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Chadians in Borno vote in presidential election Newsdiaryonline

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Chadian citizens residing in Borno on Monday trooped out to vote in the Presidential election taking place in their country. 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Chadians, who voted at the Chadian Consulate office in Maiduguri, were excited to participate in the election that lasted from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Liaison Officer of the consulate, Dr Umar Attaib, told the News Agency of Nigeria(NAN), that  3,500 Chadians registered to vote in the election in Borno.

Attaib said that apart from Maiduguri, voting also took place in Kano, Abuja and Lagos.

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Some voters,,who spoke to NAN, said that they were happy with the smooth conduct of the exercise.

“We appreciate the presence of security men from the Nigerian Police, DSS and Immigration, who are here to ensure everything is smooth.

“We also appreciate the arrangements made by the Chadian Government to enable those who are not in Chad to participate in the democratic process,” a voter, Abubakar Usman, said.

NAN reports that 10 contestants are participating in the election with the incumbent President of the Transitional Government, Gen. Idriss Deby, and the Prime Minister, Assyonga Succes, as leading contenders.

Others candidates are Yacine Sakine, Mansiri Lopsikreo, Pahimi Albert, Mbaimon Brice, Alladoun Baltazar, Bebzoune Bongoro, Nasra Djimasngar, and the only female candidate, Lydie Beassenda. (NAN) 

By Yakubu Uba 

KWASU promotes 17 staff to professorial cadre

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The Governing Council of Kwara State University (KWASU) at Malete has approved the promotion of six staff to full Professor and 11 others to Associate Professor.

The KWASU Acting Director of University Relations, Dr Saeedat Aliyu, in a statement on Monday listed the new professors to include Prof. Adebayo Olowoake who is with specialisation in Soil Fertility.

Others are: Prof. Lawrence Ademiluyi — Entrepreneurship, Office Technology and Management; Prof. Adeoye Afolabi —- Corporate & Public Finance; and Prof. Isiaka Aliagan —-  Journalism and Media Studies.

The rest are: Prof. Sikiru Ahmed —- Physical and Computational Chemistry, and Prof. Aliru Mustapha —- Analytical, Environmental and Industrial Chemistry.

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Aliyu listed the new associate professors to include: Dr. Aliyu Ahmed —- Arabic Language; Dr. Abdulrasaq Mustapha —- Management Accounting, Accounting Theory and Taxation; and Dr. Abdulrahman Mustapha, Enterprise Creation, Incubation and Development.

Others are: Dr. Abdulwaheed Musa —- Engineering Wireless Communication, Artificial Intelligence and Renewable Energy; Dr. Sefiu Bello —- Materials Characterisation and Development; and, Dr. Abdulrafiu Isiaka —- Information System and Pattern Recognition.

The other associate professors are: Dr. Kafayat Olatinwo —- International Space Law; Dr. Oyeshola Animashaun —- Tax Law, Business Regulations and Corporate Law; and Dr. Adediran Olushola —- Pure Mathematics.

The rest are: Dr. Sunday Ojo —- Parasitology; and Dr. Abdullahi Taiwo Ajao —-Environmental Microbiology.(NAN)

By Bushrah Yusuf-Badmus

Actor Femi Adebayo raises concern

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Nollywood actor, Femi Adebayo, has expressed worry over increasing cases of film piracy in the country.

Adebayo took to his instagram page, @femiadebayosalami,  on Tuesday, to narrate his ordeal and how he recently came out victorious in his fight against piracy on one of his movies.

He noted that dividend of the business of filmmaking had not been maximised due to the illegal activities of movie pirates.

Adebayo said: “The Nigerian film industry has experienced exponential growth over the years, but we haven’t been able to maximise the true dividends of this business because of dare devil pirates who benefit where they didn’t sow.

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“This is a major reason why investors find it hard to commit their funds to filmmakers. However, through persistence and the use of the legal framework covering intellectual property, we can bring their activities to a gradual halt.

“Several times, I have been a victim of movie pirates and I never spared them. I recently concluded a legal battle with a notable media company that owns a big radio station and also engages in Youtube content distribution.

“During the cinema run of “Survival of Jelili” in 2019, my movie was gathering good numbers at that time. They decided to use my movie poster and title to promote a movie on their platform, thereby deceiving fans and diverting revenue accrued to me.

“It took 3 years, but my trust in the legal and justice system remained unwavering. With the dedication of our legal team, Bola Adebowale & Co Legal Practitioners, who are seasoned professionals with wealth of experience in handling such cases.

“They presented undeniable evidence, put up a strong argument, and took the case to trial. Their promptness, efficiency, and attention to detail played a huge part in the direction of the case. We won and were awarded a total of Twenty Five Million Naira.

“This isn’t just my win as a filmmaker and content producer but a win for all of Nollywood.”

According to him, filmmakers must be ready to fight intellectual property theft and piracy at all levels.

“Every win brings us closer to protecting and getting the true economic value of our works,” he said. (NAN) 

By Taiye Olayemi

Police confirm one dead as kidnappers abduct travellers

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Police arrest man for allegedly printing, distributing fake Police ID Cards
Police arrest man for allegedly printing, distributing fake Police ID Cards

The police command in Ogun on Monday confirmed the abduction of travellers at Ilisan/Iperu axis on the Sagamu- Benin expressway.

SP Omolola Odutola, the State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), who confirmed the incident to newsmen in Abeokuta, said that the abduction happened on Friday.

Odutola, however, explained that the police could not specifically say the number of people abducted, saying that the hoodlums killed one of the travellers yet to be identified.

The police spokesperson added that the incident, which happened on Friday, May 3 at 6:55p.m., was incidented as a case of armed robbery, murder and kidnapping.

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” We have information that about seven people with A.K 47 suddenly blocked the Benin-Sagamu expressway.

“The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Ilisan got to the scene of the incident , saw two vehicles pierced with bullets and one other vehicle.

“One was a Lexus jeep 300 with registration number LND 640 DY, the driver’s name is Chilaka Lugard and another Lexus jeep 350 with registration number LSR 996 JF belonging to Kingsley Chineme.

“Inside this Lexus 350 car was found a cross bag with N113,000, two iPhones, an iPhone 6 and iPhone 11 Promax.

“There was also a corpse of an unidentified man, who was shot in the head .

“The third vehicle was loaded with plantain and the driver, who was among those abducted but has regained freedom, was later allowed to go with the vehicle.

” The other Lexus vehicles have been taken to Ilisan police station,” she said.

Odutola said the Commissioner of Police, Abiodun Alamutu,  had in an emergency meeting summoned on Monday, directed the tactical commanders and the mobile squadron to go after the criminals.

She said that the police commissioner had visited the scene of the incident, saying that he assured that the criminals would be apprehended soon.(NAN)

By Abiodun Lawal

Police arrest 2 robbery suspects, recover 3 guns Newsdiaryonline

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Police arrest man for allegedly printing, distributing fake Police ID Cards
Police arrest man for allegedly printing, distributing fake Police ID Cards

 The Police Command in Lagos State says it has arrested two robbery suspects – Ademola Adeniyi, 38 and Anjorin Afeez, 41 – and recovered three locally-made pistols.

Police spokesperson in the state, Mr Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the arrest in a post he shared on his X (formerly Twitter) handle @benHundeyin, on Monday.

He said that the suspects were arrested by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) on Sunday at 10:00 p.m. in the Yaba area of the state.

“The operatives, on a routine patrol of the area, intercepted the Ketu/Ojota bound Lagos colour mini bus popularly, known as ‘Korope’.

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“On searching the vehicle, three locally-made pistols and six cartridges were recovered,” he said.

Hundeyin stated that preliminary investigations revealed that the gang members boarded the bus at Jeba Bus Stop, Ebute Metta and were on their way for a robbery operation.

According to the image maker, the suspects are currently assisting the police in ongoing investigations.(NAN)

By Deborah Akpede

NANNM tasks FG on empowerment, welfare of members Newsdiaryonline

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The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has tasked the Federal Government to empower its members at all levels of healthcare for effective job delivery.

Mr ImoAbasi Moses, the 3rd Vice-President of NANNM made the call at a news conference on Monday in Abuja to commemorate the 2024 International Day of the Midwife celebrated annually on May 5.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the theme of the 2024 International Day of the midwife is “Midwives: A vital climate solution”.

He urged the government to empower midwives by identifying their needs and proffering solutions to the factors which inhibit their job.

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According to him, the practice of midwifery has been limited as a result of the poor working condition, shortage of work force, insufficient work equipment, poor remuneration and gross unemployment.

He decried poor incentive for rural workers, adding that it was high time the government reintroduced the rural posting allowance to midwives serving in such areas.

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Moses said that midwives were emerging heroes in the fight against environmental degradation, stressing that by providing high quality, women-centred care, adding that they have helped to reduce the carbon footprint of healthcare.

“Midwives are not only the guardian of sexual and reproductive health, but also vital climate solutionists.

“Their work has a direct impact on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and their community focused approach embodies the spirit of sustainable development.

“The 2021 state of the world’s midwifery report by the World Health Organisation (WHO), ICM and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the global shortage of midwives stands at 900, 000 and is particularly acute in Africa.

“Midwives are central to the prevention of maternal and newborn deaths, and stillbirths. With adequate investment in midwifery, this reports says that 4.3 million lives could be saved annually by 2035“, he said.

According to him, if the current trends persist, only 300 000 midwifery jobs are likely to be created in low-income countries.

This, he said, meant the shortage of midwives would increase to 1 million by 2030 which has serious implication for Sustainable Development Goal (SDG), he said.

He implored the government at all levels to improve on the stipends given to the nurses and Midwives, and to engage them with the Expanded Midwives Service Scheme (EMSS)

Mr Abdul-Aziz Usman, 1st Vice President of NANNM, also outlined some of the challenges midwives face, especially in the area of training, limited resources and equipment.

He said these challenges hinder midwives’ ability to provide quality care in hospitals and clinics, especially in the rural areas.

According to Usman, inconsistent regulation and oversight of midwifery practices result in varying quality of care and accountability issues.  (NAN)

By Aderogba George

Alia presents 6 SUVs to Judiciary Newsdiaryonline

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Gov. Hyacinth Alia of Benue on Monday presented six Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) to the State Judiciary.

Presenting the vehicles, the governor said his administration had resolved to make the welfare of the judiciary staff a top priority for improved service delivery.

Alia commended the Judiciary for its services, urging it to do more to ensure that law and order were strictly maintained in the State.

Represented by the State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice and Public Order, Fidelis Mnyim, Alia urged the Judiciary staff to put the vehicles to good use for the benefit of the State.

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He said four of the cars were for the State High Court Judges, while two were for the Judges of the Customary Court of Appeal.

Speaking in his capacity as the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice and Public Order, Mnyim commended the governor for promoting the rule of law in the state.

He also commended Alia for  granting autonomy to the judiciary for optimal performance.

Mnyim said the ministry took delivery of the vehicles and a  date would be communicated for the presentation of the vehicles to the Judges. (NAN)

By Emmanuel Antswen

Shettima aborts US  trip over aircraft technical fault, sends Tuggar

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  • Vice-President Kashim Shettima who was  scheduled to represent President Bola Tinubu at a Summit in Dallas, Texas has aborted the trip

By Salisu Sani-Idris

Vice-President Kashim Shettima who was  scheduled to represent President Bola Tinubu at a Summit in Dallas, Texas has aborted the trip following a technical fault with his aircraft.

Shettima was to represent the President at the 2024 US-Africa Business Summit organised by the Corporate Council on Africa.

Mr Stanley Nkwocha, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Office of The Vice-President, disclosed this in a statement on Monday in Abuja.

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Nkwocha said the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, will represent the President at the Summit, as Shettima could not be able to make the trip

He stressed that the technical fault forced the Vice President to make a detour on the advice of the Presidential Air Fleet.

According to Nkwocha, the Vice President will carry on with other national duties.

He stated that the high-profile summit, taking place at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, would bring together political and business leaders from across Africa, the United States, and other regions.

Nkwocha added that the summit would features high-level dialogues, networking sessions, and plenary.

He said that the African leaders expected at the summit include, the President, Republic of Liberia; Joseph Boakai, President, Republic of Malawi; Lazarus Chakwera and the President, Republic of Angola, Joao Lourenço.

Nkwocha said other African leaders that would grace the summit are the President, Republic of Botswana, Mokgweetsi E. K. Masisi, President, Republic of Cabo Verde, José Maria Neves, and the Deputy Prime Minister, Kingdom of Lesotho, Nthomeng Majara.

He said that the US-Africa Business Summit is expected to foster economic cooperation and explore investment opportunities between the United States and African countries. (NAN)

Nigeria ‘not considering any foreign military base’

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The Federal Government has said Nigeria is not considering any foreign military base.This assertion was made in a statement..

By Danlami Nmodu

The Federal Government has said Nigeria is not considering any foreign military base.This assertion was made in a statement Monday signed by Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris.

The Minister who described insinuations about looming military bases in Nigeris as “false alarms”, categorically said, “We have neither received nor are we considering any proposals from any country on the establishment of any foreign military bases in Nigeria”.

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Titled: FEDERAL GOVERNMENT NOT CONSIDERING ANY FOREIGN MILITARY BASE, Idris’ statement reads: “The Federal Government is aware of false alarms being raised in some quarters alleging discussions between the Federal Government of Nigeria and some foreign countries on the siting of foreign military bases in the country.

“We urge the general public to totally disregard this falsehood.”

He revealed that, “The Federal Government is not in any such discussion with any foreign country. We have neither received nor are we considering any proposals from any country on the establishment of any foreign military bases in Nigeria.

According to the Minister of Information, “The Nigerian government already enjoys foreign cooperation in tackling ongoing security challenges, and the President remains committed to deepening these partnerships, with the goal of achieving the national security objectives of the Renewed Hope Agenda.”

NEWSDIARYONLINE reports that some prominent Nigerians recently wrote an open letter to President Bola Tinubu outlining the dangers of relocation United States and France military bases from Niger Republic and other countries to Nigeria among others.

NERC slashes Band ‘A’ electricity tariff to N206.80 /Kwh

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The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has approved a downward review of electricity tariff for Band ‘A’ customers from N225/kWh to N206.80/kwh.

Under the approved review, Band ‘A’ customers who were previously charged N225/Kwh are now to pay N206.80/kwh.

The band’s customers are those who enjoy a daily supply of a minimum of 20 hours.

The review of the tariff was announced in Abuja on Monday by a notice issued by the management of Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC).

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The notice read, ’’ We are pleased to share with you the revised tariff for our Band ‘A’ feeders,  which will decrease from N225/kwh  to N206.80 effective May 6.

“We assure customers on our Band ‘A’ feeders of continued availability of electricity supply for 20-24 hours daily.

“Please note that the tariffs for Band B, C D and E remain unaffected. ‘’(NAN)

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