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 Customs, NCCSALW Deepend Collaboration To Fight Against Proliferation of Small Arms The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has, on Tuesday, 6 August 2024, re-echoed its readiness to intensify surveillance and strict enforcement measures to ensure greater security and stability for all Nigerians by curbing the proliferation of small arms and light weapons across the country. Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, made this known when he received a delegation of the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW), led by its National Coordinator, DIG Babatunde Kokumo (rtd), at the Service's Headquarters in Abuja.  Addressing the entourage, CGC Adeniyi described the appointment of retired DIG Babatunde Kokumo as the National Coordinator of NCCSALW by President Ahmed Bola Tinubu as “placing a round peg in a round hole” — and expressed readiness to strengthen their old age alliance to promote public safety and security through advocacy and effective

 UK, US delegates arrive Osun for traditional festival.  Delegates from the United States of America, United Kingdom, Venezuela, Cuba, as well as, Trinidad and Tobago, on Wednesday stormed Osogbo, Osun State to attend annual convention of ‘Peers of Heaven’ group, otherwise known in Yoruba language as ‘Emere.’ A delegate from United States, who identified herself as Osunsola, who was attending the festival for the fourth time, said though she was born and raised in US, she was able to establish her Nigerian nationality and Yoruba heritage through DNA.. Osunsola, who commended the organisers of the festival, further said, ‘Peers of Heavens’ are helpers of their earthly colleagues, and should be respected and pampered..

 Absence of ceasefire hurting fight against polio in Gaza, WHO says The global health body says virus could spread even beyond Gaza if violence does not end to enable immunisation push.  We need a ceasefire, even a temporary ceasefire to successfully undertake these campaigns. Otherwise, we risk the virus spreading further, including across borders,” said Hanan Balkhy, regional WHO director.. On July 30, the Health Ministry in Gaza declared the Palestinian territory to be a “polio epidemic zone”, blaming the reappearance of the virus on Israel’s 10-month military offensive and the resulting destruction of health facilities.. The ministry said the CPV2 strain of the virus was detected in wastewater samples taken in the Khan Younis region in the south of the Strip, as well as in areas of central Gaza.. Children under five are most at risk from the viral disease, especially infants under two, since normal vaccination campaigns have been disrupted by the conflict..

 ONGOING HOME AFFAIRS INVESTIGATION FINDS PRIMA FACIE INDICATIONS OF FRAUD COMMITTED BY CHIDIMMA ADETSHINA'S MOTHER  The Department of Home Affairs herewith provides an update on the ongoing investigation into the citizenship of Chidimma Adetshina, a contestant in the upcoming Miss SA event. The reason for the ongoing nature of the investigation is that its scope has broadened since the original request received from the organisers of Miss SA, based on the information uncovered by Home Affairs investigators thus far. The Department nonetheless provides this public update based on the official request received from Miss SA, as well as the consent provided by both the contestant and her mother. We will provide a final update once the investigation is concluded. On Monday, 05 August 2024, the organisers of the event sent the Department a request to verify the citizenship of a contestant, Chidimma Adetshina. This request was accompanied by written consent from both Adetshina and her mo

 Pilot from Louisville, Kentucky mysteriously vanishes while flying near the Bahamas. 59-year-old Christopher Moore has gone missing along with his single engine Bristell plane.  According to Christopher's wife, Stacey Love, he had flown out of Sebastian, Florida and was scheduled to land at Marsh Harbour Airport. Mrs. Love says Christopher vanished on approach to the airport, she added for some reason his signal faded and then was just gone from radar.  The U.S Coast Guard and officials from the Bahamas, conducted a 2 day search before calling off search efforts after finding no sign of Christopher or his plane. Love says, "I wish we would get more resources and help. There is no sign of that plane and it's very shallow water, it tells me they are missing something because we should be able to find him." She added that he was a very experienced pilot and had been flying for 9 years.

 Indiana Bible College student loses his life after falling during impromptu bible study at Grand Canyon. 20-year-old Abel Mejia was from North Carolina but was a freshman at the Indiana Bible College. Abel was on a trip to visit churches in New Mexico and Arizona when his group decided to visit the Grand Canyon. While experiencing the awesome beauty of the park the group were moved to hold an impromptu bible study. They were holding the bible study about a quarter mile west of the Pipe Creek Overlook when Abel slipped over the rim and fell 400 ft. The park service reports that Abel is the 10th person to lose his life this year at the Grand Canyon. The family would like it noted that Abel was not on his phone at the time of the accident. More photos below. 

 St. Louis rapper Nelly was arrested at the Hollywood Casino early Wednesday morning. According to reports Cornell Hayes AKA "Nelly" was arrested by Missouri Highway Patrol around 4:45 am Wednesday morning.  He is being charged with possession of a controlled substance after officers found several ecstasy pills in his possession. He was also charged for no insurance and failure to appear on a previous traffic charge. There is no further information on whether he has been released or not at this time.

  TWO DEAD AND MANY OTHERS TRAPPED AS A HOTEL IN GERMANY PARTIALLY COLLAPSED.. Two people have been killed in Kröv, Germany, after a hotel building partially collapsed late on Tuesday night, while several others remain trapped under the rubble. Rescue operations are ongoing with more than 200 emergency services personnel at the scene. Fourteen people were inside the hotel at the time of the incident, according to local police. A two-year-old child, a man and two women have been rescued so far, as reported by German broadcaster SWR. Located near the banks of the River Moselle, the hotel's roof collapsed at around 23:00 local time (21:00 GMT) on Tuesday, shattering windows as the top floor of the building collapsed onto the lower floor. One more photo below.

  Bangladeshi Nobel peace prize laureate MOHAMMAD YUNUS will be sworn in as the head of the interim government of Bangladesh.  This is according to the Army Chief of Staff WAKER-UZ-ZAMAN, who said the calls of the protesters will be respected..  Congratulations to Mohamed Yunus and the Bangladeshi citizens..  We will be profiling MOHAMMAD YUNUS after his oath of office..  INITIAL REPORT  BANGLADESH PROTESTERS WANT NOBEL PRIZE WINNER MUHAMMAD YUNUS TO LEAD AN INTERIM GOVERNMENT..   A key organizer of Bangladesh’s student protests Tuesday called for Nobel Peace Prize laureate MUHAMMAD YUNUS to head an interim government, a day after longtime Prime Minister SHEIKH HASINA resigned and fled the country following weeks of deadly unrest. HASINA resigned and fled the country by helicopter to India and she will be heading to London today according to sources close to her.As protesters defied military curfew orders to march on the capital, before thousands of demonstrators stormed her official r

 RITA EDOCHIE WAGES WAR AGAINST BBL GANG AS THE NATION WIDE PROTEST ENTERS DAY 7 . I BOLDLY AND FEARLESSLY COME TO TELL YOU NOT TO JOIN THIS BBL GANG OF A THING IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO . THOSE THAT HAVE DONE IT , YOUR D@YS ARE NUMBERED.  YOU WILL DEFINITELY EAT YOUR OWN TEARS,  FOR EVERY PAIN YOU CAUSED YOUR SELF .  GOD ALMIGHTY MUST LICK YOU IN THAT PAIN FOR RECREATING HIS CREATION IN YOU.  AND UNTIL YOU STOP RECREATING HIS CREATION , UNU GA NA ANU UDAYA MAKA NA MONEY WILL RUN FAR AWAY FROM YOU SO YOU CAN NOT MAINTAIN IT .  FOR ALL THOSE MEN , THEY ARE DOING IT FOR , TRUST ME IT DOESN'T TAKE GOD A MINUTE TO DESTROY EVERY TOWER OF INIQUITY.  KEEP SEEING A SPADE AND CALLING IT A SHOVEL,  KEEP SEEING WHAT IS BLACK AND TAGGING IT WHITE,  CHUKWU ADA ALARU ULA . GOOD MORNING GREAT LOVERS OF RITA EDOCHIE, HAVE YOU A SOUL LIFTING WEDNESDAY 😘😍🥰💚💚💚💚💚💚💚.

 STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE  PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS GOVERNING COUNCILS OF FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES AND INSTITUTIONS  President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the following Nigerians to the governing councils of these federal universities and tertiary institutions of learning:  NIGERIAN MARITIME UNIVERSITY, OKERENKOKO, DELTA STATE   (1) Temi Harriman -- Chairman (2) Adeola Adeogun -- Member (3) Benedict Aguele -- Member (4) Freeman Kasa -- Member (5) Babangida Alhassan Abdullahi -- Member NIGERIAN UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, ABUJA (1) Rabe Mudi Bala -- Chairman   (2) Mr. Akinola Fagbemi -- Member (3) Rakiatou Bagnou -- Member (4) Alwel Egwurugu -- Member (5) Femi Osabinu -- Member FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE, BASSAM-BIRI, BAYELSA   (1) Bram Baifa -- Chairman (2) Richard Odigbo -- Member (3) Yomi Johnson -- Member (4) Fatima Owuna -- Member (5) Christy Akpehuan Omoruyi -- Member FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES, KWALE, DELTA STATE   (1) Ahmadu Barau Banye

 Update- American woman found chained to a tree in India admits she chained herself to the tree and she was never married. 50-year-old Lalita Kumar was found chained to a tree deep in the Indian Jungle on June 27th. The shepard who discovered her quickly notified authorities and a rescue effort ensued. When local authorities arrived on scene they discovered an emaciated Kumar bound to a tree by iron chains. Her passport and an expired Visa along with some other personel effects were found near by. Once she was freed and taken to a nearby hospital Kunar alleged said she could only communicate through writing because she had lock jaw. Through a series of notes she outlined a shocking story where her husband had chained her to the tree and she hadn't eaten in 40 days. Indian officials were skeptical from the beginning, saying that although she was emaciated, they didn't believe a person could actually survive such an ordeal. After some investigating, her story began to fall apart.

 Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has mourned the passing of human rights activist and former Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ikeja Branch, Barr. Comrade Adesina Ogunlana. Governor Sanwo-Olu, who described Ogunlana’s death as shocking and a great loss to Lagos State, commiserated with the deceased family and the entire members of the NBA, particularly the Ikeja Branch, over the death of “the fearless and courageous lawyer.” In a statement issued on Wednesday, by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, Governor Sanwo-Olu described the death of Ogunlana as a great loss to his family, associates, clients, and legal practitioners. He said Comrade Ogunlana, who is referred to as “Serubawon” by some of his colleagues, lived a fulfilled life by making positive impact in the lives of the ordinary people, during his lifetime. Governor Sanwo-Olu prayed for the repose of the soul of the dead and for God to grant the family and friends of the d

 I Will Expose the Truth When the Time Comes – NNPC Boss Kyari Speaks on Sabotaging Economy The Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, has declared that he will reveal the truth about the company’s operations when the time is right. Kyari made this assertion on Wednesday while testifying before a Senate ad-hoc committee investigating alleged economic sabotage in the petroleum industry. Led by Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, the committee is probing the oil firm’s activities amidst controversy and public scrutiny. Kyari denied any involvement in the importation of sub-standard products, stating that NNPCL is committed to transparency and honesty. The CEO expressed frustration over unfair media attacks, which he believes are aimed at tarnishing the company’s reputation and creating the impression of economic sabotage. “We are not criminals, we are not thieves,” Kyari said. “We will protect our dignity so we can serve this country.” Kyari

 Tinubu’s Administration Aims to Correct Historical Missteps, Not Cause Hardship - Information Minister Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said the Tinubu Administration’s primary focus is not to impose hardship on Nigerians but to correct poor policies and dysfunctional choices that have historically hindered Nigeria's progress, with bold and effective solutions. Idris stated this in Abuja on Wednesday while briefing the Diplomatic Community on the recent nationwide protest at a meeting held in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He said President Tinubu is determined to implement reforms that would drive sustainable growth and improve the quality of life for all citizens, stressing that the current challenges are only temporary. “It is important to kick off on this note: that President Tinubu did not come to office to cause hardship or make life difficult for Nigerians. He has come to office with bold solutions to historical problems; with the dete

 PRESS RELEASE  7th August 2024  The editors,  NATIONAL PROTEST: Relaxation of Curfew as Security Situation Improves in Azare Town  The Bauchi State Police Command is glad to announce that following steady improvements in the security situation, the curfew previously imposed on Azare town on Monday, August 5th, has been adjusted. The 24-hour curfew has now been reduced to a more manageable 12-hour period from 6 PM to 6 AM daily.  We extend our appreciation to the residents for their incredible cooperation and patience during this period. Together with other security agencies in the state, the Command remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens. SP Ahmed Mohammed Wakil, Anipr, Police Public Relations Officer, For: Commissioner of Police, Bauchi State Command

 ‘I Don’t Really Want My Photo In Offices’-Senegalese President President Bassirou Diomaye Faye Advocates for a New Symbol in Offices: The Picture of Your Children In a profound and heartfelt statement, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal encapsulated a vision that goes beyond political leadership. “I don’t really want my picture in your offices,” he declared, standing against the backdrop of the national flag. “Because I’m not God, neither I’m icon but I am a servant to the Nation. Instead, put the pictures of your children so that you will look at them whenever you are about to take a decision.”

 UK braces for day of unrest amid fears of far-right riots in 30 locations Thousands of police have been deployed to avert possible attacks on immigration solicitors and refugee centres.. Liverpool, United Kingdom – The United Kingdom is bracing for another day of unrest with more far-right race riots reportedly planned in several cities.. Activists monitoring far-right communications fear that on Wednesday, racist mobs could target at least 30 locations. They say solicitors and advice groups which support migrants across the country – as well as immigration centres – could be attacked..

 Students, other Muslims protect temples, churches amid Bangladesh unrest Rights groups, diplomats had raised concerns over reports of attacks on minorities after PM Hasina quit, fled country.. Student leaders in Bangladesh have asked supporters to guard Hindu temples and churches as diplomats and rights groups expressed concerns over reports of attacks on minority groups after the prime minister resigned amid a national uprising.. There was euphoria – but also looting and the ransacking of national monuments and government buildings – after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country on Monday following weeks of deadly demonstrations against her government..

 UK reassures Nigerians on safety amidst unrest.  The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, has assured the Nigerian diaspora in the United Kingdom of their safety following recent unrest in various cities across the country.. Montgomery gave the assurance during a meeting with the Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa.. Montgomery, in a statement signed by one of the media and Public Relations Unit staff members of the commission, Gabriel Odu, on Wednesday addressed concerns about the disturbances affecting 12 towns in the UK.. He revealed that the UK government was implementing measures to restore order, including the establishment of a special task force of 60 courts with police and legal operatives to tackle the criminal activities linked to the unrest..

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 Veteran South African actress, Connie Chiume (72) passed away on Tuesday, 06 August 2024. The news of her death was announced through a statement on her Instagram page (@conniechiume), with the family stating her passing at Garden City Hospital in Johannesburg, and requesting privacy during this difficult time.

 LASG TASKS MOTHERS ON EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING The Lagos State Government has charged breastfeeding mothers and pregnant women to support the state government's advocacy on exclusive breastfeeding. This advice was given by the Medical Director/CEO, the General Hospital, Ijede, Dr. Olufemi Aletan in commemoration of the year 2024 World Breastfeeding Week on Monday at the facility. According to Dr. Aletan, the advocacy in the state on exclusive breastfeeding is the state government's initiative through the office of the First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. (Mrs.) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu to continually encourage mothers’ and pregnant women on the importance and benefits of exclusive breastfeeding. He informed that the state government has made it mandatory for civil servants to go on maternity leave for six months to breastfeed their babies adequately, noting that exclusive breastfeeding is an instinct that aids bonding between mother and baby. The Medical Director stated further th

 HAMZAT STRESSES CONTINUOUS YOUTH ENGAGEMENT FOR DEVELOPMENT  Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat has said that the State Government would continue to engage, interact, and communicate with the youth believing that this would enable them to collaborate and partner with the government in achieving the set desired goals and programmes. Speaking today on Arise TV Programme, “The Morning Show” Dr. Hamzat added that the Lagos State government has been engaging the youth across different sectors to get them involved in how things are done and run in the country. He said Lagos is committed to providing the youth with ‘cutting-edge’ facilities and technology, thereby, empowering them to reach their full potential, including the desire to drive innovation and growth in the state. The Deputy Governor highlighted some of the initiatives the current administration has put in place to ensure that the youth are engaged and unleash their potential for prosperity, noting that some of

 NIGERIA SECURITY AND CIVIL DEFENCE CORPS ( NSCDC ). LAGOS STATE COMMAND. PRESS STATEMENT. PROTEST MONITORING IN SOUTHWEST: ACG INVESTIGATION VISITS  LAGOS COMMAND, COMMENDS PERSONNEL, HARPS ON STAKEHOLDERS' ENGAGEMENT. The Assistant Commandant General in charge of Investigation, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps ( NSCDC ), National Headquarters, Abuja, ACG Makinde Iskil Ayinla visited, the Lagos State Command today, Tuesday, 6th August, 2024. His visit was aimed at monitoring the activities, conduct and operational performance of personnel amongst other very salient reasons in the state. The Assistant Commandant General in charge of Investigation also doubles as the Supervisor of the Corps, for the Nationwide Protest in SouthWest of Nigeria. He therefore , seized the opportunity to address the management of the command in an urgent crucial meeting in the command. In the ACG's address to the management of the command, he delivered, the goodwill message of the Commandant

 LASG TO CLAMPDOWN ON BUILDINGS UNDER CONSTRUCTION NOT SUPERVISED BY RELEVANT PROFESSIONALS The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has stated that it will start sealing construction sites in the State that are not supervised by relevant professionals in the built environment. The General Manager of the Agency, Arc. Gbolahan Oki made this known today when setting up an Adhoc Task Force to enforce the directive in his Office in Ikeja. Oki said the State has observed with dismay the non-involvement of relevant professionals in the built environment in building constructions in the State and has therefore directed that  property owners and developers all over the State must ensure that all relevant professionals in the built environment such as Structural/Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineers, builders and Architects are fully engaged in their building projects. He averred that henceforth, LASBCA will be visiting building sites and any site that flouts the directive to engage b

 PRESS RELEASE YOUTH EMPOWERMENT: NIGERIA POLICE FORCE HOSTS YOUTH SUMMIT TO CELEBRATE UN INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DAY As IGP Harps on All Inclusivity for Effective Policing Recognising the vital role of young people in shaping our nation's future and protecting development, the Nigeria Police Force has put together the Nigeria Police Youth Summit, to commemorate the 2024 International Youths Day, scheduled to hold on Monday, August 12, 2024, at the Nigeria Police Resource Center, Jabi, Abuja.  The summit themed "Enhancing Nigerian Youth Value for National Security Intelligence", is set to feature discussions on youth empowerment, national security, and intelligence. Interactive sessions on crime prevention, conflict resolution, social media and community engagement.  The summit will also showcase the machineries set in motion to boost the innovative solutions to Nigeria's multidimensional issues by our youths.  The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun,

 Fuel Subsidy Is Back – Obasanjo Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, revealed that fuel subsidy which was removed by the Federal Government in 2023 has been reintroduced due to inflation. President Bola Tinubu during his inaugural address on May 29, 2023, had declared that fuel subsidy “is gone.” The development has led to the increase of petrol price from about N200 to over N600 per litre. In an interview with the Financial Times, Obasanjo faulted the manner in which the subsidy was removed by the government. According to him, the government should have implemented some measures before the subsidy removal. He, however, explained that the subsidy has “come back” due to the inflation rate. “There’s a lot of work that needs to be done. Not just wake up one morning and say you removed the subsidy. Because of inflation, the subsidy that we have removed is not gone. It has come back,” Obasanjo said. He also highlighted the need for investor confidence in Nigeria, stating, “You have to go f