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President Bola Tinubu has congratulated George Akume, Secretary to the Government (SGF) of the Federation, on his 70th birthday. Tinubu, In a statement by presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale on Tuesday, he commended the SGF for his consistency and perpetual dedication to duty in coordinating the affairs of the government, noting his rich portfolio of leadership experience and laurels as governor, minister, senator, and top-flight public servant, which he brings to bear in his current role. President Tinubu celebrated Senator Akume, extolling the temperance, affability, harmony, and stability he consistently personifies as he coordinates activities both within and with other arms…

President Bola Tinubu has strongly condemned the heinous and brutal attacks in Bokkos and Barkin-Ladi Local Government Areas of Plateau State, which resulted in the tragic loss of many lives. Chronicle NG reported that it was a black Christmas in Plateau as gunmen killed over 60 residents. Tinubu, in a statement by presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale on Tuesday, directed security agencies to immediately move in, scour every stretch of the zone, and apprehend the culprits. The President also directed the immediate mobilization of relief resources for surviving victims of the primitive and cruel attacks, as well as medical treatment for…

Liverpool signalled their title ambitions by going to the top of the Premier League thanks to a hard-fought victory at relegation-threatened Burnley. Jurgen Klopp’s side has only been beaten once so far this season and went two points clear of Arsenal at the summit, despite some wastefulness in front of goal. The Reds got the perfect start by netting after just six minutes as Darwin Nunez guided in a lovely finish from the edge of the box to end a run of 12 club games without a goal. The impressive James Trafford was kept busy in the Burnley goal and…

Dominic Solanke continued his fine scoring form as Bournemouth beat Fulham to earn a fourth Premier League win in a row. The Cherries went in front at the end of a scrappy first half when Justin Kluivert’s shot squirmed under Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno after a brilliant mazy run from Alex Scott to create the chance. After Joao Palhinha fouled Antoine Semenyo, Solanke doubled the advantage from the penalty spot just past the hour mark, sending Leno the wrong way for his 12th league goal of the year. It was the striker’s fifth goal in his last three matches, while…

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has said it will take “time and patience” to “bring sporting success” back to Manchester United. The British billionaire has agreed to buy a 25% stake in the Old Trafford club for about $1.3bn (£1.03bn). His Ineos Group will take control of football operations, and Ratcliffe will also provide $300 million (£236 million) for future investment in United’s stadium. Ratcliffe has told supporters, “We recognize our responsibility as custodians of the club on your behalf.”. In an open letter to fans, he added, “I believe we can bring sporting success on the pitch to complement the undoubted…

Renowned development economist Professor Chiwuike Uba has predicted a continuation of economic hardship in 2024. In light of this, he urged Nigerians to adopt a prudent approach to their finances, prioritizing essential and budget-friendly spending. Uba, the Executive Director of the Amaka Chiwuike Uba Foundation (ACUF) Initiative for Policy and Governance, noted the importance of adjusting spending habits in response to the current cost-of-living crisis and pressure on incomes, NAN reported. He cited recent data from the Nigeria Bureau of Statistics, revealing that a staggering 62.9% of the population (approximately 133 million people) are multidimensionally poor, facing deprivations beyond just…

No fewer than eight traders have been killed by gunmen suspected to be fleeing bandits at Kukan Babangida village in Katsina State. The traders were returning from a weekly market in the Jibia local government area of the state when they were attacked by gunmen escaping from a military offensive in some parts of the neighbouring Zamfara State. The gunmen severely injured four of the traders while kidnapping two others, reliable source said. “They were returning from Jibia market to Yan Gayya, a village close to Katsina metropolis, when all of a sudden the hoodlums opened fire on their vehicle.…

The naira exchanged to the dollar at 1,233/$ on Monday at the parallel market, Bureau de Change operators disclosed. The local currency, which was bought and sold at 1,228/$ and 1,233/$ had traded at the same rate on Friday, BDC operators told Punch News. Figures obtained from Abokifx showed that the Pound Sterling was bought and sold at 1,550/ £ and 1,565/ £, while Euro was 1,290/€ and 1,305/€ respectively. A BDC operator in Lagos, Kamarudeen Ibrahim, said, “The naira traded at 1,220/$ a week earlier, but weakened to 1,233/$ by the end of the week.” Another BDC operator, Akeem…

No fewer than 128 travellers from Abuja bound for different destinations in the northern part of the country on Monday enjoyed the implementation of President Bola Tinubu’s directive on 50% discount on transport fares for Nigerians during the yuletide. The travellers, who were freighted to their destinations, paid only half of the transport fares charged for each of their destinations, as monitored by the Federal Ministry of Transportation (FMT) Situation Room Monitoring Team on Christmas Day. The North-bound travellers got immediate reimbursement of 50% of the transport fares paid upon boarding their vehicles from the Chairman of the Association of…

Nigerian rapper, Tochukwu Ojogwu, popularly known as Odumodublvck, has said he cannot be a role model because he indulges in fornication, smoking, and drinking alcohol. The singer said it is only a “dumb” person that would look up to him as a role model. The ‘Declan Rice’ crooner stated this in the latest episode of the Zero Conditions podcast. He urged those who always criticise him for his lifestyle and social media personality to desist from doing so, stressing that he is nobody’s role model. Odumodublvck said, “It is always necessary for celebrities to clapback at trolls. Who said it…