January 25, 2020

War

Exposed! Britain’s Shameful Role In The Biafran War

January 25, 2020 6:00 pm

A million children starved to death. I’m haunted by the images I saw there – and by the complicity of the Wilson government. It is a good thing to be proud of one’s country, and I am – most of the time. But it would be impossible to scan the centuries of Britain’s history without coming across a few incidents that evoke not pride but shame. Among those I would list are the creation by British officialdom in South Africa of the concentration camp, to persecute the families of Boers. Add to that the Amritsar massacre of 1919 and

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Fresh Move To Resolve Apapa Traffic Crisis

January 25, 2020 5:16 pm

With the Apapa traffic crisis approaching frightening dimension and fear of port congestion looming, the Executive Secretary/CEO of the Nigerian Shippers Council (NSC), Hassan Bello did the unusual by cutting short his annual leave to rally stakeholders to find urgent solution to the crisis. The recent intervention is not the first time he has taken such steps. To be clear, it is not the duty of the NSC to ensure ease of movement of cargo in and out of the port. The NSC is the nation’s port economic regulator. In line with the federal government port reform agenda, the NSC …

‘Why Nigerian Airports Are Unviable’

January 25, 2020 5:15 pm

 

The Chief Operating Officer of Aero Contractors, Captain Ado Sanusi, has said the reason why Nigerian airports are not generating enough funds that can be used for their maintenance is because they are not commercially viable.

Sanusi, who spoke to THISDAY, in an exclusive interview, said political, rather than economic consideration, was the major reason why some airports in Nigeria are built.

However, he noted the importance of having many airports in the country because of its size. This, he said, would facilitate quicker connection between one part of the country to another.

But, he insisted that in building …

India-Nigeria Trade Volume Hits $13.9bn

January 25, 2020 5:15 pm

Mr Abhay Thakur, the High Commissioner of India to Nigeria, said the trade volume between India and Nigeria increased to 13.9 billion US.dollars in 2018-2019.

Thakur said this at the 70th anniversary of India’s Republic and 60th year of formal diplomatic relations between India and Nigeria on Friday in Abuja.

He said that India and Nigeria had long standing relations based on mutual respects that predate independence of the two countries.

According to him, 2019 witness several milestones in the cooperation between the two countries.

”We held the first-ever bilateral Consular Dialogue and the first-ever Joint Trade Committee, both co-chaired …

AccessBET Picks Davido As Brand Ambassador

January 25, 2020 5:14 pm

Indigenous sports bookmaker, AccessBET,  has announced music star, David Adeleke, better known as Davido, as its brand ambassador.

Going forward, Davido will represent the brand’s image, as well as appear in all AccessBET’s marketing campaigns.

According to the firm, the newly forged relationship with Davido was in line with their vision to ultimately become a renowned bookmaker globally.

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This is in addition to providing best online shop and mobile betting experience in Nigeria.

Speaking on the development, AccessBET’s General Manager, Mr. Kayode Akinbo, explained that the choice of Davido was apt …

Joshua Tempts Wilder-Fury Winner With Saudi Arabia Offer

January 25, 2020 5:13 pm

Anthony Joshua’s team has received a “huge site offer” to stage an undisputed world title clash against the winner of the Deontay Wilder-Tyson Fury fight in Saudi Arabia.

Britain’s heavyweight star regained his world titles with a rematch win over Andy Ruiz Jr at the Diriyah Arena in December and promoter Eddie Hearn hopes to head back to the Middle East for a blockbuster battle at the end of 2020.

Wilder defends his WBC title against Fury in Las Vegas on February 22, while Joshua plans to put his WBA, IBF and WBO belts at stake against Kubrat Pulev …

Media

Social Media Is The New TV Says Steve Chuks

January 25, 2020 5:13 pm

Internet sensation Steve Chuks popularly known for his skits on Instagram, says social media is the new TV. He posted a picture on his Instagram appreciating all social media content creators and comedians who make sure everyday that their audience are entertained. He said Social media is the new Tv, that as everyday, television stations come up with contents to air to their audience, so also social media content creators strive everyday to give their audience fresh contents. He added that the world is changing, people hardly have the time to watch tv but are always on their phones, …

Nigerians Warned On Use Of Sex Stimulants

January 25, 2020 3:56 pm

Some experts have warned Nigerians against excessive and sometimes unprescribed use of sex stimulants in view of its health implications.

Sex stimulants could be found in orthodox and natural forms, including herbs, foods and fruits.

They have become popular in the quest to get sexual satisfaction, improve poor marital relationships and, in some cases, to improve self-esteem.

A Relationship Counsellor, Mr Agboola Odunfa, told NAN that sexual performance and libido is determined most times by a person’s emotional and mental health.

“Once you’re able to establish that mentally and emotionally you cannot cure it, then sexual stimulants may be suggested.

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Abia

Ethnic Crisis Averted In Abia Over Alleged Missing Penis

January 25, 2020 3:56 pm
Ethnic and religious crisis was averted in Umuahia, the Abia State capital on Saturday as a tiger-nut customer raised the alarm over the sudden disappearance of his penis, according to Thisday.

The incident happened at Oboro Street by Niger road in Umuahia and attracted so many residents who wanted to have a glimpse of the incident.

The newspaper reports that it took the timely intervention of policemen to avert a mob action against the Hausa man who was accused of being behind the missing penis

It was said that the man whose manhood allegedly went missing said that he

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NUC Confirms Review Of Nigeria’s University Curriculum

January 25, 2020 3:53 pm
The Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Prof. Abubakar Rasheed, said the agency was in the final stage of “a draft review’’ of Nigeria’s university curriculum.

NAN reports that Rasheed stated this at a high-level interactive dialogue commemorating this year’s International Day of Education at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.

Speaking as a panelist at the event, he said the move was part of efforts by the Federal Government to revitalise the country’s tertiary education system.

“We are about to conclude the draft review of the entire country’s curriculum, working closely with the industries in the

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Students

Students Issue Ultimatum To Gov. Dapo To Sack Commissioner

January 25, 2020 3:52 pm
The National Association of Universities’ Students(NAUS’), has issued a 14 -day ultimatum to Ogun State Governor, Mr Dapo Abiodun, to sack the newly appointed Commissioner for Education, Prof Sidi Osho, over the alleged scandal surrounding her disengagement by her former employer.

NAUS averred that appointing someone alleged of forgery leading to her sack by her former employer, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ogun State, signaled that the education sector no longer respects dignity and sincerity.

The students issued a 14-day ultimatum to the governor to sack the Commissioner or face mass protest by students from universities domiciled in Ogun State.

A statement

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Massive Voters Turnout In Bauchi Rerun Elections

January 25, 2020 3:51 pm
Voters turned out massively to cast their ballots during the supplementary and rerun elections for the two vacant seats in the House of Representatives for Zaki and Gamawa federal constituencies of Bauchi State.

THISDAY correspondent, who monitored the conduct of the elections in the two LGAs of Zaki and Gamawa, observed that women voters turned out in their numbers to exercise their civic responsibility to elect their preferred candidates.

While Some of the women who spoke tod THISDAY said that they were properly mobilized by their husbands to come out and cast their votes stressing the importance of participating in

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