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Nigerian Man Reacts To A Picture Of A Building Erected On The Railway Line

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A Nigerian man has reacted to a picture of a building erected on the railway line.

He said now, if the government wakes up tomorrow and start demolishing, they will set the camera and cry that the government took their house

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Buying Food Outside Is Now Cheaper Than Cooking At Home — Influencer Pamilerin

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Influencer Pamilerin has revealed that buying of food outside is now cheaper than cooking at home.

He said I think Buying food outside is now cheaper than cooking at home.

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Edo State Unites Against Political Violence: Justice for Monday Okpebholo

Edo State is gripped by a wave of outrage and sorrow following the brazen attack on APC Senator Monday Okpebholo. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation, with prominent political figures, including Adams Oshiomhole, and the general public expressing their solidarity and support for Okpebholo.

In a powerful statement, Adams Oshiomhole declared, "Dirty politics has no place in 21st-century Nigeria. We must play politics with ideas, integrity, and impact, not by taking innocent lives that cannot be replaced." His words resonate deeply with the people of Edo State, who have long cherished Okpebholo's contributions to their community.

Senator Okpebholo, known for his unwavering dedication and service, has earned the trust and respect of his constituents. Despite the attempt on his life, his legacy of achievements and his commitment to the people remain unshaken. As Oshiomhole aptly put it, "You can kill Monday Okpebholo, but you cannot kill his results, track record, reputation, and the love the ordinary people of Edo State have for him."

The attack, allegedly orchestrated by agents of the PDP, has raised serious concerns about the state of political affairs in Edo. The involvement of the Edo State Commissioner of Police has further exacerbated the situation, leading to calls for immediate action. "This incident reveals the true character of the PDP and their philosophy for Edo State," said Oshiomhole. "We refuse to be intimidated and call on the Inspector General of Police to transfer the Commissioner of Police immediately."

The people of Edo State are rallying behind the #JusticeForMondayOkpebholo movement, demanding accountability and an end to political violence. Social media is abuzz with messages of support, urging a return to a politics of ideas and integrity.

The attack on Senator Okpebholo is not just an attack on one man; it is an assault on the democratic values that underpin our society. The people of Edo State are united in their resolve to see justice served and to ensure that such acts of violence are never repeated.

As the campaign for justice gains momentum, it serves as a poignant reminder that the true measure of a leader lies not in their power, but in their impact. Monday Okpebholo's enduring legacy is a testament to his unwavering dedication to the people of Edo State.

The fight for justice continues, and the call for change grows louder. Edo State stands firm against political violence, united in the pursuit of a brighter, more just future.

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Cryptocurrency Price Movements Today: Bitcoin Tops $66K Amid Strong ETF Flows

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After a slight dip Thursday, bitcoin (BTC) gained roughly 4% in Friday trading and is back above $66,000.

It was another positive day for U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on Thursday, as $84.8 million flowed into these products, according to Farside Investors. This takes the week's total inflows to $861.5 million so far.

Optimism around the approval and potential trading debut next week of spot ether ETFs is also growing, pushing ether (ETH) prices higher. Issuers of these products have unveiled their fee structure and now await a final nod from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The native token of the Ethereum blockchain was also up around 2% in Friday trading.

Outside of the two largest crypto tokens by market cap, XRP has been performing relatively well lately, with the alternative crypto asset up nearly 10% over the week.

XRP has been performing particularly well in South Korea, where the digital asset accounted for 35% to 40% of all trading volume on three popular crypto exchanges there from Tuesday through Thursday, reported. Price speculation for XRP, used by blockchain technology firm Ripple to facilitate transactions, has increased ahead of a potential resolution to Ripple's legal battle with the SEC over whether XRP is an unregistered security. Earlier this week, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse told , "We expect resolution very soon."

In addition, as one of the projects targeted by the SEC with an enforcement action, some market observers expect XRP to benefit from a potential victory of a pro-crypto Donald Trump in the U.S. presidential elections.

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Eli Lilly Gets Green Light To Sell Weight-Loss Drug In China

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Eli Lilly and Co. (LLY) announced on its WeChat account Friday that it has won approval from Chinese regulators to sell tirzepatide for weight loss in the country.

Tirzepatide is the active ingredient in Lilly’s injectable diabetes drug Mounjaro and weight-loss drug Zepbound. Mounjaro previously was approved in China for diabetes treatment.

The approval comes after Danish rival Novo Nordisk (NVO) announced in June that its weight-loss drug Wegovy received similar approval in China. Last week, a JAMA Internal Medicine study found that tirzepatide caused greater weight loss than semaglutide, the active ingredient in Novo Nordisk's Ozempic and Wegovy.

Competition between the drugmakers in the world’s second-largest economy will be crucial, with the global weight-loss market expected to reach $77 billion annually by 2030, according Morgan Stanley analysts.

Eli Lilly did not specify when sales of the drug would begin in China, or how many doses would be sold, according to . The drugmaker did not immediately respond to 's request for comment.

Eli Lilly shares rose 1.4% to $860.50 as of 1 p.m. ET Friday and are up almost 50% year-to-date. Novo Nordisk American depositary receipts (ADRs) were up 1.7% to $132.19 and have added about 28% in 2024.