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Nigerian businessman and Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Tony Elumelu, has called on the government and security agencies to identify those responsible for stealing the country’s crude oil, particularly using vessels that navigate through Nigeria’s territorial waters. Elumelu emphasized that authorities should have the capacity to track and expose those involved in such large-scale theft. Tony Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Holdings, highlighted the severe impact of oil theft on Nigeria’s economy in an interview published by the Financial Times on Friday. Elumelu, who has been vocal about the issue, pointed out that the theft of crude oil contributed to the divestment…

President Bola Tinubu has affirmed that the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) will persist in its efforts to persuade Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso to rejoin the bloc. These countries severed ties with ECOWAS after facing sanctions due to military coups. Tinubu, who also serves as ECOWAS Chairman, emphasized the importance of enhancing regional security and upholding constitutional governance. Speaking in Abuja during a meeting with ECOWAS defense chiefs, he expressed determination to restore unity within the bloc. Tinubu acknowledged the challenges of his tenure, noting the exit of three member states, but stressed the importance of extending…

According to a new survey from CNBC and Generation Lab, young Americans are banking on Kamala Harris, US VP and Presidential Candidate of the Democratic Party to fix the economy of the country. A recent Youth & Money Survey, conducted after Biden exited the race in July, shows that 69% of Americans aged 18-34 believe the economy worsened under his presidency. However, when asked who could best improve the economy, 41% favored Harris, compared to 40% who supported Trump. Another 19% believed someone else, like third-party candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., would be better. This marks a seven-point swing in…

The first step to healthy eating is stocking your kitchen with the right foods. Many foods contain hidden sugars and sodium, so it’s important to know what’s in your refrigerator. Diabetes and high blood pressure are the top causes of kidney disease, but managing these conditions can help prevent or slow it down. By making healthy food choices and controlling your intake of sugar, fat, sodium, and salt, you can reduce the risk of kidney disease and protect your kidneys. To keep your kidneys healthy, avoid these five foods in your daily diet: 1) Soda: Avoid soda! It offers no…

Officials in Valinhos have confirmed that there were no survivors in the plane crash that occurred earlier today. The aircraft crashed into a residential area, damaging only one home in a local complex. Fortunately, no residents were injured. Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva had also said earlier that it appears that all passengers are presumed dead. “I must be the bearer of very bad news, and I wanted all to stand up so we can take one minute of silence because a plane just fell in the town of Vinhedos in Sao Paulo with 58 passengers and four…

A plane carrying 62 passengers has crashed. It happened in Brazil’s São Paulo state, according to the airline VoePass. The ATR-72 aircraft was traveling from Cascavel in Paraná to Guarulhos in São Paulo. São Paulo’s state fire brigade confirmed that the crash occurred in the city of Vinhedo and dispatched seven crews to the site. Video footage captured the plane descending rapidly into a wooded area, followed by a large plume of black smoke. GloboNews aired scenes of a significant fire and smoke emerging from what appeared to be the plane’s fuselage. Additional footage showed the aircraft spiraling downward before…

Afrobeats star Ahmed Ololade, better known as Asake, has shared his admiration for fellow artist Wizkid and their recent collaboration. Asake revealed that Wizkid, a Grammy-winning musician, has been a major influence on his career. This revelation comes alongside the release of Asake’s much-anticipated third studio album, Lungu Boy, which includes the standout track “MMS” featuring Wizkid. Expressing his excitement about the collaboration, Asake said, “Wizkid has always been one of my musical inspirations. As a young artist in Lagos, I was waiting for the right opportunity, and when it came, I knew it was perfect.” He explained that “MMS”…

Big Brother Naija Season 9 contestant Zion has made it clear that, despite being paired with his girlfriend Chinwe on the show, he won’t leave with her if she decides to exit. Chinwe threatened to quit on Thursday night, accusing Zion of betraying her to appease other housemates. She later confided in fellow contestant Michky on Friday morning, revealing she had informed Biggie of her decision to leave. Unfazed by Chinwe’s threats, Zion insisted that if she leaves, he should be allowed to stay. He expressed his frustration, saying, “This is only the second week, and we should be focusing…

Nigeria’s flagbearer, Tobi Amusan, the reigning world champion and world record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, did not advance to the final of the women’s 100m hurdles event at the Paris 2024 Olympics on Friday. Amusan finished third in the semi-final missing out on automatic qualification. The 27-year-old also finished 9th overall in the final standings. The world record holder was one of the favourites to win gold medal in the event. However, her wait for an Olympic medal goes on. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

Team Nigeria, composed of Emmanuel Ojeli, Ezekiel Nathaniel, Dubem Amene, and Chidi Okezie, has been disqualified from the men’s 4x400m relay at the Paris 2024 Olympics on Friday. The disqualification occurred due to a lane infringement, where one of the athletes stepped on the line during the race. As a result of Nigeria’s disqualification, South Africa has qualified for the Men’s 4x400m Relay final after successfully appealing, claiming they were impeded during the race. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.