The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has launched an investigation in the incident of boat accident in Ebe community, Kupa South local government area of Kogi State on Friday, with a vow to prosecute the captain and owner of the ill-fated boat. In a statement by the Authority, a copy of which was made available to LEADERSHIP, NIWA’s managing director, Bola Oyebamiji, said the boat operator deliberately disobeyed the extant law on waterways. According to the statement, the ill-fated boat operated from an abandoned jetty at 1am on Friday, with intent to beat NIWA’s tight surveillance on the waterways. NIWA,…
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Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, will this Sunday, December 1, 2024, declare open the 43rd edition of the Federation of Public Service Games (FEPSGA) being hosted by the state. The state’s commissioner for Information and Communications, Warisenibo Joe Johnson, disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen in Port Harcourt on Sunday morning. Johnson stated that the opening ceremony scheduled for 12 noon at the Sharks Stadium, Port Harcourt, will have in attendance dignitaries from all walks of life, including federal government officials. He stated that over 8,000 athletes from 80 ministries, departments and agencies of federal government,…
Christmas is a perfect time to blend style with comfort, and dressing your boys in the latest fashionable pieces can elevate their holiday look. Here’s a guide to help you dress them stylishly this Christmas with the latest trendy jeans, shirts, and shoes. 1. Stylish Jeans The foundation of a trendy Christmas outfit is a great pair of jeans. Look for a pair that combines comfort and style. Here are some options for the latest denim trends: Slim-fit Or Skinny Jeans: These jeans are a classic and remain a popular choice for their tailored look. Choose dark washes or subtle…
Next to a pair of clean white sneakers, there’s no other shoe that’s quite as versatile as loafers. And it’s no wonder — they have a dressier appeal than sneakers, are roomier than ballet flats, and provide more coverage than a sandal. But perhaps the thing we love most about loafers is that they give us something we all want: Options. From casual penny loafers to fancier horsebit loafers, there exists a slew of styles that fall under the loafer umbrella. Loafers are inherently an oxymoron. Their name exudes the essence of an idler and slacker, but women’s loafers themselves…
Can you give us an idea of what you intend to achieve in your second term in office? In the last four years, I have tried to make the agency a solid bedrock for the development of our nation by initiating many reforms to make the agency the champion of economic growth. Now that the consolidation and rebranding are over, our focus is to make research all-encompassing, especially scientific research. In all aspects of life, biotechnology plays a key role that is why we have four technical departments. We have agriculture biotechnology department, environmental biotechnology department, industrial biotechnology department and…
Algeria has been confirmed as the host of the 3rd All Africa Military Games (AMGA). The north African nation received the baton of the hosting right for the next edition of the games following the successful conclusion of the second All Africa Military Games 2024 in Abuja on Saturday night, November 30, 2024. AMGA 2024 ended with a colourful closing ceremony at the main bowl of Moshood Abiola National Stadium Abuja, featuring Nigerian musical star Omawumi and Nigerian cultural troupe showcasing Nigeria’s culture and unity in diversity. Team Nigeria Armed Forces overwhelming won AMGA 2024 with 234 medals, comprising of…
Former England international Joe Cole believes Chelsea has what it takes to mount a stromg title challenge in the Premier League this season. He made this known on the backdrop of the team’s impressive position on the league table, where they sit fourth place. Speaking with Mail Sport, Cole tipped Chelsea to push Liverpool all the way if they can start to close the gap at the top between now and the end of the year. ‘I think if they can be at the turn of the year after the Christmas period, if they’re within six points I think they…
Lewis Hamilton has said he is “definitely not fast any more” after another disappointing qualifying performance in his final season at Mercedes. Hamilton’s comments came after he qualified seventh for the sprint race at the Qatar Grand Prix. The seven-time champion, who is joining Ferrari next season, was 0.399 seconds slower than team-mate George Russell, who will start the sprint race second behind McLaren’s Lando Norris. Hamilton said: “Same as every other qualifying – not that great. “I’m just slow. Same every weekend. Car felt relatively decent. You know, no issues. Not really much more to say.” Hamilton is the…
La Liga leaders Barcelona’s 125th anniversary celebrations were dampened as they fell to a surprise defeat against struggling Las Palmas. The visitors went in front when former Barca striker Sandro fired a low effort across goal to a chorus of boos and whistles from the home crowd. Barca captain Raphinha equalised for the hosts with an unstoppable low drive into the net. Wolves loanee Fabio Silva scored his fifth league goal of the campaign to restore Las Palmas’ lead, slotting into the bottom corner after latching on to Javi Munoz’s superb pass. The result means Las Palmas climb to 14th…
Cancer is a relentless disease that knows no boundaries. It affects people of all ages and backgrounds, making it one of the world’s leading causes of death. Annually, about 19 million new cancer cases are recorded globally, with nearly 10 million lives lost. However, with early detection, prevention, and proper care, many of these deaths can be avoided. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), early diagnosis of cancer improves chances of successful treatment. When cancer care is delayed or inaccessible, there is a lower chance of survival. Studies have shown that survival improves when cancer is detected early, as…