Bring the Bright, Pithy Punch of “Limecello” to Your Ramos
But unlike other summer standbys, like frozen Margaritas or elderflower spritzes , Limonada Suiça has a certain decadence. It’s light, thanks to the bright, pithy aromatics of the lime peels, but it’s also creamy, capable of transcending well past warm-weather drinking. Perhaps with a few adjustments, the rich but light-on-its-feet Limonada Suiça is just what we need to cut through the heavy, nog-laden winter. To give the drink an appropriately festive air, consider a Limonada Suiça Ramos created by Leanne Favre, of Brooklyn, New York’s Leyenda. At Leyenda, leftover lime peels are used instead of lemon, for a slightly more bitter version.
Source:Punch
November 22, 2023 17:05 UTC
North Korea says spy satellite launch successful
North Korea said Wednesday it had succeeded in putting a military spy satellite in orbit after two previous failures, as the United States led its allies in condemning the launch as a “brazen violation” of UN sanctions. North Korea’s previous efforts to put a spy satellite into orbit in May and August both failed. KCNA said it was North Korea’s “legitimate right” to launch the satellite, as the country confronts what it calls threats from South Korea and the United States. “If North Korea carries out additional provocations, our military will immediately and strongly punish any provocations,” he told a briefing. – ‘Confidence in success’ –Seoul has been saying for weeks that Pyongyang was in the final stages of preparation for another attempted spy satellite launch.
Source:Punch
November 22, 2023 15:48 UTC
Five simple steps to apply for FG start-up support fund
The Federal Government on Tuesday launched the Startup Support and Engagement Portal, a key requirement for implementing the Nigeria Startup Act. The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, announced this via his X account. However, he has encouraged all Nigerian startups, venture capital companies, hubs and innovation centres to register and explore their available resources. Scroll down the page to reveal the options for Startups, Angel Investors, Venture Capitalists or Accelerators, Innovation Hubs and incubators. – Have at least one-third of local shareholding held by one or more Nigerians as founder or co-founder of the startup.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
November 22, 2023 14:56 UTC
Venue N-Line Vs Punch Comparison
Hyundai Venue N-Line Vs Tata Punch Price, Engine Specs & Dimensions ComparisonIn this Hyundai Venue N-Line vs Tata Punch comparison, we’ll look at the variant-wise prices, engine specs, dimensions and features to help you decide which car you should buy. HYUNDAI VENUE N-LINE VS TATA PUNCH PETROL-MANUAL PRICE COMPARISON (Ex-Showroom) Hyundai Venue N-Line Tata Punch Variant Price Variant Price N6 1.0L Turbo Rs. HYUNDAI VENUE N-LINE VS TATA PUNCH PETROL-AUTO PRICE COMPARISON (Ex-Showroom) Hyundai Venue N-Line Tata Punch Variant Price Variant Price N6 1.0L Turbo DCT Rs. HYUNDAI VENUE N-LINE VS TATA PUNCHCNG-MANUAL PRICE COMPARISON (Ex-Showroom) Hyundai Venue N-Line Tata Punch Variant Price Variant Price - - Pure 1.2L Normal Rs. Fuel Cost Calculator in IndiaHyundai Venue N-Line Vs Tata Punch Dimension ComparisonHYUNDAI VENUE N-LINE VS TATA PUNCH DIMENSION COMPARISON Hyundai Venue N-Line Tata Punch Length 3995mm 3981mm Width 1770mm 1733mm Height 1617mm 1604mm Wheelbase 2500mm 2540mm Ground Clearance 190mm 187mm Boot Space 343L 366L Fuel Tank Capacity 45L 37L Wheel Size (Base) 215/60 R16 185/70 R15 Wheel Size (Top) 215/60 R16 195/60 R16The Hyundai Venue N-Line and the Tata Punch are both SUVs.
Source:Punch
November 22, 2023 12:34 UTC
Federal High Court redeploys judges | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
The Chief Judge (CJ) of the Federal High Court, Justice John Tsoho, on Tuesday, approved the redeployment of 94 judges across Federal High Court divisions in the country. The redeployment was aimed at boosting manpower and optimising the distribution of judicial officers following the recent appointment of 23 new Federal High Court judges. Justice Tsoho’s office in a statement indicated the transfers were necessitated by “the appointment of 23 new judges and other imperatives.”The major locations affected by the shuffling of Federal High Court judges include Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Benin, and Kano. Ofili- Ajumogobia, Justice A.R Mohammed, Justice Ieekwo, Justice D.Uokorowo, Justice Joyce Obehi Abdulmalik, Justice James Kolawale Omotosho, Justice Emeka Nwite, Justice Obiora Atuegwu Egwuatu, Justice Mobolaji Olubukola Olajuwon, and Justice Nkeonye Evelyn Mана. Benin, Edo – Justice S. M. Shuaibu, and Justice Chuka Austine Obiozor while Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi one judge Justice Emmanuel Gakko was posted there.
Source:The Guardian
November 22, 2023 12:16 UTC
Mexico punch their Copa America ticket in a penalty-shootout victory over Honduras
The field for the Concacaf Nations League semifinals is set as Mexico advanced past Honduras winning 4-2 in a penalty shootout after their 2-0 victory in regulation leveled the aggregate in the tie. A missed penalty by Andy Najar sealed it but it was a match that had drama from start to finish. Despite how close Mexico were to crashing out, the resilience that was shown during the match is critical. That's more than Canada can say after losing to Jamaica but the Canucks will at least have a second chance at making the Copa America via the playoff round between the four losers from these quarterfinal matches. The Nations League semifinals will take place in March of 2024 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX while Copa America will be held in the U.S. between June 20-July 14, 2024.
Source:Punch
November 22, 2023 10:56 UTC
End in sight as Israel, Hamas agree four-day truce for hostages’ release, aid into Gaza
For every additional 10 hostages released, the pause would be extended by another day, it said, without mentioning the release of Palestinian prisoners in exchange. Hamas said the 50 hostages would be released in exchange for 150 Palestinian women and children who are held in Israeli jails. The truce deal will also allow hundreds of trucks of humanitarian, medical and fuel aid to enter Gaza, the Palestinian group said in a statement. Israel had committed not to attack or arrest anyone in all parts of Gaza during the truce period, it added. To destroy Hamas, return all our hostages and ensure that no entity in Gaza can threaten Israel,” he said in a recorded message at the start of the government meeting.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
November 22, 2023 09:27 UTC
Man cuts off friend’s hand over soft drink quarrel
The Fulani community in the Ogunmakin area of Ogun State was thrown into confusion and shock on Monday when two friends identified as Abdullahi Audu and Usman Muhammed nearly hacked each other to death following a misunderstanding over a bottle of soft drink. However, the incident further became uglier when the knife Muhammed stuck in Audu’s abdomen was said to have brought out his (Audu) intestine, leaving both friends grimacing in pain. Meanwhile, PUNCH Metro reports that both victims are currently receiving treatment at one Immaculate Hospital in the community. Contacted, the state Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, who confirmed the incident, said they had begun an investigation into the matter. We are investigating the matter,” Odutola simply stated via a WhatsApp message on Tuesday.
Source:Punch
November 22, 2023 08:05 UTC
States spend N1.7tn on trips, meals, others, borrow N988bn
Anambra’s non-salary spend was N15.17bn as of the end of Q2, 2023; Bauchi was N70.25bn. Benue’s non-salary spend was N34.44bn. As of the end of Q2, 2023, Ekiti’s non-salary spend was N31.33bn. Enugu’s non-salary spend as of the end of Q3, 2023 amounted to N33.36bn, Gombe was N24.73bn (for Q1 and Q2). Jigawa’s non-salary spend was N49.64bn which included allowances of N22.07bn, N1.18bn on transport and travelling, N1.83bn on materials and supplies including drugs, vaccines, medical supplies, stationaries, and more.
Source:Punch
November 22, 2023 07:57 UTC
‘AGF drafting bill on public finance management, treasury reforms’
The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) is drafting a Bill that will give legal backing to the Public Finance Management (PFM) Reform initiatives and the operations of the Treasury of the Federation. Bawa Mokwa Director (Press) in OAGF said in a statement that Dr. Madein highlighted that the Finance Control and Management Act of 1958 which is currently the principal legislation in operation, has become obsolete and inadequate to support the Public Finance Management (PFM) Reforms. She said the Bill, when passed into law, will repeal the Finance Control and Management Act 1958 and enact the Public Finance Management Bill which will provide legal framework for the operations of the Treasury, institutionalise the Public Finance management (PFM) Reforms and regulate the management of public funds. On revenue collection, Dr. Madein decried revenue collection in cash by Revenue Agencies, stating that this practice promotes leakages in revenue collection. She advised Revenue Agencies to devise efficient revenue collection strategies to forestall leakages.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
November 22, 2023 04:40 UTC
“Gov. Buni Allocates N7.5 Million House and Financial Aid to Family of Slain Policeman”
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has instructed the acquisition of a N7.5 million house for the family of the late Corporal Mohammed Maina, who was tragically killed in an ambush on the governor’s convoy by suspected terrorists along the Maiduguri-Damaturu route last Saturday. The directive, revealed in a press statement by Mamman Mohammed, the Director General of Press and Media Affairs to Governor Buni, includes N2 million for immediate needs and N1 million for the children’s school fees. Additionally, the governor approved N1 million for each of the six injured security personnel and an extra N2 million for their medical expenses. Governor Buni, expressing condolences and prayers for the deceased and injured, also authorized the release of food items to the affected families. The Emir of Damaturu, Shehu Hashimi II ibn al-Amin El-Kanemi, presented these items to the victims’ family, accompanied by the Special Advisers on Religious Affairs, Ustaz Babagana Mallam-Kyari.
Source:Punch
November 22, 2023 04:01 UTC
“Gov. Soludo Unveils N410 Billion Budget for Anambra State in 2024”
Governor Chukwuma Soludo has unveiled a proposed budget of N410 billion for Anambra State in 2024, presenting the estimate to the State House of Assembly in Awka, the capital. Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe! This marks a 57.8 percent increase from the 2023 budget of over N280 billion. Notably, the budget allocates N96.2 billion to Recurrent expenditure and N313.9 billion to Capital expenditure, with 77 percent of the total budget focused on Capital projects. Soludo emphasized that this budget reflects a strategic shift toward realizing the promised transformation agenda for a vibrant and prosperous smart mega city.
Source:Punch
November 22, 2023 03:56 UTC
FCTA shifts ground rent payment deadline, threatens revocation
Following the expiration of the deadline earlier given to land allottees owing ground rents in Abuja, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has extended the payment deadline till December 14, 2023. The PUNCH reports that the FCT Administration in September published land titles of individuals, corporate organisations and government agencies, with a reminder of their obligation to pay the ground rent on January 1 every year, as stated in their given Certificates of Occupancy. He added that the FCTA expected to rake in about N30bn from the payment of ground debts in the territory. “The FCTA wishes to remind the general public of the final notice given for settlement of outstanding ground rents and to note that the grace period has elapsed, thus paving the way for enforcement of attendant sanctions. “In consideration of the sustained response from affected allottees and in order not to disenfranchise those who are still in queue for collection of ground rent bill and are eager to pay, the minster, FCT has graciously approved that additional time be granted from the expiration of the final notice to 14th of December, 2023.”“The administration is expecting over N30 billion from the grant rent payment.”
Source:Punch
November 21, 2023 22:34 UTC
JUST IN: We can make mistakes, Sanwo-Olu reacts to Lagos spending
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday, said no administration was immune to mistakes, adding that his government was committed to public goods. The governor said this while reacting to the procurement record released by the Lagos State Public Procurement Agency during the inauguration of the Lagos State Building Control Agency Building, PWD Ikeja. While welcoming the open letter by the governorship candidate of the Action Democratic Congress in Lagos, Funso Doherty, Sanwo-Olu assured him that the government will continue to publish its spending and keep it open for public scrutiny. “Some officers in Lagos have all come out to say that indeed we can make mistakes on some lines of items. “For me, I’m leading a team of very dedicated public officials; I’m leading a team of committed civil servants.
Source:Punch
November 21, 2023 19:58 UTC
Five Finger Death Punch – Celebrate The 10th Anniversary Of “The Wrong Side Of Heaven And The Righteous Side Of Hell Vol. 1 And 2”
Five Finger Death Punch – Celebrate The 10th Anniversary Of “The Wrong Side Of Heaven And The Righteous Side Of Hell Vol. 1 And 2”Five Finger Death Punch – Celebrate The 10th Anniversary Of “The Wrong Side Of Heaven And The Righteous Side Of Hell Vol. In 2013, Five Finger Death Punch launched 2 albums, The Wrong Side of Heaven and the Righteous Side of Hell, Volume 1 & Volume 2. The album has been certified platinumfor sales of at least 1,000,000 copies in the US and was produced by Five Finger Death Punch and Kevin Churko. The album was certified gold by the RIAA and is also produced by Five Finger Death Punch and Kevin Churko.
Source:Punch
November 21, 2023 16:48 UTC