Published on April 17, 2024By Don Silas

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday issued a stern warning to members of the public, stating that it is a criminal offence to obstruct the commission’s officers from carrying out their lawful duties.

The EFCC Establishment Act, Section 38(2)(a)(b), makes it clear that obstructing EFCC officers is punishable by up to five years in prison.

The warning comes in response to a growing trend of individuals and groups under investigation attempting to hinder EFCC operations by hiring thugs to disrupt legal procedures.

Several times, EFCC operatives have had to restrain themselves from reacting to such provocations to prevent any breakdown of law and order.

However, such restraint is now being interpreted as a sign of weakness.

The EFCC’s statement warns that it will not tolerate any attempts by individuals or organisations to obstruct its operations and that any such obstruction will be met with severe punitive measures.

“It is vital that the public complies with the law and allows the EFCC to carry out its duties without hindrance to ensure that justice is served,” the agency said.

It’s Criminal Offence – EFCC Warns Against Obstruction Of Officers

Sunday Igboho distances self from alleged invasion of Yoruba Nation agitators at Oyo Secretariat 

Yoruba Nation advocate, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has distanced himself from the recent invasion of the Oyo State government Secretariat by armed men suspected to be Yoruba Nation agitators. 

Chief Adeyemo has refuted any involvement in the incident, which saw armed men donning army camouflage hoisting the Yoruba Nation flag and various accessories.

The invasion, which occurred in the early hours of Saturday, witnessed an attempt to take over the Governor's office and the House of Assembly complex. However, the joint efforts of the Nigerian Police, Civil Defence, Operation Burst, and Amotekun successfully repelled the invaders. 

Chief Sunday Igboho, recognized as a leader of the Yoruba Nation agitation, has called for a thorough investigation to uncover the individuals responsible for the attack and their sponsors. He urges Governor Seyi Makinde to conduct a comprehensive probe to understand the motive behind the invasion and ensure the arrest and prosecution of those involved. Igboho emphasizes his unwavering commitment to the peace and security of the Yorubaland, assuring that he will not support any disturbance to the region's harmony.

Sunday Igboho distances self from alleged invasion of Yoruba Nation agitators at Oyo Secretariat

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Residents jubilant as Kano emir returns to Durbar route unused by Sanusi

The 'Hawan Nasarawa', one of Kano's royal Sallah Durbah processions, is considered the climax of Sallah Day by residents of Fagge because of the activities conducted by the late emir in the area during the ceremony.

Residents of Fagge in the Kano metropolis were ecstatic on Friday as a Sallah Durbar event they last witnessed six years ago returned to their area.

The ‘Hawan Nasarawa’ (Durbar procession) did not pass through Fagge for the nearly six years that Muhammadu Sanusi was the emir of Kano (June 2014 – March 2020).

Before then, Mr Sanusi’s predecessor, Ado Bayero (1963 to 2014), usually rode through Fagge, stopping over at several places to receive homage and prayers from residents and notable clerics of the area before returning to his palace.

The ‘Hawan Nasarawa’, one of the Kano royal Sallah Durbah processions, is considered the climax of Sallah Day celebrations by residents of Fagge because of the activities of the late emir in the area, a resident, Nuruddeen Muhammad, said.

An indication of the importance that the people attached to the event is reflected in the fact that indigenes of Fagge residing in other parts of Nigeria and abroad would return home to witness the procession, Mr Muhammad said.

The procession usually began with the late emir paying homage to the state governor at the Government House. He would then stop over at Sabon Gari, an area of the city densely populated by non-indigenes (especially from the southern parts of Nigeria), where he would be welcomed by the community and Christian leaders, with the residents turning out in large numbers to greet him.

The emir would then move to the Sanda Maibarewa’s residence in Fagge, where he would be welcomed by Mr Maibarewa, a political ally of the late Sardauna of Sokoto and premier of the defunct Northern Region, Ahmadu Bello.

Mr Muhammad said the tradition continued after Mr Maibarewa died as the emir received the special greetings from his family.

The emir would also switch to his spare horse at Mr Maibarewa’s residence before proceeding. The residence wore a new look annually to host the emir’s stopover, Mr Muhammad recalled, adding that this was the practice for decades until Mr Sanusi shortened the procession.

“The emir then proceeded to Malam Muttaka Street for another stopover and prayers. The next stopovers were observed at Kabobo Street, Dandalin Fagge, where he received prayers from some clerics and traditional leaders before exiting the area to his palace.

“The larger part of the activities took place in the Fagge area during the durbar procession unless when it falls on Friday. (In that case), the late emir would cut off some routes, as it happened in this year’s procession, to meet the Jummat prayer at the palace,” Mr Muhammad said.

But Mr Muhammad, a lawyer, said Mr Sanusi cut the route throughout his reign which made the Sallah celebration in Fagge boring. He said the new emir, Aminu Ado-Bayero, returning his late father’s Durbar tradition, since he mounted the throne in March 2020, has again made the celebration colourful in the area.

PREMIUM TIMES confirmed that Mr Ado-Bayero’s durbar procession was much longer than that of Mr Sanusi. The deposed emir always headed back to the palace from the Government House via a short route through Obasanjo Way to IBB Way; Kantin Kwari; Kofar Mata and finally the palace.

But for the new emir, after leaving the Government House, he passed through Lodge Road to Muhammad Abdullahi Specialist Hospital Road; Sani Abacha Way; Sabon Gari; Fagge; Wambai Quarters and Kofar Mata from where he finally arrived back at the palace.

Because this year’s procession fell on a Friday, the emir avoided some areas so that he could return to the palace on time for the Jummat prayer. At each location the emir passed through, he received rousing greetings from spectators lining the streets.

The Hawan Nasarawa procession presents representatives of the ethnic communities in Sabon Gari in Fagge LGA with the opportunity to see the emir and deliver their Sallah greetings to him and his entourage.

On the emir’s arrival at Kofar Kwaru, his gun salute team fired a series of gunshots to indicate that the Hawan Nassarawa had come to an end.

The Sallah Durbar procession is usually held twice a year. It is a symbol of the cultural heritage of Kano and some ancient towns in Northern Nigeria.

As the Sallah festivities reached their climax on Friday in Kano, residents and tourists appreciated the rich cultural heritage of the city. The Durbar, despite the hot weather, had a long procession of horse riders and colourful displays of traditional attires.

She described the Durbar as a unique and unforgettable experience.

Another spectator, Aisha Abba, said what she admired most in the Durbar were the colourful attires of the emir and his guards. She said what attracted her most in the procession was how each group of horse riders dressed in different and beautiful costumes.

The Durbar was four days of grandeur, horsemanship and equestrian parades. Beginning with Hawan Sallah, it moves to Hawan Daushe, Hawan Nassarawa, and ends with Hawan Doriya, also known as Fanisau.

Each day of the procession has its unique cultural meaning. The one that many people found most interesting is Hawan Daushe, said to have been introduced in the 14th century under Emir Muhammadu Rumfa. Hawan Daushe is historically unique to Kano but it is also practised in other towns in Northern Nigeria.

According to tradition, it began when the late Mr Rumfa accepted the request of one of his loyal guards, named Daushe, who was ill during the Sallah celebration, to introduce the Hawan Daushe to please him.

In Kano, Hawan Daushe is a Durbar procession that pays homage to the palace of the emir’s mother. It is a durbar procession for residents around the emir’s palace. It also avails the people of Kano City an opportunity to see the emir during the Sallah festivities.

The procession passes through various quarters in Kano, including Kabara Quarters, named after the famous 19th-century scholar Mallam Kabara, and Tudun Wizirchi Quarters, where scholars and influential figures lived.

The Hawan Daushe is also a demonstration of the cultural heritage of Kano and its people. It attracts tourists and residents alike to appreciate it and see it as an expression of the diverse cultural heritage of Nigeria.

This year’s Hawan Daushe, like previous ones, drew spectators from far and near including foreign diplomats and top government officials.

The emir ends every year’s durbar procession with the Hawan Fanisau when he rests at a mini palace in Dorayi.

Residents Jubilant As Kano Emir Returns To Durbar Route Unused By Sanusi

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PDP CRISIS AND THE STRUGGLE FOR NATIONAL LEADERSHIP OF PEOPLES DEMOCRATIC PARTY: NORTHERN GROUP REJECT ATIKU ABUBARKAR ENDORSES NYESOM WIKE AS NATIONAL LEADER OF PARTY

The attention of the AREWA PDP TRANSPARENCY GROUP has been drawn to several media publications about who becomes the National Leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to champion the state of affairs of the Party in the forthcoming National Executive Council Meeting and beyond.

Leadership means care, concern and responsibility. It is not self serving, not periodic and not spontaneous. The PDP as the biggest opposition party in Africa has suffered a lot of Leadership Crises which resulted in its loss of Power at the National Level from 2015 till date. 

These Crises are largely self inflicted due to insensitivity, lack of political vision, lack of care, concern and respect for the Vision of the Founding Fathers of the Party, and for the yearnings and aspirations of the Nigerian Citizenry. Charity, they say, begins at home. A Party whose Leadership cannot take care of it's own and showing good leadership definitely cannot take care of Nigeria and offer good Leadership. 

We wish to particularly bring to the attention of the Leadership of the Party that the Fears by some PDP Leaders about His Excellency, Chief Barr. E. N. Wike's appointment in an APC Government is born out of jealousy, hate, bitterness, bias and their blindness to the political reality that the failure by the PDP to ensure power rotation to the South led to its loss of power at the centre. If such fears are genuine as they claim, why was the PDP still able to win Governorship and other elections in States across the Nation?

We the AREWA PDP TRANSPARENCY GROUP having assessed the performances of these Leaders say "NO" in strong terms to Self Serving Leadership ONLY at times of political interest, Non-inclusivity, Lack of concern, sustenance and responsibility in the management of the affairs of the Peoples Democratic Party and hereby endorse His Excellency, Chief Barr. Ezebuwon Nyesom Wike, CON, GSSRS, POS Africa and Life Bencher as the National Leader of the Peoples Democratic Party.

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LAGOS, NIGERIA. — April 18th, 2024.

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…directs renovation of family house
…promises assistance to the undergraduate sisters

Living to his billing as the epitome of compassion, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, on arrival from an official engagement in Abuja, this afternoon drove straight to the family compound of the late Nollywood make- up artist. Abigail Edith Frederick, in Ikot Udoma, Eket Local Government Area, where he consoled the bereaved family.

Showing deep emotions, Governor Eno, sat with the grieving family members and told them he feels their pain.

“This is deeply unfortunate, a young girl, 24 years old, who, finished her Youth Service just last year, and decided to pursue her passion. 

“This is a reflection of our Arise spirit. It shows that our young people are willing to go out there, not begging, not waiting for handouts, but to pursue their passions. 

“It is sad and unfortunate that her life ended the way it did. 

“Once I was fully briefed, I decided to come here personally with the full complement of Government to console and encourage the family.

“You are not just the Governor when people are celebrating. In times and moments like this, you become the Mourner- in-Chief and give them hope. 

“I trust the Holy Spirit will perfect the hope in their lives.

“Coming here means we care. You know Akwa Ibomites are like Americans. We don’t leave each other behind. Government will be with the family and support them.”

The Governor thereafter gave an automatic employment in the State Civil Service to the surviving elder sister of the deceased, and directed the SSA on Humanitarian Services, Umo Ekpo to renovate the family house and bring it to modern standards. 

The Governor also assured of Government’s assistance to the two sisters of the bereaved who are undergraduates at the University of Uyo, said to be sponsored by the late Nollywood make- up artist.

Jnr Pope Tragedy: Gov Eno Visits Family Of Late Nollywood Make-up Artist

I very much agree with what the man said in the video. The only exception is in a case like Nigeria where our educational institutions are most times very obviously substandard. And the fact that we are not actively involved in any serious research and development. Besides that. Everything he said is on point. There are courses one can study in Nigeria and be on par with someone who studied the same in the US or Canada, for example. 

What do you think?

The Illusion Of Western Educational Superiority

A forensic expert, Dr. Richard Somari, told the court that the DNA blood sample found on Chidimma Ojukwu's red dress matched that of murdered businessman, Usifo Ataga. 

The trial of the University of Lagos Mass Communication student for the murder of the Chief Executive Officer of Super TV, continued on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at the Lagos High Court sitting Tafawa Balewa Square on Lagos Island.

Ojukwu and Quadri, are facing the first to eight counts bordering on conspiracy, murder, and stabbing while her sister, Egbuchu, is facing the ninth count of stealing an iPhone 7 belonging to the late Ataga.

Ojukwu and the two others were arraigned on Oct. 12, 2021, by the Lagos State Government.

Dr Somiari who testified as the eleventh prosecution witness, told the court that the DNA blood sample found on Chidinma’s red dress matched that of the victim, Ataga.

Led in evidence by the Lagos State Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions, Mrs Adenike Oluwafemi, Somiari, a director and consultant for the Lagos State DNA and Forensic Centre, told the court that he had practised in the area of forensics for 15 years and had conducted over 500 forensic tests.

The forensic analyst also told the court that concerning Chidinma’s case, his office received 21 different items on different days from their DNA centre staff members.

According to him, the items were received for evidence and they included a stained red dress, an army green t-shirt, and a DNA sample from Chidinma Ojukwu.

He said that other items received were urine, blood, gastric content, and bile which were retained for a toxicology report. He said that the goal was to create an evidence triangle to link the suspect to the crime scene and the victim.

Somiari said that the DNA on the red dress matched that of the victim, Ataga, but it did not match that of Chidinma and the other suspects, who were initially charged alongside her, Babalola Disu and Oluwatomi Dada.

The witness was cross-examined by the first defendant’s counsel, Mr Onwuka Egwu.

DNA Blood Sample Found On Chidimma Ojukwu's Red Dress Match That Of Usifo Ataga

Good evening, please I have a problem, during my secondary school days I failed my ss1 classes in which I was told to repeat and I left, my mum later registered me for coaching for waec gce which I passed, I used it to get into the university in which I graduated since 2017, but the problem now is that I need my secondary school testimonial to process some important things now but when I went back to my secondary school I was told I can't be issued the testimonial because I didn't finish from the secondary school.
Please guys what should I do now.

Secondary School Testimonial Dilemma

Nigerian politician Yahaya bello who was a former governor of Kogi state has moved from the status of a Former Governor in Nigeria to a wanted man, and a fugitive by Government agencies for corruption charges of over 80 billion Naira. There is currently a man hunt for him after he evaded arrest in his Abuja home on Wednesday the 17th day of April 2024.

Full Details Of How Governor Ododo Assisted Yahaya In Escaping From The EFCC

Those of them around me, I tried warning them since last year that arsenal doesn't have what it takes. Arsenal is always going to be a fluke. I told them arsenal can never carry the league in their own right. They will have to depend on City or Liverpool dropping points before arsenal can go anywhere. Because Arsenal well always mess up at the most critical of times.

I was called names just like those of you with Arsenal fans as friends were. We saw the writing on the wall and tried to warn them. They refused to listen.

The truth is that Arsenal is a club of perpetual failures. They are the w(h)ore of England. Anyone can f(u)ck them at anytime! So why put your hope on this kind of club? Such a massive underperforming club? Coming close no dey kill bird o!

From now till the end of the season, Arsenal fans deserve every mockery that comes their way.

When Will Arsenal Fans Learn?

IGNORE ALL RUMOURS FLYING AROUND...WA IS COMING

We are aware so many rumours are flying around in respect of the forthcoming Primary election as it concerns our Principal. 

It has become imperative that we encourage you to ignore such rumours. They are from the opposition who are afraid of their impending loss on Saturday. 

It would not be in our own interests to begin to give air to the tales by those who do not wish us well. Their plan is to create doubts in our resolve to be the team that would produce the candidate of our party.

Let it be known that WA is the candidate to beat in this contest. We have laboured and worked for our impending victory. All of us have resolved to taste the victory and celebrate it together on Saturday. 

WA is Coming. 

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Programmes Directorate

Ignore All Rumours Flying Around...wa Is Coming

The major and probably only reason why southern guys many successfully date northern ladies is the fact that these girls cant n will never tolerate guys touching and rubbing their bodies during dating. Another whenever reason is fornication or premarital sex; yes, these girls may not be saints but it is true that our Hausa Fulani girls find premarital sex very irreligious and disgusting.
So guys, don't misjudge our northern ladies, whenever u find it difficult getting considered by them, just simply learn and adjust. its also important for u guys to know that northern ladies are very shy decent and abhor indecencies so much.

Why Southern Guys Cant Date Northern Ladies

The naira recorded N81.34 depreciation against the US dollar in a single day at the foreign exchange market.

FMDQ data showed that the naira tumbled to N1,154.08 per dollar on Thursday from N1,072.74 on Wednesday.

This represents a 7.04 per cent loss against the dollar compared to N1,072.74 per dollar traded the previous day.

Similarly, at the parallel market the naira depreciated N1,100 per dollar on Thursday from N1, 040 on Wednesday.

Accordingly, this is the second time the naira is depreciating against the dollar in three days amid fears of depleting foreign exchange reserves.

Meanwhile, the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, in a statement on Wednesday said the country received $600 million inflow into its foreign reserves recently.

Earlier, Nigeria’s FX reserves dropped to $32.29 billion as of April 15.

However, Cardoso said as long as there is liquidity in the country’s FX market, Naira’s gain can be sustained.

Naira Loses N81 To Dollar

DOCUMENTS AND CHARTERS UPON WHICH THE EXIT OF YORUBALAND FROM NIGERIA ARE BASED

(1) The Right to Self Determination.
This Right is enshrined in the appropriate U.N Charter. Nigeria is a signatory to it.

(2) The Rights of INDIGENOUS PEOPLES. Nigeria is similarly a Signatory to this.

(3) The Rights of ETHNIC NATIONALITIES. Again, Nigeria is a Signatory to this.

(4) The Rights of Sovereign Peoples. Nigeria is also a signatory to this.

Yorubaland and the Indigenous Yoruba People have all these Rights, based on the fact that we are an indigenous people, and ethnic nationality and a sovereign people.

Our Declaration of Independence on the 20th of November, 2022, is based upon our Exercise of these Rights.

On the 12th of April, 2024, we chose to PROCLAIM our Sovereignty and thereby started our Government.

Despite this Proclamation, which completely complies with all known international regulations, Nigeria's police, army and other uniformed services, as well as governors in Yorubaland but which were elected under the Nigerian Constitution before the EXIT of Yorubaland, continue to parade themselves in Yorubaland, harassing people and troops of the Democratic Republic of the Yoruba, behaving as though Yorubaland and the Indigenous Yoruba People are still a part of Nigeria.

Somebody should please tell Nigeria to respect the Territorial Integrity of the Democratic Republic of the Yoruba.

Self Determination

Men Are Pushed Into Boiling Water

A Brazilian court has suspended a $3 million fine imposed on soccer star Neymar last year for building a lake at his mansion on the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro without an environmental license.

The ruling — dated Monday and obtained by AFP Wednesday — from Judge Adriana Ramos de Mello cited a report from state environmental authority INEA asserting that the project did not in fact require special environmental permits.
“As the applied fines were in the millions of dollars, continuing to demand (payment)… will inflict substantial, disproportionate and even illegal prejudice” against the Al Hilal SFC player, the judge said.
The town council in Mangaratiba issued four fines for a total of 16 million reais ($3.3 million) for “environmental violations in the construction of an artificial lake at the player’s mansion” in the tourist town about 130 kilometers (80 miles) outside of Rio.
Among “dozens of infractions” detected, the authorities listed “carrying out work subject to environmental control without authorization,” capture and diversion of river water without authorization, and “removal of land and suppression of vegetation without authorization.”

But the judge sided with the INEA’s findings, saying in her ruling that their inspection “confirmed that no (environmental) license is required for such activities, and therefore the alleged infractions “were not present.”

Neymar bought the Mangaratiba mansion in 2016. According to Brazilian media it features a heliport, spa and gym.

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SON Sends Message to Dangote, BUA, Other Manufacturers as Cement Sells for New Price. 

The Director General of the Standard Organization of Nigeria told cement manufacturers to use quality materials for their produce.

This is as the number of building collapses rose, raising concerns for stakeholders in the country.

The development is coming after the price of cement fell, selling between N7500 and N8,000 depending on the product.

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Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso Okeke, the Director General/Chief Executive of the Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON), has instructed building engineers, cement manufacturers, and block makers to uphold standards to reduce the number of building collapse incidents in the country. 

He said this during a one-day sensitisation training for block moulders in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Thursday, April 18. 

The DG, represented by the Director of Southwest Talatu Ethan, noted that building collapses pose a severe risk to Nigeria since they jeopardise the country's construction industry and overall progress. 

According to Engineer Jerome Otene Umoru, Coordinator of SON, Ogun State office, in a Daily Trust report, less than 20 industries in Ogun State have obtained the required certification to manufacture mould blocks. 

This followed the drastic reduction in cement prices across the country by the product makers from the high of N15,000 they sold in the market to an average price of N7,800 per bag.

Legit.ng had reported that the minister of works, David Umahi, has summoned cement manufacturers to a meeting on Monday, February 19, to examine the issues surrounding the alarming increase in cement prices. 

However, investigation has found that cement now sells for N7,500 and N8,000, depending on the brand and the demand for the brand. 

Cement hits new high in 6 days.

Legit.ng reported that in just a week, the price of a 50kg bag of cement has risen to about N9,500 in many parts of Lagos and around the country, primarily caused by the biting effect of inflation. 

Findings show that in many parts of the country, the price of building materials has recently been steadily rising from N6,000 to N6,500 to over N9,000. 

The Guardian reports that the cement price rose to N8,000 in Benue state as many builders were unaware of the sudden price change.

SON Sends Message To Dangote, Other Manufacturers As Cement Sells For New Price

The Islamic Movement in Nigeria better known as Shi'ites have debunked reports of planned reprisal attacks on police operatives over the killing of their members in Kaduna recently.

This was in reaction to a notice of ‘Police wireless message' by the Borno State Police Command.

The intelligence message Referenced CB.0900/BRS/VOL.12/60 released at 11:30 am on 9th April, 2024 was circulated to all police formations across the State, with additional instruction to snap and share among operation bases commanders for quick dissemination.

Reacting, the movement, in a statement on Saturday by Professor I. H. Mshelgaru, a member of the movement, denied the allegations, saying it would never do what would negatively affect the peace of the public.

The statement read in part: "The Islamic movement led by Sheikh Ibraheem El-Zakzaky (H) expressed deep concern on coming across this devious claim and therefore wishes to refute this message as false. 

"We want to categorically inform the general public that there is no plan to avenge the killings of the seven of our innocent brothers killed in Kaduna and Zaria eight days ago, be it on the police or any other organization or individual. This shameful 'intelligence' surprisingly, came from the police headquarters in Maiduguri, almost 800 kilometers away from Kaduna where the last killings occurred.

"It is not willing to avenge, but even if it were to do so, it is illogical, unreasonable and incompatible to avenge a crime committed in Kaduna by people very well known to the movement on innocent police operatives in corners of Borno State.

"It is equally ridiculous for the Nigeria police to claim that the movement has an armed wing, when the whole world had witnessed the killing of thousands of brothers and sisters including the Zaria 2014 and 2015 massacres by the security without incurring even a single injury or casualty."

Reports Of Planned Avengeance Of Our Members Killed In Kaduna False

Trump hailed as "destroyer of America" on Russian state TV

Russian state media called out former President Donald Trump on Wednesday, saying that he is looked at as "the destroyer of America" amid discussions of the 2024 presidential election.

Soloyov responds, "And it will be destroyed. Who needs it? Who needs Ukraine where they don't respect Russians?"

Andrey Sidorov, deputy dean of world politics at Moscow State University, then responds, "Trump is coming. Think of him as you will, I always saw him and still see him as a destroyer of America."

Soloyov then pivoted to discussing elections in the U.S., saying the 2020 election was stolen from Trump, and if Democrats manage to "pin him down," the 2024 election would end in a victory for President Joe Biden.

During the broadcast clip, the Russian pundits also discussed how former Vice President Mike Pence has been ordered to testify before a grand jury investigating Donald Trump's alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Soloyov said Pence does not have big political ambitions "so he may turn Trump in."

"It's a popular thing to do in the United States," Soloyov continued. "If Trump leaves, there may be someone like [Florida Governor Ron] DeSantis or someone else, it's basically irrelevant."

Trump Hailed As Destroyer Of America On Russia State Tv

The Principal Special Assistant to the Governor on Solid Minerals, Mining, and Forestry, Honorable Uta Stephen Aondona , is committed to ensuring the proper regulation of the mining sector in Benue State. His actions demonstrate a departure from past practices, with a firm insistence on following established protocols.

One of his significant moves includes ensuring Dangote Cement Factory in Benue State complies with executive orders, setting a precedent for adherence to regulations. Additionally, he has already impounded 15 trucks at Adikpo for illegally transporting iron ore, with more enforcement actions anticipated.

Honorable Uta's dedication to ensuring compliance within the mining sector underscores his credibility, transparency, and capacity. His proactive approach signals a departure from lax enforcement practices.

He aims to rectify issues within Benue's mining sector and uphold the temporary ban on illegal mining imposed by His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Alia, the Executive Governor of Benue State. Honorable Uta's relentless pursuit of illegal miners demonstrates his commitment to enforcing regulations and preserving the state's resources.

Joseph Kputu,
Media Assistant to the PSA on Solid Minerals, Forestry and Mining.
17th April, 2024.

Benue Mining Sector Under Uta's Watchful Eyes

I want to use this thread as a sort of journal to document my crypto trading efforts. Hopefully I can share my gains, losses and lessons for others to learn from.

At the end of each trading day, I will be posting my profit or loss, and maybe document whatever I learned from that trading day.

Capital: $30

Trading Experience: Beginner

Strategy: Trend trading

Platform used: Binance Margin

Risk: Moderate

The Plan
My plan is to compound the gains, that is, rollover whatever profit I make on the $30 and continue trading with it. At every month end, If I make a reasonable profit, I would pay myself some salary 

PS: I could potentially end up losing my capital and going to $0 but I'm fine with that because this $30 is considered an investment in my financial trading education.

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The red card received by Ronald Araujo during Barcelona’s Champions League exit against PSG has cast uncertainty over his future with the club. Araujo, a vital component of Barcelona’s defense in recent seasons, left a noticeable void in the team’s lineup after being sent off for a rash challenge in the first half against PSG.

His dismissal has sparked discussions regarding his tenure at Barcelona in the long run. Despite being contracted until 2026, Araujo’s future at the club is now uncertain. Although negotiations for a new contract were underway, the club’s financial struggles may compel them to consider selling him during the upcoming transfer window.

Barcelona’s urgent need for funds, requiring them to generate €100 million before June to meet financial objectives, has intensified speculation surrounding Araujo’s potential departure. This situation has also put him on Bayern Munich’s radar, as the German club is renowned for scouting and acquiring promising young talents.

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