Three Lions of England have advanced to the quarter-finals of the European Championship following a 2-1 last-16 win over Slovakia after extra time.
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Euro ’24: England fight back against Slovakia to set up Swiss Q’final clash
England edge Slovakia 2-1, advance to quarterfinals
The Three Lions of England have advanced to the quarterfinals of the Euro 2024 tournament after beating Slovakia 2-1 on Sunday night.
Slovakia got the lead in the 25th minute courtesy of Ivan Schranz’s low shot which was cancelled by English youngster, Jude Bellingham in stoppage time.
Captain Harry Kane got the winning goal with a header immediately after extra time.
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‘We’ll seek legal redress’ – NBA responds to DSS’ 3-year detention of its member
The Abakaliki branch of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has expressed dismay over the detention of one of its members, Pius Awoke, for three years.
The association said before his release, the legal practitioner was detained in three different cells of the Department of State Services, DSS, in Kogi, Abuja, and Niger states in a dehumanising manner.
The lawyer was arrested on July 26, 2021, while returning from Abuja after attending the arraignment and trial of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB.
He was taken to different DSS custody before finally regaining his freedom last week, June 21, 2024.
NBA condemned the detention and vowed to fight it legally when Pius Awoke recovers from the health challenges he has as a result of the long incarceration.
The chairman of NBA, Abakaliki Branch, Edeh Samuel Edeh, who stated this while speaking, said the law must take its course on the matter.
According to him, the detention of the legal practitioner has brought untold hardship to his family and other dependents.
“This man went for a legitimate duty as a lawyer. He went to court to represent a client, and as he was returning from Abuja, he was arrested by DSS.
“Now, the issue here is, since when has it been unlawful that a lawyer should represent a client? If a member of DSS is alleged to have committed one offence or another, won’t he have the right to brief a lawyer to represent him?
“So, the way Pius Awoke, being our member, was humiliated, and dehumanised is something too gory, too bad, and unacceptable, and on behalf of NBA Abakaliki branch, we condemn such. Even the National NBA, is also feeling very bad. The President and the entire body, we have been on phones, we have been discussing and I know several efforts that were made and through the efforts of the National President, Pius Awoke has been released.
“If you look at his family, you will shed tears. His wife and the entire family have gone through untold hardship during these three years Pius Awoke was in the DSS cells as if Pius had died. But there must be punitive measures; they have to pay, and they will pay for it.
“The association is still studying the situation. Let Pius get himself; we will take it up from there,” Edeh stated.
‘We’ll seek legal redress’ – NBA responds to DSS’ 3-year detention of its member
Police arrest VeryDarkMan over defamation allegations
Controversial social media critic, Martin Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has been arrested by Nigerian police operatives at his Abuja residence on Sunday.
While the reason for his arrest is yet to be disclosed, his lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, confirmed that it is related to his recent exposé on his X.com.
According to Adeyanju, Otse was arrested on the orders of CP Igwe for allegedly defaming someone who had been accused of scamming a Nigerian abroad.
He wrote, “Our client, #thatverydarkman has just been arrested by the police on the instruction of CP Igwe for exposing someone who allegedly duped a Nigerian abroad.
“Instead of the police to arrest the person alleged to have duped someone, they arrested VDM on allegation of defamation.”
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Tinubu mourns ex-Chief of Defence Staff, Ibrahim Ogohi
President Bola Tinubu has consoled the family of the late ex-Chief of Defence Staff, Admiral Ibrahim Ogohi (retd.), who died at the age of 75.
The former naval officer, who was the Chief of Defence Staff between 1999 and 2003, passed on after a brief illness in the early hours of Sunday at his Abuja residence.
Late Ogohi was also the first chief of defence staff from the Nigerian Navy.
According to a statement on Sunday by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, the President extended his condolences to the family of the late retired Admiral.
The president described the late Admiral Ogohi as a well-decorated officer, stating that his services to the nation will always be remembered.
The statement added, “President Tinubu mourns the late Admiral, stating that his services to the nation will always be remembered.
“The President prays for the repose of the soul of the deceased and comfort to his family.”
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NNPC Retail denies ‘lubricants-for-petrol’ claims, begins probe
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Retail Limited has denied allegations circulating on social media about a fuel pump attendant coercing customers to purchase lubricants or engine oil as a prerequisite for buying petrol.
In a statement signed on Sunday, the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Ltd. Olufemi Soneye, clarified the situation, stating, “The attention of NNPC Retail Limited has been drawn to a recent video clip making rounds on social media (X to be precise) concerning a fuel pump attendant at one of our filling stations.
“In the said video, customers were coerced to purchase lubricants or engine oil as a prerequisite for purchasing or dispensing Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol. The attendant alleged that this was a directive from NNPC Retail Management.”
NNPC Retail unequivocally refuted the allegation, stating that it does not represent the company’s Customer Service Charter.
“At all NNPC Retail filling stations, customers are not obligated to purchase lubricants or engine oil or other products as a precursor to buying PMS (petrol),” the statement added.
Speaking further on the incident, Managing Director of NNPC Retail Ltd., Mr. Huub Stokman, said, “We are dedicated to providing clear, transparent, and quality service to all our customers, guaranteeing that their needs are met without any recourse to unnecessary and unscrupulous conditionalities.”
The public is advised to disregard the misinformation and report any such occurrences to the appropriate authorities.
NNPC Retail Limited has launched an investigation into the incident and assures that appropriate disciplinary action will be taken against those involved.
Kate Henshaw blasts Nigerians sharing Olu Jacobs death rumour
Nollywood actress, Kate Henshaw, has faulted the actions of Nigerians who shared false information, claiming veteran actor Olu Jacobs was dead.
The rumours of Jacobs’ death had earlier spread online on Sunday without official confirmation.
Reacting to the news spreading on social media, Henshaw, who is also the Director of Communications for the Actors Guild of Nigeria, wrote on X.com, “How you people put up RIP posts about someone who is still alive, year in and year out, is very sickening.
“You do this to this great man and his family all the time! It is all shades of wrong! Stop, for goodness sake! Uncle Olu Jacobs is alive!”
Replying to an X.com user who had asked where the false information originated from, Henshaw stated that some individuals had started calling Olu Jacobs’ wife, Joke, over the incident.
“Who knows? And no one will bother to confirm? Imagine people calling Aunty Joke up and down! Haba!” she exclaimed.
According Online earlier reported that a Nigerian columnist, Betty Irabor, similarly debunked the news of his death.
“Olu Jacob is well and alive. Please ignore all rumours of his passing. He is alive, please,” she said.
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Bandits kill one, kidnap four in Abuja community, as esidents condemn lack of security response
A group of over 30 terrorists attacked the Guto area of Bwari Area Council in Abuja on Sunday morning, killing one person and kidnapping four others.
The attack, according reports, began around 12:30am and lasted for over an hour, with the armed men dividing themselves into two groups and attacking the communities from various angles.
According to sources, the attackers entered Piwaye through the swamps and killed a woman, Madam Alice, who was in her mid-40s, before kidnapping a man.
Two victims were abducted from their homes in Guto, while another person was kidnapped from Tudun-Fulani, which is less than a kilometer from the council Secretariat.
Residents of the area expressed frustration and helplessness, stating that they made frantic calls to the police divisional headquarters in Bwari but received no response.
“We felt so helpless because the kidnappers operated for over an hour, but there was no police or army to challenge them,” said a resident of Tudun-Fulani.
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“I called my neighbor when the shooting started, and he said he had already called the police. We waited for them to show up for 20 minutes, and when we didn’t hear sounds of sirens, we called again, but they kept telling us they were on their way. We never saw them until the kidnappers left on their own”, the resident who chose to remain anonymous said.
Another resident, who also preferred anonymity, described the attack as “very unfortunate” and stated that the attackers operated with sophistication, using weapons that suggested they were well-prepared.
“What happened last night was very unfortunate. We couldn’t sleep from 12:30am when they started till almost three o’clock. Initially, we thought it was the vigilance teams who were shooting, but when it became persistent, we knew these people were back again. We have had peace for sometime now, but unfortunately, they have resumed, and this time with full force because it was two groups that entered Bwari that night. One was in Guto while the other group was in Piyawe.”
The attack has raised concerns about the security situation in the area, with residents calling for increased protection and response from security agencies. The police have yet to comment on the incident.
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Financial services key to empowering MSMEs, says Moniepoint MD
The Managing Director, Moniepoint MFB, Babatunde Olofin has emphasised the critical role of Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises the world over.
in driving sustainable and prosperous futures.
Speaking on this year’s World MSME Day, Olofin said financial services are key to empowering Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises the world over.
He highlighted the importance of support from governments, financial institutions, and consumers, stating that partners like Moniepoint are essential in creating an environment that allows MSMEs to invest, trade, and thrive in both local and global markets, leveraging developmental benefits.
In a statement sent to According Online on Sunday, Moniepoint MD said, “We recognize that MSMEs are the lifeblood of the Nigerian economy. Millions of people depend on them every day for food, daily necessities, and sustenance. For businesses across Nigeria, we have just one promise—we’re always going to be here to make you happy. As we celebrate this year’s World MSME Day, we must acknowledge the hard work, dedication, and perseverance of MSMEs. They drive economic stability and sustainable development, helping to eradicate poverty and improve the quality of life for Nigerians.
“MSMEs are essential for creating local jobs and empowering women, youth, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups. Celebrating MSME Day acknowledges that these agents of innovation, growth, and sustainability hold the potential to unlock critical pathways for accelerating SDG progress globally.
“On a day like this, we must renew our commitment to join hands—agencies of government, private sector operators, and all stakeholders—to continue supporting MSMEs through policies, funding, and capacity-building initiatives. By empowering MSMEs, we pave the way for a more sustainable, inclusive, and prosperous future for all, especially the coming generations”, Olofin said.
From economic downturns to global crises, MSMEs have shown remarkable resilience and adaptability, driving economic growth and development across borders.
Moniepoint MFB, Africa’s fastest-growing financial institution according to the Financial Times, has reaffirmed its commitment to providing unparalleled support for MSMEs.
This effort, according to Olofin, aims to enhance its capacity to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals while promoting innovation, creativity, and sustainable business practices nationwide.
Olofin said, “The United Nations reports that MSMEs account for over 90 per cent of businesses and 60-70 per cent of employment worldwide, contributing to 50 per cent of global GDP.
These enterprises are vital for the global economy and sustain livelihoods, particularly among the working poor, youth, women, and workers in vulnerable situations.”
APC’s attack on Obaseki diversionary tactics, says aide
Crusoe Osagie, the Special Adviser on Media project to the Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, on Sunday, said the state chapter of the All Progressives Congress is employing diversionary tactics ahead of the September 21 poll by making spurious allegations against his principal.
The Edo APC on Saturday accused Obaseki’s administration of monumental corruption, calling on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to investigate some top government officials of the state.
The acting Chairman of the state’s APC, Jarret Tenebe, who made this claim at a press conference, said the EFCC had already invited some top government officials, urging the anti-graft agency to bring the investigation to a logical conclusion.
He said, “The latest plan by Obaseki to make the activities of his administration paperless is a criminal plan that has been designed by one Ugo who is in charge of e-governance, who has colluded with the governor to destroy all documents relating to fraudulent contracts with the excuse that the Edo government has gone paperless.”
He also queried the N28 billion being allegedly spent on a five-star hotel by the state government which he said was already at 85 per cent completion before the government took it over from its original owner.
In a statement on Sunday, Osagie said the APC used the press conference to cajole the Edo people, noting that the party has brought untold hardship to Nigerians.
He said, “The attention of the Edo State Government has been drawn to an ill-fated press outing by the All Progressives Congress (APC) in which they made several spurious and outlandish accusations.
“The shameful event is aimed at cajoling the Edo people and fruitlessly staging a strawman’s argument aimed at winning support for their lacklustre and tepid candidate in the September 21 Edo governorship election.
“After this party that is currently putting Nigerians through untold hardship, shortchanged themselves by picking a candidate that is unsuitable for a sophisticated state like Edo, they are deflecting, hiding the candidate behind a needle and taking an aim at novel governance innovations which they cannot understand because they have the worse intention for the people.”
The governor’s media aide added that “clearly, the APC’s only strategy ahead of the September 21 election is to deploy diversionary tactics and manufacture alternative facts in the hope that this will remove the spotlight from the obvious and disgraceful defects of their candidate, which has made the election a lost cause.
“In their presser, for instance, they rambled on about the ingenious transformation introduced by the Governor Godwin Obaseki-led administration, which they are not intellectually equipped to understand. This is not unexpected because you cannot give what you don’t have. The profile of these individuals gives them away as people with no capacity for governance.
“In trying to sound smart, the APC took a swipe at the government’s e-governance Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, which was emplaced to drive transparency, accountability, traceability and digitisation in government. Arguing that it was overpriced and intended to delete public documents, they exposed their ignorance and betrayed their phobia for technology and forward-thinking.”
Osagie noted that the state “has invested in positioning its workforce and its larger population for opportunities presented in the Fourth Industrial Revolution through a robust digitization programme. With a state-wide fibre optic cable infrastructure and an advanced ERP system in place, all files have been archived and are easily retrievable.”
He stressed that the state APC chapter “is lost in its quest to plunder public resources and is scared that an ERP system would make it impossible for them to steal without a trace. So, they are out to demonise the system so that they can nurture the idea of hiding files, demanding for bribes for government processes to be hastened and feed fat on an old, dubious and opaque system of administration.”
“They make light of the investment in Radisson Hotel, a key addition to the State’s hospitality landscape. Edo today boasts only one international hospitality chain, the Protea brand managed by Marriot, with Radisson being the second.
“Much as there are a number of quality local brands, the potential benefits of increasing the number of international brands bodes well for the state’s nascent tourism sector. The state has lost the hosting right of a lot of international events on account of the limited presence of international brands,” Osagie added.
