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I’m Less Bothered About Money Lost During Recent Outage – Mark Zuckerberg

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Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, says he is less bothered over the financial loss incurred during a seven-hour outage of his platform on Monday.

ABN TV reports that many users across the world were stranded when Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, all owned by Zuckerberg, were down.

Bloomberg had estimated Zuckerberg’s loss at $7 billion.

Along with the drop in stocks of Facebook, Zuckerberg’s worth has fallen by nearly $19 billion since September 13, 2021.

But in a Facebook post, Zuckerberg said he was more concerned about those who rely on his products to connect with friends, family and to run their businesses, than the loss suffered.

“The SEV that took down all our services yesterday (Monday) was the worst outage we’ve had in years.”

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“We’ve spent the past 24 hours debriefing how we can strengthen our systems against this kind of failure. This was also a reminder of how much our work matters to people.

“The deeper concern with an outage like this isn’t how many people switch to competitive services or how much money we lose, but what it means for the people who rely on our services to communicate with loved ones, run their businesses, or support their communities.”

Zuckerberg also reflected on the public debate concerning the allegations of a Whistleblower against Facebook services which he said does not reflect the company’s policy, and they care deeply about well-being and mental health.

He wrote, “I’m sure many of you have found the recent coverage hard to read because it just doesn’t reflect the company we know. We care deeply about issues like safety, well-being and mental health. It’s difficult to see coverage that misrepresents our work and our motives. At the most basic level, I think most of us just don’t recognize the false picture of the company that is being painted.”

“ When I reflect on our work, I think about the real impact we have on the world. I’m proud of everything we do to keep building the best social products in the world and grateful to all of you for the work you do here everyday.”

Senate Confirms Board Members Of Nigerian Upstream Regulatory Commission

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The Senate on Wednesday confirmed the appointment of board members of the Nigerian Upstream Regulatory Commission.

The confirmation of the nominees followed the consideration of a report by the Senate Committee on Petroleum Resources.

The nominees confirmed include Isa Ibrahim Modibbo – Chairman; Engr. Gbenga Komolafe – Chief Executive; Hassan Gambo – Executive Commissioner, Finance and Accounts; and Ms Rose Ndong – Executive Commissioner, Exploration and Acreage Management.

Chairman of the Committee on Petroleum Resources (Upstream), Senator Albert Bassey Akpan, in his presentation,  said that the nominees demonstrated sufficient knowledge of the workings of the petroleum industry, especially the upstream petroleum sector, as well as the economics of petroleum exploration and production.

He added that the appointments of the nominees satisfy the requirements of Sections 11 and 18 (1-5) of the Petroleum Industry Act, 2021.

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According to the lawmaker, “there are no adverse reports against the nominees as record checks and other forms of investigations by security agencies did not reveal any negative trace against them.”

Akpan stated that the Committee was satisfied about the qualifications, experience, suitability, competence and integrity of the nominees to assume the position of Chairman, Chief Executive and Executive Commissioners of the Nigerian Upstream Regulatory Commission.

In his remarks, the Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, said the establishment of the Nigerian Upstream Regulatory Commission would provide a foundation for the stabilization of the petroleum industry in Nigeria.

He said, “The Regulatory Commission has the enormous and huge responsibility of setting and establishing the Commission as provided in the Petroleum Industry Act.

“They have the unenviable responsibility of ensuring that they commit themselves and work hard to provide the solid and stable foundation for that matter, that they don’t waste any time because time is of essence.

“The Petroleum Industry will go through a reform process and the process has already started.

“This Commission is one of the huge arms of those reforms that will stabilize the petroleum industry in Nigeria.

“While the Senate confirms them, we expect nothing less than commitment and patriotism on their side.

“The Senate wishes them the best and a very fruitful tenure as they take their offices.

“We expect that the other regulatory authority for downstream and midstream will also be confirmed as soon as possible, so they also start their work immediately.”

Editor-In-Chief SportsDay Newspapers, Ben Alaiya Is Dead

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Ben Alaiya, a one-time Press Officer for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, has passed on.

Alaiya was the Editor-in-Chief of SportsDay Newspapers.

ABN TV understands that the sports journalist died in his village in Benin.

The cause of his death or when he died is still unclear as of the time of publishing this report.

Reacting to Alaiya’s death, Aloy Chukwuemeka, the Director of Football, Abubakar Bukola Saraki, Ilorin, wrote on his known Facebook page on Wednesday afternoon: “Shocking and painful. May his soul Rest In Peace.

Unknown Gunmen Set Access Bank ATM Ablaze In Akwa Ibom (Photos)

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A yet-to-be identified gunmen have attacked Automatic Teller Machine (ATM) point operated by Access Bank Plc within.

Crunchies facility, a popular eatery located at Aka Road, Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State Capital.

The suspected gunmen after destroying the ATM facility, set the place ablaze.

The security post within the Crunchies facility was also touched.

LIVE: Senate Plenary 6th October 2021

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Nigerian Senate Plenary on Wednesday 6th October 2021.

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Buhari Is A Wonderful Leader, Expect More Wonders From Him – Afenifere Leader

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The National leader of the pan Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, Pa Ayo Adebanjo has described President Muhammadu Buhari as a wonderful leader, saying Nigerians should expect more wonders from him in the remaining days of his presidency.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with DAILY INDEPENDENT (not ABN TV), Adebanjo who called for an abolition of the current 1999 constitution, said President Buhari and his officials are using the current constitution to perpetrate several illegalities and injustice, which according to him has resulted in secessionist agitations in the country.

He said the failure of the Buhari administration to run an all-inclusive government and practice True Federalism is responsible for the agitations spearheaded by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly called Igboho.

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According to him “I won’t go into an election again without knowing what type of country I am in. There must be a country first. Is the country one today? The answer is no! Why don’t you allow us to settle that first? Was it not the late John F. Kennedy that said ‘those who make peaceful revolution impossible will make violent change inevitable?”

“Because the federal government doesn’t want to listen to the voice of reason, that is what is giving birth to agitation for secession by Igboho and Nnamdi Kanu”.

“So, whatever they are doing is to silence all those who want peace. That is why they went and invade Igboho’s house at midnight.

“It is only under this type of constitution that such things will happen. If you suspect him of having some arms, you could have surrounded his house and ensure that he doesn’t go out. Then you show him a warrant of arrest to search the place”.

“But people were sleeping when you attacked them and kill them and after they have died, you know brought out some things and claimed you found it in their house. Can you imagine that in a civilized society?”.

“Buhari is wonderful oooo. Publish it as I said it. Buhari is indeed, a wonderful leader. Nigerians should expect more wonders from him”.

We’re Not Interested – Afenifere Replies IPOB On Shutting Down Nigeria For One Month

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Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, on Wednesday reacted to reports by the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, to shut down Nigeria.

Afenifere said it would not be part of the move to shut down Nigeria for one month.

Speaking exclusively with DAILY POST, a highly placed Afenifere chieftain, who wished not to be named, said shutting down Nigeria is not part of its agenda.

He said Afeniefere should not be dragged into such a move to shut down Nigeria.

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“I always show solidarity but we will never be part of shutting down Nigeria for one month.

“That is not part of our agenda; If it’s worthy for them, they can shut down the country, but they should not mention us in that kind of thing.

“We don’t want to be part of it because it is certainly not our agenda. We are not in the business of shutting down the country,” he said.

Recall that IPOB had urged Oduduwa and the Middle Belt agitators to join in shutting down Nigeria from October 21.

The separatist group said other ethnic nationalities should join the Igbos in shutting down Nigeria if Nnamdi Kanu is not produced in court during the next adjourned date.

SAD!! ‘Too Hard To Let Go’, Says Family Who Lost 40-Year-Old Woman In Arochukwu [SEE POSTER]

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The family of Mr. Ikokwu Ogbonnaya of Nde Imoko compound in Ugwuakuma village, Arochukwu has expressed grief over the death of their wife, mother, sister, and sister-in-law, Precious Uchanma Ikokwu, saying it’s ‘too hard to let go’.

SAD!! 'Too Hard To Let Go', Says Family Who Lost 40-Year-Old Woman In Arochukwu [SEE POSTER]

Precious Uchanma Ikokwu died at the age of 40.

Burial arrangement announced by the husband, Abia State Punch Newspaper correspondent, Mr Ikokwu Ogbonnaya on behalf of the family says the body of his late wife will on Saturday, October 9 leave Gate of Heaven Mortuary, Aba Road, Umuahia to Her Husband’s Compound Nde Imoko Ugwuakuma, Arochukwu.

At 10.00am, he body will be lying in State at her husband’s Compound.

At 11.00am, a funeral Service will be held in her honour at her husband’s compound after which she will be laid to rest.

Buhari Presents 2022 Budget Thursday Noon – Lawan [VIDEO]

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President Muhammadu Buhari will on Thursday by 12.00pm present the 2022 Appropriations Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly.

Buhari’s letter of request was read during the plenary by Senate President Ahmad Lawan.

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Osimhen Can Challenge For Serie A Top Goal Scorer Award – Ola Aina

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Ola Aina has backed Super Eagles teammate Victor Osimhen to challenge for the top goal scorer award in the Serie A this season.

Osimhen has been impressive for Napoli so far this campaign after struggling last season.

The 22-year-old has found the back of the net four times in six league appearances.

And he has scored seven goals in eight outings in all competitions in the on-going season for Luciano Spalletti’s side.

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And Aina, who features for Torino in the Italian top-flight, says Osimhen has overcome his struggles from last season.

Aina said on Brila FM: ”I think he can do very well, the first season was stop and start for him, difficult, the whole COVID thing.

“But I think this season as you can see he has come into his stride and I think he can do very well in the league and can challenge for that top goal scorer of the season.”

Aina and Osimhen are expected to be in action for the Eagles when they face Central African Republic, in Thursday’s Group C 2022 World Cup qualifiers in Lagos.

They will then travel to Douala, Cameroon, for the reverse fixture.

The Eagles top the group on six points after winning their opening two games against Liberia and Cape Verde.

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