2024 Hajj: Kebbi loses pilgrim in Mecca
The Kebbi Pilgrims Welfare Board has announced the death of one of its pilgrims named Tawalkatu Alako from Jega Local Government Area. The board’s Executive Chairman, Alhaji Faruku Aliyu-Enabo, disclosed this in a statement issued to journalists on Sunday. He said, “The deceased died on Saturday after a brief illness and her funeral prayer took place at the Al-Masjid Al-Haram (Ka’aba). The chairman, on behalf of the Kebbi government, extended his heartfelt condolences to her immediate family, Kebbi pilgrims, and the entire people of the state. Aliyu-Enabo prayed to Almighty Allah to forgive her shortcomings and grant her Jannatul Firdaus.
Source:Punch
May 26, 2024 13:12 UTC
Rising interest rate will compound unemployment – Economists
Business owners have lamented that the recent interest rate increase by the Central Bank of Nigeria would have negative effects on businesses in the country. In all, the MPC has increased the interest rate by 750 basis points since February. The committee in February increased the interest rate by 400 basis points which was 22.75 per cent as against the initial 18.75 per cent. However, the economists and business owners said that the continued increase would affect several businesses and hinder business owners from accessing loans. She said, “Right now, the loan is a no-go area because of the interest rate.
Source:Punch
May 26, 2024 02:49 UTC
Oyo: Army Division launches manhunt for kidnappers, illegal miners
Concerned about the rate of kidnappings in Oyo, coupled with illegal mining being carried out, the headquarters, 2 Division Garrison of the Nigerian Army in Ibadan, has begun operations against the vices within its Area of Responsibility (AoR). This was disclosed by the Division’s acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Lt. Col. Polycarp Okoye on Saturday. The operation, codenamed “Operation Omi Gbona” commenced on Tuesday, May 21, as a result of the growing incidences of kidnapping, illegal mining, armed robbery, and other crimes, currently prevalent in the area. This reportedly made them search for the nearest possible safe havens to continue their criminal activities; hence their obvious presence in the South West Region. “It is in this light, that the headquarters, 2 Division Garrison of the Nigerian Army in Ibadan, has commenced anti-kidnap and illegal mining operations, codenamed ‘OPERATION OMI GBONA,’ within 2 Division Area of Responsibility.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
May 26, 2024 02:45 UTC
Top 8 highest paying IT jobs 2024
A software engineer is responsible for updating software, optimising performance and performing maintenance. Unlike software developers who build solutions for consumers, software engineers design software solutions — they create original code for applications and software, including reusable code. Nigeria’s average salary per annum as a software engineer is N4.2 million. User Experience DesignerUser Experience Designer, also known as “UX”, creates and engages user experience to implore customers and to satisfy them. The average amount you can earn annually as a user experience designer is 1.8 million Naira7.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
May 25, 2024 17:49 UTC
Menstrual hygiene, problem for both rural, urban women — Experts
It has been lamented that people assume only women in rural areas are ignorant of menstrual hygiene management. This assertion was made by the CEO of Period Reality, Marlou Cornelissen, while giving an overview of the male and female cycle during a sensitization event on menstrual hygiene management for secondary school girls and female corps members in Bauchi State. Marlou Cornelissen, who joined the meeting virtually, said, “We discovered that even urban dwellers have the same problem. The event was the kickoff of the campaign, which fortunately coincided with the International Day for Menstrual Hygiene Materials. Various CSOs in Bauchi, such as ASHH Foundation, CARD, and CiG Foundation, are part of the sensitization, which was the first of several urban area sensitizations.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
May 25, 2024 15:49 UTC
Modi’s struggling rivals vote as India election resumes
Modi’s political opponents and international rights campaigners have long sounded the alarm on India’s shrinking democratic space. US think-tank Freedom House said this year that the BJP had “increasingly used government institutions to target political opponents”. – Heatwave ‘red alert’ –India is voting in seven phases over six weeks to ease the immense logistical burden of staging an election in the world’s most populous country. The India Meteorological Department warned of heightened health risks for infants, the elderly and those with chronic diseases. More than 968 million people are eligible to vote in the Indian election, with the final round of polling on June 1 and results expected three days later.
Source:The Guardian
May 25, 2024 14:05 UTC
Nigeria will generate 6,000MW of electricity by Dec, says Minister
Nigeria is going to generate 6,000 megawatts of electricity before the end of this year, the Federal Government declared on Friday. Nigeria’s power generation currently hovers around 4,000 and 4,500MW for a population of about 200 million people. On Friday, for instance, the country’s power generation was 4,553.82MW as of 6 am that day. Adelabu vowed that power generation in Nigeria would hit 6,000MW before the end of this year, going by the improvements in the sector in the last year. He said the government was in the process of finalising contracts for Phase 1 of the Presidential Power Initiative.
Source:Punch
May 25, 2024 13:38 UTC
Upgrade Your Gimlet With This No-Cook Rhubarb Syrup
The vegetable’s pink stalks are among the most recognizable harbingers of spring, with its bountiful produce, and a magnet for drink creators everywhere. If your Instagram feed is anything like ours, it’s difficult to escape the blush-hued cocktails popping up on seasonal menus the world over. In its simplicity—no cooking, no high-tech equipment, ready in less than five minutes—the recipe offers an unbeatable approach to on-demand rhubarb flavor and doubles as an antidote to the dominant trend of prep-heavy cocktails. Putting his recipe to the test, the Punch staff made a batch of his syrup. “Anything like that is super awesome with that rhubarb syrup.”
Source:Punch
May 25, 2024 09:03 UTC
Before Stardom With... OLAM
But I remember that when I was much younger, my friends would come to me for fashion advice. At one point, I just told myself I would love to be a fashion designer so I would design my clothes. How did you come about the brand, OLAM? I was struggling to come up with a name that would stick and he said I should use ‘OLAM’. What is your dream for your fashion brand soon?
Source:Punch
May 25, 2024 08:53 UTC
Step-by-step guide to apply for NELFUND student loan
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced that the application portal is now open. “The NELFUND Student Loan Application Portal is now LIVE! READ ALSO: NELFUND opens application portal for student loanNELFUND said the loan is open to all public tertiary institutions. Step 3: Apply for the Loana) Click “Request for Student Loan” on the homepage after logging into the application. The loan will be disbursed to successful applicants within 30 days of approval, NELFUND said.
Source:The Guardian
May 25, 2024 01:27 UTC
Let lecturers breathe do not suffocate us, ASUU tells Tinubu
While recognizing the submission of the president to review the appointment of university governing councils recently released, the union advised the president not to see it as patronage for political loyalty. Unfortunately, members of our union do not share in the elation of the one-year celebration. Again, we cry out to the President, let the lecturers breathe! Speaking further, Amokaha said, “Membership of governing councils requires notable and upright personalities with experience in university administration. “Appointments to university governing councils must not be viewed as patronage for political loyalty.”
Source:Punch
May 25, 2024 01:03 UTC
Top 10 African countries with highest-paying jobs for immigrants
Some African countries have emerged as a land of opportunities for immigrants seeking high paying jobs according to Henley Opportunities Index report. If you are considering relocating to any African country, here are the top 10 African countries with the highest-paying jobs for immigrants:1. With 41 percent, it is the most preferred African country for high-paying jobs in terms of potential for immigrants. AlgeriaAlgeria, a North African country ranked fifth country with high paying jobs for immigrants. NamibiaKnown for its diamond industry, Namibia becomes the sixth African country with high paying jobs for immigrants with 23% in terms of potential.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
May 24, 2024 15:53 UTC
VIDEO: Taxation system shouldn’t be extortionary — Sanusi
Former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, recently emphasised the importance of sensible taxation during his speech at the 2024 Rivers State Economic and Investment Summit held at the Obi Wali International Conference Centre in Port Harcourt. Sanusi stressed that taxation should not be extortionary and should aim to promote growth rather than burden citizens. Quoting the late former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, Sanusi stated, “No country has ever taxed its way to prosperity.”He elaborated that while taxation and a comprehensive tax net are crucial, the approach must be streamlined to avoid stifling economic growth. He argued that the government should focus on taxing growth rather than merely targeting income. WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW:ALSO READ THESE TOP STORIES FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNE
Source:Nigerian Tribune
May 24, 2024 13:40 UTC
Court rejects MultiChoice's request to stop NBC's financial investigation
“The ex-parte order for Interim Injunction dated 8 May, 2024 and filed 16 May, 2024 is hereby refused,” he declared. In the ex-parte motion marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/652/2024 dated May 8 and filed May 16 by their lawyer, they sued NBC as sole respondent. He claimed that the companies had never defaulted in paying their annual levy to the commission. ADVERTISEMENT“Income as provided by the NBC Code 6th Edition is not defined neither is it defined in any other previous editions nor in the NBC Act 2004. “After due negotiations, meetings, etc., between the applicants and the respondent, it was agreed by the applicants and respondent that income should be revenue minus cost of production.
Source:The Guardian
May 24, 2024 13:04 UTC
Gov Eno set to alleviate high healthcare costs for Akwa Ibom residents
ADVERTISEMENT“The health insurance scheme will be a long-term intervention aimed at giving our people access to healthcare services. “The health insurance scheme will benefit everyone, especially the vulnerable and the poor in the society; they will register and pay a token to access the facilities. The commissioner said that Eno had built new primary healthcare centres in some parts of the state. “Recently, we inaugurated a well-equiped model primary healthcare centre at Ikot Nkwo in Ibesikpo, Asutan,” he added. He added that the governor intended to replicate the model primary healthcare centres across the 10 federal constituencies of the state.
Source:The Guardian
May 24, 2024 12:16 UTC