Experts harp on police role in criminal justice administration | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
Legal experts have emphasised the role of the police in the successful implementation of the Administration of the Criminal Justice Act, 2015. They held that for the law to be successfully implemented, the police have a great role to play as expected of them by the Act. The Attorney General (AG) and Commissioner for Justice, Lagos State, Moyosore Onigbanjo (SAN) explained that the Nigerian police is one of the bodies empowered to ensure the administration of justice and so, must ensure that the rights of suspects are respected. Onigbanjo emphasised that the police have a duty to ensure that the fundamental rights of citizens are respected and protected. He added that Lagos State works closely with the police command to ensure the protection of the right of suspects in compliance with the provisions of the law and the Constitution, such as prohibiting arrest for civil/ contractual matters, parade of suspects, recording of suspects confessional statements, plea bargain, visiting detention facilities my magistrates, etc.
Source:The Guardian
May 03, 2022 02:57 UTC
State pardon and Nigeria’s fight against corruption
It is obvious that this government did not weigh the implications of the state pardon before the pronouncement as such interferences only encourage political thieves and other public servants to embezzle public funds and go unpunished. Corruption in Nigeria has become so cancerous which makes the electorate believe the current administration would fight and eradicate corruption. Crimes are vices that should not be tolerated by any government and it shows that this administration is sabotaging its anti-corruption fight with state pardon granted to convicted ex-governors. Lai had said that the President Muhammadu Buhari administration would not take the rating seriously. The recent pardon sparked outrage against the administration with human rights lawyer, Femi Falana and other concerned Nigerians asking Buhari to pardon all thieves in prison.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
May 03, 2022 01:32 UTC
BC: Earn Over 3% daily with US Licensed Crypto Arbitrage COTPS
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Source:Punch
May 03, 2022 01:05 UTC
School feeding: FCTA speeds up action against food poisoning
In what seems as a precautionary measure against food poisoning arising from poor hygiene, the FCT Administration has stepped up capacity building on proper sanitisation and food handling techniques for about 728 cooks engaged in the ongoing homegrown school feeding programme in the FCT. According to the FCT Programme manager of the School Feeding programme, Kudu Dangana, the essence of the train was to ensure that the cook themselves and the food they are cooking are neatly organised, so that they don’t give dirty or poisonous food to the children in the schools. His words: “The School feeding programme in 2018 started with a sensitisation programme, and in 2019 cooks were selected from the six FCT Area councils. So that they don’t give dirty or poisonous food to our children in the schools. Our reporter joined the train to and fro Lagos from Ibadan and tells his experience in this report…FCTA speeds up action FCTA speeds up action
Source:Nigerian Tribune
May 02, 2022 14:26 UTC
Bombed train: Over 100 railway security proposals hit NRC daily
Over 100 proposals by local and international firms for the security of railways across the country are being submitted daily to the Nigerian Railway Corporation following the bombing of the Abuja-Kaduna train on March 28, 2022, by terrorists, it was learnt on Sunday. The Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, had, after the March 28 attack on the Abuja-Kaduna train, stated that the Federal Government through the NRC would install security sensors on the rail tracks. He, however, noted that efforts were on to fix the Abuja-Kaduna train service, which had been suspended since March 28, 2022 after it was bombed by terrorists. To further boost security on its train services, the NRC had also announced last month that beginning from May this year it would start linking the profiles of its train passengers with their various National Identification Numbers. This layer of passenger screening will commence by May 2022,” Okhiria had stated.
Source:Punch
May 02, 2022 14:01 UTC
Cancer not death sentence, says NGO
A Non-Governmental Organisation, Cancer for Enlightenment and Support Foundation, has said cancer is not a death sentence as it can be medically treated. “We should be cautious of what we eat, because this is the most important cause of cancer. “Cancer is not a death sentence; it depends on where you start, how soon you start when you find out traces of cancer,” he said. Adepitan said the NGO had embarked on numerous cancer outreach programmes, whilst extending philanthropic support to cancer patients needing surgery and chemotherapy across the country. Other BOT members of the foundation include Mr Wale Jegede, Dr Bisola Agbaje, Mrs Bose Adepitan, Mr Segun Olulade, Mr Ola Oresanya, Mr Olumide Oduwole and Rev.
Source:Punch
May 02, 2022 12:06 UTC
Lagos hoodlums attack Muslim worshippers, rob residents
There was pandemonium in the Marina, Lagos Island area of Lagos State on Sunday when some hoodlums attacked Muslim worshippers in the community. An eyewitness, Adigun Ademola, said the group had invaded the Muslim’s prayer ground park and robbed residents. He said, “What happened was that the hoodlums who stay in the area, upon seeing worshippers after observing Iftar, started robbing them and the Muslim group resisted. “This was what led to the clash between them; the hoodlums take advantage of any situation to dispossess people of their belongings. Don’t move close to them.”The Lagos State police spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, said the incident was not reported to the police.
Source:Punch
May 02, 2022 07:02 UTC
Nigerian workers, unite! | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
On this auspicious international May Day holiday, the plight of Nigerian workers remains as harrowing as it is pathetic. Compounded by the maladministration of the socio-economic landscape, Nigerian workers have lifelong been swimming against the current. And therein, lies the hope of the Nigerian workers in particular and the country in general. On the flip side, there is a lot more that the workers’ unions can do to change the narrative. Nigerian workers, unite!
Source:The Guardian
May 02, 2022 06:01 UTC
Regulatory bodies approve Flour Mills of Nigeria’s acquisition of Honeywell Flour Mills
FOLLOWING receipt of all requisite regulatory approvals, Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc (FMN) has acquired a 71.69 per cent stake in Honeywell Flour Mills Plc (HFMP) from three entities related to Honeywell Group and the transaction has now been consummated. With this acquisition, HFMP ceases to be a member of the Honeywell Group. Honeywell Group disposed of a 71.69 per cent stake in HFMP to FMN at an equity price of N4.20 per share. Commenting on the transaction, Honeywell Group’s Managing Director, Mr. Obafemi Otudeko said: “We are pleased to have secured regulatory approvals for the transaction, which will create a business that further serves Nigerian consumers. As we entrust Flour Mills of Nigeria with building on Honeywell Flour Mills’ strong legacy, we will work closely with them to ensure a seamless integration, setting the combined company up for a successful future.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
May 02, 2022 05:02 UTC
Constraints of raising funds from local market | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
The offering achieved the lowest (outstanding) Nigerian bank Eurobond coupon, supported by an over three times oversubscribed orderbook of over $1.6 billion, which represents the largest orderbook by a Nigerian bank. An independent investor, Amaechi Egbo said by issuing foreign currency-denominated debt instruments, Nigerian banks are exposing themselves to foreign exchange risk. According to him, these banks will face foreign exchange risk over the life of the bonds when issued unless the government reviews the monetary policy downward. According to the stakeholders, any foreign currency-denominated corporate bond issued by a local company imposes exchange rate risk on the issuer who earns their income in local currency. He categorically stated that the factors that will prevent default like forex earning assurance or derivatives contracts to mitigate currency risk are not in place in Nigeria.
Source:The Guardian
May 02, 2022 04:54 UTC
The Guardian bags Best Print Media Website At NiRA Awards
By Guardian Nigeria 02 May 2022 | 4:12 am At the Fifth .ng awards organised at the weekend by the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA), The Guardian (guardian.ng) emerged the Best Print Media website. At the Fifth .ng awards organised at the weekend by the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA), The Guardian (guardian.ng) emerged the Best Print Media website. Best Online Media website was awarded to BusinessDay Media, just as Benue TV clinched the Best Electronic Media Website. Best eCommerce website went to Jumia Nigeria, as Wema Bank bagged the .ng Fintech Company of the Year. He said for the domain name registration and management, NiRA operates the 3R model of operation, which consists of the registry (NiRA), the Registrar (NiRA Accredited Registrars) and the Registrant (the end-users).
Source:The Guardian
May 02, 2022 04:31 UTC
Perspectives for 2023 | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
The two dominant parties, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP and the All Progressives Congress, APC are both in deep quandary in determining their presidential candidates. There is absolutely no reason for the PDP to seek to jettison its own constitution to favour any particular candidate. (1) The Party shall have a manifesto which, subject to the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, shall be implemented by all organs of the party and governments elected under its platform. The Party shall strive to –b promote federalism and an equitable revenue sharing formula. Believe it or not, University of Lagos or indeed any other university in that class, represents the totality of Nigeria.
Source:The Guardian
May 02, 2022 04:04 UTC
Financial inclusion: Experts harp on consumer-centric offerings, strong regulations
EXPERTS have identified high- powered collaborations, effective regulations and consumer-centric solutions as some of the ingredients needed to truly deepen financial inclusion in the country. In her paper tagged, ‘Financial Inclusion, Digital Payment and Challenges of Banking and The Underbanked,’ the Lead Speaker and Chief Executive Officer, Financial Institutions Training Centre (FITC), Mrs. Chizor Malize, believes financial inclusion has become imperative for the nation to effectively address the numerous socio-economic challenges presently confronting it. She therefore called for offerings that will really address the needs of this class of people, and enhance their socio-economic lives. Group Head, Retail Marketing and Analytics, Access Bank, and one of the panelists, Chioma Afe, believes effective collaborations between the fintech companies and the telcos represents one of the ways of reaching the last mile, regarding financial inclusion. The missing puzzle would be found, and issues around the growing number of the unbanked population would be sorted out,” he added.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
May 02, 2022 03:02 UTC
Lagos police intercept 10 bags of drugs worth millions
The Lagos State Police Command has intercepted 10 bags of illicit drugs suspected to be Indian Hemp. The police said the drugs, packed in 10 sacks, were being conveyed in a Lagos colour commercial bus with registration number LND 995 XT from Iddo to a destination in Mushin. The command in a series of tweets on its Twitter handle on Sunday said the bus was stopped by the Rapid Response Squad at Stadium Bus Stop, Surulere, during a routine patrol. “The arrested driver claimed he was offered Twenty-Five Thousand Naira (N25,000) to convey the drugs with street value of Three Million Naira (N3,000,000).”Copyright PUNCH. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH.
Source:Punch
May 01, 2022 23:11 UTC
Bestiality: Police launch manhunt for lady in viral s3x video
The Nigeria Police Force has launched a manhunt for a lady seen having sex with a dog in a viral TikTok video. Adejobi also vowed that the police would apprehend the lady in the viral video. The video was said to be recorded in Nigeria but The PUNCH could not immediately confirm its authenticity. Months earlier, the leaked sex tape of singer Ikuforiji Abdulrahman, aka Oxlade, and another sex tape involving singer Tiwa Savage had gone viral with many condemning the salacious act. While those of the two singers were with intimate human partners, the latest video involved a young lady and a dog.
Source:Punch
May 01, 2022 18:39 UTC