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‘We are shocked that such reckless, vicious, mischievous and fabricated falsehood can find prime space in the mainstream media.“But even more shocking is the fact that otherwise respected media houses have made themselves easy platforms for unscrupulous people to peddle falsehood and run smear campaigns, once the fee is right. “But the fact remains that those who have been procured to write falsehood against the national chairman and those sponsoring same are investing in expensive illusions. “The national chairman is on a crucial assignment: to lead the PDP on a historic rescue mission, Come February 2023. And he will not be deterred or distracted by media terrorism or political blackmail.“Werestate, therefore, that the PDP National Chairman, Dr. Iyorchia Ayu, has not resigned and has no plan of resigning. For clarity and emphasis, he was elected for a tenure of four years.
From:Femi Oyelola, Kaduna K aduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has mocked supporters of Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) over their plans to hold a “two-million-man march” for him in the state. With the 2023 general elections barely six months away, Obi’s supporters have been holding marches to canvass support for the exAnambra State governor. Recently, there was a march for the LP presidential candidate in Nasarawa State as well as Cross River State. Taking to Twitter on Monday, El-Rufai of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), said he hopes the Obi supporters can gather 200 people in the streets of Kaduna for the march. According to the Kaduna governor, they can only get the figure they are projecting by “importing” people to the state. “In Kaduna? Not Kaduna Twitter?” the governor who is completing his second term said. L-R: Former President General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, Dr. Modibbo Yakubun Farakwai; President of Team New Nigeria and Dr Mohammed Adah Shaibu Tettes, the TNN’s National Publicity Secretary, during their visit to IBB yesterday in Minna Niger State
Ayu dismisses rumoured resignation, says he remains PDP National Chairman
Sections 45 and 47 of the PDP constitution is clear on the removal and/or resignation of the national chairman. Those who don’t know this should get copies of the party’s constitution for more information on the matter. “PDP members and the general public are advised to ignore any stories of such a phantom resignation. “If Dr. Ayu had resigned, he would give his resignation letter to the Deputy Chairman (North); not Sen. Mark. Section 45 (i and ii) of the party’s constitution is clear on this. “So, where does Distinguished Sen. David Mark come in here, being that he is not even a member of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC)? “ It appears that those who have been procured to blackmail the national chairman out of office are not even aware of what the party’s constitution says about the matter.
By Lateef Ibrahim, Abuja The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Dr Iyorchia Ayu has dismissed his purported resignation, pointing out that he has no plan of resigning from the position.Ayu categorically declared that he was elected for a tenure of four years and that nothing has changed to warrant his resignation. This was confirmed in a statement yesterday by the Special Adviser to the National Chairman on Media and Communication, SimonTheImobo-Tswam.statementpointed out that sections 45 and 47 of the PDP constitution is clear on the removal and/or resignation of the national chairman. The statement pointed out thatwhothosedon’t know this should get copies of the party’s constitution for more information on the matter.Imobo-Tswam explained that if Dr. Ayu had resigned, he would give his resignation letter to the Deputy Chairman (North); not Sen. Mark, stressing that section 45 (i and ii) of the party’s constitution is clear on this. The statement pointed out that it appears that those who have been procured to blackmail the national chairman out of office are not even aware of what the party’s constitution says about the Thematter.PDP National Chairman expressed shock that such reckless, vicious, mischievous and fabricated falsehood can find prime space in the mainstream media.He stated further that even more shocking is the fact that otherwise respected media houses have made themselves easy platforms for unscrupulous people to peddle falsehood and run smear campaigns, once the fee is Accordingright. to him, the fact remains that those who have been procured to write falsehood against the national chairman and those sponsoring same are investing in expensive illusions. The statement explained that the National Chairman is on a crucial assignment: to lead the PDP on a historic rescue mission, come February 2023, adding that hee will not be deterred or distracted by media terrorism or political blackmail. The statement reads, “The attention of the PDP National Chairman has been drawn to sponsored stories in the news media today, including THISDAY newspaper and an electronic channel, TVC. “The stories purport that the PDP National Chairman, Dr. Iyorchia Ayu, has resigned. They further add that his purported resignation letter is with exSenate President David Mark. “We state, with all emphasis, that this story is, in its entirety, false, baseless, reckless, inaccurate, and a complete work of fiction. If there is such a resignation, it exists only in the imagination of those who have made themselves available for hatchet jobs. IWe restate, therefore, that the PDP National Chairman, Dr. Iyorchia Ayu, has not resigned and has no plan of resigning. For clarity and emphasis, he was elected for a tenure of four years.
2023: I hope you get 200, El-Rufai mocks Obi supporters
“Sections 45 and 47 of the PDP constitution is clear on the removal and/or resignation of the national chairman. Those who don’t know this should get copies of the party’s constitution for more information on the matter. “PDP members and the general public are advised to ignore any stories of such a phantom resignation”, the statement said.
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Group hails military over recent operational successes
Ganduje forwards names of 8 commissioner-nominees for screening
Hajj fornominationsreport,CSO2022:receivesbeginsawards
The Independent Hajj Reporters (IHR), a civil society organisation that monitors and reports Hajj and Umrah operations, has received the phase one of the 2022 Hajj performance reports from its volunteers.IHRsaid it had recruited some experienced Hajj administrators and experts from various fields to help collate data on the performance of Nigerian states muslim pilgrims’ welfare boards, Private Tour Operators and other Hajj service providers with a view to appreciating them after the 2022 Hajj exercise. A statement signed by its National Coordinator, Malam Ibrahim Muhammed, on Monday said the CSO appreciated the efforts put in place by the team. He also commended them for the comprehensive report in spite of the short period given to them and the enormity of the task.IHR also said it will interface with the Inspectorate, Evaluation and Compliance Department of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to assess the pre-Hajj policy compliance records to complement the report it has before selection of the prospective awardees. Since its creation in 2003, IHR has instituted an annual post-Hajj service delivery recognition event to serve as a motivation and appreciation to those who excelled in various services rendered to Nigerian pilgrims both at home and in Saudi Arabia. In spite of the various challenges of 2022 Hajj, some NAHCON constituted committees; states pilgrims’ welfare boards, private Tour Operators and service providers muscled the obstacles and serve pilgrims diligently. It will be recalled that after the 2019 Hajj, IHR organised a Hajj Excellence Award that was widely attended by key stakeholders from Nigeria and SaudiTheArabia.late Saudi Arabia Ambassador to Nigeria, Adnan Bostaji, Representatives of Yobe State Governor, Senator Ahmad Baba Kaita, Former NAHCON Chairman, Abdullahi Muhammed, and the Chairman of World Hajj and Umrah Convention, Muhsin Tutla, are some of the dignitaries that graced the event in Abuja.(NAN)
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From Mustapha Adamu, Kano G arba Yusuf Abubakar, popularly known as Garba Izala, a close political associate to former governor of Kano State, Malam Ibrahim Shekarau, has been included in the list of 8 commissioner -nominees, submitted to Kano House of Assembly, by Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. Abubakar had recently parted ways with the Shekarau, a serving senator, representing Kano centra’ district, and joined Ganduje’s camp. The state government had on Monday submitted the names of the nominees for the position of commissioners, to fill the vacuum left by some members of the state executive council to contest in 2023 general elections. In a letter from Ganduje, read by the speaker, Hamisu Ibrahim Chidari during today’s plenary session, the governor pointed out that that the new commissioners would be appointed to fill the vacuum created by the resignation of someThecommissioners.Speakerexplained that an invitation would be sent to the nominees to appear before the house on Monday 27th August for screening. The 8 nominees are Ibrahim Dan’azumi, Abdulhalim Abdullahi, Ya’u Abdullahi Yan’shana, Garba Yusuf Abubakar, Dr. Yusuf Abubakar. Others are Adamu Abdu Fanda, Saleh Kausani and Lamin Sani Zawiyya.
Third from L-R: The Governor of Kebbi State, Sen. Atiku Abubakar Bagudu, the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Abubakar Malami(SAN) and the Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Prof. Mohammed Sani Haruna during the flag off of the technical interventions and empowerment programme by the agency in Kebbi yesterday.
Renaissance Initiative, a NigeriansHeadquarters,promotedtosuccessfulcountry.soonassuranceandonslaughtGombe,itsacrossbanditsonslaughtNigeriacommendedOrganisationNon-Governmental(NGO),hasArmedForcesoffortherecentanddecisiveagainstterrorists,andeconomicvandalsthecountry.ThegroupinastatementbyGeneralSecretary,AbdullahionSundaydescribedtheastimely,proactiveprayersanswered.GombesaiditwasanthatnormalcywouldreturntoallpartsoftheHeattributedtheongoingmilitaryoperationstheenhancedsynergybeingbytheDefenceaddingthatwereunitedbehind the military in the fight against those bent on instilling fear in the populace.According to him, the evil plot is to instill fear in Nigerians and make us take abnormality as a way of “Indeed,life. the Armed Forces of Nigeria has continued to let the enemies of the country know that their evil desire for the country is unacceptable.“OnSunday we heard that Nigerian Air-force aircraft struck at their gathering at Kurebe in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State and eliminated several terrorists during an important meeting hosted by Aminu Duniya, a Boko Haram terrorist commander. “In same week, Nigerian Air Force (NAF) killed a terrorist kingpin, Alhaji Shanono, and 17 of his foot soldiers in Kaduna State.“Similarly, eight suspected terrorists including their gang leader, Abdulkarim Faca-faca, were killed in a raid by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) in Safana Local Government Area of Katsina State on Saturday. “We are also relieved that the bombers of Owo Catholic Church have been captured,” he said. He said the renewed vigor against economic saboteurs under the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Lucky Irabor and the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm. Awwal Gambo, had been yielding fruits. He hailed the recent court martial of 13 officers and ratings by the authorities of the Nigerian Navy at the Western Naval Command in Lagos for offences ranging from conniving with crude oil thieves and pipeline vandalism and other Maritime infractions.According to him, it is important to know that naval forces fighting to rid the nation’s maritime domain of criminality have successfully foiled oil theft, illegal oil bunkering, and pipeline vandalisation and stealing of crudeHeoil.said that products worth more than N25 billion since April. “In the Northeast, Theatre Commander, Joint Task Force Operation Hadin kai”, Maj.-Gen. Christopher Musa, confirmed that the kinetic and non-kinetic adopted by the Nigerian military made 14,609 active out of the 70,593 insurgents to surrender to troops.“Indeed, it is reassuring that our armed forces are making this huge sacrifice for the peace of the country.“We, the Renaissance Initiative urge Nigerians to support them,” he added. (NAN)
"The International Youth Day 2022 themed ‘Intergenerational solidarity: Creating a World for All Ages’ is aptly timely as Nigeria prepares for the 2023 general elections. "The outcome of the primary elections held a few months back further emphasized the need for bridging the intergenerational gap within the political space, especially where women and youth are concerned", she explained.
Abubakar Yunusa, Abuja A s part of the commemoration of International Youth Day (IYD), Nigeria Copyright Commission (NCC ) has urged youths to deploy their creative talents and energies constructively for the good of Nigeria as Nigeria approaches transition period of leadership. A statement signed by its Director, Public Affairs, Vincent Oyesefor explained that youth are not only future leaders but largely hold the future of Nigeria in their hands.The statement partly read , “As the nation approaches the 2023 general elections, youths are enjoined to deploy their creative talents and energies constructively for the good of Nigeria. They should, therefore, in the spirit of this year’s celebrations, embrace love and respect. “We salute Nigerian youths and renew our faith in their potential. We congratulate their sheer ingenuity and urge them to continue to excel in the copyright-based industries, always using their skills and talents for individual and collective empowerment. “The place of Nigerian youths as major players in the copyright ecosystem is immeasurable and more than ever before, the commission will, in the next few months, pay more attention to the promotion of youth participation in the copyright system for the advancement of their needs in the areas of education, employment, wealth creation and productivity.”
From:Femi Oyelola, Kaduna A s a part of the year'scommemoratingactivitiesthisinternational youth day, a cross-section of Kaduna youths embarked on a road walk to sensitize residents of Kaduna state on the forthcoming 2023 elections and the need for them to exercise their right at the polls. The move was in line with the We-You project being implemented by Legal Awareness for Nigerian Women in collaboration with the Centre for Communication and Social Impact with support
Youth sensitizes Kaduna residents on 2023 elections
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IYD: NCC tasks youths to deploy talent for good Nigeria
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse T he Jigawa state deputy governor and also gubernatorial flag bearer of All Progressives Congress (APC) Alhaji Umar Namadi has promised to execute into action the compiled Jigawa State Citizens Charter of Demand, if elected as next governor of the state.Alhaji Namadi made the promise when the patriotic group of ‘Jigawa Next’ with support from PERL paid a courtesy visit and submitted the documents to him at his office in Dutse. The deputy governor who described the day of visit as best day in his political carrier, assured to study the citizens charter of demand and base of resources available to execute the needs.
L-R: Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen Azubike Ihejirika (rtd); Wife of former NYSC Director General, Mrs. Adejoke Olawumi; Ekiti State Governor-elect, Mr. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji; former Director General, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Major General JB Olawumi (rtd), and President NDA 36 Regular Course Association, Brig Gen Mustapha Onoyiveta (rtd), during the burial ceremony of Mrs Rachael Olufunke Olawunmi, mother of Major Gen. JB Olawumi at Iyin Ekiti, yesterday from Action Aid and the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office of the UnitedSpeakingKingdom.earlier, the Coordinator of the We -You project in Kaduna, Hannatu Hauwan said one of the key objectives of the project was to mobilize young people (including male & female) and women (through women-led groups).According to her, "every August 12, the International Youth Day is commemorated to bring youth issues to the fore at international discussions.
The Minister said that with the signing of the MoU, the Set Up Boxes (decoders) of NTA-Star will now have multiple encryptions, which will enable viewers to enjoy FreeTV content alongside paid content, stressing that the MoU will open the floodgates for channels to be licensed by NBC, thereby creating jobs and enhancing television experience with quality and compelling content. He explained that the decision to transition from analogue to digital television, following a treaty that was signed at the Regional Radiocommunication Conference (RRC-06) in Geneva, Switzerland, on June 16, 2006, is aimed at creating a more equitable, just and peoplecentered information society, which will connect underserved populations and remote communities, thereby bridging the digital divide. “The key benefits of digital television broadcasting are: Wider choice in TV and radio channels; Improved picture, e.g. HD, UHD and High-Fidelity sound; Greater flexibility with the potential for portable and mobile reception; Enhanced information services including the Electronic Programming Guide or enhanced ‘teletext’ services (with enhanced graphics); Potential for interactivity; and Increased market competition and innovation, thanks to the potential arrival of new entrants at different levels in the value-chain, for instance new service providers, broadcasters, etc,” Alhaji Mohammed said.
The Minister, who witnessed the signing of the MoU in Abuja on Monday, said the DSO is now on a fasttrack as ITS will henceforth utilize the facilities and structures of NTA-Star for distribution of the DSO signals. “The MoU that has just been signed will fast-rack our rollout and take the DSO to a higher pedestal. That’s why I described it as a game changer. With this MoU, ITS will utilize the structures and facilities of NTA-Star, a terrestrial PayTV platform, spread across the country, for signal distribution. In other words, ITS will henceforth become the Signal Distributor in the structure of NTA-Star,” he Mohammedsaid.said that in essence, the signing of the MoU has given effect to the Whitepaper on the DSO, which bars terrestrial payTV from selfcarriage in Nigeria. He said NTA-Star, which has over 70 transmission sites spread across 35 states and the FCT, has effectively covered a large portion of this country with their signals, adding that the Federal Government would strive to cover at least 70% of the country with Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT) signal and then deploy Direct To Home (DTH) to provide 30% signal to areas in difficult terrains such as riverine and mountainous areas.
The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has described the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the Integrated Television Services Limited (ITS) and NTA-Star as a game changer in the rollout of the Digital Switch Over (DSO) across the country. This was contained in statement signed and issued by Segun Adeyemi Special Assistant To The President (Media) Office of the Minister of Information and Culture.
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NCDC confirms additional 13 new cases of Lassa fever
The study, “A recombinant VSV-vectored vaccine rapidly protects nonhuman primates against heterologous lethal Lassa fever,” was published July 19 in Cell Reports. (NAN)
ITS, NTA-STAR MoU game changer for Digital Switch Over —Lai
L-R: The first female Bishop elect, Methodist Church Nigeria, Very Rev. Nkechi Nwosu, Prelate Methodist Church Nigeria,His Eminence, Dr Chukwuemeka Kanu Uche and Prelate Elect, Methodist Church Nigeria, Most Rev Oliver Abba during the Unveiling of the Prelate Elect and other Bishops elect after the Biennial conference in Abuja yesterday life.As a result, the virus can spread easily, especially as the rats breed rapidly and can inhabit human homes.The most common method of transmission is by consuming or inhaling rat urine or faeces. It can also be spread through cuts and open sores.The rats live in and around human habitation, and they often come into contact with foodstuffs. Sometimes people eat the rats, and the disease can be spread during their preparation.Person-to-person contact is possible via blood, tissue, secretions or excretions, but not through touch. Sharing needles may spread the virus, and there are some reports of sexual transmission. Lassa fever can also be passed between patients and staff at poorly equipped hospitals where sterilisation and protective clothing are not Meanwhile,standard. a new vaccine shows promise to fight the Lassa virus.Researchers at the University of Texas Medical Branch have achieved success with a new vaccine developed to fight Lassa Virus, a pathogen that causes Lassa fever. Lassa fever is lethal in humans and nonhuman primates with a mortality rate as high as 70 per cent in hospitalized cases. As many as 500,000 people are infected each year in West Africa. Lassa fever may also induce serious long-lasting effects in survivors. As many as one-third of those infected suffer hearing loss or other neurological complications.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), has confirmed 13 additional new cases of Lassa fever in seven days from five states, which are; Ondo, Edo, Kogi, Ebonyi andTheImo.NCDC in its epidemiological report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria(NAN) on Monday, said that since the beginning of 2022, 70 per cent of infections had come from three states: Ondo (31 per cent), Edo (26 per cent) and Bauchi (13 per cent).NAN reports that Lassa fever is an acute viral haemorrhagic illness caused by the Lassa virus. People usually become infected with the Lassa virus through exposure to food or household items contaminated with urine or faeces of infected rats – present in several West African countries where the disease is endemic.The virus could also be spread through infected bodily fluids.
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The public health agency said that the country had recorded 165 deaths in 17Thestates.agency said,” In week 31 (Aug. 1 to 7), the number of new confirmed cases increased from 10 in week 30, 2022 to 13 cases. These were reported from Ondo, Edo, Kogi, Ebonyi and “CumulativelyImo. from week 1 to week 31, 2022, 165 deaths have been reported with a case fatality rate (CFR) of 18.8 per cent which is lower than the CFR for the same period in 2021 (23.1 per cent). “In total for 2022, 25 States have recorded at least one confirmed case across 100 Local Government Areas. “Of all confirmed cases, 70 per cent are from Ondo (31 per cent), Edo (26 per cent), and Bauchi (13 per cent)TheStates,”.NCDC stated that the predominant age group affected were 21-30 years (Range. zero to 90 years, Median Age: 30 years. It said that the male-to-female ratio for confirmed cases was 1:0.8. “The number of suspected cases has increased compared to that reported for the same period in 2021. “No new Healthcare worker affected in the reporting week 31,” it said.The NCDC, however, said that the National Lassa fever multi-partner, multi-sectoral Technical Working Group (TWG) had continued to coordinate the response activities at all levels.NAN recalled that the number of suspected cases had increased compared to that reported for the same period in Meanwhile,2021.the agency did not state if there were any new Healthcare workers affected in reporting week 31. Lassa fever was first discovered in Nigeria when two missionary nurses became ill with the virus in 1969. Its name is derived from the village of Lassa, where it was first documented. Lassa fever is a viral infection carried by the multimammate rat Mastomys natalensis (M. natalensis). This is one of the most common rodents in equatorial Africa, found across much of sub-Saharan Africa. Lassa fever mainly occurs in Sierra Leone, Liberia, Guinea, and Nigeria. However, the Mastomys rat is common in neighbouring countries, so these areas are also at risk. Once a Mastomys rat is infected with the virus, it can excrete trusted sources of the virus in its faeces and urine, potentially for the rest of its
“One of the reasons I wanted us to meet is to do a postmortem about what we did right or wrong in the past in order to prepare ourselves better for future endeavours. “As a party, coming together to chart a course is not reactionary or maintaining a status quo that is anti-people,” he said. According to Onyeama, there have been lots of opinions and distractions after the party congress but we should not be distracted.Hesaid that political power was not meant to intimidate the people but to serve them, adding that members of the party were equal stakeholders. “We will fight to deliver APC and make it competitive in Enugu State. We should try to seize control of governance through the ballot and make a meaningful difference. “A lot of you have been working hard for the party and together we shall overcome the challenges. APC must thrive in the state,” Onyeama said.In their separate speeches, some members of the party, including Messrs Walter Oji, Benson Eze, Gbazuagu Nweke and Mrs Juliet Egbo, decried the “hatred, hardship, intimidation and despair” in the state chapter of the (NAN)party.
From Left: New State Commander, Pastor, Evan’s Abali,- Assistant Commandant General, Rtd.Haruna Fure,- and State Deputy Commander, Maijidda Abdulkadir,during the Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Service(NFSS) Assistant Commandant General Visit Kaduna Command to address the decorating of New Commandant in kaduna on Monday15/8/22
By Lateef Ibrahim, Abuja Former Vice President and Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar on Monday led chieftains of the PDP including former Vice President Namadi Sambo, the Vice Presidential candidate and Governor of Delta State, Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri and National Chairman of PDP, Dr Iyorchia Ayu to receive decampees of the All Progressives Congress in Adamawa into the PDP. Receiving the new members into the PDP at the Ribadu Square in Yola, Ayu said that the rate of decampment from the APC to the PDP is increasing by the day and an indication that the opposition party is waxing stronger. According to Ayu, “It is clear everywhere that the PDP is back. Today, we are here to take in new members into the PDP. Very soon, this venue shall be hosting the President of Nigeria who is your very own son. “I welcome the new entrants to our party and I therefore hand them over to Governor Fintiri. I urge the governor to continue with his good work in making Adamawa better than he met it,” AyuAtiku,said. who was greeted with euphoria by the crowd at the venue, also welcomed the decamped new members of the party, promising that he would work with them. “I have been serving the people since I joined politics 30 years ago
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PAGE 6 N EWS and that is my promise to you all today. I believe that Governor Fintiri has done a good job and that we should join hands to make sure he wins his second term election,” Atiku said. Speaking on behalf of the supporters and over 160,000 decampees in various electoral wards across the state, Hon. Shuaibu Babbbas, a member of the Adamawa State House of Assembly from Fufore Gurin constituency affirmed their loyalty and commitment to the PDP in its quest to oust the APC and fix the broken state of the country’s socioeconomic and political fabrics. Earlier on arrival at the Yola International Airport where he was received to a rousing welcome, Atiku had proceeded to the palace of the Lamido Adamawa, HRH Aliyu Musdafa on a courtesy visit. He was accompanied by Governor Fintiri, his running mate and governor of Delta State, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, the national chairman of the PDP, Senator Ayu. It is the first time that the presidential standard bearer will be visiting his home state after the presidential primaries election of the PDP. In his remarks at the Lamido’s palace, Atiku said that his presentation to the Lamido as the presidential candidate of the PDP gives him a sense of nostalgia because his political career would not have attained this mark but for the prayers and support that he enjoys from the Lamido, his palace and the entire state. His words, “I am an ambassador of this palace, Adamawa State and Nigeria. I am appreciative of the reception I received today (yesterday) which is historic and I am promising you that I will represent you and the entire Nigeria well in the assignment ahead of me as your worthy son”. In his response, the Lamido said that he was pleased and proud to welcome Atiku home after his emergence as the presidential candidate of a major political party.According to him, “Your triumph is not just a victory for this Emirate but the country at large as we continue to provide good leadership. I will implore you to use your experience in the task ahead of you. “As a detribalized Nigerian, I am confident of your capacity to lead the nation. Your investment in human capital development is a good example of your contribution to the society. ‘I pray that the Almighty remains with you as you strive to become the next president of this country”, he said.
Onyeama seeks rebranded, united APC in Enugu Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama, says it is the desire of members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State to rebrand and unite the party ahead of the 2023 general elections. Onyeama disclosed this on Sunday in Enugu in an interactive meeting with members and stakeholders of his pet project, Kwusike Political Family. The minister said it was sad that members of the party in the state had not learnt from the mistakes of the past that made them loose previousOnyeamaelections.said he had, after the last state elective congress of the party, felt that the party had a team and envisaged a united and progressive APC ready to make the difference.“Wehad a number of crises for four years which divided our party in the state and we were disillusioned for not winning elections.“Asan opposition party in the state, you have to be united to overthrow the ruling party,” he said.The minister, however, said that though they were in a difficult situation, there was hope going forward.He,however, said it was not too late to seek for new circumstances that would put the party on good footing, adding that leaders were meant to serve their people. He said the meeting was to do a postmortem of the circumstances that led to the lingering challenges
in the party, adding that they would not want to repeat past mistakes. “I am here to meet with my ‘family’. Kwusike Foundation is not a factional group that divides our party as some people think.
Atiku, Sambo, Okowa Fintiri, Ayu receive 160,000 decampees from APC to PDP
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FG says lottery fund livesotherseducation,health,touching
The Federal Government has noted with delight the National Lottery Trust Fund’s (NLTF) Health, Sports and Education intervention programmes, describing them as integral sectors. Mrs Ibiene Roberts, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, who gave the commendation, said the programmes were impacting positively on the lives of Nigerians.Roberts was on a familiarisation visit to the NLTF, yesterday in AccordingAbuja.tothe permanent secretary, government is very impressive with the fund’s performance and interventions, which are touching the lives of many Nigerians. ‘’I am aware of your wonderful achievements when I assumed duty in the ministry, truly, the National Lottery Trust Fund has touched the lives of Nigerians.FromUmar Dankano,Yola.
From Abubakar Yunusa, Abuja Amid high levels of insecurity in northern part of the country, Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG), has resolved to meet with Northern states governors to present and discuss a comprehensive action plan. This was contained in a communique issued at the end of two day retreat by spokesperson,Abdul-Azeezits Suleiman and made available to journalists in Abuja, yesterday. According to him, we demand an immediate, transparent and comprehensive investigation into growing concerns over rampant defence corruption running into trillions of naira. “We also demand urgent government explanation on what is inhibiting the ability of Nigerian armed forces to effectively tackle the insurgency.”
PHOTO; State House
The National Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Senator Iyorchia Ayu has reiterated the readiness of his party to reclaim its stolen mandate from the ruling All Progressives Congress in the forthcoming 2023 elections. Senator Ayu disclosed the commitment while receiving two state Assembly members and 1,640 decampees from APC and other political parties in Yola, Adamawa state capital yesterday, expressing confidence that PDP will bounce back at the centre and many more states in the country. Ayu said with the crowd of people he saw at the event, Atiku is truly unifier and PDP will soon take over power in Nigeria and win all elective positions in Adamawa.
From Umar Dankano,Yola
PDP recieves 2 lawmakers,1,640 decampees from APC, other parties in Adamawa
Police nabs kidnap kingpin in Benue
From Uche Nnorom, Makurdi Akidnapped kingpin in Benue State Samuel Achoho has been nabbed by the Benue State Police Command.Achoho who is said to be a relative of late Chief Justice of the State, Iorhemen Hwande was arrested over the weekend by Special unit ‘Operation Zenda’. It would be noted that Achoho had been on the run as Police arrested his gang members last week in Similarly,Makurdi. the State government destroyed the hideout of the kidnappers located behind the Polo club off OtukpoParadingroad. the suspect at the
Police headquarters, Samuel said he specializes in kidnapping women because they cooperate better, adding that he has been into the nefarious act with his elder brother and a friend for barely two (2) years. He also, said he was a sales boy to late Hwande’s son and has stayed with the family for over 15yrs in the same house he uses as a kidnapping den.
He called on the state party leadership to intergrate the decampees in to the party and carried them along for the successes of the party. He noted that some months ago when he said PDP is fully back some people did not take him serious but today he has been vindicating as the party continued to move from strength to strength. Earlier in his address PDP presidential candidate and former vice president Atiku Abubakar assured the people of Adamawa state and Nigerians that he will not take their votes for granted or fail them if elected president in 2023. Atiku commended Nigerians and the people of Adamawa state for always standing by him in his political journey stressing that, he has been in politics for over three decades and the people of the State have always voted him.
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Insecurity: CNG to presents action plans to northern governors
CHIEF OF STAFF HOST SCOPE KAZAURE AND SSAP SARKI 1,2A&B. L-R State House Permanent Secretary, Alh Tijjani Umar, State Chief of Protocol (SCOP), Ambassador Lawal Kazaure, Chief of Staff Prof Ibrahim Gambari, SSAP to the President on Domestic and Social Event, Mallam Mohammed Sarki Abba and Deputy Chief of Staff Dr Ade Ipaye during a reception hosted in honour of two Principal Officers of the President Conferred with Republic of Niger National Honours by President Bazoum recently.
Other dignitaries at the event were the National Secretary SAWAGA-NCA, Hon. Bosun Oladele; National Conveyor, SWAGA, Hon. Ojo Oye; APC State Women Leader and Mrs Funmilayo Samuel, among others.NAN Mrs Gladys Ashemuke, Founder of GLAD To Lead Foundation, an NonGovernment Organisation has urged Nigerians to take responsibility if they want the country of their dream to become a Ashemuke,reality. the national Coordinator of the foundation, made the call during a Non-Partisan National Summit in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the event tagged:” Doing it Right for the Right Results’ was organised by GLAD foundation in conjunction with PDP Vote Right Ambassadors (PVRA). “If the Nigeria of our dreams must come to reality, our perception about leadership, government and dividends of democracy must change.”Until we begin to take responsibility for doing things right, we will never get it right as a people. “I want to remind everyone here that you are now an ambassador of doing things right. The Nigeria of our dream is ”Nowachievable.talkingabout the Nigeria of our dreams, we all talk about not having dividends of democracy, but I beg to ask: How many of you do the right thing during elections? When you sell your vote, you don’t have any moral obligation to question them when they are in power.
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Senator debunks report on bill renaming Kaduna State Groups seek Kogi youths’ support presidentialTinubu/Shettimaforticket Two support groups of the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu in Kogi, on Sunday urged youths to vote massively for the candidate. They are the Southwest Agenda (SWAGA) for Asiwaju Tinubu and the North Central Agenda for Asiwaju 2023 (NCA ’23), Kogi chapter.National Chairman of SWAGA 2023, Sen. Dayo Adeyeye, made the appeal at a rally in Okene, Kogi, aimed at mobilising youths to vote massively for APC’s Tinubu/ Shettima ticket in 2023. According to him, Nigeria needs a very dynamic, creative and imaginative leader at this time, and that is Asiwaju Bola Tinubu. He stressed that Tinubu did well as Lagos State governor and he would replicate same feats across the country if elected in 2023. “Asiwaju won the APC presidential primary election with a landslide and that is what will happen again at the 2023 presidential election, by the grace of God.“All the attacks and terrible things people are saying now is because they have already realised that Asiwaju cannot be stopped. “That is why they are doing everything to bring him down, but they will not succeed. “We have enjoyed the enthusiasm, passion and commitment of the people of Kogi. “We have seen the Ohinoyi of Ebira Land, Dr Ado Ibrahim, and he has given us his blessings and support for Asiwaju. “We are very much convinced that Kogi people will vote massively for Asiwaju Bola Tinubu come 2023,’’ Adeyeye stressed. On his part, the NCA ’23 for Asiwaju Coordinator and Chairman, Alhaji Ibrahim Raji, said the event was to sensitise and to mobilise Kogi youths to support Asiwaju come 2023.“We want to encourage the youth to take to the footsteps of Asiwaju because he started as a youth during National Democratic Coalition and became senator as a youth. “We need a leader that can come up with a good template to salvage Nigeria, and it is only Asiwaju that can do that; and also think of the masses, especially the youth. “We want Kogi youths to wake up, get their PVCs and be ready to vote Asiwaju come 2023 so that the youth can assume that seat after eight years,’’ Raji said. While expressing satisfaction with the turnout of youths at the event, Raji stressed that Tinubu remained a leader that could bring jobs, empowerment and development to Nigeria.
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PAGE 8 N EWS From Femi Oyelola, Kaduna S enator Uba Sani, representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District, has debunked the purported reports trending on social media that Senator Abdu Kwari and himself are sponsoring a bill for the creation of Zazzau state. A statement issued by him yesterday which he personally signed described the reports as outrageous and patently false information.SenatorSani who is also the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial candidate for Kaduna said the fake news was the handiwork of mischief makers who wanted to destabilize their state.“My attention has been drawn to a concocted, subversive, malicious and false information circulating on social media claiming that President Muhammadu Buhari has signed a bill for the creation of Zazzau State, which I allegedly cosponsored in the Senate with Senator Sulaiman Abdu Kwari. “My immediate reaction to this outrageous and patently false piece of information is to wonder how mischievous elements can allow their imaginations to run riot, all in a bid to undermine their political opponent. According to the lawmaker,” How can people go to the extent of planning to destabilize their own state and worsen the insecurity situation because Senator Uba Sani has gained the full support of the people and is the man to beat in the 2023 governorship elections in Kaduna State.
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“Your Permanent Voters card is your voice, your power and your right. But I tell you, your right becomes your rights only when you do the right thing. ”Your right becomes your rights when you vote for the right candidate, your right becomes your rights when you think about the future of your children,” she said. She said PVRA has the structure to sensitise Nigerians across board to do the right thing, adding that the organization has members in 28 states of the country. “I am glad to lead the PDP Vote Right Ambassadors (PVRA). We are prepared to guide the electorate in the 2023 election by sensitising them to do the right thing. “Because if we don’t have the right people in the policy making space, we will never get it right. “We have our structures from national to the unit level. We have been doing a lot of sensitization in the market places, mechanic workshops, motor parks and other public places. ”I did one here in Abuja at the motor park. I told them not to be sentimental when it comes to voting. But to vote for the right candidates from the right political party,” she added.Ashemuke advised Nigerians not to allow themselves to be used as instruments of destruction during the forthcoming elections. “Everyone has to do the right thing and avoid partisan mindset in order to achieve the Nigeria we dream of, we must vote on facts not sentiments.“OurPVC is our power and right, it determines our future and that of our children so we have to make the right choices by picking the right candidate irrespective of party. “This is not just for the politicians it is for everyone no matter where you find yourself, it is an habit we must“Wecultivate.muststay away from bribe in order to do the right thing and let our conscience be our currency that we spend wisely,” she said. Ashemuke also added that the foundation and PDP support group will keep sensitizing the citizens on the need to vote right and wisely. “We’ve been sensitizing people in markets, parks among others on the need to vote the right candidate and avoid voting out of sentiments,” she said.Dr Babangida Aliyu, former Governor of Niger State in his remarks also said that the summit is indeed important because we have to learn how to get it right. “We have to teach people how to do the right thing without forcing them to do it which is not the best approach.“Many people come to vote out of curiosity without knowing the details of things involved and some even come to sell instead of vote because they not been enlightened. “So we must learn how to be foot people and go into rural communities that cars cannot reach to sensitise them not in a sentimental way thereby allowing them to vote according to their choices,” Aliyu said.Furthermore Hajiya Rabi Saulawa, President of Jam Iyar Matan Arewa in her keynote address appealed to the men to avoid gender sensitivity by allowing women in leadershipAccordingpositions.to her, granting gender rights to be voted for is part of doing the right thing.NAN NGO urges Nigerians to `vote right’
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Expert canvasses health insurance coverage for fertility treatments Man docked for alleged forgery knows fate Man docked fAn Ikeja Special Offences Court on Monday reserved judgement in a case involving one Achie George for alleged conspiracy and forgery until Sept.1. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that George had pleaded not guilty to a three-count charge bordering on conspiracy and forgery of documents.Justice Oluwatoyin Taiwo adjourned the case till Sept.1 to enable the court review the final written address. The counsel to the EFCC, Nnemeka Omewa, prayed the court to prosecute the defendant, adding that the defendant presented a fraudulent cheque with the intent to defraud. He said that though the defendant did not succeed in his attempt to commit the crime, the counsel urged the court to punish the defendant for forgery.However, the defence counsel, Mr Paul Okon in his allocutus, prayed the court to dismiss the charges against the defendant.ByUsman Shuaibu
“So they need In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF), which is the process of aiding human fertilisation outside the body,using a scientific method. “People that require In Vitro -Fertilisation or IVF are so many, but the number of doctors in practice in this area are not “Moreenough.hands are needed and you know it is a process,and to get the qualifications to practise takes a lot of time, money and energy,”he said. Kalu added that brain drain was a big problem affecting every aspect of medical practice in Nigeria because the best of the bests were leaving.
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PAGE 9 N EWS population.Hesaid the number of infertility cases was on the increase in Nigeria, hence action should be taken to address the problem.“Oneout of every 10 married persons, will require some form of help and of that accruing number in the population, about one to two percent might not get help through the conventional method of conception.
” Unfortunately the government does not appear to understand how serious the situation is.
FG urged not to ban ‘okada’
The overall chairman of All okada Union Forum in Gwagwalada Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mallam Kabir Dahiru, has appealed to the Federal Government not to ban okada riders in the country, saying that most okada operators are graduates.Dahiru made the appeal in an interview with newsmen during the general meeting of the union in Gwagwalada. He charged the government at all levels to carry okada riders along in the scheme of things. He said the purpose of the meeting was to enlighten the okada riders to be security conscious during their operations. He then advised the okada riders to shun any act capable of tarnishing their image in the society and tasked them to be vigilante always. He pointed out that his leadership would continue to sensitise the okada riders in the Area, while thanking the administration of Gwagwalada Area Council for supporting Okada riders. Also speaking, the Chairman of Area Council, Hon. Abubakar Jibrin Giri who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Hon. Kasim Sani Mohammed said the management of council would provide an enabling environment for the okada riders to operate. On their responses, the Divisional Police Officer in charge of Gwagwalada Division, CSP S.A Hamza who represented at the occasion pleaded with okada riders not to carry more than two passengers on theirNotmotorcycles.lessout, the representative of NSCDC also urged okada riders to be conscious their passengers.
“The situation is so serious and dire that very soon, if nothing is done to reverse this trend, you will have pharmacists taking care of many sicknesses and taking the place of doctors”, he said.Kalu, however,said the situation could be improved by government encouraging packages and facilities in the health sector to keep doctors back home According. to him, some doctors who do fertility and reproductive health treatments are not qualified to be certified by the Association for Fertility and Reproductive Health of NigeriaKalu,however(AFRH). ,said that the AFRH, led by Dr Ibrahim Wada, was working to check quackery in the sector with its regulatory bill that had passed second reading at the National Assembly By Usman Shuaibu
An Abuja based business mogul , Dr. Tobias Obiechina has pledged to support the management of Hipdet University and British American Business School on its developmental programmes when the need arises. Obiechina who made the promise in an interview with Peoples Daily correspondent after he received an “Honorary Doctor of Humane letter Award” from the University at Nigerian National Merit House, Maitama, Abuja. He also said he would not hesitate to relate with the University in order to establish a good relationship with its management.Hecalledon the authorities of the University to continue to maintain an academic standard of the University to enhance learning.Obiechina charged other awardees of the University to deem it necessary to contribute their quota towards the development of the Institution. Meanwhile, the book on Destiny of Nigeria was launched at the occasion.
Expert canvasses health insurance coverage for ferDr Okechukwu Kalu, a Consultant Pediatrician and Gynecologist, on Monday called for health insurance coverage for the treatment of fertility issues in the country. Kalu ,also Proprietor, Life Point Fertility Centre, Aba, made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Aba on AccordingMonday.tohim, fertility treatments are expensive and should have some level of health insurance coverage, as done in some countries, to ensure that poor couples could access treatments.Kalusaid that the support would increase the psychological wellbeing of childless couples and also help the country’s
L-R Former Vice President of Nigeria and Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State and Hon. Shuaibu Babbbas, when over 160,000 decampees of the All Progressives Congress in Adamawa were received into the PDP, at the Ribadu Square, Yola, Adamawa State yesterday
Doctor Obiechina pledges to support American University
From Yakubu Mustapha Minna Niger state government has expressed its determination to partner with relevant organisations willing to impact positively in the lives of its citizens in the state.
Niger Govt partner NGOs to citizens R--L: Director General, National Space for Research and Development Agency (NARSDA) , Dr. Halilu Shaba, Director General, Infrastructure Concension Regulatory Commission (ICRC), Dr. Joe Mike Ohiani, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation (MSTI), Sen.Adeleke Mamora, Minister of State MSTI, Chief Henry Ikechukwu Ikoh and the Director, Chemical Technology Department FMSTI / Technical Assistant to the Minister, Mr. Mej Bassey, during the Presentation of NARSDA Full Business Case Compliance Certificate to the Ministers by the ICRC, for the upgrade, equipping, Operating and marketing of the NARSDA Museum and Planetarium through a public private Partnership (PPP) arrangement. held yesterday in Abuja. Photo: Justin Imo-owo
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Delivering his remark at the opening ceremony, the Kebbi State Governor Senator Atiku Abubakar Bagudu commended President Muhammadu Buhari for promoting agriculture in the country and providing food security.Hestated further that the training will help famers on the modern farming methods.
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From Ahmed Idris, Birnin Kebbi
Niger state governor, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello stated this at an occasion organized by a Non Governmental Organisation, the Niger state chapter of Abdullahi Gwandu Association to solicit for N50 million for the construction of fifty bed capacity hospital in Minna.Represented by the Commissioner of Land and Housing Alhaji Danladi Usman Doko, the Governor maintained that improving living condition of Nigerlites remained his cardinal priority. He described health as wealth, explaining that since his assumption as Governor, his administration has accorded health sector the needed attention and applauded executives of the Association for doing more to compliment government effort.
From Uche Nnorom, Makurdi Agroup known as the Benue People of Conscience, BPOC, has thrown its weight behind efforts by Benue State Government to access 41.9 billion loan facility and offset pensions and emoluments. It would be noted that Governor Samuel Ortom has since gotten the nod of the State Assembly to borrow the sum but eye brows have been raised by opposition All Progressives Congress, APC, alleging likely mismanagement.Inastatement signed by its Chairman John Orshi and Secretary, Tersoo Iorbee which was made available to Peoples Daily yesterday, condemned theatrics been played out as part of efforts to frustrate the State Government.
From Ahmad Muhammad, BauchiAcoalition of minority ethnic groups in Bauchi State with membership across the 20 Local Government Areas of the state, has unanimously pledged their votes in the 2023 general elections to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate and Governor Bala Mohammed of the State for a secondAddressingterm. journalists at the Correspondents’ Chapel of the NUJ Secretariat on Sunday, leader of the group, Hon Samuel J. Haruna, disclosed that the minority ethnic groups met and unanimously endorsed Governor Mohammed at their recent“Withmeeting.about three million members, our membership cut across every strata of society – leaders of thought, captains of industry, the academia, entrepreneurs, businessmen and women” Group backs Benue Govt to borrow to offset salaries
NASENI trains youths in Kebbi
The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has flagged-off skills acquisition training for 100 farmers in Kebbi state. The flag off which took place yesterday at the Azibir Hotel Birnin Kebbi, the State Capital was aimed at empowering youth so as to reduce poverty in the state.
For the purpose of doing justice to this topic, it’s absolutely necessary to conceptualize the keywords in this topic which are: Social Media and Personal Development. what is Social Media? Social media is a form of electronic communication such as Web sites for social networking and micro-blogging through which users create online communities to share information, ideas, personal messages, and other content (as videos). While Personal Development is the process of improving oneself through such activities as enhancing employment skills, increasing consciousness, and building wealth. We have different types of people who are using social media around the world and each set of people has different aims and objectives why they are on social media. Some are on social media for the purpose of getting pleasure and meet new people around the world and some are there to scam and dupe innocent people. Another set of people are there to hunt for ladies/ men on social media. Even though there are a lot of disadvantages attached to social media but it depends on how you use it, whether you want to use it for your own personal development or otherwise. But what people don’t understand is that social media can be used to develop one’s skill and can also serve as machinery for personal development. As a writer who has the intention to improve and develop their writing prowess can choose to be writing keep writing and upload it on social media or send it to the different links to publish it on blog or the national newspapers. The same thing happens to a person who aspires to be a public speaker, social media can serve as a way to overcome these challenges by devoting time to watch different videos on social media and read different articles on the concept of glossophobia in order to overcome the fear of public speaking this shows how we can actually use social media to overcome this problem. Everything has been digitalized in this our contemporary world to the extent that people are organizing seminars, orientation, training on social media such as Whatsapp, telegram e.t.c in different fields and profession of human beings and this is among the way in which the social media can be used to ensure personal development.Asacampus reporter, I have gained a lot of experience on social media in order to improve my ways of writing reports by reading different news reports and articles on social media which has immensely contributed to developing my writing prowess in both articles and in a writing news report. Furthermore, promotion of business and goods on social media to create awareness and to get more customers around the world which is one of the ways to develop one’s business to meet up with the 21stcentury standard. Social Media would allow you to ask questions, learn useful things, and share different things that will benefit your network. You can share your ideas with your friends on social media and share your achievement in order to motivate you and others to develop one’s self through your experience. Social media will help you to conduct your research in your room through the use of social media and expose you to some positive materials that will help you in your profession or skill. As a Law Student, I have devoted my time to do extra research through the use of social media and to download some PDFs that will surely improve my knowledge in law and procedure. There are some sites or blogs that were created to make your research easily without traveling miles to get the knowledge you want to get and this has also helped the final year students to do their empirical research while writing projects. In any profession that you belong to or skill you possess, you can develop yourself through social media by using it effectively instead of wasting all your time to watch uneducated videos, unnecessary chatting, you can actually gain a lot if you use your social media accounts effectively. You can see different ideas that will promote your business and enlighten you on the way you can invest in an online business or buying shares in a company that is free from any form of fraudulence, that will improve you and get more gain on social media. For example, Jumia is using social media to advertise her goods in all parts of the world to the extent that you can order for goods for delivery at your doorsteps without getting out of your room and this has actually made their business go smoothly and increased theirLastly,market.even though, there are many shortcomings attached to social media but the advantages are more than it’s a disadvantage and it’s within your power to choose either of the two, it’s either to use it for your personal development or use it for the other way but it’s better you choose the former. If you actually want to develop yourself through social media, you need to be ready to search for knowledge to improve yourself, benefit, and contribute your impact towards developing others by inculcating the knowledge you have to benefit and to improve others around the globe. Abdulrasheed Hammad is a 300-Level student of Law at Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, he is an avid reader, a passionate writer.
Social Media: A tool for personal development
When stars shone ever so brightly T eam Nigeria amassed 12 gold, 9 silver and 14 bronze medals, altogether 35, at the end of the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham in the United Kingdom. The gold medal haul was the highest at a single Commonwealth Games for Team Nigeria, representing its best performance ever. This impressive outing ensured Team Nigeria finished as the best-ranked African country on the medals table, placing 7th. The medals came from weightlifting (6), athletics (7), para-athletics (3), powerlifting (4), weightlifting (7). The others were para-table tennis (4) and boxing (5). On their return home, the young men and women who did their country proud, were received by Buhari.MuhammaduPresidentHetoldthem, “We are proud of these achievements and the memories will linger with the nation forever and for me this is a special moment and a fitting parting gift, being my last Commonwealth Games as Head of State.” He also lauded the coaching crew and team officials for their passion towards the development of sports in the country, assuring them that history would remember them for all their contributions toward making Nigerian athletes shine in the international arena.
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ourthereshouldall,spiritThiscouldinsteaddoNigeriadidn’tforshowinggovernment,lovecountry.Sheaskwhatwouldforherbutwhatshedoforit.istherightthatweasNigerians,possess.Unfortunately,aremanyofcompatriots that have been driven by greed and inordinate quest for wealth into criminality. These ones, unlike the heroes and heroines from Oregon and Birmingham, have heaped shame and ignominy on the country. They are the forces of evil but their darkness will not and cannot black out the light of hope our young athletes and other achievers hold out to us.
By Abdulrasheed Hammad In any profession that you belong to or skill you possess, you can develop yourself through social media by using it effectively instead of wasting all your time to watch uneducated videos, unnecessary chatting, you can actually gain a lot if you use your social media accounts effectively.
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It is noteworthy that the stars shone even brighter on Nigeria, barely a week after a young lady Tobi Amusan set a world record in the women’s 100 metres hurdles at the World Athletics Championship held in July in Oregun in the United States. She was the first Nigerian ever to have achieved that feat. She did it without much support from the
More global approach needed to control monkeypox
Why am I mentioning this guy? Well, Greenwald is an avid proponent of adversarial journalism. He believes it can hold “the most powerful factions accountable, fearlessly, and without regard to threats or repercussions from the government or corporate factions.”While there may be a standard model for journalists to be impartial and this is now generally seen as good journalism, this ‘standard’ has also produced lots of atrocious journalism and some toxic habits that are weakening the profession. For Greenwald, the ‘impartiality’ formula of inabilityresolve-the-conflicts’what-both-sides-say-and-I-won’t-‘here’s-andanofjournaliststoopenly take a definitive stand on what’s true, often rewards dishonesty on the part of political and corporate officials who know they can rely on ‘objective’ reporters to amplify their falsehoods without challenge In his words, “This suffocating constraint on how reporters are permitted to express themselves produces a self-neutering form of journalism that becomes as ineffectual as it is boring. Worst of all, this model rests on a false conceit. Human beings are not objectivity-driven machines. We all intrinsically perceive and process the world through subjective prisms. What is the value in pretending otherwise?”
By Deoye Falade American journalist, Glenn Greenwald’s is famous as the Guardian (UK) journalist who reported Edward Snowden’s revelations about the surveillance of citizens by America’s National Security Agency (NSA). In 2013, he left the Guardian and decided to join a new independent journalistic venture financed by eBay founder Pierre Omidyar. He’s moved on to other things from there, I’m not saying they have to be mean or insult guests but they do not owe public servants niceties when seeking truth and trying to hold them accountable. Why are we eager to label journalists as rude or unprofessional when they refuse to back down when engaging with an interviewee that becomes unnecessarily defensive or combative?Casein point: the ARISE TV exchange between Rufai Oseni and Tundun with Former Minister, Adebayo Shittu on the APC Muslim-Muslim Ticket and other internal drama within the party, Tundun: A lot of people would be buoyed by your confidence… Mr Adebayo Shittu: Why are you attacking my confidence? What is your problem with my confidence �� Tundun stood her ground and maintained that the word “Buoy’ isn’t negative. At a point, said, “Maybe we need a dictionary.” Voices went up a few notches but this exchange is all it took for people to say that the guys at Arise TV are unprofessional and biased. It’s funny because many people who say this do so without any actual understanding of what journalism ethics are. You can say that they put you off but to say they were unprofessional? Lol. I also noticed that many people think journalists have to be neutral. No, they don’t. What Nigerians qualify as bad journalism is any kind of journalistic conduct that offends their sensibilities and not whether it is based on truth. Essentially, journalists always have to play nice. But where has that gotten us? It’s gotten us to a point where in response to valid questions by journalists, Public Servants respond by asking, “Who is bankrolling you?” It’s gotten us to a point where people value faux-politeness over truth. It’s gotten us to a point where people no longer trust mainstream media. I mean, someone on Twitter reeled off names of a bunch of veterans/retired NTA newscasters as a pointer to the bygone good days of good journalism. Other than the fact that they’re newscasters who largely appeal to people based on their good diction and delivery, those people work for a state-owned broadcasting service.Ispolitely delivered news propaganda now the standard for goodDojournalism?peopleeven know that there are different kinds of journalistic approaches? By the looks of it, no. And this is where I’d like to mention that there is such a thing as Adversarial Journalism and someone called Greenwald. American journalist, Glenn Greenwald’s is famous as the Guardian (UK) journalist who reported Edward Snowden’s revelations about the surveillance of citizens by America’s National Security Agency (NSA). In 2013, he left the Guardian and decided to join a new independent journalistic venture financed by eBay founder Pierre Omidyar. He’s moved on to other things from there,
Now, I’m not saying that there’s no room for neutrality. I’d be foolish to say that, especially as someone who has two degrees in communication and years of experience as both a field reporter and editor. However, based on the preceding paragraphs,, there is obviously more than one journalistic approach. I’m also of the opinion that honestly disclosing, rather than hiding one’s subjective values can produce a more honest and trustworthy form of journalism.Aboveall,no journalism – from the most stylistically ‘objective’ to the most brazenly opinionated (like David Hundeyin’s) – has any real value unless it is grounded in facts, evidence, and verifiable data. So, no, journalists do not always have to play nice and they shouldn’t be branded as unprofessional for not doing so. The Watergate Scandal wasn’t uncovered by taking kid gloves into the journalistic ring. Deoye Falade is a Public Affairs Analyst.
Journalists do not have to play nice
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By Kestér Kenn Klomegâh T he World Health Organization classified the escalating outbreak of the once-rare monkeypox disease as an international emergency in July. Outside of Africa, 98% of cases are among men who have sex with men. With a limited global supply of vaccines, authorities are racing to stop monkeypox before it becomes entrenched. WHO has, however, warned against supply discrimination.Withincreasing numbers of monkeypox virus among 1.3 billion people, African health experts have expressed worriness over lack of appropriate vaccines to contain the outbreak in Africa. That however in mid-August, the acting director of the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Ahmed Ogwell, said there two partners “largely multilateral institutions and nonAfrican governments” have shown some interest in helping out with manufacturing of vaccines without offering detailed information. “Let us get vaccines onto the continent,” Ogwell, said in a weekly media briefing pointing to another instance of 1.3 billion people on the continent without access to a vaccine, as it has been with the Covid-19 pandemic. Africa remains the only part of the world with no doses of the vaccine, according to the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. More monkeypox deaths have been reported on the African continent this year than anywhere in the world. Since May, nearly 90 countries have reported more than 31,000 cases. At least 2,947 monkeypox cases have been reported in 11 African countries this year, including 104 deaths, but most of the cases reported are suspect ones because the African continent also lacks enough diagnostic resources for thorough testing, the Africa CDC director Ogwell said. The lack of vaccine doses and shortage of diagnostics is an echo of the challenges that Africa’s 54 countries faced for months during the Covid-19 pandemic as richer countries elsewhere raced to secure supplies. Given the continuous spread of the monkeypox virus especially in central and west African regions, raises the question of exploring the accesibility of vaccine supply. It relates closely plans to provide educational materials and educating the public about the virus spread, the risk of contracting it (means of transmission) – there has to be a stark acknowledgment of a preventive approach. Although the current explosion of cases has occurred in men, experts say there is no biological reason the virus will remain largely within the community of men who have sex with men. “We certainly know it’s going to spread to family members and to other non-male partners that people have,” said Dr. Jay Varma, director of the Cornell Center for Pandemic Prevention and Response. The real question, he said, is whether it spreads as efficiently in those groups as it does among close sexual networks of men who have sex with men. The World Health Organization classified the escalating outbreak of the oncerare monkeypox disease as an international emergency in July. Outside of Africa, 98% of cases are among men who have sex with men. With a limited global supply of vaccines, authorities are racing to stop monkeypox before it becomes entrenched. WHO has, however, warned against supply discrimination.EarlyAugust, Wendy Orent, the author of “Plague: The Mysterious Past and Terrifying Future of the World’s Most Dangerous Disease” and “Ticked: The Battle Over Lyme Disease in the South” wrote in Los Angeles Times Op-Ed: Monkeypox is not the next Covid. But it’s spreading from the same failures. The expert explained that monkeypox a well-studied disease: In the past, it has been concentrated primarily in rural West or Central Africa and transmitted from a bush animal to a person, who then would spread it to limited family members in close contact. During the 2003 outbreak in the U.S., people caught it directly from pet prairie dogs that got infected by small mammals imported from West Africa. None of the U.S. cases that year spread to another person. In contrast, the recent outbreak is spreading more widely personto-person. But if governments take the right steps and help block transmission by giving key resources to those most at risk – currently gay and queer men – monkeypox can be contained. The global alarm sounded on this virus should be a warning to intervene now while the disease is manageable and take steps to limit future outbreaks, two goals well within reach. Monkeypox was first detected among monkeys kept in a Denmark laboratory in 1958. Only in 1970 did doctors record a human case, indicating that monkeypox could also infect people. The disease, which closely resembles smallpox, wasn’t distinguished as a separate infection until smallpox was nearly eliminated. Smallpox vaccination campaigns kept both diseases at bay until 1980, when the World Health Organization declared smallpox eradicated and vaccination campaigns ended. Smallpox spread only through humans, with no animal population keeping it alive. It evolved over millennia to become a true human specialist, effective at transmission and overcoming immunity. Centuries of an arms race in Africa, Asia and Europe allowed the smallpox virus to fine-tune its attacks on the human immune system. When it burst into the previously unexposed populations of the Western hemisphere via European invaders, the sharpened teeth of smallpox met no resistance. Some scholars estimate that 90% of native Americans died of it. That monkeypox is spreading rapidly is undeniable. While monkeypox isn’t at this point a truly sexually transmitted disease like gonorrhea or syphilis, sexual contact has driven this outbreak. Monkeypox spreads through intimate physical contact, including direct contact with monkeypox pustules loaded with virus. People may not realize that their malaise is monkeypox in its early phase. Although anyone touching an infected person or their sheets, clothing and towels could theoretically catch monkeypox, the highest risk remains in concentrated networks of friends, companions and lovers. The scandal of monkeypox is that this worldwide outbreak has happened at all. An epidemic has persisted in Nigeria since 2017. A more deadly strain has caused thousands of suspected cases and likely killed hundreds in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). We have for years had the capacity to vaccinate those most at risk via two doses of Jynneos, the safer, updated version of the old smallpox vaccine. But we haven’t done so, and now the virus has reached the Western world. Now millions of doses have been ordered for the U.S. alone – and none yet for Africa. Why do we in the West only pay attention when a disease outbreak directly threatens us? That’s the real outrage, the real question. The only answer is a more global approach to health, a recognition that when disease breaks out in one part of the world, it often will – as Covid and now monkeypox have shown us – affect us all. Kestér Kenn Klomegâh is an Int’l Affairs Analyst.
I must confess that scientific research is much better now with TETFund funding some of our researches. Nevertheless, the low level of funding, for instance, one, two or three million naira research grants will not be enough to conduct any meaningful research. Hence, what we see in biochemistry journals is a lot of “effect of X on Y.” Many of us have published these kinds of papers just for promotion and nothing else. Papers and award-chasing are now what characterize the typical Nigerian lecturer.The TETFund 2016 Budget was N213.4b, with only a small part of this devoted to research while most went into capital expenditures and training. Nigeria’s total Federal Government 2018 budget of N9.12 trillion is less than the amount the United States spends for medical research alone. The 2018 budget for the USA National Institutes of Health (NIH) is $37 billion (about N11.5 trillion); National Science Foundation (NSF), $7.8 billion (about N2.5 trillion); and NASA, $20.7 billion (about N6.5 trillion). The USA budget for 2018 is S4.094 trillion which is about 1,250 trillion naira (not 10 times but a whopping 140 times Nigerian budget). What a Consideringdifference! the state of our economy, our research must be linked to industries. Our institutions must partner with industries and source for research funding from them. For example, about 20% of the research funding at the National University of Seoul, South Korea is sourced from industries
Surely, it is our collective responsibility to ensure that our schools work and our children are properly educated at the right time. But in this particular case, if the state fails to do the needful, it will again dispatch another sign of a people unmindful of the fact that our children enjoys the right to education as recognized by a number of international conventions, including the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights which recognizes a compulsory primary education for all, an obligation to develop secondary education accessible to all, as well as progressive introduction of free higher education/ obligation to develop equitable access to higher education. Most importantly, not taking action to address the situation will simply mean our youths/nation by extension is faced with a bleak future. Utomi Jerome-Mario is the Programme Coordinator (Media and Public Policy), Social and Economic Justice Advocacy (SEJA), A Lagos-Based Non Governmental Organization (NGO).And could be reached via Jeromeutomi@yahoo.com
fields including engineers, agriculturists, economists and software developers to make our own versions of products and services that we now import. There are so much we import that we can easily make in Nigeria. Are we not ashamed that we import enzymes, vitamins, hormones and organic acids into Nigeria? Can we not practice some of what we teach by producing these biochemicals in Nigeria? On the contrary, we export so many assays like paternity tests abroad that we can easily carry out in Nigeria. We lose so much foreign exchange. If you are Muhammadu Buhari, the President of Nigeria, will you be happy with Nigerian biochemists? Many of us got the Federal Government postgraduate and now TETFund scholarships to study for our masters and PhDs. But, the question is, ‘what have we given back to Nigeria in appreciation?’ We import so much into Nigeria today, that it has become so embarrassing. Many industries are closing, and several service firms are folding up. So many things are wrong, and we lecturers and professors are part of the problem. How many of us have real industrial experience that qualifies us to teach industrial biochemistry? Why can we not engage our colleagues in industries to teach part of our industrial biochemistry courses with us? Do we really know what is currently happening in Nigerian and international industries or we are just teaching what is in the stale textbooks? Why are we so happy to quote foreign companies as the source of our chemicals and equipment? We should patronize indigenous companies and laboratories. How many of you have joined your local chamber of commerce and industry like I have done? There is no doubt that we need some encouragement like what China is giving to its industries if we are to have real strong companies in Nigeria. But we must not wait for such governmental encouragements. We must do what we can; we need to refocus some of our research into those areas that will lead to products and services that we can commercialize and profit from financially. But what should we really do? It is now time to rethink and refocus our research such that it will contribute meaningfully to the Nigerian economy. We must conduct investigations that will lead to products or processes that we can point to instead of chasing awards, papers and promotion. Commercialization of research output should be given a priority. Researchers should be encouraged to pursue patents in addition to papers so that they can benefit financially from the research. Also, there is need to introduce challenge researches. Here, scientists, policy makers, industries and stakeholders will identify real problems that we need to tackle. TETFUND and other donor agencies will call for proposals and fund the ones that will lead to solution thereby creating products and services, and ultimately jobs. In addition, there is need for the establishment of strong research collaborations and consortiums. Instead of giving each individual researcher two million naira for research which will end up in a meaningless promotionfocused paper, scientists with different expertise should collaborate to solve specific problems or create products and services that will promote the economy and society. Meaningful grants of at least N500m should be given to consortium of a minimum of 10 collaborating scientists that come from different fields and universities (including research institutes) to solve specific problems or create some novel products. Such call for proposals should be made public and a national panel of experts should screen them and recommend the outstanding ones for Biochemistsfunding. can work with agricultural biotechnologists to develop herbicide resistant cassava. Nigeria can easily triple its cassava production if we have herbicide resistant cassava that will save a lot of labour. I have published two reviews where I argued that cassava should be considered as white gold because it is the future of starch and it is going to serve as the substrate for several industries in Nigeria. As an optimist and futurist, I still stand by my prediction. Unlike before, we now have several molecular biologists in Nigeria. What does it take to develop a transgenic plant? Several universities and research institutes have most of the required equipment and several of us have the skills to conduct such experiments. All that is required is the boost; assemble the experts, provide the consumables and give them a deadline. Believe me, we can do this. We can improve most crops in Nigeria if the funding is provided. Nigerian molecular biologists are waiting for the call. We have been producing alcohol from different raw materials in Nigeria since pre-historic times. And we have so many grains and tubers to use as substrates for alcohol production. Then why are we still importing industrial alcohol into Nigeria? I think some of us including engineers, microbiologists and economists should come up with proposals to establish mini-alcohol production plants from cassava and other tubers and grains in all parts of Nigeria. Imagine how many jobs that will be Cancreated!wenot produce better antimalaria drugs and even work towards the eradication of malaria? Nigerians have been publishing papers on anti-malarial plants since the 1960s; yet there is no real commercial Nigerian made drugs in the market. We have investigated so many medicinal herbs from all parts of Nigeria. I am confident that with good funding and encouragement, we can produce combined anti-malarial drugs with better efficacy than the current artemisinin-based drugs that we now import. And what can we as biochemists contribute towards the total eradication of malaria? Now that is food for thought. “Nigerian Government to import grass from Brazil” is the headline of a 2017 newspaper article. What a shame! Cows need to eat grass, but it is sickening to even imagine that we need to import grass to feed our cattle. We have conducted several investigations and published several articles on animal feeds in Delta State University. My colleagues and I have identified an alpha-amylase from Aspergillus niger from cassava undergoing spoilage. Excepts of the keynote address delivered by Professor Nyerhovwo Tonukari at the 3rd South South Annual Zonal Conference of the Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
Oyoko Primary School: An avoidable saga
wellUkuOfagbe,technicalSecondarytheEducationofaboundspeopleforthreenurtured5,000reconstruction/constructionrenovation/ofoverclassrooms.Healsoincubated,andbroughtintoexistencehealthyuniversitiestocatertheacademicyearningsoftheofthestate.EvidencealsothatasaresultoftheworktheTechnicalandVocationalBoardinconjunctionwithsupervisingMinistryofBasicandEducationinthestate,sixcollegesinAgbor,Sapele,Utagba-Ogbe,OgorandIssele-havebeenfullyrehabilitated,equippedandfullyfunctional. Consequently, Delta is the first State in the country to have all of the courses offered by its technical colleges accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE). These efforts notwithstanding, the truth is that the state leadership is bound to face confusion in their minds and may not be able to finish strong as presently envisaged if they allow this present reality at Oyoko and other schools to flourish unaddressed. For me, I think the Oyoko primary school saga was avoidable if only government’s attention was drawn to it by those who should know. Another urgent reason why the state government needs to intervene, reassess this process and address the present injustice is the hidden awareness that the Oyoko experience may be one out of many other numerous sad commentaries in the state. While the Oyoko case exists in the open, many others may in a covert/ subtle manner be in that condition. If the Oyoko experience is a challenge, others may be a challenge. More touchingly, that such a ‘learning environment’ still exists in the state could be considered a sure sign that the state did not learn any lesson from the ghastly experience recorded a few years ago at Okotie Eboh Primary school, Sapele area of the state or may have allowed such experience go with political winds.
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By Jerome-Mario Chijioke Utomi As a background to this piece, it is important to underline that this author would be the very last person to insinuate that Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, the Executive Governor of Delta state, has not done good things as Governor of the state-that would be a lie from the pit of hell, itself. Aside from demonstrating this fact in my previous opinion articles, commentaries and interventions which favoured or supported policies, actions, inactions and decisions of the Delta State government, I have recently argued that he(the Governor) is not only eminently qualified to be the nation’s Vice President and would stupendously perform if such feat is achieved.However, like every media professional, while this piece will continue to support the fundamental needs of the state and, the positive purpose of the elected government if such policies by the state actors will not in any way dent or obstruct the people from becoming keen to acquire skills and disciplines of developed nations, it will however, not support a policy/ action based on sentiment or allow sentiment to determine its judgments. A typical example of such an exception is the pictures of the sorry state of Oyoko Primary School, Abavo, Ika South Local Government Area of the state currently in circulation. The disturbing pictures showed visibly distressed structures, dilapidated classrooms laced with fallen ceilings, windows and doors. Going by the pictures and accompanying commentaries, it cannot be characterized as an overstatement to describe such a ‘scene’ as deplorable, dehumanizing, troubling, in bad light, bracingly in contravention international best standard and most importantly, a reality that all well meaning deltans including our dear Governor should worry about. Paradoxically also, within this period, I have had the unfortunate opportunity to read many commentaries underlining that this is not the time to hold our state government accountable for such an ugly scenario as the responsibility of the primary schools and primary education in the state falls within the preview of the local government authority. To others, the only remedy for this problem is simply to encourage parents to accept fate as across the world, education is neither easy nor cheap to Withoutfund.doubt Okowa has done appreciably well for the sector. Take as an illustration, Delta state under Governor Okowa’s first term in office, witnessed the
Rethinking research in Nigeria
By Nyerhovwo Tonukari
Iwould like to start by asking why should the Federal Government still be happy in giving university lecturers grants for research? Where are the commercialized research outputs that warrant further research investments? But is the Federal Government funding research to the expected level? Are we doing the kind of research that will bring development to Nigeria? What have we as biochemists contributed to the Nigerian economy in terms of development from our research? Again, what has the Federal Government received in return for its over 50 years of funding scientific research? What specific products or processes can we point to in Nigeria that resulted from research that we conducted? As scientists are we pleased that there is still poverty and hunger in Nigeria in spite of the vast knowledge that we boast of? How many biochemists are really contented with their current salaries as well as societal and economic conditions?
musttobyendeavorcriticizingcountries.withparksindustrybiochemistryresearchventureencouragedEventhatbecauseandindustriesmustindustries.significantresearchwww.useoul.edu/research/facts).(http://Whenistiedtoeconomicresults,fundingwillcomefromTherefore,ourinstitutionslearntoworkhand-in-handwithtobuildtheeconomy.WhyistheUSeconomythrivingitsbudgetsohuge?Itissimplyithassomanycompaniespaygoodtaxestothegovernment.scientistsincludingprofessorsarewithgrants,cheaploansandcapitaltocommercializetheirandstartcompanies.Severalprofessorsmovebetweenandacademia.HenceresearchandbusinessincubatorsdotareasuniversitiesinseveralwesternInsteadofcomplainingandthegovernment,weshouldtobecomepartofthesolutionconductingrealresearchthatwillleadjobcreationandnewproducts.Welearntoworkwiththosefromother
“One major element of national security is human security ( Protection of Iives and Property); drug dependency brings about damage of the Central nervous system and other organs of the body.
“The dependent individual will not be able to function optimally and as such, lack the ability to contribute to the development of the nation,” she Nwekesaid. urged government to ensure that territory institutions did not go on strike for students to graduate on time, as well create job for the teeming youths. She also advised faith based organisations to join the NDLEA in the efforts to get the nation rid of drug and substance abuse. “Prevention of drug abuse and trafficking is everybody’s business. Together we can make it and together we can achieve a drug-free society.”The Chaplain in charge of The Knights of Saint Mulumba, Abuja Council, Rev. Fr. Innocent Joji, described drug abuse as a menace that had destroyed many potential leaders.Hesaid that the menace must be jointly fought by every stakeholder, including faith-based organisation, government and family. “Also parents must watch their wards and if they see any changes in their wards they should quickly send them to rehabilitation centres because the earlier the better,” he said. (NAN)
He said that any society that wanted to develop must address some of the challenges affecting the youth. He advised youths to run away from drug abuse which had rigorous effects on their body, personality and future.“I want to admonish Nigeria youths to please run away from drug abuse and make yourself responsible and relevant to the society, as leaders of not just tomorrow but also today,” Nwaegbu said. He said that the programme and its theme were organised to sensitise Nigerians, especially the youth, to the danger of abusing drugs.
PAGE 14 N EWS substance abuse, especially among youths in Nigeria. The theme of the symposium was : “Fight Against Drug and Illicit Substance Abuse: the Role of Faith Based Youth Organisation.”
Drug abuse: Youth organisation, others call for preventive measures
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Fruit sellers hail Gov. Oyetola’s decision to challenge July 16 Osun election result
L-R: Permanent Secretary State House, Alh Tijjani Umar, State Chief of Protocol (SCOP), Ambassador Lawal Kazaure, Chief of Staff Prof Ibrahim Gambari, SSAP to the President on Domestic and Social Event, Mallam Mohammed Sarki Abba and Deputy Chief of Staff Dr Ade Ipaye during a reception hosted in honour of two Principal Officers of the President Conferred with Republic of Niger National Honours by President Bazoum recently. Held at the Presidential Villa Abuja yesterday
The Youth of St. Mulumba, Abuja Sub-Council, a faithbased organisation and other stakeholders have called for intensified efforts in preventing the menace of drug and illicit substance abuse in the country.
The National Project Officer of United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Dr Akanidomo Ibanga, who was a guess speaker at the event, also urged faith based organisations to accelerate preventive measures against drug abuse and illicit substance in the country. Ibanga said that preventive measures were important as rehabilitation centres currently available in the country were insufficient to cater for numbers of those who needed rehabilitation. He said that currently there were 87 treatment centres with about 2,000 beds, while survey showed that not less than 3,000 persons needed treatment from drugs and substance abuse related issues. “We are calling on the faith based organisations to do their part, basically to continue to invest in evidence based prevention, care and invest in rehabilitation and reintegration of people who are involved in drugs and substance abuse back to the society,” he said. He also called for establishment of dropping centres, where people could easily approach to drop those involved in drug abuse for care, treatment and rehabilitation. Ibanga also called for inclusive care and rehabilitation, especially for women involved in drug abuse. Another Guest Speaker, Mrs Oluchi Nweke, urged the youth to reject drug abuse no matter the influence. Nweke, who is an Assistant Commander of Narcotics (CAN) PSO Treatment and Rehabilitation at the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), said that the increasing rate of hard drugs consumption among youths was worrisome.Nweke said that substance abuse possessed great danger that threatened stability, unity and development of any nation. She said that drug abuse did not only destroy major organs of the body including brain, heart, liver and kidney, it also affected the well-being of people addicted to it, thereby affecting their contributions to national development and security.“Itis increasingly recognised that there is a strong relationship between drugs/substance abuse and national security.”
Fruit sellers in Osun on Sunday described Gov. Gboyega Oyetola’s decision to challenge the outcome of the July 16 election in the state at the election tribunal as the best decision ever. Operating on the platform of the Osun Chapter of the Fruit Sellers Association of Nigeria, they made the pronouncement at an engagement programme organised by the state’s Civic Engagement Centre in ChairmanOsogbo.ofthe group, Alhaji Adbulateef Famakinwa, said the people of the state would not allow the outcome of the election to demoralise them, but would continue to support the governor withFamakinwaprayers. said the group was confident that the tribunal’s verdict would be favourable to the governor at the end of hearings. He noted that the various projects executed by the governor could not go unnoticed and added that the association was solidly behind the governor to reclaim his mandate at the tribunal. “We will not stop praying for the governor to come out victorious at the“Wetribunal.arewith him and we will support him with everything we have for him to succeed,’’ he stressed.Inhis response, the governor thanked members of the group for their support and solidarity. Represented by his Special Adviser on Civic Engagement, Mr Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, the governor said he was confident of victory at the tribunal. The governor also commended people of the state for their unflinching and unwavering support, adding that the will of God would prevail. He said the grounds on which he was challenging the election at the tribunal were valid and expressed optimism that justice wouldTheprevail.governor added the good works he had started would continue and dividends of democracy would continue to be provided for the people. Gov. Oyetola filed a petition at the election tribunal on Aug. 5 challenging the outcome of July 16 governorship election won by the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP), Sen. Ademola Adeleke. (NAN)
The President, Youth of St. Mulumba (YSM) Abuja SubCouncil, Mr Ebube Nwaegbu, made the call at the organisation’s one year anniversary and stakeholders symposium, in Abuja on Saturday. Nwaegbu said there was urgent need for effective measures to address and prevent drugs and illicit
“The other programme I would like to mention is Agriculture, you know when FOCAC was held in 2021, there was no Ukraine crisis, but we already focused on agriculture with Africa.“The reason we believe in the potential of agriculture in Africa is that agricultural development is huge, you have lots of arid land. “Unfortunately, you still have to import lots of grapes from the outside world which costs a lot of currency and actually damages your international balance sheet,’’ the director-general said. He said that failure to prioritise agriculture could hinder speedy economic growth in Africa, advising that more should be done through Public Private Partnership to ensure foodWusecurity.also stressed the need for proper implementation of outcome of FOCAC meetings to bring about full realisation of set goals. This does not make sense, you have lands, you have labour forces, I think we just need the right policy to promote private investment in industrial large-scale farms to improve our food security. “Why this has become important is that due to the Ukraine crisis, food prices globally were hiked and that is why going forward, we must finish construction of the project in the future.“African governments have already noticed development of agriculture is a priority to deal with the crisis of increasing food prices, we want African countries to follow-up action plans from FOCAC meetings and the outcome of results. `Normally, when we have FOCAC meetings we just produce some document, we need more concrete actions, we must concentrate,’’ Wu said.According to him, China and Africa have decided to hold the coordinators meeting under implementation to follow-up action on the 8th Ministerial Meeting of the FOCAC.NAN
China reaffirms commitment to sustaining cooperation with Africa Wu Peng, the DirectorGeneral, Department of African Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to sustain cooperation with Africa. Wu said this at meeting with African Journalists under the auspices of the China Africa Press Centre (CAPC) Programme 2022, which began in June in Beijing. According to him, it has been 66 years since China-Africa officially opened diplomatic cooperation. He also quoted President Xi Jinping as saying “China and Africa 8th Ministerial Meeting on FOCAC in Dakar in November, 2021 commended friendship between China and Africa.’’ “China will work closely with African countries to implement linked-programmes in the next three years.’’According to him, this includes programmes which are related to medical service and health, poverty reduction and agricultural development, as well as investment promotion. “We are still fighting to contain COVID-19 since the outbreak of the pandemic, China has so far provided about 260 million doses of vaccines to 55 African countries and African union,’’ Wu said. The director-general also said that China had also provided about 120 batches of emergency supplies to African countries and all have diplomatic relations with China as well as contributed to Africa’s early recovery from the pandemic. He said that although the Centre for Disease Control (CDC) had a quota contribution, the first phase had been through an order, adding that the work would be completed in 2023.“China has already constructed the African CDC in Addis Ababa, and it will be completed in 2023.’’
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National Chairman of PDP Dr. Iyorchia Ayu equally noted that all grievances within the party would be resolved for the party to win the Presidency in 2023.
“Warn that dealing with this humanitarian disasaster will require a stronger political will and deployment of the highest administrative and managerial competencies. Recognize that the simultaneous challenges of continuing the fight against Boko Haram, rehabilitating IDPs and rebuilding lives, communities and infrastructure will require the best in leadership capacities. “Warn that the current quality of coordination of efforts, management of skills and resources and the capacities and integrity of government agencies do not do justice to the magnitude of the problems, or address the sense of urgency in dealing with an escalating“Demanddisaster.government to overhaul the existing institutional mechanisms involved in dealing with the management of the humanitarian disaster before the problem becomes much worse than it is.The coalition noted that the rise in crime and violence in the North are associated with the disabling level of poverty, weak, inefficient, ineffective and insufficient government response, absence of political will and capacity in addition to defence corruption. He said: “A decade-long Boko Haram conflict with no end in sight has led to one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises with an estimated 27,000 people, most of them civilians, have killed. “The retreat noted that some 8.4 million people in the north-east states of Borno, Adamawa and Yobe will need humanitarian aid in 2022. Of these, 2.2 million are internally displaced; 1.5 million are returnees who lack essential services and livelihoods; and 3.9 million are members of communities affected by their hosting of internally displaced people. This figure also includes the majority (an estimated 733,000) of the 1 million people in areas currently inaccessible to international humanitarian actors.
By Musa Baba Adamu Nigerian singer, Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has lambasted the Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, over his recent tweet mocking supporters of the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi. The Kaduna governor had in a tweet made fun of the proposed Two Million March rally in Kaduna Peter Obi and his running mate, Yusuf AccordingAhmed-Baba.tohim, the supporters will not have beyond 200 persons on the street for the rally of the presidential candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi, for a proposed street march. El-Rufai’s tweet had generated backlashes from tweeps and other social media users, lambasting the governor over his prediction, asking him to fix the challenges in his state first. Reacting also, Charly Boy slammed El-Rufai on Twitter for caring about the rally in Kaduna amid insecurity and other concerns, naming him a “clannish clown.He wrote, “Can you just imagine dis clannish clown, El Rufai… Kaduna is now the leading state in “Theterrorism.onceupon a time very peaceful state is now a bandit paradise. Many of the victims of the Kaduna train attack dem still hold“Thehostage.only tin wey dey worry dis clown na the one million march pass by Peter Obi supporters. Nonsense #ourmumudondo’’.
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The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG), on Monday, ask the Northern voters to resist the temptation of voting along religion, tribe and political party lines ahead of the 2023 general election. The coalition noted that hunger is stalking millions of northern communities, inflation is making life difficult by the day, people are losing jobs, businesses are closing down, infrastructure is decaying, young people are losing hope, hospitals are full of people who suffer mysterious illnesses, and they cannot afford the fees. CNG, in a Communique issued at the end of a two-day retreat of CNG, by its Spokesperson AbdulAzeez Suleiman, urged Northerners to ask those seeking their votes to provide comprehensive programmes for the development of the region and promotion of theirTheinterest.group demand an immediate, transparent and comprehensive investigation into growing concerns over rampant defence corruption running into trillions of AccordingNaira.tothe Communiqué: “Resisting the temptation to vote sole across political party, region, tribe or religious basis and instead, choose to install a credible leadership that could see the nation through and out of its current situation, from if needs be, even the so called peripheral parties. “Demand urgent government explanation on what is inhibiting the ability of Nigerian armed forces to effectively tackle the insurgent threat in the North East, banditry and kidnappings in the northwest as well as respond to the secessionist violence in the Southeast, oil bunkering in the Niger Delta, the conflict in the north central, and the threat of maritime piracy in the Gulf of “TheGuinea.unmindful, commendable rehabilitation efforts going on in the North-East, the retreat resolved to alert the nation to wake up to the magnitude of the humanitarian disaster that Boko Haram and activities of bandits have created and:“Warn of the imminent dangers of neglecting millions of our fellow citizens who are internally displaced and hundreds of thousands of orphans, with hunger and malnourishment, previously unknown in our land becoming alarming features of existence.
F ormer Vice President of Nigeria and the Peoples Democratic Party PDP presidential flagbearer, Atiku Abubakar, has received about 1,640 decampees, including two members of the Adamawa State House of Assembly. Speaking at a mini rally in Yola, Abubakar thanked the people of Adamawa State for always standing for him in the past 30 years of his political life.He said the people of Adamawa have invested in him so much and he was ready to reciprocate their kind gesture. Atiku, however, used the Charly Boy calls El-Rufai “clannish clown” for mocking Peter supportersObi’s
The Osun State House of Assembly has confirmed Governor Gboyega Oyetola’s nominees for state House of Assembly Service Commission members.The governor’s nominees were confirmed on Monday at the Plenary of the State House of Assembly in Osogbo, the state capital.Earlier, the State lawmakers adopted the report of the Adhoc Committee on the Screening of Governor’s nominees for the position of members of the House of Assembly Service Commission. In his remarks, the Speaker of the Parliament, Timothy Owoeye said the House can proceed with the swearing-in of the two confirmed members. He said, “Anytime from now House of Assembly permit to swearing in the two nominees as Commissioner 1 and Commissioner 2 of the State House of Assembly Service CommissionMeanwhile,respectively.”the state lawmakers continued with the 5th Alterations bill 2022 on the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as amended.
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The Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) has scheduled the Local Government elections in the state for October 15, 2022. The Chairman of the Commission, Segun Oladitan, disclosed this on Monday during a press conference at the OSSIEC office in Osogbo, the state capital. Oladitan said he was aware of the suit challenging the conduct of the polls before the exit of the incumbent Governor Gboyega Oyetola in November but noted that any individual or party who is displeased should allow the court to do its duties. He said the mode of the election would be presidential where there would be elections for the office of the chairman and that of the secretary separately, unlike what was obtainable in the parliamentary system which was hitherto in operation in the state. Explaining why the election was not conducted since the Commission was created in 2020, Oladitan blamed “court litigations, COVID-19 pandemic, End-SARS saga and necessary enabling Law.” Oladitan said the Commission had been making necessary contacts with relevant stakeholders and carrying out in-house preparations for the conduct of local government elections.“TheState House of Assembly had recently enacted Osun State Independent Electoral Commission Law 2022 which had been duly assented to by the Governor. To date, all the inhibiting factors and circumstances have been ameliorated, thereby making the coast very clear for the Commission to conduct Local Government Elections. All previous laws on Local Government Elections in the State had been repealed. “In accordance with the Oath which we Members of the Commission took we shall ensure that the elections are free, fair, transparent and credible. We, therefore, seek for the support of you the Fourth Estate of the realm is giving balanced, fair and impartial reportage of our activities before, during and after the elections,” he added.
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L-R: Governor of Sokoto State, Hon. RT. Aminu Waziri Tambuwal; Lt. General, T Y Danjuma (Rtd.) with his wife the Celebrant, Senator Daisy Danjuma; Lagos State Governor,Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and Executive Governor, Taraba State, Darius Dickson Ishaku during the 70th years birthday celebration of Senator Daisy Danjuma in Lagos, on Saturday.
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Members of Udi/Ezeagu Progressive Alliance (UEPA) in Enugu State, yesterday, unanimously declared their support for all the candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general election. Members of the group said their decision to support the PDP was because of the respect they have for Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi who is the leader of the PDP in Enugu State and the South East geopoliticalSpeakingzone.during the 4th phase of empowerment programme of UEPA in support of Gov. Ugwuanyi’s peaceful and resultoriented administration, the Director General of the group, Ozo Onyebuchi Ani, disclosed that they are overwhelmed by the unique leadership qualities of the governor and his good works in Enugu State in spite of the state’s lean resources and the nation’s economic, security and public health challenges. Ani stressed that Ugwuanyi, who graced the event, became governor at the most difficult period in the nation’s economic development but has been able to manage the affairs of Enugu State peacefully and successfully. The Director General maintained that it is worthy of commendation that the governor in spite of the nation’s numerous challenges led Enugu State out of two economic recessions suffered by the country within five years, to record milestone achievements in various sectors of development, most especially in the areas of peace, security, health, education, workers’ welfare, road infrastructure and ruralAnidevelopment.stated that it was unfortunate that some people with ulterior motives have deliberately refused to acknowledge the good works of Gov. Ugwuanyi in spite of the challenges he met on ground when he assumed office, assuring that: “We will continue to follow you (Ugwuanyi), as governor of Enugu State, and as a Senator in 2023, in Jesus name, Amen.” Commenting further on the governor’s steadfastness, resilience and visionary approach towards the progress of the state, the Director General said: “You have done well in spite of the nation’s economic challenges. You assumed office when the economy of the country was in shambles but you were able to manage the affairs of the state peacefully and successfully. Anybody undermining your efforts has an ulterior Appreciatingmotive.”Gov.Ugwuanyi for the emergence of a youth from Udi/ Ezeagu Federal Constituency, Engr. Osita Ngwu (RG), as the candidate of the PDP for Enugu West Senatorial District and the Patron of UEPA cum former Chief of Staff of the governor, Rt. Hon. Dr. Festus Uzor, as the PDP candidate for Udi/Ezeagu Federal Constituency, Ani urged the governor to remain steadfast in his leadership role and assist them immensely to deliver the duo, the PDP governorship candidate in the state, Barr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah and other candidates of the party in the state. “Your Excellency, you are the father of the state. You have been a father to this noble association. You have been a guardian to this noble association. There was never a day we called on you that you did not answer us. We give glory to God for giving us a man like you. It is not easy. Here we are doing this ceremony today in a quiet environment. It is not easy. It is a divine gift from God through you. “I want to put it straight to you sir that we are grateful to you. And we want to thank you that today, Udi/Ezeagu is going to have a Senator in the person of Engr. Osita Ngwu. We want to thank you again because he is a youth. He will perform wonders. “As if that is not enough, our Patron, your former Chief of Staff, Rt. Hon. Dr. Festus Uzor, emerged the candidate of the PDP for Udi/ Ezeagu Federal Constituency. “Please, Your Excellency, deliver Dr. Festus Uzor for us. Help us to deliver him. Help us to deliver Engr. Osita Ngwu, help us to deliver all the PDP candidates in our state. “We, the members of Udi/ Ezeagu Progressive Alliance, are for the PDP. And why we made it possible for the PDP is because of your influence. “Gburugburu (Ugwuanyi), Udi/ Ezeagu Progressive Alliance has decided to follow you after your tenure as the governor to any other place you will go because where you are going is far,” the Director General said.
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By Ikechukwu Okaforadi The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday upbraided its chieftain Adebayo Adelabu over his comment on the Oyo 2023 governorship ticket. A statement by National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka said though the outburst is understandable, it is totally misleading.Whilefeaturing on a radio programme, Adelabu alleged that he was robbed of the party’s ticket because of his relationship with APC presidential candidate BolaTheTinubu.former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) claimed that five Senators and other chieftains were involved in a conspiracy against him.He listed Senate President Ahmed Lawan, National Chairman Abdullahi Adamu, National Secretary Iyiola Omisore, Tokunbo Afikuyomi, Oyo APC, and the standard bearer Teslim Folarin. In reply, Morka noted that the fate of Adelabu, the flagbearer of the party in the 2019 election, was decided by the delegates and by no one else. APC said the politician was expected to explore and exhaust internal remedial mechanisms or seek legal redress for his dissatisfaction regarding the primaries.“Having decamped to another political party, rather than concentrate on his lacklustre gubernatorial project, Chief Adelabu has busied himself with making wild and baseless allegations against some national leaders and chieftains of the APC. “While wishing Adelabu well in his new political voyage, we advise that he desists from vilifying and maligning respected chieftains and national officers of our great party”, the statement added.
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“The clarification became imperative because of some misinformation making the rounds,” he said.
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The Labour Party (LP), has refuted reports alleging that its Plateau Chairman, Mrs Grace Zamfara, has been removed from office. This was contained in a statement issued by the Public Relations Officer of the party in the state, James Adara, on Monday in Jos.
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By Christiana Ekpa Amember of the House of Representatives for the Akamkpa/Biase federal constituency in Cross River State, Daniel Asuquo has given reasons for jilting the Peoples Democratic Party for the Labour Party. Asuquo in an interview claimed the Labour Party (LP) has different and better dynamics that would enable him win the Southern Senatorial District in 2023.He explained that he had to abandon PDP because there was no fairness, equity and justice, especially because his part of the state has continually been denied opportunity to both governorship and senatorial seat. “I had to cross over to LP because there was no justice and fairness in my former party, PDP. “I was denied the governorship slot because the PDP cabal in the state went against the wishes of the people. And I have always won elections through the wishes of the people. That’s why I will continue to insist that I did not lose the last governorship primary, which was awarded to somebody else. What transpires wasn’t the wishes of the people.“So my decision to join LP is because I have looked at where I am stronger and see that it is on LP platform that I will win the Cross River south senatorial districtAsuquoelection.”who is the LP Senatorial candidate for the Southern District said he is not one to take a party’s ticket for the fun of it but does so to win an election.He said during the gubernatorial primary, he won much of the seven local government areas in the senatorial district.“Iwon four and came up second in the other three. So I see that I am stronger in the South, where we had insisted power must return before, unfortunately, the cabal awarded it to someone from the Dansukicentral.” as he is popularly called went on to explain that he is sticking out his neck for the election because his part of the district has been marginalised. “No one from my part of the district has ever been a Senator or governor. We have been denied this continually. This is why I am sticking out my neck.”
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“We wish to categorically state that we are fully aware of the scheming and sinister moves by some political parties in the state against the LP. “They are planning to sow the seeds of discord among the rank and file of the party members in Plateau,” he said. The spokesperson said the general acceptance of the party by the people was posing serious threats to other parties and hence the gimmicks to cause disaffection.“DrPatrick Dakum is our governorship candidate for the 2023 general elections.
The group, under the aegis of Mass Servants Association of Nigeria (MSAN), said it is not enough for the governor to express remorse, adding that he must prove it by embarking on a 40-day fast and step down from his role as the Director-General of the All Progressives Congress presidential campaign council. Recall that the governor had tendered an apology to the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, over alleged ‘blasphemous’ comments about the Holy WhileFather.admitting that it was an error on his part to have linked the Catholic Pontiff with Nigeria’s politics, he begged for
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“The State Executive Council of our great party wishes to inform the general public that all the democratically elected state officials of the party are presently functioning in their respective constitutional capacities. “No official of the party has been removed from his/her position.
forgiveness and understanding from the Catholic Church through the Bishops’ conference. But in a statement signed by Moses Idoko, the MSAN said Lalong must repent and return every penny from the promoters of Muslim-Muslim ticket. According to Idoko, the governor should go a step further to resign as the DG of the APC’s presidential campaign council to show true Quotingrepentance.theCanon Law, Idoko said “Lalong must confess to the priest for reconciliation with God and with the Catholic Church”.Headded that “even though God is merciful and forgiving, he does not declare the guilty to be guiltless (Ex 34:7). “Sin carries with it a need for expiation even after it has been forgiven. After David sinned, the prophet Nathan told him: ‘The Lord on his part has forgiven your sin: you shall not die: But since you have utterly spurned the Lord by this deed, the child born to you must surely die’ (2 Sam“The12:13–14).Catholic Church understands Jesus’ death as expiation for the sins ‘of the whole world’ (1 Jn 2: 2). This, though, does not eliminate the need for expiation of the effects of sin. In the sacrament of confession or reconciliation, the penance helps to remedy the disorders caused by sin (CCC 1459). Because sins often harm others, simple justice also requires doing what is possible ‘to repair the harm’. “In the case of Lalong, he has blasphemed. He showed alarming disrespect to God and the Pope. The governor made sacrilegious remarks about God and our spiritual leader. “Exodus 22:28 states, ‘You shall not revile God, nor curse a ruler (Pope) of your people’.
Such blasphemy is subject to punishment by death. For, to revile God (or those whom he appointed) was to call into question the integrity and holiness of God himself. “However, Lalong has apologised and claims to have repented. But his supposed show of remorse is not enough. He must prove it with action. “First, the governor must embark on a 40-day fast and prayer to seek forgiveness. He must crave the face of God for turning against His people by supporting a seemingly doomed and demonic alliance. “But most importantly, Lalong must denounce the APC presidential ticket. He must openly condemn this evil that could potentially destroy the nation. Except, these are done, the governor’s purported apology will still be seen as a charade. God can’t be mocked.”
The Catholic Church in Nigeria has rejected the apology by Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau State over his utterances on the Pope.
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The SEC Executive Commission disclosed that the National Assembly is currently in the process of amending the Investments and Securities Act 2007 to make it in tune in current realities.“We are in the process of amending our enabling law and it has reached an advanced stage in the National Assembly. There is need to review the law because a lot has happened since the law came into effect in 2007. The essence is to capture all new developments that have taken place in the market within the period. Since the last review in 2007 a lot has happened like Covid-19, technology has taken a bolder stand. Even within the market there are a lot of other innovative instruments that have come which the law at that time did not envisage. Again, there is nothing cast in stone and we have to keep evolving to ensure we are adequately backed by the relevant sections of the law to enable us carry out our functions. “The issue of transfer of assets was not as aggressive as it is now, we did not even have so much Automated Teller Machines at the time, but that is not the case today. A lot of things are now being done digitally and the plan did not envisage all those. There are some other activities and laws that impact on the capital market and we need to keep looking at our regulations to avoid a disconnect. We need to constantly evolve. He stated that it is the desire of the Commission to be in tune with current realities that also necessitated the review of the capital market master plan which came into effect in 2014. “The plan came into effect in 2014 and was meant to run till 2025. But now we are half way through and we saw the need to amend it. This is because in 2014 our focus was different, fintech was not this bold, crypto currencies and virtual assets were not this “Fintechprominent.isnot a walk in the park, we need to understand what we want to regulate, it is a constant phase and we need to keep updating our knowledge to be able to regulate properly. The regulator has to be a step ahead and that was why we created a Division on Innovation since 2018. The tech penetration in Nigeria is growing and the regulator needs to be abreast with the trend and that is a sort of change we need to be able to accommodate” he added. In his remarks, the Head Corporate Finance Zimbabwe SEC, Mr Kundai Msemburi said the delegation decided to visit SEC Nigeria in a bid to exchange ideas and boost regulatory efforts. “We are here to interact with SEC Nigeria to find out how the Commission deals with issues of regulation. In Zimbabwe we have had issues of some crypto exchanges collapsing and we are here to interact in a bid to make our markets better. “We are keen to see how the bigger markets operate and see how best to get a grip on the regulation of our market. We know that investor education is very important in any market” he stated.
The Securities and Exchange Commission has restated that the protection of investors in the capital market is a top priority of the Commission. Executive Commission Operations of the SEC, Mr. Dayo Obisan stated this when he received a delegation from the Securities and Exchange Commission Zimbabwe in Abuja, Monday.Obisan stated that the Commission has a robust rule making process that is meant to take care of current issues as well as create an enabling environment for innovation to thrive in the capitalThismarket.hestated, will aid the stimulation of growth in the economy, attract more investors to the market as well as ensure that investors are protected. Obisan disclosed that SEC Nigeria has a dual mandate to regulate and develop the capital market in Nigeria, stating that both roles are very delicate in a bid to ensure that the market is attractive to investors. “They are both delicate roles because if you focus more on regulation, development suffers, and if development suffers growth is stifled. And if growth is stifled it is just a matter of time and the market will be at the receiving end.“If you focus more on development on the other hand, things have potential of going haywire and you could just be running a market that is not coordinated and price transparency and investor protection will suffer. Those are the things we have sworn to do by the provision of the law that created us.
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The Africa Fintech Foundry, AFF, says it is collaborating with the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, to support 10 startups, to increase the adoption of eNaira in the country. The head of AFF, Daniel Awe, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Saturday in Lagos. He spoke on the sideline of the Semi-Final Pitching of the eNaira Hackathon 2022. Mr Awe said that the top 10 startups, innovators, entrepreneurs, were part of the over 5,000 startups that registered for the eNaira Hackathon. He said that there was the need to increase the adoption of eNaira in the country, as it enhanced financial inclusion, supported digital economy and improved economic”eNairaactivities.wasintroduced by CBN in 2021 as a digital currency and a lot of people have asked the question, what is actually the usefulness of this eNaira? ”A lot of people have also criticised eNaira, that they prefer cryptocurrency, but the truth is that eNaira is going to be a successful product when there are use cases, when people are able to see problems it is going to be solving,” he said. Mr Awe said that AFF and CBN were collaborating on the hackathon in order to increase the adoption of eNaira. ”So the hackathon is a platform where innovators, developers, entrepreneurs, coders come together, to solve problems, to create innovative ideas. ”When we layer that on eNaira, it means we brought in different players within the ecosystem –developers, coders, innovators, entrepreneurs, to come up with different ideas, different use cases, that they can leverage on eNaira, ”This is so that the consumers of eNaira will now see the benefit of eNaira, they will have the opportunity to see the problem that eNaira will solve,” he said. Mr Awe said that CBN’s role was just to create the platform for fintech startups and entrepreneurs the ecosystem to leverage to create solutions that would benefit the entire financial services space. He said about 5,000 players within the fintech ecosystem applied for the hackathon. Mr Awe said that they were reduced to about 175 teams and eventually 70 for the quarter final pitching. He said that the semi-final would see 20 teams being selected for the finals, of which the top 10 would be assisted to boost eNaira adoption in the country. ”Now, this top 10 potential businesses when they come out of the final of the hackathon, there is a cash prize for them. ”I think number one is going to get 5 million eNaira. Number two is getting 3 million eNaira. Number three, 2 million and the remaining, the next ten will get 1 million”Afterwards,eNaira. those top 10 will resume in the AFF accelerator programme, whereby some of them will get some funding to start up their businesses on their ideas,” he said.MrAwe said that they would be guided by CBN and AFF. He said that by the time they come up with good business with their innovations, employment would be created and they would increase the adoption of eNaira. Mr Awe said that there was possibility of wealth that would be created by these people. NAN eNaira: CBN, Fintech Foundry to support 10 startups
The Chief Executive Officer, CEO, Ergo Renewable Solar Energy Consul Emmanuel Akpakwu said Nigeria will be great with proper lighting stressing that, inadequate electricity supply is a major concern in the nigeria economy.Thiswas even as he appealed to Government Parastatals and corporate organizations to invest its resources on advancing electricity in Nigeria through the solar power system of Ergo Solar.
Speaking with journalists in his office, Garki, Abuja,he stated that: “our major drive in Ergo solar-LED work and home place lighting is because we do believe this bad lighting in workplaces in Nigeria is also a major contributor to problems nigerians are facing today ranging from poor reading culture to inadequate productivity of results in work place, you can nameAccordingit. to him, good lighting in a workplace improves productivity due to increased concentration, focus and staying alert for a longer period. Poor and epileptic lighting can impact the workplace of an employee or a student with lower productivity like visibility in the functional perspective of a workplace and depressive feelings in the psychological and emotional aspect of the workplace. He noted that the power issue in Nigeria has necessitated the need to look out for a reliable power for lighting solutions for homes and workplaces as an alternative means to compensate for the inadequate conventional power grids the country depends on. He said uninterrupted electricity in workplaces lead to an increase in productivity both in the functional and psychological aspects of the workplace. “Visibility, satisfaction and great mood are always usual attributes of a good lighted workplace”, he said. He urged Nigerians to key into Ergo solar-LED lighting solutions for productivity at work place, comfort at home and ensure 24/7 steady light all over our environment.Onhispart, Guche Don said: “It is a waterproof Solar Energy with High capacity power savers and fast charging with a minimum of five (5) years warranty such as LED Lamp: 2835 LED 300pcs,Solar Panel: 9V 38W, Polycrystalline,Battery Type: LifePO4 6.4V 30AH,Charging Time: 6-8hours,Discharging Time: 24 - 36hours,LED: 160 im/ w,Material: Aluminium+PC,Lamp Size: 1035*120*120mm and Color Temp.: 3000K - 6000K.”
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The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said this on Monday in its consumer price index (CPI) report for July 2022. The figure is also 2.27 percent points higher compared to the rate recorded in July 2021, which was 17.38 percent. The development means that the headline inflation rate increased in July 2022 compared to the same month in the previous year (July 2022). According to the report, increases were recorded in all classifications of individual consumption according to purpose (COICOP) divisions that yielded the headline index. “On a month-on-month basis, the Headline inflation rate in July 2022 was 1.817 %, which was 0.001% higher than the rate recorded in June 2022 (1.816 %),” the report reads. “The percentage change in the average CPI for the twelve months period ending July 2022 over the average of the CPI for the previous twelve months period was 16.75%, showing a 0.46% increase compared to 16.30% recorded in July 2021.”FOOD INFLATION HITS 22% AS PRICES OF BREAD SOAR The report added that food inflation rose to 22.02 percent in July, an uptick compared to 20.60 percent in June. This rise in the food index was caused by increases in prices of bread and cereals, food products, potatoes, yam and other tubers, meat, fish, oil, and fat. “On a month-on-month basis, the food inflation rate in July was 2.04%, this was a 0.01% insignificant decline compared to the rate recorded in June 2022 (2.05%),” the report adds. “This decline is attributed to a reduction in the prices of some food items like tubers, maize, garri, and vegetables.”
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The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has inaugurated a 12-member team to drive and coordinate the Nigerian gas flare commercialisation programme (NGFCP).Gbenga Komolafe, chief executive officer (CEO), NUPRC, at the inauguration held over the weekend in Abuja, said Nigeria must ensure that it harnesses all available gas resources for value creation.Komolafe said monetising gas resources is a positive step towards guaranteeing energy security, especially in the global energy transition period. He said the commission is restarting the process of issuing flare sites to technicallycompetent companies, following a competitive bidding process. This process, he said, has become crucial in view of the policy direction of the federal government to ensure all gas resources are developed for national development. “The commission is currently carrying out a study in conjunction with external technical resources to identify suitable flare sites for the auction process,” he said. “It was for the purpose that the committee of staff of the commission was inaugurated to drive the process and coordinate implementation of From Abubakar Yunusa D ebt Management Office (DMO) will list three Federal Government of Nigeria bonds valued at N225 billion for a subscription via auction at N1,000 per unit today. The first offer for N75 billion had been previously issued and has a maturity date of March 2025 at an interest rate of 13.53 per cent per annum (10-year reopening).There is also the N75 billion bond maturing in April 2032 at an interest rate of 13.5 per cent (10-year re-opening). The third one is N75 billion, maturing in January 2042 at an interest rate of 13 per cent per annum (20-year re-opening).According to the DMO, the bonds are subject to a minimum subscription of N50 million and in multiples of N1,000 thereafter.
the “Theprogramme.committee is expected to carry out its mandate, bearing in mind the over-arching significance of the programme to the socio-economic well-being of the Komolafenation.” appreciated the support from the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and other stakeholders. The steering committee members are K.O. Ofoegbu and O.I. Anyanechi; while A.T. Adeyiga, J.O. Ogunsola, J.C. Anyanwu, A.O. Okwah, O.E. Oje, N.E. Odega, K.R. Abisoye, J.C. Echendu, C.I. Chukwukaelo and G.L. Umoru are the programme’s teamInmembers.2016, the federal government initiated the NGFCP to end flaring of natural gas by oil companies operating in the country.However, “unforeseen constraints” have delayed its execution. The federal government had declared 2021 to 2030 as the ‘Decade of Gas’, for optimal gas development and utilisation. Meanwhile the World Bank had set 2030 as the target year to end gas flaring, while the federal government has said Nigeria is committed to ending gas flaring by 2025.
RISING INFLATION TO PUSH MORE NIGERIANS INTO POVERTY The Russia-Ukraine crisis continues to have devastating effects on the global economy, resulting in rising energy and foodAffectedcosts. the most are families in low-income countries who were already spending 42 percent of their household incomes on food, according to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).InNigeria, the World Bank estimated that inflation would likely push an additional one million into poverty by the end of 2022.
The consumer price index (CPI), which measures the rate of change in prices of goods and services, surged to 19.64 percent in July 2022, up from 18.60 percent in the previous month. The rate is the highest recorded since September 2005
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In analysing price movements, the report said Akwa Ibom, Ebonyi and Kogi states witnessed the highest prices. Meanwhile, Jigawa, Kano and Borno recorded the slowest rise in inflation. “In July 2022, all items’ inflation rate on a year-on-year basis was highest in Akwa Ibom (22.88%), Ebonyi (22.51%), Kogi (22.08%), while Jigawa (16.62%), Kaduna (17.04%) and Borno (18.04%) recorded the slowest rise in headline Year-on-Year inflation,” the report said. “However, on a month-on-month basis, July 2022 recorded the highest increases in Adamawa (2.87%), Abuja (2.84%), Oyo (2.77%), while Bauchi (0.82%), Kano (0.83%) and Niger (1.03%) recorded the slowest rise on month-onmonth inflation.”
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Yunusa, Abuja T he Adamawa office of the Nigeria Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) said it renewed the operation licences of about 85 per cent of the existing 530 petroleum stations in the Sadeeqstate. Ibraheem, NMDPRA’s regional coordinator, disclosed this in Yola on Monday. Mr Ibraheem explained that the remaining filling stations that could not complete the renewal of their licences were waiting for tax clearance certificates from the Federal Inland Revenue Service. He explained that the agency would not renew operations documents of a retail outlet without an accompanying tax clearance certificate, stressing that it would not compromise the basic policy requirements. He stated that challenges facing the agency’s operational activities included unnecessary objections from communities in building new petrol stations even after due processes were observed.Thecoordinator emphasised that the agency had since prohibited siting of filling stations within the radius of 20km to the borders, and operational licences of stations close to borders were suspended.Headded that the initiative was aimed at curbing the smuggling of petroleum products to Cameroon and other neighbouring border towns, saying the agency appreciated the efforts of the Nigerian Customs for their support on this issue. Mr Ibraheem warned the independent marketers against diverting petroleum products, compromising safety measures and under-dispensing of fuel to consumers. (NAN)
The Senate Public Accounts Committee (SPAC), headed by Senator Matthew Urhoghide (Edo South), had summoned and interviewed NSITF’s current and past management on the transfer of the N17.158 billion before placing them under scrutiny.
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Termites destroyed documents on alleged N17 billion fraudulent bank transfers by our officials: NSITF
Mr Urhoghide-led committee said it discovered that the agency’s management failed to produce relevant documents to justify the alleged spending between January and December 2013. However, the NSITF boss told the committee that he informed the agency’s past management officers to help answer the query with the necessary documents. The committee began its probe following a query by the Office of the Auditor-General of the Federation in its 2018 audit report. The office said the N17.158 billion represented the total money the agency transferred from its Skye and First Bank accounts into various untraceable accounts belonging to individuals and companies between January and December “Management2013.of NSITF, as shown in statements of account number 1750011691 with Skye Bank Plc, for the period January 1, 2013, to December 20 2013, and statements of account number 2001754610 with First Bank Plc for the period January 7, 2013, to February 28, 2013, transferred amounts totalling N17,158,883,034.69 to some persons and companies from these accounts. However, payment vouchers relating to the transfers, together with their supporting documents, were not provided for audit. Consequently, the purpose(s) for the transfers could not be authenticated,” the query said. In the audit report, 50 different queries bordering on the alleged misappropriation of funds were raised against the agency.
“The container where the said documents were kept by past management has not only been beaten by rains over the years but even possibly been eaten up by termites”, he told the panel.
The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has alleged that termites ate up documents justifying the spending of N17.158 billion by the agency’s current and past management. During his appearance before the Senate committee probing the agency over funds mismanagement, NSITF’s managing director, Michael Akabogu, said rain could also have destroyed the documents. According to him, the container the documents were kept was abandoned in an isolated area on the agency’s premises in FromAbuja.Abubakar
T he United Nations says the first shipment conveying over 23,000 metric tonnes of wheat from the Ukrainian port will head to Africa in the coming days.The shipment would be the first humanitarian food aid cargo bound for Africa since the RussiaUkraine war. The development is coming a few weeks after Russia and Ukraine signed separate agreements with Turkey and the United Nations to enable the export of millions of tons of grains needed across the world. According to a report by Reuters, Denise Brown, UN resident coordinator in Ukraine, said the UN-chartered ship Brave Commander will depart Ukraine for Africa in the coming days. The shipment will take place after it finishes loading more than 23,000 metric tonnes of wheat in the Ukrainian port of Pivdennyi. Brown said the grain was “urgently needed in Ethiopia”. He also said the UN would work to ensure continued shipments to countries around Africa, especially to those facing famine and sharply higher food prices.“On a very, very personal note, for any mothers who might be listening, seeing the hunger in a child is very painful,” the UN official said. “Hunger, malnutrition is physically very, very painful. “It’s up to all of us to help theseBrownchildren.”alsosaid the authorities were looking at using rail to augment the shipments as the Ukrainian authority plans to open a new truck route to Poland. “We look at this … in a very positive way. We’re optimistic,” Brown added. Two weeks ago, the first shipment of Ukrainian grain left the port of Odessa (a seaport in southern Ukraine). A total of 16 ships have now departed from Ukraine, according to authorities at the port. Part of the deal with Russia is to allow Ukraine to export 22 million tons of grain and other agricultural products stuck in Black Sea ports due to the war.
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The managing director of NSITF from 2010 to 2016, Umar Munir Abubakar, was reported to be aware of the query but gave no explanations since the audit exercise was not carried out during his tenure. His successor, Adebayo Somefun, from May 2017 to July 2020, allegedly insisted that those in the agency’s account section should be able to trace the documents.Bothmembers of past and present management of the NSITF were asked to reappear before the panel with all necessary evidence concerning the transactions by September 22. In 2018, a staff of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in Makurdi, Benue, blamed an “unidentified spiritual snake” for sneaking into the accounts office of the agency and eating N36 million realised from the sales of scratch cards. In the same year, a Nigerian senator, Abdullahi Adamu (Nasarawa-APC), was removed as the chairman of the Northern Senators Forum after he claimed that monkeys carted away N70 million belonging to the group.
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Ground rent debt: 413 Property owners to face prosecution
By Stanley Onyekwere As part of its effort towards recovering over N29 billion Ground Rents, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), is set to prosecute 413 defaulting property owners. The FCTA noted that the legal fireworks, which is expected to commence at the end of this month, may lead to the forfeiture of the affected property to the government in line with relevant laws.Disclosing this in a statement from Director, Information & Communication, FCT / Chairman, Media & Publicity
KujethreatssecuritytacklesGov’tatForest L-R,: The President, Àbuja Original Inhabitants Youths Empowerment Oganisation (AOIYEO) and SA the Minister of FCT on Youth matters, Amb. Isaac David (middle) with other guests, receiving Youth Exemplary Stewardship award from the President, National Youth Council of Nigeria NYCN, Comrade Solomon Adodo (right), during the 2022 Internàtional Youth day ceremony in Abuja.
Horsfall further explained that, “ Nigerians are not longer gullible, the grassroot politicians are not longer weak. This is our stand, this our election, they should not impose a chairman on us”.She enjoyed all candidates that took part took part at the February 12th Area council election in AMAC to accept the outcome of the election and allo the winner concentrate on developmental projects that would better the lives of electorates and not to waste resource on Court cases. Also present were the candidates of Action Alliance, AA, Honourable Daniya Musa Bature, and that of, APM, Honourable Bayero Shehu and that of YPP. Recall that Maikalangu had approached the same Tribunal and obtained a stay of execution notice pending final determination of his appeal.
HazatSub-Committee,MuhammadSule,saidtheCommittee has collated a list of first batch of defaulting debtors consisting of 413 affected property owners that will face prosecution and eventual forfeiture of their property, as the only choice left is to clear their debts before the end of the month. “It is disheartening that some of the debtors have failed to pay their outstanding Ground Rents, despite several appeals and warnings, thereby putting the fate of their properties on the balance. “Accordingly, since all entreaties failed, the Administration has no other option than to commence the prosecution of the first batch of defaulting property owners. “It would be recalled that the Committee has earlier announced the engagement of five law firms, owned by Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs), who have been hired to prepare legal documents to commence legal action against the defaulting titleholders. “Already, letters serving as last warning to the debtors have been dispatched, and the real court cases will start at the end of August 2022”, the statement stated. It continues: “It would be noted that the FCT Permanent Secretary, Mr. Adesola Olusade had recently inaugurated a debt recovery committee with the mandate to recover the outstanding debts owed the FCT Administration with particular interest in ground rents and other sundry fees in the Land Administration as well as other Land related takeoutstandingisonlysurelynowishes“Consequently,departments.theCommitteetowarnthattherewillbesacredcowsasthelawwilltakeitscourse,becausethelanguageitwillunderstandforthedebtorstocleartheirdebt.“TheCommitteeintendstoadvantageofthesehighly professional legal firms to recover all the outstanding funds, because the government needs them for infrastructural development”.
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The Forum of Abuja Municipal Area Council Chairmanship Candidates, (ACCF), has expressed shock over the FCT Election Tribunal judgement, which sacked Maikalangu of People’s Democratic Party (PDP) from office and ordered that his challenger, Murtala Karshi of the All Progressives Congress (APC), be returned winner of the election. The Forum however, expressed confidence in the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) results of the 12 December, 2022 Council elections, which gave victory to the incumbent Chairman, Hon. Christopher Zakka Maikalangu.TheForum, made up of those who contested and lost the chairmanship election on different political parties, has warn relevant stakeholders not to temper with the authentic INEC results, which was announced in the presence of local and international observers, the media and their agents. The Chairman of the Forum, Honourable Primacy Okadigbo, who addressed the conference, stated that because of their love for the Council, they were shocked by the sacking of the “rightful winner of the election, Hon. Christopher Zakka Maikalangu” in a process they all witnessed to be fair, free and credible.According to him, “Having keenly studied the judgement, as candidates who were key players in the election, we are shocked at the judgement.“Eachof us seated here today has our own results signed by our agents and they tally completely with the results presented by INEC at the“AccordingTribunal.to our result sheets, there were no cancellation of votes at the 12 poling units as claimed in the judgement of the tribunal. “So where did the additional over 8000 votes that were added to the All Progressive Congress emanate“Whyfrom?”.wasthe authentic result of INEC that was presented to the Tribunal, which tallies with what each of us who contested the election was not used in giving the judgement?”, he added. The Forum however noted that their objectives was not to “Preempt outcome of the Appeal, but to do our moral duty as key participants in that election to speak out and let the world know about this injustice that was carried out at the tribunal”. Okadigno therefore called on the INEC Chairman, Prof. Yakubu Mamoud, to also speak out, and warned that if the judgement was allowed to stand, it would serve as “an indictment on the independence and credibility of the Independent national electoral commission”. He commended the successful use of the newly introduced BVAS machine in Anambra, Ekiti and Osun elections without any issue, and wondered why the case of the FCT would be different. The Chairman of ACCF also called on the Inspector-General of Police, the FCT Commissioner of Police, the Commandant General of the NSCDC to investigate the results that was submitted at the Tribunal and push those found guilty of lying under oath and presenting falsified results according to the law of the land.He also joined in the National Judicial Council to look into the Tribunal judgement and activities so as to prevent a further miscarriage of justice.Also speaking, the candidate who contested on the platform of National Rescue Movement, NRM, Honourable Mina Horsfall who frowned at the judgement of the tribunal noted that if for any reason the result of the election for AMAC is temper, the will challenge the outcome.Sheadded that international communities and various civil societies organisations that monitored the election and declaration were satisfied with what theyHonourablesaw.
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By Stanley Onyekwere Following reports of security threats and sales of illicit drugs, the FCT Administration yesterday moved in and cleared part of a popular forest in Pasali area of Kuje Area Council, of Abuja, the nation’s capital city. Also, the exercise was carried out to pave way for the authorities of the Kuje Council to move the perishable goods traders at main Kuje market there, in order to stop street trading along the road corridor.According to Head, Monitoring and Enforcement, Abuja Environmental Protection Board (AEPB), Kaka Bello, who explained the exercise, there had been reported cases of theft, snatching of bags and phones inside the forest. He said: “We have some security challenges in this area, there were cases of sale and consumption of illicit drugs in this area. “And we have some cases of reported theft, snatching of bags and phones. It also have some security challenges. “But with the coming of the market, we hope all these security challenges will be subside”. He adds that: “From our previous work we found out there is spill over in the market that is why we have people trading on the road corridor because there is no space in the“Wemarket.are facilitating the relocation of the market here. We have decided to clear this place, in order to relocate them here, especially those who sell perishables will be relocated here”. On compensation of some of the economic trees that were removed, he said, “There are so many economic trees here but the Area Council will compensate them. “Yes, they are going to be compensated the Area Council will compensate the owners of the the economic trees”. One of the affected owners of the economic trees in the forest, who simply identified himself as Benjamin decried that they were taken aback, as nobody informed that the trees were going to be felled.According to him, he had Cashew and Gmelina trees and they were all cleared without the payment of compensation for removed the economic trees. Similarly, Ishaku Adamu, from Shetuko, Kuje Area Council, said the land belong to his family and there has not been any negotiation of any kind, from the Area Council. “They have cleared our economic trees, but the government should compensate us”, he insisted.
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More than 78 percent of people from around the world believe the Chinese economy has injected vitality into the global economy over the past decade and has become the engine of the world economy, according to a joint survey conducted by CGTN Think Tank and the Chinese Institute of Public Opinion at Renmin University of China. The survey interviewed respondents who are 38.64 years old on average from developed countries such as the U.S., the UK, France, Germany, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea and Singapore, as well as developing countries like Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Thailand, India, Pakistan, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa. Over half of the respondents have higher education, with 54.71 percent having a bachelor’s degree or above, of which 15.22 percent are masters and doctors. The survey showed that 91.46 percent of respondents from Africa spoke highly of China’s economic achievements. Europe followed closely with a share of 81.6 percent, while North America ranked third with 78.09Peoplepercent.from countries in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) spoke highly of China’s economic achievements. Meanwhile, 84.02 percent of respondents from developing countries have confidence in the Chinese economy, more than those from developed countries. Hard work pays off The overwhelming majority of respondents have a positive impression of the Chinese people, and 84.42 percent of African respondents and 71.18 percent of European respondents believe the Chinese people are hardworking and selfmotivated.China’s gross domestic product per capita has increased from $6,100 to more than $12,000 over the past 10 years, which 76.65 percent of respondents believe is remarkable. In the survey, over 70 percent of respondents from five continents believe China is getting richer. China managed to lift nearly 100 million people in rural areas out of poverty in the past decade, and the vast majority of global respondents believed the top two reasons for the historic achievement are that China’s economy maintains rapid growth and that Chinese leaders are determined and firmly marching toward their goals.CGTN
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When you arrive at Kabul International Airport, the first thing you notice is the women, clothed in brown scarves and black cloaks, stamping passports. An airfield, which one year ago was the scene of a panicked tide of people desperate to escape, is now much quieter and cleaner. Rows of white Taliban flags flutter in a summer’s breeze - billboards of the old famous faces have been paintedWhatover.lies beyond this gateway to a country which was turned upside down by a swift Taliban takeover?Kabul, where women are told to give their jobs to men The messages are startling, to say the “Theyleast.want me to give my job to my brother,” writes one woman on a messaging platform. “We earned our positions with our experience and education… if we accept this it means we have betrayed ourselves,” declares another.I’msitting down with a few former senior civil servants from the finance ministry who share theirThey’remessages.part of a group of more than 60 women, many from the Afghanistan Revenue Directorate, who banded together after being ordered to go home last August. They say Taliban officials then told them: Send CVs of your male relatives who can apply for your jobs.“This is my job,” insists one woman who, like all women in this group, anxiously asks for her identity to be hidden. “I worked with so much difficulty for more than 17 years to get this job and finish my master’s degree. Now we are back to zero.” On a telephone call from outside Afghanistan, we’re joined by Amina Ahmady, former director general of the Directorate. She’s managed to leave, but that’s not a way out either. “We are losing our identity,” she laments. “The only place we can keep it is in our own country.” Their group’s grand title“Women Leaders of Afghanistan” - gives them strength; what they want is their jobs. They’re the women who seized new spaces for education and job opportunities during two decades of international engagement which ended with Taliban rule. Taliban officials say women are still working. Those who do are mainly medical staff, educators and security workers including at the airport - spaces where women frequent.TheTaliban also emphasise that women, who once held about a quarter of the government’s jobs, are still being paid - albeit a small fraction of their salary. A former civil servant tells me how she was stopped on the street by a Talib guard who criticised her Islamic head cover, or hijab, although she was fully covered. “You’ve got more important problems to solve than hijab,” she shot back - another moment of women’s determination to fight for their rights, within Islam. Fears of famine weigh on rural GhorThe scene seems idyllic. Sheaves of golden wheat shimmer in a summer’s sun in the remote central highlands of Afghanistan. You can hear a gentle lowing of cows.Eighteen-year-old Noor Mohammad and 25-year-old Ahmad keep swinging their sickles to clear a remaining patch of grain. “There’s much less wheat this year because of drought,” Noor remarks, sweat and dirt streaking his young face. “But it’s the only job I could find.” A harvested field stretches into the distance behind us. It’s been 10 days of backbreaking work by two men in the prime of their life for the equivalent of $2 (£1.65) a day. “I was studying electrical engineering but had to drop out to support my family,” he explains. His regret is palpable. Ahmad’s story is just as painful. “I sold my motorbike to go to Iran but I couldn’t find work,” he explains.Seasonal work in neighbouring Iran used to be an answer for those in one of Afghanistan’s poorest provinces. But work has dried up in Iran“Wetoo.welcome our Taliban brothers,” Noor says. “But we need a government which gives us opportunities.”Earlierthat day, we sat around a shiny pine table with Ghor’s provincial cabinet of turbaned men seated alongside Taliban Governor Ahmad Shah Din Dost. A former-shadow deputy governor during the war, he gruffly shares all his woes. “All these problems make me sad,” he says, listing poverty, bad roads, lack of access to hospitals and schools not operating properly.Theend of the war means more aid agencies are now working here, including in districts out-ofbounds before. Earlier this year, famine conditions were detected in two of Ghor’s most distant districts.But the war isn’t over for Governor Din Dost. He says he was imprisoned and tortured by US forces. “Don’t give us more pain,” he asserts. “We don’t need help from the West.”
From Kabul and beyond, a year of Taliban rule in Afghanistan
“Why is the West always interfering?” he demands. “We don’t question how you treat your women or men.”
In the days that follow, we visit a school and a malnutrition clinic, accompanied by members of his team.“Afghanistan needs attention,” says the Taliban’s young universityeducated Health Director Abdul Satar Mafaq who seems to sound a more pragmatic note. “We have to save people’s lives and it doesn’t need to involve politics.” I remember what Noor Mohammad told me in the wheat field. “Poverty and famine is also a fight and it’s bigger than the gunfights.” Star student shut out of class in HeratEighteen-year-old Sohaila is fizzing with excitement. I follow her down a darkened stairwell into the basement floor of the women-only market in Herat, the ancient western city long known for its more open culture, its science and creativity. It’s the first day this bazaar is open - the Taliban shuttered it last year, Covid-19 the year before. We peer through the glass frontage of her family’s dress shop which isn’t ready yet. A row of sewing machines sits in the corner, red heart balloons hang from the ceiling.“Ten years ago, my sister started this shop when she was 18 years old,” Sohaila tells me, sharing a capsule history of her mother and grandmother’s stitching of brightly-patterned traditional Kuchi dresses. Her sister had also opened an internet club and a restaurant too. There’s a quiet hum of activity in this women’s only space. Some are stocking their shelves, others gossiping as they linger over jewellery and embroidered garb. The premises are poorly lit, but in this gloom, there’s a shaft of light for women who’ve spent all too much time just sitting at home. Sohaila has another story to share.“The Taliban have closed the high schools,” she remarks, matter-of-fact, about something that has enormous consequences for young ambitious teenagers like her.Most secondary schools are shut, on orders of the Taliban’s top ultra-conservative clerics, even though many Afghans, including Taliban members, have called for them to re-open. “I’m in grade 12 - if I don’t graduate I can’t go to university.” I ask her whether she can be the Sohaila she wants to be in Afghanistan. “Of course”, she declares confidently. “It’s my country and I don’t want to go to another country.” But a year without school must have been hard. “It’s not just me, it’s all the girls of Afghanistan” she remarks
In recent years Italy, a country long known for its history of mass emigration, has become one of Europe’s migrant hotspots. The country has struggled to cope with this historic reversal and to integrate migrants successfully into Italian society. Ms Tekle was born and raised in a working class neighbourhood in the city of Milan. Her family has been in Italy for five-decades, yet she feels marginal in a society that, she says, refuses to see her as one of them. “I speak with a Milanese accent but they ask me all the time where I am from.” Italy also makes it more complicated for those born to migrant parents to obtain Italian citizenship - it is not an automatic right and they have to wait until they are 18 to apply, making them feel more like outsiders.
Letter from Africa: How racism haunts black people in Italy
Mr Ruto (r) called Mr Chebukati, the head of the electoral commission, a “hero”
Alessia Reyna, a student and member of an anti-racist network, says that even though she is very Italian, she will never be recognised as such because she is a black woman. Ms Reyna was born in Rome to an AfricanAmerican father and Afro-Peruvian mother, who met outside the Colosseum of the eternal city and fell in love. She grew up in a small town near Milan. She went to school there, but chose to continue her studies in the UK. Ms Reyna says that Italy is not ready to look at issues of structural racism. She points to another recent case when
In a country fond of political metaphors, Mr Ruto’s stunning victory is akin to his party’s modest symbol, the wheelbarrow, running a seven-tonne tractor off the road. Mr Odinga had the backing of the state machinery. Several opinion polls, which Mr Ruto had dismissed as fake, predicted his rival would win. As the deputy president for the last 10 years he was, by default, an establishment candidate but he ran as an outsider, framing the election as between “hustlers” - poor Kenyans - and “dynasties”influential families like the Kenyattas and Odingas who have been big players in the country’s politics since“Iindependence.maybetheson of a nobody but I promise to make Kenya the country of everybody,” he said in his pitch to voters. His political stock rose when he opposed an unpopular and costly year-long push by Mr Kenyatta and Mr Odinga to change the constitution at a time many Kenyans were suffering, including losing jobs, following the protracted impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Supreme Court eventually ruled the move unconstitutional, buoying Mr Ruto’s campaign. He also framed the election as a time for generational change, selling his message using pithy and relatable slogans, which lent him credibility and appeal across several communities.MrRuto’s win is rightly the focus of Kenya’s 2022 election, but equal attention should be give to the electoral commission which came into this poll with a terrible track record, but its decision to post results from the more than 46,000 polling stations on its website - accessible to anyone who wanted to do their own tally - allowed the media and the public to be part of the process.
Ubah Cristina Ali Farah, the award-winning Italian-Somali novelist, expresses a similar view. She says that very few Italians are aware about the colonial history of their country and how this might impact on the experiences of non-whiteSource:Italians.BBC Alika Ogorchukwu was not one to go looking for trouble, his wife insisted look back,” he Celebrationsadded.have broken out in several parts of the country, including in Mr Ruto’s strongholds of the Rift Valley, and that of his deputy Rigathi Gachagua, in the Central region. Supporters of Mr Odinga have staged protests in the western city of Kisumu and some parts of Nairobi.But generally there’s a sense of relief that the result has finally been declared because the country had ground into a halt since election day on 9 August, economic activities had stalled and schools remain closed. Kenya’s history of disputed elections in the past have led to violence or the whole process election being cancelled. Following the 2007 vote, at least 1,200 people were killed and 600,000 fled their homes following claims of a stolen election. Hustler vs dynasty
It is led by Giorgia Meloni, who could become Italy’s first female prime minister if she wins a snap election to be held in September. The party, which is expected to emerge as the single largest, is part of a wider conservative bloc that includes the right-wing Lega (League), led by Matteo Salvini and the conservative Forza Italia (Forward Italy), led by former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi.
Ms Tekle says black people in Italy regularly experience racist violence, police harassment and discrimination, and the rise of far-right antiimmigration parties has “normalised” racism. But, she adds, most Italians grow up with the attitude that racism is not that serious in their“Theycountry.always say it’s ‘ignorance’ or something else. They don’t want to admit that there is racism in Italy. They always say America or the UK is worse.”
Kenya election result: William Ruto wins presidential poll
Deputy President William Ruto has been declared the winner of Kenya’s presidential election amid dramatic scenes. He narrowly beat his rival, Raila Odinga, taking 50.5% of the vote, according to the official results. The announcement was delayed amid scuffles and allegations of vote-rigging by Mr Odinga’s campaign.Fourof the seven members of the electoral commission refused to endorse the result, saying it was“We“opaque”.cannot take ownership of the result that is going to be announced because of the opaque nature of this last phase of the general election,” said Juliana Cherera, the vice-chairperson of Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). “We are going to give a comprehensive statement... and again we urge Kenyans to keep calm,” she added. Mr Odinga’s party agent earlier alleged that there were “irregularities” and “mismanagement” in the election. This was the first time Mr Ruto, 55, had run for president. He has served as deputy president for 10 years, but fell out with President Uhuru Kenyatta, who backed Mr Odinga to succeed him. The 77-year-old former prime minister, who got 48.8% of the vote, was running for president for the fifth time. Electoral commission chairman Wafula Chebukati said he had done his duty despite receiving threats. “We have walked the journey of ensuring that Kenyans get a free, fair and credible election. It has not been an easy journey - right now two of my commissioners and the CEO are injured,” he said. In his speech, President-elect Ruto thanked the electoral commission for overseeing the election. “It is a wonderful evening… all sovereign power belongs to the people of Kenya,” Mr Ruto said, calling Mr Chebukati a “hero” and dismissing the other commissioners’ dissent of his win as “a sideMrshow”.Ruto said he wanted to be a president of all, and for the country to focus on the future. “To those who have done many things against us, I want to tell them there’s nothing to fear. There will be no vengeance. We do not have the luxury to In our series of letters from African journalists, Ismail Einashe writes that many black people in Italy feel that racism is not taken seriously. For Italian-Eritrean filmmaker and podcaster Ariam Tekle, there is no doubt that the recent killing of a disabled Nigerian street vendor, Alika Ogorchukwu, in Italy was a “racist murder”.Thisis despite the fact that local police have ruled out racism as a motive for the 39-yearold’s killing in the seaside town of Civitanova Marche.Hewas reportedly selling handkerchiefs when he was chased and beaten to death. None of those who witnessed the broad daylight attack appeared to intervene. A suspect - a white man named as Filippo Claudio Giuseppe Ferlazzo - has been ordered to remain in jail as the investigation continues. A police investigator said Mr Ogorchukwu was attacked after the trader’s “insistent” requests to the suspect and his partner for spare change. Nevertheless, his horrific murder - caught on video - has firmly put the spotlight on racism in Italy.In2016 another Nigerian man, Emmanuel Chidi Namdi, was killed after defending his wife from racist abuse in the town of Fermo in centralTwoItaly.years later, a far-right extremist shot six African migrants in a drive-by attack in a town about 25km (15.5 miles) from where Mr Ogorchukwu was killed. When the police arrested him, he was wrapped in the Italian flag shouting “Viva l’Italia”, telling police he wanted to “kill them all”.In fact this region of Le Marche has been governed since 2020 by the far-right party Fratelli d’Italia (Brothers of Italy).
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Beauty Davis, a young Nigerian who worked as a dishwasher in a restaurant in Calabria in the south of Italy, was allegedly slapped after she demanded her wages. “She just asked to be paid, but she was attacked. I don’t think a white woman would have been attacked,” Ms Reyna says.
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The leaders of Zimbabwe, Ethiopia and Somalia have congratulated Mr Ruto. Analysts believe that Mr Odinga is likely to challenge the result. The Kenyan Supreme Court annulled the last election - it might have to make another big decision in a few weeks.
The relevant exercises and training were open, transparent, professional, and followed domestic and international laws as well as international practice, Tan said.
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Another pro-Kremlin war reporter, called Kotenok, wrote on Telegram: “A strike was carried out on one of the Wagner PMC locations in Popasna. Sources in Donbas confirm that. Probably ‘Himars’. Ukrainian sources report the death of Prigozhin - we don’t confirm that.”
China releases white paper on Taiwan question and reunification of China in new era
The white paper begins by reaffirming that “Taiwan is part of China” as an “indisputable fact.” Taiwan has belonged to China since ancient times. This statement has a sound basis in history and jurisprudence, according to the white paper. The UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 is a political document encapsulating the one-China principle whose legal authority leaves no room for doubt and is acknowledged worldwide, says the white paper.It says the one-China principle represents the universal consensus of the international community; it is consistent with the basic norms of international relations.China’s national rejuvenation, a historical inevitability The white paper also gives a comprehensive summary of the CPC’s resolute efforts, major achievements and precious experience in promoting China’s complete reunification. It also gives a systematic elaboration on the CPC and the Chinese government’s principles and policies in advancing national reunification in the new era and portrayed the bright prospects after the peaceful reunification is achieved under “One Country, Two Systems.” National reunification in the new era Noting that national reunification is an essential step toward national rejuvenation, the white paper highlights that the future of Taiwan lies in China’s reunification, and the well-being of the people in Taiwan hinges on the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. National reunification by peaceful means is the first choice of the CPC and the Chinese government in resolving the Taiwan question, as it best serves the interests of the Chinese nation as a whole, including the compatriots in Taiwan, and it works best for the long-term stability and development of China, says the white paper.
On Telegram, Governor Hayday wrote that Ukrainian forces “hit an enemy HQ whose whereabouts were established thanks to a Russian“Thisjournalist”.time,the successful strike destroyed the Wagner PMC HQ in Popasna yesterday,” he said. He added that “the number of dead is being clarified”. The Ukrainian daily Ukrainska Pravda reports that a pro-Kremlin Russian journalist, Sergei Sreda, revealed the Wagner HQ in a Telegram post on 8 August. He posted photos of his visit to the HQ and a sign in one of them identified its address as Mironovskaya 12, Popasna.Thepost was later removed, but copies are circulating on social media. Popasna lies just south of Severodonetsk in Luhansk region, which Russian forces now entirely control, following months of bitter fighting and huge destruction.
PLA Eastern Theater Command successfully completes military drills around Taiwan Ukraine hits Russian Wagner mercenary HQ in east
C hina published a white paper titled “The Taiwan Question and China’s Reunification in the New Era” on Wednesday, elaborating the fact that Taiwan is part of China and stressing that realizing China’s complete reunification is a shared aspiration of the Chinese nation. The white paper was released amid high tension across the Taiwan Straits.
Source: CGTN Ukrainian artillery has struck a headquarters of Russia’s shadowy Wagner paramilitary group of mercenaries in eastern Ukraine, reports say. The extent of damage to the military base of the group - which has been linked to war crimes - is not Luhansk’sclear. governor claims its secret location was revealed after a Russian journalist shared its address.Lastweek, pro-Kremlin correspondent Sergei Sreda posted a photo on Telegram of the base with its apparent address. The image, shared on the social media site but since deleted, shows five people in military uniform with a street sign in Popasna, Luhansk visible in the top left corner. The BBC has not been able to confirm whether the strike, which has been reported by both the Ukrainian Luhansk governor and proKremlin war reporters, was initiated as a result of theTheimage.Wagner group was deployed to Crimea and Ukraine’s Donbas region in 2014, when Kremlin-backed forces ousted Ukrainian troops from areas they later declared to be part of Russia.Wagner units have also been sent to Syria, Libya, Mali and the Central African Republic. The Kremlin does not acknowledge Wagner’s existence, but Western intelligence links the group to Yevgeny Prigozhin - nicknamed “Putin’s chef” because his catering business has long helped President Vladimir Putin and the armed forces. Mr Prigozhin, like many other Russian officials, is subject to Western sanctions. Wagner is known as a PMC - private military company. But they are state-sponsored mercenaries who act in the Kremlin’s interests, Western experts say. They have been accused of repeated war crimes and human rights abuses.
Ukrainian forces now have several of the US Himars (High Mobility Artillery Rocket System), which fire rockets capable of hitting Russian targets far behind the front lines. Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Honcharenko wrote on Facebook: “There is no more Wagner HQ in Popasna. Thank you, Himars and the Armed Forces of Ukraine!” Some Ukrainian reports implicate Wagner in the Olenivka prison fire on 29 July which killed dozens of Ukrainian prisoners-of-war. Russia blamed Ukrainian forces, saying they had shelled the prison, about 20km (12.5 miles) from Donetsk. The circumstances of the inferno remain unclear.BBC A si A
The military operations of the PLA around the Taiwan Island were righteous and necessary countermeasures to defend national sovereignty and territorial integrity, Tan Kefei, a spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense said Wednesday.Theoperations also acted as a deterrent against the “Taiwan independence” separatist forces’ collusion with external forces in making provocations, said the ministry’s spokesperson.
U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi recently made a provocative visit to China’s Taiwan region in disregard of China’s strong opposition and serious representations.Taiwanispart
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The Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army held military drills around the Taiwan Island, China, from August 4 to 7, 2022. /CFP
The Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has accomplished all tasks in the series of joint military operations carried out recently in the waters and airspace around the Taiwan Island, a spokesperson with the Command said Wednesday. The operations involving troops of multiple services effectively tested the armed forces’ integrated combat ability, said Shi Yi, a spokesperson with the Command. The Command will closely follow the development of the situation across the Taiwan Straits, continue to carry out military training for war preparedness, and organize normalized combat-readiness security patrols in the Taiwan Straits to defend China’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, Shi said. The military operations around the Taiwan Island began on the night of August 2, when Nancy Pelosi, speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, made a provocative visit to China’s Taiwan region, disregarding repeated warnings from the Chinese side. The visit infringed on China’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, violated the one-China principle and provisions in the three China-U.S. joint communiques, affected the political foundation of China-U.S. relations and undermined peace and stability across the Taiwan Straits.The rocket force under the Command launched multiple types of conventional missiles targeting designated maritime areas to the east of the Taiwan Island, while the army conducted precision strikes on specific areas in the eastern part of the Taiwan Straits, according to Shi. Over the past few days, troops from the Navy, Air Force, Rocket Force, Strategic Support Force and Logistic Support Force under the Eastern Theater Command conducted joint exercises and training in the waters and airspace off the northern, southwestern and southeastern coasts of the island, including operations of joint blockade, assault on ground and sea targets, airspace control, joint anti-submarine drills, and integrated logistics and Thesupport.armed forces’ integrated combat ability has been improved and their readiness in contingency response tested, Shi said. New armaments including stealth fighters, multiple launch rocket systems and YY-20 refueling aircraft were used in the operations.
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Kenya’s Deputy President William Ruto has defied the odds by winning the fiercely contested presidential election in East Africa’s powerhouse. His victory was narrow, stunning, and highly controversial as four of the seven members of the electoral commission rejected the result amid claims of Thererigging.werechaotic scenes inside the main tallying centre. Scuffles broke out around the podium as the head of the commission, Wafula Chebukati, was seemingly about to announce the results.Mr Chebukati later returned to declare Mr Ruto the winner, and insisted that the election was free and fair. The official results show that Mr Ruto gained ground in the strongholds of Raila Odinga, his main opponent. He also won by a landslide in Mount Kenya - the political heartland of Mr Odinga’s running-mate Martha Karua and the outgoing President Uhuru Kenyatta. This helped swing the election in Mr Ruto’s favour.He was the underdog or, as he preferred to call himself, the “hustler”, fighting what he saw as an attempt by two of Kenya’s biggest political dynasties - the Odingas and Kenyattas - to hang on to power. This narrative struck a chord with many young Kenyans. The 55 year old trailed in opinion polls, and faced a formidable opponent - Mr Odinga - who, in an extraordinary development, was backed by his long-time rival, President Kenyatta. The president will now have to swallow his pride and hand over the reins of power to his deputy - a man he labelled during the campaign as “untrustworthy”.Allthisisconditional on the result being genuine - and not rigged as Mr Odinga’s supporters allege. Their position has been bolstered by the majority of election commissioners saying they cannot take “ownership” of the result, but Mr Chebukati was adamant that it reflected the will of Kenyans.“Istand before you despite intimidation and harassment. I have done my duty according to the laws of the land,” Mr Chebukati said. There is no doubt that Mr Ruto’s narrow margin of victory - and the split within the commission - shows that the nation is divided. How Mr Ruto constitutes his government will determine whether the country will be reunited.With ethnicity a major factor in Kenyan politics, Mr Ruto will have to ensure his government is representative of Kenya’s main ethnic groups - especially the Luo community of Mr Odinga.ALuohas never occupied the presidency in Kenya’s history, and the community is bound to feel marginalised and aggrieved following the declaration that Mr Ruto - who comes from the Kalenjin ethnic group - had won. Mr Ruto was magnanimous in his victory speech, saying he would work with “all leaders” and would strive to ensure the nation was “united andHeprosperous”.saidhehad reached out to Mr Odinga before the announcement and they agreed that whatever the outcome, they should have a conversation.MrOdinga has not yet spoken, but he stayed away from the official announcement of the result.Itis not yet clear whether he will challenge the result in court, as he has done in the past. He has lost four previous elections. This was seen as his best chance of winning as Mr Kenyatta campaigned heavily for him, urging voters not to cast their ballots for Mr Ruto. Mr Kenyatta conceded during the campaign that he had broken a pact to back Mr Ruto in this election. He justified it by comparing his deputy to a co-driver who threw things out of a vehicle while the driver was busy steering it.
As far as Mr Ruto is concerned, Mr Kenyatta campaigned for Mr Odinga because he wanted a “puppetAgedpresident”.77,itisunclear whether Mr Odinga will run for the presidency for a sixth time in the next election in 2027. Mr Ruto, one of the country’s biggest maize farmers, has won at his first stab at the presidency - and will be Kenya’s second-youngest president after President Kenyatta won in 2013 aged 50. He is a powerful orator - becoming involved in politics two decades ago in the youth wing of the then-ruling party - and drew huge crowds during the campaign. He has managed to eat into Mr Odinga’s strongholds in the coastal, western and northeastern parts of the country. His victory is all the more remarkable as he won by a landslide in Mr Kenyatta’s backyard of Mount Kenya, the heartland of the Kikuyu people who are the largest voting bloc in Kenya. Mr Ruto’s party also took a huge majority of seats in the region in elections for parliament, the senate and the governor’s post, ousting Mr Kenyatta’s Jubilee party. In the presidential vote, he even trounced Mr Odinga in the constituencies of both Ms Karua and Mr SupportersKenyatta.of Mr Ruto in Mount Kenya who spoke to the BBC before the elections said they felt the need to honour the 2013 pact to pay back his backing for their son Mr Kenyatta. It is a humiliating setback for Mr Kenyatta, who now leaves office with his reputation tarnished among his own Kikuyu people. His own cousin, who chairs an association of elders, said they would back Mr Ruto. The win will be lauded by many young people, who formed the majority of his supportbase.Mr Ruto coined the phrase “Hustler Nation” to refer to the young people struggling to make ends meet, and promised a “bottom-up approach” to the economy, saying it will benefit the poor.Hewill now have to deliver on his promise. It will be a difficult task as the official rate of unemployment among those aged between 18 and 34 years is nearly 40%, and the economy is not creating enough jobs to absorb the 800,000 young people joining the workforce every year. BBC result: William Ruto defies the odds for victory “ Supporters of Mr Ruto in Mount Kenya who spoke to the BBC before the elections said they felt the need to honour the 2013 pact to pay back his backing for their son Mr Kenyatta.
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U-20 World Cup: Falconets qualify for quarter-final after Korea Republic triumph
By Amaechi Agbo N igeria’s U-20 girls, Falconets have reached the last eight of the ongoing 10th FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup finals in Costa Rica after another gutsy performance saw them collect all three points from Korea Republic in a 1-0 win in Alajuela on Sunday night The top-of-the-table clash was highly anticipated as both teams knew a win would take them to the tournament’s quarter-finals, both having won their respective first games of the tournament. Korea Republic were top of the log on goal difference, having defeated Canada 2-0, after the Falconets had beaten France 1-0 on Friday morning. There was little to choose between the two teams until midfielder Esther Onyenezide’s fierce curling shot flew past Yoonji Do for the only goal of the match in the 83rd minute. Hayeon Mu missed from a corner kick and Garam Chun hit the upright from a free-kick, but Nigeria managed to keep things tight at the back even as energetic Mercy Idoko, Onyenezide and Bashirat Amoo worked tirelessly in the middle. In the 54th minute, Onyenezide’s rasping shot from the right side was parried away by Do, and 10 minutes later, it was the turn of Oyono Omini, in goal for Nigeria, to parry away a fierce 25 –yard shot unleashed by EunyoungEffervescentLee.
midfielder Onyenezide would have the last word, curling a fierce shot past Do with only seven minutes to go to send Africa’s best team into the quarter-finals.TheFalconets still have to play Canada in the early hours of Thursday, but they surely would already be looking at possible quarter-final opponents from Group D. Cup holders Japan, The Netherlands, USA and Africa’s other flagbearers Ghana make up Group D. Nigeria Vs South Korea match on Sunday in Costa Rica
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Taking off from Premier League on Sunday, Super Eagles striker, Taiwo Awoniyi scored a historic goal for his side Nottingham Forest in their 1-0 home win against West Ham United. Awoniyi scored his first goal for his new club and his club’s first premier league goal for the season in added time of first half Although he was subbed off in the 71st minute, he was a constant tormentor in West Ham’s backline On Saturday, fellow compatriot, Joe Aribo scored his first goal for his new club, Southampton in their 2-2 comeback draw against Leeds United. Aribo who joined the Saints from Rangers of Scotland came off the bench to score the first of their two goals in the draw at home Still in England, Alex Iwobi put up a good show as Everton went down to a 2-1 defeat against Aston Villa at the Villa Park on Saturday afternoon. Iwobi was in action for 90 minutes in the thrilling encounter. It is their second defeat in the league and a cause for Frank Lampard and his wads who escapade the drop last season.Kelechi Iheanacho and Wilfred Ndidi also were on the losing side on Saturday as Leicester City lost 4-2 to Arsenal at the Emirates.InItalian Serie A, Ademola Lookman scored his first goal for his new club, Atalanta in their win against Sampdoria. The winger left it late to score his debut goal for the club, coming off the bench in the second half to bag the club’s second goal in their 2-0 away win of Sampdoria in the Italian Serie A on Saturday. The winger took the place of Luis Muriel on 63rd Superminute.Eagles defender, Ola Aina played all 90 minutes as Torino defeated Monza 2-1 in Saturday’s night Serie A game. The Nigerian international did not put any foot wrong as he was solid at the back for TorinoInSpanish La Liga which got underway this weekend, Samuel Chukwueze provided an assist in Villarreal’s 3-0 away win at Real Valladolid on Saturday night Chukwueze took the place of Francis Coquelin in the 63rd minute.
Nigeria finishes fourth at African Beach Volleyball Championship
The winger set up Alex Baena’s second goal of the game nine minutes from time. Henry Onyekuru, Super Eagles winger, scored in second successive matches of the Turkish Super League, making it 2 out of 2. The second week of Turkish Super League saw Adana Demirspor host Demir Sivasspor, winning the tough fight 3-0 at the new Adana Stadium.Goals from Younes Belhanda in the 41st minute, Henry Onyekuru in the 51st minute and Akintola in the 70th minute sealed the home team the victory at full-time.
Eagles in Europe: Awoniyi, Aribo, Lookman, Onyekuru
Score; Iwobi, Ndidi, Iheanacho shine in defeats
Taiwo Awoniyi celebrates after scoring his first EPL goal against West Ham United on Sunday
There are indications that the 2022/2023 European Leagues season could be a successful one for Supper Eagles players who have started the new season in blistering fashion. From English Premier League in England, Serie A in Italy, La Liga in Spain and Turkish League in Turkey, Eagles players shone like stars and grabbed the headlines with scintillating performances
Bayelsa United refuse to return Aiteo Cup trophy over unpaid prize money
By Amaechi Agbo The President, Handball Federation of Nigeria, HFN, Mr Sam Ochehu was among the observers in Accra, Ghana’s capital on Saturday as the Handball Association of Ghana, HAG elected new executive membersInthe election conducted with observers from the African Handball Confederation, CAHB, Mr. Edward Patrick Nii Lante Bannerman was elected the new President of the Handball Association of BannermanGhanawon after polling 26 votes out of 37 from the delegates. His closest challenger, Mr. Paul Kofi Yesu polled 10 votes while one vite was voided Speaking after his victory, Mr. Bannerman urged losing aspirants to join the campaign to take handball in the country to greater heights.
The new president welcomed help from all stakeholders of the handball family as they look to host major competitions in the near future. “Handball in Ghana should be able to get to the level it is expected to be. “This is not a win for me, but for handball, and | will plead with everyone to come on board. Handball is a team sport and with you coming on board, | believe it would take a different shape in Ghana,” he said.Other members elected to spearhead the activities of the handball association for the next four years include Amma Frimpongmaa (2nd Vice President), William Ghartey (Executive Member), Philip Longdon (Executive Member), among others. There would be another election for the position of the 1st Vice President and Treasurer as both unopposed candidates couldn’t reach the majority threshold of 50 plus one.Speaking after the election, HFN President, Mr Ocheho commended HAG members for the peaceful conduct of the election and charged the new executive to be inclusive and encompassing as they discharge their duties.
HFN President, Sam Ocheho in Accra as Bannerman emerges new Ghana Handball President
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City FC players celebrating after scoring against FWC Champions on Saturday in AbujaHFN President, Sam Ocheho in Accra, Ghana over the weekend
By Amaechi Agbo The drama that has continued to envolve in the 2022 Federation Cup sponsored by Aiteo Group has taking another twist on Sunday as Champions Bayelsa United have allegedly refused to return the trophy they won last year. The Yenagoa-based Nigeria National League, NNL side won the 2021 Aiteo Cup on August 8, after defeating NPFL side Nasarawa United via penalty shoot-out following a 2-2 draw at the end of extra-time. Played at the Samuel Ogbemudia stadium in Benin City, Edo State, Bayelsa United won the penalty shootout 4-3 to win the trophy for the first time ever in their However,history.more than a year after, with controversy surrounding the continuation of the current competition, Bayelsa United have reportedly refused to return the trophy claiming that it had not received the ��25, 000, 000 (twenty-five million naira) prize meant for the cup.According to Osasu Obayiuwaana, the 2021 champions refused to return the trophy to the NFF over the latter’s failure to pay the prize“Ismoney.Bayelsa United, winner of last year’s Nigeria Federation Cup sponsored by Aiteo Group, refusing to
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By Amaechi Agbo Nigeria National League, NNL newcomers, City FC of Abuja are not leaving any stone unturned in their quest to pick a promotion ticket to the Nigeria Professional Football League, NPFL next season from the second tier league.The Abuja boys on Saturday thrashed visiting FWC Champions 3-0 in a local derby in the penultimate match of the season to sustain their promotional push Played inside Area 10 pitch in Abuja with sizeable number of fans, City FC dominated the game and their dominance got deserved reward from Godwin Fredrick who scored the opener in the 25th minute FWC Champions’ push to restore parity was made worse in the 41st minute when City winger Kenneth over run defender to send a pass to Osigwe for the second goal before the Osigwebreakcontinued from where he left it in the early moments of the second half in the 46th when City’s sustained pressure got the desired result and the last goal of the Theencounter.winhanded the Abuja-based side a huge three points and second place with 31 points from 17 matches. They are however 2 points below Northern Conference Group A leaders, El-kanemi Warriors with with a match left to be played. City will face Mighty Jets of Jos in the last match if the season and a win will give them greater chances of picking the sole ticket from the group provided result from other match involving El-kanemi Warriors favours them. return the trophy to the NFF because it is yet to be paid the prize money io ��25 million? “Really? What an absolute disgrace. Football governance in Nigeria is a total joke,” he twitted on Sunday. Is @bayelsautd1, winner of last year’s @AiteoCupNgr Federation Cup, sponsored by @Aiteo_Group, refusing to return the �� to @thenff, because it is yet to be paid the prize money of N25m? Really? �� What an absolute disgrace #Football governance in #Nigeria is a total joke. Findings by Best Choice Sports indicate that the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF has not paid the champions their prize money. A competent source in Bayelsa United told our correspondent that the club have not been paid their prize money for winning the 2021 Aiteo/Federation Cup. The source who spoke in confidence denied knowledge of the “refusal to return the cup” however stated that the NFF three weeks ago requested for the club’s bank account details adding that till date they have not heard from“Amthem.not aware of the refusal to return the trophy but what I can tell you is that they requested for our account about three weeks now. I believe that this money has been paid but someone held on to it,” the source said. The 2022 Aiteo/FA Cup has been engulfed in controversies as clubs recently boycotted the quarter-final matches. However, following a truce brokered between the affected clubs and the NFF, the competition is expected to continue on Saturday this week.
NNL: City FC Abuja thrash FWC Champions as NPFL promotion fight goes to last day
The Qatar World Cup opening match and ceremony slated to hold at the Al Bayt Stadium has been brought forward a day following a unanimous decision taken by FIFA. The 2022 Qatar World Cup will now get under way a day earlier than originally scheduled with the host nation facing Ecuador in the opening match on Sunday, November 20. The first match of the tournament between host country Qatar and Ecuador will kick off the tournament on 20 November; against the initial 21st while Senegal will now face the Netherlands at 7pm (4pm UK time) on 21TheNovemberchange is in line with the long-standing tradition of opening matches involving hosts or reigning champions.AFIFA statement released on Thursday said: “The decision followed an assessment of the competition and operational implications, as well as a thorough consultation process and an agreement with key stakeholders and the host country. “The release period, as previously decided and as governed by the Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players, will remain unchanged, beginning on 14 November 2022.
“Ticket holders will be duly notified by email that the relevant matches have been rescheduled and their tickets will remain valid irrespective of the new date/time.
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By Amaechi Agbo Nigeria Football Federation, NFF will earn a minimum of one million dollars (a minimum of ��420, 000, 000 as per CBN current rate) from the Confederation of Africa Football, CAF in 2023 The money which is part of the $100 million meant for the development of football, will be shared among the 54-member associations of CAF during the CAFyear President, Patrice Motsepe who disclosed this on Wednesday, said the money would be part of $100 million USD to be shared from the accruing financial benefits of the Africa Super League, ASL which takes off next year. Speaking during the launching of the ASL in Tanzania, Mostepe said the continent’s football umpire is committed to the development of football. “The CAF Executive Committee (“EXCO”) took a decision to launch the CAF Africa Super League in August 2022. This League will officially kick-off in August 2023. “We announced on 3 July 2022 that the total prize money of the CAF Africa Super League will be USD 100 million, with the winner receiving USD 11.5 million.“We intend paying each Member Association USD 1 million per annum from the CAF Africa Super League funds. “We also intend allocating USD 50 million to CAF from these funds for Youth and Women’s football development and for all its other competitions to ensure that they are globally competitive,” he said.On the importance of the ASL, Mr Motsepe said it would change the face of football in Africa “We are excited about the CAF Africa Super League and are confident that it will change the face and competitiveness of CAF and African football. “The Africa Super League is one of the most exciting developments in the history of African football and the objective in terms of what we are trying to achieve is very clear, number one is to make sure African club football is world class and competes with the best in the world. This about the future of African football, this is about African taking charge of its future.”
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Africa Super League: NFF to tarn N420 million from CAF next year
NFF President, Amaju Pinnick FIFA World Cup displayed.
“The leadership expertise of the sports ministry led by Mr. Sunday Dare, and also not forgetting the Nigeria Olympic Committee led by Engr.Habul Gumel,” he said. He urged all dports administrators in the country to set as priority, grassroot development; which according to him, remains the panacea to end the dearth of talents in Nigeria.
FIFA changes opening date of 2022 Qatar World Cup Mark Igoche hails Team Nigeria on Commonwealth Games feat
“In addition, FIFA will seek to address any issues arising from this change in a case-by-case basis.”
Enyimba International FC is the only Nigerian side that will participate in the maiden edition of the Africa Super League next year.
“The president of FIFA and also the presidents of the six FIFA confederations, and they have decided unanimously that, instead of the World Cup starting on Monday November 21 with the game between Senegal and Holland, the tournament is going to start the day before. “Sunday November 20, the first game is going to be at 7pm between the hosts Qatar and Ecuador and we’re also going to have the opening ceremony before that game. “It seemed a bit of a strange decision that the World Cup was due to start with a game between Senegal and Holland, and we weren’t going to have the opening ceremony until Qatar played later that day. “Of course it’s very controversial that the World Cup is being held in the middle of the season, as far as European football is concerned, but FIFA are saying a normal World Cup takes 32 days but this World Cup was originally going to take 28 days.“Now it’s going to take 29 days so it is still going to be a shorter World Cup. The other point to make is that this was a unanimous decision. Ecuador were playing the first game but the South American federation were in favour of it. “Holland’s game is now not going to be the first game but UEFA are in favour of this change as well. We kind of knew it was going to happen yesterday but people are still going to be unhappy about the World Cup being held in winter.”
World football governing body FIFA has announced a new date for the opening match of the 2022 World Cup holding in Qatar later this year
The President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation NBBF, Mr. Mark Igoche has hailed the wonderful feat achieved by team Nigeria in the just concluded Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, United Kingdom The Basketball administrator saluted the tenacity and doggedness displayed by the athletes, while commending the coaches for their technical knowhow which led Nigeria to finish strong.Mark in a statement on Monday in Abuja, commended officials of the sports ministry led by the Mr. Sunday Dare; and also, the Engr. Habul Gumel led Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) for their leadership expertise displayed before, and during the Queen’s game. “As a sports lover, let me commend the athletes who represented Nigeria at the just concluded Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, United Kingdom. I salute the tenacity and doggedness of the athletes, and not also forgetting the coaches, whose technical knowledge made Nigeria finish strong.
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members of the wider society, non-politicians and even institutions actively weighing in. It has seemingly polarized the country along Christian/Muslim divide. And it appears to me that those that are more angry about it are northern APC stalwarts that profess to be Christains who were hoping to be their party’s vice presidential running mate. Argument against same faith ticket at the national level is that as a heterogenous country, all interests should be brought onboard. Some rather extreme views have been expressed in railing against this combination with some stating that it is a prelude to a hidden islamization agenda.What we are experiencing currently is part of a fermentation process that would lead to a future, future, new world order of bliss in which Nigeria is divinely destined to play a leading role. Everything we shall go through now and in the nearest future would eventually lead to the goal. Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has indicated that it would direct ‘’Christians’’ through the churches not to vote any party with same faith ticket at the presidential election. All should be reminded that every human being is given free will by the Almighty Creator. It is an inherent part of the human spirit. It means we have the free will to make a decision. But once having exercised our free will, we are irrevocably bound to consequences of that decision. CAN and the other clerics should not order Christians to vote this way or that way, rather, they should urge them to vote according to their heart’s bidding in exercise of their free will. This applies to all electorate nationwide. courtesy call on and handshake with all his co-contestants saw everybody smiling again. However, Wike was said to have left Abuja to his Port Harcourt base the night before the public announcement having apparently gotten wind that he was not the chosen one against all expectations. Atiku Abubakar was said to have phoned the governor as well as sent emissaries to him. The Rivers governor and his loyalists remained aggrieved. They probably consider such moves condescending given Wike’s towering status in the party. Whereupon PDP’s Board of Trustees (BOT) chairman, Alhaji Walid Jibril now took matters into his hands by constituting a high-powered Committee made up of party stalwarts to be led by its presidential candidate and himself to go meet and ‘beg’ the governor. The meeting is slated to hold when Atiku returns from Dubai where he had gone for vacation and the Sallah festival. In the meantime, the misgiving over Okowa’s selection for the prime post continues to amplify. Rivers State governor through his action/inaction continues to give hints that he would not take his snubbing lightly. Some governors, party chieftains and ordinary members are literally lining up behind Wike. Those aligned to this camp are growing by the day. The agitation within the PDP has dovetailed into the bottled-up misgiving that a northerner in person of Atiku emerged as its flagbearer rather than it being zoned to the south. There is also the growing disaffection that the party’s three powerful positions, viz, the presidential candidate, national chairman and the BOT chairman are all from northern Nigeria. Thus, the PDP is now apparently divided into two camps, majorly along ethnic lines. It appears that simmering discontents within the party was burst open by Okowa’s nomination as vice presidential candidate. The camp of ‘malcontents’ are demanding replacement of OKowa with the Rivers state governor as well as replacement of the national chairman with a southerner to be assuaged. They say they are fighting against injustice. The bottom line is that the PDP may not be prosecuting its 2023 presidential project with a unity of purpose. Fences can still be mended though for miracles do still happen. The APC is facing a schism of a different kind, triggered also by nomination of its de jure vice presidential candidate in the person of Kashim Shettima. It is rooted in religion. Confirmation that APC is now fielding a Muslim/Muslim ticket for the 2023 presidential polls set tongues wagging. Both Asiwaju Bola Tinubu and Senator Shettima his running mate profess the Muslim faith. It has led to resignations by some party faithful. Whereas the wrangling in PDP is chiefly among its members, politicians, the dust stirred by APC’s same faith ticket has seen other
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Tuchel faces punishment as FA Investigates his comments against Taylor
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Chelsea Manager, Thomas Tuchel will in the coming days find out if he will serve more punishments or not as the English football authority, FA has launched investigation into his comments regarding Anthony Taylor’s handling of Chelsea vs Tottenham match on Sunday at Stamford Bridge Tottenham twice cam from behind to snatch a late equaliser against their London neighborhours in an ill-tempered match after controversial decisions by centre refereeTuchelTaylor.was deeply unhappy with the nature of Spurs’ two goals, the first of which came after Kai Havertz was challenged and the visitors broke. Later in the Premier League encounter, deep into added time, Cristian Romero avoided being sent off for violent conduct after replays showed him pulling Marc Cucurella’s hair during a Spurs corner. Adding to Chelsea’s fury, Tottenham equalised through Harry Kane through another corner just seconds later. Tuchel did not attempt to hide his anger with the match officials during his post-match press conference and admitted he “absolutely” shares the problem Blues fans have with Taylor. “I can assure you that it’s not just the fans, the whole dressing room thinks that,” the German said when asked if he was aghast with the refereeing decisions. “I cannot understand how the first goal is not a foul or how a player can be pulled by the hair during a corner. I am curious what the explanation is. Both [Tottenham] goals should not stand.” Tuchel, who was sent off at the end of the bad-tempered draw, suggested that the “whole (Chelsea) dressing room” had an issue with Taylor, adding: “I cannot coach but the referee can whistle the next game?”However, the FA has opened an investigation into Thomas Tuchel’s post-match comments regarding referee Anthony Taylor.
They are two distinct individuals, born and bred in opposite sides of our country with different careers. One is a medical doctor, the other an economist/ banker. They belong to parties with seemingly divergent ideologies, on paper at least. One belongs to a party that is said to be progressive and the other is in a party that is seen to be conservative. In reality the difference between their political parties is like six and half a dozen. Whereas one is of the ruling APC, the other is with the main opposition party. One is named Ifeanyi Okowa from Delta state in the south south zone of Nigeria and the other is Kashim Shetitma from Borno state, north east zone. They both once served as Commissioners in their respective states. One was a former governor, the other an incumbent governor, just as they were both elected into the upper legislative chamber as distinguished senators --- one formerly and the other currently. However, their latest political foray is taking on similar course in that it is having ripple effects on not just their respective parties but the nation at large. Their emergence as their parties’ vice-presidential candidates is tearing their parties apart and pitching Nigerians against one another, along primordial fault lines of religion and ethnicity. In fact, there are clamours for their replacement in some quarters. No sooner was Governor Okowa unveiled as running mate to the PDP presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, than some party chieftains cried foul. They averred that the position should go to Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State. According to them the committee set up by the party to choose a vice presidential candidate voted overwhelmingly for Wike while two others –Governor Okowa himself and Aka Ibom State’s Governor Emmanuel Udom came a distant second and third respectively. Apparently Atiku Abubakar a former vice president of the federal republic of Nigeria thought that a visit to Wike the next day after Okowa’s unveiling as his running mate for a tete a tete talk would pacify the governor and have everyone back on same page with him as happened during the presidential primary when a “ The APC is facing a schism of a different kind, triggered also by nomination of its de jure vice presidential candidate in the person of Kashim Shettima.
