Five ways to cope with September floods
It is caused by different reasons like overflow of water from rivers and oceans, overflow in the plains due to dam break, and excessive water flow due to sudden melting of glaciers. Here are some preventive measures for individuals and institutions to control and cope with floods:– Obey Flood Warning AlertsBe vigilant when flood warning alerts go out, especially if your state or vicinity is mentioned. Drainage systems have become waste disposal points in many towns and cities. Public and private stakeholders must sensitise residents to ensure proper refuse disposal and desist from making drainage systems their refuse dumps. This way, the excessive water can be used instead of letting it overflow on the plains to cause flood.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 17, 2023 08:49 UTC
Otti visits family of slain LP chieftain, demands justice
The Abia State governor Alex Otti paid a condolence visit to the family of the Labour Party chieftain, Mr Maduka Zachery, who was beheaded by gunmen at Umuchioke-Ezieke, Akpukpa, Uturu in Isuikwuato Local Government Area of the state. Speaking at the deceased’s residence during the visit, Otti regretted the unfortunate incident and urged the bereaved family to take heart. He said that the deceased was a committed party man, adding that the loss was not just that of the immediate family but to the party and the entire state. The governor assured that all involved in the killing of the deceased must be brought to book and directed security agents in the state to fish out the culprits. The state’s chief executive, who noted that it is not easy to endure such a tragic death however pointed out that no one can reverse what has happened and prayed to God to console the immediate family, the Labour Party family, and the people of the state.
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September 17, 2023 04:12 UTC
Youngest ministers in Tinubu’s cabinet
Since the inauguration of the ministers in President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet, all eyes have been on them to see what unique innovations they will bring to the polity. She is also said to be the first female minister from Cross River State, and the youngest minister in the country. Edu is a Fellow of the Royal School of Public Health, and the African Institute of Public Health Professionals. Other projects include Project Total Health, Project Zero Hunger, Project Light Up and Project Resettlement Cities, among others. Before this appointment, she worked as the Commissioner for Finance and Co-ordinating Economy in Imo State, making her the youngest commissioner in the cabinet of the Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma.
Source:Punch
September 17, 2023 04:01 UTC
AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT
The second observation I would like to make is this, I am very glad to note that there is almost a meeting of minds between the government and the opposition on the vital importance of agricultural development in our economy. Minister of Finance in the course of his speech, that Government is still regrettably untutored as to what is meant by agricultural development; what its proper role in this basic development should be, and the tremendous fillip which the development of agriculture could give to our economy. I quote with your permission: ‘No investment by Nigeria herself could yield greater dividends nor contribute more effectively to her economy and industrial development. Minister of Finance has quoted the passage which suggests that Lord Netherthorpe is thinking more of our export produce than of the entire range of our agricultural economy. Investment in agricultural improvement and agricultural education could increase Nigeria’s yield, yet investment in agriculture is inadequate and is rarely in the public eye.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 17, 2023 01:48 UTC
Tension in Kaduna community as Islamic cleric slaughters dog during son’s naming ceremony
Palpable tension is brewing in Nasarawa community, a suburb in Chikun Local Government of Kaduna State when a lslamic cleric, Abubakar Sani slaughtered dog meat to celebrate his son’s birth. Adding, “the way we practice Islamic religion is different from how others practice it. Meanwhile, members of the community who spoke to newsmen while condemning his actions, said what the said cleric did was against Islamic practice. He remarked that “there are two rulings on the issue of eating dog meat. But for the ones we follow, the Prophet(SAW) forbade eating dogs, so literally, people don’t eat dogs here.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 16, 2023 16:14 UTC
Politics - Tribunal judgment: CJN constitutes Supreme Court panel next week as PDP, LP file appeal Tuesday - Punch Newspaper
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September 16, 2023 15:04 UTC
Police yet to unravel cause of cadet’s death, says panel
A seven-man panel of inquiry constituted by the acting Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has yet to unravel the circumstances that led to the death of a 100-level Course 9 police cadet, Sulaiman Jika, who died on the premises of the Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State. The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department, Abuja, Abiodun Alabi, who heads the panel, told our correspondent in an interview recently that investigation into the matter was still ongoing. Following the report, the IG on September 4 instituted the panel with a mandate to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into the incident. A cadet, who spoke on condition of anonymity to avoid being victimised, had told our correspondent that the victim was rushed to the academy’s clinic. “He was left untreated because there were no drugs and no medical officer to attend to him in the unconducive environment before he gave up the ghost,” the source added.
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September 16, 2023 14:58 UTC
UK govt declares hike in student, tourist visas from October 4
The government of the United Kingdom has announced an increase in the cost of student and tourist visas. Related Posts No Content AvailableAccording to the Home Office, the increases followed legislation laid by the Parliament on Friday. It noted that the fee hike will enable the government to pay for vital services and allow more funding to be prioritised for the public sector. The changes come less than six months after the UK announced increments in the cost of visa applications and health surcharges. “Today’s changes do not include the planned increase to the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) which are scheduled to be introduced later in the Autumn,” the statement added.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 16, 2023 14:07 UTC
Plateau organ theft: Seven other ex-patients found with missing kidneys
Alhaji Baba said that so far, no fewer than seven people, males and females, have been discovered to have one kidney each with the other missing. At the moment, about seven have claimed that only one kidney was found in their bodies after scans. All of them had, at different times, had surgical operations performed on them by the so-called doctor at Murna Clinic,” he said. The community leader added: “The hospital is called Murna Clinic owned by one man called Dr Noah Kekere, popularly known as Dr Yellow. NMA interventionIn the meantime, the state chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), during the week, distanced itself from Kekere.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 16, 2023 11:10 UTC
Democracy that nurtures insecurity, unemployment is a failure – Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Friday, said a democratic system bedevelled by insecurity, unemployment and other socio-economic challenges must be ditched. Obasanjo, who was hosted by the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, at the inauguration of internal roads in Iseyin, said any democracy that nurtures poverty has failed. Democracy dividends must involve peace, security, stability, prosperity, wealth creation, employment and the wholesomeness of the society.”He added, “Democracy that nurtures poverty is abortion. Democracy that nurtures unemployment is a failure. “That’s when democracy would continue to survive and people will feel that yes, democracy is a worthwhile system of government that must be embraced.”
Source:Punch
September 16, 2023 04:19 UTC
Girls, sleeping with a man for money does you more harm than good!
One of the days I left the house, I was just roaming about from street to street aimlessly. I was amazed, I was like so God you are with me like this yet you allow me to suffer. The remaining two things I’m asking for now are to be settled maritally and also have enough money to start up my business……I feel good! A lot of you carry presidential glory which has been fragmented and shared with different men while sleeping with them! You are most welcome on board the chastity campaign train and Girls Club is open for all girls and ladies.
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September 16, 2023 03:39 UTC
Nigeria Unveils 5-Year Strategic Plan to Revolutionize Potato Production
Introduction:The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched an ambitious five-year national strategic plan aimed at revitalizing potato production within the country, spanning from 2023 to 2028. Evaluating the Strategy:While the launch of this strategic plan is a timely and encouraging step, some analysts express skepticism regarding its specificity. The plan lacks clear targets in terms of the precise volume of potato production it intends to achieve over the next five years. Aiming Higher:If executed effectively, this strategic plan has the potential to elevate Nigeria from its current position within Africa’s potato producers. Conclusion:The unveiling of the five-year strategic plan to boost potato production in Nigeria is a commendable move by the government.
Source:Punch
September 16, 2023 02:33 UTC
Metro - Mohbad’s corpse may be exhumed for autopsy – Police - Punch Newspaper
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September 15, 2023 20:37 UTC
Supreme Court dismisses Nnaji’s appeal to nullify Mbah’s election
The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed an appeal filed by the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Uche Nnaji seeking to nullify the election of the governor of Enugu state, Dr. Peter Mbah of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the March 18, 2023 governorship election in Enugu State. The apex Court upheld the decisions of the Enugu state governorship election petition tribunal and the Court of Appeal, maintaining that since the appellants’ brief was found to be invalid, the invalidity also naturally affected the appeal in respect of which the appeal was filed. The court also held that Nnaji failed to explain why the invalid process he filed should be relied upon to invalidate Mbah’s victory. Nnaji, who polled 14,575 votes against Mbah’s 160,895 votes to come a distant fourth in the 2023 gubernatorial election in Enugu state, had wanted the court to nullify Mbah’s election and declare him governor of the state. Nnaji maintained that he was the only one qualified to run for the election and should therefore be declared the winner.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 15, 2023 19:57 UTC
Rishi Sunak bans American XL bully dog breed from UK
American XL bully dogs are a danger to communities and will banned, Rishi Sunak has vowed after a man was mauled to death. A ban of American bully XL dogs was already being looked at after shocking footage emerged of an attack in Birmingham last weekend that left an 11-year-old girl with serious injuries. South Yorkshire Police reported four separate dog attacks on children in two days, including one where a 15-year-old was hospitalised after being savaged by an XL bully in Sheffield. In a video statement posted to X, formerly known as Twitter, the Tory leader said: “The American XL bully dog is a danger to our communities, particularly our children. Yesterday we saw another suspected XL bully dog attack, which has tragically led to a fatality.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 15, 2023 16:27 UTC