Metro Archives - Page 105 of 211

Jan

19

2024

Super Eagles Secure Crucial Victory Against Hosts in AFCON 2023

NewsMetro, Nigeria, Sports

Nigeria's Super Eagles defeated host team Côte d'Ivoire 1-0 in a thrilling match at the Alassane Ouattara Olympic Stadium in the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The pivotal moment occurred in the second half when Victor Osimhen was fouled in the 18-yard area, leading to a penalty awarded following VAR consultation that was converted by William Troost-Ekong. The breakthrough didn't occur until later in the game, despite early possibilities, most notably a face-to-face confrontation between Osimhen and the custodian following a ball from Ademola Lookman. Côte d'Ivoire also had opportunities, most notably in the first half when Christian…

Jan

16

2024

By OHAFIATV

On the 54th anniversary of the Biafra War, Ohaneze urges President Tinubu to end the war against Ndi Igbo.

Lifestyle, Metro, News, OpinionBiafra, Freedom, Metro, Ohanaeze Ndigbo

Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the foremost socio-cultural organization advocating for the interests of the Igbo people, calls upon President Tinubu and the APC-led Federal government to officially end the war against the IGBO on the 54th Anniversary of the Biafra War which ended on 15th January 1970. It is time for the implementation of the 3Rs (Reconstruction, Reconciliation, and Rehabilitation) and the opening up of the Eastern corridor for economic development and the liberation of the old Eastern region. Ndigbo has endured persecution and economic strangulation due to the historical neglect of the old Eastern region by past Federal governments. While other…

Jan

16

2024

By OHAFIATV

ECK Foundation to work with Kpang Sanwi Chiefdom to support vulnerable women and widows.

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Metro2027, charity, Emeka Kalu, Metro, Politics

The ECK Foundation is about to enter into a new partnership of hope with Kpang Sanwi Chiefdom in furtherance of Chief Dr. Emeka Kalu's resolves during the foundation's establishment. The foundation's goal is to impact as many lives as possible through charity, sponsorship scholarships, and empowerment. Remember that the foundation organised a heated football tournament where talents were discovered to be sponsored, and that it participated in several social activities to better the lives of people at the last Yuletide. These activities included giving food and monetary donations to women in Abia and Anambra States. By offering the community in…

Jan

10

2024

By David Okoye

Tiwa Savage Files Police Complaint Against Davido for Alleged Bullying and Threats

NewsCrime, Metro

Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has submitted a petition to the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Mr Adegoke Fayoade, urging an investigation into alleged bullying and threats to her life by Grammy nominee Davido. The police spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the receipt of the petition on Wednesday and stated that an investigation has been initiated. In her petition dated January 9, Tiwa Savage recounts an Instagram post where she expressed disappointment over Davido's reaction to a story featuring herself and the singer's baby mama, Sophia Momodu. Allegedly, Davido responded with disrespectful and derogatory words, prompting Tiwa Savage to remind him…

Jan

09

2024

By David Okoye

Pope Francis Calls for Global Ban on Surrogacy, Labels It “Despicable” and “Commercialised”

NewsMetro

Pope Francis, in his New Year address at the Vatican, urged for a worldwide ban on surrogacy, denouncing it as "despicable" due to its commercialization of childbirth. The Pope expressed his concern about exploiting poor fertile women, stripping them of dignity, and violating both the woman and child's dignity. During the address, Pope Francis emphasized that surrogacy is a grave violation based on the exploitation of maternal material needs. He pleaded for a global prohibition, asserting that children are gifts and should never be treated as commodities in business transactions. “The path to peace calls for respect for life,” reiterated…