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Everything you need to live well A lot of people are understandably scared of dating. There are several reasons why this could happen: It could be that they just came out of a bad relationship; ended a relationship with an unserious partner; haven’t dated in a while or haven’t found people that love them for who they are not what they are. People who fall into this category are constantly seeking reassurance. The good news is there are people genuinely looking for someone who they can love and commit to. The problem is they might also have the same thoughts as you probably because they don’t want their hearts broken either. One of the biggest steps to solving this is by answering this question: How much do you love yourself? This is a very critical question to answer in a relationship because it determines how far your relationship will go. The extent to which we love ourselves reflects in our relationships. To fix this, get rid of all your fears, toxic negative though

The House of Representatives says it will investigate, reveal and make public, the identities of those indicted in the looting of the defunct Nigerian Airways Ltd. to the tune of N60 billion. The House also resolved ”to identify those involved and indicted by the white paper with the aim of ensuring they are prosecuted and made to refund the loot.” The resolution was sequel to a motion, under matters of urgent public importance, moved by Rep James Faleke (APC-Lagos), on Tuesday, at a plenary presided over by Speaker Yakubu Dogara in Abuja. House of Representatives Faleke noted that long before the advent of the present administration, the Olusegun Obasabjo-led Federal Government had established the Justice Obiora Nwazota Judicial Commission to probe the operations of the company in 2002. According to him, the commission turned in a report which revealed the mind-boggling corruption and looting to the tune of N60 billion. ”The white paper was approved by the Federal Gov

Italy’s competition authority on Wednesday said it was fining Apple and Samsung 10 and five million euros ($11.5 and $5.7 million) respectively for the so-called “planned obsolescence” of their smartphones. The ruling is believed to be the first against the manufacturers following accusations worldwide that they encourage operating system updates for older phones which slow them down, thereby encouraging the purchase of new phones. Two “complex investigations” by the anti-trust authority AGCM revealed that Apple and Samsung implemented unfair commercial practices, a statement said. “The two companies have induced consumers to install software updates that are not adequately supported by their devices, without adequately informing them, nor providing them with an effective way to recover the full functionality of their devices,” the AGCM said. Operating system updates “caused serious malfunctions and significantly reduced their performance, in this way speeding up their repl

Popular Nigerian songstress Tiwa Savage has dished out a relationship advice in the middle of her trending controversial appearance in Wizkid's Fever Video. The duo who appears to be involved in a more than a friendship relationship, took the friendship to another level after Tiwa Savage was featured in the music video, despite not appearing on the audio. It would have been a less incident to talk about if only she had a cameo appearance in the already trending video, but the social media was lit on fire as the duo could be seen in many scenes in the video, entangled in romantic movements. Nigerians have reacted to the video and Tiwa Savage's estranged husband, Tee Billz was also dragged into the controversy. In what could be regarded as a subtle reaction to what people have been saying about the video, Tiwa savage took to her Insta-Story to dish out a relationship advice this afternoon. She wants everyone to understand that their relationships are nothing but p

Russian President Vladimir Putin (R) meets with Italy’s Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte at the Kremlin in Moscow on October 24, 2018. Sergei CHIRIKOV / POOL / AFP Italian premier Giuseppe Conte on Wednesday boasted of the “robust” Italian economy during a visit to Moscow as his government is crossing swords with Brussels over Rome’s 2019 budget. “Let’s be certain that the fundamentals of our economy are strong, our economy is robust and we only need to go forward. The government will do its part” to help businesses,  Conte  told an Italian-Russian business council in Moscow. “We are the second manufacturing power in Europe, we are probably the country which has the strongest fabric of micro and small businesses, and we are proud of this,” he said. The populist prime minister, who visits Russia just days after his far-right interior minister Matteo Salvini, also met President Vladimir Putin Wednesday and invited him to visit Italy. “We have a great team — the government, the

The Federal High Court in Lagos has granted former Governor of Ekiti State Ayodele Fayose, bail in the sum of N50 million. The presiding judge, Morenikeji Olatoregun, granted the bail on Wednesday, adding that he must provide two sureties who must issue a ₦50 million bond in a reputable bank, as well as possess three years of tax clearance. She also directed that the former governor must deposit his international passport with the court. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had on Monday arraigned Fayose on 11 counts of alleged money laundering, amounting to ₦2.2 billion. Fayose’s lawyer, Kanu Agabi, urged the court to grant his client bail, based on self-recognizance on the ground that he voluntarily submitted himself to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). But the commission initially opposed the bail request, saying that on the day he (Fayose) arrived at the EFCC’s headquarters, he was accompanied by ‘hoodlums’ who were willing to at

As a way of supporting computer education at the  grassroots and enhancing human resources development in Nigeria, Hyundai Motors Nigeria Limited, HMNL, recently, commenced the inauguration of ultra-modern ICT, Information Communication Technology, laboratories, in some public schools and colleges across the country. No fewer than eight schools and colleges in Lagos, Abuja and Port-Harcourt are selected to be beneficiaries of the ultramodern ICT gadgets, which include the installation of 20 desktop computers each. Managing Director,  Stallion Hyundai Motors Nigeria Limited, Parvir Singh, who dropped the hints in his keynote address at the inauguration of the ICT laboratory at Vetland Senior Grammar School Oko-Oba – Agege Lagos, said the project also seeks to improve the lives of the people under a development-oriented and sustainable movement. 2019: Atiku to prioritize education, infrastructure, others Represented by the company’s Head of Sales and Marketing, Gaurav Vashisht

From being too broke to break up to staying together for the children, there are plenty of reasons people might stay in an unhappy relationship. But according to new research, there’s another huge factor that keeps people plugging away at a coupling that’s really not working. The study, published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, found that thinking about the other person in the relationship and how much breaking up might impact them has a major influence on deciding whether or not to leave. For the research, scientists explored the possibility that people deciding whether to end a relationship consider not only their own views but also how much they think their partner is keen for the partnership to continue. According to Samantha Joel, formerly an assistant professor of psychology at the University of Utah and the lead author on the study, people found it harder to split up when they believed their partner to be reliant on them. “The more dependent pe

The talk about entrepreneurship always sprouts excitement. You’re told how you’d be your own boss, set your own time, make a lot of money, and probably live happily ever after. While some of these details could be true, many never achieve all, and this is primarily because they never knew what they were getting into. Before you quit your day job, or outrightly convince yourself that you don’t have to work for anyone, here are 10 things no one will ever tell you about being an entrepreneur that you must know: 1). It Will Take A While To See Returns On Your Investment: A new business usually takes time to generate any real revenues. Sometimes it could take you between 6 months to 2 years before you even come any close to being profitable. Patience is key for entrepreneurs. You need to prove your business model solves a real problem for the target customers, and would add value to their lives. As you convince people to patronize your business, your customer base will grow, and you’ll

The Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar, has criticised the Federal Government for lack of coordination and the nation’s security agencies for not working for a common purpose. As the 2019 elections drew nearer, the Sultan also warned that politicians might want to orchestrate the type of violent crisis that rocked Kaduna last week in which over 50 persons were killed by hooligans. This, he said, would be done to scuttle the elections or to give the masterminds an advantage over their opponents. Speaking in Abuja on Tuesday at the ‘National Dialogue for Democratic Stability’ organised by the Alumni Association of the National Institute, Abubakar said things were not right with the country, citing the increased level of crime and criminality across the federation. The Sultan said, “I cannot say things are right with Nigeria; things are not right with Nigeria. We all know that and that’s why we have these security issues, kidnappings, killings, everywhere, everywhere you find

File Photo The presidential candidate of the Re-Build Nigeria Party (RBNP), Dr. John Kennedy Osuala, has said his party will stop at nothing to pay workers N56,000 as minimum wage if he is elected president. Dr. Kennedy said this while interacting with journalists after the party’s ninth National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja. He said Nigerian workers deserved more based on the strong resources, foundation and financial capacity of the nation.

Bishop Dare David, the General Overseer of Reformation Pentecostal Chapel, Ilorin, has advised husbands, particularly clerics and Christians, to cuddle their wives proudly and fondly in the public. According to NAN, the cleric noted that some men, particularly men of God, were in the habit of snubbing their wives publicly and described such men as hypocrites and pretenders. “Many times men push their wives away in public; you hardly see them play or laugh together. “Sometimes, if not for their outfits, you do not even know they are married. We men of God are especially guilty of this because we are too busy and we want to present ourselves as respectable. “The Bible urges that you love your wife without condition. It is not written that a man should show love only in the home. “What is wrong with holding one’s wife’s hand in the public or hugging her? Yet, we do all this in the secrecy of our homes; it is simply hypocrisy,” David said on Tuesday in Ilorin. “Men should d

Ethiopia’s President Mulatu Teshome on Wednesday filed resignation request to the Ethiopian Parliament, State news agency ENA reported. Teshome, who has been the east African country’s head of state since October 2013, on Wednesday submitted his letter of resignation as the Ethiopian parliament’s two houses are scheduled to consider his resignation. The houses  would eventually name his successor in a joint extraordinary session on Thursday, the report said. The joint extraordinary session of the Ethiopian parliament on Thursday “will deliberate on the president’s application for resignation and will elect a new president,’’ according to ENA. The incumbent president, who conducted his doctoral studies in international law at Peking University in China, was unanimously appointed as Ethiopia’s president on Oct. 7, 2013 while he was serving as Ethiopia’s ambassador to Turkey. Teshome is a member of Oromo Democratic Party (ODP), one of the four member parties of the ruling E

Shehu Sani, the Senator representing Kaduna Central on Tuesday joined Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) days after he left the All Progressives Congress (APC). Sani made this known in a statement by his Special Adviser, Political and Ideology, Mr Suleiman Ahmed, in Abuja. He said: “It has become impossible for the senator to continue to co-habit with reactionaries and their perfidious and inimical style of politics. “Sen. Sani maintains the highest respect and honour for President Muhammadu Buhari. However, we prefer to live in a Cottage of Honour than a mansion of shame. “Sen. Shehu Sani has returned to the PRP. PRP represents our socialist revolutionary ideology. “Sen. Sani is now free from the toxicity and infamy APC existentially represents. We left the APC for the emperors and their lackeys. “Sen. Shehu Sani has registered with the party and his ward is Kaduna South.’’ Confirming the development to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in an interview, the Kaduna State C

Managing Director, Africa Operations of Inlaks, Femi Adeoti has said that technology which is a major force in the innovation value chain will continue to drive growth to attain national and global relevance. Adeoti who was a guest speaker at a Financial technology event organized by the Vanguard Media Limited recently, said that mobile payments technology is one of the ways innovation is paving the way for economic prosperity. He noted that mobile money is becoming increasingly significant, especially in the context of developing economies where many low-income households and microenterprises do not have ready access to financial services. Senate approves Science and Technology varsity for FCT He said: “The biometrics process in banking institutions took Know Your Customers (KYC) beyond the bank branches, equipping them to provide safer payments, transfers, simplified banking and fraud reduction,” He said that in the same vein, the Shared Agent Network (SAN), a programm

A  chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, from Imo State, Mr. Basil Ekwem, yesterday said the choice of Alhaji Atiku Abubakar as PDP’s presidential candidate for the 2019 general polls would address the problems facing the Nigerian economy. Ekwem told  Vanguard  in Owerri that Atiku has better pedigree than all the other aspirants. He said: “I am overwhelmed by the decision of PDP  in choosing Alhaji Atiku. I saw it coming even before the Port Harcourt convention that produced him. “I most sincerely appreciate PDP for the true internal democracy the party demonstrated across the country during the recent congresses. Obi’s nomination receives standing ovation at Igbo confab in USA “This is an indication that the leadership and party faithful have learnt their lessons and are now ready to take power back from APC in 2019 and lead Nigerians out of this economic quagmire. “The best thing that can happen to Nigerians is the emergence of Atiku as PDP’s flag beare

A young Nigerian cultist has lost his life following renewed cult clash between Nigerians in South Africa. The man identified as Sunday Lucky Buchi, was, yesterday, murdered in Johannesburg, South Africa, as the cult war in the country rages on. It was gathered that, Buchi, reported to be a member of Eiye confraternity, was killed at a nightclub, in retaliation for the killing of Romeo, the Aiye member who died some months ago. This is coming following the deaths of about eight Nigerians who were killed since the beginning of this year. Late last month, three Nigerians were killed in the space of four days. Nigerians have been reported to be killing fellow countrymen in South Africa over business and gang/cult related issues.. Over eight Nigerians and counting, are believed to have been killed in the underground war.

Vice president Yemi Osinbajo said on Tuesday that corruption remained the major challenge of Nigeria, declaring that the country was lucky to have President Muhammadu Buhari as the nation’s leader. Osibanjo made the statement in Bauchi when he paid a courtesy visit on the Emir of Bauchi, Alhaji Rilwanu Adamu. “One of the things that have surprised me the most in government is that it is not that we do not have money. “It is that most of the money that should be used on projects and the poor, is stolen; corruption is the major problem of this country,” he said. According to him, it was a blessing for Nigeria to be blessed with a leader like President Muhammadu Buhari at this material time, who is committed in tackling corruption. “I think it is a blessing that God has given our country Muhammadu Buhari to be the president of our country at this time. This is because everybody knows he would not steal our money. “Despite the fact that we are earning 60 per cent less than th

By Princewill Ekwujuru Synergimart Digital Marketing Limited, operators of Synergitrust, an online shop has unveiled its operation in Nigeria, pledging  to take online shopping to the grassroots. Neta & Netas boss, Lady Nwosu, to rebrand APCON’s journal Speaking at the pre-launch event in Lagos, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Olumuyiwa Ojo, said: “The unveiling of this iconic social marketing network, will no doubt offer a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between buyers and sellers of goods and services within a well-defined market space that will encourage financial inclusion. For one to enjoy the full benefits of this platform the individual is required to register to become a member and thereafter can actively tap into business opportunities therein and successfully carry out transactions without necessarily being physically present to initiate them.” Borrowing: Orji’s statement not directed at FG —NSIA He added: “Synergitrust is a disruptive

According to a report by the News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, the Nigerian Army says it has commenced Operation Crocodile Smile III exercise across the states of the Niger Delta to stem the tide of pipeline vandalism in the region. This is contained in a statement made available to newsmen in Uyo on Tuesday by the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Lt. Tayo Oluwafemi of 2 Brigade Nigerian Army.  According to him, the exercise which started on Monday October 22 would last till November 22, 2018.  “In line with the Army Headquarters Training Directive for Year 2018 which tasked Headquarters 6 Division, Port Harcourt to organize above mentioned exercise, the exercise is going to take place within the States in the Niger Delta Region including Akwa Ibom State. “In view of this, Headquarters 2 Brigade, Uyo will from Monday 22 October to 22 November 2018 conduct Exercise Crocodile Smile III. “This is aimed at stemming the tide of pipeline vandalism, illegal refinerie

                                                UPU seeks resolve of Aladja, Ogbe-Ijoh crisis                                 ECOWAS court enforces 28 decisions, lacks record of 53 others                                Abubakar Atiku flays divisive campaigns, urges commitment to unity Boss Mustapha. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha, has met with organised labour over the minimum wage imbroglio. The Guardian learnt yesterday in Abuja that the meeting with the president of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Ayuba Wabba, and his Trade Union Congress (TUC) counterpart, Bobboi Kaigama, was to avert the October 30 rally and November 6 nationwide strike by the unions. It was also learnt that the scribe demanded a full account of what transpired during earlier negotiations with a view to engaging state governments on an acceptable figure ahead of the threatened industrial action. Also, the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) has threatene

Republic of Benin President Patrice Talon (right); President Muhammadu Buhari; Chairman, Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, Mr. Jean-Claude Brou; European Union Representative, Amb. Oliver Nette; Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama during the official handover of the ECOWAS Border Post at Seme-Krake in Badagy, Lagos …yesterday. • Residents accuse president of insensitivity to plight • Monarchs demand repair of highway • Govt optimistic about new border post President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday evaded the notorious Lagos-Badagry-Seme Road, flying instead on an aircraft to Seme for the official handover of the new Economic Community of West African States border posts in Badagry to his Republic of Benin counterpart, Patrice Talon. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Buhari, accompanied by Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode and other officials, touched down on a Nigerian Air Force helic

South African  rapper Jabulani Tsambo, better known by his stage name, Hip Hop Pantsula, HHP is dead. He died at the age of 38. The news was confirmed on Wednesday afternoon after speculation broke out on social media. The rapper, who had been battling with mental illness for a number of years, died at the age of 38 – but the cause of death has yet to be revealed. The news was confirmed to the media by HHP’s wife and publicist, Lerato Sengadi Amidst speculation on social media that the rapper was no more, Sengadi spoke to Tshisa Live and said: “Yes, yes, it’s true. I am with the family at the moment.” Most social media followers first caught wind of the news when rapper AKA tweeted that another notable figure in local music had passed away. This led to a flurry of questions, with many users desperate to find out who it might be. Before long, however, the name HHP began to pop up a few more times and many fans were hoping that the speculation would not turn out to be t