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Dortmund, Germany Unbridled joy erupted in the Signal Iduna Park cauldron as Borussia Dortmund secured a sensational Champions League final berth, silencing the doubters and sending shockwaves through Europe. The architect of this historic night was none other than Jadon Sancho, the English winger who returned to his former stomping ground with a point to prove and delivered a performance that left everyone chanting his name. “This Feeling is indescribable.” “Unbelievable!” exclaimed Sancho, his voice barely a whisper above the ecstatic roar of the Yellow Wall, Dortmund’s legendary fan section. “This feeling is indescribable. We came here with a plan, believed…

Get ready for a spectacle unlike any other! The arrival of the Olympic flame in Marseille on Wednesday promises to be a day of immense excitement and national pride for France. Organizers are expecting a staggering 150,000 people to descend upon the southern port city to witness this momentous occasion, marking the official countdown to the highly anticipated 2024 Paris Games. More Than Just a Flame This isn’t just about the flame itself, a symbol of sporting excellence passed down through millennia. This is a celebration of French spirit, athletic prowess, and the unifying power of the Olympics. Marseille, a…

A wave of terror swept across Ukraine on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024, as Russia launched a brutal barrage of missile and drone strikes targeting the country’s critical energy infrastructure. This large-scale assault, condemned by world leaders as barbaric, has plunged millions of Ukrainians into darkness and raises serious concerns about a potential escalation in the ongoing war. A Calculated Strike: Crippling Infrastructure and Crushing Morale The early morning attacks involved a relentless volley of over 50 missiles and 20 Iranian-made Shahed drones. These unmanned aerial vehicles, known for their destructive capabilities, targeted power plants, substations, and other key energy facilities…

PORT HARCOURT A brewing storm threatens to engulf Rivers State as the Chairmen of Local Government Areas (LGAs) level a scathing accusation against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The Rivers State Chapter of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) alleges that the Governor has been deliberately withholding statutory allocations meant for the LGAs since April 2024. This unprecedented move, they claim, cripples local governance and throws the state into a state of uncertainty. ALGON Cries Foul: Accusations and Frustrations At a press conference held in Port Harcourt, ALGON Chairman and Port Harcourt City LGA boss, Hon. Allwell Ihunda, painted a…

Fuel scarcity woes that have plagued Nigerians for months might finally see some respite, according to assurances from the Senate. On Wednesday, May 8th, 2024, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Petroleum (Downstream), declared that the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries are poised for full operation by the end of 2024. A Nation Held Hostage by Fuel Scarcity For weeks, Nigerians have endured long queues at petrol stations, with limited availability and inflated prices of the precious commodity. This scarcity has crippled transportation, disrupted businesses, and caused immense hardship for the average citizen. The blame game has…

A sigh of relief has swept through the Delta community of Okuama after the Nigerian Army announced its complete withdrawal on Tuesday, May 7th, 2024. This marks the end of a tense two-month standoff that left the community on edge and disrupted the lives of its residents. Flashback: A Community Under Siege The seeds of this crisis were sown back in March 2024, when a peace mission by Nigerian Army officers to Okuama went tragically wrong. Details remain murky, but reports suggest seventeen soldiers lost their lives in a violent encounter with some members of the community. In the aftermath,…

A fracture has emerged in the relationship between the European Union (EU) and Mali, as the bloc has decided to end its military training mission, EUTM Mali. This decision, announced on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024, underscores growing tensions between the EU and the Malian military junta that seized power in a coup d’état in August 2021. A Stalled Transition: Junta Tightens Grip on Power The initial hopes of a swift return to civilian rule in Mali following the coup have faded. The military junta, led by Colonel Assimi Goita, has repeatedly delayed elections and shown little progress towards democratic transition.…

LAGOS – Nigerians brace for potential economic paralysis as the Trade Union Congress (TUC) threatens a nationwide shutdown in response to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) controversial cybersecurity levy. The levy, a 0.5% charge on “almost all electronic transactions,” has sparked outrage among workers and businesses alike, raising concerns about the burden it places on an already struggling economy. TUC’s Fury and Mobilization Plans The TUC, a major Nigerian labour federation, reacted with fury to the CBN’s circular issued to financial institutions. The levy, implemented with a mere two weeks’ notice, is viewed by the TUC as an “extortionate”…

A bizarre stunt in Lagos has sparked a heated debate about social media challenges and the lengths people are willing to go to for online fame. A young Nigerian man, who goes by the username Young C on Instagram, has attempted to spend 24 hours buried alive in a coffin for online clout. A Grave Proposition: The “Live Burial Challenge” Young C announced his audacious plan on his Instagram page, claiming it was a genuine challenge and not a hoax. He promised live footage from the coffin throughout the 24-hour ordeal. In a video posted on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024,…

Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has addressed concerns regarding the proposed increase in the national minimum wage. Speaking during a visit to Vice President Kashim Shettima at the State House, Abuja, on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024, Governor Sule emphasized that state governors are not opposed to a wage increase for Nigerian workers. Governor Sule Dispels Rumors of Resistance Recent media reports have suggested a possible rift between the federal government and state governors concerning the proposed hike in the national minimum wage. Governor Sule’s statement aims to bridge this perceived divide, assuring workers that state governors are open to…