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 Politics › Breaking News: Atiku Sues Lauretta Anochie For 2.5 Billion Naira by Editorialtimes(op): 9:15pm On Dec 03, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Abuja https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/FB_IMG_1575403458881.jpg?resize=300%2C142 Chief Mike Ozekhome, SAN, OFR, today, at the Central Registry of the FCT, High Court, Maitama, Abuja, with his client, His Excellency, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, Waziri Adamawa. The former Vice President was present at the Registry to sign his witness deposition (on Oath) before the Commissioner for Oaths, on the case he instituted against Lauretta Onochie. The Waziri is claiming amongst others, the sum of #2.5 billion only, from the Presidential Assistant on Social Media, as general, aggravated, punitive and exemplary damages against her. Alhaji Atiku is claiming this sum from her for her defamatory story published on her twitter handle and facebook page, in which she stated that Atiku was on the UAE watch list, as a wanted man, asking, “shopping for terrorists?” http://www.editorialtimes.com/breaking-news-atiku-sues-lauretta-anochie-for-2-5-billion-naira/ |
| Career › Staff Strength Of Nigerian Banks Reduce By 2,929 In 90 Days by Editorialtimes(op): 6:24pm On Dec 03, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Lagos https://i2.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/banking-hall.jpg?resize=696%2C385 Earlier this year, President Buhari promised to create about 100 million jobs within a decade. However, the workforce of Deposit Money Banks in the country reduced by 2,929 workers in the third quarter of 2019, according to reports from National Bureau of Statistics .The figure is contained in a report on ‘Selected Banking Sector Data: Sectoral Breakdown of Credit, ePayment Channels and Staff Strength data’ posted on the NBS website. The staff strength of the banks reduced by 2,929 in the quarter with 101,435 total staff as against the 104,364 recorded in the second quarter of the year. This represents a 2.81 per cent decrease, the report says.It also reduced by 1,386 when compared to the 102,821 staff recorded in the same period last year. It is unclear whether reduction was due to sacking of staff or retirements. The report did not also name the banks most involved in the staff reduction. Banking Transactions The banking sector recorded a volume of 800,201,498 transactions valued at N42.76 trillion naira on Electronic Payment Channels within the three months of the third quarter (July – September). “NIBSS Instant Payments (NIP) transactions dominated the volume of transactions recorded. 298,988,572 volume of NIP transactions valued at N26.18trillion were recorded in Q3 2019,” it said. The report also recorded N16.25 trillion as the total value of credit allocated by the bank for the period under review. It said Oil & Gas and Manufacturing sectors got credit allocation of N3.39 trillion and N2.57 trillion to record the highest credit allocations during the period under review. http://www.editorialtimes.com/staff-strength-of-nigerian-banks-reduce-by-2929-in-90-days/ |
| Travel › NRC Apologies To Customers Over Abuja - Kaduna Train Failure by Editorialtimes(op): 3:17pm On Nov 29, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Abuja The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has expressed regret over the failure of the last locomotive train scheduled to convey passengers from Abuja to Kaduna on Tuesday. Mr Yakub Mahmood, NRC’s Deputy Director, Public Relations, said this in a statement released on Wednesday in Abuja. “The management of the NRC expresses its regrets over the failure of the locomotive on the last train of Abuja-Kaduna Train Service of Tuesday, at the outer home signal of Rigassa station, Kaduna. “NRC hereby apologises for all the inconveniences this incident may have caused all our esteemed passengers on board,’’ he said.Mahmood, however announced that the uninterrupted train services between the Abuja-Kaduna route had since resumed. Many passengers travelling via Abuja –Kaduna were stranded due to the failure of the locomotive on the evening of Tuesday. http://www.editorialtimes.com/nrc-apologies-to-customers-over-abuja-kaduna-train-failure/
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| Politics › Kogi Guber: I Regret The Violence And Deaths Recorded - Yahaya Bello by Editorialtimes(op): 8:40pm On Nov 28, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Lagos https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/bello.jpg?w=470 The Kogi State Executive Council has condemned in strong terms, incidences of violence during and after the November 16 governorship election in the state, describing it as “sad and unfortunate”. The decision of the Council was made known after its meeting by the Director General of Media and Publicity to the Governor, Hon Kingsley Fanwo while briefing newsmen on the outcome of the meeting. According to him, the Council “expressed shock at the pockets of violence during the election.” “The State Executive Council has condemned in strong terms, the pockets of violence which greeted the last Governorship election in the state”, he said, adding that “loss of lives in the struggle for power is mindless and unacceptable”. “The Council also commended security agencies for their efforts at bringing purveyors and promoters of such violence to a book with a view to sending a strong signal to hoodlums that the Kogi State Government will not accept any threat to the lives of the people of the state. “Of particular reference was the woman who was burnt in Ochadamu and the man who was stabbed to death. We also got reports of direct attacks on some politically exposed persons with the intent of terminating their lives. “Democracy should be a bloodless celebration of the freedom of the people to choose their leaders and no one should hide behind loyalty to any political party to perpetrate crime. “As a Government, we will give security agencies every support to track down and prosecute those who hid under politics to perpetrate crime. But beyond that, we will compensate families that lost loved ones and properties. We know nothing could pay for the life of a human; but as a Government, our hearts are with those bereaved families”. The State Executive Council also passed a resolution, giving unflinching support to the National Assembly over its moves to ensure violence free elections. “We commend the leadership of the National Assembly over moves to criminalize electoral violence and protect lives during elections. Their action will go a long way in restoring peace at the polls”, he said. The State Executive Council also deliberated on the 2020 Budget Drafts as well as resolved to digitize access to the relevant laws of the state, especially those signed into law under the present administration. http://www.editorialtimes.com/kogi-guber-i-regret-the-violence-and-deaths-recorded-yahaya-bello/ |
| Politics › 2023: Osinbajo/Almakura Campaign Poster Shared By Nasarawa Mirror by Editorialtimes(op): 8:20pm On Nov 28, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Abuja https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574967323832.jpg?fit=474%2C379 The heat for the presidential race in 2023 just got hotter as the campaign poster of Professor Yemi Osinbajo and Sen. Tanko Almakura surfaces online. Earlier this year, there were rumors that Mr. Tinubu is gearing up for the race of office of the President of Nigeria as well. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Screenshot_20191129-055827.png?resize=297%2C420 Others say that Mallam Nasir El Rufai is also warming up for the race for the office of the President of Nigeria. Last month, Osinbajo's aides were transferred from his office to other agencies in what analysts say was a move to reduce his power for the race for 2023. http://www.editorialtimes.com/2023-osinbajo-almakura-poster-surface-online/ Source Released by Nasarawa Mirror : https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=2495671437335196&id=1537279929841023 1 Like 1 Share
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| Politics › Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Visits Kibera, Africa's Largest Slum (Photos) by Editorialtimes(op): 6:53pm On Nov 28, 2019 |
https://i2.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574961769946.jpg?fit=720%2C480 Kibera is the largest slum in Narirobi and the largest urban slum in Africa. It is located in the south west of Nairobi, about 5 km from the city centre in Kenya. The former Nigerian minister of Finance shared a post on her Facebook page about her visit to Kibera. She wrote" This #Thanksgiving, I'm reflecting on my recent visit to Kibera - Africa's largest urban slum. I was humbled to observe the grit and resilience of people living in the informal settlement, the majority of whom migrate from rural areas in search of jobs and a better life.https://mobile.twitter.com/NOIweala/status/1200099908277153794 https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574961790275.jpg?resize=696%2C696 This kind of rapid urbanisation brings serious challenges: inadequate housing, overcrowding, poor sanitation, and grinding poverty. It also exacerbates a number of health issues such as the pressing need for immunisation strategies geared to urban populations. https://i2.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574961769946.jpg?w=720 I applaud the dedication and commitment of health workers like Joy - a young woman who is continuing her mother’s legacy by supporting the delivery of immunisation and other essential health services to Kibera residents. CDC Kenya, Kenya Medical Research Institute, Amref Health Africa and Carolina for Kibera. https://i2.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574961782696.jpg?resize=630%2C420 A crucial step in meeting the immunisation needs of the urban poor is to use data to uncover obstacles to vaccine access. This will help to map the reality on the ground and clearly identify inequities. Knowing where our efforts are best spent brings us closer to ensuring that everyone – no matter where they live – is healthy and thriving". http://www.editorialtimes.com/pictures-ngozi-okonjo-iweala-visits-kibera-africas-largest-slum/ 8 Likes 1 Share
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| Christianity Etc › Video: Pastor To Slay Queens - May P*ssies Burn In Hell by Editorialtimes(op): 6:00pm On Nov 28, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Abuja According to a video which has gone viral. A pastor was heard telling ladies who depends on their bodies to earn a living that their private parts will burn in hell. He went ahead specifically by saying “may your p*ssy, your sweet p*ssy burn in hell… If you don’t repent”. Watch video below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4OqJcvRyvk http://www.editorialtimes.com/video-pastor-to-slay-queens-may-your-pssy-burn-in-hell/ |
| Politics › Lopsided Promotion: FFK Blasts Nigerian Police And The North by Editorialtimes(op): 12:52pm On Nov 28, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Lagos https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_20191128_122922.jpg?w=400 The former aviation minister, Mr. Femi Fani Kayode took to his twitter page to call out the Nigerian Police Force for the lopsided promotion of its officers to the rank of commissioners. According to him, the northwest and northeast got 20 slots while the southeast got just 1. He went further to state that slots that the northwest and northeast got in this year’s promotion was more than what the remaining four geopolitical zones got combined. Earlier, Mr. FFK had accused Turkey and the Saudi Arabia for sponsoring Fulani herdsman, Boko Haram and ISIS against the Nigerian Christians. It is unclear whether the accusations are true or not. Recall that the Nigerian government accused Turkey of aiding and sponsoring Boko Haram. A claim which Turkey is yet to deny or accept. However, the post got mixed reactions from Nigerians on Twitter. Screenshots below. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Screenshot_20191128-122704.png?resize=249%2C420 https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Screenshot_20191128-122738.png?resize=263%2C420 Click on the link below to see more reactions. http://www.editorialtimes.com/lopsided-promotion-ffk-blasts-nigerian-police-and-the-north/ |
| Foreign Affairs › Video: President Trump Grants Presidential Pardon To A Live Turkey by Editorialtimes(op): 5:01pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Lagos https://i2.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/download-1.jpeg?fit=2290%2C1322 According to history, the tradition of pardoning a turkey bird by the POTUS predates the reign of President W.H Bush. According to Wiki articles, the National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation is a ceremony that takes place at the White House every year shortly before Thanksgiving. The President of the United States is presented with a live domestic turkey by the National Turkey Federation (NTF), usually males of the Broad Breasted White variety. The early years also included a joint presentation with the Poultry and Egg National Board. The ceremony dates back to the 1940s, with presidents occasionally sparing the bird presented to them; during the Presidency of George H. W. Bush, it became a tradition (since carried on by all of Bush's successors) for the president to issue a mock "pardon" to the turkey, sparing the turkey's life. It's a tradition that the turkeys be picked from the chairperson of the NTF's home state, occasionally from the chair's own farm. On various occasions, turkeys had been donated to the President as gifts from private citizens. Horace Vose, a Rhode Island turkey farmer, presented a turkey to the President each year from 1873 until his death in 1913. The official presentation of a turkey to the President each year began in 1947 under President Harry Truman. The presentation was partially borne out of a lobbying campaign: the Truman Administration, in an effort to conserve grain for foreign aid campaigns, began promoting "Meatless Tuesdays" and "Poultryless Thursdays" in the autumn of 1947. Not only did American citizens quickly grow frustrated with the (voluntary, but strongly encouraged) restrictions and begin disregarding them in short order, the National Poultry and Egg Board, incensed at the attack on their industry, noted that not only was Thanksgiving on a Thursday (thus making the annual Thanksgiving turkey a taboo), but Christmas and New Year's Day also landed on a Thursday that year. Watch video below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poGYZrkUuMY http://www.editorialtimes.com/thanksgiving-video-the-moment-president-trump-granted-presidential-pardon-to-a-turkey-bird/ |
| Politics › Jibrin Echocho: Salome Abuh, A Victim Of Retaliatory Attack In Kogi (Video) by Editorialtimes(op): 8:10am On Nov 27, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Abuja https://i2.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/eche.jpg?w=658 Mrs. Salome Ache met an ill fated incident that took her life. She was very active in the electioneering campaigns, exercised her civic right by voting. Then the whole stress took a toll on her body. She decided to rest and while asleep, thugs invaded her house. They set the house ablaze and prevented her from escaping the fire by blocking all exits while shooting sporadically at her. She was heard according to an eyewitness, shouting and crying for help in agony as the fire devoured her. She eventually lost the war and lost the battle, she died. The fire consumed her body. A senator from representing Kogi under the APC has reacted. He said: “I want to commend the mover of the last motion in respect of electoral violence in Kogi and in particular the woman in question. “I want to say it here that, that woman only happened to be a victim of circumstance, she was a very peace-loving woman but the attack on her was retaliatory. “The attack was an attack on APC when Yahaya Bello was declared a winner. Two people almost died, they are on danger list in the hospital arising from that attack. “It was a retaliatory attack on PDP and unfortunately she became the victim very painful.” The lawmaker, however, called for legislation that would check electoral violence in Nigeria, adding that violence was an unfortunate development in elections. He revealed how he almost lost his life due to violence in the guber polls. “Going forward, I want to believe there is an urgent need for laws against election violence in Nigeria. Bill’s that will put in place various deterrent measures against election violence in Nigeria. “I almost lost my life during the election, some people are on danger list, one person died yesterday as a result of the violence and similar violence happened at various locations in Bayelsa State. “I want to propose that way forward there should be sanctions that should act as deterrent to occurrence of any form of violence, before, during and after any election.” Meanwhile, James Manager, representing Delta South Senatorial District, condemned the heinous act, insisting that the burning of the PDP Women Leader was an act taken too far. Manager insisted: “The death of the Kogi Women Leader was most unfortunate and I condemn it for every reason I condemn it. “Whether it is retaliatory or whatever that must never happen. I want to agree with the President that those who perpetrated that dastardly act must be fished out and if they have been arrested as reported in the media they must be paraded for everybody to see, “This one must not be swept under the carpet. For a woman to be burnt to ashes I think it is an abomination.” Watch video below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDGQiuOAtRY?t=22 http://www.editorialtimes.com/sen-echocho-defends-killers-of-pdp-women-leader/ 1 Share
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| Career › Benue Links Fatal Accident Survivor Set To Be Called To Bar by Editorialtimes(op): 8:30pm On Nov 26, 2019 |
https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574792498586.jpg?resize=696%2C1045 Benue Links Akwanga Crash Survivor, Ufuoma Peace Oghenerume, to be called to Bar. Miss Ufuoma Peace Oghenerume, is one of the two persons who survived the Benue Links tragedy that claimed over a dozen lives months ago at the Nasarawa Eggon hills. The ill fated accident had confined her to a wheelchair. But the determined lady would not give up her dreams. She was in transit to Makurdi to undertake her final clearance at Benue State University when the accident happened. Clearly, God had destined her to become a lawyer. She pulled through and survived the internal injury that affected her spinal cord. She graciously participate in the Call to Bar ceremonies this week and become Solicitor and Advocate of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. Congratulations Barr. Ufuoma. Congratulations Learned Counsel. http://www.editorialtimes.com/benue-links-fatal-accident-survivor-set-to-be-called-to-bar/ 2 Likes |
| Foreign Affairs › 6.4-magnitude Earthquake Hits Albania, 14 Killed, 325 Injured by Editorialtimes(op): 5:16pm On Nov 26, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Abuja Information reaching us has it that a 6.4 magnitude earthquake has hit Albania in the early hours of Tuesday. In the report, tt least 14 people have been killed, while several hundreds are missing and hundreds have been injured. The epicenter was in the port city of Durres, about 36 kilometers from the capital Tirana. Albania shares boundary with Greece and North Macedonia. The quake had a preliminary rating of 6.4 magnitude, hit the European nation at an approximate depth of 20 kilometers (12 miles) early Tuesday local time, according to the United States Geological Survey. https://i1.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/albania.jpg?resize=696%2C391 Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama's office revised the death toll upwards several times on Tuesday. At least four victims died in Durres. Another two died in Thumane, one person died after jumping from a building in panic in Kurbin, and one victim died while driving on a badly damaged road in Lezhe, the spokesperson added. https://i1.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/albania.jpg?resize=696%2C391 The health ministry had earlier confirmed that at least 325 people were injured in the quake, and the Prime Minister's office has said that several people are still missing. Nearby Bosnia and Herzegovina was also struck by an earthquake on Tuesday morning, the country's interior ministry told reporters. Source |
| Politics › Kogi Guber: APM Approaches Court, Calls For Cancellation Of Election by Editorialtimes(op): 4:13pm On Nov 26, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Abuja https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/apm.jpeg?fit=1200%2C1200 A disenfranchised political party, The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) seeks the cancellation of the Kogi State Governorship election held on November 16th 2019 as its candidate Mr. Daniel was excluded from the party. The party in a letter to the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC) Prof Mahmoud Yakubu and signed by Joseph Oluwarotimi Ojo, of Rotimi Ojo & Co, Solicitors and Advocates, dated November 20th, asked for the voiding of the already conducted Kogi State Governorship election within three days of receipt of its letter and conduct of a fresh election with the full inclusion of APM Governorship Candidate. In the letter to INEC, the party would be seeking legal redress in the tribunal if INEC does the contrary, insisting that the alleged exclusion of APM has denied the candidate the adequate preparation to attend all activities before the election, canvas for votes, nominate and submit names of polling agents, an action that caused the exclusion of APM from the election. Earlier, INEC had disobeyed to the court orders to include the name of the party’s candidate, the commission denied the candidate from participating in all activities leading to the election. More so, even the party is wondering why 01 vote was allocated to APM in some registration areas even when they did not participate in the election. The letter insisted that the inclusion of the name of the APM candidate and logo which was allegedly written in handwriting on the summary results sheets from registration areas and collation centres at the local government level was an afterthought. The letter observed that INEC failed to make provision for agents at polling units as required by law. The INEC, had before the Kogi State Governorship election, disqualified the APM candidate and party for fielding an underage deputy governorship candidate. The party according to the letter was said to have been denied the right for substitution even within the stipulated window period. Source |
| Politics › Pictures From All Nigerian Judges Conference As PMB Declared It Open by Editorialtimes(op): 7:46pm On Nov 25, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Abuja https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574706418272.jpg?resize=300%2C200President Buhari declared open the 2019 All Nigerian Judges Conference. The event is an annual one where all notable Nigerian Judges converge. This year’s conference had in attendance President Buhari, the Chief Justice of the Federation and many other notable Judges. According to presidential spokes person, Mr. Femi Adesina, Mr. President declared open the 2019 All Nigerian Judges Conference in Abuja. “President Buhari declares Open the 2019 All Nigeria Judges’ Conference at National Judicial Institute Abuja on 25th Nov 2019he said. https://i2.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574706431158.jpg?resize=300%2C200https://i2.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574706424005.jpg?resize=300%2C200 https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574706445577.jpg?resize=300%2C200 https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574706437475.jpg?resize=696%2C464 http://www.editorialtimes.com/pictures-buhari-declares-all-nigerian-judges-conference-open/ |
| Celebrities › Falz Shared A Photo Of Himself Meditating With Buddha, Celebrities React by Editorialtimes(op): 9:26pm On Nov 20, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Lagos A list singer and entertainer, Falz The Bahd Guy shared a picture of himself meditating with Buhddah statues on his Instagram page. He captioned it “Sometimes Meditate”. Falz has been known to be a liberal person who also for a while has been controversial for his videos in which he spoke against corruption, religious oppression and the state of Nigeria in general. Some celebrities and other followers reacted to the picture. See screenshots below. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/71851551_554507205335098_8405350567066700535_n.jpg?resize=696%2C696 https://i1.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Screenshot_20191120-210344.png?resize=188%2C300 Click the link below to see more pictures. http://www.editorialtimes.com/celebrity-singer-falz-shared-a-photo-of-himself-meditating-with-buhddah-celebrities-react/ |
| Politics › See The Before And After Pictures Of A Cocaine Addict Rescued By Pastor Rapu by Editorialtimes(op): 8:22pm On Nov 20, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Lagos https://i1.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574274359373.jpg?resize=696%2C399 Earlier this year, the Senior Pastor of House of Freedom, Dr. Tony Rapu, and his team visited Ipodo, a notorious street in Ikeja, Lagos State and in the process rescued 26-year-old Lizzy, who has taken to begging, hard drugs and prostitution as means of survival. Lizzy, who attended two prestigious schools in Lagos; Caleb Nursery and Primary School as well as Vivian Fowler Secondary School, Billingsway, Oregun, has been suffering from drug addiction for seven years. Lizzy said her ex-boyfriend introduced her to smoking of weed. He, thereafter, told her he had been mixing her wraps up with cocaine. “I couldn’t visit any rehabilitation centre because I thought it wouldn’t help. I started with weed smoking, then one day, my boyfriend told me he had been adding cocaine and I was surprised. I asked him why he would do such without my consent, but it wasn’t long before I got addicted to it. It became so critical that I had to take to begging during the day and prostitution at night.” Recently pictures of rehabilitated Lizzy was shared online. Please see before and after pictures. https://i2.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574274365456.jpg?resize=243%2C300 https://i2.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574274372704.jpg?resize=241%2C300 http://www.editorialtimes.com/see-the-before-and-pictures-of-a-cocaine-addict-rescued-by-pastor-rapu/ |
| Politics › President Buhari Honores Mrs. Ugwu, Gifts Her A House by Editorialtimes(op): 8:46pm On Nov 19, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Abuja https://i1.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574191548582.jpg?fit=720%2C480 Mrs. Ugwu first came to the attention of the public when Mr. Ekundayo Awe spearheaded a fundraiser to appreciate her for her integrity. Today, Mrs. Ugwu was appreciated by President Buhari with a house key and national recognition. This President Buhari did when he declared open a 2 day summit on anti corruption in Abuja. "In 2006, Ms Josephine Ugwu’s monthly salary was N12,000 but she found and returned over N10 million at Enugu Airport where she was working as a cleaner. In 2014, she found and returned N8 million at Lagos Airport. In the same year, she found and returned N7 million at the same airport. In 2015, she found and returned $12 million from the same airport and in 2019 she found and returned N200,000 at the private wing of MMA. The story sounds like fairy tale but it’s true. Ms Ugwu is the last of 12 children of her parents. She lost her mother when she was 8 months old. She grew up having an uneasy life but she has proven herself over the years in her place of work as a woman of honesty and integrity. Today, President Muhammadu Buhari recognised the exemplary honesty and worthy conduct of Ms. Ugwu and presented her with a house key while declaring open a 2-day National Summit on Diminishing Corruption in Public Service organised by ICPC. Photo credit: Bayo Omoboriowo." http://www.editorialtimes.com/president-buhari-honores-mrs-ugwu-the-faan-worker/ 1 Like |
| NYSC › Kogi Election: Corper Who Died, Buried Amidst Tears by Editorialtimes(op): 4:32pm On Nov 19, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Abuja A Corp member who was among those selected by INEC to participate in the just concluded Kogi governorship election lost his life to thugs. https://i1.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574176563875.jpg?fit=720%2C1280 The Kogi State governorship election in 2019 is adjudged by International Observers to be the worst since the history of the state. He was buried amidst tears today. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Screenshot_20191119-161559.png?resize=246%2C420 INEC declared Yahaya Bello the winner of the governorship election after he pulled over 400,000 votes to beat Wada of PDP and Natasha of SDP. http://www.editorialtimes.com/kogi-election-corper-who-lost-his-life-to-thugs-buried-amidst-tears/ |
| Politics › Kogi, Bayelsa Elections: Nigeria’s Democracy In Danger – Uk, Us, Eu, Un, Others by Editorialtimes(op): 1:53pm On Nov 19, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Lagos https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Trump-Buhari-890x395.jpg?fit=890%2C395 The International Community, has expressed concern over the conduct and conditions under which Saturday’s Governorship elections in Bayelsa and Kogi States, were held. An expression in a joint statement stated that The Diplomatic Watch, which comprises of Austria, the European Union Delegation, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, UK, and the United States, US, deployed teams to monitor the two States. It raised an alarm at reports of widespread of violence and intimidation, some of which were witnessed by their teams in Kogi. “There are reports of fatalities and people missing, including INEC staff. Our thoughts are with all victims and their families”, the countries said. “We encourage all Stakeholders, in particular political Leaders, to call for calm, and we encourage Security Agencies to investigate thoroughly and bring perpetrators to justice. “We are also concerned by evident vote buying and credible reports of ballot box snatching in both Bayelsa and Kogi. “We commend the commitment and resilience of voters in both States, who came out to exercise their democratic rights. “We express our sympathy for those affected by the violence, including ordinary voters, INEC Officials, members of the NYSC, Civil Society, and the Media. “All should be able to carry out their fundamental role in the democratic process, free from intimidation and harassment. As long-standing friends, we have been present at every major election in Nigeria, since 1999. “We remain committed to working impartially with Nigerian authorities, INEC in particular, as well as Civil Society, to consolidate and deepen democracy.” Source |
| Politics › See Pictures Of The House In Which The PDP Woman Leader Was Burnt Alive by Editorialtimes(op): 12:31pm On Nov 19, 2019 |
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| Nairaland General › Extraterrestrial Alien-like Mummy Found In An Egyptian Pyramid by Editorialtimes(op): 6:25pm On Nov 18, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Lagos https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/1-alien-extraterrestrial-mummy.png?fit=600%2C314 An extraterrestrial alien-like mummy has been found in a pyramid in Egypt. It was discovered that it was well preserved and all the features in place. It is between 1,50 and 1,69 centimeters long or high. Archeologist say that it is about 2000 years old and looks like a humanoid. According to the inscription on the controversial extraterrestrial mummy's tomb, it was referred to as Osirunet meaning "sent from the sky"The body was buried along with other things that could not be identified. The identifiable items around the place are clothings, pottery and gold. The mummy was discovered by Dr. Viktor Lubek, a professor formerly with the university of Pennsylvania. The artifacts found around the tomb were made of unidentifiable synthetic materials. Some theories suggested that the alien king for whatever reason ended up as a king in Egypt. The government has according to reports contacted some reknowned archaeologists but none has been able to reach a plausible conclusion as to what the king was. Although, Egyptians have refused to believe that their origin came from extraterrestrial life forms.Worthy mention: Alienstar Source: http://www.editorialtimes.com/extraterrestrial-alien-like-mummy-found-in-an-egyptian-pyramid/ |
| Politics › Gov. Bello In Kaduna On A Thank You Visit To El Rufai by Editorialtimes(op): 5:13pm On Nov 18, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Abuja https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574092736775.jpg?fit=480%2C320 The Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello today paid a courtesy visit to governor El Rufai of Kaduna state to appreciate his efforts and the role he played in his reelection. The Kaduna state governor was in Kogi last week to support Bello. El Rufai had to kneel down publicly to beg for forgiveness on behalf of Bello. He also went to parts of Kogi East to beg local chiefs to forgive Bello.The Kaduna state governor said "Bello is young and he's supposed to make mistakes". He pleaded with Kogites to forgive and reelect him citing that he had learnt his lessons. The Kogi State governorship election took place on Saturday the 16th of November 2019. Bello was earlier today declared winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC. http://www.editorialtimes.com/gov-bello-in-kaduna-on-a-thank-you-visit-to-el-rufai/ |
| Travel › Breaking: Scores Burnt Beyond Recognition As Petrol Tanker Explodes In Lokoja by Editorialtimes(op): 1:24pm On Nov 18, 2019*. Modified: 1:41pm On Nov 18, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Lagos In what appeared to be one of the worst petrol tanker accident in 2019, scores of people were burnt beyond recognition as a petrol tanker exploded in Lokoja Kogi state capital. A fuel tanker exploded at the Felele area of Lokoja earlier today leaving charred humans and vehicles in its wake. Some of the casualties might be travelers and not necessarily resident in Lokoja. https://i1.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574079423139.jpg?resize=696%2C877 https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574079416098.jpg?resize=150%2C300 As at the time of filing this report, the men of Fire Service were no where on the site of incident. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574079404969.jpg?resize=150%2C300 https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574079430954.jpg?resize=300%2C225 https://i2.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574079457474.jpg?resize=300%2C225 Visit link below for more pictures. http://www.editorialtimes.com/breaking-scores-burnt-as-petrol-tanker-explodes-in-lokoja/ |
| Politics › Kogi Election 2019: Disturbing Videos Of Gun Battles And Deaths In Kogi State by Editorialtimes(op): 12:15pm On Nov 18, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Lagos 1. An eight year old boy gasping for air after been shot by thugs in Anyigba. From the video a man was heard asking the boy what his name was in Igala language. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjFpuwg8JUE 2. Wailing and crying filled the air helpers try to take the lifeless body of a boy shot thugs home in Kogi East. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T73vAZs2wd0 3. Policemen and voters scamper for safety as the ratatata of gunshots by thugs filled the air as thugs invaded a polling unit in Kogi central. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrQ_SkKIhrA 4. Blood spilled as an Igala boy was shot and killed by thugs in Lokoja the Kogi state capital. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfO5oho8QJw 5. Thugs invaded a polling unit in Lokoja and carted away ballot boxes using hilux vans while siren blare from an accompanying SUV. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRq3NdR1TqY 6. The moment thugs invaded Ayetoro Gbede in Kabba LGA of Kogi West Senatorial District, shoot sporadically into the air and carted away with election materials. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wlp5QCYZCG4 7. The moment thugs invaded a polling unit in Kabba LGA shooting sporadically at people and made away with election materials. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYEbhD-sI6g 8. A boy shot in the thigh was seen taken to the hospital on motorbike in Kogi West Senatorial District of Kogi State. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXGt7UtBHd0 9. Grave a boy shot dead in Ayetoro Kogi West been prepared for his burial. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jcC403oiPE Source: http://www.editorialtimes.com/disturbing-videos-of-deaths-and-gun-battles-from-kogi-elections/ 1 Like 1 Share |
| Politics › Powerful Images From The Kogi Elections 2019. Graphic Images Included by Editorialtimes(op): 9:11am On Nov 18, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Lagos https://i1.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573900942946.jpg?resize=225%2C300 1. The picture above was captured the moment a thug was caught with six live ammunition and gun at Iyale ward in Dekina LGA. The opposition claimed that he was sent by the APC disrupt the process, but that we may never know. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573902665330-1.jpg?resize=144%2C300 2. The moment an SDP Party Agent was beaten to coma in Okene, Kogi Central. He’s been taken to a nearby hospital to possible treatment. https://i1.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573919435732-1.jpg?resize=232%2C300 3. INEC adhoc staff caught on camera sharing bribe. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574027709208.jpg?resize=225%2C300 4. Thugs caught on their way to snatch ballot boxes in Kogi East. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574027702790.jpg?resize=225%2C300 5. An APC ward leader caught on camera influencing voters with money. https://i2.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574027689087.jpg?resize=300%2C229 6. A youth who tried to resist thugs from snatching ballot boxes was shot and killed in Kogi East. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574027734262.jpg?resize=300%2C226 7. A very graphic image a PDP supporter killed at a polling unit. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574027720446.jpg?resize=225%2C300 8. Election materials destroyed by thugs while voters scampered for safety in Anyigba. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573846075572.jpg?resize=169%2C300 10. A PDP party supporter shot in the leg in Abocho, Kogi east. He’s waiting for paramedics. https://i1.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574025456455.jpg?resize=300%2C225 11. The picture above is a polling unit destroyed by thugs. Election materials were destroyed also. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573846081675.jpg?resize=169%2C300 12. A PDP party agent lucky to be alive as stray bullet miraculously didn’t pierce through the head. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573903914189-1.jpg?resize=225%2C300 13. Election materials destroyed in Anyigba by thugs. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574060601960.jpg?resize=300%2C168 14. The picture above is an aftermath of thugs invasion at a polling unit in Lokoja the Kogi State capital. https://i2.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573893744038.jpg?resize=300%2C224 15. The moment thugs were apprehended on their way to cause damage in Kogi East. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574028143221.jpg?resize=300%2C224 16. Election materials destroyed and voters chased away by thugs in Kogi central. https://i2.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574027646786.jpg?resize=300%2C225 17. The moment Nigerian Policemen took possession of election materials from a polling unit. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573900347094-1.jpg?resize=225%2C300 18. Fake policemen caught in Anyigba, Kogi East. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574060335166.jpg?resize=200%2C300 19. The man in this picture is Mr. Umar. He lost his life to a bullet that pierced through his body while trying to resist thugs from snatching ballot boxes in Abocho. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573572078182.jpg?resize=300%2C225 20. A Kogi State Commissioner addressing party faithfuls with a cutlass round his neck. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1574027764541.jpg?resize=199%2C300 21. The above picture is that of an HND II student of Kogi State Polytechnic who lost his life in Ibaji, a riverine area in Kogi East. Source: http://www.editorialtimes.com/powerful-images-from-the-just-concluded-kogi-state-election-graphic-images/ 17 Likes 2 Shares |
| Politics › See The African Map Of Provinces & Kingdoms Before The Invasion Of The Europeans by Editorialtimes(op): 6:33pm On Nov 16, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Archive https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Africa-Before-Europe-Invasion.jpg?resize=696%2C689 The above is a map of Africa and its kingdoms before the invasion of Europeans. According journals on notes on tribes and provinces, there were many great kingdoms and territories before the invasion of Europeans and Asians. There were the great kingdoms like the Ife of the Yorubas that extended up to parts of the present day Edo state. There was the NOK province. The Nok culture is an early Iron Age population whose material remains are named after the Ham village of Nok in Kaduna State of Nigeria, where their famous terracotta sculptures were first discovered in 1928. The great Igala kingdom lost the Kwararafa people after much agitation for independence. The Igala stood and fought off the Jukuns and the Binis in what were fierce territorial wars. Disagreement led to the Igala kingdom losing both the Nupes in the present day Niger state, the Egbiras and Idomas in the present day Benue state. The great Hausa kingdom according to Temple C. stood tall and was almost indomitable until the Fulani invasion. The Igbo kingdom were largely peacemakers and had stayed centuries without engaging in major wars until the kingdom was colonize by the Europeans. Eri, the god-like founder of Nri, is believed to have settled the region around 948 with other related Igbo cultures following after in the 13th century. The first Eze Nri (King of Nri) Ìfikuánim followed directly after him. According to Igbo oral tradition, his reign started in 1043. THERE HAS BEEN MUCH SPECULATION ABOUT THE ORIGINS OF THE IGBO PEOPLE, AS IT IS UNKNOWN HOW EXACTLY THE GROUP CAME TO FROM.---- WIKIPEDIA Other notable mention are: - The Kush Province - The Punt Kingdom - The Nzambi Kingdom - Teheni Kingdom and many others. Source |
| Politics › Kogi Election: INEC Officials Caught On Camera Sharing Bribe Money by Editorialtimes(op): 5:10pm On Nov 16, 2019 |
Some Independent National Electoral Commission ad-hoc staff were caught on camera sharing money given to them as bribe by politicians in Kogi State. Kogi state governorship election voting process according to reports was marred with some irregularities. From ballot box snatching to killing of youths and disruption of voting processes by thugs. https://i1.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573919435732.jpg?w=696 Voting officially stopped by 2pm today and as at the time of filing this report, counting of votes have since commenced in some polling units across the state. http://www.editorialtimes.com/kogi-election-inec-officials-caught-on-camera-sharing-bribe-money/ |
| Politics › Kogi Election: Picture; Police Arrests Armed Fake Police Officers In Anyigba by Editorialtimes(op): 12:25pm On Nov 16, 2019 |
https://i1.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573900354401.jpg?resize=225%2C300 According to an eyewitness account, the men of the Nigerian Police Force intercepted a hilux van at Anyigba Unity Square. The Kogi State governorship election is currently on going with a lot of disturbing news from Anyigba and its environs. Our Correspondent who took these pictures could not go closer to the scene as the tension was much and the environment hostile. Earlier today, the Kogi East APC leader, Mr. Ahmed Attah was arrested with an AK47 riffle. Details later. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573900347094.jpg?resize=696%2C928 http://www.editorialtimes.com/kogi-election-police-arrests-armed-fake-police-officers-in-anyigba/ |
| Politics › Breaking: PDP Youth Leader Sold Out Election Materials To APC Thugs by Editorialtimes(op): 9:29am On Nov 16, 2019 |
In what appeared to be a bizzare development, the Dekina LGA Division PDP Youth Leader allegedly sold out election materials to APC thugs. This he did by giving a node or “go ahead” to the Presiding Officers in the two polling units. This information was contained in post published by the Deputy Director of Communications and Media, Mr. Usman Austin Okai on his Facebook page. https://i0.wp.com/www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Screenshot_20191116-091141.png?resize=696%2C1450 http://www.editorialtimes.com/breaking-a-pdp-youth-leader-sold-out-election-materials-to-apc-thugs/ 1 Like |
| Politics › Kogi 2019: See The Mammoth Crowd At The SDP Candidate, Natasha's Campaign Ground by Editorialtimes(op): 10:06pm On Nov 11, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Nigeria https://www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573505101997.jpg SDP’s Natasha Akpoti Storms Kogi East on a Massive Campaign The Social Democratic Party (SDP) kicks off its gubernatorial campaign from the eastern part of the state today in Idah, the traditional capital of Igalaland. https://www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573505114117-560x420.jpg On arrival in Idah, the long arcade of entourage locked the town and held it stand still. The roads in Idah today were taken over by thousands of supporters who trooped en masse to welcome the gubernatorial candidate, Barr. Natasha Hadiza Akpoti and her running mate, Engr. Khalid Adams Ogbeche. https://www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573505087945-1-560x420.jpg The whopping crowd, a conglomeration of supporters and party faithfuls from across the Idah Federal Constituency enthusiastically pledged their support and commitment to Natasha’s gubernatorial cause and promised to vote massively for her come November 16, 2019. https://www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573505092670-696x392.jpg Natasha Akpoti, amongst all guber contenders remain the only female candidate with the race for Lugard House. The election is slated for November 16, 2019. Source |
| Politics › Photos: See The Dilapidated State Of Confluence Radio Lokoja by Editorialtimes(op): 8:45pm On Nov 11, 2019 |
Editorial Times | Nigeria https://www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573499492347.jpg The Confluence Radio is a state owned institution located in Kogi State capital, Lokoja.According to inside sources, the radio station is facing an all time low output as little or no funding is coming to the institution. https://www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573499471022-236x420.jpg From the pictures below, Yahaya Bello was seen having an interactive session with the people with some old and outdated equipments in the background. An anonymous person who doesn't want his name in print said that even companies and businesses no longer patronise the radio station as the purchasing power of Kogites has remained very low since 2016. https://www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/FB_IMG_1573499483305-236x420.jpg The Kogi State governorship election comes up later this week, 16th November, 2019.Source |
| Health › 3,891 Persons Tested Positive To HIV In Imo State by Editorialtimes(op): 2:49pm On Nov 11, 2019 |
Editorial Times NG https://www.editorialtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/images-40.jpeg More than 3,891 persons133,792 persons screened for the Human Immune Virus (HIV) between January and June this year in Imo State tested positive to the infection. This means that 2 out of 100 persons in Imo State are HIV positive.The Programme Coordinator of the State AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Infection Control, Dr Desmond Emenalo, made this disclosure yesterday in Owerri during the Imo State Inaugural Surge Consortium by Caritas Nigeria. Recently, a new HIV strain was discovered and has been classified as HIV-1 Group M, subtype L. Group M is the strain of HIV-1 responsible for the global HIV pandemic. A new strain of HIV has been confirmed by a group of researchers and it is the first strain of the immune disease to be discovered in nearly 20 years. Source |
