Politicians overworking judiciary, says retired judge
A retired judge of the Federal High Court, Ibrahim Buba, has accused politicians in the country of overworking the judiciary arm of government to keep democracy going. He noted that oftentimes, it is easier for people to notice issues with the judiciary rather than the bigger problems with politicians and the political system. ”Buba urged politicians to focus on politics of development and advancement to avoid wasting resources on inter-party fights, election petitions, and dragging the judiciary into a conflict of “do or die. He, however, urged the judiciary to appoint individuals who can challenge the actions of the other arms of government on the bench. He added, “In the three arms of government, it is only the judiciary that has stringent conditions of qualification.
Source:Punch
March 02, 2024 06:45 UTC
Punch@50PUNCH, champion of press freedom, democracy -Reps
The House of Representatives has described The PUNCH as a champion of press freedom and democracy in Nigeria. The PUNCH was founded in March 1973 but the celebration of the epoch was shifted to 2024 because the 50th anniversary coincided with the 2023 general election. The goodwill message read in part, “Founded in 1973 by Late Chief Olu Aboderin, The PUNCH newspaper has remained steadfast in its commitment to journalistic excellence and upholding the principles of press freedom and democracy. “The PUNCH has been a beacon of light in the Nigerian media landscape, championing the cause of press freedom and democracy. We salute the Punch newspaper on its 50th anniversary and wish it many more years of success,” the statement quoted Abbas as saying.
Source:Punch
March 01, 2024 21:09 UTC
Soldiers kill three terrorists, recover machine gun, others
The operation also led to the recovery of a machine gun, a Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle, a gun truck mounted with an anti-aircraft gun, and a cache of arms and ammunition. The Director, Army Public Relations, Maj. Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, in a statement on Friday, said upon sighting the troops, the terrorists engaged them in a fierce battle but were overpowered. “The operation proved to be a major setback to the insurgents, as the gallant troops neutralized three terrorists and recovered one MRAP, one gun truck, one Dushka Machine Gun, one AK 47 Rifle, and one locally fabricated gun. “In a separate operation, troops of the Nigerian Army conducted a fighting patrol to criminals’ hideouts in Katakpa Village in Toto Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. During the operation, troops neutralized one of the criminals and recovered two AK-47 Rifles, one Pump Action Semi-automatic rifle, three AK-47 magazines, and 90 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammunition.
Source:Punch
March 01, 2024 18:59 UTC
ALSCON requires $500M to revitalise Aluminum Smelter Plant in Ikot Abasi — MD
The Managing Director, Aluminum Smelters Company of Nigeria (ALSCON), located in Ikot Abasi Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, Mr Dmitriy Zaviyalov has said that the company requires not less than $500m to revitalise and resume production in the moribund plant. Tribune reports that the company temporarily packed up in 2013, following inadequate gas supply to the company by the Nigeria Gas Company which reportedly breached its agreement with the company. The Bureau of Public Enterprise approached the Supreme Court taking the BFIG to court. Equally, you should understand that in our agreement with the Nigerian government, we agreed that the last court of arbitration will be the London Court of Arbitration. “After the ruling of the Supreme Court, we approached the London Court of Arbitration and the court ruled in our favour, so we have the ruling from the London Court that ALSCON was properly privatised,” he explained.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
March 01, 2024 13:29 UTC
I inherited a state in bad shape -Abia gov
The Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has condemned the poor condition he met the state upon assumption of office last year. He said this while speaking on Thursday on Channels Television’s Politics Today about the condition of the state. He said, “Absolutely, very, very bad shape, but I am not complaining. “My worry is not really about debt, it is about what the debt is used for. If I am going to take debt, it is going to go into regenerative expenditure.
Source:Punch
March 01, 2024 10:36 UTC
$500m needed to restart moribund aluminium firm — ALSCON MD
The Managing Director of the Aluminum Smelters Company of Nigeria, Dmitriy Zaviyalov, has said over $500m is required to restart production in the moribund firm. The company temporarily packed up in 2013, following allegations of inadequate gas supply by the Nigeria Gas Company. The Bureau of Public Enterprise approached the Supreme Court taking BFIG to court. “After the ruling of the Supreme Court, we approached the London Court of Arbitration and the court ruled in our favour. So, we have the ruling from the London Court that ALSCON was properly privatised.”a
Source:Punch
March 01, 2024 10:15 UTC
Punch @ 50: Soyinka tackles Media, TB Joshua, decries murder
He also commented on several other areas of life in Nigeria including the BBC documentary on TB Joshua and the gruesome murder of Deborah Samuel among other issues. Media languageThe world-acclaimed playwright expressed great pain with the way language is deployed by some news writers. Letting the extremists get away with murder – figuratively – only escalates to the real thing – murder in the physical, and with impunity.” Soyinka said. She dared to make and disseminate a video that condemned the open lynching of Deborah Samuel! Soyinka said the news medium, “burst on the media scene with a finely tuned sense of history in the making.
Source:Punch
March 01, 2024 09:58 UTC
One-Punch Man season 3: Release date, trailer, plot, cast updates, everything we know so far
Yusuke Murata, the artist behind One-Punch Man, has fans excited with the first look at his new anime production, Zaiyuki. One-Punch Man season 3 release dateAs of March 2024, the release date for One Punch Man season 3 hasn't been announced. One-Punch Man season 3 - who is returning? “The plot synopsis further reads, “One day, monsters claiming to be from the Monster Association suddenly appeared, taking a child of a Hero Association executive as a hostage. Meanwhile, Garou, a 'human monster; who was taken by the Monster Association during a battle with the heroes, awakens in the Monster Association hideout."
Source:Punch
March 01, 2024 09:40 UTC
LP NWC, Otti, reconcile aggrieved Edo aspirants in Umuahia
The National Working Committee of the Labour Party (LP), led by its National Chairman, Barr Julius Abure, and Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, reconciled aggrieved members of Edo LP aspirants on Wednesday night in Umuahia. Governor Otti expressed confidence in Barr Akpata’s capacity to run in the election and emphasised his readiness for the forthcoming elections. The Labour Party Governorship candidate in Edo State, Barr. ALSO READ: My suspension as LP national treasurer lacks due process —OluchiHe expressed optimism about emerging victorious in the forthcoming Governorship election in Edo State. Farouk Umar, LP National Organizing Secretary, Chief Clement Ojukwu, National Woman Leader, Madam Dudu Manuga, and Abia State Labour Party Chairman, Chief Ceekey Igara, among others.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
March 01, 2024 07:11 UTC
'More good days than bad': the Ukrainian refugees rebuilding their lives in California
As the war marks its second anniversary, we follow the lives of six families who moved to Los Angeles. TOP: Sergii Zhuk teaches his mother how to drive near their home in Los Angeles. –Sofiia SapozhnikSapozhnik arrived in Los Angeles in May 2022, moving in with relatives she had never before met in person. Mamalyha got involved with the Ukrainian immigrant community in Los Angeles, where he now helps newly arrived Ukrainian refugees navigate a myriad of government and financial documents as they begin their new life in Los Angeles. Mamalyha, an only child, also helped his widowed mother move to Los Angeles with the aid of a sponsor.
Source:The Guardian
March 01, 2024 03:46 UTC
Infinix shines at MWC ShowStoppers: Wins multiple Best of MWC 2024 Awards
This new concept gaming technology is set to redefine the mobile gaming experience with its cutting-edge smartphone gaming technology enhanced by AI. “We are overjoyed to have pushed the boundaries of mobile gaming technology to unprecedented heights at MWC. Infinix has also showcased its industry-leading technologies, such as Infinix AirCharge, Infinix E-Color Shift, and Extreme-Temp Battery, which have amazed global audiences and the press. Additionally, Infinix’s groundbreaking technology received another notable award from GadgetMatch, a top-tier technology media outlet, for ‘Best of MWC 2024’. Infinix has also received other notable media awards, including:TrustedReviews’ Best in Show MWC 2024 for Infinix’s E-Color Shift TechnologyYanko Design’s Best of MWC 2024 for Infinix E-Color Shift TechnologyFoneArena’s Best Product of MWC 2024 for Infinix AirChargeMashable Middle East’s Best of MWC 2024: Best Phone for Infinix E-Color Shift TechnologyFor more details visit: http://www.infinixmobility.com/About Infinix:Infinix Mobility is a rapidly emerging technology brand that designs, manufactures and markets an expanding portfolio of smart devices worldwide under the Infinix brand, which was founded in 2013.
Source:The Guardian
March 01, 2024 00:25 UTC
Nigeria edge Rwanda in nervy cricket clash
Nigeria’s women cricket team, the Female Yellow Greens, picked up their second win of the ongoing Nigeria Cricket Federation Women’s T20i tournament with a five-wicket win over Rwanda on Wednesday at the Tafawa Balewa Cricket Oval, Lagos, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Following their loss against Tanzania on Monday, Leke Oyede’s ladies needed the win to level up with leaders Rwanda, who were already coasting with two wins in two games. Bowling in the first innings, Nigeria gathered momentum gradually and their superb fielding ensured the Rwandans were down by five wickets and with 44 runs after the first 10 overs. With two wins each and three rounds of matches to go, Nigeria, Rwanda and Tanzania are in a neck-and-neck race for the title at this year’s tournament. Nigeria will face Sierra Leone for the second time on Thursday (today) in the afternoon after Rwanda and Tanzania have faced off in the morning.
Source:Punch
February 29, 2024 16:07 UTC
Putin warns of nuclear war if NATO states send militaries to Ukraine
Russian President, Vladimir Putin has warned of a potential nuclear war if NATO states were to militarily intervene in his conflict in Ukraine. The 71-year-old, set to be re-elected next month, emphasised that any escalation and the use of nuclear weapons could lead to the “extinction of civilization. Although he also offered to enter into dialogue with the United States over strategic security in the world. Russia and the US had suspended or cancelled several disarmament treaties in the course of the Ukraine conflict. Putin said Russia would be ready for new talks if the US stopped setting its sights on a strategic defeat for Moscow in Ukraine.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 29, 2024 15:32 UTC
TTP celebrates third operations anniversary, reflects on industry impact, opportunities
Trucks Transit Parks Ltd (TTP), a leading technology company specialising in mobility solutions, has announced the celebration of its third anniversary. “Nigeria’s social and economic challenges present a fertile ground for innovation and TTP has seized the opportunity to leverage technology to address these challenges. “TTP recognises the importance of strategic partnerships with both private and public sector players in the maritime, infrastructure and technology subsectors. These partnerships will enable TTP to deepen its value-adding services and contribute further to the growth and development of the industry. “We are committed to actively seeking strategic partnerships with stakeholders across various sectors to drive innovation and create sustainable solutions.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 29, 2024 14:33 UTC
Stakeholders seek common ground for peace, religious tolerance | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
Stakeholders at a national conference on building a community of practice for the promotion of freedom of religion in Nigeria, have said that tolerance and respect for fundamental human rights are central to peaceful coexistence and overall development. It forms the basis of society as a culture of tolerance and respect among diverse communities. And as we all know, diversity is what makes society flourish,” he saidCountry Director, Search for Common Ground, Fatima Abubakar said that the meeting seeks to strengthen organisations at risk of freedom of religion and freedom of belief violations in Nigeria. “Consequently, The PP-FORB Nigeria project is designed to empower actors; human rights defenders, journalists, CSOs, and critical stakeholders, to address and prevent conflicts along religious lines and advance Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) in Nigeria. “The escalation of religious intolerance, hatred, and discrimination has resulted in the violation of human rights, the disruption of social cohesion, and the threat to peace and security.
Source:The Guardian
February 29, 2024 14:32 UTC