October 1, 2022

UN Peacekeeper Shot Dead In Eastern DR Congo

UN Peacekeeper Shot Dead In Eastern DR Congo

October 1, 2022 8:43 pm

Fresh reports reaching the desk of Africa Daily News, New York has revealed that a United Nations peacekeeper has been killed in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as had been reported by the United Nations (UN) and Congolese officials on Saturday.

It  had also been reported that the UN peacekeeping mission in the DRC which is also known as MONUSCO, had stated that suspected members of the Twirwaneho militia had conducted the attack on Friday night in the Minembwe area of South Kivu province.

Read Also; 17 Civilians Killed By Rebel Group In DR Congo

“A peacekeeper was killed …

Fresh Fears As Nigeria's World Bank Debt Hits $660m

World Bank Approves $530m In Fresh Funding For Ukraine

October 1, 2022 8:42 pm

The World Bank has recently made the announcement of up to $530 million which would be made in supplemental funding for Ukraine to enable the embattled Nation to “meet urgent needs created by Russia’s invasion.”

The support, which would be coming in the form of a new loan from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, has also been guaranteed by Britain to the tune of $500 million, with Denmark also backing the remaining $30 million, the World Bank said in a statement on Friday.

Read Also: US Congress Again Approves $12bn For War-Torn Ukraine

“The toll of destruction, damage, …

Prerogative of Mercy: Sanwo-Olu Approves Release Of 46 Inmates

Prerogative of Mercy: Sanwo-Olu Approves Release Of 46 Inmates

October 1, 2022 8:36 pm

Babajide Sanwo-Olu who is the Governor of Lagos State has also approved the release of up to 46 inmates from some of the various correctional facilities in Lagos state.

Sanwo-Olu’s action had also gotten to follow the recommendation which had been made by the Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy.

Read Also: 2023: Ignore Candidates Quoting Bogus Statistics – Sanwo-Olu

The governor had also commuted the death sentences of some other six inmates to life imprisonment as had been released by Moyosore Onigbanjo (SAN), Commissioner for Information.

The official had also noted that the release and committal orders had …

Yobe @31 Gov Buni Singles Out Past Leaders For Praise

2023: Tinubu Nominates Gov Buni For An Appointment

October 1, 2022 8:29 pm

Bola Ahmed Tinubu who is the All Progressives Congress presidential candidate has finally gotten to appoint the Yobe State Governor and also the former Chairman APC Caretaker and Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee, Mai Mala Buni, as the main adviser on Party Integration and Reconciliation of the Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign Council in his fresh nominations for the political party.

In the letter of appointment which had been signed by Tinubu and sighted by Africa Daily News, New York, the appointment had been based on Buni’s impressive political achievement and the exemplary leadership he had also demonstrated as the Governor of Yobe …

Scientists Invent ‘Contactless’ AI-Powered Cockroach Killer

Scientists Invent ‘Contactless’ AI-Powered Cockroach Killer

October 1, 2022 11:43 am

What is more annoying than spotting a roach in your home? Cockroaches are one of the most invasive domestic pests, often choosing the dark, humid corners of basements, restrooms, kitchens, or even hotels. Unfortunately, cockroaches are very resilient and sturdy. For instance, they can survive without water for a week and without food for as long as one month. Interestingly, even after their heads are chopped off they continue to respire through pores on their body for another 7 days and can survive colder temperatures. Due to their high adaptive capabilities, combating roach infestation is tough.

Some homeowners are ignorant …

Elections are not a life-or-death matter, says Gov. Mohammed

Elections Are Not A Life-Or-Death Matter, Says Gov. Mohammed

October 1, 2022 7:02 am

Political parties, candidates, and supporters have been urged not to see elections for elective seats as a life-or-death situation by Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed.

Mohammed also urged parties and supporters to act in accordance with the game’s regulations in his message of goodwill delivered on Saturday in honour of Nigeria’s 62nd Independence Anniversary.

He urged them to keep in mind that only God can grant power to anybody He chooses at a given time.

 

Read Also: Gov Bala Mohammed Woos Fresh Chinese Investors For Bauchi

‘It is not therefore the amount of money, hate speech, fake news or …

Nigeria At 62 Buhari Marks Last Independence Day As President

Nigeria At 62: Buhari Marks Last Independence Day As President

October 1, 2022 6:13 am

In his last Independence Day speech, President Muhammadu Buhari gave himself a pass mark in his seven years in office so far.

This is just as the president pointed out that he is pained by the 7 months old strike by the Academic Union of Nigerian Universities (ASUU).

In his Independence Day broadcast this morning to mark Nigeria’s 62nd Independence, President Buhari listed the successes recorded by his administration in tackling insecurity and economy.

Buhari also thanked Nigerians who believed in him, propelled and stood by him in his quest to bequeath a country where all citizens have equal opportunities …

Buhari Tells Nigerians: I Feel Your Sorrow

Buhari Tells Nigerians: I Feel Your Sorrow

October 1, 2022 6:08 am

On Saturday, the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (ret. ), said he understood the suffering of Nigerians brought on by the recent spike in national insecurity.

He did this as he repeatedly promised the populace that his government was working to enhance the security forces so they could better handle all sorts of security concerns.

This was said by Buhari on October 1, 2022, during his final Independence Day speech to the nation.

 

Read Also: President Buhari To Address Nigerians On Independence Day

‘As we continue to de-escalate the security challenges that confronted us at the beginning of this …

Parties Not Allowed To Receive Funds From Abroad, INEC Insists

Parties Not Allowed To Receive Funds From Abroad, INEC Insists

October 1, 2022 5:59 am

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has once again reiterated its earlier stance that political parties in Nigeria are not allowed to receive funds from foreign countries.

Speaking on a Channels Television program which was monitored by Africa Daily News, New York, INEC National Commissioner, Festus Okoye, said parties are also not allowed to receive funds anonymously.

The provision may affect parties such as the Labour party who have looked to Nigerians in the diaspora to fund part of their campaigns.

‘Section 225 of the Nigerian constitution makes it clear that no registered political party in Nigeria shall possess any …

Chimaroke Nnamani Makes Case For Justice, Equity

Chimaroke Nnamani Makes Case For Justice, Equity

October 1, 2022 5:45 am

Former Governor of Enugu State and current Senator representing Enugu East in the upper legislative chamber of the National Assembly, Dr. Chimaroke Nnamani has lent his voice to the call for inclusiveness, justice, equity, and fairness, saying they are the needed ingredients for peace, unity, and progress of Nigeria.

According to him, peace and unity are the products of justice, fairness, and equity.

In a goodwill message to Nigerians which was obtained by Africa Daily News, New York, Nnamani called on leaders at all levels, to make the citizens the centre of their programmes and policies.

As campaigns for …

Naira Suffers Again, Crashes To ₦734 To Dollar

Naira Suffers Again, Crashes To ₦734 To Dollar

October 1, 2022 5:40 am

Nigeria’s currency – the Naira, hit an all-time low of ₦734 to the dollar at the parallel market as the market reacted negatively to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s decision to raise the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) and Cash Reserve Requirement (CRR) to 15.5 percent and 32.5 percent respectively.

This was even as the nation’s stock market experienced low sentiment as sell-offs in the shares of GTCO, Nestle and UBA resulted in a loss of ₦112 billion from market capitalization of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX).

The Naira had exchanged for N733 to a dollar at the parallel market …

US Congress Again Approves $12bn For War-Torn Ukraine

US Congress Again Approves $12bn For War-Torn Ukraine

October 1, 2022 5:24 am

The US Congress has granted the approval of $12.3 billion in aid Friday to aid Ukraine in its ongoing battle after its invasion by Russia as part of a stopgap spending bill that averts a chaotic government shutdown ahead of a midnight deadline.

The package includes $3 billion for arms, supplies and salaries for Ukraine’s military and authorizes President Joe Biden to direct the Pentagon to transfer $3.7 billion in weapons and other hardware to Ukraine.

The so-called ‘continuing resolution’ — passed by 230 votes to 201, with 10 Republicans joining the Democrats — also provides $4.5 billion for Kyiv …

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