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Obama approves 13,000 more troops for Afghan war

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 11:25:30 PDT

IN an unannounced move, United States (U.S.) President Barack Obama has approved a plan to dispatch an additional 13,000 troops to Afghanistan beyond the 21,000 he announced publicly in March. The move came as Afghan President Hamid Karzai's top challenger in disputed elections yesterday alleged that the embattled head of state engineered the resignation of a chief fraud investigator to cast

How Yar'Adua's absence threatens Nigeria's bid for UN Security Council seat, by Gambari

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 10:34:50 PDT

THE decision of President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua to stay away from the 64th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) is a diplomatic blunder which might have its costs for Nigeria, Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, an under-secretary-general of the global body of nations, has declared. Besides, Yar'Adua who is the current chairman of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has sent

NIGERIA AT 49

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 04:30:17 PDT

Today marks Nigeria’s 49th Independence anniversary. On October 1, 1960, Nigeria became a sovereign nation after gaining independence from her British colonial masters. On that day, hopes were high that the world’s most populous black nation would soon live up to its sobriquet as the giant of Africa. 49 years on, many people who spoke with Daily Sun insist that those initial hopes have been

Four million HIV positive persons now receive treatment, says WHO report

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 04:26:55 PDT

A NEW report released yesterday by the World Health Organisation (WHO), the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) indicated that about four million people in low- and middle-income countries were receiving Anti-retroviral Therapy (ART) at the close of 2008. This, according to the report, titled Towards Universal Access: Scaling Up

OUR ROLE IN NATION BUILDING

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 04:25:25 PDT

Our collective efforts in reshaping our colonial territory that had been carved out by our colonial masters have always been geared towards making our country a viable and coherent national entity. This includes the creation of national trappings such as our national flag, national anthem and pledge, national holidays, national stadium, etc. At a deeper level, national identity is constructed

President launches new Naira notes

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 04:09:38 PDT

PRESIDENT Umaru Musa Yar'Adua yesterday launched the advertised new Naira polymer substrate notes for N5, N10 and N50 denominations with a charge to all to embrace the new currency and support the "Keep the Naira Clean" campaign of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The ceremony, which took place shortly before the weekly Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, was witnessed by the ministers

Don't lose faith in Nigeria, say Yar'Adua, Mark

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 04:03:52 PDT

PRESIDENT Umaru Musa Yar'Adua has examined critical sectors of the nation and assured that the future was bright. He spoke this morning in a national broadcast to mark Nigeria's 49th independence anniversary. Also Senate President, David Mark, has urged Nigerians to renew their faith in the nation and stop being pessimistic. Yar'Adua looked at the problem of insecurity in the country,

What Your Eyes Say About Your Health

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 10:31:02 PDT

The importance of a regular eye examination, often, is underrated. Having annual eye examination should be as routine as having a dental check-up every six months. Regular eye examinations are crucial to maintaining a healthy vision and can often detect major medical problems in the early stages of development, such as diabetes and high blood pressure, reports Sade Oguntola. It was rather

Anambra Guber Race: How Far Can Soludo Go?

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 10:29:39 PDT

Assistant Editor, LEON USIGBE, looks at the involvement of former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Professor Chukwuma Soludo, in the race to clinch the ticket of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the forthcoming governorship election in Anambra State. TRUE to Saturday Tribune’s report in June, former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, wants to

South Africa 2010 ’ll miss Nigeria if...

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 04:14:52 PDT

Ghanaian legend, Anthony Baffoe, has said the world would miss Nigeria at the 2010 World Cup if Super Eagles fail to qualify for the showpiece. Speaking in Kano, where he co-ordinated the match between Kano Pillars FC and Zesco FC of Zambia on Sunday, Baffoe said he’s sad that Nigeria might miss the 2010 World Cup if group leaders, Tunisia win their remaining two matches. He said with all the

TEARS AS GANI IS BURIED

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 04:09:12 PDT

•He lived for the oppressed –Mimiko •He was fearless –Lamido •We should thank him for the democracy we enjoy today –Oshiomhole Remains of the late legal icon, Ganiyu Oyesola Fawehinmi were lowered into the grave at exactly 3.32 pm at his home town, Ondo on Tuesday amidst pomp and pageantry. Tears flowed freely from the eyes of family members, politicians, including the Ondo State Governor, Dr.

One-party state: Who will stop PDP?

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 04:24:37 PDT

Dateline: April 16, 2008 - An editor in one of the leading newspapers located in Lagos was nearly choked as he dropped his spoon with his mouth wide open. Another editor suspended the ball of pounded yam he was about to toss into his mouth midway and scampered for his pen and paper to take notes. Such was the shock that ran through the room where a select group of media managers had been

Low AIDS budget may stall treatment plan

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 04:19:05 PDT

INDICATIONS are rife that the low allocation of funds for treatment of Human Immuno-deficiency Virus (HIV)/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) in the national budget may threaten plans by the Federal Government to treat up to 850,000 persons that are in dire need of the Anti-Retroviral (ARV) drugs. ARVs are used for treating Persons Living With HIV/AIDS in Nigeria (PLWHAN). An analysis of

S'Leone apologises to Nigeria for officials' comments, others

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 04:15:23 PDT

PRESIDENT Ernest Koroma of Sierra Leone has directed that a letter of unreserved apology be issued to Nigeria following the spate of disparaging remarks by officials of the former country that are seen as capable of straining diplomatic relations. Apart from deploring other threats to Nigeria-Sierra Leone bilateral relations, Koroma also directed the release of another Nigerian who was being

bru, Adigwe, Ebong others granted bail

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 04:13:22 PDT

Detained ex-bank chiefs were, on Monday, granted bail by a Federal High Court sitting in Lagos. Dr Cecilia Ibru of Oceanic Bank Plc, Sebastian Adigwe of Afribank and Bartholomew Ebong of Union Bank got reprieve to be on bail pending their trials before the court. In a ruling delivered by Justice Daniel Abutu, the ex-bank chiefs were granted bail in the sum of N100 million each with two sureties

EFCC declares Akingbola, Ibru wanted

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 07:04:08 PDT

Deposed bank chiefs, Erastus Akingbola and Mrs Cecilia Ibru of Intercontinental Bank Plc and Oceanic Bank Plc respectively were on Sunday declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). A press statement issued by the EFCC spokesman, Femi Babafemi said the two bankers were wanted in connection with fraudulent abuse of credit process, insider trading, capital markets

Hard times for the banks

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:57:05 PDT

A few weeks ago when the Africa Report, gave a damning verdict on the status of the 23 deposit-taking banks in Nigeria, nearly all her estimated 140 million citizens including those without bank accounts called for the head of the publishers and authors of the offensive piece. The Paris-based Groupe Jeune Afrique, had in that edition classified four Nigerian banks as being strong, nine others

My fears for 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:54:29 PDT

For five days last week, the top hierarchy of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) were on a retreat in Kaduna. The main objective was to fashion out an operational plan for the smooth conduct of the next general election coming up in 2011. With a strategic plan in place, the leadership of commission believes INEC would be in a better stead to play its role as a competent and

CAF reject late kick-off for Pillars/Al Hilal match

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:50:34 PDT

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) had ruled that a Champions League Group A match between Kano Pillars and Al Hilal of Sudan would be played on Sunday afternoon, even after the Nigerian hosts had proposed a night kick-off. Pillars’ Chairman, Tukur Babangida said on Tuesday, "The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) have informed us that our game against Al Hilal will come up on Sunday by

You can’t cow us, ASUU tells FG

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:44:18 PDT

The President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Prof Ukachukwu Awuzie, has rebuffed the ‘no work, no pay’ threat by the government, saying that the members would not be cowed into calling off the strike without meeting their demands. Addressing newsmen at the Nigerian Labour Congress secretariat, Yaba, recently, Prof Awuzie faulted government’s arbitrariness in the negotiating

Yar’Adua to storm Eagles’ camp –Lulu

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:42:20 PDT

After enjoying huge support from the Presidential Taskforce in ensuring the Super Eagles get to the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) have not ruled out dragging President Umar Musa Yarídua to the team’s camp to impress on the players the importance of qualifying for the Mundial. NFF President, Alhaji Sanni Lulu Abdullahi said that there was nothing too big that

EFCC moves against loan defaulters …As Waziri meets new bank chiefs

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:35:43 PDT

Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mrs. Farida Waziri on Tuesday said the commission will in the next few days initiate processes to arraign 15 bank executives and other high profile debtors, who were unable to meet the seven-day ultimatum to liquidate outstanding indebtedness to five troubled banks. Waziri, who briefed the press shortly after her meeting with all

FG to sell Nitel in pieces

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 05:36:33 PDT

AFTER a long silence on the fate of the moribund Nigerian telecommunications Limited, NITEL, the Federal government may have decided to sell the company in bits and pieces. This is even as the mobile arm of the company, M-Tel narrowly escaped heavy embarrassment, weekend, as it took the orders of the Vice President Goodluck Jonathan and Inspector General of Police, IG, Ogbonna Onovo, to stop

NGC introduces Vaya Smooth

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 05:33:54 PDT

Nigerian- German Chemicals Plc, makers of healthcare products and consumer goods in Nigeria, has introduced a new product - Vaya Smooth- into the nation’s market. Speaking at the launch of the new product in Lagos, recently, the Category Manager, Bola Adegbite, explained that Vaya Smooth has, among its active ingredients, a combination of anti-inflammatory agent which has analgesic properties;

Mobitel undaunted by 2.3 GHz cancellation - Poised to pursue roll - out plan

noreply@blogger.com (Feeding Nutritional Tips) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 05:28:10 PDT

Dora Akunyili, Minister of Information and Communications Sequel to the presidency’s decision that money paid into the coffers of the Federal Government by the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) on behalf of the winners of the 2.3GHz spectrum licence be refunded to the bid winners, Mobitel, one of the affected operators, has affirmed its continued commitment to the long term, sustainable