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World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has confirmed her intention to seek another four-year term, aiming to complete the “unfinished business” from her first mandate. In her current tenure, Okonjo-Iweala has prioritized key initiatives such as ending harmful fisheries subsidies, advancing global agriculture negotiations, reforming the WTO’s dispute resolution system, and promoting decarbonized trade. With her current term set to expire on August 31, 2025, she hopes to secure consensus from WTO members for a second term without opposition. Officially, she has until November to formalize her candidacy. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu arrived in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, on Monday to offer his condolences to the people affected by the recent floods that ravaged the city. The president, who had just returned to Nigeria after official trips to the UAE, China, and the UK, landed at the Air Force Base in Borno at 3:20 p.m. Earlier, Vice President Kashim Shettima had been sent to assess the flood situation and deliver the federal government’s announcement of a ₦30 billion relief fund to aid the victims. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

Ibrahim Mohammed, a 26-year-old from Jada Local Government Area in Adamawa State, has been declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for allegedly stealing a vehicle belonging to the commission. In a statement released by EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale on Friday, the commission called for the public’s assistance in locating Mohammed, urging anyone with relevant information to contact the EFCC or the nearest police station. The statement emphasized that Mohammed is wanted in connection with both the theft and the illegal possession of the EFCC vehicle. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp Community or Google News online channel.

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed the return of midfielders Jude Bellingham and Aurelien Tchouameni from injury as the team begins their defense of the Champions League title. The 15-time champions will face German club Stuttgart on Tuesday at the Santiago Bernabeu. While Bellingham and Tchouameni have recovered, defender Eder Militao, who missed training on Monday, is also expected to be available for the match. However, Brahim Diaz will miss out due to injury. Ancelotti expressed confidence in his team, emphasizing their eagerness to compete for the title again this season, stating, “The Champions League is special for Real…

Fecafoot President Samuel Eto’o is reportedly gearing up for a run at the CAF presidency in the elections scheduled for March 25, 2025. Although no formal declaration has been made, speculation is growing around his candidacy. Eto’o is believed to be consulting with former CAF President Ahmad Ahmad to gain insights ahead of his potential campaign. Additionally, he is reportedly grooming his advisor, Mongue Nyamsi, to take over his position at Fecafoot, potentially sidelining first vice president Celine Eko. Meanwhile, current CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe, who was elected unopposed in 2021, is being encouraged to seek re-election, adding more…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has reiterated its claim that petrol from Dangote Refinery is sold to them at ₦898 per litre. This statement was reaffirmed by NNPCL spokesperson, Olufemi Soneye, on Sunday. The clarification follows a dispute with the Dangote Group, which had earlier denied the claim, stating that the refinery sold petrol to NNPCL at a different price. Despite the Dangote Group’s rebuttal, Soneye maintained NNPCL’s position, asserting, “We stand by our earlier claim that Dangote Refinery Petrol is sold to us at ₦898 per liter. We have documents to back this point.” The disagreement emerged…

The University of Glasgow in the UK is offering Glasgow Undergraduate Excellence Scholarships for international students interested in undergraduate studies for 2024. Below is a summary of the scholarship: Apply|| Sales Executive at Ak Swift Logistics Scholarship Summary: Host Country: United Kingdom Category: Undergraduate Scholarships Eligible Countries: All Countries Scholarship Reward: £28,000 (£7,000 per year) Deadline: Not specified Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must: For qualifications already achieved, students with the required A Level/IB (or equivalent) grades are guaranteed a scholarship. For predicted grades, students must meet the outlined requirements, or the scholarship may be withdrawn. Scholarship Duration and Reward: The scholarship…

Nigeria’s headline inflation rate decreased to 32.15% in August 2024, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), marking a second consecutive monthly slowdown. This is a slight drop from the 33.4% recorded in July 2024. The NBS Consumer Price Index report highlighted a slower rise in the average price level, with month-on-month inflation at 2.22%, down from 2.28% in July. However, year-on-year, inflation was 6.35% higher than the 25.8% recorded in August 2023. Food inflation for August 2024 stood at 37.52%, adding pressure to consumers already facing high prices despite a slowdown in overall inflation growth. Get instant and…

Former US President Donald Trump has openly expressed his disdain for pop star Taylor Swift following her endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris. After Tuesday night’s presidential debate, Swift’s endorsement sparked a significant rise in voter registration, but a recent poll suggests her influence had minimal impact on voter preference. The poll, conducted between September 11 and 13, 2024, surveyed 3,276 adults. It found that 81% of respondents were not influenced by Swift’s endorsement. Among women under 30, 8% said they were more likely to support Harris, 13% were less likely, and 78% said it made no difference. In response…

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed Donald’s Fast Food, a restaurant owned by Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chiefpriest, due to persistent noise pollution and environmental violations. Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced the closure on Sunday via his X social media handle. According to Wahab, the fast food outlet, located on Adebayo Doherty Street, Lekki 1, was sealed after repeatedly failing to comply with environmental regulations despite receiving several warnings and abatement notices. Wahab stated, “After several warnings and abatement notices, LASEPA sealed Donald’s Fast Food on Adebayo Doherty…