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  • Borno Govt bans street begging, loitering

    Borno Govt bans street begging, loitering

    The Borno Government has banned street begging and loitering in Maiduguri City and its environs.

    This is contained in a public notice issued by the state Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Prof. Usman Tar, on Sunday in Maiduguri.

    Tar said street begging and aimless loitering were not part of the culture of the Borno people.

    “In Borno State, street begging and aimless loitering are not in our character. We are dignified people.

    “This is to inform members of the public that the Borno State Government has placed a strict ban on all street begging, loitering, and gallivanting within and around Maiduguri Metropolis and Jere LGAs,” he said.

    The notice said the ban was with immediate effect, warning that violators will be prosecuted.

  • Borno Govt bans mining acitivities

    Borno Govt bans mining acitivities

    The Borno Government has placed a ban on all mining activities in the state, due to the fragile security situation in the state.

    This is contained in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Security, Prof. Usman Tar, in Maiduguri on Friday.

    ”The state government is working on mapping and securing the mining sites with a view to ensuring law, order, and safety of lives.

    ”Government is also working on a governance protocol for the mining sector in the state,” the commissioner said.

    Tar said that the state government will soon issue a code of conduct and standard operating procedures for the mining value chain to guide the sector.

    He advised all stakeholders in the mining sector in Borno to abide by the ban warning: ”any violation will attract the wrath of the law”.

  • Nigerian sprinter, Oduduru handed 6-year ban

    Nigerian sprinter, Oduduru handed 6-year ban

    Nigerian sprinter Divine Oduduru has been given a six-year ban for breaching two doping violations.

    The Athletics Integrity Union (AIU) on Thursday in a statement said the Nigerian was handed a four-year ban for the possession of prohibited substances/attempted use of a prohibited substance and an additional two years for “aggravating circumstances”.

    The former world junior silver medalist was also ordered to pay $ 3,000 to the World Athletics for its legal fees and other expenses regarding the case.

    Oduduru’s case was linked to that of team-mate, Blessing Okagbare who was banned for 11 years for doping in 2022.

    “We are very pleased with the outcome of this matter, given its particularly grievous nature, exposing the sinister collusion between athletes and other persons in deliberate plans to corrupt athletics at the highest level,” Brett Clothier, head of the AIU said.

    He was alleged to have been implicated in a WhatsApp message between Okagbare and her supplier, Eric Lira where his compatriot mentioned “Divine” and “we” while discussing.

    “The Athlete has committed ADRVs under Rules 2.6 and 2.2 ADR. The violations shall be considered together as one single first violation,” the statement read.

    “A period of Ineligibility of six (6) years is imposed by the Panel upon the Athlete commencing on the date of the Decision.

    “The period of Provisional Suspension imposed on the Athlete from 9 February 2023 until the date of the decision shall be credited against the total period of Ineligibility.

    “The Athlete’s results from 12 July 2021 until the date that the Provisional Suspension was imposed, on 9 February 2023, shall be disqualified with all resulting consequences including the forfeiture of any titles, awards, medals, points and prize and appearance money.” it said.

    The union  said that Oduduru maintained his innocence throughout the investigation.

  • Ban on illegal mining: Zamfara gov orders security agents to shoot violators at sight

    Ban on illegal mining: Zamfara gov orders security agents to shoot violators at sight

    Zamfara’s Gov. Dauda Lawal issued a ban on illegal mining in the state on Saturday.

    He also ordered security agents to shoot violators of the order at sight.

    The governor’s media aide, Malam Suleiman Idris, quoted Lawal as saying in Gusau that the order was part of measures to restore law and order.

    The governor noted that illegal mining had fuelled banditry and other criminal activities in parts of Zamfara over the years.

    “Illegal mining is undeniably one of the driving forces behind the rampant banditry plaguing Zamfara.

    “We must take swift and decisive action to curb this menace and restore peace and security to our communities,’’ Idris quoted Lawal as saying.

    The governor ordered security agencies to take other stringent measures against those caught violating the order.

    According to him, it is time to end the destructive activity and implement measures to protect the safety and well-being of the people.

    “The directive is necessary to ensure the safety and security of people of Zamfara and deter potential wrongdoers.

    “It is also a swift action to enable government to be in total control of the state’s resources and block activities that endanger the lives and properties of the people,’’ the governor said.

  • Ban abusive Van Dijk for four matches – Ex-ref

    Ban abusive Van Dijk for four matches – Ex-ref

    Ex-Prem ref Mark Halsey says Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk should be banned for four matches after his dismissal at Newcastle.

    Van Dijk will miss one game after being sent off in the first-half of Liverpool’s 2-1 win on Tyneside.

    But Halsey wrote for The Sun: “We must not tolerate any more abuse of match officials.

    “So the Football Association has to clamp down and punish Virgil Van Dijk for his unacceptable behaviour at Newcastle on Sunday.

    “The new Liverpool captain fell well below the standards set by one of the biggest clubs in the Premier League.

    “I know Van Dijk’s only been captain for three games since Jordan Henderson moved to Saudi Arabia but if I was Jurgen Klopp I would already be thinking, ‘Is Virgil setting the right example?’

    “Van Dijk’s abusive actions at St James’ Park also have an impact on the wider footballing world.

    “The Dutch defender was correctly sent off by referee John Brooks for the denial of an obvious goalscoring opportunity on Alexander Isak.

    “Van Dijk refused to accept the decision and took a total of two minutes 28 seconds to get down the tunnel from the moment he was dismissed.

    “Van Dijk will rightly receive a one-match ban for the straight red card but I believe his suspension should be increased.

    “Of course, this will depend on Brooks’ official report but the abusive and insulting language used by the new Reds leader could be worthy of another red card and result in an additional three-match ban.

    “That would rule out Van Dijk for four matches in total – a fitting punishment for his poor conduct.”

  • Doping: NADO, NOC summoned as NADA threatens to ban Nigeria from all sports

    Doping: NADO, NOC summoned as NADA threatens to ban Nigeria from all sports

    The Federal House Committee on Sports ON Friday invited the leadership of Nigeria Olympics Committee (NOC) and National Anti-Doping Organisation (NADO) following the  World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) threat to ban all Nigerian athletes from participating in all sports.

    According to NADA, Nigeria’s inability to comply with international standards as laid down in the World Anti-Doping code is the cause of the ban.

    Recall that WADA lifted a ban on Nigeria in November 2018 with the hope that the country will follow laid down rules and procedures in accordance with international Anti-Doping regulations.

    To this end, WADA has concluded plans to ban Nigeria from participating in all sports if nothing is done before the end of August, 2023.

    To save Nigeria from the international embarrassment, the Chairman, House Committee On Sports, Hon. Ekene Adams has invited the leadership of Nigeria Olympics Committee (NOC) as well leadership of National Anti-Doping Organisation (NADO) to a Meeting scheduled for Tuesday 22nd August, 2023.

    This is to put heads together and come up with plans to stop WADA from the imminent suspension capable of putting the country’s image in bad light.

    “Anti-doping has become very important in sports that athletes and countries alike can be banned from participating in sports if they do not comply with international anti-doping regulations.” Honourable Ekene said.

    He added, “To save innocent athletes and Nigeria from the embarrassment, the House Committee On Sports has mapped out plans to stop the imminent suspension by inviting the leadership of NOC and NADO to appear before it.

  • Police ban use of tinted vehicle glasses, covered number plates

    Police ban use of tinted vehicle glasses, covered number plates

    Police in Borno banned the use of tinted vehicle glasses and covered number plates in the state on Monday.

    The ban was announced in a statement issued by the police spokesman in the state, DSP Sani Kamilu.

    He stated that police in the state had observed indiscriminate use of tinted vehicle glasses, covered number plates, spy number plates and the blaring of sirens by unauthorised persons.

    “Violators of the law against the use of the items are warned to desist as the police would not allow unpatriotic individuals to violate the law by their acts of lawlessness.

    “All heads of departments, Area Commanders, Divisional Police Officers and Tactical Commanders have been directed to heighten the level of vigilance in their respective areas of responsibility.

    “They have also been directed to collaborate with other security agencies to share information and intelligence reports and to ensure a coordinated effort in enforcing the ban and addressing any emerging threats,’’ Kamilu stated.

  • Sit-at-home: Ban on order still stands – Enugu Govt. insists

    Sit-at-home: Ban on order still stands – Enugu Govt. insists

    The Enugu State Government has said that its earlier ban on Monday’s sit-at-home order still stands, calling on Enugu residents to disregard social media falsehood and images.

    Worried by the development and panic that erupted in the state on Wednesday, the state government in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, said the ban would be enforced.

    According to him, the Enugu State Government has monitored and assessed reports of alleged incidents of shooting in parts of the state today, and found them to be mere scaremongering by the enemies of peace and progress.

    He said these enemies wanted to test their resolve to end the illegal sit-at-home order by intentionally spreading panic and fear among the good people and residents of Enugu state.

    “The peddlers and instigators of the fake news and pandemonium are already being tracked down by government and the security agencies with a view to bringing them to book.

    “The Enugu State Government, therefore, urged members of the public to disregard the falsehoods and fake images being spread on social media and go about their businesses.

    “Security measures are fully in place to enforce law and order as well as safeguard lives and property.

    “We must not succumb to the evil machinations of those, who have no stake in our state; those who mostly live, work, and educate their children overseas, while destroying the economy of our people, the education and future of our children at home,” he said.

    He added that the state government reiterated that the ban on the illegal action would be enforced to the full extent of the law.

    “All offices, markets, business premises, schools, among others, remain open and fully functional and those who want to test the collective resolve and strength of Ndi Enugu will not only be defeated, but will be meted the full wrath of the law,” Onyia said.

    The six days sit-at-home order by factional leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).

    The News Agency of Nigeria recalled that Gov. Peter Mbah of Enugu State few days upon assumption of office announced end to Monday’s sit-at-home in the state effective from June 5.

    He had said that such orders restricted creativity, entrepreneurship, and productivity in the state as well as threatened to ban any school, markets, financial institutions among others that obeyed the order.

    Determined to press for the release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of proscribed IPOB by the Federal Government, the factional leader of IPOB, Simon Ekpa announced one week total lockdown in the entire southeast from July 3 to July 10.

  • Cross River gov bans ‘Okada’ in Calabar

    Cross River gov bans ‘Okada’ in Calabar

    The Cross Rivers State Governor, Bassey Otu has banned the activities of commercial motorcycles, popularly known as Okada in Calabar.

    Otu said those willing to use their motorcycles for commercial purposes should restrict their activities to remote areas.

    In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Emmanuel Ogbeche, the governor said the decision was taken after consultation with Security Chiefs in the state.

    “A total ban on the activities of all commercial motorcyclists within the Calabar metropolis.

    “Those willing to use their motorcycles to earn a decent living are restricted only to remote areas away from the city centre.

    “Anyone caught going against this directive will have the motorcycle impounded and the offender prosecuted,” the statement reads partly.

  • Finally, UK announces ban on Foreign students from bringing families

    Finally, UK announces ban on Foreign students from bringing families

    New immigration rules that will ban most foreign students from bringing their families to the UK were announced on Tuesday.

    The Government said the number of visas issued to dependents coming to Britain with international students had increased eight-fold – up from up from 16,000 in 2019 to 136,000 last year.

    Under current graduate visas, master’s students can bring their partners and children with them and they can stay in the country for two years after their course finishes.

    But new laws will remove these rights. The ban will apply to people studying many post graduate courses, but not PHD students.

    Maintenance and attendance requirements will also be reviewed under the plans, the Government said.

    The new restrictions are set to apply to overseas students beginning courses after January 2024.

    In a written ministerial statement, Home Secretary Suella Braverman said: “We are committed to attracting the brightest and the best to the UK. Therefore, our intention is to work with universities over the course of the next year to design an alternative approach that ensures that the best and the brightest students can bring dependants to our world leading universities, while continuing to reduce net migration. We will bring in this system as soon as possible, after thorough consultation with the sector.”

    She added that the new rules include:

    – Banning international students from bringing dependents unless they are on postgraduate courses currently designated as research programmes;

    – Removing the ability for international students to switch out of the student route into work routes before their studies have been completed;

    – Steps to clamp down on “unscrupulous education agents who may be supporting inappropriate applications to sell immigration not education”;

    – Better communicating immigration rules to the higher education sector and to international students;

    – Improved and targeted enforcement activity.

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