Putin vows to make Russia sovereign, self-sufficient power
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday promised to make Russia a “sovereign, self-sufficient” power in the face of the West, in his first campaign speech before running again for president in a March election. Putin, in power since 2000, will stand for president in March, in a vote with no real opposition that is expected to prolong his rule until at least 2030. The vote will come just over two years since he launched Moscow’s Ukraine offensive, prompting huge rounds of Western sanctions on Russia. “We must remember and never forget and tell our children: Russia will be either a sovereign, self-sufficient state, or it will not be there at all,” Putin said during a congress of the ruling United Russia party. “We will only make decisions ourselves without foreign tips from abroad,” Putin told United Russia members, to applause.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
December 17, 2023 21:15 UTC
Vaccination card retention best for children — UNICEF
United Nations Children Emergency Funds (UNICEF) has said vaccine card retention is the best option for parents to avoid multiple vaccinations for children in schools and homes. This was disclosed by the head of UNICEF Kano field office, Mr Rahama Farah while speaking at Media Dialogue on Vaccine Card Retention at Babale Suit, said “card retention would avoid unnecessary revaccination to a child in schools or homes”. Mr Rahama Farah who was represented by UNICEF behavior change specialist, Mr Ogu Enemaku explained that properly keeping vaccine cards helps in easily detecting missed vaccine children. According to him “Vaccine Card Retention made easy to determine the a child status, serve as data element for survey on immunization coverage and it helps for estimation coverage”. He expressed concern over some parents’ poor vaccine card retention behavior in Kano, Katsina and Jigawa.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
December 17, 2023 18:55 UTC
Zambian musician commits suicide, alleges wife’s infidelity
…I never cheated on my late husband — WifeA Zambian musician, Nathan Mithi, has reportedly committed suicide after accusing his wife, Sabby Phiri, of infidelity. In a lengthy suicide note published on his Facebook, Mithi detailed the harrowing experiences of his marriage to Phiri, accusing her of infidelity, deception, and a quest for a lavish lifestyle. “Behind closed doors, I bore the weight of relentless wife battering, a painful truth that remained hidden for far too long. “It pains me to be implicated in my late husband’s tragic decision when, in truth, his struggles extended far beyond our personal conflicts. Phiri further beseeched the public, paddling her late husband’s story to desist while seeking empathy, understanding, and acknowledgment that the truth transcends the surface-level perceptions painted by external circumstances.
Source:Punch
December 17, 2023 18:18 UTC
Backlash trails man who wooed wife for eight years
Backlashes have trailed a man identified as Nnamdi Azodo, who married his wife after eight years of meeting and wooing her on the microblogging website X (formerly Twitter). He wrote, “According to Twitter standards, you shouldn’t ask a lady out for more than a month. Meanwhile, netizens have feasted on the tweet and have condemned the elongated courtship process the man endured while trying to get his wife. The simp slayer said, “You chased a woman for a decade, and you think she married you out of love? “You might have hanged yourself if she didn’t give in after disgracing your bloodline for 8 years.”
Source:Punch
December 17, 2023 18:10 UTC
Teaching English in Myanmar as a Non-Native English Speaker
Increased Demand for English Education: With the influx of foreign investment, the boom in tourism, and the emphasis on international communication, the demand for English education has skyrocketed. Variety of Teaching Opportunities: The teaching opportunities in Myanmar are varied and numerous. This presents a unique opportunity for non-native English speakers to leave a lasting impact on the development of English education in the country. The Legal Framework: Requirements for Non-Native English Speakers Teaching in MyanmarAs is common in most countries, teaching English in Myanmar as a non-native speaker requires adherence to certain legal prerequisites. Schools may favour candidates with a TEFL or TESOL certificate, which is particularly advantageous for non-native English speakers.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
December 17, 2023 12:05 UTC
13 die in Argentina as club roof collapses
At least 13 people have lost their lives in a strong storm in the Argentina port city of Bahia Blanca when the roof of a sports club collapsed, authorities said. The heavy rains and wind that pummelled Bahia Blanca on Saturday, caused the roof to give way at a facility where a skating competition was taking place, according to sources from the mayor’s office. “Unfortunately, the emergency service confirms the death of 13 people in the Bahiense del Norte club,” the municipality said in a statement, adding that firefighters were working at the site where people remained trapped under rubble. Winds of more than 140 kilometers (87 miles) per hour were recorded in the city, parts of which lost power.
Source:Punch
December 17, 2023 09:27 UTC
After PUNCH report, ex-U17 striker with knee injury starts football training centre
Although his dreams of becoming a pro footballer may no longer be realisable as a result of his age and knee injury, he will no longer work as a butcher in Calabar, Cross Rivers State. Seven months ago, when Saturday PUNCH reporter met him in a Calabar market, he was forlorn, almost helpless. This was when our reporter met him in Cross River and he told his story of despair and hopes for a better future. From butcher to football coach“I went from playing for the national team to being a butcher. Speaking of how far he has come since the report, he said, “Football really helped my life.
Source:Punch
December 17, 2023 06:09 UTC
‘My husband demands for sex when drunk, throws me out when I deny him —Wife
Olamide who dragged Saheed to court alleged that he was a drunk and a brute. She explained that he was in the habit of beating her every time he returned home late in the night drunk. “My husband is in the habit of demanding for sex when he is drunk and will beat me blue black when I deny him. “I deny him sex because I do not enjoy sex with him. Akintayo further stated that Saheed never denied being a drunk and brute adding that he refused to change despite writing an undertaking.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
December 16, 2023 18:58 UTC
One Punch Man: World - Official Launch Date Announcement Trailer
One Punch Man: World will be available on the Apple Store, Google Play, and PC on January 31, 2024. Watch the latest action-packed trailer for this upcoming online action game that recreates the world of the anime series One-Punch Man. One Punch Man will feature cross-platform play and progression, and allows you to play as iconic One Punch Man characters such as Genos, Mumen Rider, Silverfang, and more.
Source:Punch
December 16, 2023 17:58 UTC
Why I allocated 20% of 2024 budget to education — Otti
As the Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, says, he recently allocated 20% of the state’s 2024 annual budget to the education sector, having recognised the pivotal role education plays in shaping the destiny of society. According to him, “allocating 20% and 15% of our 2024 annual budget to education and health, respectively, marks a historic milestone in Nigeria’s budgeting. The government’s continued support and partnership with GUU will contribute to cultivating young talent and driving progress in Abia State. Therefore, the state’s commitment to allocating a significant portion of our budget to education underscores the belief that investing in knowledge is investing in the future of Abia State. Earlier, the Chancellor of the university, Gregory Okechukwu Ibe, advised the students as they celebrated, “Let us not forget the responsibility that comes with knowledge.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
December 16, 2023 16:27 UTC
My marriage...With Nosa Rex
The best words that can capture my marriage are that I have a peaceful marriage and I have an understanding spouse. I met my wife in 2013 and we got married in 2015. Before I got married to my wife, it was hard for me to spend time with ladies. I don dey tire but when I met my wife, I found out that we bonded. I don’t like to always advise when it comes to marriage because marriage has no manual.
Source:Punch
December 16, 2023 15:37 UTC
Nnamdi Kanu’s family rejects Supreme Court judgment
Members of the family of the leader, the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, have rejected the Supreme Court’s verdict on his terrorism case. He said, “It is extremely unfortunate that the Supreme Court could come up with such a judgment. “Now taking the case back again and having acknowledged in the court today by the judge that delivered this judgment that the way and manner Mazi Nnamdi Kanu was brought back to Nigeria was illegal. He agreed with the Appeal Court that it was extra-ordinary rendition. Of course, what is left is a bailable offence which Nnamdi Kanu never committed.
Source:Punch
December 16, 2023 13:59 UTC
Why is cancer difficult to cure?
Kindly let me know why cancer is difficult to cure. It is also a challenge because cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body through a process called metastasis. Furthermore, cancer cells can develop resistance to treatments such as chemotherapy and targeted therapies. Cancer cells can evade the body›s immune system, allowing them to survive and proliferate. Early detection significantly improves the chances of successful treatment, but screening methods are not available for all types of cancer.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
December 16, 2023 10:13 UTC
Mr Ibu undergoes another leg surgery, hardly talks again
Renowned actor John Okafor, famously known as Mr Ibu, is reportedly facing a deteriorating health condition, leading to severe communication challenges as he hardly talks again. Dr Emeka Rollas, the National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), disclosed that Mr Ibu underwent another surgery recently, resulting in the partial amputation of the same leg that was previously operated on. Expressing sadness over the development, Mr. Rollas said, “We are resigning to fate concerning the two actors. “As I speak with you, Mr Ibu hardly talks again, and he has undergone another leg amputation,” Rollas added. He revealed that N250,000 has been sent to the ailing actor’s account from the AGN Trust Fund.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
December 16, 2023 08:13 UTC