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The Sharks have beaten Zebre 54-19 in the final round of the United Rugby Champship (URC) at Kings Park in Durban.
A departing Siya Kolisi scored a brace as the Sharks outscored Zebre by 8 tries to three.
The Durban side is done with their URC season after ending 10th and out of contention for the knock-out rounds.
<p><img width="1000" height="600" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Nigerian-Army-1000x600.webp" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="1 Officer, 16 Soldiers Face Army Court Martial For Armed Robbery, Gun Running, Other Offences" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Nigerian-Army-1000x600.webp 1000w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Nigerian-Army-590x354.webp 590w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Nigerian-Army-400x240.webp 400w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p> <h2>The Ovie of Ewu-Urhobo Kingdom, Delta State, His Royal Majesty Clement Ikolo, expressed deep sorrow over the recent killing of 16 soldiers in Bomadi local government area, highlighting a personal connection with one of the fallen soldiers who had played a crucial protective role during his inauguration in November 2023.</h2> <p>The tragic incident, which saw the troops of the 181 Amphibious Battalion <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/03/17/breaking-tinubu-speaks-on-killing-of-military-officers-in-delta-reveals-next-plan/">fall victim</a> to an attack by youths amidst the communal unrest between Okuama and Okoloba communities, has drawn nationwide condemnation.</p> <p>Brigadier-General Tukur Gusau, the Acting Director of Defence Information, clarified that the soldiers were engaged in a peace mission at the time of the ambush.</p> <p>In a heartfelt statement in a video, HRM Ikolo reminisced about the dedication and support of one particular soldier who had stood resolutely by him during the ceremonial presentation of the staff of office.</p> <p>Ikolo said, <em>“It is very sad times for our kingdom in Delta State and for Nigeria generally. It is really a very sad time. And my heart is really saddened.</em></p> <p><em>“The military men are the people who are there to protect our nation. They should be held in high esteem. They (slain soldiers) were here to protect us from people who wanted to invade our land and commit heinous crimes.</em></p> <p><em>“It is very sad these same people who they came to protect and also part of us were the ones with these kind of heinous acts (that) carried out and killed (them) in the process. It is very sad. I totally condemn it.</em></p> <p><em>“It is unacceptable and to crown it all, one of them who was killed in the process was somebody who put in all he could at the time of my presentation of staff of office in November last year. He was very supportive. He stood firmly by me.</em></p> <p><em>“I’m short of words. May their souls…and the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God receive peace.”</em></p> <p>He also commiserated with the Nigerian Army and the families of the deceased soldiers.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/03/17/one-of-the-slain-soldiers-stood-firmly-by-me-delta-monarch/">One Of The Slain Soldiers Stood Firmly By Me – Delta Monarch</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>
Playing in the Shoctor until May 12, the co-production with Vancouver’s Arts Club (adapted by Catherine Bush from the 1844 novel by Alexandre Dumas) is…
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/an-air-traffic-control-employee-right-employees-at-nav-canada.jpg?id=60022727&width=1200&height=400&coordinates=0%2C136%2C0%2C136"/><br/><br/><p>Think six-figure jobs are only for people with university degrees? Think again. NAV Canada is currently hiring in Quebec, and you could earn up to $201,407 a year with just a high school diploma.</p><p><a href="https://navcanada.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/fr-CA/NAV_Careers/details/Air-Traffic-Controller---National_JR-6875?locations=664e973c51c90150e86f5ad1ac09731b" target="_blank">NAV Canada</a>, the national organization responsible for civil air traffic control and flight planning, is actively recruiting new candidates, and no post-secondary education or prior experience is required. The organization provides fully paid training, and successful recruits can land one of two highly compensated roles: regional (IFR) controller or tower (VFR) controller.</p> <p>The paid training period offers a salary between $56,899 and $59,550, depending on the role. The training programs can last from 12 to 27 months and include classroom instruction, simulator practice, and hands-on experience at one of <a href="https://www.navcanada.ca/en/our-facilities.pdf" target="_blank">NAV Canada's seven regional control centres</a> or 42 tower locations across the country.</p><p><strong>For Area Controllers (IFR):</strong></p> <ul> <li> Qualified salary: $139,333 to $201,407</li> <li> Annual premium: $5,290 to $51,318</li> <li> Training includes three phases: classroom and simulator sessions, followed by on-the-job training</li> <li> Training duration: 20 to 27 months</li> </ul> <p><strong>For Tower Controllers (VFR):</strong></p> <ul> <li> Qualified salary: $101,221 to $201,407</li> <li> Annual premium: $5,290 to $51,318</li> <li> Training includes classroom and simulator instruction, plus real-time experience</li> <li> Training duration: 12 to 27 months</li></ul><p>To apply for either position, you must:</p> <ul> <li> Be at least 18 years old</li> <li> Have a high school diploma (or equivalent)</li> <li> Be bilingual in French and English (some roles outside Quebec may accept English only)</li> <li> Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident</li> <li> Pass cognitive testing, medical screening, a drug test, and security checks</li> <li> Be open to relocating anywhere in Canada after training</li> </ul> <p>If you've got quick decision-making skills, strong memory, and can keep cool under pressure, this could be your shot at a high-paying, stable career — no college required.</p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p> <p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p>
