₦airaland Forum

What of the current Senator representing Ogun East.
Naija na real wa o

This is interesting o.
There is the need for more stringent control at the NGX before public offers are approved.

Soon the real reason behind the matter will be revealed for all to know.
Naija we hail thee

The speech is really thought provoking.
Interesting to say the least

fergie001:
https://www.tvcnews.tv/court-of-appeal-upholds-akpoti-uduaghans-suspension/

The Appeal Court has spoken, I am waiting for what the Supreme Court will say on the matter.
Nigeria we hail thee

History in pictures.
Life goes on as the young grow old and ultimately leave the stage of life.
A lesson of life for all.

I bought it for 739 per litre at MRS Alapere

We ultimately will all die.

The truth is that people would have to travell for various reasons. The whole country cannot be at standstill o.

A court case that began as a seemingly routine attempt to change the ownership of a house in north London has exposed an 'extraordinary' alleged fraud entangling a string of high-profile Nigerians.

The suit was filed by a 'Ms Tali Shani' to contest a 2023 bid by Chief Mike Agbedor Abu Ozekhome - a prominent barrister and human rights activist - to have the ownership of 79 Randall Avenue in Neasden transferred to him.

Judge Ewan Paton, sitting at the first-tier property chamber tribunal, has now ruled that neither 'Ms Tali Shani' nor Chief Ozekhome could prove they have a right to the semi-detached house.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15121787/Nigerian-general-mistress-human-rights-lawyer-end-court-extraordinary-battle-London-home.html

Angela Rayner has left her posts as Deputy PM, Housing Secretary and deputy Labour leader after standards watchdog Sir Laurie Magnus delivered his verdict that she broke the ministerial code by failing to pay tens of thousands of pounds in tax.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15069209/Angela-Rayner-left-government-sleaze-report-property-dealings-Labour-descends-chaos.html

Confusion in Trump's camp o.

OK now

Racoon:
Great men and women from many fronts of academic disciplines. Bravo!

NOTE
Professor Ayo Bamgbose hails from Ijebu-Ode in Ogun State

na wa o

Interesting
Can such happen in Naija?

JOBS RECRUITMENT (Media)

A media company is recruiting qualified staffs for a new Radio Station located in Ota, a cosmopolitan city within the precincts of Lagos and Ogun State.
The following vacancies are available to be filled by suitable applicants:

1. News Producer & Editor
Job Requirements/Description:
• Possess academic qualification (BA/HND) in Mass Communication/Journalism/English/Other relevant disciplines.
• Has a minimum of 7 years post-qualification work experience with reputable broadcast organizations.
• Has mastery of English language in written and spoken forms.
• Possess high capacity to edit and proofread materials.
• Must have expansive intuition for news-sourcing and compliance with extant editorial guidelines for accuracy, fairness and objectivity in news production, editing and transmission.
• Must be computer literate and ICT-compliant for the purpose of news-gathering (local and foreign).
• Ability to write scripts, produce documentaries and features.
• Maintain efficient fact-checking system and knowledgeable in the demands of the regulatory authorities.
• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties.
• Applicant must be below 45 years.
2. Reporter
Job Requirements/Description:
• Possess academic qualification (BA/HND) in Mass Communication/Journalism/English/Other relevant disciplines.
• Has a minimum of 5 years post-qualification practical experience with reputable broadcast organizations.

• Retain mastery of English language in written form, eloquent and equipped with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A nose for news and sharp intuition for current affairs and news- worthy events in cities, towns and neighbourhoods.
• Must be computer literate and ICT-compliant for the purpose of news gathering, editing and reporting.
• A microphone-worthy voice will be added advantage.
• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties.
• Applicant must be below 35 years.

3[b]. Sound Producer & Editor[/b]
Job Requirements/Description:
• A BA/HND and minimum Diploma certificate is desirable but must possess relevant technical training in sound production and editing.
• Has a minimum of 5 years practical experience with reputable broadcast organizations.
• Ability to operate live and recording studio facilities, digital audio sources, editing software and balance audio feeds/outputs.
• Assist content producers, OAPs and guests to achieve technical control for flawless presentations.
• Source and store music from diverse sources and coupled with ability to produce jingles, station-idents, hypes and track-up for news insert.
• Should be able to communicate fluently in English, Pidgin and Yoruba languages.
• Conversant with broadcast regulations laws on decency of language in music and copyright infringement.
• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties.
• Applicant must be below 35 years.

4. OAP (English)
Job Description:
• Possess requisite academic qualifications (BA/B.Sc./HND) in Mass Communication/English Language /Communication Studies/Linguistic and Other relevant disciplines with broadcasting bias.
• Evidence of training in phonetic or presentation course at recognized training institutes.
• Has a minimum 5 years post-qualification experience as a presenter with established electronic media organizations.
• Must have the mastery of English language in written form, eloquent and equipped with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Possession of clean voice, devoid of speech defects, for purpose of reading news – will be added advantage.
• Evidence of hosting radio programmes, talk/music shows; conducting interviews for guests and artists.
• Research and script for programmes to be presented and content for shows including selection of music and topics. These are added to being computer literate and console management proficiency.
• Must be creative, innovative and witty in presentation and ability to sustain audience attention in English and pidgin languages.
• Conversant and updated with current affairs and goings-on in the social media space – such as music, movies, sports and celebrity lifestyles and developments.
• Must be acquainted with broadcast laws, demands of regulatory authorities and other media-related bodies.
• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties.
• Applicant must be below 35 years

5. OAP (Yoruba)
Job Requirements/Description:
• Possess academic qualification (BA/B.Sc./HND in Mass Communication/Yoruba Language/Yoruba Linguistics/Yoruba Literature/Other related discipline.
• Evidence of training in Yoruba phonetics or presentation course at recognized training institutes.
• Has a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience as a presenter with established electronic media organizations.
• Must have the mastery of Yoruba language in written form, eloquent and equipped with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Possession of clean voice, devoid of speech defects, for purpose of reading news in Yoruba language – will be added advantage.
• Evidence of hosting radio programmes, chitchat shows, conducting interviews for guests and artists.
• Excellent translation of News bulletins in English into Yoruba.
• Ability to script in Yoruba for programmes to be presented and content for shows including selection of music and topics. These are added to being computer literate and console management proficiency.
• Must be creative in running ceremonial commentaries and entertaining listeners in Yoruba language.
• Conversant and updated with current affairs and goings-on in the social media space – such as music, movies, sports and celebrity lifestyles and developments.
• Must be acquainted with broadcast laws, demands of regulatory authorities and other media-related bodies.
• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties.
• Applicant must be below 45 years.

6. Utilities Technician
Job Description:
• Possess ND/Diploma/Technical Certification in mechanical and electrical works.
• Ensure that all power infrastructure functions properly.
• Work with the supervision of the facility manager to curate scheduled maintenance of equipment and machineries.
• Power and maintain the transmitter for effective running all day round and other daily routine operation.
• Responsible for the maintenance, repair and installation of utilities systems such as water, sewer, electric, cooling systems, furniture and broadcast equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Serve as utilities advisor to provide input to projects; especially in the areas of equipment design, parts/material selection, risk analysis, documentation, testing and maintenance requirement.
• Should be ready to work under minimal supervision and pressure.
• Experience with a Radio or TV organization is added advantage.
• Ability to speak fluent English and Yoruba is required.
• Applicant must be below 40 years.

7. Social Media Manager
Job Description:
• Possess a BSc/BA/HND/ND/Diploma Certificate in media and ICT related field is desirable but must possess relevant technical training in New Media management.
• Has a minimum of 3 years post-qualification or/and certification experience with an organization or proven freelancing.
• Familiar with studio facilities, digital audio and video sources.
• Supervise coverage of programmes in the live studio for listeners to watch and follow real-time on social media handles.

• Initiate digital marketing strategies for station’s page management, listener’s engagement and conversion of followers.
• Assist content producers, OAPs and guests to link and manage their handles for flawless digital experience.
• Graphics designing and content creation expertise are added advantages.
• Should be creative, innovative and able to communicate fluently in English, Pidgin and Yoruba languages.
• Conversant with broadcasting codes, social media regulation laws, copyright issues and IPTV matters.
• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties.
• Applicant must be below 35 years.

8. Marketing Executive
Job Description:
• Possess a BSc/BA/HND in Marketing/Business Administration and Other related disciplines.
• APCON and related certifications and professional training.
• Has a minimum of 7 years post-qualification work experience as sales or marketing officer with reputable organizations; preferably broadcast media.
• Decent command of English language in written and spoken forms.
• Exceptional sales, customer engagement, negotiation and offer management skills.
• Ability to communicate fluently in Pidgin and Yoruba languages is added advantage.
• Must be acquainted with brands, advertisers and agencies.
• Computer literate with good use of excel software and report making skills.
• Conversant with demands and regulatory frameworks within the marketing and advertising practices.

• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties and targets.
• Applicant must be below 40 years.

9. Advert Traffic Officer
Job Description:
• Possess BA/HND/Diploma in Marketing/Business Administration and/or any other related field.
• Has a minimum of 5 years post-qualification work experience as sales or marketing officer with reputable organizations; preferably broadcast media.
• Decent command of English language in written and spoken forms.
• Excellent knowledge of advert scheduling, collation, monitoring and reporting skills.
• Have bird’s eye view on implementation of multiple deadlines for adverts and campaigns.
• Must communicate fluently in Pidgin and Yoruba languages combined with good interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and skilled in commercial material processing and dissemination of instructions.
• Conversant with demands and regulatory frameworks within the marketing and advertising practices.
• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties.
• Applicant must be below 35 years.

NOTE: All applications (detailed résumé in PDF format) should be sent to bofikconsulting@gmail.com on or before 2nd July, 2024.

JOBS RECRUITMENT (Media)

A media company is recruiting qualified staffs for a new Radio Station located in Ota, a cosmopolitan city within the precincts of Lagos and Ogun State.
The following vacancies are available to be filled by suitable applicants:

1. News Producer & Editor
Job Requirements/Description:
• Possess academic qualification (BA/HND) in Mass Communication/Journalism/English/Other relevant disciplines.
• Has a minimum of 7 years post-qualification work experience with reputable broadcast organizations.
• Has mastery of English language in written and spoken forms.
• Possess high capacity to edit and proofread materials.
• Must have expansive intuition for news-sourcing and compliance with extant editorial guidelines for accuracy, fairness and objectivity in news production, editing and transmission.
• Must be computer literate and ICT-compliant for the purpose of news-gathering (local and foreign).
• Ability to write scripts, produce documentaries and features.
• Maintain efficient fact-checking system and knowledgeable in the demands of the regulatory authorities.
• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties.
• Applicant must be below 45 years.
2. Reporter
Job Requirements/Description:
• Possess academic qualification (BA/HND) in Mass Communication/Journalism/English/Other relevant disciplines.
• Has a minimum of 5 years post-qualification practical experience with reputable broadcast organizations.

• Retain mastery of English language in written form, eloquent and equipped with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A nose for news and sharp intuition for current affairs and news- worthy events in cities, towns and neighbourhoods.
• Must be computer literate and ICT-compliant for the purpose of news gathering, editing and reporting.
• A microphone-worthy voice will be added advantage.
• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties.
• Applicant must be below 35 years.

3. Sound Producer & Editor
Job Requirements/Description:
• A BA/HND and minimum Diploma certificate is desirable but must possess relevant technical training in sound production and editing.
• Has a minimum of 5 years practical experience with reputable broadcast organizations.
• Ability to operate live and recording studio facilities, digital audio sources, editing software and balance audio feeds/outputs.
• Assist content producers, OAPs and guests to achieve technical control for flawless presentations.
• Source and store music from diverse sources and coupled with ability to produce jingles, station-idents, hypes and track-up for news insert.
• Should be able to communicate fluently in English, Pidgin and Yoruba languages.
• Conversant with broadcast regulations laws on decency of language in music and copyright infringement.
• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties.
• Applicant must be below 35 years.

4. OAP (English)
Job Description:
• Possess requisite academic qualifications (BA/B.Sc./HND) in Mass Communication/English Language /Communication Studies/Linguistic and Other relevant disciplines with broadcasting bias.
• Evidence of training in phonetic or presentation course at recognized training institutes.
• Has a minimum 5 years post-qualification experience as a presenter with established electronic media organizations.
• Must have the mastery of English language in written form, eloquent and equipped with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Possession of clean voice, devoid of speech defects, for purpose of reading news – will be added advantage.
• Evidence of hosting radio programmes, talk/music shows; conducting interviews for guests and artists.
• Research and script for programmes to be presented and content for shows including selection of music and topics. These are added to being computer literate and console management proficiency.
• Must be creative, innovative and witty in presentation and ability to sustain audience attention in English and pidgin languages.
• Conversant and updated with current affairs and goings-on in the social media space – such as music, movies, sports and celebrity lifestyles and developments.
• Must be acquainted with broadcast laws, demands of regulatory authorities and other media-related bodies.
• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties.
• Applicant must be below 35 years

5. OAP (Yoruba)
Job Requirements/Description:
• Possess academic qualification (BA/B.Sc./HND in Mass Communication/Yoruba Language/Yoruba Linguistics/Yoruba Literature/Other related discipline.
• Evidence of training in Yoruba phonetics or presentation course at recognized training institutes.
• Has a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience as a presenter with established electronic media organizations.
• Must have the mastery of Yoruba language in written form, eloquent and equipped with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Possession of clean voice, devoid of speech defects, for purpose of reading news in Yoruba language – will be added advantage.
• Evidence of hosting radio programmes, chitchat shows, conducting interviews for guests and artists.
• Excellent translation of News bulletins in English into Yoruba.
• Ability to script in Yoruba for programmes to be presented and content for shows including selection of music and topics. These are added to being computer literate and console management proficiency.
• Must be creative in running ceremonial commentaries and entertaining listeners in Yoruba language.
• Conversant and updated with current affairs and goings-on in the social media space – such as music, movies, sports and celebrity lifestyles and developments.
• Must be acquainted with broadcast laws, demands of regulatory authorities and other media-related bodies.
• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties.
• Applicant must be below 45 years.

6. Utilities Technician
Job Description:
• Possess ND/Diploma/Technical Certification in mechanical and electrical works.
• Ensure that all power infrastructure functions properly.
• Work with the supervision of the facility manager to curate scheduled maintenance of equipment and machineries.
• Power and maintain the transmitter for effective running all day round and other daily routine operation.
• Responsible for the maintenance, repair and installation of utilities systems such as water, sewer, electric, cooling systems, furniture and broadcast equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Serve as utilities advisor to provide input to projects; especially in the areas of equipment design, parts/material selection, risk analysis, documentation, testing and maintenance requirement.
• Should be ready to work under minimal supervision and pressure.
• Experience with a Radio or TV organization is added advantage.
• Ability to speak fluent English and Yoruba is required.
• Applicant must be below 40 years.

7. Social Media Manager
Job Description:
• Possess a BSc/BA/HND/ND/Diploma Certificate in media and ICT related field is desirable but must possess relevant technical training in New Media management.
• Has a minimum of 3 years post-qualification or/and certification experience with an organization or proven freelancing.
• Familiar with studio facilities, digital audio and video sources.
• Supervise coverage of programmes in the live studio for listeners to watch and follow real-time on social media handles.

• Initiate digital marketing strategies for station’s page management, listener’s engagement and conversion of followers.
• Assist content producers, OAPs and guests to link and manage their handles for flawless digital experience.
• Graphics designing and content creation expertise are added advantages.
• Should be creative, innovative and able to communicate fluently in English, Pidgin and Yoruba languages.
• Conversant with broadcasting codes, social media regulation laws, copyright issues and IPTV matters.
• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties.
• Applicant must be below 35 years.

8. Marketing Executive
Job Description:
• Possess a BSc/BA/HND in Marketing/Business Administration and Other related disciplines.
• APCON and related certifications and professional training.
• Has a minimum of 7 years post-qualification work experience as sales or marketing officer with reputable organizations; preferably broadcast media.
• Decent command of English language in written and spoken forms.
• Exceptional sales, customer engagement, negotiation and offer management skills.
• Ability to communicate fluently in Pidgin and Yoruba languages is added advantage.
• Must be acquainted with brands, advertisers and agencies.
• Computer literate with good use of excel software and report making skills.
• Conversant with demands and regulatory frameworks within the marketing and advertising practices.

• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties and targets.
• Applicant must be below 40 years.

9. Advert Traffic Officer
Job Description:
• Possess BA/HND/Diploma in Marketing/Business Administration and/or any other related field.
• Has a minimum of 5 years post-qualification work experience as sales or marketing officer with reputable organizations; preferably broadcast media.
• Decent command of English language in written and spoken forms.
• Excellent knowledge of advert scheduling, collation, monitoring and reporting skills.
• Have bird’s eye view on implementation of multiple deadlines for adverts and campaigns.
• Must communicate fluently in Pidgin and Yoruba languages combined with good interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and skilled in commercial material processing and dissemination of instructions.
• Conversant with demands and regulatory frameworks within the marketing and advertising practices.
• Must be diligent, responsible and deliver on all assigned duties.
• Applicant must be below 35 years.

NOTE: All applications (detailed résumé in PDF format) should be sent to bofikconsulting@gmail.com on or before 2nd July, 2024.

Forward Planning key to success

Erik Ten Hag will remain as manager of Manchester United following a post-season review by the club's board.

It is understood they are now talking to Ten Hag about extending his contract, which is about to enter its final season.

United instigated their review immediately after the FA Cup final.

Ten Hag went into the game against Manchester City at Wembley amid a backdrop of reports claiming he was going to be sacked no matter the outcome.

Instead, United's deserved 2-1 victory allowed the club hierarchy to approach the review in a more positive light.

It is understood what are being described as "constructive conversations" with Ten Hag have taken place around the outcome of the review.

All eventualities were considered and the clear preference was for the 54-year-old Dutchman to remain in charge.

Ten Hag is known to be delighted at the outcome, although there have been suggestions he was getting irritated at the time taken for United to reach their conclusion.

Thomas Tuchel is thought to have spoken to new United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe last week but ruled himself out of the running, while the club's interest in Mauricio Pochettino also cooled even though he was available after his exit from Chelsea.

Graham Potter, Thomas Frank, Roberto de Zerbi and current England boss Gareth Southgate were also linked with the job, although Brentford were never contacted about Frank and appointing Southgate this summer was impossible due to his commitments with England.

Ten Hag has been on holiday with his family in Ibiza.




https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c511vlg7jvno?utm_source=livescore&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=foryou

OKAY O

There are a couple of differences between Jesus’s quotation of Isaiah 61:1 in Luke 4:18 and the normal translation of Isaiah 61 based on the Hebrew Bible. For one, Jesus omits “He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted” (something present in the Greek text as well). He also prefers the Septuagint (Greek Old Testament, LXX) to the Masoretic text (Hebrew manuscript) when He cites “recovery of sight to the blind.” There is still one more change, one we will notice tomorrow. See if you can find it in Luke 4:18!

As usual, we’ll take a look at the words used in the Greek and Hebrew and see how the word “blind” is used throughout Luke’s gospel account.

[By the way, here is Isaiah 61:1 in the LXX for you so that you can compare it to your Old Testament and Jesus’s citation of it: “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, on account of which he has anointed me; he has sent me to bring good news to the poor, to heal those who are crushed in heart, to announce release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind…” (Isaiah 61:1).]

BLIND, FREEDOM, RECOVERY
So, the big question is why did the translators of the LXX and Jesus talk about the blind receiving their sight when the Hebrew is focused on freedom for the prisoners? Well, I don’t know the answer to that question, but I have a guess. It has to do with the word “freedom.”

While this is the only occurrence of this Hebrew word in the Hebrew Bible, the root of the word is found thirty-seven times. Besides a couple of names, this root word is used to talk about people’s eyes and ears being opened, except, of course, in Isaiah 61:1 where it is translated “freedom.” The Brown-Driver-Briggs Hebrew lexicon suggests that this term is used in Isaiah 61:1 to talk about prisoners being released from a dark prison.

I think that when we look at how Jesus used the term “blind” in Luke, this change will make sense.

The word translated blind is found seven times in the gospel account. In six of those times, the text is referring to physically blind people. In one, however, found in Luke 6, a passage we have gone to several times for assistance in understanding Luke 4:18, Jesus said, “A blind man cannot guide a blind man, can he? Will they not both fall into a pit?” (Luke 6:39).

Like in the previous articles, there are two things at play here: the miracles Jesus performed pointed to greater spiritual realities. Jesus healed those who were blind, but He also helped to open people’s eyes to what the kingdom of God really is.

https://danielr.net/recovery-of-sight-to-the-blind-pt-4/

At amalgmation in 1914 Nigeria consisted of the Northern and Southern protectorates and Crown colony of Lagos.

It was in 1939 that the Southern provinces, as they then called, were regrouped into the Eastern region, with headquarters in Enugu and the Western Region with headquarters in Ibadan. While the Northern provinces became the Northern Region.

Thus at independence in1960 we had the Eastern, Northern, Western Regions and the Federal Capital Territory of Lagos.

Hmmmm
Poser for us all.

Ok now

ABUJA, Nigeria — Three West African nations of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have withdrawn from the regional economic bloc known as ECOWAS, their respective juntas announced Sunday, accusing the bloc of “inhumane” sanctions to reverse the coups in their nations.

The juntas said in a joint statement read on state television that they have “decided in complete sovereignty on the immediate withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), alleging that the bloc has “moved away from the ideals of its founding fathers and pan-Africanism” after nearly 50 years of its establishment.

“Furthermore, ECOWAS, under the influence of foreign powers, betraying its founding principles, has become a threat to its member states and its populations whose happiness it is supposed to ensure,” their statements read

https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2024/01/28/mali-niger-burkina-faso-ecowas-west-africa/cd4c7cbe-bde3-11ee-a4c6-8f5c350e9316_story.html

There has been a back and forth on the X platform as to who is King between the Lion and the Tiger.
Results has shown that the Lion has won the competition.
What is your take??