From lavish celebrations to lasting legacies
Agricultural support co-ops, clean water projects by organisations like Mawuwa Foundation, and waste-to-wealth initiatives such as RecyclePoints further enhance social and economic development. These initiatives collectively address pressing social needs while driving economic empowerment, paving the way for sustainable development and inclusive growth in Nigeria. Compassion and responsibility can be further ingrained through programmes such as youth leadership initiatives, collaborations with non-governmental organisations, and national platforms for exhibiting impactful projects. Ultimately, the true measure of a life well-lived is found not in the grandeur of celebrations but in the lives touched and the positive changes made. It’s time for Nigerians to join the global ranks of philanthropists who make lasting contributions, paving the way for a stronger, more resilient Nigeria.
Source:The Guardian
November 26, 2024 13:01 UTC
Naira debacle, deja vu all over
Concluding in the February write-up, I speculated that one thousand eight hundred naira to the dollar was the equilibrium price around which the naira would stabilise. Later, the usual depreciation resumed, and the naira weakened from its low of N1,100 to N1,735 to the dollar. It remains the same: crude, crude, crude. Urgency of an existential threat: Things are not looking good for crude oil in the coming years of this decade. Buharinomics has propelled the naira from below N200 to the dollar to N2,000 to the dollar, all within nine years.
Source:The Guardian
November 26, 2024 08:26 UTC
Cee Shine to release new single, Armageddon
Music Cee Shine to release new single, Armageddon By Ngozi Egenuka Imo state-born singer and entertainer, Somkelechi Mbafotu, whose stage name is Cee Shine, is set to release his new single, titled ArmageddoImo state-born singer and entertainer, Somkelechi Mbafotu, whose stage name is Cee Shine, is set to release his new single, titled Armageddon. Known for his unique and diverse blends of styles, Cee Shine’s single is set to be released in November 2024. It also featured another rising and very talented rapper, Cameo Huzla, who delivers an excellent indigenous bar with an energetic melody. Giving more details on the song, Cee Shine described the song as the song of the year, adding that a video is underway. We have shot the video too and it will be aired in some major stations soonest,” he said.
Source:The Guardian
November 26, 2024 08:22 UTC
UTEP Hall of Fame induction thrills Amusan
“I humbly introduce to you the youngest female miner to be inducted into UTEP’s Hall Of Fame Class of 2024. Amusan competed for the Miners for two seasons between 2016 and 2017 where she first captured the national title in the 100m hurdles (12.57s) at the 2017 NCAA Outdoor Championships. Amusan was also a five-time Conference USA champion and holds the school record in the 60m hurdles indoors (7.98s) and the 100m hurdles outdoors (12.57s). Amusan is the current world record holder in the 100m hurdles with a time of 12.1s which she ran at the semi-final of the 2022 World Championships in Oregon. She won the world title the same evening to become Nigeria’s first-ever world champion in athletics.
Source:Punch
November 26, 2024 01:23 UTC
Democrats should stop mocking Trump’s ground game and start learning from it
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.
Source:The Guardian
November 25, 2024 19:31 UTC
Interest rate hike likely again as MPC meets today
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.
Source:Punch
November 25, 2024 02:54 UTC
Kwara restates commitment to food safety, security
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.
Source:Punch
November 25, 2024 01:11 UTC
Sampaoli beaten on Rennes debut as fans disrupt Nantes loss
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.
Source:The Guardian
November 24, 2024 20:39 UTC
Bandits kill seven farmers in Niger
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.
Source:The Guardian
November 24, 2024 15:54 UTC
Nigeria, two others lead countries with health, care visaNigeria, two others top countries with health, care visa
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).
Source:Punch
November 24, 2024 15:47 UTC
Abia gov promises to clamp down on criminals
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.
Source:Punch
November 24, 2024 15:05 UTC
Despite reforms, Nigeria’s economic risk worsens — Report
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.
Source:The Guardian
November 24, 2024 13:35 UTC
Indian teen battles for world chess crown against champion Liren
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.
Source:Punch
November 23, 2024 17:37 UTC
‘Disaster is about caring. I’m not selfish any more’ – This is climate breakdown
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.
Source:The Guardian
November 23, 2024 12:04 UTC