Of heritage sites and disaster management
Climate change is already resulting in the loss and damage of cultural heritage sites; this loss is not limited to historical heritage sites alone; it is also affecting communities and their cultural traditions. However, there have been frequent reports of large-scale disasters across heritage sites; these disasters have caused widespread damage to the heritage sites and the cities. Therefore, there is a need for a specialised approach to disaster risk management of heritage sites. In light of the disaster challenges, there is a need to develop disaster risk management strategies for heritage sites, which is paramount in overall planning and management. This planning will require skilled professionals, administrators, and policymakers who can consider various aspects of developing risk management plans for heritage sites.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
July 28, 2024 03:58 UTC
US defends law mandating TikTok sale
TikTok’s lawsuit, filed in a Washington federal court, argues that the law infringes on First Amendment rights, particularly regarding free speech. In its response, the US government asserts that the law is designed to address national security concerns rather than free speech issues. Officials also highlighted national security concerns, noting that China has been actively pursuing large datasets of Americans through various means, including cyber activity and data purchases. TikTok has challenged the divestiture requirement, arguing that it is “simply not possible” to meet the deadline stipulated by the law. That effort was stalled by a federal judge who blocked Trump’s actions, citing overstated reasons and potential threats to free speech.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
July 27, 2024 21:15 UTC
Dialogue with protest organisers, Isoko youths tell Tinubu
Isoko youths in Delta state have urged President Bola Tinubu to dialogue with the proposed nationwide protest organisers as well as reviewing some of his administration’s policies that are causing hardship to Nigerians. The youths under the aegis of Isoko National Youth Assembly (INYA) Worldwide also appealed to the youths in the country and security agencies to avoid violent protests and destruction of national and state assets if the protest goes ahead due to failure to dialogue . The proposed protest is only a natural response which is the least the vast majority of those who live below the baseline can do at this material time. “Revaluate its priorities and address head-on on issues such as inflation, insecurity and high cost of governance. No one benefits from the destruction of national assets, if anything, it increases the suffering which the protest stands against.”ALSO READ THESE TOP STORIES FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNE
Source:Nigerian Tribune
July 27, 2024 20:04 UTC
Senator Ifeanyi Ubah dies at 52
The Senator representing Anambra South in the National Assembly, Ifeanyi Ubah, is dead. Ubah, who was the Chief Executive Officer of Capital Oil, was said to have died in a hotel in London, the United Kingdom, on Saturday. Senate spokesperson, Yemi Adaramodu, confirmed Ubah’s death to our correspondent on Saturday. In September 2022, Ubah escaped assassination when he was attacked by gunmen on his way to Nnewi in Enugwu-Ukwu in Anambra State. His convoy was shot at, and at least five persons, including two policemen, were killed.
Source:Punch
July 27, 2024 19:56 UTC
Protest: Obanikoro appeals to youths to be patient with Tinubu
However, he urged the youth to trust in the government’s efforts to address their concerns and work towards a better future. Obanikoro reiterated that the youth are the backbone of the nation and the driving force behind change. The statement reads in parts: “My dear young ones and all Nigerians, I appeal to you to be patient with President Tinubu to make things right. Furthermore, the possibility of those who doesn’t mean well for the country to hijack the protest is real. “Despite the frustrations, it is crucial to trust in the government’s efforts to address your concerns.
Source:The Guardian
July 27, 2024 19:11 UTC
IGP Egbetokun releases conditions for August 1 nationwide protest
Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Olukayode Egbetokun, issued guidelines on Friday for the planned nationwide protest on August 1. Addressing journalists in Abuja, Egbetokun emphasized the importance of maintaining public safety and order during the demonstrations. “Providing this information will enable the police to deploy adequate personnel and resources to ensure public safety,” Egbetokun stated. Egbetokun disclosed that the police had been monitoring the threats surrounding the planned protest. Egbetokun also expressed concerns about foreign mercenaries’ involvement in the planned protest, urging Nigerians to exercise caution and think twice before joining any protest group.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
July 27, 2024 12:50 UTC
Uniform minimum wage may lead to job losses, SAN warns
He stated this against the backdrop of the newly approved minimum wage of N70,000 by President Bola Tinubu which was also passed into law on Tuesday by the National Assembly. Ali argued that the current system of a uniform national minimum wage did not account for the economic disparities between states, which could lead to adverse outcomes such as job losses and financial strain on less affluent states. Labour unions, on the other hand, staunchly opposed this move, arguing that it could lead to disparities in workers’ pay and conditions across different states. He stated, “Ensuring a fair minimum wage is not only a matter of economic justice but also a fundamental aspect of maintaining social stability and national cohesion. We all claim that we are running a federal system.
Source:Punch
July 27, 2024 11:02 UTC
Police parade 13 kidnap suspects, recover explosives
The Anambra State Police Command said it recovered no fewer than 20 improvised explosive devices, rifles, and other exhibits during several operations carried out in different parts of the state. The Commissioner of Police in Anambra, Nnaghe Itam, disclosed this to journalists in Awka, during a press briefing on Friday, adding that police operatives and other sister agencies carried out the operations. During the briefing, the CP also paraded 13 suspects who he said were arrested in different parts of the state for various offenses such as kidnapping, armed robbery, and cult-related crimes. Itam noted that the arms and ammunition were recovered from the suspects; he also announced that the police operatives and other sister security agencies recovered about 20 improvised explosive devices, in different parts of the state, where the gunmen strategically positioned them for detonation. He added, “The recovered bombs include: attacking Mile IED (recovered from ESN Camp at Ugbenu, close to Isuaniocha in Awka North LGA); attacking Mile IED (recovered from Aguluezechukwu ESN Camp); six light-and-spark IEDs (recovered from Ogbunka ESN Camp); nine light-and-spark IEDs (recovered from ESN Camp); and two light-and-spark IEDs (recovered from a vehicle abandoned by ESN along Ogbunka axis).”
Source:Punch
July 27, 2024 10:52 UTC
Review petrol price, electricity tariff to tackle cost of living, Traditional rulers tell Tinubu
The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar-led National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria, has advised President Bola Tinubu to address the high cost of living by reducing the prices of petroleum products, electricity tariffs, and agricultural inputs. The council urged governments at all levels to focus on poverty alleviation, infrastructure development, employment generation, and combating corruption. The traditional rulers supported the government’s establishment of Price Control and Commodity Boards to manage food and commodity prices effectively. On security, the council called for increased manpower and equipment for the military, police, and other paramilitary agencies to enhance national security. It also encouraged National Youth Service Corps members and other youth groups to engage in agricultural activities to boost food production.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
July 27, 2024 10:13 UTC
Paris Olympics 2024: live schedule
About the live scheduleSearch for every event and start time at the Paris Olympics with our comprehensive live schedule. From the football pitch to the pool, via track and field and much more, use our filter tool to pinpoint the sports and disciplines you want to follow most so that you don’t miss a thing. We have previews, group tables, key events and all the information you could possibly need so that you can delve further into the events as they take over the French capital.
Source:The Guardian
July 27, 2024 01:46 UTC
Submit your names, addresses to Police, IGP tells protest organisers
“However, some individuals promote peaceful protests with violent undertones, raising concerns about their sincerity. “And I just gave the guidelines that protest groups, groups who intend to protest, there are guidelines for them to follow. The forum noted: “Firstly, it is important to recognize that a tense society is often characterized by polarized opinions, conflicting ideologies, and deep-seated emotions. “Secondly, the ills of protest in a tense society lie in the potential for manipulation and exploitation by various stakeholders. “Lastly, another consequence of protests in a tense society is the negative impact on the economy and daily life.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
July 26, 2024 23:48 UTC
The Gaza orphanage director: I carried a small boy with cerebral palsy to safety – but he died soon after
Composite: Guardian Design; Supplied imageHazem Rahma, 39, is a director at Mubarrat Al Rehmat orphanage in Gaza City. Five of our wards are girls who are over 18, but since they have no families they stay with us. I carried Iyas, a five-year-old with cerebral palsy who is blind and deaf, and my six-year-old son walked next to me. Another challenge I did not expect is that we are getting new children to look after. We have a three-month-old boy – we called him Malek – a two-month-old girl, Yazan, and a five-week-old girl with Down’s syndrome.
Source:The Guardian
July 26, 2024 22:57 UTC
PICTORIAL: Beautiful scenes from 2024 Paris Olympics
The opening ceremony for the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France is currently underway as star athletes, musicians, world leaders and fans troop in from across the world to witness the colourful event. Up to 500,000 people are watching in person from specially built stands, where tickets have sold for up to 2,700 euros ($2,900), on the river banks for free, and from the overlooking balconies and apartments, AFP reports. This is the first time when the Olympics opening parade will be moved outside the main athletics stadium, and into the heart of the capital — in keeping with their motto “Games Wide Open.”See photos below
Source:Punch
July 26, 2024 19:30 UTC
I don’t have any cabal, sponsor to compensate -Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has allayed fears of manipulation by any interest group in the ongoing economic reforms by his government. READ ALSO: Tinubu, Igbo nation, others mourn demise of Iwuanyanwu at 82”One of the most potent elements of defence is a good conscience. The President said protests, fuelled by anger and hate, could degenerate into violence and set the country backwards. They hold meetings and sponsor anger,” the President told the religious leaders,” he said. In his remarks, Lau assured the President of support with prayers and more sensitisation.
Source:The Guardian
July 26, 2024 19:03 UTC
Nationwide hardship protest: A timely warning
There is nothing wrong with a peaceful demonstration and a lawful legitimate protest. Worse still there is a covert and subterranean attempt to provoke the security forces to open mutiny and rebellion against constituted authority and thereby truncuate our democracy. This is unacceptable and no responsible Government will sit back and allow it to happen. I urge those that are behind this surreptitious, subterranean and sinister subterfuge to have a rethink and not spark off a reaction from the security forces that they will later regret. The way forward is to put off the protest, exercise patience, enter dialogue with the Federal Government and express our collective concerns in a lawful, restrained, responsible and legitimate manner.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
July 26, 2024 19:00 UTC