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The Manchester Derby ended in a dramatic victory for Manchester United, who secured a 2-1 win over Manchester City. The match was tightly contested, with City initially leading through a header from Josko Gvardiol in the 36th minute. However, United made a strong comeback in the second half, with Bruno Fernandes equalizing from the penalty spot and Amad Diallo scoring the winning goal in the 90th minute. This victory is a significant boost for United, especially under their new manager Ruben Amorim, while City continues to struggle with their form this season. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp…

President Bola Tinubu is currently presiding over the 66th Ordinary Summit of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) at the Old Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, Abuja. The summit is focusing on advancing regional economic integration and ensuring institutional stability, among other issues. This summit takes place amidst regional concerns, following the announcement of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger’s decision to withdraw from ECOWAS. These three countries, now aligned under the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), are absent from the meeting. The summit will review the sanctions imposed on these…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a fine of ₦150 million on any Deposit Money Bank (DMB) branch found guilty of illegally distributing mint Naira notes to currency hawkers. This decision, aimed at curbing the commodification of the Naira, was announced in a statement by Sidi Ali Hakama, the acting Director of Corporate Communications at the CBN. The CBN emphasized that hoarding and trading the Naira impede efficient cash distribution. The CBN also outlined measures to ensure compliance, including enhanced periodic inspections of banking halls and ATMs, as well as deploying mystery shoppers to identify illicit cash hawking…

Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the United Kingdom’s Conservative Party, recently opened up about her beliefs, stating that she no longer believes in God. Badenoch, who previously identified as a “cultural Christian,” has now expressed that she does not hold a personal faith. Badenoch said, “I don’t believe in God anymore. But I am not an atheist, I am agnostic. I used to believe in God very much but now I describe myself as a cultural Christian. “I don’t think it matters if people believe in God or not. What matters is what they do with the belief or the…

Private medical practitioners have voiced concerns about their inability to pay the newly approved ₦70,000 minimum wage. According to Dr. Kayode Adesola, President of the Association of Nigerian Private Medical Practitioners (ANPMP), the current economic situation makes it difficult for many private hospitals, especially those in rural areas, to meet this requirement. He highlighted that while some hospitals in affluent urban areas might afford it, others simply cannot due to varying economic conditions. Dr. Adesola also criticized the government’s handling of private practitioners, pointing out issues like outdated tariffs and insufficient support for health insurance schemes. He emphasized that without…

The Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport (EAICA) in Ado-Ekiti has received approval from the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to commence non-scheduled flight operations starting December 15, 2024. This approval, valid for six months until June 15, 2025, allows private jets and chartered flights to operate under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily. Governor Biodun Oyebanji described the approval as a significant milestone, emphasizing that it justifies the state’s investment in the airport project, which aims to boost Ekiti State’s socio-economic development by making the state more accessible. Get instant and latest news updates via…

Israel Adesanya, the former two-time middleweight champion, is set to headline UFC Fight Night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on February 1, 2025. He will face Nassourdine Imavov in his first non-title bout since 2019. This fight comes as Adesanya looks to bounce back from recent losses and regain his momentum in the middleweight division. The event will also feature a co-main event between Sharabutdin “Shara Bullet” Magomedov and Michael “Venom” Page. This card promises to be an exciting showcase of talent as the UFC continues its expansion into the Middle East. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google…

Mikheil Kavelashvili, a former Manchester City footballer, has been elected as the President of Georgia. His election has sparked significant controversy and protests, with opposition groups claiming the process was illegitimate. Kavelashvili, who played for Manchester City in the mid-90s, transitioned into politics and has been associated with the ruling Georgian Dream party. His presidency comes at a time of political unrest and tension between pro-EU opposition and the ruling party. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter or Google News online channel.

In a bid to ease financial burdens and enhance festive preparations for their employees, both Borno and Kogi States have approved the early payment of December salaries and pensions to civil servants and pensioners. In Borno State, Governor Babagana Zulum sanctioned the payment on December 13, 2024. The Governor emphasized that this initiative reflects his administration’s commitment to the welfare of workers, which includes implementing a new minimum wage of N72,000 and modernizing the salary payment system. Meanwhile, the Kogi State Government also announced the payment of December salaries on December 14, 2024. The state’s Commissioner for Information and Communications,…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reaffirmed that all denominations of the Naira currently in circulation, including both old and redesigned notes, remain valid as legal tender indefinitely. The clarification was issued in a statement by Mrs. Sidi Ali Hakama, the Acting Director of Corporate Communications. She reassured Nigerians that the old and new designs of the N1000, N500, and N200 notes remain valid for daily transactions and will not be phased out. Hakama dismissed rumors suggesting that the old banknotes would cease to be legal tender by December 31, 2024, urging Nigerians to disregard such misinformation. She emphasized…