Justice Dattijo bows out from Supreme Court
Justice Musa Dattijo Muhammad will, on Friday, 27th October, 2023 bow out from the Supreme Court Bench after attaining the mandatory retirement age of 70 years. A statement made available to newsmen on Sunday by the Director of Press and Information of the Supreme Court, Dr. Festus Akande said a valedictory court session will be held at the Main Courtroom of the Supreme Court on Friday, October 27 in honour of the retired Justice. The Special Court Session is to be presided over by the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, who will customarily, pay tribute to Justice Musa Dattijo alongside other major stakeholders in the nation’s justice sector. He took the oath of office as Justice of the Supreme Court on Tuesday, 10th July 2012. With the retirement of Justice Dattijo Muhammad, the Supreme Court of Nigeria is now left with ten Justices.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 22, 2023 18:58 UTC
“I knew you were my guardian angel when I saw you praying for Tiwa and Jamil during her trying times” Tee Billz pens emotional note to his lover
Hours after appreciating Tiwa, Tee Billz has appreciated his second baby mama and lover, hailing her for being a true woman. Tee Billz stated that he doesn’t deserve her love and kindness but he is grateful beyond words, especially for her tolerance and unconditional love. Tee Billz admitted that being a single mom is a heck of a job, hence why he is forever indebted to her. Recall that Tiwa Savage and Tee Billz walked down the aisle in 2013 and went their separate ways in 2018, after welcoming a son, Jamil Balogun. Going public with her, Tee Billz had gushed over her, declaring that he would be dead without her.
Source:The Guardian
October 22, 2023 17:11 UTC
Govt must remove tax on diesel to alleviate hardships – NECA boss
Presently, the private sector has taken a decisive step in implementing a comprehensive financial reward programme. Turning to the issue of the national minimum wage, we have proactively addressed this matter and are well ahead in our discussions. It is regrettable that organised labour has not acknowledged or valued the organised private sector’s contributions in these conversations. In our case, we engage in negotiations for minimum wage every three years through collective bargaining agreements. Currently, organised labour, whether in the public or private sector, represents less than five percent of the entire population.
Source:Punch
October 22, 2023 13:45 UTC
Experts advocate adoption of technology to end tanker accidents – Punch Newspapers
In recent weeks, like in the past, there have been reports of fuel tankers falling on the highways. On October 11, a 45,000-litre fuel tanker skidded off the bridge opposite the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos State while the driver tried to apply brakes. On October 13, a container struggling to climb the bridge leading to Orile fell off and collided with an incoming fuel tanker which exploded. For example, the tanker drivers association are taking responsibility and cautioning their members to take caution. He added that the tanker drivers should ensure that their trucks were properly insulated and should not be filled to the brim when at the loading bay.
Source:Punch
October 22, 2023 05:38 UTC
FUL graduates 2,511 students, 61 first class, 128 postgraduates, diplomas
A total of 61 students graduated with first-class honours, while 128 students were awarded master’s and post-graduate diploma certificates at the Federal University, Lokoja, during the institution’s 6th and 7th convocation ceremonies held on Saturday at the main campus in Felele, Lokoja. In the 7th set, 33 graduates achieved first-class honours, 386 earned second-class upper degrees, 668 attained second-class lower division, 250 received third-class honours, and 1 was awarded a pass degree. Prof. Olayemi revealed that as of the 2023 Times Higher Education ranking, the Federal University Lokoja was ranked within the 51st–60th bracket out of 120 universities in Sub-Saharan Africa. The Vice-Chancellor disclosed that all the university’s programmes have been relocated and are now based on the Felele Campus. The College of Health Sciences at the university has fully commenced, with pioneer students now in their 200th grade.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 22, 2023 04:26 UTC
Joshua reveals punch he’ll never forget – Punch Newspapers
Former two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has revealed the punch that he won’t forget among some of the big hits he has received in his boxing career. He revealed it was a punch he took in his amateur days which was one he will never forget. I’ll never forget that punch. So there was emotional pain and physical pain,” Joshua said. If a fight between Joshua and Deontay Wilder ever does materialise, Majidov may be relegated to inflicting the second hardest punch ever landed on Joshua as the American’s knockout power is well advertised.
Source:Punch
October 22, 2023 04:26 UTC
Football: Chi’s verbal ‘punch’ doesn’t land, Chester provides a TKO
UPPER CHICHESTER — Providing Chester with any kind of bulletin board material is not a good move. So things didn’t end well for an Eagles team which had been playing very good football. Chester proved it is on another level, one that no team in the Del Val League can match. Big tight end Domonic Toy caught two touchdown passes and Shamar Williams broke the school record for longest interception return as Chester steamrolled Chichester, 48-8. Those are our people over there.”“I understand from a coaching standpoint, you’re trying to do something to psyche your team up,” Chester coach Dennis Shaw said.
Source:Punch
October 22, 2023 02:41 UTC
BALANCE OF PAYMENTS
Our external and overseas trade must be re-constructed to connect areaswhich are at present untounched by us. When I say that we should cut down on our imports I do mean both visible and invisible imports. First, it is well within the capacity of all our Governments and Nigerian Pools proprietors to subscribe the total authorized capital of £200,000 for the Nigerian Pools Company Limited. In other words, as ‘one of the many means of easing our adverse balance of trade, Pools venture should be a monopoly of the Nigerian Government and of Nigerian citizens who know something about Pools transaction. By planning I do not mean a mere series of budgetary proposals covering a period of five years or so.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 22, 2023 02:28 UTC
Banks raid: Police confirm DPO, three cops killed, gun down fleeing robbers – Punch Newspapers
The Nigeria Police Force has revealed that two suspects were killed during a chase of armed robbers who robbed a bank, attacked a police station and killed some police officers in Benue State on Friday. The PUNCH reports that the Divisional Police Officer in charge of Otukpo, Chief Superintendent John Adikwu, three other police officers, and three civilians lost their lives in the bloody Friday afternoon bank robbery in Otukpo town. Adejobi said, “The Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, strongly condemns the recent armed bank robbery in Otukpo, Benue State, which resulted in the tragic loss of lives of both Police Officers and innocent civilians. “In response to this grave incident, the Nigeria Police Force has initiated a comprehensive and coordinated effort to bring the perpetrators of this heinous crime to justice. Your assistance is invaluable in our mission to restore safety and security in the affected area and across the length and breadth of Nigeria.
Source:Punch
October 22, 2023 00:53 UTC
Draymond Green refused to take Jordan Poole to dinner after sucker punch
Draymond Green had no interest in repairing his relationship with Jordan Poole. Head coach Steve Kerr repeatedly attempted to convince Green to take Poole out to dinner and smooth over their fractured relationship, all of which Green declined, per the report. 3 In a video obtained by TMZ, Draymond Green (right) punched Jordan Poole during a Warriors practice last year. 3 Draymond Green reportedly refused to take Jordan Poole out to dinner following their altercation. 3 Jordan Poole is now on the Wizards.
Source:Punch
October 21, 2023 22:47 UTC
Video: Paulo Costa throws punch while fending off UFC 294 crowd attackers
Paulo Costa withdrew from UFC 294, but he still threw at least one punch at the event. One angle showed a man leap the divider for a flying punch attempt at Costa, who stood in the entrance way. “Where’s the footages,” Costa tweeted after the incident. However, Costa was replaced by Kamaru Usman less than two weeks prior to the card due to a severe elbow infection. For more on the card, visit MMA Junkie’s event hub for UFC 294.
Source:Punch
October 21, 2023 22:17 UTC
Gaza: UNRWA chief underscores duty to protect civilians
Head, UN agency that assists Palestine refugees (UNRWA), Philippe Lazzarini has said the protection of civilians must be upheld at all times, appealing for an end to attacks in Gaza. Lazzarini, UNRWA Commissioner-General, in a statement on Saturday, appealed for an end to attacks on places such as schools, hospitals and the homes of his staff. Relentless air strikes and bombardments, coupled with evacuation orders from Israel, have displaced nearly one million people in Gaza, he said. Some 500,000 people are currently sheltering in UNRWA facilities, and those in the southern cities of Khan Younis and Rafah have become overcrowded. “We are devastated to receive continuous reports of civilians killed in Gaza, including at UNRWA.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
October 21, 2023 21:18 UTC
Tata Punch EV spotted; to get a 10.25-inch touchscreen system?
The Punch EV to be launched next monthExpected to be offered with two battery pack optionsAhead of its launch that will take place next month, fresh spy shots of the new Tata Punch EV have made their way to the web. As seen in the image here, the Tata Punch EV test mule sports a large freestanding display on the centre console. This unit is likely to be a 10.25-inch screen that had made its debut on the Nexon EV range earlier this year. On the outside, we expect the new Punch EV to get a revised fascia with new DRLs, headlamps, grille, and bumper. Tata Motors has not revealed the battery pack specifications of the 2023 Tata Punch EV.
Source:Punch
October 21, 2023 16:40 UTC
Punch EV, Harrier EV and Curvv to go 500 Kms on a single charge: Tata Motors MD
Tata Motors’ MD shared that this strategic decision aims to address the concerns of potential EV buyers and create a way for hassle-free inter-city travel with no range anxiety. Tata Motors MD Reveals Future PlansCurrently, one of the biggest deterring factors for electric vehicles is the low range provided by them. Tata Motors has already made progress in this direction by introducing the Nexon EV with a range of 465 kilometers, stated Tata Motors’ MD. Tata Motors’ MD emphasized that the availability of charging infrastructure along highways is essential to address this concern. Concluding his points, Tata Motors’ MD called for OMCs to step up and adhere to government mandates to create a critical mass of charging stations.
Source:Punch
October 21, 2023 14:59 UTC
Aba indigenes fault Otti’s mayoral appointment – Punch Newspapers
The development is coming in the wake of Otti’s appointment of the industrialist as Aba mayor amid controversy. The governor, who addressed some stakeholders in a viral video, stressed that the era of indigenes and non-indigenes sentiment was gone in the state. But the natives of Aba Ngwa would not have anything to do with it, describing the move as an insult to the sensibilities of Aba indigenes. In a statement issued in Abuja by Ogechukwu Ogbonna on behalf of Aba Ngwa indigenes, the group elders vowed to resist the appointment, which they alleged could incite violence in Aba city. The statement partly read, “The appointment of a ‘Mayor of Aba’ is not only unconstitutional but also an aberration.
Source:Punch
October 21, 2023 14:08 UTC