Troops rescue kidnapped Plateau monarch, arrest two suspects
Kidnapped traditional ruler in Plateau State, Da Gyang Balak, has been rescued by troops of Operation Safe Haven. It was learnt the kidnapped monarch was freed on Monday night. The Military Information Officer of Operation Safe Haven, Major Ishaku Takwa, confirmed the release of the traditional ruler in a statement on Tuesday. Takwa said, “Immediately the incidence was reported, the commander Operation SAFE HAVEN Major General Ibrahim Ali placed the troops of Sector 6 deployed at Riyom on red alert and to embark on hot trail of the perpetrators. “Consequently, the troops in conjuction with other security agencies, Vigilante group and Hunters conducted clearance operations in the mountenious region of Sabon Gida Kanal, Gero and Dahol general area.
Source:Punch
January 18, 2022 11:06 UTC
When water wells dry up
In many communities across Nigeria, especially in urban areas where most people provide water for themselves, the situation is the same. He stated that “when we first drilled our borehole, we had no issues; there was plenty water and we were happy our water problem was over but immediately people saw that our borehole could produce water, those that drilled earlier but didn’t get water started drilling boreholes again and suddenly, water from our borehole dwindled. “When wells dry up, children are the ones missing school to fetch water. The Nigerian government is conscious of its water situation and has been putting in place various policies to ameliorate the situation. This calls for collaborative and bold efforts at finding solutions to the prevalent water situation.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
January 18, 2022 09:12 UTC
Why we will not honour EFCC’s invitation – Ogun Assembly members
The members of the Ogun State House of Assembly who had been invited for questioning by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for questioning have said they would not honour the invitation because of a suit they had filed against the Commission. The EFCC had written to the Ogun Assembly requesting for information on all budget appropriations and allocations of the House from May 30, 2015, till date. The commission also asked the Clerk of the Assembly, the speaker, and members of the House to appear before it on separate dates. As of the time of this report, only Mr Kadiri had appeared before the agency. In an interview he granted journalists last November, Mr Kadiri alleged that his signature was forged to swindle the state assembly of about N50 million.
Source:The Guardian
January 18, 2022 07:42 UTC
Editors hold self-scrutiny meeting tomorrow in Kano | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has slated its town hall meeting for the North West geo-political zone for tomorrow (Wednesday) in Kano. The guild, late last year, announced plans to hold town hall meetings across the six geo-political zones, kicking off the event in the South West zone in November, last year, in Lagos. With a theme: “Agenda Setting for Sustainable Democratic Culture,” the main objective of the meeting, which is being supported by the United States (US) Embassy in Nigeria, is to assess the media performance in consolidating Nigeria’s democracy – citizens’ verdict and outlining media agenda for the future. In a statement by its President, Mustapha Isah and General Secretary, Iyobosa Uwugiaren, yesterday, the professional body of all the editors in Nigeria, said the meeting would provide a platform for stakeholders to remind editors and other managers of the sacred duties they are tasked to perform by the Constitution on behalf of the citizens. Those invited to the meeting, which will be followed by a two-day capacity building for 50 editors in the zone, are the Emir of Kano, traditional/religious leaders, leading pro-democracy/human rights activists in the region, renowned scholars from the academic community, pro-media rights groups, students from different higher institutions, faith groups and the media.
Source:The Guardian
January 18, 2022 04:09 UTC
High cap stocks’ loss pulls market down by 0.12% as Investors lose N29bn
Equities trading at the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) on Monday was bearish as negative outing by some high capitalised stocks pushed the market lower. Transnational Corporation dominated the volume charts as the top traded stock by volume for the trading session. This is followed by FBN Holdings, Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO), Zenith Bank and Fidelity Bank to complete the list of the five most traded stocks by volume. With regards to the value of traded stocks, GTCO took the lead of the top five performers. The content of the article published by these online platforms is not new; it has been recirculated several times and has been debunked.High cap stocks’ loss pulls market down by 0.12% as Investors lose N29bnHigh cap stocks’ loss pulls market down by 0.12% as Investors lose N29bn
Source:Nigerian Tribune
January 18, 2022 04:04 UTC
Enugu community protests police arrest, extortion of residents for praying
The people of Umualum Enugu-Agu Achi community in the Oji-River Council Area of Enugu State, on Monday, staged a peaceful protest against what they described as indiscriminate police arrest and extortion of villagers for committing no offence. Ugwuanyi Rescue Us”; “We are tired of police intimidation and molestation of our people”; among others. Oluedo urged the governor to reign in on Dr Oluedo to stop using the police to harass them for seeking solutions to their village problems. He also urged the State Police Commissioner to prevail on his men from harassing and intimidating the villagers further. This is an aberration.”Another youth in the village, Chiagoziem Udegbunnam, alleged that youths were being locked up almost on a daily basis on the alleged order of Dr Oluedo.
Source:Punch
January 18, 2022 03:28 UTC
FCTA bars staff, visitors without COVID-19 jab, valid negative test result
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) on Monday commenced enforcement of ‘No COVID-19 jab, no entry’ to all its office premises. “Those who say they don’t want to be vaccinated will get a negative test result. So if you bring your vaccination card or the negative test result, any of the two can suffice. “Even if you feel you should not be vaccinated, then get us a negative test result, not more than three days old, and that will get access. This report x-rays the lives and experiences of residents in getting clean, potable and affordable water amidst the surge of COVID-19 cases in the state.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
January 17, 2022 23:33 UTC
JUST IN: Scores feared dead as gunmen attack Kebbi community, burn corpses
Scores of residents have been feared killed during a midnight raid in Dan-Kade village in Unashi district under the Zuru chiefdom of Kebbi State, SaharaReporters has reported. An unspecified number of terrorists had invaded the village killing scores of people in the attack on Sunday night. A resident of the village, Bello Dankade, said, “Many were killed and their corpses burnt. We can’t tell the number of fatalities right now. We are left wondering why terror killings seem to be on the rise, particularly in the North-West region.”More details shortly.
Source:Punch
January 17, 2022 21:25 UTC
Why industrial crises may persist this year, by NASU | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
•Seeks stiffer sanctions for non-remittance of deducted fundsIndustrial stability in the education sector this year will solely be dependent on the implementation of the tenets of the negotiated agreements with the organised labour, the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU), has said. The General Secretary of the union, Peters Adeyemi, who stated this in Abuja, said with the politicking expected to hit a feverish level later this year, the government is unlikely to be interested in implementing the agreement.
Source:The Guardian
January 17, 2022 19:31 UTC
Terrorists killed in fresh Katsina attack, say police
The Katsina State Police Command on Monday revealed that its operatives successfully repelled terrorists’ attack at Badole village, in the Kurfi Local Government Area of the state over the weekend. Isah added that “many terrorists” were killed in the process while all the rustled animals were recovered. The statement read in part, “On January,15,2022, at about 01.20 a.m, bandits in their numbers, attacked Badole village, Kurfi, rustled unspecified number of domestic animals. ” The DPO led a combined team of police and vigilante and blocked their exit route at Yarrunfar Koza village, Kurfi Local Government Area. The team engaged the terrorists in a gun duel, many were neutralized and all the rustled animals were recovered.”Copyright PUNCH.
Source:Punch
January 17, 2022 15:48 UTC
NATO, Ukraine sign deal to deepen cyber cooperation
NATO on Monday inked a deal to bolster its cyber support for Ukraine, after a sweeping hacking attack against Kyiv heightened tensions amid fears that Russia could be plotting an invasion. Ukraine said on Sunday that it had evidence Moscow was behind the attack last week that knocked out government websites — but the Kremlin has denied any involvement. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said Friday that experts from NATO and its members were already on the ground, working with Ukraine to tackle the latest cyber attack. Moscow and NATO allies failed to make a breakthrough to ease tensions over Ukraine at high-stakes talks last week. The Kremlin has laid down a series of demands to NATO and the United States, including ruling out granting Ukraine membership in the alliance.
Source:Punch
January 17, 2022 15:18 UTC
2023 Presidency: Politicians should have retirement age, says Umahi
Presidential hopeful and Ebonyi State Governor, Dave Umahi, says politicians in Nigeria should have retirement age and not “pursue money” till the end of their stay on earth. Umahi said, “In this country, I find it very funny for people at certain age in this country that are still fighting so hard for money. I thought that at certain age, we should be making efforts to reconcile with God and be grateful to him for the opportunity given to us. ), on January 11, 2022 in Aso Rock and informed the 79-year-old former military leader of his decision to run for President in 2023. The politicians include former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who had contested for presidency on three occasions, Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal and an ex-governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso.
Source:Punch
January 17, 2022 13:32 UTC
BREAKING: Gunmen kidnap another Plateau monarch
Another traditional ruler in Plateau state, Da Gyang Balak, has been kidnapped by gunmen. It was gathered that the kidnap victim, who is the Paramount ruler in Vwang District, Jos South Local Government Area, was abducted around 8 pm on Sunday. The lawmaker representing Jos South in the Plateau State House of Assembly, Fom Gwattson, confirmed the latest abduction to The PUNCH in Jos on Monday. He said,” We have a problem at hand in Plateau state regarding kidnapping and abduction of the citizens. But who has been tried in plateau state using that law?.
Source:Punch
January 17, 2022 13:22 UTC
Expert canvasses collaboration among engineers
An expert and founder of Zeetin Engineering Limited, Azibaola Robert, has sued for collaboration among Nigerian engineers for the technological advancement of the country. Robert made the call in Abuja when he hosted the executive of the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria, led by its President, Elizabeth Eterigho. He said, “Nigeria’s technological development can easily be fast-tracked when our engineers and companies, especially those that are technology-driven, collaborate strategically for the overall industrial development and growth of Nigeria through technology. He encouraged Nigerian engineers to deploy science and technology to further deepen the economic and infrastructural development across the country. Eterigho said the partnership would also help to encourage girls to change their mentality and orientation about science subjects, because girls often considered these subjects as too difficult.
Source:Punch
January 17, 2022 10:13 UTC
One killed as Delta cult war rages, residents live in fear
The lifeless body of a yet-to-be-identified young man has been recovered from a pathway in Essi Layout, in the Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State. Witnesses said the deceased was a victim of suspected cult violence in the locality. PUNCH Metro gathered that the victim was found dead on Saturday and was suspected to have been killed overnight. According to sources, he was discovered in a pool of blood with machete cuts on his forehead and arms. Recall that a cult clash between the Vikings and Eiye confraternities last December left one person dead in the same Iyara-Essi Layout of Warri.
Source:Punch
January 17, 2022 10:05 UTC