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Guinness World Records (GWR) on Wednesday sent an inspirational message to Valentine lovers, urging them to break records, not break hearts, as people celebrate February 14 globally. Chronicle reports that GWR message was intended to remind lovers of their bond. This year’s lovers day celebration coincided with Ash Wednesday, which is observed by Christian faithful. GWR, in a social media post, wrote, “Break records, not hearts. Happy Valentine’s Day!” Guinness World Records (GWR) is a notable organization that awards record breakers with plague for global recognition in acceptable reality events after rigorous assessment. Five ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day and…

The Rivers State Police Command has announced the dismissal of one inspector, Michael Odey, over his involvement in a $3,000 extortion case. Odey, along with two Assistant Superintendents of Police, Doubara Edonyabo and Talent Mungo, were accused of kidnapping and extorting two men. Afterwards, the three officers whisked their unsuspecting victims to three states before dispossessing them of the said amount, equivalent to N4.2 million. However, the state police command, through its spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, said the money has been recovered and handed over to the owners. In a statement released on Tuesday in Port Harcourt, the state capital, Iringe-Koko…

The Roman Martyrology commemorates the anniversary of the martyrdom of St. Valentine of Rome on February 14 of each year, who is considered the patron saint of lovers and married couples. Coincidentally, February 14, 2024, is also Ash Wednesday, the day that marks the beginning of Lent. So how can dating Catholic couples and spouses observe both on the same day? Very little is known about the life of St. Valentine, but tradition indicates that he risked his life to marry couples in a Christian way during the time of persecution against Christians. He was martyred around the year 269.…

Heineken NV said it expects 2024 operating profit to grow in a range of low to high single digits as beer drinkers curtail their consumption amid persistent inflation and economic worries. The company said Wednesday it remains cautious about the global economic and geopolitical outlook and that its focus will be on revenue growth that’s balanced between volume and value. Analysts on average expected the world’s second-largest brewer to achieve 9.9% organic operating profit growth in its 2024 financial year, according to consensus estimates. However, for 2023, Heineken exceeded analysts’ forecasts for a flat result, reporting a 1.7% rise in…

Nigerian Breweries Plc has issued a new price review notification to all its customers in the West Zone. The affected company’s brands include Star Lager, Gulder Lager, Legend Extra Stout, Heineken Lager, Climax, Goldberg Lager, Life Continental Lager, Ace Passion, Star Lite and Star Radler, 33 Export Lager, Williams Dark Ale, Turbo Kings Dark Ale, More Lager, Star Radler Red Fruits, and Desperados, which is a premium beer brand with a distinctive tequila flavour. According to a letter dated Monday, February 12, 2024, the price review, effective Monday, February 19, 2024, is deemed necessary to offset the impact of increased…

The Democratic-led US Senate passed a $95.34 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan on Tuesday amid growing doubts about the legislation’s fate in the Republican-controlled House of Representatives. The lawmakers approved the measure in a 70-29 vote that exceeded the chamber’s 60-vote threshold for passage and sent the legislation on to the House. Twenty-two Republicans joined most Democrats to support the bill, Reuters reported on Tuesday. “It’s certainly been years, perhaps decades, since the Senate has passed a bill that so greatly impacts not just our national security, not just the security of our allies, but the security…

A bill seeking the creation of three additional states in Nigeria has been listed for presentation in the House of Representatives. Nigerians have taken to social media to disapprove of the House of Representatives bill seeking the creation of more states in the nation. Chronicle NG reports on how citizens reacted to the House of Representatives bill for more state creation. “The 36 states are not even half developed, yet they want to create more, Tobi Jubril did not accept the intentions.” Moceede wrote, “Misplaced priorities; more states aren’t what we need, but to match some together. He added that…

Aggrieved Nigerians have called for the immediate resignation of the Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu, over the constant lack of electricity supply nationwide as the unbearable heat, couple with economic hardship continues to dampen hopes. Citizens have been thrown into darkness when the national grid recorded its first collapse in February, 4, 2024. Women stormed the office of the Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED) on February 6th, protesting the prolonged power outage in Rivers State. Chronicle NG reports on how citizens reacted to the poor electricity trend. “A call for the immediate resignation of Minister for Power, Bayo Adelabu,”…

Professor Itse Sagay has advocated the need for Tinubu administration to be dependent on local industries to ease economic hardship in Nigeria. Sagay analyzed some of the decisions made by the Bola Tinubu administration in judicial reforms and how they have impacted the citizens. Also, Hajia Halima Ibrahim, National Coordinator (Financing) of the Safe Schools Project, detailed how technology would be used to improve security, especially for school children. Inside Sources host, Laolu Akande urged the Tinubu government to tackle the galloping inflation that has made life difficult for citizens. “The president is going to get the blame or the…

President Bola Tinubu inspirational message on Monday to the Nigerian youths did not sit well with them, given the growing economic hardship in the country. In his message to Nigerian youths on social media, Tinubu wrote, “Dear Nigerian Youth, Do not relent in your pursuit. You too can be our heroes of tomorrow,” he said. “To our cherished Nigerian youths showcasing their talents in communities across the country, playing football on their local grounds, you too can be our heroes tomorrow. “Don’t relent in your pursuit. My administration is committed to making dreams come true,” he added. In reaction to…