Four Arrested in Kaduna for Vandalising TCN’s Towers
Four individuals were apprehended by the Kaduna State Police for vandalizing transmission towers belonging to the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN). The suspects were caught in the act with tools like shovels and diggers. TCN expressed gratitude to the police for their swift action and pledged to cooperate further in safeguarding their infrastructure nationwide. The arrested individuals are set to face prosecution.
Osimhen Back on Man United Radar
Manchester United is once again pursuing Victor Osimhen, with Napoli willing to release him for £110 million. Osimhen has been a target since last summer when United needed a new striker following Cristiano Ronaldo's departure. With limited options up front, United sees Osimhen as an ideal addition. Napoli's president, Aurelio De Laurentiis, has indicated the release clause in Osimhen's contract, but negotiations could lead to a lower fee.
Your allowance will soon go up – NYSC DG assures corps members
The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brig Gen Yushau Ahmed, assured corps members that their monthly allowances will increase once ongoing minimum wage negotiations conclude. Speaking at the Ogun State NYSC Orientation Camp, he emphasized the special status of corps members to the government. Ahmed also cautioned against posting camp activities on social media, citing it as a rule violation that led to the expulsion of three members from another camp.
Uruguay beat Brazil on penalties to reach Copa America semi-finals
Uruguay defeated Brazil 4-2 on penalties after a goalless draw in the Copa America quarter-final. Despite Uruguay playing with ten men after Nahitan Nandez's red card, they advanced to face Colombia in the semi-finals. Brazil, struggling to find form throughout the tournament, missed several opportunities and failed to capitalize on their chances against a resilient Uruguay defense. Uruguay's victory was sealed by Manuel Ugarte's decisive penalty kick, sending them to the next round and ending Brazil's campaign prematurely.