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Two Nigerian immigrants have gotten international attention after volunteering to sweep the streets in Italy. According to reports, it’s hard to find a job if one is in the process of claiming asylum but this group of Nigerians living in a migrant camp in Rome have started a voluntary street sweeping collective.

The sweeping collective was founded by Wisdom and Osas, who came up with the idea because they had no money but did not want to beg on the streets.

In an audio interview with BBC, the Nigerians revealed that they've been in Italy for nine months and decided to sweep the streets rather than remaining idle in the migrant camp. They revealed that they are more than 300 Nigerian guys sweeping the streets as people give them money to appreciate their work.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2017/08/nigerian-immigrants-volunteering-to-sweep-italian-streets.html

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Last Monday, security operatives made up of local vigilantes and residents of Logone-et-Chari village in Cameroon after another Boko Haram invasion - chased the terrorists into a village in Nigeria along the Cameroonian border, killing three of them in the process. Here are photos of the paraded weapons recovered from the terrorists.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2017/08/cameroon-residents-repel-boko-haram-attack.html

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Yesterday, the Plateau state governor, Rt. Hon Simon Bako Lalong, in company of Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Mr Kayode Fayemi and security operatives cracked down an illegal mining site operated by Chinese nationals at WASE LGA in Plateau State.

About 20 illegal miners, including eight Chinese citizens were arrested after being caught in Plateau State on the order of the National Security Adviser, Ali Monguno...

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2017/08/see-moment-security-operatives-arrested-illegal-chinese-miners-items-recovered.html

This story of a young man who took the bull by the horn in order to survive - is really inspiring. Despite being a graduate, the young man ventured into furniture making in Abuja to fend for himself due to lack of employment. And now it appears that the young man is getting on his feet financially as he sponsored himself through Masters degree program and is company has also been shortlisted to benefit the world bank GEM project..

Read the story as shared by The Humans Of Abuja

I came to Abuja as a corp member to serve my father's land, after our compulsory training, I found it difficult getting some where to do my primary assignment.

The beautiful female corp members where all accepted. Then I knew I had to take my destiny into my hands.

One particular day, I had only 100 naira with me and I was get back to Federal housing Lugbe. I calculated my movement and I had to walk all the way from 3 arms zone to wuse market but while I was trekking, I passed through Federal mortgage bank headquarters in central area very close to Ceddi plaza. I just walked in and asked to meet the admin personnel. That was how I met a man who happened to be the team leader in the department of organizational resources. I explained my problems to him and he asked me to drop my details and two weeks after I got a call to come to the bank. That was how I got to a placement to serve my nation.

During my service I lived in Kugbo area of Abuja. Kugbo hosts the biggest furniture market in Abuja. Every Saturday,I joined my cousin to his furniture workshop. That was how I developed interest in furniture making and interior works. By the time I passed out from NYSC, I ventured into the furniture business fulltime because by then the white, blue and red collar jobs were not coming and I decided to create my own job. I produced my first wardrobe with the last stipend NYSC paid me in 2011. Sold it and made another one and that's how I started. I had challenges but I kept moving.

In 2015 I registered my company with CAC and that's how EASTERN FOOTHILLS LTD was born. We are into the production of furniture items and interior works like wardrobes, Kitchen cabinet, sofas, school desk, dinning sets etc.

I tell people that there is money in every dump ground you see in Abuja. Just look very well and you will see the money. In every environment you find yourself ,there are business opportunities for you to exploit. Remain focused and do not be discouraged. See opportunity in any situation you find yourself.

Proceeds from my furniture business paid for my masters degree program in ABU Zaria where I studied INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS AND DIPLOMACY.

World bank saw how fast we were growing and our company was shortlisted to benefit the world bank GEM project. Our products are affordable, durable and reliable and we believe in "Made in Nigeria and Nigeria content.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2017/08/money-every-dump-ground-see-abuja-man-shares-story-photos.html

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All smiles boys: Alexander Iwobi (middle) of Arsenal FC pictured with his uncles Austin 'Jay Jay' Okocha (left) and Emmanuel Okocha (right). Alex is the son of Patience, Jay -Jay Okocha's elder sister. The two Okochas played for the Super Eagles in the 90s.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2017/08/alex-iwobi-pictured-super-star-uncles-jay-jay-okocha-emma-okocha.html

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An International Passport belonging to one Abubakar Kukah and a female wallet, containing some important documents and an Eco Bank debit card bearing the name of Aisha Musa were found at the just concluded PDP Convention Ground on Saturday, August 12, 2017, Eagle Square, Abuja.

The owners of these items are advised to please contact the Publicity Division of the PDP National Headquarters, Abuja for identification and collection.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2017/08/international-passport-female-wallet-found-at-pdp-convention-ground.html

The little son of Former Hon. Minister of Aviation; Osita Chidoka - was spotted in a flight deck/cockpit trying to visualize his dream. According to an online report, the young boy who wants to become a pilot is already getting exposed and connecting to his dream in "real time" as he met a pilot at Air Peace. See photos below;


https://www.nationalhelm.co/2017/08/little-son-former-aviation-minister-spotted-cockpit-airplane-photos.html

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A sick man had to use a standing fan for his survival after the oxygen in a hospital in Benue state got finished. The staff of Benue State Teaching Service Board identified as Terda Shiejir - was placed on admission in the Accident And Emergency (A&E) ward of the Benue State University Teaching Hospital. The man had to improvise after the hospital officials reportedly revealed that they ran out of oxygen yesterday as they said that they were awaiting for new supplies from Abuja.

Read the report shared by Ukan Kurugh

This is Terdoo Shiejir a staff of Benue State Teaching Service Board on admission in the Accident And Emergency (A&E) ward of the Benue State University Teaching Hospital.

He is badly in need of oxygen right now but since yesterday the one he was on (oxygen) finished, the hospital authority said they have ran out of oxygen and their supplier in Abuja has not brought in new supplies. The family asked where they can get oxygen to buy for him,but they were rather told its from Abuja only and can't be gotten in town here. As you can see from the pictures, there is a fan blowing him. These are the type of services we get in Nigeria hospitals but funny enough nobody will be held or queried even. Why can't we have an oxygen bank in a state like Benue? We need to do more to save lives in our hospitals else more people will die from simple solutions.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2017/08/benue-hospital-runs-out-of-oxygen.html

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A man has left his family and friends in sorrow following his tragic death in Abuja. The youth leader identified as Comrade Chidi, from Ezinihitte Mbaise LGA of Imo State was killed in a fatal accident by a speeding driver on Saturday, 12th August in Wuse after arriving Abuja from Imo State for the PDP Non-elective National Convention. The driver escaped after seeing what he had done, according to an online report.

The deceased reportedly left behind a pregnant wife and his aged mother amongst others. May his soul rest in peace.

His friend and founder of Total Liberation Mission, Kaduna, pastor Emmanuel Olorunmagba shared the sad news via his Facebook page. See below;

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2017/08/man-killed-careless-driver-arriving-abuja-pdp-national-convention-photo.html

A terrible accident recently happened along Aba Expressway after Ubakala Junction, Opposite JAMB office in Umuahia South Local Government Area Abia State. It was learnt that their was a head on collision between an 18 Seater Bus carrying Catholic Church Members and a 2008 Toyota Spider.

No death was recorded in the accident as injured passengers were taken to the hospital for treatment.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2017/08/passengers-injured-car-collides-catholic-church-members-abia-photos.html

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Fresh suspected hideout of ritualists discovered at Ile Zik, Lagos - Abeokuta Expressway. 2 suspects arrested. Commander, RRS, ACP Tunji Disu and other senior police officers are on ground to prevent suspects from being lynched.

Suspect was said to been in possession of an iPhone.

He was smoked out of drainage hole with tear gas.

Report has it that he disclosed that he was not the only involved.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2017/08/ritualists-den-discovered-at-ile-zik-lagos-abeokuta-expressway.html

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A Nigerian man has revealed his father's parting wish before his death. Chief (amb) Dr Ikenna Aniche, Nke Nke Enyi Izuogu revealed that his father insisted/warned him that whenever he dies - he should be buried with his walking stick which he cherished so much.

Laying his father to his final journey on earth, the Imo state philanthropist cum humanitarian had this to say; "My father instructed me and sounded it as a warning that whenever he's no more, i must bury him with this Walking stick which he cherished so much while alive. Therefore, today, I hereby fulfil that wish and promise to my late father".

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2017/08/father-told-bury-whenever-dies-man-reveals-photos.html

Yesterday, it was reported that a protest which was meant to hold at the Abuja House in London over president Buhari's long absence - failed after police officers were called and also due to lack of supporters. It was reported that the few protesters took to their heels after the security operatives arrived.

Another Nigerian man identified as Jonathan Goodluck Oberia staged a lone protest at the Abuja House in London demanding that authorities disclose the ailment of President Muhammadu Buhari.

In the picture, the man is shown carrying a placard that reads, “Nigerians want full disclosure. What is wrong with our president?”

Below is what the young man wrote on his social media page;

Buhari's stewards called the police during my visit to Abuja House, who re-emphasized after coming that I hadn't broken any UK laws.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2017/08/nigerian-man-stages-protest-at-abuja-house-london.html

Officials who handled the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Matchday 33 fixture between Wikki Tourists and Enugu Rangers in Bauchi were attacked by the home fans. NPFL champions Enugu Rangers managed to get a point following the 1-1 draw against host Wikki Tourists.

According to reports, some of the home fans who aggrieved with the home draw attacked the referees.

Some of the fans who brutalized the match officials have been arrested.

The suspects are: Mohammed Isa (35), Hamisu Mohammed (30) and Yola Ishaya (24).. Ishaya reportedly threw an object at the 2nd assistant ref. The other two attacked match officials while they were being escorted out of the stadium.

They were arraigned earlier today at the Upper Shariya Court in Bauchi state.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2017/08/fans-attack-referees-in-bauchi-after-npfl-game.html

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