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NPHCDA declared the March target for 50% COVID-19 vaccination unrealistic

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The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) said Wednesday that the March 2022 aim of 50% COVID-19 vaccination may be unattainable due to Nigerians’ aversion to the vaccine.

It said specifically that 17 states in the country, including five in the South East, had continued to ignore the COVID-19 immunization, emphasizing that daily numbers from the states were bad.

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“We should not take chances as a nation,” Dr. Bassey Okposen, Director of Disease and Immunization Control at NAHCDA, said in response to the development. If we are protected, the virus will cease spreading, and I believe we are in danger until we recognize the necessity for vaccine. People routinely assert that COVID-19 and sometimes we get worried because when the pandemic started in India, they were not accepting the vaccine.

“They claimed there was no COVID-19 until the Delta variant hit, when they lost over 200,000 people and recorded over two million cases per day.” It’s the same COVID-19 vaccine they used to keep the virus at bay.”

Okposen stated at the South East Primary Health Care and COVID-19 vaccination review meeting in Enugu that the South East states had continued to have a poor record in vaccination when compared to other states in the country, stressing that the region’s output was a threat to the Federal Government’s 50% target.

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He went on to say that only 1,438 people were vaccinated daily in Abia State, compared to an alleged 17,208 per day, indicating that the state is well behind in vaccine expectations.

“In the state of Anambra, the figure is about 1,152 daily, but going by the vaccination target, the state is supposed to vaccinate 25, 848 per day, which is also far from the target.

“For Ebonyi State, the data shows that the state vaccinates about 608 daily compared to 12,486 per day, while Enugu vaccinates 1,661 per day, which is far below the 18,989 target, just as Imo State currently vaccinates 888 daily as against 23,263 per day,” he stated.

Okposen said going by the numbers from the councils in the region, “it would seem that they are doing the same thing. Efforts should be made to know what is going on at the councils in the region.”

Speaking, Chief Executive Officer of NPHCDA, Dr. Faisal Shaibu, stated that the meeting was necessitated to discuss the vaccination gaps and strategise on how to improve and motivate the people get vaccinated.

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He said the agency would not rest on its oars and watch the negative information being spread about the vaccine, insisting: “The vaccine is safe and has no side effects.”

On his part, representative of Enugu North Senatorial District and Chairman, Senate Committee on Primary Health Care and Communicable Diseases, Chukwuka Utazi, who described the figures as sad and unacceptable, appealed to the South East region to embrace the COVID-19 vaccines.

Global coastline rebellion to hit 19 countries on 4th February

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Movements across 19 countries of both the Global South and the Global North will march together this Friday, February 4th, in unprecedented international action against neo-colonialism, corporate power and environmental destruction, standing in solidarity with Most Affected People and Areas (MAPA).

Communities and activists on the front lines of the environmental crisis are asking the world to join their fight for the oceans, the seas and global justice, under the hashtag #oceanazo. Oceans act as geographic barriers between continents, but on Friday we will show how they connect us.

Multiple oil spills around the world in just the last few weeks demonstrate the harms caused by fossil fuel extraction: Chevron (US) is responsible for approximately 50 thousand litres spilled in Thailand​​​​​​​ last week, and days later almost two million litres were spilled in Ecuador, polluting Amazonian ecosystems for the second time in only two years. ​​​​​​

In Perú, a catastrophic oil spill by European oil and gas multinational Repsol is currently affecting over 20 beaches​​​​​​​, devastating marine life and ecosystems, bringing several endangered species to the brink of extinction, and threatening the health and livelihoods of thousands of people. The company denies responsibility for the spill and is refusing to pay for the clean-up.

On the coastlines of Argentina and South Africa, thousands are mobilizing against European fossil fuel corporations, including Shell, Equinor and Total, who are poised to conduct seismic surveys, deepwater drilling and fracking, threatening similar devastation to communities, marine wildlife and the environment for corporate greed.

These are just some examples of how multinational corporations are destroying the homelands of local communities and Black, Indigenous and People of Colour globally, often employing methods – like fracking – that are banned in their homelands due to their devastating effects on ecosystems and human health. To extract fossil fuels, they turn areas of the Global South into sacrifice zones, designating as disposable entire populations. They will not stop their neo-colonial exploitation unless they feel pressure from the streets.

This is why activists are now responding globally to stop these corporations from polluting the oceans, disturbing marine ecosystems, destroying the livelihoods of millions, while at the same time greenwashing their businesses in the Global North to perpetuate their profits.

Osver Polo Carrasco of The Citizen Movement against Climate Change (Mocicc) in Perú explains: “We demand just and collective energy sovereignty against exploitative multinational corporations; a halt to the decrees and legislations that promote hydrocarbons; an end to extractive projects in the sea, land and jungle; sanctions against corporations that have polluted and damaged these peoples and territories; and that corporations pay reparations to those already affected.”

We are coming together internationally as a global rebellion of coastlines, affected communities and supporters, building a multinational resistance against a multinational threat. From South Africa to the Netherlands, from Argentina to Norway, from Perú to Germany, and many more, demonstrations and creative actions will be performed by a vast diversity of movements at corporate headquarters, national embassies, on affected beaches and in the streets of all participating countries.

The oceans are rising and so are we! #oceanazo.

Courtesy: Extinction Rebellion

President Buhari to Participate in AU Meetings in Addis Ababa

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“President Muhammadu Buhari will travel to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia’s capital, on Thursday for the 35th Ordinary Session of the African Union Heads of State and Government. On Wednesday evening, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity Femi Adesina made the announcement. Under the theme “Building Resilience in Nutrition and Food Security on the African Continent: Strengthen Agriculture, Accelerate Human Capital, Social and Economic Development,” President Buhari will join other African leaders in finding solutions to the continent’s political, economic, and social challenges. Buhari will hold bilateral meetings with some leaders on the sidelines of the AU meetings, with a shared interest in improving trade relations, partnering to address security challenges, and maintaining relationships with multilateral institutions for long-term development. The President will be accompanied by Geoffrey Onyeama, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Dr. Osagie Ehanire, Minister of Health; Mohammed Abubakar, Minister of Agriculture; and Sadiya Umar Farouk, Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development.

At the AU meetings, the President will be joined by the National Security Adviser, Maj. Gen. Babagana Monguno, and the Director General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Amb. Ahmed Rufai Abubakar. Senator Zwingina claims that thugs broke into a church with a bulldozer and beat the pastor over a land dispute. Amaechi’s renaming as Dan Amanar Daura was not politically motivated.” 2022 (GistAfri.com)

SANWO-OLU SIGNS BILLS ESTABLISHING ADDITIONAL TWO UNIVERSITIES IN LAGOS

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“Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Governor of Lagos State, signed bills on Wednesday to establish two new universities in the state: the Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) and the Lagos State University of Science and Technology. He signed the bills transferring the Ikorodu, Isolo, and Surulere campuses of Lagos State Polytechnic to the University of Science and Technology, as well as the Adeniran Ogunsanya and Michael Otedola Colleges of Education in Ijanikin and Epe, respectively, to the Lagos State University of Education. The signing ceremony was attended by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Education, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, and Commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General, Mr. Moyosore Onigbanjo (SAN), as well as members of the Governing Councils and tertiary institution management staff, among others. Governor Sanwo-Olu, speaking after signing the bills, said that Lagos and its people now have two more universities to add to the existing Lagos State University (LASU), which was founded in 1982 by the late Alhaji Lateef Jakande, the first Executive Governor of Lagos State. “We are doing this very quickly because we need to take this law to the National Universities Commission (NUC), which will do their due diligence and we believe they will give us a timely approval when we all go and receive the certificates for the establishment of the two universities,” he explained. We believe the transmission will be without hiccups. We are confident that the process will go smoothly. We are confident that we will do a good job of ensuring that what is best for Lagos is the only thing we do. I am ecstatic and proud of all of us for making history today, and I am confident that future generations will remember this bold, audacious decision we have made. “The two institutions that have now been passed down to universities have produced professionals, students, lecturers, and other notable men and women in our society.” I believe that what we have done is the right thing for the existing staff, both academic and non-academic, and, more importantly, for the students today and future students who will be coming in to be able to reimagine their future and ensure that we are producing tomorrow’s leaders.” Wahab previously stated that the establishment of the Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) and the Lagos State University of Science and Technology will resolve admission issues for Lagos State residents. Governor Sanwo-Olu was also praised by Wahab for putting his full weight behind the establishment of the two new universities. He also praised Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, for believing in the process.” (Lagos State Government 2022)

BREAKING: Jeff Zucker Resigns As Head Of CNN Over Relationship With Senior Executive

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Jeff Zucker, CNN’s longtime CEO and a titan of the news industry, announced his resignation on Wednesday, according to a major American news organization.
I was asked about a consensual relationship with my closest colleague, someone I have worked with for more than 20 years, as part of the investigation into Chris Cuomo’s tenure at CNN, Zucker wrote in an email to staff. “I acknowledged the relationship has evolved in recent years.” I was required to disclose it when it began, but I didn’t. I was wrong. ”

As a result, I am resigning today,” he added.
Chris Cuomo, the former CNN anchor who hosted the network’s 9 p.m. hour, was fired by the network late last year over his actions advising his brother, former New York Governor, Andrew Cuomo.
While Zucker did not name the colleague with whom he had a relationship in his email, he was referring to Allison Gollust, the chief marketing officer and a senior vise president at CNN.
Gollust acknowledged the relationship in a statement of her own that was reported by CNN.
“Jeff and I have been close friends and professional partners for over 20 years,” she said. “Recently, our relationship changed during COVID. I regret that we didn’t disclose it at the right time. I’m incredibly proud of my time at CNN and look forward to continuing the great work we do every day. ”

BREAKING: Boko Haram terrorists kill JTF Commander in Borno [PHOTO]

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Boko Haram terrorists have killed a top commander of the Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF), Ibrahim Maliya, after a recent bombing along Biu-Damboa Road in Borno State, Northeast Nigeria.

The deceased was always at the forefront rendering assistance to the Nigerian Army and other security agencies in fighting insurgents and other insecurity related issues bedeveling Southern Borno.

Reacting to his death, a key member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Borno State, Kudla Milinda, popularly known as Haske, condoled with the people of Biu local government area over the killing of Maliya.

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‘Haske’, the Managing Director of Aerokeys and Aviare construction company in a condolence message described the demise of Maliya as a great loss to Biu and Southern Borno senatorial district.

The message was contained in a statement issued by Amos Adzib, Director media and publicity Haske campaign organisation on Wednesday.

“Though his demise is painful, his legacies of service, love and compassion remain indelible as he has impacted the younger generation to continue in his footsteps. May his gentle soul rest in Jannah,” Haske said.

Adamu Report: APC Women write Buhari, NEC over February convention

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The Coalition of All Progressive Congress (APC) Women Groups, has asked President Muhammadu Buhari to postpone indefinitely the National Convention of the party fixed for February, this year.

This was contained in a statement signed by Dr. Cecilia Ikechukwu and other members which was made available to newsmen on Wednesday.

According to the coalition, fixing the National Convention this February is akin to building a superstructure on unstable soil.

It said there are several unresolved contentious that are consequential but left unaddressed before progressing to other unsustainable phases.

“Your Excellency, currently the party has faction in 14 states, which is because the Caretaker Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC) under His Excellency, Mai Malam Buni has done a good job in reconciling factions in other states and re-organization the party.

“The party is yet to recover from the attendant losses from elections that were ordinarily guaranteed in Rivers and Zamfara state during the 2019 General Elections.

“Instead of learning the hard lessons contained in those avoidable experiences, the State Governors and the colluding party leaders are rather adamant on repeating the show of shame on a national scale by fixing a date for the National Convention without first resolving the damaging issues on ground.

“As it was with Rivers and Zamfara States, there are legal implications for how the party is progressing with going into a national convention with all the issues surrounding the party.

“We fear the APC is now firmly placed to lose all the positions our members will context for, not at the polls but on legal technicality as was the case in those two states,” the group stated.

Consequently, the women group appealed “that the convention be postponed indefinitely to allow the CEPC resolve these issues within the next three (3) days and come up with a comprehensive report on how to navigate the murky waters the APC currently finds itself.

“That the Abdullahi Adamu committee be disbanded immediately, and a new committee set up, since this committee has serially failed in its mandate.

“That Mr. President unites the APC stakeholders and lead them to counter the influence the cabals that want to destroy the party from within at all costs.

It is our firm belief that these steps, if urgently taken, can pull the APC from the brink, although the window for saving the party is fast closing. Please Mr. President, save the APC from implosion,” the statement stated.

Two people died in motor accident in Ogun

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The state FRSC spokesperson, Florence Okpe, said a total of three persons were involved, two men and one woman adding that the woman and one man died in the accident.

She said, “The injured victim was taken to General Hospital, Abeokuta, and the corpses were deposited at the same hospital’s mortuary.

“The suspected cause of the lone crash was excessive speed which led to the loss of control.
“FRSC personnel is fully on ground managing the situation,” Okpe added.

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Breaking: Court strikes out Aregbesola group’s suit: Osun congress

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The suit filed by 2, 517 aggrieved members of the All Progressives Congress against the party’s last Ward congress in Osun State was denied jurisdiction by Justice Nathaniel Ayo-Emmanuel of an Osogbo Federal High Court on Wednesday.

In the ruling, which lasted about one hour and 30 minutes, Ayoo-Emmanuel held that issues relating to Congresses are a domestic matter for political parties and dismissed the case.

Details will be provided later…

“I’ve killed over 20 people,” says Bello Turji’s protégé, notorious bandit

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Naziru Sani, a member of the Bello Turji terrorist camp, has admitted to killing over 20 people in several attacks across Nigeria’s northwest.

Turji was said to be on a police wanted list after allegedly taking part in a number of deadly attacks on innocent people in the states of Katsina, Zamfara, and Sokoto.

When SP Gambo Isah, the Police PRO in Katsina state, paraded Sani at the Command’s headquarters on Tuesday, he revealed the number of people he has killed.

“I am Bello Turji’s boy,” Sani explained in Hausa. I’m a subordinate to him.

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“Under the command of my boss, Turji, I have been involved in community attacks and have killed over 20 people in the past, but I have repented now.”

“I ran for my life from the Jangebe forest in Zamfara, where Turji is currently hibernating.” While trying to get to Suleja, Niger State, where my parents live, I was arrested by the police in Funtua. In Makera Village, Tsafe LGA, Zamfara, I left my wife and children.

“We are very many,” Sani said when asked about Turji’s boys’ numerical strength and how much they are paid for each attack. I don’t have an exact figure, but we’re in the thousands, and after each operation, I get between N20,000 and N30,000.”

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