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2025-01-21
The year that was 2024On the evening of November 21, 2024, the serene garden of the German Consulate General in Victoria Island, Lagos, was transformed into a vibrant celebration of unity, history, and international cooperation. The occasion? The 34th anniversary of the Day of German Unity. Under a canopy adorned with colorful balloons and surrounded by cocktail tables, distinguished guests gathered to mark this significant event, blending tradition and diplomacy with warm hospitality and cultural exchange. The evening began with a soft blend of music as attendees, dressed in business attire, national dress, and uniforms, arrived at the beautifully decorated venue. A special photo booth, complete with an event banner, provided the perfect backdrop for pictures. The event officially commenced at 7:30 PM with the national anthems of Nigeria and Germany, followed by a welcome address by Weert Börner, the German Consul General. In his speech, Börner took guests on a journey through Germany’s post-war transformation under its 75-year-old constitution, the “Grundgesetz” or Basic Law. “Germany found its way back to peace, democracy, and a liberal and social state under the rule of law,” he stated. Highlighting Germany’s global achievements in democratic participation, freedom of expression, and social justice, Börner also underscored the country’s enduring relationship with Nigeria. He celebrated 50 years of development cooperation between the two nations, focusing on vocational training, academic exchanges, and entrepreneurial partnerships. Notable milestones included the success of the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service), which awarded over 1,600 scholarships to Nigerians in 2023, and a groundbreaking entrepreneurial exchange program between North Rhine-Westphalia and Lagos. He said, “In the first half of 2024, 10 Nigerian startup entrepreneurs spent two months in North Rhine-Westphalia, one of Germany’s states. Shortly afterwards, 10 startup entrepreneurs from North Rhine-Westphalia spent one month in Lagos, a very successful booster for all of them.” Mr. Börner also spotlighted the German-Nigerian business forum, which recently witnessed the signing of a €40 million contract to enhance the waste management and recycling landscape in Lagos, as well as Germany’s co-funding of the MOWAA Institute, a museum project promoting archaeological and cultural collaboration between Nigeria and Germany. The Consul General’s speech ended with heartfelt gratitude to sponsors such as Bosch, Henkel, Julius Berger, KSP, and Millo for their contributions to fostering German-Nigerian partnerships. Special appreciation was also extended to his wife, Dr. Imke Börner, and the consulate staff for organising the event. He said, “A special thank you goes to you my dear Imke for all your engagement to foster the German-Nigerian friendship. Another big thank you goes to the consulate’s team, the consulate’s gardeners, our electricians and decorators for preparing this garden venue so nicely. A big thank you also goes to Radisson Blu for their excellent catering.” Adding a Nigerian perspective to the celebration, the Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, delivered a spirited speech. He lauded the significance of German reunification, calling it “a bold indicator of the power of unity” and emphasised Germany’s influence as a respected global economy. Governor Mbah also reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Germany, underscoring the friendship between the two nations. As the speeches concluded, the guests indulged in a delightful array of refreshments, including wine, prosecco, and expertly crafted canapés. The mingling continued well into the evening, with laughter and conversations filling the air, complemented by the soothing music that set a relaxed ambiance. The Day of German Unity reception not only celebrated a historic moment for Germany but also reinforced the dynamic and growing partnership between Germany and Nigeria. It was an evening of diplomacy, cultural exchange, and camaraderie—a testament to the enduring power of unity. Melissa Enoch Follow us on:time slots

The Australian share market may be trading within sight of a record high, but that doesn't mean there aren't any cheap ASX shares out there. For example, the two shares listed below could be undervalued and offer major upside according to analysts. Here's why they think they are cheap: ( ) Goldman Sachs thinks that this embattled fund manager's shares have been oversold in recent months. Especially after its funds under management (FUM) were only modestly impacted by its investments in the Adani Group. It explains: We retain our Buy rating on GQG: We lower our PT to $2.80 from A$3.00 to reflect the relatively muted impact on flows to date despite an outsized share price reaction resulting in a year P/E of SAN DIEGO (AP) — Syracuse coach Fran Brown and Washington State acting coach Pete Kaligis shared a heartfelt hug after their Holiday Bowl news conference on Thursday. Kaligis can certainly use all the support he can get, especially an embrace and some encouraging words from the opposing coach. No. 22 Syracuse (9-3, No. 21 CFP), led by national passing leader Kyle McCord, is a 17-point favorite according to BetMGM in Friday night's Holiday Bowl against the depleted Cougars (8-4), whose season has nosedived since mid-November. After beating future Pac-12 opponent San Diego State 29-26 on Oct. 26 at Snapdragon Stadium, coach Jake Dickert, quarterback John Mateer and the rest of the Cougars were 7-1 and about to jump into The Associated Press Top 25. Now the Cougars are barely recognizable as they return to Snapdragon. Dickert was hired away by Wake Forest, Mateer transferred to Oklahoma and running back Wayshawn Parker left for Utah. Numerous coaches, including the offensive and defensive coordinators, are gone, and more than 20 players have entered the transfer portal. The Cougars, who lost their last three games, are a prime example of how college football's rapidly changing landscape can dramatically affect a program. “Going into the ins-and-outs of the game tomorrow doesn’t matter,” Kaligis said. “We are who we are, we have what we have. I know that’s for both of us.” Kaligis said players who entered the portal after Dickert left can suit up Friday night. “I know we came here with 98 guys. That's who we’re going to show up on the field with.” Kaligis said relationships between players and coaches are more important than ever, even if there's less time to develop trust “and coach them the right way.” “When a staff (member) leaves and guys get in the portal, it’s because of the relationships they have garnered with their position coaches. When that position coach isn’t guaranteed he’s going to be there, that’s who that young man trusts,” Kaligis said. “I’ve been doing this for a long time," he added. "What’s been hard for me, I spent 13 years at Wyoming, I saw three graduating classes. I remember I was the longest-tenured coach there. To see them all the way through. When I came to Wazzu, I was their fourth D-line coach." The Cougs improved to 8-1 by beating Utah State 49-28 on Nov. 9 but then lost three straight, including to Oregon State in the de facto championship game between the two teams left in the Pac-12. They also lost to New Mexico and Wyoming, two of the Mountain West teams that weren't invited to join the reconstituted Pac-12 starting in 2026. McCord, who transferred from Ohio State, rewrote the Orange's record book this season with 4,326 yards passing, 29 touchdowns and 367 completions. He's well within range of breaking Deshaun Watson's ACC single-season record of 4,593, which he set in 15 games in 2016. A win will give Syracuse 10 wins for the first time since 2018 and just the third time since 2000. Brown can become the second Syracuse coach since World War II to record 10 wins in his first season, joining Paul Pasqualoni, who did it in 1991. In their final regular-season game, the Orange rallied from a 21-0 deficit for a 42-38 win against then-No. 6 Miami that knocked the Hurricanes out of ACC title contention and ended their College Football Playoff hopes. McCord threw for 380 yards and three touchdowns. “We want to go out and have a good game,” Brown said. “We have an opportunity of winning 10 games, which means you’re starting to become a successful program, right? Our players haven’t had a chance of winning a bowl game. So there’s a lot of things that are on the line for us to really be able to build our program and being able to move forward.” This will be the teams' second meeting. Syracuse beat Washington State 52-25 in 1979. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up . AP college football: and

Seahawks place RB Kenneth Walker III (ankle) on injured reserveFormer PM Manmohan Singh Passes Away: When ‘Maunmohan’ Took A Jab At Narendra Modi Against ‘Silent PM’Dr. Manmohan Singh was often criticized by the opposition and his political opponents, who dubbed him “Maunmohan Singh”—a Hindi term reflecting a “silent” minister. They argued that despite being Prime Minister, he remained silent and powerless in critical situations. A few months before losing power 11 years ago, Manmohan Singh dismissed claims of weakness, asserting that history would judge him more favorably than the contemporary media or the then-opposition BJP, now the ruling party. Critics within his own party were frustrated by his steadfastness on policy matters. According to various reports, Singh stated during his third and final press conference as Prime Minister, “I do not believe that I have been a weak Prime Minister...I honestly believe that history will be kinder to me than the contemporary media or for that matter the Opposition...Given the political compulsions, I have done the best I could do...It is for history to judge what I have done or what I have not done.” He took a jab at his critics who called him a silent prime minister, saying he was never afraid to talk to the media and regularly interacted with the press. This comment is seen as a subtle critique of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who hasn’t held a single press conference since taking office at that time. "People say I was the silent Prime Minister... I certainly would like to say that I was not the Prime Minister who was afraid of talking to the press”. – Dr. Manmohan Singh, Former Prime Minister of India. And certainly the last Prime Minister to give a press conference. pic.twitter.com/b6MeeqKNpS — Rohini Anand (@mrs_roh08) September 26, 2023 At the launch of his book “Changing India,” a five-volume set, in 2018, he said, “I was not the PM who was afraid of talking to the press. I met the press regularly, and on every foreign trip I undertook, I had a press conference on return. There are large number of those conferences described in the book. People say I was a silent PM, but will speak for themselves. I don’t want to boast about my achievements as PM, but the events are well described in these volumes.” Singh’s remark seemed politically charged, as Modi is often criticized by observers for avoiding media questions, despite having previously targeted Singh as “Maun-mohan” when he was in the opposition. This criticism stems from Modi’s reluctance to hold press conferences or engage directly with the media, a stark contrast to his earlier stance when he frequently accused Singh of being silent and ineffective. Observers note that Modi’s approach to media interactions has led to a perception of a lack of transparency and accountability, further fueling the political tension between the two leaders. At the launch, Singh also added “despite all the hiccups and hurdles, I have no doubt that India will get its action right. Despite the difficulty that may be on the horizon, this country is destined to be a major powerhouse of the global economy.” On the same day, Singh recalled his first budget speech, where he quoted Victor Hugo and said, “No power on earth can stop an idea whose time has come.” “I suggest to this august house that the emergence of India as a major economic power in the world happens to be one such idea. Let the whole world hear it loud and clear. India is now wide awake. We shall prevail. We shall overcome,” he quoted from his budget speech of 1991. Reflecting on how he became Finance Minister by “accident,” Singh shared that then-Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao initially wanted economist I.G. Patel for the role. However, when Patel declined, the position fell to Singh. “People say I was an accidental Prime Minister, but I was also an accidental Finance Minister,” he remarked humorously. Singh noted that despite changes in government at the Centre, the core direction of India’s economic policy has remained consistent since the reforms initiated in 1991, when he was Finance Minister. Singh stated that the five-volume book, which chronicles his journey as an economist, policymaker, and Prime Minister, stands as a testament to his contributions to the country. When asked about the relationship between the RBI and the government, Singh stressed the importance of a “strong, independent RBI” that works closely with the Central government. He expressed hope that the two entities would find ways to collaborate effectively. “One must respect the autonomy and independence of the RBI. At the same time, I would compare the relationship between the government and the RBI to that of a husband and wife. There will be hiccups and differences of opinion, but ultimately, these must be harmonized so that these two great institutions can work in harmony. Whoever is the Governor of the RBI, I wish him well,” he said. Singh’s tenure as Finance Minister is seen as a pivotal moment in India’s economic history. Confronted with a severe economic crisis, including a balance of payments issue and dwindling foreign reserves, he implemented transformative reforms that liberalized the economy, promoted privatization, and integrated India into global markets. These measures not only averted the crisis but also set India on a trajectory to become one of the world’s fastest-growing economies. His actions during this period are often credited with laying the foundation for the economic growth and development that followed, showcasing his vision and determination in the face of adversity. Also Read: Former PM Manmohan Singh Passes Away: The Man Who Reshaped India’s Economy – A Look Back! Written By Lakshmi Ranjith Updated By Lakshmi RanjithHigh school recruiting isn't the only way to build a winner in the transfer portal era

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SAN DIEGO (AP) — Syracuse coach Fran Brown and Washington State acting coach Pete Kaligis shared a heartfelt hug after their Holiday Bowl news conference on Thursday. Kaligis can certainly use all the support he can get, especially an embrace and some encouraging words from the opposing coach. No. 22 Syracuse (9-3, No. 21 CFP), led by national passing leader Kyle McCord, is a 17-point favorite according to BetMGM in Friday night's Holiday Bowl against the depleted Cougars (8-4), whose season has nosedived since mid-November. After beating future Pac-12 opponent San Diego State 29-26 on Oct. 26 at Snapdragon Stadium, coach Jake Dickert, quarterback John Mateer and the rest of the Cougars were 7-1 and about to jump into The Associated Press Top 25. Now the Cougars are barely recognizable as they return to Snapdragon. Dickert was hired away by Wake Forest, Mateer transferred to Oklahoma and running back Wayshawn Parker left for Utah. Numerous coaches, including the offensive and defensive coordinators, are gone, and more than 20 players have entered the transfer portal. The Cougars, who lost their last three games, are a prime example of how college football's rapidly changing landscape can dramatically affect a program. “Going into the ins-and-outs of the game tomorrow doesn’t matter,” Kaligis said. “We are who we are, we have what we have. I know that’s for both of us.” Kaligis said players who entered the portal after Dickert left can suit up Friday night. “I know we came here with 98 guys. That's who we’re going to show up on the field with.” Kaligis said relationships between players and coaches are more important than ever, even if there's less time to develop trust “and coach them the right way.” “When a staff (member) leaves and guys get in the portal, it’s because of the relationships they have garnered with their position coaches. When that position coach isn’t guaranteed he’s going to be there, that’s who that young man trusts,” Kaligis said. “I’ve been doing this for a long time," he added. "What’s been hard for me, I spent 13 years at Wyoming, I saw three graduating classes. I remember I was the longest-tenured coach there. To see them all the way through. When I came to Wazzu, I was their fourth D-line coach." The Cougs improved to 8-1 by beating Utah State 49-28 on Nov. 9 but then lost three straight, including to Oregon State in the de facto championship game between the two teams left in the Pac-12. They also lost to New Mexico and Wyoming, two of the Mountain West teams that weren't invited to join the reconstituted Pac-12 starting in 2026. McCord, who transferred from Ohio State, rewrote the Orange's record book this season with 4,326 yards passing, 29 touchdowns and 367 completions. He's well within range of breaking Deshaun Watson's ACC single-season record of 4,593, which he set in 15 games in 2016. A win will give Syracuse 10 wins for the first time since 2018 and just the third time since 2000. Brown can become the second Syracuse coach since World War II to record 10 wins in his first season, joining Paul Pasqualoni, who did it in 1991. In their final regular-season game, the Orange rallied from a 21-0 deficit for a 42-38 win against then-No. 6 Miami that knocked the Hurricanes out of ACC title contention and ended their College Football Playoff hopes. McCord threw for 380 yards and three touchdowns. “We want to go out and have a good game,” Brown said. “We have an opportunity of winning 10 games, which means you’re starting to become a successful program, right? Our players haven’t had a chance of winning a bowl game. So there’s a lot of things that are on the line for us to really be able to build our program and being able to move forward.” This will be the teams' second meeting. Syracuse beat Washington State 52-25 in 1979. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football

CLEVELAND (AP) — Shortly after doing a face-down snow angel, firing a few celebratory snowballs and singing “Jingle Bells” on his way to the media room, Jameis Winston ended his postgame news conference with a simple question. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * CLEVELAND (AP) — Shortly after doing a face-down snow angel, firing a few celebratory snowballs and singing “Jingle Bells” on his way to the media room, Jameis Winston ended his postgame news conference with a simple question. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? CLEVELAND (AP) — Shortly after doing a face-down snow angel, firing a few celebratory snowballs and singing “Jingle Bells” on his way to the media room, Jameis Winston ended his postgame news conference with a simple question. “Am I a Brown yet?” he asked. He is now. And who knows? Maybe for a lot longer than expected. Winston entered Cleveland football folklore on Thursday night by leading the Browns to a 24-19 win over the division rival Pittsburgh Steelers, who had their five-game winning streak stopped. Winston’s performance at Huntington Bank Field, which transformed into the world’s largest snow globe, not only made him an instantaneous hero in the eyes of Browns fans but added another wrinkle to the team’s ever-changing, never-ending quarterback conundrum. In his fourth start since Deshaun Watson’s season-ending Achilles tendon injury, Winston made enough big plays to help the Browns (3-8) get a victory that should quiet conjecture about coach Kevin Stefanski’s job. Some wins mean more than others. In Cleveland, beating the Steelers is as big as it gets. But beyond any instant gratification, Winston has given the Browns more to consider as they move forward. Watson’s future with Cleveland is highly uncertain since it will still be months before the team has a grip on whether he’s even an option in 2025, his fourth year since signing a $230 million, fully guaranteed contract that has proven calamitous. It’s also possible the Browns will cut ties with Watson. They signed Winston to a one-year contract to be Watson’s backup. But the unexpected events of 2024 have changed plans and led to the possibility that the 30-year-old Winston could become Cleveland’s full-time QB or a bridge to their next young one. So much is unclear. What’s not is that Winston, who leaped into the end zone on fourth-and-2 for a TD to put the Browns ahead 18-6 in the fourth quarter, is a difference maker. With his larger-than-life personality and the joy he shows whether practicing or throwing three touchdown passes, he has lifted the Browns. A man of faith, he’s made his teammates believe. Winston has done what Watson couldn’t: made the Browns better. “A very, very authentic person,” Stefanski said Friday on a Zoom call. “He’s the same guy every single day. He’s the same guy at 5 a.m. as he at 5 p.m. He brings great energy to everything he does, and I think his teammates appreciate that about him.” Winston, who is 2-2 as a starter with wins over the Steelers and Baltimore Ravens, has a knack for inspiring through fiery, preacher-like pregame speeches. But what has impressed the Browns is his ability to stay calm in the storm. “He doesn’t get rattled,” said Myles Garrett, who had three sacks against the Steelers. “He’s just tuned in and focused as anyone I’ve seen at that position. Turn the page. There was a turnover, came back to the sideline, ‘Love you. I’m sorry. We’re going to get it back.’ He was already on to the next one, ‘How can we complete the mission?’ “I have a lot of respect for him. First was from afar and now seeing it on the field in front of me, it’s a blessing to have someone who plays a game with such a passion and want-to. You can’t ask for a better teammate when they take those things to heart and they want to play for you like we’re actually brothers and that’s what we have to attain. That brotherhood.” What’s working Winston has done something else Watson couldn’t: move the offense. The Browns scored more than 20 points for just the second time this season, and like Joe Flacco a year ago, Winston has shown that Stefanski’s system works with a quarterback patient enough to let plays develop and unafraid to take shots downfield. What needs help The conditions certainly were a factor, but the Browns were a miserable 1 of 10 on third down, a season-long trend. However, Cleveland converted all four fourth-down tries, including a fourth-and-3 pass from Winston to Jerry Jeudy with 2:36 left that helped set up Nick Chubb’s go-ahead TD run. Stock up RT Jack Conklin. Garrett outplayed Steelers star T.J. Watt in their rivalry within the rivalry partly because Conklin did a nice job containing Pittsburgh’s edge rusher, who was held without a sack and had one tackle for loss. Conklin has made a remarkable comeback since undergoing reconstructive knee surgery last year. Stock down Owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam. Their desire to build a dome is well intended, but an indoor game could never come close to matching the surreal setting of Thursday night, when snow swirled throughout the stadium and covered nearly all the yard lines and hash marks. “It was beautiful,” Winston said. Injuries WR Cedric Tillman is in the concussion protocol. He had two catches before taking a big hit on the final play of the third quarter. Key numbers Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. 9 — Consecutive home wins for the Browns in Thursday night games. Three of those have come against Pittsburgh. What’s next An extended break before visiting the Denver Broncos on Dec. 2. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL Advertisement Advertisement

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