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The SUV, or urban 4×4, Volvo XC40 has been named European Car of the Year. A first in the history of the Swedish brand, on the eve of the opening to the press of the 88th edition of the show of the Geneva car. This Volvo has been manufactured in Ghent since last November.

“ It’s a recognition (…) I think it’ll help us ,” said Hakan Samuelsson, CEO of Volvo Cars, at the Geneva Motor Show. He pointed out that the Swedish “ premium “ brand , owned by the Chinese manufacturer Geely since 2010, won for “ the first time ” this prize awarded once a year since 1964.

The Volvo XC40 succeeds the Peugeot 3008, which was last year the first SUV to win this trophy coveted by manufacturers. The new Volvo model was ahead of six other finalists: Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Audi A8, BMW 5 Series, Citroen C3 Aircross, Kia Stinger and Seat Ibiza.

This new victory of a SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) underlines the dominance of these models in Europe and in the world, where they represent a third of the sales, after years of growth superior to the market.

The car of the year 2018 was chosen by a jury of 60 specialized journalists from 23 European countries

http://naijacarlovers.com/index.php/2018/03/06/volvo-xc40-named-european-car-of-the-year/

President Muhammadu Buhari on monday hosted Liberian President George Weah at the presidential villa in Abuja.

According to reports President Weah arrived at the Presidential Palace at about 12:34 pm and was received by President Muhammad Buhari.

The former football legend was a member of the Montserrado County constituency in the Senate from January 14, 2015 to 22, 2018.

Weah joined politics after retirement from football.

He was sworn in as Liberian president on January 22, 2018.

http://nghubs.info/buhari-hosts-george-weah/

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The Kano state Governor Alhaji Abdullahi Umar Ganduje (Khadimul Islam), on behalf of the Kano State donated 100,000 Blankets and the sum of N20M to IDPs in Borno State.

According to NGHUBS, he also offered admission to another set of 100 IDPs to study from Primary up to degree level in Kano under the scholarship of the Kano State Government

The Borno state Governor Kashim Shettima thanked Governor Ganduje for his kind gestures towards the people of Borno state

“We are indeed very grateful to the Government and the people of Kano State.” Governor Shettima said

http://nghubs.info/kano-state-governor-donates-100000-blankets-to-idp/

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The Enugu State Executive Council (EXCO) has awarded contracts for the construction of another set of urban and rural roads worth over N1billion, in keeping with the state government’s infrastructural development initiatives and its resolve to continue to touch the lives of the people positively.

Addressing newsmen on the outcome of the council’s meeting, the Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Engr. Greg Nnaji disclosed that the roads awarded for construction were the Ugwuaji road junction-Nwobodo Nnam- Umunnaji-Onukwue streets, Maryland, Enugu; the Ugwuaku internal roads, Abakpa; the Abagana/Orofia street roads, Independence Layout, Enugu and the Okpu Orba-Agu Orba road extension.

It would be recalled that the Ugwuanyi administration had last week awarded contracts for the construction of six major roads across the state at the sum of N2.4 billion, covering the Eha-Amufu-Nkalagu federal road at Isi-Uzo Local Government Area, which has been in a deplorable condition.

Other road contracts awarded last week include the extension of the Agbani-Afor Amurri road; the extension of Ituku road; the construction of Ogonogoeji Ndi Agu Akpugo road (Atavu Bailey Bridge –Afor Onovo); the construction of 42 meter span Bailey bridge and road works across Nyama River to Amechi-Linking Umuogo and Umuagba Amechi Uno/ Obeagu community, mostly located in Nkanu West L.G.A.

At the press briefing, yesterday, Engr. Nnaji stated that the council’s decision was sequel to the recommendations of the Enugu State Urban Renewal Committee that is responsible for the upgrade, restoration and development of Enugu urban, saying: “If you are very conversant with Kenyatta market, Timber market, Awkunanaw street, you will notice that we have taken the road from Awkunanaw street to Loma-Linda junction and have equally awarded the road contract from Loma-Linda junction to Ugwuaji flyover to ensure free access mobility into Enugu”.

He added: “This time around, you can come into Enugu city from Ugwuaji, do your business and exit without any hitch. The newly awarded Ugwuaji road junction-Nwobodo Nnam- Umunnaji-Onukwue streets in Maryland, Enugu, is the road connecting Maryland and Achara Layout, Enugu, across Ndemde River”.

The works commissioner further explained that the Agbagana/Orofia roads off Nza Street was an interconnecting roads that would enable motorists access the New Artisan from Independence layout, stressing that due diligence was taken to ensure that quality work is delivered.

On the Ugwuaku internal roads at Abakpa, Engr. Nnaji hinted that the state government in furtherance of its efforts to strengthen the new look it recently gave to the satellite town through the rehabilitation of several roads, awarded the Harmony Estate road to enable the people of the area easy access to Enugu urban.

On other rural roads awarded, the works commissioner said: “We have made a touch again to the rural areas with the vision of creating more urban centres for socio-economic growth”.

In his briefing, the Commissioner for Information, Mr. Ogbuagu Anikwe, told newsmen that the council deliberated further on the issue of distribution and reticulation of water in the state through independent power supply.

Mr. Anikwe announced that the council has put a temporary halt on the conversion of civil servants under the Civil Service Commission, pending the conclusion of the review of the extant laws of the commission, revealing that the committee for the disbursement of the Local Government Paris Club refunds will present its report next week.

http://nghubs.info/gov-ugwuanyi-awards-n1-04-billion-road-contracts/

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After an outcry by the public on the dangers the Akwata pedestrian bridge possess to the public, the Enugu state government have swung into action to complete the bridge.

NGHUBS had earlier reported that the state government closed the bridge last week as a precautionary measure, and informed the public that the completion work to provide the necessary safety measures will commence immediately after the requisite due process is concluded.

See photos below

http://nghubs.info/enugu-state-government-commence-completion-of-akwata-pedestrian-bridge/

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A customs official have been butchered while on duty in one of the creeks in Nigeria.

According to NGHUBS, the customs official was butchered while trying to stop a daredevil smuggler trying to smuggle a vehicle through one of the creeks.

A customs official told NGHUBS that this is one of the hazards of the duties of the customs officials, adding that some get wounded while some get killed.

See graphic photos as obtained by NGHUBS below

http://nghubs.info/graphic-photo-customs-officer-butchered-while-trying-to-stop-smugglers/

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The Enugu State Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has donated 22 patrol vans for the Nigerian police in the state.

According to NGHUBS, Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi donated the vans so as enhance security operation and ensure a secure and safer environment for Enugu residence.

The Enugu State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Danmallam Mohammed while receiving the patrol vans commended Gov. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi for his “tremendous” support to the command towards the provision of adequate security of lives and property in the state.

The Police Commissioner, disclosed that the “huge support” from Gov. Ugwuanyi’s administration has “resulted in the ranking of Enugu as the most peaceful and safest state in the country”.

Mr. Mohammed noted that the security of lives and property and “total tranquility” being witnessed in the state was a deliberate action of the state government, stressing that Gov. Ugwuanyi strongly believes that “the purpose of government is for the security and social wellbeing of its citizens, as guaranteed in the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as amended”.

He added that the donated security vehicles was the latest in the series of support and commitment from the state government, promising that the force will continue to keep faith with the governor’s philosophy of zero tolerance for crime and his policy towards “a crime free Enugu State”.

“I therefore, wish to assure the good people of Enugu State that we will continue to provide adequate security coverage of the whole state round the clock so that people will sleep with their two eyes closed”, the police commissioner said.

Presenting the vehicles, Gov. Ugwuanyi stated that the decision was in keeping with his administration’s resolve, at its inception, to give utmost attention to the security of lives and property of the people as well as the maintenance of peace in every corner of the state.

According to the governor, “this is because we recognized that security is the prime condition for stability, growth and development in any society and that without it, engagement in meaningful social, political and economic activity would be virtually impossible”.

He added that his administration has continued to demonstrate its commitment to “this objective through the excellent partnership that we maintain with security agencies in the state”, noting that such gesture includes regular donation of vehicles and other essential equipment as well as provision of logistical support to the agencies to ensure the successful and effective discharge of their functions.

Gov. Ugwuanyi expressed delight that the efforts of his administration in the area of security have ensured that Enugu State remains one of the safest, most secure and peaceful states in the country. He maintained that such efforts have also ensured that the incidence of crime and other activities that threaten peace in the society is reduced to the barest minimum in the state.

The governor explained that the security vehicles are fitted with ultra modern communication gadgets to boost the operations of the command and help make the state safer and more peaceful, recalling that the government had previously donated similar vehicles to the Police and other security agencies soon after his assumption of office.

“As I have said earlier, this is a gesture that we will continue to make from time to time and as the occasion demands in order to enhance the capacity of the police to carry out their very essential duties diligently and efficiently”, the governor declared, while commending the Nigerian Police and other security agencies “for their commitment and cooperation towards the attainment of our common goal of enthroning peace and security in the state”.

http://nghubs.info/enugu-state-government-donates-patrol-vehicles-to-the-police/

obedugo:
if its not cultism then what else can i think off !!!!! 1:0

It might be robbery. We are still on the matter. Will post more updates soon

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A year one student of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University identified as David Onyekachi Ugwah was on Wednesday shot dead by gunmen.

According to a statement by the SUG PRO of the University Churchill Chiagozie and made available to NGHUBS, David was shot in front of Obama hostel, along Ifite Awka, Anambra state.

David before his death was a 100 level student in the department of Philosophy in UNIZIK.

May his soul rest in peace

http://nghubs.info/unizik-student-shot-dead/

The Enugu state government has reacted to the outcry by the public on the Akwata, Ogbete Main Market Bridge which posses danger to residence.

According to Louis Amoke, the Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Enugu State government and made available to NGHUBS, due process for the completion of works is on-going

Read full statement below

On the issue of the pedestrian bridge at Akwata, Ogbete Main Market, Enugu constructed over the years, the present administration is already aware of the problem as well as other similar structures identified at Peter Okoye street, Uwani and Lagos street, Asata, Enugu.

Due process for the completion of works is on-going for the relevant ministry to thereafter, commence work immediately, for safety.

Members of the public are, therefore, advised to stop using the bridge until the necessary safety measures are put in place, accordingly.

Thank you and God bless

Enugu State is in the hands of God!

Signed:

Louis Amoke
SSA Media to the Governor

http://nghubs.info/enugu-state-government-complete-akwata-bridge/

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The Enugu State Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State has approved the procurement of 100-unit of mass transit vehicles for convenient and affordable transportation in the state, especially for medium and low income earners.

The state government also approved an improved welfare package for health workers in the state, which will ensure a significant rise in the earnings of nurses, midwives, laboratory scientists, radiographers and a host of others under the Allied Union of Health Workers

Briefing newsmen after the state’s Executive Council meeting, the commissioner for commerce and industry, Barrister Sam Ogbu-Nwobodo disclosed that the decision to procure the 100-unit vehicles was in keeping with the vision of the government to impact positively on the lives of the people as well as promote business activities in the state.

Barr. Ogbu-Nwobodo further explained that the procurement of the vehicles will be funded through the Move Nigeria Programme of Infrastructure Bank of Nigeria PLC, created by the federal government to fund major infrastructure at concessionary rates.

He added that the Infrastructure Bank would fund the mass transit vehicles’ purchase at five percent rate in addition to the normal bank costs, stressing: “Five percent is by any standard a concessionary rate, almost like a giveaway”.

The commissioner also told journalists that the state government equally approved a contract for the renovation and expansion of New Haven Shopping complex, Enugu to enhance ease of doing business, explaining that contracts awarded also included the expansion and renovation of its parking area, construction of ultra-modern public toilet in the market to avoid outbreak of diseases that may result from non-availability of convenience rooms in the market.

According to him, the upgrade of the facility would be contractor-financed, with the proceeds from its sale used to defray the cost of renovation, adding that “the parking lot as well as the toilet will be managed by the traders in conjunction with the ministry of commerce and industry”.

“Considering the strategic location of this market in the heart of Enugu, and also being one of the shopping complexes owned by the state government, and in keeping with the urban renewal efforts of the state government, council approved that this renovation be done to give it a major facelift”, Barr. Ogbu-Nwobodo said.

On the welfare package for Health workers, the state’s commissioner for health, Dr. Fintan Ekochin, said “the Executive Council approved that the implementation of the Consolidated Health Workers Salary Scale (CONHESS) should be applied to members of the association”.

“This is something that is very welcome because it entails an increase in take-home for members of these various workers in the state,” he said, adding that the government is determined to implement it duly and carry along all the representatives of the various associations of health workers.

Noting that health workers had long been agitating for implementation of the CONHESS salary scale, given that doctors in Enugu State were already on the Consolidated Medical Salary Scale (CONMESS), Dr. Ekochin explained that the approval comes as good news for health workers and expressed optimism that it will result in more enthusiasm and productivity in their workplace.

The health commissioner explained further that the present gesture is coming on the heels of the government’s renewed endeavour to protect health workers, culminating in the distribution of personal protective equipment last week, and a training organised by the health ministry for health workers on the Lassa fever infection, prevention and control.

He said he was pleased with the measures his ministry has put on ground to prevent the outbreak and respond appropriately in the event of an outbreak. “We thank God that there is not even one suspected case of Lassa fever in Enugu State, despite reported cases in several states including a neighbouring state”.

Outlining other decisions taken at the meeting, the commissioner for information, Mr. Ogbuagu Anikwe disclosed that the Council equally approved the disposal of 22 unserviceable vehicles, but added that political appointees were excluded from bidding for their purchase.

http://nghubs.info/gov-ugwuanyi-to-procure-100-vehicles-for-mass-transportation/

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In as much as kids are taught how to use the roads, its very essential for a motorist to drive with caution around school environments. If possible assume these kids know nothing about road usage for their safety thus you should be careful around school environments because kids may



– Not notice objects directly in front of them.

Kids are easily distracted by things around their environment and thus won’t know a vehicle is heading towards their way. However, if a motorist is cautious and drives within the recommended speed, he/she is bound to do needful when necessary. Its also important to drive with your cars horns in good shape. Kids might not notice a car coming but they will definitely hear the blaring horns and take the the necessary caution.

– May have trouble judging the speed of cars.

Kids may not be able to judge the speed of a car thus could cross the road whenever they feel its safe. If you are over speeding you will hardly be able to avoid a case of fatalities but driving within the recommended speed limit will enable you slow down or stop completely when you see kids crossing the road.

-Kids may not behave safely.

Kids are easily distracted by their environment thus could expose themselves to potential accidents without knowing.
Hence, if you drive or park near the school take extra care and keep on the lookout for children.

http://naijacarlovers.com/index.php/2018/02/01/why-motorists-should-be-extra-careful-around-the-school-environment/

Am tired of you ppls drama

Terrible

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While the housemates were preparing for and doing their Task they were chatting away about lots of different and interesting topics. Bambam and Tobi had a long chat about relationships and Leo spoke about how it felt to be brought up by a single mother and he said that he knows how difficult it is being a woman.

Cee-C, in the meanwhile was talking about how her demeanour sometimes rubs people up the wrong way, something she is working on. Teddy A and Angel just want to play music and they do just that with Teddy A singing to Angel’s guitar playing.

Meanwhile, Nina broke down and was inconsolable as she eventually admitted to Bitto that she was falling for flyboy Miracle. We guess that he is going to break a few hearts this season. Dee-One spent much of the day making the girls laugh and he also revealed that he was scared of being Evicted, don’t they all.

It is early days and it seems as if nobody is bowing to any of Biggie’s pressure yet but that will soon change as Biggie ups the ante with each day that progresses.

http://nghubs.info/some-of-the-housemates-are-falling-for-their-housemates-see-who-and-for-whom/

Just passing

Keneking:
I dont think the heart related problem would have been resolved by then....it takes time, might require oversea review sef

Maybe June 2019

Its just delay tactics

The Season 3 of Big Brother Naija has just gotten competitive with the pairing of housemates in the Big Brother House.

According to NGHUBS the housemates are paired as follows

Tobi & Cee-C
Lolu & Anto
Angel & Ifu Ennada
Leo & Alex
Teddy A & Bambam
Dee-One & Vandora
Bitto & Princess
Miracle & Nina
K.Brule & Khloe
Rico Swavey & Ahneeka

Recall that Big Brother had earlier said that eviction of one partner is the eviction of the pair.

http://nghubs.info/big-brother-naija-pairs-housemates/

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