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MFM cautions against mischievious attacks against Olukoya
The Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) on Sunday advised media houses to stop what it called vicious attacks on its general overseer, Dr. Daniel Olukoya, and warned that publications that shunned its advice run the risk of being dragged to court for libel. The warning, which was contained in a statement by Collins Edomaruse, media aide to Dr. Olukoya, is sequel to one of such attacks by an online news medium, https://IK.phx.ninja/Nkup, on July 19, 2020.
Boko Haram: Amnesty International as NGO Wing
By Israel Abiodun That the Boko Haram crisis in Nigeria has lingered is a function of various factors. There has been an unimaginable level of conspiracy against the Nigerian Military from multiple quarters. From those that have been benefiting from the heist, down to those that have used the insurgency as a means to achieving political gains. To say that the actions of these groups and individuals are despicable would be an understatement.
The Negative Sides of Organized Labour Struggle over Minimum Wage - By Jerome -Mario Utomi * 247ureports.com
Home / Guest Viewpoint / The Negative Sides of Organized Labour Struggle over Minimum Wage – By Jerome -Mario Utomi It appears that Alex Gourevitch, Professor at Brown University, had the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), in mind, when he stated that; every liberal democracy recognizes that workers have the right to strike; that such right is protected in law and sometimes in the constitution itself.
Walking The Continuity Road: The Obiano Example – By Ifeanyi Afuba * 247ureports.com
Home / Guest Viewpoint / Walking The Continuity Road: The Obiano Example – By Ifeanyi Afuba A notable contributor to the modest impact of Nigerian governments in the provision of social infrastructure would be the failure of some actors to recognise that government is a continuum.
Buhari and where Nigeria still got it right
By Israel Abiodun The recent verdict by the Elections Petitions Tribunal affirming the victory of President Muhammadu Buhari at the general elections is an indication that Nigerians indeed got it right in casting their ballots overwhelmingly for President Muhammadu Buhari for another four years in office. Whether we like it or yes, President Muhammadu Buhari has done what no president in the annals of the democratic dispensation in Nigeria has done. He has shown what it means to have integrity.
HURIWA And Onwubiko’s Normalization Of Ethnic Bigotry - aljazirahnews
By Israel Abiodun The National Coordinator of Human Rights Writers Association, HURIWA, Emmanuel Onwubiko has apparently gotten a new lease of life. Those who may not know him well enough would be unaware that the enforced silence, seen on his part, in recent times has nothing to do with retreating for introspection, which would have been a good thing since that would have imposed a period of coerced reasoning on him, something he appears incapable of.
NASENI And PMB’s Endorsement Of Selfless Service
An irritating and resentful character of leaders in executive positions in Nigeria is to ridicule and despise Nigerians or politicians in rival political camps. For successor Presidents, their first official action in office is always to vengefully sack appointees of the preceding government. Little attention is paid to commitment and performance in office.
Restoring The Global Image Of The Nigerian Army
Even in the midst of the many national distractions and high politics in the country, one man have earned himself the right to receive accolades for his contributions towards ensuring that order emerged out of scenarios that were once predicted to only end doom for Nigeria. The man is no other than Lieutenant General Tukur Yusuf Buratai, the Chief of Army Staff, who has made the unwavering commitment to give Nigeria an Army that meets world standard.
Restoring The Global Image Of The Nigerian Army
Even in the midst of the many national distractions and high politics in the country, one man have earned himself the right to receive accolades for his contributions towards ensuring that order emerged out of scenarios that were once predicted to only end doom for Nigeria. The man is no other than Lieutenant General Tukur Yusuf Buratai, the Chief of Army Staff, who has made the unwavering commitment to give Nigeria an Army that meets world standard.
Redoubling effort in anti-insurgency battle
President Muhammadu Buhari knows the appealing burden of leadership. Anywhere a leader finds him, there are huge responsibilities and enormous expectations, no matter how infinitesimal the position entrusted to him. Buhari knows a leader who sets his eyes on honest and dedicated leadership finds the burden of leading less cumbersome. Such leaders take the right decisions; opt for the right choices and do not falter before the antics of detractors.
Nigeria: Redoubling Effort in Anti-Insurgency Battle
By Israel AbiodunPresident Muhammadu Buhari knows the appealing burden of leadership. Anywhere a leader finds him, there are huge responsibilities and enormous expectations, no matter how infinitesimal the position entrusted to him. Buhari knows a leader who sets his eyes on honest and dedicated leadership finds the burden of leading less cumbersome. Such leaders take the right decisions; opt for the right choices and do not falter before the antics of detractors.
Borno IDPs Camps Record 701 Fresh Cases Of Cholera - leadership.ng
No fewer than 701 fresh cases of cholera epidemic were recorded at various Internally Displaced persons ( IDPs) camps in Maiduguri and other local government areas of Borno State between Friday last week to Monday .
Medical Education: Thompson & Grace Medical University Attracts Capacity Building - leadership.ng
Thompson & Grace Investment Ltd (TGIL), signed an MOU in the week with the University of Hamburg, UKE, Germany to design and operate the proposed Thompson & Grace Medical University and Thompson & Grace Specialty Hospital, sited in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Photo shows from L-R: Prof. Dr. Dr. med.
Over 4 Continents To Headline International Festival Of Arts, Culture And Poetry - leadership.ng
The International Festival of Arts, Culture and Poetry will host Artistes, Poets and Cultural Organisations from more than 7 Countries in Africa and 4 Continents in the World for an historic event which will feature exhibitions, award presentations, rhythmic spoken word poetry mixed with cultural displays, fashion showcase and musical performances by both legendary musicians and young artists.
JAMB Begins Sales Of 2017 Direct Entry, Foreign Candidates’ Forms July 10 – Official - leadership.ng
The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) will begin the sale of the 2017 Direct Entry forms and registration of foreign candidates on July 10. JAMB’s Head of Public Relations Fabian Benjamin made this known in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Bwari, FCT, on Monday. Benjamin said the process of registration for the Direct Entry was spelt out in the just concluded Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
Buhari Should Be allowed To Go For Second Term – Kwankwaso - leadership.ng
Former Kano State governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, who now represents Kano Central Senatorial District in the Senate, speaks on a wide range of national issues. He spoke to MUYIWA OYINLOLA Should the presidency remain in the North or power should shift to the South in 2019 because you are one those who led the agitation for power to return to the North in the last political dispensation? In this game, one has to try and be a team player.
PHN/ARC: Why Effective Medicine Supply Chain Management Is Required In Nigeria - leadership.ng
An efficient and effective supply chain management of medicine can help create an enabling environment for local manufacturers and other key stakeholders within the public and private sectors who come together to learn more about the local pharma¬ceutical manufacturing industry and also to map out strategies on handling its challenges.
CLO Seek Release of Legal Practitioner from Police Cell in A’Ibom - leadership.ng
The civil liberty organization in Akwa Ibom has called on the state commissioner of Police Mr. Donald Awunah to obey the order of a Federal High Court sitting in Uyo and ensure the release of one Augustine Edet, a legal practitioner who was arrested by the Akwa Ibom Police Command on June 12. The release order was issued by Justice Futun Riman on Friday after entertaining the case brought before him by Barr Clifford Thomas, Counsel to the detained lawyer.
Muslims, Christians Tasked On Religious Coexistence - leadership.ng
Traditional title holder and District Head of Barnawa in Kaduna State Mal. Kabiru Zubairu has called on Muslims and Christians to shun all forms of religious acrimony embrace peace, live together as brothers and sisters. Alh.
DMO: Giving Nigerians A Bond - leadership.ng
Hawking is a familiar word in Nigeria that immediately connotes the streets. It is the vocation of a majority of the masses of the country. Nearly everything is hawked on the streets of our cities, from sachet water to household items. There is something for everyone who wishes to buy while trekking, driving or commuting home after work. The wares are usually cheaper than the price tags you find in the supermarkets and big stores.
Two Years Gone: Power Sector Timeline Under Present Administration - leadership.ng
The coming on board of the President Muhammadu Buhari-led APC government two years ago on the 29th May, 2015 was received by Nigerians in an aura of joy and hope as a dawn of a new era of socioeconomic recovery and prosperity. The power sector as a major component of the economy has witnessed a chain of activities under this administration as it strives to turn it around for the benefit of all Nigerians.
Sesame Farming In Africa: The Little Seeds With Big Potential - leadership.ng
Sesame is popular amongst African farmers and is commonly referred to as the ‘survivor’ plant – it can resist drought where other crops fail and it doesn’t require much fertiliser making it less expensive to cultivate. It is this remarkable drought resistance, requiring 66 percent less water than grain sorghum and an impressive 75 percent less water than corn to cultivate, that makes it noteworthy of its tag as the ‘survivor plant’.
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Transparency International’s Distorted Verdict On Nigeria - leadership.ng
Transparency International (TI) has stoked the fresh flames of the overt conspiracy on Nigeria and the distortion of the country, which has become the delight of some international organizations. They see nothing positive about Nigeria. They paint it as black and evil or as a nation incapable of achieving nothing. The forecast doom and are cynical about the effect of reforms or positive landmarks in the country.
Nigeria: Transparency International's Distorted Verdict On Nigeria
By Israel AbiodunTransparency International (TI) has stoked the fresh flames of the overt conspiracy on Nigeria and the distortion of the country, which has become the delight of some international organizations. They see nothing positive about Nigeria. They paint it as black and evil or as a nation incapable of achieving nothing. The forecast doom and are cynical about the effect of reforms or positive landmarks in the country.
The New Face Of NHIS - leadership.ng
It is an easy deduction that when a nation’s economy progresses, its health also improves but the less obvious reasoning is the fact that the reverse also holds as much true. Another less obvious fact about good health especially in a developing country is the fact that affordability of healthcare if not more than, is as important as availability. Very early into Nigeria’s independence, the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) took a center stage with the then Minister of Health, Dr. M. A.
Nigeria: Buhari - a President and His Covenant With God
opinion By Israel AbiodunDestiny has a strong influence in the shape of the affairs of men and nations. Theologians believe only God Almighty determines and divinely controls any outing of destiny at any phase in time and history. And God works in mysterious ways. Even the great seer, Nostradamus cannot challenge the potency and efficacy of God on matters of fate and existence.
Nigeria has no Shiites to be classified as terrorists | News Ghana
Some Nigerians are really of queer breed. They act, reason and attempt to curry support on issues and matters that are completely in dissonance with the virtues of truthfulness, patriotism and commonsense. A perusal of the published article with the title, “Zaria Massacre is an Act of State Terrorism,” authored by Abdulmumin Giwa, apparently, a pen pusher, terrorists sympathizer and a disoriented soul, mocks the tenets of sanity.
No Shiites! Nigeria Is Not A Terrorists Nation |
Some Nigerians are really of queer breed. They act, reason and attempt to curry support on issues and matters that are completely in dissonance with the virtues of truthfulness, patriotism and commonsense. A perusal of the published article with the title, “Zaria Massacre is an Act of State Terrorism,” authored by Abdulmumin Giwa, apparently, a pen pusher, terrorists sympathizer and a disoriented soul, mocks the tenets of sanity.
ECOWAS Community Court Of Justice Gets New President
ECOWAS Community Court of Justice on Saturday in Abuja elected Justice Jérôme Traoré from Burkina Faso as its new President. This is contained in a press statement issued by the court through Mr Sunny Ugoh, the head of the information department of ECOWAS. The statement said that Jérôme took over from Justice Maria Do Céu Silva who just served out her two-year tenure.
19 Die In Ogun Auto Crash
No fewer than 19 persons lost their lives in an auto crash that occurred on Sunday along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the accident occurred at about 1 p.m. around Fidiwo/Ajebo axis of the road. Mr Babatunde Akinbiyi, the Public Relations Officer of Ogun Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE), confirmed the accident.
Aisha Buhari Donates Relief Materials To IDPs In Borno
The wife of the president, Hajiya Aisha Buhari on Sunday, donated food and other items to additional 800 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Borno. Mrs Buhari was represented in Maiduguri by the wife of governor of Borno, Hajiya Nana Shettima, who is also the Chairperson of the Distribution of the relief materials. She explained that the gesture was part of the Future Assured Humanitarian Activities of the Mrs Buhari to assist the poor in the society.
Obaseki, Edo APC Governorship Candidate, Calls For Unity Among Party Members
Mr Godwin Obaseki, winner of the Edo APC governorship primary election, on Sunday appealed to other contestants to join him in ensuring victory for the party in the Sept. 10 election. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Obaseki polled 1,618 votes to defeat 11 other contestants. In his acceptance remarks, Obaseki said the victory was a collective one which required cooperation of all to succeed.
Edo APC Primaries: Obaseki Emerges Party Flag Bearer
Mr Godwin Obaseki on Sunday emerged as the All Progressives Congress’ (APC) governorship candidate for the Sept. 10 election in Edo. Gov. Aminu Masari of Katsina State, leader of the party’s national delegation that conducted the primary election, announced the results in Benin. Masari said Obaseki scored 1,618 votes to defeat his 11 other opponents.
We Will Automate Payment Process In NIMASA - Peterside
In line with its restructuring programme, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) is set to automate its payment system for greater efficiency and eliminate revenue leakages. This is contained in a statement by the Head of Corporate Communication Team in NIMASA, Hajia Lami Tumaka, which was made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).on Sunday in Lagos.
Alleged Forgery: My Hands Are Clean, Says Ekweremadu
The Deputy President of the Senate, Ike Ekweremadu, has exonerated himself from the alleged forgery of the Senate Standing Order 2011. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mr Uche Anichukwu on Sunday in Abuja. Ekweremadu was reacting to his purported invitation by the police and the charges reportedly preferred against him before a Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja.
Edo APC Primaries: My Victory, A Collective One - Obaseki
Mr Godwin Obaseki, winner of Saturday’s All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primaries in Edo State, said his victory was a collective one for him, his co-contestants and the delegates. In the result of the primaries announced in the early hours of Sunday at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin city, venue of the exercise, Obaseki scored 1,618 votes to clinch victory.
JUST IN: President Buhari Arrives Nigeria
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Ebonyi Pays N87.1m IFAD’s Counterpart Fund
The Ebonyi Government on Sunday said it had paid N87.1million as one year counterpart fund to the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) to boost rice production. Mr Sunday Ituma, the state Programme Coordinator of IFAD disclosed this in Abakaliki at the conclusion of its national office assessment of some rice production and processing clusters across the state.
PMB To Arrive Abuja Airport At 5pm Today
President Muhammadu Buhari is set to arrive Abuja airport at about 5:00pm today, Sunday after a 15 day vacation in London. LEADERSHIP recalls that the presidency had released a statement on June 5 to the effect that President Buhari would take 10 days off and travel to London on Monday, June 6, 2016, to rest. According to the statement, during the holiday, he will see an Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) specialist for a persistent ear infection.
Rio Olympics: Siasia Plans Massive Overhaul Of Dream Team
Rio Olympics: Siasia Plans Massive Overhaul Of Dream Team — Jun 19, 2016 3:43 am | Leave a comment Less than two month to the Rio Olympic Games, Coach Samson is plan a massive overhaul of the Dream Team V1 squad going by the several new faces who attended the US visa interview ahead of a training camp in Atlanta. Nigeria internationals, Kingsley Madu, Moses Simon, Daniel Akpeyi and Wilfred Ndidi are set to force their way to the squad even as they did not feature for team in the qualifiers.
Champions League: Enyimba Seek Redemption In Port Harcourt
Two-time champions, Enyimba International will on Sunday look to get their Caf Champions’ League group stage campaign off to a flyer when they face Egyptian club, Zamalek in the opening game of Group B. Enyimba reached this stage of the competition by the skin of their teeth after going through the harrowing experience of penalty kicks against Tunisian side, Etiole du Sahel, which literally went right down to the wire.
Portugal: Ronaldo Breaks Figo Record
From time to time, all Muslims need an Iman boost. With the blessed month of Ramadan upon us, there is no better time than now for Muslims to rekindle their…
Euro 2016: Lukaku Helps Belgium Batter Ireland
Euro 2016: Lukaku Helps Belgium Batter Ireland — Jun 19, 2016 3:09 am | Leave a comment Romelu Lukaku scored twice and Axel Witsel once as Belgium got off the mark at Euro 2016, comfortably beating Republic of Ireland 3-0 in Bordeaux.
Pension Scheme Undergoing Revolution In Niger - Usman
Malam Mohammed Usman Tinau is the new director general of the Niger State Pension Board. In this interview with ABU NMODU, he spoke on the steps taken by the state government to strengthen the pension system. We are aware that pension in Niger State has its share of controversy, what are you doing to straighten the process and resolved the problems inherited by this government?
Mursi Bags Another Life Sentence For Espionage
Former President of Egypt, Mohamed Mursi was handed another life sentence on Saturday, after a court found him guilty of espionage and leaking state secrets. Mursi, leader of the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood, has already been sentenced in three other cases, including the death penalty for a mass jail break during the 2011 uprising against former president Hosni Mubarak and a life sentence for spying on behalf of Palestinian group Hamas.
ECOWAS Community Court of Justice Gets New President
The ECOWAS Community Court of Justice on Saturday, in Abuja, elected Justice Jérôme Traoré from Burkina Faso as its new president. This was contained in a press statement issued by the court through Mr Sunny Ugoh, the head of the information department of ECOWAS. The statement said that Jérôme took over from Justice Maria Do Céu Silva who just served out her two-year tenure.
Amodu Shuaibu: When Words Won’t Do
Barely 72 hours after the passing of former Super Eagles’ Captain and Coach, Stephen Keshi, Amodu Shuaibu, the only man to have coached Nigeria’s senior team on four occasions, died in his sleep. Before his death, Shuaibu had visited the NFF secretariat, wrote in the condolence register for Keshi, “The ‘Big Boss’, you lived a good life and ran a good race. Adieu, my brother.” Little did he know that a condolence register would be opened for him too, three days later.
Boko Haram Kills 7 Police Officers In Niger
The Islamist terrorist group Boko Haram has killed seven police officers in the West African country of Niger, Interior Minister Mohamed Bazoum said on Saturday. The terrorists attacked the village of N’Gagam near the Nigerian border on Friday evening, Bazoum said. Urgence Diffa, which monitors the security and humanitarian situation in the area, reported that the attackers arrived in vehicles and opened fire on the police officers in the village.
Ibra Is Better At 34 - Ancelotti
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