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Politics / Re: It Is Time For Nigerians To Carry More Sophisticated Weapons – Middle Belt Forum by ogododo: 10:55pm On Jan 01 |
Dem dey pkai pipu, dem dey tell us siddon look. 1 Like |
Politics / Re: It Is Time For Nigerians To Carry More Sophisticated Weapons – Middle Belt Forum by ogododo: 10:19pm On Jan 01 |
Totilopussylick:No lele. |
Politics / Re: It Is Time For Nigerians To Carry More Sophisticated Weapons – Middle Belt Forum by ogododo: 9:58pm On Jan 01 |
Nlfpmod, make we all buy luggar. 1 Like |
Politics / Re: It Is Time For Nigerians To Carry More Sophisticated Weapons – Middle Belt Forum by ogododo: 9:32pm On Jan 01 |
Heavy oneself. Self defence no be sin. 1 Like |
Politics / It Is Time For Nigerians To Carry More Sophisticated Weapons – Middle Belt Forum by ogododo: 9:20pm On Jan 01 |
The MBF said that the directive from COAS was not in the overall interest of the people, stressing that it is time for Nigerians to carry higher grades of arms to defend themselves. The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has countered the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, who had claimed that Nigerians should not be allowed to carry arms despite the rising attacks and killings in the country. The MBF said that the directive from COAS was not in the overall interest of the people, stressing that it is time for Nigerians to carry higher grades of arms to defend themselves. The National President of the MBF, Dr. Bitrus Pogu, in a statement issued on Monday, insisted that any order restraining Nigerians from carrying some form of arms to defend themselves while marauders move about with sophisticated weapons with which they kill Nigerians with impunity, will amount to a conspiracy against the people. According to Pogu, there should be a rethink of that statement since the security agencies had not been able to adequately protect Nigerians from the marauders. “I completely disagree because the security agencies are not adequately protecting Nigerians as Nigerians are being killed like Chickens. “Before now, Nigerians were allowed to carry some category of arms which are not up to the military grade. And if they have such arms, at least they can protect themselves. “But when you have people (criminals) in the bushes with sophisticated weapons and their location is known and yet they are left there; even areas are left for them; and yet they want Nigerians to stay as chickens to be killed by these criminals. It means there is collusion to have Nigerians killed. “Nigerians should be allowed to carry at least some arms to defend themselves. Before now we had some category of arms, short guns and so on, which were allowed. “This should be allowed and should remain allowed. Anything short of that means there is a conspiracy against Nigerians. “Whoever made that statement should go and have a rethink. Already there are categories of arms allowed for Nigerians and it should not be stopped. In fact Nigerians should have higher level of arms to defend themselves because it has been proven that security agencies have not been able to protect Nigerians,” the MBF boss said. https://saharareporters.com/2024/01/01/it-time-nigerians-carry-more-sophisticated-weapons-middle-belt-forum-counters-chief-army 5 Likes |
Politics / Re: Scores Of Passengers Travelling For New Year’s Celebrations Kidnapped In C/ R by ogododo: 10:50am On Jan 01 |
Tinubu come dey yarn okpata sey security don improve. 37 Likes |
Politics / Scores Of Passengers Travelling For New Year’s Celebrations Kidnapped In C/ R by ogododo: 10:44am On Jan 01 |
An unspecified number of passengers travelling for the New Year’s celebrations have reportedly been kidnapped in Cross River State, South-South Nigeria. SaharaReporters learnt that the incident occurred around 3 pm on Sunday at Nde 3 Corners in the Ikom local government area of the state. SaharaReporters reported on December 23, 2023, that scores of travellers including a medical doctor and his son were kidnapped in Otukpa, Benue State along the Enugu - Makurdi Federal Road. It reported that the travellers were kidnapped on Thursday evening despite the presence of several military and police checkpoints in the area. However, the kidnapping which took place at the same spot where the Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ikom local government area, Mr Mathew Egomo and his son Dickson were abducted early in December was blamed on herdsmen who had been terrorising the area recently. According to reports, the New Year's Eve abduction brought the number of kidnapping incidents to four in the last month within the Nde 3- corners by Akparabong junction. Lamenting the incessant kidnapping cases in the area, residents who told journalists that the community had mobilised to fix the bad spots on the road to allow for free flow of traffic. The residents claimed that the kidnappers were herdsmen because they did not come with vehicles but suddenly emerged from the bush, shot at vehicles on sight and dragged their victims into nearby forests. Residents of Nde alleged that the hoodlums carrying out the attacks are herdsmen living in nearby forests around the community and at a trailer park in the village. A resident of the community, Tony Etim said that on December 28, kidnappers at Nde 3 Corners, Ikom Local Government Area abducted a man and a woman. Etim said they shot a child dead in the process. According to him, the December 28 incident came three days after gunmen killed one Akpang Ayambem, kidnapped four and wounded several others at the same spot -on Christmas Day. "These abductions continued unabated despite the heavy presence of armed policemen along the road. The kidnappers even engaged the security agents in a gun battle at Nde 3- corners by Akparabong junction. The hoodlums later overpowered the security agents and abducted their victims," the source said. Efforts made by SaharaReporters to get the reaction of the Cross Rivers Police Command were unsuccessful as the command's spokesperson, SP Irene Ugbo, didn't answer his calls. He also did not reply to a text message sent to him seeking more information regarding the incident. https://saharareporters.com/2024/01/01/scores-passengers-travelling-new-years-celebrations-kidnapped-cross-river |
Politics / Re: Brace Up To Defend Our Democracy - PDP Charges Nigerians On New Year by ogododo: 10:37am On Jan 01 |
favor914:Make I no start with u dis year. Hapi new year. Hope u no visit push me I push u. |
Politics / Re: Brace Up To Defend Our Democracy - PDP Charges Nigerians On New Year by ogododo: 6:57pm On Dec 31, 2023 |
CoronaVirusPro:Dem don use ur head. U still dey support APC with all dese suferson. 10 Likes 2 Shares |
Politics / Re: Discos Set To Hike Electricity Tariffs Jan 1, 2024 by ogododo: 6:56pm On Dec 31, 2023 |
Anunakeeh:Make I no open mouth for you. |
Politics / Re: Discos Set To Hike Electricity Tariffs Jan 1, 2024 by ogododo: 6:46pm On Dec 31, 2023 |
We go defend oo. Suffering don overdue. |
Politics / Brace Up To Defend Our Democracy - PDP Charges Nigerians On New Year by ogododo: 6:46pm On Dec 31, 2023 |
Press Statement Brace up to Defend our Democracy- @OfficialPDPNig charges Nigerians on New Year The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) congratulates Nigerians on the dawn of the New Year, 2024, charging them to pray for the nation and brace up to use every legitimate means to resist all fascist tendencies and defend the nation’s Constitutional Democracy from totalitarianism.
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Politics / Re: Discos Set To Hike Electricity Tariffs Jan 1, 2024 by ogododo: 2:00pm On Dec 31, 2023 |
Nlfpmod. |
Politics / Discos Set To Hike Electricity Tariffs Jan 1, 2024 by ogododo: 8:58am On Dec 31, 2023 |
There are strong indications that the electricity distribution companies (DisCos) in the country will hike their tariffs with effect from January 1. An official source from one of the electricity distribution companies who confirmed the development under the condition of anonymity said a virtual emergency meeting was held in that regard. “All has been perfected for the new tariff to take effect from the first of January, 2024. “It is now left for various electricity distribution companies to enlighten their customers on new developments,” the source said. 2024 hajj: NAHCON insists on December 31 deadline COP28: FG spends N2.78bn on estacodes, airfares He said the National Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) had already invited distribution companies for a meeting on the development. He expressed fear that while it is mandatory for electricity distribution companies to regularly evaluate tariffs every six months, the recent increase would meet customers’ dissatisfaction. “In fact, we were perturbed by the short notice and how we would reach out to our customers about the increase,” he said. Asked how much the increase would be, he said, “No idea so far, but the uncertainty has put us in a difficult situation.” When contacted, another source from the TCN told Daily Trust on Sunday that only the NERC would have an idea of how much the increase would be. https://dailytrust.com/discos-set-to-hike-electricity-tariffs-jan-1/ |
Business / Re: Naira Crashes To All-time Low, Hits N1043.09/$1 At Official Market by ogododo: 6:26pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
Make una wake me when it don become N1 to $1. 13 Likes |
Business / Naira Crashes To All-time Low, Hits N1043.09/$1 At Official Market by ogododo: 5:10pm On Dec 30, 2023 |
Naira depreciated to the worst low in recent times exchanging at N1,043.09 to the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Thursday. This is against N872.59 /$ recorded on Wednesday at the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM). According to dealers, the rate was stronger than N885.88/$ quoted on Friday before the Christmas holidays. Data from the FMDQ showed that dollar supply increased by 38.81 percent to $127.93 million on Wednesday from $92.16 million recorded on Friday. Southwest Govs plan joint committee for Akeredolu’s burial Ondo: Tinubu intervenes as jostling for Aiyedatiwa’s deputy hots up The dollar was supplied by willing buyers and willing sellers who participated in the FX auction at NAFEM. They quoted the dollar at N1,235.65 on the spot trading, stronger than $1,248 quoted on Friday. For the lower spot rate, the dollar traded for N740, weaker than N700 on Friday. Data from the FMDQ showed that dollar supply increased by 38.81 percent to $127.93 million on Wednesday from $92.16 million recorded on Friday. Naira has been rated among the world’s worst performing currencies in 2023. This is coming on the heels of Bloomberg’s latest report that naira is poised for its worst year since the return to democracy in 1999, with analysts predicting further depreciation in 2024. https://dailytrust.com/naira-crashes-to-all-time-low-hits-n1043-09-1-at-official-market/ 5 Likes 2 Shares |
NYSC / Re: Relocating To Abuja For My Nysc by ogododo: 8:39am On Dec 30, 2023 |
TheOldGods:U no fear kidnappers, u dey expose your worth. Anyways u be youth. |
Politics / Re: LASG Notification Of Closure Of Third Mainland Bridge by ogododo: 8:37am On Dec 30, 2023 |
Annual embezzlement programme. Dem go do part, leave some parts to spoil finish, so dem go do am next time. |
Politics / Rice Remains Restricted Despite Lifting Of Forex Ban – Customs by ogododo: 8:23am On Dec 30, 2023 |
Despite the skyrocketing cost of rice and the recent halt on the ban of foreign exchange for its imports, the crop is still a restricted commodity, the Nigeria Customs Service has declared. Rice, a staple food widely consumed in Nigeria, has been rising in price despite its production locally. The commodity now sells for between N55,000 and N60,000 for a 50kg bag, depending on the area of purchase. Its price was around N30,000 for the same 50kg bag about a year ago, but the cost has maintained a northward drive despite the local production of rice and the recent lifting of the ban on forex for the importation of rice into Nigeria. On October 12, The PUNCH reported that the Central Bank of Nigeria had lifted the ban on importers of 43 items restricted from accessing foreign exchange on its official platform. Rice is among the items. Many Nigerians had expected the cost of rice, particularly the imported ones, to crash following the announcement by CBN. But on the contrary, the cost of the staple has continued to rise. Although domestic producers of rice said the high cost of production was a major reason for the rise in the cost of the commodity, it was gathered that its imports were still very limited due to the restriction on the product by the Nigeria Customs Service. The NCS insisted that rice, as a restricted item, would be confiscated if imported via the country’s land borders, stressing that the lifting of forex ban on 43 items by the CBN did not stop rice from being a restricted commodity. “What is the relationship between the removal of forex on restricted items, vis-a-vis fiscal policies of the government? They are different things. Rice is a restricted item. So, if it is a restricted item, it remains restricted,” the NCS spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada, told our Saturday PUNCH. He continued, “There is a difference between restriction and prohibition. And there is a difference between absolute prohibition and prohibition by trade. Somebody who is in tune with how these import and export processes are done must know what these terminologies are. “How many tonnes of rice do we produce in Nigeria? Those are the things to find out, not to ask me why the price is going high. Rice is a restricted item and that is why it is being intercepted. “If you import rice through the land border it will be confiscated because it is a restricted item. The way vehicles cannot come in through the land border, is also how rice cannot come in through the land border.” Maiwada insisted that the restrictive policy of the government on the commodity had not changed, adding that if there was any change in the policy it would be communicated to the public by the customs service. He said, “If there is a change in policy, we will tell you. If today the government says vehicles can come in through the land borders, we have to inform you by telling you that the government has lifted the ban restricting the importation of vehicles through the land borders and you can then import vehicles. “Also, some people are talking about frozen poultry products, and these are products under the import prohibition list. Go and check our website, see the import and export prohibition list, you will see that live birds and poultry products are under the prohibition list.” He said the NCS does not determine the price of goods in the market, adding that “Customs is only responsible for the implementation of fiscal policies.” The apex bank, in October 2023, had announced in a statement titled, ‘CBN restates commitment to boost liquidity in forex market’, signed by the then Director, Corporate Communications, Isa AbdulMumin, stated that “importers of all the 43 items previously restricted by the 2015 circular referenced TED/FEM/FPC/GEN/01/010, and its addendums are now allowed to purchase foreign exchange in the Nigerian foreign exchange market.” The bank had also stated that it would continue to promote orderliness and professional conduct by all Nigerian foreign exchange market participants to ensure market forces determined exchange rates on a willing buyer – willing seller principle. The statement said the CBN was committed to accelerating efforts to clear the FX backlog with existing participants and would continue dialogue with stakeholders to address the issue. Meanwhile, an impeccable source at the CBN declared that due to the paucity of forex, it would be very tough to secure dollars to import rice. “For the seaports, if you can secure forex to import, fine. But the truth is that you cannot. Nobody will approve your Form-A to import rice, I’m just giving you this reality,” the source who requested not to be named due to lack of authorisation, stated. The official added, “Every government has its way of doing things, but the fact is that nothing has changed concerning rice imports, despite the lifting of the ban on the restriction of forex for the imports of some of those items.” “The President, All Farmers Association of Nigeria, Kabir Ibrahim, explained that the skyrocketing price of rice in Nigeria was not the fault of farmers, but due to the high cost of producing the commodity. https://punchng.com/rice-remains-restricted-despite-lifting-of-forex-ban-customs/ |
Politics / LASG Notification Of Closure Of Third Mainland Bridge by ogododo: 8:07am On Dec 30, 2023 |
Notification of closure of Third Mainland Bridge. https://twitter.com/followlasg/status/1740826284375363813
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Politics / Re: Nigerians Groan In Darkness Despite Power Sector Privatisation, Investments by ogododo: 9:44am On Dec 29, 2023 |
They noted that for instance, the government now has to pay N46.66/kWh in subsidy to Abuja Disco from the first quarter of 2023 figures of N2.43/kWh, raising the subsidy figures to Abuja Disco to N43.26bn in the third quarter. “This is a jump of 1,912 per cent from N2.15bn in Q1 to N43,26bn in Q3, 2023. Similarly, Eko Disco that was N2.55/kWh in Q1 has seen a rise of 1, 676 per cent in subsidy payment as at Q3, 2023,” Adegbemle explained. He added, “Similar data for Yola Disco shows only a 98 per cent rise in subsidy payment in Q3, 2023. For Yola Disco, cost reflective tariff was N214.57/kWh, but the allowed tariff remained at N65.99/kWh, with the government paying N148.58/kWh, amounting to N15.52bn in Q3 2023. “Data clearly shows that the high income consumers, or the rich, are benefiting more from the subsidy than the low income consumers that the subsidy was designed for.” Also, data from the National Bureau of Statistics established that the rich/high income households have a higher electricity consumption pattern than their poor neighbours. Further report from the NERC also showed that the subsidy payment for the poorest 20 per cent in the non-maximum demand consumers, mainly residentials, stands at measely N0.43bn, while the richest 20 per cent gulps N17.24bn in subsidy payment by the government in the Q1 2023. The middle income group also accounts for N3.36bn in subsidy. By Q3, 2023, the richest 20 per cent accounted for N117.8bn, while the poorest 20 per cent benefitted only N2.97bn. These figures show clearly that the electricity tariff subsidy has been disproportionately benefiting the rich Nigerian consumers, while excluding the poor ones the subsidy itself was designed for. “And it is also detrimental to the government finances. The Federal Government is urged to take a quick decision before the situation spirals out of control like the petrol subsidy. “About N2tn subsidy has been paid since 2015 and there has been negligible investment in the NESI by the private sector (except Azura), which is a clear signal that the commercial viability of the sector has left a lot to be desired. “Electricity subsidy is not sustainable and we need to start thinking of where else the subsidy we are paying in electricity tariff can be better applied,” Adegbemle stated. Power minister speaks In proffering solutions, the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, in a presentation he made at the recent power retreat, which was made available to The PUNCH by his ministry, said state governments must be allowed to participate in the business of power supply in Nigeria. He said, “The Electricity Act 2023 now allows, in line with the 1999 Constitution as amended, that states may establish the legal, regulatory and commercial frameworks for their domestic electricity markets. This must happen if we are to increase the geographical footprint of electricity supply and consumption for residents and businesses across Nigeria. “This evolution from the single national electricity market to a dual structure comprising a wholesale market and potentially, several state retail markets, requires careful consideration of how the transition will take place. “States, Local Government Areas and the current Discos must work together to invest in reinforcing and extending local distribution infrastructure in a way that enhances competition wherever possible, while also recognising the equitable vested interest that that states have historically had in the shareholding of the Discos. “State governments, in turn, must recognise that state-level policymaking and regulation is of value only if they attract investment into their domestic electricity markets.” 2 Likes 1 Share |
Politics / Nigerians Groan In Darkness Despite Power Sector Privatisation, Investments by ogododo: 9:43am On Dec 29, 2023 |
With over N7tn investments in the power sector after it was privatised, the industry has failed to deliver reliable electricity, triggering anger among consumers, OKECHUKWU NNODIM writes https://punchng.com/nigerians-groan-in-darkness-despite-power-sector-privatisation-n7tn-investments/ 1 Like 1 Share
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Politics / Re: Dangote Refinery Receives Third Shipment by ogododo: 4:13pm On Dec 28, 2023 |
Biodun556:Na 3rd consignments any NO end product how? |
Politics / Re: Railway Debt Servicing Exceeds Revenue By 1,200% – Report by ogododo: 9:04am On Dec 28, 2023 |
European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) / Luton Vs Chelsea (2 - 3) On 30th December 2023 by ogododo: 8:01am On Dec 28, 2023 |
Luton Town are set to host Chelsea live on TNT Sports as the Premier League continues into the festive period. Mauricio Pochettino's side lost 2-1 to Wolves on Christmas Eve in the league but beat Newcastle United in their previous match in order to progress to the semi-finals of the EFL Cup. For Chelsea this is a chance to improve upon their mid-table standing after struggling in the first half of the season, with Pochettino looking ahead to the transfer window to move up the table. ‘You need to fight’ - Pochettino calls for ‘change of mentality’ after Palace win‘You need to fight’ - Pochettino calls for ‘change of mentality’ after Palace win Luton received a boost on Boxing Day when two late Sheffield United own goals gave them all three points and a 3-2 win at Brammall Lane, moving them into 18th spot and imporving hopes of staying up in their first Premier League campaign |
Politics / Re: Bandits Kill Two Villagers, Abduct 7 Others In Kaduna by ogododo: 11:29pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
StrongAlphMale:Nawa oo. |
Politics / Re: Bandits Kill Two Villagers, Abduct 7 Others In Kaduna by ogododo: 9:55pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
Pipu just dey kpai for Naija, anyhow. |
European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) / Re: Chelsea Vs Crystal Palace (2 - 1) On 27th December 2023 by ogododo: 9:55pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
Selsea no fit kerp clean sheet. |
Politics / Bandits Kill Two Villagers, Abduct 7 Others In Kaduna by ogododo: 6:58pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
Bandits killed two villagers on Wednesday and abducted seven others in Fina village, under Gwada ward, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Three villagers with gunshot wounds were taken to the hospital for treatment according to local sources. Video Player is loading.This is a modal window.The media could not be loaded, either because the server or network failed or because the format is not supported. The incident occurred around 1 am on Tuesday when the bandits, shooting sporadically, terrorised the small village. Malam Jafar Anaba, a resident and community leader, confirmed the incident, stating that one victim died on the spot, while the second person died at the hospital. UPDATED: Aiyedatiwa Sworn In As New Ondo Governor Akeredolu’s Contributions to Public Service Will Be Missed – Katsina Gov “It was terrible because the incident happened at night. They killed two people in the village. The first person died on the spot, while the second person died at the hospital. Seven others were abducted,” he said. The community leader said the injured victims were receiving treatment, adding that the seven abducted persons include women and children. He stated that the bandits seized several motorcycles belonging to the villagers during the attack. He said the remaining 14 captives among the 30 villagers abducted in a nearby village of Unguwar Liman under the same Gwada ward were still in captivity since their abduction on December 11, 2023. There has been no official reaction from the State Police Command Public Relations Officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, on the latest incident at Fina village. Calls put through to his phone failed to connect and he had yet to reply to a text message sent to him. https://dailytrust.com/bandits-kill-two-villagers-abduct-7-others-in-kaduna/ |
Health / Re: Leukemia, The Disease That Killed Rotimi Akeredolu by ogododo: 6:27pm On Dec 27, 2023 |
nlfpmod:Na prostrate kill am no be leukemia. |
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