Grand Slam quarter-finalist Menzies was crestfallen after suffering a surprise defeat to veteran Gates. The 54-year-old never looked back after hitting a 138 checkout in the opening leg against the Scot, who made the last four of the WDF World Championship in 2022. While Gates wiggled his hips after nailing doubles, and was backed by chants of ‘USA, USA’, his …
Read More »Tag Archives: price
Lauren Price relishing prize of ‘massive fight’ versus Natasha Jonas
“It’s massive, it’s a massive fight for the British public. If it was down to me I’d be fighting her now but the politics of boxing and other things [meant that was not possible]. “We both need to get the win and then we can look forward to that fight. It’s a fight I’ve wanted for a long time and …
Read More »Mixed reactions trail fixed bride price of N5000 and four basins of cooked butter beans for Eggon women in Nasarawa state
Mixed reactions have continued to trail the harmonised bride price of the people of Eggon ethnic group in Nasarawa State. The Aren Eggon, HRH Justice Ahmed Ubangari Alaku (Rtd) pegged N5,000 as the bride price with four basins of traditional butter beans known as Ebyekpyen as the maximum requirements to be met by the groom in order to marry an …
Read More »P?Harcourt refinery working, but won?t reduce petrol price ? PENGASSAN
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has confirmed that the Port Harcourt refinery, with a production capacity of 60,000 barrels per day, is operational and currently producing various refined petroleum products, including diesel, kerosene, and petrol. PENGASSAN National President, Festus Osifo, during the association’s National Executive Council Meeting held on Tuesday, December 3, in …
Read More »Manchester United: Ticket price rise about securing ‘stronger financial footing’
Manchester United say controversial ticket price increases are part of the club’s aim to put themselves “on a stronger financial footing”. United were accused of exploiting fans after taking the mid-season decision to raise matchday ticket prices to £66 per game, with no concessions for children or pensioners. A supporter-led protest was held before Sunday’s 4-0 win over Everton at …
Read More »NNPCL reduces petrol price to N1030/l for marketers
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlet Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has announced a reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), with the price now adjusted from ₦1,045 per litre to ₦1,030 per litre. The association’s National President, Dr. Billy Harry, revealed this development during a strategic meeting and award …
Read More »58% price difference propels smuggling of Petrol from Nigeria to neighbouring countries
Nigeria’s Premium Motor Spirit, also known as petrol, is reportedly being smuggled to neighboring countries as it is still 58 per cent cheaper than what is obtained in neighbouring countries. As at press time, petrol in the Republic of Benin, costs Ceffa 600 per litre, an equivalent of $0.97 or N1649 per litre. In Ghana, the product sells for Ghc …
Read More »Nigerian man cancels wedding over N3.5m bride price list
In a story sparking intense online discussion, a man has reportedly withdrawn from a marriage proposal due to a highly demanding traditional bride price list provided by the woman’s family. The incident, shared by social media user Princess Adeola, highlighted the emotional toll on the man and drew attention to cultural practices that some argue may discourage potential suitors. …
Read More »UK inflation figures in surprise jump as rise in energy price cap kick
Inflation in the UK rose sharply to a six-month high in October, above BOE’s 2% target, scaling back bets that there will be further cuts in borrowing rates this year. ADVERTISEMENT Inflation in the UK climbed more than expected in October to 2.3% up from 1.7% in September, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), due to higher domestic …
Read More »Bitcoin price hits all-time high at $89,000 as crypto market rallies
Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, soared to a new record high of $89,360 on Tuesday, November 12, rising 9.6% in a single morning. The latest data from CoinMarketCap highlights Bitcoin’s continued rally following the U.S. presidential election. Bitcoin’s sharp climb began on November 6, when Republican candidate Donald Trump won the election. On that day, Bitcoin …
Read More »