Nigeria's human right activist, Reno Omokri was last week featured as guest on "Focus Nigeria", AIT's current affairs programme to lend his opinion on the issue of insecurity currently ravaging Nigeria.
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The Scripture is far ahead of Man - Mike
Got this from Evangelist Mike Bamiloye's official IG with the message "The Scripture is far ahead of Man". What do you think? See the video below:
CATHOLIC MASS HELD AT ST GABRIEL CHAPLAINCY | DURUMI 1 | ABUJA
The Mass was celebrated by Very Rev. Fr.
Zacharia Samjumi, General Secretary, CSN, on May 1, 2021 at 8am.
Chasing my dreams in the most beautiful shoes - Linda
Linda Ikeji shows off her favourite shoes on Instagram. What do you think? See the video below:
COMMISSIONING OF EFFURUN-OTOR/OVWOR BRIDGE AND ACCESS ROAD UGHELLI SOUTH LGA DELTA STATE
COMMISSIONING OF EFFURUN-OTOR/OVWOR
BRIDGE AND ACCESS ROAD UGHELLI SOUTH LGA DELTA STATE 16 03 2021
TOP 070521 NEWS ROUND-UP
TVC NEWS: An 80-year-old woman, Mrs. Mary Adebayo, her 19-year-old granddaughter, Funmilola Adebayo and two other ladies have been arrested in Akure, the Ondo state capital by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, for selling assorted illicit drugs like cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, Tramadol, Swinol and Skuchies.
Following intelligence-based raids and follow up operations on their locations on May 2, over 19kg of cocaine and other psychoactive substances were recovered from the suspects while the octogenarian, her granddaughter and two other ladies; Tessy Matthew and Blessing Adesida were arrested.
As a result of the bust, Chairman/Chief Executive of NDLEA, Brig. General Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd) has directed the acting Commander, Ondo state command of the Agency, Callys Alumona to launch a manhunt for other members of the drug cartel now on the run.
TVCNEWS: Imo State government procures additional one hundred security vehicles and gadgets for "Operation Search and Flush" state owned special security outfit to stem the spate of insecurity in the State.
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Adviser suggests Biden still wears mask outside out of habit
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| President Joe Biden arrives to speak at an event to mark Amtrak's 50th anniversary at 30th Street Station in Philadelphia, Friday, April 30, 2021. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky) |
One of President Joe Biden's top White
House advisers suggested Sunday that he's still wearing a mask outdoors out of
habit although the latest public health guidance says he doesn't need it,
reports Associated Press News from Wilmington, Delaware.
Questioned about Biden's practice, senior adviser Anita Dunn told CNN's “State of the Union” that she realized that she was also still wearing her mask outdoors even after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said fully vaccinated people like her and Biden can stop wearing masks outside when they're alone or not among strangers.
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INFORMATION AS A PUBLIC GOOD AND THE QUEST FOR PRESS FREEDOM - Ehusani
INFORMATION
AS A PUBLIC GOOD AND THE QUEST FOR PRESS FREEDOM
Lead Paper
presented at the World Press Freedom Day Media Stakeholders’ Roundtable
Abuja, May 5,
2021.
By
Rev. Fr. George
EHUSANI, Executive Director, Lux Terra Leadership Foundation
___________________________________________________________________________
1. The theme for the World Press Freedom Day, May 3, 2021
is “Information as a public good” per UNESCO, and the day was observed
in Nigeria as elsewhere according to tradition. It is a day to Promote the
Freedom of the Press, to Fight Against Oppressive or Tyrannical Governments
that seek to curtail this fundamental right, and also a day to honour our
fallen heroes – innocent journalists like Dele Giwa, Bagauda Kaltho and Chinedu
Offoaro who lost their lives at the hands of brutal dictators or “disappeared”
on account of simply discharging their duties! We pay tribute to the likes of
Tunde Thompson and others who spent years in jail, for simply doing their work
as journalists during the dark days of military dictatorship in Nigeria. We pay
tribute to functionaries of the Newswatch Magazine, Tell Magazine, the
Guardian, Tribune, Punch, Champion, Vanguard, and Daily Trust Newspaper among
other print media outfits that risked everything in the course of providing
space for champions and advocates of democracy and free speech, through those
years often describes as “years eaten by the locust.”
Yes, I agree with Lanre Arogundade that “there cannot be information for public good where journalists are in chains!” Yes, there cannot be information for public good when governments or agencies of government routinely weaponize the law, to punish individuals and group that express dissenting views. We cannot have information for public good when journalists and media houses are targeted mainly for uncovering uncomfortable truths, reporting failures of government or exposing high level corruption.
What is a public good? “Public Good,” also known as “the Common Good” is one of the nine cardinal principles in the Catholic Social lexicon, along with: the principle of Human Dignity and Inviolability, Participation, Distributive Justice, Peace & Non-Violence, Subsidiarity, Preferential Option for the Poor and the Vulnerable, Solidarity, and Human Stewardship over Natural Creation. In this lexicon the common good is defined as “the sum total of social conditions which allow people, either as individuals or as groups, to reach their fulfilment more fully and more easily.”
In ordinary political discourse Common or Public Good refers to those provisions and facilities – whether material cultural or institutional – that a community provides to all members in order to fulfil a relational obligation. They all have to care for certain interests that they all have in common. Typical examples of the common good in a modern liberal democracy include: the road system; public parks; police protection and public safety; courts and the judicial system; public schools; museums and cultural institutions; public transportation; civil liberties, such as the freedom of speech (which includes the press freedom) and the freedom of association; the system of property; clean air and clean water; and national defense. The term itself may refer either to the interests that members have in common or to the facilities that serve common interests. For example, people may say, “the new public library will serve the common good” or “the public library is part of the common good”.
Is Devolution of Powers the Solution to Nigeri'a Problems? - The Platform
“The Platform” had its May 1, 2021 Edition at The Covenant Place, Iganmu, Lagos, Nigeria with high calibre participations.
Speaking at the one-day event were the
Convener, Pastor Poju Oyemade, The Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of
Sokoto, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, The Director General, Nigreian Institute
of International Affairs, Professor Eghosa, Senior Advocate of Nigeria and
Former President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, Chair of
the Editorial Board of Thisday Newspaper, Mr. Segun Adeniyi, Executive Governor
of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, Former Minister of Aviation, Chief Osita Chidioka,
and the International Legal Scholar and Consultant, Dr. Charles Omole among
others.
The Platform Nigeria event is designed to facilitate growth in the areas of personal capacity, productivity and national development within Nigeria.
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Grandmother, 71, who can deadlift 250lbs says she feels better than she did 30 years ago
Got this from Daily Mail with the tag: 'Granny goals!! : SWNS'. Really, can you beat that?
We know we have issues to deal with as a country in terms of security and Lagos will certainly be leading that conversation because we know how critical this State is to the nation - Sanwo-Olu
At the 34th Synod of the Diocese of Lagos, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) today, I gave the assurance that our administration will stop at nothing to ensure Lagos remains safe.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State made the submission in his post via his official social media handle today.
"We know we have issues to deal with as a country in terms of security and Lagos will certainly be leading that conversation because we know how critical this State is to the nation", the message read. "Our state is the melting point for our nation; where anybody can come in with a lot of aspirations and do very well.
Governor Babajide Hosts a Ramadam Tafsir
I hosted a Ramadan Tafsir today attended by political and business leaders such as Chief Bisi Akande, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, Oba Rilwan Akiolu and Aliko Dangote.
Governor Babajide Sanwo=Olu of Lagos State made this known in his post on his official social media handle.
"I thanked the Chief Imam of Lagos, Sheikh Oluwatoyin Abou-Nolla for his inspiring message of unity and peace", the message read.
I celebrate the Nigerian press and our journalists for their roles in the development of our society - Sanwo-Olu
From the Facebook desk of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on the celebration of the 'World Press Freedom Day':
On the occasion of ‘World Press Freedom Day’ Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State urges media practitioners to uphold the ethics of the journalism profession and leverage on the power of the Freedom of Information
From the Facebook Desk of Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State:
Those out to bring the state down must be prepared to be brought down as well - Uzodimma
At today's church service held at the Victory Chapel, Imo State Government House, Owerri, I had the opportunity to address some issues pertinent to the safety of our lives and properties as Imolites amidst the prevailing insecurity.
Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State made the submission on via a post on his official social media handle yesterday.
"I disclosed that security agencies have identified those behind the recent disturbances in the state", the post read. "In the next few days, their identities would be unveiled alongside their actions so that they can face justice squarely.
Full Broadcast (Text ) of Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State On The Occasion Of May Day Celebration In Owerri On May 1, 2021
BROADCAST BY GOVERNOR HOPE UZODIMMA OF IMO STATE ON THE OCCASION OF THE CELEBRATION OF MAY DAY, IN OWERRI, ON MAY 1, 2021
Today is a great day for workers all over the globe. May 1st, otherwise known as May Day is traditionally reserved World over to celebrate workers. To celebrate the noble sacrifices workers have made to ensure better working conditions for all workers. Some of them paid with their lives just to secure a better tomorrow for the working class.
On this auspicious occasion of May Day celebration therefore I salute workers all over the country, particularly Imo State workers, for their understanding in the face of the Coronavirus which threatened the welfare of workers. To Imo State workers I say thank you for your patience, for your cooperation and patriotism, in the face of the numerous challenges that assailed us on assumption of office.
Apart from the fact that the dreaded Covid 19 pandemic welcomed us in office, we in addition inherited an empty treasury. The situation was not made any better by the fact that there was no handover note to navigate our take-off as government.
Notwithstanding these daunting challenges, we did not just hit the ground running but did so with uncommon courage and innovation which has changed our dear state for the better. Prominent in this regard is the complete digitalization of the fiscal operations of the state which has greatly reduced corruption in the public sector. Behind this revolutionary automation exercise is a data centre that is ranked the best in the country.
TOP 030521 NEWS | CURRENT AFFAIRS ANALYSIS
TVC NEWS
Angry Lawmakers Lament Worsening Security
Situation
So much events and happenings on the news in the last few days. So much more below:
TOP 030521 PRESENTATION SNIPPETS
“First, is a laid back citizenry. I think
we need a citizenry that would consistently and irreverently hold the feet of
those in office to fire. Second, the civil service. If we can transform and
bring committed professionals back to the civil service, they will be in the
position to assist those in politics to deliver on what they have promised the
people. Third, are the politicians and their capacity to deliver”
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It is a great injustice to the people of the Niger Delta region for the Federal Government to continue to run the NDDC without a constituted board — as the current sole administratorship is not recognized by the establishing law - Okowa
As we work to continue to develop the states of the South-South geopolitical region, yesterday, I was delighted to welcome my dear friend and brother, Gov. Udom Emmanuel, for the inauguration of roads, bridges, and schools in Agbarho and Oleh.
Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State dropped this message on his post yesterday via his official social media handle.
In the message the governor stated further that "During the visit, we spoke extensively about the need for President Muhammadu Buhari to reconstitute the board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) without further delay.
"This is because, it is a great injustice to the people of the Niger Delta region for the Federal Government to continue to run the NDDC without a constituted board — as the current sole administratorship is not recognized by the establishing law.
Education occupies a prominent place in the Six-Pillar Development Agenda - Sanwo-Olu
It is exciting for us and for Lagos
State University as the school commences a
partnership with Cornell University, an Ivy League school in New York.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State dropped the message on his social media handle stating that "The LASU collaboration with Cornell University reflects our commitment to the provision of quality and sustainable education that meets the educational needs of the citizenry.
TOP 010521 NEWS ROUND-UP
NIGERIAN TRIBUNE: Set Up Committee To Look Into The Plight Of Workers In Kogi, NLC Tells Bello
The Kogi State Chairman of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade
Onu Edoka has called on the state government to set up a committee to look into
the plight of workers in the state.
Speaking on Saturday during this year Workers Day celebration which
took place at the Confluence Stadium Lokoja, he said the issue of percentage
salary to primary school teachers and workers at the local government councils
is unacceptable.
NIGERIAN TRIBUNE: Terrorism: Press Akpabio To Name Sponsors, PDP Urges DSS
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has charged the Department of
State Services (DSS) and other security agencies to immediately invite the
Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Godswill Akpabio, to name politicians
in the All Progressives Congress (APC) that are behind the acts of terrorism
and banditry in the country.
In a statement issued by Kola Ologbondiyan, National Publicity Secretary of the PDP on Friday, the party pointed out that there is “a self-professed evidence that Senator Akpabio is privy to certain terrorism related information which he must be made to share with the DSS as well as other security agencies.”
We’ll report you to Pope for threatening Buhari, APC tells Mbaka
The Deputy National Publicity Secretary
of the All Progressives Congress, Yekini Nabena, has said Father Ejike Mbaka of
Adoration Ministry, Enugu, is threatening the regime of the President, Major General
Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), reports Punch.
This is in reaction to a sermon delivered by Mbaka in which he called for the President to resign or be impeached over the issue of insecurity in Nigeria. This situation was captured a few days ago by Daily Post with the caption “Fr Mbaka makes U-turn, calls for Buhari’s impeachment [VIDEO]” and the news copy below:
Catholic Priest and Spiritual Director of Adoration Ministry, Enugu, Fr Ejike Mbaka, has called for the impeachment of President Muhammadu Buhari over the high level of insecurity in the country.
Mbaka said Buhari has failed Nigeria woefully and that he should resign now.
Speaking at the Adoration Ministry in Enugu, he wondered how Buhari will maintain grave silence despite the incessant killings in the country.
Recovering N94tn unremitted fund, solution to Nigeria’s economic crisis – Falana
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has asked the Federal Government to compel the Nigerian National Corporation to return unremitted funds between 2010 and 2014 and another N94tn held by oil operators, reports Punch.
In the report, Falana noted that the announcement by the NNPC that there was no money to remit into the federation account next month amounted to blackmailing the government into accepting deregulation policy of the downstream sector.
The human rights lawyer who spoke in Abuja on Thursday at a lecture delivered in honour of Prof Omotoye Olorode stated that “The Auditor-General of the Federation has revealed that between 2010 and 2014, $16bn worth of crude oil was not accounted for by the NNPC. Also, the Revenue Mobilisation and Allocation Commission and NEITI have come out to say that the NNPC has failed to remit to the federation account about $22bn dividends paid by the LNG.
“The NNPC has not, up to this moment, denied any of these serious allegations. So, if they say there is no money now, it is meant to blackmail Nigerians that the Corporation won’t remit money because it is paying for subsidy.
Prayer Messages For Today
For a while now Linda Ikeji, Nigeria's popular blogger has been dropping a lot of prayers via her IG. Today, the first of May, she has this one for her followers:
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