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WriterNig:
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A 🇺🇸 U.S Army helicopter crashed at a military base in Alabama on Wednesday afternoon killed one person and injured another, military officials said.

An AH-64 Apache helicopter crashed during routine flight training on Fort Novosel Army base, about 94 miles (151 kilometers) south of Montgomery, according to a statement from the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence and Fort Novosel.

The crash killed the flight instructor, while a US. Army student pilot was airlifted to a hospital for additional evaluation, according to the statement.

Dale County Coroner John Cawley identified the deceased instructor pilot as Daniel Munger, 46, who was a contractor and retired from the Army.

Military authorities did not immediately provide any information about the circumstances of the crash. The statement said the accident is under investigation.

“Our primary concern is the welfare and health of the student pilot and care and concern for the family of the deceased,” Major Gen. Clair A. Gill, U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence and Fort Novosel commanding general, said in a statement emailed to The Associated Press.

The AH-64 Apache is a two-crewmember aircraft.

ABANGWABOI:
Men better born like Abokis Dem oo
Imagine having 3 children and something happen to one..
Kw he is left with just two (one Son) ...
Take heart Duru...


Men no form woke oo born enough oo.. if your wife say na few em want... marry another wife... Ire ooooo

Fineman2:
Nollywood Actor Francis Duru has lost his 15-year old son Ifeanyi, the actor posted it on his social media page.



https://www.instagram.com/p/C-ZlDkTt9K0/?igsh=OXE4ZGJoeHR5N2Ji

Abagworo:
Piping gas from Imo or Delta Igbo to Lagos and calling it innovation is mere cheating since the citizens that own the gas are not paid a dime.

naptu2:
Gas pipeline debuts in Eko Atlantic City

By Sebastine Obasi
August 7, 2024

A 5km natural gas pipeline network has debuted in Victoria Island, connecting Eko Atlantic City, Lagos, courtesy of Axxela Limited and NGML.

This milestone marks a significant achievement in Axxela and NGML’s ongoing 72.5km pipeline infrastructure project, which will span from Victoria Island to the Lekki metropolis. The newly commissioned 5km pipeline network traversing from Outer Marina to Kuramo Beach is the first phase of the project and is expected to connect customers from Five Cowrie River by Army Officers’ Mess in Bonny Camp, all the way to the proposed Lekki International Airport.

According to Kehinde Alabi, Axxela’s Chief Operating Officer, “The commissioning of the first phase of this ambitious 72.5km pipeline network underscores our commitment to expanding natural gas infrastructure within the Greater Lagos Area. By connecting Eko Atlantic City to first gas, as a pioneer customer on this axis, we are paving the way for more access to the natural gas advantage; providing reliable energy solutions that can aid economic development. For us at Axxela, we are not only fueling businesses, but we are enabling the development of self-sustaining clusters, whilst strengthening Nigeria’s socio-economic growth”.

Also speaking, Justin Ezeala, Managing Director, NNPC Gas Marketing Limited (NGML), “Over the past two decades, NGML and Axxela have been renowned for their pioneering efforts and immense contribution to natural gas advocacy, this expansion project is a further reaffirmation of our partnership and dedication to natural gas infrastructure development across Nigeria and Africa. We are optimistic that advancing the natural gas pipeline network to the highly commercial Victoria Island and the rapidly developing Lekki area is a step in the right direction”.

Managing Director of Eko Atlantic City, David Frame, highlighted the significance of being the first customer to be connected and benefit from the project. “This development not only ensures a more efficient, stable, affordable and reliable supply of energy for our power generation needs but also sets a good benchmark for modern urban living. Beyond the immense socio-economic benefit, the sustainable nature of natural gas aligns with our vision of creating a future-ready city that prioritises energy efficiency and environmental sustainability”.

“The collaboration between Axxela, NGML and Eko Atlantic City will help the urban coastal city meet its energy needs efficiently and reliably. Eko Atlantic city is currently developing a 60MW capacity gas powered plant infrastructure which is expected to be commissioned in the coming years. As this futuristic city expands, its power requirements are substantial and critical for both residential and commercial activities. Axxela, a market leader in natural gas processing, distribution and power development, brings extensive experience of delivering piped gas to about 200 industrial and commercial customers via a vast natural gas infrastructure network.”

Eko Atlantic City, also known as Nigeria’s International Commercial Centre, is an innovative coastal city located in the heart of Victoria Island. With its grand infrastructural design that houses world class, large scale financial, residential and commercial developments, the city has become an undeniable hub of economic opportunities. This new city development embodies self-sufficiency and sustainability with cutting-edge urban planning, power generation, advanced engineering and technology.

Upon completion, the project will deepen domestic gas utilisation as companies, and businesses along the Victoria Island-Lekki corridor will have access to pipeline network infrastructure and natural gas will be readily available for utilisation across various market segments including cooling, feedstock for industries and decentralised power solutions amongst others.
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2024/08/gas-pipeline-debuts-in-eko-atlantic-city/

PoeticMind:
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan just created a new world record for the women's 100 metres hurdles event, at the ongoing World Athletics Championship in Eugene, Oregon, United States of America.

The Nigerian sprinstar ran the distance in 12.12 seconds to beat the previous record holder, United States K. Harrison who came second with arise of 12.17 seconds.

AlphaTaikun:
The tartan track was fast and 'Tobi too was prepared... Boom!

Congrats to the golden girl!

ogbiwa:
https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/other-sports/womens-hurdles-world-record-championships-27566613

olametrix:
Am surprised I never ear our national anthem for this Paris 2024 guyz,

What's the problem

1stGenAmerican:
We’ll see what the SA officials find or if they dismiss the claim. If it truly is a case of identity theft and the other mother was unable to register her daughter, it’s possible the young lady in question was not born in SA. We’ll wait and see.

VikingKing:
This is where Tinubu media cows and other ronu miscreants go to contract HIV and all kinds of assorted diseases while Seyi, Gbajabiamila, Ajuri, and co lodge in 5 star hotels to chop Toke Makinwa and still get the same HIV.

Freshtruth:
Omo

1Sharon:
I saw Seppuku's response to you and he may be right. It could be a typo on the end of the south african government. Even at that, I still have some questions on her father's origin

Her mother is from Mozambique allegedly

Sepukku:
I am not here to abuse anyone however I do get annoyed at statements that imply or suggest bigotry of any group of people in Nigeria.

To your point about the name "adetsina". This could be likewise be a mispelling on the part of South African home affairs officials when registering this girl or her father as I have seen this happen several times on the many a Nigerian persons documents. It is a hassle to correct such errors so the father probably left it as such.

None the less we all know what the name means in Yoruba regardless of the spelling.

1Sharon:
Is her father yoruba or Igbo? I'm trying to make sense of the name 'Adetshina'

Sepukku:
THe olodoness in this write up simply shows how you do not understand that names and surnames are transient. As people move from one place to another so do the formation of their names, Yoruba or not. There are several different spellings of Yoruba names in sierra leone and Togo so stop your Biogotry.

As for Chidinma's case. The rule of Law must take effect in South Africa. If her mother obtained her citizenship by fraud i.e. identity theft then it MAY be an issue upon her daughter's citizenship.

However,In the case of this young lady it is likely she is still a citizen of South Africa based on other applicable laws in South Africa i.e. being her physical birth in the country, the legal status of her father, her turning 18 years old and applying for citizenship by naturalization e.t.c otherwise she becomes stateless or defaults to the citizenship of her father who may be a legal resident or citizen at this point.

Her mother on the other hand may be in deep S**T.

Wyttcat:
The name 'Adetsina' too is an identity theft. As for South Africa, you are welcome to the world of roller coaster, this is what Yoruba have been dealing with. They steal and cheat with heavy propaganda and if you say anything, you are called haters. The best thing is to blow them away like dust and not entertain them at all before you start dealing with sob stories day in day out. For your sanity, don't allow them take part in your events, they don't appreciate anything.

fergie001:
ONGOING HOME AFFAIRS INVESTIGATION FINDS PRIMA FACIE Indications OF FRAUD COMMITTED BY CHIDIMMA ADETSHINA’S MOTHER



Department of Home Affairs - Republic of South Africa

PREVIOUS THREADS:
https://www.nairaland.com/8169895/cant-nigerian-compete-miss-sa#131225793

https://www.nairaland.com/8162905/chidimma-adetshina-makes-top-13#131105594

77up:
At least read before comment. You are fast becoming an educated illiterate just because of your blind hatred for Tinubu.

God1000:
Is this what Tinubu wants to be remembered for? Starving your own people to death and killing them with bullets

God1000:
Source: Sahara reporters


https://saharareporters.com/2024/08/07/breaking-nigerian-soldiers-enforcing-emirs-curfew-order-open-fire-bauchi-community#:~:text=%E2%80%9CThe%20youths%20of%20Lere%20mobilised,and%20Deene%20Baban%20Uwale%2C%2015.

Bmaster:
mumu
Who knows you for Yoruba land,idiot.
You are lucky aboki no dey internet,and the few that's online don't do nairaland.
Hype yourself like this on Twitter with your real name and profile and see if your masters children won't fish you out and lynch you,ode.

Kingsmeal:
Credit: Sahara Reporters


Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAa_ZYLX_O8?si=XcIZngplb4YlFfxj

Adamux:
Is this meant to be funny?

You are making fun of our people fighting for a better tomorrow.

We are watching you Igbos closely.

Built2last:
You certainly don't get it. Your first line shows you don't understand the gist.

If the headline was an An American born Nigerian wins gold for Nigeria. You position won't be same.

Greatzeus:
As at Today 7th of August 2024, Africa is the only Continent not represented amongst the Top 30 best performance so far.

In fact the best performing African country so far is Kenya at No. 33 with 4 medals, 1 gold 1 silver and 2 bronze.

Yet we have African athletes who nationalized and have won medals for their countries.
Africa is the bedrock of talent but not always utilized to the full potential. What is the problem really? Government, laziness or lack of adequate preparedness or what? Africa's performance so far is too poor.

Aliyutani:
A Journey to Remember: My NYSC Posting Adventure

Let me begin by saying that checking NYSC postings is not for the faint-hearted. I remember back in 2018 when I checked for my e-call-up letter. Prior to that, I sought help to avoid being posted to the South and North Eastern states due to the distance and insecurity in those regions. You know, in Nigeria, it's all about having the right connections. I was assured that I would be posted to Kano. So, when my friend Faruk called me to ask where I was posted, I confidently said, "Kano" before even checking. But fate had other plans; I was posted to Delta state. As soon as I entered my details and the webpage loaded, I saw "Delta," and I felt uneasy and disgruntled, which was quite unusual for me.

I'm about to embark on my NYSC journey. I lost my opportunity to enroll for the mandatory youth service of Batch B after the café guy, Ghali, played a trick on me. He short-changed me after taking my registration fee, using the money for personal expenses. After confronting him and threatening to report him to his boss, his superiors intervened and scolded him. A day later, he registered me for batch C, stream 2.

Fast forward to printing the slip; I immediately called my uncle, a cosmopolitan who has worked in the North, East, and West. He assured me that I had nothing to worry about. I remember him saying, "This will be your opportunity to see Nigeria's diversity firsthand." His words eased my fears. I couldn't afford any more disappointments, and Delta state was never on my bucket list.

Realizing there was nothing I could do to change my deployment, I resigned myself to my fate. Now, all I needed was information about the camp's location in Delta State. I called my elder brother, who had once lived in Port Harcourt, South-South Nigeria, to ask if he had heard of Issele Uku town in Aniocha North Local Government. After a brief pause, he replied, 'Yes, I have. It's by the roadside before you reach Asaba, the state capital,' he said. That was somewhat reassuring.

'Not to brag, but I know the region like the back of my hand,' Abdulrahman said. Abdulrahman hails from Edo state, which is a few hours away from Delta.

I booked an evening bus to Delta state, staying at the park until 9 pm before we hit the road at Television Garage. There was a brief commotion at the park when we heard a loud bang, and everyone scattered for safety, including the driver. Unbeknownst to us, it was a burst tire; bomb blasts were rampant at the time. After realizing what had happened, we all laughed it off.

With my headphones on, I immediately plugged in my phone to listen to the then-trendy music, pondering what lay ahead. While vibing and grooving to the music, I heard a loud thud. Our bus nearly veered off the road around midnight, sending shivers down my spine. The driver managed to hit the brakes, bringing the bus to a halt. All passengers, including myself, hastily disembarked. It took the driver about an hour to fix the hummer bus.

We reboarded the bus, this time with my senses on high alert, scanning the road. Along the way, the hummer bus developed another issue, with the front light failing to illuminate the road ahead. We were in a tight spot, and I couldn't help but wonder, "What if armed robbers were to target us?"

The front light was badly damaged due to the earlier accident. The driver, realizing this, called his co-driver and waited for us. We drove at a snail's pace to catch up with him. He provided us with backlight so that we could continue the journey until we reached Lokoja. We made a stop at Lokoja not only as a transit point but also to offer our prayers.

After fixing the front light, we continued our journey. I noticed the driver discreetly handing money to soldiers manning the checkpoints we passed. I wanted to ask but kept quiet like a spy.

The Okene road was in terrible condition, and it took us hours to get past Okene. I noticed enormous palm trees along the way. We arrived in Benin City at dawn, where I observed tombstones in front yards and statues carved to honor the deceased. That marked the beginning of my culture shock.


We arrived in Delta State around 12 pm. The vegetation is lush green, with gigantic canopy-like trees. I took a taxi that dropped me off at Aniocha North Local Government Area. The taxi, upon reaching there, dropped me by the road. From there, I hopped on a motorcycle to Issele Uku NYSC Orientation Camp. We haggled over the fare, settling on N100. I informed the bike man that I had to go to the camp and was aware of the standard fares. Later, I found out that motorcycle riders often charge as much as N500 per trip.

Upon reaching the camp, I disembarked from the motorcycle and picked up my bags at the gate. I showed the soldier my call-up letter to gain access. I immediately joined the registration and documentation queues. After completing the registration, I was shown the way to the hostel. I belonged to Platoon 3 (Humility).

I was excited to see people from diverse cultures and ethnicities. Nigeria is truly diverse. I learned about the culture and traditions of Deltans, who are known for their hospitality.

NYSC camp is like a military barracks, where those in charge decide what you eat, wear, when you sleep, wake up, and even your mobility is programmed as well. We were woken up early in the morning for parades and in the scorching afternoon for various forms of physical exercise. The camp commandant called me and Sakina 'water bottles,' a military term for individuals of small stature and petite build.


A camp is a place where a well-mannered person can become promiscuous. When I realized this, I acquainted myself with well-mannered and culturally diverse friends, and in camp, I learned to become more tolerant. It's a place where the haves and the have-nots mingle. I remember that the half-sister of the then Kwara state governor was in the camp.

Sakina and Fatima are Yoruba girls from Osun state, while Victoria is from Ondo state. They are nice and down-to-earth ladies. I was able to clear up some misconceptions about the North. I also set some boundaries in the camp; I stated that no one should call me 'Aboki' because it is derogatory to me. When someone refused to comply and called me 'Aboki,' I responded with 'Alade,' a Hausa word for pig.

I remember a day when I barged into a conversation with an Igbo girl, Esther. She claimed she had never been to the North. She said her dad warned her to stay away from Northerners, as according to him, they are evil and have no regard for the sanctity of human lives. Her dad planted a seed of hatred for the North, but during camp, she learned about the North firsthand and even wanted to visit after NYSC. We had a lengthy conversation and instantly became friends. I also had another encounter with a South Easterner, and I was able to educate her about the North. She seemed pleased.

I also met those who are espoused to the Biafra ideology and cultists. I was able to pinpoint them during our debates. One day, my friend Aminu from Katsina rushed to the place where we normally hang out to rest under a tree. He was shocked and fidgeting. From his countenance and body language, I could tell that something was amiss.

"Do you remember that tattooed guy with a strong physique and a strange hairdo?" I asked. "I saw him drinking a black, thick concoction with a half-naked lady in the bush, and I also saw a deity-like figure," he said. "Yes, I do," I replied.

My mind then wandered in thoughts. I remembered my altercations with him. What if he hunted me, I said to myself discreetly. I think I'm making a mountain out of a molehill; there's no cause for alarm, I concluded quietly and unnoticed. I mustered some courage and continued my path of bravery, even though my heart was palpating.



I joined the cultural dance troupe and drama group. That's soothing; at least I can now avoid the parade; it's exhausting. To avoid the parade, I normally hide in the toilet until I hear no more sound before coming out.

"Hey! I haven't been seeing you at the parade," I said. "I'm like MTN everywhere you go," I replied to the soldier. He smiled. "From today onwards, we'll have cultural dance rehearsals. The dance group is for those who are removed from the parade for one mistake or another.

We learn how to play and beat the drum. We came first in the drama display. I played the role of a police officer.



I, Muhammed from Jos, feigned sickness in order to get relocation, despite Sakina and Fatima's advice. They tried to talk us out of this.
We were all homesick, missing our friends and family.

Upon passing out, I noticed that Fatima and Sakina were teary-eyed. I was moved to tears too inside the bus we booked. That same fate returned to Kano where I was posted to SDY Engineering and Construction Company in Bompai, Kano. I made friends, who are more than friends, both in the South and North, all thanks to NYSC.

I missed Delta State. I missed their food, and I came to realize this: "Truly, Warri no dey carry last.


*About Me*
_Freelance architect with 3+ years experience, skilled writer, columnist with passion for designing and communicating innovative and functional spaces._

Name: Arc Aliyu Tanimu
Email: Aliyutani@gmail.com
Social media handle: @IamAliyu_Tee
Number: +2347033399363

yinka902:
there is a lot of similarities in our native languages in Nigeria. for example: Yoruba and Hausa, Yoruba : Olele while in Hausa: Alele, Yoruba: Isana, Hausa: Asana. Yoruba : Agbalumo, Hausa: "Agwalumo"...

adamusuleiman3:
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2024/08/photos-emir-sanusis-son-ashraf-weds-partner-in-abuja/

bestsales20:
This is actually rude and foolish. The best would have been to simple ignore or drop your suggestion "respectfully". Didn't you see the location before you applied? Didn't they offer you ample time to prepare for the interview.

To even have the guts to post it here. No sane person should employ a loud-mouthed and rude person like you. If NNPC or Shell sent you that invite, would your reaction had been the same?

Botragelad:
Source;
https://decripto.org/en/riots-in-england-muslim-gangs-attack-pubs-in-pursuit-of-british-citizens-shocking-videos-from-birmingham/