Gombe State Command of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps on Tuesday paraded no fewer than seven suspects for adulteration of fertilizer in the state. Recall that over time farmers have lamented the poor performance of fertilizer on crops. The State Commandant Muhammad Bello, while leading a raid at their factory in the Nasarawa area lamented the economic sabotage on unsuspecting farmers who patronised their product. According to Bello, the suspects specialised in fetching limestones from Katsina State for their business. Bello said, “Our attention has been drawn to the wicked activities going on here where these people sell sand…
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Drink spiking is when a person adds alcohol or drug to another person’s drink without their knowledge or consent, according to an information sheet by the United Kingdom’s National Health Service. A person who spikes a drink may be the victim’s friend, acquaintance, colleague, date, or even a stranger. Drinks can be spiked at nightclubs, bars, dance parties, private residences, community gatherings, and restaurants. Drink spiking is a crime and such incidents should be reported to the police. A recent Tik Tok video that went viral showed the moment a man spiked a lady’s drink at a club, unknown to…
The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, on Saturday, met with leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party from each ward across the 18 local government areas of the state to strategise ahead of the governorship election taking place on September 21, 2024. The meeting was held at the New Festival Hall, Government House, Benin City, the state capital. Obaseki, who expressed the party’s readiness for the election, thanked the party leaders for their commitment, dedication and courage, which has kept the party together as one strong, united, and indivisible party. He said, “I want to thank you all for rallying around…
Some adults speak with Sharon Osaji on what they will do and how they will deal with a spouse who tells lies I can’t deal –Bode Black It is a no-no for me; I can’t cope with a lying spouse. I will completely avoid it because such people can’t change. Of what good is a relationship with someone that lies? You can’t package a lying woman and such an attitude will definitely show while dating. She can’t just start displaying it in marriage. So, before it even leads to marriage, I’m out. I’ll always suspect him – Peace Otu A…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Terrority, Nyesom Wike, has said that the planned nationwide protest scheduled to begin on August 1, 2024, is political, and “political gimmicks” by some who sought to use the protest to gain popularity. The minister stated this on Tuesday while addressing journalists following an inspection of the Apo-Karshi Road project, first awarded in 2011. The PUNCH reports that a section of Nigerians on social media have been mobilising to hold nationwide protests from t August 1, 2024, with the hashtags #TinubuMustGo and #Revolution2024, over the economic hardships. Wike called for patience among citizens, stating…
There has been a disturbing rise in cases of kidnapping across the country. The elite are not the only targets of kidnappers; workers, students, and even children are not spared. Recently, eight members of the National Youth Service Corps, including their driver, were abducted by terrorists on a highway in Zamfara State. The corps members were travelling in an AKTC bus from Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, to Sokoto State, to take part in the mandatory national service. Similarly, residents of Kuchiko Resettlement Development Area in Bwari, Abuja, also raised the alarm over rising kidnap incidents in the area. These attacks…
National President of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria, Kabir Kebram, speaks with BIODUN BUSARI on the reasons behind the high costs of beans and other food items in the market, how insecurity takes its toll on farmers, among other related issues Are farmers responsible for the soaring prices of food in the market across the country? Farmers are not responsible for pricing in the market. Farmers produce and sell at the farm gate. They are not traders. But they sell farm produce to traders who take them to the market. Why did you say they are not responsible for…
Our correspondent speaks to mature singles about what they will do if their parents reject their choice of spouse Segun Daniels If my parents refuse my choice of spouse, it would undoubtedly be a difficult and emotional situation. In such a scenario, I would first try to have an open and honest conversation with them, expressing my feelings and reasons for choosing my partner. I would listen to their concerns attentively, demonstrating that I value their opinion. However, it is essential to remember that marriage is a deeply personal decision, and ultimately, I would have to prioritise my happiness and…
The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to suspend the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, Farouk Ahmed, pending the conclusion of the investigations of allegations against what it called the unguarded statement by the CEO. The resolution of the House followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by the member representing Esosa Federal Constituency, Edo State, Esosa Iyawe, during Tuesday’s plenary on the need to address issues arising from Farouk’s utterances about the nation’s local refineries. The lawmaker reminded his colleagues that claims of adulterated fuel…
According to GambleAlert, a non-profit Nigerian organisation that advocates responsible gambling, the country is replete with what has been termed ludomania (gambling addiction), which is an urge to gamble continuously despite harmful negative consequences or a desire to stop. The American Psychiatric Association in a report highlighted the signs and symptoms of gambling addiction to include feeling a thrill when gambling, taking more risks, an increased craving for gambling, reliving gambling experiences, feeling guilty or remorseful after gambling, and past failed attempts to quit the habit. A social and health psychology scholar at the University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Prof…