Food insecurity: UN allocates $11 million to Nigeria
Towards addressing the worsening food crisis in Nigeria’s North-east the United Nations has announced the allocation of $11 million to the country. He said: “Acute malnutrition is increasing rapidly in North-east Nigeria and food insecurity has reached the highest level in seven years. In 2023, the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) projected that over 31.5 million people in Nigeria would face acute food insecurity between June and August 2024. For crops like maize, production was expected to decrease by 8 per cent, falling from 12.75 million metric tonnes in 2021 to 11 million metric tons this year. Guinea Corn (Sorghum) production was expected to fall from about 6.742 million metric tonnes to 6,700 million tonnes.
Source:The Guardian
June 28, 2024 13:52 UTC
Biden to begin clean-up after debate flop
A badly wounded Joe Biden looked to get his re-election campaign back on track Friday after a debate performance that unnerved supporters and left allies of Donald Trump unable to conceal their glee. “There are no two ways about it—that was not a good debate for Joe Biden,” Democratic former White House communications chief Kate Bedingfield told host network CNN as the curtain came down on the match-up. David Axelrod, a senior advisor in Barack Obama’s administration, said Biden’s performance had “confirmed people’s fears” about an 81-year-old being too old for the Oval Office. Even a German official coordinating cooperation with the United States told a German newspaper that Democrats should consider replacing Biden as their candidate. Ralph Reed, chairman of the conservative Faith and Freedom Coalition, compared the debate to a prize fight “that should have been stopped in the early rounds.”AFP
Source:Punch
June 28, 2024 13:24 UTC
Metro - Millions lost as fire razes Karu market in Abuja - The Guardian Newspaper
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Source:The Guardian
June 28, 2024 08:08 UTC
The Rise of Esports: From Pixels to Paychecks – How Virtual Competitions are Redefining Sports
Esports Take Center Stage: The Economic Boom and Cultural Impact of Competitive GamingDive into the world of esports! Esports, or electronic sports, has exploded in popularity in recent years, shattering stereotypes about gaming and redefining what it means to be a competitive athlete. They’re attracting serious investments:Million-Dollar Teams: Some esports teams are valued in the hundreds of millions of dollars, showcasing their significant worth. The Future of Sports is Here: Esports on the RiseThe rise of esports is a sign of the times. The future of sports is a blend of physical and digital, with esports taking centre stage alongside traditional athletic competitions.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 28, 2024 01:21 UTC
Troops thwart N10bn oil theft, kill 2,245 terrorists in Q2 2024
The Nigerian Armed Forces has said it prevented oil theft valued at over N10 billion during the second quarter of 2024. Through a series of rigorous operations and strategic interventions, the high command said troops have recovered substantial quantities of stolen crude oil and illegally refined petroleum products. During the second quarter of this year, troops also neutralised 2,245 terrorists, arrested 3,682 suspected terrorists and other criminal elements, and rescued 1,993 kidnapped hostages. Additionally, the troops recovered a substantial cache of weapons and ammunition, including 2,783 weapons and 64,547 rounds of ammunition. Despite the ongoing presence of terrorists in operational areas, Buba noted significant progress in degrading their capabilities.
Source:The Guardian
June 28, 2024 00:23 UTC
US supreme court puts hold on EPA attempt to reduce pollution that drifts across states
Conservative blocAlito – MajorityBarrett – MinorityGorsuch – MajorityKavanaugh – MajorityRoberts – MajorityThomas – MajorityLiberal blocJackson – MinorityKagan – MinoritySotomayor – MinorityThe US supreme court has decided to put a hold on an attempt by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reduce harmful air pollution that drifts across state lines. The supreme court took up an emergency request by the three states to hear the case, thereby fast-tracking it for oral arguments that took place in February. Bender said that the decision sets a “dangerous precedent” by allowing polluting industries to get emergency hearings in the supreme court. “We’re pleased that the supreme court recognized the immediate harm to industry and consumers posed by this reckless rule,” said Rich Nolan, president of the National Mining Association. The decision by the supreme court is the latest that has gone against established environmental protections.
Source:The Guardian
June 27, 2024 19:31 UTC
Tata Punch EV Empowered +S vs Tata Nexon EV Fearless: Which EV is right for you
The Tata Punch EV Empowered + (LR) is priced at ₹15.49 lakh which is almost similar to the Tata Nexon EV Fearless Medium Range (MR) priced at ₹15.99Choosing between them depends on your needs. Tata Punch EV Empowered + LR vs Tata Nexon EV Fearless MR: FeaturesThe Punch EV Empowered Plus Long Range boasts several comfort and convenience features, including LED fog lamps, cruise control, a front USB charger, paddle shifters for a sportier feel, and an air purifier for cleaner air. Tata Punch EV Empowered + LR vs Tata Nexon EV Fearless MR: Performance and RangeThe Tata Punch EV comes equipped with a 35 kWh battery pack. (Also read: Tata Nexon EV & Punch EV score five-star ratings in BNCAP crash test. Tata Punch EV Empowered + LR vs Tata Nexon EV Fearless MR: ConclusionThe Tata Punch EV Empowered Plus Long Range with fast charging is a feature-rich micro-SUV ideal for city driving.
Source:Punch
June 27, 2024 18:52 UTC
Germany’s dual citizenship law takes effect
A long-debated citizenship law took effect in Germany on Thursday, easing the pathway to a German passport, including making it easier to hold dual citizenship. The naturalisation reform put forward by Germany’s three-party centre-left coalition government allowed people to become German while retaining their original citizenship. An important aspect of the new rule is that people who obtained their German citizenship would not have to give up the citizenship of their native country. Likewise, Germans who wish to become citizens of another country would no longer need special authorisation from the German authorities. Previously, without authorisation, they would have lost their German citizenship if they acquired another one.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 27, 2024 17:33 UTC
Abia vows to protect widows’ right to inherit land
The wife of Abia State Governor, Mrs Priscilla Otti, has said the state government will back all laws enacted to protect the rights of widows and their children to inherit landed property in the state upon the demise of their spouses. Mrs Otti gave the assurance at an event to commemorate the 2024 International Widows Day celebration held in Umuahia, the state capital. She explained that the International Widows Day celebration is meant to encourage action in achieving full rights for widows. This, she explained, will accord widows the full right as enshrined in the law without anybody denying them their right. Ehiemere also appealed to the public to ensure that widows are supported and protected within the ambit of the law.
Source:Punch
June 27, 2024 16:01 UTC
Tata Nexon & Punch emerge as the top-selling SUVs in FY2024
The Tata Punch became the second best-selling SUV in FY2024. The Tata Nexon has been the highest-selling SUV for three consecutive years. The Tata Punch became the second best-selling SUV in FY2024. According to Tata Motors, the compact SUV segment has grown substantially in the past few years. Within this segment, the industry has witnessed a rise from 4% to 7% in the market share, and in the bigger SUV market, the market share has grown from 8% to 14%.
Source:Punch
June 27, 2024 15:07 UTC
'We now operate as a movement, PDP failed us' - Fubara
Senator Abba Moro, a former Minister of Interior and prominent PDP leader was also present at the meeting. Fubara humorously informed Moro that he would no longer follow party protocols, emphasising that the PDP had failed Rivers State. He will now raise the issue of a state of emergency and say, after all, distinguished colleagues saw it happen while you were in Rivers State, that you saw what happened. ADVERTISEMENT“But you see, when you are with God, even your own child who is planning evil will go and tell somebody that God is with this man because he is clean; this is what my father is planning. He noted that the issue of extending the tenure of former local government chairmen was unprecedented in the country.
Source:The Guardian
June 27, 2024 14:03 UTC
Naira weakens to N1,507.83/$
The naira on Wednesday weakened to N1,507.83 per dollar at the official market as against N1,500.79 to the greenback on Tuesday. At the parallel market, the local currency closed at N1,488 per dollar on Wednesday as against N1,484 to the dollar on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the Governor of the Central Bank, Yemi Cardoso, stated that the country has already experienced the worst of naira volatility regarding foreign exchange. Foreign exchange inflows refer to the movement of foreign currency into a country. These inflows can come from various sources, such as exports, when a country sells goods and services to other countries; it earns foreign currency from these transactions.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
June 27, 2024 08:37 UTC
US supreme court allows government to request removal of misinformation on social media
The US supreme court has struck down a lower court ruling in the case of Murthy v Missouri, in a decision that did not find the government’s communications with social media platforms about Covid-19 misinformation violated the first amendment. The court’s decision permits the government to call on tech companies to remove falsehoods, a key concern as misinformation spreads around this year’s presidential election. An initial lower court ruling from a Republican-favorite judge in Louisiana accused federal agencies of taking on the role of “an Orwellian ‘Ministry of Truth’”. The supreme court, in a decision written by Barrett, ruled that “the fifth circuit was wrong” in its conclusions. The court found that the plaintiffs failed to demonstrate that they faced substantial risk of harm from the government.
Source:The Guardian
June 27, 2024 08:22 UTC
After going through hell, Nigerians’ data up for peanuts
Lately, that has proven to be most valid with routine hacking and data breaches, leading to unauthorised sales of personal data, identity theft, and misuse of individuals’ National Identification Numbers, among others. Paradigm Initiative (PIN), a digital hub spread across Africa, recently raised the alarm after it discovered that a website was selling the personal data of Nigerians illegally online. The NIMC further advised Nigerians to avoid giving their data to unauthorised and phishing sites, stressing that this poses the danger of data harvesting, and comprises individual data. According to him, the Commission reaffirms its commitment to upholding ethical standards in data protection in line with the Federal Government’s directives and data privacy regulations. He said this birthed the enactment of the Nigerian Data Protection Act 2023 and establishment of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission.
Source:The Guardian
June 27, 2024 04:26 UTC
Waste to wealth: The rise of recycling economy
While Nigeria’s average plastic waste generation figures are still hard to quantify, estimates indicate that the country ranks ninth in the world with the most plastic waste – a whopping 2.5 million metric tonnes yearly. In 2021, a report from the Lagos State Waste Management Authority, indicated that the recycling economy of the state generated as much as N18 billion. From all indications, this is a flourishing industry that extends beyond just waste collection; it encompasses a vibrant ecosystem that involves waste collection, sorting, processing into bales or flakes, and recycling of these materials into resins or other reusable materials. This transformative process gives rise to a circular economy, where plastic waste becomes a valuable resource, promoting sustainability and economic growth. In all of this, some observers have noted that a critical element in tackling the challenges posed by plastic waste can be achieved through collaboration.
Source:The Guardian
June 27, 2024 03:36 UTC