Libya: 27 killed, 106 injured in clashes between rival forces
About 27 people have been killed and 106 wounded in clashes between rival armed factions in the capital of conflict-ridden Libya, according to a medical authority. Some 230 families were evacuated from the area where the clashes took place, mainly in the eastern and south-eastern neighbourhoods of Tripoli, Libya’s Emergency Medicine and Support Centre said. According to sources in the Libyan capital, calm prevailed on Wednesday after Hamza was reportedly handed over to a neutral party. Flights to and from nearby Mitiga airport were suspended on Tuesday amid the violence, and classes at the University of Tripoli were suspended. Libya has been in turmoil since the overthrow of dictator Moamer Gaddafi in 2011.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 16, 2023 13:22 UTC
FBN Holdings holds AGM despite court order
FBN Holdings on Tuesday, held its 11th annual general meeting virtually, despite a court order stopping the meeting from being held. Last Thursday, the financial institution said it had not been served any court order stopping it from holding its 11th AGM as scheduled. It, however, acknowledged in a notice to the Nigerian Exchange Limited dated August 14, 2023, being served with an ex parte order of Interim Injunction on Friday, August 11, 2023, restraining it from proceeding with the AGM. FHC/L/CS/1575/23 In the Matter of Olojede Solomon, Adebayo Abayomi and Ogundiran Adejare VS. FBN Holdings Plc. The bank had proposed a capital raise of N150bn via a rights issue in its amended AGM notice as well the election of directors including billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola and Samson Ariyibi.
Source:Punch
August 16, 2023 12:51 UTC
Google Commits to Training 20,000 Nigerian Women, Youth in Digital Skills
Google has announced a big plan to teach 20,000 Nigerian women and youth important digital skills. In tandem with Google's initiative, Nigeria has its sights set on cultivating a robust landscape of digital employment opportunities tailored to its burgeoning youth population. Vice President Kashim Shettima, in a meeting held in Abuja with Google Africa executives, emphasized the country's commitment to fostering digital job prospects. Shettima highlighted the congruence between Google's initiative and the government's dedication to enhancing youth engagement within the digital economy. Google's director for West Africa, Olumide Balogun, affirmed that the company is dedicated to investing funds and delivering digital skills to strengthen women, youth, and startups in Nigeria.
Source:The Guardian
August 16, 2023 12:07 UTC
Metro - Cook-a-thon: Kenyan cook surpasses Hilda Baci’s record - Punch Newspaper
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Source:Punch
August 16, 2023 07:01 UTC
Gov Otti pledges better life for Abia women
Abia Governor, Dr Alex Otti has assured Abia women of the support of his government to better their lot in the State. Otti said he has started reciprocating the gesture by giving women in the state serious appointments, noting that key areas like agriculture, education, health among others are being manned by women. He described women as a positive force in society and assured them that things are changing for the better in Abia State. Senator Nwokocha assured that members of the National Assembly will work collaboratively with the Governor to achieve set goals, stressing that there will be nothing like Abuja and Abia politicians. The event featured lectures, empowerment, cultural display and was attended by women from across the State.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 16, 2023 06:48 UTC
Cook-a-thon: Kenyan cook surpasses Hilda Baci’s record
A Kenyan cook, Maliha Mohammed, has surpassed Hilda Baci’s record of the longest cooking marathon. Mohammed achieved the feat a few months after declaring her intention to pursue it. She was on Tuesday, June 13, officially declared the Guinness World Record holder. The mother of two who had previously broken the Guinness World Record in 2019, posted pictures online to mark her new accomplishment. The Guinness World Record, however, has not confirmed Chef Mohammed’s new cooking record.
Source:Punch
August 16, 2023 06:27 UTC
Niger coup: Details emerge as Mali’s military leader confirms call with Putin
Mali’s military leader Assimi Goita on Tuesday, confirmed having telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin about the situation in Niger, where a junta seized power in a coup last month. Putin “stressed the importance of a peaceful resolution of the situation for a more stable Sahel,” Goita said on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. Western powers fear that Niger could go the same way as neighbouring Mali, whose leaders hired mercenaries from Russia’s Wagner group to help them fight an insurgency after they overthrew the democratic government three years ago and kicked out French troops. Putin has called for a return to constitutional order in Niger, while Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin welcomed the coup. Support for Russia has appeared to surge in Niger since the July 26 coup, with junta supporters waving Russian flags at several rallies.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 16, 2023 00:02 UTC
Ukraine: 3 killed after Russian missile strikes in Volyn — Regional governor
Three people have been killed by Russian missile attacks in the Volyn region of north-western Ukraine, the regional governor has said. Air strikes also damaged buildings in the western Lviv region, but there were no deaths, the city’s mayor said. But in July, ten people were killed and many more were injured after a Russian rocket hit an apartment building in Lviv. On Monday, two people were killed after a town in the Zaporizhzhia region was hit by missiles. In southern Ukraine, seven people were killed on Sunday by Russian shells.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 15, 2023 20:05 UTC
Naira slump: CBN clamps down on speculators, restricts diaspora remittances
He said Tinubu expressed his concern over the effects of the recent developments in the foreign exchange market, particularly on average citizens. According to Shonubi, the volatility of the naira in the parallel market is not solely driven by economic factors, but also speculative demand. He said, “Mr President is very concerned about some of the goings on in the foreign exchange market. In the circular dated August 9, 2023, the CBN placed limits on the exchange rate for naira payout of Diaspora remittances. Please note and ensure strict compliance.”Shonubi had last week said the diversion of Diaspora remittances to the parallel market was putting pressure on the local currency.
Source:Punch
August 15, 2023 14:41 UTC
Dollar shortage threatens aircraft insurance, operators lament
Local airline operators have said the shortage of foreign exchange is forcing operators to pay more for aircraft insurance and other services that are denominated in dollars. He stated that this was a major challenge to operators as aircraft and other equipment must be appropriately insured by the airlines before being deployed to service. Recently, we bought a dollar for N915, but on the platform, it was put at N890. This is a bit due to because the CBN is trying to keep up to their commitment on the allocation of foreign exchange. It’s left for NCAA to make sure that airlines are well insured and are not using insurance companies that are not recognised by the National Insurance Commission.
Source:Punch
August 15, 2023 13:48 UTC
US delivers $200m arms, equipment to aid Ukraine’s territorial defence
The US has approved a new military aid package for Ukraine that includes air defense munitions, artillery shells, anti-tank weapons and demining equipment. This was announced by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken via his official Twitter handle. Blinken said, “Today we are announcing deliveries of $200 million worth of arms and equipment for Ukraine. “The security assistance package will utilize assistance previously authorized under presidential drawdown authority for Ukraine that remained after the PDA reevaluation process concluded in June. “The United States will continue to work with its allies and partners to provide Ukraine with capabilities to meet its immediate battlefield needs and longer-term security assistance requirements,” the Defense Department added on Monday.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 15, 2023 10:15 UTC
BREAKING: Nigerian Air Force Aircraft En Route To Niger State Crashes
A Nigerian Air Force aircraft en route to Niger State crashed on Monday. Sources told The PUNCH that the aircraft took off from Kaduna en route to Minna, the Niger state capital when the incident occurred. Also, the Nigerian Air Force has not made an official statement on the incident nor did the Air Force spokesperson, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, answer calls made to his phone number. On Tuesday, August 1, a South African-made propeller aircraft crashed in Lagos. According to the NEMA, the aircraft belongs to Airfirst Hospitality and Tour Ltd with Registration number - 5NCCQ.
Source:Punch
August 14, 2023 19:42 UTC
NAF helicopter on casualty evacuation mission crashes in Niger state
The Nigerian Air Force has said its MI-171 Helicopter on a casualty evacuation mission crashed on Money at about 1.00 pm near Chukuba Village in Niger State. He explained that efforts were currently ongoing to rescue the crew and passengers on board the helicopter, while preliminary and passengers on board the helicopter, while preliminary investigations have commenced to determine the probable cause of the crash. YOU SHOULD NOT MISS THESE HEADLINES FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNESpeaker Abbas condemns Zaria killings, seeks immediate investigationThe Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Apprehension and expectation are playing hide and seek in the air. Judgment Day is here.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 14, 2023 18:23 UTC
Metro - Forex crisis: Marketers propose N720/litre, suspend fuel imports - Punch Newspaper
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August 14, 2023 11:38 UTC
Hong Kong democracy activists partially win bid to quash protest convictions
Lai, Lee Cheuk-yan, Leung Kwok-hung and Cyd Ho were jailed between eight to 18 months. Martin Lee, an octogenarian nicknamed the city’s “Father of Democracy”, Ng and Albert Ho were given suspended jail sentences. The charges involved a rally in August 2019 that drew an estimated 1.7 million people onto Hong Kong’s streets to call for greater police accountability and democracy. The 2019 movement was the city’s most concerted challenge to the Hong Kong government since the former British colony returned to China’s rule in 1997. The pro-democracy movement waned with the arrests and exiles of democracy activists, the Covid-19 pandemic and the national security law.
Source:The Guardian
August 14, 2023 10:11 UTC