In his first Test match as India’s captain, Shubman Gill scored a 56-ball half-century, his quickest in Test cricket, to put his side in command of 181-2 on Headingley’s opening day of the first Test against England.
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Through the creation and deployment of smart police stations throughout the country, Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB) and the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF) have established a strategic partnership to promote digital transformation in the country’s security sector.
According to reports, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at Galaxy Backbone’s Abuja headquarters as a significant step in the implementation of the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Digital Transformation Agenda.
Authorities claim it reflects the two institutions’ commitment to creating a law enforcement system that is both technologically advanced, responsive, and transparent.
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The collaboration, according to Professor Ibrahim Adeyanju, Managing Director/CEO of Galaxy Backbone, marked a turning point in Nigeria’s effort to integrate digital governance, during the signing ceremony. This agreement reflects our shared desire for a more inclusive, resilient, and smart Nigeria. We are incorporating cutting-edge technology into the foundation of our security architecture through this partnership,” he said.
GBB will provide high-speed fiber connectivity, cloud computing infrastructure, and cutting-edge ICT tools to support the deployment of smart police stations in accordance with the agreement’s terms. These locations will have advanced policing-related capabilities like artificial intelligence-driven capabilities, digital case management systems, secure communication platforms, and real-time surveillance.
The project is anticipated to shorten police response times, streamline information sharing, and increase transparency throughout police operations, according to the Nigeria Police Trust Fund. Additionally, the Smart Policing initiative hopes to boost public confidence in law enforcement by enabling more reliable and reliable decision-making.
Additionally, Professor Adeyanju noted that the initiative is in line with Galaxy Backbone’s role as the government’s digital backbone, highlighting the value of collaboration in addressing national issues. The future of governance is secure, resilient, and digitally connected. He continued, “This partnership brings us closer to that reality.”
The MoU supports the wider Integrated Digital Transformation Strategy (2025-2028), which aims to expand the scope of technology’s contribution to national development and delivery of public services.
Top GBB and NPTF officials, as well as Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy officials, attended the event. The Nigeria Police Force’s operational effectiveness would be enhanced by this partnership, according to stakeholders’ optimism.
Quincy Promes, a former Ajax winger, will serve a seven-and-a-half year prison sentence for aggravated assault and drug trafficking.
Last week, the 33-year-old was detained in Dubai at the request of the Dutch police.
Promes, who has been capped 50 times for the Netherlands, was given a six-year prison sentence in February 2024 for his part in the smuggling of more than a tonne of cocaine from Belgium into the Netherlands in 2020.
He has not yet served any time in prison for the crimes he committed in 2020, which he had previously been given an 18-month prison sentence for for allegedly stabbing his cousin in the knee at a family gathering.
The Dutchman has since been returned to the Netherlands, according to a prosecutor’s representative.
Promes made his Twente senior debut in 2009, making his first appearance since joining the club in 2009 with Russian side Spartak Moscow. He spent three years there.
Promes spent just one year in Spain before moving back to the Netherlands with Ajax after four years in the Russian capital.
In 2021, he rejoined Spartak Moscow, and he followed for three more years in Russia before making a move to Dubai United.
The winger scored seven goals for the national team in 2014, his first of Promes’ 50 caps. His final cap was from 2023.
Chelsee Healey was in the public gallery as her long-term partner and father of her child, Edward Rainford, was sentenced to two years in prison for his part in what a judge described as a “boutique” cannabis supply chain.
After admitting their involvement in the sale of cannabis between November 2022 and September 2023, Rainford, 32, and co-defendant Jay Boyd, 28, made an appearance at Manchester Crown Court. A Class B drug supply network investigation led to the investigation, which was conducted by Greater Manchester Police.
Last July, Surveillance discovered Rainford and Boyd openly discussing drug deals in a Costa Coffee location while they were speaking in coded terms like “33 per cent,” “a 4.5,” and “it’s a risk.” Soon after, a Swinton property was raided and found a “list of debtors” and cannabis. Both men were later linked to the operation thanks to phone data that discovered Boyd’s fingerprints at the scene.
Prosecutor Gwen Henshaw provided images and videos showcasing cannabis products and stacks of cash, as well as detailed information on specific strains like “Wedding Cake” and “Gorilla Glue.” If you’re interested, one of the messages from Rainford read, “I think I’ve got a quick one for us.” Another request was for product footage to be shared.
Henshaw told the court, “The pair weren’t just users.” They were constantly providing and aware of their own seriousness.
Judge Peter Horgan reaffirmed their agreement, noting that “they collaborated to sell large amounts of cannabis.” He made no mention of high-level organized crime. He claimed that while this wasn’t a sizable business, there were others who were buying from them and selling on.
Mark Friend, Rainford’s attorney, claimed that the former Army service member had no other interests because of money. “No complex systems or phone systems were present,” he added. He argued that it lacks sophistication. He was a component of a larger operation, he said.
Despite acknowledging Rainford’s poor decision-making, a friend noted that he had strong family support and a willingness to work following his release. He asserted that he doesn’t fear the pressure. He claims to have a stepdaughter and a child who “believes he can live a law-abiding life.”
Judge Horgan, however, found the repeated references to Rainford’s military history unsatisfying. He said, “There is only so much that you can draw from the same well.”
When he was detained, he reminded Rainford that despite a previous prison sentence for violence, he was still operating legally. The judge remarked, “You left your partner to raise two children and your family down.” This wasn’t a misstep; it continued for months.
Jay Boyd, who cohabitated with his mother and recently earned a degree in air conditioning engineering, also received an 18-month prison sentence. His attorney, Tanya Elahi, characterized his involvement as a one-time error in judgment after a difficult financial situation.
The judge disagreed, though. According to Horgan, “a lapse in judgment does not occur over a number of months.” You made the decision to commit criminal activity for profit. The only appropriate response is to “Custody.”
There’s nothing better than a summer soiree, and the best events need something a little special to mark the occasion. Whether you’ve got a day at the races, a summer wedding or a launch event like Stacey Solomon had this week, it’s the perfect opportunity to dress up and feel your best.
Stacey looked stunning in Club L London’s Parina Pink Strappy Volume-Hem Midi Dress for her Airwick event, which was the perfect summertime outfit for formal occasions. With her pink version still in stock, as well as 11 other colors and prints to choose from, Stacey’s exact dress is still accessible for £110.
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Stacey shared some snaps on her Instagram stories and was tagged in several photos on Instagram, including one of her and influencer Fatima Flatt together which showed off her gorgeous pink dress. Stacey even shared a video of herself post-event back at Pickle Cottage tending to her chickens and ducks whilst still wearing the dress – if that doesn’t convince us of how comfortable it is, nothing will!
With a fitted bodice, flattering and supportive square neckline, wide shoulder straps, and a flattering and supportive square neckline, Stacey’s Parina Pink Midi Dress is both tailored and flowing. The dress is then flared out into a flowing, pleated midi skirt, with the entire ensemble made of scuba crepe, which aids in body contour.
We found two affordable alternatives to Stacey’s dress if you’re looking for something a little less expensive. The £72 Mixed Fabric Bubble Hem Midi Dress from Abercrombie & Fitch is now priced at £49.99. It is also available in petite, regular, and tall lengths to ensure a perfect fit.
Stacey’s has a stiff poplin midi skirt and stretchy cotton bodice, which lends it a slightly laidback vibe. The Linen-Blend Square Neck Ruffle Midi Dress, available at Cider, costs just £29 and features a more structured corset-style body and a voluminous midi skirt.
However, if Stacey’s dress caught your attention, it can be purchased in sizes six to sixteen from Club L London’s website, which advises sizing up and down to ensure the ideal fit. The scuba crepe fabric makes it comfortable and flattering to wear all day (and night) and also has stretch to it.
President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Benue State was criticized by Franc Utoo, an indigenous resident of Yelwata town in Benue State, saying the majority of the people they met were dignitaries from Abuja and not Yelwata people whose relatives were allegedly killed by suspected herdsmen.
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