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Kayode Olorundare

Kayode Olorundare

The release of Changpeng Zhao, a prominent role in the global cryptocurrency business and the creator of Binance, has occurred. He served a four-month sentence for violating anti-money laundering procedures on his exchange before being released from a California correctional institution. The 47-year-old, also known as "CZ," came back to the US from Dubai earlier this year to serve time on charges related to regulatory violations at Binance, the biggest cryptocurrency exchange in the world based on trading volume.

 

Due to customary procedures when release dates fall on weekends, he was released two days earlier than expected. Held in Long Beach, California, Zhao is credited for making Binance the biggest cryptocurrency exchange in the world since its 2017 Shanghai launch.

In June, he reported to the institution following his consent to a larger settlement with US authorities that included a $50 million personal fine. In a different agreement, Binance settled claims related to violations of anti-money laundering and sanctions laws by paying $4.3 billion in fines. Zhao leaves detention with a personal fortune estimated at $60 billion (Forbes), placing him among the wealthiest people in the world despite the commotion surrounding his legal troubles.

 

Although his lawyer stated that he would not be doing interviews after his release, his plans are still unknown. However, Zhao has already hinted at a stronger focus on family and philanthropy. His mother Yi He, a senior executive at Binance and a co-founder of the firm, splits their time between Paris and Dubai.

 

Before Binance, Zhao had revealed ideas for Giggle Academy, an online learning community that would provide impoverished kids with free educational materials. Although the program is still in its early phases and not much information is accessible at this time, it indicates his intention to use his fortune to support worldwide charitable endeavors. Zhao is formally leaving his job as CEO of Binance, but his status as the platform's top shareholder guarantees he will continue to have a big say in how it develops. Yi He, a co-founder and the mother of three of Zhao's children continues to play a crucial role in Binance, which is currently led by Richard Teng, a former top regulator at Abu Dhabi Global Market.

 

 

The business, which announced the appointment of its first board of directors in April, has not yet established a global headquarters, upholding its reputation as a decentralized, virtual organization. A Binance representative voiced optimism in a statement soon after Zhao left the company, saying, "We are thrilled that CZ will be home with his family. Binance has undergone a sea change since Zhao's release, but the exchange is still under close observation as regulators around the globe step up their efforts to tighten regulation over the mostly unregulated cryptocurrency market.

Thursday, 03 October 2024 13:07

PALMER SETS NEW EPL RECORD

After Palmer netted all four of Chelsea's goals in the Blues' 4-2 victory over Brighton on Saturday, some fans have criticized him for being avaricious. In the Premier League, Chelsea defeated the Seagulls 4-2 at Stamford Bridge, with Palmer playing at his peak. Georginio Rutter gave the visitors the lead in the seventh minute, but Palmer quickly reversed the score with a hat-trick. Palmer equalized in the twenty-first minute, converted a penalty kick in the twenty-eighth to give Chelsea the lead, and finished with a magnificent free kick to complete his hat trick in the thirty-first.

 

Three minutes later, Carlos Baleba gave Brighton a one-goal lead again, but three minutes later, Palmer scored his fourth goal off a feed from Sancho to give Chelsea a two-goal advantage again. He made Premier League history by becoming the first player to score four goals in the first half of the game.

Thursday, 03 October 2024 12:54

HOW WIZKID JOKED WITH HIS ADMIRER ON STAGE

DNigerian musician Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Balogun, has disclosed that he is married. During a recent event, the award-winning singer revealed this while on stage. Wizkid was heard warning a woman not to go too near to him since he is married in one of the widely shared videos from the occasion.

 

I'm a married man, baby; stay away from me. My spouse and I are wed. I have my kids at home," he remarked. Whether the singer was making a joke or not is unknown. Currently, Wizkid is seeing his baby mama, Jada Pollock, who is also his manager.

 

Following the birth of their first child, Zion, in 2017, Wizkid and Pollock's relationship was first made public. A few years later, the couple welcomed another son, AJ. Recently, when Jada showed off what appeared to be a baby bump on social media, there have been rumors that they are expecting their third child.

Thursday, 26 September 2024 13:26

WHY WE MUST EAT DATES BECAUSE OF OUR HEALTH

Dried dates are a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. One thing that sets them apart from other fruits is their nutritional value. Dates are grown mostly in tropical climates and might be wrinkled or smooth. They are chewy, tiny, and highly flavored.

1.         High in protective agents among the fruits with the most antioxidants are dates. It can relieve stress and guard against diabetes and heart disease. This fruit also contains high concentrations of flavonoids, carotenoids, and phenolics, which shield cells from oxidative damage.

2.         Due to their high content of phenolics, carotenoids, and other antioxidants that shield cells and lower inflammation, dates may help prevent several cancers, including those of the prostate, colon, lung, and breast.

3.         The phytosterols, carotenoids, and polyphenols found in dates reduce inflammation and neurological illnesses. Additionally, it can prevent cognitive issues and promote the development of new brain cells.

4.         Dates can lessen oxidative stress and shield your kidney from nephrotoxicity, improving its health. Furthermore, there is little possibility that you will develop kidney stones.

5.         Eating dates also helps to build your bones by providing minerals including manganese, copper, and magnesium. Additionally, it keeps the bones from developing inadequacies such as fractures, deformities, and osteoporosis. Because dates contain antioxidants that shield bone cells from harm, as you age, your bones get stronger.

6.         Dates can help treat male impotence and erectile dysfunction. These fruits have the potential to improve sperm counts as well as hormone levels, specifically sterols and estrogen, which support the male reproductive system.

7.         The potassium in dates helps you by maintaining the proper amount of fluid in your body. It can also lessen neuroinflammation and enhance the neurodegeneration that comes with aging. The B vitamins found in dates—folate, niacin, and pyridoxine—can also improve brain function.

8.         Eating dates can help diabetic patients manage their blood sugar levels and enhance the metabolism and absorption of glucose. Dates, on the other hand, add sweetness without raising blood sugar levels.

9.         Bacteria that cause illnesses, infections, and foodborne disorders can be inhibited by dates. Their vitamin C content and antioxidant qualities support healthy white blood cell production and the immune system.

10.       Rich in soluble fiber, dates facilitate regular bowel motions and digestion. Additionally, it facilitates simple defecation, relieves constipation, and aids in detoxification.

Thursday, 26 September 2024 13:12

KEKERE-EKUN CONFIRMED AS CJN

Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), acknowledged on Wednesday that the Supreme Court is overburdened with numerous issues that it often has no business dealing with. She further noted that these cases cause delays in the apex court's work. According to her, many of these cases should end in the Court of Appeal so that the Supreme Court has more room to rule on more important cases, especially those involving policy. While being vetted for confirmation by the Senate in Abuja, Kekere-Ekun mentioned several issues, including "interlocutory injunctions" and "pre-election matters," which the CJN maintained should be resolved at the Court of Appeal.

 

Sen. Godswill Akpabio, the President of the Senate, oversaw the activity. The 23rd Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kekere-Ekun, who was selected as the second woman to the position, contended that the Supreme Court was constantly under pressure to conclude matters within 90 days. He observed that a significant portion of its time was spent sending a variety of cases to postpone its job, which made it more difficult for it to make crucial choices on important policy issues. The Supreme Court is a policy court that must make pronouncements on extremely unusual legal matters. She informed the senators, "I think a lot of cases, especially interlocutory matters, should end at the court of appeal."

 

"All other matters that are not policy matters should end at the court of appeals, including pre-election matters." Kekere-Ekun was not in favor of the idea of the Supreme Court's bench being expanded to accommodate more of these pointless cases. She clarified that despite this, people will continue to take advantage of the system since they thought there were more justices available to hear cases. She was adamant that the Supreme Court shouldn't hear a case that belongs elsewhere.

 

She advised politicians to follow due procedure during elections and play by the rules; according to the CJN, doing so will significantly reduce the number of pointless cases that reach the Supreme Court. Concerning corruption and the honesty of judges, the Chief Justice of Nigeria gave Nigerians her word that she would uphold discipline by making sure that dishonest judges were punished by the National Judicial Council (NJC).

"I'm renowned for my rigorous approach to discipline. I'll make sure the code of conduct is strictly followed, and I won't put up with any corruption. Kekere-Ekun further stated that the NJC would routinely evaluate judges' behavior as well as any other measures performed by judicial officers, such as promptly processing petitions that cast doubt on the officers' honesty. But the CJN recommended that the courts be "insulated from external influence" by the government taking fast care of judges' well-being to further safeguard the integrity of judicial officers.

Despite his huge transfer to Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappe remained grounded when he was spotted giving his shirt to a ballboy after he was substituted. The Frenchman allowed his contract at PSG to expire and made the move of the summer by moving to the capital of Spain. The 25-year-old signed a contract that will keep him in Madrid through 2029, alongside players like Vinicius Jr. and Jude Bellingham. Even though he is now playing for the Champions League winners and is one of the greatest football players in the world, Mbappe has a tender side that he revealed when he was replaced in his most recent game.

 

The attacker scored a crucial second goal in his team's 2-0 victory over Sociedad on Saturday. Before kickoff, Mbappe was seen chatting with a ball boy, who it is presumed asked for his shirt.

Unlike many of his contemporaries, he did not lose his cool when substituted late in the match. Rather, he made time for the child who approached him on the seat and requested his shirt. The ballboy was overjoyed when Mbappe duly complied, and he sprinted off holding the valuable jersey with a gleaming smile.

Madrid won 2-0 thanks to goals from Mbappe, keeping up their perfect start to the season. Now, four points behind Barcelona, who have won five of their last six games, they are in third place. Mbappe's tenure at Madrid, though, hasn't exactly gone smoothly. The French player received criticism following his goal against Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup and a 1-1 draw with RCD Mallorca at the beginning of the season.

 To get back on track, he also failed to score against Real Valladolid and Las Palmas. However, he quickly doubled against Real Betis, presumably rediscovering the form that makes him one of the most dangerous marksmen in the league. With his goal against Sociedad, he now has three goals in his last two games. As the new Champions League season gets underway, he will be hoping to continue this winning streak. Mbappe isn't allowing his success to go to his head, no matter what.

Now that the Champions League is back, some of the top young players in the world are eager to make an impression on the competition. Real Madrid's new Brazilian forward Endrick scored a goal against Stuttgart, Germany, not long after turning eighteen, raising questions among supporters about whether or not he was the youngest player to score in the competition. Regretfully, Ansu Fati, the forward for Barcelona, still holds the record for Los Blancos supporters. He became the youngest player to score in the competition history when he defeated Inter Milan goalkeeper Handanovic from a distance at the age of 17 years and 40 days.

 

When Peter Ofori-Quaye scored for Olympiacos at the age of 17 years and 195 days, he set the record for the youngest goal scorer in the Champions League. Ofori-Quaye was surpassed in second position by George Ilenikhena, who coincidentally scored for Antwerp against Barcelona at the age of 17 years, 119 days.

 

Wednesday, 18 September 2024 13:45

WIZKID’S POPULAR ALBUM HITS ONE DECADE

Ten years have passed since Wizkid's album "Ayo" was published. Among the album's prominent tracks is "Ojuelegba," which has become a huge success.

 

The mid-tempo track emphasized his contemplation of his ascent to fame, which began in Lagos' Ojuelegba neighborhood. The song struck a chord with audiences because it contained catchy melodies in both Yoruba and Pidgin English while also spreading a message of thankfulness, optimism, and endurance.

 

Rappers Skepta, a British-Nigerian, and Drake, a Canadian, were drawn to Ojuelegba's commercial success and decided to freestyle on what would eventually become the unauthorized remix. The song will be essential in the internationalization of Nigerian mainstream pop music since, a year later, Drake will include Wizkid in his worldwide hit song "One Dance." Through this partnership, Wizkid and Afrobeats will gain international recognition, helping to steer the genre toward success on a global scale. Wizkid's "Ojuelegba," released ten years ago, has become a legendary song with noticeable effects on the Nigerian music scene.

Tuesday, 17 September 2024 13:56

SEAN "DIDDY" ARRESTED AGAIN

Federal officials detain Sean "Diddy" Combs in New York City. It was confirmed that federal officials from Homeland Security Investigations arrested Sean "Diddy" Combs on Monday night in New York City. Federal investigators detained Sean Combs earlier this evening based on a sealed indictment that the Southern District of New York filed, according to a statement released by the US Attorney for that district, Damian Williams. "We expect to move to unseal the indictment in the morning and will have more to say at that time." Inside Midtown Manhattan's Park Hyatt hotel, Combs was taken into custody, according to sources.

 

Before being taken to court on Tuesday for his arraignment, he will spend the night in federal prison. Combs' arrest was triggered by an indictment returned by a federal grand jury in Manhattan, according to sources who spoke with our correspondent. The accusations are still under seal. In a statement, Combs' attorney Marc Agnifilo addressed the news and referred to it as "an unjust prosecution." "We are disappointed in the U.S. Attorney's Office for their choice to press Mr. Combs' case, which we feel is unfair. Sean Agnifilo stated in the statement, "Diddy" Combs is a music icon, self-made businessman, devoted family guy, and established philanthropist who has dedicated the last thirty years to creating an empire, loving his kids, and striving for the betterment of the Black community.

Although he is not a criminal, he is an imperfect guy. Mr. Combs has been incredibly cooperative during this investigation, and last week he moved to New York voluntarily in preparation for these allegations. Kindly hold off on making decisions until you have all the information. "These actions are those of an innocent man who has nothing to conceal, and he is eager to clear his name in court," Agnifilo continued. Since Cassie Ventura, Combs' long-term girlfriend, made accusations in a civil complaint, the man has been the subject of an inquiry for more than a year.

 

After that, at least ten more cases were filed. Combs has refuted every one of the accusations. Federal agents raided Combs' houses in Miami and Los Angeles back in March, according to earlier reports from the authorities. At the time, a spokesman for Homeland Security Investigations stated in a statement that the operation was carried out as a component of an "ongoing investigation."

 

Federal officials detain Sean "Diddy" Combs in New York City. "He is not a criminal," the attorney for Combs declared in a statement. By Luke Barr and Aaron Katersky At 3:43 AM on September 17, 2024, or 2:33 Arrested in New York City is Sean Combs. Federal officers equipped with Homeland Security confirmed that federal officials from Homeland Security Investigations arrested Sean "Diddy" Combs on Monday night in New York City. Federal investigators detained Sean Combs earlier this evening based on a sealed indictment that the Southern District of New York filed, according to a statement released by the US Attorney for that district, Damian Williams.

 

"We expect to move to unseal the indictment in the morning and will have more to say at that time." According to sources, Combs was taken into custody at the Park Hyatt hotel located in Midtown Manhattan. Before his Tuesday arraignment, he will be held in federal detention for the night. Combs' arrest was triggered by an indictment delivered by a federal grand jury in Manhattan. The charges are still under seal. Marc Agnifilo, Combs' attorney, responded to the news in a statement, labeling it "an unjust prosecution." "We find it disappointing that the U.S. Attorney's Office has chosen to press Mr. Combs's case notwithstanding our belief that it is unfair.

 

Agnifilo added in the statement, "Sean "Diddy" Combs is a music icon, self-made businessman, devoted family guy, and established philanthropist who has dedicated the last thirty years to creating an empire, raising his children, and uplifting the Black community. MORE: A lieutenant provides testimony in the trial of the policemen suspected of fatally beating Tyre Nichols, saying, "He is not a criminal; he is an imperfect person." To his credit, Mr. Combs has cooperated fully with the inquiry, moving to New York last week on his own will in anticipation of the charges. Please wait to decide until you have all the information.

 

"These actions are those of an innocent man who has nothing to conceal, and he is eager to clear his name in court," Agnifilo continued. Since Cassie Ventura, Combs' long-term girlfriend, made accusations in a civil complaint, the man has been the subject of an inquiry for more than a year. Following were at least ten more lawsuits. In each case, Combs has refuted the accusations. Authorities had previously stated that federal agents had raided Combs' residences in Miami and Los Angeles back in March.

 

 

At the time, a spokesman for Homeland Security Investigations stated in a statement that the operation was carried out as a component of an "ongoing investigation." ADDITIONAL: Additional dangers in Springfield, Ohio Fear permeates the neighborhood when a college closes its campus. During the court-approved searches of Combs' two houses in late March, law enforcement and federal agents with Homeland Security Investigations had taken several electronic devices into custody. According to the sources, the hip-hop and liquor magnate was the target of FBI sex trafficking investigations, which included searches conducted in Los Angeles and Miami. As part of an investigation headed by prosecutors in the Southern District of New York, HSI officers flooded Combs' residences and collected evidence.

Tuesday, 17 September 2024 13:34

FIRST NIGERIA FEMALE PILOT TO FLY BOEING 787

Captain Adeola Ogunmola Sowemimo is a remarkable success in a male-dominated industry. She pilots long-haul flights for Qatar Airways and is the first female pilot from Nigeria to operate a Boeing 787. Her experience demonstrates that anyone can achieve great things, regardless of gender, with the correct support, hard effort, and determination.

 

Women are assuming roles that were formerly seen as "for men only" all around the world. This change is also occurring in the aviation industry, and Captain Adeola is a prime example of how women can thrive in traditionally male-dominated fields.

 

Captain Adeola is a 31-year-old making history. She is the first female Nigerian pilot for Qatar Airways, operating the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.

 

This cutting-edge aircraft can travel at Mach 0.85, or roughly 1,024 km/h. With this amazing aircraft, Adeola transports 250 passengers around the globe securely. It wasn't a simple road for her to become a Dreamliner pilot. The tale of Adeola is one of tenacity, bravery, and a passion for aviation. On October 16, 1990, Adeola was born in Kaduna, Nigeria. Due to difficulties including religious disagreements, she attended multiple schools in Kaduna and Ibadan. Adeola persevered in her studies and graduated from First Baptist Model High School in Kaduna in 2007 despite these obstacles.

 

She enrolled in a pre-degree program at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) in Oyo State after finishing her secondary education However, she enrolled at the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology in Zaria once her love of flying took over. She finished her aviation training in 2009 and 2010 and then proceeded to Sunrise Aviation Inc. in Florida, USA, for additional training. Adeola began her flying career in Nigeria after completing her pilot training. Adeola started flying Boeing 737s as a First Officer with Medview Airlines in Lagos in 2013. Her rapid skill advancement led to her being promoted to pilot the Boeing 767-300ER. However, her greatest achievement occurred in 2018 when she became the first Nigerian woman to pilot a Boeing when she joined Qatar Airways.

 

Her abilities have allowed her to fly the Boeing 767 on transatlantic flights, and in 2020 she began operating the Lagos to Abuja route for Qatar Airways. Adeola now stands with other notable African women pilots such as Asli Hassan Abade, the first female aviator in Somalia, and Chinyere Kalu, the first female commercial pilot in Nigeria. In addition to being a skilled pilot, Captain Adeola is a mother and a wife. On April 22, 2017, she wed Seun Funmi Olamilekan Sowemimo, and the two of them are parents to a family.

 

Adeola has demonstrated that it is possible to balance her personal and professional lives, even though it is not an easy feat. There is more to Captain Adeola Ogunmola Sowemimo than meets the eye. She is a symbol of optimism, tenacity, and the belief that everything is possible for women who set their minds to it. Young African girls can draw inspiration from her tale and realize that, with enough work, they too can achieve their goals. Adeola's experience serves as a reminder that no matter how high the barrier, it can be broken with perseverance and hard effort.

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