Category: ARTS & LIFESTYLE

Publisher and Former Commissioner, Emeka Obasi Is Dead

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The publisher of defunct Hallmark Newspaper, Mr Emeka Obasi is dead. The versatile journalist, public relations guru, and former commissioner died in Lagos, according to a statement by the family, which confirmed the sad news that broke in the social media, earlier on Wednesday. Obasi, former Commissioner for Information under former Governor of Abia State, Orji Uzor Kalu, who was also the founder of the Zik Prize in Leadership Award, last won by former Senate President, Anyim Pius Anyim, was said to have died on Tuesday at an undisclosed hospital…

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Climate Crisis Threatens Good Security For Women And Girls Says WFP

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The World Food Programme (WFP) in recognition of this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD), has warned that women and girls, especially in rural communities, continue to face the brunt of the climate crisis that exacerbates pre-existing inequalities, jeopardises their food security and feeds instability and migration. And for WFP, this year’s IWD focuses on “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow” recognising the contribution of women and girls around the world who play a crucial role in climate change adaptation and mitigation. Women and girls are said to often lack…

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IWD: Nigerian Women Still Face Uphill Task Of Breaking Bias

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As the world celebrates the International Women’s Day (IWD) today Nigerian women still have an uphill task of breaking the bias against them. This year’s IWD is coming few days after the 9th National Assembly rejected some gender-related bills. The lawmakers had last week voted against bills that were in favour of women, including a bill to create special seats for women in the national and state houses of assembly. The rejection of the bills seeking gender equality in the country bills has since sparked protests by women in the…

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Structural Tests On Three Bridges Begin In Lagos State

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At long last, the Lagos State Materials Testing Laboratory (LSMTL) has begun integrity tests on Eko, Ijora and Marine Bridges in Lagos. Mr Olufunsho Elulade, General Manager of LSMTL, stated that the checks on the three bridges were to determine their structural stability to prevent collapse. According to him, the checks were requested by contractors handling rehabilitation works on the facilities. He explained that samples were been taken from the bridges to test and ascertain if previous fires that gutted them at various times weakened any of their components or…

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Responsible Leadership: Lagos Govt. Seals Event Centre Where Petrol Was Shared As Party Souvenir

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In a development that received applause across the country, the Lagos State Government on Saturday sealed Havillah Event Centre at Oniru, Victoria Island area of Lagos, where kegs of petrol were shared as party souvenir. This was made known via a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotosho at the weekend. He stated that the event centre was sealed for contravening Public Safety Rules. With the public outcry that followed the news especially when the video went viral on social media, the party hostess Dr Pearl Chidinma…

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At Last, Police Breaks Silence As Orderly Carries VIP’s Food Tray In Kwara

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Following the outrage that followed the viral video of the policeman seen carrying a plate of rice for a certain woman in Kwara State, the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters on Wednesday warned its operatives attached to Very Important Persons (VIPs) all over the country to stop serving purposes other than protecting prominent individuals from security threats. The police authorities in Abuja also said it was probing the viral video showing a policeman carrying the food tray of a VIP at an event in Kwara State. Acting Force Public Relations Officer,…

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COVID-19: UK Moves On With Life As Johnson Scraps All COVID-19 Restrictions

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From all indications, United Kingdom has moved on with their lives after the glitches suffered as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. As a matter of fact, the British Prime Minister Mr Boris Johnson has declared that he would end all COVID-19 restrictions in England including mandatory self-isolation for the infected and free testing. His decision, which was announced Monday, as expected ignited scepticism from some scientists and political opponents. Johnson’s “living with COVID” plan has sparked alarm that it is premature and will leave the country vulnerable to…

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Rolls-Royce Redesigns Spirit of Ecstasy, Now Most Aerodynamic

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Rolls-Royce is redesigning its figurine, known as Spirit of Ecstasy, to be more aerodynamic. It was officially registered as intellectual property of Rolls-Royce on 6th February 1911, 111 years ago. “The Spirit of Ecstasy is the most famous and desirable automotive mascot in the world. More than just a symbol, she is the embodiment of our brand, and a constant source of inspiration and pride for the marque and its clients. Like our brand, she has always moved with the times while staying true to her nature and character. In…

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Common Mistakes Of The Modern Day Fathers

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By Bisi Adewale During the Mothers’ Day celebration in a prison, a Christian ministry visited the inmates with greeting cards they could send to their mothers. The ministry offered to pay for the postage of the cards to their mothers. All inmates came out of their cells to send the greeting cards to their mothers to the extent that more had to be provided because there weren’t enough for the inmates. They all wrote emotional messages to their mothers, appreciating them for their love, care, attention and support. These are…

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HACEY An NGO Inaugurates 10 Boreholes

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A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) known as HACEY Health Initiative, has inaugurated 10 electricity power boreholes in five primary healthcare centres and five public schools in Delta, Imo and Ondo states. HACEY Health initiated the projects through the Clean Water Initiative scheme, which is supported by Aspire Coronation Trust (ACT) Foundation carried out the inauguration in line with its bid to address the water, sanitation and hygiene challenges in primary healthcare centres and public schools. The statement noted that the initiative inaugurated in December 2021 aims at improving access to safe…

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