Written by China’s consumer prices continued to fall last month, with official data highlighting the battle leaders face in trying to kickstart domestic spending in the world’s number two economy while fighting a trade war with the United States. Beijing has spent recent years grappling with a range of issues that have weighed on growth and … Continue reading “China Consumer Spending Falls As Pressure On Economy Builds”
By Bayo Wahab The National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Debo Ologunagba, has downplayed the defection of Governor Peter Mbah to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), arguing that the PDP’s strength lies with the people, not governors. Ologunagba, however, acknowledged that the opposition party is battling with challenges, some of which … Continue reading “Mbah’s Defection: ‘We have challenges but PDP is not in coma’ — Ologunagba”
LeBron James has revealed that he would rather di than be single and without his wife, Savannah. The NBA legend, 40, has been married to Savannah James for more than a decade and they share three children including James’ Lakers teammate, Bronny. They have been together for more than two decades, having met back in high school in 2002. This week, … Continue reading ““If I have to fight, crawl, bite, to keep mine, I got to keep it” NBA legend Lebron James opens up about not wanting to be alone and fighting for his marriage (video)”
By Kingsley Omonobi The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Police Command said, yesterday that its operatives foiled a kidnapping and armed attack in Abuja, recovering an AK-47 rifle and ammunition during a coordinated operation at Byazhin Forest. Spokesman, Josephine Adeh said the operation was part of sustained efforts to ensure the safety and security of residents … Continue reading “Police foil kidnapping attempt at Kubwa forest”
A homeless woman who was granted release from jail begged to be allowed to remain in jail. In a Florida courtroom on Tuesday, October 14, the homeless woman made a routine initial appearance for possession of drug paraphernalia, a minor charge that could have ended quickly with a plea deal. However, the defendant, a homeless woman in her forties, … Continue reading “Homeless woman begs judge to let her stay in jail after she was released (video)”
By Ime-Udoma Richmond New Hampshire Capital has announced a N2 billion investment commitment in the Akwa Ibom State electricity market, focusing on the expansion of metering infrastructure and the development of electricity cooperatives to enhance access, reliability, and sustainability of power across the State. The announcement followed the company’s participation at the Akwa Ibom State Electricity … Continue reading “New Hampshire Capital invests N2bn to expand metering in Akwa Ibom”
By Innocent Anaba The Supreme Court has struck out an appeal by Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, effectively bringing to an end its attempt to overturn the acquittal of Dismass Adoon, a former aide to ex-Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Patrick Akpolobokemi. The panel of the apex court was … Continue reading “S’Court strikes out EFCC appeal seeking to upturn NIMASA aide’s acquittal”
Dashawn Walker is a high school graduate and gun violence survivor. Though he has mostly recovered physically, the 18-year-old remains anguished following his ordeal, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer. On February 21, 2023, the then-17-year-old was walking home from school in North Philadelphia when a man exited his vehicle and shot him 10 times. The … Continue reading “Philadelphia Teen Barred From Attending Graduation After Being Shot 10 Times”
Morehouse College has appointed Dr. Derrick Brooms as the new executive director of its Black Men’s Research Institute (BMRI) beginning August , 2023. An award-winning scholar, activist, educator, speaker, and writer, Brooms brings over two decades of higher education experience, where his education research primarily centers on Black men and boys’ pathways to and through … Continue reading “Morehouse College Taps The University Of Tennessee’s Derrick Brooms To Lead Its Black Men’s Research Institute As Executive Director”
In an act that potentially suppresses protesters, a federal appeals court in Louisiana determined that officers can sue protest organizers for liability if injuries occur from another person during their demonstrations. This news comes after an officer filed an anonymous suit to the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on the grounds of negligence against … Continue reading “BLM Protestors Subject To Liability Suits After Court Ruling”