Your mental health encompasses your overall well-being. It cannot be taken out of the equation, and must never be neglected. Practical ways to prioritize your mental health includes: being positive and productive, not living your life based on social media standards, loving and prioritizing yourself.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) held its 2023 awards on Monday, December 11, 2023 in Marrakech, Morocco. Below is the full list of winners at the 2023 CAF Awards: 2023 Men’s Player of the Year – Victor Osimhen (Nigeria) 2023 Women’s Player of the Year – Asisat Oshoala (Nigeria) 2023 Men’s Coach of the Year – Walid Regragui (Morocco) 2023 Women’s Coach of the Year – Desiree Ellis (South Africa) Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year – Yassine Bounou (Morocco) Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year – Chiamaka Nnadozie (Nigeria) Read also: Legislators Promise N350 Million to Restore Kaduna Community NTA Looses Veteran Newscaster Amotekun Arrest 62 Suspected Criminals in Ondo Goal of the Year – Mahmoud Kahraba’s 2023 National Team of the Year (MEN) – Morocco 2023 National Team of the Year (WOMEN) – Super Falcons (Nigeria) 2023 Men’s Young Player of the Year – Lamine Camara (Senegal) 2023 Women’s Young Player of the Year – Nesryne El Chad (Morocco) 2023 Men’s Interclub Player of the Year – Percy Tau (South Africa) 2023 Women’s Interclub Player of the Year – Fatima Tagnaout (Morocco) 2023 Club of the Year (MEN) – Al Ahly (Egypt) 2023 Club of the Year (WOMEN) – Sundowns Ladies (South Africa)
…no immediate reports of injuries were made after part of the 46-unit building came apart on Monday afternoon, City authorities said. A part of a 6-story building in the Morris Heights neighbourhood of the Bronx, New York, USA collapsed on Monday afternoon, December 11, 2023. There were no immediate reports of injuries, the Fire Department reported. Photographs and videos from the scene show rooms at the corner of the 46-unit building exposed like the walls had been pulled off. Lives disrupted by the partial collapse were evident from the rubble of the collapse. On the street below, walls and bricks lay in shambles just below the apartments, left exposed to the cold afternoon air. Firefighters stated that scaffolding had surrounded portions of the 6-story building structure prior to its collapse.
The Legislators’ Northern Caucus has promised the citizens of Kaduna State N350 million on Monday, 11th December 2023, to help restore Tudun Biri, a hamlet in Kaduna State that was unintentionally bombed by the Nigerian Army last week. A bomb that was meant to drive out criminals from Tudun Biri, in Kaduna State‘s Igabi Local Government Area, went off target, killing an estimated 120 innocent persons and injured numerous others. Alhassan Doguwa, the leader of the Northern House Caucus, declared on Monday, 11th December 2023, that he planned to travel to the region to offer condolences to the families and survivors. The legislators expressed their condemnation of the tragedy and their willingness to support the government in restoring normalcy to the area in a statement that the Kano congressman personally signed. “The Northern caucus has announced a monetary donation of Mr. Speaker and that of the Northern regional caucus of the Federal House of Representatives amounting to the sum of N45 million cash,” the statement said in part. Read Also: Kaduna: Bandits Killed Two, Nine Rescued NTA Looses Veteran Newscaster “The Northern caucus is to provide for various developmental projects ranging from the provision of health care facilities, blocks of classrooms, water boreholes, and a community town hall worth N350 million to support the Federal Government’s efforts in rebuilding the community.” Even as they bemoaned the ongoing violent campaigns by bandits and other criminal elements throughout the nation, the legislators praised “The charitable commitment of the Nigerian military and other security agencies for their patriotic commitments to combat the upsurge of insurgency, banditry and other criminal activities that plagued some parts of the country.” “Against the backdrop of such unshakable recurrent mishaps, the caucus has resolved to pay a condolence visit to commiserate with the government, and the leaders of the Tudun Biri community on Monday, 11th December 2023 to commiserate with survivors of the unfortunate incident,” the lawmakers said. “The purpose of the visit is to obtain firsthand accounts of the events that occurred and to enable the collection of valuable data to prevent such incidents in the future. “The caucus applauds the Tinubu-led Federal Government for addressing victims’ welfare and reaching out to them promptly.” The legislators have agreed to follow up with the Federal Government to make sure the victims and the community receive the proper compensation that the federal government promised. The legislators are prepared to offer the compensation’s legal foundation and to make sure that the compensation plan fairly represents the family of the deceased. The statement went on, “The caucus thanks the Government and governor of Kaduna State for keeping to their responsibility of protecting law and order in the state and appeals to the affected community and the leaders to remain calm and law-abiding.”
On Monday, 11th December 2023, the Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as the Amotekun, paraded no less than sixty-two individuals who are purportedly involved in a range of criminal operations around the state. The suspects were detained in several locations throughout the state’s eighteen local government districts, according to the state security corps. The State Commander of the Corps, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, paraded the suspects at the agency’s headquarters in Akure, the State Capital, and explained that the arrests were a part of the corps’ efforts to make sure the holiday season was free of crime. He claimed that with the help of other sister security agencies, Amotekun was able to make the arrests. Read also: Kaduna: Bandits Killed Two, Nine Rescued NTA Looses Veteran Newscaster Legislators Promise N350 Million to Restore Kaduna Community “Distress calls received, surveillance activities of Amotekun men, and all the security agencies in the state, inclusive of the Police, the NSCDC, the DSS, and the Nigeria Army, in various joint operations, led to the arrest of these suspected criminals,” Adeleye stated. “This ember month patrol is strategic because we are committed to ensuring the safety of people travelling via the state’s highways as well as the lives and property within Ondo State. All told, we were successful in apprehending roughly fifteen kidnappers. A few of them were armed.” “However, the sharp-eyed agents managed to apprehend a few of them, particularly in Akure North Local Government’s Ala/Dada/Ago Oyinbo axis. Additionally, there are some alleged kidnappers terrorising the Elegbeka axis in the state’s Ose LGA. Among them are armed robbers who were actually apprehended in the city of Akure as well as individuals who specialise in shoplifting.” The commander mentioned that one Usman Garuba, who was detained on charges of kidnapping and arson, was among the suspects. It was claimed that the suspect, an ex-convict, had set fire to a community. “Garuba was apprehended in the vicinity of the Ala/Dada/Ago-Oyinbo axis. He has successfully abducted more than nine victims and demanded a ransom. He once led five other people back to a village at night and set a community on fire because the villagers had tried to resist him. Thus, he is in our care and was previously incarcerated,” Adeleye said.
The Nigeria Television Authority (NTA) lost one of its veteran newscasters, Aisha Bello Mustapha. The news of her passing broke out in the early hours of Monday, 11 December 2023. The journalist passed away in Abuja following a brief illness. In the 1990s and 2000s, Aisha was a well-liked face on NTA network. Zainab Sabo, a family friend, who verified the death said that she will be buried later in the day in accordance with Islamic customs. Read also: Kaduna: Bandits Killed Two, Nine Rescued Legislators Promise e N350 Million to Restore Kaduna Community “On Monday, 11 December 2023, the funeral prayer will be held at Abuja Central Mosque.” Zainab said, “Mama (Aisha) is indeed dead, and we are going to miss her, and we pray God bless her soul.” However, the illness which led to her death is yet unknown. The late journalist spent 35 years working in the media profession until her retirement in May 2022.
The Christmas holiday is one family tradition I always look forward to. Apart from the fun and relaxation with friends and family, I always anticipate my Christmas clothes. My parents would always gift my siblings and I new clothes and shoes every Christmas holiday and it became a tradition. This is one age-old tradition has been passed from generation to generation and I will continually uphold and cherish. The cheesy feeling it brings and the love behind giving us those Christmas clothes makes it remarkable. Another family gathering I always look forward to is the cross overnight. Everyone in my family is always present as we share, pray, and plan for the new year. Yours might be different from mine. There are certain traditions your parents have instilled in you that have shaped you. I once had a friend who told me that every year, in honor of their mom’s birthday, they visit the orphanage to donate food items and clothing. In turn, this tradition made her regard the less privileged. Importance of Family Traditions Family traditions carry a special significance for all family members involved. As opposed to family routines which are often basic activities that are necessary to keep the family unit functioning. Family traditions help to make memories for families that last a lifetime. It provides children with a sense of security by providing continuity. It gives family members a strong sense of belonging. It helps pass on family values, including cultural and religious heritage. Conclusion Family traditions are always something to look forward to as they establish a foundation for family values and serve as special bonding experiences.
Sexual Assault is a silent pandemic in our contemporary society. It involves sexual actions that are carried out without the consent of the other party. It is a crime, and sexual assault affects the victim all around. This, sexual assault awareness must be carried out by you and me. Sexual Assault Awareness involves teaching people how to protect themselves from sexual assault, heal from sexual assault, and educate people to not be perpetrators of sexual assault. Read this article to read about sexual assault, sexual assault awareness, and stories of victims of sexual assault.
My daughter can never have Tuberculosis, God forbid!” Mrs. Kenneth exclaimed, her voice laced with exhaustion and determination. “That deadly disease will never come near my household.” But days later, the hospital confirmed Ose’s diagnosis: she had tuberculosis.
Education and energy crisis Education is the process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university. On the 10th of January, the transformer of Aluu broke down again, contributing to the energy crisis that has disrupted the academic activities and turned the educational pursuit of the students of the Federal University of Port Harcourt into a nightmare. Students of the prestigious University of Port Harcourt are crying out to the government to intervene as the poor energy Crisis has also forced them to stand in queues in public places to fetch bathing water before going to class every morning. What is effective learning without the aid of constant water and power supply if not misery? Students lament. Ikeh Chidera, Public Administration student in Uniport said that this energy crisis started many years ago when he started living in Port Harcourt. The poor power supply has affected everybody including the staff and students living in Aluu. Aluu is a community situated in Rivers State, Nigeria, near the building city of Port Harcourt. It is primarily a residential area and is known for its proximity to the University of Port Harcourt, making it a popular location for students and University staff. Impact of Energy Crisis on Student’s Education Currently, only 45% of Nigeria’s population is connected to the energy grid whilst power supply difficulties are experienced around 85% of the time and almost nonexistent in certain regions. According to a study published on “IREsearchNG,” titled “Epileptic Power Supply and Its Impact on the Academic Performance of University Students,” poor electricity supply in Nigeria significantly impacts students’ academic achievements, as the unreliable power supply hinders learning activities like research and teaching within educational institutions, leading to reduced productivity and affecting overall academic performance Ikeri Loveth, a 200-level student from the Department of Linguistics and Communication Studies, expressed her frustration about the poor power supply. “The light is not steady. NEPA PHCN brings the light once in a blue moon coupled with the fact that some compounds don’t have light due to inferior wires.” According to her, the poor power supply in Aluu, in conjunction with the high inflation rate in Nigeria, has crippled their means of survival. Due to power outages, students no longer read, as many find it convenient to read at night. Favor George, a 200-level student in Uniport and resident of Aluu, affirmed what Miss Ikeri Loveth said about their light not being steady. According to her, Aluu is overpopulated and is more than the power of the transformer which could be the cause of the power outage. She added that the poor power supply has forced many to miss lectures and skip important assignments and research as poor power supply has led to dead batteries of students’ phones and gadgets. Solution Based on the interviews with Uniport students who are residents of Aluu, there are a few things they think can be done to ease the burden the poor power supply has placed on students. Governments at Local, State, and Federal levels should look into the wires used in connecting these lights. The unproportional sharing of light proved without a doubt that the wires used for Aluu NEPA are inferior. The government should use its capacity to provide an extra transformer for Aluu light. The transformer’s constant explosion proves that it is overloaded. The Federal University of Port Harcourt has constant light and is thanks to the fact that they ON generator when the power supply goes off. Government, NGOs, and individuals should donate big generators to compounds occupied by students. By doing so, the light problem will be half solved. Also Read: coping with poverty in universities