INSECURITY: 11 soldiers, two FRSC officials, 12 others killed across Nigeria last week
At least 25 people were killed last week (April 3-9) by non-state actors in different parts of Nigeria. The victims include 11 soldiers who were killed by bandits in Kaduna State and two officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). The figure for last week indicates a drastic decline when compared to the previous week when about 100 people were killed. In Kaduna, gunmen killed 11 soldiers and three vigilante members in an attack on a military base in Polwire, Birnin Gwari Local Government Area. South-eastA patrol team of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) comprising of an officer, a driver, and two other officials was attacked by gunmen in Anambra State.
Source:The Guardian
April 10, 2022 20:24 UTC
I dropped Portable from Canada show because of indiscipline –MC Morris
A stand-up comedian, Maurice Imadu, aka MC Morris, has said he barred singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, from performing at his upcoming show slated for May 22 in Ontario, Canada, due to his indiscipline and self-centredness. He told Sunday Scoop, “I removed Portable from my Canada show because of his indiscipline and self-centredness. I came in contact with him through his former manager, Yusuf Adepitan (Ijoba Danku), and I proposed my Canada show which was welcomed and we started the process with an agreed fee. I spoke with Portable twice on the phone and when I found out that he could not hold a conversation, I concentrated on talking with his manager. “Portable will soon understand the absence of people in his life and it would have been too late by the time he realizes.
Source:Punch
April 10, 2022 16:13 UTC
My political ambition is in God’s hands — Malami | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
He stated this while fielding questions from newsmen, yesterday, during the distribution of foods items to vulnerable people at the Hailru Audu Stadium, Birnin Kebbi, the state capital. The minister who said that power belongs to God added that it was the same God that takes the same away from anyone as he wishes. The minister also emphasised that the gesture was to complement the government’s efforts in supporting the women, especially widows and orphans in the state. “This Ramadan gifts will be shared across the 21 local councils of the state,” he said. Speaking earlier, Governor Bagudu commended Malami’s efforts in supporting the less privileged.
Source:The Guardian
April 10, 2022 15:57 UTC
ICRC backs NASRDA’s quest for PPP on 90% satellite broadband internet
The Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) has thrown its weight behind the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) in its quest for effective satellite solutions in rural areas. The space agency is currently carrying out research in the field of broadband technology that could result in cost-effective satellite system solutions in rural Nigeria through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangement. “If we all believe that digital economy is going to drive Nigeria into economic growth, then definitely space technology must be explored,” he added. Head, Media & Publicity of the ICRC said Dr Shaba called for more interactions between the ICRC and NASRDA nationwide to achieve more development in the space technology sector. How Workplace Sexual Harassment Forces Many Out Of Their Dream JobsICRC backs NASRDA’s quest for PPP on 90% satellite broadband internetMarburg Virus: What You Need To Know About Disease Recently Detected In West AfricaICRC backs NASRDA’s quest for PPP on 90% satellite broadband internet
Source:Nigerian Tribune
April 10, 2022 15:25 UTC
Nigeria Christian leaders charged to imbibe spirit of humility, honesty, integrity
Christians in Nigeria particularly those in positions of governance have been advised to imbibe the spirit of humility, honesty and integrity as they served the people on whose shoulders they rode to the positions. They are also charged to emulate Jesus Christ who exhibited humility and simplicity by riding a donkey triumphantly into Jerusalem where he completed the act of salvation of human beings. Reading from Mathew 21:1-11, Ezekiel Oyebode said that Jesus Christ throughout his stay on earth to discharge his messianic duties exhibited humility, gentleness, trustworthiness, openness and other virtues which are expected of his adherents. He expects you to be good Ambassadors knowing that you are stewards who must give account at the end of time. “You should remember that one day, you will be out of the positions and come back among the people you neglected.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
April 10, 2022 15:11 UTC
Experts link eating chicken, catfish reared with growth hormones to cancers, drug resistance
Scientists have cautioned against the use of banned hormonal growth promoters in rearing animals for human consumption, noting that eating such foods can cause drug resistance and cancers in humans. According to the scientists, while the negative health effects of eating animals reared with hormonal growth promoters might not be immediate, they could become visible in the long run. Adetoyi said the use of hormonal growth promoters in breeding animals has been banned in the country because they are not safe for use in animals to be consumed by humans. Also speaking with PUNCH HealthWise, Chidozie, a veterinary doctor based in Abia state noted that the consumption of animals reared with hormonal growth promoters poses grave dangers to the consumers. He said, “Those using hormonal growth promoters in animals are risking the lives of the consumers.
Source:Punch
April 10, 2022 10:11 UTC
Nigeria delisted from sea piracy list, says Navy | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
Nigeria has achieved a major milestone in its anti-piracy drive as the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) has now delisted the country from its piracy list. “The commitment of the Nigerian Navy towards maritime security has yielded dividends and a lot has been achieved by the Nigerian Navy in the safeguard of the Gulf of Guinea. The Nigerian Navy has continuously acquired new assets and has further improved its capabilities to maintain a large fleet and to operate far beyond its territorial waters,” he said. Gambo said that Nigeria had a robust and professional navy with historic tradition and has collaborated with other Gulf of Guinea Navies to address maritime security situation in the Gulf of Guinea. Gambo said that a state of the art Maritime Domain Awareness facilities comprising the Falcon Eye and the Regional Maritime Awareness Capability Centres allow the Nigerian Navy to monitor its territorial waters and beyond.
Source:The Guardian
April 10, 2022 10:11 UTC
Sexy and comfortable fashion: Rihanna’s maternity styles | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
Style Sexy and comfortable fashion: Rihanna’s maternity styles By Oreoritse Tariemi When we think maternity styles, we think comfort. With the deliberate focus on maternity styles and how to be chic with a belly, maternity style has reinvented itself…When we think maternity styles, we think comfort. With the deliberate focus on maternity styles and how to be chic with a belly, maternity style has reinvented itself such that body con dresses and stilettos are now go-to items. When musician and fashion mogul, Rihanna stepped out with her maternity style, pregnant and sexy bagged a new look. She is most certainly giving off a new definition of maternity styles.
Source:The Guardian
April 10, 2022 08:30 UTC
Ndigbo must extend search to Delta, Rivers States — Ohanaeze | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
•Cautions Critics Of Igbo Presidency•Exonerates Amaechi From Abuja-Kaduna Train AttackOhanaeze Ndigbo Chieftain, Chief Richard Ozobu, has canvassed alliance, as a strong tool to realisation of presidency of Igbo extraction in 2023. He said Ndigbo should extend the search for presidential candidate to the seven Igbo-speaking states recognised by the Ohanaeze Ndigbo constitution. Speaking in Enugu, yesterday, Ozobu said it was wrong to limit the search for a presidential candidate of Igbo extraction to the five core Igbo states of Enugu, Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi and Imo, when the Ohanaeze Constitution had recognised Delta and Rivers as part of Igbo states. In a related development, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide also cautioned those casting aspersion on Amaechi and other aspirants of Igbo extraction for presidency. The admonition was on the heels of a group, Kaduna Communities for Social Justice (KCSJ), which Amaechi over recent the terrorist attack on passenger train.
Source:The Guardian
April 10, 2022 07:41 UTC
Daunting task of taming autism
Autism affects both children and adults in terms of verbal and nonverbal communication, social interactions, and leisure and play activities. Thus, the World Autism Awareness Day is held annually, specifically every April 2, as it was done last weekend, to draw attention to these and several other issues affecting them. The case of ZizahObiohaOkeugo, a 13-year-old visual artist with autism, exemplifies the difficulties faced by autistic persons in their social life. “Children with autism are frequently identified at an early age, usually between the ages of two and four. Autism can be treated and people with autism can be taught more useful ways to behave in society.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
April 10, 2022 07:01 UTC
Pork-o-meter: tracking Australian election spending announcements
However, often these reports come well after the money has been promised or awarded, following audits or detailed reporting from journalists and others. During this election campaign, we're trying to monitor the distribution of election promises and monetary announcements in real time. We're also going to keep track of how much money goes towards marginal seats, and how this compares to what each seat would receive if the funding was shared equally. It's also likely the broader trends may change over time. And there will be errors as we go due to the sheer number of entries, despite each entry being put through at least three stages of checking before we include it in the final data.
Source:The Guardian
April 10, 2022 06:32 UTC
Nigeria’s yearly budget not enough to drive industrialisation — NASENI | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
The Executive Vice Chairman of National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Prof. Mohammed Haruna, has said the country’s yearly budget was not enough to achieve full-scale industrial development. Haruna spoke at a three-day retreat organised for Technical Board Members and Managing Directors of NASENI Development Institute in Abuja. Nigeria’s 2022 budget is valued at N17.126t, with about N5.4t allocated to capital expenditure. But, Haruna said Nigeria would need more than N17.126t budget for a full-scale industrialisation to occur. He said: “Our target is not to make mass production for the nation.
Source:The Guardian
April 10, 2022 04:20 UTC
System Collapse: EKEDC apologies to customers in Lagos, Ogun over irregular power supply | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
The management of Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has apologised to its customers in Lagos and some parts of Ogun State over the irregular power supply they are currently experiencing. The General Manager, Corporate Communications, Mr Godwin Idemudia, in a statement in Lagos, said the irregular supply was due to system collapse from the National Grid. According to him, a system collapse occurred on the National Grid at 6:30pm on Friday, affecting our entire network. “Our technical team is working with other partners in the electricity value chain to restore power supply. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that on Friday, the national electricity grid suffered a system collapse, making it the third time within one month.
Source:The Guardian
April 10, 2022 03:49 UTC
Soludo inaugurates 20 commissioners, one adviser
The Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, on Saturday, inaugurated 20 commissioners, cleared by the state House of Assembly. The governor also appointed Air-Vice Marshal Ben Chiobi (retd.) as a Special Adviser on Security Matters. Others are Paul Nwosu (Information), Dr Foster Ihejiofor (Agriculture), Patricia Igwebuike (Transport), Felix Odimegwu (Environment), Chikodi Anara (Home Land Affairs), Prof. Chika Ifemeje (Attorney General/Commissioner for Justice), Collins Nwabunwanne (Local Government and Chieftancy Affairs), Donatus Onyeji (Culture/Entertainment), Anthony Ifeanya (Petroleum), and Paulinus Onyeaka (Housing). The governor urged the appointees to abide by their oath of office and discharge duties as they have been appointed to do.
Source:Punch
April 10, 2022 00:03 UTC
VIDEO: Meet gifted physically challenged pencil artist, Akugbe Joshua
A 22-year-old physically challenged pencil artist, Joshua Akugbe, narrates how losing his dad and not being able to write WAEC motivated him to pursue his talent as an artist. He said his journey as an artist was also inspired by a friend, who is an artist. All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH. Contact: [email protected]
Source:Punch
April 10, 2022 00:02 UTC