The Labour Party has debunked reports that its Southwest chapter has collapsed its structure into the All Progressive Congress (APC), two weeks to the presidential election.

Several news outlets had reported on Monday that members of the party have massively defected to the APC. Omotoso Banji is said to have led the defectors. Others were said to  be the Labour Party’s chairman in Osun State, Tunde Omotunde and his Ekiti State counterpart,  Alabi Adeeyo; Ondo Secretary of LP, Omowumi Olosola, Stella Alabi from Lagos State amongst others.

Omotoso was quoted as saying that the leaders of Southwest LP decided to quit the party because it lacks the capacity and viability to win the 2023 elections.

“Labour Party presently is a shaky platform for anybody to contest, Labour Party is a failure platform for anybody to contest, I don’t know Peter Obi and I’m less concerned about him but I’m concerned about those celebrating the Labour Party mediocre within Nigeria.

“In view of this, we leaders of the Labour Party in the South-West have decided to leave the party because we have a lot of mediocre there and what they are looking for is money, they are not ready to serve Nigeria,” he said.

But a statement signed by the Labour Party Southwest Stakeholders, a few hours later, described the reports as “mischievous” and “unfounded.” It said the Labour Party Southwest remains intact ahead of the February 25 and March 11 general elections.

The APC has been caught on several occasions making spurious claims since the electoral campaign began. The statement added that the APC has resorted to propaganda because they are intimidated by the massive support for the Labour Party from the masses.

It assured the party’s supporters that there is no such office as Labour Party South West Chairman, “neither has any of the Labour Party stakeholders across the southwest states ever contemplated working for the failed APC or any other political party.”

Read the statement below:

“Our attention has been drawn to the laughable “fake news” that the Labour Party Southwest Structure has collapsed for APC.

“This mischievous and unfounded claim is been disseminated by failed propagandists who can no longer find peace of mind due to the great acceptance, massive support, and daily soul-winning for the Labour Party at the grassroots level in the southwestern states of Nigeria.

“To set the records straight, the Labour Party structure in the southwest remains unshaken and fully prepared to deliver all Labour Party Candidates at both the February 25th and March 11th, 2023 elections.

“The public should be informed that there is no such office as Labour Party South West Chairman, and neither has any of the Labour Party stakeholders across the southwest states ever contemplated working for the failed APC or any other political party.

“Every name mentioned therein we disown as they do not exist as claimed or represent stakeholders in the South West Structure of the Labour Party.

Unlike the failed APC which has been rejected by the masses, Labour Party and its candidates have continually enjoyed massive love in the Southwest.

“We, therefore, reassure Nigerians that the Labour Party remains committed to winning all positions in the southwest by wide margins. We will not be distracted by their usual antics, we do not expect less from a party that has consistently engaged in a national show of shame.

“All six (6) states in the southwest are for Labour Party, Labour Party in Oyo State for instance has enjoyed more popularity, love, and support from the masses enough to force the opposition to settle for cheap blackmails and propaganda to misinform the massive supporters rooting for the Labour Party.

“Once again, we are sure to win massively in the southwest and no amount of propaganda or intimidation can stop Labour Party from winning the southwest.”

Nigeria and mining have an interesting and long history, spanning over a century. For instance, gold mining began in 1913, peaking in the 1930s before declining during World War II. This was a result of mines being abandoned by many of the colonial companies that owned them. Unfortunately, they never recovered to pre-war standards of production. However, this could be set to change for different natural products that require mining, if the opportunity is grasped.

Mining Base Metals

There have been sharp price increases for nickel, aluminum, copper, iron, and zinc, which looks like it’s set to indefinitely continue. Nickel, in particular, is in abundance in Africa, according to the Nickel Institute. It’s particularly found in Zimbabwe and Botswana, meaning this is good news for companies that mine this base metal. It happens to be an important component in lithium-ion batteries, so it’ll always be in demand because it’s essential for the transition of energy around the world.

Base metals, like iron and zinc, although they undoubtedly have their uses, are not in as much demand as lithium. As a result, it looks like their values around the world will stabilize a lot sooner than nickel will. Additionally, the prices of precious metals also look to stabilize due to being less volatile in the market. However, this doesn’t mean their prices won’t experience some form of an increase in the future, which is good news for mining companies.

Mining Precious Metals

Palladium and platinum are set to see increases in costs. Being essential in hydrogen-based energy technologies, South Africa has a unique opportunity to meet these global demands. Other rare metals, including rhodium and iridium, are also in several African countries, meaning there’s a global demand that can be fulfilled by them.

Gold is often seen as a safe investment, according to CMC Markets. It also looks set to increase in demand, which is good news for Ghana and South Africa. Gold deposits are typically found in Northern Nigeria, such as Anke and Melele. Although there is currently no gold mining on a large scale, perhaps this could change with the increased demand for it.

Mining’s Impact on Culture

As many people around the world will know, mining exists in other countries, including America and Australia. Back in the day, it was the reason for many towns to develop and thrive in these countries, some of which died out, and others, like Virginia City in the American state of Nevada, have continued to thrive today.

With this history, it’s no wonder that mining has remained a significant part of many of today’s cultures. It can be seen in many Wild West films, such as the 1982 film, Mother Lode. It’s even a backdrop for the 1991 film, White Fang. Mining has even made it into books, including Gold Mine by Wilbur Smith.

It’s perhaps no surprise that gold mining features heavily in online games, for example, titles like Gold Rush: Cash Collect, are available to play at online casinos like Buzz Bingo. Based on the gold rushes, which are newly discovered gold deposits, players will play against the backdrop of the gold miners in Yukon. The stellar graphics are accompanied by the sound of music that is played in the TV show of the same name that this game is based on.

Africa has an abundance of natural resources, which include base and precious metals. With each of them having different, yet vital uses, for countries around the world, Africa may once again discover mining is once again intertwined with their history and culture. As mining develops, there’s the possibility of more jobs in a range of other industries, like transportation and technology. Just think, this would have all started from natural resources that are all over the African continent.

It’s a beautiful evening from the neighborhood dropping facts one after the other for the good of the people. Although dining out in my dream is very pricey, the fried yam is actually quite sweet. The issue facing Nigerians is a sizable difficulty that is rising as quickly as the cost of petrol in the nation. Let’s ascend the mountain of the conundrum together.

We are developing a secondary history, but it is not yet complete. The primary history is in effect. There are numerous sources, pieces of evidence, and theories that support the idea that conflict has always been the conclusion of local history. You already know what I am writing about, but I will state this factually. According to current news, the level of anger among the population toward the current administration, the president, and the shortage of resources such as fuel and money is out of control. Does this imply that Nigerians must choose a leader today?

I don’t think there would be a solution if all the economists got together to examine the current economic issues in Nigeria since there would be so many variations and ideas that would just make things worse. Hello, analog managers. Remember the present because the room of the past is spewing a lot of anger. If I tell you who killed your father, you’ll have to exact retribution, which will unavoidably start a conflict with no end in sight. Hello from Nigeria.

What direction are you currently heading?

Humans are always capable of having differing perspectives, but the Nigerian problem is undoubtedly the key ingredient in this article’s equation. Humans are likely headed in a secretive direction, but everyone must be open-minded this time around in order to pursue a path that will either bring about progress or the opposite. Before considering how to solve people’s problems from a political perspective as a politician, use the system of tentacles, which is a useful theory to keep in mind. In terms of addressing political concerns and also identifying the primary cause of problem-solving, the system of tentacles simply provides solutions to enormous difficulties.

Tentacles system in politics

A political body can identify the nature of national problems during campaigns and implement practical solutions by using a system like a tentacle system. It is actually essential to adopt the tentacle system before you can win any election.

Find out about the political climate in this system, which is essentially the past, present, and areas of the country where things are particularly awful. Second, understand the statistical significance and the demands of the populace to uncover the political entanglements of the country. Last but not least, using the political equation gives you the ability to thoroughly assess each phase. This solves other people’s problems well.

The answer is meritocracy, pragmatism, and honesty.

A political system known as a “meritocracy” is one in which individuals are granted access to economic benefits and/or political power based on their abilities, efforts, and successes rather than their social standing or riches. In such a system, advancement is based on performance, as determined by testing or demonstrable success.

Pragmatism is a philosophical tradition that considers words and thought as tools and instruments for prediction, problem-solving, and action, and rejects the idea that the function of thought is to describe, represent, or mirror reality.

Honesty or truthfulness is a facet of moral character that connotes positive and virtuous attributes such as integrity, truthfulness, and straightforwardness, including straightforwardness of conduct, along with the absence of lying, cheating, theft, etc. Honesty also involves being trustworthy, loyal, fair, and sincere.

Say the truth and rebuild Nigeria for the benefit of the current and future generations — this is all that is required of us in our country. Let’s keep this in mind when casting our votes for reform. Vote for the ability to modify the system.

Always look after yourself, and use your vote wisely.

Broadband internet penetration in Nigeria is going to receive further boost days after SpaceX launched Starlink, its satellite-based internet, in Africa’s largest internet market.

Tizeti, West Africa’s pioneer of solar-based internet service, has announced that it is expanding broadband connectivity in Nigeria with the launch of 4G LTE network in ten new states. The company said the move is in line with commitment to boost digital inclusion in Africa.

“We are excited to expand our broadband internet services to more locations in Nigeria. Reliable and affordable internet connectivity is still limited to a few states. We will build last-mile digital infrastructure in these states that will move internet capacity to them and help millions of Nigerians participate and contribute to the digital economy,” founder and Chief Executive Officer at Tizeti, Kendall Ananyi, said. “Internet access in these states will also complement existing or new initiatives by the state governments, for eGovernment implementation, digital access, and investment promotions, especially as many states are implementing robust digital agendas.”

The Nigerian states to be reached are: Delta, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Abia, Anambra, Imo, Enugu, Abuja, Kano, and Kaduna, where the demand for unlimited and cost-effective broadband internet is higher and the service is limited. With the move, residents and businesses in the ten states will now have access to unlimited, high-speed broadband connectivity from Tizeti at an introductory offer of N30,000 or $40 for monthly fixed broadband and installation costs, with a discount from N69,500.

The launch is expected to provide significant opportunities for the states that have not had adequate broadband infrastructure, and this will improve the competitiveness of the states with high-speed, and affordable broadband internet from Tizeti.

“Tizeti was built to tackle poor internet connectivity not only in Nigeria but on the continent as a whole, by developing a cost-effective solution from inception to delivery, for reliable and uncapped internet access for potentially millions of Africans,” Tizeti’s Chief Operating Officer, Ifeanyi Okonkwo, said.

Tizeti, which is currently available in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Rivers, and Edo States, offers residential and business plans that are designed to meet the needs of all types of users, from casual to business customers. With speeds up to 1000 MBPS, Tizeti’s customers can easily access the internet to work remotely, or in the office; learn online, stay connected with friends, and stream online content.

The internet broadband provider said it will build brand-new, solar-powered, 4G-capable towers in these cities and leverage expansive fiber networks built by some of its partners, including MainOne and Facebook, to bring millions of people online, and deliver life-changing socio-economic opportunities that access to the internet provides.

The company has announced openings to meet the demands that will follow its expansion. The roles advertised for young Nigerian graduates on Tizeti’s website include Sales Engineering, Network Operations Center, Human Resources, Administration, Sales and Marketing, Finance, and Customer Service.