FG to redesign roads with concrete pavements
The Minister of Works, Mr David Umahi, has declared that the ongoing Akure-Ado Ekiti Expressway would be redesigned and constructed with concrete rather than asphalt. Umahi said Nigerians would see more of concrete pavements on roads as it had more lifespan than roads made of bitumen. According to him, concrete roads had been tested in several states and it has a life span of 50 years, compared to asphalt roads that would only last for 15 years. He said, “A very important thing that I must let you know is the introduction of concrete technology in our roads. Aiyedatiwa called for the dualization of Ore-Ondo-Akure road and the need for the rehabilitation of Ore-Okitipupa axis among other federal roads in the state.
Source:Punch
September 03, 2023 15:41 UTC
Tinubu’s cost-cutting scheme and warning to new ministers
The day I became the library prefect in secondary school, I knew things were about to get interesting. Fast forward to last Monday, President Bola Tinubu’s address to his new set of ministers reminded me of what Mr Akpan told us. A lean UNGA delegationSince assuming office, Nigerians have been asking President Tinubu to cut down on government spending. And months-long scheming to meet the President on foreign soil may have also gone down the drain. Few things give Nigerians hope than seeing the implementation of laws that curb the fiscal excesses of their leaders.
Source:Punch
September 03, 2023 14:53 UTC
Govt to enforce rules on flight delays, cancellations
The Federal Government has said it will examine frequent cases of flight cancellations and delays and possible look at enforcing regulations on such issues. However, issues of flight cancellation and delays will be looked into and laws enforced where necessary,” he said. The minister was quoted as adding that the new terminal boasts 60 check-in points and has the capability to handle a significant number of air traffic. As a result, the statement said the minister had directed all airlines operating in the old terminal to relocate their check-in counters to the new terminal. Keyamo was further quoted as saying that said he would discuss with owners of private hangars within the space for possible relocation of their hangars.
Source:Punch
September 03, 2023 09:48 UTC
NITP elects new executives in Anambra
The Anambra State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) has elected new executives with Benjamin Nwofor as chairman. The new executive members were elected during the general meeting of the Institute at its state secretariat in Awka, over the weekend. Other elected members of the executive include Ifeanyi Igwilo Vice Chairman, Vivian Agufugo Secretary, Queencalista Sydney-Nnebue Assistant Secretary, Anselem Alom Public Relations Secretary, Chris Okolo, Assistant Public Relations Secretary and Chikwado Okpala Treasurer. Others are Pascal Okoye Internal Auditor, Chika Nwachukwu Financial Secretary, Emma Ifemedebe Ex-officio member One and Adaze Iloenka Ex-officio member Two. Earlier the outgoing Chairman, Emma Ifemedebe enumerated some achievements of his administration and thanked the members for the support given to him.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 03, 2023 08:46 UTC
Gabon reopens border three days after coup
Gabon has on Saturday reopened its borders three days after a military coup. An army spokesman made this known, three days after closing them during a military coup in which President Ali Bongo was ousted, according to Reuters. Coup leaders have come under international pressure to restore civilian government but said last night that they would not rush to hold elections. Bongo was elected in 2009, taking over from his late father Omar, who came to power in 1967. The takeover in Gabon follows coups in Guinea, Chad and Niger, plus two each in Mali and Burkina Faso since 2020, worrying international powers with strategic interests at stake.
Source:Punch
September 03, 2023 04:45 UTC
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[VIDEO]: Elenusonso residents beg Oyo govt to fix their bad roads
In a press statement, the General Landlord Association Chairman, Oloye Adebayo Babajide, noted that the community leaders have made several attempts to get the attention of the Oyo State government to the Elenusonso community but have not been successful. “Several letters had been written and delivered to the governor’s office through the Chief of Staff of Office, Ministry of Public Works and Transport; Oyo State Roads Maintenance Agency (OYSROMA), calling their attention and at the same time rigorously appealing to the Oyo State government timely intervention to fix, construct and TAR the road. Elenusonso Community expressed serious concern ( neglect since Late Alhaji Adegoke Adelabu named it) over the deplorable condition of the roads from Kolobo-Ayedade Road, Adejumo Road, Adejumo Road, Alawoye-Abese road, Agoro road, Gegelose road, Oke-Elenusonso, Elenusonso road, Odufemi-via Olorombo road, Mowunmi-Ajobiare-Ojuka road, Akotipopo-odo Eleranko road, Odemi to Ido local. Let Oyo State government do the needful. The ROAD has political and economic values for the Oyo State Government to explore and exploit for the benefit of the suffering masses.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 02, 2023 20:49 UTC
Gabon reopens borders ‘effective immediately’ after military coup
Gabon’s army has said that it would reopen the country’s borders, closed in the wake of the military coup that ousted ex-president, Ali Bongo Ondimba. General Brice Oligui Nguema, the head of the elite Republican Guard, on Wednesday led officers in a coup against Bongo, scion of a family that had ruled for 55 years. His ousting came just moments after Bongo, 64, was proclaimed victor in presidential elections at the weekend, a result branded a fraud by the opposition. The coup leaders said they had dissolved the nation’s institutions and cancelled the election results as well as closed the borders. Five other countries in Africa, Mali, Guinea, Sudan, Burkina Faso and Niger have undergone coups in the last three years.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 02, 2023 15:47 UTC
FG dismisses coup fear, ex-generals warn politicians against poor governance
It said the fact that some African countries, including neighbouring Niger Republic, witnessed coup in recent times did not put Nigeria under any form of fear. While not justifying the military takeovers, they said leaders must be accountable and desist from repressive rule if coup must become a thing of the past. On August 18, 2020, the then President, Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, was ousted by the military and a transitional leader installed. ), also noted that the coups were instructive enough for politicians to change their style of governance. I give soldiers no reason and no excuse to tamper with the democratic rule.
Source:Punch
September 02, 2023 14:50 UTC
Ahead WHO treaty, rich, poor countries divided over costs of pandemic prevention
Since early in the COVID-19 pandemic, global health officials have sought to create a “pandemic treaty” to better prepare for future outbreaks. The governing body of the World Health Organization, or WHO, chose delegates from each of its six administrative regions worldwide to lead the negotiations. The United States and the European Union have both said they support the inclusion of “One Health” provisions in a pandemic treaty. But as a far-reaching and sometimes abstract concept, “One Health” measures could be costly to put into practice. “Lower income countries don’t want to make obligations unless they get funding,” Gostin, of the WHO global health law center, told Reuters.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 02, 2023 07:24 UTC
Tinubu will use India’s G20 Summit to shop for foreign investments — Presidency
The presidency on Friday affirmed that President Bola Tinubu will use his participation at the G20 Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi, India, to shop for more foreign direct investments (FDI) for Nigeria. The summit is scheduled to take place between 9th and 10th of September. The presidential aide noted that Tinubu will be meeting with some potential investors in the Nigerian steel development, electricity generation, transmission and distribution, shipyard building capacity sectors among others, which will generate more job opportunities for Nigerians. Ngelale stated: “We brief you today on His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s preparations for the upcoming G20 Summit in New Delhi, India on September 9 to the 10th of this month. He added: “In addition to that, His Excellency, Mr. President will be meeting with the President of Brazil, President da Silva, he will be meeting with German Chancellor, Olaf Schultz.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 02, 2023 02:49 UTC
Probe: VCs deny bribing panel, say they only paid money for forex
The Vice Chancellors at the panel hearing on Friday noted that they paid money into a particular account in order to get some foreign currencies needed for their travel. “But we read the very disturbing media publication and I can say that the Vice Chancellors are not part of that. The Vice Chancellors have not provided any bribe to anybody. “To say that Vice Chancellors are transferring money for bribes is completely out of context and not true. “ They should have contacted some of the Vice Chancellors to find out the purpose for which they made those transfers.
Source:Punch
September 01, 2023 22:00 UTC
Hundreds of Social Workers expected at IFSW Africa region conference – NASoW President
The Nigeria Association of Social Workers (NASoW), has disclosed that hundreds of social workers from different parts of the world are expected at the 2023 International Federation of Social Workers (IFSW) Africa Region Conference. Mustapha, in the statement issued on Friday, noted that the conference will have notable social workers across Africa and beyond in attendance. He said, “The conference shall be hosted by Nigeria Association of Social Workers (NASoW) between 22nd and 24th November 2023 in Lagos state, Nigeria. “The conference will provide opportunities for social workers to meet, interact and share experiences. It is therefore an opportunity for all Social Workers across the globe to respond through research and various contributions.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 01, 2023 16:54 UTC
10th NASS to prioritise flooding, environmental issues in Nigeria - Lawmaker
He said this on the sidelines of the 3rd National Stakeholders’ Seminar tagged “Building National Cohesion through Environmental Safety”, in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event was organised by the Environment and Safety Management Institute (ESMI). ADVERTISEMENT“The 10th National Assembly is passionate about the issues around climate change. ADVERTISEMENT“This is the best time that Nigerians can talk about the issues around environmental safety because the challenges are overwhelming. “Issues of flooding, desertification, erosion, and generally our environment is no longer what it was in the past.
Source:The Guardian
September 01, 2023 15:02 UTC
#BBNaijaAllStars: When I realized Ilebaye’s victim game, I felt so stup!d — Doyin
In the ongoing Big Brother Naija house, tensions have flared as Doyin Davids, one of the housemates, has expressed her perspective on her former friend Ilebaye’s behaviour, suggesting that Ilebaye has been manipulating the situation to appear as the victim. This revelation from Doyin Davids comes in the aftermath of a heated confrontation between Ilebaye and Whitemoney regarding the use of the sound system provided for the house’s wager task. The dispute erupted when Ilebaye turned up the volume after Whitemoney had turned it off, leading to a confrontation between the two. Whitemoney’s contention was that Ilebaye had increased the volume at an inopportune hour, seemingly disturbing the peace in the house. After the emotional confrontation and Ilebaye’s tears, Doyin Davids was observed having a discussion with Cross in the Head of House washroom.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
September 01, 2023 11:12 UTC
Men’s transfer window summer 2023 – all deals from Europe’s top five leagues
Released by the club at the end of the transfer window despite 24 appearances last seasonLyon delighted to sign sought after defensive midfield, who has signed a four-year contract20-year-old who has played once for Fulham in EFL Cup becomes Latics' 10th summer signing19-year-old goalkeeper signs new contract with Lyon until 2026 before going out on loan for the 2023-24 seasonLeicester’s league-winning goalkeeper has contract terminated by mutual consent after a difficult time in France22-year-old right-back will build first-team experience in second tier with relegated sideItaly U20 striker will play for development squad in Bergamo after developing in lower leaguesPlayer who once joined Bournemouth for £10.7m signs on loan at Getafe for the 2023-24 seasonGoalkeeper returns to club after seven years away, having spent last season at third-tier SC VerlPortuguese winger says move to Camp Nou 'a dream since I was a kid' after sealing season-long loanStriker who shone at Clermont goes out on straight loan after failing to impress Paulo Fonseca at LilleBecome Liverpool’s fourth midfield signing of the summer after completing a £34.2m move from Bayern Munich. Experienced left-winger returns to Spain after making 32 appearances for Lazio in four yearsPlayer, who fell out with Pep Guardiola last season, joins Barcelona on loan with an option to buyWhy not make a small transfer of your own? If you like this interactive, and would like to support our journalism, you can make a contribution from as little as £1. It only takes a minute.
Source:The Guardian
September 01, 2023 10:43 UTC