Kaduna Govt Distributes Ambulances To Health Facilities

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July 25, 2022

Kaduna State government has handed over fifteen ambulances to the thirty one health facilities across the state.

The Commissioner, Ministry of Health, Dr. Amina Muhammed Baloni made the presentation at the ministry in Kaduna.

The Commissioner who was represented by the permanent secretary, Alhaji Adamu Mansur said, “The provision of the ambulances was to boost the delivery of quality health care services to residents of the state.”

He explained that the ambulances will aid in providing emergency services to patients in hospitals.

According to him, each of the ambulance is expected to cover it’s catchment area of primary and secondary health care center that might require such services.

Responding on behalf of the beneficial health facilities, the Medical Director, General hospital Sabon Tasha in Kaduna south, Dr Shagayya Solomon Nagari thanked the state government for the gesture and promised to use it judiciously.

LAWMA embarks on night operations to clear backlog of waste

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Cleopatra Okohai

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July 25, 2022

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The Lagos Waste Management Authority has commenced the clearing of backlogs of wastes across the state.

LAWMA Spokesperson, Folashade Kadiri, confirmed the development in a statement on Sunday in Lagos.

The statement said that the ongoing operation of clearing the backlog of wastes was carried out largely through massive night operations.

It said that the operations conducted between the hours of 10.00 p.m. and 4.00 a.m., were personally coordinated by the Managing Director of LAWMA, Mr. Ibrahim Odumboni.

The statement said that the operation saw the clearance of waste indiscriminately dumped at some unauthorised locations within the state.

It explained that the scarcity of diesel and its exorbitant price had negatively affected the waste evacuation efforts of the Private Sector Participant (PSP) operators and the agency.

It mentioned some of the areas already covered by the operations as Mushin, Oshodi, Ejigbo, Lagos Mainland, Apapa axis, and Surulere.

Others included Lagos Island Ikoyi, Lekki axis, Victoria Island, and Ajah, among others.

The statement quoted Odumboni as saying that the agency had made great progress in clearing the backlog of wastes.

“Remember I said during the week, that we will capitalise on the cessation of rainfall and progress made on the rehabilitation of our landfills to clear the heaps of waste.

“The strategy has paid off as we have successfully cleared waste in most areas of our Lagos Central 1 and 2, as well as East 1 and 2 districts.

“We are happy at the pace of progress, and the operations will continue until all parts of Lagos are covered,” he said.

Odumboni appealed for support from residents to stem the tide of improper waste disposal, by bagging and containerising their waste.

He urged Lagos residents to patronise assigned PSP operators, adding that those caught in the act of reckless waste disposal would be made to face the law.

“We are appealing for cooperation from all residents to restore sanity to our environment.

“Bagging and containerisation of waste, while waiting for evacuation by assigned PSP operators, remains an effective means of curbing indiscriminate waste disposal.

“Anyone caught dumping waste indiscriminately would be sanctioned accordingly,” Odumboni said.

He enjoined residents with complaints and enquiries on waste management-related issues in their areas, to please call LAWMA toll-free lines- 07080601020 and 617 for prompt intervention.

Fury as Michael Johnson questions Nigeria world record

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Henry Williams

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July 25, 2022

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Retired American athletics sports champion, Michael Johnson, has found himself in hot water, after he questioned the accuracy of the clocks at the World Athletic Championships in Oregon, which saw a Nigerian sportswoman Tobi Amusan smash the 100m hurdles world record with a stunning semi-final time of 12.12 seconds.

“I don’t believe 100h times are correct,” the multi Olympic gold medallist tweeted.

“World record broken by .08! 12 PBs set. 5 National records set. And Cindy Sember quote after her PB/NR “I thoroughly I was running slow!” All athletes looked shocked,” he continued.

The previous record of 12.20 was set in 2016 by American Kendra Harrison.

The Nigerian, 25, ran even faster in the final – but her 12.06 was ruled ineligible by an illegal tailwind.

Online some people are lambasting Mr Johnson, with one tweeter calling him “bitter” .

Another person wrote: “Just because its not an American WR doesn’t mean the times were incorrect.”

Another tweeter did not mince their words: “Please just stop this US snobbish nonsense”.

However, there were also some tweets in support of Mr Johnson’s comments, including some who said they agreed, and another who posted: “Well said”.

Mr Johnson has since responded to the online criticism, by saying his comments were simply part of his job.

“In questioning the times of 28 athletes (not 1 athlete) by wondering if the timing system malfunctioned, I was attacked, accused of racism, and of questioning the talent of an athlete I respect and predicted to win. Unacceptable. I move on.”

Failure to collect PVC, vote will be disservice to faith, nation – Ibenu

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Henry Williams

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July 25, 2022

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Christians all over the country have been counselled to effect change they have been praying for in the forthcoming election by ensuring that they take part in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) before the closing date.

John Ibenu, a bishop and the immediate past chairman of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), made the call on Sunday in Lokoja, Kogi State, urging eligible voters to avail themselves of the opportunity provided by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

The renown cleric posited that after all the noise in the land, if eligible electorate fail to collect their permanent voters card (PVC) to vote during next general election it will be highest self-deception and great disservice to Christendom and the nation, adding that the immediate assignment ahead all the Christians is to ensure all eligible voters get registered before the closing date.

World Record: President Buhari Hails Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan

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Henry Williams

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July 25, 2022

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President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed heartfelt congratulations to Tobi Amusan for winning the women’s 100m hurdles gold for Nigeria at the World Athletics Championship 2022, setting a new world record in the semifinals of the athletic event and becoming the first Nigerian to win a World Championship.

In a message, the President joined millions of Nigerians in celebrating the outstanding feat by a compatriot and two-time African Games champion, who in one night stunned the athletics world with her superlative and stellar performance.

The President thanked the track superstar for making the Nigerian national anthem resonate again from the international podium, leaving the nation with the excitement and unforgettable memories of tears of joy and triumph; hope and victory; astonishment and belief.

President Buhari says the legendary career and achievements of the golden girl will continue to inspire the upcoming generations of Nigerian athletes to achieve spectacular success.

The President also commends Ese Brume for representing Nigeria with honour and pride, winning silver medal in the Women’s long jump event.

He lauds Team Nigeria for displaying courage, integrity and good sportsmanship at the world stage, proving that with hard work and determination, success is achievable.

France Energy: Air-Conditioned Shops To Shut Doors To Cut Waste

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Angel Gimalo

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July 25, 2022

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Shops in France will be ordered to close doors when using air conditioning and limit neon lighting in a bid to cut energy waste, a minister has said.

These rules, already in place in some areas, will be rolled out across France, says Minister of Ecological Transition Agnes Pannier-Runacher.

Energy costs in Europe have spiralled since the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Shops will be fined up to €750 (£640) for breaking the air-conditioning rule.

The ban on neon signs is already in force in areas with a population under 800,000. Airports and stations are exempt.

Shell has warned energy rationing cannot be ruled out in the EU, as the region struggles to cope with disruption to gas supplies from Russia.

France continues to experience extreme hot weather, increasing demand for air conditioning.

World Record: Usain Bolt congratulates Tobi Amusan

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July 25, 2022

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World fastest man, Usain Bolt has congratulated Nigeria’s track and field star, Tobi Amusan on her world record-breaking win at the World Athletic Championship in Oregon.

The retired Jamaican sprinter congratulated Amusan via Twitter on Monday.
ThisNigeria reported that Amusan broke the world record at the 100m women’s hurdle to become Nigeria’s first ever gold medalist at the ongoing world Athletics Championship, Eugene, Oregon on Sunday.

Amusan initially broke the world record in the semifinals finishing at 12.12 seconds, before finally finishing with at 12.06 seconds wind assisted win.

The athlete won Nigeria’s first ever gold medal in the championship with this win, and a cash price of one hundred thousand ($100,000) US dollars.

ASUU strike: Blackout looms as electricity workers join NLC solidarity protest

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Henry Williams

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July 25, 2022

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Electricity workers, under the aegis of the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE), say they will join the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in its solidarity protest over the lingering Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) strike.

NLC had directed workers to embark on a nationwide protest on July 26 and 27 in solidarity with the strike by ASUU.

Aviation workers, insurance and financial institution employees, and others have also promised to join the industrial action.

Joe Ajaero, general secretary, NUEE, in a letter dated July 22, directed all its members to participate in the protest over the prolonged closure of tertiary institutions.

Following the union’s decision, Nigeria may witness another round of blackouts beginning on Tuesday.

Last week, the country’s electricity grid collapsed — for the seventh time in 2022 — affecting businesses and livelihoods.

Wild Monkey Rampages: Japanese Police Turning To Tranquiliser Guns To Stem Tide

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Angel Gimalo

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July 25, 2022

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Authorities are still figuring out if one rogue animal or a gang of perpetrators are behind wild monkeys attacks.

In recent weeks, 42 people have been reported injured in Yamaguchi city – including children and the elderly.

The attacks are being blamed on Japanese macaques.

However, while they are a common sight in large parts of the country, incidents like these are unusual.

“It’s rare to see this many attacks in a short period of time,” said one city official, declining to give their name. “Initially only children and women were attacked. Recently elderly people and adult men have been targeted too.”

Attempts to capture the animals with traps ended in failure and police patrols implemented since the first attack in early July have failed to deter the culprits.

Authorities are also unsure if the assaults are the work of a single rogue monkey or several.

Injuries have varied, with local media reporting victims have received anything from scratches, bitten legs and hands, to bitten necks and stomachs.

Children under five more at risk of drowning – WHO

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Cleopatra Okohai

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July 25, 2022

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The World Health Organisation has urged parents to do more to ensure water safety, warning that children under the age of five are at most risk of drowning.

The WHO disclosed this in a statement released on Monday in commemoration of World Drowning Prevention Day.

The world’s health body noted that drowning is one of the leading causes of death globally for children and young people between the ages of one to 24.

WHO also noted that drowning is the third leading cause of injury-related deaths overall, noting that it claims more than 236,000 lives each year.

WHO said, “This year, the theme of World Drowning Prevention Day invites the global community to “do one thing” to prevent drowning.

“Examples of actions that can be taken are as follows: Individuals can share drowning prevention and water safety advice with their families, friends, and colleagues; sign up for swimming or water safety lessons, or support local drowning prevention charities and groups.

“Groups can also host public events to share water safety information, launch water safety campaigns, or commit to developing or delivering new drowning prevention programmes using recommended best practice interventions.

“Governments can develop or announce new drowning prevention policies, strategies, legislation or investment, convene multisectoral roundtables or parliamentary discussions on drowning burden and solutions, and introduce or commit to supporting drowning prevention programming domestically or internationally.”

WHO also said more than 90 per cent of deaths from drowning occur in low- and middle-income countries.

These deaths, WHO said, are from daily routine activities, like bathing, collecting water for domestic use, travelling over water on boats or ferries, and fishing.

Speaking, the WHO Director-General, Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus said the deaths that occur from drowning are preventable through evidence-based, low-cost solutions.

To mitigate the tragedy, WHO recommends six evidence-based measures to prevent drowning which include installing barriers controlling access to water; training bystanders in safe rescue and resuscitation; teaching school-aged children basic swimming and water safety skills; providing supervised daycare for children; setting and enforcing safe boating, shipping and ferry regulations; and improving flood risk management.