Thinking through CIP St Lucia current dilemma, reinforces the necessity for level-headed, focused leadership. The acceptable result to be derived entails logic and objective solutions, common sense and sound judgment to easily deal with the state of affairs. “The untold is in the secrecy and unskilful implementation and function of CIP St Lucia towards national development since the programme started in 2016. CIP St Lucia was questionable then. This has not changed. And now, triggering a scandalous environment.” The otherwise has happened to fixing the foundations for change. The putrefaction continues with unplanned decisions. Selective wealth creation is the number…
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President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, speaking at the opening of the Second International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEC) 2024, called for a comprehensive strategy to address the diverse security challenges facing Africa. Held at the Ghana Armed Forces Headquarters in Accra, the conference gathered defence experts and stakeholders to discuss ways to enhance regional mechanisms for addressing contemporary security issues. The President highlighted the interconnected nature of security threats on the continent, ranging from terrorism and organized crime to cybersecurity and climate-induced risks. “The security landscape in Africa is characterized by a variety of threats that are interconnected and often…
Emerging hot with a striking confidence and undeniable aura, Nhavie is undoubtedly here to stay and he buttresses this on his new track; Resilience.On this new single, Nhavie proves in his lyrics that he is unshakable and stands on an unshakable foundation. He believes and reinstates a manifestation that; ‘Mi o le jabo’ a Yoruba statement which means ‘I cannot fall off’, this strong belief in self and confident assertion shows how much the title of the track is its central message.Not only does he shower the music with an uplifting message of confidence, the lyrics are also followed by…
The New York Giants are taking a bold step for rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers.The Giants confirmed Wednesday that Nabers will wear No. 1 for the team this season. That number has been retired since 1935 in honor of Hall of Fame defensive end Ray Flaherty, but Nabers and the Giants received permission from Flaherty’s family to wear the number.“After thinking about it a little bit, my feeling was we would allow that only if the Flaherty family was OK with it,” Giants co-owner John Mara told Steve Serby of the New York Post. “I think it’s very gracious on…
The head of the IAEA warns nuclear plant in Russia is vulnerable to attack.The head of the UN’s nuclear watchdog is warning military action is posing serious risks to the Kursk nuclear power plant. During a visit, Rafael Grossi said its nuclear reactor has no protective shield, meaning there is a high risk of disaster if it is hit by a missile. Ukrainian forces crossed into the Kursk region just over three weeks ago and fighting has moved closer to the facility, putting it well within range of Ukrainian weapons. Moscow says the facility has already been attacked by Ukrainian…
A group of homeowners in a Middlebury neighborhood is calling for federal assistance after last week’s devastating floods sent several feet of water into their basements, ruining some families most precious possessions. “Most of our daughter’s things are gone. Over $50,000 of my husband’s instruments are gone. Our memories, our photos,” said Nelba Marquez-Greene. “I don’t know how my husband and I are going to recover from this.” Marquez-Greene’s daughter, Ana Grace, was killed in the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting. She was 6 years old. “[We lost] 23 years of our memories, and the six years of memories we…
TONGO, Pacific Islands – On the margins of the 53rd Pacific Islands Forum leaders meeting held in Tonga, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Community announced the planned expansion of the Vision for Adapted Crops and Soils movement to the Pacific Islands region, says US Department of State. “As climate change threatens food systems, the Pacific Vision for Adapted Crops and Soils (PACS) will improve food and nutrition security with investments in soil health and climate-adapted crops. The United States, working with Congress, and Australia intend to provide a combined $2.6 million in foundational funding for PACS, and…
President Isaias Afwerki received and held extensive discussions today at Adi Halo with Mr. Claver Gatete, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), and his delegation. President Isaias highlighted that Eritrea’s ongoing economic development strategies are broadly focused on judicious land and water resource management, as well as extensive programs in the sectors of agriculture, infrastructure, energy, and other prospective areas. He reiterated that poverty, corruption, external interventions, and other challenges are among the primary impediments hampering Africa’s potential and capabilities in nurturing meaningful external partnerships. President Isaias further stated that creating a conducive climate is,…
Chelsea in an official confirmation have announced the club’s new brand sponsor for the 2024/2025 club football season. As the search for the front jersey sponsor for Chelsea intensifies, the Blues have confirmed a new sponsorship dealChelsea Football Club has unveiled a new long-term partnership with Predator Energy, a brand under the Monster BevCorp umbrella. This collaboration designates Predator Energy as Chelsea’s official energy drinks partner and hydration partner.As part of the agreement, Predator Energy products and branding will be prominently featured during Chelsea’s men’s team training sessions and on matchdays. The partnership extends beyond physical visibility, as Predator Energy…
It hadn’t even been 24 hours since Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor told reporters that he expected star receiver Ja’Marr Chase to play in the team’s season opener before Chase made him look foolish.The 24-year-old wideout showed up to practice on Wednesday more than 10 minutes late and in street clothes, insinuating that he was sitting out practice again despite participating in the team’s last two practices after skipping all of training camp during his “hold-in.” “I think I probably put my foot in my mouth and this is a day-to-day situation,” Taylor said of Chase’s decision after Wednesday’s…