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 Politics › Capital Market Indices Increases By 3.39 Per Cent On NSE by bugs1(op): 7:37pm On Dec 20, 2014 |
Equity transactions on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) on Friday ended on positive note for the second consecutive day. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the All-Share Index appreciated further by 995.26 basis points or 3.39 per cent to close at 30,306.51 as against the 29,311.25 achieved on Thursday. Similarly, the market capitalisation rose by N328 billion or 3.39 per cent to close at N10.005 trillion from the N9.672 trillion recorded on Thursday. Seplat topped the gainers’ table by N12.09 to close at N265.02, while Nigerian Breweries and Dangote Cement trailed with seven naira each to close at N147 and N160 per share, respectively. Guinness followed with a gain of N5.95 to close at N124.96, while Forte Oil gained N4.26 to close at N213.25 per share. 7UP topped the losers’ chart by N8.30 to close at N158.40 per share. Total Oil trailed with a loss of N6.80 to close at N143.31, while PZ Cussons declined by N2.70 to close at N25.09 per share. Champion dropped 51k to close at N4.88, while Dangote Flour lost 21k to close at N4.16 per share. However, NAN reports that a total volume of 3.990 billion shares worth N30.26 billion traded in 5,678 deals. This was against the 302.406 million shares valued at N3.70 billion exchanged in 5199 on Thursday. UBN emerged the most traded stock with 3.54 billion shares worth N26.53 billion traded in 32 deals. Transcorp followed with 114.78 million shares valued at N347.07 million traded in 343 deals, while FBN Holdings exchanged 55.18 million shares worth N458.20 million in 846 deals. (NAN) www.Monitor9ja.com |
| Politics › Tompolo’s Procurement Of Warships, Cause For Concern – Reps by bugs1(op): 3:55pm On Dec 19, 2014 |
The House of Representatives has expressed concern over the circumstances surrounding the recent procurement of warships by a private coastal security company owned by an ex-Niger Delta militant, Government Ekpemupolo alias Tompolo. Although Tompolo has denied any wrong-doing, saying he only took delivery of patrol boats to bolster security on the Nigerian coastal waters. Also, there have been controversy as to who actually owned the ships between the Nigerian Navy and Nigerian Maritime Administration Safety Agency (NIMASA). However, at a weekly press briefing by the House spokesman, Hon Zakari Mohammed, yesterday in Abuja, he described the development as scary and worrisome, adding that the relevant committees will investigate the matter on resumption in January, 2015. “This is a cause for concern. We have gotten certain systems wrong in the country. The development is scary and worrisome. We thought such procurement was handled by the Navy. On resumption, the relevant House Committees will look into it to know the facts of the matter. Read full story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/12/tompolos-procurement-warships-cause-concern-reps/ |
| Politics › Niger Submits N80.8 Billion Budget To State Assembly by bugs1(op): 10:36am On Dec 19, 2014 |
The Niger State Governor, Dr Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu has forwarded Budget estimates put at N80,815,402,545.00 to the state House of Assembly for consideration. A statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Israel A. Ebije stated that the capital expenditure is N38.5bn representing 47.83 percent and Recurrent Expenditure N42.6 representing 52.17 percent. He said the budget with the theme “Budget of Shared Vision and Unlimited Opportunities” is more realistic adding that it is in accordance with the dwindling crude oil prices. Read full story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/12/niger-submits-n80-8-billion-budget-state-assembly/ |
| Politics › Ministry Of Labour And Productivity Meets With NUPENG, PENGASSAN by bugs1(op): 11:19pm On Dec 18, 2014 |
The Federal Ministry of Labour and Productivity on Thursday in Abuja, met with oil workers union NUPENG and PENGASSAN over the three days warning strike. Malam Kabiru Turaki, the Supervising minister of the ministry, told the unions and stakeholders that Nigerians were patiently waiting for the outcome of the meeting. According to him, their primary responsibility was to ensure that everything was done responsibly without further damage to the economy. “I want us to remember that Nigerians are waiting to see the outcome of this meeting. “Nigerians can be patient but that does not mean they should be taken for granted.’’ He stated that the ministry would ensure that peace and harmony in resolving industrial disputes urging all stakeholders to be positive in the deliberation. “When dispute of this magnitude arises, the ministry usually gets very concerned. Read full story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/12/ministry-labour-productivity-meets-nupeng-pengassan/ |
| Business › FG Approves Sale Of NITEL/MTEL For $252m by bugs1(op): 10:19pm On Dec 18, 2014 |
The National Council on Privatisation (NCP) on Thursday approved the sale of the liquidated Nigeria Telecommunication Plc. and its subsidiary, Mtel, to NATCOM Consortium for $252million. The Chairman of NCP’s Technical Committee, Mr Atedo Peterside, told State House correspondents in Abuja that the approval was one of the decisions taken at a meeting of the council presided over by Vice-President Namadi Sambo. According to Vice-President Namadi Sambo, the ratification of the sale by the NCP marks the end of the entire bidding process and what is now left is to conclude the necessary documentation. He noted that the NITEL/Mtel transaction was different from what happened with sale of power plants because Nitel was not ongoing concern, but a liquidated one and no longer in business. “In view of this, the liquidator will through the court pay some verified claims of creditors of NITEL/Mtel, which, therefore, sidesteps the issue of third party creditors. “But it does not preclude the government from settling any obligations it feels like,“ he further explained. Read Full Story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/12/fg-approves-sale-nitelmtel-252m/ 3 Likes 1 Share |
| Politics › Akpabio Flags Off Distribution Of 2.7m Treated Nets by bugs1(op): 2:54pm On Dec 18, 2014 |
Gov. Godswill Akpabio of Akwa Ibom has flagged off the distribution of 2.7 million insecticide treated nets to households in the state. Performing the flag off on Thursday in Uyo, the governor said elimination of malaria in the country demanded the concerted efforts of government and the private sector. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the distribution of the nets will last for five days. Akpabio, who was represented by his Health Commissioner, Dr Emem Bassey, also said his administration with the support of World Bank had commenced free distribution of malaria drugs in the state. “Malaria is a global problem that has existed with us for ages. The unfortunate thing is that malaria does not discriminate between rich and poor and is not religion inclined. “Akwa Ibom is a peculiar state with lots of rivers and coastline that favour mosquito breeding, thus the need to deploy all proven anti-malaria interventions. Read Full Story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/12/akpabio-flags-off-distribution-2-7m-treated-nets/ |
| Politics › Tompolo Bought Boats For Navy, Not Warships – Nimasa’s DG by bugs1(op): 5:45am On Dec 18, 2014 |
The director-general of the Nigeria Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr Patrick Akpobolokemi has debunked the allegation that ex-militant Government Ekpemokpolo, “AKA Tompolo” bought warships, explaining that they were not warships but boats meant for the Nigerian Navy for the purpose of combating piracy, oil theft and other sea crimes. A report recently went viral that Tompolo acquired six warships from Norway. But the NIMASA boss said they were not warships, but decommissioned boats provided for the Navy on behalf of NIMASA and that the boats are now manned by the Navy. Tompolo sits on the board of Global West Vessels Specialists Limited (GWVSL), a company the agency awarded a multi-million dollar contract to provide anti-piracy platforms, while NIMASA maintains an MOU with the Navy on anti-piracy, oil theft and other sea crimes. The contract to GWVSL was signed in February 2012 and was to be renewed annually based on satisfactory performance. Read full story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/12/tompolo-bought-boats-navy-not-warships-nimasas-dg/ |
| Politics › Buhari Chooses Running Mate Today – APC by bugs1(op): 6:45am On Dec 17, 2014 |
The presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), General Muhammadu Buhari, will today announce his running-mate at a press conference that is likely be at the party’s national secretariat, Abuja.http://leadership.ng/news/395735/buharill-announce-running-mate-today-apc http://monitor9ja.com/2014/12/buhari-chooses-running-mate-today-apc/ |
| Car Talk › Volkswagen Is Back In Nigeria by bugs1(op): 3:03pm On Dec 15, 2014 |
Global automobile manufacturer, Volkswagen Group, and regional conglomerate, Stallion Group, have signed an agreement to establish a vehicle assembly plant in Nigeria. This will mark a historic return of the German carmaker after more than 20 years of their departure following the collapse of their joint venture with the federal government leading the closure of their manufacturing facility in Lagos and the subsequent sale of government shares to the Stallion Group. In line with the new auto policy announced by the federal government in October 2013, the collaboration between the Volkswagen Group and Stallion will result in local assembly of prime Volkswagen brands in Nigeria. The Volkswagen Group, with its headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany, is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group operates 107 production plants in 19 European countries and a further eight countries in the Americas, Asia and Africa. The Volkswagen Group sells its vehicles in 153 countries. Read full story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/12/volkswagen-back-nigeria/ |
| Business › Sterling Bank Sues Ex-bank MD, Agbetuyi Over N232mm Debt by bugs1(op): 9:07am On Dec 15, 2014 |
Sterling Bank Plc has dragged former managing director of the defunct Omega Bank Plc, Reverend Segun Agbetuyi and two others before the Federal High Court in Lagos for allegedly failing to pay back a N232,252,173.99 debt. The bank in the debt recovery suit is seeking a judicial order to liquidate the defendant’s debt by selling Consecrated Farms Limited, located at14b, Danny Estate, Makoko, Lagos, and four numbers of three-bedroom detached bungalows, located at Adebimpe Akinwunmi/Adekitan Oshikoya street, Ori-okuta palace, Owutu-Agric, Ikorodu, which is covered by a Certificate of Occupancy dated May 5, 2006, and registered in number 2, page 2, Volume 2006F of the Lands Registry. Sterling Bank is also praying the court for an order that proceeds of the sales be applied in part or full satisfaction of the indebtedness of Rev. Agbetuyi and his company, Consecrated Farms Limited. The bank also wants the court to direct the permanent secretary, Bureau of Land to forthwith regularise the Title Documents in its custody, while also demanding the sum of N10 million, being legal fees for prosecuting the suit. Joined as co-defendants in the suit are Consecrated Farms Limited, owned by Rev. Agbetuyi, and the permanent secretary, Bureau of Land, Lagos State Ministry of Lands, as first and third defendants. Read full story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/12/sterling-bank-sues-ex-bank-md-agbetuyi-n232mm-debt |
| Politics › Akwa Ibom Christmas Caroll 2014 by bugs1(op): 6:51pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
All is set for the 2014 edition of the annual Akwa Ibom State Government Carol Night, slated to hold on Saturday, December 20, at the new Ibom International Stadium in Uyo. In a release, announcing the programme elements of the 2014 edition of the event, the state Commissioner for Information and Communication, Mr. Aniekan Umanah emphasised that “the 9,999 Carol Night, apart from been a record-breaking gathering of Carol Singers, has become a major source of spiritual tourism that attracts pilgrims from around the world.” The event, according to him, “gives the Christian community and general public a compelling need to be in the city of Uyo to celebrate Christmas and honour the birth of Jesus Christ.” He explained that the event, which is the creation of the Akpabio administration, and coordinated by the Akwa Ibom State Directorate of Protocols, was inspired by the Governor’s desire to gather people from every Church organization, hamlet and village from across the State to share in the joy of Christmas by singing praises to the Almighty God. According to him, since its inception in 2008, “the Akwa Ibom State Christmas Carol Night has enjoyed the benevolence, involvement, support and passion of Governor Akpabio, and has also served as avenue for the promotion of spiritual growth, peaceful co-existence among ethnic, religious and cultural groups in the State, in an evening of praise, worship, love and unity”. Mr. Umanah added that apart from boosting the tourism potentials of Akwa Ibom, the Carol Night, which has maintained its unique theme and tradition, has evolved with new ideas and concepts on yearly basis. The tourism potential of the carol, he noted “has been enhanced by a rapidly growing international reputation and acceptance of the State.” With a blend of unique vocal and digital rendition of medley and lyrics as well as a repertoire of colorful visual decoration, dance, costumes and lighting, the Commissioner said “the ambience in and around the event venue often engender bliss and spiritual awakening.” A unique feature added to this year’s 9,999 Carol Night, according to Mr. Umanah, is “special performance by Quartets from each of the choirs from different countries who have performed at each of the six previous editions of the Carol Night.” The quartets, he said, “will come from the Soweto Spiritual Singers of South Africa; the Chorale Devine de Merveilles from the Republic of Congo; the National Choir of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis; the Winneba International Youth Choir from Ghana and the Abuja Metropolitan Music Society (AMEMUSO). Equally expected to perform at the event are, the Voices of Jamaica Choir and the Harmonious Chorale from Ghana. Readd full story |
| Politics › Kano Intercepted Aircraft Belongs To Us – Russia Says by bugs1(op): 7:56am On Dec 08, 2014 |
Following the interception of a Russian-made cargo aircraft carrying arms by security operatives at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport in Kano state on Saturday, the Russian embassy in Abuja has made a move to clear the air, stating that though the intercepted plane is Russian, the arms on board did not belong to Russia. According to a statement released yesterday by the embassy, the plane, with registration number RA H20 38, was carrying the cargo of the French peacekeeping mission in Chad routing from Bangui, the capital of Central African Republic to N’Djamena when it was forced to make an emergency landing in the Kano International Airport. The statement read, “On Saturday, December, 6th 2014, the Russian plane with the cargo of the French peacekeeping mission in Chad on board routing from Bangui to N`Djamena made an emergency landing in the Kano International Airport. At present time the Russian and French Embassies in Abuja are taking measures to provide immediate take-off of the plane. Nigerian authorities demonstrated full understanding of the situation and have no claims to the cargo and to the crew members.” Read full story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/12/kano-intercepted-aircraft-belongs-us-russia/ |
| Politics › 2015 Election:apc To Hold Guber Primaries Today And Gives Date For Presidential by bugs1(op): 7:04am On Dec 04, 2014 |
All the five presidential aspirants of the All Progressives Congress (APC) were cleared by the Presidential Screening Committee yesterday as the chairman, Ogbonnaya Onu, gave each of them a certificate to contest. The party has also chosen Lagos as the venue for the December 10-11 presidential primary/convention. The presidential aspirants are former head of state General Muhammadu Buhari, former vice president Atiku Abubakar, founder of LEADERSHIP Group Sam Nda-Isaiah, Imo State governor Rochas Okorocha and his Kano counterpart Rabiu Musa Kwankaso who arrived after the event was over. Speaking at the occasion, Onu, who recalled the formation of the party and its goal to take over from the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), said yesterday was the turning point and expressed optimism that any of the five aspirants, if elected, could make Nigeria great. “Today is a very important day in the history of our party. Today marks the beginning of the important journey the APC is taking to form government at the centre. The APC came into existence on July 31, 2013. On that day, a giant was born and the reason for the formation of the APC was to stop the drift which the nation has been passing through in the last 16 years. The APC is determined to give the proper leadership to our people.” Read Full Story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/12/2015-election-apc-hold-guber-primaries-nationwide-today-gives-new-date-presidential-primaries/ |
| Politics › Nigeria Ranks 136th Most Corrupt Country In The World by bugs1(op): 6:38am On Dec 04, 2014 |
Transparency International (TI) has ranked Nigeria the 136th most corrupt country in the world and the 3rd most corrupt country in West Africa after Guinea and Guinea Bissau. In its 2014 Transparency International Corruption Perception Index released yesterday, the group said it ranked 174 countries it surveyed based on how corrupt their public sector is presumed to be. The measurement is based on a scale of 0 to 100 with a score of 0 perceived as “highly corrupt” and 100 “very clean”. Nigeria was ranked 136th with an index score of 27. This record is Nigeria best ranking on Transparency International’s corruption perception index (CPI) under President Goodluck Jonathan. Nigeria was ranked 144th in 2013, 139th in 2012 and 143rd in 2011 with the 2014 position bettering that of 2013 by eight places. According to Transparency International’s report on corruption perception index for 2014, Denmark is the least corrupt country in the world as it ranked 1 of 175 nations surveyed, with Somalia and North Korea as the most corrupt nations of the world. Read Full Story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/12/nigeria-ranks-136th-corrupt-country-world/ |
| Politics › 2015 Election: APC Screens Buhari, Atiku, Kwankwaso, Okorocha And Nda-isaiah by bugs1(op): 7:38am On Dec 03, 2014 |
The All Progressives Congress (APC) yesterday screened its five presidential aspirants in Abuja in a bid to give them a level playing field. Only one candidate is expected to emerge as the party’s flag bearer for the 2015 presidential poll. The five aspirants are former head of state, Gen Muhammadu Buhari, former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, Kano State governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, his Imo State counterpart, Rochas Okorocha and founder, LEADERSHIP Group, Mr Sam Nda-Isaiah. Speaking before the commencement of the exercise, the chairman, presidential screening committee of the APC, Chief Ogbonnaya Onu, stated that the party was optimistic that it would produce a presidential candidate who believes in the change Nigerians desire. Read full Story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/12/2015-election-apc-screens-buhari-atiku-kwankwaso-okorocha-nda-isaiah/ |
| Health › FG To Give Mobile Cash Incentive To Pregnant Women by bugs1(op): 6:25pm On Dec 02, 2014 |
In order to strength the demand for Maternal and Child Health (MCH) services in the country, the federal government has launched the first mobile Conditional Cash Transfer (mCCT) at Dobi Primary Health Care in Gwagwalada. At the event, the Executive Director of the Primary Health Care Development Agency, Dr Ado Muhammed said “What we are doing is to further strength the demand for MCH services.” “We observed 75 per cent drop in actual delivery in hospitals. Women actually access antenatal services but there is a sharp decrease in delivery at hospital which that quiet a number of these women are not attended to by skilled birth attendants which increases their chances of complications and diseases,” Muhammed said. He said that the mCCT was introduced to encourage these rural women to deliver at clinics where they would be attended to by qualified birth attendants adding that of the 550 women who have enrolled in the programme, 428 are from Dobi community. Read full story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/12/fg-give-mobile-cash-incentive-pregnant-women/ |
| Politics › Oil Price Fall: Don't Panic; Trust Our Strategies! - Okonjo-Iweala by bugs1(op): 6:43am On Nov 28, 2014 |
As the impact of oil price slide in the international market bites harder, the Coordinating Minister for the Economy and Minister of Finance, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has called on Nigerians not to panic, reassuring that the nation’s financial team has put in place strategies to manage oil prices as low as $60 per barrel.http://leadership.ng/news/392053/dwindling-revenue-cause-alarm-okonjo-iweala 17 Likes |
| Politics › Diezani Alison-madueke Elected First Female President Of OPEC by bugs1(op): 10:00pm On Nov 27, 2014 |
Nigeria’s minister of petroleum, Mrs. Diezani Alison-Madueke has just been elected the first female president of OPEC (Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries). She is the replacement for the former president, Abdourhman Atahar Al-Ahirish who hails from Libya. She is expected to hold the post for one year and to resume the position immediately. She was elected today at the 166th General Meeting of the organization in Vienna, Austria. She was the first female to take on the position of Minister of Petroleum resources in Nigeria and also elected the first female president of OPEC. www.Monitor9ja.com |
| Business › CBN To Withdraw N500bn From The Banking System by bugs1(op): 8:35am On Nov 27, 2014 |
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) said it would withdraw N500 billion from the banking system through the recent increase in the cash reserve requirement of banks. Deputy Governor (Corporate Services), CBN, Mr. Bayo Adelabu, disclosed this while addressing members of the House of Representatives Committee on Banking and Currency on an oversight visit to the Lagos office of the bank. Monetary Policy Committee of the CBN, Tuesday, in addition to devaluing the naira by 8.3 per cent to N168 per dollar, raised the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) to 13 per cent from 12 per cent, and the cash reserve requirement to 20 per cent from 15 per cent. The decision to raise the MPR was, however, queried by members of the House Committee led by its chairman, Hon. Chukwudi Jones Victor Onyereri. The committee faulted the decision, saying it would lead to further hike in lending rates charged by banks in the country. Adelabu, however, defended the decision of the apex bank, saying: “The decision of the MPC was the best we could do under the circumstance that the economy is presently. Read full story monitor9ja.com/2014/11/cbn-withdraw-n500bn-banking-system/ |
| Politics › Gov Fayose Restores Ex-gov Oni’s Privileges by bugs1(op): 7:12am On Nov 26, 2014 |
Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose has ordered the restoration of all privileges due to the former fovernor of the state, Olusegun Oni which were shalted by the immediate past administration of Dr. Kayode Fayemi. A statement by the chief press secretary to the governor, Mr. Idowu Adelusi in Ado-Ekiti yesterday, said the step was taken by Fayose in appreciation of the contributions of past leaders to the development of the state. According to him, “Governor Fayose is restoring all the privileges of former Governor Segun Oni. His portrait among those who have led the state that was removed from the Governor’s Office by former governor Kayode Fayemi has been returned. “All those who served with him and whose portraits and other souvenirs were removed by the past administration such as former chief press secretaries among others, have been returned. Read full story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/11/gov-fayose-restores-ex-gov-onis-privileges/ |
| Sports › Vote Vincent Enyeama For The BBC African Footballer Of The Year by bugs1(op): 4:05pm On Nov 16, 2014 |
Its another year for the BBC African footballer of the year. Nigeria’s goalkeeper as been nominated as one of the ideal winners. Lets vote for our own Vincent Enyeama by clicking on the the link below. http://monitor9ja.com/2014/11/vote-vincent-enyeama-bbc-african-footballer-year/ |
| NYSC › NYSC Flags Off Health Scheme In Kwara by bugs1(op): 6:04am On Nov 14, 2014 |
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has flagged off a Health Initiative for rural dwellers in Kwara State. The programme was designed to bring health care delivery to the doorstep of rural dwellers. It also aimed to fill the gap created by dearth of medical infrastructure and reluctance of qualified medical experts to settle in rural areas and offer qualitative health services to the people. The Director-General of the NYSC, Brigadier-General Johnson Olawumi launched the initiative at Igbo Owu, in Ifelodun Local government area of Kwara state. Under the initiative any rural community suffering lack of health facilities will be supported with a mobile clinic equipped with relevant facilities. The DG who disclosed that the initiative would be replicated in remote communities and villages across the country explained that it is part of the NYSC’s vision to deliver more service to the people while expanding partnership with stakeholders and other sundry organisations for greater positive impact on communities. Read full story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/11/nysc-flags-health-scheme-kwara/ |
| Education › Automatic Employment For First Class Graduates At FUDMA by bugs1(op): 10:51am On Nov 13, 2014 |
The Federal University Dutsin-ma (FUDMA), Katsina state has pledged to offer automatic employment to students who graduate with first class honours degree as a way to encourage excellence. The vice chancellor of the university, Prof. James Ayatse made the pledge at the 4th matriculation and scholarship award ceremony of the university. He said the varsity had abolished ‘pass’ degree grade, pointing out that students who fail to obtain a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of above 1 point in two successive semesters would be automatically withdrawn. According to him, the university is configured as a modern university to meet the needs of the new generation of on-the-go young people and is also ICT-driven in all perspectives. “We believe that information technology is the backbone of any modern university, we shall teach you along this line and how to enjoy learning throughout your life time”, he said. A total of 519 students were matriculated out of which 253 are of the Faculty of Management and Social Sciences, while Agriculture and Agricultural Technology and Science and Education have 54 and 212 students respectively. www.Monitor9ja.com |
| Politics › Nigeria Needs N56 Billion To Purchase Vaccines Between Now And 2018 by bugs1(op): 9:17am On Nov 13, 2014 |
Nigeria needs N56 billion for the purchase of vaccines between now and 2018 if it is to save additional 570,000 children’s lives by 2020. This disclosure was made yesterday in Abuja during the commemoration of World Pneumonia Day which had its theme as “Universal Access for Pneumonia and Care.” Speaking at the event, the chairman Senate Committee on Health, Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, asserted that given the significant burden of vaccine-preventable deaths, scaling up vaccine coverage must be given the desired attention. He said that there was the need to make appropriate budgetary provision for vaccines, and pledgedg to work with health authorities to ensure vaccine security, funding and sustenance. “We will be a key player knowing that we have a key role to play in national budget,” he said, adding that once the country is able to eradicate polio, funds for polio could be used to fund the vaccine programme.” While giving a caution about the introduction of vaccines, he said: “We must work with the National Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) to see which vaccines are compactable with our society before it is introduced.” Read full Story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/11/nigeria-needs-n56-billion-purchase-vaccines-now-2018/ |
| Politics › Senate Approves Creation Of National Commission For Conciliation, Arbitration by bugs1(op): 9:36pm On Nov 12, 2014 |
The Senate on Wednesday approved the establishment of the National Commission for Conciliation and Arbitration, National Labour Council and the Office of the Registrar of Trade Unions. The approval followed a bill brought by Sen. Victor Ndoma-Egba, aimed at administering the provisions of labour laws in Nigeria. Ndoma-Egba, who is also the Senate Leader, said the bill when passed, would address the seemingly poor relationship that existed between most employers and employees in the country. According to him, trade disputes in the country is currently governed by the provisions of the Trade Disputes Act Cap T8 laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004. “The greatest challenge of the present dispute settlement is that the entire process from negotiation, conciliation up to arbitration is domiciled in, activated by and operated by the Federal Ministry of Labour and Productivity. “Under section 9 of the Trade Dispute Act, the minister appoints the chairman, vice chairman and all members of the industrial arbitration panel. “This scenario is totally at variance with the best practices in dispute settlement as it is difficult to see how such a body can be impartial where government Is a party,’’ he said. Read Full Story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/11/senate-approves-creation-national-commission-conciliation-arbitration/ |
| Sports › Gov. Akpabio To Open Akwa Ibom’s Olympic-sized Stadium Today by bugs1(op): 5:00am On Nov 07, 2014 |
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Godwin Akpabio, will be opening an Olympic-sized stadium in the state today. The Akwa Ibom International Stadium which has been nicknamed the “Nest of Champions”,is located in Uyo, and is described as a 30,000 capacity ultra-modern complex modelled after the Allianz Arena in Germany. Some of its features include: All-natural grass High-tech floodlights Security cameras 36 emergency exits, bullet proof VVIP and VIP areas The stadium will be opened with a friendly match between Super Eagles of Nigeria and Black Stars of Ghana today at 3pm, with notable dignitaries from all over in attendance. See pictures http://monitor9ja.com/2014/11/gov-akpabio-open-akwa-iboms-olympic-sized-stadium-today/ |
| Politics › CBN Signs N220b Empowerment Fund With Albino Foundation by bugs1(op): 9:16am On Oct 06, 2014 |
In a bid to empower persons living with disabilities, the federal government through the Central Bank has signed a N220 billion Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) fund with the Albino Foundation. At the occasion, the President of Albino Foundation, Dr Jack Epelle said it was a great disservice to person with albinism not to be included as persons living with disability. ‘We are not ashamed to say that. We have a disability in our skin and eyes. It takes a person with albinism 10 minutes to burn in the sun but 1:30 minutes for a normal person,’ he said. In his speech, Central Bank deputy director for development finance said access to finance has been the most critical challenge of small and mediums scale enterprises in Nigeria. ‘In recognition of this, the CBN launched the N220 billion MSME fund to provide long term affordable funding for the sub-sector,’ he said Read full story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/10/cbn-signs-n220b-empowerment-fund-albino-foundation/ |
| Politics › Ekiti Workers Begin Strike Over Unpaid Salaries by bugs1(op): 7:31am On Oct 03, 2014 |
Organised Labour in Ekiti State, yesterday, began indefinite strike to press for the payment of their outstanding salaries and allowances owed by the outgoing Governor Kayode Fayemi’s administration. The labour unions, under the leadership of Joint Negotiating Council, JNC, also lambasted the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress in the State over what he called its lackadaisical attitude about the plights of the suffering workers. Briefing newsmen in Ado Ekiti, the JNC Chairman, Oladipupo Johnson, said that the August and September salaries as well as the June and July deductions have not been paid as promised by the governor, describing this as the highest point of insensitivity. Also in a statement made available in Ado Ekiti by JNC chairman, the body said the strike action became imperative following alleged uncaring attitude displayed by Governor Fayemi towards the welfare of Ekiti workers. It stated that, “it is unfortunate to note that in spite of the pronouncement and promises from top government functionaries, there seem to be no light at the end of the tunnel. Following this, the workers of the public service had met and directed that workers should not come to work today (yesterday), October 2, 2014 and this subsists until all conditions are met. Read Full Story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/10/ekiti-workers-begin-strike-unpaid-salaries/ |
| Politics › EFCC Appeals Ruling Discharging Ikuforiji by bugs1(op): 6:45am On Oct 03, 2014 |
The coast seems not clear for the embattled speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon Adeyemi Ikuforiji as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has appealed the recent ruling of a Federal High Court in Lagos that cleared him of money laundering allegations. The anti-graft agency in a Notice of Appeal filed before the Lagos Division of the Court of Appeal wants the appellate court to allow its appeal and set aside the decision of the trial judge, Justice Ibrahim Buba dated September 26, 2014. The EFCC also wants the upper court to order a trial ‘de novo’ (fresh trial) before another judge of the Federal High Court, Lagos, instead of Justice Buba. Justice Buba had discharged Ikuforiji and his personal assistant (PA), Oyebode Atoyebi over allegations of laundering the sum of N500million belonging to the Assembly. The offences, according to the commission, contravened Sections 15 (1d) and 16(1d) of Money Laundering Act, M.L.A, 2004 and 2011. Read Full Details http://monitor9ja.com/2014/10/efcc-appeals-ruling-discharging-ikuforiji/ 1 Like |
| Events › Check Out ‘who And Who’ Are Nominated For The 2014 Headies by bugs1(op): 6:43pm On Sep 30, 2014 |
The Headies have revealed this year’s nominees. The unveil which premiered on HipTV today, Tuesday, September 30, 2014 was also revealed at a press briefing at the HipTV office in Allen, Lagos with some of the nominees and senior media representatives in attendance. “This year’s nominees have shown that hard work and zeal with their music and we wish them goodluck at the awards.” Head of the jury, DJ Jimmy Jatt said during the press briefing. Guests at the press briefing include KCee, Orezi, DJ Jimmy Jatt, BlackMagic, Ruby among others. This year’s nomination is based on the year in review, July 2013 and June 2014. Nominees include 2Face Idibia, Davido, Mavins, Timi Dakolo, Sheyi Shay, Wizkid, KCee and Phyno. The 2014 Headies Nominees List 1. BEST RECORDING OF THE YEAR A non-voting category for the best single recording by an artiste or group in year under review. 1. IYAWO MI- TIMI DAKOLO 2. LET SOMEBODY LOVE YOU- 2FACE IDIBIA 3. ALWAYS ON MY MIND – NOSA 4. ORDINARY PEOPLE – COHBAMS ASUQUO 2. PRODUCER OF THE YEAR An individual responsible for producing the most acclaimed song or album in the year under review. 1. DON JAZZY – DOROBUCCI 2. PHEELZ – ELEDA MI O 3. T SPIZE – AYE 4. LEGENDURY BEATZ – CARO 5. SHIZZY – SKELEWU 6. DEL B – PULL OVER 3. BEST MUSIC VIDEO A voting category for the best conceptualist, best directed and most exciting video in the year under review. This award goes to the video director. 1. ADA ADA BY FLAVOUR – CLARENCE PETERS 2. TOH BAD BY NIYOLA – KEMI ADETIBA 3. JUST LIKE THAT BY RAYCE – AJE 4. OYA NOW BY JOE EL FT. ORITSE FEMI – UNLIMITED LA 5. PERSONALLY BY P-SQUARE – JUDE “ENGEES” OKOYE & CLARENCE PETERS 4. BEST R&B/POP ALBUM A category for the best R&B/Pop Album in the year under review (by single individual or group). 1. THE JOURNEY – SEAN TIZZLE 2. TAKEOVER – KCEE 3. ONCE UPON A TIME – TIWA SAVAGE 4. ME, MY MOUTH & EYE – SOUND SULTAN 5. L.I.F.E – BURNA BOY View full Details http://monitor9ja.com/2014/09/check-nominated-2014-headies/ |
| Politics › Photonews: 54th Independence Anniversary Service by bugs1(op): 5:43pm On Sep 29, 2014 |
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| Politics › Lagos State Employs 80 Female LAGBUS Drivers by bugs1(op): 7:42am On Sep 29, 2014 |
Lagos State Government yesterday said it had employed additional 80 women as mass transit drivers, with Lagos Bus Asset Management Company, LAGBUS, as part of its effort to empower women in the state. This came as it commenced training of 998 drivers of LAGBUS on accident prevention skills. Managing Director, LAGBUS, Mr. Babatunde Disu, who disclosed this, at the training for the fourth batch of LAGBUS captains at the Public Service Public Service Staff Development Centre, PSSDC Magodo, said the firm is committed to creating a modern, secure and sustainable bus transportation service designed for the special needs of Lagos, while also providing equal opportunities for the female gender. Explaining the motive for the employment of the female drivers, General Manager for fleet operation, LAGBUS, Mr. Seyi Osiyemi said “We employed the female drivers to encourage the women who have interest in driving the LAGBUS buses. Read Full Story http://monitor9ja.com/2014/09/lagos-state-employs-80-female-lagbus-drivers/ |
