BREAKING NEWS: Comic Nollywood Actor Dede One Day Is Dead

Comedian and Comic  Nollywood Actor Dede One Day Is dead.

The Aba born Comedian died in the early hours of Monday  after performing on an event yesterday.

Noble InformationS Learnt that the comic Actor died of Highblood pressure.

"One Day anchored a program for One Mr Charles Esonu yesterday in Aba, from there he went to Ugwunagbo for another event he was paid to anchor as Master of ceremony , but he couldn't conclude that event as he fail sick and was rushed to hospital over BP related issue and he died late in the Night" a Source said

Dede One Day who came to limelight through Comedy like Laugh With Me ventured into Nollywood some years ago and was able  to made a nitch in the Entertainment industry

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Fuel Subsidies To Benefit Both Rich And Poor – Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

Article written by former Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala for Financial Times.

The prop on petrol prices was hurting the national budget. Globally, government support for fossil-fuel subsidies will amount to almost $650bn this year. The cost of these subsidies far outweighs the benefits and burdens the middle classes. Reforming the system can make energy infrastructure more efficient, shore up public finances and allow more targeted spending on public services.

The idea is not a new one. In 2009, the G20 countries and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum committed themselves to cutting inefficient subsidies but progress has been limited. But in the context of the decline in oil prices, which benefits consumers, we have a golden opportunity to deliver reform.

About 30 countries, including my own, Nigeria, have already made efforts to phase out fossil-fuel subsidies. In spite of the difficulties, it is well worth the effort.

In 2012 in Nigeria we reformed petrol subsidies. Conscious that the public might be concerned, we ran an information campaign to explain how the savings would be used to help everyone. Political pressure, however, led to the policy being introduced earlier than planned and, as a result, the changescame as a shock to many. This led to protests and the reform had to be partially rolled back.

Despite this, we were right to act. Even phasing out half of the subsidies was a substantial achievement. Some $13bn worth of petrol subsidies, including many fraudulent claims, had burdened the national budget, and we were able to redirect some of those funds. Within a year, our programme to reinvest the savings meant we could finish the renovation of a north-south national railway, as well as introduce improved maternal and childcare services in 500 primary healthcare centres.

Using lessons learnt from Nigeria and other countries we can put together a set of best practices to follow. These include co-ordinated communication, implementation and redistribution efforts. Reform should also create a broad sense of political ownership, especially in fiscally decentralised countries.

One of the most common concerns about removing subsidies is that it will hurt the poor. But in reality the subsidies benefit high-income populations and industry much more than low-income households.

The International Monetary Fund has estimated that more than 40 per cent of fuel price subsidies in developing countries accrue to the richest 20 per cent of households, while 7 per cent of the benefits go to the poorest 20 per cent.

It makes more sense to remove subsidies and redirect cash into investments that go directly to those who need it most. That was the aim of Nigeria’s programme and it is being tried elsewhere. In Germany and Poland, for example, coal subsidy reforms were supported by cash assistance for workers affected by mine closures.

Governments attempting reform should tell the public well in advance of fuel price rises, and clearly explain measures that will be taken to support those affected. Ghana, for example, successfully used radio broadcasts to publicise an independent poverty and social impact analysis of subsidies.

Most of the best reform attempts have been staggered over time, rather than applied at once. Angola, India and Peru, for example, are first reducing subsidies for petrol, used mainly by wealthier people, before reducing those for diesel and kerosene, which are used by lower-income groups.

The benefits extend beyond the economic. Done correctly, phasing out subsidies will have the added bonus of lowering greenhouse gas emissions and reducing air pollution. In the context of the current effort to secure a global agreement of measures to combat climate change, that is great opportunity. Governments should seize it.

Credit: Financial Times

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#NoToSocialMediaBill: Senate responds to Nigerians’ backlash

The  leadership of the Senate has cautioned the general public against over sensationalizing the much maligned “social media bill” advising those opposed to any part of the bill to utilize the window of making vital inputs in order to ensure public participation before it is finally passed into law.

Chairman, Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs and Spokesperson of the 8^thSenate, Aliyu Sabi stated this in a statement advocating for public participation in  its review of the Anti-Frivolity bill as part of the Senate’s resolve to ensure that Nigerians participate in every bill before it’s passed into law.

Sabi regretted the wide misconception and misunderstanding of the objective of the bill, which he said was meant to protect all individuals and institutions, including journalists and social media users.

“The senate is committed to freedom of speech and a fully inclusive and participatory democracy. The process of passing a bill is comprehensive and provide for inputs to be taken from all and sundry.

“The first stage is merely to read the short title of the bill. The second stage is purely to debate the general principles.

“The next stage is committal of the bill to appropriate committee or committees for further detailed legislative action where the details, intendment and clause by clause implications of the bill is dissected by the committee.

“This stage also involves public hearing in which members of the public, civil society, nongovernmental organizations and all interested parties for or against the bill have the opportunity to shape and influence its content.

“The outcome from this committee stage is what will be finalized and then represented to the chamber for clause by clause consideration and approval or disapproval by the Senate. Thereafter, if the bill is approved, then the clean version of the bill is forwarded to the House of Representatives for concurrence or otherwise.”

The Senate had come under fierce attack form social media activist over a bill sponsored by its deputy majority leader Bala Ibn Na’Allah which was meant to punish anyone who parrot and broadcast false claims about any government official or institution without due diligence.

Sabi also reiterated that the anti-frivolity bill would go through the whole hog and there is no intention to make the process of passing this bill any different.

“Accordingly, the Senate wants to re-assure the public about this.  So, all those who are either for or against this bill or its part and any other one have ample opportunities to reshape it”.

“We will always ensure we pass laws which meet best practices across the world and indeed democratic scrutiny. Suggesting that the senate wants to pass a law not even practiced in China etc is being mischievous.

“This Senate is people-centred, pro-poor and participatory. We will always act in the best interest of the citizenry. In this regard, we are totally committed to performing our duties and discharging our responsibilities without let or hindrance.

“All those spreading hate campaigns as a result of the Anti-frivolity bill, hauling insults at and making derogatory comments on Senators of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the institution of the Senate are advised to key into the elaborate legislative process that a bill must pass through before becoming law if they are interested in shaping the outcome of the bill.

“This is the right way to go and part of the change we all aspire for our democracy

“The eighth Senate is totally committed to protecting the liberty of all Nigerians and the independence of the Senate and the legislative arm of government as we deepen our democratic journey.”

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Jesus Is Not Coming Back – Roman Catholic Leaders Says

A Spokesperson for the Vatican (Roman Catholic) has officially announced today that the second coming of Jesus, the only son of the God, may not happen now after all, but urged followers to still continue with their faith, regardless of the news.

Cardinal Giorgio Salvadore told WWN that this years 1,981st anniversary is to be the Vatican’s last in regards to waiting for the Lord to return to Earth.

“We just feel Jesus is not coming back by the looks of it.” he said.

“It’s been ages like. He’s probably flat out doing other really good things for people somewhere else.”

Nearly two thousand years ago, Jesus promised his disciples that he would come again in chapter John 14:1-3 of the bible:

“There are many homes up where my Father lives, and I am going to prepare them for your coming. When everything is ready, then I will come and get you, so that you can always be with Me where I am. If this weren’t so, I would tell you plainly”

The Vatican defended Jesus’ broken promise, claiming “he was probably drinking wine” at the time when he made the comments.

“Having the ability to turn water into wine had its ups and its downs.” added Cardinal Salvadore.

“We all make promises we can’t keep when we’re drunk. Jesus was no different.” The church said it will now focus attentions on rebuilding its reputation around the world, but will keep an optimistic mind for the savior’s second coming.

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NUC releases University rankings. Check where your school stands

The National University Commission (NUC), has released its annual university rankings and named University of Ibadan in Oyo state as the top tertiary institution in Nigeria.

The body, which is responsible for accreditation of schools, put University of Lagos in second place and rated Covenant University as the best private university.

Below is the 2015 Top 100 NUC University Ranking in Nigeria.

2015 TOP 100 University In Nigeria by NUC

1. University of Ibadan, UI

2. University of Lagos, Unilag

3. University of Benin, Uniben

4. Obafemi Awolowo University, OAU

5. Ahmadu Bello University, Abu

6. University of Ilorin, Unilorin

7. University of Jos, Unijos

8. University of Port Harcourt, Uniport

9. University of Maiduguri, Unimaid

10. University of Agriculture, Abeokuta,

11. Lagos State University, Lasu

12. Federal University of Technology, Futo

13. Covenant University, CU

14. University of Nigeria, UNN

15. Federal University of Technology, Futa

16. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Unizik

17. Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Esut

18. Pan African University

19. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology. lautech

20. Modibbo Adama University of Technology

21. African University of Science and Technology

22. University of Uyo, Uniuyo

23. Bayero University Kano, Buk

24. Ambrose Alli University, AAU

25. Redeemer’s University,

26. Babcock University

27. Federal University of Technology, Minna

28. University of Calabar, Unical

29. Michael Okpara University of Agriculture,

30. Ajayi Crowther University

31. Bowen University

32. Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Rsust

33. Lead City University

34. Crawford University

35. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, ATBU

36. Abia State University, Absu

37. Usmanu Danfodio University,

38. Igbinedion University

39. Imo State University, Imsu

40. Niger Delta University

41. Bells University of Technology

42. Kwara State University

43. Nasarawa State University

44. Caleb University

45. Obong University Obong

46. Adekunle Ajasin University

47. Ekiti State University,

48. American University of Nigeria

49. Joseph Ayo Babalola University

50. Veritas University Abuja

51. Afe Babalola University

52. Kaduna State University Kaduna

53. Osun State University Oshogbo …

54. Umaru Musa Yar’Adua University Katsina

55. Federal University, Ndufu-Alike Ndufu-Alike

56. Salem University Lokoja

57. Novena University Ogume

58. Achievers University, Owo Owo

59. Benson Idahosa University Benin City

60. Ebonyi State University Abakaliki

61. University of Abuja Abuja

62. University of Mkar Mkar

63. Madonna University Okija

64. Bingham University Auta Balifi

65. Plateau State University Bokkos

66. Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun

67. Federal University, Dutse Dutse

68. Nigerian Turkish Nile University Abuja

69. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University Lapai

70. Landmark University Omu-Aran

71. Delta State University, Abraka Abraka

72. University of Agriculture, Makurdi Makurdi

73. Renaissance University Enugu

74. Federal University, Otuoke Otuoke

75. Tai Solarin University of Education Ijebu-Ode 

76. Federal University, Oye-Ekiti Oye …

77. Kano State University of Technology Wudil

78. Tansian University Umunya …

79. Akwa Ibom State University Uyo

80. Baze University Abuja

81. Kebbi State University of Science and Technology Aliero

82. Benue State University Makurdi

83. Adeleke University Ede

84. Ondo State University of Science & Technology Okitipupa

85. Kogi State University Anyigba

86. Western Delta University Oghara

87. Federal University, Wukari Wukari

88. Paul University Awka

89. Caritas University Enugu

90. Federal University, Lafia Lafia

91. Cross River University of Science & Technology Calabar …

92. Fountain University Oshogbo

93. Al-Hikmah University Ilorin

94. Godfrey Okoye University Ugwuomu-Nike

95. Oduduwa University Ile Ife

96. Anambra State University Uli

97. Olabisi Onabanjo University Ago Iwoye …

98. Federal University, Lokoja Lokoja

99. Federal University, Kashere Kashere

100. Rhema University Obeama-Asa

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IPOB Alleges Plot To Extend Kanu’s Detention

• Monarch Calls For His Release 
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has accused the Federal Government of trying to paint a picture of a violent group and link them with Boko Haram in order to justify their continued detention and incarceration of their leader and Director, Radio Biafra, Mr. Nnamdi Kanu.

Spokesman of IPOB in Anambra state, Mr. Emma Powerful was reacting to the crisis that led to the shooting to death of nine persons and over 18 that sustained injuries on Wednesday at the Niger Bridge Head Onitsha and environs.

Powerful alleged that some persons in the country who became unsettled with their peaceful and non-violent protests in Southeast, have been busy looking for a way to provoke violence in their protests to discredit the people and make them look like Boko Haram.

He gave the names of the five IPOB members that were shot dead at about 1.30 am early Wednesday morning as Chima Onoh from Enugu state, Kenneth Ogadinma from Abia State, Angus Chikwado and Felicia Egwuatu from Anambra state, adding that the JTF also killed the young lady later identified as Nkiruka and tried to take her corpse away.

He said, “She was the same young lady that was alleged to have been hit by stray bullet at Obodoukwu road when the army and the Police were shooting sporadically around Upper Iweka and Owerri road in the name of dispersing the crowd.

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IPOB Alleges Plot To Extend Kanu’s Detention

• Monarch Calls For His Release 
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has accused the Federal Government of trying to paint a picture of a violent group and link them with Boko Haram in order to justify their continued detention and incarceration of their leader and Director, Radio Biafra, Mr. Nnamdi Kanu.

Spokesman of IPOB in Anambra state, Mr. Emma Powerful was reacting to the crisis that led to the shooting to death of nine persons and over 18 that sustained injuries on Wednesday at the Niger Bridge Head Onitsha and environs.

Powerful alleged that some persons in the country who became unsettled with their peaceful and non-violent protests in Southeast, have been busy looking for a way to provoke violence in their protests to discredit the people and make them look like Boko Haram.

He gave the names of the five IPOB members that were shot dead at about 1.30 am early Wednesday morning as Chima Onoh from Enugu state, Kenneth Ogadinma from Abia State, Angus Chikwado and Felicia Egwuatu from Anambra state, adding that the JTF also killed the young lady later identified as Nkiruka and tried to take her corpse away.

He said, “She was the same young lady that was alleged to have been hit by stray bullet at Obodoukwu road when the army and the Police were shooting sporadically around Upper Iweka and Owerri road in the name of dispersing the crowd.

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