Gangs of Lagos Not Injurious To Anyone – Amazon

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July 26, 2023

Amazon Nigeria. , a subsidiary of amazon Inc. And founder of prime video Nigeria, has claimed that its film, Gangs of Lagos, is not injurious to anyone.

The company, is a defendant in a suit, before a lagos high court, instituted by the isale eko descendants union (idu), following its production ‘gang of lagos’.

The IDU had sued the company, claiming ₦10 billion damages before justice Idowu Alakija of the Lagos high court, over the contents of the film.

The defendants had queried lagos state’s jurisdiction over the production of the film before the court by some indigenes of the state.

In the suit, the defendants are questioning the authority of the lagos state government to censor films and videos produced within its jurisdictions stipulated in the cinematograph law of lagos state, 2004.

The claimants are Ayodele Bajulaiye, who sued on behalf of Bajulaiye chieftaincy family and Eyo Iga Bajulaiye and Abdul-waheed Ayeni on behalf of Sasore chieftaincy family and Eyo Iga Sasore.

However, in its preliminary objection, amazon challenged the powers of the lagos state government on its regulatory role in the case.

It consequently requested the court to dismiss the lagos state cinematography law which they claimed was enacted outside the legislative competence of the lagos state house of assembly.

The defendants claimed that the high court of lagos state had no jurisdiction to compel the lagos state government to censor the said film under its cinematography law which it argued falls within the provisions of the national film and video censors board act.

The 1999 constitution, the defendants averred precludes the high court of justice from ‘’exercising jurisdiction over interpretation of the constitution as it relates to the federal government and its agencies’’.

Expect ministerial nominees within 48 hours – Senate

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Mana Balagbogbo

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July 26, 2023

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The Senate has declared that President Bola Tinubu will make available the much-expected list of ministerial nominees within the next 48 hours, adding that the President had gone into hiding to avoid undue influence.

The Senate also urged Nigerians to pray for Tinubu to be able to make the right decision within the next 24 hours so that Nigerians will be happy with the list of his ministers at the end of the day.

According to the Senate, the list will be received in the next 24 hours, and the President decided to go into hiding for the next 48 hours to enable him to come up with a list of nominees that would be acceptable to all Nigerians.

This was disclosed on Tuesday by the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (APC, Ekiti Central) at his 60th birthday anniversary lecture and presentation of two books on Leadership, Communication at the Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja.

Bamidele said: “Let me tell you, and you must encourage me; I need to make myself unavailable for the next 48 hours because a correspondence must come to the Senate, a very crucial correspondence.

“So Mr. President, prayed for me. We should tell the rest of Nigerians to pray for me to be able to make the right decision within the next 24 hours so that when Nigerians hear the list of his ministers, they will say ‘Yes…this is uncommon’, and join us to pray for Mr. President.

“He needed to be away from any kind of influence.”

Recall that President Tinubu, who was inaugurated on 29th May 2023, has up till July 28 to send his ministerial nominees to the Senate for screening and subsequent confirmation in line with the 1999 Constitution as amended.

Chiamaka Nnadozie: Super Falcons’ premier goalkeeper for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup

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Emenike Agu

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July 26, 2023

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As the highly anticipated 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup looms on the horizon, the spotlight intensifies on the remarkable players representing Nigeria on the international stage.

Standing tall among them is the exceptionally talented goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, who has rightfully claimed the coveted position as the Super Falcons’ number one shot-stopper.

Nnadozie’s meteoric rise to prominence traces back to her remarkable contributions to the triumphant Rivers Angels side from 2016 to 2018

Her exceptional performances played a pivotal role in securing victory for the club in the Nigerian Women’s Championship of 2016 and the Nigerian Women’s Cup in 2016, 2017, and 2018.

It was Nnadozie’s consistent excellence that inevitably attracted the attention of the national team selectors, ultimately leading to her inclusion in the squad that clinched Nigeria’s 11th Africa Women Cup of Nations in Ghana back in 2018. Nonetheless, she found herself playing second fiddle to the veteran goalkeeper Tochukwu Oluehi at that time.

However, it was during the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2019, held in France, where Nnadozie truly left an indelible mark on the international stage.

With Oluehi guarding the net, the Super Falcons suffered a defeat in their opening match against Norway.

In response, Coach Thomas Dennerby entrusted the then-18-year-old Nnadozie with the goalkeeping duties for the subsequent match against Korea Republic.

With remarkable bravery and skill well beyond her years, Nnadozie made several breathtaking saves, leading Nigeria to a convincing 2-0 victory over the Koreans.

This triumph not only marked Nigeria’s first World Cup win in eight years but also etched Nnadozie’s name in the annals of history as the youngest goalkeeper to keep a clean sheet at the Women’s World Cup.

Since her breakout performance, Nnadozie has solidified her position as Nigeria’s unrivaled number-one goalkeeper.

In January 2020, she inked a contract with Paris FC in France, where she has established herself as Africa’s premier female goalkeeper and one of the finest in the world.

The current season, 2022/2023, has been extraordinary for Nnadozie. Unveiling her exceptional abilities between the posts, she kept an impressive 13 clean sheets in 23 games for Paris FC.

Her remarkable contributions proved instrumental in propelling her club to a commendable third-place finish in the Feminine Division, ranking only behind powerhouses Olympique Lyonnais and PSG.

Throughout the season, Nnadozie’s crucial saves in Paris FC’s 21 league matches resulted in 12 victories and six draws. In total, she conceded a mere 17 goals, further cementing her reputation as an exceptional goalkeeper.

Paris FC’s remarkable achievement has also secured a coveted spot for Nnadozie and her teammates in next season’s UEFA Women’s Champions League.

Now, as the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup beckons, Chiamaka Nnadozie will embark on her journey to Australia and New Zealand as Nigeria’s undisputed number-one goalkeeper.

She will likely serve as the Super Falcons’ last line of defence, poised to leave an indelible mark on the world stage.

All eyes will be fixated on Nnadozie as she endeavours to showcase her exceptional abilities and contribute to Nigeria’s success in the tournament, demonstrating why she is hailed as one of the world’s most exceptional goalkeepers.

DSS and Prison Officials duel over Emefiele’s custody

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Mana Balagbogbo

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July 26, 2023

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Mr. Godwin Emefiele, suspended Central Bank Governor, was prosecuted for illegal possession of firearms and granted bail by a Federal High Court sitting in Lagos yesterday, 46 days after he was arrested by the Department of State Services, DSS, and two weeks after a Federal High Court in Abuja ordered his release or arraignment for any offense he might have allegedly committed.

However, Emefiele’s arraignment was marred by a skirmish between DSS agents and officials from the Nigerian Prisons Service over which agency should take custody of Emefiele after he was granted bail in the sum of N20 million by Justice Nicholas Oweibo.

The clash between the two agencies subsequently devolved into a free-for-all when the NPS Armed Squad Commander, Williams Udom, who had gone to provide tactical assistance to prison authorities on the court grounds, was manhandled and his service uniform destroyed.

To defuse the tension, a senior female DSS officer arrived at the location hours after the standoff and had a brief conversation with NCoS officials and her operatives. This allowed the DSS to re-arrest Emefiele shortly after he exited the courthouse.

The Federal Government stated in a two-count complaint filed before the court that Mr. Emefiele was caught in possession of a single-barrel shotgun (Jojeff Magnum 8371) without a license on June 15, 2023, at No.3b Ibru Close, Ikoyi, Lagos.

In the second count, the suspended CBN governor was accused of carrying 123 rounds of live ammunition (cartridges) in his possession without a license, which is a violation of Section 8 of the Firearms Act 2004 and a criminal offense under Section 27 (1)(b)(il) of the same Act.

The government contended that the offense violated Section 4 of the Firearms Act of 2004 and that it was punished under Section 27 (1b). After the allegations were read to him, Emefiele maintained his innocence and pled not guilty.

Following the arraignment, Emefiele’s counsel, former President of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, Chief Joseph Daudu, SAN, drew the court’s attention to his earlier filed application for bail and urged the court to grant his client bail on self-recognition or on any other reasonable terms.

Equity Market Remain on a Positive Trajectory

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Rhoda Onuzulike

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July 26, 2023

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The Nigerian domestic equities market ended bullish on Tuesday sustaining the gains of the previous day with more profit-taking activities on of medium and blue chip stocks.

Key market indices at the Nigerian Exchange Group Limited, NGX remained on a positive trajectory at the close of the second trading session of the week.

The market capitalisation of listed equities increased by additional N393 billion to close at N35.932 trillion higher than the N35.539 trillion of the previous day.

The market maintained its positive sentiment even as the Monetary Policy Committee of the Central Bank of Nigeria voted to increase the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 18.75 per cent from 18.5 percent.

Similarly, the All-Share Index at the Exchange appreciated further by 720.53 basis points representing a 1.11% increase to close at 65,988.81 points compared to Monday’s 65,268.28 points.

The day’s trading session closed with 32 gainers and 30 losers.

FTN Cocoa Processors and IKEJA Hotel led the gainers chart with a 10% profit on their respective prices closed at N2.42k and N2.97k.

SEPLAT followed with a 9.99% gain on its share price to close at N1,539.70k while SKYAVN had a 9.83% profit on its share price to close at N19.55k.

On the other hand, CONOIL and LEARNAFRCA led the decliners table with a 10% loss on their respective share prices to close at N101.25k and N4.10k.

John Holt followed with a 9.96% loss on its share price to close at N2.44k; then MULTIVERSE shares dropped by 9.88% to close at N3.01k

The market sentiment when measured by market breadth however, ended negative in terms of deals, volume of trade and value by 14.09%, 33.43% and 42.62% to 8,313, 553.52 and N7.42 billion respectively.

Head Teachers In England Accept 6.5% Pay Rise

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Nzubechukwu Anodo

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July 25, 2023

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Members of a head teachers’ union in England have accepted a 6.5% pay rise for teachers.

The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) said 87% of members had voted to accept the pay rise from September, with a 46% turnout.

The leaders of all four teaching unions in the dispute, including the ASCL, have recommended their members accept.

The vote and the decision to call off the ballot is another indication that further strikes are unlikely to go ahead in England in the autumn term.

ASCL’s general secretary, Geoff Barton said the strength of feeling demonstrated by holding our industrial action ballot was instrumental in achieving the settlement to this dispute.

Three other unions are yet to announce their members’ responses to the pay offer, which union leaders have recommended they accept.

Kenyan Govt to Arrest Parents Keeping Children From School

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Nzubechukwu Anodo

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July 25, 2023

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Head of Public Service and Chief of Staff in the Office of the President, Felix Koskei, has cautioned parents in Marsabit County who keep their children away for school, saying they will be arrested and prosecuted.

He ordered the local administration officials to take firm action against parents who deny their children education opportunities, which is a right guaranteed by the constitution.

He noted a peculiar trend in the county where there is a higher number of girls enrolled at primary and secondary levels.

The president was accompanied by Principal Secretaries, Raymond Omollo (Interior), E Joseph Mbugua (Roads), and Dr. Idris Dakota (Arid and Semi-Arid Lands).

He promised to lead the efforts and build a girls boarding school in Kargi and cut the long distances girls from the area travel in search of education.

He urged the youth from the area to take of the cheap loans offered by the government’s Hustler Fund to start businesses and improve their livelihoods.

Koskei said he will liaise with the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (Kemsa) and ensure that the health centres in the region are well stocked.

PS Omollo said that police reservists will be deployed to the region soon to boost security, and that the Korr sub-county, which was gazetted last year will be operationalised within three weeks.

PS Mbugua said the Hulahula- Kargi- Loyangalani road will be upgraded to murram standard.

He donated textbooks to four primary schools and a secondary and relief food worth Sh7 million.

Others present during the event include area MP Joseph Lekuton, Sunya Orre(CAS nominee, ministry of Water, Sanitation, and Irrigation), and Cecilia Ngoyoni, Director of Constitutional and Legislative Affairs, the Executive Office of the President. – Presidential Communication Service.

Bayero University Rolls Out Palliative For Staff, Students Amid High Cost of Living

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Nzubechukwu Anodo

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July 25, 2023

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The management of Bayero University Kano (BUK) has rolled out palliatives to help staff and students to cushion the effect of the high cost of living in Nigeria.

Since the removal of subsidy on petrol products by the Nigerian government, prices of goods and services have skyrocketed, with many Nigerians expressing frustration.

The university’s Vice-Chancellor, Sagir Abbas, during the institution’s 56th Congregation Meeting, announced the measures to support the staff and students.

The university’s spokesperson, Lamara Garba, confirmed the development to journalists over the weekend.

He said the university does not have a specific amount it intends to spend on the project but will give palliatives to school staffs and students

He said the university has also waived the payment of eight months of electricity and water bills for about 500 staff residing in the university quarters.

He said the house rent was not waived because payments are usually made directly to the Federal Ministry of Education.

Speaking at a meeting to discuss issues affecting BUK’s growth and development, the vice-chancellor said some millions of naira have been allocated to the university cooperatives committee to purchase foodstuff and distribute to staff in a non-interest format payable in six months.

He added that the university’s Microfinance Bank would provide non-interest loans to staff to pay their children’s school fees.

The vice-chancellor added that staff can access soft loans at any time and it will be revolving so that staff who face financial challenges can have money at any time they want.

He also disclosed the plans to purchase bicycles for cleaners and messengers.

He said vehicles would be allocated to transport workers to and from the university at specific times.

Ogun Students Beat Teacher Who Stopped Exam Malpractice

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Nzubechukwu Anodo

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July 25, 2023

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A gang of 10 senior secondary school students in Ogun State reportedly laid ambush and beat up a teacher, Kolawole Shonuga, who stopped one of them from cheating during an examination.

It was revealed that the incident occurred at Isanbi Comprehensive High School, Ilisan-Remo, Ikenne LGA.

According to an eye witness, the students ganged up, waylaid the teacher and beat him up at the school’s gate after school hours.

One of the students, Kazeem Adelaja, allegedly hit a stick on Shonuga’s head while the others beat him with their hands.

Police spokesman in the state, Omotola Odutola, who confirmed the incident said the 10 suspects have been arrested.

The state government has also condemned the act and vowed that it would not condone acts of indiscipline by learners across the state.

The Special Adviser (SA) to the Governor on Education, Science and Technology, Abayomi Arigbabu, gave the warning while receiving the new executive members of the Mathematical Association of Nigeria (MAN).

He noted that part of the effort put in place was the signing of an undertaking form by learners, parents and school heads to make learners and parents liable for any misconduct of the learners or parents, saying the aim was to have a safe learning environment free from pandemonium of any sort.

Super Eagles Star Ahmed Musa Reduces Own Fuel Price To Help Nigerians

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Emenike Agu

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July 25, 2023

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In what looks like an addition to his usual philantropic gesture Super Eagles star Ahmed Musa has approved the reduction of pump price of his own filling station to help Nigerians lamenting over the fuel hike.

It will be recalled that few days after Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) announced an increase of the petrol pump price to N617 per litre in some areas while some states now record price tag of N700 per litre.

The former Leicester City and Al Nassr ace made the announcement on his verified twitter page.

Via Twitter, Musa declares, “Fuel #580 @MYCA -7 Filling Station Kano”, sparking excitement among Nigerians.

One Twitter user, Scala @lakaas123, excitedly enquired How manage Alhaji? N580 in Kano when not in Lagos? Are you whining us?” to which Musa replies, “That is what me I decide to sell my own

In 2018, he purchased a filling station and was pictured personally filling up a tricycle.

He also owns a sports and fitness centre which also features all-weather football pitches in the northern region of Nigeria. Ahmed Musa is also encouraging education as he recently opened a new school where he donated books to according to him encourage leaders of tomorrow. I Visited one of my newly opened schools today to spread the magic of books and learning! Donated quite a number of textbooks to encourage our leaders of tomorrow” he had said on that occasion.