October 2022

Cloud Labs: Science Experiments Have Gone Remote

Cloud Labs: Science Experiments Have Gone Remote

October 8, 2022 8:52 am

So much happened in the world of science this week. The United Kingdom got a new Science Minister, a rare blood group that could solve some of the tough cases of mother-fetus blood incompatibility was discovered, and the Swedish Academy named the 2022 Nobel Prize winners. However, what stood out the most, is learning of a technology that enables scientists and researchers to perform experiments remotely. Without any confinements to a lab bench or hands stuffed in plastic gloves, they can now keep experiments running from the comfort of their homes through what is known as cloud labs.…

PDP Crisis Appeal Or Resign, Ortom Warns Ayu

PDP Crisis: Appeal Or Resign, Ortom Warns Ayu

October 8, 2022 7:22 am

As members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), continue to initiate moves to resolve the crisis threatening the peace of the party, Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom has advised the National Chairman, Senator Iyorchia Ayu to resign his position or drop his ego and plead for understanding.

Governor Ortom made this known on Friday, during an emergency Executive Council meeting held at Government House, Makurdi.

The Governor recalled that the National Chairman of the Party had promised to resign if a presidential candidate emerges from the North.

According to him, for Ayu to restore his integrity, ‘he either should follow …

We Own Obajana Cement 100%, Dangote Replies Gov Bello

We Own Obajana Cement 100%, Dangote Replies Gov Bello

October 8, 2022 7:06 am

The Management of Dangote Cement Plc. has firmly insisted that the Obajana Cement plant in Kogi State is 100 percent owned by it and that the invasion of the plant last Wednesday by armed vigilantes ‘on the orders of the state government’ was illegal.

Meanwhile, in a swift reaction, the Kogi State Government said the state ‘has all the relevant documents to prove that the purported acquisition of Obajana by Dangote is null and void.’

Dangote Cement Plc, in the statement which was obtained by Africa Daily News, New York signed by its Group Managing Director (GMD) Michel Puchercos …

PDP Will Return To Power To Fix Nigeria; Not To Steal – Ayu

PDP Will Return To Power To Fix Nigeria; Not To Steal – Ayu

October 8, 2022 6:58 am

The embattled National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Iyorchia Ayu, has asserted that he was elected to return the party to power; and not to loot or mismanage party funds.

Ayu also assured that the National Working Committee (NWC) under his leadership will publish the income and expenditure account in December.

Africa Daily News, New York recalls that Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike and some party leaders have alleged that Ayu is corrupt and has embezzled some party funds.

PDP National Chairman in a statement by his Special Adviser, Simon Imobo-Tswam, Friday disclosed that he has …

Oil Thieves Are Nigeria’s Biggest Enemies – Senate President

Oil Thieves Are Nigeria’s Biggest Enemies – Senate President

October 8, 2022 6:52 am

The President of the Nigerian Senate, Ahmad Lawan has decried oil theft in Nigeria, describing perpetrators as the country’s ‘biggest enemies’. 

The lawmaker said this on Friday during the presentation of the 2023 budget proposal at the National Assembly.

‘Mr. President, I consider the oil thieves the worst enemies of our country. The thieves have declared war on our country and our people,’ he said.

‘I strongly feel that if we do not take the necessary measures to stop the thieves immediately, our economy will be devastated, as efforts to provide infrastructure and diversification of the economy would both be …

Petrol Subsidy Is Unsustainable, We Must Remove It - Buhari

Petrol Subsidy Is Unsustainable, We Must Remove It – Buhari

October 8, 2022 6:45 am

President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday made a strong case for the removal of fuel subsidy in 2023, asserting that the policy is not in any way sustainable considering current economic realities.

He shared the position while presenting the 2023 budget proposal to the National Assembly which was pegged at N20.51 trillion.

He said, ‘Petrol subsidy has been a recurring and controversial public policy issue in our country since the early eighties.’

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“However, its current fiscal impact has clearly shown that the policy is unsustainable. As a country, we must now …

Ex-South African President Jacob Zuma Released From Jail

Ex-South African President Jacob Zuma Released From Jail

October 8, 2022 6:27 am

Former President of South Africa, Jacob Zuma has finally been released following the expiration of his prison term for contempt of court.

An official of the government made this disclosure in a statement on Friday.

Zuma bagged a 15-month sentence last year after he flouted instructions to participate in a corruption inquiry.

He surrendered himself to South African authorities on July 7, 2021, to begin his jail term causing the worst violence the country had experienced in years as his disgruntled supporters flooded the streets.

Reacting to his freedom, Reuters reported that Zuma said he felt relieved to be …

North Korea Defends Missile Launches, Lambasts U.S.

North Korea Defends Missile Launches, Lambasts U.S.

October 8, 2022 6:11 am

North Korea has provided a defense for its recent spate of ballistic missile launches describing it as a legitimate defence against what it described as a threat by the United States military forces which has run for over a decade.

The missile launches had also not in anyway harmed the safety of civil aviation or posed a threat to neighbouring countries, North Korea’s State-run KCNA news agency said on Saturday, citing officials and a statement from the country’s aviation authorities.

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Pyongyang’s statement is coming on the heels of a …

11 Nigerian Stowaways Rescued On Liberian Waters

11 Nigerian Stowaways Rescued On Liberian Waters

October 8, 2022 5:56 am

Reports reaching the desk of Africa Daily News, New York has it that men Nigerian Immigration Service at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport has taken hold of about 11 Nigerians returned by the Liberian Immigration Service (LIS).

The 11 young men were rescued by the LIS on September 11 on that country’s high sea after stowing away on a sea vessel from the Apapa Port in Lagos four days earlier

The LIS said 14 men comprising 13 Nigerians and a Cameroonian initially stowed away but two Nigerians lost their lives after the crew of the ship tortured them when they …

Wike Makes U-Turn, Withdraws Criminal Charges Against Amaechi

Wike Makes U-Turn, Withdraws Criminal Charges Against Amaechi

October 7, 2022 6:53 am

The Government of Rivers State has confirmed the withdrawal of the criminal charges against the former governor, Rotimi Amaechi, the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Tonye Cole, and five others.

When the matter resumed for ruling on the legality of the use of a private lawyer to prosecute the matter rather than the attorney general of the state, counsel to Rivers State government informed the court of their decision to withdraw the suit.

However, the defense counsel argued that withdrawing the suit at this point was an abuse of court process and asked the …

Again Nigerian Govt Declares Monday Public Holiday

Again Nigerian Govt Declares Monday Public Holiday

October 7, 2022 6:47 am

The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared next Monday, the 10th October 2022 as Public Holiday.

A statement issued by Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola wich was obtained by Africa Daily News, New York said the holiday is to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Mawlid Celebration in commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him).

Aregbesola also used the opportunity to congratulate all Muslims both at home and in the Diaspora for witnessing this year’s occasion.

He admonished all Nigerians to imbibe the spirit of love, patience. tolerance and perseverance which are deep spiritual virtues …

Return Africa’s Stolen Assets, Artefacts, Buhari Warns West

Return Africa’s Stolen Assets, Artefacts, Buhari Warns West

October 7, 2022 6:34 am

The President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari has made a case for the return of stolen assets and artifacts stolen from Africa by the West.

The President made the demand in an article he wrote on Wednesday, saying the clamour for the repatriation of looted treasures is becoming irresistible.

According to the Nigerian leader, Nigerians were delighted by the news this summer that 72 artefacts, known as the Benin Bronzes, held by the Horniman Museum in London were returning home, 125 years after being plundered by British troops.

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Meanwhile, Germany …

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