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NDLEA destroys 5,000 litres codeine cough syrup

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December 22, 2021

NDLEA destroys 5,000 litres codeine cough syrup

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Tuesday, destroyed 5,000 litres of expired codeine cough syrup seized during various operations in Lagos.

This came as Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, stressed the need for collaboration from both the private and public sectors in the war against illicit drugs in Lagos, in particular, and Nigeria in general.

NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mijisola Adeyeye and Hamzat, represented by the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tunji Bello, witnessed the destruction of the expired cough syrups seized by the agency at the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) headquarters Alausa, Ikeja, during the official inspection and demonstration of the agency’s mini- effluent treatment plant (ETP) used in the destruction of expired codeine.

Adeyeye, who commended Lagos state government for putting up a standard ETP to mitigate against pollution of the environment, said the 250,000 litres was just part of over 2 million litres of codeine syrups seized from various operations by the agency.

According to her: “I wish we all recall that about three and half years (31/2) years ago that Nigeria suddenly found herself faced with scourge of abuse of codeine containing syrups by some of our youths. This abuse was as a result of consumption of codeine containing syrup against off the label use of the syrups.

“NAFDAC, as a responsible called for recall of the syrup and the exercise resulted in mopping up over two and a half million bottles of codeine containing syrup from all over Nigeria by the Agency’s Pharmacovigilance and Post-Marketing Surveillance Directorate.

“These were kept on hold at the respective pharmaceutical companies. After some settlement with the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Group of Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (PMGMAN), the codeine-containing syrup from all over Nigeria by the Agency’s Pharmacovigilance and Post-Marketing Surveillance Directorate.

“The next big task is taking a decision on how best to destroy this product. Three Directors of NAFDAC were put on this assignment.

“I wish to express my profound appreciation to Lagos Government for making the facility available for NAFDAC to use for this critical national assignment.”

Speaking, Sanwo-Olu, stressed the need for more collaboration with federal government and private organisations if the menace of drug abuse must be eradicated or be brought to barest minimum.

Askira Uba attack: Zulum donates N5.2m to victims’ families

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December 22, 2021

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Askira Uba attack: Zulum donates N5.2m to victims’ families

Borno state governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum has sent delegation to Kilangar community in Chan-Chan Dana District of Askira Uba LG to condole with victims of the Boko Haram attack in the area.

The delegation, led by the state Deputy Speaker and member representing Askira Uba LG, Hon Abdullahi Musa Askira, along with the Commissioner, Ministry of Reconstruction Rehabilitation and Resettlement, Engr Mustapha Gubio, were received by the Chairman Askira LG, Hon Ahmed Abdullahi Ahidjo with the Commanding Officer 155 Battalion Askira, Lt Col EA Ajayi, before proceeding to Kilangar community.

The team was received in Kilangar by the District Head of Chan-Chan Dana, Alhaji Abdullahi Adamu.

While narrating the incident, the royal father said 9 persons were killed, 3 hospitalised, 11 vehicles were burnt, with shops, blocks of classrooms and farm products destroyed or carted away.

Engr Abdullahi Askira while condoling with his community over the incidence confirmed that he received report that 9 persons were killed, 3 hospitalized, 11 vehicles burnt down, 3 were carted away with over 350 bags of farm products, 9 houses, 2 blocks of classrooms and 3 shops set ablaze and looted.

Engr Askira then handed over N500,000 cash each to the 9 deceased families and N250,000 to the 3 hospitalized victims.

Other members of the delegation were Hon Ali Bulama Yajiwa, representing Konduga LG, Hon Ali Bukar Zangeri, Special Adviser to the Governor on Special Duties, Hon Dogo M Shettima, Special Assistant on MRRR among others.

Senate quench planned override of Presidential Veto

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December 22, 2021

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Senate quench planned override of Presidential Veto

Contrary to threats made by some Senators on Tuesday to override President Muhammadu Buhari’s veto on the 2010 Electoral Act (Amendment Bill) Bill 2021, the Senate chickened out on the alleged plot at Wednesday plenary.

Senators George Sekibo, Mathew Urhoghide and some others who pleaded anonymity, had after Tuesday plenary at separate interviews granted journalists, threatened to see to override of Presidential veto on the bill.

But after about 40minutes closed door session, the Senate Wednesday made a face saving move by resolving to consult the House of Representatives and their constituents before taking any action on issues raised by President Buhari in the rejected bill.

Announcing resolutions taken at the closed door session, the President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, said, “The Senate in the closed session discussed how to respond to the letter from Mr. President on the electoral bill amendment.

“But provisions of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) does not permit the upper chamber to exclusively take any action on such matters in the absence of the House of Representatives, since the later has embarked on recess.

“The Senate consequently resolved to consult with the House of Representatives in January when both the Senate and House will be in session.

“Presently, the House of Reps has gone or recess and like we all know, the constitutional provision is for the Senate and House of Representatives to jointly take the appropriate action.

“The Senate also resolved to consult with our constituents during our recess in January.

“The Senate believes that our constituents have a role to play as the major stakeholders in the laws that we make in the National Assembly.”

President Buhari had on the bill in a letter dated December 13, 2021, explained that his decision to withhold assent to the electoral bill was informed by advice from relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies of government after a thorough review.

According to the President, signing the bill into law would have serious adverse legal, financial, economic and security consequences on the country, particularly in view of Nigeria’s peculiarities.

He added that it would also impact negatively on the rights of citizens to participate in the government as constitutionally ensured.

Naija Ratels rout Adamawa Queens in NWFL league clash

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December 22, 2021

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Naija Ratels rout Adamawa Queens in NWFL league clash

Naija Ratels football club of Abuja a while ago on Wednesday smashed visiting Adamawa Queens 5-2 in a Nigeria Women Football League (NWPL) clash.

Two goals each from Adugbe Olamide and Ezekiel Motunrayo, then a lone strike from Adesina Timinwu sealed another glorious league outing for the coach Bankole Olowokere tutored team.

Ijeoma Obi had put Adamawa girl ahead in the first half, before Chinyere George bagged another consolation for the away side.

Speaking shortly after the match, coach Olowokere praised his side for stepping up the game in the final half.

He said, “I don’t have any game plan to score mostly in second half. I only try to tell my players to be calm and focused. Again, our focus is to continue to take each match as it comes.”

On his part, Adamawa Queens Jacob Vandi attributed the loss to fatigue, adding, “I took charge of the team four days to the start of the current league campaign.”

The victory for Naija Ratels coincided with the wedding anniversary of its owner Barr. Paul Edeh.

Police promotes 2 AIGs, 6 CPs, 17 DCPs, 24 ACPs, 8166 others

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December 22, 2021

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Police promotes 2 AIGs, 6 CPs, 17 DCPs, 24 ACPs, 8166 others

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of two Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs) to the next rank of Deputy Inspectors-General (DIGs).

The Commission also approved the promotion of six Commissioners of Police (CPs) to the rank of AIGs as well as the elevation of 17 Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCP) to CPs.

A press statement by PSC Head, Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani, Tuesday in Abuja, disclosed that, “The Commission also approved the promotion of 24 Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs) to the next rank of DCPs; and 49 Chief Superintendents of Police (CSPs) to the rank of Assistant Commissioners.

“It also endorsed the elevation of 74 Superintendents of Police (SP) to CSPs and 866 Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) to SPs.”

Ani said, “The Commission took these decisions at its 13th plenary meeting in Abuja on Monday, December 20, and Tuesday, December 21, 2021, before it adjourned to January 2022 to continue with further deliberations.

“It also approved the confirmation of 7,166 ASP11 to ASP1 and considered 24 promotion appeals relating to adjustment in promotion dates, seniority among others.”

The Spokesperson named the two DIGs as Zaki M. Ahmed, and AJohnson Babatunde Kokumo, noring that while AIG Zaki was promoted to cover the vacant duty post that was created as a result of the retirement of DIG Tijjani Baba, AIG Kokumo would be filling the gap left by DIG David Oyebanji Folawiyo.

Similarly, CP Buba Sanusi in charge of Katsina state; CP Ndatsu Aliyu Mohammed of Anti Fraud, Force Headquarters Abuja; CP Bello Sani Dalijan of INEC; CP Sahabo Abubakar Yahaya of Yobe state; Akingbola Olatunji of Benue state; and Hakeem Odumosun of Lagos state; whose appeal for adjustment of promotion date was approved were promoted to AIGs.

Ani further stated that the commission considered some promotion appeals and approved the harmonization of promotion date and proper placement of 10 CSPs who were also promoted to ACPs including CSP Sunday Ogenyi, Andrew Ali, and Juliet Barasau.

OPINION: BORNO STATE A PLACE UNDER GOV ZULUM

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December 22, 2021

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OPINION: BORNO STATE A PLACE UNDER GOV ZULUM

Borno is a very lucky state having fought an 11year old bitter war ,went through a battery of other internal strides and yet has kept its head above the water, when other states have gone through lesser problems have been stranded.

As we click the glasses and toast to the survival of of borno after all it had gone through ,public discussion so far about the landmark achievements of the state within the two years stewardship of his excellency prof Babagana Umara Zullum have equally been very interesting .

In Borno state which strangle and struggle through a lot of menace from Boko Haram crisis, the story is that of the good ,the bad and the ugly .

The story is that of a state which limped, tottered and walked itself to a level which we are all now proud of .

We have no doubt faced barrages and crisis which shutdown our economics, stranded our people and nearly kneeled and cripple the state to its knees as we grow up but because we are one of the lost resilient and religiously organized people our state is on a verge of progress again in regarding to infrastructural developments and other social amenities.

A look at the level of our development will elicit the general satisfaction from all the sons and daughters of the state .

It’s not as if the story has been smooth all through.

The state has faced quite a lot of challenges, trials and tribulations along the way .

We have gone through rough times particularly as we fell victim of the one the world dangerous terrorist, we must however remain perpetually thankful to Allah for witnessing many millstone achievements within this two years , one of the happiest and gargantuan achievements is reconstruction of the areas affected by insurgency and successful resettlement of all the IDPs , it’s official that now the state is rid of IDP camps as the victims are happily back to their homes and begin their normal businesses .

The governor have been going dusk to dawn through the dunes and shores of the state no matter how deadliest it is ,it’s very interesting to note that peace is gradually regaining in the shores of the lake Chad .

The Borno state government under the leadership of our indefatigable governor prof Babagana Umara Zullum MNI which is busy consolidating on our democratic gains seems to be witnessing the encouraging signals of satisfaction so far from the people of the state .

I think I can described the achievements of the government so far as modest ,while other states are still grappling from absence of development . Here in Borno we are jointly savoring in an unprecedented infrastructural, educational and overall economic development.

The construction of the newly flyover set to be commissioned is one of the greatest millstone achievements that even the opposition have salute the governor on and the construction of the 17 mega schools so far across the state is also commendable.

The governor has his own errors and shortcomings just like any other human but his policies towards achieving a modern and successful Borno state can’t be denied to be standard.

I pray that peace shall reign forever in the state.

May Zulum succeed

Nazeer Muhammad Sani writes from Maiduguri, Borno.

NOPPMAN – Nigeria can generate $420m annually from onion export

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December 22, 2021

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NOPPMAN – Nigeria can generate $420m annually from onion export

The national president of the National Onion Producers, Processors And Marketers Association of Nigeria (NOPPMAN), Alhaji Aliyu Maitasamu Isah, has said Nigeria can generate $420 million annually from exportation of onion if there is value addition.

Speaking at the inauguration of the South-west geo-political zone executive of the association Monday, he said it can be made possible through the provision of enabling environment for the association in order to achieve its aims and goals in the area of contributing to the increment of Nigerian Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and creating job opportunities through effective and efficient onion production.

He said the NOPPMAN president, despite its commitment to boosting onion production in Nigeria, is facing challenges such as ” double conversion rate, shortage in production and high interest rate from the commercial banks.

“Some of the major challenges faced by the onion sub-sector include, double conversion rate, that is, the currencies of the countries that are importing our products are CFA and Cedis. But the window available for repatriation excludes these currencies,” he said.

Isah added that: “If we have to repatriate using the current window, we are going to incur losses arising from the conversion of these local currencies to dollar and then the subsequent conversion from the USD to Nigerian naira. This is a serious challenge when you consider the exchange rate at the parallel market.

“Some of the major challenges faced by the onion sub-sector include, double conversion rate, that is, the currencies of the countries that are importing our products are CFA and Cedis. But the window available for repatriation excludes these currencies,” he said.

Isah added that: “If we have to repatriate using the current window, we are going to incur losses arising from the conversion of these local currencies to dollar and then the subsequent conversion from the USD to Nigerian naira. This is a serious challenge when you consider the exchange rate at the parallel market.

He added that, “Shortage in production, Nigeria produces 1.4 million metric tons which fall short of its domestic demand of 2.5 million metric tons. This demand gap is largely occasioned by inability to access necessary farming inputs on a timely basis, post-harvest losses due to poor storage facility and inadequate processing plants due to lack of access to cheap credit facilities from government interventions.”

The NOPPMAN president stated further that ” the high interest rate from the commercial banks does a lot to discourage our members across the value chain. If this situation continues, with the increase in population and the fact that Nigeria export onions to other countries, this demand gap will continue to widen except there is quick and timely intervention by Lagos state government and the federal government by extension.”

Army, Navy, NAF promote 235 generals, others

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December 22, 2021

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Army, Navy, NAF promote 235 generals, others

The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) has announced the promotion of 235 officers to the ranks of one and two stars generals.

Daily Sun reports that the promotions were released after the sitting of the Army council, Navy council and the Air council respectively at the ministry of Defence with the minister Maj.-Gen Bashir Magashi (retd) presiding as chairman.

In the latest promotion, the Nigerian Army promoted 36 officers to the ranks of Major Generals from Brigadier Generals, while 76 Colonels were promoted to Brigadier Generals.

The Nigerian Navy promoted 21 Commodores to Rear Admirals and 36 Captains to Commodores, while the Nigerian Air force (NAF) promoted 29 new Air Vice Marshals from Air Commodores and 36 Group Captains to Air Commodores.

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Oladayo Amao has urged the newly promoted senior officers and Senior Non-Commissioned Officers (SNCOs) to see the elevation as an impetus to re-dedicate themselves towards effective and efficient service delivery.

NAF spokesperson Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet who stated this in a statement Wednesday, said the newly promoted senior officers will be decorated with their new ranks at a later date

According to the statement “the senior officers promoted to the rank of Air Vice Marshal include Air Cdres Precious Amadi, Nnamdi Ananaba, Abubakar Abdulkadir, Anthony Ndace, Usman Abdullahi, Eneobong Effiom, Iboro Etukudo, Abubakar Abdullahi, Sunday Aneke, Nnaemeka Ilo, Adeniyi Amesinlola, Ebimobo Ebiowe, Micheal Onyebashi, Emmanuel Shobande, Sayo Olatunde, Francis Edosa, Ahmed Shinkafi, Bashiru Mamman and Halim Adebowale. Others are Ahmed Bakari, Framah Batnah, Adeniran Ademuwagun, Lanre Oluwatoyin, Titus Dauda, Olufemi Ogunsina, Paul Masiyer, Nkem Aguiyi, Abidemi Marquis and Oluwafemi Ogunmola.

“Those promoted from the rank of Group Captain to Air Commodore are Gp Capts Chukwuedo Illoh, Bamidele Amuda, Samson Adelakun, Hadi Ahmed, Abiodun Oyekunle, Caleb Olayera, Idorenyin Bassey, Philip Kwasau, Mohammed Omar, Ayodele Akinbuwa, Emeng Imoke, Luqman Lawal, Shaibu Buhari and Ehimen Ejodame. Others include Mohammed Lawal, Idowu Ayo, Emmanuel Ola, Ewejide Akintunde, Elisha Bindul, Dogo Gani, Edmond Oluokun, Akeem Adebomehin, George Akinyimika, Mohammed Garba, Oladimeji Almaroof, Gowon Sule, Ifeanyi Azubuike, Hamisu Usman, Adebanjo Adeosun, Sabir Adeyanju and Halima Musa who is the only female officer on the list. The SNCOs granted concessional Commission to the rank of Flight Lieutenant include Air Warrant Officer Adole Abraham, Master Warrant Officers Liman Musa, Akinwale Olayinka, Akpabio Josephine, Nwojiji Okemini and Isa-Kaita Aminu. “

FG declares 3-day public holidays for Christmas, New Year

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December 22, 2021

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FG declares 3-day public holidays for Christmas, New Year

The federal government has declared December 27, 28, 2021 and January 3, 2022 as public holidays to mark Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day celebrations respectively.

Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, who announced this felicitated with Christians and all Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora on the Christmas and New Year celebrations.

He said peace and security are two critical conditions for economic development and prosperity.

Aregbesola charged Nigerians not to be lulled into a false sense of security on COVID-19 pandemic but to note that it is increasingly assuming a very dangerous and harmful dimension with the emergence of a virulent variant Omicron.

He enjoined Nigerians adhere strictly to, and observe all the stipulated non-pharmaceutical protocols and guidelines.

The Minister admonished citizens to remain focused, while expressing confidence that 2022 would be a better year.

He wished all Christians a happy Christmas and all Nigerians a peaceful and prosperous New Year celebration.

2021 Nigeria Volleyball PL: Kano Pillars, NSCDC are Champions

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December 22, 2021

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2021 Nigeria Volleyball PL: Kano Pillars, NSCDC are Champions

Kano Pillars and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have emerged champions in the men and women’s category respectively at the just concluded 2021 National Volleyball Premier League in Abuja.

They both emerged champions in the male and female categories of the league on Tuesday, after 10 days of superlative performance at the indoor sports hall, package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium. Abuja.

Kano Pillars (male) defeated Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in the titanic final battle 3-0 (32-30, 25-20, 22-25,), while NSCDC ladies retained their title after they defeated Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) 16-2, 25-19, 23-25, 22-25).

The Head Coach of Kano Pillars, Musa Babamusa, commended the players for giving their best during the Premier League.

He said, “We could not have made it without God and I also thank Ibrahim Galadima, the Executive Chairman, Kano State Sports Commission, who is the brain behind this victory today.

“Last year, we came second and I promised that 2021 will be our year and that’s what we witnessing right now.

“The easiest game I played is this final match against Civil defense and it has always been easy for Kano to beat civil defence, this is not the first time.”

On his part, the coach of NSCDC, Samuel Ajayi, said his team fought well.

He said, “Kudos to the Kano team that won the league. Kudos to them, they fought for it right from day one. We beat them in the first phase, they beat us now it’s not a big deal.

“They have emerged as the champion and definitely we will come in the next season to come and fight for the championship again,” he said.

While speaking after the match the President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Engineer Musa Nimrod, said the federation would unveil a new league sponsor, adding that scouts will be invited for the next season.

“The NVBF would soon announce a league sponsor for the league ahead of the new season, and also we have made arrangements that scouts would come to Nigeria next season, so that we can expose some of our best players to international clubs,” he said.

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