September 8, 2023

30 things you did not know about Dominica

Roseau, Sept. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Commonwealth of Dominica is a small island located in the Caribbean between Martinique and Guadeloupe. Tourists marvel at the crystal blue ocean views and tropical humid climate, there is an abundance of discovery on the Nature Isle of the Caribbean.

Explore 30 interesting facts about the magical island of Dominica!

Cultural history

1. Dominica was named by Christopher Columbus

Prior to Christopher Columbus’ arrival on the island, the Caribbean settlers named it Watikbuli, meaning ‘Tall is her Body’. In 1493, Christopher arrived on the island and named it Domingo, which means Sunday, the day which he discovered the island.

2. Dominica has an interesting motto

The motto is French, ‘Après le Bon Dieu, c’est la Terre’, translated to English as ‘After God, the Earth’, Dominica eloquently displays its natural beauty.

3. Dominica is a republic in the Commonwealth

The Nature Isle gained its independence on 3 November 1978 and celebrates this day annually with vibrant national festivities. These include cultural markets, music festivals, and beauty pageants.

4. The National Anthem is titled ‘Isle of Beauty, Isle of Splendour’

Dominica’s national anthem was written by Wilfred Oscar Morgan, with the music composed by Lemuel McPherson Christian OBE, after receiving statehood in 1967.

5. Government system

As a parliamentary democratic republic nation, The Executive branch of government has a President and Prime Minister, whereby nominees are elected in consultation with the opposition leader. The two-party system, with the ruling Dominica Labour Party and the opposition party, the United Worker’s Party.

All Dominican adult citizens may cast their ballots every five years during the government elections.

6. Dominica’s President, His Excellency, the Honourable Charles Savarin

Elected as Dominica’s eighth president in October 2013, Honourable Charles Savarin is a member of the Dominica Labour Party. He received his nomination from Prime Minister, Honourable Roosevelt Skerrit, who has been the head of government since August 2004. Previously, His Excellency, Honourable Savarin was a teacher, trade unionist, parliamentarian, diplomat, and government minister.

7. English Common Law system

Dominica’s constitution includes the right to life, personal liberty, and freedom of expression, which follows one-third of the world’s English Common Law. The hierarchy of Dominica’s court starts from the Magistrate Court, High Court, Court of Appeal, and lastly The Court of Appeal the Privy Council.

8. Dominica’s small population of 72,412

The population of Dominica is currently sitting at 72,414, making it the 11th least-populated nation in the world.

9. The Dominican flag is one of only two national flags with the colour purple

Out of all the nations in the world, Dominica’s national flag is one of only two national flags to incorporate the colour purple. The other is the Nicaraguan national flag. The Dominican national flag features a Sisserou Parrot that has purple feathers on the underside and the crown.

Geographical landscape

10. The island is also known as the Nature Isle of the Caribbean

Dominica’s spectacular natural beauty is oftentimes affectionately known as “The Nature Isle of the Caribbean.” The vast amount of the island is covered in lush forests. Year-round visitors can experience wondrous waterfalls and mud ponds. Indigenous rainforest animals and insects such as parrots, iguanas and rare butterflies make up some of the phenomenal fauna.

11. The national flowers for Dominica

The Sabinea carinalis, warmly known as the ‘Bwa Kwaib’ or the Carib Wood. Is the indigenous wild xerophytic plant. In bloom, it exhibits bright scarlet flowers from its branches. It is said to represent the longevity of the Dominican youth.

12. The National Bird of Dominica is the Sisserou Parrot

The national bird of Dominica the Sisserou (Amazona Imperialis), “The Pride of Dominica” is found on the country’s emblems such as the Coat of Arms, the National Flag, the Public Seal, The Mace of the House of Assembly and Dominica’s Honours for Meritorious Service. The imperial parrot is endemic to Dominica’s dense mountainous rainforests. This shy and yet attractive indigenous bird has resided on the island for numerous thousands of years and can live over 70 years of age. The bird is an endangered species and is under preservation.

13. Dominica is the only country in the world where sperm whales reside year-round!

Sperm whales have called Dominica’s waters their home, and it is extremely likely to spot them swimming in pods, as whales and dolphins live close to shore throughout the year.

14. The Island is home to the Giant Ditch Frog known as the “mountain chicken”

Dominicans refer to the frog as the “mountain chicken” due to its legs imitating drumsticks. The frog used to be a delicacy as a national dish and is now under conservation to preserve the species.

15. Home to the Caribbean’s first long-distance hiking trail

The Waitukubuli National Trail (WNT) is the first long-distance hiking trail in the Caribbean. It is estimated to be 183 km long and is split into 14 sections. The trail was built between 2007 and 2012, the route crosses through Dominica and traverses some of the country’s most spectacular terrain. It will take a minimum of two weeks to complete the hiking trail.

16. Dominica is home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Morne Trois Pitons National Park is the exclusive Heritage Site in Dominica and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. This national park is situated in the southern half of the island and contains many of Dominica’s most spectacular attractions including the Titou Gorge, Boeri, Freshwater Lakes, the Boiling Lake, and the Middleham Falls. The Morne Trois Pitons National Park covers roughly 9 per cent of Dominica’s land area.

17. Dominica has practised herbal medicine for centuries

The original inhabitants of the island, the Caribs, and later Africans, brought with them thorough knowledge of plants and herbs. This knowledge has been passed down through generations and many herbs like Moringa, Basil and Dandelion are still used today for medicinal purposes, usually referred to as “bush medicine.”

Economic features of Dominica

18. Dominica’s main industries

The country’s main industries are agriculture, tourism and manufacturing. Over 20 per cent of the island’s land is arable and under cultivation, with bananas traditionally serving as Dominica’s largest export. Although Dominica has recently increased the production of other fruits, as well as vegetables and coffee beans.

Dominica’s tourism sector continues to steadily grow, with the alluring nature attracting an estimated 200,000 holidaymakers annually. The island’s manufacturing industry primarily depends on raw materials from the agricultural sector, where in-demand exports include coconut soap, ceramics and shoes.

19. Dominica’s official currency is the East Caribbean Dollar (XCD)

Dominica introduced the Eastern Caribbean Dollar (ECD) currency in 1965, which is used in another seven countries in the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).

Foreign currencies including the euro and dollar are also accepted as tender. It is also pegged to the US dollar at a rate of US$1 to ECD (East Caribbean Dollar) $2.70. As Dominica is a member of the Commonwealth, all banknotes and coins feature an image of King Charles III.

20. The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Dominica

The World Bank recorded the island’s GDP had an outstanding US$612,048,148 in financial year 2022.

21. Investors can acquire Citizenship of Dominica by Investment

Investors in Dominica tend to seek citizenship through investment opportunities around the country. When visitors officially become Dominican citizens, they can develop businesses, work, relocate and extend their citizenship to their family members.

Dominica’s CBI Programme received first in the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) initiative for six consecutive years by the CBI Index.

22. English is Dominica’s official language

English is universally spoken in Dominica and UK English spelling is used. Dominican Creole (an Antillean Creole derived from French), and French Patois are spoken amongst the locals. This is because of the long history of French migration to the island as well as Dominica’s location between two French-speaking countries; Martinique and Guadeloupe.

23. Christian religious practices

Christianity is the most common religion in Dominica, practised by over 90 per cent of the population. However, religious freedom is enshrined in the Constitution of Dominica so inhabitants can follow alternative faiths if they so choose, such as Rastafarianism.

24. Cricket is the most popular sport in Dominica

Many Dominican cricketers play for the West Indies cricket team internationally. Shane Shillingford and Adam Sanford are two of the most notable cricketers from Dominica.

25. The capital city of Dominica is Roseau

The largest city in Dominica it is located on the Southwest coast of the country and is surrounded by the Caribbean Sea, the Morne Bruce Hill and the Roseau River. Filled with lively markets, 18th-century French architecture and famous landmarks like the Roseau Cathedral and the Morne Bruce Cross.

26. The Main Airport is Douglas-Charles Airport

Formerly known as Melville Hall Airport, Douglas–Charles Airport is Dominica’s largest of the country’s two airports. Douglas–Charles Airport operates both passenger and cargo planes to other destinations in the Eastern Caribbean region.

27. Dominica is on a quest to be the world’s first climate-resilient nation

The Government of Dominica has called on investors around the world to assist in the development of sustainable and robust industries and infrastructure. This is an exclusive opportunity to implement the latest technologies and developmental approaches. Dominica aims to be at the forefront of tackling climate change challenges.

28. Unique rivers for each day of the year

Apart from breathtaking beaches and volcanoes, Dominica has over 365 rivers! While some are cool and clear, others are cloudy and fast. All the rivers are surrounded by exotic plants and flowers. The Indian River is the widest on the island, and many visitors choose this river to explore the rivers for the first time.

29. There are nine active volcanoes in Dominica

Dominica has the highest concentration of volcanoes in the world, with approximately nine active volcanoes. Eruptions are very rare, and the last volcanic eruption was in 1997 and the one before that was in 1880.

The highest mountain and volcano are Morne Diablotins, and it is a magical sight. Adventurists can take a six-hour hike to reach the top where neighbouring islands, Martinique and Guadeloupe can be seen from the top.

30. Many of Dominica’s beaches are covered in black sand

The volcanoes in Dominica influence the colour of beautiful black-sand beaches. Some of the most famous black sand beaches in Dominica include the Number One Beach, Mero Beach, and Rosalie Bay Beach.

Secretary of Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme
Commonwealth of Dominica
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info@cbiu.gov.dm

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September 8, 2023

Enernet Global Signs Power Purchase Agreement for 12MW Solar With Vedanta Zinc International in South Africa

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Independent Power Producer Enernet Global (Enernet) has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to build, own, operate and maintain a 12MW DC solar Photovoltaic (PV) plant with Vedanta Zinc International’s (VZI) Black Mountain Mining operations in the Northern Cape, South Africa.

The plant will generate approximately 29 gigawatt hours of electricity annually, substituting a portion of the current Eskom supply. This will reduce carbon emissions by circa 12,244 tonnes per annum compared to Eskom supply. Construction is expected to start in the first quarter of 2024 and take approximately 9 months to complete. The Project will also generate direct and indirect employment within the Khâi-Ma municipal area and Namakwa District, both in the construction and 25-year operational tenor of the plant.

Enernet owns and operates hybrid power systems for mining and industrial companies designed to lower costs, reduce emissions and improve reliability. The company has over 140MW of capacity in operation, construction, contracted or awarded of which 60MW is located in Africa.

“We are excited to be Vedanta’s long-term partner for power on their decarbonisation journey, working together on the roadmap, phasing and roll-out of renewables,” said Bart Haverkamp, Enernet’s Managing Director, Africa.

“ESG is the key focus at VZI. In line with our agenda to transform the planet for the greater good, we have committed to reducing carbon emissions by 35ktons and installing 76% renewable energy by 2027. Our goal is carbon neutrality by 2040. We are excited to partner with Enernet as this 12MW solar energy project, which will reduce emissions and enhance energy reliability and security,” says Pushpender Singla, VZI Executive Director & CFO.

VZI has further plans to decarbonize its operations through its Renewables Energy Programme and will progress into Phase 2 which will encompass the wheeling of energy from offsite generation, across the Eskom transmission line, to offset its Gamsberg Mining operation. Phase 3 is aimed at the expansion of Gamsberg Phase II and is in its initial stages.

Paul Matthews, Enernet’s CEO, added “As a specialist hybrid power company for mining and industrial companies in Africa, Australia and the Caribbean, we are honoured to be working with Vedanta. It is encouraging to see more and more mining companies taking the steps towards decarbonisation and achieving net zero objectives.”

Singla concludes: “We are excited at the commencement of our decarbonization journey towards carbon neutrality, green zinc, and upholding our envisaged ESG commitments which will create opportunities for and develop the communities in which we operate.”

About Enernet Global Inc

Enernet Global’s mission is to decarbonise the world’s supply chains. It owns and operates hybrid power systems and drives the adoption of renewable energy, battery storage and energy efficiency solutions that displace CO₂ emissions and reduce power costs. Built on the company’s proprietary ARC software platform, Enernet Global’s Energy-as-a-Service offering benefits on and off-grid customers by providing less expensive, more resilient power solutions at no capital outlay for customers.

Enernet has operations in Sub-Saharan Africa, Australia and the Caribbean, where it focuses on power solutions for customers in the metals and minerals, commercial and industrial and agriculture sectors.

Media contact:
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Enernet Global Inc.
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September 8, 2023

eXp Realty booste le potentiel de gains des agents

Introduction du programme d’encouragement « Accelerate » destiné aux agents, qui fait tomber les obstacles de la croissance grâce à des opportunités accélérées de partage de revenus

BELLINGHAM, Washington, 07 sept. 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — eXp Realty®, « the most agent-centric real estate brokerage on the planet » (le cabinet de courtage le plus axé sur les agents de la planète) et filiale principale d’eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq : EXPI), a annoncé aujourd’hui le lancement d’Accelerate, un programme d’encouragement dont l’unique objectif est d’aider les agents d’eXp à préparer leur avenir en maximisant leur partage de revenus et leur potentiel de gains lors de leur première année dans la société.

« Pendant la durée de vie d’un agent, un élément essentiel de sa réussite à long terme est sa capacité à constituer sa retraite. Nous avons donc lancé Accelerate afin d’aider à dynamiser ses gains potentiels et créer un élan la première année et à préparer son avenir », a déclaré Glenn Sanford, fondateur et PDG d’eXp Realty. « Nous continuons à nous concentrer sans relâche sur la réalisation d’un modèle qui place les agents au premier rang. Je suis extrêmement fier de ce que nous avons créé, surtout pour ceux qui cherchent à développer une richesse à long terme, avec nos programmes de partage de revenus et d’actions pour les agents et notre modèle de capitalisation et de fractionnement d’actions favorable. »

Accelerate, qui est disponible dans les 24 pays où eXp Realty opère, concerne les agents qui ont rejoint la société depuis le 1er mars 2023. Le programme ouvre automatiquement les niveaux 2 et 3 du partage de revenus pendant 12 mois à compter du 7 septembre 2023, créant l’opportunité d’avoir immédiatement 10 agents qualifiés de première ligne (FLQA pour Front Line Qualifying Agent). Cela peut rendre disponibles les éléments eXponentiels du programme de partage de revenus d’eXp au cours de cette première année. Les critères standards du partage de revenus s’appliqueront une fois les 12 mois écoulés.

« Accelerate a été conçu pour réduire les obstacles et encourager les agents à faire croître leur organisation », a déclaré Michael Valdes, directeur de la croissance chez eXp Realty. « Le programme leur permet de se concentrer sur la vente et le développement de leurs activités tout en gagnant la part de revenus potentielle maximale pour les niveaux deux et trois au cours de la première année. Notre modèle de rémunération harmonisé, dans lequel les agents sont récompensés à la fois pour la production et leur contribution à la croissance d’eXp, génère plus de valeur que jamais auparavant. »

Ce lancement arrive juste après l’annonce du mois de juin faite par la société qui, pour la première fois, a affiné les critères de partage de revenus pour ses agents, en réduisant le seuil FLQA de niveau 7 actuel de 40 à 30 FLQA. Dans le cadre de ses efforts d’amélioration continue de son modèle, la société a également lancé Boost, un programme conçu pour inciter financièrement les équipes indépendantes et les maisons de courtage qualifiées à rejoindre eXp Realty.

Le partage de revenus ne représente qu’une partie du modèle de rémunération harmonisé d’eXp Realty, qui comprend également des commissions compétitives et des programmes d’actions pour permettre à ses agents de préparer leur avenir.

À propos d’eXp World Holdings, Inc.

eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq : EXPI) est la société holding d’eXp Realty^®, Virbela et SUCCESS^® Enterprises.

eXp Realty est la plus grande société immobilière indépendante dans le monde avec plus de 88 000 agents aux États-Unis, au Canada, au Royaume-Uni, en Australie, en Afrique du Sud, en Inde, au Mexique, au Portugal, en France, à Porto Rico, au Brésil, en Italie, à Hong Kong, en Colombie, en Espagne, en Israël, au Panama, en Allemagne, en République dominicaine, en Grèce, en Nouvelle-Zélande, au Chili, en Pologne et à Dubaï, et elle continue de se développer à l’échelle internationale. En tant que société cotée en bourse, eXp World Holdings fournit aux professionnels immobiliers l’opportunité unique d’obtenir des primes en actions en fonction de leurs objectifs de production et de leur contribution à la croissance globale de l’entreprise. eXp World Holdings et ses entreprises offrent une gamme complète de solutions technologiques en matière de courtage et d’immobilier, y compris son modèle innovant de courtage résidentiel et commercial, ses services professionnels, ses outils de collaboration et son développement personnel. Le service de courtage basé sur le cloud est alimenté par Virbela, une plateforme 3D immersive profondément sociale et collaborative, permettant aux agents d’être plus connectés et productifs. SUCCESS^® Enterprises, ancrée par le magazine SUCCESS^® et ses propriétés médiatiques connexes, a été créée en 1897 et est une marque ainsi qu’une publication de premier plan dans le domaine du développement personnel et professionnel.

Pour tout complément d’information, veuillez consulter le site https://expworldholdings.com.

Énoncés prospectifs

Les énoncés contenus dans les présentes peuvent inclure des énoncés de futures attentes et d’autres énoncés prospectifs se basant sur les opinions et suppositions actuelles de la direction et impliquent des risques connus et inconnus ainsi que des incertitudes pouvant causer une différence substantielle entre les résultats, performances ou événements réels et ceux exprimés ou sous-entendus dans ces énoncés. Ces énoncés prospectifs sont valables uniquement à la date indiquée dans les présentes, et la société n’assume aucune obligation de les réviser ou de les mettre à jour. Ces énoncés ne sont pas des garanties de performances futures. Des facteurs importants pouvant causer une différence substantielle et défavorable entre les résultats réels et ceux exprimés dans les énoncés prospectifs comprennent les changements commerciaux ou d’autres conditions du marché ; la difficulté de maintenir la hausse des dépenses à des niveaux modestes tout en augmentant les recettes ; et les autres risques détaillés de temps à autre dans les dépôts de la société auprès de la Securities and Exchange Commission, y compris, sans s’y limiter, le rapport trimestriel le plus récemment déposé sur formulaire 10-Q et le rapport annuel sur formulaire 10-K.

Contact des relations avec les médias :

eXp World Holdings, Inc.
mediarelations@expworldholdings.com

Contact des relations avec les investisseurs :

Denise Garcia
investors@expworldholdings.com

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September 8, 2023

eXp Realty Aumenta Potencial de Ganhos do Agente

“Accelerate”, o programa de incentivo de agentes, rompe as barreiras de crescimento por meio de oportunidades aceleradas de compartilhamento de receita

BELLINGHAM, Wash., Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A eXp Realty®, “the most agent-centric real estate brokerage on the planet” e a principal subsidiária da eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), anunciou hoje o lançamento do Accelerate – um programa de incentivo focado exclusivamente em ajudar os agentes eXp a construir seu futuro, maximizando seu potencial de ganho de participação na receita durante o primeiro ano com a empresa.

“Na carreira de um agente, um componente crítico do seu sucesso a longo prazo é a capacidade de ter um bom planejamento para a aposentadoria. Por isso lançamos o Accelerate para ajudar a catalisar os ganhos em potencial e criar impulso no primeiro ano, tendo em mente o futuro”, disse Glenn Sanford, Fundador e CEO da eXp Realty. “Continuamos incansavelmente focados em entregar um modelo que coloca os agentes em primeiro lugar. Eu não poderia estar mais orgulhoso do que criamos, especialmente para quem procura aumentar seus ativos a longo prazo com os nossos programas de participação nos lucros e ações para agentes, bem como um modelo favorável de limite e divisão.”

O Accelerate, já disponível em todos os 24 países onde a eXp Realty opera, aplica-se a agentes que ingressaram a partir de 1º de março de 2023. O programa abre automaticamente os níveis de participação nos lucros 2 e 3 durante 12 meses a partir de 7 de setembro de 2023, com uma oportunidade de qualificação imediata de 10 agentes de linha de frente (FLQA). Isso pode abrir os componentes exponenciais do programa de compartilhamento de receita da eXp nesse primeiro ano. Após o período de 12 meses, serão aplicados os critérios padrão de participação na receita.

“O Accelerate foi criado para reduzir as barreiras e incentivar os agentes para o seu crescimento nas empresas”, disse Michael Valdes, Diretor de Crescimento da eXp Realty. “Isso permite que eles se concentrem na venda e no crescimento do seus negócios e, ao mesmo tempo, obtenham a participação máxima da receita potencial para os níveis dois e três no primeiro ano. Nosso modelo de remuneração alinhado, em que os agentes são recompensados tanto pela produção quanto pelas contribuições para o crescimento da eXp, tem mais valor do que nunca.”

Este lançamento dá seguimento ao anúncio de junho da empresa de que, pela primeira vez, estava aprimorando os critérios de participação da receita para seus agentes, reduzindo o atual limite de nível 7 da FLQA de 40 para 30 FLQA. Como parte dos seus esforços de melhorar continuamente seu modelo, a empresa também lançou o Boost, um programa projetado para incentivar financeiramente a qualificação de equipes independentes e corretoras para se juntarem à eXp Realty.

A participação na receita é apenas uma parte do modelo de remuneração alinhado da eXp Realty, que também inclui comissões competitivas e programas de ações projetados para permitir que seus agentes planejem seu futuro.

Sobre a eXp World Holdings, Inc.

A eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI) é a holding da eXp Realty®, Virbela e SUCCESS^® Enterprises.

A eXp Realty é a maior empresa imobiliária independente do mundo, com mais de 88.000 agentes nos Estados Unidos, Canadá, Reino Unido, Austrália, África do Sul, Índia, México, Portugal, França, Porto Rico, Brasil, Itália, Hong Kong, Colômbia, Espanha, Israel, Panamá, Alemanha, República Dominicana, Grécia, Nova Zelândia, Chile, Polônia e Dubai além de continuar a crescer em todo o mundo. Como uma empresa de capital aberto, a eXp World Holdings oferece aos profissionais do setor imobiliário a oportunidade única de ganhar prêmios de capital por metas de produção e contribuições para o crescimento geral da empresa. A eXp World Holdings e suas empresas oferecem um conjunto completo de soluções tecnológicas de corretagem e imobiliária, incluindo seu inovador modelo de corretagem residencial e comercial, serviços profissionais, ferramentas colaborativas e desenvolvimento pessoal. A corretora na nuvem tem por base a Virbela, uma plataforma 3D imersiva profundamente social e colaborativa, que permite que os agentes sejam mais conectados e produtivos. A SUCCESS® Enterprises, ancorada pela revista SUCCESS® e seus ativos de mídia, foi fundada em 1897 e é uma marca e publicação líder em desenvolvimento pessoal e profissional.

Para mais informação, visite https://expworldholdings.com.

Declaração de Previsão

As declarações de previsão contidas neste documento, podem incluir expectativas futuras ou outras declarações de previsão que têm por base a atual opinião e suposições da administração que envolvem riscos e incertezas conhecidos e desconhecidos que podem fazer com que os resultados reais sejam substancialmente diferentes dos resultados previstos. As declarações de previsão são válidas apenas a partir da presente data, e a empresa não tem nenhuma obrigação de atualizar ou revisar tais declarações. Tais declarações não são garantias de desempenho futuro. Fatores importantes que podem fazer com que os resultados reais sejam material e adversamente diferentes dos expressos nas declarações de previsão incluem, mudanças nos negócios ou outras condições de mercado; dificuldade de manter o crescimento das despesas em níveis modestos e, ao mesmo tempo, de aumentar a receita; e outros riscos detalhados ocasionalmente nos registros da Comissão de Valores Mobiliários da empresa, incluindo, mas não se limitando ao Relatório Trimestral protocolado mais recentemente no Formulário 10-Q e no Relatório Anual no Formulário 10-K.

Contato de Relações com a Mídia:

eXp World Holdings, Inc.

mediarelations@expworldholdings.com

Contato de Relações com Investidores:

Denise Garcia

investors@expworldholdings.com

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September 8, 2023

eXp World Holdings Nomeia Fred Reichheld para o Conselho Diretor

Criador do Net Promoter® System e um dos principais especialistas do mundo em fidelização de clientes e funcionários tem um conhecimento incomparável da satisfação dos funcionários e dos clientes

BELLINGHAM, Wash., Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI) (a “Empresa”) anunciou esta semana a nomeação do criador do Net Promoter^® System (NPS), Fred Reichheld, para o conselho de administração da Empresa, a partir de 7 de setembro de 2023.

“É com muita honra que damos as boas-vindas a Fred Reichheld ao nosso Conselho Diretor”, disse Glenn Sanford, Fundador, CEO e Diretor da eXp World Holdings. “Para as empresas que valorizam a satisfação e a lealdade dos clientes e funcionários, como nós, o Net Promoter System é perfeito. A realização de pesquisas regulares de NPS com nossos agentes e funcionários desde 2016 tem sido fundamental para a nossa missão centrada no agente, e Fred compartilhou sua sabedoria com nossa equipe na Reunião com Acionistas deste ano. Estou muito feliz em tê-lo no nosso Conselho de Administração e estou pronto para este nosso trabalho conjunto.”

Além de criar o sistema NPS, Reichheld é um palestrante bem conhecido e autor de best-sellers. Seu livro mais recente, “Winning on Purpose: The Unbeatable Strategy of Loving Customers”, explica como o NPS ajuda as empresas a se tornarem verdadeiramente centradas no cliente, terem um crescimento lucrativo através da conversão sistemática de mais clientes em promotores, e menos negativos. Ele é membro da Bain & Company e fundador da sua prática de Fidelidade. Ele se formou com honras no Harvard College (BA, 1974) e na Harvard Business School (MBA, 1978).

Simultaneamente à nomeação de Reichheld, Sir Darren Jacklin deixará o cargo, mas continuará a atuar no Conselho Diretor da eXp Realty Canada. Após essas mudanças, o conselho da eXp World Holdings passará a contar com sete diretores, quatro dos quais são independentes. Jacklin atuou no Conselho de Administração da eXp World Holdings durante quase 10 anos.

“Darren tem sido parte integrante desta empresa, e temos a sorte de ter sua visão e liderança contínuas no Conselho de Administração da eXp Canada”, disse Sanford. “Gostaria de agradecer pessoalmente a ele por toda a sua contribuição durante todos esses anos. Sua experiência com visitas a quatro continentes e mais de 50 países para orientar empreendedores e proprietários de empresas quanto a estratégias específicas e mensuráveis projetadas voltadas para o sucesso será de grande valia para nós. A eXp Canada se beneficiará muito com a sua experiência e sabedoria.”

Sobre a eXp World Holdings, Inc.

A eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI) é a holding da eXp Realty®, Virbela e SUCCESS^® Enterprises.

A eXp Realty é a maior empresa imobiliária independente do mundo, com mais de 88.000 agentes nos Estados Unidos, Canadá, Reino Unido, Austrália, África do Sul, Índia, México, Portugal, França, Porto Rico, Brasil, Itália, Hong Kong, Colômbia, Espanha, Israel, Panamá, Alemanha, República Dominicana, Grécia, Nova Zelândia, Chile, Polônia e Dubai além de continuar a crescer em todo o mundo. Como uma empresa de capital aberto, a eXp World Holdings oferece aos profissionais do setor imobiliário a oportunidade única de ganhar prêmios de capital por metas de produção e contribuições para o crescimento geral da empresa. A eXp World Holdings e suas empresas oferecem um conjunto completo de soluções tecnológicas de corretagem e imobiliária, incluindo seu inovador modelo de corretagem residencial e comercial, serviços profissionais, ferramentas colaborativas e desenvolvimento pessoal. A corretora na nuvem tem por base a Virbela, uma plataforma 3D imersiva profundamente social e colaborativa, que permite que os agentes sejam mais conectados e produtivos. A SUCCESS^® Enterprises, ancorada pela revista SUCCESS^® e seus ativos de mídia, foi fundada em 1897 e é uma marca e publicação líder em desenvolvimento pessoal e profissional.

Para mais informação, visite https://expworldholdings.com.

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September 8, 2023

eXp World Holdings accueille Fred Reichheld au sein de son conseil d’administration

Le créateur du Net Promoter® System, également l’un des plus grands experts du monde dans les domaines de la fidélité des clients et des employés, apporte une connaissance sans égale de la satisfaction de ces derniers

BELLINGHAM, Washington, 07 sept. 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq : EXPI) (la « Société ») a annoncé cette semaine l’intégration de Fred Reichheld, créateur du Net Promoter^® System (NPS), au sein du conseil d’administration de la Société, en date effective du 7 septembre 2023.

« Nous sommes honorés d’accueillir Fred Reichheld au sein de notre conseil d’administration », a déclaré Glenn Sanford, fondateur, président et directeur général d’eXp World Holdings. « Pour les sociétés comme la nôtre, qui accordent de l’importance à satisfaction de leurs clients et de leurs employés, le Net Promoter System est comparable au Saint Graal. Nous menons régulièrement des enquêtes NPS auprès de nos agents et de notre personnel depuis 2016, et cela joue un rôle crucial en vue d’accomplir notre mission centrée sur les agents. Par ailleurs, Fred a partagé sa sagesse avec notre équipe lors du Sommet des actionnaires de cette année. Je suis ravi de le voir rejoindre notre conseil d’administration et impatient de travailler encore plus étroitement avec lui. »

En plus d’avoir créé le système NPS, M. Reichheld est un conférencier convoité et auteur de best-sellers. Son tout dernier livre, « Winning on Purpose: The Unbeatable Strategy of Loving Customers », explique comment le NPS aide les entreprises à s’axer véritablement sur leurs clients et à bénéficier ainsi d’une croissance profitable en convertissant systématiquement davantage de clients en promoteurs, et de moins en moins d’entre eux en détracteurs. C’est actuellement un Bain & Company Fellow et c’est le fondateur de leur pratique Loyalty. Il a obtenu ses diplômes avec mention tant au Harvard College (une licence en 1974) qu’à la Harvard Business School (un MBA en 1978).

Simultanément avec la nomination de M. Reichheld, Sir Darren Jacklin quittera son poste mais continuera de servir le conseil d’administration d’eXp Realty Canada. Suite à ces changement, le conseil d’administration d’eXp World Holdings comprendra sept administrateurs, dont quatre indépendants. M. Jacklin a servi le conseil d’administration d’eXp World Holdings pendant près de 10 ans.

« Darren a été une part intégrante de cette entreprise, et nous avons de la chance de continuer à bénéficier de ses connaissances et de son leadership au sein du conseil d’administration d’eXp Canada », a commenté M. Sanford. « J’aimerais le remercier personnellement pour toutes ses contributions au fil des ans. Son expérience acquise en voyageant sur quatre continents et dans plus de 50 pays, où il a joué le rôle de mentor auprès d’entrepreneurs et de chefs d’entreprise pour les conseiller sur des stratégies spécifiques et mesurables qui leur permettraient de réussir, a été un excellent atout pour nous. eXp Canada bénéficiera grandement de son expérience et de sa sagesse. »

À propos d’eXp World Holdings, Inc.

eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq : EXPI) est la société holding d’eXp Realty®, Virbela et SUCCESS^® Enterprises.

eXp Realty est la plus grande société immobilière indépendante dans le monde avec plus de 88 000 agents aux États-Unis, au Canada, au Royaume-Uni, en Australie, en Afrique du Sud, en Inde, au Mexique, au Portugal, en France, à Porto Rico, au Brésil, en Italie, à Hong Kong, en Colombie, en Espagne, en Israël, au Panama, en Allemagne, en République dominicaine, en Grèce, en Nouvelle-Zélande, au Chili, en Pologne et à Dubaï, et elle continue de se développer à l’échelle internationale. En tant que société cotée en bourse, eXp World Holdings fournit aux professionnels immobiliers l’opportunité unique d’obtenir des primes en actions en fonction de leurs objectifs de production et de leur contribution à la croissance globale de l’entreprise. eXp World Holdings et ses entreprises offrent une gamme complète de solutions technologiques en matière de courtage et d’immobilier, y compris son modèle innovant de courtage résidentiel et commercial, ses services professionnels, ses outils de collaboration et son développement personnel. Le service de courtage basé sur le cloud est alimenté par Virbela, une plateforme 3D immersive profondément sociale et collaborative, permettant aux agents d’être plus connectés et productifs. SUCCESS^® Enterprises, ancrée par le magazine SUCCESS^® et ses propriétés médiatiques connexes, a été créée en 1897 et est une marque ainsi qu’une publication de premier plan dans le domaine du développement personnel et professionnel.

Pour tout complément d’information, veuillez consulter le site https://expworldholdings.com.

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September 8, 2023

Minister of State meets ambassadors to address Luanda Biennial

The Minister of State for the Social Affairs Dalva Ringote Friday met with foreign diplomats in Angola to discuss issues related to the 3rd edition of the Pan-African Forum for the Culture of Peace and Non-Violence – Luanda Biennial, to be held on November 22-24, 2023.

In her capacity as coordinator of the multi-sector commission, Dalva Ringote conveyed detailed information on the preparations for the event.

Luanda Biennial will bring together national and foreign personalities in Luanda and will focus on culture of peace.

During the meeting, the minister asked diplomats for contributions, as well as participation in actions planned before and during the event.

At the end of the meeting, she told the press that the event will focus on peace, security, education, human capital, which are crucial for the sustainable development of the continent.

The official also mentioned the gender issues, women’s participation in democratic processes and women’s empowerment.

“We want to ensure that the great themes that move the continent are taken into consideration by the Heads of State and Government who will be able to participate in the event ”, she said.

The minister said that conditions are being prepared for the successful completion of the event to be held under the motto “Education, Culture of Peace and African Citizenship, as Tools for the Sustainable Development of the Continent”.

It will contribute to three fundamental purposes, among which the implementation of the “Action Plan for a Culture of Peace in Africa/Let us Act for Peace”, adopted in March 2013, in Luanda.

The event was instituted by Decision 558/XXIV, adopted by the 24th Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the AU in 2015, which directed the African Union Commission (AUC) to work, in concert with UNESCO and the Government of the Republic of Angola, for its materialization.

The Biennial of Luanda is an initiative of the Angolan Executive and takes place every two year

Source: Angola Press News Agency

September 8, 2023

Economic operators get vehicles for transportation of goods in Malanje

At least 24 economic operators linked to the agricultural sector benefitted from trucks on Thursday (7) for transportation of agricultural products from countryside to the city and vice versa.

The move is part of the second phase of the Integrated Rural Trade Development Programme (PIDCR), carried out by the Angolan Government.

Benefitted from the vehicles are entrepreneurs operating in the fourteen municipalities of the north-east Malanje province, who will encourage trade activity in the region, mainly in remote areas.

The provincial governor of Malanje Marcos Alexandre Nhunga handed over the vehicles and called for dedication to performing the economic activities.

Launched in 2020 by the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the project envisages the acquisition of 3,000 vehicles to be distributed in phases.

The provinces of Benguela, Bié, Cuanza Norte, Cuanza Sul, Huambo, Malanje and Namibe are priorities in this programme.

Source: Angola Press News Agency

September 8, 2023

Army to appraise operational activities at COAS Conference

The Director, Army Public Relations, Brig.-Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu says the forthcoming Chief of Army Staff Conference will evaluate the conduct of all ongoing operations in the country.

Nwachukwu said in a statement on Thursday in Abuja that it would also appraise trainings and other activities of the army.

Nwachukwu said the second and third COAS conference slated to hold from Sept. 11 to Sept. 15. would also enable the Army to make projections for the fourth quarter.

He particularly said it would serve as an avenue to appraise ongoing counter-terrorism counter-insurgency operations in the North East and North West, as well as other operational engagements nationwide.

Nwachukwu said the participants would have the privilege of gaining insight into the Command Philosophy of the COAS, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, and his agenda for the Nigerian army.

According to him, participants would equally be sensitised on the critical drivers of the COAS’ command philosophy, for effective implementation.

“The conference would as well feature presentation of briefs on training, operations, administration, logistics and other Nigerian Army activities, as captured in its 2023 Forecast of Events.

“During the conference, far-reaching decisions that would give impetus to the objectives of the service will be taken into consideration.

“Principal Staff Officers of the Army Headquarters, corps, formations, operations commanders, commandants of army schools, and tri-service institutions, as well as select officers holding key appointments are expected to participate in the conference,” he said.

Source: News Agency of Nigeria

September 8, 2023

Army to strengthen partnership with defence bureau, space to enhance operations

The Nigerian Army has pledged to escalate partnership with the Defence Research and Development Bureau (DRDB) and Defence Space Administration (DSA) to enhance its operations.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja made the pledge when he met separately with the Director-General of DRDB, Maj.-Gen. Emmanuel Ndagi and the Chief of DSA, AVM Abdullahi Shinkafi on Thursday in Abuja.

Lagbaja, in a statement by the Director, Army Public Relations, Brig.-Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, particularly said that the partnership with DSA would ensure that the Army maintains formidable presence in the cyber space.

The COAS appreciated the DSA’s space and cyber support to the army and other services, saying that space and cyber domains were significant in modern warfare.

According to him, it is paramount for the army to develop the requisite competencies to defend itself against any cyber threat and attack.

He therefore assured the DSA of continuous collaboration, adding that DSA products would be extended to all formations and units to enhance the conduct of land operations.

The COAS also acknowledged the enormous work being done by the defence bureau in coordinating research and development efforts of the Nigerian military.

He said the army would tap the research outcomes of the bureau in countering Improvised Explosive Devices (IED), to save the lives of personnel and civilians, as well as military equipments.

Lagbaja said that enhancing operational efficiency of troops was crucial to meeting the constitutional responsibilities of the army of defending the territorial integrity of Nigeria.

He said that the partnership would provide the requisite platforms for the army to leverage cutting-edge technologies, strategies and practices to enhance its operations.

In his remarks, Ndagi said the visit was aimed at strengthening the collaboration between the bureau and the army.

He said that the mandate of the bureau was to coordinate research and development activities of the armed forces, with emphasis on developing indigenous technological capacity for the military.

On his part, AVM Shinkafi commended the army for its support to the DSA in the areas of infrastructure and cyber warfare.

Source: News Agency of Nigeria

September 8, 2023

Insecurity: Wike urges FCT council’s chairmen to establish surveillance committee

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has advised the Chairmen of the six Area Councils in FCT to constitute a Surveillance Committee in their respective councils to curb insecurity.

Wike gave the advice while responding to the challenges outlined by the councils’ chairmen during a familiarisation meeting in Abuja on Thursday.

According to him, the surveillance committee will help in checking insecurity and activities of illegal mining in communities, which creates an avenue for insecurity.

Earlier, the Chairman of Kwali Area Council, Mr Danladi Chiya, outlined inadequate funds, sanitation, public transportation, land allocation and insecurity, particularly kidnappings as the major challenges affecting the area councils.

Chiya disclosed that 19 persons were kidnaped in Bwari Area Council today (Thursday) and urged the minister to come to their aid.

On land allocation, the chairman said that peoples’ backyard, graveyard, including churches were being allocated to individuals.

The Chairman, Bwari Area Council, Mr John Gabaya, urged Wike to carry the council chairmen along in land allocation and development to enable them to monitor the allocated land development process.

His counterpart, Chairman of Kuje Area Council, Mr Abdullahi Sabo, also lamented the menace of illegal miners in the area councils, stressing that they were constituting a security threat.

Sabo said that a landslide in one of the mining sites took the lives of about 30 persons, adding that when invested, it was discovered that the miners do not have a mining licence.

Responding to the issues, Wike said he would call for an emergency security meeting with the Director, Department State Services and Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, to look at the issue.

He called for the cooperation and support of the council chairmen, saying that “we cannot achieve anything without the support of the area council chairmen, it is not possible.

“We must collaborate and work together for the interest of our people,” he said.

On shortage of funds, the minister advised the chairmen of prudent use of available resources while assuring them that they would get whatever was due to them under his watch.

He also called for a working synergy with the area councils to improve sanitation in the city.

On land allocation, the minister explained that land allocation by law, was under the purview of the FCT Administration.

He, however, agreed with the council chairmen to carry them along so that they would put an eye on the development process.

“Involve the area council when given out land for development so that they will check mate what is going on.

“We are not everywhere, how many times do we go out? By the time you know people have developed, then you will go and demolish, and it will cause problems.

“But if we carry them along then they become our eyes in those areas. That is how it is supposed to be. I can assure you I will change all these things,” he said.

On illegal mining, Wike assured the chairmen that he would discuss, with the Minister of Solid Minerals, Mr Dele Alake to eliminate illegal mining in the FCT.

Earlier, Minister of Stare, FCT, Dr Mariya Mahmoud, and the Permanent Secretary in the FCTA, Mr Olusade Adesola expressed the willingness of the Administration to continue to partner with the councils’ chairmen for inclusive development of the capital territory.

Source: News Agency of Nigeria

September 8, 2023

NLC tasks govt on implementation of tax justice

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has advocated for a proper implementation of tax justice to enable higher income earners in the country pay higher taxes than low income earners.

Mr Eustace James, NLC Focal Person on Tax Justice, made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Friday in Abuja.

“Those who occupy public offices, those who erect mighty buildings with public funds and yet they don’t pay taxes should be made to pay taxes accordingly, ” he said.

James was speaking at the Fiscal Accountability for Inequality Reduction (FAIR4ALL) Project Media Colloquium and Exhibition organised by Oxfam Nigeria supported by Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

He decried the system where low income earners and the vulnerable in the society pay higher and double taxes while those occupying high public offices do not pay taxes.

“Tax justice is about bringing equity and justice to tax payment, about people paying based on what they earn.

“It is about eliminating extortion and exploitation of the poor as well as taxing on the basis of pure justice, ” he said.

James, who identified tax justice as key to decent work, added that tax is the most sustainable means of public finance.

“So, tax is an obligation of every citizen but what has been the issue in Nigeria is that the poor pay more than the rich.

“When you talk about tax net expansion, it is not about taxing the poor more, it is about taxing the rich who are not paying tax in order to contribute to the tax basket, ” James said.

He explained that the poor are those that are exploited and extorted in the name of multiple taxations while the rich keep invading and avoiding taxes.

According to him, tax justice campaign has brought tax payment into the limelight to address inequality and injustice.

“We, in NLC has no option than to key into this campaign and to also be the champion of tax justice and good governance, ” he said.

Source: News Agency of Nigeria

September 8, 2023

NAN NUJ to address drug abuse as Press Week begins Sept. 25

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Lagos Chapel, on Friday announced plans to address drug abuse during its forthcoming Press Week commencing on Monday, Sept. 25.

The 2023 edition of the week which will run from Sept. 25 through Friday, Sept. 29, will have the theme: “Drug Abuse and Nigerian Youths; Effects and the Way Forward”.

The Chairperson, Press Week Organising Committee, Mrs Vivian Ihechu, said several educative and interesting programmes are lined up for the second edition of the week.

According to Ihechu, some of the activities to spice the week-long event include road walkout, medical outreach, games, competitions, visit to an orphanage and old people’s home among others.

She said that highpoints of the NUJ NAN Lagos Chapel Press Week would be a Cultural Day and Lecture/Symposium series.

She explained that the cultural day will hold on Tuesday Sept. 26, while the lecture/symposium will take place on Thursday Sept. 28, at the NAN Multipurpose Media Centre, National Theatre Annex, Iganmu Lagos.

NAN reports that retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa, Chairman, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), would be the lead speaker at the event alongside other distinguished Nigerians.

The Lecture/Symposium is part of agenda-setting role of the media towards addressing the prevalence of drug abuse among the youths for national restoration.

The lecture/symposium will touch on topical issues and proffer solutions.

Also, security agencies, secondary school students, community leaders and transporters are expected to be in attendance.

The week-long event will climax with a media rendezvous at the NAN Media Centre on Friday, Sept. 29.

Source: News Agency of Nigeria

September 8, 2023

Gov. Otu assures transparent, full implementation of 2024 budget

Gov. Bassey Otu of Cross River has said that the state’s 2024 budget will be fully implemented under a transparent supervision.

Otu stated this on Friday in Calabar while declaring open a one-day stakeholders’ budget consultative forum.

Otu, represented by his Deputy, Peter Odey, said when the budget is finally passed; his administration will ensure that its implementation ratio is transparent for everyone to see.

“We will ensure that this budget is implemented to the very letter.

“If we do not implement appropriately, then we stand the risk not to create the right opportunity to reduce poverty and hunger, or improved healthcare in the state.

“We are on a track to having a right budget in 2024, a budget that will build Cross River, improve infrastructure, education, healthcare, the standard of living and the transport sectors.

“We cannot create wealth as a government if we do not budget adequately, we cannot even employ because we would not know the number of people to employ,” Otu said.

In his keynote address, State Commissioner for Finance, Mike Odere, argued that since resources are scarce, government must ensure proper allocation and utilisation.

Represented by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr Atim Ekpenyong, Odere said top government functionaries need to ensure that projects succeed on time through better management of both human and material resources.

He said that effective resource utilisation maintains productivity as it prevents staff from underperforming and being overburdened by workload.

According to him, it reduces risks of oversights as well as management of projects with better visibility, among others.

Similarly, Mr Cyril Omini, Chairman, State Assembly House Committee on Finance and Appropriation, stressed the need to put in place a budget that aligns with the needs of the people.

“Budgetary process affects each and every one of us, our well-being, personal goals and aspirations.

“Therefore, we must all take active part in the budgetary process and work towards a budget that is focused on making a difference in the lives of our people,” Omini said.

He further enjoined stakeholders to look beyond individual’s interests while working towards a common goal for the good of the state and citizenry.

Source: News Agency of Nigeria

September 8, 2023

Police arrest mother of 2, others over robbery, kidnapping in FCT

The Police Command in FCT has arrested Bunmi Samuel, mother of two, her boyfriend and 12 others over alleged various crimes including kidnapping, armed robbery and burglary in the territory.

The FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Haruna Garba, who paraded the suspects at the command headquarters on Thursday in Abuja, said the suspects were arrested at different locations in the territory.

Garba said that various assorted weapons, vehicles, laptops, phones, musical instruments among others were recovered from the suspects.

According to him, 36 years old Bunmi Samuel was arrested along with his boyfriend who specialised in snatching GSM Phones from innocent commuters.

“After snatching phones, he removes the SIM cards and sells the phone then hands over the SIM cards to his girlfriend one Bunmi Samuel.

“The girlfriend on her part makes withdrawals of all monies from the accounts that are linked to the SIM cards.

“The police operatives have so far recovered 76 SIM cards, two Opay ATM cards and a golden wrist watch from the suspects,” he said.

He said that the police operatives in collaboration with the vigilante also arrested five suspects namely, Bernard Francis, Felix Benjami, Peter Benjamin, Helen Sylvester, and Hamza Haruna over alleged involvement in kidnapping of a minor.

According to him, police also arrested 26 years old Kennedy Esezobor of Tudun Wada village, Lugbe, FCT a notorious criminal and cultist with one fabricated single barrel gun and locally fabricated AK-47 rifle

He said the operatives of the Anti-kidnapping unit of the Command acting on actionable intelligence stormed Kabin Mongoro Forest and arrested one Mohammed Hamza while on his way to bandits camp bordering Nasarawa State.

“The suspect confessed to being an informant, a drug and food supplier to one Dogo,” he said.

According to him, the command in a swift operation has between Aug.30 and Aug. 31, impounded six vehicles bearing both foreign and local plate numbers or with foreign number plates at the back and Nigeria number plate in front of the vehicle.

“The modus operandi of these drivers is that they use the vehicle to convey unsuspecting passengers and midway to their destination, they dispossessed of their handsets and other valuables.

“The moment they carry out this criminal act and to avoid being traced or linked to the crime, they quickly remove the Nigeria Plate number,” he said.

He said that police also arrested 38 years old Mustapha Kyari, who specilaised in vandalising manholes in the city

He was subsequently arrested and three manholes recovered from him. He, however, confessed to the crime and that of his accomplice by name Abba.

“The police operatives while on a routine stop and search duty at Secretariat junction, Gwagwalada, intercepted a motorcycle with a passenger later identified as one Japheth Nuhu ‘m’ of behind Brown Berry estate phase 3 Gwagwalada.

“The said Japheth jumped down and took to his heels on sighting the Police but was given a hot chase.

“He was subsequently arrested and a berretta pistol with four rounds of 9mm live ammunition was recovered from him,” he said.

According to him, it is being suspected that the suspect and his accomplice at large are behind the robbery activities in Gwagwalada and its environs.

The CP said that the operatives of Anti-violence crime section of the SCID also arrested one Musa Matins suspected to be an armed robber at Durumi Area.

“In the course of investigation, the suspect confessed to having been involved in snatching and stealing of cars in and around the FCT.

“So far he has led the Police to the recovery of two Toyota Camry vehicles with registration number MAG-149 AR (Borno) and RBC-445 AS (Abuja).

“Effort is currently ongoing to trace the rightful owners of the recovered vehicles,” he said.

Garba said that a Toyota Camry 2018 model with reg no: KRD411HT (Lagos state) stolen from Port Harcourt on Sept. 3 was also recovered on Wednesday

“In a similar development, the operatives of anti-violence crime, while on patrol, arrested the duo of Gabriel Oliver and Emmanuel Ishaku.

“In the course of investigation, they confessed that they carried out attacks in a Redeemed Christian Church of God Bethel Centre, Galadimawa, Abuja and carted away several high definition electronic gadgets properties of the Church.

“The suspect led the police operatives to Bauchi and Plateau respectively, where the items were recovered. Effort is being made to arrest the co-accomplice who are on the run,” he said.

He said that the suspects would be charged to Court at the conclusion of investigation.

Source: News Agency of Nigeria