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Over 600,000 Londoners Sign Record-Breaking Petition To reverse Ban of Uber

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More than 600,000 people have signed a petition calling for Transport for London to reverse its decision to strip Uber of its licence in the capital, which the company’s chief executive suggested could delay the rollout of electric vehicles and wheelchair-accessible transport. The Observer also understands that 20,000 Uber drivers have emailed the mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, who defended TfL’s decision on Saturday amid a growing backlash. “I know that Uber has become a popular service for many Londoners – but it would be wrong for TfL to license Uber if there was any way this could pose a threat to Londoners’ safety,” Khan said. “As mayor of London I welcome innovative new companies that help Londoners by providing a better and more affordable service – but providing an innovative service is not an excuse for not following the rules. All companies in London must play by the rules and adhere to the high standards we expect – particularly when it comes to safety.” UK Guardian reports that Unions and Labour MPs have welcomed the decision. Wes Streeting, who chairs the all-party parliamentary group on taxis, described it as a “courageous” move. He said: “It finally draws a line in the sand to make it clear that no company, however big and powerful, will be allowed to flout our laws and regulations or jeopardise Londoners’ safety without facing serious consequences.” But an increasing number of customers have expressed dismay at the news. Saturday night the Save Your Uber in London campaign on the Change.org website had gained nearly 600,000 signatures. “That is the fastest-growing petition we’ve seen in the UK this year,” Kajal Odedra, UK director at Change.org, said. TfL took the decision not to renew Uber’s licence for security and safety reasons. But the company, which intends to appeal, is puzzled as to why these issues were not raised during the renewal process. Uber passed its annual compliance audit in April but a series of pre-scheduled meetings with TfL were cancelled. Requests to meet Khan were also rejected. Khan said: “I have every sympathy with Uber drivers and customers, affected by this decision but their anger really should be directed at Uber. They have let down their drivers and customers by failing, in the view of TfL, to act as a fit and proper operator.” The mayor did, though, hint that a compromise could still be on the cards. “I suspect it will take some time before this situation with Uber fully plays out,” Khan said. “In the meantime, I will continue to help support innovative businesses in London and to create a vibrant and safe taxi and private hire market.” The former transport minister Lord Adonis tweeted that there was a need to find a way forward short of banning Uber. “On Uber, right course is for TfL to set out precisely & reasonably what Uber needs to do & give them chance to do it. Then happy Londoners,” he wrote. Uber’s new chief executive, Dara Khosrowshahi, used a global email to staff to warn that TfL’s decision could “have profound negative consequences for the 40,000 drivers who depend on Uber for work and the 3.5 million Londoners who rely on Uber to get around”. “It’s particularly discouraging that this is happening in the UK, where the team has led the way on partnerships to increase the number of wheelchair-accessible and electric vehicles on the road,” Khosrowshahi said. He acknowledged that globalised businesses could not ignore what happened at the local level: “It really matters what people think of us, especially in a global business like ours, where actions in one part of the world can have serious consequences in another.”

More than 600,000 people have signed a petition calling for Transport for London to reverse its decision to strip Uber of its licence in the capital, which the company’s chief executive suggested could delay the rollout of electric vehicles and wheelchair-accessible transport.

The Observer also understands that 20,000 Uber drivers have emailed the mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, who defended TfL’s decision on Saturday amid a growing backlash. “I know that Uber has become a popular service for many Londoners – but it would be wrong for TfL to license Uber if there was any way this could pose a threat to Londoners’ safety,” Khan said.

“As mayor of London I welcome innovative new companies that help Londoners by providing a better and more affordable service – but providing an innovative service is not an excuse for not following the rules. All companies in London must play by the rules and adhere to the high standards we expect – particularly when it comes to safety.”

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UK Guardian reports that Unions and Labour MPs have welcomed the decision. Wes Streeting, who chairs the all-party parliamentary group on taxis, described it as a “courageous” move.

He said: “It finally draws a line in the sand to make it clear that no company, however big and powerful, will be allowed to flout our laws and regulations or jeopardise Londoners’ safety without facing serious consequences.”

But an increasing number of customers have expressed dismay at the news. Saturday night the Save Your Uber in London campaign on the Change.org website had gained nearly 600,000 signatures.

“That is the fastest-growing petition we’ve seen in the UK this year,” Kajal Odedra, UK director at Change.org, said.

TfL took the decision not to renew Uber’s licence for security and safety reasons. But the company, which intends to appeal, is puzzled as to why these issues were not raised during the renewal process. Uber passed its annual compliance audit in April but a series of pre-scheduled meetings with TfL were cancelled. Requests to meet Khan were also rejected.

Khan said: “I have every sympathy with Uber drivers and customers, affected by this decision but their anger really should be directed at Uber. They have let down their drivers and customers by failing, in the view of TfL, to act as a fit and proper operator.”

The mayor did, though, hint that a compromise could still be on the cards.

“I suspect it will take some time before this situation with Uber fully plays out,” Khan said. “In the meantime, I will continue to help support innovative businesses in London and to create a vibrant and safe taxi and private hire market.”

The former transport minister Lord Adonis tweeted that there was a need to find a way forward short of banning Uber. “On Uber, right course is for TfL to set out precisely & reasonably what Uber needs to do & give them chance to do it. Then happy Londoners,” he wrote.

Uber’s new chief executive, Dara Khosrowshahi, used a global email to staff to warn that TfL’s decision could “have profound negative consequences for the 40,000 drivers who depend on Uber for work and the 3.5 million Londoners who rely on Uber to get around”.

“It’s particularly discouraging that this is happening in the UK, where the team has led the way on partnerships to increase the number of wheelchair-accessible and electric vehicles on the road,” Khosrowshahi said.

He acknowledged that globalised businesses could not ignore what happened at the local level: “It really matters what people think of us, especially in a global business like ours, where actions in one part of the world can have serious consequences in another.”

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“Zeh Nation Coming To Lekki” – Portable Shows Off New Mansion

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Nigerian music star Portable is celebrating a huge win with a brand-new luxury house! The singer recently acquired a mansion in Lekki, a high-end neighbourhood in Lagos. His excitement could not be contained.

Even though he’s currently in Nairobi, Kenya, with his wife Bewaji, Portable couldn’t wait to share his achievement with his fans. He took to Instagram, posting a video that gives viewers a glimpse into his incredible new digs.

The clip showcases the beautiful exterior of the mansion, hinting at its grand size and architectural style. We also get a peek at the stylish interior.

Portable expresses his sincere gratitude to God throughout the video for this accomplishment. This new luxurious house is a major milestone for Portable and another testament to his success in the Nigerian music industry. It solidifies his place as a major player in the celebrity scene and hints at the kind of life his music career has afforded him.

“Alhamdulilahi, am going close am about to blow. CEO Dr ZEHNATION Coming to Lekki iyen oto. Who get God get everything. @abel_egbarin God bless you king Of boiz mafian presidential,” he captioned the post.

 

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Even though Portable’s career keeps him on the go, his home base remains Sango Ota in Ogun State. This gives him a comfortable place to relax and unwind whenever he’s not outperforming.

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Kanayo O. Kanayo’s Son, Clinton Joins The Movie Industry

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Nollywood star Kanayo O. Kanayo recently gave his son, Clinton, a chance to enter the film industry. Kanayo shared the news on his Instagram page. He showed Clinton meeting the crew of his production company, Simpliciter Associates Productions, on a movie set.

Clinton won’t be receiving special treatment, though.

Kanayo explained that his son would be working hard as both an assistant production manager and Kanayo’s personal assistant.

He said,

“This is Clinton Onyeze Mbaise, my first son. And he is joining us today as assistant production manager and as PA to me. Do not treat him like my son. It is a warning I am giving to everybody. He is here to work. He is going to earn a fee like every other person. Do not begin to say na K.O.K son. I no dey for that kind thing. Treat him as member of production crew. He is going to understudy the production manager and learn this work. Treat him with respect to the extent that you are treating others with respect. That is what I want him to grow into. I do not want you to spoil my son for me when you are not telling him not to do some things. So please, he is joining us today. He has just finished from Babcock University. He studied ICT.”

 

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Kanayo also shared that Clinton is a recent graduate of Babcock University.

This film industry opportunity will allow Clinton to learn the ropes of filmmaking and management firsthand before he goes on to pursue further studies.

“My son, Clinton, Onyeze Mbaise, joins us as assistant production manager & my personal assistant. He is an intern to understudy filmmaking and management before proceeding for further studies. We should let our children work in our organisations or other establishments to appreciate industry. Kudos Onyeze. Welcome on board Simpliciter Associates Productions,” he wrote.

The ace actor is married to Nneka Onyekwere, and they have four children together—three boys and a girl.

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Influencer Enioluwa Condemns “Inhumane” Treatment Of Crossdresser In Viral Video

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Enioluwa Adeoluwa, a social media influencer and public figure, has spoken out against the harassment of a crossdresser captured in a viral video on social media.

In the video, bystanders were seen assaulting the crossdresser, with one individual even using a plank to strike them. Enioluwa expressed his disapproval of the incident on his official X page, describing it as “inhumane and unjust.”

He emphasised that individuals should not be subjected to violence or harassment based on their choices or sexual orientation. Enioluwa urged the public to respect people’s decisions and advocated for a world where everyone can live without fear of such mistreatment.

He wrote,

“It is inhumane, it is unjust, and it is unkind to pick up a plank and hit another human because you do not agree with their choices or sexual orientation. Leave people alone. Everyone deserves to live their life without the fear of violence or harassment and, most notably, physical violence. Even if we don’t agree with someone’s choices, we must resist the urge to inflict harm. It’s hypocritical to speak up against oppression while we remain oppressors.”

In a separate post, Adeoluwa encouraged the public to adhere to “lawful process” instead of resorting to vigilante justice.

He continued,

“You can decide to misconstrue what I have said, but regardless of our personal beliefs or preferences, justice should never be selective. Once it is, then it simply does not exist. We cannot resort to violence or harm against others simply because we disagree with their choices or lifestyles. Just as we would report illegal activities to the authorities, we must uphold the principle of due process and refrain from taking justice into our own hands. We must reject the notion that violence is justified based on our perceptions of stereotypes and misconceptions. Disputes should and must be resolved through lawful means.”

In April 2022, a new law was proposed in Nigeria that would make it illegal for people to cross-dress. This proposal came as an amendment to an existing law against same-sex marriage. Muda Umar, a member of the House of Representatives, introduced the amendment.

If the amendment had been passed, anyone caught cross-dressing could have been sentenced to up to six months in jail. However, the amendment was not successful, and cross-dressing is not currently illegal in Nigeria.

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