Someone once told my mum she should be ashamed having a one-legged daughter – UNIPORT undergraduate, Adaugo
But I was lucky to have some good friends who always put a smile on my face. Most of the good memories involved my good friends and most of the bad memories involved just me. I will try and have an understanding of who my true marriage partner is before tying the knot, understanding how to raise children, who will be good citizens, good friends and good partners. I have been seeing them being shared everywhere; even my friends are always tagging me to Tiktok dance challenges. Do you think you may become a professional dancer, seeing how your Tiktok dance videos are being well received?
Source:Punch
June 18, 2022 12:22 UTC
Here’s why creatives should avoid unnecessary comparison
It is what pushes you to measure how well you’re doing by another person’s progress. When you allow comparison as a creative, you start to change your identity and you make that person you’re comparing yourself to your standard for living. Then you find yourself doing things that you would not normally do because you’re comparing yourself with them. You become envious of them and any other person that appears to be doing better than you, because you can’t bear to see any other person doing better than you. Another sign is you find yourself stalking that person you’re comparing yourself with and strive hard to prove that you’re better, at every opportunity you get; more like create.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 18, 2022 07:13 UTC
Falcons begin camping in Abuja
Cup holders Nigeria have commenced a training camp at the country’s Federal Capital Territory, Abuja ahead of next month’s 12th Women Africa Cup of Nations finals holding in Morocco. US –based goalkeeper Yewande Balogun, defender Michelle Alozie and midfielders Amanda Mbadi and Toni Payne were being expected in camp on Friday. Forwards Desire Oparanozie and Uchenna Kanu, as well as midfielder Regina Otu and US –based defender Nicole Payne will arrive in Abuja by the weekend. England –based defender Ashleigh Plumptre, midfielder Halimatu Ayinde and forwards Francisca Ordega, Vivian Ikechukwu and Ifeoma Onumonu are to join the squad in Morocco next week. All four semi finalists at the tournament in Morocco will qualify to represent Africa at the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia/New Zealand in the summer of 2023.
Source:Punch
June 18, 2022 06:23 UTC
Ameerah’s safe, undergoing treatment in Abuja, say police
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has debunked the widely reported alleged kidnap of one Safiyanu Amira and 16 others in Abuja on Tuesday. In a statement on Friday, the command’s Deputy Public Relations Officer, ASP Omotayo Oduniyi, while debunking the alleged kidnap, said the Twitter user has been found and currently in police custody. The statement noted, “While she is currently in the hospital receiving medical attention as demanded by global best practices, the investigation continues and findings will be communicated subsequently. “The Commissioner of Police FCT Command, Babaji Sunday, while commending the gallantry of the tactical and investigative apparatus detailed on the case, appreciated the members of the public for their calmness and the various degrees of useful information given to the police. He enjoined the good people of the FCT not to relent in partnering with the police, especially towards rendering information, to remain vigilant, and report any suspicious or abnormal occurrence to the police through available emergency lines.’’
Source:Punch
June 18, 2022 06:20 UTC
‘I learnt not to downgrade my dreams to match my reality’ | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
That was how I moved from being an unsatisfied employee to building a successful business for myself. I was able to achieve this by mastering the art of effective Customer Relationship and Management. I have also become a successful professional who holds a certificate from Lagos Business School in Account Management Process. In my years of practice, I have learnt not to downgrade my dreams to match my reality, but to upgrade my beliefs to match my vision. I moved from an unsatisfied employee to building a successful business seamlessly.
Source:The Guardian
June 18, 2022 04:04 UTC
Akah Nnani: My spirituality makes me stand out | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
Two things stood out; the fact that you played the role of a much older man, sang, danced and held performances. I don’t think I developed passion, I think the passion was just there; it grabbed me. I don’t think that my story is a one-night blow syndrome. I think it’s that representation of hope, but also relatable that also makes me stand out. I don’t think that the challenges faced are peculiar, the challenges I face… everybody goes through them.
Source:The Guardian
June 18, 2022 03:43 UTC
Encourage your child with positive words | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
These are qualities that positive and encouraging words can help your child imbibe. That’s why it’s important to choose the right encouraging words; praise them when it’s deserved, and use language that builds self-esteem. Don’t generalise the positive words of encouragement too much. While using positive words on your child, ensure you do not offer praises that are not sincere and honest. Positive self-worth will ultimately equate to positive terms and higher self-esteem.
Source:The Guardian
June 18, 2022 03:05 UTC
‘Girl child education, women empowerment critical to society’ | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
Residents in Cross River state have called on the Federal Government to make education compulsory to the poor and needy in the country especially the girl child. This they say will curtail harmful practices against children in the society. Hence Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) across the world are advocating for child’s rights seeking attention on good education, stopping early marriage, genital mutilation, and child labour, amongst others. “Those who are educated know the harmful effect on the girl child hence education is key to solving this menace. If you see in our society today, educated parents don’t send their children to go and hawk.
Source:The Guardian
June 18, 2022 02:41 UTC
I was defrauded N36m after meeting river goddess – Woman
An 88-year-old woman, Tawakalitu Ilumoka, has told Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court sitting at Ikeja, Lagos State, how she was allegedly defrauded of N36m by one Olorunfemi Ayodeji. She said this was after she sold a piece of land for N100m out of which she gave Ayodeji N100,000. She said, “I called Otunba (Ayodeji) and told him about my son’s health challenge. “He, therefore, linked me up with some persons, namely Fakunle and Fabummi.”Ilumoka said Fakunle and Fabunmi took her to a place where she met a woman, whom they said was a river goddess. A woman came out of the water and they told me she was Olokun (river goddess).
Source:Punch
June 17, 2022 21:11 UTC
Sony, Honda sign JV to sell electric cars by 2025
Japan’s Sony and Honda Motor on Thursday officially agreed to an equally owned joint venture that will start selling electric cars in 2025. Honda, like bigger rival Toyota Motor, has been slower to shift to electric vehicles (EV) than global automakers and is under pressure from investors to make cars that are carbon-free and equipped with newer technology such as self-driving features. The carmaker, which only offers one EV, Honda e, has said it plans to roll out 30 EV models and make some 2 million EVs annually by 2030. To the JV, first announced in March and named Sony Honda Mobility, Honda will bring its expertise in building and selling cars and Sony will add its software and technology chops, the companies said in a statement on Thursday. He was responding to the warning from the central government to civil servants to stay off politics…Battle For New Alaafin Begins As Ruling Houses Insist On Producing Next ObaSony, Honda sign JV to sell electric cars by 2025
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 17, 2022 19:18 UTC
Chances of Recession in Britain for the next two years have increased, says JPM
Chances of Recession in Britain for the next two years have increased, says JPMChances of Britain heading into a recession over the next year or two have increased amid soaring inflation due to the country’s vulnerability to external shocks, J.P.Morgan economists said on Friday, a day after the Bank of England raised borrowing costs. “If the (U.S. Federal Reserve) engineers a sharp growth slowdown or recession, this would spill over to the UK and, combined with a tightening in domestic financial conditions, likely produce a UK recession,” JPM said. “… given the nature of the UK economy, we see the high vulnerability to external shocks beyond the near term and see increasing chances of a recession over the next one to two years,” JPM added. It said the recession would be more likely if British rates topped its long-term forecast of 3%. He was responding to the warning from the central government to civil servants to stay off politics…Battle For New Alaafin Begins As Ruling Houses Insist On Producing Next ObaChances of Recession in Britain for the next two years have increased, says JPM
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 17, 2022 16:43 UTC
Wike’s camp fumes, warns PDP as Atiku picks Okowa running mate
Earlier on Thursday, the PDP standard-bearer, via his Twitter handle, @atiku, announced the governor of Delta State as his running mate. The PUNCH had on June 9 reported that those who were lobbying for the slot included Wike, Okowa, and the Akwa Ibom State Governor, Udom Emmanuel. He can even drag the power with Atiku Abubakar.”Kenneth Edayi said, “Congratulations to Governor Okowa. Jibrin spoke with journalists shortly after the unveiling of Okowa as the running mate of Atiku. In his acceptance speech, the Delta State governor urged all members to work for the progress of the party for positive results.
Source:Punch
June 17, 2022 11:19 UTC
FG plans 17 airports’ concession, to unbundle aviation regulations
At least 17 airports under the management of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria that are currently not up for concession are going to be given to concessionaires, the Federal Government announced on Thursday. It also announced that the country’s civil aviation regulations were currently being reviewed for unbundling in order to make the entry requirements for aviation investors much easier. The Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, who disclosed this at the ongoing National Aviation Conference in Abuja, stated that aside from the current concession of Nigeria’s major international airports, other airports would follow suit. The concession process for Nigeria’s four international airports in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and Kano is currently ongoing. Speaking on investment opportunities in the aviation sector, Sirika said, “For investments in the airports, airport concessions, starting with the five international airports are also excellent opportunities for investments.
Source:Punch
June 17, 2022 10:15 UTC
Telecoms sector’s FDI falls to $417.5b in 2021 as operators earn N3.2tr
Operating cost of these operators was N1.72 trillion, while CAPEX (domestic investment) stood at N1.12 trillion as of 2021. Specifically, the CAPEX for GSM players was N1.12 trillion, they operated with N1.65 trillion and earned as revenue, N2.77 trillion. The Fixed Wired operators had N60.9 million as domestic investment, operated with N534.16 million and earned N375 billion. The ISPs’ revenue was N60 billion; CAPEX of N3.6 billion operated with N48.4 billion. For the VAS operators, the CAPEX was N335.8 million; operated with N10.12 billion and earned N32.9 billion.
Source:The Guardian
June 17, 2022 02:54 UTC
2023: Amosun rallies support for Tinubu in Ogun
Former governor Ibikunle Amosun of Ogun on Thursday organised a political rally in Abeokuta to mobilise support for the presidential ambition of Bola Tinubu, the national leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Mr Amosun was among the aspirants who stepped down for Mr Tinubu at the event. Mr Amosun, who addressed a crowd at the Ake Palace in Abeokuta, said he organised the rally to motivate support for the election of Mr Tinubu as Nigeria’s next president. He urged his supporters to extend their loyalty, support, and prayers for him to Mr Tinubu and the APC at large. “We all need to join hands and collaborate with and support Tinubu to succeed Buhari.
Source:The Guardian
June 16, 2022 18:30 UTC