September 2020

How Buhari, Officials Drew Nigerians’ Anger Thrice In Four Days

How Buhari, Officials Drew Nigerians’ Anger Thrice In Four Days

September 18, 2020 10:37 am

President Muhammadu Buhari and his administration officials received knocks from Nigerians this week.

They were repeatedly criticised as citizens again questioned their competence.

On Monday, the All Progressives Congress (APC) led government was accused of having a political motive in Edo State after the announcement of an empowerment scheme.

It was organised by the National Directorate of Employment (NDE) under the supervision of Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Festus Keyamo, a former activist.

Read Also: Nigerians Attack Buhari Govt Over ‘Self-Certification’ Forms

Tagged ‘Small Scale Enterprises Programme’, the NDE disbursed Micro Enterprise Enhancement Scheme (MEES) to 2,000 women …

Again, Buhari’s minister Sadiya Farouq inspects flood from NAF aircraft

Buhari’s Minister Sadiya Farouq Inspects Flood From NAF Aircraft

September 18, 2020 10:36 am

Sadiya Umar Farouq, Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, is in the news again for inspecting floods from an aircraft.

On Friday, the ministry, on Twitter, posted photos of her looking out the window during the assessment.

It tweeted that Farouq embarked on an official visit to Kebbi State on a Nigeria Air Force surveillance aircraft.

‘The aircraft made a detour and flew low over the banks of river Niger from Kainji in Niger State up to Yauri in Kebbi State for the HM to assess the impact of the flood on the river banks.’

The update was provided 24 hours after …

The Need For Ndi Igbo To Start Investing At Home Massively

The Need For Ndi Igbo To Start Investing At Home Massively

September 18, 2020 9:05 am

The average Igbo man has wonderful faith in his capability to survive any form of hardship or situation, irrespective of his place of abode and the hostility. The after-effects of the Biafran war which depleted Ndi Igbo politically, economically, psychologically and humanly are still conspicuously visible for even the blind to see in Nigeria today.

There is a sense in which one can argue that the civil war experience, particularly the ‘abandoned property’ saga did inculcate some sense of responsibility into the Igbos. Many of them who had lived in fine mansions in other cities where they had established themselves …

Osinbajo Kicks Against Prohibition Of Cryptocurrency

VP Osinbajo To Meet With Facebook Vice President Today

September 18, 2020 7:49 am

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and Facebook’s Vice President, Policy and Communication, Nick Clegg, are set to hold a virtual informal chat on Facebook on Friday.

Facebook, in a statement issued on Thursday, said the chat would be held as part of its activities during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the 75th session of the U.N. General Assembly commenced on Tuesday with a moment of silence against the unprecedented backdrop of the Coronavirus pandemic.

It will close on September 22.

Facebook said that the event, which would be moderated by Omowale David-Ashiru, …

Soldier Commits Suicide In Yobe, Leaves Note For Wife

Soldier Commits Suicide In Yobe, Leaves Note For Wife

September 18, 2020 6:57 am

A Nigerian Soldier from 27 TF Bde, identified as Corporal Victor Ojeamiran committed Suicide at his Duty Post at HQ 27 TF Bde Buni Gari in Gujba LGA of Yobe State.

The deceased soldier shot himself with his personal weapon on the head which resulted in his death.

Additionally, information gathered by Africa Daily News, New York revealed that the late soldier left behind a suicidal note addressed to his wife.

His remains were evacuated for further action while the Nigerian Army has launched an investigation on the circumstances that led to the incident.

Read Also: Army Buries Soldier Tortured

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China flexes military muscles near Taiwan Strait, warns US

China Flexes Military Muscles Near Taiwan Strait, Warns US

September 18, 2020 6:57 am

The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) conducted real-combat military exercise near the Taiwan Strait on Friday, with the country denouncing what it called collusion between Taiwan and the United States.

China claims the island as its own and has made it a pariah with other nations.

Taiwan’s defence ministry said 18 Chinese aircraft were involved in the drill, a far larger number than Taiwan has previously announced for such encounters.

Read Also: WTO Angers Trump Administration With Ruling On China Tariffs

“Sep. 18, two H-6 bombers, eight J-16 fighters, four J-10 fighters and four J-11 fighters crossed the midline of …

Premier League clubs to lose 700 million pounds

Premier League Clubs To Lose 700 Million Pounds

September 18, 2020 6:56 am
The Premier League clubs face losses of up to 700 million pounds ($906.78 million) if matches continue to be held behind closed doors.

The Premier League, however, has written to the British government to stay committed to its plans for a controlled return of fans into stadiums from Oct. 1.

The government last week restricted pilot events to 1,000 spectators after a spike in COVID-19 cases and said it would review the date for when fans could enter stadiums.

The Premier League said in a statement on Thursday that clubs remain committed to ensuring stadiums will be a safe environment …

Buhari Govt Rolls Out Self Certification Bill For All Account Holders

Buhari Govt Rolls Out Self Certification Bill For All Account Holders

September 18, 2020 4:32 am

The President Muhammadu Buhari-led Federal Government on Thursday, directed all account holders in all financial institutions to obtain, complete and submit Self–Certification Forms.

This includes banks, insurance companies and other financial institutions.

This information was shared via the verified Twitter account of the Government of Nigeria, explaining that the forms are required by the relevant financial institutions to do due diligence procedures in line with the Income Tax Regulations 2019.

Read Also: Edo Poll: Buhari Sends Message To APC, PDP, Others

Failure to adhere to this instruction the Government said attract sanctions which may include monetary penalty or inability …

Ondo Election INEC Begins Recruitment Of NYSC Members

Oyetola Flags Off Osun Ethanol Bio-Refinery Factory

September 18, 2020 4:06 am
Osun State Governor Adegboyega Oyetola has flagged off the construction of Osun Ethanol Bio-Refinery Factory situated at Ayekale, along Egbeda-Iragbiji road, Iragbiji, Osun State.

Laying the foundation of the factory on Thursday, Oyetola said his administration was poised to deliver the benefits of democracy.

The Factory was part of the positive responses received by the government from members of the private sector, particularly local and foreign investors who had earlier been wooed during the Osun Economic and Investment Summit held late last year.

Read Also: Oyetola Reacts To Death Of Osun Resident Being Chased By JTF

Gov. Oyetola said the …

Biden Faces US Voters At Town Hall, Trump Heads Back To Wisconsin

Joe Biden Faces US Voters At Town Hall

September 17, 2020 5:40 pm

White House hopeful Joe Biden on Thursday holds his first extended face-to-face with voters since winning the Democratic nomination, a town hall where he will likely savage President Donald Trump’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic.

With less than seven weeks before Election Day, Biden has ramped up his public appearances after spending large chunks of time at his Delaware home, even as Trump repeatedly barnstorms swing states.

Now both candidates are hitting the physical campaign trail in earnest, although still in very different ways.

Trump returns to Wisconsin Thursday for a public rally fueled by his signature bravado — a …

South Africa bids farewell to ‘hero’ George Bizos, Mandela’s lawyer

SA Bids Farewell To ‘Hero’ George Bizos, Mandela’s Lawyer

September 17, 2020 5:39 pm

South Africa on Thursday bade farewell to George Bizos, the “hero” anti-apartheid lawyer who represented Nelson Mandela at his trial for treason, at a state funeral filled with emotional tributes.

Bizos, a revered, soft-spoken figure, died at his Johannesburg home last week of natural causes at the age of 92.

His flag-draped coffin was wheeled into a Greek community hall by military pall-bearers on Thursday, with President Cyril Ramaphosa in attendance, before it was driven to a cemetery on a ceremonial military gun carriage.

Speakers before a small gathering …

Uganda police hunt 200 escaped inmates after jailbreak

Uganda Police Hunt 200 Escaped Inmates After Jailbreak

September 17, 2020 5:38 pm

A manhunt is underway in Uganda after 200 inmates overpowered their guards and escaped with weapons in a jailbreak that has left four people dead, a prison spokesman said Thursday.

The prisoners seized guns from the armoury at a government prison on Wednesday in Moroto, a remote eastern region 460 kilometres (286 miles) from the capital Kampala, before dashing for the cover of nearby mountains with police, soldiers and helicopters in pursuit.

Prison spokesman Frank Baine said an inmate and a soldier were killed in a shootout as roughly 200 escapees fled toward Mount Moroto, some half-naked after shedding their …

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