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2025 Will Be Greater For Nigerians- Primate Ndukuba—-The Primate Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion, Most Rev’d Henry Ndukuba, says 2025 will be a better year for Nigerians.

Ndukuba made the assertion at a news conference on the state of the nation on Monday in Abuja.

He said that though 2024 was a challenging year for Nigerians, the country would reap many benefits from its present situation in the year 2025.

He said that the removal of fuel subsidy, increase in oil prices, hyperinflation in food prices, and the financial difficulties, no doubt made 2024 more challenging than 2023.

He, however, likened the challenges to the pain of childbearing that comes with much joy at the end of the day.

Ndukuba commended the country’s fiscal and economic managers, especially the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), for striving to ensure stability in the country’s economy.

He also commended Nigerians’ resilience, hope, prayers, endurance, and perseverance, even under the weight of economic hardship and insecurity.

“If you will ask me about 2024, I will say that 2025 will be better and greater than 2024. What we have experienced and seen this year is part of the process of bringing us to where we are going.

“That will not mean that in 2025, there will be no challenges. The challenges will still be there. But, what we trust God is that the solution will begin to play out.

“We will begin to reap much more of what has been sown this year, and there will be better stability.

“Not only in the terms of our value for our naira, but also in fuel pump prices and also some of the micro and macroeconomic policies that are already being put in place will begin to play out,’’ he said.

Ndukuba, however, urged the country to tackle the issues of greed and corruption if the country must enjoy the good tiding of 2025.

On the Christmas celebration, Ndukuba advised Nigerian Christians to celebrate with moderation in line with the economic reality.

According to him, Christian faithful should avoid squandering all they gathered throughout the year in the name of celebrating Christmas.

He rather stressed on the need to celebrate the season with Christ in their heart by supporting, and sharing with one another with the love of God, especially the less privileged in the society.

“In whatever we do, whether we eat or we drink, it must be done in moderation. Let us not indulge in things that will dishonour God or dishonour our dignity as human beings.

“We know that the situation in Nigeria today is so dire and challenging that some families may not even have the usual rice and the food and meat to celebrate. So whatever we have, let’s share with others,’’ he said.

Ndukuba also urged Nigerians to use the season of Christmas to foster reconnection between the leaders and the followers.

“There is so much for us to learn from the lessons of Christmas, both the followers and leaders.

“The leaders must learn to love and appreciate the citizens as well cherish the fact that the opportunity given to them is for a purpose.

“It is for the good of the common man and not an opportunity for them to amass as much as they could,’’ he said.

He said that the poverty in the country was not because “Nigeria is poor’’ but a demonstration of greed manifesting in corruption.

“Unless we kill it, no matter our religiosity, Nigeria will remain a country that is almost being vandalised.

“But we are trusting God that there will be a turnaround and a change of heart,’’ Ndukuba said.

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BREAKING: Manchester City Agree £125m Deal to Sign Enzo Fernández From Chelsea On Deadline Day

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BREAKING: Manchester City Agree £125m Deal to Sign Enzo Fernández From Chelsea On Deadline Day—-Cityzens have reached a British record-equalling agreement with Chelsea for the Argentina international on Deadline Day, with Fernández set to undergo his medical.

Manchester City have agreed a £125 million deal with Chelsea to sign Enzo Fernández in one of the biggest transfers of Deadline Day.

The agreement, reported by Sky Sports and other leading outlets, will see the Argentina international leave Stamford Bridge for the Etihad Stadium in a move that matches the British transfer record previously set by Liverpool’s £125m signing of Alexander Isak.

Fernández is expected to undergo his medical before completing the transfer, with City working against the clock to finalise the deal before the summer transfer window closes.

Maresca Reunites With Fernández

The move will see Fernández reunite with Enzo Maresca, who previously coached him at Chelsea and is now Manchester City’s manager.

Maresca is understood to have been a major driving force behind City’s pursuit of the midfielder as he looks to reshape his squad and strengthen the centre of midfield.

Fernández played an important role during Maresca’s time at Stamford Bridge, helping Chelsea win major silverware before the Italian manager’s move to Manchester.

Chelsea Accept Record Fee

Chelsea signed Fernández from Benfica in January 2023 for approximately £107 million, making him one of the most expensive players in Premier League history at the time.

Just over three years later, Chelsea have agreed to sell the 25-year-old for £125 million, representing a significant return on their original investment.

The Argentine had recently been left out of Chelsea’s squad for successive matches, increasing speculation that his Stamford Bridge future was coming to an end.

City Make Deadline-Day Statement

Manchester City had been pursuing Fernández for much of the summer, but negotiations intensified dramatically as the transfer deadline approached.

Chelsea had previously valued their midfielder at around £120 million and had initially expected him to remain at the club after an earlier deadline for bids passed without a formal offer. However, City’s interest never disappeared, and the two clubs eventually found an agreement on Deadline Day.

The final £125 million package now puts Fernández level with the British transfer record.

Fernández Begins New Chapter

For Fernández, the transfer brings an end to a turbulent period at Chelsea and opens a new chapter under a manager he already knows.

The World Cup-winning midfielder arrived in England with enormous expectations after starring for Argentina and Benfica.

At Manchester City, he will be expected to become a central figure in Maresca’s midfield and help the club compete on multiple fronts.

A Record-Breaking Transfer

The £125 million agreement places Fernández among the most expensive players in football history and makes the Deadline Day transfer one of the biggest stories of the summer window.

City are now racing to complete the remaining formalities, including the medical, before the deadline.

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BREAKING: Tottenham Agree Double Deal With Chelsea for Mudryk and Tosin

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BREAKING: Tottenham Agree Double Deal With Chelsea for Mudryk and Tosin—-Spurs reach agreement with Chelsea for Mykhailo Mudryk and Tosin Adarabioyo, with Mudryk arriving on loan with a £75m option to buy and Tosin joining permanently.

Tottenham Hotspur have struck a double agreement with Chelsea to sign Mykhailo Mudryk and Tosin Adarabioyo as the north London club makes a late push to strengthen its squad.

The deal will see Mudryk join Tottenham on a season-long loan, while the Ukrainian winger’s agreement includes a £75 million option to buy at the end of the loan spell.

Importantly, the £75m clause is not mandatory, meaning Tottenham will have the choice to make Mudryk’s move permanent rather than being obliged to complete the purchase.

Meanwhile, defender Tosin Adarabioyo is set to leave Chelsea on a permanent transfer after the two clubs reached an agreement over his move.

Mudryk Gets Chance to Revive Career

Mudryk’s temporary switch to Tottenham provides the 25-year-old with an opportunity to rebuild his career after a difficult period at Stamford Bridge.

The winger arrived at Chelsea with huge expectations but has struggled to establish himself as a consistent first-team player.

His move to Tottenham could give him regular playing time and the chance to demonstrate the qualities that made him one of Europe’s most highly rated young attackers before his move to England.

The presence of Roberto De Zerbi could also prove important. The Tottenham manager is familiar with Mudryk from their time together at Shakhtar Donetsk and is understood to have played a role in Spurs’ decision to pursue the winger.

£75m Option Gives Spurs Flexibility

A major feature of the agreement is the £75m purchase option included in Mudryk’s loan deal.

Tottenham will not be required to pay the £75m at the end of the season.

Instead, the club will be able to assess Mudryk’s performances throughout the campaign before deciding whether to trigger the option and make his move permanent.

That arrangement gives Spurs flexibility while allowing Mudryk an entire season to prove that he can become a long-term asset for the club.

Tosin Set for Permanent Tottenham Move

While Mudryk’s future will remain open until the end of his loan spell, Tosin is expected to make a permanent move to Tottenham.

The centre-back has agreed personal terms with Spurs and is set to complete the remaining formalities before his transfer is finalised.

Tosin’s departure brings an end to his spell at Chelsea, where competition for places in defence has made regular first-team opportunities increasingly difficult to secure.

Tottenham view the experienced defender as an important addition to their defensive options.

Tottenham Complete Late Chelsea Double Swoop

The agreement represents a significant piece of late transfer-window business for Tottenham.

Spurs have moved quickly to secure both players as they look to strengthen their squad and provide De Zerbi with additional options for the new campaign.

Mudryk’s arrival could add pace and attacking width to Tottenham’s frontline, while Tosin provides additional quality and experience in defence.

With the clubs now having reached agreements, attention turns to completing the remaining formalities and medicals before the transfer window closes.

The Deal at a Glance

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