Benue govt warns LGAs to desist from multiple taxations
Benue State Government on Tuesday resolved to forward an amendment to revenue law through the Executive Council to State Assembly to plug the loopholes in the existing law that have left gaps for revenue leakages. The government also directed local government areas of the state to desist from multiple taxations in their respective council areas which it said had discouraged traders from outside the state to come to the state to buy produce. This, it said, had also reported to waste and decline in the state internally generated revenue. “That some MDAs who have formed the habit of diverting monies collected from PAYE should desist from this unwholesome practice as it contravenes the state revenue generation laws. The communique also warned that any person irrespective of how highly placed you may be who violates the Revenue Law shall be sanctioned.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
December 01, 2021 04:19 UTC
Widespread vaccination is the best safeguard for our children’s futures | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
By Dr Jonathan AworiAddis Ababa (Ethiopia), 29th November 2021 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- I remember my first COVID-19 patient. Today, widespread vaccination is the best tool we have for saving lives in Africa. And while many of us see the importance of vaccination for our parents—for the elderly—we also have to appreciate that vaccination is the only way to safeguard our children’s futures. Distributed by African Media Agency (AMA) on behalf of Africa CDC. Learn more at: http://www.africacdc.orgFor media inquiries, please contact:Cordelia Kwon, Partnership and Communications Associate, The Access Challenge,cordelia.kwon@accesschallenge.orgRaïssa Litete Beyande, Campaign and Promotion Support officer, Africa CDC, LiteteR@africa-union.orgThe post Widespread vaccination is the best safeguard for our children’s futures appeared first on African Media Agency.
Source:The Guardian
December 01, 2021 03:34 UTC
Dutch say Omicron variant was already circulating
Dutch health authorities said Tuesday that the Omicron variant was present in the Netherlands earlier than previously thought before South Africa had first reported the new strain of Covid-19. The first Omicron cases in the Netherlands were previously believed to have been the cluster of 14 among passengers on two flights from South Africa that arrived in Amsterdam on Friday. “We found two additional cases of Omicron variant which have been sampled on the 19th and 23rd of November,” RIVM infectious diseases chief Aura Timen told AFP. But the Dutch situation was likely to be repeated in other countries when they retest samples for Omicron cases, the public health institute’s Timen said. The Omicron cases come as the Netherlands is under a virtual night-time lockdown imposed by the government after Covid cases surged to record levels.
Source:The Guardian
December 01, 2021 02:48 UTC
Cars burnt as security operatives clash with gunmen in Imo
There was panic in Imo State on Tuesday morning after gunmen and security operatives clashed at Mgbidi and Akata in the Oru West Local Government Area of the state. Villagers told The PUNCH that the heavy shootout in the areas caused residents to flee their homes and business outlets. The development attracted the presence of security men in the area which led to a gun duel. While it had not been confirmed if there was any casualty as of the time of filing this report, it was reported that some cars were burnt during the crossfire. One of the sources said, “Hoodlums and gunmen are engaging each other in a crossfire.
Source:Punch
December 01, 2021 02:30 UTC
MTN announces sale of 575 million shares valued at N97.2 billion
One of Nigeria’s telecommunications giants, MTN, has announced the sale of its 575 million shares worth N97.2 billion to the public as a way of broadening its ownership in the country. “Today is a remarkable day for me personally and for MTN as an organisation as we further the process of broadening the ownership of MTN Nigeria PLC. What we are doing is taking the friction out for the process for people to invest in the stock market and in MTN Nigeria. During this time, MTN shares will continue to be traded on NGX. MTN announces sale of 575 million shares valued at N97.2 billion
Source:Nigerian Tribune
December 01, 2021 02:10 UTC
Police rescue girl, six, locked up for months by guardian in Osun -
Police in Osun State have rescued a six-year-old girl locked up, malnourished and maltreated for months by her guardian at Isale-Osun, Osogbo. “The emaciated little child was rescued from her predicament at Isale-Osun Area of Osogbo. “She was locked up in a filthy abandoned apartment close to a toilet at the back of her guardian’s house without proper feeding and care for months. “The Commissioner of Police in Osun State, Olawale Olokode, advises the general public to jettison this kind of unethical behaviour exhibited and treat every child under their care with kindness, love and affection. “The rescued child has equally been taken to the hospital for proper healthcare while investigation is on-going to locate the biological parents of the little child,’’ she stated.
Source:The Guardian
December 01, 2021 00:08 UTC
EndSARS: Lagos releases White Paper on Lekki panel report
The Lagos State Government has released its White Paper on the report by the EndSARS panel that probed the Lekki toll gate incident of October 20, 2020. The Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry on Restitution for Victims of SARS-related Abuses and Other Matters had on November 15, 2021, submitted its report after which Sanwo-Olu set up a White Paper committee. The four-member committee was led by Lagos State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Moyosore Onigbanjo (SAN). According to the leaked report of the judicial panel, at least nine #EndSARS protesters were killed at the Lekki tollgate on October 20, 2020. The judicial panel was inaugurated on October 19, 2020, to look into complaints of citizens against human rights abuses by the police.
Source:Punch
December 01, 2021 00:04 UTC
Ballon d’Or 2021: Full list of top 10 best players
Between them, Messi and Ronaldo have won 12 of the last 13 editions of the Ballon d’Or with the exception coming in 2018 when Luka Modric claimed the prize. Based on Ballon d’Or parameters, these are the top men’s and women’s ten best players in the world. Men’s Ballon d’Or top 101. Karim Benzema (FRA/Real Madrid)5. Gianluigi Donnarumma (ITA/AC Milan – Paris SG)Women’s Ballon d’Or top 101.
Source:Punch
November 30, 2021 22:45 UTC
Kaduna govt to commence 4-day workweek for public servants from December
The Kaduna State Government has announced the commencement of a transition to a four-day workweek for public servants in the state. The development, according to it, will permit public servants to work from home for one day per week. From that date, working hours for public servants hours are adjusted to 8 am-5 pm, Monday to Friday. “However, all public servants, other than those in schools and healthcare facilities, will work from home on Fridays. YOU SHOULD NOT MISS THESE HEADLINES FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNEBuhari Urges MTN For Quality Service, Downward Price Review In Cost Of Data, Other ServicesPresident Muhammadu Buhari Friday at State House Abuja urged the MTN Group to make the available top-of-the-range service to its Nigerian subscribers… Kaduna govt to commence 4-day workweek for public servants from December Kaduna govt to commence 4-day workweek for public servants from December Kaduna govt to commence 4-day workweek for public servants from December Kaduna govt to commence 4-day workweek for public servants from December
Source:Nigerian Tribune
November 30, 2021 19:30 UTC
Wike appears in court to testify in libel case against ThisDay
Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, Tuesday appeared before the State High Court in Port Harcourt, to testify as a witness in a N7 billion libel suit against ThisDay Newspaper. Wike, while testifying as witness in suit No. PHC/1505/CS/2020 before the court presided over by Justice A. Enebeli, asserted that the defendants maliciously and falsely portrayed him as an unreliable friend/person. “The essence of the suit is to get justice since they (defendants) refused to retract the publication or apologise. So, I sued them to clear my name.”Speaking to journalists outside the court, one of the lawyers to Governor Wike, Mr. Mark Agwu said his client is in court to seek legal redress.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
November 30, 2021 19:11 UTC
WHO flags Omicron high risk as businesses react | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
A three-day special session of the World Health Assembly (WHA) kicked off on Monday to discuss pandemic preparedness and response, amid concerns about the spread of the new Omicron variant. “The overall global risk related to the new variant of concern Omicron is assessed as very high. According to him, the postponement became imminent in view of the rising global travel restrictions due to the COVID-19 Omicron variant. “Unfortunately, with rising global travel restrictions due to the COVID-19 Omicron variant, and heightened concerns for health and safety, it is necessary, regrettably, to postpone the event. “We have been monitoring how states have been intensifying the ramp up of COVID-19 vaccination.
Source:The Guardian
November 30, 2021 18:29 UTC
Police arrest Akwa Ibom civil servant over alleged N1.6 million fraud
A civil servant in Akwa Ibom State has been arrested for allegedly defrauding three persons of over N1.6 million under the guise of ‘online investment’. AllegationsAniekan Essien, the husband of one of the victims, told this newspaper on Monday that Mr Etuk has been arrested. Another victim, Ufot Etukumoh, a retired civil servant, said he gave N1 million to Mr Etuk, and that he had not gotten any interest on the money. Before his arrest, the suspect, Mr Etuk did not respond to calls and text messages seeking comment from him. It is unclear for now if Mr Etuk would be charged to court.
Source:The Guardian
November 30, 2021 17:26 UTC
Jos custodial centre attacker, nine inmates killed, 252 others missing | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
•Plateau security meeting ends in stalemate•Northern elders FG caution against profiling Fulani as terroristsThe authorities have confirmed death of nine inmates in the ensuing gun duel between security agencies and gunmen that invaded the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Jos on Sunday. In a statement issued by the Public Relations Officer of the correctional centre, Francis Enobore, an officer lost his life during the encounter. “Meanwhile, some of the attackers and a total of 262 inmates escaped in the melee before reinforcement could come from sister services. The custodial centre as at the time of the attack had 1,060 inmates – comprising 560 pre-trial detainees – and 500 convicts. RELATEDLY, the security meeting convened by the Plateau State Government to review the incident, yesterday, ended in a stalemate.
Source:The Guardian
November 30, 2021 10:15 UTC
Ballon d’Or 2021: Lionel Messi beats Lewandowski, others to win seventh Ballon d’Or
Lionel Messi has won the Ballon d’Or title for a record seventh time. He was announced as the winner of the men’s award at the prestigious awards ceremony held in Paris, France. The Argentine defeated Robert Lewandowski and other players on the 30-strong shortlist for the men’s award. Prolific Bayern Munich striker Lewandowski finished second and Chelsea and Italy midfielder Jorginho was third in the voting by a jury of journalists from around the world. There were 14 Premier League players on the 30-strong shortlist for the men’s award, including four – Jorginho, N’Golo Kante, Mason Mount, and Cesar Azpilicueta – who helped Chelsea win the Champions League in May.
Source:Punch
November 30, 2021 09:05 UTC
Bauchi new CP assumes office, warns against corruption
The newly deployed Commissioner of Police, Bauchi State, Umar Sanda, on Monday, assumed duty. He warned officers to shun indiscipline, corruption and unethical behaviors, vowing that anyone held for violating any of these will face the wrath of the law. He said, “Our strategy would generally be driven by ‘integrated intelligence-led community policing, which transcends simple law enforcement to embrace human security and development services achievable through required expertise and holistic community support. Read Also“Our policing shall be driven by professional knowledge and guided by intelligence at Strategic, Operational and Tactical levels. “We will integrate the elements of key modern crime control and conflict management strategy in our policing efforts.
Source:Punch
November 30, 2021 04:50 UTC