Gunmen kill two soldiers, kidnap expatriate, others in Rivers
Information emerged on Friday that gunmen allegedly killed two soldiers attached to the Ekaago-Ogboloma-Adada Road project in the Abia/Odual Local Government Area of Rivers State. It was gathered that the two soldiers were killed by the gunmen to pave the way for the abduction of the foreman, a foreigner, handling the project. The assailants it was further gathered went away with the rifles of the slain soldiers, whisked the foreman, three other workers at the project site, and a farmer they met while fleeing. The source stated, “Some hoodlums came to the Ogboloma road construction site on Tuesday with the intention of kidnapping the white manhandling the road project. “They also kidnapped the foreman, three other workers, and one farmer who was returning from the farm in Ogboloma community.
Source:Punch
August 12, 2023 11:44 UTC
Your days are numbered, defence chief warns IPOB, others
The military high command has said with the support it now enjoys from the citizens, the days of criminal elements in the country are numbered. The Defence Headquarters noted that with the development, it is either the criminal elements surrender or get killed. The Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Edward Buba disclosed this in a statement on Friday. “During the week leading to August 11, 2023, the military neutralized 38 terrorists, arrested 175 gunmen/ criminals, 20 kidnappers, 30 collaborators, and 17 pipeline vandals. “The operation yielded results as troops arrested 18 suspected gang members.
Source:Punch
August 12, 2023 10:23 UTC
Ehimuan: Why Nigeria will continue to blaze the trail in Africa’s Tech World | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
Fielding questions from TOPE TEMPLER OLAIYA, she spoke on the gains and pains of the African tech ecosystem and her next move. This influx of funding indicates a growing recognition of the immense potential and opportunities that the Nigerian tech ecosystem offers. As you transition to a broader role within the African tech ecosystem, what are your aspirations and goals for the future? I am committed to continuing my work in the tech ecosystem, particularly in supporting tech entrepreneurs and businesses. I firmly believe that the future of the African tech ecosystem relies on the success of these budding entrepreneurs.
Source:The Guardian
August 12, 2023 09:17 UTC
Nigerian soldiers kill 38 terrorists, apprehend 242 suspects – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters says Nigerian troops have, in the last week, killed 38 terrorists, apprehended 242 others and rescued 89 kidnapped hostages in different operations across the country. Mr Buba, a brigadier general, said the apprehended suspects comprised 175 gunmen/criminals, 20 kidnappers, 30 collaborators and 17 pipeline vandals. He said the troops had also within the week killed three terrorists, arrested 13 suspected criminals, and five kidnappers and rescued three kidnapped hostages. According to him, troops of Operation Whirl Stroke also killed seven terrorists, arrested three suspects and rescued three kidnapped hostages. In the North West, Buba said troops of Operation Hadarin Daji neutralised five terrorists, arrested eight suspects and rescued nine kidnapped hostages while several terrorists’ camps were destroyed.
Source:The Guardian
August 12, 2023 05:06 UTC
Alcohol and hypertension
I have been managing my Hypertension well for the past few years. Although I drink in moderation, kindly let me know how much alcohol I can be taking that will not worsen my hypertension. Danny (by SMS)According to a recent release by the World Health Organization (WHO) from a BP perspective, it’s best to avoid alcohol intake. However, it is usually advised that if someone is already drinking alcohol and does not want to stop doing so, minimizing alcohol consumption is desirable. Consumption of two or less standard drinks per day for men and one or less standard drinks of alcohol per day for women is recommended.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 12, 2023 00:34 UTC
Non-OPEC oil supply to expand by 1.5mb/d in 2023 — OPEC
The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) says, its Non-OPEC oil supply is expected to expand by 1.5 million barrels per day (mb/d) in 2023. OPEC said this in its Monthly Oil Market Report for August obtained by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday. NAN reports that Non-OPEC oil producers are crude oil-producing nations outside of the OPEC group and shale oil producers. According to the report, for 2024, non-OPEC oil production is projected to grow by 1.4 mb/d, unchanged from the previous assessment. According to the report, the OECD is anticipated to expand by about 0.3 mb/d, with OECD Americas contributing the largest increase.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 11, 2023 19:07 UTC
Metro - Passengers groan over hike in fares, gridlock - Punch Newspaper
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August 11, 2023 18:24 UTC
Nigerian Players in the Premier League: Records to Break in the 2023/24 Season
After ten weeks of waiting and anticipation, the world’s arguably most popular league—the Premier League kicks off today. Nigerian Players and Their Impact on the Premier LeagueIt is nearly impossible to write the history of the league without the milestones and achievements of Nigerian players. With another season right upon us, there are records some Nigerian players would hope to equal or surpass in the next nine months of adrenaline-induced football league. Though there are five Nigerian players in the league, Iwobi would catch a lot of attention this season. ConclusionAs the new Premier League season kicks off, Nigerian players have set their sights on breaking records and achieving new milestones.
Source:The Guardian
August 11, 2023 18:08 UTC
President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Petroleum Geo-Services (PGS) to Deliver Keynote Presentation at African Energy Week (AEW), Highlighting the Role of Geoscience in Africa | The Guardian N
Pederson will shed light on PGS's geoscience technology in Africa, highlighting its significant role in propelling the region's energy sector towards enhanced energy security. PGS’s participation at AEW will cultivate strong relationships and foster deep engagement in the exploration of Africa's energy prospects,” Ayuk adds. As Africa's energy sector grows, companies like PGS play a crucial role, forging partnerships that promote responsible practices and contribute to a prosperous and environmentally conscious energy future. AEW is the AEC’s interactive exhibition and networking event that seeks to unite African energy stakeholders, drive industry growth and development, and promote Africa as the destination for African-focused events. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.
Source:The Guardian
August 11, 2023 18:02 UTC
Proposed review of the civil service
And now, the president has revealed that aside the comprehensive audit of the Central Bank of Nigeria that is ongoing, the government has set its eye on a structural review of the civil service payroll. That the new administration sees the crucial link between civil service reform and the ease of doing business is a masterstroke. The civil service operations constitute the sum of institutional frameworks around which the ease of doing business index is measured. And yet, the size of the civil service workforce is still a serious cause for alarm for any government, like the Tinubu administration, with the objective of capitalizing on the capability readiness of the public service to achieve efficient service delivery. The urgency of re-professionalizing connects the reform of the civil service by the Tinubu administration to the overall goal of transforming Nigeria’s productivity proficiency.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 11, 2023 15:45 UTC
Niger junta threatens to kill deposed president after any military intervention
NIAMEY, Niger (AP) — Niger’s junta told a top U.S. diplomat that they would kill deposed President Mohamed Bazoum if neighboring countries attempted any military intervention to restore his rule, two Western officials told The Associated Press. Representatives of the junta told U.S. Under Secretary of State Victoria Nuland of the threat to Bazoum during her visit to the country this week, a Western military official said, speaking on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the situation. AdvertisementNnamdi Obasi, a senior adviser with the Crisis Group think tank, said ECOWAS should further explore diplomacy in Niger. “We’re suffering now, but I know the junta will find a solution to get out of the crisis,” he said.
Source:Punch
August 11, 2023 15:12 UTC
26-year-old man in court for stealing employer’s bus
A man, Soji Owowa, had been arraigned before Magistrate Patrick Nwaka of a Yaba Magistrates’ Court for allegedly selling his employer’s minibus valued at N3.2m for N550,000. Owowa was arraigned on Thursday on two counts of stealing. The prosecutor, Thomas Nurudeen, holding a brief for Haruna Magaji told the court that the defendant committed the crime on March 30, 2023, in the Lekki area of Lagos State. The 26-year-old was alleged to have collected N89,000 while his friend, who is still at large, took the rest of the money. According to Nurudeen, the offences contravened and are punishable under Sections 411, and 287 of the Criminal Laws of Lagos State Nigeria 2015.
Source:Punch
August 11, 2023 14:12 UTC
Video, calls push telecom spending to N3.86tn – NCC
Increased video streaming and talk time raised the amount spent on telecom services to N3.86tn in 2022. Providing a breakdown of the revenue, the commission noted that GSM operators made N3.33tn; Fixed wired operators made N385.07m; Internet Service Providers made N92.08bn; Value Added Service providers made N40.74bn; collocation and infrastructure sharing operators made N3.29bn; and other telecom operators made N5.59bn. According to the NCC, the growth in active subscriptions impacted positively on other derived telecom indicators such as teledensity, Internet penetration as well as broadband penetration. “The total volume of data consumed by subscribers increased to 518,381.78TB as of December 2022 from 353,118.89TB as of December 2021. People made more calls in 2022 with total outgoing local and national traffic for calls hitting 204,091,441,469.16 minutes, a 17.59 per cent increase from the 173,555,413,817.69 minutes recorded in 2021.
Source:Punch
August 11, 2023 13:01 UTC
Sports - African teams missing as Women’s World Cup quarterfinals begin - GUARDIAN Newspapers
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Source:The Guardian
August 11, 2023 12:43 UTC
Ohanaeze wants more ministers for South-east
The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has said the group is disturbed by President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of only five persons from the South-east as ministers while some other regions had nine ministers. In a statement on Thursday by its President-General, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, the group demanded the appointment of more ministers from the South-east region to correct the alleged marginalisation of the region in the ministerial appointments. The Ohanaeze Ndigbo believes in one united Nigeria and this can only be achieved in an atmosphere of fairness, justice and equity. “We therefore demand justice, fairness and equity for every ethnic group in Nigeria including the Igbo,” the statement read in part. READ ALSO:The South-east region has the lowest number of nominees with five persons on the list.
Source:The Guardian
August 11, 2023 10:48 UTC