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IMF Forecasts Greater Financial Increase For Nigeria In 2021

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 The International Monetary Fund has projected an financial increase of 2.5 per cent for Nigeria in 2021. This is greater than the 1.5 per cent IMF’s 2021 forecast until now introduced for the united states of america in January. The Washington-based organization made this regarded in its April World Economic Outlook record acquired on Tuesday. Reports suggests that Nigeria passed recession as its Gross Domestic Product recorded a moderate boom of 0.11 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2020, in accordance to figures from the National Bureau of Statistics printed in February 2021. The agency additionally forecast a 3.4 percentage boom for the Sub-Saharan Africa location in 2021. Part of the document read, “Following a sharp drop in 2020, solely a moderate and multispeed healing is anticipated in Latin America and the Caribbean in 2021. Thanks to the international manufacturing rebound in the 2d 1/2 of 2020. Growth handed expectations in some massive exporting international locations in

Nigeria Now Divided Between Those Who Want One Nigeria And Separationists Says Fani-Kayode

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 Former minister of aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode says Nigerians are no longer divided between the ruling All Progressives Congress and its foremost opposition, the Peoples Democratic Party. He disclosed that the soul of the united states is now torn between these who accept as true with that Nigeria is nevertheless higher as one and these agitating for separate sovereign nations. He went in addition to country that the preference of the man or woman that will become the nation’s subsequent President will decide the destiny of Nigeria in 2023. Fani-Kayode printed this on Tuesday on his Twitter web page whilst reacting to the nation of chaos and anxiety presently ravaging the country. “The battle in Nigerian politics is no longer between the two primary parties, specifically PDP & APC, however between the integrationists, who accept as true with in a united, unbreakable Nigeria & the separatists who agree with in the balkanization of our united states of America into quite a number

California Calls For Blood Donation Amid "Increase In Covid19 Cases"

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The California Department of Public Health on Saturday released a request for blood donation as  state battles "increase in Covid19 cases" ".   "Blood centers are in urgent need of all blood groups right now with the increase in Covid19 cases," the department tweeted on Saturday.  The state took a sad step on Friday when it reported 585 Covid19-related deaths, the highest on record.   Additional medical personnel, including members of the National Guard  and United States Army and Air Force health care providers, were mobilized to provide assistance to the overrun.

Florida Reports More Than 31,000 New Cases Of Covid19 On Saturday

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  After the Florida Department of Health did not release a Covid19 report yesterday in recognition of the New Years holiday, another 31,518 cases of Covid19  were reported in state today, according to ministry data.   There are 1,354,833 total cases of Covid19  in the state, the Florida Covid19 data dashboard showed.  220 new coronavirus-related deaths were also  reported on Saturday, bringing the total number of deaths in the state to 22,210, according to the state's health department.   According to the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration, there are currently 6,701 people hospitalized with Covid19 in the state.

U-turn As Schools And Rising Covid Cases Crash Expectation of new year easing

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Government hopes for a new year easing of the Covid pandemic are unravelling, with ministers forced into a U-turn on reopening primary schools and hospitals across the country struggling with rising numbers of severely ill patients. As the crisis escalates, the Nightingale hospital built in London’s ExCeL centre is expected to take Covid patients next week, for the first time since the spring. Hospitals in east London are under extraordinary pressure, while Essex and Buckinghamshire have both declared a major incident, which enables local leaders to seek government support. Other major hospitals around the country are preparing for the worst. Government hopes for a new year easing of the Covid pandemic are unravelling, with ministers forced into a U-turn on reopening primary schools and hospitals across the country struggling with rising numbers of severely ill patients. As the crisis escalates, the Nightingale hospital built in London’s ExCeL centre is expected to take Covid patients

Nerc Denies Electricity Tariff Increment By 50%

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The management of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has stated that there is no 50 per cent increment in electricity tariff. Micheal Faloseyi NERC spokesman refuted the reported increase in a statement on Tuesday.   “The commission states without doubt that no approval has been granted for 50 per cent tariff increase in the tariff order for Electricity Distribution Companies (DISCOs) which took effect from January 1, 2021,” The tariff for customers on Service Bands D and E (customers being served less than an average of 12 hours of supply per day for a period of one month) remains frozen and subsidised in line with the policy direction of the Federal Government. he stated.  In compliance with the Electric Power Sector Reforms Acts (EPRSA) and the nation’s tariff methodology for biannual review, the rates for Service Bands A, B, C, D and E have been adjusted by N2.00 to N4.00 per kWhr to reflect the partial impact of inflation and movement in foreign exchange

Nigeria Federal Government Extends NIN-SIM Linkage Deadline By 8 Weeks

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The ongoing National Identification Number (NIN) and Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) integration exercise has been extended by 8 weeks, with a new deadline of April 6, 2021. This message was conveyed by the Honorable Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Ali  Ibrahim during the meeting of the Ministerial Taskforce on NIN-SIM registration which held on the 1st of February 2021.  Dr. Pontami stated that the extension is to give Nigerians and legal residents more time to integrate their NIN with the sim. The meeting was chaired by the Honorable Minister and attended by key stakeholders, including the CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) of the National Identity Management commission (NIMC) of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NIDA) and the Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operations of Nigeria (ALTON). It was reported that a total of 56.18 million NINs have been collected by the mobile network operators. Each

Natural Ways To Keep Your Skin Glowing Everyday

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When it comes to skin care goals, the word "glowing" seems to universally rank top of mind. So in the pursuit of a healthy, radiant complexion, we scoured the research, tapped experts, and looked to time-tested rituals to find the best of the best advice. Your skin is the largest organ that you have, so you want to take care of it. Glowing skin is typically seen as a sign of health and vitality. Dull or dry skin, on the other hand, can make you feel less than your best. Here are some natural ways to keep your skin glowing everyday:    1. DRINK ENOUGH WATER   Your skin is made up of cells that need water to function well. The connection to drinking water and having healthy skin is still ongoing, but at least one 2015 study trusted Source concluded there’s a strong link between drinking more water and having healthier skin. water evaporates from the skin, you need to constantly replenish your body with water. If you don’t, your skin will end up dry and saggy. Drink at

Nigeria Police Force Begins Enforcement Of COVID-19 Law, Targets: Worship Centers, Schools, Public Transport And Other Vehicles, Etc.

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  The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, has command full enforcement of the COVID-19 Health Protection Regulations.  President Muhammadu Buhari on January 26, signed the executive law. Adamu instruct  Assistant Inspectors General of Police in the 17 zonal commands, Commissioners of Police in 36 and the Federal Capital Territory to make sure there is an immediate implementation.  Frank Mba,  Force Public Relations Officer  made the announcement in a statement on Monday. The inspector said the regulation gives the Nigeria Police and other agencies of government the powers to implement and prosecute defaulters. Police officers will target public places, worship centers, offices, schools, event centers, bars, clubs, malls banks, public transport vehicles, among others.  Restrictions are to be enforced on gatherings and the use of face masks. He advised the public to voluntarily adhere with the provisions of the law for general safety. The inspector advised officers to be firm, p

JUAC And FCDA Are Embarking On The Strike Over The Non-Implementation Of The FCT Civil Service Commission Act.

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  The Joint Unions Action Committee in the Federal Capital Territory Administration and the Federal Capital Development Authority, have published plans to embark on an indefinite strike. It was once gathered that the JUAC and FCDA are embarking on the strike over the non-implementation of the FCT Civil Service Commission Act. JUAC Chairman, Matilukoro Korede, disclosed this on Monday whilst briefing journalists in Abuja. According to him, the FCT Civil Service Commission Act couldn’t stay on the shelf whilst the administration persevered to refuse people the advantages that would accrue from it. Korede stated that the simply concluded three-day-warning strike final week was once a signal that troubles affecting their welfare wouldn’t be in addition subjected to political bottlenecks. According to him, the joint unions in FCTA and FCDA have been organized for an indefinite strike that would cripple all government activities. He said, “It will additionally supply an probability to FCT em