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President George W. Bush (center) welcomes president-elect Barack Obama (second left) at the White House in January 2009, with George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter (left to right). (AP)

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Miss Universe 2024: Chidimma Adetshina Ranks Second in World Pre-arrival Hot Picks

(Tori.ng) Nigerian beauty queen, Chidimma Adetshina has placed 2nd in the world’s Miss Universe pre-arrival hot picks.

This was made public in a viral pre-arrival poll on Tuesday.

The 23-year-old was ranked ahead of the 73rd edition of the global Miss Universe pageant on November 16, 2024.

Recall that Chidimma arrived in Mexico in October 2024, to compete for the crown.

The news of Adetshina’s position has thrilled Nigerians, who believe she has a strong chance to win.

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System collapse: Again, EEDC apologizes to consumers

 

(Vanguard)The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company, EEDC has informed its numerous customers that due to a system collapse that occurred in the afternoon on Tuesday, they will not be having power supply as usual.

The head of communications, EEDC, Mr  Emeka Ezeh said as a result of the break in transmission from the National Grid, their customers will now experience loss of power.

“The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC (EEDC) wishes to inform her esteemed customers of a general system collapse that occurred at 13:52 hours today, 5th November 2024.

“This has resulted in the loss of supply currently being experienced across the EEDC network.

“Consequently, due to this development, all our interface TCN stations are out of supply, and we are unable to provide services to our customers in Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, and Imo States.

“We are on standby awaiting detailed information about the collapse and restoration of supply from the National Control Centre (NCC), Osogbo,” Eze disclosed.

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Man bets $1 million on Donald Trump to defeat Kamala Harris in the US presidential election

(Gistreel)A man has gone viral on social media after placing a $1 million bet that Donald Trump will become the next president of the United States in the 2024 US presidential election, defeating Kamala Harris.

He shared a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, where he posted a screenshot of his wager predicting Trump’s victory.

In his caption, he wrote: “Trump 2024. I put a million on the boss. I know he’s gonna secure it for America. The only presidential candidate that’s fit for this country. 🇺🇸.”

The post drew immediate attention, with numerous users flooding the comment section to share their thoughts and reactions.

See some reactions below: 

@KingDeplorables: “Make the payment to Samaritan’s Purse for Hurricane Helene disaster relief. Just let me know if I was a winner—that’s payment enough for me.”

@Faded38140792: “You could pick 10 people in Western North Carolina, who lost everything or buy lots of warm clothes for those who have nothing in the Carolinas and Tennessee Georgia. just a thought.”

@Dara1Marchica: “Thank you for supporting President Trump and inspiring the younger generation!!”

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Finally, Bobrisky leaves Nigeria, reveals reason

(Vanguard) Controversial cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, has clarified the reasons behind his recent departure from Nigeria following two failed attempts.

Recall that the embattled cross-dresser was halted and taken off an Amsterdam-bound KLM flight at Murtala Muhammed International Airport while trying to travel to London on Thursday night.

Revealing the reason for his departure, the crossdresser expressed his dissatisfaction with the travel disruptions he faced, blaming local security agencies for the frustrations.

“Yes, I’m here to confirm I’m out of Nigeria temporarily. I need to attend to my sanity and my health,” he stated in an Instagram post on Monday.

He also urged KLM, the airline involved, to refund him for two unused tickets, which he claimed cost N9.8 million each.

“Few Nigerian security agencies try everything to frustrate me, but naaa, I gat God,” he added.

“Imagine buying a business class ticket three times; only one was successful. KLM, I hope you guys refund me the two I didn’t use. I know it’s not your fault, but it’s fine.

“Each business class cost me 9.800,000. I only successfully flew yesterday, 3/11/2024.”

In his post, Bobrisky also responded to potential critics, saying: “Before you come to my page to type nonsense, check your account balance if you can afford three business seats, not to talk of buying it three times. Well, I’m not in Nigeria, so your comment means nothing.”

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EFCC arrests ex-Delta governor, Okowa over alleged fraud

 

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(Punchng.com) Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Monday arrested former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, over the alleged diversion of N1.3 trillion.

The N1.3 trillion reportedly represents the 13% derivation fund from the federation account between 2015 and 2023.

According to sources within the commission, Okowa was at the EFCC office in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, where he was subsequently detained by officials.

One of the sources stated, “Okowa was at our Port Harcourt office following an invitation from investigators probing the allegations against him. He was then arrested. The commission is investigating him regarding the N1.3 trillion 13% derivation fund from the federation account between 2015 and 2023.

“He is also accused of failing to account for the funds, as well as another N40 billion he allegedly claimed was used to acquire shares in UTM Floating Liquefied Natural Gas. He reportedly bought shares worth N40 billion in one of the country’s major banks, representing an 8% equity stake, to support the offshore LNG project. The funds are alleged to have been misappropriated for other purposes.

“Investigators are also examining the alleged diversion of funds by the former governor to acquire estates in Abuja and Asaba, Delta State. He is currently being held at the EFCC facility in Port Harcourt.”

When contacted, EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the arrest but declined further comment on the matter.

“He is with us,” Oyewale simply said.

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NAFDAC seals off Abuja warehouse stocked with expired food products

 

(Premium Times) The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) operatives have sealed off a warehouse in Abuja that was said to be stocked with large quantities of expired and unregistered food products.

NAFDAC disclosed this via its X handle.

The regulator said its team raided the facility after uncovering it in Wuse Zone 4, Abuja.

The statement said the NAFDAC team busted the facility as the operators were “reportedly preparing to revalidate and resell expired items into the market.”

The operation also extended to an unnamed supermarket in Wuse 2, a highbrow area of Abuja, “where revalidated items from the warehouse were allegedly being sold to unsuspecting consumers,” the statement added.

NAFDAC said among the expired items confiscated were Cornitos Crusties Nacho, Chaunky Mango, Mother’s Recipe, Nacho Crisp, Paneer Makhani, Palak Paneer and Dal Tadka, with the haul valued at approximately 87.5 million naira.

“Both locations were promptly closed for further investigation,” the statement said.

In recent months, NAFDAC has intensified its efforts to combat counterfeit and substandard products in Nigeria.

In May, NAFDAC sealed off an illegal alcohol manufacturing factory operating in Badagry, Lagos State, and vowed to prosecute the owner.

In July, the agency confiscated substandard, falsified and banned agrochemicals in Sokoto’s major markets.

These and many more operations have been carried out as NAFDAC works to tackle the growing issue of counterfeit and substandard products in Nigeria.

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