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THE 16th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) will be held in Cali, Colombia, President Gustavo Petro of Colombia has announced. David Cooper, Acting Executive Secretary of the CBD Secretariat, said: “I offer my sincere congratulations to the city of Cali for being selected to host the 2024 United Nations Biodiversity Conference – COP 16. We will have the honor of holding the presidency of the Biodiversity COP for two years. “Colombia wants this to be the COP of the people, of those people who live and thrive in biodiversity. Colombia wants this to also be the COP where peace with nature is promulgated and nature is recognised as one of the pillars of the climate transition.

In those days when media owners owed salaries for months on end, thereby exposing them to temptation, The PUNCH prioritised staff welfare. You did not only have to work hard at The PUNCH; management left minimal margin for error and misconduct. PUNCH makes a thorough professional of everyone who passes through it, regardless of what industry they later find themselves in. I deputised as a line head in one of the organisations I worked with after I left The PUNCH. Such a disciplined, reformist, people-centric mindset is what The PUNCH deposits in everyone who takes tutelage there.

The Katsina State Government has collaborated with The Alternative Bank to support rural economies through innovative financial solutions, tailored to empower local businesses and stimulate sustainable development across the state. Represented by his Special Adviser on Banking, Malik Anas, the governor expressed confidence in the success of The Alternative Bank in the region. We seek the cooperation of The Alternative Bank in this area. The Executive Director of The Alternative Bank, Garba Mohammed, reiterated the institution’s commitment to financial empowerment for all customers, regardless of their status. Mohammed remarked, “The Alternative Bank is a bank with a difference.

The Nigerian government has once again issued a new advisory on how to cope with the prevailing heat wave in the country. NiMet had warned that the high heat level can cause dehydration, heat-related illness, and respiratory issues, among other chronic conditions. According to NiMet, the northern part of the country will expect to experience more heat than the southern region. NiMet also noted specifically that dehydration from the heat could cause fainting; Chickenpox disease, Measles, and heat rash. Across social media platforms, Nigerians have lamented the epileptic power supply and on many occasions have called out the nation’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu.

But realistically, it is not the strongest currency in the world. In this article, we’ll discuss the strongest currencies with a brief history of each. United States Dollar (USD)As I mentioned earlier, the United States dollar is the most traded currency globally. 10 on the list of strongest currencies in the world as of today. As one of the strongest currencies in the world, 1 US dollar equals 0.87 Swiss Francs, at the moment.

Sponsored by Awaji–Inombek Abiante, a lawmaker from Rivers State, the bill sought to amend the current simple majority system used to elect presidents and governors in Nigeria. ADVERTISEMENTSection 134 of the Constitution outlines the electoral requirements, emphasising both a majority vote and at least one-quarter of votes in two-thirds of all states for presidential candidates, with similar provisions for gubernatorial candidates. Despite the significance of the proposed changes, the bill faced a swift rejection on the floor of the House of Representatives. As soon as the bill was presented by Abiante and seconded by another member, Speaker Tajudeen Abbas called for a voice vote. The bill was met with resounding opposition, with more "nays" than "ayes," leading to its immediate rejection without debate.

The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Ali Pate, has said an executive order will soon be issued to curb escalating drug prices in the short term in the country. Pate further said the mid to long-term goal involves the domestication of imported drugs within the next three years, in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade. “This visionary project, commenced in October 2023, is slated for completion in March 2024, with a scheduled commissioning in April 2024. “The implementation of WMIS is expected to significantly enhance accountability and transparency, ensuring the potency of public health medicines and other health commodities. This infrastructure development aligns with our commitment to improving health outcomes for citizens nationwide.”“Furthermore, the government has taken strides in advancing healthcare data management.

A three-day photo exhibition, as part of events marking the 50th anniversary of PUNCH newspapers, opens in Lagos Wednesday, with a former Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture in Lagos State, Steve Ayorinde, as curator. Following the photo exhibition is the distinguished public lecture to be held on Thursday, 29 February, at the Civic Centre, Ozumba Mbadiwe Road, Victoria Island, Lagos. The lecture is expected to play host to leaders from the public and private sectors. Nobel Laureate, Wole Soyinka, will deliver the anniversary lecture. The renowned playwright, novelist, poet and essayist is expected to deconstruct an important issue of national discourse.

Olu Aboderin Street, Onipetesi, Ikeja, LagosPUNCH, Nigeria’s most widely read newspaper, and publishers of The PUNCH, Saturday PUNCH, Sunday PUNCH and PUNCH Online, ran its business from Olu Aboderin Street, then Kudeti street, Onipetesi, in Ikeja, Lagos. In October 2009, it moved to its imposing permanent headquarters on Kilometer 14, Lagos-Ibadan expressway, Magboro, Ogun state.

The company said this latest innovation will help to streamline truck movements within the Lagos ports, improve security and access control as well as prevent illegal crisscrossing of trucks between terminals. He said Nigeria’s social and economic challenges present a fertile ground for innovation, adding that TTP has seized the opportunity to leverage technology to address these challenges. According to him, the company was established in 2017 to revolutionise the maritime and logistics sector in Nigeria through truck mobility solutions powered by technology. Onwubuariri further noted that the company recognises the importance of strategic partnerships with both private and public-sector players in the maritime, infrastructure, and technology subsectors. According to him, these partnerships will enable TTP to deepen its value-adding services and contribute further to the growth and development of the industry.

In 2024, many individuals aspire to increase their income and achieve greater financial stability. Whether you’re aiming to pay off debt, build savings, or pursue your dream lifestyle, increasing your income is a pivotal step toward achieving your financial goals. In this article, we’ll discuss some ways you can make more money in 2024, which will pave the way for greater financial freedom and prosperity. Additional Income StreamsDiversifying your income streams is a smart way to increase your earnings and mitigate financial risk. Maximize Your Existing AssetsYou can maximize your existing assets to generate passive income and increase your overall earnings.

In recent times, there have been calls that people be allowed to defend themselves in the face of rising insecurity. Indeed, a senator proposed a bill that will enable civilians to own and carry firearms for the purpose of self-defense. While the bill has not gotten to first reading, legally, there are a number of implications that may arise if it is passed into law. What is the current position of the law on gun possession? It is also illegal in Nigeria for civilians to invest in any business relating to arms and ammunition.

It is celebration galore as PUNCH Nigeria Limited, publishers of the most widely read The PUNCH, Saturday PUNCH, Sunday PUNCH and PUNCH Online clocks 50. I covered different beats such as crime/police, general beat, and religion, among others, before I was transferred outside the head office. There was a case that happened when I was still PUNCH’s Oyo State correspondent that I keep remembering. I had the opportunity to make this point when Chief Ogunshola said he called because he had an assignment for me. He introduced me in that same way to many influential persons including the late Senator Abiola Ajimobi, the then governor of Oyo State.

As solutions are being sought to the present high cost of food items, the Oyo Assembly has chided some sellers who hoard in anticipation of further price increases and those keen on excessive profit making. This is as he admonished the state government to procure food items directly from the farmers and sell at subsidized rates. The duo of Honourables Adebayo Babajide (Ibadan North 2), Comforter Olajide (Ibadan North 1) queried the implementation of the state’s Sustainable Action for Economic Recovery (SAfER) intervention in terms of the modalities of distribution and whether it was truly getting to the intended beneficiaries. Deputy Speaker of the Assembly, Honourable Abiodun Fadeyi, who presided over the plenary, said the Assembly would invite the SAfER committee to explain how funds were being disbursed. The Assembly also urged the executive arm to task the market leaders to desist from hoarding of food items.