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  • Kamala Harris trumps Donald Trump in first presidential debate

    Kamala Harris trumps Donald Trump in first presidential debate

    The much anticipated and most contentious US Presidential debate took place in the early hours of Tuesday morning, Nigerian time, as televised live on the Cable News Network (CNN).
    Living up to its hype, the debate was a fiery fireworks of some sort where the incumbent Vice President, Kamala Harris, who is the Democrat Presidential ticket bearer, shone like an incandescent firework in a dark Christmas night.

    Expected to be a critical decider that would enable many electorates across a spectrum of demographics to chose their candidate, the presidential debate did the job by sieving the chaff from the grains.

    From the beginning when the Vice president stormed into the venue and went straight to stretch out her hands to shake and introduce herself to the former president, to when she reminded him that she is Kamala Harris, not President Joe Biden,  the US Vice President out-debated former President Donald Trump.
    Even in terms of their body language, Trump looked curmudgeonly and predatory most times while Harris appeared presidential, comported, caring and fearless like a commander in chief.

    On all occasions, Harris successfully baited Trump in this contentious first debate and he failed on all counts as she goes on to flat him out completely by defining for his lies, racism, narcissism  and emotional instability. For instance, it was revealed by the fact checker that D9nald Trump lied 33 times during the debate, compared with a single falsehood by his opponent.

    Her pedigree as a successful prosecutor was deftly deployed to portray him as a felon  for all his lying and bullying.

    In terms of specific plans, she laid out her plans on the economy, homeland security, international relations diplomacy and race relations.

    And the endorsements started pouring in…

    As soon as the debates ended, reports filtered on to break the news about a mega endorsement by pop star, Taylor Swift.
    Posting on her Instagram, Ms. Taylor Swift,  posted a picture of herself holding a cat denounce JD Vance, Trump’s running mate who called Kamala Harris a childless cat.
  • AFCON 2025 Qualifiers: Group D leaders, Nigeria held to a goalless draw

    AFCON 2025 Qualifiers: Group D leaders, Nigeria held to a goalless draw

    Group D leader in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier Nigeria, was held to a goalless draw in Kigali on Tuesday, by Rwanda.

     

    The Super Eagles, however, will feel vindictive because in the first half, what appeared to be a real goal was disallowed after Ademola Lookman scored a Victor Boniface’s header, which the referee dismissed.

     

    Both teams’ goalkeepers produced excellent saves to keep the score at zero.

     

    Rwanda is in second place with two points, and Nigeria is leading Group D with four points.

  • NAFDAC Orders Recall Of Popular Dove Beauty Bar Soap In Nigeria

    NAFDAC Orders Recall Of Popular Dove Beauty Bar Soap In Nigeria

    The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) detects chemical impurity, orders recall of Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap.
    NAFDAC noted that the product identified by batch number 81832M 08, which was manufactured in Germany, contravenes the Cosmetic Products Regulation due to Butylphenyl Methylpropional, commonly referred to as Lilial, a substance associated with significant health hazards.
    The agency clarified that BMHCA has been prohibited in cosmetic formulations because of its potential to adversely affect the reproductive system and pose risks to the health of unborn children.
    Furthermore, it highlighted that this chemical has been associated with skin sensitization, which may lead to allergic reactions in certain individuals.
    The statement read, “The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) is alerting the public about the recall of Dove Beauty Cream Bar Soap (100g) with batch number 81832M 08, produced in Germany due to chemical impurity.
    “The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation, as it contains Butylphenyl Methylpropional (BMHCA), which is prohibited due to its risks of reproductive harm, danger to unborn children, and potential for causing skin sensitization. Several regulatory authorities in the EU have already banned its marketing.”
    Several Dove cosmetic products have been recalled or banned in various countries due to the presence of BMHCA.
    These products include Derma Spa Goodness, Men Care, Men Care+ Sensitive Shield, Natural Touch, Nourishing Body Care Light Hydro, Pampering Body Lotion, Go Fresh, Talco con Crema, Go Fresh Pera, Extra Fresh, Goodness3 Skincare Ritual, invisible dry antiperspirant spray, Go Fresh Revitalize nourishing shower gel, Caring hand wash, and invisible dry.
    NAFDAC has indicated that these soaps are not listed in its database.
    The agency has advised the public to exercise caution and remain vigilant throughout the supply chain to prevent these products’ importation, distribution, sale, and use.
    It said, “Importation of soaps is prohibited in Nigeria as per the restricted and import prohibition list. Beyond the import restrictions soaps and cosmetics are parts of the items ineligible for foreign exchange to import in Nigeria.
    “These products are also not available in the NAFDAC database. Importers, distributors, retailers and consumers are advised to exercise caution and vigilance within the supply chain to avoid the importation, distribution, sale and use of the above-mentioned products. Members of the public in possession of the product should discontinue the sale or use and submit stock to the nearest NAFDAC office.”
    It also urged health experts to report adverse events experienced with regulated products to its nearest office.
    “Healthcare professionals and consumers are encouraged to report adverse events experienced with the use of regulated products to the nearest NAFDAC office, via pharmacovigilance@nafdac.gov.ng, E-reporting platforms available at www.nafdac.gov.ng or via the Med-safety application for download on android and IOS stores,” the agency noted
  • Tinubu Didn’t extend IGP’s tenure – Police

    Tinubu Didn’t extend IGP’s tenure – Police

    In what some Nigerians argue was like standing logic on its head, Nigeria Police spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi says President Bola Tinubu did not extend the tenure of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun.
    Hiding under some legalistic subterfuge he argues, “the President gave his approval to the law governing the tenure of the office as required.”
    In a statement on Friday, Force spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, said the IGP’s appointment is for four years.
    “The attention of the Nigeria Police Force has been drawn to various misleading reports and misinterpretations concerning the tenure of the Inspector General of Police, and wishes to categorically state that what President Bola Tinubu approved for the IGP is not an extension of tenure, but rather the proper application of the law governing the tenure of the office of the IGP,” the statement read.
    “Contrary to the misinformation being circulated on social media and in the news, an appointment letter in circulation was issued to the IGP shortly after his appointment was confirmed by the Police Council.
    “This letter, dated 3rd November 2023, clearly stated that the President had approved a four-year tenure for the IGP in accordance with the provisions of Section 215(a) and Section 28(c) of the Third Schedule of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended).”
    The question some experts on service matters ask is whether it is possible for Mr. Egbotokun to still function in the office of Inspector General Police after his career life in the Nigeria Police Force had expired?
  • Presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale steps down

    Presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale steps down

    Like a flash, the tour of duty of mediaman, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu’s spokesperson has come to an abrupt end as the Bayelsa born journalsit stepped down from his role with immediate effect this saturday..
    In a statement issued by the Presidency on Saturday, Ngelale said he had submitted a memo to the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, informing him of his plan to proceed on indefinite leave.
    Ngelale added that he has stepped down as the Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action and Chairman of the Presidential Steering Committee on Project Evergreen.
    According to Ngelale, he stepped down from his role to deal with medical matters presently affecting his nuclear family.
    • The statement read, “On Friday, I submitted a memo to the Chief of Staff to the President informing my office that I am proceeding on an indefinite leave of absence to frontally deal with medical matters presently affecting my immediate nuclear family.
    “While I fully appreciate that the ship of state waits for no man, this agonizing decision — entailing a pause of my functions as the Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity and Official Spokesperson of the President, Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action, and Chairman, Presidential Steering Committee on Project Evergreen — was taken after significant consultations with my family over the past several days as a vexatious medical situation has worsened at home.
    “I look forward to returning to full-time national service when time, healing, and fate permit. I respectfully ask for some privacy for my family and me during this time.”
  • ICPC denies arresting, merely invited Chris Ngige for questioning

    ICPC denies arresting, merely invited Chris Ngige for questioning

    Hibernating, but not forgotten, former Minister of Labour, Dr. Chris Ngige has fallen into the dragnet of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).
    But Mr. Ademola Bakare, the spokesperson of the commission insists
    Ngige was merely invited for questioning concerning certain activities that took place during his tenure as minister.
    In a telephone call to Africa Independent Television, Bakare explained that the former Labour minister was not detained but was questioned and subsequently allowed to leave.
    He added that Ngige was instructed to return on a specified date for further interrogation.
    “The former Labour minister, Chris Ngige, was not arrested. He was invited for questioning related to his previous ministry’s activities. After the questioning, he was permitted to leave and asked to report back for further investigation,” Bakare stated.
    The ICPC spokesperson urged the public to disregard the social media reports suggesting an arrest.
    He also advised journalists to verify their information before publishing to avoid contributing to the spread of false information.
    Bakare’s comments come amid a flurry of social media activity, with some users suggesting that Ngige’s purported arrest was linked to ongoing investigations into corruption.
  • Public Outcry: Lawmakers demand immediate reversal to old petrol pump price

    Public Outcry: Lawmakers demand immediate reversal to old petrol pump price

    The House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Upstream) has called on the Federal Government and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd. (NNPCL) to reverse the recent hike in petrol prices.
    The committee’s chairman, Rep. Alhassan Ado-Doguwa, described the increase as “unacceptable” and urged immediate action to alleviate the burden on Nigerians.
    “We urge the Federal Government and, of course, the NNPCL to consider the plight of Nigerians and suspend this recent increase in pump price,” Doguwa said in a statement.
    The committee highlighted the difficulties faced by citizens and criticised private companies for exploiting system gaps to generate profits at the expense of the populace.
    Doguwa stressed the need for a return to the old petrol price and encouraged broader stakeholder engagement to address the issue.
    Doguwa, who also chairs the Special Committee on Crude Oil Theft and Vandalisation, outlined plans to collaborate with security agencies to curb oil theft, which threatens the nation’s fuel supply.
    “A return to the old pump price will calm frayed nerves, enabling Nigerians to go about their daily activities with ease,” he added.
    He advised Nigerians to support President Bola Tinubu’s administration as it seeks to revitalise the oil and gas sector, including the ongoing efforts to rehabilitate the Warri and Port Harcourt refineries.
  • Menace of Boko Haram: Hunger Looms – Sen Ndume

    Menace of Boko Haram: Hunger Looms – Sen Ndume

    The Senator representing Borno South, Mohammed Ali Ndume, has raised the alarm saying, members of the Boko Haram terrorist group have resulted to looting immature crops of farmers in the state without any confrontation from security agencies.
    Senator Ali Ndume, a former Senate Committee Chairman on Army, said the trend if allowed to continue would lead to severe hunger for the communities and the nation.
    Ndume, in a statement on Thursday, appealed to security operatives to intensify actions to clear Boko Haram terrorist group still camped in the Sambisa Forest.
    He explained that the insurgents posed serious economic setbacks to the liberated communities and farmers.
    Senator Ndume said, “Sincerely, the renewed pockets of attacks recently perpetrated by insurgents have posed serious economic setbacks to our resilient farmers who were newly resettled in liberated communities of Ngoshe, Kirawa, Warabe, Wala, Pulka, and even Gwoza town, the council headquarters.
    “This is because the terrorists resorted to looting of their immature crops without confrontation.”
    He further revealed that Sambisa Forest and Mandara Mountains bordering Cameroon and Nigeria remain hideouts of the terrorists.
    “I want to use this medium to appeal to the military and other security agencies to intensify efforts aimed at clearing remnants of terrorists still hibernating in Sambisa Forest and parts of Mandara Mountains bordering Cameroon Republic and Nigeria,” he added.
  • Army arrests suspected killer of FUNAAB student kidnapped in Lagos

    Army arrests suspected killer of FUNAAB student kidnapped in Lagos

    The Nigerian Army has confirmed the arrest of one Adeleye Ayomide, as the suspect responsible for the death of a 300-level student of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Idowu Christiana.
    The deceased was abducted by suspected kidnappers along the Ikorodu-Yaba Road, Lagos State, on Monday, August 19, 2024.
    A family source who spoke with PUNCH Metro on condition of anonymity earlier disclosed that the abductors initially demanded a ransom of N3 million before they could release the student.
    However, after several pleas, the abductors accepted N350,000 which was sent to their account but they refused to free the kidnapped student.
    When contacted on Thursday, the spokesperson, 81 Division Nigerian Army, Lt-Col. Olabisi Ayeni confirmed Ayomide’s arrest via a telephone interview with our correspondent.
    Ayeni said the suspect was arrested by men of the 174 Battalion, saying, “Yes. I am aware about the issue. We arrested him and the 9 Brigade Nigerian Army will be handing him over to the Lagos State Police Command today, so you can liaise with them for further information.”
    Confirming this, the spokesperson, Lagos State Police Command, Benjamin Hundeyin, wrote on his X handle Thursday, “23-year-old Ayomide Adeleye has been handed over to #LagosPoliceNG by 9 Brigade #HQNigerianArmy. The handover took place today, September 5, 2024, at about 1400hrs. Investigation is ongoing.”
    Also, on Thursday, the Student Union Government president of FUNAAB, Ibrahim Adeyemi, confirmed Christiana’s death to one of our correspondents in a telephone conversation, saying, “The union can confirm that she was reportedly killed by her abductor. We will be addressing the matter soon.”
    Christiana’s death has continued to attract reactions from concerned Nigerians, especially users of the social media platform, X (formerly Twitter).
    Checks on X by our correspondent revealed that some users had pointed accusing fingers at Ayomide for Christiana’s death.
    The hashtag #JusticeForChristiana is one of the top trends on Nigeria’s X domain, with over 90,000 posts as of the time of filing this report.
    An X user, Tommy, tweeting as #Tommyjr277, in early Thursday, stated, “Our friend, Christiana is dead, a Funaabite; was abducted by this Ayomide, a student of Philosophy in OOU, Ogun State. We want justice for our friend. The suspect is reportedly at 174 Battalion in Ikorodu. We demand justice. He must face the wrath of the law.”
    One tweep, Man of Letters, with the username #Letter_to_Jack, tweeted on Wednesday night, affirming that the suspect was held at the 174 Battalion of the Nigerian Army in Ikorodu, Lagos State.
    He also noted that Ayomide confessed to the deceased’s father and the military operatives to have killed and buried the victim, according to “detailed reports from trusted sources.”
    His tweets, among others, read, “Armed by this information, operatives began investigation into the suspect whom they observed to have a mutual relationship with Christiana Idowu, especially judging by Instagram posts as they both commented on each other’s pages. With all these information at hand, the operatives began to track down his cell phone activities and text messages.
    “The cell phone tracking led them to his parent’s house, somewhere in Ikorodu. Operatives then got confirmation of his presence in the building through active tracking of his mobile device. Immediately, gallant personnel of the Nigerian Army 174bn swooped in on the suspect to conduct an arrest. After the arrest, damning evidence were seen with the suspect and this includes the victim blue ITEL A56 with IMEI:35230**.”
  • EFCC Chairman, Olukoyede Risks Jail Term For Failing To Comply With Court Order

    EFCC Chairman, Olukoyede Risks Jail Term For Failing To Comply With Court Order

    A Federal High Court sitting in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, says the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Olukoyede risks imprisonment over his alleged refusal to comply with its ruling.
    The court stated that the EFCC boss failed to comply with its verdict in a suit filed against the Commission by the Bliss Multinational Perfection and Arch Oyinmiebi Bribena, the Chief Executive Officer of Baraza Multipurpose Cooperative Society Limited.
    Justice Isa H. Dashen in his judgment in suit number FHC/YNG/CS/125/2022, had perpetually restrained the EFCC from seizing properties belonging to Bliss Multinational Perfections Limited and Bribena, which are clearly not proceeds of crime.
    Also, Justice Dashen declared the seizure and sealing of properties belonging to Bliss Multinational Perfections Limited and Bribena by the EFCC as unlawful.
    The court further described as unlawful the instructions given to Bribena’s bankers by the EFCC to place a post-no-debt lien or freeze his accounts.
    The EFCC was also perpetually restrained from “inviting, harassing, arresting, detaining, threatening to arrest, or detaining the plaintiffs as a result of the civil dispute between Baraza Multipurpose Co-operative Society Limited and its members, or on matters arising from the registered business objects of the co-operative society.”
    The sum of ₦10,000,000 was awarded as exemplary damages against the EFCC for the unlawful seizure and attachment of properties belonging to Bliss Multinational and Bribena.
    However, the plaintiff has alleged that, in disobedience of the Court order, the Port Harcourt zonal office of the EFCC engaged an estate valuer to value and rent out properties belonging to Bliss Multinational Perfection Limited and Arch Oyinmiebi Bribena.
    Sequel to the development, the court, in a “Notice of Consequences of Disobedience to Court Order” addressed to Olukoyede, noted that “unless you obey the direction contained in this order, you will be guilty of contempt of court and will be liable to be committed to prison.”
    This notice comes after the EFCC Port Harcourt Zonal Office engaged an estate valuer to value and rent out properties belonging to Bliss Multinational Perfections Limited and Arch. Oyinmiebi Bribena, The CEO of Baraza Multipurpose Cooperative Society Limited.