LASTMA Rescues Underage Girl Who Ran Away From Her Guardian's Home Over Alleged Maltreatment
Posted by Amarachi on Tue 17th Oct, 2023 -tori.ngThe Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of LASTMA, Mr Adebayo Taofiq, in a statement, disclosed that the young girl was spotted sitting lonely under the bridge at Jibowu around 7:20 am. An underaged girl found loitering around Jibowu under the Bridge has been rescued by men of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) while on duty. The Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of LASTMA, Mr Adebayo Taofiq, in a statement, disclosed that the young girl was spotted sitting lonely under the bridge at Jibowu around 7:20 am on Monday, October 16, 2023. “During interrogation, the young girl who gave her name as Kemisola Christy revealed that she ran away from home due to maltreatment from her guardian who lives at 72, Glover Street, Ebute Metta,” the statement read. “She was however handed over to Police men attached to Alakara Police Station for further investigation.”
Source:The Guardian
October 17, 2023 08:41 UTC
'Punch 9' screening inspires a need for improving politics in Trenton (L.A. PARKER COLUMN)
Forget delivering a jabbed ballot for Washington, the mayor who changed temporarily both the face and tenor of Chicago politics. Black voters have exhausted from giving their votes to both black and white Democratic politicians during elections then being abandoned. Washington, Chicago’s first Black mayor, displayed the power of government when citizens vote and when political agendas embrace inclusion. Supporters registered more than 50,000 new Black voters. Punch 9 for real change in the City of Trenton.
Source:Punch
October 17, 2023 08:37 UTC
Dry season farming: River Basin to introduce solar-powered irrigation by 2024
LOWER Niger River Basin Development Authority (LNRBDA) is set to introduce solar power irrigation pumps by 2024 in its operation as part of move to strengthen dry season farming in the country and ensuring food security. By 2024, we want to change all our irrigation pumps to solar powered pumps so that we won’t depend on petrol. That’s why we want to move to solar system. We want to increase capacity of farmers and reduce cost of crop and food production, reduce cost of agric value chain and, in effect, reduce price of crop in the market”. That’s our own way as Lower Niger River Basin Development Authority of reducing cost of production and ensuring food security.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 17, 2023 07:07 UTC
Verification exercise: Gov Otti to offset pension arrears by December — Commissioner
Abia State governor has restated commitment to offsetting all pension arrears owed pensioners in the state as soon as the ongoing verification exercise for pensioners is concluded. The state Commissioner for Information and Culture, Prince Okey Kanu made this known Monday afternoon while briefing journalists on the outcome of this week’s Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Alex Otti. Prince Kanu recalled that Governor Otti had during the electioneering campaign promised to clear all outstanding arrears owed pensioners by the previous administration,and assured that the present administration would do the needful before the end of the year. “Let me reiterate the government’s position to pay off all outstanding pensions once the verification exercise is done. Before the end of the year, all outstanding pensions will be paid as soon as the verification exercise is concluded”.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 16, 2023 23:45 UTC
October lessons from China for Nigeria and the rest of Africa
For the past seven decades, this day has been one of the most significant in the history of China. During the reign of Mao, the country experienced immense difficulties but also made significant strides in shaping the China of today. There is a need for Africa to rise up and, particularly, there is a need for Nigeria to stand tall and actualise the true meaning of its independence. Therefore, this month of October should serve as an opportunity for Nigeria and Africa to fully study the history and economic gains of China. Today, China is a country that has taken full ownership of its resources and is in total control of its future.
Source:The Guardian
October 16, 2023 22:23 UTC
A step-by-step guide to applying for Nigerian Army recruitment
The Nigerian Army has announced the commencement of the 86 Regular Recruits Intake for trades, non-tradesmen and women. The Army Headquarters made the announcement via a publication on The PUNCH on Monday. It also added that selected candidates would participate in a state recruitment scheduled for the 6th – 19th of November 2023. In this report, PUNCH Online highlights the step-by-step guide to applying for the Nigerian Army 86 Regular Recruits Intake for trades, non-tradesmen and women. Ensure you bring duly signed copies of the application and guarantor’s forms to the designated state recruitment centres.
Source:Punch
October 16, 2023 20:38 UTC
Waiting period on Tata Tiago, Punch, Nexon
Tata Motors’ CNG vehicles like the Punch lead the way when it comes to a long waiting period. Tata Nexon waiting period: Six to eight weeksAfter launching the 2023 Nexon in petrol, diesel and electric, the Tata best-seller has received an overwhelming demand and the waiting period is anything from six weeks to eight months. Also Read 2023 Tata Nexon facelift review: Smoothen out rough edgesTata Punch waiting period: Four to twelve weeksThe demand for the Punch has been steadily increasing. Tata Tiago waiting period: Four to eight weeksThe Tiago has seen a slight dip in numbers as it managed 6,789 units in September as compared to 6,936 units last year. While the petrol only has a waiting period of around four weeks, the CNG variant has a long waiting period of 12 weeks in and around Mumbai.
Source:Punch
October 16, 2023 20:09 UTC
The Hamas-Israel conflict
ON October 7, Hamas, the militant Palestinian group, visited Israel with a barrage of at least 3,000 rockets launched from the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip. The Palestinian terrorists killed soldiers and civilians and captured Israeli soldiers and civilians, taking them to Gaza strip as hostages. Israel reacted swiftly with a counter offensive, clearing Hamas forces from affected areas, bombing Gaza, and creating a humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip. Conflict between Israel and the Gaza Strip has defined Gaza since the former’s withdrawal from Gaza in 2005. The situation worsened when Hamas won the Palestinian election in 2006 and gained control of the Gaza Strip.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 16, 2023 18:54 UTC
The Future of Cryptocurrency-Based Fundraising: ICOs vs. IEOs vs. STOs
IntroductionIn the ever-evolving landscape of fundraising, cryptocurrency-based initiatives have carved a significant niche for themselves. Cryptocurrency-based fundraising addressed these challenges by providing a decentralized, efficient, and borderless fundraising platform accessible to anyone with an internet connection. The Future of Cryptocurrency-Based Fundraising: ICOs, IEOs, or STOs? The Importance of Investor EducationAmidst the competition between ICOs, IEOs, and STOs, investor education becomes paramount. ICOs, IEOs, and STOs have each played pivotal roles in shaping this dynamic landscape, offering unique advantages and challenges.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 16, 2023 15:17 UTC
The economy just got more turbulent
REALITY is piercing the optimism of multilateral agencies and domestic stakeholders hoping that President Bola Tinubu’s adoption of some of their standard prescriptions would quickly revive the economy. In the meantime, the economy worsens. Western agencies, and the organised private sector that applauded Tinubu’s stoppage of petrol subsidy, and the unification of the naira exchange rates are squirming. The evidence is crystal clear; reforms taken in isolation without simultaneous coordinated plans targeted at pulling down the inherent binding constraints arresting the economy will only deliver hardship. Tinubu should devise and implement a pragmatic master plan post-haste or have the economy collapse on his watch.
Source:Punch
October 16, 2023 14:48 UTC
Video: You have to ‘punch Iran in the nose’ so they stand down: Lt. Gen. Kieth Kellogg
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Source:Punch
October 16, 2023 13:31 UTC
Coming… ‘African Cultural Film Festival’
FRONTLINE female filmmaker and festival director of African Cultural Film Festival (AFFRICUFF), Emem Isong-Misodi, has announced dates for the maiden edition of the African Cultural Film Festival. The film festival is scheduled to hold from October 26 through to October 29, in Houston, Texas. …Light out on foremost film production designer, Pat NeboLIGHT has dimmed on foremost film production designer, Pat Nebo. The film has so far premiered at the 2023 First Look Film Festival in New York, African Movie Festival in Manitoba, and at Lucca Film Festival, among others. Members of the AMAA jury include International film curator and programmer for the Berlin International Film Festival, Dorothee Wenner; Film curator and archivist, June Giviani, and Burkinabe-Swiss-born filmmaker, Berni Goldblat.
Source:The Guardian
October 16, 2023 05:33 UTC
Insecurity: Benue, opposition party trade words over killings
Benue State Government and the opposition Peoples Democratic Party in the state have been exchanging words over the recent insecurity situation in the state. The PDP through its publicity secretary, Bemgba Iortyom accused the Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia of keeping mute over the activities of terrorists, adding that he is aiding and abetting crimes in the state. Iortyom said, “Over 24 hours after reports emerged that suspected Fulani herdsmen laid siege on the Makurdi – Naka Road and killed scores of travelers, Governor Alia, is yet to react to the incident. In a swift response, the Security Adviser to the governor, Joseph Har berated the opposition party for creating falsehood over the Benue Links attacks. Har, who advised the opposition to criticise constructively, reiterated the stand of Alia to deal ruthlessly with criminals in the state.
Source:Punch
October 15, 2023 23:54 UTC
Deep in debt: Worries over Nigeria’s borrowing spree
Nigeria’s total public debt, according to the country’s Debt Management Office, rose to N87.38tn at the end of the second quarter of this year. Data from the DMO further shows that Nigeria’s total domestic debt is N54.13tn, while its total external debt is N33.25tn. The domestic debt makes up 61.95 per cent of the total debt, while the external makes up 38.05 per cent. “In the domestic distribution of petroleum products, we’ve lost all the pipelines. “Many of them cannot even pump up to 3km, while these are pipelines that are supposed to supply petroleum products to between 400 and 500km.
Source:Punch
October 15, 2023 18:51 UTC
Netanyahu meets relatives of hostages taken by Hamas
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has met for the first time with representatives of the relatives of the hostages taken last weekend by the Palestinian militant organisation Hamas, Israeli media reported on Sunday. On Oct. 7, Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip, massacred Israeli civilians in border towns and at a music festival. The militant organisation also abducted more than 150 Israelis. The relatives of the hostages have been criticising Israel’s government, accusing the leadership of abandoning the prisoners. According to Israeli media, he spoke privately with several affected families.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 15, 2023 17:43 UTC