sammyinfotechs: July 2018

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Nigeria loses two continental slots

CAF has given Nigeria one slot each in the Champions League and Confederation Cup in the 2019 season after the country’s clubs’ poor showing on the continent.

In a letter by its Deputy General Secretary Anthony Baffoe on Monday, CAF listed the 12 countries that would present two representatives each for the two continental club competitions. The list excluded Nigeria.

Consequently, the winners of the Premier League in 2018 and the winners of the Aiteo Cup will be the country’s representatives in the two competitions.

According to the CAF letter, Tunisia, Egypt, Morocco, DR Congo, Algeria, South Africa, Sudan, Zambia, Libya, Cameroon, Ivory Coast and Mozambique will present two clubs each for the two competitions next season.

Nigeria steadily dropped down the rankings in the last five years after the country’s clubs failed to perform well in the continental competitions.

Enyimba, who are still in the Confederation Cup, are the last Nigerian club to reach the group stage of the Champions League in 2016. Rivers United finished fourth in their group in the Confederation Cup in 2017 after dropping from the Champions League.

Meanwhile, some football stakeholders have lamented the loss of two continental representatives in the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup.

Former Enyimba coach Godfrey Esu and former Nigeria international Friday Ekpo told our correspondent that the situation had confirmed that the Nigerian league needed to be developed.

Esu said, “The development is sad because it has never been this worse – it shows that our domestic league winners cannot stand against the other champions from other countries. It shows that a lot is wrong with our league and we need to work seriously on many aspects of the league.

“Officiating, facilities, welfare and many other things need to be worked on to produce a league champion that can compete on the continent.” Ekpo said, “In the past, Nigerian clubs were feared on the continent. They went away and won and come home to beat you roundly. But this has not been the case, our clubs go away and lose and even struggle at home where they are supposed to have an advantage.

“This is an eye-opener to everyone that we should work on the league and return it to the pride of place it previously occupied.”

Focus on ICT’ll reduce Nigeria’s dependence on oil –Kupoluyi

The Managing Director, Universal Power Systems, Mr. Leye Kupoluyi, who is the Chairman, Specialised Exhibition Committee of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, speaks with IFE OGUNFUWA on the state of the information technology sector and the upcoming 2018 ICTEL Expo

There has been extensive use of technology in the financial services sector in the country. In your view, are people applying sufficient technology to improve the health services?

We are not applying enough technology, though we have started. In the financial sector, Nigeria has made some tremendous improvement more than other countries have not achieved. Other countries are actually reaching out to Nigerians on how to deploy technology in the financial services. Most of the software being used is developed in Nigeria.

At the ICTEL Expo, there will be local and foreign companies that will teach us how we can employ technology to improve the way we do things especially in e-commerce and fintech. We are also focusing on the health sector and agriculture. Some people don’t know we can use technology to improve food production. These are some of the things that will be revealed at the exhibition.

What is your assessment of the use of data in achieving efficient services in Nigeria? We have realised that we can’t do anything today without technology because it enhances everything we do. That is why technology is the new revolution. For example, what India is getting from technology is more than what Nigeria is getting from oil. The difference between a developed country and underdeveloped country is technology, not about oil. We know that for Nigeria, this is the way to go and that is why we are providing the platform for young people.

We are refocusing Nigeria’s source of revenue. For example, the ICT contributes 11 per cent to our Gross Domestic Product and the average in Africa is about 14 per cent. In other words, in terms of performance of the economy, what we have here is lesser than some other African countries. We should be able to move our ICT’s contribution to GDP from 11 per cent to 25 per cent in the next 10 years. When that happens, our dependence on oil will reduce.

What is the success story of the last ICTEL Expo? The LCCI thought that there is a new frontier of business that Nigeria needs to focus on. That is why four years ago, we took that decision to provide a platform for people in the telecommunication space. The response has been great. The last three editions were opened by the minister of communications, and attended by the business community, network and Internet providers, software and hardware manufacturers. More importantly, it is a gathering of youths who will come together and learn and contribute. Four ministers will attend this expo – the ministers of communication, agriculture, education, and science and technology.

The theme of this year’s expo is ‘Developing efficiency and competitiveness in the digital age’. What is the reason for this theme? If we are not competitive and effective, definitely we cannot expect growth. We are focusing on how Nigeria’s information technology experts can develop indigenous products. The whole world is a global village. When the IT products are developed in Nigeria, it is not for Nigeria alone. We have to compete with other products developed all over the world. We have to look at how competitive and effective we are in that space. There are some local firms that are taking their services all over the world. Vodacom and other companies are using technology to accomplish a lot in the health sector.

Monday, July 23, 2018

Unizik students protest colleague’s death, blame varsity for tragedy

Scores of students of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, on Monday took to the streets to protest the death of a final year Microbiology student, Francis Madubuobi, who slumped and died on Saturday while playing basketball.

The protesting students claimed that the medical personnel at the university’s medical centre did not do enough to save Francis’ life when he was taken there .

But the Director of Information of the university, Dr. Emmanuel Ojukwu, said the deceased was brought in without a pulse.

Ojukwu said Francis was taken to Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu Teaching Hospital, Amaku, where he was confirmed dead.

An eyewitness, who spoke to our correspondent on the condition of anonymity, said he was among the students that rushed the deceased to the medical centre. He said that the medical personnel they met at the centre had asked them to pray for Francis, instead of treating him immediately on arrival.

But another student, who also witnessed the sad event, said, “I was inside the ambulance holding Francis’ foot. It was damn cold and his eyes were open. I was scared. I knew only a miracle could save him, since he had no pulse. On getting to Amaku, the doctors saw that it was already too late.

The protesters claimed that it was the second time that a student had died in similar circumstances at the university’s medical centre.

The students vowed to continue the protest until the management of the university addressed the situation and made a commitment to the issue.

But, in a press statement made available to journalists in Awka, the university authorities insisted that Francis had died before he was brought to the university’s clinic.

The statement read,” The Management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka has received with great shock the painful and sudden demise of one of our students, Francis Chinedu Mmadubuobi, a 400 level student of the Department of Applied Microbiology and Brewing.

“The deceased slumped while playing basketball with his friends on Saturday July 21, 2018.

“The deceased was quickly rushed to the University medical Centre but had no pulse upon examination. This means that he had died before being brought to the University Medical Centre.”

Wednesday, July 4, 2018

VACANCY PAGE

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR VARIOUS ENGINEERING POSITIONS

Phase3 Telecom is West Africa’s largest independent fibre optic infrastructure and telecommunications services provider. With coverage of 6000km and counting, the company is licensed to run its network on Nigeria’s power infrastructure with expansion into the ECOWAS region using its unique Right of Way (RoW). Phase3 is headquartered in Abuja and currently drives a fast growing efficient, affordable and reliable backbone that service many of the region’s largest telecommunications operators, internet service providers (ISPs), government institutions, schools, universities, multinationals, corporate organizations, small businesses, hospitals and residences; in Nigeria and West Africa sub-region. Phase3’s service offerings cover transmission, broadband and convergence.

JOB TITLE: NETWORK OPERATING CENTRE (NOC) MANAGER - ABUJA

We are seeking a candidate to fill the role of Network Operating Centre (NOC) manager at the company’s head office in Abuja. This role is fundamental to the success of the company, as it involves the direct management and supervision of its entire data centre; network, servers and any telecommunication equipment in the NOC.

ROLE SUMMARY

The NOC manager oversees the NOC operations, ensuring that system requirements are properly implemented and procedures are routinely followed. Field engineers and other technical teams rely on the NOC for information and troubleshooting during downtimes. Therefore, the NOC manager will interface with both internal, and external customers, as he bridges the gap between the clients, and the engineers working behind the scene.

Our clients are the leading players in the Nigerian telecommunication industry; hence an ideal candidate must possess strong analytical skills to provide robust but adaptable solutions to meet client needs, and make possible recommendations for changes in line with current, and future industry related requirements.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Include but not limited to:

Leading the monitoring of operations of the NMS(s)/NOC 24/7; utilizing best practice operational processes with the aim of achieving service assurance and optimal customer experience.
Ensure proper analysis of network alarms to enable clear interpretation of issues.
Supervise the constant documentation of provisioned links in the database.
Coordinate the generation of network availability and performance on daily/weekly/monthly basis.
Ensure reconciliation of Service Level Agreement (SLA) indices with customers.
Ensure trouble tickets are generated with details whenever there is an incident on the network.
Escalation of incident to field team and necessary stakeholders immediately an outage occurs.
Responsible for coordinating and sending out mails to clients.
Responsible for the efficient management of customer complaints and escalation as may be appropriate.
Manage communication with field support engineers and other third party stakeholders on the SLA/KPI fulfillment.
Monitor and ultimately ensure service restoration in concordance with terms of SLA on services.
Foster relationships with various departments within Phase3; build customer trust by constant engagement and support, manage downtimes and negotiate conflicts (with a technical focus)

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

Degree in Electrical Engineering /Telecommunication/Computer science /Computer Engineering or equivalent.
Minimum of seven years experience with at least three of these spent managing a NOC in a medium to large sized organization.
Experience as a team lead.

KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

Significant proven experience in a similar role with an ISP or telecom organization.
Knowledge of network performance/configuration parameters and their interpretation and use.
Strong customer relationship management skills.
Ability to manage and lead a team.
Dynamic and creative as well as able to assimilate quickly and act decisively.
Professional and positive work approach.
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills that are comprehensible for a varied audience.

JOB TITLE: NETWORK OPERATING CENTRE (NOC) ENGINEERS - ABUJA

We are seeking a candidate to fill the role of Network Operating Centre (NOC) Engineer at the Company’s head office. This is an integral role within the company; which involves direct monitoring and management of network, servers and any telecommunication equipment in the data centre.

ROLE SUMMARY

The NOC Engineer is to ensure maximum service availability and performance; to provision customer network services on core equipment and; to provide support services for engineering and other technical teams. The role of the NOC engineer is pivotal as it oversees network surveillance and incident management activities which are at the core of our business.

Our clients are the leading players in the Nigerian telecommunication industry; hence an ideal candidate must possess high-level technical capabilities to function within the industry. Candidate must be able to prioritize remediation in a 24/7 environment with critical uptime requirements.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Include but not limited to:

Responsible for the monitoring of operations of the NMS(s)/NOC 24/7.
Ensure proper analysis of the network alarms to enable clear interpretation.
Ensure constant documentation of provisioned links in the database.
Coordinate the generation of network availability and performance on daily/weekly/monthly basis.
Ensure trouble ticket is generated with details whenever there is an incident on the network.
Escalation of incident to Field Team/NOC Manager immediately an outage occurs.
Have knowledge of the transmission equipment/data network (SDH/DWDM/ROUTING) technology.
Work with the support engineers in restoring network issues promptly.
Responsible in the coordination of mails with the NOC manager before sending out to clients.
Responsible for the efficient management of customer complaints and escalation as may be appropriate.
Perform any other task as designated by the NOC manager. EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

Degree in Electrical Engineering /Telecommunication/Computer science /Computer Engineering or equivalent.
Minimum two years relevant experience

KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

Good knowledge of network performance/configuration parameters and their interpretation and use.
Team player, and able to also work with own initiative
Strong Customer Relationship Management Skills.
Dynamic and Creative; Ability to assimilate quickly and act decisively.
Professional and Positive Approach
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Result oriented, able to work independently and under pressure
Open minded approach to solving problems and dealing with new challenges.

JOB TITLE: NETWORK OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE (NOM) TECHNICIAN - KANO

We are seeking a candidate to fill the role of NOM Technician at the Company’s Point of Presence (PoP) in Kano. The position holder is responsible for providing technical on-site support for fault resolutions.

ROLE SUMMARY

The NOM Technician is to undertake monitoring and maintenance of all the Company’s equipment, fibre optic network in the Kano region. Perform routine maintenance, ensure excellent remote support for NOC operations and respond to technical queries emanating from the HQ. This role will ensure high customer satisfaction through proactive maintenance of connectivity in the region.

Our clients are the leading players in the Nigerian Telecommunication industry; hence Candidate must possess high-level technical knowhow sufficiently to function within the industry.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Include but not limited to:

Ensure effective management of all active network equipment, analyze equipment’s current card performance and be responsible for technical running of the entire pop.
Perform routine preventive maintenance (RPM), corrective maintenance (CM) and carryout long-haul route survey on existing aerial optic fiber and other transmission paths.
Ensure that all aspects of the network operations run smoothly, maintain end-to-end interconnectivity with immediate remote pops for stable network availability.
Resolve emergency network failure with deepness in the usage of OTDR for fault troubleshooting especially on aerial fiber transmission path.
Carryout installations and maintenance of network equipment (e.g. DWDM/SDH/Inverter/Rectifier).
Ensure temporary restoration of network in critical situation/difficult terrain. Plan permanent restoration and manage OFC stringing, tensioning and perform splicing. Also, provide quick resolution basics to reduce MTTR.
Provide remote support for the NOC operations and other technical request from HQ. As well as information and guidance to other team members.
Responsible for the efficient operation and performance of all clients’ aggregated circuits through nodes and maintain cordial technical relationship with clients at all times.
Transmit detailed daily technical report of maintenance operations and network performance to NOM Supervisor.
Responsible for new circuit/client’s integration and involvement in field rollout and deployments.
Maintain technical spare management scheme and keep reconciliatory inventory of the PoP.
Perform any other task as designated by supervisor.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

OND or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or other related courses
A degree is an added advantage
Minimum of three years relevant experience

KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

Good knowledge of network performance/configuration parameters and their interpretation and use.
Detail oriented with good analytical leanings
Dynamic, creative, able to take initiative and act decisively
Strong Relationship Management Skills.
Professional and Positive attitude to work
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Result oriented, able to work independently and amidst pressure

Possessing an open minded approach to solving problems and dealing with new challenges

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Candidates who meet the stated requirements should forward CV of not more than three (3) pages in Microsoft Word or PDF, saved with candidate’s name to vacancies@phase3telecom.com. Position applied for should be the subject of the email.

Applications not sent in line with stated guidelines will be disregarded.

We value all applicants but due to the large volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to applications which meet the minimum requirement.

DEADLINE

The closing date for submission is July 13, 2018

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Microsoft to release tablet that folds up to fit in your pocket

Microsoft is developing a Surface tablet that can fold up to fit in a pocket. Codenamed Andromeda, the secretive project is described internally as ‘new and disruptive’, according to documents obtained by The Verge.

Although it is still under development, it is believed to have a wraparound display that bridges the gap of the hinge when it’s fully opened.

Internal documents show that Microsoft may be prepping a trio devices, as suggested by the secretive codenames ‘Andromeda’, ‘Carmel’ and ‘Libra,’ according to Thurrott.com

‘It’s a new pocketable Surface device form factor that brings together innovative new hardware and software experiences to create a truly personal and versatile computing experience,’ is how Microsoft describes the device internally.

Prototype devices include styluses and notepad-like apps to capture notes. Microsoft hopes the device could help make up for its disastrous attempts to create a mobile phone.

‘It will blur the lines between mobile and stationary computing,’ reads one internal document describing the device.

It is believed the first devices could be released this year, and the firm plans to license the design to other manufacturers as well.

Internal documents earlier this month reveal that the tech giant may be prepping a trio devices, as suggested by the secretive codenamed ‘Andromeda’, ‘Carmel’ and ‘Libra,’ according to Thurrott.com, which first spotted the documents.

Microsoft has filed patents for a pocketable, dual-screen, handheld device in the past, which many believe could be Andromeda.

Rumors have been swirling for months that Microsoft has been eyeing a complete refresh of its Surface lineup.

However, the firm could abandon the device at any point.

It previously developed a ‘Surface Mini’ that was abandoned just weeks before launch.

Surface boss Panos Panay previously confirmed the existence of a Surface Mini to Wired, describing the canceled device as ‘awesome’ and ‘like a Moleskine.’ Microsoft also confirmed its decision not to ship a Surface device in a ‘new form factor’ in its fourth-quarter earnings last year.

Both Andromeda and Libra could hit the shelves as soon as this year, while Carmel is more likely to be released in 2019 or later.

Andromeda was mentioned in the internal documents as having a release date of 2018, Thurrot noted.

A patent published in April showed off a device with a foldable display, or a ‘digital pocket notebook’ that’s capable of fitting in a user’s hands.

According to Thurrot, Microsoft may want Andromeda to serve as a personal computer and that it could take the shape of a Surface Phone.

A patent published in April showed off a device with a foldable display, or a ‘digital pocket notebook’ that’s capable of fitting in a user’s hands. This is rumoured to be ‘Andromeda’

Nursing mother bags 3 weeks imprisonment for stealing

A Magistrates’ Court sitting in Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti, on Wednesday sentenced a 35-year-old nursing mother, Bunmi Salau, to three weeks imprisonment for stealing a bra, mobile phone and N12,000 cash. The convict, who has an eight-month-old baby, pleaded guilty to a three-count charge of unlawful entry, theft and attempt to escape from police custody. Salau had pleaded with the court for leniency, saying she could not explain the reason for her action. The convict, who was not represented by a counsel, also pleaded that there was nobody to take care of her two little children. Delivering judgment, the Magistrate, Mrs Francisca Olaiye, sentenced the mother of two to three weeks imprisonment with an option of N1,000 fine. Olaiye also warned her to be of good behaviour. The prosecutor, Sgt. Adeniyi Famodimu, had told the court that the accused on June 19 at about 6 pm in Oye-Ekiti unlawfully entered the house occupied by one Imisioluwa Adetula, Toyin Ayeni and Rachael Fajana without their consent and stole their property. Some of the stolen items, according to the complainants, included a flashlight, one purse containing voter card, one trouser, one mobile phone and an ATM card. The prosecutor told the court that the convict on the same day jumped over the fence of the police station after her arrest. She was, however, later rearrested. He said the offence contravened Sections 383, 390 (9) and 135 of the Criminal Code, Vol. 1, Cap C16, Laws of Ekiti, 2012. The prosecutor also prayed the court for the release of the recovered items to the original owners, a plea which was granted. (NAN)

England eliminate Colombia from World Cup in penalty shootout

By Alexander Macrae • last updated: 03/07/2018

Now Reading: England eliminate Colombia from World Cup in penalty shootout

Harry Kane reacts after scoring a penalty against Colombia.

England will face Sweden in the World Cup quarter final after a thrilling penalty shoot-out victory over Colombia.

Eric Dier scored the decisive penalty as England defeated Colombia 4-3 in the penalty shoot-out. England probably deserved to win the game after 90 minutes as they had more chances and more of the ball.
The opening goal came in the second half after Harry Kane was hauled to the ground in the area at a corner. Kane himself took the penalty and fired straight down the middle as Ospina dived to his right. England could have scored more but as Colombia chased the game and pushed forward more and more, they got their reward in the fourth minute of added time as Yerry Mina headed a corner home.
Extra time didn't produce any chances so it went to penalties and when Jordan Pickford saved Carlos Bacca's penalty Eric Dier was given the chance to win it for England and though David Ospina went the right way, he couldn't keep it out.

Five things to take away from England v Colombia

England win a penalty shootout

England's football history is littered with penalty misery, before today they had lost all three penalty shoutouts they had taken part in at World Cups. They have now won their first ever World Cup penalty shootout and they did it in dramatic fashion. It's fair to say that England fans will not be forgetting that in a hurry!

We’ll arrest leadership of Miyetti Allah if… — Military

We’ll arrest leadership of Miyetti Allah if… —

Military On July 4, 20188:03 amIn News, Trending70 Comments Army By Peter Duru Makurdi—Acting Director Defence Information, Brig.-Gen. John Agim, has stated that the military will arrest the leadership of Miyetti Allah and their sponsors if ongoing investigations by the military established that they had a hand in the bloodbath in Benue State. Agim, who made this known, yesterday, in Makurdi, was reacting to allegation by the leadership of Miyetti Allah that its members and cows were killed by the military in Nasarawa State. He said the military had commenced investigations into the complicity of the group in last week’s killing of two soldiers and injuring of five others attached to Operation Whirl Stroke, OPWS, a military spike operation, to end herdsmen incursions and armed banditry in Benue, Taraba and Nasarawa states. Agim said: “I want you to understand that in our operations in other states, especially in the far north, we discovered that in such areas, Miyetti Allah had been suffering issues of cattle rustling. We arrested rustlers with their cows and we returned same in hundreds to them. “We are even shocked that Miyetti Allah, that is supposed to be a lawful association, is claiming that their members were killed. That is why we said that investigation is ongoing and if it is discovered that Miyetti Allah or any group is involved, they will not go scot-free. “A lot of people have been posing the question to us on why we have not arrested them (Miyetti Allah). If you listen to them complain, you will know that they also have issues. “But the issue is that no one, no matter whatever wrong he feels he had been subjected, the law of the land does not allow you to take up arms against other people, and that is what we stand for. Denies killing 6 herders, 150 cattle “So on the allegation by the chairman of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association, MACBAN, Mohammed Hussein, that OPWS killed six herdsmen and 150 cows, I wish to make it clear that the Special Forces troops of OPWS did not kill herdsmen or cows as claimed by the MACBAN chairman in Lafia. It is completely false and unfounded. “The truth of the matter is that on June 26, 2018, at about 6 am, some troops of OPWS carried out a cordon and search operation at a suspected herdsmen militia camp at Barkin Kota village in Keana Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. Confirms killing of 2, injuring of 5 military personnel “After the initial success of the operation, the militia elements reorganised and attacked our team, killing two soldiers and injuring five personnel, including the Officer Commanding, who led the operation. “Following this incidence, some troops of OPWS were mobilised for reinforcement. In the fire fight that ensued, some of the militia must have sustained some casualties as we were able to extricate our men that were injured. Arrests 46 suspects, recovers 27 weapons,1,060 ammunition “In the course of the fighting, OPWS troops recovered one AK-47rifle fitted with magazine, two locally made guns, one pistol, one axe and 800 rounds of 7.62mm special. This was the criminal group that our troops were able to destroy their camp. “So, for the chairman of Nasarawa State chapter of MACBAN to identify and associate them as members of his association begs for questions and answers. “While the military is not in a hurry to link MACBAN to this militia, investigation has begun to unravel those behind the death of our men. The military is ready to take down those who are responsible alongside their sponsors, no matter how highly placed.

Breaking: FG still trying to find out Nigeria’s actual PMS consumption

We’ll arrest leadership of Miyetti Allah if… — Military On July 4, 20188:03 amIn News, Trending70 Comments Army By Peter Duru Makurdi—Acting Director Defence Information, Brig.-Gen. John Agim, has stated that the military will arrest the leadership of Miyetti Allah and their sponsors if ongoing investigations by the military established that they had a hand in the bloodbath in Benue State. Agim, who made this known, yesterday, in Makurdi, was reacting to allegation by the leadership of Miyetti Allah that its members and cows were killed by the military in Nasarawa State. He said the military had commenced investigations into the complicity of the group in last week’s killing of two soldiers and injuring of five others attached to Operation Whirl Stroke, OPWS, a military spike operation, to end herdsmen incursions and armed banditry in Benue, Taraba and Nasarawa states. Agim said: “I want you to understand that in our operations in other states, especially in the far north, we discovered that in such areas, Miyetti Allah had been suffering issues of cattle rustling. We arrested rustlers with their cows and we returned same in hundreds to them. “We are even shocked that Miyetti Allah, that is supposed to be a lawful association, is claiming that their members were killed. That is why we said that investigation is ongoing and if it is discovered that Miyetti Allah or any group is involved, they will not go scot-free. “A lot of people have been posing the question to us on why we have not arrested them (Miyetti Allah). If you listen to them complain, you will know that they also have issues. “But the issue is that no one, no matter whatever wrong he feels he had been subjected, the law of the land does not allow you to take up arms against other people, and that is what we stand for. Denies killing 6 herders, 150 cattle “So on the allegation by the chairman of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association, MACBAN, Mohammed Hussein, that OPWS killed six herdsmen and 150 cows, I wish to make it clear that the Special Forces troops of OPWS did not kill herdsmen or cows as claimed by the MACBAN chairman in Lafia. It is completely false and unfounded. “The truth of the matter is that on June 26, 2018, at about 6 am, some troops of OPWS carried out a cordon and search operation at a suspected herdsmen militia camp at Barkin Kota village in Keana Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. Confirms killing of 2, injuring of 5 military personnel “After the initial success of the operation, the militia elements reorganised and attacked our team, killing two soldiers and injuring five personnel, including the Officer Commanding, who led the operation. “Following this incidence, some troops of OPWS were mobilised for reinforcement. In the fire fight that ensued, some of the militia must have sustained some casualties as we were able to extricate our men that were injured. Arrests 46 suspects, recovers 27 weapons,1,060 ammunition “In the course of the fighting, OPWS troops recovered one AK-47rifle fitted with magazine, two locally made guns, one pistol, one axe and 800 rounds of 7.62mm special. This was the criminal group that our troops were able to destroy their camp. “So, for the chairman of Nasarawa State chapter of MACBAN to identify and associate them as members of his association begs for questions and answers. “While the military is not in a hurry to link MACBAN to this militia, investigation has begun to unravel those behind the death of our men. The military is ready to take down those who are responsible alongside their sponsors, no matter how highly placed.”

Read more at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2018/07/well-arrest-leadership-miyetti-allah-military/

By Michael Eboh and Ediri Ejoh The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC, Wednesday, disclosed that Nigeria does not know its actual fuel consumption and has recently put machinery in motion to determine the actual volume of the commodity purchased by Nigerians on a daily basis. Fuel Scarcity at Ogba ijaiye Lagos.PHOTO;AKEEM SALAU Speaking at the ongoing Nigerian Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition in Abuja, Chief Operating Officer, Downstream of the NNPC, Mr. Henry Obih, stated that the mandate to determine actual consumption of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, also known as fuel, has been given by the National Executive Council to the NNPC, directing it to work with relevant agencies in this regard. Actual fuel consumption had been a controversial issues over the last couple of months, as the consumption figure is what determines the amount the NNPC deducts from its revenue before making remittances to the Federation Account, with the return of fuel subsidy, now known as under-recovery. The NNPC had put Nigeria’s fuel consumption at 65 million, blaming the sharp rise from about 35 million barrels per day, on rising cases of smuggling of the commodity as evidenced in the proliferation of petrol stations along the country’s borders. However, governors of the 36 states had faulted the 65 million litres per day consumption figures, stating that it was a ploy by the NNPC to cut down on its remittances to the Federation. ….Details later Related Fuel Subsidy: NNPC recorded N144.5bn under-recovery in 2017 Fuel Subsidy: NNPC recorded N144.5bn under-recovery in 2017 May 1, 2018 NNPC incurring N774m subsidy daily — Baru NNPC incurring N774m subsidy daily — Baru March 5, 2018 NNPC boosts fuel supply in Lagos, Abuja with 470 trucks NNPC boosts fuel supply in Lagos, Abuja with 470 trucks December 19, 2017 adekunle

Read more at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2018/07/breaking-fg-still-trying-to-find-out-nigerias-actual-pms-consumption-nnpc/

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Emmanuel Macron urges Nigerian youths to join politics

French President, Emmanuel Macron, has urged Nigerian youths to get involved with politics to change the narrative of the nation. Emmanuel Macron President Emmanuel Macron, 3rd right, at the Afrika Shrine, with Lagos State Governor Ambode Emmanuel Macron, while describing politics as important, said only Nigerians could change their image before the comity of nations. The French President, who was accompanied by Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State, gave the challenge during a visit to the Afrika Shrine in Ikeja, on Tuesday night at an event tagged “Celebrate African Culture.” Emmanuel Macron noted that the future of Africa and the task of making it great rested with Africans, saying that the youths have a crucial role to play. French President Emmanuel Macron (L) meets with a young boy who drew a portrait of him during a visit to the Afrika Shrine in Lagos on July 3, 2018. French President Emmanuel Macron has arrived in Abuja for a meeting with his Nigerian counterpart Muhammadu Buhari, in his latest attempt to forge closer ties with English-speaking Africa. / AFP PHOTO / “Africa needs a new generation of Africans to share the new narrative about Africa all over the world,” he said. According to Emmanuel Macron, politics is important because it is a tool to change the society. Macron described the Afrika Shrine as an iconic place of strength, music, culture and the late Fela as a politician who wanted a change for the society. “I am very happy to be here. Let me remind you that this place — shrine is a music place as well as politics which is needed to change the society. “So, I will say to the youths, politics is important, be involved,” he said. Emmanuel Macron also announced the launch of the 2020 African cultures season in France. He said the event would help create a unique face for African culture in Europe. Earlier, Gov. Ambode said the President’s visit was expected to signal the dawn of a new collaboration between France and Lagos State in the quest to make the state the culture and entertainment capital of Africa.

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Fench President, Emmanuel Macron, has urged Nigerian youths to get involved with politics

Fench President, Emmanuel Macron, has urged Nigerian youths to get involved with politics to change the narrative of the nation. Emmanuel Macron President Emmanuel Macron, 3rd right, at the Afrika Shrine, with Lagos State Governor Ambode Emmanuel Macron, while describing politics as important, said only Nigerians could change their image before the comity of nations. The French President, who was accompanied by Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State, gave the challenge during a visit to the Afrika Shrine in Ikeja, on Tuesday night at an event tagged “Celebrate African Culture.” Emmanuel Macron noted that the future of Africa and the task of making it great rested with Africans, saying that the youths have a crucial role to play. French President Emmanuel Macron (L) meets with a young boy who drew a portrait of him during a visit to the Afrika Shrine in Lagos on July 3, 2018. French President Emmanuel Macron has arrived in Abuja for a meeting with his Nigerian counterpart Muhammadu Buhari, in his latest attempt to forge closer ties with English-speaking Africa. / AFP PHOTO / “Africa needs a new generation of Africans to share the new narrative about Africa all over the world,” he said. According to Emmanuel Macron, politics is important because it is a tool to change the society. Macron described the Afrika Shrine as an iconic place of strength, music, culture and the late Fela as a politician who wanted a change for the society. “I am very happy to be here. Let me remind you that this place — shrine is a music place as well as politics which is needed to change the society. “So, I will say to the youths, politics is important, be involved,” he said. Emmanuel Macron also announced the launch of the 2020 African cultures season in France. He said the event would help create a unique face for African culture in Europe. Earlier, Gov. Ambode said the President’s visit was expected to signal the dawn of a new collaboration between France and Lagos State in the quest to make the state the culture and entertainment capital of Africa.

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President Emmanuel Macron of France has arrived Abuja

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isiting President Emmanuel Macron of France and President Muhammadu Buhari during arrival formalities for the visitor who was at the head of a high-powered French delegation to Nigeria at the State House, Abuja. Photo by Abayomi Adeshida

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Visiting President Emmanuel Macron of France and President Muhammadu Buhari during arrival formalities for the visitor who was at the head of a high-powered French delegation to Nigeria at the State House, Abuja. Photo by Abayomi Adeshida President Emmanuel Macron was welcomed by President Muhammadu Buhari and others

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President Emmanuel Macron of France has arrived Abuja. Visiting President Emmanuel Macron of France and President Muhammadu Buhari during arrival formalities for the visitor who was at the head of a high-powered French delegation to Nigeria at the State House, Abuja. Photo by Abayomi Adeshida President Emmanuel Macron was welcomed by President Muhammadu Buhari and others Chief of Staff to the President, Mallam Abba Kyari; Governor Ibikunle Amosun of Ogun State; the visiting President Emmanuel Macron of France and President Muhammadu Buhari during arrival formalities for the visitor who was at the head of a high-powered French delegation to Nigeria at the State House, Abuja. Photo by Abayomi Adeshida SSA Foreign Affairs to the President, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa; Permanet Secretary State House, Mr. Jalal Arabi; SSA Media to the President, Mallam Garba Shehu; the visiting President Emmanuel Macron of France and President Muhammadu Buhari during arrival formalities for the visitor who was at the head of a high-powered French delegation to Nigeria at the State House, Abuja. Photo by Abayomi Adeshid

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President Emmanuel Macron of France has arrived Abuja.

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