Avoid business deals with terrorists, Zulum warns Borno traders
Borno State Governor, Prof Babagana Zulum, has warned fish traders against any business deals with terrorist groups, insisting that such can support the funding to Boko Haram/ Islamic State in West Africa Province and reinforce the reign of terror on them. Anyone caught associating with criminal elements will blame himself.”Zulum urged the traders to cooperate with security agencies by providing information about suspicious activities relating to insurgents. The governor’s lifeline to the fishermen is aimed at enhancing the trading of dried fish previously suspended as a result of the activities of Boko Haram insurgents. Economic activities in Borno State were disrupted due to Boko Haram attacks on security forces and communities which led to the displacement of millions of people. Before the insurgency, which disrupted business activities in most communities in the state, dry fish was commercially supplied to other parts of Nigeria and neighbouring countries.
Source:Punch
April 18, 2022 03:39 UTC
Experts harp on building materials’ standardisation, best practices
Built environment professionals have been charged to make use of quality materials and embrace best practice in the discharge of their duties. From design to procurement to construction, quality should permeate all aspects of real estate development and practice. Also speaking, Oladiji said: “Developers must ensure that they embrace green technology, sustainable building, cut down cost of building development and ensure reduction in the volume of emissions to have a sustainable environment. “The real estate is one of the sectors that has great potential to drive the growth of the economy. The Partner and Chief Economist, PwC Nigeria, Andrew Nevin, said due to increasing population in Nigeria, there are lots of opportunities in estate development.
Source:The Guardian
April 18, 2022 02:45 UTC
Firm partners Nasarawa on donkeys, cattle breeding
To boost animal husbandry and shore up foreign exchange earnings, Nasarawa State government has partnered ETS Emmalex Global Limited on a donkey and cattle breeding scheme. To this effect, the company recently acquired about 2.254 hectares of land at Angwan Mainasara, in Karshi Development Area of the state. According to him, donkey’s skin is important due to gelatin deposits, which Nnaibuike said Chinese for their traditional medicine called Ejiao. The firm chief explained that since the acquisition of the land for the rearing of the animals, it had made tremendous progress in donkey and cattle breeding. He, however, called on the Federal Government to tackle insecurity, especially around farm settlements across the country.
Source:The Guardian
April 18, 2022 02:24 UTC
2023: Reject voting people of shady characters, Salvador tells Nigerians
A chieftain of All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon Moshood Salvador, on Sunday, cautioned Nigerians against voting for hypocrites and those with shady characters, who seek their votes, in the forthcoming 2023 general elections. Salvador made the call during the annual Ramadan Lecture/Zakat event, which took place at Salvador Towers in Lagos. ALSO READ FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNEAs the 2023 election approaches, the APC leader enjoined his followers and the electorate to think twice before voting anybody that presented themselves to seek their vote. According to him, voting hypocrites and people of shady character would be tantamount to mortgaging their future and misusing the opportunity to make Nigeria a better place. How Workplace Sexual Harassment Forces Many Out Of Their Dream Jobs2023: Reject voting people of shady characters, Salvador tells NigeriansMarburg Virus: What You Need To Know About Disease Recently Detected In West Africa2023: Reject voting people of shady characters, Salvador tells Nigerians
Source:Nigerian Tribune
April 17, 2022 23:26 UTC
Osinachi never told me about domestic abuse — Uma Ukpai
Popular preacher and president of Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association Incorporated, Rev. Uma Ukpai, has said though the late Gospel artist, Osinachi Nwachukwu, once sang for him, she did not open up on her issue with domestic abuse. Ukpai said, “No man has a right to rule over us if he is not in love with us. If you don’t love us, step down and allow those who love us to lead us. “Again, don’t vote for any bad man.
Source:Punch
April 17, 2022 16:14 UTC
World Bank can’t dictate to Nigeria on fuel subsidy removal –Chaudhuri
Now the population is much higher, insecurity is much more widespread, and this year and last year, the oil price is going up. Even with what is happening in Ukraine, the oil price is no longer the boom. The choice for Nigeria is that this state refinery could sell PMS at the world price, bringing all these revenues with them. The domestic refinery can sell at the world price, the federation gets the revenues and could use the revenues for education. That is the reason domestic refinery capacity should be strengthened, but people think that having a domestic refinery would somehow take away the choice.
Source:Punch
April 17, 2022 09:45 UTC
Sensitivity (III)
CONTINUED FROM LAST WEEKWe have been looking at the issue of sensitivity. There is no way we can be sensitive if we do not keep confidence. The longer I live, the more I realize the scarcity of people who can be fully trusted with confidential information. Behind every need is a story.” Rick WarrenListening is a skill that will help us to be sensitive to people. “Sometimes all a person wants is an empathetic ear; all he or she needs is to talk it out.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
April 17, 2022 06:52 UTC
Terrorists kill two, injure several others in fresh Kaduna attack
In another fresh attack, bandits, yesterday, stormed Agban Kagoro Community, Kaura Local Council, killing two persons and injuring several other residents. Confirming the incident, the former Chairman, Kaura Local Council, Kumai Badu, said those injured had been taken to the hospital. Kaduna residents have been under constant attacks for some time now, with high casualties. It would be recalled that terrorists recently attacked the Kaduna International Airport, killing a security man, aside from attacking the Kaduna-Abuja train, killing eight and kidnapping scores. When contacted for his reaction to the latest attack, Kaduna Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Mohammed Jalige, did not pick up his calls.
Source:The Guardian
April 17, 2022 05:47 UTC
AON kicks against incessant attacks of airline workers by aggrieved passengers
Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) have kicked against the incessant attacks on airlines workers by irate passengers across the airports. The operators expressed their grievances over the latest attack on some staff of Max Air and the wanton destruction of the airline’s properties by some unruly passengers due to a flight delay. His words: “AON understands the frustrations whenever a flight is delayed or cancelled and we apologize to passengers on behalf of airlines for such delays or cancellations. It is however instructive to note that delays happen worldwide and there are conditions that cause them. “In Nigeria, 80% of the causes of delays and cancellations are due to factors that are not in the control of airlines.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
April 17, 2022 05:30 UTC
Seminarian slumps, dies while acting Easter drama in Imo
A seminarian at the Claratian Institute of Philosophy of the Claratian University of Nigeria (CUN) Nekede, in Owerri, on Easter Saturday slumped and died while acting in a drama. The deceased, 25 years of age and a first-year student of philosophy, identified as Suel Ambrose, hails from Benue State. The student, Tribune Online learnt was reported to be acting the role of st. Peter when he fell on the floor and started bleeding. But before this dreaded disease is greeted by rumours and misinformation, here is what you have to know about the virus. Seminarian slumps, dies while acting Easter drama in Imo
Source:Nigerian Tribune
April 17, 2022 03:20 UTC
Mental health issues deserve equal attention as cancer, HIV, says psychiatrist
A consultant psychiatrist and Chief Executive Officer of Grey Insights, Dr Shola Olowookere, has called for more awareness about mental health-related crises in the workplace. Olowookere urged the government as well as employers of labour to prioritise mental health as they do cancer, HIV/AIDS and COVID-19. He made the call at an event tagged, ‘Repose (Edition 2.0) – An Evening of Self-care through Expressions of Art’, organised by Grey Insights in Lagos. Olowookere said, “The mental health challenge is huge and it is just so sad that we are not talking about it enough. “We at Grey Insights are really trying to implement global best practices.
Source:Punch
April 16, 2022 23:41 UTC
Sponsored: The Maverick Gbagada Estate Starts Development of Last Piece of Land in Gbagada
It was in the news earlier in the year how Workbay Technology Limited, owner of “The Maverick Gbagada Estate” raised a $2m infrastructure fund. It has commenced work on its infrastructure as laid out for the estate. This will encourage those who want to own a piece of the estate to also come on board”. For more details contact:Workbay technology LtdIkeja Office: Workbay Building; 3/9 Olukoleoso Street, off Medical Road, Ikeja, Lagos State. Lagos Island Office: Workbay, Suite F1 Lagos City Mall, Onikan Lagos Island08056868257, 09032275411www.maverick.ng[email protected]
Source:Punch
April 16, 2022 20:59 UTC
APC ticket: What Buhari told Osinbajo, Tinubu, Amaechi, others
), has told presidential aspirants in the ruling All Progressives Congress to go to the field and sell their candidatures to the electorate, Saturday PUNCH has learnt. Saturday PUNCH also learnt from reliable sources that the Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, would declare his aspiration at the end of the ongoing Ramadan. When asked about his favourite presidential candidate, the President replied, “I won’t tell you my favourite for 2023; he may be eliminated if I mention. VP’s competence to succeed Buhari glaring – Pro-Osinbajo groupSupport groups for the presidential ambitions of Osinbajo and Tinubu, on Saturday expressed confidence that their respective principals would get the support of Buhari for their ambitions. So, he will support Tinubu.
Source:Punch
April 16, 2022 15:49 UTC
Kwara First Lady, groups seek removal of structural barriers against women, girls | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
She noted that Always On Point, as a women-led organisation, recognises and sees the value and impact women bring to the workplace, politics, business, policy and every other sphere where they operate. “It’s important to continue to create forums such as these to engage and have conversations that move the needle forward,” she added. “We will continue to push for gender equality and parity, while strengthening the business case for diversity, equity, belonging and inclusion, specifically with regards to women and girls,” she said. The annual summit is an LLA initiative that provides a means of addressing and proffering solutions to the most urgent and pressing challenges women face in the fields of business (enterprise), workplace (career) and leadership (politics and advocacy). Speaking on different areas including career, leadership, building sustainable businesses and pivoting through challenging times, the speakers shared their wealth of knowledge and experience with the audience.
Source:The Guardian
April 16, 2022 14:18 UTC
Can I use a surrogate mother?
I will appreciate it if you can advise me on the use of surrogate mothers (the act of using another woman whom I will pay to help carry my next pregnancy for me). A legally binding contract outlining everyone’s expectations will be negotiated and signed prior to the embryo transfer, so everyone will know exactly what to expect during the surrogacy process. Having said this, it is important to know that surrogacy can be complicated. It is important to work closely with a trusted professional lawyer to ensure the process is completed safely and legally. Apart from Buhari, the meeting was attended by former leaders including Generals Yakubu Gowon and Abdulsalami Abubakar and Dr Goodluck Jonathan.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
April 16, 2022 06:16 UTC