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In a joint statement, US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris announced a historic agreement with drugmakers to reduce the prices of 10 key medicines for seniors. The deal, which will save older Americans $1.5 billion and the Medicare federal health insurance scheme $6 billion in the first year, is a significant victory for the Biden administration. The agreement will reduce the prices of medicines for conditions including diabetes, heart failure, and blood clots. This move is expected to resonate with US voters who are worried about the cost of living. While the deal was Biden’s brainchild, he…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State has inaugurated a 500-member campaign council for the November 16 governorship election. The council is chaired by Dr. Eddy Olafeso, National Vice Chairman of the party (South West), with Mr. Clement Faboyede as Director-General. Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, who inaugurated the council, expressed confidence in the party’s victory, citing the poor performance of the All Progressives Congress (APC) government in the state and country. He urged members to support the campaign council and work towards the party’s success. Governorship candidate, Mr. Agboola Ajayi, commended Adeleke and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde,…

Manchester United have made a significant splash in the transfer market, announcing the signings of Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich in a staggering £60 million double-deal. The Red Devils have confirmed the arrivals of De Ligt and Mazraoui, bolstering their defensive ranks with two top-class talents. De Ligt has committed to a five-year deal, while Mazraoui has signed for four years, with both contracts including the option for a further year. The double signing marks a significant coup for Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag, who has been keen to strengthen his squad ahead of the…

In a shocking turn of events, Davido’s popular wedding song, ‘Ogechi Remix’, has been removed from YouTube due to copyright infringement. The song, which was performed live at his wedding to Chioma on June 25, 2024, had gained massive popularity among fans. The music video, uploaded on July 19, 2024, is no longer accessible on YouTube, although the audio remains available on BoyPee’s official page. Interestingly, Davido is not credited as the official artist on YouTube for the song. A trending video has revealed that the original version of ‘Ogechi’ was created by a different artist before the remix. This…

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, will today present the ceremonial beaded crown to High Chief Rashidi Ladoja, the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, at the Olubadan Palace. This significant event marks a major step in fulfilling the extant laws of the state as it affects the Olubadan Declaration and ascendancy. Ladoja, a former governor of Oyo State, has accepted the crown, and his residence has been flooded with visitors congratulating him. Notable dignitaries, including Governor Seyi Makinde, the Asiwaju of Ibadanland, Chief Bode Amao, and the Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland, Alhaji Daud Akinola, have paid him visits. A palace…

The Nigerian Senate has vehemently denied claims that it receives special fiscal packages from the Presidency or determines its own salaries. In a statement released by Senate Spokesman Yemi Adaramodu, the Senate described the allegations as an attempt to “crucify the legislature” and challenged anyone with credible evidence to present contrary facts. Adaramodu clarified that the Senate only receives the salary allocated to it by the Revenue Mobilisation Fiscal Allocation Commission, in strict accordance with constitutional provisions. He emphasized that constituency projects are merely suggested and nominated by Senators, following practices common in other democracies worldwide. The Senate Spokesman explained…

The Nigerian Patriotic Front Movement (NPFM), Northern chapter, has vowed to embark on an indefinite protest in Kano State once the curfew is lifted. The group’s secretary, Comrade Anas Adamu, made this known in a telephone interview, citing the government’s failure to address their demands ten days after the nationwide protests began. Adamu expressed dissatisfaction with President Bola Tinubu’s recent broadcast, describing it as an “empty speech” that did not address their minimum demands. He emphasized that the group would resume protests, which would be indefinite, until their demands are met. The NPFM has commenced mobilizing its members ahead of…

The World Bank Group Finances has revealed that Nigeria is still repaying a staggering $10.6 billion in loans obtained under former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, late Umaru Musa Yaradua, and Goodluck Jonathan. This debt burden is part of the country’s total domestic and external debts, which stood at N121.67 trillion ($91.46 billion) as of March 31, 2024. According to the World Bank’s digital platform, WBG Finances, the Federal Government is still servicing at least 69 different loans secured between 2000 and 2014. These loans include the Community Based Poverty Reduction Project ($60m), Second Primary Education Project ($55m), and Economic Management Capacity…

A devastating plane crash occurred in Brazil’s Sao Paulo state on Friday, with 62 people on board. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva expressed his concern, stating, “A plane just crashed in the city of Vinhedo in Sao Paulo, with 58 passengers and four crew members, and it seems that everyone died.” The aircraft, operated by Voepass, was en route from Cascavel to Sao Paulo’s Guarulhos international airport when the incident happened. Voepass confirmed the crash in a statement, saying, “An accident involving flight 2283 occurred… There is still no confirmation of how the accident occurred or the current situation…

A leading British crocodile expert, Adam Britton, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison in Australia for sexually abusing dozens of dogs and committing animal cruelty. The 53-year-old zoologist, who worked with prominent media outlets like BBC and National Geographic, pleaded guilty to 56 charges related to bestiality and animal cruelty. Britton’s abuse was uncovered in April 2022 after a search of his property in rural Darwin revealed child abuse material on his laptop and videos of him torturing animals. The Northern Territory Supreme Court heard that Britton filmed himself abusing the animals, leading to their deaths, and shared…