Racism, mistrust remain barriers to political aspirations in N.S., say Black candidates
17 Oct
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Racism, mistrust remain barriers to political aspirations in N.S., say Black candidates

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Politics tamfitronics Nova ScotiaVirginia Hinch and John Young are two Black candidates running in the Nova Scotia municipal elections. Hinch and Young say Black candidates continue to face barriers in politics, including racism and a lack of trust in the system.Government representation for the province's historically Black communities has been ‘abysmal,’ prof saysJosh Hoffman · CBC News · Posted: Oct 16, 2024 5:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: October 16Black candidates in N.S. say barriers to political involvement still existSome Black candidates in the municipal election say racism and mistrust of government pose barriers to political life. Josh Hoffman talked to candidates about the challenges they face.It wasn't the first time Virginia Hinch had received a negative email."I decided not to react to the first," said Hinch, a candidate for...
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FG Not Treating Super Eagles Ordeal In Libya Lightly – Minister
16 Oct
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FG Not Treating Super Eagles Ordeal In Libya Lightly – Minister

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Politics tamfitronics Posted by African ExaminerLatest Headlines, Sports NewsWednesday, October 16th, 2024(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, has condemned the inhuman treatment of Nigerian players in Libya.Enoh, who was a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today, said the Federal Government would get to the root of the matter.The minister explained that the Nigerian government would not take the matter lightly, arguing that his counterpart in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has summoned the Libyan Ambassador to Nigeria.“I am aware that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had summoned the Libyan Ambassador. The Nigerian government so far has not treated this lightly and is not going to treat this lightly because it must get to the bottom of the matter,” he said.Players and officials were stranded for hours at a...
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World Bank sees 15-year struggle ahead for Nigeria, says Shehu Sani
16 Oct
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World Bank sees 15-year struggle ahead for Nigeria, says Shehu Sani

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Politics tamfitronics Former Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani has strongly criticised the World Bank, accusing it of complicity in Nigeria’s prolonged economic hardship.In a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Sani claimed that the World Bank envisions another 15 years of hardship for Nigerians before the country can reach what he described as the “promised land.”Sani’s remark comes in response to the World Bank’s latest Africa’s Pulse report, which flagged the Nigerian Naira as one of the worst-performing currencies in Sub-Saharan Africa.According to the report, the Naira’s depreciation is on par with that of the Ethiopian Birr and the South Sudanese Pound, reflecting steep declines in value over recent months.“The World Bank wants the hardship to extend to the next fifteen years before we can reach the promised land,” Sani posted. “I don’t...
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Will H Vinoth recreate the ‘Theeran’ magic in ‘Thalapathy 69’?
16 Oct
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Will H Vinoth recreate the ‘Theeran’ magic in ‘Thalapathy 69’?

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Politics tamfitronics Thalapathy Vijay, one of Tamil cinema's biggest icons, is set to retire from acting after his upcoming film "Thalapathy 69"as he prepares to transition into politics. Directed by H Vinoth, the much-anticipated film began shooting earlier this month, with the first schedule featuring a grand, high-energy dance number.According to sources, Vijay will portray an ex-police officer in this crime investigation thriller, marking his final appearance on the silver screen. H Vinoth, known for his critically acclaimed "Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru"which depicted the real-life Operation Bawaria case, is expected to deliver another hard-hitting narrative, this time with Vijay at the helm.Fans are eagerly anticipating that Vinoth will recreate the magic of "Theeran" to give Vijay a spectacular farewell fitting of his status as one of Kollywood's greatest entertainers. "Thalapathy 69" boasts an impressive star cast,...
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