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Therapy Therapy, also known as psychotherapy, is a type of treatment that helps individuals cope with mental health issues, emotional challenges, or behavioral problems. It involves talking to a trained therapist who can provide guidance, support, and tools to help you manage your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Lifestyle: Health Benefit Of Exercise Goals of Therapy 1. Improve mental health: Manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health conditions. 2. Develop coping skills: Learn effective ways to deal with stress, relationships, or challenging situations. 3. Enhance self-awareness: Gain a better understanding of yourself, your values, and your goals. 4. Improve relationships: Develop healthier communication patterns and relationships with others. Benefits of Therapy 1. Increased self-awareness: Gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your emotions. 2. Improved emotional regulation: Learn to manage your emotions and respond to challenging situations more...

Governor Monday Okpebholo orders immediate freezing of State bank accounts, Abolishes Roads and Bridges Ministry, reverts to Ministry of Works  Benin City- 14/11/2024 Gov Okpebholo orders immediate freezing of State bank accounts  *Abolishes Roads and Bridges Ministry, reverts to Ministry of Works Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State, on Thursday, ordered the freezing of all State-owned bank accounts with immediate effect, until further notice.  The Governor has also warned commercial banks, heads of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to comply with the order immediately without any delays. Governor Okpebholo warned that anyone, including heads of MDAs and civil servants who flout the order will be severely punished. “All bank accounts in all the commercial banks have been frozen. Commercial banks must comply with the order and ensure that not a dime is taken out of the confers of Government until there is a further notice.  “Heads of Ministries, Departmen...

BREAKING NEWS: Bandits in Zamfara State received ransom through bank transfer.  After transferring N2 million to their bank account as requested, they later instructed that additional millions be delivered to a specified location according to my source the incident happened in Shinkafi LGA, Zamfara State. CC: https://x.com/DanKatsina50/status/1842582785061449928

info247naija youth pic Living Healthy: A Guide for Youth Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is one of the most important things you can do as a young person. Your youth is the foundation for your future health and well-being, and establishing healthy habits early will not only help you feel good now but also set you up for success in the long run. Here’s how you can start living a healthy life today: 1. Eat Balanced Meals Your body is still growing and developing, so it's essential to give it the right fuel. A balanced diet doesn’t have to be boring or restrictive—it's all about variety and making smart choices. -Fruits and Vegetables: Aim to include fruits and vegetables in every meal. They are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber that help keep your body functioning optimally.    - Proteins: Protein helps build muscle and repair tissues. Include lean proteins like chicken, fish, beans, and eggs in your diet. - Whole Grains: Choose whole grains over processed ones (e.g., brown...

NDLEA arrests Canadian woman for importing ‘Canadian Loud’ at Lagos airport  The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA)says it has arrested a 41-year-old Canadian woman, Adrienne Munju, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA Ikeja Lagos for importing a large consignment of ‘Canadian Loud’,

Commencement of Crude Oil and Refined Products Sales in Naira Effective October 1st, 2024 The Hon. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy announced that, in line with the Federal Executive Council (FEC) directive, the sale of crude oil and refined petroleum products in Naira has officially commenced as of October 1st, 2024. Following a meeting of the Implementation Committee, chaired by the Hon. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy on October 3rd, 2024, to conduct a post-commencement review of the Crude Oil and Refined Products Sales in Naira initiative, the commencement of this strategic initiative was affirmed by key stakeholders.  The meeting included the Hon. Minister of State, Petroleum (Oil), the Special Adviser to the President on Revenue, the Special Adviser to the President on Energy, the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), the representative of the Chairman of Dango...

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Court Jails 39 Internet Fraudsters in Abakaliki A Federal High Court sitting in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, presided over by Justices H. I. O. Oshomah and M. T. Segun-Bello has convicted and sentenced thirty-nine (39) internet fraudsters to different jail terms. The convicts were jailed after pleading guilty to a one-count separate charges bordering on obtaining by false presence, personation and possession of fraudulent documents upon arraignment by the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. The convicts are, Udeh Chimuanya John, Nnadi Raphael Ogomegbunam, Ani Mmesoma Emmanuel, Benjamin Obinna Ezema, Onoja Chukwuemeka Miracle, Frank Egesionu, Nze Uchenna Divine,ss  Ikegwu Matthew Chukwuma, Ugwu Henry Izuchukwu, Chidiobi Kelechi Sylvester, Erozona Emmanuel Omeya, Aruma Chidiebere Emmanuel, Amaechi Shiloh Chukwuelotam, Ajibo Sunday Chiweokwu, Amadi Mbakaogu, Emeka Ogwa, Miracle Ezema Ebube, Nwobodo Joel Obinna, Eze Emmanuel, Raymond Ugochukwu Emm...

RIVERS ELECTIONS: NPF ACTIONS IN CONFORMITY WITH SUBSISTING COURT ORDER, REMAINS POLITICALLY NEUTRAL The Nigeria Police Force has noted with concern the recent statements made by the Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency Siminalayi Fubara, in which several unfounded allegations were leveled against the Office of the Inspector-General of Police and the Nigeria Police Force. In light of these claims, it has become necessary to set the record straight. Firstly, it is important to clarify that there is a subsisting Federal High Court order barring the Nigeria Police Force from participating in the Rivers State elections. This order was duly served on both the NPF and the Rivers State Government. As a law-abiding institution, the IGP instructed the Commissioner of Police in Rivers State to strictly adhere to this court order by refraining from any direct involvement in the election process. However, in the evening of 3rd October,2024, The commissioner of police Rivers State, received rep...

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N110.4bn Fraud: Court orders Yahaya Bello to appear for Arraignment Justice Maryanne Anenih of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT in Maitama, Abuja on October 3, 2024, has issued a public summon against former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Adoza Bello following his absence in a fresh arraignment on 16-count charges preferred against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. Bello, Shuabu Oricha and Abdulsalami Hudu are facing prosecution bordering on criminal breach of trust, and conspiracy to commit an offence to the tune of N110.4 Billion. Justice Anenih issued the summon in a ruling following an ex parte application by EFCC counsel, Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN praying the court to grant leave that the defendant be served the charges via substituted means,  following his absence in court to answer charges filed against him on  September 24, 2024. The court ordered that the charges be served on the defendant at his known residence, No 4, Benghazi Street, Maitama, Ab...

FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART, HAPPY 20th ANNIVERSARY TO LEADERSHIP  @LeadershipNGA  Former President Muhammadu Buhari has lauded the 20 years of the Leadership newspapers and remarked that the publication is a phenomenal platform for contributing to national progress and well-being, positivity and collective goodness. In a message addressed to the chairperson, management and staff of the newspapers to mark the occasion, the former President equally congratulated them on their success in keeping in line with the hope and aspirations of the founding chairman, late Sam NDA-Isaiah, whom he said was a friend who made immeasurable contributions to his political odysseys. “Leadership continues as a personification of the ideals that the late Sam had for a platform celebrating positivity. I have always cherished the Leadership newspapers over the years as a platform celebrating positivity and collective goodness. “Let me use this opportunity to make an open acknowledgement of the treme...

EFCC Arraigns Five for N25m Fraud in Maiduguri The Maiduguri Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, September 19,  2024, arraigned Hamza Dauda Umar, Abdulrahman Goni, and Abdulmutalib Abdullahi before Justice Muhammad Maina of the Borno State High Court, sitting in Maiduguri, for fraud. The trio were docked on a twelve-count charge bordering on obtaining money by false pretence, criminal breach of trust, conspiracy, using forged documents as genuine, false information and forgery to the tune of N3,300,000.00 (Three Million, Three Hundred Thousand Naira only). Count five of the charge reads: “That you, Hamza Dauda Umar, Abdulrahman Goni, and Abdulmutalib Abdullahi and Bashir Dawud (now at large) on or about December, 2023 in Maiduguri, Borno State within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court did agree amongst yourselves to do an illegal act, to wit: mischief and thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Sections ...

 The Director of News  …………………………….  PRESS RELEASE  NPF CONDEMNS, DISSOCIATES SELF FROM UNAUTHORIZED POLITICAL COMMENTS BY SUPERNUMERARY POLICE OFFICER As IGP Orders Arrest, Investigation The Nigeria Police Force has been made aware of a recent video evidencing political comment by an individual dressed in a Spy Police uniform regarding the upcoming Edo State gubernatorial elections, which has been circulating on social media platforms. The NPF strongly condemns this act and clarifies that the individual is not a regular officer of the Nigeria Police Force, but a Supernumerary (Spy) Police Officer employed by a private company. Supernumerary Police Officers are private individuals trained by the Nigeria Police for specific security functions, primarily within their place of employment. They are not on the payroll of the NPF and do not swear to the oath of allegiance like  sworn regular police officers, thus they have the right to belong to any political party of...

OPay to applies a transfer fee of N50 for transactions exceeding N10,000. OPay has introduced a new fee for electronic transfers into both personal and business accounts, in accordance with the regulations set forth by the Federal Inland Revenue Service. Beginning September 9, 2024, there will be a one-time charge of N50 for transfers of N10,000 or more. On Saturday, OPay communicated to its valued customers: “Dear valued customers, please be informed that starting September 9, 2024, a one-time fee of N50 will be applied for electronic transfer of N10,000 and above paid into your personal or business account in compliance with the Federal Inland Revenue Service regulations.”

The Director of News  ……………………………. PRESS RELEASE NIGERIA POLICE UNCOVERS CRIMINAL CONSPIRACY, SEDITIOUS ACTIVITIES. As NPF-NCCC Apprehends Anonymous Hacker In an effort to protect national security, maintain public order, identify and apprehend those engaged in criminal activities threatening the stability of our nation, the operatives of the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Center (NPF-NCCC) have apprehended an Anonymous hacker in connection with alleged criminal conspiracy, offences against the Official Secrets Act, leakage of classified 'restricted' documents, acts likely to cause breach of public peace, sedition, fraud, and tax evasion. The complaint, filed by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (OSGF), alleged that an anonymous blogger using the Twitter handle @pidomnigeria  published and distributed a restricted document on a sensitive matter of national security. A discrete investigation was initiated to identify those responsible fo...

 Four members from a Nigerian gang have been jailed after forging more than 2,000 marriage certificates that allowed people live in the UK illegally, Sky News UK is reporting. The suspects Abraham Alade Olarotimi Onifade, 41, Abayomi Aderinsoye Shodipo, 38, Nosimot Mojisola Gbadamosi, 31, and Adekunle Kabir, 54, were all jailed for a total of 13 years after a hearing at Woolwich Crown Court in London on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. The Home Office said the four were part of an organised criminal group that made fraudulent EU Settlement Scheme applications for Nigerian nationals. They carried out the enterprise between March 2019 and May last year, and were also found to have provided false Nigerian Customary Marriage Certificates and other fraudulent documentation to help applicants remain in the country. An investigation from the Home Office in the UK and Lagos found more than 2,000 false marriage documents were facilitated by the group, who themselves were Nigerian.

 NNPC Ltd Faces Financial Strain Due to PMS Supply Costs, Impacting Supply Sustainability NNPC Ltd. has acknowledged recent reports in national newspapers regarding the company's significant debt to petrol suppliers. This financial strain has placed considerable pressure on the Company and poses a threat to the sustainability of fuel supply. In line with the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), NNPC Ltd. remains dedicated to its role as the supplier of last resort, ensuring national energy security. We are actively collaborating with relevant government agencies and other stakeholders to maintain a consistent supply of petroleum products nationwide. Olufemi Soneye   Chief Corporate Communications Officer   NNPC Ltd. Abuja

The Anambra State Government, on Sunday, August 25, reacted to the fight and alleged “strangulation” that occured between the Permanent Secretary of the state Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Mrs Chinwe Achugbu and one of the Heads of Department, simply identified as Mrs Nkem. Achugbu is one of the new permanent secretaries appointed in March 2024 by the state governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo. The fight between both women reportedly happened at work on Thursday, August 15, during an argument over a yet-to-be-disclosed matter. During the fight, Mrs Achugbu is alleged to have strangled Mrs Nkem, thereby putting her in a coma. According to reports, the fight, which took place at the state ministry located at Dora Akunyili Development Centre, required the intervention of the state commisoner of Women Affairs Mrs Ify Obinabo for temporal peace to be restored between the two senior staff. However, the injury inflicted on the HOD was so severe that she had to be the rushed to the ...

HOW TO MODIFY YOUR NATIONAL IDENTITY NUMBER USING SELF SERVICE WEBSITE. NIMC’s online Self-Service Modifications portal allows for quick and easy Change of Name, Phone Number, Date of Birth and Address requests. Discover a seamless method to update these NIN data details via https://selfservicemodification.nimc.gov.ng  Learn more about acquiring your supporting documents documents for NIN data modifications via https://nimc.gov.ng/modification-requirements >> Date of Birth Self-Service Modification Steps 1. Begin by verifying your NIN and logging in. 2. Navigate to your dashboard and select the date of birth modification option. 3. Complete the payment for the modification securely via Paystack. 4. After payment, input your NPC certificate number and validate it. Your date of birth will be automatically filled and non-editable. If you’ve misplaced your birth certificate, perform the birth attestation online at http://www.nationalpopulation.org.ng. 5. Upload your NPC certifica...