Reliable reports have confirmed the death of Pastor Nomthi Odukoya, wife of Pastor Taiwo Odukoya. Pastor Nomthi Odukoya had suffered from cancer for 2 years till her last breath.
May her soul rest in peace.
May God comfort the family.
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Derek Chauvin Sentenced To 22.5 Years For Murder Of George Floyd in USA
Derek Chauvin Sentenced To 22.5 Years For Murder Of George Floyd in USA
Former Minneapolis police officer, Derek Chauvin, has been sentenced to 22 years and six months in prison for murdering George Floyd, Afrilyn.com reports the verdict that took place on Friday, June 25, 2021.
Recall that 2 months ago, a jury convicted Chauvin in the death of Floyd, a 46-year-old Black man and father. On May 25, 2020, Chauvin knelt on Floyd’s neck for 9 minutes and 29 seconds after detaining him on suspicion of passing a counterfeit bill. Floyd begged for mercy as his air supply dwindled. This led to his untimely death.
Marcelo Vieira Becomes Real Madrid’s Captain After Sergio Ramos’ Departure
Marcelo Becomes Real Madrid’s Captain After Sergio Ramos’ Departure
Real Madrid’s left-back Marcelo Vieira is now the new captain of the club following defender Sergio Ramos’ exist, Afrilyn.com has learnt.
In a statement released by Florentino Perez, the club’s president, on this new development.
It states in parts that: “Marcelo will be our captain next season. It’s difficult to find another LB like Marcelo. Him and Roberto Carlos have been the best in the history.”
The 33-year-old Brazilian, who has been with Los Blancos since January 2007, will see his current contract expire in June 2022, but it is understood that there have been no talks to either sell the defender or renew his deal at the moment.
Recalled that Marcelo who lost his place to Ferland Mendy under Zinedine Zidane as Real Madrid’s coach, only made 19 appearances during the 2020-21 campaign, adding to the 528 times he has played for Real Madrid during a 14-year career in the Spanish capital.
Real Madrid’s new captain is called Marcelo Vieira da Silva Júnior, and widely known as Marcelo, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a left back for Spanish club Real Madrid. He also captains the Brazil national team.
Nigeria Suspends Twitter’s Operations for Deleting President Buhari’s Tweets
PRESS RELEASE
FG Suspends Twitter’s Operations in Nigeria
The Federal Government has suspended, indefinitely, the operations of the microblogging and social networking service, Twitter, in Nigeria.
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, announced the suspension in a statement issued in Abuja on Friday,
citing the persistent use of the platform for activities that are capable of undermining Nigeria’s corporate existence.
The Minister said the Federal Government has also directed the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to immediately commence the process of licensing all OTT and social media operations in Nigeria.
Segun Adeyemi
Special Assistant To The President (Media)
Office of the Minister of Information and Culture
Abuja
4 June 2021
ECOWAS Suspends Mali From Its Institutions After Coup Again
ECOWAS Suspends Mali From Its Institutions After Coup
Mali has been suspended again from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) bodies after a second coup by the Malian military. This was announced after the regional summit this past Sunday of the West African leaders.
Excerpts of the press release obtained by Afrilyn.com read: “The suspension from ECOWAS takes immediate effect until the deadline of the end of February 2022 when they are supposed to hand over to a democratically elected government,” Ghana’s Foreign Minister Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey told reporters.
“One of the decisions of the heads of state is that they should ensure that in the next few days a civilian prime minister is put in place to form the next government,” she added
HOW TO FIGHT AND PREVENT SCAMMERS ONLINE
HOW TO FIGHT AND PREVENT SCAMMERS ONLINE
This world is now being driven by Information and Communication Technology (ICT); and its impacts are felt in our lives directly and indirectly. The world of ICT has made everyday tasks much easier for everyone and we cannot continue to ask for more benefits. Every sector of the economy in various nations has welcome the use of ICT due to its incredible results and future potentials.
Despite its tremendous benefits, there have been a growing rise of fraudulent practices online. These nefarious actions by fraudsters online can, no doubts, discredit all the gains of the ICT interventions. This has led many ICT experts committed to finding possible solutions for these fraudulent practices.
It is important to note that as long as ICT keeps playing its amazing roles in our lives, fraudsters will continue to identify means and gaps to swindle innocent online users. We all have to play our parts in order to curb the menance of unscrupulous criminals online. Every online users must be responsible and responsive while using the internet.
Below are tips on possible ways to fighting and preventing scammers online. The internet would be safe for us if we all take action always.
10 Ways to Fight and Prevent Scams Online
1. Report Scammers and their Activities Fast
There is a popular saying that evils thrive when good people don’t report them or do anything about their bad actions. It’s important for all internet users to always report any fraudulent practice to all and sundry as much and as fast as possible.
2. Be Sure and Aware
Be careful of whatever links or website address you are advised to click or visit. Try to avoid many information that does not make sense to you or objective. For example, “How to make 1 million in a week!” Click here to learn more. This statement is very enticing to everybody and so you much tread with caution. Never let greed or immediate gains guide your decisions online.
3. Be Private and Simple Always
It is very important to keep confidential all information about yourself especially with you are not sharing it with a trusted friend or website portal online. The more personal information you reveal online the easier for scammers to swindle you.
4. Stay Focused and Disciplined
There is a reason for using the internet. Don’t get distracted easily by many attractive adverts, unsolicited messages or advice. It is better to stay off when you have achieved your aims. Know why you are using the internet at every point in time.
5. Always Logout and Crosscheck After Use
For websites today or internet platforms have made it compulsory to login in order to have access to the websites. Be very discreet with your login details and ensure that you logout after use. This is very important if you are using a shared computer system like in the office, cyber cafe, etc.
6. Share Bank Account/ATM Card Details to Trusted Websites Only
Never share or input your bank and ATM card details to or on any website platform that you can’t trust. There are many reputable websites around the world that would request for your bank account or ATM card details while shopping online or trying to pay for a particular service/product. On the other hand, there are many dubious websites across the world that you should not share your bank account or ATM card details with.
7. Do Adequate Personal Research
It is very smart of you to make adequate findings about a website or internet portal before sharing your vital information with them. Ask questions, find out their address or location, see the reviews about the website, etc. This will prevent you from falling in the hands of scammers online.
8. Be Patient and Objective
Let your findings about the websites guide your next step. Never be in a hurry to commit yourself because of an immediate reward promised to you. It’s hard to get your fingers burnt if you are not in a hurry to act on the offer or personal information requested.
9. Share Your Honest Experience Fast
Sharing your experience with others irrespective of the outcome helps others to make decisions in the future. This can be as a review, feedback, etc. It enables good use of the internet so that it becomes a safe place for use as information is vital.
10. Share or Balance the Risks Together
Many reputable websites would offer you to pay upon delivery. Some others would offer you a specific period to place a return request if the product purchased does not meet your expectations. Some websites would offer your a refund. Kindly read carefully the policies or legal guidelines about a product or service before paying. Many scammers would not let you share the risks with them. Once these scammers take your money, they move to the next potential victims. So, you need to be cautious.
RUNNING IS THE FASTEST WAY TO LOSE WEIGHT
RUNNING IS THE BEST TYPE OF EXERCISE FOR WEIGHT LOSS
Running is the fastest way to lose weight if you are trying to get fit by shedding some fats in your body. The benefits of running are so much that running has great impacts on the physical, mental and psychological health of man, Afrilyn.com can authoritatively tell you.
If you have tried to lose weight many times, but it is not yielding enough results, then you have to try running. Those who have been practising running exercise, but are yet to see any remarkable progress maybe doing it wrongly. Make it a regular exercise by running for at least 30 minutes daily or 3 times in a week. Please be sure to run at your own pace as you are not in competition with anybody. You may increase your speed as your body adapts to this exercise.
The Main Benefits of Running
1. It makes you happy as you will derive inner peace and satisfaction.
2. It makes your heart function optimally. And this improves the adequate circulation of blood (rich in oxygen) in the human body.
3. It makes your skin glow and fresh as the skin is the largest organ of the human body. This makes you attractive to everybody.
4. It helps fight diabetes, high blood pressure, anxiety disorder, etc.
5. It makes you look younger, smarter and enhances your overall wellbeing.
6. It increases your lifespan and fight many diseases associated with old age.
7. It helps you fight cold and prevent difficulty in breathing.
8. It makes all your organs function well and aids your physical strength.
9. It fights arthritis, joint pains, unusual tiredness, etc.
10. It makes you stay fit by burning calories for weight loss.
There you have it. Try it and give us your feedback in the comments section or share your experience with others.
PRESIDENT BUHARI APPOINTS MAJ. GEN. FAROUK YAHAYA AS THE NEW CHIEF OF ARMY STAFF
PRESIDENT BUHARI APPOINTS MAJ. GEN. FAROUK YAHAYA AS THE NEW CHIEF OF ARMY STAFF
Afrilyn.com just gathered from reliable sources that barely one week Lt. General Ibrahim Attahiru passed away with other 10 people onboard as a result of the Kaduna plane crash last Friday evening, the President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari has nominated Major General Farouk Yahaya to replace him as the new Chief of Army Staff.
Major General Farouk Yahaya, prior to his appointment, was the Theatre Commander of the Counter Terrorism and Insurgency military outfit in the North East code named Operation HADIN KAI. General Yahaya was also the General Officer Commanding 1 Division of the Nigerian Army.
MASSIVE JOB VACANCIES AT THE WORLD BANK GROUP
MASSIVE JOB VACANCIES AT THE WORLD BANK GROUP
The World Bank Group is one of the best institutions in the world to work with enormous opportunities for career growth and development. There are always job vacancies at the World Bank Group at any time; and even for Africans.
The official website address of the WBG is www.worldbank.org. You may visit the website for more information about the WBG and its functions and responsibilities.
There are five organisations that made up the World Bank Group:
The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) lends to governments of middle-income and creditworthy low-income countries.
2. The International Development Association
The International Development Association (IDA) provides interest-free loans — called credits — and grants to governments of the poorest countries.
Together, IBRD and IDA make up the World Bank.
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is the largest global development institution focused exclusively on the private sector. We help developing countries achieve sustainable growth by financing investment, mobilizing capital in international financial markets, and providing advisory services to businesses and governments.
4. The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency
The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) was created in 1988 to promote foreign direct investment into developing countries to support economic growth, reduce poverty, and improve people’s lives. MIGA fulfills this mandate by offering political risk insurance (guarantees) to investors and lenders.
5. The International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes
The International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) provides international facilities for conciliation and arbitration of investment disputes.
See this link below for all current job vacancies at the World Bank Group:
https://worldbankgroup.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=1&c=worldbankgroup&sid=%5e%5e%5eFLGscZMYY2RrwVaMR%2ftHYw%3d%3d
50 Business Ideas to Start from Home with little or no Money
50 Business Ideas to Start from Home with little or no Money
Starting a viable business is hard, but it is actually harder sustaining a business as time is dynamic and every has it’s own challenges. Where a lot of people have tried a business idea or more with no success recorded, there are a few people who have actually succeeded and still doing in their business today.
Starting and growing a successful business begins with an idea. It is very important to identify the needs you meet and evaluate its viability before starting a business.
As you think of any business idea to start, please bear in mind that best practices for business-oriented people. Some of the best business practices are:
1. Integrity
2. Discipline
3. Diligence
4. Focus
5. Consistency
6. Determination
7. Positive attitude
8. Good knowledge
9. Good customer service
10. Excellent product or service
Listed below are 50 business ideas that you can start now easily with little or no capital. Any of these business ideas can make you very rich and fulfilled provided that you practise the business well.
1. Household Supplies
It refers to being a sole agent or representative for a particular product that is in high demand. For example: cooking gas, bread, cement, fuel, rice, etc. You may not have any money to start this type of business. Simply approach the main distributor with your business proposal.
2. Cleaning and Washing
Many workers are busy and the little they have is to rest or have fun. Therefore, they will continue to need assistance regarding washing of cloths, plates, general house cleaning, etc.
3. Baby Sitting
Many parents are always busy. They usually will not be able to give their kids adequate care and attention. This makes it important for the parents to have a mature babysitter. This service pays well depending on the agreement and parents involved. You can also earn more if you were to add cooking, washing cloths and go for errands.
4. Social Media Officer
The ICT world has really change a lot of ways we used to communicate. Today, many information and communication channels are done through social media. This makes a lot of people who are busy seek for individuals who can manage their profile or account online. If not all, most top leaders in many fields need the services of social media officers to run their online presence. Therefore, the need for this type of services is on the rise.
5. Production of Essential Products
There are many everyday products required in the home, offices as well as other public places. The main ingredients for the production of these products can be sourced locally. They are also called dailyneed products because they can’t, but be needed by everybody daily. For example, honey making, body creams, soaps, natural oils, etc are businesses you can start easily.
6. Farming
7. Mini Supermarket or Grocery Store:
8. Household Services
This business category is for specialised services as they may have been trained. For example, chefs, painters, gardeners, etc are always in demand everywhere.
9. Phone Sales and Gadgets Accessories:
10. Mobile Money Agency
11. Shoes Making and Repairs
12. Real Estate Agency
13. Makeup Services
14. Disc Jockey Services
15. Music Coach
16. Cars Vendors
17. Crafting
Beads, sandals, necklaces,
18. Fashion Designs:
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20. Photography
21. Newspapers Vendors:
22. Master of Ceremony Services:
23. Website Design and Development
24. Teaching and Training
Your knowledge can earn you quick money since there are many other people who need such knowledge. It can be knowledge acquired from training, past experience or by nature.
25. Video Editing
26. Business Coach
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30. Frozen Foods Sales
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32. Fruits Sales and Distribution
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34. Waste Collection and Disposal
In a community where there is poor waste system, a wise entrepreneur can harness the opportunity of collecting wastes in the neighborhood for a reasonable fee on regular basis. This will generate substantial revenue weekly since a lot of people will need this service.
35. Project Management Services
36. Money Lending
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40. Graphic Designs
You can start this business with a smart phone or a small laptop. What is really needed for this business is your skills and creativity. Take your time to listen to your client’s needs well and be quick to meet deadlines. Most of your clients may be residents abroad. You need social media platforms to promote your services.
41. Event Planning and Decoration
There are a lot of events taking place everyday and the organisers will always need the services of an event planner. Event planners are very busy and earn reasonable income because planning an event is not easy as there are many aspects to be considered. A good even planner will never be idle as with loads of referrals from existing clients. Think about it.
42. Gym and Recreational Services
Many investors now make adequate resources available for the set-up and management of gym and other recreational facilities. Doctors have always advised us to stay fit physically if we intend to be healthyand live long. This makes gym and recreational facilities profitable.
43. Rent and Hire Services
There are many useful items many people need occasionally based on time and relevance. Whenever these items are needed, people look for where to get them to hire or lease for a particular period of time at an agreed price. For example, long ladders, Big Generators, party equipments, vehicles, etc fall under this category.
44. Household Repairs and Services
There is always need to fix or service our house and its environment. For example, carpenters, electricians, plumbers, are under this category.
45. Logistics Services
For those that have a car or bike, this business can be done by helping people deliver an item or piece of equipments from one location to another. It is very easy to start. You just need to spread your services to as many people as you can who are residing in the location chosen for the business.
46. Pet Training
Many people are lovers of a type of animals for various reasons. Animals play many important and different roles in the lives of people as some these purposes are for security, consumption or as playmates. Dogs, Mockeys, Parrots, etc are purchased on a regular basis by animal lovers. It is a profitable business training pers since their buyers find them useful for their various needs.
47. Health and Fitness Coach
Many lovers of good healthcare can provide jobs for themselves by being a health and fitness coach since they have good experience to share and their lifestyle is a good example as well. To attain good health and stay fit, people need proper guidance. This is why the need for a health and fitness coach is very important.
48. Cooked Foods and Drinks Supplies
Cooked foods and drinks sell anywhere and anytime so long there are people in the location since human beings just have to eat. This is why many restaurants, eateries, cafeterias, etc are fast spreading across the cities. This business is so profitable and has huge potential of growth.
49. Animal Breeding
Dogs, pigs, birds, rabbits, etc fall under this category. Breeding animals in this regard is for consumption purpose where it would be practised in large quantities. This type of business is very profitable because a lot of people eat meats of various kinds daily.
50. Security Guards Services
Many investors need people who will look after their investments in one form or the other. It could be a factory business, a building, a vehicle, etc. In many cases, the investors need people as night watchers in order to secure his investments. People like retired security officials can set up a security outfit to cater for these special needs based on his work experience acquired for many years.