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Breaking News: Manchester City Secures Star Winger Jeremy Doku
In a groundbreaking development for the football world, Manchester City has officially sealed the deal to bring aboard the highly sought-after Belgian winger, Jeremy Doku.
This strategic move, executed with precision, has solidified City’s position as a global football powerhouse.
Doku’s signing marks the dawn of a new era, igniting excitement amongst fans and football enthusiasts alike.
Jeremy Doku, a prodigious talent at the tender age of 21, had been the subject of intense speculation, with several Premier League clubs vying for his signature during this summer’s transfer window.
However, it is Manchester City that emerged victorious in this fiercely competitive race, securing Doku on a remarkable five-year contract.
Expressing his elation, Jeremy Doku articulated, “Today is a momentous day in my career, one that holds profound personal and professional significance.
Manchester City represents the zenith of world football, and joining this illustrious club is a dream come true for me and my family.”
He continued, “As a young player, I acknowledge the vast room for growth and refinement in my abilities.
Collaborating with Pep Guardiola and his esteemed coaching staff, alongside the privilege of sharing the pitch with these world-class athletes, assures me of substantial progress.
Witnessing City’s triumphant journey last season was awe-inspiring.
Achieving the Treble is the pinnacle of football, and now, I am thrilled to be an integral part of this exceptional team.”
Jeremy Doku’s skill set predominantly favours the right-sided attacking role, positioning him as a direct successor to Riyad Mahrez, who recently departed the Etihad Stadium for Al-Ahli.
This transition holds immense promise for City’s attacking prowess.
In the preceding Ligue 1 season, Doku demonstrated his prowess by netting six goals and providing two valuable assists.
His remarkable form continued into the new season as he found the back of the net in Rennes’ season opener against Metz earlier this month.
Jeremy Doku’s signing represents Manchester City’s third major acquisition of the transfer window, following the arrivals of the talented midfielder Mateo Kovacic and the formidable defender Josko Gvardiol.
These acquisitions underline City’s unwavering commitment to excellence and dominance in the footballing arena.
The synergy between Doku’s youthful exuberance and City’s formidable squad promises a thrilling season ahead.
A coalition of civil society organisations in Zamfara Central has publicly called on philanthropist Yazeed Danfulani to contest for the senatorial seat in the National Assembly in the 2027 elections, citing his extensive humanitarian contributions and commitment to community development.
In a statement released on Sunday, the group’s spokesperson, Nuraddeen Garba Gusau, emphasised that the growing support for Danfulani transcends mere political sentiment.
“This is about Yazeed Danfulani’s proven dedication to the welfare of our people, demonstrated consistently without ever holding elected office,” Gusau said.
Danfulani, a prominent figure in Zamfara Central, has earned widespread admiration for his charitable initiatives.
He has funded the education of numerous children, offering opportunities to those who previously faced bleak prospects.
” His generosity also extends to providing financial and material aid to the less fortunate, helping families meet their basic needs.”
He said “Beyond individual support, Danfulani has bolstered small-scale entrepreneurs by distributing cars, tricycles, and financial capital, enabling many to achieve self-reliance.
“His efforts have significantly improved livelihoods across the region. Additionally, as a key supporter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Zamfara, Danfulani has played a vital role in strengthening the party’s unity and presence in the state.
The coalition believes Danfulani’s track record as a private citizen is a testament to his potential as a legislator.
“His selfless contributions are merely a glimpse of what he could achieve with the authority to legislate and attract development at the national level,” Gusau added.
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Kaduna: Group calls EFCC, National Assembly, Kaduna state government’s intervention on alleged diversion of public funds
By Amos Tauna, Kaduna
The Executive Director of a non-governmental organization, Eagle Brain Youth Transformative and Development Initiative (EBYTDI), Mr Daniel Ejembi, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the National Assembly and Kaduna state government to intervene on alleged hijacking of a federal constituency project intended for public schools in Dokan Mai Jama’a, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
A statement issued by the Executive Director described the alleged diversion of the public resources to a private entity is a grave injustice to the children of Dokan Mai Jama’a.
According to him, “This diversion of public resources to a private entity is a grave injustice to the children of Dokan Mai Jama’a. We demand swift intervention by the Kaduna State Government, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and the National Assembly to recover misused funds and prioritize education for all.”
The statement stated that investigation reveals that a federal project sponsored by Yakubu Umar Barde, former member representing Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency, was alleged to have been unlawfully diverted to Fatima Academy, a private school owned by Abdulhadi Abubakar.
Ejembi explained, “The project, initially earmarked for constructing a public school, was instead executed at Fatima Academy, which lacks registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).”
He added that the contractor, Amrah Farms Nigeria Limited (RC-1523474), with directors including Abdulyekin Bello Tahir and Bello Halimat Sadiq, executed the project in violation of its original mandate, lamenting that public schools in Dokan Mai Jama’a faced severe deficits, including dilapidated classrooms, lack of sanitation facilities, and inadequate learning resources, exacerbating educational inequalities.
The Executive Director called for immediate probe into the alleged diversion of funds by relevant anti-corruption agencies and also called for urgent construction and renovation of classrooms, toilets, and perimeter fencing in the public schools.
He also appealed for the provision of desks, learning materials, and safe water systems for students and advised for legal action against unregistered institutions like Fatima Academy and accountability for involved parties.
Catholic Pontiff, Pope Francis, has died at the age of 88, the Vatican announced on Easter Monday morning.
Late Pope had been in and out of hospital in the last few weeks. He made a surprise appearance at the Easter Sunday service at Vatican on Sunday.
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