The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Kemi Nandap, has announced that the modernisation of Nigeria’s border security infrastructure is underway. The statement read in part, “At Seme Border, Idiroko, as well as Lagos and Ogun State Commands, the CGIS updated officers on new immigration initiatives. These advancements are part of the ongoing drive to modernize Nigeria’s border security infrastructure. “The CGIS also held a joint security meeting with sister agencies to enhance collaboration in intelligence gathering and sharing. She emphasized the vital role of border communities in supporting border security efforts.

The World Health Organisation has certified Egypt as malaria-free. “This certification of Egypt as malaria-free is truly historic, and a testament to the commitment of the people and government of Egypt to rid themselves of this ancient scourge. “Receiving the malaria elimination certificate today is not the end of the journey but the beginning of a new phase. Our continued multisectoral efforts will be critical to preserving Egypt’s malaria-free status,” said the Deputy Prime Minister of Egypt, Dr Khaled Ghaffar. “The final decision on awarding malaria-free certification rests with the WHO Director-General, based on a recommendation by the independent Technical Advisory Group on Malaria Elimination and Certification,” WHO added.

Olawepo-Hashim, a businessman and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), spoke in Kaduna on Sunday when he visited Senator Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi, a former Governor of Kaduna State, to condole him on the death of his son, Dr.Faisal Ahmed who died recently in a motor accident. He said the death of a child is a difficult pain to bear, but he knew that Senator Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi, as a man of faith, had accepted it as the will of God. According to him, “I am here with my small delegation to pay a condolence visit to our leader. I honestly and sincerely thank you and I wish you journey mercy back home,” Makarfi said. Other dignitaries at the occasion were former Governorship candidate of the PDP in Kaduna State, Rt.

The Department of State Service (DSS) has withdrawn Adegboyega Fasasi as Chief Security Officer (CSO) to the President, Bola Tinubu. Effectively, another officer of the service, Rasheed Atanda Lawal, a Deputy Director, has been appointed as the replacement for the outgone Fasasi. According to sources privy to the development, the Director-General of the DSS, Tosin Ajayi, had requested President Tinubu to approve the release of Fasasi from serving as CSO so he could proceed on the strategic training course. “Yes, I heard he has been replaced with another officer because he is being sent on a professional training course. As of press time, there was yet to be any official confirmation from the Presidency concerning the movements in the CSO’s office.

Power experts have attributed frequent power grid collapses in Nigeria to inadequate investment in modernizing and upgrading infrastructure. READ ALSO:#ENDSARS Anniversary: CP orders release of detained protesters in LagosHe noted that much of Nigeria’s transmission infrastructure dated back to the 1960s and 1970s, made it outdated and overstretched. “Without major investments across the entire value chain, attempts to increase capacity to 8,000 MW or more will likely cause more grid collapses,” he warned. Bosah called for massive investments to build new power plants, improve gas supply infrastructure and develop renewable energy sources like solar and wind. He criticized both the government and private power companies for prioritizing profits over infrastructure development, pointing to the imposition of high electricity tariffs on consumers.

Sometimes, some people are not even present, but they are sufficiently “excellent” to be captured in the speech anyway. Their Excellencies. In Nigeria, it has captured the imagination and worship of politicians who are fascinated by the concept—but rarely the substance or challenge—of excellence. Some public officials, unfortunately, serve their extremely narrow and selfish interests. Still, we call each governor “Excellency” even when we know there is no one more sinister, incompetent, or corrupt.

Chinese President, Xi Jinping, has directed the military to enhance its preparedness for war and boost its combat capabilities, signalling a heightened emphasis on strategic deterrence amid rising tensions with the West. Xi, during an inspection of a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Rocket Force brigade, stressed the importance of “comprehensively strengthening training and war preparations” to ensure the military is battle-ready. The United States, however, has been fostering ties with Taiwan’s government and supplying it with military equipment, to Beijing’s displeasure. Last month, the US State Department approved a potential arms deal worth $228 million, intended to supply spare parts to Taiwan’s military. Although Washington formally recognises Beijing’s sovereignty under the “One China” policy, it continues to provide military and diplomatic support to Taiwan.

AN expert in mathematics and science education, Patrick Obot, has proposed the use of an innovative solution to enhance multilingual learners’ success in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education. Obot proposed that the innovative Culturally Relevant and Internationally Informed Mathematics Education (CRIIME) framework can be integrated into teaching science and mathematics to help multilingual learners. He disclosed that the proposed framework blends culturally relevant teaching practices with suitable global practices and educational standards to create a learning experience that enhances multilingual learners’ success in science and mathematics. Obot also disclosed that the proposed CRIIME framework also “addresses the challenges many educators face in increasingly diverse classrooms. By integrating the framework into classroom instruction, learning experiences will be more practicable and align with multilingual learners’ academic needs.”He added that the framework also offers a scalable and adaptable solution for educators globally, making it an essential tool for improving mathematics education in multilingual settings.

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria has criticised the Federal Government’s plan to secure a $500 million loan from the World Bank to support basic education. On 26 September 2024, the World Bank approved $500m for HOPE-GOV and $570m for HOPE-PHC. According to the Programme Information Document for the loan project, obtained by PUNCH on Friday, the loan is expected to receive formal approval by March 2025. Obele observed that many Nigerians were alarmed by the government’s frequent requests for external loans amounting to billions of dollars. He stressed that while borrowing can be beneficial when used for productive purposes, it becomes harmful when directed towards mere consumption.

“Don’t leave tennis, man,” Djokovic said in an on-court interview after beating Nadal in straight sets 6-2, 7-6 (7/5) at the “Six Kings Slam” exhibition in Saudi Arabia. Nadal, 38, announced on 10 October that he would retire from tennis after the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga next month. Organisers of the Saudi event billed Saturday’s match as possibly Nadal’s last singles contest as a professional. Djokovic and Nadal — two of the sport’s famed “Big Three” alongside Roger Federer — had faced each other 60 times on the main tour prior to Saturday’s exhibition match, with Djokovic holding a narrow 31-29 lead. The Women’s Tennis Association announced in April that Riyadh would host the next three editions of the Tour Finals, featuring the top eight singles players and doubles teams.

About 44 Nigerians and Ghanaians were deported to their home countries in a single flight on Friday, according to the UK Home Office. The Home Office said that the Nigeria and Ghana deportations were part of a “major surge” in immigration enforcement and returns, according to the Guardian UK. There are also regular deportation flights to Albania, Lithuania and Romania. Deportation flights to Nigeria and Ghana are relatively rare, with just four recorded since 2020, according to data released under freedom of information rules. Friday’s flight had more than double that number removed on a single flight.

The Federal Government has called on Nigerians in the diaspora to return home and contribute to the nation’s growth and prosperity. She highlighted that diaspora engagement is crucial for fostering national growth, urging Nigerians overseas to explore and utilise the numerous opportunities available at home. She further noted that NIDCOM is actively working to establish frameworks that will facilitate greater diaspora involvement in Nigeria’s growth efforts. Babalola acknowledged the country’s abundant human and natural resources and urged young people to reconsider leaving Nigeria for opportunities abroad. “We are blessed with both human and natural resources,” he said, stressing that youth should avoid the lure of seeking “greener pastures” overseas.

A 36-year-old man of Lusaka’s Chelston area has complained to the Lusaka Boma Local Court, Zambia, about the s3x drought that has characterised his marriage. According to Zambia Observer, Best Bwanga told the court his wife, Phelliny Hamainza, 37, denied him s3x on the pretext that she was having her menstrual period for two consecutive weeks. Best said, to his amazement, during the period he was denied sex, Phelliny chatted with other men on social media telling them how horny she felt. She noted that Best should not have moved in to live with Philliny after being chased from his friend’s place. Justice Tembo ordered Best to compensate his wife with K10,000, to be paid in monthly installments of K350, beginning next month-end, and child support of K500.

According to the plaintiff, the defendant once fought him throughout the night and left him with wounds all over his body. In addition to the slaps, Ajayi also claimed that Lanre went further to tear his clothes to shreds thereby disgracing him. According to her, her husband dragged her to court only because he wanted to marry another wife. She slapped me in the presence of my boss and colleagues and went further to tear my clothes to shreds. She once arrested me with the police after my wife and I fought and I was detained by the police.

A health expert, Constance King, has launched a mental and physical challenge competition aimed at bringing fun to Africa. The competition, titled ‘Scavenger Hunt Africa’, is inspired by the American TV show ‘The Amazing Race’. The show will feature six teams living together during the competition. Due to Nigeria’s size, the country has been divided into two regions—Abuja and Lagos—where the winning teams from each region will face off for the grand prize. Ultimately, ‘Scavenger Hunt Africa’ plans to visit six African countries, culminating in a final showdown for a prize of 2 million in local currency.