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  • Reps Probe Alleged Abandonment of Nigerian Workers in Central African Republic

    Reps Probe Alleged Abandonment of Nigerian Workers in Central African Republic

    The House of Representatives Committee on China-Nigeria Parliamentary Relations has launched a thorough investigation into a viral video depicting some Nigerians in the Central African Republic (CAR) alleging abandonment and passport seizure by a Nigerian businessman, purportedly linked to a Chinese company.

    Recall that in the widely circulated video, the affected Nigerians expressed their grievances, claiming they were hired by a purported Chinese company in Nigeria, only to be taken to the CAR, where they were left without pay and had their international passports withheld.

    But in a statement released to the press and signed by the committee’s Chairman, Hon. Jaafaru Yakubu, the committee assured that a thorough investigation will be conducted to uncover the truth behind the allegations.

    “The Committee regrets the unfortunate situation the Nigerian workers are being subjected to in CAR and assures that a comprehensive investigation is currently ongoing to unravel the circumstances that led to their ordeal,” the statement read.

    The Committee clarified that Abdulrauf Ademola, the businessman accused in the video, has refuted the allegations of passport seizure, unpaid salaries, and abandonment. It further stressed that Ademola is not affiliated with the Chinese Embassy or the China General Chamber of Commerce.

    “His actions or inactions should not be linked to the embassy or Chinese enterprises doing their legitimate businesses in Nigeria,” the statement noted.

    The committee stated that China-Nigeria relations have flourished over time, yielding significant results across key sectors, including trade, investment, infrastructure, technology, human capital development, and people-to-people partnerships.

    It urged the media and the public to report on China-Nigeria relations in a fair, balanced, and truthful manner, reflecting the mutual solidarity between the two nations.

  • Chinese Embassy Probes Alleged Abandonment of Nigerian Miners in CAR

    Chinese Embassy Probes Alleged Abandonment of Nigerian Miners in CAR

    The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria has launched an investigation into a viral video alleging that a Chinese mining enterprise abandoned Nigerian miners in the Central African Republic (CAR).

    The video, which has been widely circulated online, reportedly shows Nigerian miners stranded in CAR, claiming they were left without support by a Chinese company.

    The embassy in a statement on Friday said it is committed to uncovering the facts surrounding the incident. It stated that it “attaches great importance to this matter” and has initiated an immediate probe to ascertain the details of the situation.

    According to the embassy, the Chinese government mandates that all its enterprises and citizens operating abroad adhere strictly to local laws and regulations.

    The embassy in the statement urged the involved companies to address the issue appropriately and to maintain close communication with Nigerian authorities throughout the investigation.

  • Lovers Found Dead Inside Car in Ogun

    Lovers Found Dead Inside Car in Ogun

    A man and a woman have been found dead in a vehicle around the Mowe/Ibafo area of the Lagos/Ibadan Expressway.

    The Ogun State Police on Wednesday said the man who was identified as Akeem had killed himself with a substance suspected to be sniper after killing his lover.

    According to the police, Akeem had earlier been reported at the Ilaje Police Division in Lagos State for hitting an object on her head which led to her death.

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    “When the lady became unconscious, the man put her in his car and drove off, took sniper on their way to Ogun State and they were both found dead around NASFAT area of Mowe-Ibafo axis of the state,” the State Police Public Relations Officer, Abimbola Oyeyemi, said in Abeokuta, the state capital.

    The PPRO explained that the situation was reported at the station after people became suspicious as the vehicle remained on the same spot for two days.

    He also debunked speculations that the couple died during sexual intercourse.

    “They did not die while having sex, the man had earlier been reported at Ilaje police station in Lagos. He was reported for allegedly hitting an object on his lover’s head”.

    “When the lady became unconscious, the man put her in his car and drove off. He reportedly took snipper on their way to Ogun State and they were both found dead around NASFAT,” Oyeyemi said.

    He, however, said investigations are ongoing to ascertain remote and immediate causes of the deaths.

  • Car: 4 important checks for roadworthiness

    Car: 4 important checks for roadworthiness

    Going on a road trip is a highly preferred holiday activity for many but this does not mean that people know how to prepare. Unfortunately, in many cases we see car owners just get in the vehicle and drive away.
    This is a really bad approach since dealing with car problems while you just want to relax and go sightseeing is a real hassle.
    If you want to go on a road trip, always be sure that you check your car. The best thing that you can do is visit an auto repair shop for a check.

    This will include all the needed checks, including the following really important ones.

    Fluids
    Fluid levels always need to be checked first since most motorists do not actually check them as often as they should. When oil and coolant levels are too low, a leak might be present somewhere.
    Since you are checking these two, it is always a good idea to also take a look at the brake fluid. When level is low, the car is not actually safe and should not be driven.

    Lights
    In most cases, you will end up driving during the night or in conditions that are misty. This is why absolutely all car lights need to correctly work, especially in the event that you will be driving in an unfamiliar country or region. Brake lights are often needed but all lights can go down without a warning.
    Wipers
    The way in which the wipers clean the windscreen has to be checked. If you turn them on and there are water lines present, you most likely need to change them. Windscreen washers can easily be used to check your wipers. Be sure that they do the job right.
    Tyres And Wheels
    A car’s tyres are incredibly important . They connect the vehicle to the ground so if you find yourself driving for long periods of time, you need to be sure they are exactly as they should be.
    Tread depth is normally checked first. If the tyre is worn beyond the recommended level, replacements are necessary. Then, tyre surface is checked for notable inflections, bubbles and damage.
    If all is okay, tyre pressure is checked. It does not matter if you are on the road or not. Tyres can be over or under-inflated. If this is the case, tyres end up with wear marks.

    Brake Pads
    These are rarely considered, unless getting the car checked by a mechanic. Brake pad wear should be analysed before any road trip.
    The brake pad is made out of an outer part that is metal and an inner part that is composite. The composite part has to have a thickness that is over 5 millimetres. Replacements are needed if this is not the case.
    Also, the handbrake has to be checked. It needs to click a maximum of 4 times before the car is held in place. Roadworthy test is not passed if there are over four clicks.