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Oldsky2006
Opinion: Edo Election Has Proven That Bad Leadership Isn't Nigeria's Problem
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It's no longer news that, the long anticipated Edo elections have turn out to contain some elements of violence. Despite the warning from religious, and political leaders to voters to stay away from violence during the period of the election. But some unfortunate youths have decided to endanger their lives, for politicians who don't even know about their existence.


I think it is high time we begin to look at the other side of Nigeria democracy, which is obviously "Followership". Followership is not exactly the opposite of leadership. It does not connote blind obedience, being a ‘yes man’ or being disingenuous in one’s support of a leader.

I see no reason why someone will engage in electoral violence for his leader, even after that same leader of his have emphasis on the effects of electoral violence. But the funny part is, some people will still find a way to link their act of ignorance, and stupidity to "bad leadership".




At every slight mistake made at any point of governance, Nigerians are quick to blame it on bad leadership. But the truth is, we also have a role to play in the development of this country. Yes, we can't deny the fact that bad leadership is a major problem hindering the development of the country, but on a large ground, it is equally that of Followership because, the morality of every society is determined by the morality of the majority of its people. Where Followership is a failure, not much gets done or what does get done is not what was supposed to be done.
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Frozen Lake
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So there is a lake in Russia that stays permanently frozen during winter.
It is called the Turquoise Ice Lake Baikal. 

Lake Baikal is located in southern part of Siberia.
It is estimated to be about 25-million-year-old.
It is considered the deepest and one of the clearest lakes in the world.
It is also said that lake Baikal holds around 20 percent of the world's fresh water.

 Source: Mmiliaku Genevieve

Pictures from google.
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Oldsky2006
Ismaila Sarr Offered To Manchester United As Liverpool Step Back
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Exclusive - Watford have offered Ismaila Sarr to Manchester United, who are considering an offer for the Senegal winger now that Liverpool have turned their attentions elsewhere.

There is an acceptance at Vicarage Road that the 22-year-old will leave the club this summer to play top level football. He impressed in the Premier League last term despite their relegation, and the club are not prepared to hinder his development by forcing him to spend 2020/21 playing in the Championship.

To that end, a source has told 90min that they have stepped up their approach to move him on, and have offered him to United. The Red Devils, who see him as a potential alternative to Jadon Sancho, are keeping a keen eye on the situation, and are mulling over an offer.



What may interest United is that Watford are open to a loan deal. They do not want to give up on Sarr unless their £40m asking price is met, so if that is unattainable this summer, they are prepared to sanction a season-long loan, with the view of either cashing in next year, or bringing him back into the fold should they secure promotion.

Watford's refusal to budge over a fee turned Liverpool, who were interested, away at the door. The Reds have instead zeroed in on Wolves' Diogo Jota over the past 24 hours, and feel the Portuguese forward – who conflicting reports say will cost somewhere between £35-45m – offers better value for money.

That deal will be announced imminently, and opens the door to United, who can now be considered the primary contender for Sarr.

Ismaila Sarr, Danny Rose
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All hope is not lost on a deal for their main target Sancho, but it is appearing less likely by the day. A short-term deal for Sarr, with a view returning to the negotiating table with Dortmund in a year, may be a sensible course of action.


Other alternative targets include Juventus’ Douglas Costa and Ousmane Dembele of Barcelona.
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Oldsky2006
Sanwo-Olu Orders Phased Reopening Of Schools, Pre-primary Remains Closed, Religious Houses Regulated
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As Lagos recorded a decline in cases of COVID-19, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Saturday, ordered that pre-primary schools in the state are to remain closed, just as other private and public primary schools are to reopen in phases, commencing from Monday, September 21.

For places of worship, mosques will resume their five times daily prayers, while churches are permitted to resume their mid-week services.

Cinemas and gyms are also permitted to reopen as soon as possible, with a maximum of 33 percent occupancy.


Sanwo-Olu made these announcements while briefing the media on COVID-19 situation report in Lagos, at the Lagos House, Marina.

According to Sanwo-Olu, “It has become necessary to issue clarifications regarding the resumption of schools, to clear any confusion.

“It is important for all parents, guardians and stakeholders to note that there are different resumption schedules for public and private schools in Lagos State.

“Public schools will adopt a phased protocol for the resumption of physical classes as follows: students in JSS 3 and SS 2 in public schools are to resume physical classes from Monday, September 21.


“This resumption will allow the JSS 3 students to adequately revise and prepare for their forthcoming Basic Education Certificate Examination, BECE, organised by the Lagos State Examination Board, and scheduled for Tuesday, October 6, until Monday, October 12, 2020.

“The resumption will also afford the present SS 2 students an opportunity to prepare effectively for their transition to SS 3.

“The scheduled dates and venues for entrance examination into Lagos State Model Colleges will be announced in due course by the Lagos State Examination Board.

“For all other public-school classes— all primary school classes, and JSS 1, JSS 2, and SS 1— announcements for resumption will be made as soon as the Lagos State Government is satisfied that all necessary resumption protocols have been put in place.

“In the meantime, these yet-to-resume classes in public schools are expected to continue their lessons on our various distance learning platforms (online, radio, television and WhatsApp) pending the announcement of dates for physical resumption.

“To recap, only JS 3 and SS 2 students of public schools in Lagos State are to resume on Monday September 21, as WASC examinations ended on September 12, 2020.

“For private schools in Lagos State, all private primary and secondary schools are permitted to resume from Monday, September 21.

“We have strongly advised school owners and managers to put safety first and open in phases similar to the announced schedule for public schools.

“We have also advised private primary and secondary school owners and managers to seriously consider implementing a staggered daily resumption schedule, classes on alternate days during the week, and utilisation of distance learning methods as a complement to physical classes.

“All private primary and secondary schools are also expected to comply with safety protocols and hygiene guidelines as instructed by the State Government through the Office of Education Quality Assurance, OEQA.

“If, however, any teacher or school head notices any pupil is ill, he or she should isolate such a pupil in a safe and secured room, pending when the appropriate health authorities are contacted.

“At this point it is very important to clarify that ALL pre-primary— nursery, daycare centres and kindergarten— classes and schools in both public and private schools will remain closed until further announcements are made by the Lagos State Government.

“All pupils of pre-primary schools in Lagos State must, therefore, remain at home until further notice, and continue to receive their lessons by virtual means.”

Reopens cinemas, gyms

On recreation venues, Sanwo-Olu said: “Henceforth, cinemas and gyms are permitted to reopen as soon as possible, with a maximum of 33 percent occupancy, which means that there must be a minimum of 20 empty seats between occupied seats;

“And in the case of gyms, there must be constant disinfection of machines and equipment throughout the course of the day.

“Next month, October, we will announce the decisions regarding the reopening of other sectors of the economy: night-clubs, bars, event centres, spas, public parks and so on.

“For now, these will continue to remain closed, until fixed plans for reopening are announced in October.”

Religious centres

Sanwo-Olu continued: “As regards our places of worship, we are now also permitting the mosques to resume their five times daily prayers; and in the case of churches, they are now also permitted to resume their mid-week services.

“We must not forget that the Coronavirus pandemic is still very much with us, and we must therefore strive to prioritise the safety of all our children, teachers, parents, and the entire society.

“All of these resumption guidelines and protocols must be strictly adhered to by the various stakeholders.

“Let me make it clear that if we do not continue to maintain our guard, and sustain the adherence to all required protocols and guidelines, we will find ourselves in a situation where fresh lockdowns are inevitable.

“The only way to avoid this is to continue to act responsibly: maintain the required levels of hygiene, through regular hand-washing and use of sanitisers, wear masks in all public places, avoid non-essential public gatherings, and maintain the prescribed levels of physical distancing at all times.”
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Oldsky2006
EdoDecides2020: Saraki Reacts As Governorship Results Trickle In, Issues Warning
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Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki has issued a statement on the ongoing Edo Gubernatorial Elections.

Saraki, in a statement via Twitter, warned Edo indigenes to be vigilant adding that they must protect their votes. He also admonished Nigeria’s Electoral body, INEC to ensure the elections are free and fair in order to protect the country’s image.

“The on-going #EdoDecides2020 is getting to the crucial stages. I urge the good people of Edo State not to get carried away but to protect their votes.”

“The enthusiasm and patriotic conduct of the good people of Edo State must not be thwarted or subverted by any @inecnigeria official, either permanent or ad-hoc; or any security personnel, no matter the rank.”

“Nigeria’s glory is more important than the huge ego of politicians. And so @inecnigeria and security officials must work to protect Nigeria’s image and not to satisfy the whims and caprices of some power-hungry politicians,” Saraki wrote.
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FACTS ABOUT CHRISTIANO RONALDO YOU DON'T KNOW
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📝 Cristiano Ronaldo is the only player in football history who:
@cristiano 
50+ Hat-tricks✅
50+ Free-kick Goals✅
100+ Goals Outside the Box ✅ 
100+ Right Foot Goals✅
100+ Left Foot Goals ✅ 
100+ Headers ✅ 
100+ Penalties ✅ 
100+ Braces ✅ 
100+ Champions League Goals✅
200+ Assists ✅
100+ International Goals ✅

We're witnessing greatness. 🙌🐐🇵🇹
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