Governor Alex Otti: “Yesterday, I signed into law the 2026 Appropriation Bill of ₦1.016 trillion, a budget we have aptly titled the “Budget of Acceleration and New Possibilities.” “The budget reflects our unwavering commitment to building a prosperous Abia, a state where opportunities abound and infrastructure works for the people. It is a bold, forward-looking financial plan that prioritises capital investments in healthcare, education, infrastructure, and economic empowerment. “I want to sincerely thank the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Emeruwa, and the entire Abia State House of Assembly for their diligence and speed in passing this bill. Your attention to detail,...
Video Highlight Of Cristiano Ronaldo Bizarre Back Goal In A Match Against Al Ettifaq On Tuesday
In Al Nassr’s 2-2 draw with Al Ettifaq on Tuesday, Ronaldo’s 40-year-old frame unwittingly turned Félix’s penalty-area attempt into the 67th-minute go-ahead goal, his 13th in the Saudi Pro League this season. Al Ettifaq equalized through Georginio Wijnaldum’s brace, ending Al Nassr’s 10-game winning streak but keeping them unbeaten and three points clear at the top.
Thieves Drill Into A German Bank Vault And Steal Tens Of Millions Of Euros Worth Of Property
Thieves stole tens of millions of euros worth of property from safety deposit boxes inside a German bank vault that they drilled into Monday during the holiday lull, police said. Some 2,700 bank customers were affected by the theft in Gelsenkirchen, police and the Sparkasse bank said. Thomas Nowaczyk, a police spokesperson, said investigators believe the theft was worth between 10 million and 90 million euros ($11.7 to 105.7 million). German news agency dpa reported that the theft could be one of Germany’s largest heists. The bank remained closed Tuesday, when some 200 people showed up demanding to get inside, dpa reported. A fire alarm summoned police...
Patriots Star Receiver Stefon Diggs Faces Strangulation Charge, Denies Allegations
New England Patriots star wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing strangulation and other criminal charges in connection with a dispute with his former private chef, police said. News of the charges emerged after a court hearing Tuesday in Dedham, Massachusetts. Diggs is charged with felony strangulation or suffocation and misdemeanor assault and battery. Diggs’ lawyer, David Meier, said in an emailed statement that Diggs “categorically denies these allegations.” Meier said the allegations never occurred, describing them as unsubstantiated and uncorroborated. A court arraignment is scheduled for Jan. 23. “The timing and motivation for making the allegations is crystal clear: they are the...
Junta Leader Is Declared The Winner Of Guinea’s Presidential Election
Junta leader Gen. Mamdi Doumbouya was declared the winner of Guinea’s presidential election held over the weekend, according to incomplete results released late on Tuesday, the country’s first election since a 2021 coup. Doumbouya won 86.72% of the votes counted so far, according to the General Directorate of Elections. Ahead of the vote on Sunday, analysts had predicted that a weakened opposition would result in Doumbouya’s win. The election was widely as a means to legitimize Doumbouya’s stay in power. It was also the culmination of a transition process that began four years ago after Doumbouya ousted President Alpha Condé....
France Grants Citizenship To George And Amal Clooney And Their Twins Ella And Alexander
France’s government says that George Clooney, his wife Amal and their twins Ella and Alexander have been awarded French citizenship. The naturalizations of the Kentucky-born star of the “Ocean’s” series of heist movies and his family were announced last weekend in the Journal Officiel, where French government decrees are published. The government notice indicated that human rights lawyer Amal Clooney was naturalized under her maiden name, Amal Alamuddin. It also noted that George Clooney’s middle name is Timothy. The couple purchased an estate in France in 2021. In an interview with Esquire in October, Clooney described their “farm in France”...
41 Young Men Die In South Africa From Circumcision Procedures During Initiation Ceremonies
At least 41 young men have died as a result of circumcision procedures as part of traditional initiation activities in South Africa in November and December, authorities said Tuesday. Traditional initiation is a rite of passage into manhood for young men that is practiced annually by various ethic groups in Africa, including parts of South Africa. Among them are the Xhosa, Ndebele, Sotho and Venda communities. Traditionally, young men are isolated at initiation schools where they are taught cultural values and responsibilities as they become adults. The circumcision part of the initiation results every year in the deaths of some...
“We Are On The Right Path And We Know What We Need To Do In 2026!”—Cristiano Ronaldo Stated After Al Nassr Draws 2-2 With Al Ettifaq In Saudi Pro League Match On Tuesday
Al Nassr drew 2-2 with Al Ettifaq in Saudi Pro League Matchday 11 on Tuesday in a game full of drama and late twists. Cristiano Ronaldo scored the team’s second goal in an unusual fashion. However, Al Ettifaq proved to be a formidable opponent. They played a strong first half, neutralizing Al Nassr’s strengths and making the most of one of their few chances, with Georginio Wijnaldum scoring in the 16th minute. The situation looked challenging for Ronaldo and his teammates, but everything changed early in the second half when Joao Felix scored the equalizer with a precise right-footed strike, giving his team a boost and...
Governor Sule signs N545bn consolidation budget, vows to secure previous gains
Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has signed the 2026 appropriation bill of N545.2 billion into law, tagged “Budget of Strategic Consolidation” focused on building on previous achievements. Governor Sule signed the document at a ceremony at the Government House on Monday. The governor stressed that the primary goal of assenting to the new fiscal appropriation bill is to build upon existing achievements. “Let me assure you that we will continue to adhere strictly to the provisions of the budget and ensure its full implementation in line with our threshold in order to consolidate our development strides,” he stated. According...
