Archive June 22, 2025

FG Backs Plan To Build $400m Minerals Plant In Nasarawa

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The largest rare earth and critical minerals plant in Africa, which has the potential to produce over 10,000 jobs and jobs nationwide, has been fully supported by the Federal Government’s $400 million Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) plan.

Dele Alake, the minister of solid mineral development, praised Hasetins Commodities Limited, the project’s funders, for their involvement in President Bola Tinubu’s administration’s value-adding campaign and for confirming that mineral processing is the best way to remove the unemployed from the streets.

Segun Tomori, Special Assistant on Media to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, made this statement on Sunday. &nbsp,

As the company’s plans for the upcoming groundbreaking of the additional facility gain more weight, according to him, Hasetins hopes to increase its current installed capacity by 12 000 metric tons to 12 000 metric tons.

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Alake said the establishment of the plant would promote skills transfer and increase the contributions of the solid minerals sector to the economy. It is a significant milestone in efforts to boost investor confidence in the mining sector.

Alake praised Hasetins for its strategic foresight and patriotic investment in a $400 million rare earth metals plant while addressing the company’s Managing Director/CEO Prince Jidayi Ijudigal and his team during a courtesy visit.

“I’m pleased that this groundbreaking initiative has come to an end with our ongoing engagements.” The largest rare earth and critical metals plant in Africa, right here in Nigeria, is now being built with your assistance. &nbsp,

I commend your commitment to this crucial sector on behalf of the president, the ministry, and the Nigerian people. Your patriotic fervor confirms that our policies are working out well and producing tangible outcomes, Dr. Alake continued.

Prince Jidayi expressed his deep gratitude for the Minister’s leadership and reforms, which, according to him, have significantly boosted investor confidence and streamlined access to the mining sector.

We’ve seen changes to the licensing process and the introduction of mining marshals to stop illegal mining. Our decision to invest a lot in this project has been directly influenced by these efforts. We are also establishing regional separation plants, strengthening local communities, and, he said, “besides this flagship plant, we are also setting up regional separation plants.”

According to Prince Jidayi, the company’s business model allows artisanal miners to earn money right away by pre-separating metals locally. Additionally, the initiative includes community engagement, protective equipment, and training.

Peter Butt, Hasetins’ director of corporate affairs, also gave a speech in praise of Dr. Alake’s revitalization of the mining industry’s purpose and structure. He emphasized that the Minister’s strong emphasis on local value added supported the company’s choice to pursue a sustainable, community-driven development.

Rare earth metals and Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) are two of the key metals produced by Hasetins Commodities Ltd., a company that is dedicated to producing critical metals for high-tech applications and defense systems. &nbsp,

Dame Prue Leith’s son blasted as ‘condescending’ after rude remark about famous mum

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Dame Prue Leith’s son, Danny Kruger, has been labelled ‘arrogant’ and ‘condescending’ after saying his mother doesn’t ‘see sense’ in debate on the assisted dying law

Dame Prue Leith’s son blasted after saying she doesn’t ‘see sense’ in debate(Image: SWNS)

Dame Prue Leith’s son, Conservative MP Danny Kruger, has been hit with backlash after he spoke out on the assisted dying law and said his mother has not ‘seen sense’ and ‘come round’ to his ‘point of view’. After publicly sharing his opposing views to his mother, he was labelled ‘arrogant’ and ‘condescending’ by some viewers.

The Great British Bake Off star’s son has campaigned against assisted dying which will make it legal for people over the age of 18, who are terminally ill, to receive medical assistance to end their lives.

However, Prue has an opposing opinion to her son and has voiced her support for assisted dying after watching her brother, David, live through struggles at the end of his life.

In latest developments on the bill, it has been passed by 314 votes to 291, a majority of 23. Now the bill has to go through all the stages it went through in the Commons in the House of Lords, after which MPs will get a final say.

Dame Prue Leith’s son, Conservative MP Danny Kruger, has been hit with backlash after he spoke out on the assisted dying law and said his mother has not ‘seen sense’
Dame Prue Leith’s son, Conservative MP Danny Kruger, has been hit with backlash after he spoke out on the assisted dying law and said his mother has not ‘seen sense’ (Image: PA)

MP Danny Kruger, 50, appeared on BBC ’s Newsnight where he was asked for his thoughts on having opposing feelings on the bill to his mother, and how it might impact their relationship.

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The star’s son said: “This debate actually has not broken any friendships for me at all, including of my own Party and certainly with my mum. We seem to be able to disagree well on this. I think these are very profound issues, both in conscience but also practicality”.

He continued: “I regret my mum has not seen sense and come round to my point of view, but I understand why she hasn’t.”

The Great British Bake Off star’s son has campaigned against assisted dying which will make it legal for people over the age of 18, who are terminally ill, to receive medical assistance to end their lives
The Great British Bake Off star’s son has campaigned against assisted dying which will make it legal for people over the age of 18, who are terminally ill, to receive medical assistance to end their lives(Image: PA)

Viewers quickly took to social media, where Danny received backlash and was labelled ‘arrogant’ and ‘condescending’. One viewer commented: “Breathtaking arrogance towards Prue Leith”, while another said: “How arrogant. Accusing his own mother of not seeing sense, because she doesn’t share his views”. A third added: “Massive man baby has a tantrum because a woman has her own point of view”.

Dame Prue lost her brother David in 2012 and described him as her ‘best friend’ and ‘confidant’. She has been passionately campaigning for assisted dying following David’s struggle with bone cancer.

Dame Prue lost her brother David in 2012 and described him as her ‘best friend’ and ‘confidant’
Dame Prue lost her brother David in 2012 and described him as her ‘best friend’ and ‘confidant’(Image: Mark Bourdillon/ Love Productions)
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During an interview with Sky News, she detailed that David was in ‘absolute agony’ and that he was ‘begging for somebody to help him’ towards the end of lis life.

She said that the morphine only worked ‘for a couple of hours’ and that everyone suffered, including the nurses and his family. Dame Prue said: “For his family to be round while he was crying, begging to die, begging to be given more morphine, it was desperate to watch.” The GBBO star also said “I’ll miss him until the day I die” in a touching tribute.

Premier League contacts Chelsea over Boehly ticket website

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In the midst of controversy over Todd Boehly’s involvement in Vivid Seats, the Premier League has written to Chelsea to ask for clarification regarding the club’s position regarding ticket resellers.

Boehly also owns a 13% stake in Chelsea, and he is also an investor and director in Vivid, which the league refers to as an “unauthorized ticket seller.”

Chelsea games are listed on the website’s platform, with some tickets going for as much as £20,000 last season. Although it is permitted overseas, it is not permitted to operate in the United Kingdom.

In an open letter released in March, Chelsea Supporters’ Trust wrote to the Premier League asking them to “act and investigate” the situation because they thought it was both a “breach of trust and a clear conflict of interest.

At a Football Supporters’ Association event last week, Premier League CEO Richard Masters explained that the matter is being discussed with Chelsea at an ongoing conversation.

The Supporters’ Trust has also presented the government’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) with evidence against the American business.

For more information, Boehly, Chelsea, and Vivid have been contacted.

Sportico quoted Vivid CEO Stanley Chia as saying that “the company’s share price dropped by 61% this year due to economic and political volatility.”

Chelsea have recently pledged to stop ticket touting, but they won’t mention Vivid or any other ticket resellers, which the CST letter claimed was “encouraged “by.”

In the midst of struggles to find a singing section in the Conference League, there have been concerns about a “flat” atmosphere at Stamford Bridge, highlighted by previous manager Mauricio Pochettino and echoed by current head coach Enzo Maresca at times last season.

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Coleen Nolan’s daughter pregnant with first child as Loose Women stars celebrate news

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Coleen Nolan’s daughter, Ciara Fensome, is expecting her first child. The first time mum-to-be took to Instagram on Saturday (June 21) to share a stunning photo of herself cradling her growing bump.

She also posted a picture of herself and fiancé Maxx Innes proudly displaying their baby scan in a photo booth. Ciara, 24, captioned her post: “One of me is cute but two tho? Baby Innes pending..”

Coleen Nolan’s Loose Women co-star Ruth Langsford was quick to leave a congratulatory message, writing: “WONDERFUL! Congratulations!” Former panelist Saira Khan chimed in with: “Wow! ! Congratulations” alongside a red heart emoji.






Ciara announced the news in an adorable Instagram post
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Another comment read: “Omg massive congrats to you both! ! You two are gonna be the best parents, while another well-wisher added: “OMG, massive congratulations to you both! !”.

Later, Ciara updated her Instagram Story to tell her 17,300 followers that she can “finally” start posting her holiday photos following her announcement.

She’s currently on holiday in Faliraki with her mum, who has been sharing updates from their trip on social media.

This joyous news comes just over a year after Ciara got engaged to Maxx.






Ciara and Maxx


Ciara is expecting her first child with fiancé Maxx
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Instagram/ciarafensome)

In April 2025, a thrilled Coleen shared a photo of Ciara and her fiancé in a romantic pose, confirming her daughter was officially off the market.

“Well, what can I say….I’m so so delighted that @maxxinnes has asked my beautiful daughter @ciarafensome to marry him,” Coleen wrote at the time.

“I love them both soooo much. Miss them even more! Can’t wait to see them. Off to buy a hat x,” she wrote, ending her post with a crying laughing emoji.

Coleen’s post was met with a flurry of congratulations from her celebrity friends. “Congratulations @ciarafensome,” Loose Women co-star Denise Welch penned. Charlene White quickly chimed in with “congrats! ! !” and Kelle Bryan added, “Such lovely news.”

Despite divorcing Ciara’s father Ray in 2018, Coleen, who also shares two sons with ex Shane Richie, has maintained a close friendship with him.

The ITV star, who has yet to comment on the baby news, is already a grandmother to two children. In 2016, her eldest son Shane Jr welcomed a daughter named Amelia. Then, in November 2024, her son Jake became a father to a little boy.

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Wales enjoy ‘unreal’ send-off for Euro 2025

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“The work begins with a week in Portugal,” the author says.

Wales’ flight from Cardiff Airport to Portugal on Sunday afternoon sparked new levels of excitement, but captain Angharad James’ message was straightforward.

As fans had the chance to bid farewell to those who are slated to embark on what they hope will be the summer of a lifetime, messages read “Good luck Wales” and “Come on Wales” were prominently displayed on cards and banners.

In front of the terminal entrance, a steel band performed while Rhian Wilkinson, the head coach, and the players posed for photos with supporters and signed merchandise.

Wales is now in full swing as a result of their week-long training camp in the Algarve, which will make their tournament debut against the Netherlands in Lucerne on July 5th, making the dream come even closer.

And Wales, according to James, are fully deserving of their place on the biggest stage.

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After last week’s announcement of her 23-player Euros squad from the summit of Yr Wyddfa, also known as Snowdon, Wilkinson was eager to acquiesce to Craig Bellamy’s men’s side, who also trained in the south of Portugal in advance of their recent World Cup qualifiers with Liechtenstein and Belgium.

The 43-year-old manager, who is from Canada, has made it frequently a point to see Wales enjoy themselves in Switzerland starting next month and to put her side in the same league as the best.

Hannah Cain, the opener’s scorer against the Republic of Ireland on December 3 and the result that earned Wilkinson’s side a spot at the upcoming tournament, exemplified this message.

The Leicester City defender described the airport welcome as “unreal” and said, “It’s unbelievable.”

It’s amazing because we didn’t know this was going to be all there.

Jess Fishlock, 38, is the party’s most senior member in Wales, having reached the party’s seniority.

The Seattle Reign midfielder, whose 162 caps and 47 goals for her country are records, is perhaps the most deserving of a seat on the plane given her outstanding contributions to Wales since making her senior debut against the Swiss in 2006, which included making her senior debut in 2006.

And Fishlock paid a heartfelt tribute to those who had traveled to Rhoose to deliver the Welsh squad’s unforgettable welcome.

“This is stunning, and it means a lot to local clubs. She said, “It’s everything we’ve ever wanted.”

Before boarding the Boeing 737, all 23 squad members and boss Wilkinson posed for one final photo from the aircraft’s staircase before the assembled media took a photo.

As the plane rolled between two fire and rescue trucks while spraying water in a cannon salute, which is customarily reserved for a plane’s first flight, it received one final send off before leaving the Welsh tarmac.

After their opening game against the Dutch on July 9 and England on July 13, James is undoubtedly aware of the magnitude of the task that awaits them.

However, the 31-year-old warned those who were underestimating Wilkinson’s team in some way.

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