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Mosquitoes: there’s malaria, plus 5 other diseases they pass on to humans
Most people instantly associate mosquitoes with malaria. But these tiny flying insects can transmit a number of other diseases too. Viruses transmitted by insects like mosquitoes are called arthropod-borne or arboviruses. Like malaria, these viruses are transmitted to vertebrate hosts through the bite of a female mosquito when she takes a blood meal to assist with her egg development. Most vertebrate hosts for these arboviruses are non-human. They include birds, primates and agricultural animals.
Enugu: Man seeks N2b, council’s apology over son’s killing
An Enugu State resident, Pius Okoro, has sued the Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area (LGA) of the state and its officials for the alleged murder of his son, Philip. Mr. Okoro listed the Chairman of Uzo-Uwani LGA, Uzo-Uwani Council and Hon, Chijioke Ezugwu (Chief Security Officer Uzo-Uwani Local Government Council) as 1st, 2nd and 3rd respondents in his suit marked E/653/2022 at the Enugu State High Court sitting in Enugu.
[OPINION] There is God - Fola Ojo
The rich in the fullness of his foolishness may not admit it. Men with power and authority may not accept it. Billions of humans He created by His hands will not acknowledge it. But there is God who rules in the affairs of humanity. In the beginning, He was. From everlasting to everlasting, He is. How do we test that there is God? Can we put Him in a laboratory to prove His existence? There is God! Awakened eyes have seen Him. In the created works of His hands, daily we experience Him.
Digital strategist wins N1m in X3M Ideas’ ‘Idea Hackathon’
Nigerian Digital Strategist, Abiola Waltz Tosin has won the first edition of pan-African creative advertising agency, X3M Ideas’ novel creative contest, ‘Idea Hackathon.’ As part of a series of set activities, in celebration of the company’s 10th anniversary, the contest which was open to the general public between the ages of 18 and 40, was built on providing solutions to real-life problems in the marketing communications industry.
Debt servicing gulps N13.17tn under Buhari, education suffers
• FG budgets N4tn for education in seven years, sector loses 837 days to strike • Education underfunded, FG may borrow to fund sector, economists warn The Federal Government spent nothing less than N13.17tn between 2016 and March 2022 under the regime of the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), an analysis by The PUNCH has revealed.
NPA generated N172.285b in six months, says MD
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), said it has generated a total revenue of N172,285,626,312.00 from its operations in the first half of 2022. The Authority also said N78,496,966,862.20 has been remitted to the Consolidated Revenue Fund (CRF) of the federation within the same period. These were contained in a half-year 2022 operational report released by the NPA Managing Director, Mohammed Bello Koko.
Soludo commits N9bn to roads in Okpoko slum
IN fulfilment of his campaign promise to upgrade Okpoko slum, in Ogbaru Local Government Area, near the commercial city of Onitsha, Governor Chukwuma Soludo has commenced the rehabilitation of nine roads in the area, at a cost of N9 billion. The state executive council has approved the project measuring 14.053 kilometers with dual carriage, reinforced concrete median and side walks on both sides.
Demise of ‘double chief’ Onabule
No doubt, the death of Chief Duro Onabule, a veteran journalist and columnist par excellence, was a big blow to the journalism profession in Nigeria. Many of his contemporaries and subordinates agreed that he was a colossus in his chosen career of the pen. Onabule, popularly referred to as ‘Double Chief’ and former Chief Press Secretary to the ex-Military President, Ibrahim Babangida, died on Tuesday at the ripe age of 83.
Emefiele: USSD code for eNaira out next week
From next week, Nigerians will be able to open an eNaira wallet and conduct transactions by simply using a designated USSD code on any phone. To carry out these transactions, Nigerians will only have to dial *997# from their phones. Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele stated these at the Grand Finale of the 2022 eNaira Hackathon in Abuja.
APC Muslim-Muslim Pesidential Ticket Will Destroy Nigeria’s Unity - PFN
The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has said the Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket fielded by the All Progressives Congress (APC) will jeopardise the unity of the nation. Naija News reports that the PFN General Secretary, Dr Cosmos Ilechukwu, stated this at a press conference held at the National Secretariat of the fellowship on Thursday in Lagos.
Nigeria’s central bank says eNaira has recorded N4billion transactions and 200,000 users since 2021 launch
The Central Bank of Nigeria’s digital currency, eNaira has recorded 200,000 users and N4 billion worth of transactions since it debuted in 2021. This was disclosed by Mr Godwin Emefiele, the CBN Governor at the grand finale of the “eNaira Hackathon”. The hackathon is a joint project between CBN and the African Fintech Foundry (AFF).
Three SMEs win N9m grant in Keystone Bank ‘Start-ups Advantage Programme
In furtherance of its commitment to tackle unemployment and encourage entrepreneurs in Nigeria, Keystone Bank Limited has empowered three Nigerian innovative start-ups with N9 million grants. A statement by the bank said the initiative, which was in partnership with Kleos Advisory, began in January 2022 under its scheme tagged ‘Keystone Start-up Advantage Programme (KSA), a specialized incubator programme with offerings to address the needs of startup businesses.
Striking tertiary unions except ASUU to resume next week - FG
The Federal Government has revealed that other academic unions that negotiated with it including the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, (SANNU), Non-Academic Staff Union of Education and Associated Institutions, (NASU) and the National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) will resume work in the next one week.
2023: Ex-governorship candidate dumps PDP, joins Peter Obi
The candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2021 Anambra governorship election, Valentine Ozigbo, has decamped from the main opposition party and endorsed the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, ahead of the 2023 general election. A statement released by Valentine, titled “2023: Watershed Moment for Nigeria”, reads; “ There comes a defining moment in the life of any country when all people of good conscience must stand up to be counted.
The Oratory hosts film screening for street kids
After making the rounds in cinemas in Nigeria, Dublin, London, Turin, and Venice since its release, The Oratory is returning to Lagos this weekend. The movie, which raises awareness of the plights of displaced and street children, will be screening this Saturday at Genesis Cinemas in Maryland, Lagos. The screening, the organisers say, is a special edition that will play host to hundreds of street children alongside dignitaries.
HURIWA faults N6.2b fee for retooling of Bauchi phone repairers
Human Rights Writers Association Of Nigeria (HURIWA) has described as “unbelievable and largely doubtful claims” that the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development spent over N6.2 billion to train and equip 16,820 Bauchi youths in the art of smartphone repairs to enable them become financially self-reliant.
Wike Gives Fresh Conditions To Get Votes From Rivers
Despite the ruckus threatening the unity of his party, the Peoples Democratic Party PDP in Rivers State the governor, Nyesom Wike has boasted that more politicians in the state were renouncing membership of their political parties in droves and joining the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He said the politicians were doing so because they were delighted at the ongoing infrastructural development by his administration and they believed the PDP is a better party to associate with.
FirstBank appoints executive director
First Bank of Nigeria Limited has appointed Mr Patrick Iyamabo, as an executive director. The appointment is subject to the approval of the Central Bank of Nigeria. According to the statement, the Chief Executive Officer, FirstBank, Dr Adesola Adeduntan, said, ‘’We are delighted with the appointment of Mr Patrick Iyamabo, as his elevation to the board is hinged on his excellent track record and the level of commitment he has demonstrated to the FirstBank Group.
Atiku Pledges To Remove Electricity From Exclusive List
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar yesterday said he will remove the entire electricity value chain from the exclusive list and give states the power to generate, transmit and distribute electricity for themselves.
Govs raise concerns over NNPC ownership
State governors, on Thursday, raised concerns regarding the ownership of the new Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, its assets and liabilities. Consequently, the Chairman of the Council, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, directed that a sub-committee be set up to liaise with the Federal Government on all the issues raised.
12 Years After His Death, Nigerian Rapper, Dagrin Declared Wanted By Sierra Leone Police
12 years after his death, Nigerian rapper, Oladapo Olaitan Olaonipekun popularly known as Dagrin has been declared wanted in Sierra Leone. Naija News recalls that Dagrin died from complications arising from injuries he sustained in a ghastly motor accident. His car collided with a stationary trailer in front of Alakara Police Station, around 3am at Mushin in Lagos.
12 Years After His Death, Nigerian Rapper, Dagrin Declared Wanted By Sierra Leone Police
12 years after his death, Nigerian rapper, Oladapo Olaitan Olaonipekun popularly known as Dagrin has been declared wanted in Sierra Leone. Naija News recalls that Dagrin died from complications arising from injuries he sustained in a ghastly motor accident. His car collided with a stationary trailer in front of Alakara Police Station, around 3am at Mushin in Lagos.
I Thought Of Killing Myself Before 30 - Nancy Isime
December 20, (THEWILL) – Media personality, Nancy Isime, has stated that she was suicidal while growing up. Isime disclosed this on her Instagram page as she celebrated her 30th birthday. She stated that she suffered from depression and believed she would take her life before 30.
Nigerian Rapper, Dremo, Friends Assailed By Robbers In Lagos Traffic
December Nigerian songwriter, singer and rapper, Aboriomoh Femi Raymond, known by his stage name Dremo has disclosed that he and his friends were attacked by robbers in Lagos. Dremo revealed that they were attacked by two robbers who held cutlasses and attacked them while they were stuck in Lagos traffic. Luckily, the rapper was unhurt by the robbers but his friends got injured, he shared this unfortunate news on Snapchat and urged Nigerians to be careful.
Burna Boy, Tinariwen score Grammy nominations
Burna Boy was shortlisted for his 2020 LP Twice As Tall in the Best Global Music Album category, formerly known as the Best World Music Album category. He faces competition from Tuareg collective Tinariwen, who won the Grammy in 2012 for the album Tassili, Brooklyn-based Afrobeat band Antibalas, Brazilian-American pop singer Bebel Gilberto and British-Indian sitar player and composer Anoushka Shankar.
Nigeria: A-Q and Africori partner on artist incubator programme
The arrangement follows A-Q’s exit from Nigerian record label Chocolate City, where he was head of subsidiary imprint 100 Crowns. The deal will see the musician scout and provide funding for up-and-coming artists for the next 18 months. “I had a wholesome experience at Chocolate City, and I’m happy to have been part of the label’s journey to profitability,” A-Q said. “I’m even more excited about my new business venture with Africori. I’m very passionate about discovering and nurturing talent.
BREAKING: Four Dead As Building Collapses In Lagos
Scene of the collapse (Photo: LASEMA) As many as four people who are yet to be identified have died following a building collapse. The 4 persons lost their lives on Sunday when a three-storey building collapsed in the Obalende area of Lagos Island, Lagos State, The PUNCH reports. The PUNCH gathered that eight other persons were injured. The General Manager, Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, confirmed the incident.
'We Won!' - Wizkid Seen Celebrating Disbandment Of SARS In London, Advises The Youth (Video)
Wizkid in London Nigerians are euphoric after the controversial Special Anti-Robbery Squad was disbanded by the Inspector General of Police and popular singer, Wizkid is not an exception. Wizkid who joined the #EndSARS protest in London earlier, was caught on camera rejoining that the police unit has been disbanded following wide calls from Nigerians. Videos of Wizkid at the protest in London showing him advising the youths have emerged on social media.
BREAKING: Akeredolu Wins Ondo Governorship Election
Rotimi Akeredolu Mr. Rotimi Akeredolu, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the 2020 Ondo State governorship election, has won the State's guber elections. He has been declared winner of the poll by the Independent National Electoral Commission, The PUNCH reports. He defeated his closest rival and candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Eyitayo Jegede, in 12 of the 18 Local Government Areas where the election held. Akeredolu polled 292,830 votes as against Jegede’s 195,791 votes.
BREAKING: IGP Disbands SARS Nationwide
File photo The Federal Special Anti-Robbery Squad of the Nigeria Police Force has been disbanded. The disbandment was announced by the Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, The PUNCH reports. He said the operatives will be redeployed to other police formations and commands. Adamu announced this in a live broadcast on Sunday afternoon. The announcement came after days of online and offline protests against the brutality and extra-judicial killings by SARS operatives nationwide.
Heartbreaking Video Of Jimoh Isaiq's Father Weeping After His Son Was Killed At #EndSARS Protest In Ogbomoso
October 11, 2020 ebere Commissioner of Police, EndSars, heartbreak, killed, Police Command The father of Jimoh Isiaq who was killed during an #EndSARS protest has been caught on camera weeping. A truly heartbreaking video of Jimoh’s father weeping uncontrollably after his son was killed at an #EndSARS protest has gone viral after being shared online.
Shocker! Jealous Husband Cuts Off His Wife's Head And Carries It To Police Station...You Won't Believe Why
The man took his wife's head to the police station Kinnar Yadav, a jealous husband has shocked people after allegedly killing his wife in a very horrific way. The man is said to have cut his wife's head off just because he caught her talking to their neighbour. Kinnar Yadav, 40, had long suspected his wife Vimla, 35, of being unfaithful to him, according to reports.
BBNaija Star, Mercy Eke Reveals 4 Favourite Housemates
Mercy Lambo Mercy Eke, the winner of the Big Brother Naija 2019, the Pepper Dem Gang, has talked about her favorite housemates. The reality star who turned 27 recently has revealed her favourite Housemates, all from her Class of 2019. And they are four in number. Mercy Lambo, as she’s fondly called by admirers named fellow Housemates, Mike, Ike, Diane and Venita as her favourites, adding she loves them fiercely.
BREAKING: Ondo Election: Akeredolu In Early Lead With Over 62,000 Votes
Rotimi Akeredolu Rotimi Akeredolu, the Ondo State Governor who is also the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, has won in eight of the 10 local governments so far announced. According to The PUNCH, the results were announced by the Local Government collation officers at the Independent National Electoral Commission’s collation centre in Akure.
Daughters Of President Buhari And VP, Osinbajo Join #EndSARS Protest
Zahra and Kiki Zahra, the daughter of President Muhammadu Buhari and Kiki, the daughter of Vice President Osinbajo have joined the ongoing #EndSARS protest against police brutality in the country. Kiki Osinbajo had on Saturday shared a post on her Instagram page saying “Police brutality must end now” using the hashtags #endpolicebrutality and #endsars View this post on Instagram POLICE BRUTALITY MUST END NOW..
BREAKING: Police Violently Disperse #ENDSARS Protesters At Force Headquarters In Abuja (Video)
They were dispersed It has been reported that some police officers have fired teargas canisters to disperse #EndSARS protesters. The police fired the teargas to chase away hundreds of Nigerians calling for an end to the Special Anti-Robbery Squad in the country. SARS is notorious for brutality, extortion, harassment and extrajudicial killing of innocent citizens. The protesters had earlier requested to see the Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu.
Singer, Oritsefemi, Tenders Public Apology To His Wife, Asks People To Help Him Beg Her
Oritsefemi and his wife Popular Nigerian singer, Oritsefemi, who had issues with his wife, has apologized to the woman. The singer, tendered a public apology to his wife, Nabila Fash. Nabila moved out of their home after a quarrel and is currently putting up with her friend and actress, Caroline Danjuma. The singer is alleged to have been physically abusing Nabila. On Friday, October 10, Oritsefemi called out Caroline Danjuma, accusing her of being behind his marital crisis.
Heartbreaking! Nigerian Man Who Was Shot Dead During #EndSARS Protest In Oyo Laid To Rest (Video)
Jimoh Isiaq was killed Jimoh Isiaq, the Nigerian man who was killed during the EndSARS protest has been buried. Isiaq who was allegedly killed by during the #EndSARS protest in Ogbomosho, Oyo state, today October 10, was laid to rest shortly after the killing. Isiaq was said to be standing by and watching the protesters when a bullet allegedly fired by a police officer hit him. He died later from the gunshot wound. He was immediately buried according to Islamic injunction.
'She Is Not The One Posting' - Fans React As Photo Of Chacha Eke And Husband Emerges On Her Instagram Page
Chacha and her husband Fans have reacted after a new photo of actress, Chacha Eke emerged on her Instagram page. This is coming even as the drama between her and her husband, Austin, continues. View this post on Instagram 👑👑 A post shared by 👑 (@chachaekefaani) on Oct 10, 2020 at 9:03am PDT It will be recalled that a few days ago, Chacha, shared a video on social media announcing the end of her marriage to Austin Faani.
Popular Singer, Rema Gets Rid Of His Trademark Dreadlocks In Protest Against SARS (Photos)
Rema Popular Nigerian singer, Rema has cut off the dreads he has always been known with. The Mavin artiste got rid of his trademark dreadlocks in protest against the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) - notoriously known for profiling mostly young Nigerians based on their appearance. The singer took to Twitter to show off his new haircut after getting a clean trim and wrote in his caption: 'Dreads don’t mean I’m a criminal #EndSARS.' See his post below.
BREAKING: Gunmen Attack Abuja Community, Kidnap 15 People
File photo As many as 15 people have been kidnapped in an Abuja community. They were on Saturday kidnapped by some gunmen in Kuje Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, while coming from Kabi Mangoro community in the area council, according to SaharaReporters. SaharaReporters reports that the incident happened at 6:00pm while people were returning home after going to congratulate the new Education Secretary of the council, Mr Yunusa Zakari.
Nigerian Rapper, Chinko Ekun Recounts How He And His Friend Were Arrested By SARS Operatives
Chinko Ekun Popular Nigerian rapper, Chinko Ekun has told a story of how he and his friend were allegedly harrassed and arrested by SARS operatives. According to Chinko Ekun, they were arrested for being fresh, having an iPhone and being in a nice car. He also alleged that they were assaulted by the security operatives. Chinko wrote; Right here is a pic of @walinteenpro and I in handcuffs coming back from lekki one night . "What was our crime ?
Commotion As Explosion Rocks Benin-Sapele Highway
File photo It is not up to three months after about 17 people were feared killed in a tanker explosion at a collapsed portion of the Benin-Sapele Highway, but a similar disaster occurred on the same highway. The incident occurred on Saturday evening when a gas truck fell into a ditch and burst into flames, The PUNCH reports. The incident occurred while the truck was manoeuvring potholes on the bad portion of the road at Ugbenu axis, in the Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State.
Watch The Voice Nigeria season 2 final performances [Video]
The night started off with performances from the coaches and their surviving contestants. Afterwards, Jahtell, J'Dess, Chris Rio and Yimika were announced as the evicted contestants, leaving Wow, Syemca, Ebube and Idyl as the top four. Following performances from the top four, Syemca and Wow were announced as the next contestants to exit the show, leaving Idyl and Ebube as the top two. Watch all performances from the season finale below; 2.
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