A slew of articles and commentary unfavorably compared Trump’s “paltry” get-out-the-vote operation to the Democrats’ supposedly well-oiled and professionally managed machine. And yet many Democrats remain reluctant to reassess their views, both of Trump’s ground game and, perhaps more importantly, of their own. Soon after the election, Tom O’Brien, chair of the Democratic party in Lancaster county, Pennsylvania, told the New York Times that Republicans “really didn’t have a ground game”. That’s where the Democrats’ super polished, pop-up ground game fell short. They are the ground game we need.

Although headline inflation was trending downward at the time of the last MPC meeting, core inflation remained elevated, driven by energy costs and other structural factors. “In addition, the MPC applauded the ongoing effort of the Federal Government to bridge the food supply deficit through the duty-free import window for food commodities. The Committee also expressed optimism that lifting refined petroleum products from Dangote refinery will moderate transportation costs and significantly support the easing of food price pressures in the short to medium term. “Notwithstanding, the committee’s steadfast focus on curbing inflation and achieving positive real interest rate to attract foreign investment suggests that a further rate hike is imminent. “We expect the MPC to focus on price stability and exchange management, given the persistent upward trend in headline inflation.

Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has said his administration is committed to the implementation of a Food System Transformation Pathways which promotes access to safe and nutritious food for all Nigerians. Food System Transformation Pathways was introduced by the United Nations following the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic and the attendant food crisis. It is to address food security issues in countries all over the world. “The meeting is about food security. Each state is expected to implement those tractions and value chains that will change the narrative in the food system so that the food security can be guaranteed”, he said.

Credits0ID : http://doc.afp.com/36MZ6QC24/11/2024 – 20:30ArticleLead321 wordsSampaoli beaten on Rennes debut as fans disrupt Nantes lossParis, Francefblfraligue1ADDS Sampaoli quotes, later matchesFormer Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli’s began his Rennes tenure with a 1-0 loss at Lille on Sunday, while riot police were deployed to stop an attempted pitch invasion by Nantes fans. Kosovo international Edon Zhegrova struck right before half-time as Lille extended their unbeaten run to eight games to stay a point behind third-placed Marseille. Rennes failed to create any proper chances, recording one shot on target, and slid to a seventh defeat in 12 matches. Home fans hurled toilet paper and tennis balls towards the goal of Nantes ‘keeper Alban Lafont, which resulted in a brief stoppage during the first half. The hosts jumped up to sixth after making it five games unbeaten, winning five of their last seven matches.

Suspected bandits have killed seven farmers, including a vigilante in Bangi, Mariga LGA of Niger State. According to a resident, the victims had gone to their farm with a truck to evacuate harvested maize when the bandits ambushed them. “Seven of our farmers had gone to the farm to bring the maize they had harvested home. Support journalism driven by facts, created by Nigerians for Nigerians. SUPPORT NOW x Do this laterHe said farmers in Mariga were afraid to harvest their crops this year due to killings and kidnappings by bandits.

The 2024 Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development International Migration Outlook report has shown that the top three nationalities for the Health and Care visa for 2023 were Indians, Nigerians, and Zimbabweans. Each edition provides the latest statistical information on immigrant stocks and flows, immigrants in the labour market, and migration policies. “The Health and Care visa for accompanying family members accounted for the bulk of the increase. Starting March 2024, new care workers under the Health and Care visa are no longer eligible to sponsor accompanying dependents. “Labour migration to the United States (excluding accompanying family) fell quite sharply in 2023 compared to 2022 (by -43 per cent, to 82,000).

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has pledged to revamp the state’s security architecture and flush out criminal elements following recent attacks on security personnel in the state. “If you are a criminal in Abia State, whether you call yourself a bandit, a kidnapper, or anything else, this state will not be safe for you. The governor reassured residents, visitors, and investors that his administration was committed to ensuring the safety of lives and property across the state. “I want to assure everyone in Abia that the government is more than capable of addressing any security challenges. The governor also extended his condolences to the Nigerian Army and police over the loss of personnel in recent attacks at Ekenobizi, Ubakala, and Ohafia.

The latest vote of no confidence came from SBM Intelligence Africa Country Instability Risk Index which classified the country as vulnerable to instability in its 2024 report. Nigeria dropped six points on the Risk Index this year, scoring 45 compared with 39 in 2023. According to SBM Intelligence, a higher score in the risk index means a higher level of political risk to business. The report highlights Nigeria’s deteriorating economic environment, worsened by factors such as rising food inflation, insecurity, and rising poverty level as the drivers of instability in the country. Analysis of the 2024 SBM Intelligence Africa Country Instability Risk Index, shows that Sub-Saharan Africa recorded an average of 45.4 per cent in 2024, an improvement from 47.7 per cent in the previous year.

Indian prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju admitted on Saturday to “some nerves” ahead of his quest to become the youngest undisputed world chess champion. The 18-year-old will begin a best-of-14 series for the title against reigning champion Ding Liren of China on Monday in Singapore. “The world championship is a very special event and I have been looking forward to being here since I first began to play chess,” he told reporters. Victory in Singapore would see the teenager surpass Garry Kasparov, who was just 22 when he beat Anatoly Karpov in 1985 to be crowned world champion for the first time. “The last time, in my first world championship match, I was very nervous,” he said.

Photograph: Rodger Bosch/AFP/Getty ImagesI married a farmer, Jan, and we did irrigation farming for 21 years in another area. In 2012, we had a severe flood on the farm, and then no rain for the next five years. About the series This is climate breakdown was put together in collaboration with the Climate Disaster Project at University of Victoria, Canada, and the International Red Cross. There were farmers and farm workers that did not have enough food on the tables every day, so we supplied them with humanitarian aid, assisted by Gift of the Givers. This testimonial was produced with the help of the Climate Disaster Project; thanks to Sean Holman, Aldyn Chwelos, Darren Schuettler, Ricardo Garcia, Cristine Gerk, Tracy Sherlock and Lisa Taylor.

Natural gas powers more than 175,000 vehicles in the United States and 23 million vehicles worldwide. Particularly, Nigeria must shift her focus away from fossil-fuel and do everything possible to encourage gas-powered and electric vehicles (EVs) deployment. Switching to natural gas can reduce hydrocarbons, carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrous oxide and other greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Report has shown that vehicles that use compressed natural gas (CNG) can reduce their GHG emissions by 13-18 per cent. Natural gas vehicles offer additional air quality and environmental justice benefits too.

Sharing his experiences, the CEO of Autoproject, Raymond Iyoha, a dealer partner with Cars45, said: “Our biggest challenge was getting the right car to buy. But since partnering with Cars45, when it comes to verification, I’m rest assured.”Levi Bereiweriso, a business owner who specialises in selling cars on Jiji, narrated how he experienced firsthand the benefits of selling online. “Jiji has really helped me to stay connected, to stay competitive in the car-selling business. I’ve sold numerous cars to customers all over Nigeria and made profits. Jiji helped me begin with small ads on their platform and over time.I was able to increase my investment as my business expanded.”

Monday Okpebholo to recover government vehicles, Mr Kelly Okungbowa, on Friday declared over 200 vehicles missing. He stated that the committee had within 24 hours recovered three vehicles in a private residence in Benin. He disclosed that in one of the Toyota Hiace buses, the committee recovered some palliatives which were meant to have been distributed to Edo people. ”I am glad to announce to you that we have recovered one Hilux and two Toyota Hiace buses in private custody. “This is not private property but the property of Edo citizens and it is not good for a private individual to steal government property,” he said.

A block of classrooms at Limawa Day Secondary School, Minna, Niger State, was engulfed in flames on Thursday evening. The fire was swiftly brought under control by firefighters from the Niger State Federal Fire Service. Eyewitnesses reported that a group of young boys often gathered in the school premises to smoke hemp. “Yesterday, they dropped a burning butt in one of the classrooms, which eventually ignited the fire,” Mohammed said. My suspicion is that the fire may have been caused by some of the neighbours or intruders, as the school premises are encroached upon,” he said.

The House of Representatives members who sponsored the bill to amend the 1999 Constitution to provide for a six-year single term for president have resolved to reintroduce the bill. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the bill sought the introduction of a six-year single term for the president, governors and local government chairmen. Mr Ugochinyere, who leads 34 other lawmakers, advocating a single term of six years, however, said that all hope was not lost on the bill, as more consultations would be done. Support journalism driven by facts, created by Nigerians for Nigerians. “If power rotates, it will help de-escalate political tensions, and a six-year single term will go a long way in helping elective leaders to focus on delivering their democratic mandate,” he said.