The European Commission president Ursula Von der Leyen announced that the Union says they’re ready to negotiate with the United States and have offered zero for zero tariffs. “Europe is always ready for a good deal. So we keep it on the table,” she said. Von der Leyen added the EU “offered zero for zero tariffs for industrial goods, because Europe is always ready for good deal.”
President Tinubu, Obi, Business Leaders Mourn Visionary Leader Pascal Dozie Who Dies At 85
Dr. Pascal Gabriel Chukwudozie, a renowned Nigerian banker and entrepreneur, passed away on April 8, at the age of 85, a day to his birthday. The tycoon who hailed from Owerri in Imo state died a day to his birthday after a brief illness. Pascal was the founder of Diamond Bank, previously held the position of President of the Nigerian Stock Exchange and served as Chairman of MTN, served as a former director at the Central Bank of Nigeria, Chairman of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group. His death led to widespread mourning, with tributes from President Tinubu, business leaders, and...
Chief Justice Roberts Pauses Deadline For Return Of Maryland Man Mistakenly Deported To El Salvador
Chief Justice John Roberts agreed Monday to pause a midnight deadline for the Trump administration to return a Maryland man mistakenly deported to a notorious prison in El Salvador. The temporary order comes hours after a Justice Department emergency appeal to the Supreme Court arguing U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis overstepped her authority when she ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia returned to the United States. The administration has conceded that Abrego Garcia should not have been sent to El Salvador because an immigration judge found he likely would face persecution by local gangs. But he is no longer in U.S. custody and the...
Nigerian Afrobeat Musician Burna Boy Admonishes Artists To Aim Higher Than The Streaming Platform
“your song being number 1 on any streaming platform in Nigeria is not something to celebrate. aim higher or do other businesses on the side.” — Burna Boy advised via his IG story.
U.S. Health Secretary To Tell Centers For Disease Control And Prevention To Stop Recommending Fluoridation
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Monday said he plans to tell the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to stop recommending fluoridation in communities nationwide. Kennedy said he’s assembling a task force of health experts to study the issue and make new recommendations. Also on Monday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced it is reviewing “new scientific information” on potential health risks of fluoride in drinking water. The EPA sets the maximum level allowed in public water systems. Kennedy told The Associated Press of his plans after a news conference with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin in Salt Lake City. Kennedy cannot order communities to stop...
Ukraine Mourn As It Hold Funerals For 20 People Including Children Killed By Russian Missile
The hometown of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday held funerals for some of the 20 people, including nine children, killed by a Russian missile that tore through apartment buildings and blasted a playground. According to report, more than 70 were wounded in the attack last Friday evening on Kryvyi Rih. The children were playing on swings and in a sandbox in a tree-lined park at the time. Bodies were strewn across the grass. “We are not asking for pity,” Oleksandr Vilkul, the head of the city administration, wrote on Telegram as Kryvyi Rih mourned. “We demand the world’s outrage.” The U.N. Human Rights...
Juventus Set to Sign Pierre Kalulu on a Permanent Transfer
Juventus are set to sign Pierre Kalulu from AC Milan in a permanent deal worth €14 million plus €3 million in add-ons. Kalulu initially joined Juventus from Milan on loan during the summer for £3.3 million. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the development on his official X handle. His statement read: “Juventus are planning to sign Pierre Kalulu on a permanent deal from AC Milan in the summer. The club remains convinced to trigger the €14m plus €3m add-ons buy option clause.” The 24-year-old has made 34 appearances for the Old Lady this season, showcasing his versatility by playing both...
