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Police commission workers threaten indefinite strike

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Police commission workers threaten indefinite strike

Workers at the Police Service Commission (PSC) on Thursday issued a notice of indefinite strike to the management of the commission over breach of conditions.

The workers, in a leaked letter written by the joint union congress, PSC chapter and addressed to Musiliu Smith, PSC chairman, said the indefinite strike will commence on August 29.

The letter was signed by Adoyi Adoyi, chairman of joint union congress, PSC chapter, Abayomi Anthony, chairman of Nigeria Civil Service Union (NCSU), Yusuf Nasidi, secretary of Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN) and Remi Ogundeji, secretary of NCSU.

 

The letter reads: “You may wish to recall that the Joint Union Congress of the Police Service Commission had embarked on a 3-day warning strike on Monday 24 January, 2022, which was suspended in national interest in order to embrace dialogue and reconciliation.

“As a responsible union, we make bold to state that all the conditions necessary for continuous working harmony have been breached by the management, hence our resort to continue with our agitation until our earlier agreements are fully implemented.

Following from the above therefore, the union and the entire staff do hereby serve a notice of indefinite strike to the Management, beginning on Monday, 29 August 2022.”

The development comes amid the disagreement between Usman Baba, inspector-general of police, and the PSC over recruitment of constables into the Nigeria Police Force.

The Nation reported that the NPF dismissed an advertisement by PSC calling for applicants to apply as constables in the force.

Owing to NPF’s protest, the PSC suspended the 2022 recruitment of constables into the force.

 

FG Advises Nigerians Against Travelling To Northern Cyprus

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FG Advises Nigerians Against Travelling To Northern Cyprus

Abike Dabiri-Erewa spoke to reporters at the State House in Abuja on August 25, 2022.

The Chairman of the Nigeria Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa has warned Nigerians not to travel to Northern Cyprus.

Speaking to State House correspondents in Abuja on Thursday, Dabiri-Erewa said there is little the Federal Government can do to diplomatically resolve issues in the territory because Northern Cyprus is not recognised by the international community except Turkey.

The warning comes amid reports many Nigerian are being killed in Northern Cyprus.

Dabiri-Erewa also urged Nigerians in Diaspora not to be afraid to invest in the country because of insecurity.

While admitting that the country’s insecurity challenge is a source of concern, she said it is only temporary because of stiff measures currently employed by the Federal Government to tackle the situation.

She said the commission recorded over $20 billion in daispora remittances for 2021.

 

Obi Cubana partners Zoe New Dawn to unveil new smart city

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Obi Cubana partners Zoe New Dawn to unveil new smart city

Chairman of Cubana Group, Obi Cubana, has revealed announced a partnership with Zoe New Dawn Nigeria Limited for the development of a mixed housing project in Abuja.

The partnership is designed to provide about 10,000 units of residential assets for low and middle-income earners, civil servants and others who are desirous of quality accommodation for residential purposes.

In a statement in Abuja ahead of the official ground-breaking ceremony of the Hill City Community housing project scheduled for September 1, Obi Cubana said: “The partnership between Casa Cubana, owned by the Cubana Group, and Zoe New Dawn Nigeria Limited will offer prospective subscribers global standard residential assets that will guarantee a live, work and play benefits in a well-developed, highly urbanized district of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja”, he said.

Affordable housing is a major concern for most residents of Abuja and the new Smart City, Hill City Community housing project is carefully planned and designed to address the challenges of access to quality housing at affordable flexible ownership terms. It will also be built by young Nigerians who will be engaged through direct means.”

Obi Cubana noted it is another way for him to contribute to humanity through creating employment while bridging the prevailing housing gap.

 

why i performed in a skirt at the big brother naija Bella Shmurda

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why i performed in a skirt at the big brother naija Bella Shmurda

Singer Akinbiyi Abiola Ahmed aka Bella Shmurda has explained why he performed in a skirt at the Big Brother Naija show on Sunday.

The musician was part of the guest performance at the live eviction show but made head line by putting on a skirt.

The award-winning singer trended on Twitter for days, with fans mocking him for trying to imitate crossdressers like James Brown and Bobrisky while other fans urged him to admit his sexuality.
But the self-acclaimed ‘newborn Fela’ in an interview with media personality, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu on the Rubbin’ Minds show has opened up on his reasons for wearing skirts.

The artiste said wearing a skirt for him, is a form of brand identity and a means of promoting African culture.

“This is my own way of being unique, every artiste has a way of being identified. This is mine to promote African culture,” Shmurda said.

 

David defeat Goliath-Hon. Olayinka Gbolahan Ibikunle

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David defeat Goliath-Hon. Olayinka Gbolahan Ibikunle

A philanthropist and Ibadan-based politician, Dr Olayinka Ibikunle emerges as the candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) of the Ibadan Southwest/Ibadan North-West Federal constituency.

The industrialist who hails from the great Balogun Ibikunle’s compound in Ibadan won the party’s ticket to contest in the 2023 general election unopposed.

The election which was held at Lafia hotel, Apata, Ibadan was monitored by the officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from Ibadan Northwest/Southwest, men of the Nigeria Police Force and Nigeria Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).

Dr Ibikunle was declared the winner by the Primary committee of the election headed by its chairman, Alhaji Ibrahim Manzo, Alhaja Yinka Olona, Barrister Adelowo Adebimpe and Alhaja Doyin Akintola.

Ibikunle in his acceptance speech expressed his appreciation to leaders, delegates and members of the party for the opportunity given to flag ticket of the party.

He said if elected in the general election he is going to focus on improving the humanity of his constituent.

The industrialist who had also intervene in programmes such as the empowerment of youths in the constituency, health, and education community projects among others.

In the same vein, the party had also held a primary election for candidates to represent the party at the Ibadan Northwest state constituency, Oyo State House of Assembly on Thursday where Bashiru also known as (BBR) emerged the winner of the election which was held at Adebayo Nursery and Primary School, Oke -Oseni, Ibadan.

No doubt that Dr Olayinka Ibikunle is the best candidate to perform the duties well.

#Bbnaija S7: Adekunle declare his intention to be with Modella

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#Bbnaija S7: Adekunle declare his intention to be with Modella

Former BBnaija Head of House Adekunle has expressed desire to be with Modella.

Adekunle made this known to Diana during a conversation on Sunday night during the pool party to celebrate the start of the real competition.

Adekunle, who sat with Diana at the edge of the pool, noted that he will reciprocate should Modella make a move but his eyes are on Daniella.

However, Daniella and Dotun were with each other for quite a while and in their discussion, she let him know that what she had with Khalid was real and that they would like to explore their ship outside the house.

 

#Bbnaija S7: Chomzy emerges first female HoH

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#Bbnaija S7: Chomzy emerges first female HoH

Chomzy has won the first female Head of House in the ongoing Big Brother Naija Season 7

She won after a face-off with Bella following disqualification of all male housemates who, according to Biggie, cheated during the game.

The 5th HOH was asked to pick a companion who would be in the same room with her and she chose Eloswag who wholeheartedly accepted the offer.

Both housemates are immune from eviction nominations this week and would enjoy the exclusive HOH room.

 

The UK Government has opened a visa route called “Scale-Up” visa route.

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The UK Government has opened a visa route called “Scale-Up” visa route.

The visa allows you to join a UK company and can be used to settle in the UK.
– You can move with your family.
– Might need to prove English proficiency.
– Work Visa of 2 years and can be extended upon expiry.

All details here:
https://www.gov.uk/scale-up-worker-visa

Joshua loss to Usyk

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Joshua loss to Usyk

A tearful Anthony Joshua rued his second straight defeat to Oleksandr Usyk after the supremely talented Ukrainian fought back to retain his world heavyweight titles in Saudi Arabia .

Joshua hurled two of Usyk’s belts to the canvas and stormed out of the ring in a fit of pique after letting slip a golden opportunity to hand the Ukrainian his first professional loss.

The 6ft 6ins (1.98m) Briton scented victory when he had Usyk hanging on in the ninth round, only for the mobile southpaw to come firing back and control the final stages for a split-decision win.

Joshua, 32, let fly a string of expletives – in front of the deeply conservative country’s de facto ruler, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman – in an impassioned post-match speech.

“I just spoke from my heart. It has been so tough. You see AJ holding it together. I’m a hustler, so I try to keep things together, try work hard. Make sure my team is good,” he said.

It comes at a cost. It would never break me but it takes real strength and tonight there’s a little crack in the armour.”

While Joshua is left trying to rebuild his career after his third defeat, Usyk retains the IBF, WBA, and WBO titles and will now seek a unification showdown with WBC champion Tyson Fury.

I should have won,” lamented Joshua, who was too emotional to speak for part of his post-fight press conference.

“I adapted, I made the change that I needed to give him more of a competitor. It wasn’t enough but I left everything in the gym,” he added.

If I would have left everything in the ring I would have won.”

Usyk agreed with Joshua, saying: “The reason why the belts are coming back to Ukraine is that Anthony Joshua didn’t use his size advantage to the end.”

Despite the defeat, promoter Eddie Hearn issued a fierce defense of Joshua, who has revitalised British boxing and was fighting his 12th successive heavyweight title clash.

“He’s devastated by defeat because he wanted victory more than anything,” Hearn said.

“We’re all extremely proud of him for giving us a great fight tonight against one of the best that’s ever laced up a pair of gloves.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mixed reactions trail Kwam1’s 50years on stage

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Mixed reactions trail Kwam1’s 50years on stage

King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall (Kwam1) is currently on the lips of many as he shuts down Lagos State for his 50 years on stage.

KFN reported that preparations were in top gear for KWAM1, as he shut down Lagos.

The city of Lagos stood still as the Mayegun of Lagos, as he is fondly called, marked his 50 years on stage.

Nollywood stars, fans, and lovers of the legendary singer endorsed and promoted the event.From Kolawole Ajeyemi, Ayo Olaiya, Esther Kale, and many other Nollywood stars, even Nigerian billionaire Sir Olu Okeowo, one of the silent billionaires in Nigeria, showed support for him.

Kwam1 held his talk-about event last night at the prestigious Oriental Hotel.

The event was star-studded as de creme de la creme in the entertainment industry, business world, politics, and monarchy showed support for him.

The event stirred mixed reactions among netizens as they queried when the Fuji singer started music.

kvng_sylvia: 50 years how old him start to sing? 7

makarienik: Wasiu 50 years on stage hmmmm

cash moneyoffice: 50yrs on stage bawo how old is K1 when did he start singing his don’t understand please

_abefe_1: 50yrs

mopelolaatunde: 50yrs

Nollywood industry stood still for legendary Fuji singer, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall (KWAM 1) as he marked his 50 years on stage.

Kwam1 held the event on Friday night, August 19 at the prestigious Oriental Hotel, Lagos.

The Yoruba movie industry stood still for the singer as they came out in large numbers to support him.

Celebrities like: Kunle Afod, Yinka Quadri, Jamiu Azeez, Jide Awobona, Toyosi Adesanya, Foluke Daramola, Mercy Aigbe, Adunni Ade, Seyi Edun, Omowunmi Ajiboye, Faithia Williams, Iyabo Ojo, Ijebu, Muyiwa Ademola, Fausat Balogun, Lateef Adedimeji, Saheed Balogun, Ibrahim Chatta, Eniola Badmus, and more showed support for him.

Also in attendance were different monarchs and billionaires.

Eleganza CEO, Razaq Okoya and his beautiful wife, Shade Okoya, were spotted at the event as well as silent billionaire, Sir Olu Okeowo.

 

 

 

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