Human Rights Commission promises to stamp out torture
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), on Thursday, identified torture as a violation of fundamental human rights and vowed to stamp it out of the country. The NHRC boss, who lamented the use of torture during investigations said, his commission is ready to partner with relevant agencies to stamp out torture in Nigeria and establish rehabilitation centres for victims of torture. ALSO READ FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNEIn her speech, PRAWA Executive Director, Dr Uju Agomoh, called on all Nigerians to say no to torture, adding, “We need to prevent the use of torture, say no to impunity and criminalize torture with the use of the Anti Torture Act 2017. In his speech, the Director of Discipline of the Police Service Commission, Mr Tijani Mohammed, identified torture as evil and should be eliminated from society. He said the Police Service Commission has the mandate to discipline any erring Police officer and added that with the Anti Torture Act, “Any person found guilty of torture will be punished, believing that, it will serve as deterrent to others.”How Ekweremadu, Wife Planned To Traffic Boy To UK To Harvest His Kidney For Ailing Daughter ― British PoliceHuman Rights Commission promises to stamp out tortureÒgògó Taiwo Hassan Spotted Fighting With A Street Boy In His HometownHuman Rights Commission promises to stamp out torture
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 30, 2022 18:17 UTC
Why I joined Sarajevo – Ex-Eaglets captain, Muhammed
Former Golden Eaglets captain, Musa Muhammed, says the prospect of playing in Europe’s top competitions lured him to join Bosnian club FK Sarajevo, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The 25-year-old defender Wednesday signed a two-year deal with the Bosnian topflight club as a free agent. “I have signed a two-year deal with the option of plus one with FK Sarajevo, which is a very big club here in Bosnia and Herzegovina,” Muhammed, who captained Nigeria to their fourth U-17 World Cup title in 2013, said. “The president of FK Sarajevo (Ismir Mirvic) wants to change things positively and bring the club back to where they belong after missing the league title in the past few seasons and I’m happy to be part of this dream. “I’m here because the club has great plans of returning to Europe.
Source:Punch
June 30, 2022 15:11 UTC
At UN Ocean Conference, new governments commit to circular economy for plastics
Efforts on tackling plastic pollution got a boost at the UN Ocean Conference when 21 new governments announced they will join the New Plastics Economy Global Commitment. The UN Ocean Conference is holding June 27 to July 1 in Lisbon, Portugal. On Monday morning, at the opening of the UN Ocean Conference, President Nana Akufo-Addo announced Ghana would also be joining. The new governments follow 11 other governments who announced they were becoming signatories of the Global Commitment at the French-led ‘One Ocean Summit’ in February 2022. They joined other signatory governments and 500+ signatories from across the plastics value chain.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 30, 2022 11:15 UTC
Warning shots from Kigali
The Hutus had in 100 days of rage and madness embarked on the ethnic cleansing of Tutsis, and the country nearly died. Tutsis were killed in cities, towns, villages, in their homes, in churches where they had huddled for refuge, in schools, everywhere. And to make matters worse, the victims were killed by people who had been their neighbors, family friends, and allies. If Nigeria dies, whether now or in the future, hatred killed her. “When we don’t know who to hate, we hate ourselves,” observed a writer.
Source:The Guardian
June 30, 2022 09:02 UTC
FIGSOSA old students harp on power of association at 40th reunion
The 1977-1982 set of the Fiditi Grammar School Old Student Association (FIGSOSA) has celebrated its 40th reunion anniversary to recall history with jokes and smiles and prayers for those who have departed the world among them. “No one in this world is rich enough to buy his/her own childhood or youthful days back. Only friends could help to recreate those moments from time to time at no cost,” he said. ALSO READ FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNEWhile he harped on the power of association in life, he buttressed it with a Shakespare quote saying, “New friends may be poems, but old friends are alphabets. Do not forget the alphabets, because you will need them to read the poems.”He lauded the re-union sub-committee, chaired by Mr Akinwumi Olatunbosun for their efforts in making the day a reality and all the distinguished old mates that contributed ideas, money and advice to make the event a huge success.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 30, 2022 07:28 UTC
APC group lauds Orji Kalu for stopping defection of aggrieved senators
The director of the group, Tunde Kolawale, in a statement on Wednesday, praised Kalu for initiating the process of pacifying the aggrieved senators. He said, “Senator Orji Uzor-Kalu used his closeness to President Muhammadu Buhari to initiate a peace meeting between the aggrieved senators and the President yesterday. Speaking at the meeting, Buhari urged the Senators to exercise restraint in their decision to defect from the party. After the meeting, Kalu said the aggrieved Senators would no longer pursue defection from the APC. “Earlier this afternoon, I led the 22 aggrieved Senators and members of the All Progressive Congress to President Muhammad Buhari.
Source:Punch
June 30, 2022 03:45 UTC
Johnvents processes 5,000MT of cocoa, eyes improved forex earnings
Six months after the inauguration of its modern cocoa processing factory in Akure, Johnvents Industries Limited, has announced that it has processed about 5,000 metric tonnes of cocoa for export. “We operate one of the largest cocoa processing factories in Nigeria and have invested over N3bn to revamp and kick start operation in our factory. Omotosho stated, “We have introduced our retail product, the Johnvents pure cocoa powder, into the local market. We believe it is not enough that we export cocoa cake and cocoa butter, we also want Nigerians to incorporate healthy meals into their diets and enjoy the benefits of cocoa. “Also, Johnvents Industries Limited has heavily invested in our farmers and local buying agents.
Source:Punch
June 30, 2022 03:27 UTC
Obidient and matters arising
I am a delegate and was fortunate enough to be partof the primaries in Abuja.”“But how does one become a delegate though? I understand one serving Governor said the man was speaking from a place of love and matters in the other room and not structure. Who’s your candidate?”“You know, as a delegate there are matters we can’t speak about in public. This is what they need right now. All these-my Lord, the-matter-before-us won’t help oo… Awon wicked spirits that have entered London need to be flushed out immediately.”“Leave spirits for beer parlour talk please.
Source:The Guardian
June 30, 2022 03:14 UTC
Inlaks implements fraud mgt solutions for Dashen Banks
An ICT infrastructure and systems integrator in sub- Saharan Africa, Inlaks, has completed the NetGuardian (NG)-Enterprise Fraud Management Solutions for Dashen Bank. According to the company, NG Enterprise Fraud Management is an innovative solution that prevents systems from fraud and evaluates transaction behaviours in identifying suspicious transfers. It stated that the project implementation, which lasted one year, saw Inlaks deploy various approaches to improve the Fraud Management Solution at the bank. Commenting on the project, the Executive Director, Inlaks, Olufemi Muraino, said: “Inlaks is proud to have executed the NG Fraud Management Solutions for Dashen Bank. “Over the years, Inlaks has built a reputation as the foremost ICT and infrastructure solutions provider, helping customers effectively seize new market and service opportunities.
Source:The Guardian
June 30, 2022 00:39 UTC
What is personal development vs what it is not?
What is personal development vs what it is not? Denis Waitley defines personal development as the belief that you are worth the effort, time and energy needed to develop yourself. So personal development may not be totally personal after all. Benefits of personal developmentTruth be told, personal development can be demanding, but it is rewarding. You won’t approach them unwiselyPersonal development sure does create an aura of excellence that makes you stand out from the crowdConclusively, personal development is a lifelong exercise.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 29, 2022 23:49 UTC
HEDA petitions ICPC over allegations against ex-CJN
NNN: The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre) has petitioned the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over the allegations against the immediate past Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Tanko Muhammad. This is contained in a statement issued by the Chairman, HEDA, Mr Olanrewaju Suraju, on Wednesday in Lagos. Suraju, in a letter to the Chairman of ICPC, Professor Bolaji Owasanoye, urged the commission to stand tall over the allegations of corruption, maladministration and incompetence levelled against Muhammad. Suraju said it was widely reported that the immediate past CJN responded to the allegations brought against him by 14 Justices on the aforementioned allegations. “If the Supreme Court of Nigeria is infested with corrupt persons, then our democracy is doomed, ICPC and others relevant bodies should rise and act fast to redeem the temple of justice from possible collapse,” HEDA said.
Source:Punch
June 29, 2022 20:05 UTC
10 steps to achieve healthy hair you will love
We all desire healthy hair but we often give up along the way as it gets demanding at some point. Bearing this in mind should serve as an encouragement when you feel like giving up on your journey to achieving healthy hair. Here are simple steps to achieving healthy hair. Never sleep with wet hair or comb wet hair because doing so might lead to hair breakage. Although there are other actions you can take to achieve healthy hair, doing the few outlined above will undoubtedly improve the condition of your hair.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 29, 2022 17:19 UTC
Mercedes CEO sees semiconductor shortage dragging on into 2023
The global shortage of semiconductor chips will last throughout this year and into 2023, the chief executive at premium German carmaker Mercedes-Benz said on Wednesday. “The semiconductor situation is very present and will be a challenge for the industry throughout this year and into next year,” CEO Ola Kaellenius said at the Reuters Automotive Europe conference in Munich. He said that despite market volatility, the carmaker still has a strong order backlog. “We have not seen any signs yet that demand is going south,” Kaellenius said. “We don’t stop at battery cell factories… we have to go through the whole value chain here because there so much is in motion,” Kaellenius said.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 29, 2022 16:53 UTC
Chacha Eke’s Husband Faani Disputes Accusations Of Domestic Abuse
What's New Chacha Eke’s Husband Faani Disputes Accusations Of Domestic Abuse By Guardian Life The Nollywood actress Chacha Eke-husband, Austin Faani, has refuted claims that he physically beat his wife. Chacha recently posted on her Instagram profile that her nine-year marriage to Austin was ending because she did not want to continue. “For the second time in two years, I am here again on social media boldly declaring that…The Nollywood actress Chacha Eke-husband, Austin Faani, has refuted claims that he physically beat his wife. “My long overdue/relentless stance on this is of course no news to Austin Faani, the doctors and my parents. The actress, who denies her spouse ever hit her or yelled at her, refuted the domestic abuse allegation in a video.
Source:The Guardian
June 29, 2022 11:49 UTC
Firm calls for regulation of substance to protect environment
At the recently concluded Power & Water Nigeria Exhibition and Conference 2022, a power management company, Eaton Nigeria, restated its advocacy for government regulation as a measure to curb the use of sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) gas in switchgears used for electrical power distribution. The event, which was organised by Vertex Global services, saw the participation of experts and exhibitors from over 20 countries. The event enabled global stakeholders’ discussions, on-the-spot assessment of region’s opportunities in power generation, distribution, renewables, and water & utilities sectors, as well as exhibition from leading local and international suppliers. The 1kg of SF6 is equivalent to 23,500 Kg of CO2 in global warming potential, and each unit of switchgear is estimated to use 2.5 kg of SF6 gas; which makes it devastatingly dangerous to the climate. “Government in Africa, especially Nigeria, needs to take proactive measures such as implementing new regulations to ban the use of SF6 Gas in switchgear production.
Source:Punch
June 29, 2022 11:13 UTC