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Ayade Has Become A Reference Point In Our Agricultural Revolution - Buhari

27th June,  2018| Politics |Emmanuel Ulayi The President Commander-In-Chief of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari has rained accolades on the governor of Cross River state,  Senator Ben Ayade and commended him for keying into the federal government's vision of diversifying the economy saying Ayade has become a reference point in his administration's agricultural revolution. The President was speaking at the commissioning of the multi billion Naira Cross River state Rice Seeds and Seedlings factory in Calabar on Tuesday. President Buhari said the factory is a testament of his administrations' giant strides in diversifying the economy and described the factory as "a marvel to behold." You can also  read on... Buhari Commission  Automated Rice Seedlings Factory in Calabar He said: "When we assumed the reins of leadership of our dear country, this administration launched a zero-oil economic roadmap as a way of making ou

Buhari Commissioned Automated Rice Factory In Calabar (Photos)

Buhari Commissioned  Automated  Rice Factory  in Calabar on 26th June, 2018

Buhari Commissions Automated Rice Seedling Factory In Calabar - Emmanuel Ulayi

27th June, 2018|Politic|Emmanuel Ulayi President Muhammadu Buhari, Tuesday, commissioned the Cross River State seedlings and seed multiplication factory in Calabar which he described as people-oriented project. The President said the project was in line with his administration's zero oil economic roadmap with Cross River Governor,  Senator Ben Ayade becoming a reference point in that vision. His words: "When we assumed the rein of leadership of our dear country, our administration launched a zero-oil economic roadmap as a way of making our country less dependent on oil, while encouraging investments in other sectors of the economy, particularly agriculture. "I am happy that Governor Ayade keyed into that policy and has today become the reference point in our agricultural revolution effort." While emphasising the significance of the event, President Buhari said: "That we are gathered here today is no doubt a determination woven through to precision an

Egypt's El-Hadary Breaks World Cup Record in Russia

26th June, 2018|Sport|Omori, Omori  Egypt's 45 years and 161 days old keeper,Essam El-Hadary broke the previous record, held by Colombia’s Faryd Mondragon (43 years and three days) set at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil to be the oldest  player to ever play in a World Cup.  In his 153rd career appearance for the national team, El-Hadary made a quick impact, reacting quickly to save a penalty from Saudi Arabia’s Fahad Al-Muwallad in the first half. Egypt later suffers defeat in the game with Salem Al-Dawsari grabbed the winning goal to give the Saudi Arabia a 2-1 victory. El-Hadary made his first professional appearance in 1993 for local club Damietta and played his first game for Egypt in 1996 The veteran has spent the majority of his career with Cairo-based club Al-Ahly, where he has won eight Egyptian Premier League titles, four Egypt Cups, four Egyptian Super Cups and four CAF Champions League titles. Egypt finishes the Russia 2018 World cup tournament havin

BrenCare Foundation Marks "The Day of African Child" in Bakassi IDP

16th June, 2018|Lifestyle|Omori, Omori The 16th day of June every year is celebrated globally as The day of the African child. It was first observed by the Organization of African Unity (OAU) in honour of those who participated in the Soweto Uprising of 1976, June 16th. On this day in 1976, about tens of thousands of Black school children marched in the street of Soweto to protest and demonstrate the poor quality of education and demanded for their right to be taught in their own language (Afrikaans). Hundreds of these students were shot dead and thousands of them sustained different degree of injuries. On 15th of June, 2018 the Founder and CEO of BrenCare Foundation, Brenda Effiom who coincidentally clocked a year older took her team of volunteers and health care personnel to the Internally Displaced Persons ( IDP ) Camp in Bakassi for a one day symposium on Drug Abuse, Mental Health, Puberty and Menstration to commemorate the Day of the African Child. The idea of

Nigerian Reggae Artist, Ras Kimono dies at 60

10th June,2018| Entertainment| Omori, Omori Nigerian Raggae Artist Ras Kimono (Real name: Ukeleke Onwubuya) is dead. He died on Sunday 10th June at aged 60. According to report, the legendary Artist died in Lagoon hospital Ikoyi, Lagos State and before is dead, he had plan of travelling to United States for medicals last night.  The Nigerian reggae artist whose debut album Under Pressure, led by the single Rum-Bar Stylée, was a big hit in the Nigerian music scene in 1989. Before he released his solo album, he was in a group called The Jastix along with Amos McRoy and Majek Fashek. Twitter enthusiasts responded to the sad news. Death why! Why! Why! My brother and my friend, legend Ras Kimono rest in Peace. What a black day! What an unceremonious exit. I love you and will miss you. -----Dino Melaye RIP Ras Kimono Nigeria Raggea Maestro. May His soul Rest in Peace. ------Anthonia Orji Ras Kimono RIP another music icon is gone. Your hit song under pressure will forever remain a hi

Ayade to pay N7,500 to vulnerable youth in the State

7th June, 2018|Politics|ArchMedia Inc Governor Ayade Benedict releases 750Million Naira for the payment of N7,500 monthly to 5,000 C'river youth in a social engagement program. The Governor of Cross River State Senator Prof. Ben Ayade through the office of the Honourable Commissioner of Youth and Sports Development Comr Asu Okang release the sum of Seven Hundred and Fifty Million Naira (N750,000,000) for the payment of Seven Thousand Five Hundred Naira (N7,500) to five thousand (5,000) Youths in 6 Local Government Areas across the state. The program which is in partnership with the World Bank - Youth Employment and Social Support Operations (YESSO), is targeted at providing financial succor to the poor and vulnerable living in CRS. While briefing the press men after the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Public Workfare Component (PWF) of YESSO domiciled in the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development and the First City Monument Bank (FCMB) which is to serve

Vice President Quits Ruling Party

7th June, 2018l Politics| Omori, Omori Malawi’s vice president Saulos Chilima publicly attacked the corruption of the president’s government on Tuesday and announced his resignation from the ruling party, leaving the door open for a presidential run. Chilima was handpicked by President Peter Mutharika to run alongside him in the 2014 elections on the Democratic People’s Party ticket. His dramatic decision to quit the DPP has exposed a widening rift in the ruling party, which has come under heavy criticism for alleged corruption. “Despite all the sacrifices that our forefathers made, our nation remains one of the poorest. Nepotism, cronyism and corruption are rampant and only those connected continue to benefit,” he said at a media conference in Lilongwe. “We must give this country a new lease of life. We must clean this country. We must drain the swamp.” Chilima’s shock move comes as calls have mounted from within the DPP for him to challenge 79-year-old Mutharika, who has ruled

Newly-sworn in APC State Chairmen

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief John Odigie-Oyegun on Monday, 4th June, 2018 charged newly-inaugurated APC State Chairmen including FCT on the re-election of the party, particularly President Muhammadu Buhari in the forth coming elections. He expressed gladness over the mix of old and new members, the APC National Chairman equally described the newly-sworn in state executives as a “second generation of a maturing APC.” He added: “The new one will have the benefit of learning from the old and returning state executives. Below are the name and State of the newly inaugurated State Chairmen 1.      Abia                            – Hon. Donatus E. Nwankpa 2.      Adamawa                    – Alh. Ibrahim Bilal 3.      Akwa Ibom                 – Hon. Ini Okopido 4.      Anambra                     – Barr. Emeka Ibe 5.      Bauchi                         – Alh Uba Ahmed Nana 6.      Bayelsa                        – Jonathan L. Amos 7.      Benue 

CRSG Inaugurates Health Emergency Response Team and State Drug Abuse Control Committee

7th June, 2018| Health| ArchMedia Inc The growing trend of 'codeine diet' amongst Nigerian youth that sees the daily consumption of  over three million bottles has resulted in the ban of importation and illegal use of some of these substances and also unveil the National Drug Control Master Plan (NDCMP) for 2015 to 2019 which aims to strengthen responses on drugs in order to contribute to the enhanced health, security and well-being of all Nigerians. The Cross River State Government has has inaugurated a Health Emergency Response team in the State to work in synergy with the State Drug Abuse Control Committee (SDACC) headed by the Commissioner. According to the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Inyang Asibong, the move became necessary to curb the rising case of drug addiction. "The incessant drug abuse among our youths recently has become worrisome which is why the Cross River State Government led by Sen. (Prof.) Ben Ayade has inaugurated this committee to not only clamp do

June 12th Will Be Celebrated As Democracy Day-Presidency

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SOS: I do 90% of wife duties for my boyfriend

OAP Ralph a.k.a Fresh R on It's #MattersOfTheHeart , #LateNightSail in a premiere private radio station in Calabar, Hitfm buttresses on an issue that is affecting many youth in their relationship. Below is the narrative; Over the weekend, we received this mail from Ruth (Name withheld) Ruth is a young lady who started dating this guy while she was in school. When it was time for her to go for NYSC, he convinced her to push her service back to the same state where she schooled so that they could see and distance won't hinder their relationship. The problem now is that she is almost done with service and would be passing out soon, but this guy has not said a word to her about marriage and 90% of the time she has spent serving she was in his house doing wife duties. Ruth is worried and she wants out of the relationship because she feels used and deceived, what will be your advise for her? Listeners drop their various contributions over the issues:

219 inmates Escape from Minna Prison

219 inmates Escaped...read the full story below