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Schools Shut In Bangladesh After Deadly Riots

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Schools Shut In Bangladesh After Deadly RiotsUniversities and other educational institutions across Bangladesh were shut down on Wednesday following deadly riots that erupted on Tuesday, resulting in six fatalities.

The violent protests began in the capital, Dhaka, on July 16, over the allocation of government jobs. Dhaka University, at the center of the unrest, immediately suspended classes, and the government subsequently ordered all universities to close by Wednesday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The University Grants Commission stated that this measure was necessary to protect students.

Authorities confirmed that at least six people were killed during the violent clashes between student protesters, pro-government student activists, and police. The violence spread to Dhaka, the southeastern city of Chattogram, and the northern city of Rangpur.

Police in Dhaka raided the headquarters of the opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party, suspecting the party’s involvement in the violence. Seven members of the party’s student wing were arrested in connection with two buses that were set on fire during the riots.

The protests, which began late last month, were sparked by a quota system that reserves 30 percent of government jobs for relatives of veterans of Bangladesh’s 1971 war of independence from Pakistan. Currently, 56 percent of government jobs in Bangladesh are reserved under various quotas, including 10 percent for women, 10 percent for people from underdeveloped districts, 5 percent for Indigenous communities, and 1 percent for people with disabilities. However, it is the 30 percent quota for veterans’ families that has particularly angered students.

Initially peaceful, the demonstrations turned violent on Tuesday when protesters at Dhaka University clashed with police and counter-protesters from the student wing of the governing Awami League party. In addition to the six deaths, around 100 people were injured as the violence spread from Dhaka to Jahangir Nagar University in Savar and then to other parts of the country.

Protesters argue that the veterans’ families quota is discriminatory and benefits supporters of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, whose Awami League party led the independence movement. Government jobs in Bangladesh are highly sought after due to their stability and higher pay compared to private sector jobs.

The quota system was temporarily halted in 2018 following a court order, which itself was a result of earlier mass student protests. However, last month, Bangladesh’s High Court nullified that decision, angering students facing high youth unemployment rates.

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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.

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Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.

“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.

He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”

Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.

He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.

“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.

In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.

“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.

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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.

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Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.

While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.

He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.

The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.

He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.

“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”

The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.

2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.

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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.

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Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.

The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.

Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.

The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.

Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment

Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.

The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.

According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.

The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.

The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.

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