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NGO proposes strategies to tackle insecurity in Nigeria
A non-profit organisation, the Initiative for Economic Development Communication has unveiled a report to help address the spate of insecurity in Nigeria. The report titled “Unravelling Nigeria’s Insecurity crisis: The urgent need for a lasting solution,” recommends regional and international collaboration, humanitarian and conflict resolution, strategic security policy and legal framework, and a problem-specific approach
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A non-profit organisation, the Initiative for Economic Development Communication has unveiled a report to help address the spate of insecurity in Nigeria. The report titled “Unravelling Nigeria’s Insecurity crisis: The urgent need for a lasting solution,” recommends regional and international collaboration, humanitarian and conflict resolution, strategic security policy and legal framework, and a problem-specific approach
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VIDEO: LASTMA investigates viral video of individuals filming on Lagos road
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has launched an investigation into a viral video showing two individuals filming a scene on Ozumba Mbadiwe Road, in the Victoria Island of Lagos State without official authorisation. The video shows one of the young men exiting a grey Camry parked in the middle of the road, sitting
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The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has launched an investigation into a viral video showing two individuals filming a scene on Ozumba Mbadiwe Road, in the Victoria Island of Lagos State without official authorisation. The video shows one of the young men exiting a grey Camry parked in the middle of the road, sitting
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Hamas backs Iran’s attack on Israel
Hamas praised Iran’s missile attack on Israel on Tuesday and said it was in revenge for the killings of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah. “The Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) blesses the heroic rocket launches carried out by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in Iran against wide areas of our occupied lands,”
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Hamas praised Iran’s missile attack on Israel on Tuesday and said it was in revenge for the killings of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah. “The Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) blesses the heroic rocket launches carried out by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in Iran against wide areas of our occupied lands,”
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66 countries to participate in 7th edition of KILAF — Organisers
No fewer than 66 countries are expected to participate in the 7th edition of the Kano Indigenous Languages of Africa Film Market and Festival, KILAF, scheduled for 30th November, 2024. The event, which would be held under the distinguished chairmanship of Professor Emmanuel Emasealu, has released the list of nominated films for the KILAF ’24
66 countries to participate in 7th edition of KILAF — Organisers
No fewer than 66 countries are expected to participate in the 7th edition of the Kano Indigenous Languages of Africa Film Market and Festival, KILAF, scheduled for 30th November, 2024.
The event, which would be held under the distinguished chairmanship of Professor Emmanuel Emasealu, has released the list of nominated films for the KILAF ’24 Awards.
KILAF founder and Chief Executive Officer, Abdulkareem Mohammed made the disclosure while addressing a news conference at the NUJ Press Centre, Kano on Tuesday.
KILAF is the African continent’s indigenous languages’ annual film event that was started in 2018. It is a festival promoting such films while encouraging their cross-border sales.
He said KILAF has so far created an appropriate and conducive platform, attracting participation from across the world.
“As usual, this year’s event promises to be enriching, engaging and fulfilling. It has attracted 510 global film entries for its competition from 66 countries; out of which 35 African nations accounted for 430 film entries. 57 films from 16 countries have made it to the nomination list. They are all eligible to win any of the 17 categories of KILAF ’24 Film Competition,” he said.
According to him, the five-day long gathering will feature various activities that promote interactive engagements in a carefully curated programme that is an evolution of a united African front of and for the creative arts, economy, culture and tourism.
He said the engaging activities lined up include Welcome Dinner for all participants, to be hosted by the Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf.
Other programmes are KILAF ’24 Conference with the theme, “Forging Cultural Identity in a Multilingual Africa: The Role of Indigenous Language Films” in collaboration with the Faculty of Communication, Bayero University and
Master classes that unveil capacity building opportunities from ‘Script 2 Screen,’ organised by a distinguished film maker and academic, Dr. Victor Okhai, who is the President of the Directors’ Guild of Nigeria, DGN.
Also Women in Media Business Summit is expected to be chaired by Hajiya Hannatu Musa Musawa, the Honorable Minister of Culture, Arts and Creative Economy and to be presented by a renown Ugandan moderator, media professional and Managing Director of Tassle Films, Atusasiire Barbara, in collaboration with Shafana Innovative Hub, an entrepreneur developmental NGO based in Kano.
66 countries to participate in 7th edition of KILAF — Organisers
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64th Independence: IPMAN seeks direct petrol supply
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria has urged the Federal Government to allow its members to source a direct supply of petroleum products to ease the pressure in the sector. The Chairman of IPMAN, Enugu Depot in charge of Anambra, Ebonyi and Enugu States, Mr Chinedu Anyaso, said this in his 2024 Independence message
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Osun becoming model for others, says Adeleke
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has rated his administration’s performance in the various sectors highly, noting that the state is becoming a model for other states in the country. Adeleke disclosed this at the 64th Independence Day celebration held at the Osogbo City Stadium in the state capital on Tuesday. The governor, who was represented
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FG begins distribution of 2,000 CNG-powered tricycles
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The Federal Government, through the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative and the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, has unveiled the distribution of 2000 CNG-Powered Tricycles to empower Nigerian youths. The unveiling held at the Old Parade Ground in Abuja on Tuesday, was part of activities to commemorate the 64th anniversary of Nigeria’s Independence. In his
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Nwabali Names Mamelodi Sundowns’ Williams World’s Best Goalkeeper
Stanley Nwabali has named Mamelodi Sundowns’ Rowen Williams the best goalkeeper in the world. Williams is among the goalkeepers nominated for the Ballon d’or award. The 32-year-old had a stellar…
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France’s new prime minister vows to curb debt
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JUST IN: Man United win Bruno Fernandes red card appeal, cleared to play
Manchester United’s captain, Bruno Fernandes, is set to feature in the club’s next three Premier League games after the club’s appeal against his recent red card was upheld. A late Tuesday statement on the club’s website disclosed this. It was titled, “Bruno Fernandes Update.” “Bruno Fernandes will be available for Manchester United’s next three games
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Manchester United’s captain, Bruno Fernandes, is set to feature in the club’s next three Premier League games after the club’s appeal against his recent red card was upheld. A late Tuesday statement on the club’s website disclosed this. It was titled, “Bruno Fernandes Update.” “Bruno Fernandes will be available for Manchester United’s next three games
