The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has said it will build a gas-powered plant in Maiduguri, North-East Borno State to address challenges in electricity supply to the area caused by incessant Boko Haram attacks.
NNPC Group Managing Director (GMD), Mr. Mele Kyari disclosed this on Friday during a courtesy visit to the Borno governor at the Maiduguri Government House.
Mele who led other officials of the corporation, said such project was in line with the president’s cardinal principle to deepen gas consumption in the country.
He said the NNPC and its partners have discussed and decided to establish a dedicated power plant in Maiduguri to “serve the current need and potential supply of gas power to neigbouring cities and border countries like Niger republic.”
The state Governor, Babagana Zulum said the visit of NNPC and its partners can change the entire narrative of the state.
He commended the GMD for the various reforms he introduced at the NNPC.
Former President of the Senate Bukola Saraki has advised Nigeria to find solution to kidnapping through collaborate with countries that had successfully tackled the menace.
He urged the country to learn from these successful countries’ experiences and measures adopted in addressing it.
Saraki gave the advice on Friday during a webinar on the maiden edition of the Grow Nigeria Conversation (GNC), monitored in Abuja.
The webinar was titled: ‘Reversing the Flourishing Economy of Kidnapping and Banditry: Immediate and long-term solutions’.
The event was organised in partnership with The African Political Institute (TAPI) and Adopt A Goal for Development Initiative. Saraki, who was the convener of the dialogue series, said though kidnaping was not new in Nigeria, the current trend of kidnapping for ransom, without any ideology was worrisome.
“It bears stating that kidnapping is not uncommon global phenomenon. Other countries, in the course of their respective histories, experienced similar problems.
“Nigeria can and should definitely learn from such nations as have successfully combated this form of insecurity.
Saraki, who was the convener of the dialogue series, said though kidnaping was not new in Nigeria, the current trend of kidnapping for ransom, without any ideology was worrisome.
“It bears stating that kidnapping is not uncommon global phenomenon. Other countries, in the course of their respective histories, experienced similar problems.
“Nigeria can and should definitely learn from such nations as have successfully combated this form of insecurity.
“There is no need to reinvent the wheel in this regard. This is why my first contribution to today’s discussion is to ask the question:
“Why can’t Nigeria reach out to this countries, which had experienced the same problem, and they have successfully managed it, so that we can learn for what they did or stop doing to solve or reduce a problem?
“I remember in the 70s and 80s, Pakistan, for example, used to experiences large number of cases of kidnapping, we can learn from the experience and how they dealt with this problem,” Saraki said.
The former Senate president also called on youths, especially those with vast skills in Information and Technology (IT) to help deploy their knowledge toward addressing the challenge.
“It would be interesting if some of our experts, particularly our youth, who are participating in this discussion, especially the IT gurus, to tell us why in today’s world, the problem is not tackled.
“It baffles people like myself, that in today’s world with the use of satellite and telecommunication, how is it possible that people can get kidnapped and we are not able to locate where they are for days and weeks?
“Also, how is it possible that a huge amount of money can be paid as ransom in cash and cannot be traced?
“Are we saying that they’re not monetary policies that can be put in place that would deter people from having to be in such possession of such huge amount of cash,” he said.
He also stressed the need to address the challenge of human resources and deployment in the country’s security architecture.
Saraki expressed optimism that the outcome of the webinar would help in solving the country’s security challenges.
He pledged that the recommendations would be sent to relevant stakeholders for implementation, including government agencies and CSOs.
Saraki noted that the platform was conceived as a nonpartisan solution driven and real time dialogue series.
Medical Experts have called on the Federal Government to exercise caution in forcing the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine on Nigerians because of its deadly effects on lots of people that have been vaccinated in other countries.
Dr. Emeke Eze, a Virologist and consultant in special disease gave the warning on Focus Nigeria, an AIT programme where he explained that several countries have suspended the use of the vaccine after repprted cases of blood clots, and some deaths after getting the vaccine.
He referenced Australia, and the Philippines and some countries who recently joined the list of those who suspended the use of the vaccine because of the side effects.
He said the drug is a new substance, and there are lots of protocols that should be observed in testing before it is used on humans.
Dr. Eze added that he’s not against vaccination, but insisted on caution and restraint as the protocols needed to develop a vaccine for humans were not followed in the development of these Covid-19 vaccines.
He pointed out that the manufacturers have made sure that they cannot be sued for any resulting side-effects that may arise as a result of the vaccines making sure the burden of liability is on the governments of countries who procure the vaccine.
He added that without the vaccines, most people contracting the virus would not require hospitalization as eventually people would develop immunity against the virus.
Jose Mourinho has claimed he will resist the temptation to discuss Manchester United’s prolific threat from the penalty spot with his Tottenham players.
United travel to face Spurs tomorrow having been awarded nine penalties in 30 Premier League games this season, scoring eight. Only Leicester have been awarded more, 10.
Bruno Fernandes scored his 11th penalty of the season in all competitions as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s team won 2-0 at Granada in the first leg of their Europa League quarter final on Thursday.
“I cannot go to a football match concerned, I can’t,” said Spurs boss Mourinho when asked about United’s penalty threat. “I don’t think it’s the right frame of mind to go to a football match concerned. So I’m not going concerned. And I don’t want my players to be.
“They have to go to a football match with positive feelings, enjoying the game, enjoying the dimension and the difficulty of the game. Coping with the responsibility. Coping with the pressure, good pressure. So that’s what I want.
Barcelona head into the game two points ahead of Real Madrid and aiming to keep the pressure on leaders Atletico. Only three points separate the top three as we head towards the run-in, and tonight’s game could go a long way to deciding where title ends up at the end of the season.
Atletico’s loss away to Sevilla last weekend has blown the Spanish title race wide open. For the first time in more than three months,
The Catalans depend on their own results to be crowned La Liga champions. They travel to the Spanish capital unbeaten in 19 league games; win their remaining nine fixtures and they will finish top for the first time in two years.
With Atletico not in action until tomorrow night, Barcelona will overtake the long-time leaders by avoiding defeat against Los Blancos.
The Catalan giants warmed up for this contest with a 1-0 triumph over Real Valladolid on Monday evening, the decisive goal coming from Ousmane Dembele during the closing stages.
Real Madrid are also playing with belief and real momentum. Zinedine Zidane’s side are flying high after their comprehensive 3-1 victory over Liverpool in their Champions League quarter-final first leg on Tuesday.
Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI), parent company of the Ecobank Group, has announced the appointment of Tomisin Fashina as its new Group Executive for Operations & Technology, a position he will now hold in addition to his existing role of Managing Director of eProcess International.
Ade Ayeyemi, CEO Ecobank Group said: “The rapidly accelerating digital adoption by Africa’s citizenry and businesses, together with the explosion in ecommerce across the continent, is driving transformation throughout the banking and payment sectors. Winning across operations and technology is essential for the Ecobank Group’s short, medium and long-term success, and is an integral requirement of our ongoing determination to continue to meet the evolving expectations of our customers. Tomisin is well experienced to ensure this, and his new role provides him with an overarching view of our operations and technology functions.”
The statement signed by Adenike Laoye Group Head Corporate Communications/ Chief of Staff to the Group Chief Executive Officer and distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ecobank said; “Tomisin has over 30 years of experience, predominantly in technology management and financial services. Before joining the Ecobank Group, Tomisin was the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Steward Bank Harare Zimbabwe.
He has also been Chief Executive Officer for Yookos, a social media company, and has held several positions at Barclays Bank, including General Manager & Head, Transactional Banking Products, and Channels Management and Director, Cash Management & Payments.”
The statement added: “Prior to this, at Citigroup South Africa, he held leadership roles in its Global Transaction Services as Division Head & Director, Client Delivery, sub-Saharan Africa; and Division Head, Electronic Banking & Implementation, sub-Saharan Africa.
Tomisin has a BSc degree in Computer Engineering from Obafemi Awolowo University, a Master of Business Administration in Marketing from the University of Lagos and a PhD in Business Management in Leadership from Capella University, Minnesota, USA.
Dr. Fashina succeeds Eddy Ogbogu as Group Executive, Operations & Technology, following Eddy’s recent retirement after serving the Group for 11 years.
South-East Abia State Governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu has officially performed the ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of the Aba Leather And Garment Industrial Cluster and the Enyimba City Garment Industry all located at Umunneato, Umukalika in Obingwa Local Government Area.
Speaking at the event, Governor Ikpeazu said Enyimba City Garment Industry, which is solely sponsored by his government would be completed this year while the Aba Leather And Garment Industrial Cluster being done in partnership with Total Value Integrated Services Nigeria Limited would equally be completed and commissioned before he leaves office.
He said that Aba is a major contributor towards what Nigeria can showcase in leather and garment production, hence the need to provide the needed ambience for the development of the ‘can do spirit’ of the artisans.
Governor Okezie Ikpeazu said that since 2015, the strategy of his administration has been to deploy the advantages available in the economies of scale to make sure government provides common services and enable Abia artisans to scale up their manufacturing skills.
He directed the contractor to work in line with specifications and ensure proper things are done by creating a sustainable ecosystem to manage storm water in the environment.
He also urged members of the host communities to continue to give their cooperation to enable the project to be realized accordingly.
The Governor who expressed happiness that finally the State has provided a befitting place for the artisans in the leather and garment sub sector assured that his government would provide everything needed to ensure that artisans in the State occupy their rightful place in the scheme of things.
Earlier in his speech, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Industry, Rev. Mba Eme said that the journey that started since 2006 is gradually becoming a reality as the foundation laying ceremony has been performed.
He disclosed that the cluster would contain 15, 000 shops while the Garment Factory will have a capacity of producing 1,500 garments of different kinds daily.
The cluster too will have such facilities as Fire Service Station, Police Station, Banks, Clinics, Toilets, CCTV Cameras, Standby Power Supply, among others.
According to him, Abia artisans would leverage on the industrial clusters to promote Made in Aba products.
The Project developer Chief Chris Simon of Total Value Integrated Services said that the Leather and Garment Cluster would accomodate leather and garment artisans in Ariaria and other parts of the State.
He described the project which is a PPP arrangement between his company and Abia State Government as first of its kind in the State.
Nigeria’s Acting Inspector General Of Police, Usman Baba Alkali NPM, psc (+), fdc has announced the reappointment of DCP Frank Mba and Ag. cP Idowu Owohunwa as Force Public Relations Officer and Principal Staff Officer to the IGP respectively.
A new Force Secretary AIG Hafiz Inuwa was also announced to replace Mustapha Dandaura who has been redeployed to Zone 7, Abuja.
Frank Mba, a Deputy Commissioner of Police and a Lawyer, is an alumnus of the University of Lagos where he studied Law. He also has a Masters Degree in Law from the University of Dundee, Scotland- United Kingdom.
A product of the Nigeria Police Academy, Kano where he had his initial police trainings, Frank is a graduate of the prestigious FBI National Academy, Quantico- USA. He also holds a Certificate in National and International Security from the Harvard University, USA.
The new Inspector General of Police has therefore charged him to bring his wealth of experience to bear in revamping the image of the Force, improving the relationship between the citizens and the police, bridging existing communication gap between the police and its stakeholders, and assisting the IGP in realizing his Mission and Vision for the Force and the nation.
A passionate and versatile police officer who has worked in multiple police units and departments across the country, Frank has attended some of the finest Law Enforcement trainings, both within and outside Nigeria.
These include:Countering Violent Extremism and Police Leadership Course at the International Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA), Roswell, New Mexico, USA (2018); Strategic Leadership and Command Course, Police Staff College, Jos (2017); Crisis and Disaster Management Course, Israel (2013); Managing the Media in Crisis Situations, School of Media and Communications, Pan Atlantic University, Lagos (2013); US-sponsored International Visitor Leadership Program, with special focus on International Crime Issues, Washington DC (2010); General Criminal Investigation Course at the International Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA), Botswana (2009); Middle Management Course on Global Peace Operations in Vicenza, Italy (2008); amongst others.
He was a member of the Nigeria Police Contingent to the United Nations Peace-Keeping Mission in Liberia between 2006 and 2007, where he distinguished himself through a combination of hard work, professionalism, and discipline, thereby earning himself the prestigious UN Medal.
He has since assumed duty as the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Force Headquarters, Abuja.
Among numerous fashion trends, luxury fashion brand Jil Sander, under the vision of Lucie and Luke Meier, has come up with a new apron.
What is so extraordinary about it, you ask? The brand has come up with three varieties of designer aprons that cost a bomb.
The aprons are throw-overs in undyed natural cotton. Along with this, the aprons have a graphic-text printed front with quotes like “Never Fade Away” or “Blue Windows Behind The Stars”.
One of them features gold-toned metal studs on either side while another is designed like a wraparound with a gold-toned studded fastening strap.
The aprons that are part of the brand’s Spring/Summer 2021 collection, are priced at a whopping 650 Euros.
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