himself indispensable. The X-factor…
US Women’s National Team Player Korbin Albert heard boos when she stepped onto the pitch in the second half of the USWNT’s match against Japan in the SheBelieves Cup. The boos came about a month after Albert heard it from teammates and former USWNT player/loudmouth Meghan Rapinoe for re-posting part of a sermon that included talking about how being gay and “feeling transgender” is wrong. While Albert apologized, that was not enough for woke fans who really wanted her to wallow in it. Of course, I can’t imagine many other players would get booed for re-posting a video that had to do with their…