by admin | Mar 24, 2025 | africa, immigrants, immigration, migrants, news
The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has revealed that over 956 Nigerians were evacuated from Libya in the first quarter of 2025.
This accomplishment was made possible by the joint efforts of the International Organization for Migration, Nigeria, and the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally DisplacedPersons.
A statement released on Monday by NiDCOM’s spokesperson, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, outlined specifics regarding the evacuation. It revealed that the repatriation occurred through six separate flights from January to March 2025. According to this information, the groups included 683 women, 132 men, 87 children, and 54 infants.
As stated, the evacuation occurred on January 28, February 11, 19, and 25, along with March 4 and 18. The largest group of people returning, totaling 176 individuals, was noted for the expedition on March 18.
The statement read: “Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, says over 956 Nigerians have been evacuated from Libya in the first quarter of 2025 alone.”
“The breakdown shows that 683 of them were females, 132 males, 87 children, and 54 infants. The returnees were brought back home in six tranches from January to March 2025.”
The six journeys encompassed numbers 152 on January 28, followed by 145, 180, and 159 on February 11, 19, and 25, respectively. Additionally, the counts of 144 and 176 were recorded on March 4 and 18.
The statement revealed that more than 15,000 Nigerians have successfully returned home from Libya as part of an ongoing evacuation initiative led collaboratively by the Federal Government and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) since the start of this effort.
Dabiri-Erewa emphasized the commission’s ongoing caution to Nigerians about avoiding illegal migration via dangerous paths such as Libya.
“Given the sensitive political climate in Libya, we repeatedly advise Nigerians to steer clear of using Libya as a route to Europe; this applies not only to Libya but also to other unauthorized pathways,” she cautioned.
She similarly encouraged Nigerians to explore lawful and secure routes for migration, highlighting her worries about the disturbing pattern of certain individuals who have been returned opting to undertake the dangerous trip once more following their rescue.
Dabiri-Erewa reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to safeguarding the rights, dignity, and welfare of Nigerians both at home and abroad.
She highlighted the importance of continuous cooperation with governmental bodies, NGOs, the press, and various stakeholders to enhance public awareness about the risks associated with illegal immigration.
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by admin | Mar 24, 2025 | military, military weapons, submarines, weapons, weapons and warfare
However, why did this submarine attack a patrol boat from the French Navy? Rest assured, it was just a demonstration of a novel advanced weaponry system.
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Last December, a French nuclear attack submarine (SNA) conducted a test that resulted in sending the French patrol boat Premier-Maître L’Her to the ocean floor. However, this incident was not due to mistaken identity; rather, it was part of an intentional exercise. The F21 heavyweight torpedo, equipped with live ammunition, was fired at what was actually a naval vessel—a hollowed-out shell serving as the target.
The patrol vessel, which served faithfully for four decades, stopped operations last July. After being thoroughly cleaned, the vessel became an excellent candidate for testing advanced weaponry. The Ministry of the Armed Forces reported that the ship split into two pieces and rapidly sank thousands of meters beneath the surface.
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The design of the F21 “Artemis” heavyweight torpedo, aimed at countering both submarine and surface targets, is documented here.
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What are its features? It weighs 1.5 tons, measures 6 meters in length, can reach speeds of up to 90 km/h, has a range of 50 kilometers, and carries an explosive payload of 250 kg.
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In an increasingly complex global landscape, it appears pertinent at times to revisit and potentially conduct naval armament trials once more.
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by admin | Mar 24, 2025 | government, news, politics, politics and government, politics and law
The governors from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) have submitted a lawsuit to the Supreme Court contesting President Bola Tinubu’s imposition of a state of emergency in Rivers State.
On March 18, President Tinubu announced an emergency rule in Rivers State, invoking Section 305(5) of the 1999 Nigerian Constitution (amended version). He also removed Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and all members of the state House of Assembly from their positions for a period of six months. Additionally, he appointed retired Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas as the exclusive overseer of the state during this time.
The group of PDP governors from Bauchi, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Enugu, Osun, Plateau, and Zamfara states asserted that the President does not have the authority under the constitution to suspend an elected governor and deputy governor. They maintained that appointing a single administrator for this purpose goes against constitutional principles.
As stated in legal papers, the governors aim to obtain a ruling confirming that the President’s steps contravene Sections 1(2), 5(2), and 305 of the 1999 Constitution (amended version).
They additionally argued that the President “has absolutely no authority or power to suspend a democratically elected governor and deputy governor of a state within the Nigerian Federation under the pretense or as a result of declaring a state of emergency.”
The governors are similarly contesting the state of emergency approved by the National Assembly, claiming that using a voice vote is unconstitutional since the legislation requires a two-thirds majority vote from all legislators in each chamber.
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In their filing with the court, the plaintiffs additionally contended that the emergency declaration failed to satisfy the constitutional criteria outlined in Section 305.
“The proclamation did not fulfill the required conditions and protocols for such an announcement and was issued for purposes outside of what is outlined in the mentioned constitutional clause,” stated the governors.
They are pursuing an injunction to invalidate the designation of Ibok-Ete Ibas as the exclusive overseer, arguing that this action is illegal and flagrantly breaches the Constitution. Additionally, they request that the court prohibit the President from making further efforts to remove other governors or impede their constitutionally mandated responsibilities.
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by admin | Mar 24, 2025 | education, government, news, politics, politics and government
Governor Prof Chukwuma Charles Soludo of Anambra State has awarded a check for ₦500,000 to Miss Ifebude Chelsea Benson, who was the top-performing student in the 2023 NECO Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination.
Ms. Ifebude, hailing from Ndikelionwu in the Orumba North Local Government Area of the state, achieved an impressive A1 grade in each of the nine subjects she sat for in the exam.
She has subsequently received an acceptance offer and is presently pursuing her studies in medicine and surgery at the University of Abuja.
Prof Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, the State Commissioner for Education, awarded the honor on behalf of the Governor to the recipient, whose presence was marked by her father, Mr Ben Benson.
The Commissioner stated that the award was the governor’s method of promoting academic excellence amongst the pupils and students of Anambra.
She disclosed that the state government had invested heavily in education, with all efforts directed towards aligning the educational standards in the state with those found in developed nations and ensuring that children from Anambra can successfully rival their counterparts globally.
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In response, Mr. Benson’s father expressed his gratitude to Soludo for the accolade, noting that this recognition highlights Soludo as a governor who promotes diligence.
He observed that receiving this recognition would significantly encourage his child to keep pursuing greatness and represent their state admirably.
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by admin | Mar 24, 2025 | business, commerce, financial services, investing, news
On Monday, the Lagos State Government joined forces with EnterpriseNGR through the Lagos International Financial Council (LIFC) MoU signing ceremony. This event brought together representatives from the City of London as well as officials from the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO). The purpose was to collaborate on establishing an international financial center in Lagos aimed at boosting economic progress within the region.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who concurrently holds the position of Chairman of LIFC, along with the Co-Chairperson of LIFC and Chairman of Access Holdings, Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, observed the signing ceremony conducted by the State Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Yomi Oluyomi; the Chief Executive Officer of EnterpriseNGR, Mrs. Obi Ibekwe; the Head of Eurasia, Middle East, and Africa at The City UK, Chika Mourah; and the Director of International Development at The City UK, Anna Rogers.
Among those present at the signing were representatives such as Mr Simon Field, the Chargé d’Affaires of the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos; Mrs Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, the Secretary to the Lagos State Government; and Mr Bode Agoro, the Head of Service, along with several others.
During his speech at the event, Governor Sanwo-Olu affirmed his administration’s dedication to establishing the Lagos International Financial Centre. He called upon all attendees for their backing to turn this aspiration into a tangible achievement.
The governor stated that the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding marked the start of a new phase in setting up LIFC and transforming Lagos into the first international financial center in Sub-Saharan Africa.
As he puts it, this step isn’t solely focused on Lagos; rather, it aims at positioning Nigeria—as well as domestic and foreign investors—”on a platform where business operations can thrive more effectively, fostering an environment characterized by greater predictability and reliability within this region’s financial sector.”
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“We are adapting our concept and project so we can showcase both Lagos and, consequently, Nigeria as part of the global list of cities featuring international financial hubs,” he stated.
Governor Sanwo-Olu showed gratitude to all the collaborators for providing both financial and technical backing toward setting up an International Financial Centre in Lagos.
Earlier, the Co-Chairman of LIFC, Mr Aig-Imoukhuede, praised Governor Sanwo-Olu and his team for their bravery in advancing the vision of the LIFC, stating that “The contribution of Babajide Sanwo-Olu to Lagos State benefits not only the state but also participants in the capital markets.”
Aig-Imoukhuede characterized the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) as a crucial milestone for the development of the Lagos International Financial Centre project, emphasizing that Nigeria was nearing its goal of establishing this center in Lagos.
“Today, we bear the banner of Lagos State, Nigeria, and by extension, Africa. We are moving towards the promised land of establishing an international financial hub in Lagos and for Nigeria,” he stated.
The Chairperson of Access Holdings also praised the media for providing fair and informative coverage, encouraging them to increase such efforts. They called upon the media to continue offering unwavering support in all aspects.
Additionally, Rogers from TheCityUK as the Director of International Development stated that this collaboration aims to unite all parties involved in making Lagos a prominent powerhouse across Africa.
Rogers conveyed the enthusiasm of the UK city about participating in this endeavor, calling the Lagos State Government’s choice truly praiseworthy.
The United Kingdom’s city takes great pride in serving as a strategic ally for the establishment of the Lagos International Financial Centre. We find the choice made by the Lagos State Government truly praiseworthy, and we are enthusiastically looking forward to being an integral part of this venture.
“We are delighted that through our partnership, we’ll continue to provide an avenue for UK and Nigerian financial professional services practitioners, policymakers, and regulators to share knowledge on best practices in areas such as corporate governance, financial services, regulation, technology, innovation, and many others.
“These initiatives will result in heightened trade activities along with greater investments and collaborations between the two nations and on a global scale,” she asserted.
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