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Violent Clash in Niger Republic Results in Casualties

21May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Violent Clash in Niger Republic Results in Casualties

Reports from the military government in Niger Republic have confirmed that a recent clash in a volatile region led to the deaths of seven soldiers and numerous terrorists associated with Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State. In a statement, the defence ministry disclosed that suspected jihadists launched an attack on a military base in Boni, located in the western Tillaberi region near Burkina Faso. During the skirmish, two individuals, including a civilian, sustained injuries, as reported on state television. The ministry stated that "several dozen terrorists" were eliminated, and their mode of transportation was also successfully destroyed. General Salifou Modi, the Defence Minister, reiterated the commitment of the defence and security forces to combat the ongoing terrorist threat in the...

Efforts to Address Conflict in the Niger Delta Region

21May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Efforts to Address Conflict in the Niger Delta Region

In a bid to tackle conflicts in the Niger Delta region, the Ministry of Niger Delta Development is partnering with the civil society organization, Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND). A statement by PIND's Executive Director, Tunji Idowu, revealed that the collaboration aims to implement the Niger Delta Regional Peacebuilding Strategy (NDRPS), employing a multi-stakeholder approach. Titled 'Advancing New Frontiers for Greater Impact,' the statement outlined various developmental interventions in the region, such as facilitating the electrification of healthcare centers and community engagement under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA). Despite prevailing socio-economic challenges like inflation and foreign exchange rate fluctuations affecting purchasing power,...

Olayemi Cardoso of CBN clarifies stance on revoking licenses of Moniepoint, Opay, and other fintech banks

21May

By Afolake IbidunNo Comments

Business

Olayemi Cardoso of CBN clarifies stance on revoking licenses of Moniepoint, Opay, and other fintech banks

During the Monetary Policy Committee meeting in Abuja that took place on Tuesday, the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, made it clear that the apex bank has not taken any action to revoke the licenses of Moniepoint, Opay, and other fintech banks operating within Nigeria. Cardoso emphasized that CBN is supportive of fintech companies, contrary to recent speculations. Following recent restrictions placed on OPay, Palmpay, Kuda Bank, and Moniepoint from onboarding new customers due to suspicions of their accounts being involved in illicit foreign exchange transactions, Cardoso highlighted the importance of enhancing financial regulations to prevent such occurrences. “It is important to strengthen regulatory measures within the sector to prevent any potential leakag...

MAJOR UPDATE: Mauricio Pochettino departs as Chelsea manager

21May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

MAJOR UPDATE: Mauricio Pochettino departs as Chelsea manager

According to Sky Sports, Mauricio Pochettino has left his role as Chelsea manager by mutual consent. Having joined Stamford Bridge just last summer on a two-year contract, the former Tottenham and PSG head coach guided the team to a sixth-place finish with a strong finish to the season. Reports suggest that Pochettino and Chelsea's owners, Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital, were unable to come to an agreement. Pochettino becomes Chelsea's sixth permanent manager within the span of five years, following the departures of Thomas Tuchel and Graham Potter last season, which led to Frank Lampard taking over on a temporary basis.

University of Benin Teaching Hospital to Conduct Mass Burial for 270 Unclaimed Corpses

21May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

University of Benin Teaching Hospital to Conduct Mass Burial for 270 Unclaimed Corpses

Plans are underway at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) to hold a mass burial for 270 unclaimed corpses if their owners do not come forward within the next six weeks, according to Dr. Ehizogie Egbeobauwaye Adeyemi, the coordinator of mortuary services at the hospital. Out of the total number of unclaimed bodies, 201 are infants and 69 are adults, as revealed by Dr. Adeyemi during an interview with journalists in Benin City. It was noted that the contact details provided by the owners of these corpses to the hospital are no longer valid or reachable. If the owners fail to claim the bodies within the stipulated six-week period, the hospital will proceed with the mass burial, as stated by Dr. Adeyemi. Reports from NewsNow highlighted that the hospital's manag...

Recent Findings: National Bureau of Statistics Reports a Surge in Petrol Price

21May

By Afolake IbidunNo Comments

Business

Recent Findings: National Bureau of Statistics Reports a Surge in Petrol Price

According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the average retail price of a liter of petrol saw a significant increase from N254.06 in April 2023 to N701.24 in April 2024. This information was disclosed in the NBS's Petrol Price Watch report for April 2024, which was published in Abuja earlier this week. In April 2024, the price of N701.24 reflected a 176.02% surge compared to the N254.06 price registered in April 2023. When comparing the average price from March 2024, there was a 0.64% increase from N696.79. Among the different states, Kogi had the highest average retail price per liter at N797.78, closely followed by Nasarawa and Zamfara at N778.89 and N754.29 respectively. On the contrary, Lagos, Niger, and Ogun had the lowest average retail prices at N633.75 and N647.14 ac...

NFVCB Urges Nollywood Stakeholders: Say No to Smoking and Money Rituals in Films

21May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

NFVCB Urges Nollywood Stakeholders: Say No to Smoking and Money Rituals in Films

Encouraging stakeholders in the Nollywood industry to prioritize creating films that are void of harmful elements, the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) emphasized the importance of avoiding scenes depicting smoking tobacco, criminal activities, money rituals, and other negative themes. Dr. Shaibu Husseini, the Executive Director of NFVCB, delivered this message during the National Stakeholders’ Engagement on Smoke-Free Nollywood in Enugu. He commended Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) for hosting the event as part of their corporate social responsibility within Nigeria’s creative sector. Highlighting the significant role of the film industry in entertainment and creativity, Dr. Husseini stressed the need to prioritize its advancement. Referri...

NFVCB Urges Nollywood Industry Stakeholders to Avoid Depicting Smoking and Money Rituals

21May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

NFVCB Urges Nollywood Industry Stakeholders to Avoid Depicting Smoking and Money Rituals

Stakeholders in the Nollywood industry have been urged by the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) to ensure that harmful substances such as smoking tobacco, criminal acts, ritual killings, and money rituals are not depicted or glamourized in films, musical videos, and other forms of media. Dr. Shaibu Husseini, the Executive Director of NFVCB, delivered this message during the National Stakeholders’ Engagement on Smoke-Free Nollywood event held in Enugu. In his address, he applauded Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) for organizing the event as part of their corporate social responsibility efforts in Nigeria's creative industry. Dr. Husseini emphasized the pivotal role of the film industry in the entertainment and creative sector, stressing the imp...

NFVCB Urges Nollywood Stakeholders to Avoid Portraying Smoking and Money Rituals in Films

21May

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

Entertainment

NFVCB Urges Nollywood Stakeholders to Avoid Portraying Smoking and Money Rituals in Films

In a bold move, the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has called on stakeholders in the Nollywood industry to ensure that their films and musical videos do not depict or glamorize harmful substances such as tobacco smoking, criminal activities like ritual killings, and money rituals. During the National Stakeholders’ Engagement on Smoke-Free Nollywood event held in Enugu, the Executive Director of NFVCB, Dr. Shaibu Husseini, emphasized the importance of promoting a healthy and responsible portrayal of content in the creative sector. Dr. Husseini praised Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) for organizing the event as part of their corporate social responsibility efforts in Nigeria’s entertainment industry. He highlighted the significant role of t...

The call for resignation to Ganduje by APC group

21May

By Obi UgochuwkuNo Comments

Politics

The call for resignation to Ganduje by APC group

Abdullahi Ganduje, the embattled national chairman of the All Progressive Congress, APC, has been urged by the Forum of Stakeholders to step down from his position. In an interview with journalists in Jos on Tuesday, Alhaji Saleh Zazzaga, the North-Central chairman of the forum, advised that Ganduje should consider resigning. The forum raised concerns about the various demands for Ganduje's removal from office and highlighted that his insistence on holding onto his position could have negative implications for the party. Questioning the decisions of the North-West party stakeholders who expressed confidence in Ganduje, Zazzaga emphasized that such support could only lead to confusion within the party's ranks. Highlighting the numerous votes of no confidence passed against Ganduje in h...