Live Camera Update For 300 Roads Launched In Lagos

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October 22, 2023

The Lagos State Governor, Mr Jidesanwoolu, has launched the lagostraffic961 ‘Live Camera Update’ Project at the station’s premises, Radio House, Lateef Jakande Road, Agidingbi, Ikeja.

The ‘Live Camera Update’ will cover over 300 roads and highways in the state (in the first instance and up to 3000 later) and will also help in capturing happenings in Lagos which is in line with the Lagos Smart City project.

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This project is aimed at delivering timely, accurate, detailed and above all real-time traffic information to the motoring public and commuters within and outside the State.

The Governor was represented by the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi.

How Will This Work?

Traffic surveillance cameras work by using a combination of image capture and video recording technologies.

These cameras are strategically placed at various locations on roads and highways to monitor and record traffic conditions in real-time.

Image capture technology involves the use of high-resolution cameras that capture still images of the traffic scene.

These cameras are equipped with lenses that can zoom in and out to capture clear images of vehicles, license plates, and other relevant details.

The cameras are often equipped with infrared sensors to ensure visibility in low-light conditions.

Video recording technology is also employed to capture continuous footage of the traffic flow.

This involves the use of cameras that record video at a specific frame rate, typically 30 frames per second.

The recorded video can be stored locally on the camera or transmitted to a central monitoring station for further analysis.

In recent years, there have been advancements in traffic surveillance camera technology.

For example, some cameras now have built-in artificial intelligence capabilities that can automatically detect and track vehicles, pedestrians, and other objects of interest.

This allows for more efficient monitoring and analysis of traffic patterns.

Furthermore, some cameras are equipped with advanced analytics software that can detect and alert authorities to specific events, such as accidents, traffic congestion, or suspicious activities.

This helps in improving response times and overall traffic management.

Overall, traffic surveillance cameras play a crucial role in monitoring and managing traffic conditions.

They provide valuable data for traffic engineers, law enforcement agencies, and city planners to make informed decisions and improve the efficiency and safety of road networks.

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Lagos Smart City

The Smart City project is led by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, assisted by several individuals and organizations in both the public and private sectors.

The government has assigned a budget of 250 million nairas (around $640,000) toward research on tech infrastructure in Lagos.

This will be under the management of the Lagos State Science, Research and Innovation Council, which will invest in fields such as AI, robotics, biomedical informatics and sustainable energy.

The Smart City project aims for multi-level integration, with the government providing funds and direction for the private sector.

This strategy aims to improve tech infrastructure in Lagos and increase the city’s productivity.

Enyimba FC Vs Wydad Casablanca: Africa Football League Quater-final First Leg Preview

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Emenike Agu

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October 22, 2023

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Nigerian club, Enyimba FC will lock horns vs Wydad Casablanca of Morocco in a Africa Football League quater-final first leg clash on Sunday, October 22.

TIME: That match will kick-off by 7pm

VENUE: The 30000 capacity, Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo the Akwa Ibom State capital is venue for the Enyimba FC Vs Wydad Casablanca showdown.

Enyimba FC have adopted the nearby venue for it’s Africa Football League campaign after it’s home ground in Aba fell short of approved standard.

FORM GUIDE: The People’s Elephants have had a poor start to the 2023/2024 season, with one win in their last four games in all competitions.

The Nigeria Premier Football League champions were knocked out of the CAF Competition by Al Ahly Benghazi on (4-3) aggregate, while their domestic campaign has yielded one win in two games. A 3-2 win over Akwa United FC of Uyo on whose home ground they will face Wydad on Sunday evening.

Enyimba Aba are one of the most successful teams in Africa and are well prepared to take on the best team in Morocco.

For Wydad Casablanca, their pedigree as three-time African Champion plus twenty-two domestic league titles makes them a giant in Africa.

Just months ago, the Moroccan club failed to retain the CAF Champions League last season as they were overthrown by Al Ahly.

Wydad Casablanca have lost once since the season began, scoring thirteen times while conceding four goals

The Red Castle are a very organized and disciplined team, and with their recent performances, they’ll definitely give Enyimba FC a good game in Uyo.

WHAT HAS BEEN SAID: Both teams have talked tough ahead of the match which is the third game of the maiden Africa Football League campaign.

Enyimba FC Head Coach, Finidi George says his players are not under pressure and so will do their best to make the fans proud.

For the visitors, the fact that no home team has won in the AFL yet is enough boost to play their game against the People’s Elephants, according to their Coach, ‘ Wydad is ready for the Enyimba FC challenge ‘.

PREDICTION TIPS: The Elephants have just a win in their last four, while Wydad Casablanca have been in blistering form, scoring three times in each of their last three games.

Despite their slow start to the season, Enyimba are cut out for games like this. They will likely dominate this fixture; however, the Red Castle are not one of the sides to be intimidated on the road.

The Elephants conceded twice in their most recent game, and we are confident they won’t be able to shut out the visitors so expect both teams to score in a match that could go either way.

Super Falcons In UEFA Women’s Champions League: Oshoala, Ucheibe Set For Collision

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Emenike Agu

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October 22, 2023

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This year’s UEFA Women’s Champions League will contain a number of Super Falcons after their respective clubs made it into the 16-team group stage of the tournament.

Chiamaka Nnadozie has long been considered as Africa’s best goalkeeper and one of the best in the world. She has reinforced that belief in the last few months, first in the FIFA Women’s World Cup, and then in the qualifiers for the UEFA Women’s Champions League.

After her penalty saving heroics knocked out Arsenal in the previous round, she came up with a brilliant penalty save against last year’s finalists Wolfsburg as her Paris FC side sent them out of the competition to reach the group stage.

Paris FC will face English champions Chelsea, Real Madrid Femeni and BK Hacken in their group.

Elsewhere, Super Falcons duo Asisat Oshoala and Christy Ucheibe are set to meet in the group stage of the tournament after their respective teams were drawn together.

Ucheibe was on the scoresheet for Benfica Women as they sealed their place in the group stage of the competition with a comfortable win. The Portuguese champions will face reigning champions FC bARCELONA Femeni and Oshoala, as well as Halimatu Ayinde‘s FC Rosengard in the group phase.

Lastly, Super Falcons defender Nicole Payne and her PSG Feminine side overcame the test of Manchester United Women to reach the group stage. They will face AS Roma, Ajax and Bayern Munich in their group.

Oshoala Nets Brace For Barcelona Femeni

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Emenike Agu

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October 22, 2023

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FC Barcelona Femeni striker Asisat Oshoala scored twice for the Spanish champions as they spanked Granada 6-1, before paying homage to departed artiste Mohbad.

Barcelona have dominated their league in impressive fashion, winning each of their first five matches to start the league season.

Against Granada, they wasted no time to take the lead through Spanish star Patri Guijarro in the sixth minute, before right-back Ona Batlle doubled their advantage in the 29th minute.

The champions had to wait until the second half to add to their tally, with youngster Salma Paralluelo adding her name to the scoresheet in the 59th minute. Mariona Caldentey scored her side’s fourth goal in the 66th minute, as well.

Oshoala added her name to the scoresheet twice in quick succession at the Estadi Johan Cruyff. She scored her side’s fifth in the 80th minute before scoring her second only two minutes later. In celebration, she lifted up her shirt to reveal a shirt with which she paid homage to the late artiste.

Iheanacho Scores As Leicester Defeats Swansea To Extend English Championship Lead

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Emenike Agu

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October 22, 2023

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Nigerian striker, Kelechi Iheanacho scored the third and final goal as Leicester City FC defeated Swansea City to extend their English Championship Lead.

Iheanacho came on as a substitute for veteran English forward, Jamie Vardy in the 83rd minute to score the third goal as Leicester City FC defeated Swansea 1-3 in the English Championship week 12 clash.

That goal was a follow up on his brilliant strike for Nigeria in the 2-2 International Friendly draw vs Saudi Arabia on October 13 in Portugal.

Iheanacho’s International teammate, Wilfred Ndidi kept his place in midfield days after being named joint winner of the Leicester City September goal of the month award.

The Foxes fell behind after 20 minutes following a goal by Matt Grimes.

The Foxes bounced back just before half-time courtesy of a strike from Jannik Vestergaard.

In the 63rd minute, Leicester City took the lead through Isahaku Fatawu.

Iheanacho was sent on by Coach Enzo Maresca in the 83rd minute, and it took him just three minutes to make his impact felt as he scored in the 87th minute.

Iheanacho got on the end of a pass from midfield and made a fast move forward . The forward was lucky to get the final touch to score and seal a 1-3 win for Leicester City FC.

The 27-year-old Nigerian international has taken his tally in the Championship to five goals and one assist in 12 games.

In all competitions , Iheanacho has scored six goals and assisted two others in 14 appearances.

With the victory over Swansea City FC, Leicester City FC have gathered 33 points to extend their lead over second placed Ipswich to five points on the English Championship table as they eye instant promotion back to the English Premier League.

UFC 294: Kamaru Usman Falls To Chimaev By Majority Decision

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Emenike Agu

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October 22, 2023

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Makhachev makes light work of Volkanovski, retains title

Kamaru Usman lost to Khamzat Chimaev in the Welterweight title fight at UFC 294, with the champion retaining his title via unanimous decision in Abu Dhabi.

The Nigerian nightmare, who took the fight on short notice, came into the fight on the back of successive defeats to Leon Edwards in the past year. He was keen to defeat Chimaev and become a double champion in the UFC.

Chimaev showed his strength and resilience in the first round, dominating Usman with his superior grappling and striking, and the Nigerian took quite a beating in the round but survived.

The second and third rounds were much more even, as Usman took the fight to Chimaev, who revealed after the fight that he had broken his hand in the first round.

With neither fighter securing a knockout, the decision went to the judges, who ruled in favour of Chimaev. Two of the judges ruled the fight to have been won 29-27 on points by Chimaev, while the third one ruled that it ended 28-28. Chimaev claimed the win by majority decision.

In the main event at UFC 294, Lightweight champion Islam Makhachev proved that his previous win over Alexander Volkanovski was no fluke as he stopped the Australian in the first round of their rematch.

Makhachev saw a deadly left kick connect with the head of Volkanovski, sending the dazed man reeling as he went down. The champion followed with some brutal punches and the referee stopped the fight, with Makhachev winning via knockout.

Super Eagles Ranked 10th Most Valuable National Team In The World

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Emenike Agu

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October 22, 2023

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Nigeria’s Super Eagles have been ranked 10th most valuable national team in the world

The latest ranking of the top 10 most valuable national team in the world was posted on the Super Eagles X handle.

The three-time Africa Cup of Nations winner is valued at €451.60 million.

They are the only African team in the top 10 in world football.

At number one is Three Lions of England (€1.37 billion), France occupy second (€1.05 billion), in third place is Portugal (€990.00m ), Brazil in fourth (€969.00m ) and fifth position is Spain (€811.00m).

The Eagles are in Group A alongside hosts Côte d’Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea and Guinea-Bissau at next year’s AFCON.

Meanwhile, they will take on Lesotho and Zimbabwe in next month’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

In sixth place is World Cup winners Argentina (€797.50m), Germany in seventh (€789.50m), in eight place is Italy (€636.50m) and Netherlands in ninth (€519.00m).

This Week In History: Recap Of Happenings Around The World (October 15 – October 21)

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Angel Gimalo

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October 21, 2023

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OCTOBER 15

Shenzhou 5, China’s first human space flight mission launched.

On October 15, 2003, the first manned spacecraft was launched in 2003, with China’s first astronaut, Yang Liwei, on board. The craft traveled in space for 21 hours and orbited the Earth for 14 times. It landed successfully in Inner Mongolia the next day.

OCTOBER 16

Cuban missile crisis begins

On Oct. 16, 1962, the Cuban missile crisis began as President John F. Kennedy was informed that reconnaissance photographs had revealed the presence of missile bases in Cuba.

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OCTOBER 17

Albert Einstein arrives in the U.S. as a refugee from Nazi Germany

OCTOBER 18

U.S. takes possession of Alaska from Russia

On October 18, 1867, the United States officially acquired Alaska from Russia through the Alaska Purchase or Treaty of Cession. The US government paid $7.2 million for the territory, initially seen as unimportant but later found to be rich in resources.

PURCHASE OF ALASKA

The purchase of Alaska in 1867 marked the end of Russian efforts to expand trade and settlements to the Pacific coast of North America, and became an important step in the United States rise as a great power in the Asia-Pacific region.

Beginning in 1725, when Russian Czar Peter the Great dispatched Vitus Bering to explore the Alaskan coast, Russia had a keen interest in this region, which was rich in natural resources and lightly inhabited.

As the United States expanded westward in the early 1800s, Americans soon found themselves in competition with Russian explorers and traders. St. Petersburg, however, lacked the financial resources to support major settlements or a military presence along the Pacific coast of North America and permanent Russian settlers in Alaska never numbered more than four hundred.

Defeat in the Crimean War further reduced Russian interest in this region.

For three decades after its purchase the United States paid little attention to Alaska, which was governed under military, naval, or Treasury rule or, at times, no visible rule at all.

Seeking a way to impose U.S. mining laws, the United States constituted a civil government in 1884. Skeptics had dubbed the purchase of Alaska “Seward’s Folly,” but the former Secretary of State was vindicated when a major gold deposit was discovered in the Yukon in 1896, and Alaska became the gateway to the Klondike gold fields.

The strategic importance of Alaska was finally recognized in World War II. Alaska became a state on January 3, 1959.

OCTOBER 19

American Revolutionary War: The siege of Yorktown comes to an end.

On October 19, 1781, British General Charles Cornwallis surrendered his army of some 8,000 men to General George Washington at Yorktown, giving up any chance of winning the Revolutionary War.

OCTOBER 20

Libyan leader Muammar al-Qaddafi killed by rebel forces

On October 20, 2011, Libyan leader Muammar al-Qaddafi was killed by rebel forces following a revolt that received international military assistance.

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OCTOBER 21

Thomas Edison perfects a workable electric light

On Oct. 21, 1879, Thomas Edison perfected a workable electric light at his laboratory in Menlo Park, N.J.

Himalayan Lake Floods: India To Declare 79 Missing People, Dead

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Angel Gimalo

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October 20, 2023

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India has begun work to designate as dead at least 79 people who went missing in floods unleashed by a Himalayan glacial lake outburst two weeks ago, a senior official said on Friday, taking the death toll in the disaster to 179.

The floods triggered by torrential rain and overflow from the Lhonak Lake were among the region’s worst in more than 50 years, washing away homes and bridges in the northeastern state of Sikkim, wedged between Bhutan, China and Nepal.

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The state government has begun the process for such a designation of those still missing, by seeking the federal government’s permission, since the law specifies an interval of seven years before a missing person can be declared dead.

“We have not called off the rescue efforts, but after two weeks it will be a miracle (to find them),” said state official Anil Rai.

Sikkim retrieved at least 40 bodies in the flood aftermath and the neighbouring state of West Bengal 60, said officials from the two states who are working to reconcile the official toll and eliminate double counting.

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As climate change warms high mountain regions, many communities face the risk of dangerous glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs).

Lakes holding water from melted glaciers can brim over and burst, sending torrents rushing down mountain valleys.

More than 200 such lakes now pose a high hazard to Himalayan communities in Bhutan, China, India, Nepal and Pakistan, research in 2022 showed.

The Himalayas, or Himalaya is a mountain range in Asia, separating the plains of the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan Plateau.

The range has some of the Earth’s highest peaks, including the highest, Mount Everest; more than 100 peaks exceeding elevations of 7,200 m (23,600 ft) above sea level lie in the Himalayas.

The Himalayas abut or cross five countries: Nepal, China, Pakistan, Bhutan and India. The sovereignty of the range in the Kashmir region is disputed among India, Pakistan, and China.

The Himalayan range is bordered on the northwest by the Karakoram and Hindu Kush ranges, on the north by the Tibetan Plateau, and on the south by the Indo-Gangetic Plain.

Some of the world’s major rivers, the Indus, the Ganges, and the Tsangpo–Brahmaputra, rise in the vicinity of the Himalayas, and their combined drainage basin is home to some 600 million people; 53 million people live in the Himalayas.

The Himalayas have profoundly shaped the cultures of South Asia and Tibet.

Govt Should Leverage On Mining And Geo-Sciences Society For National Devt – Prof Olatunji

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Nzubechukwu Anodo

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October 20, 2023

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The president of the Nigerian Mining and Geo-Sciences Society, FNMGS, Lagos Chapter, Prof. Akinade Shadrach Olatunji, FNMGS said the government should leverage on Mining And Geo-Sciences Society to aid National Development in Nigeria at the 252nd council meeting of the association which was themed: imperative of geoscience and mining sectors to national development and held at the White House, Joel Ogunalike Street, GRA , Ikeja, Lagos.

The President of the Association, who welcomed pressmen, highlighted the major objectives of the association and how it aids national development of the country.

He said the Geosciences and Mining sectors professionals are the ones who explore for minerals, exploit and process same in environmentally sustainable manners in the country.

He said the NMGS aids National development in various way through the mineral sector, water sector, Environmental Sector, Construction & Built Sector, Oil and Gas Sector and Geo-tourism Sector.

Raising concerns about collapsing buildings in the country, the Prof. Olatunji said ” nothing is stopping the states of the federation from creating their own geological department or mineral experts but can only be done by harnessing the expertise within their states”.

He advised every states to set up their own engineering geological agencies within their states.

The president further emphasized that the use of bitumen (Asphalt) to build roads is a wrong practice and cannot sustain the roads for a long period of time.

Speaking on the water sector, he said the need to harness water resources is very important adding that an omnibus water bill that will not take the rights of people and concentrate power at the center but all inclusive and people centered is necessary.

Addressing the issues of artisans in the mining sector, Prof. Olatunji commended the Federal government for refocusing attention on formalizing the artisans in the sector to groups that can be coordinated and assisted in their operations to follow best global mining practices.