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Sports Minister Lauds Wrestling Team as Athletes Sweep Medals Again at African Senior Championship

Praises talent, dedication and patriotism of the contingent The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh lauded the Daniel Igali-led Nigerian Wrestling Federation following the exceptional performance of Nigerian athletes at the African Senior Wrestling Championship taking place in Alexandria, Egypt. The wrestlers have continued to showcase talents and determination, after securing a plethora of medals to continue their stellar form displayed at the African Games in Accr

Platform as a Service (PaaS): A Comprehensive Guide in 2024

In 2024, Platform as a Service (PaaS) has cemented its place as a crucial component of cloud computing, offering a comprehensive framework for developers to build, deploy, and manage applications

Nigerians React As Tinubu Meets Falana Over Fuel Subsidy Removal

Nigerians have reacted to the meeting between President Bola Tinubu and human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Saturday. Falana, who is the lawyer to the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and its affiliate unions, met with Tinubu on how best to handle the removal of fuel subsidy and how to ensure that the pain of Nigerians does not worsen. The senior lawyer also met with the President on the war against corruption, and how best to recover funds that have been s

Crypto markets uncomfortable as US specialists move forward with their industry-related crackdown

With a flurry of harsh administrative actions from US experts over the past few days, computerized money markets are uneasy. Paxos received a recommendation from the New York State Division of Monetary Administrations on Monday to stop issuing new Binance USD (or BUSD) stablecoins. The market is waiting to examine the particular SEC criteria for Paxos to see if such standards might serve as recommendations for other stablecoins, such as Dollar Coin (USDC) and tie (USDT).

Discover the Unique Qualities of Akita Shepherds as an Emotional Support Animal

The Akita Shepherd is a relatively large and powerful dog, known for its intelligence, loyalty, and protective instincts. This breed inherits the strong, muscular build of the Akita, along with the intelligence and training ability of the German Shepherd.

The Pluses and Minuses of Regulating Crypto as Gambling

In many jurisdictions, a recognition of volcoins as gambling would limit opportunities for public advertising. In 2021, ads for floki inu flooded London. "Missed Doge? Get Floki," the ads said, appealing to peoples’ base fears of missing out. However, the United Kingdom has a very strict code surrounding gambling advertisements. Had floki and other volcoins been properly categorized at the outset as betting games, then floki’s advertising campaign would have had to pass many more hurdles. Or tak

How PR companies uses campaigns as an advertising tool

Campaigns are used by businesses as a kind of advertising because they are a successful means of connecting with and interacting with their target market. A campaign is a planned set of marketing and advertising initiatives that are intended to accomplish a certain objective, such as raising brand awareness, supporting the launch of a new product, or boosting sales. Companies can use campaigns to spread a unified and consistent message using a variety of media, including social media, television

EKANEM ESSIEN: COMMITMENT TO SOCIAL JUSTICE REMAINS STRONG DESPITE NEW ROLE AS SSA DIGITAL MEDIA

ETTAH EMMANUEL O. Following my recent appointment as Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor of Cross River State, Sen. Prince Bassey Otu, it is essential to address various observations and concerns that have emerged. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to His Excellency for this significant opportunity and affirm my commitment to fulfilling this role with integrity for the advancement of our state. Prior to this appointment, I was recognized as a fervent advocate for social justice and the

National Para Games Closes with Pomp and Pageantry, as Bayelsa State Emerges Champs.

“Games has inspired a new era of inclusivity, empowerment, and recognition” The resounding success of the 2nd edition of the National Para Games culminated in an exhilarating and grand closing ceremony at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. The week-long celebration of talent, resilience, and sportsmanship concluded on December 14th, leaving an indelible mark on the landscape of para sports in Nigeria. The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, lauded the rema

BAYSIDE BAND CELEBRATES ( HER EXCELLENCY, BARR. ONARI DUKE AS SHE MARKS HER BIRTHDAY TODAY.

Dear Leader, On this special day, the entire management and members of Bayside Band extend our warmest birthday wishes to you. May your day be filled with joy, success, and good health. As you continue to lead and inspire us, may your path be blessed with abundant opportunities and achievements. Happy Birthday, and here's to another year of great accomplishments! May God grant you the wisdom to make sound decisions, the courage to face challenges, and the joy of success in all your endeavors. Ma

The NDDC as an Interventionist is on A medical Mission again, across its Nine(9) Member State.

The NDDC Free Medical Mission offically Kick started on 5th May, 2024 at Delta State. As seen on the Official flyer from the interventionist Agency, Different State is scheduled for different Dates, as the Medical team tour the member states for the medical Outreach. Cross River State as a Member state in the Niger Delta Development Commission(NDDC), is Scheduled for 16th - 22nd of June 2024 for the Medical Outreach. We call on all Cross Riverian, from the Hills of Obanliku to Bakassi, Across th

VCO REITERATES COMMITMENT TO YOUTH AS HE DOLES OUT CASH PRIZES TO WINNERS

AWKA, Nigeria — ASUU Secretariat, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, was a scene of festive spirit and exultation on Friday, June 21, 2024, as it hosted the 2024 Valentine Chineto Ozigbo (VCO) Talent Unlocked for Students in Anambra State. The concluded edition of "VCO Anambra Talent Unlocked 2024 - The Students Edition" was a huge success. It was designed to discover, inspire, and project the stars of tomorrow on a grand platform. The edition was a competitive platform to showcase talent and skil

Global COVID monitoring is crashing as BA.2.86 variant raises alarm

Global COVID monitoring is crashing as BA.2.86 variant raises alarm

African History Series: Shaka kaSenzangakhona, (also known as Shaka)

In today's edition, I will profile one of the greatest African political and military figures of the 17th century, Shaka Zulu. Shaka was one of the first African political and military leaders who were able to resist fiercely the European scramble for Africa at the beginning of the 17th Century. The Zulu Army during the Anglo-Zulu War dealt a decisive blow to the British Army defeating it in the Battle of Islandlwana in 1879 which attracted the world's attention. He was one of the most significa

My love for Scrabble

My love for Scrabble is like a fire burning bright, A passion that flares up with every letter placed just right. With every word I form, my excitement starts to soar, As I outsmart my opponents and add to my score. The thrill of finding words that others cannot see, Is like a treasure hunt, a victory. The tiles, they call to me, like gems upon a board, Each one a puzzle to be solved, a challenge to be adored. With every game I play, my love for Scrabble grows, A love that knows no bounds, a lov

We don't have time to sit on our hands as our planet burns.

Controlling Global Warming. Global warming is a complex issue that requires a multifaceted approach to control it. Here are five steps that can help mitigate its effects: Reduce greenhouse gas emissions : Greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide are the main culprits behind global warming. We need to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels, which are the primary sources of these gases. Some ways to do this include using renewable energy sources like solar and wind power,

China flags US$326mln Macau-funds gang jailing as warning

Chinese authorities have flagged eight “classic” finance-related criminal prosecutions on the mainland, one of them involving up to CNY2.3 billion (US$325.6 million currently) being exchanged in Macau, including for Hong Kong dollars. That case saw alleged misuse within Macau of point-of-sale (POS) terminals to evade cross-border currency exchange limits. The information was in a joint press release by China’s State Administration of Foreign Exchange, and the country’s Supreme People’s Procurato

The African Team From UNICAL Emerges As Semi-Finalists In The 2023 Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot Cour

The University of Calabar (UNICAL) has achieved a remarkable feat by emerging as the African Champions in the 2023 Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot Court Competition (MLMC) and competing at the World finals of the competition which was held at the prestigious Baku Convention (BCC) and Heydar Aliyev Center (HAC), Baku on the 5th day of October, 2023. This prestigious competition, hosted by the International Institute of Space Law (IISL), occurred within the margins of the 74th International Astronaut

Cancer as a disease

CANCER AS A DISEASE Cancer is the second leading cause of death globally. an estimated death of 9.6 millions has been recorded caused by cancer as of 2020. it has cut across communityy, houses, nations, and stratas. what is cancer? what are the causes of cancer? what are the types of cancer? what are the symptoms of cancer? can cancer be prevented, or cured? These are the questions that will be discussed in this article WHAT IS CANCER? cancer is an abnormal growth of the cells in the body. cance

NDSF registration hits over 10,000 as portal closes March 7

Over 10,000 entries have been received in slightly over a week since the registration portal for the Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) was opened on February 25. Enefiok Udo-Obong, the Co-Chairman of the Technical Committee released the figures early Monday and commended the State Liaison Committee members for driving the process in their states. Perhaps, trying to reflect its position as the first state in alphanetical order in the country, Abia State is in the lead with 1957 entries as at 6am