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  • Naeto C and wife expecting first baby

    Naeto C and wife expecting first baby

    Months after taking his heartthrob Nicole to the altar, Storm 360 rapper, Naeto C and his beautiful wife are expecting their first child.

    The Nigerian rap star who got married in July 2012 is said to be in high spirits as he is excited at the prospects of being a father.

    Naeto C was a guest on M-Net’s entertainment and lifestyle show, 53 Extra and he was interviewed by co-host Eku Edewor who furtively asked him about his plans for 2013 and his expectations about being a father very soon.

    Surprised by the question, Naeto C happily confirmed that he plans to be a great dad and he is excited about the new stage in his life.

    There had been speculations that Naeto C and Nicole were expecting a child after she was spotted with a “baby bump” in late 2012. Though
    there was no official confirmation until now.

  • NANS pleads against scrapping of TASUED

    NANS pleads against scrapping of TASUED

    The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has appealed to the Ogun State Governor, Ibikunle Amosun to reconsider the scraping of the Tai Solarin University Of Education (TASUED), Ijebu Ode.

    The call was made in an open letter to the governor titled: PROPOSED DISSOLUTION OF TAI SOLARIN UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION: APEAL FOR RECONSIDERATION signed by the association’s National President, Comrade Yinka Gbadebo .

    The association said that it was compelled to write the governor as part of its commitment to the struggle for quantitative and qualitative education in Nigeria.

    “We have followed with keen interest, the resent impasse surrounding the continuous existence of the Tai Solarin University of Education, vis-à-vis the implications for our students on that campus and the dire need for educational progression and the advancement”.

    The students also urged the governor to consider better and adequate funding of TASUED which according they noted is the only University that specializes in the training of professional educators in the country.

    They condemned the move to by the governor to scrap TASUED when the nation is in dire need of more Universities which is necessary for economic growth and development.

    “Sir, we strongly hope that our request for the continuous sustainability of TASUED will be granted without any unnecessary delay that may result into further actions from the NANS leadership. “

    The students implored the governor to personally visit the institution for an appraisal instead of basing his decision on reports he got about the school.

     

     

  • International group calls for release of Russian sailors,ship

    The South Asia and Africa Regional Port Stability Cooperative, (SAARPSCO), an international NGO initiated by the United States Coast Guard and concerned nations in Asia and Africa has called for the immediate and unconditional release of the MV Myre Seadiver ship and the Russian crew of fifteen seamen  detained since October in Nigeria.

    President and CEO of the organization, Hans  Niebergall who made the call in a statement over the weekend said the untold physical and psychological hardships on the crewmembers as a result of this unwarranted arrest and protracted detention are of grave concern.

    “Through no fault of their own, this crisis has adversely affected the crew and their anguished loved ones at home, as well as Senior Management and all of their colleagues at Moran Security Group, owners of the ship. It must be said that this incident has also had a chilling effect throughout the international community; it has created a strong deterrence to conducting trade in the region” Niebergall stated.

    From the onset of this incident, Moran Security Group, according to the SAARPSCO President has been working tirelessly with the appropriate international and local authorities to demonstrate their respect for Nigeria’s protocols for private armed guards, and their absolute compliance in this case.

    He explained that the sole purpose of the MV Myre Seadiver’s presence in the Gulf of Guinea is to provide protective services to the maritime industry by thwarting and preventing piracy attacks.

    “It is becoming commonplace for ship owners to request armed support before calling on ports in High Risk Areas, including Port Lagos.

    “Moran Security Group fully expects an amicable resolution in the very near term, which must consist of the immediate and unconditional release of the MV Myre Seadiver, and above all else, her crew of fifteen Russian seamen,” Niebergall said.

    Since its inception, Niebergall said Moran Security Group, has conducted itself honorably and is a valued member of the international maritime community which readily complies with all international maritime regulations.

    The case of the 15 sailors according to the spokesman of the Nigerian Navy, Lieutenant Commander Jerry Omodara of the Western Naval Command in Lagos which seized the ship have been transferred to the Police for prosecution.

    They are to be charged for allegedly transporting illegal arms found on the ship on October 19 off the coast of Lagos by a naval patrol.

     

  • Yakowa’s surviving brother dies

    Less than one month after the death of  former Kaduna state governor, Patrick Ibrahim Yakowa, tragedy again struck the family at the weekend with the death of his only surviving brother, Francis Adamu Yakowa.

    Francis Adamu who has been battling with an undisclosed illness before the death of the former governor will be buried on Monday at the family compound at Fadan Kagoma.

    Even details of the cause of death were available at the time of this report, the news of the death of Patrick Yakowa may have contributed to worsening his condition as he reportedly collapsed when the news of his brother’s death got to him on his sick bed.

    Born in 1964, the late Francis Yakowa worked with the Kaduna state ministry of Health and later the Ministry of Transport as a Vehicle Inspection Officer before voluntarily retiring in 1992.

    He is survived by a wife, sisters ans six children.

  • HP’s Windows 8 PC Portfolio out

    HP’s Windows 8 PC Portfolio out

    HP, world’s leading technology company has announced availability and pricing details for its new lineup of consumer and business PCs designed to work with Windows 8.

    The new HP products, ranging from stylish notebooks and desktops to a tablet, leverage premium materials and a purposeful design philosophy to deliver a distinct HP look and feel.

    Unique form factors—including a hybrid PC with a detachable screen, a business tablet with functionality-boosting HP Smart Jackets and an ultrathin all-in-one (AiO) desktop—enable users to take advantage of Windows 8 along with HP innovations such as HP TouchSmart technology.

    “HP’s portfolio of ultrathin notebooks, sleek all-in-ones and high-performance business PCs is designed to meet the needs of customers anticipating the release of the Windows 8 OS,” said James Mouton, senior vice president and general manager, Personal Computer Global Business Unit, HP.

    “Consumers and organisations now can choose from a broad range of HP PCs featuring multitouch displays, versatile form factors, sleek designs or customisable solutions that address their needs,” Mouton said.

     

  • Jonathan tasks churches on sanitising the society

    President Goodluck Jonathan has appealed to the church in Nigeria to play a leading role in the attempt to sanitise the country.
    The president who has being campaigning for attitudinal change for effective transformation of the country said if the Church moulds the people especially  the children, Nigeria will be a better place.
    The Church, according to the president has the same responsibilities as the government and political actors.
    The President spoke yesterday at the thirtieth anniversary thanksgiving service of John Cardinal Onaiyekan’s episcopal ordination as a Bishop and appointment to the College of Cardinal held at Our Lady Queen of Nigeria, Catholic Church, Abuja.
    Onaiyekan who is the fourth Nigerian Catholic priest was the immediate past President of the Christian Association of Nigeria and former President of English Speaking Bishops in Africa.
    The  President also appreciated the efforts of the Church at promoting inter-religious dialogue in the country.
    Jonathan noted that the appointment of Onaiyekan to the position of Cardinal was a clear recognition by the Vatican of the immense contributions of the Church in Nigeria to the worldwide catholic movement.
    Earlier, in his sermon titled “the infant king of Bethlehem”, Onaiyekan spoke about the Epiphany and circumstances of the birth of Jesus Christ.

    He said the circumstances of the birth of Jesus Christ a ruler of justice and peace should be a great lesson for the country, particularly in the area of religion.

    The cardinal noted that a true religion must be opened to all, embrace peace and devoid of blood shedding.

    “That Nigeria is deeply religious is a precious asset.

    “It is however sad that our image abroad is tainted with fanatism, religious intolerance, killing and shedding of blood.

    “We must not allow this to continue. We have to strive to live in peace in our nation with our differences of tribe, culture, tradition, language and religion.

    “We must see the image of God in everybody around us and apply the golden rule that we should do to others only what we can do to ourselves.

  • Oshiomhole retires permsec, seals off museum

    Edo State governor, Aams Oshiomhole  has approved the immediate retirement of the Permanent Secretary in the state Ministry of Environment and Public Utilities, Mr. H. A. Ikhelowa for alleged dereliction of duty.

    The Governor also  ordered the immediate sealing of the Museum in the state capital and arrest of the Manager over illegal operation and non-maintenance of the ground.

    The  approval for the retirement of the Permanent Secretary is contained in a letter signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Julius Ihonvbere.

    According to the letter dated January 4, “the Governor also approved the immediate suspension of Mr. Nicholas Osemwengie, Acting General Manager, Edo State Waste Management Board and the Director-in-charge of Street Lights in the Edo State Ministry of Environment and Public Utilities, Engineer Ejemai Martins.”

    According to the letter, “their cases have been referred to the Edo State Civil Service Commission for further action.”

    The Government’s action is not unconnected with an inspection of the Governor round Benin City, the state capital, Friday where he saw heaps of refuse in parts of the city and people displaying wares on the walkways and roads.

    During his inspection of the Museum ground, the Governor expressed dissatisfaction with the heaps of refuse left by fun-seekers at the place.

    He said the manager of the Museum sublet the place for business without the government’s authority. Oshiomhole also ordered the arrest of a woman found cooking on a sensitive equipment connected to the water fountain at the Musuem.

    During his inspection of the Oba Market road, Governor Oshiomhole ordered the instant seizure of wares displayed on the walkways and the road by traders and directed the immediate evacuation of dirt which littered the road.

    Speaking with reporters, the Governor said: “we are back to work in the New Year and I am happy that the contractor are back to work. Most of them will return fully to work after the New Year holidays.

    “I am satisfied with the quality of work and people are excited that the work is going on. You have noticed the job they are doing at the airport road and the challenge of the underground drainage and that is extremely important. Once the drainage is completed, flood from the adjoining streets will now drain into the primary drain which will now drain it into the river. That means the issue of flooding in this area will be a thing of the past. We are remodelling the road and creating bus stops. We will do more in the second term than we did in the first term”, he assured.

  • ACROSS THE STATES (2/1/2013)

    ACROSS THE STATES (2/1/2013)

    1 ACTING CHIEF JUDGE OF NASARAWA, JUSTICE SULIEMAN UMARU-DIKKO, TAKING HIS OATH OF OFFICE IN LAFIA.

    2. GOV. GODSWILL AKPABIO OF AKWA IBOM  PRAYING FOR PEACE IN THE STATE AT THE 2013 SOLEMN ASSEMBLY IN UYO.

    3 CLERGYMEN LED BY PRELATE EMERITUS OF METHODIST CHURCH OF NIGERIA, HIS EMINENCE SUNDAY MBANG (M), PRAYING FOR PEACE AND DEVELOPMENT IN AKWA IBOM AT THE 2013 SOLEMN ASSEMBLY IN UYO.

    4 FULL BUSINESS ACTIVITIES RESUMED AT THE ABUBAKAR GUMI CENTRAL MARKET IN KADUNA AFTER THE NEW YEAR HOLIDAY ON WEDNESDAY.

    5 PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED PERSONS AND LESS PRIVILEGED FAMILIES SELECTED UNDER THE POVERTY ALLEVIATION SCHEME COLLECTING CASH ASSISTANCE AT KANKARA, KATSINA STATE, ON WEDNESDAY. RIGHT IS CHAIRMAN OF THE COMMITTEE AND SPECIAL ADVISER TO THE STATE GOVERNOR ON POVERTY REDUCTION, ALHAJI BATURE MASARI.

    6 GOV. JONAH  JANG OF PLATEAU (L), BEING DECORATED WITH ARMED FORCES REMEMBRANCE EMBLEM BY MISS RHODA DADON DURING THE 2013 ARMED FORCES REMEMBRANCE DAY EMBLEM AND APPEAL FUND LAUNCH IN JOS.

    7 COMMISSIONER OF POLICE, PLATEAU, CHRIS OLAKPE (L), IN A HANDSHAKE WITH  GOV. JONAH  JANG  DURING THE 2013 ARMED FORCES REMEMBRANCE DAY EMBLEM AND APPEAL FUND LAUNCH IN JOS.

    8 FROM LEFT: DIVISIONAL POLICE OFFICER (DPO), IPONRI, CSP KUNLE OLUSOKAN; MANAGING DIRECTOR, NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIA (NAN), DAME OLUREMI OYO, AND MANAGING EDITOR AND HEAD OF NAN LAGOS OFFICE, MR ISAAC IGHURE, DURING THE VISIT OF THE DPO TO NAN OFFICE IN LAGOS.

    9 NASARAWA SOLICITOR-GENERAL AND PERMANENT SECRETARY, MINISTRY OF JUSTICE, MR MOHAMMED IDRIS-APA, TAKES OATH OF OFFICE IN LAFIA .

     

     

     

    PHOTO:  NAN-PHOTO

     

     

  • Adelabu named ED of First Bank

    Adelabu named ED of First Bank

    The Chief Financial Officer of First Bank of Nigeria Limited, Mr. Adebayo Adekola Adelabu has been appointed an Executive Director of the bank.

    The appointment of Mr. Adelabu, who still retains his portfolio as the Chief Financial Officer, is subject to the approval of  the Central Bank of Nigeria.

    The choice of the new director, according to the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of First Bank, Mr. Bisi Onasanya is to enhance the capacity of the Executive Management and Board, by deepening specialization and strengthening the corporate governance culture of the Bank.

    A first Class accounting degree graduate from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife and an alumnus of global accounting firm, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Adelabu was formerly the Group Financial Controller of the Bank between 2009 and 2010 and the pioneer head of Business Performance Monitoring Department between 2005 and 2007.

    Under his leadership, the existing performance management framework for the Bank was set up while he was also credited with the successful execution of the Bank’s medium term strategic plan targeted  at profitable growth with respect to revenue maximization and cost optimization. He also had a brief stint at Standard Chartered Bank between 2007 and 2009 as General Manager and the West African Regional Head of Finance and Strategy.

    Adelabu is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria with over 20 years of global and far-reaching professional experience in Banking, Audit and Management consulting.

    Commenting further on the appointment, Mr. Onasanya said as the leading financial services institution in Nigeria, the Bank is keen on ensuring adherence to international best practices in the constitution of its Board and Management. “We, therefore, continuously seek the most capable talents in-house and in the industry to fill vacant positions within the group,” he said.

     

     

  • What losing sleep does to your body

    What losing sleep does to your body

    A recent survey indicated that one third of UK population suffers from lack of sleep. Lack of sleep is defined as continues and deviant inability to get enough sleep. Symptoms include waking up early and trouble getting sleep. Consequences include feeling exhausted, unable to concentrate on easy tasks and irritable.

    Sleep is predominant for end number of reasons. Lack of sleep can lead to many health problems both long-term and short-term consequences. In the short term, losing sleep can affect mood, judgments, ability to learn and retaining what we have learnt, can increase the risk of injury and accidents, headache and dizziness In the long term, lack of sleep may lead to chronic health problems including diabetes, obesity, heart related diseases, depression and even early mortality.

    A perfect eight hours of sleep is important to have a healthy body. Due to high work pressures like long working hours, work related goals, number of sleeping hours have reduced tremendously.  A recent survey suggested that lack of sleep can cause stroke, high blood pressure, rapid aging, and low energy levels during the day, and stress in the immune system, poor concentration and mental sluggishness. It causes accidents. Lack of sleep can kill sex drive. Lack of sleep ages your skin, losing sleep can make you to gain weight.

    Sleepiness caused many major disastrous accidents in the history like Exxon Valdez oil spill, nuclear meltdowns at Three Mile Island and Chernobyl.  Most of the road accidents are occurred only because of drowsiness and poor-quality of sleep.

    Sleep plays a key role in learning and thinking.  Losing sleep blocks these cognitive processes.  Lack of sleep impairs alertness, attention, reasoning, concentration and problem solving.  When you sleep in the night various sleep cycles combine your dreams in your mind. If you are suffering with lack of sleep, you can’t retain what you have experienced and learned during the day time.

    According to a new survey men and women who are suffering with insomnia report less interest in sex and lower libidos.  Research from Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism indicates that men who suffer with lack of sleep have low levels of testosterone. Over the long run, losing sleep can contribute of depression and anxiety.  Insomnia is also one of the bad symptoms of depression.

    Chronic sleep loss can bring dark circles under the eyes, lackluster skin and fine lines. If you didn’t get enough sleep, you can experience puffy eyes and sallow skin.  If you are suffering with lack of sleep, your body will release cortisol which is stress hormone.  Uncontrolled release of cortisol damages skin collagen which is a protein that keeps skin elastic and smooth.

    Over a long time, lack of sleep enhances hunger and apatite, ultimately which leads to obesity.  Lack of sleep may interrupt your judging skills. Losing sleep will double the risk of death from heart related diseases.    People who are suffering with insomnia are prone to take poor judgments.

    If you are suffering with lack of sleep consider seeking doctor advice.  If you fall short of money, you can apply for loans, make sure you are getting along with payment protection insurance. If you are out of job or ill, you can apply for PPI claims. 

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