Àdán: Let the poor live!
Let him “cook,” and if his cooking is turning into a “cook-a-thon” with no immediate impact, Nigerians, the Netizens, the good and the bad, can let hell lose. Let me introduce you to hematophagy, a high-sounding word but simple to understand: some members of the bat family eat only the blood of other animals. It has become a tool for enriching the rich and making the poor poorer to make them live comfortably. There are too many on the citizens’ plates; let Nigerians breathe, please don’t suffocate them. Don’t let us believe the lie!
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 29, 2023 05:31 UTC
Education loan for students by President Tinubu (2)
I am also of the view that the problems faced by the 1993 Education Bank should guide the new Education Loan Law approved by Tinubu government. This new law on Students’ Loan is headed Students Loans (Access to Higher Education) Act, 2023. The Students Loans (Access to Higher Education) Act, 2023 is said to be “ABill for anAct to repeal the Nigerian Education Bank Act Cap. In the United Kingdom, students’ loans are primarily provided by the state-owned Students’ Loan Company. Through the management of Korea’s national scholarship programmes, students’ loan and talent development programmes, KOSAF offers customized students’ aid services and students’ loan programme.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 29, 2023 03:12 UTC
Amnesty programme: Cheap blackmails won’t make me succumb to fraudulent activities — Gen Ndiomu
The Interim Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Maj. Gen. Barry Ndiomu (rtd), has firmly stated that he will not succumb to fraudulent activities in the Amnesty Programme, regardless of any attempts to blackmail him. Ndiomu made this statement in Abuja yesterday after briefing the nation’s new National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ridabu, on the activities of the PAP under his watch. He emphasized that his administration is aware that recent media attacks from individuals claiming to be ex-agitators are sponsored by faceless groups and individuals. “No matter how much you try to blackmail me, I will not engage in fraudulent activities. He recalled instances in the past where ex-agitators were used as conduits for the illegal diversion of funds from the PAP.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 28, 2023 19:48 UTC
Otti inaugurates panel to recover government properties in Abia
Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Otti, on Tuesday, inaugurated a five-man Judicial Panel of Inquiry on the recovery of government property and funds, with Hon Justice Ikwuoma Duruoha-Igwe (rtd.) Speaking while inaugurating the panel at the Banquet Hall of the Government House, Umuahia, Gov. Otti said the essence of setting up the panel was to ensure the recovery of government funds and property that have been taken away. Responding on behalf of other members of the panel, the Chairman, Hon Justice Ikwuoma Duruoha-Igwe (rtd.) Other members of the panel are: Prof. Ogwo Ekeoma Ogwo, Prof. Ursula Ngozi Akanwa, Mazi Ugochukwu Okoroafor and Rev.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 28, 2023 14:28 UTC
Raising awareness on potential outbreak of anthrax disease
At the beginning of the pandemic, rumours were rife that the disease emanated from animals. On June 13, 2023, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development alerted Nigerians to take precautions as Northern Ghana, bordering Burkina Faso and Togo, had recorded an outbreak of the Anthrax disease. The disease is zoonotic. First, is to prevent the disease from even entering your community or country by allowing or purchasing only healthy animals. In the wake of Mr. Ojeamiren’s alarm bell, Nigerians must and should know that Anthrax is a life-threatening disease.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 28, 2023 11:33 UTC
Naval officers avenging colleague’s death invade Ondo community
Officials of the Nigerian Navy who were said to be on a mission to avenge the killing of their colleague, on Tuesday, invaded the Idoani community in the Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State. PUNCH Metro gathered that the naval officers, during the invasion, searched for the suspect linked to the killing of their colleague, and in the process, created tension that threw residents in the community into a panic. In a bid to escape the wrath of the naval officers, a source said many adult males fled, adding that traders at shops and markets in the community refused to conduct business for fear of victimisation. The source, however, noted that some hoodlums attacked the naval officer during an argument with a commercial motorcyclist in the communityAfter the attack, the source said the naval officer sustained varying degrees of injury and was rushed to a hospital in the community where he was confirmed dead by the doctor on duty. It was learnt that the motorcyclist linked to the crime was apprehended and handed over to the police, adding that a hoodlum also linked to the crime had been on the run.
Source:Punch
June 28, 2023 06:47 UTC
VIDEO: Tinubu returns to Lagos for Sallah after one week in Europe
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to the country after spending a week in Europe. Tinubu had on June 20 departed Nigeria to participate in the two-day New Global Financial Pact Summit, held in Paris, France. The president was scheduled to return on Saturday, June 24, but Dele Alake, presidential spokesman, explained that “Tinubu would proceed to London, United Kingdom, for a short private visit to be back for the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir festival”. The aircraft which flew in the president touched down at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos State on Tuesday afternoon.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 28, 2023 04:44 UTC
Bybit Granted MVP License from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
The Preparatory License does not yet allow Bybit to commence virtual asset operations in the Emirate of Dubai, but exhibits the significant progress made to obtain operational permission from VARA. “We would like to express our gratitude to VARA for their careful consideration of our application and for granting us the MVP Preparatory License. #Bybit / #TheCryptoArk / #BybitPartnersMore From Bybit● Bybit Receives Official Approval to Operate in Kazakhstan● Bybit and Franck Muller Watches Announce Exciting Co-Branding Partnership● Bybit Deepens UAE Roots With AED 1 Million AUS ScholarshipAbout BybitBybit is a cryptocurrency exchange established in 2018 that offers a professional platform where crypto traders can find an ultra-fast matching engine, excellent customer service and multilingual community support. For more information please visit: https://www.bybit.com/For updates, please follow: Bybit’s Communities and Social MediaFor updates, please follow Bybit’s social media platforms onhttps://discord.com/invite/bybithttps://www.facebook.com/Bybithttps://www.instagram.com/bybit_official/https://www.linkedin.com/company/bybitexchange/https://www.reddit.com/r/Bybit/https://t.me/BybitEnglishhttps://www.tiktok.com/@bybit_officialhttps://twitter.com/Bybit_Officialhttps://www.youtube.com/c/BybitFor media inquiries, please contact: press@bybit.comAbout VARADubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority [VARA] is the world’s first specialised regulator for the Virtual Assets sector. The post Bybit Granted MVP License from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority appeared first on African Media Agency.
Source:The Guardian
June 28, 2023 00:01 UTC
Key Highlights on the Central African Republic Economic Update: Focus on Fuel Subsidies | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
BANGUI, Central African Republic, 27 June 2023 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/-The World Bank issued today a new edition of the Economic Update report for the CAR. The report, titled Central African Republic Economic Update: Reforming Fossil fuel subsidies. While fuel subsidies aim to protect consumers’ purchasing power, the analysis shows that it benefits mostly the richest segments of the population, especially groups living in urban areas. Cost of freezing fuel prices in CEMAC and peer Sub-Saharan African countries (in percent of GDP), 2022. Distributed by African Media Agency (AMA) on behalf of The World BankThe post Key Highlights on the Central African Republic Economic Update: Focus on Fuel Subsidies appeared first on African Media Agency.
Source:The Guardian
June 28, 2023 00:00 UTC
Sanwo-Olu, wife voted with invalid voter cards, witness tells tribunal
A witness, Dayo Israel, appeared before the Lagos State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal on Tuesday and revealed that the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and his wife, Ibijoke, were allowed to cast their votes despite having invalid voter cards in the March 18 governorship election. The witness told the court that he observed the card reader indicating that Sanwo-Olu and his wife had invalid cards, yet they were still permitted to vote, which he considered a violation of the Independent National Electoral Commission’s electoral process. “I observed that the card reader showed their cards to be invalid but Sanwo-Olu and his wife were allowed to cast their votes and this is against INEC’s electoral process,” he said. He said, “I am not a member of the Labour Party, but I was assigned as an agent. The witness also highlighted cases of multiple voting at the polling unit, noting that INEC officials failed to intervene despite witnessing the irregularities.
Source:Punch
June 27, 2023 23:04 UTC
Vibrant West Africa’s fuel black market collapses on Nigeria’s subsidy removal
Nigeria’s decision to eliminate fuel subsidies has had a significant impact, resulting in the collapse of a thriving black market in West African nations. In a report on Monday, American news platform, Reuters, noted that black market fuel vendors and commercial drivers in Cameroon, Benin and Togo, who heavily relied on smuggled petrol from Nigeria, have witnessed their businesses crumble since the subsidy removal. As fuel supplies dwindle, long queues have formed at official petrol stations, where prices are now competitive. The trade in black market fuel holds such significance in the local economy that authorities either turn a blind eye or are complicit. At the Hilacondji border crossing between Togo and Benin, some black market fuel stalls have closed, leaving vendors waiting with empty containers for potential deliveries.
Source:Punch
June 27, 2023 22:08 UTC
Drivers block Enugu road to protest against constant kidnapping
More than 100 drivers plying Opi-Nsukka, Enugu road on Tuesday blocked the highway, causing traffic gridlock as they protested against the constant kidnapping of drivers and passengers on the road. “This road has become kidnappers’ den as drivers and passengers are abducted on this road on a daily basis. Chukwudi Offia, leader of the protesters, said that because of constant kidnappings on the Opi-Nsukka Enugu road, many people now feared to travel on the road for fear of being kidnapped. “Many of our drivers, passengers and other road users have been kidnapped on this road with ransom paid before they regained freedom. “If kidnappers have taken over the bush in the state, the question is, which bush are forest guards guarding in Enugu State,” he said.
Source:The Guardian
June 27, 2023 20:15 UTC
President El-Sisi Speaks with Tunisia’s President Kais Saied | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
Download logoToday, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and President of the Republic of Tunisia, Kais Saied spoke over the phone. President El-Sisi extended his greetings on the occasion Eid Al Adha, praying Allah Almighty to bestow abundant blessings and grace on Tunisia and the Arab and Islamic nations and grant the people of Tunisia the blessing of continued security and stability. The Tunisian President expressed gratitude and appreciation to the President for this brotherly gesture, wishing Egypt and its people lasting security and stability, and all progress and prosperity. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Presidency, The Arab Republic of Egypt.
Source:The Guardian
June 27, 2023 19:21 UTC
Ribadu qualified to be NSA — ARPON president, Aiyewumi
The President of the Association of Retired Police Officers of Nigeria, Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Stephen Aiyewumi, (retd), described the new National Security Adviser to the President, Nuhu Ribadu, as fit and qualified for the post. The PUNCH reports Ribadu, a retired Assistant Inspector General of Police was appointed by President Bola Tinubu on June 19, 2023. Aiyewumi said Ribadu was worth the position without a military background, adding that his achievements as the former boss of the Economic Financial Crimes Commission were laudable. When given an assignment, he has always been committed to the success of the assignment.”Speaking on his expectations from the NSA, the ARPON president urged Ribadu to be more committed to the service. He should be more committed to service.”Ribadu, the pioneer chairman of EFCC, was appointed to the role by former President Olusegun Obasanjo.
Source:Punch
June 27, 2023 15:24 UTC
German parliament reforms skilled work immigration law
The German parliament has passed legislation to open up new opportunities for job seekers from countries outside the EU and for many refugees who are already in the country. The new immigration law reform is intended to attract more non-EU citizens to migrate to Germany for employment and has finally been approved by the Bundestag. Plans to lessen the level of German language proficiency required, according to Andrea Lindholz of the CSU, would simply promote unskilled labor. Lindholz argued that the new law would do nothing to address what she called the main problem: Bureaucratic bottlenecks such as over-long procedures at foreign consulates. “What you have put together in a 100-page draft law could be summed up in one sentence,” he said.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 27, 2023 14:10 UTC