FCCPC warns Nigerians of substandard sugar in markets
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has alerted the public to the circulation of substandard and unregistered sugar products in Nigerian markets. It stated that the low-quality sugar, primarily smuggled from Brazil, poses significant health risks to consumers and undermines the integrity of the country’s local sugar industry. “The absence of this fortification exposes Nigerian consumers to serious health risks, including blindness and increased susceptibility to infections,” Ijagwu warned. Beyond the health risks, the FCCPC expressed concern about the economic impact of these illicit sugar products. Consumers have been urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious or substandard sugar products to the FCCPC.
Source:Punch
November 20, 2024 22:48 UTC
Travel firm pledges ticket price slash
One of Nigeria’s travel agencies, Super International Travels, is bringing the holiday spirit to travel professionals with its upcoming event tagged ‘The Super International Travels Agency Hangout 2024’. The gathering will take place at the agency’s headquarters in Ikeja and provide an opportunity for expert networking, industry insights, and valuable training for travel agents. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the General Manager of Super International Travels, Sanmi Shobayo, and made available to the PUNCH on Tuesday. The statement also promised tickets’ price slash in recognition of clients’ loyalty and yuletide celebrations. “We are also preparing for a fare slash in December, offering even more opportunities for travellers to create lasting holiday memories with family and friends,” it stated.
Source:Punch
November 20, 2024 04:02 UTC
Insecurity: Military remains guardian of Nigeria’s unity, democracy – Gen Abdulsalami, IBB, others
Former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar and other prominent Nigerians have emphasised the crucial role of Nigesaf’s military in safeguarding the nation’s unity and democracy. Abdulsalami commended the author for his patriotism and unwavering commitment to democracy and national unity. He said: “An excellent scholar, Fadile has continued to seek knowledge, stay curious and remain committed to Nigeria’s progress. He emphasized the need for the military to focus on safeguarding peace, human life, and law and order, rather than seizing power. While appreciating all who attended the launch despite their busy schedules, Col. Fadile recounting his struggles through years of service.
Source:The Guardian
November 19, 2024 22:41 UTC
Forum advocates stronger democratic institutions
The Private Sector Development for Democratic Forum has called for the strengthening of democratic institutions such as the media, judiciary, and electoral bodies, saying only through this can Nigeria achieve it desired development. The forum stated this during a one-day briefing session by the National Agenda for Democratic Strengthening with Private Sector leaders in Lagos over the weekend. Speaking at the event, the Country Director of CIPE Nigeria, Ms. Lola Adekanye, emphasised that strong democratic institutions were essential for upholding justice, ensuring transparency, and maintaining public trust. She added that the judiciary, media, and electoral bodies among others were crucial to the sustenance of Nigeria’s democratic principles. The PSDdF noted that corruption remained a major barrier to Nigeria’s democratic and economic development, and had eroded public trust and weakened government institutions.
Source:Punch
November 19, 2024 18:01 UTC
Africa’s Best Player award: Super Eagles star misses out as Lookman joins South Africa GK on final shortlist
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the final shortlist for the 2024 Africa Player of the Year award, with Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman and South Africa’s Ronwen Williams making the cut, Soccernet.ng reports. Notably absent from the final shortlist is Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong, who had featured in the initial 10-man roster. South African goalkeeper Williams, whose commanding performances have been pivotal for club and country, has also made a strong case for the award. The winners across various categories will be announced during a star-studded ceremony in Marrakesh, Morocco, on December 16. The event promises to celebrate the best in African football, with honours for both men’s and women’s achievements.
Source:The Guardian
November 19, 2024 14:46 UTC
Group recommits to strengthening Nigeria-India relations
Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening Nigeria and India’s economic relations. This was the crux of the meeting between the Indian political group and Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi during his recent visit to Abuja, capital of Nigeria. According to the group, the meeting was to reflect on the long-standing, historical, and cultural ties between Nigeria and India. Also speaking, the spokesperson, OFBJP, Abuja, Sudhir Rathore, said: “Prime Minister Modi’s visit marks a pivotal moment in strengthening the relationship between India and Nigeria, elevating it to new heights. The group engages in charitable activities such as organizing community welfare programmes to uplift underprivileged groups.
Source:The Guardian
November 19, 2024 13:57 UTC
‘When the water subsided, I saw our house was gone’ – This is climate breakdown
We didn’t know where to go, and so we ended up in the water. View image in fullscreen Leoncia Ibanez Photograph: HandoutMy children panicked, and I didn’t know what to save first. When the water subsided, I saw that our house was gone. We don’t know how we’ll survive or start again. We don’t know where to begin.
Source:The Guardian
November 19, 2024 06:01 UTC
Banking with tears and blood
The following week on September 24, 2019, I wrote a rejoinder titled “Banking with Less Tears.”The sordid situation of bank customers has worsened as they now bank with blood. The reality is that banking business in Nigeria has become a pain for the majority of our people. No bank should be allowed to keep to itself the details of banking transactions of its customers. Then by month end you get to know what you really signed in for, when the debit alerts start hitting your mailbox as follows: “Stamp Duty Charge”, “Account Maintenance Charge”, “Monthly Maintenance Charge”, “SMS Charge”, “ATM Maintenance Charge”, etc. Enough of banking with tears and blood.
Source:The Guardian
November 19, 2024 01:44 UTC
NAF airstrikes kill terrorists, destroy arms depot in Niger
The Nigerian Air Force announced on Monday that airstrikes conducted by the Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma have killed several terrorists in Niger State. The operation also targeted strategic arms depots and the residence of a notorious kingpin, Mallam Saleh, a loyalist of Dogo Gide. However, the Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma had been tracking his movements and gathering crucial intelligence to dismantle his operations. With swift and precise action, the NAF assets unleashed devastating strikes, obliterating the weapons cache and dealing a crushing blow to the terrorists. He further stated:“Collaborating with surface forces, the NAF will maintain dominance through constant patrols, situational awareness, and targeted interdictions.
Source:Punch
November 18, 2024 19:57 UTC
Eguavoen trusts Super Eagles depth as Aina, Lookman, and Nwabali miss Rwanda clash
Caretaker coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Augustine Eguavoen, has expressed full confidence in the squad’s depth to deliver a positive result at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Soccernet.ng reports. The way we approach Rwanda is the same way we will approach Brazil. The same way we approach Argentina is the same we’ll use against Rwanda.” The former KAA Gent player said ahead of the game. Tactical Adjustments and Squad DepthMaduka Okoye is expected to return to the starting XI, making his first appearance for the Super Eagles since 2021. Kick-Off DetailsThe game kicks off at 5 PM local time, with fans eager to see if the Super Eagles can maintain their unbeaten run and dampen Rwanda’s hopes of AFCON qualification.
Source:The Guardian
November 18, 2024 19:49 UTC
Pope Francis seeks probe into Gaza genocide claims
Pope Francis has called for a “careful investigation” into the allegations of genocide in Gaza, offering some of his strongest words yet against Israel’s military actions in the region. “According to some experts… what is happening in Gaza bears the hallmarks of a genocide,” Vatican News, the official voice of the Holy See, quoted the pontiff as writing in his upcoming book. Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman also accused Israel of carrying out genocide in Gaza last week, marking some of his strongest criticism of the country since the conflict began. This comes after a period when Saudi Arabia was close to normalizing relations with Israel before the October 7 attack. ALSO READ FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNETinubu tasks Isreal to end Gaza aggressionGet real-time news updates from Tribune Online!
Source:Nigerian Tribune
November 18, 2024 16:06 UTC
Prudent governance: A tale of two Nigerian states
The second was the report on Nasarawa State Government, commencing the harvest of its 10,000-hectare rice farm in Jangwa community, Awe Local Government Area of the State. The Governor of Nasarawa State, Abdulahi Sule, physically flagged-off the commencement of the harvest, targeted at ensuring food security in the state. He described the milestone as part of Nasarawa State’s broader strategy to enhance food security, which was launched at the beginning of this year’s planting season. Prior to Bill Gate’s exposé, the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) had issued a Policy Brief on the Status of Food Security in the country. Alternatively, the one billion naira will definitely serve more useful purposes if deployed to the security sector in Anambra State.
Source:The Guardian
November 18, 2024 15:51 UTC
Shaping The Future: How Law Is Empowering Nigeria's Digital Economy
As we celebrate Digital Nigeria Day 2024, themed "Empowering a Digital Future," it is important to reflect on Nigeria's progress towards becoming a dynamic digital economy. In today's world, going digital is no longer optional; it is essential. To stay competitive globally, countries, industries, and individuals must embrace the digital revolution. From groundbreaking fintech innovations transforming the way we make payments, to tech startups addressing local challenges, the digital economy is reshaping how we do business and how we live. In this special newsletter edition, we explore the legal frameworks that drive Nigeria's digital transformation.
Source:The Guardian
November 18, 2024 14:23 UTC
Rwanda Coach Spittler rallies team for must-win battle against Nigeria
Rwanda’s head coach, Torsten Spittler, has expressed determination as his team faces the daunting task of defeating Nigeria to secure their place at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Soccernet.ng reports. Speaking ahead of the crucial tie at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, the coach stressed the importance of teamwork and resilience against the Super Eagles. “It’s clear that if we must go to AFCON 2025, we’ll have to win here (against the Super Eagles). He further acknowledged Nigeria’s strength, “We’re expecting an interesting match against Nigeria, and we’ll have to fight until the last minute. With Rwanda needing nothing less than victory to keep their AFCON hopes alive, the Amavubi will rely on collective discipline and tactical organisation to upset the already-qualified Super Eagles.
Source:The Guardian
November 18, 2024 13:39 UTC
‘Arcane’ Season 2 Part 2 Ends With The Biggest Gut Punch Of The Series So Far
Arcane NetflixArcane is doing this highly unusual “arc” structure, where they have talked Netflix into releasing three episodes a weekend for three weekends in a row. The method to do this is to bring him to Viktor, who now has magic, Arcane-based healing powers which has created a utopian community. Second, a demented version of Jayce has re-emerged from the Arcane plane, and he’s actually the one who kicks off the chaos that follows. It is no great surprise that Arcane season 2 has kept up its perfect critic reviews and sky-high audience scores, and it’s hard to imagine the final three episodes of the season, the series finale, won’t deliver next weekend. Pick up my sci-fi novels the Herokiller series and The Earthborn Trilogy.
Source:Punch
November 18, 2024 09:52 UTC