AFCON 2025Q: Libya Coach Targets Point Against Super Eagles
Nasser Al-Hadiri, the head coach of Libya, says his team would compete to get at least a point against the Nigerian Super Eagles. At the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday, the Super Eagles will host the Mediterranean Knights in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualification matchday three battle. Al-Hadiri stated that defeating the three-time African champions is a challenging assignment. Additionally, FirstBank Improves Online Experience Through A Redesigned E-Channel The gaffer claimed that they will battle hard to secure a draw from the encounter. With one point from their two games, the North Africans lie at the bottom of Group D.
Source:Libya Today
October 07, 2024 21:42 UTC
Akakus Oil completes drilling of Sharara Field development wells yielding 7,000 bpd
Libya’s state National Oil Corporation (NOC) reported today that its subsidiary Akakus Oil Operations has completed the drilling of two development wells (A41H and A44) in reservoir A – NC115 in the Sharara field, with a production capacity each of 3,500 barrels per day. It reported that the preliminary results showed in the two wells containing high-quality rock and reservoir characteristics, and they are expected to enter the production line in the near future.
Source:Libya Today
October 07, 2024 21:13 UTC
REVEALED: Video Shows Moment Akwa Ibom Electoral Body Declared PDP Winner Of Akpabio’s LG Despite Awarding Victory To APC
The Akwa Ibom Independent Electoral Commission had on Sunday declared APC candidate as the winner of Essien Udim LGA where the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, hails from. Essien Udim LGA is the only local government where APC had secured victory in the local government election in the state. But in a viral video online, the Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral Commission (AKISIEC) actually declared PDP candidate as the winner at the polls. Enobong Patrick Friday, polled 55,612 votes to defeat the candidate of the APC, Ntiedo Usoro, who scored 686 votes in the election to emerged winner. He also received more than 25% of the votes in all 13 wards of Essien Udim.
Source:Libya Today
October 07, 2024 17:14 UTC
IGP Orders Unsealing Of Rivers Council Secretariats As Newly Elected Chairmen Assume Offices
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate unsealing and withdrawal of policemen from 23 council secretariats in Rivers State. This is coming as the newly elected council Chairmen from last Saturday’s local government elections assume office today (Monday) across the state. IGP’s directive was contained in a statement by the Rivers Commissioner of Police, Bala Mustapha, on Monday morning following the outcome of council polls. “Consequently, the IGP has ordered the unsealing of the Local Government Secretariats, which were earlier secured by police personnel. “The Rivers State Police Command assures the public of its readiness to maintain peace and order across the state and will continue to act professionally in discharging its duties.
Source:Libya Today
October 07, 2024 13:14 UTC
Updated | Malta rejects Israel-bound arms vessel from docking
All service requests by an Israel-bound vessel carrying weapons is being rejected, according to Transport Malta. I understand Vessel #Kathrin, carrying weapons destined to Israel, has either arrived or is due to arrive very soon in #Malta. I implore the #Malta government, who has regularly taken a principled stand on Palestine, to act and stop the vessel from advancing. Separately, a Transport Malta spokesperson also told MaltaToday that all service requests being made by the vessel are being rejected. The operation is being coordinated between the transport ministry and foreign affairs ministry.
Source:Libya Today
October 07, 2024 11:57 UTC
Morocco 2025: Nkhakananga to officiate Nigeria vs Libya clash
Malawian referee Godfrey Philip Nkhakananga has been appointed to officiate Friday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Libya’s Mediterranean Knights at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) also selected Nkhakananga’s compatriots, Clemence Kanduku and Joseph Nyauti, as assistant referees 1 and 2, respectively. Botswanan official Keabetswe Dintwa will serve as the fourth official for the Matchday 3 encounter, which kicks off at 5 p.m.Ghanaian Munkaila Nassam Adam will act as the match commissioner, while Issaka Boubacar from Niger and Mayowa Akingbemisilu will serve as the referee assessor and broadcast venue manager, respectively.
Source:Libya Today
October 07, 2024 11:30 UTC
Libya Denies Rumors That Foreign Troops Are Guarding Oil Fields
Libya’s National Oil Corporation has denied rumors that foreign troops are guarding the country’s oil fields. In a statement on its website, the company said that it “refutes recent media reports claiming the presence of foreign forces guarding certain Libyan oil fields and installations. As a result of the argument, Libya’s oil production plummeted. Libya’s oil fields also often become the prime target for protests and blockades as communities around them try to pressure the government into things like job creation and healthcare funding. The NOC remains firm that the only troops guarding the oil facilities are local.
Source:Libya Today
October 07, 2024 11:15 UTC
Libya: Former Ambassador to Italy Sentenced to Ten Years
The Tripoli Criminal Court has issued a conviction against the former head of the Libyan diplomatic mission in Italy, Omar Tarhuni. Libya's Attorney General's Office said the court had examined the charges against the former diplomat, finding him guilty of abuse of power and obtaining illicit gains while in office. During the hearings, the Court assessed the evidence gathered that the former head of mission had used his position for personal gain, accumulating wealth illegally. At the end of the trial, the judge sentenced the defendant to 10 years in prison and also ordered him to return the assets acquired through illegal activities. Read also other news on Nova NewsClick here and receive updates on WhatsAppFollow us on the social channels of Nova News on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Telegram
Source:Libya Today
October 07, 2024 11:05 UTC
Turkish EV brand TOGG dismisses sale rumors to China, eyes global expansion
Instead, he highlighted plans for significant growth under the new management and TOGG’s ambition to become a global technology brand. No plans for sale, focus on growthIn an exclusive interview with Ekonomim, Tosyali firmly denied rumors that TOGG might be sold to Chinese investors. Tosyali described this as a major step toward establishing TOGG as a global technology brand. TOGG’s, Türkiye’s first domestic electric cars, parade held to mark the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Turkiye in Ankara, Turkiye on October 29, 2023. According to Tosyali, Chinese companies began investing in Türkiye only after realizing the demand created by TOGG’s success.
Source:Libya Today
October 07, 2024 10:47 UTC
Chaos the new normal for Libya’s oil sector
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Source:Libya Today
October 07, 2024 09:41 UTC
Rivers LG Polls: Fubara Swears In 23 Newly Elected Council Chairmen
Governor Siminalayi Fubara on Sunday sworn in the newly elected council chairmen of the 23 local government areas in Rivers State. The council chairmen took their oath office at the Executive Council Chamber of the Rivers Government House in Port Harcourt, State Capital. The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) had declared Action Peoples Party (APP) won 22 chairmanship seats while Action Alliance Etche Local government area. The election was held on Saturday across the state amidst violence and protests from loyalists of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. The exercise was held on Sunday hours after the chairmen were issued certificates of return by the Chairman of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, Adolphus Enebeli.
Source:Libya Today
October 07, 2024 07:43 UTC
Has PKIC’s interest rate arbitrage finally ended?
The years 2022 and 2023 marked a transformative period for Pakistan’s financial sector. Amid high policy rates and monetary tightening, banks and financial institutions experienced unprecedented growth and profitability. As previously reported by Profit, commercial banks have pivoted away from traditional lending practices. Surprisingly, this trend has extended beyond commercial banks, permeating sectors traditionally focused on underserved markets—areas often overlooked by mainstream financial institutions. A prime example is Pak Kuwait Investment Company (PKIC), Pakistan’s largest DFI.
Source:Libya Today
October 07, 2024 07:29 UTC
CAF Appoints Malawian Ref For Nigeria Vs Libya Game
The Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo will host the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualification encounter between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and the Mediterranean Knights of Libya on Friday. Malawian-born referee Godfrey Philip Nkhakananga will be in charge of the event. Additionally, Nkhakananga’s fellow countrymen Clemence Kanduku and Joseph Nyauti have been named assistant referees 1 and 2, respectively, by the Confederation of African Football. Read Also: Ejuke In Osimhen Out As Eguavoen Finally Releases Squad For Libya GameKeabetswe Dintwa of Botswana will serve as the fourth official for the Matchday 3 match, which begins at 5 p.m. After two games, the Super Eagles have four points, currently leading Group D.Libya has one point from the same number of games, which puts them in last place.
Source:Libya Today
October 07, 2024 06:53 UTC
LOI Qundus Competition postponed
The Libya Olympiad in Informatics (LOI) announced on Saturday the postponement of the Qundus (Beaver) Competition for the year 2024-2025 to ensure maximum participation of students. The Ministry of Education said on its Facebook page, “The new date will be set during next November, to ensure not to be hold at the midterm exam schedule”. The competition brings together all levels, from basic to secondary education, males and females, and from various cities and villages, according to the ministry.
Source:Libya Observer
October 06, 2024 17:44 UTC
Fleeing Gunmen Who Attempted To Kidnap Delta Lawmaker’s Wife Killed – Police
The Delta State Police Command has confirmed the death of three suspected kidnappers who were involved in the attempted abduction of the wife of the member representing Warri South Constituency 1 in the State House of Assembly, Hon. According to a statement issued on Sunday by the State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, said its operatives also recovered four AK47 rifles from the deceased suspects. Recall that suspected kidnappers had ambushed Mrs. Oruoye in attempt to kidnap her and in the process killed two mobile policemen and the driver of the lawmaker’s wife at Okoloba Junction along Jakpa Road in Effurun area of the city. However, irked by the incident, the state commissioner of police, Olufemi Abaniwonda, ordered his men to go after the fleeing suspects and ensure that they were arrested. The hoodlums immediately abandoned the vehicle shattered with bullets and escaped with bullet injuries.
Source:Libya Today
October 06, 2024 16:07 UTC