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Nigeria: National Grid collapses second time in 24 hours

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  The national electricity grid collapsed again on Tuesday, plunging millions of people into darkness. The latest incident comes barely 24 hours after electricity distribution companies across the country announced the grid collapsed around 6:48p.m, resulting in the loss of power supply across their networks . “Dear valued customer, kindly be informed that there was a system collapse at 09:17hrs which has resulted to a loss of power supply across our network,” Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) which serves some parts of Lagos State said on its X handle. “We are currently working with our partners as we hope for a speedy restoration of the grid. We will keep you updated as soon as power is restored. Kindly bear with us.” Similarly, the Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company confirmed the fresh collapse and promised the restoration of normalcy as soon as possible. “Dear Esteemed Customers, We sincerely apologise for the power outage in our franchise states since yesterday eve
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AFCON 2025 Qualifier - CAF Pressuring Super Eagles to Play Against Libya, Says Sports Minister

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Senator John Enoh, Nigeria’s Minister of Sports Development, has stated that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) is “insisting” that Nigeria’s Super Eagles face Libya in their upcoming match on Tuesday. This comes after the Super Eagles were reportedly held for over 15 hours at Al Abraq Airport upon their arrival in Libya, leading the players to threaten a boycott of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. In a post on X, Enoh shared that he had spoken with CAF President Patrice Motsepe and Secretary-General Mosengo Omba, expressing Nigeria’s primary concern for the team’s safety and safe return. He tweeted, “While the CAF President’s focus is on ensuring Nigeria participates in tomorrow’s match, I have stressed that our government’s priority is the safety of our team.” Enoh also called for consequences against the Libyan Football Federation for their actions, adding that CAF’s insistence on the match proceeding under the circumstances is unacceptable.
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Employ more Judges to hasten justice dispensation in Oyo - Archbishop Akinfenwa tells Makinde

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BY OLUSEYE AROWOLO, NIGERIA. There is need for Oyo State government to employ more judges into the Judiciary to hasten justice dispensation in the state. The Archbishop of Ibadan Province and Bishop of Ibadan Diocese, Anglican Communion, Nigeria, the Most Revd. Joseph Akinfenwa stated this in his sermon at the 2024/2025 New Legal Year and thanksgiving at the St. James's Cathedral, Oke Bola, Ibadan, Oyo State on Monday. Governor Seyi Makinde was represented by the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Debo Ogundoyin. Addressing the array of dignitaries including the Judges led by the Chief Judge of the state, Justice Iyabo Yerima;, the state Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Abiodun Aikomo; Senior Advocates of Nigeria, Magistrates, judicial workers, Chairmen of the Ibadan, Oyo, Ogbomoso, Saki branches of the Nigerian Bar Association (Ibrahim Lawal, Olajide Olanipekun, Mrs. O. Olatubosun, and Adediji Oke respectively. among others, Rev'd. Akinfenwa explained that
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Return petrol price to what it was in June 2023, TUC tells FG

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The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has demanded the return of petrol prices to what they were as of June 2023. “We want the price of the product to go below what it was before; not just reverse to what it was before but to go below,” said TUC President, Festus Osifo, at a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday. He asked the government to specially intervene in the sector by giving foreign exchange to Dangote Refinery at $1/N1,000 and not at the current $over 1/N1,600 exchange rate to crash petrol prices “The solution we are proposing if implemented will take us to the price we had as of June last year,” Osifo stated, stressing that “there is no government in the world that doesn’t intervene in its critical sector” and that the Federal Government “shouldn’t leave it (the oil sector) to the vagaries and gyration of our naira”. Since May 2023, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has increased the pump prices of petrol from ₦184 in Lagos to ₦998. The price per litre of petrol
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FBI Prevents Election Day Attack Planned by ISIS-Linked Afghan Man

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  The FBI has successfully thwarted a planned Election Day attack in the United States, allegedly orchestrated by an Afghan man with links to ISIS. The suspect, who reportedly intended to target polling stations, had been under surveillance by U.S. intelligence agencies. The FBI’s operation highlights ongoing concerns about foreign terrorist threats as the country prepares for upcoming elections. Authorities believe the suspect was motivated by extremist ideologies and had been in contact with ISIS affiliates. The FBI is working with other agencies to investigate further and ensure no additional threats are linked to this case.
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Mexican Mayor Murdered Days After Taking Office

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Alejandro Arcos, the recently elected mayor of Chilpancingo, was found murdered on Sunday, just six days after he took office, amid a surge of violence linked to drug cartel activity in the region. The tragedy follows the recent killing of Francisco Tapia, the city’s new secretary, who was also shot and killed shortly after Arcos began his term. Guerrero’s state governor, Evelyn Salgado, expressed sorrow, stating that the violence “fills us with indignation,” as the community now mourns the loss of two officials in under a week. While authorities have not yet provided information on suspects or motives, Guerrero, known for its coastal location and drug cartel influence, has long been plagued by violent power struggles between rival gangs, such as the Ardillos and Tlacos. Chilpancingo, home to around 280,000 residents, has often been at the heart of these turf wars. Before his death, Arcos had been focused on aiding disaster relief following last month’s Hurricane John. His social media
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'Chelsea can't compete with Man City or Arsenal'

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  Enzo Maresca says he is "convinced" Chelsea cannot compete for "big things" with Manchester City and Arsenal this season. The Italian manager has had an good start at Stamford Bridge, winning seven of his 10 matches, overseeing a run of 27 goals and seeing Chelsea rise into fourth place, just two points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool. Meanwhil e , Maresca has urged caution about his team's ability to win major trophies during his first season. “I really don’t think we can compete with City or Arsenal," Maresca said after beating Gent 4-2 in the Europa Conference League. "I really don’t think that because we are not ready. The reason is that City has worked with the same manager for nine years and Arsenal for five years. If you want to compete for big things you need that time. “After Arsenal beat PSG they asked Luis Enrique and he said the same thing that Arsenal have had the same manager for five years and them only a year and a half."
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