In self-deprecating return to ‘The Daily Show,’ Jon Stewart beats his critics to the punch
The parallels were impossible to ignore, so Jon Stewart decided not to ignore them. So the network has brought back Stewart for a weekly appearance on Monday nights, starting with this week’s season premiere. Bringing Stewart back is a momentary bright spot, but there’s still another three days a week of episodes to fill. Yet the lack of pomp and circumstance around his return means that its meta aspects become the most meaningful. Stewart could mock Biden’s fraying faculties or point out Trump’s infinite shortcomings in his sleep.
Source:Punch
February 13, 2024 11:27 UTC
Mandate Movement set up 37 structures for ease of administration
The Mandate Movement (TMM), a pro-Tinubu group in the governing All Progressives Congress (APC), has set up 37 structures in a bid to widen its reach and enlarge its membership base across the country. The structures consist of the 36 States of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory Abuja. National Leader of the movement, Cardinal James Odunmbaku, made this known in a statement, saying that the move had become necessary also for the ease of administration. “We have constituted screening structures across Nigeria as we set up the various state coordinator,” he said. He advised those to be appointed as states Coordinators to be more effective in mobilising new people into the ruling APC.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 13, 2024 08:13 UTC
New certificate verification guidelines in Nigeria’s best interest
The Nigeria and Midwifery Council of Nigeria has said that the new certificate verification guideline for nurses is in the best interest of the nation. The NMCN had on February 7, 2024, issued a circular revising the guidelines for requesting verification of certificates for nurses and midwives. Some of the placards read, “Address unemployment among nurses, address quackery, address nurses welfare. There is no correlation between getting a letter of good standing from where we work we getting the verification certificate. He noted that the revised guidelines for certificate verification were in the best interest of Nigerians.
Source:Punch
February 13, 2024 01:42 UTC
JUST IN: Lagos nurses protest new certificate verification guidelines
Nurses from both public and private hospitals in Lagos State on Monday protested against the new guidelines for verification of certificates. The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria issued a memo dated February 7, 2024, revising the guidelines for verification of certificates by nurses and midwives. The aggrieved nurses, however, kicked against the new verification guidelines, asking the council to reverse the new guidelines within 48 hours. Some of the placards read: “We no gree for NMCN free Nigeria Nurses”, “Nurses no be slaves No to a letter of good standing from anybody”, “We are not here to fight we just want the policy withdrawn”, “Let nurses breath, say no to NMCN verification rules”. Speaking with our correspondent, the coordinator of the forum, Thomas Abiodun, described the new verification guidelines as a way to frustrate nurses from seeking greener pastures.
Source:Punch
February 13, 2024 00:28 UTC
The ‘Super E.A.G.L.E.S’
An entrepreneurial ecosystem is branded “Green White Green”. So, whether it is NFA, FIFA, AFCON, or Silicon Valley, it is all about ‘Super EAGLES’. Become a “Green White Green” entrepreneur. The “Green White Green” approach is the way to go. Congratulations to the Super Eagles, the national football team of Nigeria, for her achievement and brilliant performance in the 2024 AFCON tournament.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 12, 2024 21:51 UTC
Ensure transparency in FG grain distribution — LP, PDP
The Federal Government had last Thursday announced plans to release 42,000 metric tons of maize, millet, garri and other commodities from the National Strategic Grain Reserve. The measure by the government followed spreading protests by Nigerians over the high cost of living and rise in the prices of foodstuffs. This government is giving Nigerians ‘pain promax’ by continuing from where the former administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari stopped. “The truth is that you can’t claim to have food stored anywhere and then Nigerians are going to bed hungry. If the food is there, we don’t even need any pronouncement, release the food and let Nigerians eat.
Source:Punch
February 12, 2024 14:35 UTC
Top 10 SUVs sold in January: Tata Punch takes crown from Nexon
Tata Punch and Nexon continue to be two of India's best-selling SUVs as the duo ended January as the top two models in the segment. Tata Motors sold 17,978 units of the small SUV, up by about 50 per cent compared to January last year when the carmaker sold 12,006 units. A concept Nexon SUV with CNG kit was unveiled at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo held earlier this month. The model, which is based on Maruti's premium hatchback Baleno, saw 13,643 units sold last month. Mahindra Bolero:Mahindra's iconic and one of the oldest models finished the top 10 charts with 9,964 units sold last month.
Source:Punch
February 12, 2024 14:30 UTC
Rating agency identifies major events that will shape banking industry in 2024
FOREMOST rating agency, Agusto and Co, has identified some themes that will shape the banking industry this year. According to the firm, reform of the cash reserve requirement will have significant impact on the banking industry. He also noted that strengthening banks› capital base could improve stability and lending capacity. Shake-up in the merchant banking segment according to him, could create opportunities for some banks and challenges for others. On basel III transition, the analyst said that implementing stricter capital adequacy rules could improve financial stability but raise compliance costs.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 12, 2024 14:03 UTC
Tata Punch variants rejigged
Punch loses out on eight variant offeringsThree new variants addedTata Motors has revised the variant matrix of the Punch with immediate effect. The carmaker has added three new variants, and, simultaneously, discontinued eight variants from the B-SUV's line-up. The Tata Punch is no longer available in the Camo Adventure MT, Camo Adventure Rhythm MT, Camo Adventure AMT, Camo Accomplished MT, Camo Adventure Rhythm AMT, Camo Accomplished Dazzle MT, Camo Accomplished AMT, Camo Accomplished Dazzle AMT, Creative dual-tone, and Creative Flagship MT dual-tone variants. Tata Motors has added the Creative MT, Creative Flagship MT, and Creative AMT variants to the Punch range, priced at Rs. 8.85 lakh, Rs.
Source:Punch
February 12, 2024 12:25 UTC
Tinubu, save Nigeria from incessant grid collapse
NIGERIA is reeling in darkness once again due to the first collapse of the national grid in 2024 on February 4. On February 4, the national grid suddenly crashed to 59.9 megawatts from 2,658MW. Under the erstwhile Muhammadu Buhari administration, the grid collapsed 99 times, despite tranches of financial interventions from the Federal Government. Tinubu and Adelabu should unveil a comprehensive road map, including a review of the previous privatisation, to redeem the sector. The sole national grid is a threat to efficiency.
Source:Punch
February 12, 2024 12:20 UTC
Lagos launches two-month all-expense paid training programme | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
Lagos State governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced the launch of “Project Loud,” a two-month, all-expenses-paid training programme aimed at empowering Lagosians with vocational skills. The initiative, dubbed “Lagos of Our Dreams,” offers free training in mixology, catering, tailoring, makeup/gele, wig-making, shoemaking, facials & massage, manicure & pedicure, baking, and pastries to all residents. Interested candidates can register for any of the classes by visiting http://projectloudskillscenter.com or physically at 114 Western Avenue, beside Qua-Iboe Church, Barracks Bus-stop, Surulere, Lagos State.
Source:The Guardian
February 12, 2024 12:10 UTC
Equity market sheds N1tn amid sell-offs
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Source:Punch
February 12, 2024 12:08 UTC
Nigeria facing worsening economic crisis, says IMF
The International Monetary Fund has said stalled per-capita growth, poverty and high food insecurity have exacerbated the ongoing cost-of-living crisis in Nigeria. The report came amid rising inflation, exchange crisis, weak economic growth and business shutdowns. The report read in part, “Nigeria faces a difficult external environment and wide-ranging domestic challenges. “Per-capita growth in Nigeria has stalled, poverty and food insecurity are high, exacerbating the cost-of-living crisis. “With a high debt servicing to revenue ratio, the government aims to increase domestic debt in 2024 to meet its deficit funding requirements,” the report read in part.
Source:Punch
February 12, 2024 11:50 UTC
AI will allow finance professionals add more value — Survey
This 2024 survey, which is a wake-up call for employers, provides a unique and vital view of how people feel about their life at work. This survey which was released to the media by ACCA also assessed key workplace issues such as hybrid working, diversity, mobility, mental health, and the cost of living crisis. “Employers are excited by the opportunity AI offers with 78% believing it will enable finance professionals to add more value. 76% of employees say it’s their preferred arrangement but many employers continue to insist on full-time office working arrangements. The survey reveals that 56% of employees in Nigeria are fully office-based while 41% are hybrid working (a mix of office and home-based working)”.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 12, 2024 10:39 UTC
Lukman, others accuse Tinubu of insensitivity to citizens’ plight | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
Provide succour, senator tells national economic teamFormer Director General of Progressives Governors Forum (PGF), Salihu Lukman, has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration of insensitivity to the plight of Nigerians caused by the high cost of living. Lukman, in an article, titled “Heartbreaking Reflections,” urged Tinubu to urgently do the needful to demonstrate his true democratic and progressive credentials. They impose their decisions on citizens and when citizens criticise them, they hurl insults and abuses in the same way old military regimes responded. Salisu made the call during a briefing by the National Economic Team to the Joint Senate Committee on Finance, National Planning, and Banking, Insurance, and Other Financial Institutions in Abuja over the weekend. He insisted that the team must inform Nigerians about when their pains and economic hardship would subside.
Source:The Guardian
February 12, 2024 10:09 UTC