The deadly Ebola virus crisis in Sierra Leone has cancelled Christmas celebration for some people.
The government has declared lockdown of at least three days in the north of the country to try to contain the epidemic.
Shops, markets and non-Ebola related travel services will be shut down, officials said.
Muslims and Christians are not allowed to hold services in mosques and churches throughout the lockdown except for Christians on Christmas Day.
Only vehicles officially assigned to Ebola-related assignments would be allowed to operate during the period.
The lock down would operate for at least three days but this could be extended if deemed necessary, officials said.
The Word Health Organization (WHO) says more than 7,500 people have died from the outbreak in West Africa so far,with Sierra Leone the worst hit.
Sierra Leone has the highest number of Ebola cases in West Africa, with more than 9,000 cases and more than 2,400 deaths since the start of the outbreak.
Sierra Leone has been in a state of emergency since July.
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December 25, 2014 | admin
Olivier Giroud says he gets a “special satisfaction” from scoring an old-fashioned centre forward’s header.
The France striker has found the net four times since returning from injury but it was his first goal against Newcastle United that gave him the greatest pleasure.
However, despite scoring four headers in his last five games against the Magpies, Giroud told Arsenal’s official matchday programme that his aerial ability is a skill he still needs to improve.
“It’s a special satisfaction because people say when you are tall you have to score more goals with your head,” he explained.
“I was a bit frustrated to miss the chance against Stoke because it could’ve been a good comeback when we were 1-0 down. It was a great delivery and I didn’t snatch it properly.
“I was telling myself that I will score the next cross and that was against Newcastle. Alexis made a good cross and the most important thing is that my timing was right. I had a run-up as well.
“It’s surprising to hear but headers aren’t my best quality. I have the timing but I still need to work on the technique. You always have a side you prefer more than the other one, so I try to work on it every week and it’s something I can improve,” Giroud said.
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December 25, 2014 | admin
Four suspected armed robbers have been confirmed dead following an encounter with the Police along Kano-Zaria road.
Addressing a news conference, the state Police Commissioner, Aderinle Shinaba, said that the robbers were in the process of wrecking havoc while people were celebrating Christmas.
The robbers were operating at Kwanar Dan-Gora, some 30 Kilometers away from Kano, while people were celebrating Christmas.
Police said that the suspected robbers opened fire on sighting the Police van which resulted to their death as the Police responded with superior firepower.
The Police Commissioner in Kano said that several others ran away as three pistols, rounds of ammunition as well charms and amulet were recovered from the robbers.
Residents have been asked to continue with their celebrations of Christmas and New Year as Police is on top of any situation that may arise.
The Police have also called on resident to remain vigilant and report any suspicious individual or object to the nearest police station or check point.
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December 25, 2014 | admin
The court martial sitting in Abuja, on Wednesday night, delivered its verdict in the case of conspiracy to commit mutiny and incitement of mutiny involving 5 soldiers.
LCPL Sule Ochehepo was discharged and acquitted, while LCPL Bankole Taiwo, LCPL Bankole Olawale, LCPL Isaiah Olofu and PTE Adebayo Gbenga were convicted and sentenced to death.
The allegation against the soldiers was that they asked “inciting questions” from their Commanding Officer of 81 Batallion when he addressed them on September 14, 2013.
The questions pertained to the corpses of some of their colleagues brought to the camp after they were killed by the Boko Haram terrorists due to lack of weapons.
The charge of mutiny was that the 5 soldiers “incited soldiers of 81 Bn to mutiny against the authority of 7 Division of Nigerian Army”.
They pleaded double jeopardy that they had been tried summarily by their Commanding Officer, convicted and sentenced and that they had served the punishment.
The record of proceedings of the earlier trial was tendered and admitted in evidence by the court martial but the court martial headed by Brig-General M.S Yusuf did not consider the defence of the soldiers.
Altogether, 71 soldiers have been sentenced to death for protesting against the non-payment of salaries and allowances and failure of the authorities to provide equipment to confront the well-equipped Boko Haram troops.
Hundreds of other soldiers are currently awaiting trial in Abuja, Jos and Lagos for mutiny, negligence and cowardice and allied offences.
They are due to be arraigned after the Christmas vacation.
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December 25, 2014 | admin
Anambra State Governor, Willie Obiano, in his special Christmas message to the people of Anambra State, says the 2014 Christmas for Nigerians is a time to heal the country with love.
He observed that in the outgoing year, while the nation reeled from the shock waves of bloodbath caused by terrorists in the North, they suddenly woke to the horrifying nightmare of the Ebola Virus epidemic which ultimately, with love, the country triumphed over.
He noted that victory over the Ebola virus disease is a proof that victory is sure if Nigerians are united in love against any enemy.
Governor Obiano also said that though the optimum was yet to be attained in building bonds of love and unity in Anambra State, he had no doubt that the chances were brighter than before.
He said that with the bold efforts being made on expanded security network in the state, as well as the struggle in strengthening the bonds of brotherhood in the hearts of the people, the bonds of love would be more strengthened in the state.
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December 25, 2014 | admin
December 25, 2014 | admin
December 25, 2014 | admin
As Nigerians join Christians all over the world to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, Ogun State Governor, Ibikunle Amosun has called for prayers for a peaceful 2015 General Elections in the nation.
Amosun, in his Christmas message, signed by his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Mrs Olufunmilayo Wakama, said with prayers, the country can overcome the insurgency and blood letting currently being carried out in some parts of the country.
The governor also urged parents to be vigilant and ensure that their children and wards are not used as tools for violence during campaigns and the forth coming elections.
“Let me appeal to parents to keep watchful eyes on their children and wards, so that they do not become ready tools for some politicians who do not wish them well.
“As the various political parties begin their campaigns and we move towards the election period, let us always pray for our nation and shun all forms of violence. We are Nigerians and we have nowhere else to go. We should also pray that God touches the hearts of those shedding the blood of innocent citizens,” he added.
While wishing Christian faithful a Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year, the governor also thanked residents of the state for their support, which he noted, has led to the tremendous achievements of his administration in the past 45 months.
He admonished them to continue to live in peace and harmony, which the state is now known for, adding that their support would never be taken for granted.
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December 25, 2014 | admin
December 25, 2014 | admin
December 25, 2014 | admin
