By Admin
The Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution has called for application from suitably qualified graduate trainees in the field of engineering.
To apply, visit https://www.cognitoforms.com/PortHarcourtElectricityDistributionPlc/PHEDEngineerTraineeSchemeApplicationForm
By Admin
A keke rider plying the Mgbuchi axis of Rukpokwu area in Obio/Akpor LGA was today 10/12/2020 shot dead by an un-know police officer.
The Lumine News gathered that the police officer ran away after gunning down the keke rider. What lead to the mis-understaning between them is yet unknown as at the time of filling this report.
Other keke riders have blocked the roads protesting over the death of their member.
A development that has caused traffic jam in the area as people are forced to trek.
By Admin
The efforts of the wife of Cross River State Governor, Dr Linda Ayade to fight the practice of Money Marriage in Becheve community of Obanliku Local Government Area of Cross River State, took the centre Stage at the two days workshop organised by the National Human Right Commission in Collaboration with the United Nations and European Union.
The workshop which held at Lagos Hall, Transcorp Hilton Abuja, had the Commissioner For International Development Cooperation, Dr. Inyang Asibong gave the expository of the Cross River Challenge.
Dr. Linda Ayade had through her pet project Mediatrix Develoment Foundation intervened and engaged the communities involved in the act, through the traditional rulers, religious leaders, the Media as well as Civil Society organizations.
The Governor’s wife efforts according to Asibong had increased advocacy to policy makers and community leaders, expanded efforts to educate, sensitize and provide a platform for the people of Becheve and Utanga communities to discuss issues related to gender-based violence.
Asibong explained how Cross River State Government had also set up a high-powered Committee through the effort of the wife of the Governor in a bid to end the inhumane cultural practice of money-Girl-marriage which she described as a form of Gender-based Violence.
She explained the Cross River Challenge and the effort of the State Government with hope that the United Nations (UN), European Union (EU) and other International Donors will partner the state Government and possibly be on ground in Becheve to see things for themselves.
According to Asibong, the plight of the girl-child should be a collective concern with a drive to end human right abuses in the Country.
“These young girls are married out to pay debts owed by their parents. This marriage could take place at age five, three, and sometimes even before their conception, where hey are already sold to pay debts. This can go on for decades, so it’s a form of child slavery.
“It has been an age long cultural practices which have been transferred from generation to generation. But what I came here to tell you is that Cross River State Government has taken it as a challenge and we are solving the problem using the political will of the Governor and special support of his wife, Dr Linda Ayade.
“Ladies and gentlemen, it is better to be there than said because it is real and on behalf of His Excellency, I wish to call for immediate support and partnership between Cross River State Government and the United Nations, the European Union and other Development Partners to end the practice of Money Marriage in the State” she added.
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a Nigerian at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja with 12 parcels of cellophane wrappers, weighing another 7.2kg, with white substances which tested positive to cocaine.
In a statement, NDLEA spokesman Jonah Achema said the new method was uncovered in a recent operation.
“The operation involved Elechi Adendu Kingsley, a Nigerian aged 39, who was arrested with a bag containing cellophane bags during the inward clearance of Ethiopian Airline flight ET 911,” the statement read.
Achema said that Elechi, the suspect, an indigene of Umulolo Local Government Area of Imo State who has been living in Brazil for the past 13 years said he would not blame anybody for his involvement.
He said Elechi alleged he was promised N3 million upon safe delivery of the drugs to somebody in Nigeria, adding he was in Nigeria preparatory to his wedding in January 2021.
By Admin
The Speaker Of The House Of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, has described Rt. Hon. Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe as an all time trusted colleague.
Gbajabiamila disclosed this when he presented a birthday cake to celebrates Rt. Hon. Jarigbe Agom as he marks his 50th birth anniversary.
This comes commendation came at the time when social media influencers took over the media space to eulogize the celebrated parliamentarian for his dogged disposition.
A woman has been accused of inflicting bodily harm on her young stepdaughter and subjecting the young girl to other forms of physical and mental abuse, IgbereTV reports.
The victim is identified as Husnah Habib, a class 4 student of Islamic school, Sheikh Abubakar Gummi Academy located in Asokoro, Abuja.
According to the video posted today by Hausa Blogger, Northern Hisbiscus, the young girl came to school on Tuesday morning, December 8, with burn wounds on her face and hand.
Below is Northern Hibiscuss’ post on Facebook:
“Reposted from @northern_hibiscuss #justiceforhusnahabib
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The girl before your screen is a class 4 student of sheikh Abubakar gummi kaduna.
She came with this burn wounds today and she was asked me ya faru.
Ta ce her step mom burnt her with a hot knife.
Apparently her mom are dad are no more together ta ce her mom ta koma katsina.
They reached out to the dad wai be san anyi ba.
My call is for authority su shiga maganar.
As of today Husnah would not be going home to her wicked step mom dan tace she will do more in ta koma gida.
If maman husnah ko yan uwan maman husnah see this please get your daughter.
Narrating her ordeal in the video, the young girl said that the stepmother put a kitchen knife on fire and when it became hot, she placed it on her face. The woman also got hold of her hand and placed it directly on the fire.
The young girl said she is scared of telling her father about her ordeal in the hands of his wife because it will earn her more punishment from the woman.
By Elijah Ugani
The member representing Ogoja/Yala federal constituency, Rt. Hon. Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe has stated that the steuggle for the emancipation of Cross River North Senatorial District continues as he celebrates his 50th birth anniversary.
The lawmaker used the opportunity to pray for those who were maimed and killed in the struggle during the PDP primaries election.
His message on his birthday is that we eschew bitterness in this game of politics and give room for participatory politics, rather than being dictatorial and suppressive.
The message reads in full “The Struggle for Emancipation continues, as I celebrate my 50th birthday.
“Politics is not War but I see some people take it personally. Its a game of wits. I accept defeat when I am outwitted and I think others should accept defeat when outwitted and re-strategize.
“Its as clear as crystals, the preference of the majority of the people in CRNorth as it concerns the Senate Seat. Its also obvious that the Gov wants to foist his Candidate on our people. He is actually using our common patrimony and State Resources to achieve this but that’s the politics. You use what you have, to get what you want, so no one should be bitter about it. He has a right to his ambitions. My only reservation is that, he doesn’t think others should express themselves because there is a Governor. I grew up in a home that encouraged me to be competitive and not timid.
“My message on my birthday is that we eschew bitterness in this game of politics and give room for participatory politics, rather than being dictatorial and suppressive.
“ITS A GAME. LET US ENJOY IT TOGETHER. NO BAD BLOOD. AT THE END, LET’S BE READY TO CONGRATULATE THE PERSON THAT EMERGES, BUT FOR NOW, ITS TOO EARLY TO DETERMINE.
“FINALLY, TO MY SUPPORTERS, I SAY, THE BATTLE JUST STARTED. LAMENTATIONS 3: 36 & 37.
“I remain unconquerable”.
The Special Assistant to Governor Ben Ayade of Cross River State, Mr Cyril Omini rejoices with Dr. Godwin Igile, Chairman of Cross River State Water Board Limited on the occasion of his 2020 birthday anniversary.
The Special Assistant shares the moment of joy with the entire Yakurr nation and the political associates of Dr. Igile, who lifestyle is exemplary and his philanthropic disposition is worthy of emulation that cuts across the length and breadth of the State.
Mr Omini believes Dr. Igile’s large heart and commitment to the development of youths within and beyond the shores of Yakurr Local Government Area will continue to stand him out for recognition and appreciation now and in the future.
He pray God to continue to blessed him with long life and give him more strength to serve God and Humanity.