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Photoshop maker Adobe’s co-founder John Warnock died on Saturday at age 82, the company said in a statement early on Sunday. The cause of his death was not disclosed at this report’s time. “It is a sad day for the Adobe community and the industry, for which he has been an inspiration for decades,” Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen said in an email to employees. Warnock co-founded Adobe in 1982 with Charles Geschke. He retired as CEO in 2000 and was chairman of the board, a position he shared with Geschke, until 2017. Reacting to his death, Adobe wrote on X,…

The Nigerian Army (NA) of the 81 Division has commenced an investigation into the alleged killing of a harmless driver. The investigation is being conducted in conjunction with the Nigeria Police, Lagos State Command to unravel the identity of the alleged suspects and the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate incident. The Division assured the public that at the end of the investigation, if the suspects are identified as serving soldiers, they will face the full wrath of both military and civil laws. Olabisi Ayeni, Lieut. Col., 81 Division NA spokesperson, said this on Sunday in a statement. “Headquarters 81 Division Nigerian…

Spain beat England 1-0 in the FIFA Women’s World Cup final in Sydney on Sunday to win their first title. Following are some facts and statistics from the ninth edition of the tournament, which was co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand: Number of matches: 64 Number of teams: 32 Venues: 10, in nine host cities Goals scored: 164, highest at any edition of the World Cup Penalties taken: 27, excluding shootouts Top scorer: Hinata Miyazawa of Japan (five goals) Spain beat England to win FIFA Women’s World Cup Fastest goal: after 68 seconds, scored by Panama’s Marta Cox against France…

In a thrilling finale to the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Spain secured a historic victory by defeating England 1-0 in a riveting match that will be etched in football history forever. The anticipation was palpable as both teams, displaying exceptional skill and determination, took the field under the bright lights of the stadium. From the opening whistle, Spain showcased their prowess, weaving intricate passes and maintaining possession with remarkable finesse. England, though, was not to be underestimated, mounting fierce counterattacks that tested the Spanish defence. The energy in the stadium was electric, with fans from all corners of the globe…

Ten-man Liverpool came from behind to beat Bournemouth 3-1, with goals from Luis Diaz, Mohamed Salah, and Diogo Jota more than making up for Antoine Semenyo’s early opener in their Premier League clash at Anfield on Saturday. Liverpool made light of playing a third of the match with 10 men after Alexis Mac Allister was sent off for a high tackle as they sealed their first win of the season with relative ease, though they were given a scare in the opening spell. The visitors’ new coach, Andoni Iraola, set up his side to swarm Liverpool’s midfielders, a tactic that…

Members of the Traditional Religion Worshippers Association have commended the state government for its penchant for religious harmony and support for religious freedom in readiness for the Isese festival. Several south-western states in Nigeria declared that every August 20 will be dedicated to the celebration of the Isese Festival, while Monday, August 21, is also declared a holiday for workers in the state. This is because members of the association have been upbeat, preparing for various events that will usher in the first Isese Day festival that has the approval of the government. A statement by the Secretary of the…

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Anslem Ijebor, has assured Nigerians that the former Governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi, will fix bad roads across the country as the Minister of Works, considering his antecedents as governor for eight years. Ijebor, while speaking with journalists in Lafia on Friday, said the choice of Umahi by President Bola Tinubu was not only carefully made but also divinely initiated to redeem the nation’s infrastructural deficits. The PDP chieftain noted that the choice for Umahi’s selection as Minister for Works was based on merit as an erudite and well-grounded engineer who…

In a thrilling match that captivated fans around the globe, Sweden secured a hard-fought victory over co-hosts Australia in the FIFA Women’s World Cup, clinching the third-place position in the prestigious tournament. The game, which took place at the state-of-the-art Brisbane Stadium, showcased the incredible skill and determination of both teams, providing a fitting conclusion to a memorable World Cup. From the opening whistle, it was evident that both Sweden and Australia were determined to end their World Cup journey on a high note. The match was characterized by its high-paced action, skillful play, and moments of heart-stopping tension. Both…

Yusuf Gagdi, Chairman of the House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee probing job racketeering in MDAs, has stated that the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, has not been indicted. He further stated that, contrary to popular belief, no federal government agency has been indicted. He stated this on Saturday at the committee’s resumed hearing in Abuja. Gagdi stated that the committee had a thorough engagement with all agencies presenting before it. He said it was incorrect to imply that the committee had accused the JAMB registrar when it was still carrying out its…

The Nigeria Electronic Fraud Forum (NEFF) has urged new policies and enhanced coordination to combat the growing trend of electronic scams after reports showed that the banking industry had already lost N9.5 billion to electronic fraud in 2023. NEFF, led by the Central Bank of Nigeria, focused on “New Strategies for Combating e-Fraud in a Cashless Environment” at its third quarter general meeting in Lagos yesterday as a result of electronic scam trends. Premier Oiwoh, Managing Director of the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), addressed the gathering, highlighting the troubling development of e-fraud in the nation, particularly through betting platforms.…