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Mugabe bows to pressure, resigns to evade impeachment

Ï Sacked VP may conclude his tenure Ï Celebrations galore in Harare, other cities Bonny Amadi

with agency reports

ÏÏÏ In what stands out as one

of the most celebrated peaceful change of guard in the African continent, Zimbabwean president, Robert Mugabe, on Tuesday,

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resigned as the country’s president, following seizure of instruments of power by the country’s military.

The resignation, The Daily Times gathered was borne out of sustained pressure on the embatContinued on page 6

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Why Boko Haram may not end soon -Sambisa Forest insider Ï Accuses commanders of turning insurgency into ‘ATM’ war Ï Wants Buhari to overhaul Army rank and file Ï 50 worshippers killed in Mubi mosque bombing

Augustine Okezie and Mathew Dadiya, Abuja

ÏÏÏ An insider operating at the frontiers of the Sambisa Forest to Talala

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Drama as DSS, NIA prevents EFCC from arresting ex-DG Ita , Oke 6 MPC retains lending rate at 14% to consolidate forex gains 5 Ekwueme’s death marks end of an era, says Gov Umahi 7

Ogun State Governor Ibikunle Amosun (right), presenting the 2018 Appropriation Bill to the Clerk, Engr. Lanre Bisiriyu (left) and members of the Ogun State House of Assembly, on the floor of the House in Abeokuta... on Tuesday

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Why Boko Haram may not end soon -Sambisa Forest insider Continued from page 1 and Ajiri area of Borno State has disclosed why Boko Haram war may not end soon.

The insider, who spoke during an exclusive interview with The Daily Times on Tuesday, also said that it would be difficult to end the war in good time as the pecuniary gains being enjoyed by some of the commanders are far greater than patriotic instinct to end the war.

The insider, who sought anonymity because of the need to protect his identity for fears of molestation, said the insincerity of some

of the commanders remain another hindrance militating against the early resolution of the war.

He also claimed that some of the commanders have refused to key into President Muhammadu Buhari’s anticorruption war.

The insider, who is also one of the hunters assisting the military as Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF), revealed that most of his colleagues operating in the forest and other Boko Haram infested areas were doing so on instincts and not to end the war.

On why insurgency kept festering despite the spir-

ited effort by the President Buhari-led government to quickly nip it in the bud, the insider disclosed that most of the commanders are benefiting from the prolongation of the war and may not want it to end quickly so as not to terminate their ready- made source of instant wealth.

He said ‘’The war has turned out be as a goldmine to most of the senior officers, some of them even call it the ‘’ATM war” as it has readily turned into a quick source of cash.

“If the war should end today, most of these senior officers you are seeing here

will go bankrupt because it’s like removing cold water from a thirsty mouth.

“They cannot withstand it, so they do everything to sabotage the efforts by the federal government and other stakeholders to stop the senseless war. ‘’If the federal government should investigate the commanders it posted here , it will discover so many things especially the transformation of officers sent here into overnight millionaires, just a few months after they have been posted to this place’’ The insider further called on President Buhari to com-

President, International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), Dr. Olumuyiwa Aliu (right); presenting certificate to the Vice President Yemi Osinbajo (left), during the 3rd Annual ICAO World Aviation forum in Abuja… on Tuesday.

With them is Minister of State for Aviation, Sen. Hadi Sirika (middle).

pletely overhaul the present military set up in the Boko Haram prone North East, by replacing the soldiers in the rank and file especially those from the rank of Major upwards.

According to him, the removal of the senior officers will quickly end the war.

He also claimed that Boko Haram fighters are currently strengthening their positions in Talala and Ajiri, despite incessant bombardment from the Nigerian Air Force , because after fleeing the Sambisa Forest, the sect members relocated and resorted to using human shields for their protection in an attempt to prolong the war.

Meanwhile, suspected Boko Haram insurgents in the early hours of Tuesday carried out a suicide attack at a mosque in Mubi, Adamawa State, killing no fewer than 50 persons and many injured. the Adamawa State Police Command spokesman, SP Othman Abubakar, while confirming the suicide attack, said it was carried out by a young boy and occurred during the early Morning Prayer.

He said. “We have 50 dead and we are now trying to get the exact number of those injured.”

The attack happened in Dazala area of Mubi town in Adamawa State on Tuesday at about 5 a.m. when Muslims were observing the early Morning Prayer.

The incident was the first in three years since the liberation of Mubi town from Boko Haram insurgents in 2014.

But President Buhari on Tuesday condemned the suicide bomb blast in Mubi mosque, describing it as “very cruel and dastardly.”

President Buhari, in a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, in Abuja on Tuesday, commiserated with families of the several victims, government and people of the state.

He assured that government would do everything required to secure the state from the deadly menace of Boko Haram.

The President urged the people in the entire Northeast to be more vigilant and report suspicious persons to security agencies in order to avert further attacks on soft targets by the terrorist group.

The statement also stated that President Buhari has directed the InspectorGeneral of Police, Ibrahim Idris, to deploy more police personnel to prevent further attacks by armed bandits in Zamfara State.

While noting the current moves by the IGP to review police personnel and strategy in the state, the President directed him to visit the state and report back his findings about the deadly attacks.

MPC retains lending rate at 14% to consolidate forex gains, macro-economic reforms

Mathew Dadiya, Nafisa Abubakar, Abuja

ÏÏÏ In an effort to consoli-

date on the mileage recorded by the nation’s economy and deepen its impact, members of the Monetary Policy Committee( MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria(CBN), on Tuesday, voted to retain the monetary rate at the end of its meeting for 2017.

Consequently, the MPC retained the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 14%, CRR at 22.5%, Liquidity Ratio at 30%, and the Asymmetric Window at +200 and -500 basis points around the MPR. MPC’s decision to hold rates unchanged was ratified by eight members against one, Central Bank of Nigeria( CBN) governor Mr. Godwin Emefiele announced yesterday in Abuja, while briefing the media on the MPC’s outcome.

According to the apex bank’s boss, the Committee appraised potential policy options in terms of the bal-

Ï 9mobile to be sold Dec. 31, 2017, says Emefiele

ance of risks, and took note of the gains made so far as a result of its earlier decisions.

This, according to the CBN governor, included the stability in the foreign exchange market and the moderate reduction in inflation; and arrived at the decision to hold the monetary policy alongside the some parameters.

Emefiele explained that while tightening would strengthen the impact of monetary policy on inflation with complementary effects on capital inflows and exchange rate stability, it nevertheless could also potentially dampen the positive outlook for growth and financial stability.

He said the MPC further noted that, whereas, loosening would strengthen the outlook for growth by stimulating domestic aggregate demand through reduced cost of borrowing, it could aggravate upward trend in consumer prices and gener-

ate exchange rate pressures.

“The Committee also feels that loosening would worsen the current account balance through increased importation. On the argument to hold, the Committee believes that key variables have continued to evolve in line with the current stance of macroeconomic policy and should be allowed to fully manifest. Members noted that the developments in output and inflation in particular required effective close monitoring in order to gain clarity on the medium term optimal path of monetary policy,” he added.

Meanwhile, Emefiele also denied the rumor that the sale of 9mobile telecom ( formerly Etisalat), encountered a hitch on the alleged pull out of Barclays Africa , the financial advisers in the transaction. He said no official correspondence to that effect has been communicated to him, but disclosed

that 9mobile must be sold by December 31, 2017.

He said, “We are working hard at it; and I am very optimistic that with the focused and tenacity of the monetary policy committee that this will be achieved.”

Debunking rumour that Buckleys Bank pulled from 9 mobile transaction , he said nothing of such transpired; just as he assured that a buyer will be secured latest 31st December 2017 for the telecom firm.”

Citing stability in foreign exchange, reduction in headline inflation and reforms in macroeconomic policy as some of the positive gains that have accrued to the economy recently , Emefiele said that MPC members, in their wisdom, voted to hold rates unchanged in order to consolidate on the modest gain.

The governor was, however, optimistic that single digit inflation target is real-

isable in a short period given the current deceleration in inflation figure.

“Between early 2013 and 2014, and around 2015, the CBN set inflation target of 6-9 per cent; and this was substantially adhered to.

We must realise that those were periods from 2012; and we keep saying five straight years from 2009 to about 2014, crude prices averaged $110 per barrel.

He said that Reserve accretion at a time in 2008 stood at $62bn. Exchange rate stability was taken for granted during those periods, but unfortunately, beginning from the Q1 of 2014, we got hit by three external shocks: the drop in commodity prices, and for us crude price; the geopolitical tension along various trading routes across the world; as well as the US normalization policy.

The governor said that “these had tremendous adverse consequences on our economy; and we could see

that inflation moved from 9 per cent in January 2016, to 18.7 per cent in January 2017. And that is the reason most members of policy committee meeting think it is too high; and we are working very hard, thinking very seriously and we manage it for price and monetary stability and see to the fact that inflation is brought down to the traditional level where we have our target of between 6-9 per cent.

He said : “ You all recall at the last MPC or the penultimate week to the meeting, the issue of 9mobile was raised because the regulators - NCC and CBN, see 9mobile is a systemically important telecommunications’ network in Nigeria.

These two institutions decided to intervene to see to it that the 19 million subscribers do not just start running up and down without finding a place for cover. So, the best thing we did was Continued on page 6

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Mugabe bows to pressure, resigns to evade impeachment Continued from page 1 tled Mugabe to honourably quit office, failure of which impeachment proceedings was expected to have commenced on Tuesday, after expiration of grace to resign expired on Monday, November 20, 2017.

According to agency report, the country’s parliament speaker, Jacob Mudenda, read out what he said was a resignation letter from Mugabe as lawmakers met on Tuesday to begin impeachment proceedings against the president.

The letter said in part: “I,

Robert Gabriel Mugabe, in terms of section 96 of the constitution of Zimbabwe, hereby formally tender my resignation... with immediate effect.”

However, there was no confirmation of the letter from the president or his office and there was also no denial, either, but the state-run Herald Newspaper that until recently was pro-Mugabe confirmed the resignation.

Mugabe’s relinquishment of power as president of Zimbabwe, came a week after the army took over power and placed him under house arrest.

Mugabe, 93, had been under intense pressure at home and from outside to step down after 37 years incharge but had previously refused.

Zimbabwe’s top general said on Monday that talks were planned between President Robert Mugabe and former Vice President Emmerson Mnangagwa.

Mugabe’s firing of Mnangagwa was at the heart of the army’s takeover.

The vice president, sacked by Mugabe, and sent on exile and returned to the country as soon as the military struck, was crowned with the leadership of the

ZANU-PF ruling party and also billed to take over mantle of leadership of the country and preside over the country’s general election scheduled for 2018.

The Vice president’s discontent with Robert Mugabe had grown in recent years, after years of political oppression and economic hardship under his rule. But Mugabe was planning to run for another term as president in next year’s election, when he would have been 94, and he preferred to remove him from the radar to check any opposition from within.

The military took action

L-R: Zonal Commanding Officer, Assistant Corp Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Zone 2, Shehu Zaki; Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Guinness Nigeria Plc., Peter Ndegwa and Corp Commander, FRSC, Lagos State Command, Hyginus Omeje, during the flag-off of the Guinness-FRSC Ember Months rally titled: Responsible Drinking, held at the Agege Motor Park, Lagos… on Tuesday.

PHOTO: BOLAJI OLASUNKANMI.

Drama as DSS prevents EFCC from arresting ex- DG Ita, Oke Tunde Okpalana, Abuja

ÏÏÏ In a show that proves

that there is no synergy between security agencies in the country, officers of the Department of State Services, DSS and that of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) on Tuesday thwarted the attempt by the operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to arrest a former Director General of the agency, Mr. Ekpeyong Ita and sacked NIA DG, Ambassador Ayodele Oke. The anti-graft agency is on the heels of the former

DG following the investigation into offences bordering on alleged theft and diversion of public funds.

A source close to the EFCC, said the mild drama occurred at about 6am when EFCC operatives accompanied by policemen, armed with both arrest and search warrants, stormed the 46 Mamman Nasir, Asokoro, Abuja residence of Ita but were restricted from gaining entry by armed guards from the DSS. To further make the entrance into the facility impregnable for the EFCC men, it was said that the DSS reinforced its security

presence with the deployment of about 30 armed operatives.

But the refusal of the DSS operatives to allow the EFCC execute valid search and arrest warrants is considered worrisome in certain quarters.

Faulting the propriety of the DSS’ action, the EFCC source said “I don’t know whether it is within their brief to prevent a law enforcement agency from executing arrest or search warrant on a property belonging to a retired staff of the agency. The suspect in question is not a serving officer of the DSS, which

makes this action particularly reprehensible”.

Security agencies working with the NIA also prevented the EFCC operatives from arresting Oke and refused to cooperate with the commission in spite of the presentation of valid warrant of arrest against the sacked NIA DG. The development depicts disorganized roles played by security agencies in the fight against corruption by the President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration and further erode the credibility of the government’s anti-corruption crusade.

MPC retains lending rate at 14% to consolidate forex gains Continued from page 5 to stabilize the company and see to it that banks and other important creditors did not go into a journey of dismembering the company, and this may lead to a loss of confidence even in the telecommunications and the banking sectors.”

He said,” So, NCC and CBN intervened to see to it

that there is stability; and also ensured that the transfer between the old and the new ownership is done in a smooth transition. That process has continued, it is just like a normal processes; there would sometimes be cases where things are not done the way you expect them to be done. But, what the NCC and CBN had come in to do, is to correct some

of the anomalies that we found in the sale process at this time; and I am optimistic that the sale process is still on track.

“There is a determination that, that sale must take place before December 31, 2017. We remain focused on it. Somebody hinted me that there was a news report that Barclays Bank has withdrawn, but I will say

that Barclay was hired with a letter, so, Barclay, if they decide to withdraw, will do so by a way of a letter. But, as I speak with you, there is no any letter to that regard.

I want to say that report was wrong, we are only trying to let you know the process.

They were appointed by a way of a letter; and they will also do so if they want to withdraw by way of a letter.”

after the president fired his vice president, Emmerson Mnangagwa, a hero of Zimbabwe’s liberation war, and hinted he would replace Mnangagwa with his wife, Grace Mugabe. The first lady and former vice president were locked in a political battle over who would succeed the aging president, and led competing factions in the ruling party.

Earlier on Tuesday before the resignation broke, Zimbabwe’s ruling ZANUPF resolved to bring a motion in parliament impeach Mugabe, after an earlier deadline expired for the beleaguered leader to resign.

Meanwhile, world leaders have reacted to the development, including the British Prime Minister, Theresa May, who released a statement that said Mugabe’s resignation gives Zimbabwe the opportunity to pursue a path free of oppression.

“In recent days we have seen the desire of the Zimbabwean people for free and fair elections and the opportunity to rebuild the country’s economy under a legitimate government,” she said in a statement Tuesday.

“As Zimbabwe’s oldest friend, we will do all we can to support this, working with our international and regional partners to help the country achieve the brighter future it so deserves,” the British Prime Minister said.

Also reacting, the United State on Tuesday urged Zimbabwe’s leaders to hold “free, fair and inclusive elections” as it offered congratulations on the resignation of long-time president Robert Mugabe.

“Tonight marks an historic moment for Zimbabwe.

“We congratulate all Zimbabweans, who raised their voices and stated peacefully and clearly that the time for change was overdue,” a statement from the U.S. embassy in Harare said on Tuesday.

“Zimbabwe has an opportunity to set itself on a new path. Through that process, the U.S. urges unwavering respect for the rule of law and for established democratic practices.”

“Whatever short-term arrangements the government may establish, the path forward must lead to free, fair and inclusive elections.

“The people of Zimbabwe, free to assemble peacefully without undue interference and to voice their opinions without fear, choose their own leaders.”

Earlier, Botswana’s president, Khama had urged Mugabe in an open letter

to “Quit if you love Zimbabwe”.

Following break of the resignation, euphoria of celebrations across the country and beyond was let loose as reactions from the citizens and general public continued to trail the development.

For instance, a group of ecstatic Zimbabweans were recorded chanting “rest in peace, rest in peace” outside the rainbow towers where the Parliamentarians met earlier.

As part of the celebration, a child was captured lifted up to a solider from the Zimbabwe Defence Force in the streets of Harare.

Mixed reactions from citizens have continued to trail the resignation, while some lauded the ouster of Mugabe, others expressed fear that the much expected change will continue to elude the country hence the same clique of politicians are eligible to succeed the ousted president.

Reactions on twitter monitored by The Daily Times revealed that @PastorEvanLive, wrote: “My fellow citizens, Robert Gabriel Mugabe has resigned.

The journey has been long and hard but we did it. I can’t stop crying. The future beckons”.

Ferial Haffajee @ferialhaffajee wrote: “You can step down like Madiba or you can “resign” like Robert Mugabe, says @nkosi_ milton of the @BBCAfrica, Also, replying to @ News24, @AFP wrote on twitter handle “Do Not Underestimate The power of a women Dr stop it lead his husband to be out” while at @News24, @AFP wrote “Iwe neni tine basa, so that this generation can enjoy A New Zimbabwe”.

Replying, @News24 also wrote “Cannot wait till South Africa gets to be this happy!!!”

Darren hope hing @darrenhopehing wrote “Too many pple died waiting for this to happen” while Michael JacobsMGJ @Michael70394272 replying to @ News24, wrote “Shame. Let them enjoy their moment of euphoria. Zanu-PF is still lurking in the shadows.

Why must Africans always suffer?

Replying, @News24 wrote “EARLY Christmas for Zimbabwe...enjoy it alternative to drive Mugabe out of power”.

Also, Shaun Jayes @ shaunrsa5 replying to @ News24 wrote “Shame man. They’re getting the same old despot with a different face. Very, very sad.

And we’re still stuck with our corrupt fat toad. No hope”.

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Gov Amosun proposes N345.42bn for 2018 fiscal year Abiodun Taiwo

ÏÏÏ The Ogun State Gover-

nor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun has presented the 2018 State Budget proposal of N345.42 billion to the State House of Assembly, Abeokuta, Ogun State capital, on Tuesday, with the assurance that the budget would be implemented in furtherance of the rebuilding mission of his administration.

The budget, entitled: “Budget of Accelerated Development”, has N223.72bn earmarked for capital expenditure, representing 64.77 per cent; and

N121.698bn is earmarked for recurrent expenditure, representing 35.23 per cent.

Speaking during the presentation, Amosun said the budget is 57 per cent higher than that of last year, adding that this year, the great emphasis laid on capital projects is due to the fact that the administration is building greater momentum into the end of its tenure.

He gave a breakdown of the proposed budget to be allocated among the five cardinal programmes of his administration, as follows: Affordable Qualitative Education, N79.25bn (22.9 per cent); Efficient Health-

Ï Budget 57% higher than 2017 care Delivery, N21.20bn (6.13 per cent); Agricultural Production that will lead to Massive Industrialisation, N21.14bn (6.12 per cent).

Others are Affordable Housing and Urban Renewal, N45.73bn (13.24 per cent), Rural Infrastructure Development and Employment Generation, N73.61bn (21.31 per cent), while N125.93bn (30.25 per cent), was earmarked for other sectors.

“We have placed great emphasis on capital project in order to accelerate the development of our dear state. We must continue to

develop infrastructure that supports industry, improve road connectivity within our agricultural areas, as well as between our agricultural belts and urban markets. In addition, investing in skills, especially for youths and farmers helps to support inclusive growth,” he said.

From the recurrent expenditure, the governor said personnel cost, comprising salaries and allowances, will gulp N13.50bn, while N39.829bn would be set aside for overhead costs.

Reviewing the 2017 bud-

L-R: Representative of AU Commission, Dr. Ahmani Abuzaid; President, International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), Dr. Olumuyiwa Aliu; Vice President Yemi Osinbajo; Minister of State for Aviation, Sen. Hadi Sirika and President African Development Bank, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, during the 3rd Annual ICAO World Aviation forum in Abuja… on Tuesday.

get performance, Amosun disclosed that his government has implemented the budget by over 70 per cent, adding that his administration has developed the state in the areas of security, infrastructure and ease of doing business, amongst others.

In his welcome address, the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Sura-

Ekwueme’s death marks end of an era, says Gov Umahi ÏÏÏ

The Chairman of the South East Governors Forum and governor of Ebonyi State, Chief David Umahi has described the death of the former Vice President, Dr Alex Ekwueme as the end of an era.

Governor Umahi in statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Emmanuel Uzor expressed shock over the death of Dr Ekwueme, describing it as a great loss to Ndigbo in particular and Nigeria in general.

He commiserated with the Government of Anambra State and the entire Ekwueme family of Oko in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State for the loss and prayed God to grant him eternal rest among his saints.

“The death of our father and leader, Dr Ekwueme is so devastating especially

N8.93bn theft: Litigants drag 3 A’Court justices to Supreme Court over alleged corruption Andrew Orolua, Abuja.

ÏÏÏ A businessman, Alhaji

Abdulrauf Tijani and a firm, Tundokun Invest Co. Ltd have filed a private complainants charge sheet at the Supreme Court against three serving Justices of the Court of Appeal, accusing them of conspiracy and theft of N8.93bn from bank accounts with the First Bank of Nigeria.

The claimants in suit marked as No ID/ 1445/2008 and Appeal No CA/ L / 106/14 against the First Bank in a complainant charge sheet filed at the Supreme Court, named the three justices of the Court of Appeal : Justice Jumai Hannatu Sankey, Justice Onyekachi Aja Otis and Justice Joseph E. Ekanem as the accused persons.

The claimants also applied that the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, and the Solicitor General of the Federation /Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Justice be allowed as amici curiae (friends) of the Supreme Court in the determination of the matter.

They claimed that the three justices of the Court of Appeal ,Lagos Division on Thursday, the 16th February ,2017 within the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court fragrantly disregard both Constitutional and Statutory laws that govern their jurisdictional powers within which they are allow to operate.

The claimants alleged thus: “That the three justices collectively conspired among themselves to become 3rd party and acces-

sory after facts from the Records of Appeal and the original file transmitted to the appellate court the crime of stealing N8.9bn from the account No 01402/015636/00 (personal) and No 01402/370409/00 (company account) maintained with the First Bank who is the respondent in the instant appeal in the Supreme Court.

“That the justices made the trial judge acted on the fraudulent misrepresentation and foreclosed the two properties of 1st complainant valued at N450m in 2006 but which in 2014 was valued over N1billion..

The complainant also claimed that in abating the crime that is currently under the criminal trial at the Supreme Court, the three accused justices “deliberately abandoned their Con-

stitutional sacred duties on the Bench and conspired with the respondent at the instance of financial inducement .”

The complainants also stated that the indulgence accorded the trial judge ,Justice A.O. Williams led to a perverted judgment on a criminal charge against the Respondents Group Managing Director.

The complainants stated that the alleged criminal

ju Adekunbi affirmed that the fund appropriated for 2017 was judiciously used on projects which they were meant for.

He said the Legislature was able to confirm this through the oversight functions of members to Ministries, Departments and Agencies(MDAs) of the government.

misconducts perpetuated in their capacity amount to official corruption and it contravened section 98: (1)(b) (1-ii) S.126(1)and 519 of the Criminal Code Act Cap c 38 of Laws of the Federation.

In a response filed on behalf of the justices ,by Chukwuma-Machukwu Ume (SAN) that was also obtained by our correspondent , the justices said that they acted in the furtherance of their judicial du-

now that his fatherly advice is needed most. He was a great Nigerian and great believer in the unity of the country. As his children, we have learnt a lot from his deep political sagacity.

“As the Vice President of Nigeria, Ekwueme was a great rallying factor of Igbo socio-political integration. He was a voice of reason and a man who toiled to place Ndigbo at the centre of mainstream politics.

Indeed we have lost a rare gem, a gentleman and a decent politician and academia.”

The governor further disclosed that the South East zone through the governors would soon draw programme on how to pay last respect to the fallen political ‘Iroko’ and commiserated with his immediate family and indeed the government of Anambra State.

ties.

They further urged the apex court for an order granting them leave to enter appearance and to deem it as properly filed. The senior advocate stated that the justices upon service of the complaint on them, referred same to the President of the Court of Appeal and that he was briefed to represent them.

No date has been fixed for the hearing of the matter.

News 8 Peter Fowoyo

ÏÏÏRuling,

on whether the account statement of a former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, at a new generation bank, can be admitted as exhibit or not, has been fixed by a Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos.

Justice Rilwan Aikawa, yesterday adjourned to December 5 on the admissibility of the document or otherwise after listening to arguments of counsel on both sides.

At yesterday’s proceedings, the Eonomic and

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Alleged N4.6b fraud: Court to rule on admissibility of document against Fani-Kayode Rotimi Oyedepo, however

Financial Crimes Commission’s lawyer, Rotimi Oyedepo, asked the court to admit the account statement of the ex-Minister as exhibit.

Oyedepo made the request during the examination-in-chief of a compliance officer with the bank, Teslim Ajuwon, at the on-going trial of FaniKayode and three others over alleged N4.6 billion fraud.

Ajuwon had in his testimony told the court that

upon a request, the former minister’s statement of account at the bank was forwarded to the antigraft agency.

The witness said: “When the request was received, it was sent to the Information Technology Department and it will be printed in the presence of a compliance officer.

“The printed statement was then compared with entries in the bank’s com-

puter system. Afterwards, a certificate of identification was produced and signed accordingly” EFCC’s lawyer, Rotimi Oyedepo, then sought the admittance of the accused person’s statement of account number, 1004735721, in the name of Femi FaniKayode, which contained entries from January 22, 2015 to July 31, 2015, as an exhibit by the court.

But, in his objection to the admissibility of the document, Fani-Kayode’s

lawyer, Norrison Quakers (SAN), said it did not comply with the provisions of Section 89 (H) and 90 (E) (1-IV) of the Evidence Act. Mr. Quakers SAN argued that the document cannot be said to have emanated from the bank because none of its officers had certified it. He added that the EFCC is in no position to do the verification of the document.

The agency’s lawyer,

said the objections of the silk are misconceived and not supported with the provisions of Section 89 (H) and 90 (E) (1-IV) of the Evidence Act as well as the evidence on oath of the witness.

He was of the view that the certification that was contemplated for the admissibility of a bankers’ book must either be given orally or through affidavit by an officer of the bank.

Working cooperation: Amaechi assures NASS C’ttee on Treaties

Idu Jude Abuja

ÏÏÏIn an attempt to ensure

L-R: 1st Vice President, Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN), Dr. Uche Olowu; President/Chairman of Council, CIBN, Prof. Segun Ajibola; Head, Human Capital, Stanbic IBTC, Olufunke Amobi and 2nd Vice President, CIBN, Mr. Bayo Olugbemi, during the presentation of certificate of accreditation to Stanbic IBTC Blue Academy in Lagos… on Tuesday.

that treaties signed between the Federal Government of Nigeria and other foreign nations are well executed, the Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi has assured the House Committee on Treaties, Protocols and Agreements of his Ministry’s support and co-operation to ensure that all treaties entered into by the Federal government with other countries and International Organizations in are upgraded and domesticated to meet the relevant needs of the Ministry.

The Hon. Minister made the assurance while receiving in audience the Members of House Committee on Treaties, Protocols and Agreement led by its Chairman, Yakub Abiodun Balogun who with his team paid him a courtesy call to his of-

fice on Tuesday 21st November, 2017.

He added that his officials will work with the Committee to identify the status of treaties that needed to be amended or upgraded with a view to making them relevance to the mandates of the Ministry and thanked the Committee for making it necessary to visit the Mi nistry of Transportation.

Earlier, the Chairman of House Committee on Treaties, Protocols and Agreements, Hon. Yakubu Abiodun Balogun stated that he was in the Ministry with his team to partner with the Ministry of Transportation to identify the status of Treaties, Protocols and Agreements entered into by the Federal Government on behalf of the Ministry with a view to critically reviewing or upgrading them for domestication and also ensure that the citizens reap the benefits in the Transportation sector.

Promotions galore as NAF, NNN, Army elevate 265 senior officers Andrew Orolua, Abuja.

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Nigerian Army, Nigerian Navy and Nigerian Air Force councils have announced the promotions of 265 senior military officers to their next ranks.

A statement by the Director of Public Relations, Nigerian Army, Brig. General Sani Usman, said that 45 Brigadier Generals have been promoted to the rank of Major General and 92 Colonels to the rank of Brigadier-General.

Some of those promoted to the rank of Two Star Generals (Major-Generals) include Brigadier General H.O. Otiki, Brigadier General O.O. Soleye, Brigadier General AT Hamman, Brigadier General F Yahaya,

Brigadier General B.A. Ahanotu, Brigadier General I.M. Yusuf and Brigadier General S.O. Olabanji.

Others are Brigadier General J.I. Unuigbe, Brigadier General A.A. Jidda, Brigadier General J.E. Jakko, Brigadier General V.O. Ezugwu and Brigadier General A.C.C. Agundu, Brigadier General H.E. Ayamasaowei and Brigadier General MS Yusuf, Commander Guards Brigade. Late Brigadier General B.A. Raji was promoted posthumously.

Brigadier General O.F. Azinta, Brigadier General J. Sarham, Brigadier General T.A. Gagariga, Brigadier General L.F. Abdullahi, Brigadier General JGK Myam and Brigadier Gen-

eral U.S. Yakubu were also promoted major generals.

The One Star Generals (Brigadier Generals) includes Colonel A. Israel, Colonel C.O.C. Ekulide, Colonel S.O.F. Olowolayemo, Colonel J.T.E. Chukwu, Colonel E.E. Eyong and the prolific writer, Colonel DC Nengite, as well as Colonel C.A. Dalhatu and Colonel U.N. Babangida.

Others include Colonels U.I. Mohammed, Colonel N.U. Mukhtar, Colonel O.G. Onubogu, Colonel S.T. Shafaru, Colonel G.G. Shipi, Colonel A.S. Ishaq of 8 Division Provost Group, Colonel A.O.I. Kalajaiye, Colonel J.C. Mbibi, Colonel J.T.E. Chukwu, Colonel H.A. Gambo and Colonel L.B. Mohammed, among

others.

The Nigerian Air Force council also announced the promotions 50 senior officers , comprising 22 air commodores and 28 group captains, to the next higher ranks in the Nigerian Air Force (NAF).

Those elevated to the rank of Air Vice Marshal include the Director of Public Relations and Information, Headquarters NAF (HQ NAF), Olatokunbo Adesanya; Principal Director, Air Force Research and Development Center, Kaduna, Paul Jemitola; Senior Air Staff Officer, Tactical Air Command, Makurdi, Charles Ohwo; Director of Procurement, HQ NAF, Mohammed Yakubu; Com-

mander 631 Aircraft Maintenance Depot, Lagos, Emmanuel Wonah; Director of Material and Systems Management, Frank Oparah; Director of Civil Military Relations, HQ NAF, Others to the rank of Air Vice Marshal are Ubrufih Uzezi, Director of Air Engineering, HQ NAF Hyacinth Eze; Commander 455 Base Services Group, Kano, Abubakar Liman, Air Component Commander, OPERATION LAFIYA DOLE, Idi Lubo; Commander 151 Base Services Group, Makurdi, Samuel Babalola; Director of Administration, HQ NAF, Nelson Calmday.

Others include Air Commodores Musa Tanko, Managing Director NAF

Properties Ltd; Haruna Mohammed, Commandant NAF Institute of Safety, Ipetu Ijesh; Olusegun Philip, Director of Manuals, HQ NAF; Aliyu Pani, Commander 051 Personnel Management Group, Lagos; Chinwendu Onyike, Command Logistics Officer, Tactical Air Command, Makurdi; Suleiman Mohammed, Commander 109 Combat and Rescue Group, Makurdi; Dahiru Sanda, Deputy Director Policy, Defence Headquarters, Abuja; John Ochomma, Commander 081 Pay and Accounting Group Ikeja; Idi Amin, 351 Base Services Group, Minna; and Mahmud Madi, Commander 115 Special Operations Group, Port Harcourt.

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Insecurity: Reps urge FG to address Zamfara attacks ÏÏÏThe House of Rep-

resentatives on Tuesday called on the Federal Government to urgently address the security challenges in Shinkafi Local Government Area and other parts of Zamfara State.

The House also directed its committees on Public Safety and National Security, Defence and Police Affairs to carry out thorough investigation into the remote and immediate causes of the

attacks.

This was sequel to a motion under matters of urgent national importance by Rep. Abubakar Moriki (Zamfara-APC).

Moving the motion, Moriki explained that armed men suspected to be cattle rustlers invaded Tungar Mai Kahu and Mallamawa villages between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Friday.

He said that the attack led to the death of 25 persons and loss of property

worth millions of Naira, recalling that some other communities in the local government also suffered similar attacks in the recent past.

The lawmaker expressed concern that the situation had deteriorated in view of reports of sustained attacks on the communities.

He lamented the inability of security agencies to handle such attacks, which had resulted in continued fear and inse-

curity on the part of the citizens.

In her contribution, Rep. Nnenna ElenduUkeje (Abia-PDP), who decried the attacks, noted that it was time for the country’s climate change policy to be looked at again in addressing insecurity.

She added that the change in the Lake Chad Basin was also contributory to reasons why herders resorted to invading communities and killing

members of such communities.

Elendu-Ukeje also decried what she said was overstretching of the Nigerian Armed Forces due to the fact that it also took on roles meant for the police which was undermanned.

She therefore called for more funding for the police to enable it recruit more men.

Similarly, Rep. Mohammed Monguno (BornoAPC) urged that more

men be recruited into the armed forces and be provided a conducive environment to work.

Monguno called on the House to look for ways to increase the defence budget for the purpose of recruitment as well as operations.

He advised the Zamfara State Government to engage the youths to also assist security agencies in curbing further attacks.

The motion was unani-

N207m debt: Receiver takes over Ladoja’s Peter Fowoyo

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L-R: Malarial Programme Manager, Clinton Health Access Initiative, Dr. Wunmi Omoniwa; Health Case Management, National Malarial Elimination Programme (NMEP), Dr. Godwin Ntadom and Director/Monitoring Evaluation, NMEP, Dr. Perpetua Uhomoib, during the Interactive session with media on the fight to achieve a Malarial –Free Nigeria in Abuja… on Monday. Photo: TEMITOPE BALOGUN.

Former Governor of Oyo State Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja and a Limited Liability Company Hi-Nutrient International Limited have been dragged before a Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos over a debt of N207, 150,761.46 owed Guaranty Trust Bank alongside its Receiver/Manager, Olamide Owolegbon.

Already, the court has granted leave to the receiver manager Mr Owolegbon appointed by Guaranty Trust bank, to take possession of a property belonging to the former Governor, pending the determination of the substantive suit.

The order of the court was sequel to an application filed before the court by a Lagos-based lawyer, Temilolu Adamolekun on behalf of Guaranty Trust Bank and its

receiver manager Owolegbon Olamide, against Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja his company, Hi-Nutrient international Limited.

In an affidavit sworn to by a litigation manager, Mr. Segun Omoshola, filed and argued before the court by Mr Adamolekun, the deponent averred that, Guaranty Trust Bank availed several loans facilities to HI-NUTRIENT INTERNATIONAL LIMITED to finance the acquisition of plant and equipment for the company’s factory.

The defendants executed the following documents as security for the loan : A duly registered Tripartite deed of legal Mortgage of all parcel of land together with any building and appurtenances thereon situate at plot 25A, B and C, Marine Road, now known as 57,Oscar Ibru Way, Apapa Local Government Area of Lagos State.

Ekiti youths okay death penalty for student cultists Gbenga Sodeinde, Ado Ekiti

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Ekiti Youths and students have expressed their excitement over a bill handing out death sentence to students found guilty of being involved in cultism on campus in the state.

The youths comprises of students of tertiary institutions in Ekiti State yesterday shut down Ado-Ekiti, capital of the state, to rally support for Governor Ayo Fayose for having the courage to sign into Law on Monday.

Governor Fayose had, in reaction to recent massacre of two students of the Ekiti State University, (EKSU), sponsored a bill for death penalty to student cultists found in the state.

Staging a rally to identify with the governor and to publicly declare their support for

the Law, students in the tertiary institutions in the state which include Ekiti State University, College of Education, Ikere, College of Health Science and Technology, Ijero-Ekiti and Federal Polythenic, Ado-Ekiti and others, trooped out in hundreds and carried placards with several inscriptions that expressed their support for governor’s Fayose’s signing into Law, the anti-cultism bill and the antigrazing Law. At about noon, they marched from the Fajuyi Park in Ado-Ekiti, state capital, towards the Deputy Governor’s office chanting solidarity songs in praise of the governor and displaying their placards. Some of the inscriptions on the placards read in part: “we Comment Governor Fayose ‘s anti-cultism Law”, Governor Fayose, Thanks for

Saving our lives’, “Cultismis evil, let us stop it in Ekiti, and ‘Governor Fayose, we love you,among others.”

Addressing the Deputy Governor of Ekiti, Kolapo Olusola who received the students on behalf of the governor, Comrade Adewunmi Idowu, National President, Federation of Ekiti State Students, spoke on behalf of the students and their leaders from respective campuses.

“We are here today to commend the unwavering effort of the governor of Ekiti in combating acts of terrorism by signing into Law the antigrazing bill to save the farmers from menacing herdsmen and also for combating acts of cultism and wanton killings by signing into law bill giving out death penalty to student cultists.

“By taking this courageous step, the governor has saved the lives of millions of youths and students in Ekiti and we commend him greatly for this.

We also appreciate the Deputy Governor for identifying with us and for your fatherly care and we hope this kind gesture shall continue.”

Speaking in the same vein, Comrade Owolabi Temitayo Alexandra, Chairman, National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) Joint Campus Committee, Ekiti State axis, who also identified himself as the grand commander of all Aluta forces in Ekiti, said: “We are here to appreciate and soldarise with the Ekiti State government as we all know that the safety of lives and property is at the heart of our amiable governor. From our own constitu-

ency, we give our strong support for the governor in this development.”

Responding, Olusola commended the students for their support for the various laws passed by the government to safeguard the lives and property in the state. He noted that the anti-grazing Law which was initially condemned by some eminent Nigerians is currently being adopted by some state governments and expressed hope that the anticultism Law would also enjoy same support.

Urging them to spread the awareness of the death penalty law against cultism to all their campuses, mobilise against cultism in all the campuses, he charged them to report any cultist on campuses to the school authorities who would wade in and apprehend

the culprit for prosecution.

Olusola said: “When I was a lecturer in Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun, State, I recalled how gruesome, Africa, a very vibrant student union leader, was murdered by cultists on the campus. It was so painful that the entire body of students on campus jointly waged war against cultism on the OAU campus then and that has resulted into a situation whereby cultism has remained as good as dead on the OAU campus till today.

So, you can do it. Of what use is a group of people, maiming and killing innocent lives? Destroying great destinies? Imagine what happened on the campus of Ekiti State University recently.

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Daily Times Nigeria Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Politics Chris Eze, Yenagoa The story that is gaining currency in some quarters in Bayelsa State as the nation approach the peak of political activities ahead of the 2019 general election is that the governor of the state, Hon. Henry Seriake Dickson is perfecting plans to defect to another political party where he would have no problems installing a successor.

Those who are floating this idea say former President Goodluck Jonathan, who is still the National Leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), is not in the same ‘political boat’ with Dickson and would certainly anoint the next governor of the state who would obviously not be Dickson’s choice of a successor.

Interestingly, pundits who have been reading the body language of the Bayelsa governor are of the view that the governor is desperate to install a successor among members of his kitchen cabinet, none of who is in any way closely associated with Jonathan in the unfolding political equation in the state.

Since Dickson became governor through the instrumentality of Jonathan, there has always been stories weaved around the relationship between the duo, with Dickson often seen as the aggressor, fighting to whittle down the influence of Jonathan in the state for his political gains.

However, what has been stupefying to observers is how Jonathan who is seen as not being fairly treated by the governor has always come out thrashing such assumptions.

When Jonathan, then as president led other PDP national officers to Bayelsa in 2011 to officially present the party’s flag to Dickson as the governorship candidate of the party, he had ‘drawn’ the ear of Dickson to why Timipre Sylva, then the incumbent governor was denied a return ticket.

Jonathan had told the audience about the Tower Hotel project started by the Deipreye Alamieyeseigha’s administration and accused Sylva of abandoning the project. He also described the project as a Monument of Disgrace.

He then told Dickson that any day he incurred the wrath of Bayelsans by not living up to expectations and they stone him like they did to Sylva, he would join them to stone him.

Not a few people understood the president’s charge to Dickson as referring to the primacy of completing the Tower Hotel apparently abandoned by Sylva. But the disheveled state of that hotel project even till this day does not suggest that the Dickson government is interested to complete the project, even with the special interest Jonathan had to see the project done.

Many people had thought that like Sylva, the poor attention given to the project by Dickson would spark off a row between him and Jonathan, but till this day, Jonathan has never said anything again about the hotel project, even as it is obvious now that the project has also been finally abandoned

by Dickson.

In the build up to the Bayelsa governorship election in 2015, even a psychic would have been certain that Dickson would not return as governor, because of the level of animosity said to be existing between him and the then First family .

However, when the chips were down, Jonathan proved all book makers wrong and openly endorsed Dickson and urged all Bayelsans to support his candidacy. In fact the former president praised Dickson for bringing unprecedented development to Bayelsa and making the state stand to be reckoned with in the comity of other states

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Jonathan, Dickson and intriguing politics of Bayelsa

JONATHAN across the federation.

Again, when Dickson was appointed chairman of the National Reconciliation Committee of the PDP, it was widely held that the Bayelsa governor was tacitly backing the Sen Ali Modu Sheriff faction in the leadership tussle of the party, in the event that if the Sheriff faction wins in court, Jonathan who was obviously leaning towards the Ahmed Makarfi faction would have lost grip of the party in Bayelsa to Dickson.

Yet when Dickson led his committee to the country home of the former president at Otuoke to present the template for peace as formulated by his committee, Jonathan praised him for the work he was doing for PDP, and expressed confidence that his efforts would bring about lasting peace in the party.

Another scenario was during the Boro Day celebration earlier in the year when Dickson expressed the regret that the six years administration of Jonathan as president was a wasted opportunity for the Ijaws.

Dickson had recalled that the persons who served in the Presidency for six years failed to work with him in the quest to bring development to the state.

Instead, he said they were preoccupied with “devilish plot” of unseating him and installing another governor in his stead.

“They suffered from the Bayelsa-Ijaw disease of pulling-him-down syndrome,” Dickson said.

He added: “It is true that we are celebrating Boroh, but ask yourself whether you are doing your bit. Boroh came, saw and did his bit and has gone. I and my team have come and we have taken up the battle from where Boroh stopped and we are doing our duties.

“Each of us must examine ourselves and to be frank we have not done very serious examination in this state and in the Ijaw nation. We cannot blame God. God has been very merciful and kind to us particularly of late.”

The foregoing jabs by the governor were

DICKSON expected to attract sharp reaction from Jonathan, but none came. Instead it was Jonathan’s and Dickson’s associates that took over the matter and dramatized it exponentially.

Even the governor of Rivers State, Chief Nyesom Wike got embroiled in the matter when he invited Jonathan to commission projects in Port Harcourt and made references to the vituperations of Dickson against Jonathan on the Boro Day. Yet Jonathan maintained his cool!

Recently, when the Bayelsa State government commissioned the new Governor’s Office, and the Ijaw National Academy, a co educational, all boarding secondary school at Kiama and invited former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon and Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka as special guests of honour, it was seen as a slight against Jonathan for denying him the honour of having his name engraved on the plaque as the person who commissioned the new edifice described by the government as iconic.

It was widely held that such elaborate programs that were televised live for about three days on three private TV stations was supposed to have Jonathan in attendance as one of the eminent personalities. But he was conspicuously absent!

And so observers kept watching the relationship with fervent curiosity. Last week, the duo got observers more confused when Dickson paid condolence visit to Jonathan over the death of the paramount ruler of Otuoke Community, HRH King Lord Justin Ogiasa.

Speaking at the occasion, Dickson said he was part of the Ogiasa family and by extension, the Otuoke Community of Ogbia Local Government. ‘’We are here in full force as we have always done to commiserate with you, my elder brother, leader and the Ogiasa family in this hour of bereavement. We pray God to grant the Late Ogiasa eternal Repose,’’ Dickson told Jonathan.

The governor, who dispelled rumour of any rift with the former president said, in and out of office, Jonathan would continue to remain his leader, having come a long way with the former president.

He, therefore, called on those who want to cause imaginary differences between him and Jonathan to sink their plans.

He said “both of us have come a long way. My personal political story cannot be complete without talking about my elder brother, Jonathan. He also knows that I made little contribution that is recorded in the political chapter of his life.’’

Governor Dickson said both he and Jonathan are not running for any office and wondered why political jobbers are bent on destroying their good relationship.

Responding, Jonathan thanked Dickson for the visit and denied the existence of any rift between them.

While describing politics as a useless game, the former president said, some people are using politics to create crisis.

“There is no way I can sit anywhere and plan evil against Bayelsa or the governor.

When I was dreaming of becoming a governor, Dickson was amongst the very few in the meetings we were holding, although he was not in the PDP he opted to help.

He said he didn’t want to be in the PDP, but I virtually forced him to join PDP. When I became governor, I appointed Dickson Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General and that was how he became a PDP and later became a member of House of Representatives and so on. There is no way I will break my relationship with the governor,’’ Jonathan maintained.

Nonetheless, observers say the final litmus test of this avowal would be when it is time to choose the next governor of the state. “My brother, fight is coming oo. Don’t mind this faces they are making, they will come out with their claws at the right time.

Go and mark my words,” a politician told The Daily Times in Yenagoa.

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Daily Times Nigeria Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Kukah blames lack of good governance for nation’s underdevelopment Stories by Patrick Okohue with Agency Reports The Bishop of Sokoto Catholic Diocese, Dr Mathew Kukah, has attributed the high rate of under development of the country to lack of good governance.

Kukah said this while presenting a paper at the 1st Conference on “Peace and Development’’ organised by Veritas University Abuja, on Monday.

According to him, Nigeria is a country that is richly endowed but its citizens are suffering due to bad governance.

He said that about 1.5 million Nigerians were on the streets of Northern Nigeria as Almajiris.

“Lack of good governance is what is causing lack of development in this country. How can we live in an environment that is so richly endowed and we are in this kind of situation, in Nigeria, recommendations have been made but no implementation.

“Why is Nigeria good at theorising and with all our educated elites and leaders we cannot work the talk.

“Up till today, we are still rolling out job creation plan, it is a shame, up till now we are still debating our constitution,”

DR. KUKAH Kukah said.

He added that the environment was hostile with some items being on concurrent list and others on exclusive list, stating that there was the need for moral revolution in the country.

In his presentation, Prof. Albert Olawale of the University of Ibadan, congratulated Veritas University on its

10 years anniversary and for establishing a centre for Peace and Development in its institutions.

He stated that good governance would promote peace in the country.

According to him, the security challenges in the country are mounting and the country does not have adequate capacity to address it.

He said that security education in institutions was another means of ensuring peace in the country, adding that government must lend political will.

The don called for more investment in security and education, saying that peace of a nation emanated from individuals that had decided to do the right thing not just the government.

“The education system in this country possesses knowledge and skills but no passion, if our leaders can be passionate, things will go well for Nigeria.

“It is not enough to establish institutions, it must be backed up by passion for it to be effective and actualise its set goal of peace.

“Security education alone will not bring peace to Nigeria, but good governance will,’’ Olawale said.

According to him, inter-faith dialogue should also be encouraged to promote peace in the country. (NAN)

Anambra election: IPAC commends INEC, security agents The Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Anambra State chapter, has commended security agents and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its improved performance during Saturday’s governorship election in the state.

The Chairman of the Council, Chief Barth Igwedibia, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Awka that the exercise was peaceful due to the transparent conduct of the election by INEC and the absence of intimidation of political opponents by security agents.

He said that if both INEC and security agents could sustain the level of professionalism that they exhibited in the conduct of Anambra election during general election 2019, the rating of Nigerian democracy would improve the more.

Igwedibia noted that the number of security personnel in each of the polling units and the presence of security at entry and exist points across the state was assuring.

He said that he was particularly impressed that there was no form of molestation of voters by any security personnel.

The IPAC chairman said he was equally impressed that the incumbent, Gov. Willie Obiano was re-elected, noting that his emergence showed that Anambra people wanted him back for another tenure.

“Before the Nov.18 governorship election, the position of IPAC in Anambra was that the best of the 37 candidates that contested the governorship position

should emerge winner.

“We made it categorically clear that we had no preferred candidate, but want the best person who the people of the state want to win.

“Since Gov. Obiano won the election, it is very clear that the people have spoken and as Chief Igwedibia, I congratulate the governor for a well-deserved victory and urge him to run an all-inclusive government “If Obiano should appoint people based on merit, irrespective of the party they come from, such maturity in governance will further advance development in Anambra State,’’ he said.

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Ojiba congratulates Obiano, says Anambra must move forward

OJIBA The candidate of the Allied Congress Party of Nigeria (ACPN) in the Saturday’s governorship election in Anambra State, Comrade Akunwata Ejoh Ojiba has called to congratulate Chief Willie Obiano of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) on his victory at the polls.

Comrade Ojiba, who congratulated the Governor via a telephone call on Sunday night after he was declared the winner, urged the remaining 35 candidates in the election to rally round the winner for greater Anambra.

“The future of Anambra and all Anambrarians remains greater than the ambition of any individual. It is time to agree and work together as one people to develop Anambra State.

“The election has been won and lost and we all should embrace each other as we have done all through the electioneering process that now produced Governor Willie Obiano as the winner.

“It is time to sustain the peace we all have enjoyed up till now. It was believed that the Anambra State governorship election was going to be bloody, but by the grace of God and the efforts of all security agencies we had a peaceful election. All thanks to Anambra people who chose to remain peaceful all through the process.

“I had to call and congratulate the winner last night because it is not by power nor by might. Anambra people have spoken and the state must move forward,” he told newsmen in Akwa, the state capital.

PDP, APC, APGA mourn Ekwueme The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), All Progressives Congress (APC) and All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) in Abia State, have expressed grief over the death of former Vice President, Dr Alex Ekwueme.

In separate reactions, the political parties described Ekwueme’s demise as monumental loss to Nigeria and humanity.

In its statement by its Publicity Secretary in the state, Chief Don Ubani, in Umuahia on Monday, PDP recalled the contributions of the late statesman in the emergence and growth of democratic governance in Nigeria.

“It is with rude shock that PDP in Abia, received the sad news about one of the originators of the party in Nigeria.

“We recall and appreciate the untiring roles Ekwueme played in order to nurture and advance democracy in Nigeria,

especially the risk he took to retrieve power from the military.

“It was an engagement that boldly gave rise to the formation of PDP in 1998 and the eventual return of democratic governance to Nigeria in 1999,” the party added.

It extended its condolences to Ekwueme’s widow, Beatrice, his family, the people of Oko, people and government of Anambra and the Federal Government over the loss.

Similarly, Chairman of APC in the state, Chief Donatus Nwamkpa, recounted the rare qualities of the deceased, saying that he brought intellectualism into Nigeria’s political space.

“He was an epitome of change, transparency and honesty in governance, which APC represents,” Nwamkpa said.

He described Ekwueme as a man of proven integrity, “who proved that a

politician can earn legitimate wealth through professionalism.

“His integrity was put to test when he was arrested and detained in 1984, when the military ousted Alhaji Shehu Shagari-led administration, but he was later acquitted and released unconditionally, when no fraud was traced to him,” Nwamkpa added.

On his part, Chairman of APGA in the state, Mr Austin Ehiemere, said “it is a national loss.

“Ekwueme was a great nationalist, a detribalised Nigerian and a renowned, astute and glamorous politician of contemporary times.

“Nigerians will not forget in a hurry, the leading role he played during the transition from military rule to the present democratic governance.”

“Nigeria and Nigerians will miss him,” he added. (NAN)

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NNPC’S non remittance of N3.88trn to FG in 2015

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ecent newspaper reports that the cumulative unremitted revenue from domestic crude oil sales by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) stood at about N3.878 trillion as at December 31, 2015, is shocking, depressing and disheartening. It calls to question the assumed high level of probity, integrity and accountability of top public sector officials and shows how many government Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) treat audit queries with levity.

The reports, quoting a report by the technical sub-committee of the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) was part of the submissions in the 2015 Annual Audit Report of the Federal Government’s Account by the Office of the Auditor General of the Federation, (AuGF), also revealed that the NNPC withheld about N644.377 billion in 2015 alone. The report also said that out of about N1.55 trillion revenue from crude oil sales due for remittance to the Federation Account during the year, the NNPC deducted about N892.124bn and withheld the balance.

It was not indicated what the corporation used the unremitted funds for.

But it was discovered that throughout 2015, remittances totalling N13.907bn were recorded in February and April.

The AuGF requested the Group Managing Director of the NNPC to explain why the N3.878 trillion was not remitted to the Federation Account. The AuGF also ordered the corporation to henceforth remit all revenues due to the Federation’s Account accordingly and evidence of such remittances tendered to his office. It is not clear whether the NNPC management heeded the AuGF’s order.

It is indeed reprehensible and shameful that an organisation as large as the NNPC could conveniently refuse to obey the provisions of the country’s constitution with impunity. Hence-

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L-R: President of Republic of Togo, Faure Gnassingbe and President Muhammadu Buhari, during a courtesy visit to the President Buhari at the State House, Abuja… on Tuesday.

L-R: Former President/celebrant, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan; Bayelsa State Governor, Hon. Seriake Dickson; former Federal Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Power, Amb. Boladei Igali and Dr. Godbless Eruani clinking glasses, during the 60th birthday celebration of Goodluck Jonathan at his country home in Otuoke, Bayelsa State... on Tuesday.

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L-R: Engineers, Alfred Irabor Okoigun; Ernest Azudialu-Obiejes; Nathaniel Okoro and James Abiodun Olotu, during the 2017 Nigeria Society of Engineers Conference/Annual General Meeting in Abuja… on Tuesday.

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– Fidelis Anosike

Folio Group Group Managing Director Noel Anosike

forth, officials of NNPC who actively take part in such unconstitutional actions should not only be sanctioned but should also be prosecuted to serve as deterrents to other public sector officials who are in the habit of flouting the provisions of the constitution with impunity.

The fact that Section 162(1) of the 1999 Constitution, makes it mandatory for all revenue proceeds to be paid to the Federation Account also makes it illegal for the NNPC or any federal government agency to make any deduction whatsoever from the its revenue before paying the rest to the federation account. If anything, this was why the audit report frowned at NNPC’s deduction from its revenues, describing it as contrary to the provisions of Section 162(1) of the 1999 Constitution.

The import of the AuGF’s report is that public sector officials often pay little or no attention to auditor’s reports.

Otherwise, why is it that for years the NNPC refused to comply with the provisions of the constitution on remittance of its revenues to the federation account and nobody was sanctioned for such gross disregard for the provisions of the constitution. It shows the laxity in government and why in many cases public servants corruptly steal from government coffers unnoticed.

Going forward, we recommend that the highest levels of transparency and accountability must be maintained by both the AuGF’s office and the audited institutions. We also believe that an exit meeting should always be held between the auditor and the audited institutions to discuss the outstanding issues in the audit report. In addition, draft report from the AuGF’s office should always be given to the audited institutions for comments. That way, audit reports in the public sector would be cleaner and there will be less frictions between the AuGF’s office and the public institutions being audited.

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Abraham Lincoln

Martin Luther King Jr.

Nnamdi Azikiwe

Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.

If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.

There is plenty of room at the top because very few people care to travel beyond the average route.

And so most of us seem satisfied to remain within the confines of mediocrity.

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The Buhari effect on agriculture

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Salisu Na’inna Dambatta

can recall that between January 1984 and August 1985, the War against Indiscipline (WAI) of the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari integrated an aspect that encouraged youths who drifted to urban centres due to the ever elusive lures of cities to return to their villages and engage in agriculture.

At the time I was the Zone A Chief Correspondent of the Daily Times of Nigeria based in Kaduna. My responsibility included ensuring that the newspaper’s reporters and correspondents in the Zone, which comprised the Federal Capital Territory, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Niger, Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara states, sourced and filed news items that should be regarded as scoops or just topical and relevant enough to make readers of the Daily Times in those states feel and believe that it cared about issues and activities concerning them sufficiently enough to give such publicity. Reports on agriculture and food security formed a large chunk of our collective effort at the time.

One of the important stories of the time, which the Daily Times scooped others by breaking it, was on the impact made by the administration’s campaign to encourage the youths to go back to their villages from the cities and embrace agriculture. Millions of youths and even people outside the age bracket of the youths, heeded the call, went back home, and indeed, tilled the land on a massive scale. The outcome was a bumper harvest.

And as President Muhammadu

Buhari recently testified to the bounties of the 2016 and 2017 wet seasons in terms of the divine blessings of sufficient rainfalls leading to bumper harvest, the 1984-85 harvest season was one of the most bountiful in this country.

The 1984-85 harvest season was so bountiful. Farmers all over the country have filled up their granaries with stable foods and had much surplus to take to the market. The prices for grains such as maize, millet, sorghum and cowpea crashed to the extent that in some states and local government areas, corn stalk used in construction and feeding animals fetched more money for the farmers than grains.

The Daily Times described the situation as “Burden of Bumper Harvest.”

In the 2016 and 2017 wet seasons, President Buhari and many of those familiar with the agriculture sector in Nigeria, have rightly acknowledged that the encouragement given to Nigerians to engage in agriculture, adequate rainfall and the availability and accessibility to agro-inputs by farmers at the right time and at reasonable prices, combined to lead to bumper harvests in the two seasons consecutively.

The big effort in rice production for instance, especially through the N45-billion Naira Anchor Borrowers Scheme which facilitated access to credit for rice farmers in 30 states, the rehabilitation and expansion of irrigation facilities and the gradual revival of extension services, have boosted food production in general and caused a gradual, but surely, steady downward slide in the price of rice, a politically-sensitive, otherwise inferior, cereal.

Even though the prices of food-

stuff, including all grains, legumes and roots and tubers did not fall drastically at the peak of the harvest period as was the case in 1984-85 harvest season, their availability in the market and affordability are not in doubt.

Thus the consumers have what they need and the farmers receive nearappropriate prices for their wares.

The Buhari effect on agriculture has simultaneously fostered happiness both among farmers and consumers. Each side is getting its fair share of value: appropriate prices for wholesome commodities and affordable prices of home-grown commodities of high quality, respectively.

The Buhari effect has other dimensions too: at the political level the President is certainly no longer pondering on which country to go on “exile” on account of failed wet seasons and consequential food scarcity in the country.

It has equally reduced our food dependency on other nations and narrows the country’s balance of trade gap. A government agency recently announced that more than N250 billion which would have been spent on the importation of rice has been saved as Nigerians prefer local rice, which floods the market, to imported foreign, probably expired, rice. The Lagos State Government has given the strongest testimonial to this with the LAKE rice which Lagosians purchase in their droves whenever it is on offer. The rice is largely from Kebbi State where 78, 000 rice farmers are cultivating about 100, 000 hectares of rice farms.

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Godwin Emefiele recently announced that the quantity and value of rice imported

into Nigeria from Thailand has fallen by 99 per cent from 1.2 million metric tons in 2012 to only 784 metric tons in 2016, with a saving of over US$600 million on rice imports from that country alone.

In fact, rice importation has fallen to the extent that Nigeria’s foreign rice suppliers are feeling the effect.

And the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh is so upbeat that he has envisaged a time under the watch of the President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration when a 50 kilogram bag of rice would be available for N6, 000 to consumers.

Indeed, the target of N6, 000 per 50kg bag of parboiled rice envisaged

by Chief Audu Ogbeh is feasible as the CBN is forming partnerships with agricultural commodity associations to expand the Anchor Barrowers programme.

“These strategic partnerships have already started yielding results with the commencement of the Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria (RIFAN) Anchor Borrowers programme where about 300, 000 rice farmers across 20 states will be supported under the upcoming dry season cultivation. An additional 2, 000, 000 metric tons of paddy rice is expected to be produced under the RIFAN Anchor Borrowers programme,” the CBN Governor said.

In short, no effort should be spared in sustaining the trend to ensure that the Buhari effect on Nigerian agriculture of recording bumper harvest becomes a permanent feature in our country.

Salisu Na’inna Dambatta is a Federal Director of Information

Governor Amosun’s leadership in Ogun State

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he Senate on November 9, 2017, approved the external borrowing plan for the sum of $350 million for the Ogun State development policy operation, from the World Bank.

The approval for the foreign loan followed the adoption of the recommendations of its Committee on Local and Foreign Debts chaired by Senator Shehu Sani.

The recommendation has it that Ogun State has a low and acceptable debt sustainability level and is therefore eligible to borrow. It also noted that the state has shown a high degree of prudence in implementing her annual budget.

President Muhammadu Buhari, had in July 2017, written the Senate, seeking approval for credit facility of various sums for 10 states.

Ogun State started processing the loan in 2016, given the phenomenal infrastructural development in the state which made it an attractive bride to the World Bank.

The World Bank considers states that have demonstrated ability to perform and partners such states in development.

Ogun State, under the leadership of Senator Ibikunle Amosun, has gradually emerged as the industrial capital of Nigeria. Its peaceful ambience, rich human and natural resources and location around major markets within and outside Nigeria make it the first choice for local and

foreign investors.

It is not surprising that the report of the World Bank, Doing Business in Nigeria 2014, rates Ogun, out of 35 states and FCT, as one of the five states “that made the biggest strides towards the national frontier of good practices.”

The State has grown significantly in the areas of agriculture, manufacturing, mining and services, a successful and sustainable development outcome would in turn make it an excellent model of the emergent, economically diversified Nigeria.

The state government has undertaken significant investment in transport infrastructure in recent years, particularly in roads in and between the main urban centres, as it has sought to plug this infrastructure deficit.

It is interesting to note that the World Bank facility is a long term, concessionary loan facility that comes along with technical support from the World Bank to help the state to fund its budget and achieve pre-agreed development outcomes.

Part of the appeal for Ogun State is that the partnership gives it the opportunity to embrace best practice in its institution development in areas such as land management, vocational skills development, agricultural value chain development, data and statistics, procurement, budgeting, and planning.

The World Bank is one of the

foremost development institutions in the world. It has been in effect since 1944, supporting countries and governments to realize their development objectives with countries as diverse as France, Germany, Brazil and Japan. These are developed countries that we admire today. Long experience means that Nigeria and Ogun State can learn from the development experiences of others over the years.

The figure of $350 million was determined by the World Bank as an appropriate figure for the support of Ogun State government’s development objectives.

The loan tenor is 25 years and the interest rate is concessionary, which is usually well below five percent, which is very attractive for development purposes.

The people of Ogun State should appreciate that this loan is a programme for results. This means that the World Bank is interested in funding outcomes that improve the lives of the citizens of the State, rather than simply funding government projects.

The Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) growth is an area of strength for Ogun State. For the period 2011 to 2015, the IGR accounted for the larger share of the State financing portfolio for about 55% of the total revenue of the State, while the remaining 45% were transfers from the Federation Account. In the face of dwindling Federal Account

Allocation Committee (FAAC) allocations, Ogun State foresees that the majority of its finances will be from IGR receipts over the immediate to longer term.

Any serious government desirous of development should take advantage of the World Bank facility, a concessionary loan offered at two per cent interest rate as against the 22 per cent obtainable in the normal financial market.

It will be foolhardy for any government to reject such an attractive offer which is different from conventional loan where the full amount being sought would be disbursed at once.

In this case, disbursement would be made in tranches, based on performance.

This is a loan mainly for the future, as the subsequent administrations in Ogun State stand to benefit more as more tranches are disbursed in the course of time.

It will therefore be misleading to claim that the $350 million loan is meant just for the present administration.

Governor Amosun has redefined the concept of governance and brought to bear his education, experience and style of leadership in pursuing his Change agenda for the Gateway State and its people.

Durojaiye is the Special Adviser (Information & Strategy), to Governor Amosun.

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Go, Mugabe, go Times Columnist REUBEN ABATI

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At 93, he has nothing to offer anymore, but the man has since declared that he is determined to remain in office till the age of 100, or interpretively, die in office. A coup against such a man would attract the usual scripted responses but the global feeling would be one of actual relief. Leaders like Mugabe sometimes put international consensus to threat. Anyhow, the characters in charge of the current situation in Zimbabwe not only put Mugabe under house arrest, they have since then been going to him to pay homage.

Two days after the military announced their intervention, the leaders went to visit Mugabe at home

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ince August, I have been the anchorperson of a programme on television called ThisDay Live where we discuss political matters - local and global. The programme is available on Arise News TV at 6pm, 9pm and sometimes at midnight every Sunday. Two days ago, we discussed the situation in Zimbabwe, the elections in Anambra, Nigeria’s decision to hire Malaysian experts at a cost of N485 million to figure out new pathways for Nigeria’s economic growth (with all the experts in Nigeria oh!), the proposed expansion of President Buhari’s cabinet, the burial of 26 teenage Nigerians by the Italian authorities without Nigeria showing up, the sale of Nigerians and other Africans into slavery in Libya… But our top story was Zimbabwe and the travails of a once-upon-a-time Comrade Robert Mugabe. We started the programme by joining the Arise News studio in London where our colleague Tham who has been on the Zimbabwean story provided all the updates.

He had said that he thought that the Lagos studio was a little behind on the story, because at that point, there were clear indications that Robert Mugabe had been persuaded to resign and he thought that would happen in a matter of hours, because television cameras were already being set up and Mugabe, having been expelled from the ruling party, along with his Lady Macbeth wife- the Gucci Grace, was bound to throw in the towel. I engaged Tham and my last question to him was: Is it certain that Mugabe would resign, or he would have to be impeached? I paraphrase of course. But Tham was sure, he was certain that the matter would not require impeachment proceedings, and that Mugabe was sure to resign and allow Zimbabwe to move ahead. His optimism was misplaced, and I do not blame Tham for his optimism.

We all have been very optimistic that the drama of Zimbabwe had reached a certain end, but the reality is that the coup plotters of Zimbabwe are proving to be the nicest coup plotters ever in the history of that enterprise.

The more we hear about Zimbabwe, the more it appears that the military and the ZANU-PF hierarchy who want Robert Mugabe out of the way, are not really sure of what means to employ to achieve their objective. This must be the most uncertain, the most diffident bid for power ever, and it is a clear illustration of the extent of Robert Mugabe’s hold on power in that unfortunate country. Majority of the people who want Mugabe out of power may not like his wife, the typist turned mistress, turned wife, turned Lady Macbeth, turned power-seeker, but they remember Mugabe’s role in the history of their nation – he fought for independence, he defied the colonialists and the imperialists, but he then became a despot, muzzling the opposition, killing off

Mugabe any form of dissent, the once revered revolutionary soon became a woman-wrapper, and in his later years, a parody of his old self. Those who want him out of power are his own associates, members of a party he cofounded, not the opposition, and so they treat their elderly comrade with too much love. These coup-plotters are therefore behaving as if they are afraid to hurt Mugabe. He is so ensconced in their psyche, they would rather not hurt him, because he is so central to their collective reckoning and history.

The Zimbabwe military has been treading so carefully it does not even want to use the word “coup”. I believe that this is not necessarily out of the fear of international backlash – the international community would be glad to see Mugabe fall- all the issued statements are at best symbolic diplomatese. Mugabe is the oldest President in the world and a signal nuisance with his off-key speeches, falling spells, despotism and soporific appearances on the global stage. At 93, he has nothing to offer anymore, but the man has since declared that he is determined to remain in office till the age of 100, or interpretively, die in office. A coup against such a man would attract the usual scripted responses but the global feeling would be one of actual relief. Leaders like Mugabe sometimes put international consensus to threat. Anyhow, the characters in charge of the current situation in Zimbabwe not only put Mugabe under house arrest, they have since then been going to him to pay homage. Two days after the military announced their intervention, the leaders went to visit Mugabe at home. He later showed up at a convocation ceremony, where he showed absolutely no signs of distress. One of the graduands was in fact the wife of the Zimbabwe Chief of Defence Forces! When Mugabe addressed the nation on Sunday, he was serenaded by the same people who want him out of the way, with one of them even helping him to turn the pages of an incoherent speech.

The so-called change-agents of Zimbabwe are actually not change agents at all. What is going on in Zimbabwe is not a revolution; it is a re-arrangement of the power nexus within the ruling party. This is all at the end of the day about Grace Mugabe.

The liberation veterans within the ruling party, who are aligned with the ousted former Vice President Emmerson Mnangagwa resent the rise to influence and power and the threat of further rise of Robert Mugabe’s wife, the 52-year old Grace Mugabe.

They needed to stop the flow of her opportunism: her plan to capture the leader and capture the country with nothing more than female power. I agree that it is important and expedient to stop Grace Mugabe from turning an entire country into what is

currently known in Nigeria as “the other room”. Having achieved that objective, and Robert Mugabe having reassured them, and they assuming that by taking leadership of the party from Mugabe and bringing back Mnangagwa, that the revolution has been saved, the elders of the events of the last week in Zimbabwe may end up advertising their own naivety.

The rigmarole, indeed the entertainment, has gone on for too long.

The speech given by Robert Mugabe Sunday night showed that Mugabe is defiant. He is unwilling to resign or step down. He understands that the Sixth schedule of the Constitution creates its own special roadblocks if a “supposedly elected” President must be removed from office. If care is not taken, Robert Mugabe will outsmart those who want him out of power and we could have a tragic situation in that country. The old man of Zimbabwe politics is still trying to take charge, postponing the evil day and even after his removal from the leadership of the party, he wants to preside over the next meeting of the ZANU-PF. Here is Mugabe behaving like that proverbial, aged uncle in the village who keeps defying death. Each time he falls ill and the children and grandchildren begin to prepare for his funeral, he would suddenly wake up again, sometimes after his death has been announced and funeral arrangements have been made. The family got trapped in the endless funeral arrangements, until someone came up with the idea that the Oracle should be consulted to find out the mystery of the old man’s repeated Lazarus-like existence. The Oracle’s striking revelation was that the old man had a charm, a ring on the big toe of his left leg, and until and except that ring is removed, the man may never die. What the changeseekers of Zimbabwe should do is to remove that ring around Mugabe’s thumb toe on the left leg.

It is none other than the respect and sympathy that the authors of the recent process still have for Mugabe. Left to the ZANU-PF leadership and the military, they’d rather have Mugabe die in office. What they cannot stand is the impunity of his overreaching wife, the Jezebel called Grace Mugabe. The turning point came when Grace turned her gaze on the liberation veterans and began to eliminate them starting with former VP Emmerson. The liberation wing of the ZANU-PF could no longer tolerate the rise of Grace Mugabe’s G-40 and their bid for power. Grace Mugabe is Robert Mugabe’s nemesis. She is the Delilah to his Samson. When Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari told an international audience that his wife belongs to the sitting room, the kitchen and the other room, we all accused him of misogyny, but in far away Zimbabwe, Mugabe is making

Buhari look like a man of wisdom.

Not a few world leaders have been destroyed by their wives: Lucy Kibaki, the wife of Kenyan President Mwai Kibaki was so powerful, her husband openly deferred to her in public. In Africa’s patriarchal system, a President’s wife behaving like she has her husband on a leash, is bound to ignite crisis. Grace Mugabe is said to be in a fit of hysteria. Forty-one years younger than the husband she married by stabbing another husband in the back, Grace Mugabe will never be forgotten as a case study for the anatomy of female power.

On his own, Mugabe, going through a process of anagnorisis and devastating catharsis, wants to hold on to power by all means. Sit-tight African leaders and despots never want to leave. Idi Amin of Uganda didn’t want to go. Yahya Jammeh, the most recent example, tried every possible trick to prolong his stay in office. In Egypt, it took a people’s revolution to push Hosni Mubarak out. Mugabe is going through the same course of defiance. He needs to be reminded that the people are the real Oracle of democracy. The game is up. The genie is out of the bottle. In 37 years, the ordinary people of Zimbabwe, who have majorly not known any leader other than the old man, have never gone out in protest to reject him, not even when he brutalized the opposition, not even when he killed hundreds of thousands of Ndebeles, but now the people have found their voice. They are defying Mugabe. They want him out. He has thus lost legitimacy and influence. His mystique is gone. His power is vanishing. Without power, a man of power is nothing but a shell.

Mugabe has reportedly rejected every option that he has been given: resignation, a life in exile, or retirement within the country, with full immunity. He is not sure. He is trying to buy time. The truth is Mugabe has been caged. He is afraid of tomorrow. He is scared. It is good to see the hunter in the role of the hunted. He does not deserve our pity.

Hopefully, other sit-tight African leaders who imagine themselves to be monarchs rather than leaders would learn from the travails of former Comrade Robert Mugabe. In Togo, Equitorial Guinea, Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and Cameroon, and elsewhere in Africa, sitting Presidents are behaving like monarchs.

The rings on their toes would also have to be removed by the people, in order to fully consolidate the democratic dispensation in Africa.

The international community must not allow Zimbabwe to continue to drift. The uncertainty that lingers in that country, if allowed to continue, could result in greater chaos and instability. The Military and the ZANU-PF have done apparently their best so far to push Robert Mugabe, but the man has refused to jump. The international community has the wherewithal to make him jump. It must be made clear to him in no uncertain terms that the game is up. It is over. The Zimbabwe parliament should be encouraged to impeach Robert Mugabe. Fears of a possible deluge in a Zimbabwe without Mugabe may be overstretched.

Things are bad enough as they are in that country, with inflation at 50%, a comatose economy and widespread hardship. Mugabe’s exit should guarantee only one outcome: an opportunity to rebuild a battered country and a traumatized citizenry. That real change may not come from a compromised ZANU-PF and so-called rent-collecting liberation veterans, but from a new beginning in which Zimbabwe frees itself from the Banquo’s ghost of Mugabe’s misrule and an entitlement class parading itself as revolutionaries.

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FG commences learning nationwide assessment Augustine Okezie, Abuja The Federal Government has declared the commencement of the National Assessment of Learning Achievements at the Basic education level, nationwide.

Executive Secretary of Universal Basic Education Commission, Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, who made this known in Abuja while briefing Journalists on the outcome of the 5th edition of the meeting, said the assessment will enable the tracking of standards of education at the basic schools.

He said: “We have to know exactly which state is doing well in basic education and to know

where basic education is functioning better. We also want to know why basic education is really having problems and to ensure that a response of intervention agency such as UBEC is tailor made to bring everyone on board. The Nigeriah government is ready to tackle issues of been in school without learning’’.

According to him,” the main objective of the assessment is to use quantitative and qualitative methods to assess and determine the efficiency and quality of performance of primary and junior secondary school pupils and students in Nigeria”.

He also emphasised that the assessment of learners’ achieve-

ment is crucial to the implementation of Basic Education programme.

He said “the exercise exposes learners’ performance in curricular delivery and impact of intervening variables, synthesize basic information on primary and junior secondary schools in Nigeria and use it to explain pupils/ student’s achievement, access to schools, internal efficiency of primary and junior secondary schools”.

The UBEC boss noted that the specific objectives include collection of data on achievements of learners between primaries 5 and 6 and JS 2 and 3 in core subjects of English studies, Mathematics, Basic Science and Tech-

nology and Social Studies.

Dr. Bobboyi also hinted that the target population to consider involves all public and private primary and junior secondary schools in the 36states of the country and the Federal Capital Territory.

“For the primary level, the Local Government Education Authorities in each of the 36 states and the FCT were stratified on the basis of location. Simple random sampling was used to select six LGEAs in the urban and rural locations.

“The exercise will involve head teachers and teachers of selected primaries 5 and 6 classes.

The sample is to consist of 216 LGEAs, 1080 primary schools,

Otukpo health varsity gets take-off structure Pleased with the successful second reading and public hearing of the proposed Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo in Benue State, a philanthropist, Chief Oko Achegbulu, has donated a structure for the commencement of the institution.

The duplex located in Otukpo, Benue State will accommodate the officials of the institution for six years free of charge.

Handing over the building to Professor Francis Uba, the pProvost, College of Medical Sciences, Otukpo, Chief Achegbulu, said: ”I am glad that the university is coming to our domain. As an individual and community leader, I will contribute whatever I can to make the university a reality”.

He praised former Senate President, Senator David Mark, for initiating the bill for the establishment of the Health University, stressing “We shall do everything humanly possible to assist the take-off of the university”.

Receiving the keys to the apartment, Professor Uba appreciated the gesture and hoped that the university would soon be a reality for the benefit of humanity.

Meanwhile, Senator Mark has expressed appreciation to his colleagues in the Senate for the overwhelming support during the Second Reading and public hearing held to process the passage of the bill into law.

In a letter he personally signed to each Senator, Mark said he appreciates their support and unflinching commitment towards the passage of the University bill into law.

1080 head teachers, 2160 teachers and 43,200 pupils.

“In the junior secondary school level 17,280 students and 12,960 parents would participate. 432 principals and 1728 teachers of English, Mathematics, Basic science and Technology and social studies teachers across the J.s 2 and 3classes Will be selected to participate in the study,” Dr. Bobboyi added.

On the sustainability of the assessment, the UBEC ES said Nigeria will maintain international standard of conducting the exercise every two years.

The Assessment is expected to hold between of 22nd and 24th of November.

Stakeholders seeks urgent attention to challenges in Education sector

L-R: Immediate Past Executive Secretary, NUC, Prof. Julius Okojie; his successor, Prof. Abubakar A. Rasheed; ABUAD founder, Aare Afe Babalola, SAN; Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole; Former Secretary to the Federal Government, Amb. Yayale Ahmed and Prof. Peter Okebukola, with the GUNI-Africa Award given to ABUD founder.

Nigeria’s education sector needs to be reformatted - Okebukola

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Former Executive Secretary, National Universities Commission (NUC), Professor Peter Okebukola, has stated that the Nigerian Education sector needs to be reformatted to achieve the needed change.

Okebukola, who is also the Chairman of Council, Crawford University and Chairman, Board of Trustees, Caleb University, stated this while speaking as the guest lecturer for the Second Convocation Lecture of McPherson University, titled ‘Reconstructing the Shattered Education Mirror: Hard Choices We Cannot Side Step’.

Lamenting the rot in the sector, Okebukola said: “In1960, the Standard six product had good skills for the workplace. In 2017, the typical university graduate can hardly be touched with a 10-metre pole by serious-minded employers.

“Adult literacy rate in 2017 is still a shameful 67%, 57 years after independence and we are unable to attain most of the Education for All and Millennium Development Goals relating to education in spite of the huge resources of the country to make sure we do not rub shoulders with countries on the ignoble list of poor performers in education.

Now the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are here and we are unsure of their attainment by 2030.”

At the event which held at the university campus in Serki -Sotayo in Ogun State, Okebukola said “Less than 20% of the public primary schools in the country are sufficiently resourced to deliver quality basic education, yet officials of Local and State Governments to which this level of education is assigned are feeding fat through “jumbo” salaries, big cars, huge personal mansions and are known for ostentatious living.”

He maintained that the recent competency tests for teachers in Kwara and Edo and recently Kaduna should be applauded saying, “If conducted nationwide, the results will be alarming, yet for political gains, State Governors except Kaduna are scared to take corrective action, jeopardising the future of the country.”

Speaking on how to go about the reformatting, Okebukola said the system needs to be cleansed of old content and installing new framework for fresh content.

He said although a total reformatting may be difficult giving all the players and stakeholders that will be affected, a partial reformatting may be the needful.

Okebukola said the reformatting must come in two key areas, adding “There is need for a curriculum reformatting which will shed the fat from the curriculum.

Stakeholders in the education sector have called for urgent attention to challenges facing the education sector in order to achieve national development.

This was the focus at the 2017 Convergence Summit organised by Educorp World and Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) Academy in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Education in Abuja.

The stakeholders further called for collaborative efforts between the public and private sectors in order to intently drive education, especially public education.

Mr. Adeyomo Aderinto, an education consultant and Director, Educorp World, while speaking on the sidelines of the event, said that there must be shift from merely talking about the problems to actually addressing them if results must be achieved.

Aderinto also maintained that the education sector needed to be restructured and could only be done by collective effort from both the private and public sectors.

He said: “The challenges are enormous and we all know they exists; so when are we going to roll up our sleeves and shift from the problem area to solution area’’.

“To keep flogging the problem is a problem in itself.

“The way forward as we have proposed some action that we want governed and citizens to participate, and it will take that collective effort to achieve’’.

“We need to address all these problems together and collaborate and beginning with restructuring because the sector needs to be restructured.’’

Also speaking, Dr. Agodi Alagbe, founder, Centre for Teaching and Learning, CTL, said it was a tragedy that the budgetary allocation for education was 7 per cent as against the 26 per cent recommended by the UNESCO.

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Afe Babalola, ABUA founder, wins GUNI-Africa award

Candidates, 2018 - First Series are in full gear and all hands are on deck to ensure that a remarkable success is recorded during the conduct of the examination.

The flagging off of this diet is starting with Nigeria, however, the remaining member countries of WAEC have indicated their readiness to follow suit”, he said.

The Head of National Office explained further that first series of the WASSCE for private candidates, 2018 will be an urban based examination and candidates will be examined in 19 subjects. Intending candidates for the examination are, therefore, strongly advised to visit the Council’s corporate website –www.waecnigeria.orgto confirm available examination towns and subjects before obtaining the registration PIN.

The torrential rain of Awards, Recognitions and Encomiums that have been coming the way of the frontline legal colossus and founder of Afe Babalola University, AdoEkiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, SAN, recently got a boost when he received the Global University Network for Innovation Africa, GUNI-Africa Award for 2017 for his “Exemplary Leadership in Higher Education in Africa”.

The cheering news was broken during the ABUAD’s 5th Convocation Lecture recently which was delivered by Prof.

Peter Okebukola, former Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC) and currently the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council of Crawford University, Igbesa, Ogun State.

At the end of his thoroughly illuminating Lecture titled “The Place and Continued Relevance of Private Universities”, Okebukola said that there was something very important to do to celebrate Babalola for “his uncommon commitment to building a university, ABUAD, that is emerging Africa’s Regional exemplar of optimal resourcing of a university to deliver quality university education”.

The Award which was signed

by Okebukola in his capacity as the President of GUNI-Africa and GUNI-Africa’s Executive Secretary, Prof. Juma Shabani, added: “In less than 10 years since its establishment, ABUAD has witnessed such tremendous growth in infrastructural de-

economic growth and development as well as employment generation.

“Government should set machinery in motion to provide an enabling environment characterised by adequate infrastructural facilities. Allocation of appropriate funds for Technical Vocational and Entrepreneurship Training and curriculum reforms should be pursued aggressively by government”, he said.

He also recommended the need for an articulated Nigerian Skills Qualification Framework and provision of adequate infrastructural facilities in the vocational institutions.

He highlighted the roles of entrepreneurs in economic development to include capital formation, generation of employment, improvement of per capital income, resource mobilisation, national self-reliance and harnessing natural

resources among others.

In his keynote address, Prof.

E.S.A Ajisegiri from Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Ogun State, said without the addition of value in whatever one is doing, such cannot be sought after saying as a nation people must begin to think of how to make the country better by adding value to it.

“Technology is the key to unlock all the potentials inside of a man, the level of the development of a nation is directly proportionate to the number of skilled engineers and the nation has craftsmen that are supposed to rule the world”, he said.

Prof.

Ajisegiri portends that the first thing the country should do is to develop human capacity saying there is a misconception about technical schools that they are meant for dropouts.

L-R: Governor Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State; Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Chief Alake Adeyemo; Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Michael Adeyemo and Oba of Lagos, Oba Ridwan Akiolu, at the launch of Oyo State N50 billion Education Trust Fund in Ibadan ...on Tuesday

WAEC gives reasons for conduct of multiple WASSCE diet Stories by Esther Taiwo

Head of the Nigeria National office of the West African Examinations Council, WAEC, Mr. Olu Adenipekun, has explained that the decision of the Council to conduct multiple examination diets came as part of response to the yearnings of stakeholders in the education sector across the West African sub-region to bring about programmes of activities that will make the examination accessible and more frequent than it used to be now.

Adenipekun gave this explanation at the formal unveiling of the additional diet of West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates which will be coming up January, February each year with effect from 2018.

“The conduct of an additional diet of the WASSCE for Private Candidates became necessary because the WASSCE for School Candidates is written first every year and the results are released before the conduct of the WASSCE for Private Candidates. Therefore, School Candidates who wish to retake the examination usually have the opportunity of doing so with the Private Candidates examination”, he said.

The WAEC boss said with growing concern among stakeholders over what they perceive as discrimination or denial of equal opportunity against private candidates, there has been a deluge of agitation, criticism and appeal across the West African sub-region for Council to find a way of reducing the agony of long waiting experienced by the Private Candidates who desire another shot at WASSCE. “This situation is often cited as being responsible for the level of desperation oftentimes

displayed by the perpetrators of examination malpractice at the Private Candidates examination centres. The Council have also observed with chagrin the penchant by external candidates to register for the WASSCE for School Candidates which has led to an astronomical increase in examination cheats being caught during the conduct of the examination”, he said.

He said Council, which is the Governing Board of WAEC, after thorough deliberations on the issue, approved that National Offices should commence the conduct of one additional diet every year of the WASSCE for Private candidates.

“I am delighted to inform you that preparations for the conduct of the WASSCE for Private

velopment, international partnership and attraction of the best scholars that can hardly be matched a university thrice its age in Africa.

The Award has thus become yet another colourful feather to the already well adorned cap of Awards and Honours of the frontline farmer and educationist who has won Honourary Doctorate Degrees from six universities, including the famous University of London which honoured him with its LL. D on March 25, 2015, thus making him the third African to be so honoured after the former South African President, Dr. Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu.

The GUNI-Africa Award ceremony which took place at the ABUAD’s 7,000-seater Alfa Belgore Multi-Purpose Hall was witnessed by the crème-de-lacrème of the society made up of members of the Bar and the Bench, Legal Academics, the Royalty, the Clergy and Captains of Industries as well as the evercheering students of the university.

Presenting the Award together with former Secretary to the Federal Government, Ambassador Yayale Ahmed, the Executive Secretary of the NUC, Prof.

Abubakar A. Rasheed, the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III, Okebukola commended Babalola for what he has been doing for education ever before he established his own university, ABUAD, which commenced uninterrupted academic calendar on January 4, 2010.

LASTVEB director tasks students on skills acquisition Director of Technical and Vocational Services at the Lagos State Technical and Vocational Education Board (LASTVEB), Mr. Laolu Oguntuyi, has stressed the need for students to acquire more knowledge and skills for economic growth because every sector needs better skills to keep running.

Oguntuyi said this in Abeokuta, capital of Ogun State, during the 22nd annual conference of National Association of Engineering Craftsmen (NAEC) with the theme “Engineering Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurial Growth as a Veritable Tool for National Development”.

The Director, who was the lead paper presenter, said skills open doors to greatness adding that skill acquisition is an important tool for achieving success in life while entrepreneurship is a central pillar to

“Nigerians are losing the concept of apprenticeship forgetting that the concepts of theory and practical are interwoven and it is important that the two of them are blended. The role of specialisation is equally important, people must know the general aspect of their core areas”, he said.

President of NAEC, Engineer Tanko Gyang, decried inadequate number of technical colleges across the country with poor infrastructure in the existing ones while calling on Ogun State government to promote their members who are working in various ministries in the state.

He said the theme for this year’s conference was carefully selected to reflect the current efforts of acquiring engineering professional skills and self-reliance to national development by training the youths for skill/ vocational programme to create employment for them.

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MRS OKEKE NKECHI ESTHER

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS UGONMA . L. AGUBATA, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS UGONMA LOIS ALAKA. All former documents remain valid. Banks and General Public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS AKUBUE NKECHI ESTHER, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS OKEKE NKECHI ESTHER. All former documents remain valid. BANKS and General Public should please take note.

ADDITION OF NAME That I was formerly known and addressed as EZE CHUKWUDI, that I now wish to add AUGUSTINE to my former name that I now wish to be known and addressed as EZE CHUKWUDI AUGUSTINE . All former documents remain valid. Banks and General public should please take note.

OMONIGHO JANET HELEN

That I was formerly known and addressed as ODOH DARLINGTON, that I now wish to add CHINONYE to my former name that I now wish to be known and addressed as ODOH DARLINGTON CHINONYE. All former documents remain valid. Banks and General public should please take note.

MRS APPOLONIA IFEANYICHUKWU UZOGHO I, formerly known and addressed as MISS APPOLONIA IFEANYICHUKWU NJOKU now wish to be known and addressed as MRS APPOLONIA IFEANYICHUKWU UZOGHO. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

MRS OGOKE CHIZOBA LILIAN I, formerly known and addressed as MISS OKORIE CHIZOBA LILIAN, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS OGOKE CHIZOBA LILIAN. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

NWAFOR ONYEKACHI EMMANUEL

I formerly known and addressed as ADEYEMI HAKEEM YEKIN , now wish to be known and addressed as ADEYEMI AKEEM SERKI. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

VICTOR CHINEMEZUCHEYA SAMUEL I formerly known and addressed as VICTOR CHINEMEZUCHEYA SYLVANUS, now wish to be known and addressed as VICTOR CHINEMEZUCHEYA SAMUEL. All former document remain valid.

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I formerly known and addressed as UNIQUE CHIAMAKA SYLVANUS, now wish to be known and addressed as UNIQUE CHIAMAKA SAMUEL. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

ABIGAIL ADANNE AHUCHOGU I formerly known and addressed as MISS.ABIGAIL ADANNE AZUBUIKE , now wish to be known and addressed as ABIGAIL ADANNE AHUCHOGU. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

I formerly known and addressed as ODEH OGINA PETER , now wish to be known and addressed as ODE OGINE PETER. All former document remain valid. Genera public should Pease take note.

OMOGHVWU EMEKA GODWIN

BUARI SADIA EJIMO.

AMUSA TAIWO OSENATU

TOYIN MUJIDAT ADEWALE

AWOYEMI EYITAYO KUNLE

ADEYEMI AKEEM SERKI

Formerly Omoghvwu Chukwuemeka Godwin now Omoghvwu Emeka Godwin.

Date of birth is 15th April 1986. Former documents remains valid. General public should take note.

DUROSINMI-ETTI OLALEKAN ABDULGAFAR

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ADETUNJI MUNIRAT TINUBU

Formerly ETTI OLALEKAN. NoW DUROSINMI-ETTI OLALEKAN ABDULGAFAR. Former documents remains valid. General public should take note.

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NWAOKORO EMEKA CHARLES DANIELS

MRS ALUKO OMOLOLA VICTORIA I, formerly known and addressed as Miss Adekamimo Omolola Victoria now wish to be known and addressed as Mrs Aluko Omolola Victoria. All former documents remain valid General public take note.

I formerly known and addressed as TAPERE BILIKI AMIMBOLA , now wish to be known and addressed as TONODE ABIMBOLA. All former document remain valid. Lagos State Civil Service and Genera public should Pease take note

I was formerly known as BANJO TAIWO ADESHOLA now wish to be known as AMUSA TAIWO OSENATU. Former documents remains valid. General public should take note

THIS ADVERT SPACE IS FOR SALE

ORPHANAGE AND SIMILAR CHILD CARE FOUNDATION The General public is hereby notified that the above named FOUNDATION has applied to Corporate Affairs Commission for registration under part C of the Companies and Allied Matters Act 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE:(i) MOHAMMED ABUBAKAR (ii) LAWAL UMAR ATANA (iii) IBRAHIM NASIRU BAWA THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES ARE:(i) Caring and welfare of the people (ii) To be honest with the member (iii) To co-operate with each other Any objection to this registration should be forwarded to the Registrar-General, Corporate Affairs Commission, Plot 420, Tigris Crescent, Off Aguiyi Ironsi Street, Maitama District, Abuja within 28 days from the date of this publication.

SIGNED BY: SEIDU KEHINDE 08033767801 08080631442

Formerly Oluwatoyin oriowo Adewale, now Toyin Mujidat Adewale. Former documents remains valid.

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ODE OGINE PETER

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Daily Times Nigeria Wednesday, November 22, 2017 IJEOMA GLORIA OKOLI

Formerly known and addressed as IJEOMA GLORIA ONWUGAMBA, now wish to be known and addressed IJEOMA GLORIA OKOLI. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

CONFIRMATION OF NAME

This is to confirm that ABIKE FASHOLA, GANIYAT FASHOLA and GANIYAT ABIKE FASHOLA refer to one and same person.

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MRS YUSUF FAIDAT ARAMIDE

I, formerly known and addressed as Miss Atanda Faidat Aramide now wish to be known and addressed as Mrs Yusuf Faidat Aramide.

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OLUKOTUN SHAFI AJADI

Formerly known and addressed as MUKAIL SHAFI AJADI, now wish to be known and addressed OLUKOTUN SHAFI AJADI. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

YAKUBU TAMA SULEIMAN

Formerly known and addressed as YAKUBU TAMA now wish to be known and addressed as YAKUBU TAMA SULEIMAN. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

CHANGE OF NAME/ CORRECTION OF BIRTH DATE

Formerly known and addressed as FALOLU FEMI SUNDAY now wish to be known and addressed as FALOLU SUNDAY MICHEAL. That my date of birth is 14 April 1991. All former documents remain valid.

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NDEGO IJEAMAKA PRISCILIA

ADENIYI FADEKEMI Formerly known and addressed as FLORENCE FADEKEMI KAYODE, now wish to be known and addressed as ADENIYI FADEKEMI. All former documents remain valid.

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CHUKWU HELEN NGOZI

Formerly known and addressed as IFOH HELEN NGOZI, now wish to be known and addressed as CHUKWU HELEN NGOZI. All former documents remain valid. General public take.

MOMOH SALIFU EMMANUEL

ANYANSODOR UCHECHI JUDITH

Formerly known and addressed as Amodu Salifu Emmanuel and Amodu Salihu Emmanuel now wish to be known and addressed as Momoh Salifu Emmanuel. My correct date of Birth is 01-031989 and not 01-03-1985. All former documents remain valid.

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I, formerly known and addressed as GODWIN UCHECHI JUDITH now wishto be known and addressed as ANYANSODOR UCHECHI JUDITH . My correct date of Birth is 01-12-1996 and not 02-12-1996. All former documents remain valid.

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JOHNSON, AYODELE SUNDAY

I, formerly known and addressed as ADENUGA, Ayodele Sunday, now wish to be known and addressed as JOHNSON, Ayodele Sunday. All former documents remain valid.

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CORRECTION OF NAME/BIRTH DATE

My name was wrongly written as FASASI RAFIAT OLUWATOYIN instead of FASASI RAFIATU OLUWATOYIN. That my correct name is FASASI RAFIATU OLUWATOYIN. That my date of birth was wrongly written as 07/01/1976 instead of 07/01/1978.

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OKORO JOY ADA

Formerly known and addressed as OKORO ADA LISA now wish to be known and addressed as OKORO JOY ADA. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

CONFIRMATION OF NAME

This is to confirm that DAWODU OLUWATOSIN FALILAT and DAWODU TOSIN FALILAT refer to one and same person. All documents reflecting any of the stated names remain valid and should be treated as one person.

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FRANK ROSELINE

MRS OLUTELE ADERONKE ODUTOLA

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IBUOKA KENNETH OKWUCHUKWU

Formerly known and addressed as EKWEMUO KENNETH OKWUCHUKWU, now wish to be known and addressed as IBUOKA KENNETH OKWUCHUKWU. That my date of birth was wrongly written as 21st of December, 1973 instead of 21st of December, 1972. That my correct date of birth is 21st of December, 1972. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

LAWAL HASSANAT TAIYE

I, formerly known and addressed as LAARO MUINAT MOSHOOD now wish to be known and addressed as LAWAL HASSANAT TAIYE . All former documents remain valid.

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OKEKE TOCHUKWU CHIDUBEM

I, formerly known and addressed as Miss Olutele Aderonke Togun now wish to be known and addressed as Mrs Olutele Aderonke Odutola. All former documents remain valid.

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I, formerly known and addressed as OKEKE TOCHUKWU AMOS now wish to be known and addressed as OKEKE TOCHUKWU CHIDUBEM. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

OGBITEBU PHILLIPA Formerly known and addressed as OGBUTABLE PHILLIPA, now wish to be known and addressed OGBITEBU PHILLIPA. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

Formerly known and addressed as ANDREW UWANA DANIEL, now wish to be known and addressed AKPAN UWANA. All former documents remain valid.

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OLALEKAN SULIAT OLAIDE

Formerly known and addressed as OLALEKAN SIDIKAT OLUWAYEMISI now wish to be known and addressed as OLALEKAN SULIAT OLAIDE. All former documents remain valid.

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CORRECTION OF NAME

My name was wrongly written as ABINA TEMITOPE SAMI instead of ABINA TEMITOPE SAMIAT. All former documents remain valid.

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AKINTOLA ADEWALE TIMOTHY

Formerly known and addressed as ISAAC TIMOTHY now wish to be known and addressed as AKINTOLA ADEWALE TIMOTHY. All former documents remain valid.

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AKPAN UWANA

CORRECTION OF NAME

My name was wrongly written as EYOH VICTORIA NTIENSE instead of EYO VICTORIA NTIENSE. All former documents remain valid.

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OLUKOYA MOSUNMOLA ADEDOYIN

Formerly known and addressed as FAFIOLU MOSUNMOLA ADEDOYIN now wish to be known and addressed as OLUKOYA MOSUNMOLA ADEDOYIN. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

OLAMIDE TEMILOLA AKINWUMI

MOTUNRAYO OGUNDARE Formerly known and addressed as MOTUNRAYO ABEREJO, now wish to be known and addressed as MOTUNRAYO OGUNDARE. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

REMOVAL OF NAME

Formerly known and addressed as OKECHUKWU FELIX OBINNA, now wish to be known and addressed as OKECHUKWU OBINNA. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

ELOBUIKI CHUKWUBUIKE FRANCIS

I, formerly known and addressed as ELOBUIKI FRANCIS now wish to be known and addressed as ELOBUIKI CHUKWUBUIKE FRANCIS. All former documents remain valid.

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UCHE OGECHI UKAOMA

Formerly known and addressed as UCHE MARY JANE OGECHI, now wish to be known and addressed UCHE OGECHI UKAOMA. All former documents remain valid. General public take note. Text LOFINDIPE IRENE KEMI

Formerly known and addressed as OKWUEGBUNA IRENE UZOCHUKWUKA now wish to be known and addressed as LOFINDIPE IRENE KEMI. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

MIRINDA MIRIAM N ALMGREN

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MODUPE ADEWALE

Formerly known and addressed as OGUNDARE MODUPE OLUWAKEMI, now wish to be known and addressed as MODUPE ADEWALE. All former documents remain valid.

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ISYAKU JIBRIN

Formerly known and addressed as JUBRIL ISAKA, now wish to be known and addressed as ISYAKU JIBRIN. All former documents remain valid.

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OLABODE OLAMIDE KUDIRAT HASSAN

I, formerly known and addressed as Hassan Olamide Kudirat and Hassan Jokotade Kudirat now wish to be known and addressed as Olabode Olamide Kudirat Hassan. All former documents remain valid.

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AGWA OBIOMA KENECHUKWU

Formerly known and addressed as NKENKE OBIOMA KENECHUKWU, now wish to be known and addressed AGWA OBIOMA KENECHUKWU. All former documents remain valid.

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ADAOBI IJEOMA IKEH

Formerly known and addressed as ADAOBI IJEOMA ONYENAGOROM now wish to be known and addressed as ADAOBI IJEOMA IKEH. All former documents remain valid.

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MRS MOROUNRANTI EBUNOLUWA AYINKE EGBE-DAVIES

Formerly known and addressed as MISS MOROUNRANTI EBUNOLUWA AYINKE VIGO now wish to be known and addressed as MRS MOROUNRANTI EBUNOLUWA AYINKE EGBE-DAVIES. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

CORRECTION OF NAME

ONISESI NIMOTA OLUWAKEMI

My name was wrongly written as MUHAMMED ABDULLAHI MUSA on my First Bank BVN Account instead of MUHAMMED ABDULLAHI. That my correct name is MUHAMMED ABDULLAHI. All former documents remain valid.

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Formerly known and addressed as OLAIDE NIMOTA OLUWAKEMI now wish to be known and addressed as ONISESI NIMOTA OLUWAKEMI. All former documents remain valid.

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MUDASHIRU BAIYU OMOBANJI

ATTAH UDOM JOHNSON I formerly known and addressed as UDOM JOHNSON now wish to be known called and addressed as ATTAH UDOM JOHNSON. All former documents remain valid. General public take note

I formerly known and addressed as OFIME IJEAMAKA PRISCILIA now wish to be known called and addressed as NDEGO IJEAMAKA PRISCILIA. All former documents remain valid.

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I formerly known and addressed as ISAIAH ROSE now wish to be known called and addressed as FRANK ROSELINE. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

OSSAI CHUKWUDI GODWIN

ADEMOLA DAMILOLA ADEDAMOLA

ADDITION OF NAME/CORRECTION OF DATE OF BIRTH

MISS ADEBOWALE PAMILERIN HAWAWU

I, formerly known and addressed as ADEMOLA DAMILOLA EMMANUEL, Now wish to be known and addressed as ADEMOLA DAMILOLA ADEDAMOLA. All former documents remain valid. General public/authorities concerned should take note.

I, AKEJU FOLASADE BUKOLA, wish to add, BUKOLA to my name which was formerly, AKEJU FOLASADE. I now wish to be known and addressed as AKEJU FOLASADE BUKOLA. And my date of birth was wrongly written as 4th day of November, 1992 instead of 4th day of November 1993. That my correct date of birth is 4th day of November 1993. All former documents remain valid. General public/authorities concerned should take note

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS AYINLA PAMILERIN HAWAWU, Now wish to be known and addressed as MISS ADEBOWALE PAMILERIN HAWAWU. All former documents remain valid. General public/ authorities concerned should take note.

NASMAT BALOGUN I, formerly known and addressed NAFISAT BALOGUN, now wish to be known and addressed as NASMAT BALOGUN. All former documents remain valid.

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OLASUNKANMI FOLASADE KEMI

JIMOH TITILOPE EBUNOLUWA

ADENIKE ADERONKE SODEINDE

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I, formerly known and addressed ODUTAYO TITITOPE EBUNOLUWA, now wish to be known and addressed as JIMOH TITILOPE EBUNOLUWA. All former documents remain valid.

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I, formerly known and addressed as MRS ADENIKE ADERONKE OGUNDIPE, Now wish to be known and addressed as ADENIKE ADERONKE SODEINDE. All former documents remain valid. General public/authorities concerned should take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as IZUCHUKWU GODWIN CHUKWUDI, now wishes to be known and addressed as OSSAI CHUKWUDI GODWIN. All former documents remain valid. General public and Authorities concerned should please take note.

SASORE YETUNDE OMOLADE

ADEOYE EMMANUEL SEUN

I, formerly known and addressed AKINWOLE YETUNDE OMOLADE, now wish to be known and addressed as SASORE YETUNDE OMOLADE. All former documents remain valid. General public and Authorities concerned should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed OSANYINBI EMMANUEL SEUN, now wish to be known and addressed as ADEOYE EMMANUEL SEUN. All former documents remain valid.

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CONFIRMATION OF NAMES My name was written on my account details as HARRISON JANE EBERE, while on my international passport as BALOGUN JANE EBERE. I hereby confirm that both names are mine. All documents bearing the above names remain valid.

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I, formerly known and addressed as CARSANDRA NKEM CHIDIMA, now wish to be known and addressed as MGBEOJI SANDRA CHIDIMA. All former documents remain valid.

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MGBEOJI SANDRA CHIDIMA

MRS. PATIENCE ONYEDIKACHI KALU I, formerly known and addressed as MISS PATIENCE PRAISE ALIE and MISS ALIE-KALU PATIENCE, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS. PATIENCE ONYEDIKACHI KALU. All former documents remain valid. General public please take note.

Formerly known and addressed as OLAMIDE TEMILOLA AJAYI now wish to be known and addressed as OLAMIDE TEMILOLA AKINWUMI. All former documents remain valid.

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EBRI BENJAMIN OKOI

I, formerly known and addressed as EFOLI ANNA ETA, OKOI EBRI ETENG, OKOI BENJAMIN EBRI, now wish to be known and addressed as EBRI BENJAMIN OKOI . All former documents remain valid.

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I, formerly known and addressed as ADEBAYO SAMSON MUDASHIRU, Now wish to be known and addressed as MUDASHIRU BAIYU OMOBANJI. All former documents remain valid.

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AMAKA EVELYN IKE

I, formerly known and addressed FOLASHADE ADEYEMI, now wish to be known and addressed as AMAKA EVELYN IKE. All former documents remain valid.

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OLUBAJO DAMILOLA OLUWATOYIN

I, formerly known and addressed as Abass Damilola Oluwatoyin, now wish to be known and addressed as Olubajo Damilola Oluwatoyin.

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Public Notice 24 LOSS OFISLAMIC DOCUMENT AL-GHIYYATH FOUNDATION

THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, NO. 1 OF 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. MR. KALEJAYE MUSLIHUDEEN ABIODUN. 2. MR. SOLOMON GANIYU OLANREWAJU. 3. KALEJAYE ZEENAT ABIOLA 4. ALHAJA AYANWALE ADIJAT OLAYINKA 5. ALHAJA DAODU GBOLAHAN KADIJAT 6. ALHAJA SOFOLA MOSUNMOLA GANIAT 7. ALHAJI ONIBON WALIU ABIODUN. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. TO INDIVIDUALLY AND COLLECTIVELY SEEK INTELLECTUAL DEVELOPMENT IN ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS KNOWLEDGE. 2. TO ENGAGE IN SERVICES TO ALMIGHTY ALLAH (SWT) AND HUMANITY WITH SPECIAL FOCUS ON THE MUSLIM UMMAH. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: SECRETARY

Daily Times Nigeria Wednesday, November 22, 2017

DIVINE TRANSACT MINISTRY

THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, NO. 1 OF 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. JOHN ANTHONY ABAYOMI 2. ADENUBGA FUNMILOLA BIODUN 3. ISAAC ODEYEMI 4. JOLAOSO AKINTUNDE KEHINDE 5. SIS. VICTORIA ADIE 6. OKANLAWON OROMIDAYO MUSBAU

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. NKIRU BALONWU - CHAIRMAN 2. EDMUND OLOTU - SECRETARY

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST 2. TO REDEEM LOST SOULS BACK TO CHRIST ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED BY SECRETARY

LOSS DOCUMENT LIVING HOPEOF REHABILITATION HOME

GOVERNMENT SECONDARY SCHOOL OWERRI CLASS OF 1992-1998 OLD BOYS ASSOCIATION

THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED ORGANIZATION HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, 1990.

THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE NAMED ASSOCIATION HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION (CAC), ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART ‘C’ OF COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. ANALABA VICTORIA CHINONYEREM - PRESIDENT 2. AZUOGU PEDRO RAMEY O. 3. OMOIKE HENRY ILENLOAH 4. EZEKWE HENRY N. 5. EYAM MARVELOUS KELVIN THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES ARE: 1) TO DEVELOP NEW ASPIRATION FOR THEIR FUTURE. 2) ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS AND TRANSFORM THEIR LIVES. 3) LEARN NEW WAYS TO DEVELOP THEIR LITERACY SKILLS. ANY OBJECTION TO THE REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRARGENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B. 198, GARKI, ABUJA WITHIN TWENTY-EIGHT (28) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: ANALABA V. CHINONYEREM (PRESIDENT)

CHRIST AUTHORITY PRAYER HOUSE & PROPHETIC MINISTRY THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED MINISTRY HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. BROTHER SANYAOLU, ISRAEL AKOREDE - G/OVERSEER 2. SISTER SANYAOLU, FELICIA SOLAPE 3. BROTHER OLAFISAN, OLASIJI JACOB THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES ARE: 1) TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST. 2) WINNING SOULS THROUGH EVANGELICAL MISSIONS AND PROGRAMMES AND PREPARING THEM FOR THE SECOND COMING OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST. 3) TO ESTABLISH A SEED OF LOVE THAT WILL PROMOTE MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING RESULTING TO PEACE AND UNITY AMONG MEN AND BRETHREN.

THE TRUSTEES ARE : 1. TOBECHUKWU UKONU - CHAIRMAN 2. UZO ONYEMA 3. OFFOCHEBE KANU 4. IMO CHIDI 5. OSUJI NNAMDI OKECHUKWU - EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN 6. CHIAKA EGUZORO - SECRETARY THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES ARE : 1. TO PROMOTE COOPERATION, INTERACTION AND BENEFICIAL RELATIONSHIPS AMONGST MEMBERS. 2. TO ENCOURAGE MEMBERS TO WORK IN CONCERT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE ASSOCIATION AND WELFARE OF ALL MEMBERS. 3. TO RAISE THE REQUISITE FUNDS FOR MEETING THE ASSOCIATIONS PROJECTS AND COMMITMENTS. 4. TO PROMOTE THE SOCIAL HEALTH OF THE ASSOCIATION THROUGH OCCASSIONAL LAWFUL INFORMAL AND /OR RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES AS SHALL BE APPROVED FROM TIME TO TIME. 5. TO CONFER, CONSULT, MAINTAIN CONTACT AND COOPERATE WITH ANY PERSONS, ASSOCIATION, AND SOCIETIES, INSTITUTIONS OR BODIES OF PERSONS ESTABLISHED IN NIGERIA AS MAY BE NECESSARY FOR MEETING THE ASSOCIATION’S OBJECTIVE. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR_GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIR COMMISSION, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT , OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET , MAITAMA , ABUJA WITHIN 28DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION.

AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. TO PROVIDE ALUMNI WITH THE OPPORTUNITY OF STAYING CONNECTED WITH THE UNIVERSITY, AND AID MEMBERS IN ADVANCING SOCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: OLUWASHINA ADEBOBOYE ESQ. LEGAL PRACTITIONER

UMFRONT ISLAMIC SOCIETY OF NIGERIA THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, NO. 1 OF 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. ALH. ABDUL - LATEEF ADENEKAN 2. OYEWUSI SAHEED WONUOLA 3. ALBERT OLATUNDE OLANREWAJU 4. ADENEKAN LUQMAN ADEOLA 5. ALH. SONEKAN MUISI MOYOSORE 6. OMITOGUN HUSEANI TAIWO AIMS AND OBJECTIVES ARE: (I) TO REACH OUT TO THE WORLD FOR ISLAMIC THROUGH THE POWER OF PRAYERS AND TEACHING (II) TO ORGANIZE RELIGIOUS, CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION.

SIGNED: SECRETARY

ANNOUNCER: KEHINDE OMITOGUN

ITEDO ESTATE LANDLORDS ASSOCIATION, ITEDO LEKKI

INVITATION TO COLLABORATE

THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED ASSOCIATION HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. TOM OGBOI CHAIRMAN 2. UGO UDDOH HON. SECRETARY 3. OLARENWAJU AJIBADE TREASURER 4. PRINCE ELKANAH HARRISON - EX. OFFICIO/STREET REPRESENTATIVE. 5. ALHAJI WAHEED OGUNBIYI EX. OFFICIO/STREET REPRESENTATIVE. 6. ARINZE AKWIWU EX. OFFICIO/STREET REPRESENTATIVE. 7. AKINBO AKIN-OLUGBADE EX. OFFICIO/STREET REPRESENTATIVE. 8. SYLVESTER NGINI - EX. OFFICIO/STREET REPRESENTATIVE. 9. GANIYU LUKMAN EX. OFFICIO/STREET REPRESENTATIVE. THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES ARE: (1) TO CATER FOR THE WELFARE OF MEMBERS AND TO FOSTER PEACE, UNITY AND LOVE AMONGST MEMBERS. (2) TO CO-ORDINATE SECURITY OF LIVES AND PROPERTY WITHIN THE ESTATE. (3) TO OVERSEE THE DAY TO DAY MANAGEMENT OF THE ESTATE.

ANY OBJECTION TO THE REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B. 198, GARKI, ABUJA WITHIN TWENTY-EIGHT (28) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THIS PUBLICATION.

ANY OBJECTION TO THE REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B. 198, GARKI, ABUJA WITHIN TWENTY-EIGHT (28) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THIS PUBLICATION.’

SIGNED: SECRETARY

SIGNED: IJEURU AKWIWU (SOLICITOR)

ARUGO GARDENS ESTATE RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION OWERRI

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, NO. 1 OF 1990.

ABEOKUTA STROKE FOUNDATION

LET’S COLLABORATE TO SUCCEED! JOIN COHI’S EMPOWERMENT/MENTORSHIP LOCAL GROUP TODAY! BENEFITS – N500,000 GUARANTEED FREE BUSINESS GRANT. BE GROOMED INTO A RECOGNIZED COMMUNITY LEADER SELLABLE FOR ELECTIVE POSITION. EMAIL: FULL NAME AND LOCATION TO TEAMCOHI@GMAIL.COM, OR TEXT 09095270370 SIGNED: B. WAIVE (SOLICITOR)

UCHE EGORAH FOUNDATION

THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, NO. 1 OF 1990.

THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, NO. 1 OF 1990.

THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, NO. 1 OF 1990.

NAMES OF TRUSTEES: 1. ENGR. CHIDI DEWINGE 2. BARR. EMMANUEL CHUKWUDI CHINYERE 3. CHIEF ADOLPHUS OBI 4. MR NDUBUISI OKU 5. HRH EZE GERALD ACHUSIM EZEIHEKAIBE.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1.AKINYEMI RUFUS OLUSOLA - CHAIRMAN 2.ADELEYE OSMHIAHERHUO - SECRETARY 3.ADESINA IYANUOLUWA DEBORAH 4.SOTILOYE OLADAPO SUNDAY 5.ALIMI TALAYO 6.DR. AYINDE IDRIS AKANBI

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. EGORAH PERPETUA UCHE 2. EGORAH MICHAEL CHIGOZIE 3. KAYODE OLUFEMI YINKA 4. OFORTUBE IRUOMA CHINEDU 5. ANOKWURU CHINYERE JANE

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: TO CARTER FOR THE WELLBEING OF RESIDENTS

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. TO HELP THE NEEDY, 2. TO PROMOTE PUBLIC STROKE EDUCATION, 0 ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT FOR STROKE SURVIVORS AND THEIR CAREGIVERS.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. TO EMPOWER THE WIDOWS, SINGLE MOTHERS, FEMALE YOUTHS, ORPHANS, LESS PRIVILEGED IN THE SOCIETY 2. TO ORGANIZE SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS FOR YOUNG COUPLE TO HANDLE THE PRESSURE OF MARRIAGE AND DISCOURAGE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.

ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION.

ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION.

SIGNED: TRUSTEES

SIGNED: SECRETARY.

ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: BARR DOLAPO AISHIDA. 0806096603

LADIANN HELPING HANDS FOUNDATION INT’L THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, NO. 1 OF 1990.

TRUSTEES: 1 LADI ONUYA SALAMI 2 SUNNY OPPA 3 IBRAHIM MUHAMMED 4 ISESUWO ADAVIRUKU AUGUSTINE 5 ANNA OPPA 6 OLUWATOBI ISMAIL AWAISU 7 BASHIRU HARUNA ONUYA 8 LAWAL ANDA NASIRU AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. TO HELP THE LESS PRIVILEGED 2. TO PROVIDE FOR THE OLD PEOPLE ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: SECRETARY

ADIM-AKPA DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, NO. 1 OF 1990.

TRUSTEES: 1.MR IGNATUS ADEKA - CHAIRMAN 2. MR MICHAEL OGLEGBA - VICE CHAIRMAN 3. ANTHONY OGOR- SECRETARY. 4. RAPHAEL IDOKO - TREASURER. 5. LAWRENCE OKWA- FINANCIAL SECRETARY AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1.TO INITIATE AND EXECUTE DEVELOPMENTAL PROJECTS IN ADIM-AKPA 2.TO PROMOTE THE WELFARE OF ADIM-AKPA INDIGENES.

CONVERSATION FOR SOCIAL CHANGE AND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED INITIATIVE HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, 1990.

TRUSTEES: 1. DR. KECHI OGBUAGU 2. PROF. ( AMB) JOY OGWU. 3. PROF. UCHE AMAZIGO. 4. BAR. CAROL NDAGUBA. 5. MS. CHINEDU ANUGO. 6. PROF. ECHENDU DOLLY ADINMA. 7. H. E. EZE FESTUS ODIMEGWU 8. MR. ALEX ONUEGBU. 9. MS. JILL SHEFFIELD. AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. TO PROMOTE LEADERSHIP SKILLS AMONG THE YOUTH IN THE SOCIETY.

ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION.

ANY OBJECTION TO THE REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B. 198, GARKI, ABUJA WITHIN TWENTY-EIGHT (28) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THIS PUBLICATION.

SIGNED: SECRETARY

SIGNED: BAR. SAM OFFIAH

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LOSS OF DOCUMENT OKPAI WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION

THE DIPLOMATSVILLE CHURCH

THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, NO. 1 OF 1990.

THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, NO. 1 OF 1990.

TRUSTEES: 1.MRS DORIS ANITEZE - PRESIDENT 2. BARRISTER/MRS GLORIA OGBOLU -SECRETARY 3. COMRADE VIK DIBIAGWU - PRO

TRUSTEES: 1. MR JOHN E. OKOH 2. DR MRS IRENE CHIGBUE 3. ARCH JACKSON OKPALE 4.PST AMOS GWAMNA MAGAJI 5. MRS PWADUMDI JOHN OKOH ESQ

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: A. TO EMPOWER WOMEN AND VULNERABLE CHILDREN THROUGH TRAININGS, SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS ETC B. TO PROTECT THE WELFARE OF MEMBERS ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION.

AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. TO SPREAD THE LOVE AND VALUES OF GOD’S KINGDOM AND REACH OUT TO LOST SOULS ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION.

SMILES ANCHOR HELP INITIATIVE LOSS OF DOCUMENT THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED FOR REGISTRATION TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION UNDER PART C OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT NO. 1 OF 1990 TRUSTEES: 1. MAYO SAM OYEDOTUN 2. ABIOLA OLUWASEUN OYEDOTUN 3. ENO DAM UBANA AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 1. TO ASSIST THE LESS PRIVILEGE IN THE SOCIETY. 2. GENERAL HUMANITARIAN SERVICES TO THE POOR. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL. CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUYI IRONSI STREET. PMB 198, MATIAMA, ABUJA WITHIN 28TH DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PUBLICATION. SIGNED: OJO ADESOJI ALANI

ASSEMBLY OF PATRIOTS INTERNATIONAL

AL SAMEENAH CHARITABLE FOUNDATION CAC/IT/RC NO: 102772 THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE-NAMED ASSOCIATION HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR CHANGE OF TRUSTEES AND AMENDMENT OF CONSTITUTION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT OF 1990.

THE OLD TRUSTEES ARE: 1. ALIYU SALISU AMINU (RETAINED) 2. IFEBUNANDU OBIANUJU (REMOVED) 3. OMOREGIE SEGUN (REMOVED)

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: (A) TO ASSIST AND ENGAGE IN FUNDRAISING TOWARDS ACHIEVING THE ALLEVIATION OF POVERTY IN AFRICA. (B) TO ENGAGE IN PROGRAMS AND WORKSHOPS TO CREATE AWARENESS IN THE SOCIETY ON POVERTY ALLEVIATION. (C) TO PROMOTE EDUCATION BY PROVIDING FUNDS FOR THE DEVELOPMENTS AND OPERATION OF SCHOOLS FOR THE LESS PRIVILEGED MEMBERS OF THE SOCIETY ACROSS AFRICA AND EDUCATE YOUTH ON THE VALUES OF EDUCATION. (D) TO CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR EXCEPTIONALLY PASSIONATE AND QUALIFIED YOUTHS WITH SCHOLARSHIPS TO ENCOURAGE EDUCATION. (E) TO PROVIDE A PLATFORM FOR THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE SOCIETY THROUGH THE PROMOTION OF ISLAM AND THE WORKS OF ALLAH. (F) TO PARTNER WITH OTHER EXISTING ORGANIZATIONS THAT OPERATE IN AFRICA AND SHARE THE SAME VISION WITH THE FOUNDATION. (G) TO DO ALL OTHER THINGS THAT MAY BE CONSIDERED INCIDENTAL OR CONDUCIVE TO THE ATTAINMENT OF THE ABOVE OBJECTS OR ANY ONE OF THEM. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS CHANGE OF TRUSTEES SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, ABUJA, WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION.

LIVING AGENDA FOR YOUTH ADVANCEMENT INITIATIVE

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1.ABDULKAREEM IKHARO - CHAIRMAN 2. OSAZUWA AGHASAGBON JOHN - SECRETARY 3. ARUNA DESTINY MOHAMMED 4. OSINYEMI OSIOYEMI OLASUNKANMI 5. MUSTAPHA GARBA

Trustees: 1. Yafeyi Isaac Gabriel - Chairman.

2. Samuel Gompwell - Secretary.

3. Tony Onokpoma - Member.

4. Mrs. Sakmichit Wuyep - Member.

6. Benson Ruadjere - Member.

AIM AND OBJECTIVES: 1.TO PROMOTE TOGETHERNESS AMONG MEMBERS AND PROTECT THE INTEREST OF THE MEMBERS. 2. TO PROVIDE ENTREPRENEURSHIP SKILLS TO THE YOUTHS AND INDIGENT WOMEN IN THE SOCIETY

Aims and Objectives: 1. To encourage youths on the need to shun crime and engage in productive venture.

2. To encourage youths on the need to be creative and contribute meaningful on societal development.

3. To engage youths on educational advancement activities.

4. To promote and create and enabling environment for youths to attain productive height.

FATIMA EMPOWERMENT INITIATIVE THIS IS TO NOTIFY THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE NAMED, HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. MOHAMED FATIMA AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. TO PROMOTE SOCIAL EMPOWERMENT ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR -GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, MAITAMA, ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: M. O. LAWAL ESQ. 08052026042

EZENNA HUMANITARIAN FOUNDATION THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART ‘’C’’ OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT 1999.

THE TRUSTEES ARE 1. HON. CHINEDU EZENNANYEREUGO OKORO - CHAIRMAN 2. DR SANCIAN N. CRAWFORD OKORO - VICE CHAIRMAN 3. DR. ADAUGO QUEEN OHANDJO - TREASURER 4. MRS. FLORENCE OKORO SECRETARY AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 1. TO RENDER HUMANITARIAN SERVICES TO THE LESS PRIVILEGED ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: SECRETARY

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. TO EDUCATE & ADVOCATE FOR PEACE AND A WORLD FREE OF CONFLICTS AND CRISES 2. TO CREATE THE AWARENESS THAT WE ARE ALL ONE AND THAT WE CAN LIVE IN HARMONY AND LOVE IRRESPECTIVE OF OUR DIFFERENCES. 3.TO EMPOWER THE LESS PRIVILEGE AMONGST US. 4.TO USE MUSIC AS A MEANS OF PROPAGATING PEACE AND DEVELOPMENT IN OUR COMMUNITY. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: EZE ONYOLUGO ESQ

WOMEN IMPACT NETWORK FOR GROWTH AND GOOD LEADERSHIP THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, NO. 1 OF 1990.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: TO CATER FOR THE WELFARE OF WOMEN IN THE SOCIETY TO PROMOTE WOMEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP THROUGH WORKSHOPS, SEMINARS, CONFERENCES AND RELATED ACTIVITIES ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: SECRETARY

SIGNED: SECRETARY

This is to notify the general public that the above named has applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission for Registration under part “C” of the Companies and Allied Matters Act 1990.

SIGNED: SECRETARY

BOARD OF TRUSTEES: 1) DR DELE JOSEPH OMENOGOR (KSC )- CHAIRMAN 2) DR GABRIEL O ABANUM 3) HRM DR EVANGELIST R C OSANWUTA (JP) 4) HRM KALANAMA PEREDIEGHA LUKE 5) BRIG-GEN.MIKE NDUBISI (RTD) 6) EZEUGO ONYOLUGO ESQ - SECRETARY

NAMES OF TRUSTEE: 1 MISS CHRISTABEL MFAM KASANG- CHAIRMAN 2 MISS SHALOM KASANG - SECRETARY.

THE NEW TRUSTEES ARE: 1. KAZEEM AFOLABI (APPOINTED) 2. SULAIMAN ADESINA (APPOINTED)

This is to notify the general public that the above named has applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission for Registration under part “C” of the Companies and Allied Matters Act 1990.

Any objection to this registration should be forwarded to the Registrar -General, Corporate Affairs Commission, Maitama, Abuja within 28 days of this publication

ODOGWU ADI-EBUO PEACE FOUNDATION THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, NO. 1 OF 1990.

SIGNED: BARR AFOLABI

SIGNED: BARR YETUNDE

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Any objection to this registration should be forwarded to the Registrar -General, Corporate Affairs Commission, Maitama, Abuja within 28 days of this publication

MONDAY NIGHT BORED CLUB THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED FOR REGISTRATION TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION UNDER PART C OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT NO. 1 OF 1990.

TRUSTEES: 1.

GUY NIXON 2. FEMI YOUNG 3. SIMON TRAVERS AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 1.

To provide members with a forum to promote good fellowship, camaraderie, and engage in charitable deeds.

2.

To provide members with an opportunity to socialize and interact in a non-threatening environment.

3.

To educate, create awareness and sensitize the public about the educational needs of under-privileged children, orphans and single mothers in Nigeria in particular and Africa in general, as well as to promote their welfare by creating a better society for them.

ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL. CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUYI IRONSI STREET. PMB 198, MATIAMA, ABUJA WITHIN 28TH DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PUBLICATION.

Signed. Barrister Thomas 08035020070.

SIGNED: ROOK & CO LEGAL PRACTITIONER 18 MOLONEY STREET, ONIKAN, LAGOS 08188604713

ZETHAR AL-UMMA FOUNDATION CAC/IT/NO/ 26681

TARKWA BAY OWNER AND DRIVERS ASSOCIATION LAGOS

This is to notify the general public that the above named has applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission for CHANGE OF TRUSTEES under part “C” of the Companies and Allied Matters Act 1990.

OLD TRUSTEES ARE : 1. Apostle Martins Atanda 2. Pastor John Olabode 3. Mrs. Naomi Waziri 4. Evangelist Yohanna Joseph 5. Dr. Mike Adaji 6. Barrister Shade Atanda

This is to notify the general public that the above named has applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission for Registration under part “C” of the Companies and Allied Matters Act 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1.BALOGUN ADISA SHFKONI 2. OMOMOWO RAPHAEK OLUMIDE 3. OMORAGBON AUSTINE OMORODION 4. AYODELE GABRIEL KEHIDE 5. OLAITAN SUNDAY MAUTOI 6 . SHEKONH AKEEM OPE 7 . AGUNBIADE AMUDA YUSUF

THE NEW TRUSTEES ARE : 1. Martins Atanda 2. John Olabode 3. Naomi Wazini 4. Yohanna Joseph 5. Mike Adaji 6. Shade Atanda

AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. To foster unity among the owners and drivers

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES REMAIN SAME Any objection to this Application should be forwarded to the Registrar -General, Corporate Affairs Commission, Maitama, Abuja within 28 days of this publication SIGNED: Trustees

SERENA-JOE CARE CENTRE THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART ‘’C’’ OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT 1999 TRUSTEES 1. EKEZIE NGOZI ANGELA 2. CHIKWENDU JUDITH CHINYERE 3. EKEZIE JOSEPHAT OBINNA 4. EKEZIE SHALOM ONYINYECHI 5. OSUJI FLORENCE NWORIE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 1.TO HELP THE POOR AND LESS PRIVILEGED 2.TO TOUCH LIVES POSITIVELY AND TO REACH OUT TO PEOPLE ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. Signed: Rosemary Ogazi

Any objection to this registration should be forwarded to the Registrar -General, Corporate Affairs Commission, Maitama, Abuja within 28 days of this publication SIGNED: SECRETARY

INCUBATOR INITIATIVE FOR WOMEN EMPOWERMENT This is to notify the general public that the above named has applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission for Registration under part “C” of the Companies and Allied Matters Act 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. Ene Cynthia Ogbe 2. Diane Okoko 3. Abiola Mercy Olumodeji AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. To serve in advocating for the enhancement of the lifestyle of women through women targeted programmes Any objection to this registration should be forwarded to the Registrar -General, Corporate Affairs Commission, Maitama, Abuja within 28 days of this publication SIGNED: SECRETARY

Public Notice 26 ENYENADEL FOUNDATION Address: 7, Oluwalogbon Street, Ketu, Lagos.

The General public is hereby notified that the above named FOUNDATION has applied to Corporate Affairs Commission for registration under part C of the Companies and Allied Matters Act 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE :1. Jennifer Obado Joel 2. Joseph Amenaghawon 3. Barbara Maigari 4. Olanike Alli 5. Emmanuel Baba Aduku

(Development Specialist).

(Development Specialist) (Lawyer) (Accountant) (Conflict Specialist)

THE AIM AND OBJECTIVE IS:To conduct social research on challenges facing growing cities.

Any objection to this registration should be forwarded to the Registrar-General, Corporate Affairs Commission, Plot 420, Tigris Crescent, Off Aguiyi Ironsi Street, Maitama District, Abuja within 28 days from the date of this publication.

SIGNED BY: SECRETARY

TAL HOPE FOR WOMEN & CHILDREN INITIATIVE THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, ABUJA FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, NO. 1 OF 1990.

TRUSTEES: 1. SAADATU LAWAL MIJINYAWA - PRESIDENT 2. ALHAJI LAWAL MIJINYAWA - TREASURER 3. HADIZA LAWAL MIJINYAWA - SECRETARY AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: (1) TO HELP ERADICATE POVERTY IN THE SOCIETY THROUGH FORMAL EDUCATION AND SKILL ACQUISITION PROGRAMS FOR INDIGENT WOMEN & CHILDREN IN THE SOCIETY 2) TO PROVIDE A REHABILITATION CENTRE FOR WOMEN & CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEED 3) TO PROVIDE RECREATIONAL AND SUPPORT SERVICE CENTRES FOR ACCELERATED RURAL DEVELOPMENT. 4) TO PROMOTE UNITY, PEACE, RESOLVE CONFLICT, WELFARE AMONG MEMBERS AND THE SOCIETY AT LARGE. 5) TO PROVIDE A FORUM TO EXCHANGE IDEAS, SHARE EXPERIENCE, FIND MUTUAL SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE FOR THE LESS PRIVILEGED WOMEN AND CHILDREN IN THE SOCIETY. 6) TO ASSIST IN REDUCING MATERNAL MORTALITY RATE AND PROVIDING FREE MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TO THE LESS PRIVILEGED WOMEN AND CHILDREN IN THE SOCIETY. SIGNED: SECRETARY

JESUS POWER EVANGELISTIC MINISTRY RUMUOLUMENI THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE NAMED MINISTRY HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART’ C’ OF THE COMPANY AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT OF 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1) DAPRIM SAMUEL OGAJI - CHAIRMAN 2) STEPHEN OGAJIYE TAMUNO-OJUEMI OGAJI - SECRETARY 3) BOMA OGAJI 4) TAMUNO-OJUEMI HUMPREY OGAJI 5) CORDELIA OGAJI 6) DAMINABO OGAJI 7) ONARI TAMUNO-OJUEMI OGAJI AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1) TO PREACH THE WORD OF GOD AND EVANGELIZE THE GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST

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MRS. EZEKWUEME CALISTA NJIDEKA

I, formerly known and addressed as, MISS. ORJI CALISTA NJIDEKA, now wish to be known and addressed as, MRS. EZEKWUEME CALISTA NJIDEKA. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

MICHAEL CHUKWUAGOZELAM SAMUEL.

I formerly known and addressed as MICHAEL CHUKWUGOZIRIM SYLVANUS , now wish to be known and addressed as MICHAEL CHUKWUAGOZELAM SAMUEL. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

AJIJOLA-RAJI FOLASHADE ABUSAT

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NDDC’s intervention in Akwa Ibom: Akwa Ibomites celebrate clean roads, street lights Amaka Agbu

For many people living in different parts of Akwa Ibom State, good roads and street lights make a huge difference. While the roads pave the way, the street lights show the way.

The excitement of the beneficiaries of Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC intervention cuts across the state as the infrastructure upgrade touches the lives of people living in Uyo, the state capital, as well as those in rural communities like Uquo community in Esit-Eket Local Government Area.

A visit to Nsentip, Udo, Atakpo, Ukana offot and Nkemba, Udo Eduok, H-Line, Ewet Housing Estate, Uyo, and some sections of failed internal roads in Federal Housing, Uyo, tells the story of a welcome intervention by the NDDC. The roads which were in very bad shape a few months ago, are now repaired, restored and wearing a new look.

Residents of the areas served by these roads are in jubilant mood and they tell anyone that cares to listen, that NDDC did a new thing in their lives.

Mrs. Imaobong Essien, a seamstress whose tailoring shop is located along Nkemba street, said, ‘’just like what is happening in other streets in Uyo, the NDDC has repaired our street without minding who lives here. We are very grateful.’’

She gave kudos to the Commission for carrying out extensive emergency road repairs in the area, saying the intervention has alleviated their sufferings.

Other inhabitants of the transformed areas, like Essien, were full of gratitude to the NDDC for executing projects that impact significantly on Uyo and other parts of the state.

From records made available by the Akwa Ibom State office of the NDDC, the Commission has completed 41 out of the 62 emergency repair works it embarked on, while 18 are on-going.

Scores of residents who spoke with our correspondent commended the NDDC, saying the commission has fulfilled its core mandate for which it was established by the Federal Government 17 years ago.

Also a staff of the National Examination Council, NECO, who spoke in confidence, said before now, the Ukana Offot Street, off Abak road in Uyo city, was an eyesore not benefiting of an oil-rich state like Akwa Ibom.

According to him, Ukana Offot Street where the state office of NECO is located was terribly bad to the extent that it affected activities of the examination body especially during public examinations which required the movement of examination materials to various schools and centres in the state. ‘’We have endured the very poor state of the road for over four years. The road at some point became completely impassable. But today we can conveniently drive through the road and other adjoining streets. We want to use this opportunity to thank the NDDC for remembering our street’’.

Also speaking to some inhabitants of Udo Eduok/Itiam Street in Uyo, a resident said that, ‘’before now the entire

NDDC chairman, Sen. Victor Ndoma-Egba with some official of the commission

Emergency road repairs with solar powered street light in Uyo

stretch of the road and adjoining streets used to be waterlogged and that made life extremely difficult for us. ‘’It was one of the worst roads within Uyo, the state capital. Residents around here had experienced untold hardship and difficult condition for many years as a result of the very bad road. If I should speak the mind of people around this area, I guess they would want to say thank you to NDDC. I want to use this opportunity to call on NDDC to do the good work they are doing as they are impacting directly on the people’’.

They expressed confidence that the contributions and commitment of the commission in the development of the state will continue to be appreciated by

the people of the state.

In Esit-Eket Local Government Area, the Uquo community is relishing the solar-powered street lights installed by the NDDC, which they said had changed the socio- economic lives of their people.

Before now, the only attraction in Uquo community is its serenity. Though there has always been social interaction in the community, life was very dull and unattractive. The approach of nightfall in the area was always accompanied with fear and insecurity, resulting in residents confining themselves to their houses.

This was the situation until the NDDC lightened up the communities with solar-powered street lights.

The solar projects awarded by the com-

mission in July, 2017 have brought tremendous social and economic values to the lives of the citizenry.

The dreary and boring lifestyles of the communities have improved as market men and women could sell their wares into the night. Social functions and interactions have also come up even as the people have continued to express their excitement and joy as a result of projects by the Commission.

The elders and youths in Esit-Eket LGA are full of praises for the Federal Government for lightning up their communities with solar powered street lights through the NDDC. A community leader in Uquo, Mr Simon Okon, said the NDDC needed to be applauded for keeping the hopes of the villagers alive with the provision of the street lights.

He said since the communities and the entire Esit-Eket LGA have been without light for upwards of six months, noting that the street lights have been the only source of social integration in the communities.

“Frankly speaking, we need to commend the NDDC for complementing the efforts of the Federal Government in ensuring that the dividends of democracy got to the rural communities through the provision of basic amenities,” He took the state government to task on the provision of a power sub-station to bring to an end the perennial challenge of electricity supply faced by the communities.

The clan of Ekid –Offiong Community, Obong Etuedu Ikot, also commended the NDDC for its complementing role in the provision of basic amenities in the communities. Chief Ikot said the commission has lived up to its expectation in the community and has to be commended.

“I think NDDC has done well in our community, especially the time our son was there as the managing director. We have not been having light for the past six months. The only thing that has brought social harmony and satisfaction to our community is the solar powered street lights that you see around us.

“This has helped in keeping down the rate of crime in the communities considerably and we are grateful about it”.

He urged the Commission to do more in the provision of access roads to link villages to ease commerce and transportation of goods and services.

Speaking in a similar vein, a youth who identified himself Etim lauded the NDDC for the provision of the street light projects. He said the solar powered street lights are the only projects that give the communities their significance and prestige in the scheme of things.

“The street light projects are the only ones we can boast of having in our community and when you come here, especially in the night these communities look like a big city, and we are happy and proud about that” Etim called on the Commission to come to the aid of the communities in the construction of the road leading to the Atlantic Ocean, adding that “this is where the livelihood of the people depends.”

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Daily Times Nigeria Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Gelegele:Traditional rulers condemn planned coronation of Ijaw Monarch in Benin Kingdom Titus Akhigbe,Benin

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Chairman, Edo State Council of Traditional rulers and chiefs, Onojie of Okpoji, Ehidiamen I, who led other chiefs from Edo Central and Edo North Senatorial Districts have urged the Ijaws resident in Edo State coastline to refrain from the abominable installation of a (“pere”/ king) in Benin kingdom They all frowned at the illegal installation which they confirmed is an attempt to desecrate the royal Benin land by their action to perform a coronation of an Ijaw King in a part of Benin Kingdom.

Addressing newsmen yesterday at the Palace of the Benin Monarch in Benin City, the Onojie of Opoji said,” There is no other kingdom in Edo South and there is only one king in the

kingdom which is the Oba of Benin.”

He added that Gelegele town which houses most of the Ijaws resident in the state is part of Benin Province, which is present day Edo State.

Condemning the action by the ijaws to install a parallel king in Edo south, he said, “It is never heard that another person in the name of “pere” wants to claim a kingdom in the same Benin kingdom which has the Oba as the only recognised king. This action amounts to abomination.”

They urged the ijaws to be law abiding and eschew any act capable of causing unrest in the state noting that, “The Oba has the power to confer chieftaincy on anyone in Edo South and not the installation of another king (pere) in his kingdom.”

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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES a.To disseminate the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the word of God to the end of the earth. b.To raise transgenerational Leaders who will lead by examples and be light and salt to the world. c.To raise men and women who will display the Love of Jesus at all times and in all places irrespective of gender, tribe or religion. d.To raise God chasers, who will love men and build community and in turn change our world Any objection to the registration should be forwarded to the Registrar-General, Corporate Affairs Commission, Plot 420, Tigris Crescent, off Aguiyi Ironsi Street, Maitama, Abuja within 28 days of this publication.

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Mothers with their babies during the inauguration of 2017 health week at Bayan Fada clinic in Bauchi State…on Tuesday.

119 people benefit from Anchor Borrowers scheme in Akwa Ibom Bassey Willie

The flag off of the programme which powered by prospects micro finance bank and amo byng Nigeria limited, took place at the new phase of agriculture limited office, along Godswill Akpabio stadium road in Uyo. Presenting the items to the beneficiaries, Mr Emmanuel congratulated the farmers who benefited from the first batch of the scheme, adding that the programme will boost their poultry business and better their lives in the nearest future.

He said, “if farmers take this programme serious, they will turn to millionaires in years to come, that

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No fewer than 119 people have benefited from the first batch of the Central Bank of Nigeria, (CBN) sponsored anchor borrowers programme, poultry component in Akwa Ibom State.

The head of development finance of CBN, Uyo office, Mr Okoidegun Emmanuel announced this in Uyo on Tuesday during the official launching of the programme and disbursement of a day old chicks and starter packs to all the 119 persons who benefited from the first batch of the programme in the state.

is why i urged everyone of you who have benefited from this scheme to be committed in your farming business, so that you can become a role model to the next set of people that will benefit from this programme”.

He explained that, why the programme took a very long time to kick off in the state was due to some issues from groups and individuals who never believed that the programme will come to a reality. He advised them to take the federal government initiative seriously, so as to better their lives in the nearest future.

According to him, “Any-

body that does not take the programme serious, will be replaced in subsequent batches, because we are not here to attain to excuses, but to boost agricultural production and provide foods on the table of all Nigerians”.

The managing director of new phase of agriculture limited, the consultancy firm that coordinates the scheme in the state, Atuekong Austin Ndaeyo said that Akwa Ibom is the first state in the South South region of the country that have benefited from the programme, and commended the Central Bank of Nigeria for their efforts in alleviating poverty and hunger.

EFCC arraigns 2 over false claim to be bank’s directors Peter Fowoyo

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men, who allegedly claimed to be directors of Mainstream Bank Registrars were on Tuesday arraigned before a Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos.

ASSOCIATION OF FARM PRODUCE BUYERS AND EXPORTERS

The two men: Chester Onyemaechi Ukandu and Achi George, were arraigned on a two count charge of conspiracy and forgery by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

In the charge marked

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This is to inform the general public that the above named ASSOCIATION has applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission, Abuja for Registration under part ‘C’ of the companies and Allied Matters Act 1990.

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FHC /L/424c/2017, the anti-graft agency alleged that the two accused persons had on February 21, 2017 within the jurisdiction of the court, held themselves out as directors of Mainstream Bank Registrar Limited, vide a letter

dated February 14, 2017, addressed to the Manager, Skye Bank Plc, Ilupeju branch, Lagos, captioned ‘Appointment of New Signatories to the account of Mainstream Bank Registrars Limited’, the letter which they personally signed.

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6 NDLEA officials face sack threat in Adamawa Tom Garba, Yola

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national headquarters of the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has queried its Yola Command over an illegal operation carried out by six of its staff against a patent medicine store located at No 10 Ibadan Street behind Jimeta Shopping Complex in Yola, the Adamawa State capital.

The query followed

a letter of petition received by the national headquarters from the victim of the said illegal operation, one Obadiah Ezekiel Dogo of Damilu Ward complaining of stealing, human rights violations, assault on his person and burglary.

The officers were reported to have invaded the patent store twice and carted away with drugs, personal effects and cash worth over N3million of their vic-

tim after breaking into the medicine store at about 5:00pm during his absence without recourse to official procedures.

During the second invasion of the medicine store, the officers were said to have arrested their victim in an Armed Robbery fashion and gave him a beating of his life leading to his eventual hospitalization at the peace Hospital located in the state Capital.

The victim ended up settling the medical therapy out of his personal pocket against all decency.

The medicine vendor was said to be demanding the immediate payment of the confiscated Drugs and valuables worth over N3million and N10million compensation or face the wrath of the Law owing to the illegal operation carried out under the leadership and watchful

eyes of one Umar Jada of the state command.

At the time of writing this report, the Adamawa State Commandant of the command was not available for comments but insiders who confirmed the incident said that the state command was doing something about the matter.

Sources within the police circle indicated that the Police command had earlier ordered for a full blown

Ekiti Chief Imam commends Ojudu’s support for community development

Ekwueme: We’ve lost our father, says South-East PDP ÏÏÏThe Peoples Demo-

Ganiyu Obaaro

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Chief Imam of Ekiti, Sheikh Jamiu Kewulere has commended the community spirit of the Special Adviser to the President on Political Matters and All Progressive Congress (APC) Governorship aspirant in Ekiti State, Senator Babafemi Ojudu.

Speaking during a courtesy visit by Ojudu, Kewulere, who is also the Grand Imam of the League of Imams, Southern Nigeria said the presidential aide took after his father, Pa Jimoh Ojudu who was a renowned community leader.

“I am very delighted by this visit. I must confess I have personally taken notice of your works in the community and must tell you that you inherited the spirit of service from your father.

I was very close to him in his lifetime and you should also be close to me.

“I know you have political aspirations but as you know I am not a politician but I pray Allay will guide you in all your aspirations. Allah will also give you strength to extend all the good works you have done for our communities and our people to the larger society” he said.

Ojudu thanked the Chief Imam for taking time to received him, saying “It is our culture in Ekiti to help our communities, our brothers and sisters but in doing that we should respect their dignity and not subject people to humiliation because of our status.”

“I detest those who impoverish our people and turn around to celebrate their poverty. We must make Ekiti work in a way to lift people out of poverty and move them to prosperity.” he added.

investigation but had to suspend action on discovery that the matter was still before a Federal high court for determination, a case that was perceived to be moving at a snail speed.

Mr. Obadiah Ezekiel Dogo who spoke to this Reporter said that he will stop at nothing to secure justice from the Law Courts if the Command fails to meet up with his demands.

L-R: The Ilagbe of Egba,Chief Akanni Akinwale;Balogun of Egba,Chief Sikirulai Atobatele;The Alake of Egba Land,His Royal Majesty,Oba Aremu Gbadebo,and Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yoruba Land, Aare Gani Adams, during the visit of the Aare Ona Kakanfo to Alake of Egba, Ogun state, at the weekend.

FG to tackle accommodation, course accreditation in tertiary institutions Augustine Okezie, Abuja

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The Minister of Education, Malam Adamu Adamu has declared that the issues of students’ accommodation and accreditation of courses will be looked into quickly to ensure that tertiary institutions are repositioned on the right pedestal.

Adamu who made the above disclosure in Abuja yesterday while receiving the report of the seven-man Au-

dit Panel inaugurated on May 2, 2017, to audit the utilization of the take-off grants to the 12 New Universities established by the previous administration in his office also commended the members of the panel for their dedication and diligence in completing the task within the short period.

He further assured that the Report will be studied and the recommendations implemente Speaking earlier, the

Chairman of the Audit Panel, Prof. Olufemi Bamiro, briefed the Minister on the Modus Operandi the panel adopted, noting that the report was in two parts- main report and individual institution’s report.

He said that at the time of the audit exercise, the 12 universities had a total students’ enrolment of 40,614 and academic staff strength of 3,756, with only about 32% of the lecturers having PhD degrees.

On the contracts awarded Prof. Bamiro stated that the panel observed that extant guidelines by the Public Procurement Act (PPA) were followed in most cases, while there were also a few cases of deviations.

He thanked the Minister for the opportunity given to the members of the panel to serve their fatherland, and urged him to look critically into the specific observations and recommendations in the reports.

cratic Party (PDP) has described the death of the former Vice President, Alex Ekwueme as a big blow to the party and nation’s democracy which the late patriarch had laboured to institutionalise in Nigeria.

In a statement, the National Vice Chairman of the party in the South East zone, Chief Austin Umahi noted that late Ekwueme was the foremost founder of the PDP and had suffered greatly to return democracy in the country from the hands of Military dictatorship.

Umahi recalled how Ekwueme rallied critical political stakeholders massed in the G-34 that provided the political leadership for the final civilian rebellion that later metamorphosed into the Peoples Democratic Party, which took the reins of government from the military and sustained democracy for 16 unbroken years till it was ousted from power.

He added that his leadership ingenuity which led to the formation of the six geopolitical zones had further decentralised development across the zones, adding that he would forever be remembered for his works of patriotism and nationalism.

“For us in the PDP, we have lost our father. His death was a big blow. It was shocking to us. We would not have liked to lose a worthy father like him at this time that our nation’s democracy needs his tutelage and parental advice.

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Stories by Frank Jumbo with Agency reports jax Cape Town are said to be looking at the possibility of signing Enyimba attacker Stanley Dimgba.

Dimgba played for the Nigerian side in the CHAN tournament two years back and was also part of the initial Nigeria U-23 team that

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Enyimba striker Dimgba for trials in South Africa was selected for the 2016 Olympics, although he ended up not making the final cut for Rio. The 24-year-old could be now set to join his compatriot Ejike Uzoenyi at the Urban Warriors - according to the Footballlive website he will start a trial with Ajax this week.

“Dimgba is heading to Ajax Cape

Town for trails. He will leave [on Tuesday] for South Africa. His style will no doubt suit the PSL, he is quick, strong and dribbles very well,” a source was quoted saying.

“I have no doubt that he will succeed in the trials. For the games I watched him play for

Enyimba last season, he is still one of the players with a sweet left foot in the Nigeria Professional Football League.”

The Cape Town team have managed only seven goals in nine league outings this season and currently sit in 14th spot in the standings.

Family of late Izu Joseph petitions Ajimobi over unpaid allowanes

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he family of the slain ex-defender of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), Ibadan, Izu Joseph, on Monday petitioned Governor Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State over 8-month salary and 21 match bonuses owed the deceased by the club.

Izu who hails from Rivers State was holidaying in Bayelsa State, when he was allegedly killed by men of the Nigerian Army after he was allegedly found with cultists.The Army, it was learnt, had marked the area ‘red’.

The family of the deceased in a letter, signed by Reuben Izu Jnr, urged the state government to assist the family in meeting its financial needs.

Izu Jnr, noted that the letter was resent to the Governor on Monday because the first letter which was also forwarded to Speaker of the State House of Assembly, failed to yield result.

He said, “The family wrote the letter concerning the poor handling of the death of Izu Joseph by the 3SC management.

“We had written a letter earlier sent to the governor; it was received by his CSO on 12th September 2017.

“A copy was sent to the Speaker Oyo State House of Assembly on the same 12th; It was received by Mr Obayemi in the office of the Speaker.

“We wrote this second letter over the 8 months salary and 21 months match bonuses owed him by the management.”

“His Excellency, Senator Abiola Ajimobi Executive Governor of Oyo State Government House Ibadan.

Your Excellency,

The late Izu Joseph

APPEAL FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FROM THE STATE GOVERNMENT My name is Reuben izu Jnr., I am from Okarki community of Ahoada west LGA in Rivers state, I represent the family of IZU REUBEN MARTIN. We write to apeal to your Excellency for financial assistance to enable his family (wife and daughter) find there fit out of the hard conditions the death of there father IZU JOSEPH the Nigerian footballer who was murdered by men of the Nigerian army in Okarki town in ahoada west.

Your Excellency sir his daughter who is a minor age 9yrs old is already having setback in her education and her mother relocating to the village to try to make a living.

We are appealing to your Excellency to help us within your abiliy to enable us train his daughter and pursue justice for our son who was until his death an indigene of Rivers state playing with shooting stars FC of Ibadan(3sc) who are still owing him eight (8 months salary and twenty one (21) match bonuses.

Your kind support towards our family will be greatly appreciated as we look forward to a favorable response.

Thanking you in anticipation for your support as we know that your good works in the state have affected the lives of many oyo state indigenes and Nigerians at large. You are God sent and may the Almighty God continue to guide you through out your tenure as Governor of Oyo state.

Yours faithfully, Reuben Izu Jnr For the family”

Moses fit for Liverpool clash

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uper Eagles winger, Victor Moses has been declared fit to face Liverpool in Saturday’s titanic Premier League clash at Anfield, according to Chelsea manager, Antonio Conte.

Moses limped out of Chelsea’s Premier League defeat to London rivals Crystal Palace on October 14, due to a hamstring injury which has seen him miss seven games in all competitions.

The former Wigan and West Ham player played a pivotal role in Chelsea’s Premier League crowning last season as he fitted perfectly into Conte’s 3-4-3 formation.

However, in his absence Davide Zappacosta has stood in for the 2017 BBC Africa Player Of The Year Nominee. But then, Moses is expected to retain his position when Chelsea face Liverpool on Saturday.

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Enyeama not keen for Super Eagles recall

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umours doing the rounds suggest that Super Eagles goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama is not interested in making his return to the national team.

According to a popular Nigerian website, the former Super Eagles number one is not interested in bouncing back to the team.

Coach Gernot Rohr has constantly voiced his desire to have the 35-year-old back in the team for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. Enyeama, who left the national team after a row with former coach Sunday Oliseh, has turned down the approach from

the coach to return to the team ahead of the World Cup. The website reports that Colin Udoh, who holds close ties with the former Enyimba goalkeeper, said that Enyeama won’t be coming back to the team despite the goalkeeper crisis rocking the side.

Meanwhile, the unfortunate diagnosis of first choice goalkeeper Carl Ikeme with Leukaemia has left the West Africans struggling in the goalkeeping department, with Rohr not completely happy with the goalkeepers at his disposal.

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A Gent of Belgium attacker, Samuel Kalu was on target for his top-flight side in an emphatic 3-0 win against Sporting Lokeren.

The 20-year-old winger-cum-striker, who has been making waves with his trickery and dynamism, profited from a Brecht Dejaegere’s assist to double his side’s lead in 76th minute.

It was an ideal cap to a fine performance by Kalu in the second period, after the provider has earlier put the team ahead with a deft finish.

In China, former Super Eagles striker Obafemi Martins scored the only goal as Shanghai Shenhua defeated visiting Shanghai SIPG FC 1-0 in the first leg of the Chinese FA Cup final.

The first leg final was played at the Hongkou Stadium in Shanghai, with Shenhua heading into the game with an advantage, after Martins scored in the 38th minute on Sunday.

The second leg comes up on November 26 inside Shanghai Stadium, where ‘Obagol’ will again be up against former Chelsea midfielder, Oscar and his Brazilian compatriot, Hulk.

Shanghai Shenhua will be crowned Chinese FA Cup winners for the fourth time in their history if they overcome Shanghai SIPG FC in the reverse fixture.

The last time Shanghai Shenhua won the Chinese FA Cup was in 1998 after previous triumphs in 1956 and 1991

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Dybala hails Messi as “our Maradona” J uventus star Paulo Dybala has hailed Lionel Messi as “Maradona for our generation”.

Dybala will come face-to-face with fellow Argentina international Messi when Juve host Barcelona in the Champions League on Wednesday, with both sides set to progress from Group D. Messi scored twice and turned in a dazzling display as Barcelona won 3-0 in the teams’ initial meeting this season.

Since that game, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner produced a virtuoso performance to score a hat-trick in Ecuador and

wrestle Argentina almost single-handedly to the 2018 World Cup. Dybala looked on as an unused substitute in Quito and believes Messi compares favourably with Argentina icon Diego Maradona.

“I have always admired Ronaldinho,” Dybala told Football France when discussing another Barcelona favourite. “But Leo is like Maradona for those of our generation.

“For me it’s an honour to play with him in the national team.

“He dragged us to the World Cup with the hat-trick in Ecuador. He is a born leader.”

Lampard excited by English clubs in Champions League

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rank Lampard is hopeful Premier League clubs are on the cusp of another golden period in the Champions League.

From Liverpool’s stunning comeback and penalty shoot-out triumph over AC Milan in 2005 to Chelsea’s win via the same means against Bayern Munich in 2012, English clubs were represented in seven out of eight Champions League finals.

Lampard was on the scoresheet before Chelsea lost on spot kicks in an all-Premier League affair against Manchester United in Moscow in 2008, but no English side has featured in the European showpiece since the Blues’ triumph in Munich.

This season, Manchester City and Tottenham have booked their spots in the knockout stages with two group games to spare.

Manchester United are virtually certain to join them in matchweek five, when Liverpool and Chelsea can also qualify.

“What’s exciting for English football is that we have five teams that are performing very well in the groups,” Lampard, who concluded his Premier League career with a season at Manchester City, told Omnisport during a Yokohama event at the British Embassy in Tokyo.

In a wide-ranging interview, Dybala expressed a desire to one day play alongside Messi’s former team-mate and Brazil superstar Neymar – two players the 24-yearold hopes to vie with for Ballon d’Or honours over the years to come.

“I’d like to play with Neymar in the future,” Dybala added. “At the moment he is the one closest to winning it, being closer to the level of Messi and [Cristiano] Ronaldo.

“I have to work to improve and win trophies. Once, in front of a bonfire with friends we all made a wish – my own was to win the Ballon d’Or.”

verton forward Oumar Niasse is the first Premier League player to face retrospective punishment for simulation under new Football Association rules.

Niasse won a sixth-minute penalty, converted by Leighton Baines, after Scott Dann was adjudged to have fouled him by referee Anthony Taylor during Saturday’s 2-2 draw at Selhurst Park.

Replays suggested contact was minimal and the FA has charged Niasse – who scored his sixth goal of the season later in the match - for “successful deception of a match official”.

Niasse must respond by 18:00 GMT on Tuesday to the charge, which will land him with a two-match ban if upheld.

Everton’s Oumar Niasse charged for ‘Successful Deception of a Match Official’ following Saturday’s Crystal Palace game.

Full statement: http://the-fa.com/SPgDuQ Niasse, 27, would not be the first player in English football to be punished under the regulations introduced for the 201718 season.

Shaun Miller of League Two side Carlisle United was suspended after he won a penalty during September’s 3-3 draw against Wycombe Wanderers.

Bristol City defender Bailey Wright also spent two matches on the sidelines due to his part in a clash with Fulham’s Aboubakar Kamara, who was sent off in an October Championship match at Craven Cottage.

Everton are still playing under caretaker manager David Unsworth and lie 16th in the Premier League, with games against Southampton and West Ham coming on the back of Thursday’s Europa League match with Atalanta.

Guardiola dismisses Champions League favourites tag

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anchester City manager Pep Guardiola played down suggestions his team are favourites to win the Champions League.

City are unbeaten in 18 matches in all competitions this season, holding an eight-point lead atop the Premier League and having already qualified for the last 16 in the Champions League.

Ahead of hosting Feyenoord on Tuesday, Guardiola said it was nice for his side to be placed among Europe’s elite – but he said they had plenty of work still to do. “For Manchester City, a team that still needs a history in Europe, that is a big win,” the Spaniard said.

“That doesn’t mean we are favourites to win the Champions League, but it’s nice.

“It means we are doing some things very well.

But obviously, people usually say the favourite teams are FC Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and others.

“People putting us there is a big honour but that does not mean we have done anything because we haven’t. Manchester City still have a big history to build in Europe.”

With City having won all four Group F matches and sitting three points clear ahead of facing a point-less Feyenoord, Guardiola plans to rotate his squad for Tuesday’s clash.

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FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello (2nd right), being briefed on the OSEX project plan by Executive Secretary, FCDA, Engr. Umar Jubrin (2nd left), while member representing the AMAC/Bwari Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Zephaniah Bitrus Jisalo (right), and the Director of Engineering, FCDA, Shehu Ahmad Hadi (left), listen, during the ground breaking ceremony for the construction of the Apo-Wasa dual carriageway in Abuja...on Monday.

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of the Federal Capital Territory, Muhammad Bello, has said that soon, his office will put to an end the level of high-handedness being experienced in the hands of several environmental taskforce across the territory.

The minister said this while addressing the media to unveil his two years scorecard in office. He said that his office before now had received information on the misgivings about the taskforce, put in place to restore law and order across the FCT. According to the minister, the committees have been al-

leged to always indulge in extorting monies from unsuspecting public to feather their nest as against the initial attempt of the charges serving as a deterrent to offenders.

“You see, my office is however awash of the high-handedness of the taskforce put in place to restore law and order.

The people are not put there just to make money but the money was to serve as a punishment,” he said.

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The committee, led by squadron leader, Abdulahi Munjel, has been accused of grave issues of extortion, inhuman and high-handedness to commercial motorists and indigent people of the FCT. Also speaking on the delayed commissioning of the Dei Dei international market, the minister said that the delay is born out of the need to ensure standard in the establishment of infrastructure in the capital city.

According to Bello, “there are some key infrastructure needed to be put on ground before commissioning the market. Key infrastructure is needed to be put in place before opening the market and there is no needed to be in hurry to present jobs without quality”.

The minister further stated that the delay on the completion of the project is due to so

many projects being embarked by the administration with scarce resources to finance them.

Fielding questions on the delayed take-off of the Abuja University of Technology, Bello said that most of the needed equipment are already on ground including a number of classrooms to accommodate fresh students.

On the appointment of a Vice-Chancellor for the yet-totake-off institution, the minister denied any involvement in making choice of who leads the institution when it takes off.

“Well, I need to clarify issues here. I wish to state clearly here that the university is even yet to take off due to certain issues that brings delay. So here we cannot even start talking of making choice of who becomes the Vice-Chancellor, neither am I involved in picking any one,” he said.

the Federal Capital Territory, Mallam Muhammad Bello, has said that his administration has secured approval of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) for the sum of N2.6 billion to be deployed for massive construction of road infrastructure within the satellite town of Karu Phase 2.

The minister said this during the presentation of his scorecard to commemoration his two years in office.

He said his administration will soon commence the construction of many roads leading to the six area councils including the Right-Hand Service Carriageway of Outer Northern Expressway from Apo – Wasa.

He further stated that the administration already inaugurated an Inter-Ministerial Implementation Committee on the PPP Project for the Development of Engineering Infrastructure at Katampe District Phase 2 and Commissioned 300 housing units in Capital Estate in Kaba District on Kubwa Express road.

The project was executed by Abuja Property Development Company Ltd (APDC) to tackle FCT housing deficit and lay the foundation more.

“In the area of transpiration, you are already aware that we met the Light Rail projects at between 50 to 70 percent stages of execution. Today, we have achieved 98 percent completion.

Relief is on sight for city commuters.

The Federal Executive Council has also given approval for the contract for award of Phase 2 of Abuja Rail Mass Transit (Lot 1B).

“FCT Administration has achieved significant restoration of street lights by procuring and installing 22 generators as backup for public power source. Payment to the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) are now regular. On the health sector, the Administration has remained alert to the threat of diseases like Monkey Pox, Polio and other forms of epidemics. The administration has recorded the following milestones: Re-energised the drug revolving fund scheme with a total of N2.94 billion; released over N350 million towards the construction of the 220-bed Gwarimpa General Hospital almost abandoned some years back; commenced the operation of Karu General Hospital as well as the Zuba Cottage Hospital for skeletal services, by providing the needed staff and provision of necessary furniture, drugs and dressings; completion of 1.2MW solar power project in collaboration with the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA), which has reduced the cost of energy and introduced an e-payment system in FCT Water board to stem revenue leakages”.

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Permanent Secretary, Federal Capital Territory Administration, (FCTA) Mr. Christian Ohaa, has praised the FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello, for unlocking the economic potentials of the territory.

Ohaa made this declaration while welcoming newsmen and guests at the media briefing by the FCT Minister to mark the Administration’s two years in office, eulogizing the minister for the much he accomplished outside the hype of publicity.

His words: “The Administration has risen above the temptation to latch unto white elephant new projects, but rather chose the unpopular path of driving to completion, abandoned and ongoing infrastructure projects that have unlocked the economic potentials and improved the physical outlook of the city.”

The occasion was a time for stocktaking as the FCT Minster, along with the Mandate Secretaries and heads of agencies regaled media representatives with a catalogue of accomplishments. These include the over N73 billion which, through the path of prudence, had been paid to both local and foreign contractors as well as the completion of the obligation of N17.4 billion for the phase one of the Abuja Light Rail project.

According to stakeholders, these payments saved jobs and injected life in the FCT econo-

my.

Besides other known projects, it was disclosed that the Administration would soon commence construction of the 55km OSEX (Outer Southern Express Road) leading from Apo/Wasa to Gwagwalada across Kuje.

The Administration has also re-energised the drug revolving fund scheme with a total of N2.94 billion and has so far paid over N349 million towards the construction of the 220-bed Gwarimpa General Hospital almost abandoned some years back.

In his contribution at the occasion, Managing Director, Abuja Enterprise Agency, Malam Tukur Arabi, revealed that FCT was setting up OneStop-Shopping-Centre for MSMEs as a major outcome of the Nationwide MSME Clinics it held in Abuja in July this year in collaboration with the Presidency.

The centre, he noted, is designed to provide a single roof for all business regulatory agencies like NAFDAC, CAC and SMEDAN among others, so as to facilitate easy access to these agencies by business start-ups thereby enhancing the Ease of Doing Business in the territory.

Dr. Isa Jalo, Director of Abuja Geographic Information Systems (AGIS) disclosed that the agency would soon leverage cloud technology to ensure customer interoperability with sister agencies and customer interface. Over 1800 copies

ACSS scribe promises to pay ex-councillors backlog of arrears

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Secretary, Area Councils Services Secretariat (ACSS), of the Federal Capital Territory Administration, Mallam Adamu Abubakar Bappah, has promised to pay the arrears of entitlements to the FCT former Councillors and Political Appointees (FECPA).

He made the promise during an interactive session when the former councillors paid him a courtesy visit in his office.

The Secretary expressed deep gratitude with the strong solidarity and support shown by members of FECPA over his appointment as the Secretary of the Area Councils Services Secretariat (ACSS) FCTA. He explained that in respect of the delay in their settlements of the arrears of their entitlements, the Minister of FCT, Mallam Muhammad Musa Bello, has already initiated plans for immediate payment of the arrears.

Bappah assured members of the forum that before the end of December 2017, the FCT Ad-

ministration would have commenced the payment at least by installments.

The Secretary, however, expressed his profound sympathy over the loss of some members of FECPA, and prayed that God should grant the widows and members of the forum the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

He admonished the members of the forum to live up to the will of God, noting that “the country sees more of those that are ready to serve not those that are ready to be served”.

It would be recalled that the Chairman of the FCT Ex-Councilors and Political Appointees Forum, Hon. Mohammad Sani Kasimu, in his congratulatory remarks on the appointment of Mallam Adamu Abubakar Bappah as the Secretary of ACSS, expressed concern over the prolonged delay in the payment of their members entitlements, which according to him, has led to the demise of some of their members.

of cleared Certificates of Occupancy (Cs of O) have been signed and ready for collection while 451 Consents of Assignments and subleases have also been signed.

On the whole, FCTA hopes to realise nearly N4 billion from these Cs of O, Consents and subleases when they are collected.

The Administration, pursuant to its commitment to join the league of Smart Cities, has granted a free use of right-of-way to Messrs Galaxy Backbone to lay fibre-optics infrastructure through existing telecom ducts in the city. This is intended to serve as a prelude to the implementation of the e-governance policy of the Federal Government.

Other milestones in this direction include a collaboration with the UNESCO and Samsung in an ongoing 3-month Information Technology bootcamp tagged “Youth Mobile.

Participants drawn from the grassroots are being trained in software designs, hardware maintenance and use of mobile technology in business.

FCTA made a counterpart contribution of N66 million while UNESCO paid N33 million to get the training on rack.

Similarly, FCTA has concluded a review of the 2013 FCT e-health policy in line with the national e-health strategic framework as well as achieved a higher computer penetration among teachers in its public

schools where over 5,000 classmate personal computers have been deployed in 137 FCT junior secondary schools, including 996 laptops for 60 senior secondary schools.

Another record accomplishment is the FCT Staff Health Insurance Scheme which had suffered neglect in years gone by, which today, has been fully funded with a total sum of N2.219 billion leaving the Administration with a surplus of N1.817 billion.

Pensioners were not left out in the sheaves of harvest as their accrued right amounting to N3.956 billion has been paid or will soon be paid as the funds have been provided for that purpose.

FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello (middle), cutting the tape to commission the Buhari Support Organisation (BSO) Secretariat in Utako, Abuja recently. With him are the Senior Special Adviser to the President on National Assembly Matters, Senator Ita Enang (2nd right), Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello (4th right), Bauchi State Governor, Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar (2nd left) and others.

US commends FCTA over use of HIV/AIDS donor fund

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States of America has commended the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) for judiciously utilising grants received from the US government for HIV/AIDS intervention programmes in the territory.

The US Deputy Secretary of State, John Sullivan, made this remark when he inspected the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)’s Centre in the Asokoro General Hospital on Monday in Abuja.

Playing host to the visiting US Deputy Secretary of State on behalf of the FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello, was Amanda Pam, the Mandate Secretary for FCTA’s Health and Human Services Secretariat.

While thanking FCT Administration for the warm hospitality accorded him and his entourage, the Deputy Secretary of State conveyed his satisfaction with the projects so far executed. These include the ARV Clinic and Paediatric Early Infant Diagnosis facili-

ties, among others.

The centre was donated by the US government for the purpose of treatment HIV/AIDS, effective management of Maternal, Newborn and Child Health as well as prevention of Maternal-to-child Transmission (PMCTC) of the syndrome.

Mr. Sullivan was accompanied in the visit by the US Ambassador to Nigeria, H.C Stuart Symington; the Director General, National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) Dr. Sani H. Aliyu; the Country Director, Centre for Disease Control (CDC), and other top officials of the US Embassy in Nigeria.

During an interactive session with beneficiaries of the HIV Care and Treatment and PMTCT programme, the beneficiaries expressed their gratitude to the American government for positively affecting their living conditions. They also stated that the envoy’s visit gave them a sense of belonging as part of the global

community, thereby boosting their morale and immunity.

The US Deputy Secretary of State promised that when he gets back home, he will engage with his colleagues in government and the executive in Congress to spotlight the problems of HIV/AIDS patients in Nigeria in order to render more support to them.

It would be recalled that PEPFAR programme was initiated by the administration of former American President, George W. Bush, to check the spread of HIV/ AIDS scourge in Africa.

The Mandate Secretary, Health and Human Services Secretariat, FCTA, Amanda Pam, on behalf of the FCTA, thanked the US government for their huge investments in the HIV/AIDS Treatment Programme in the FCT in particular and Nigeria in general.

Pam assured that all interventions and support rendered would always be put into judicious use for the purpose for which they are meant.

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details contained in the official ministerial two year scorecard presented by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mallam Muhammad Bello.

This is just as the Administration claimed it had expended the sum of over N73 billion paid to contractors handling various projects in the Federal Capital Territory within the years under review.

The minister of FCT recently said that most of the payments are for the fulfillment of promises on assumption of office, which includes the total consolidation of existing projects initiated by the previous administration. He stated that initiating other ‘white’ elephant projects, which may not be completed before his tenure ends, would be less considered.

Commenting on the two year scorecard, a chieftain of the major opposition party, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the FCT, Mr. Patrick Ajisafe, commended the effort of the minister for the sustenance of the PDP initiative and philosophy, adding that this shows that the miniter is a detribalised Nigerian and unlike APC. His words: “You will recall that the minister was never a politician neither an APC member. He is a complete gentleman who was picked based on merit, he does his things without bias.

He came into office and saw the project initiative and blueprint of the 16 years of PDP government and he had no choice tha to key in because no party would have had a better plan for the Nigerian

capital city. I must tell you that Mallam Bello is a PDP member in spirit. Ordinarily, a debased APC member would have altered a lot of things and also should have brought fresh and awkward policies to disrupt the good things on ground just to erase the name of PDP but Bello has seen that the development of the FCT is far beyond party lines”.

While continuing, Ajisafe, while making reference to other sectors, pointed out that the transportation industry is also bearing eloquent testimony in line with the railway transportation reform policy, also an initiative of the PDP”.

Commenting on the Minister’s zeal to ensure speedy completion of the completion of projects embarked upon by the administration, Ajisafe said that the APC already has sabotaged the progress of the entire FCT due to the delay of the 2017 budget, a clog in the wheel of progress as against the APC change agenda.

Also reacting, Mr. Ibrahim Matzhin, a member of the All Progressive Congress (APC), who could not hide his feeling, noted that the minister may be playing game with the administrative process of the FCT, stating that there is the need for lobbing which the minister may have not been exposed to.

“During the programme where the minister gave his two year scorecard, most of the secretaries blamed the 2017 budget as the bane of their performances and I know that it is like that at all the sectors and just a month to 2018. I bet you, the FCT IGR will soon suffer,” he said.

Agric Secretary inaugurates meat haulage committee for FCT ÏÏÏAs part of measures to ensure

wholesome meat consumption in the Federal Capital Territory, the Agriculture and Rural Development Secretariat of FCT Administration has inaugurated a committee on Meat Haulage in the FCT. The move, according to the Secretary, Agriculture and Rural Development Secretariat of the FCT, Honourable Nzekwe Ifeanyichukwu, is not only to ensure the public health safety of FCT residents but to set standards in meat haulage system in the FCT in line with global acceptable standards.

Nzekwe, who inaugurated the members of the committee on Meat Haulage for the FCT in his office, described as embarrassing and unacceptable the situation where butchers transport meat on motorbikes and open rickety vehicles in the FCT exposing the meat to contamination.

“Abuja as you know is the pride of every Nigerian and so it is only imperative whatever we are doing conforms to global acceptable standards. Besides you will agree with

me that the situation as it is now exposes residents whom we have sworn to protect to health hazards,” Nzekwe said.

Under the plan, according to him, the mode of meat haulage in Abuja will be through dedicated meat vans and special purposemade tricycles with meat haulage compartment.

He, however, charged members of the committee who are drawn from the Agric Secretariat of the FCT, the Area councils and the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources to immediately begin work in order to come up with a design that will not only be affordable but also one that takes into account the hygienic operations.

Earlier in her remarks, the Head of the Veterinary Services Division of the Secretariat, Dr. (Mrs.) Regina Adulugba, informed the Secretary of the previous attempt in past to address the situation, stressing the need for the Administration to ensure that it addresses the issue of enforcement.

FCTA Executive Secretary, Engr. U.G. Jibrin (middle) with other officials at the scene of a burst pipeline near Yakubu Gowon Barrack, Asokoro, recently

FCTA to introduce inclusive education to support special needs children

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ry Administration (FCTA) is set to introduce inclusive education for children with special needs.

Deputy Director, Special Needs Education, FCTA Education Secretariat, Mrs. Jean Onyekwelu, made this known at an Autism Support Group Seminar, organised by Our Lady of Guadalupe (OLG) Health Foundation and Autism Centre in collaboration with NISA Premier Hospital on Sunday in Abuja.

According to her in 1994 Nigeria joined other countries to endorse the Salamanca proclamation which was the adoption of inclusive education. ”Inclusive education is where both children with special needs and normal children receive quality education together without discrimination. ”This will help reduce trauma and stigmatisation from normal children and help give people with special needs sense of belonging. ”There are three schools

in the FCT for special needs children and scholarship programme is ongoing for them, but works are still on going to introduce Inclusive education in the state,” she said.

The Chairman, Board of Trustees, OLG Health Foundation, an NGO, Mr. Chidi Izuwah said that autism is the fastest growing serious developmental disability in the world.

Izuwah, who noted the theme as Defeat Autism in Nigeria (DAIN), said that autism was present in all races and classes of people adding that autism affects as many as one in 68 children.

According to him, the aim of the seminar was to ensure that every child or adult impacted by autism or other developmental challenge was given the opportunity to reach his or her full potential.

He said that the DAIN project also aim to work with the National Assembly to ensure that a law for the Combat of Autism

and an Expanded Promise for Individuals Living with Autism was passed in Nigeria.

He therefore called for increased autism awareness creation and support for the fight against autism.

Dr. Monday Solomon, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, NISA Premier Hospital, Abuja, said that individuals with autism have enormous potentials.

According to Solomon early recognition, intervention and assistance would help the children have a better chance of being integrated in the mainstream education.

Dr. Doris Izuwah, Clinical Director OLG Health Foundation, said that autism has no known cause at the moment but environmental factors, not attending antenatal during pregnancy or prolonged labour could lead to autism.

Izuwah also urged parents with special needs children not to give up on their kids as patience and perseverance was key in defeating the defect.

strategy is a pointer that the nation would go far if it did not matter who took the credit.

The FCT Press Corps chairman noted that governance is a partnership between the citizens and government, charging that the burden of law should not be tipped so much against the government that it is always left to carry the can for erring citizens.

His words: “For far too long, the media has tended to give so much liberties to erring citizens. The citizens are not infallible and should be held accountable when need arises.”

He stressed that it is unfair to manipulate one stakeholder whether the government or the governed.

“For the nation to make progress, both the government and the governed must recognize their re-

sponsibilities and do their bit,” he said, while urging the media to support the policies and efforts of the administration to restore the dream of Abuja as a model that Nigerians would be proud of.

During the occasion, the FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello, expressed the readiness of the Administration to address concerns of residents over reports of highhandedness made on some members of the taskforce.

He stressed that FCTA would investigate reports of such cases with a view to reining in any excesses found on any task team official while pleading with the residents to be law abiding and to support the efforts of the Administration to stem the nuisance and deviant behaviours in the FCT.

FCT Press Corps chair tasks media on good governance ÏÏÏThe Chairman, Federal Capi-

tal Territory (FCT) Ministerial Press Corps, Mr. Ikharo Attah, has canvassed for the necessity for media practitioners to hold both the government and the governed accountable in the enterprise of governance.

Mr. Ikharo Attah made this call during his remarks at the media briefing held by the FCT Minster, Muhammad Musa Bello, to commemorate his two years in office.

Attah commended the FCT minister for showing courage to embark on a paradigm shift by driving ongoing projects to completion which, according to him, “has attracted the admiration of many FCT stakeholders including past and present leaders.”

He alluded that the Minister’s

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Finnish minister lauds FCT hospital

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world class facilities and services obtainable in hospitals owned by Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) have attracted the attention of Finnish Minister of Foreign Trade and Development, Mr. Kai Mykkanen.

During a visit and inspection of facilities in the post-natal ward, labour ward and family planning clinic of Maitama District Hospital, which was recently renovated by United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the Finnish minister applauded what he saw on ground.

He said Finland has been one of the donors to UNFPA for decades and so he decided to visit the healthcare facility to see things for himself.

Expressing satisfaction with the hospital’s state-of-the-art facilities, Mr. Mykkanen stated that the Finnish government was planning to increase funding to UNFPA in the future and to work with the latter’s team in Nigeria, to achieve more milestones.

Mr. Mykkanen added that the finance is actually ‘’pretty small support’’ but he was surprised at the significant increase in hospital services the money helped engineer, a development, he noted, had attracted more people to access healthcare services.

Also speaking on the occasion, Secretary, FCT Health and Human Services Secretariat, Barrister Amanda Pam, who was represented by the General Manager, FCT Hospitals Management Board, Dr. Aminu Mai, expressed the Administration’s readiness to work with international donors and the UN to enhance FCT’s health care delivery system.

Welcoming the Minister earlier, the Medical Director, Maitama District Hospital, Dr. Sikirat Sotimiehin, expressed the management’s deep appreciation to the government and people of Finland for the facelift and their support in ensuring the hospital maintains its status as a centre of excellence in FCT.

FCTA marks Patience Jonathan’s property for demolition …Says the structure violates master plan Stories by Idu Jude, Abuja

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on a large expanse of land, opposite the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) headquarters in Jabi,Abuja, said to belong to Nigeria’s former First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, has been marked for possible demolition.

Authorities in Development Control, a department under the Abuja Metropolitan Management Council (AMAC), revealed that the multi-billion naira property was a contravention of development control laws in the FCT, as it was sitting on a green area.

One of the directors, who spoke to us under condition of anonymity, during our investigation said: “We have served them notice to

stop further development of the property and produce necessary approvals within six days before resuming work, failure to do which, we will be left with no option but to remove the whole property.

Referring to the former first Lady’s property, the director said: “That place is a green area, and the property on it looks like a hotel. And you can imagine the deceit there, the signboard outside the property indicates that it is a foundation or an NGO home (A. Aruera Reach out Foundation/ Women for Chang and Development Initiative), but the real property inside is something else.”

The source also alleged that an FCTA official, a certain Deputy Director of the department, who visited the place last month

for inspection, was assaulted by thugs on the orders of the former First Lady who initiated the assault with a slap before the thugs swarmed on him.

The Deputy Director while confirming the assault allegations, also collaborated the source, insisting that all structures that contravene the development guidelines would surely be removed irrespective of the position of their owners in the society, advising the highly placed in Nigeria to set example by abiding to the laws of the land.

All efforts to get either the former First Lady or her representative were not successful, as the security personnel manning the building did not volunteer information on their contacts or whereabouts.

AEPB tasks FCT residents on proper disposal of liquid waste ÏÏÏThe

Abuja Environmental Protection Board (AEPB) has urged the residents of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to properly dispose of their liquid waste in order to protect humans and their environment.

Mr. Muktar Ibrahim, Head of AEPB’s Information and Outreach Unit, gave the advice in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Abuja.

He stressed that proper disposal of liquid waste would involve suitable treatment, recycling and re-use of the waste.

“I, therefore, call on Nigerians, especially the residents of FCT, to take this message home and ensure that their liquid waste is properly disposed of so as to ensure its treatment, recycling and re-use.

“Some of the targets of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are to reach everyone with the sanitation message and to halve the proportion of untreated wastewater to boost recycling and safe re-use.

“For that to be achieved, everyone’s waste should be contained, transported, treated and disposed of in a safe, sustainable way.

“Therefore, to also achieve the SDGs, tangible efforts should be made to ensure proper packaging, disposal and re-

use of waste,’’ he said.

Ibrahim said globally, about 1.8 billion of people relied on unwholesome sources of drinking water with no protection against contamination from substances like faeces.

He said that 80 per cent of the wastewater generated by the society usually flowed back into the ecosystem without being treated or recycled.

He said that open defecation was also a problem in the FCT, adding that most of the houses in the satellite communities had no toilets.

Ibrahim said that the toilets in some neighbourhoods were even connected to nearby streams or water courses, thereby affecting human and aquatic lives.

He underscored the need for good sanitation systems, saying that if human waste was not disposed of properly, it could trigger outbreak of diseases in the society.

He said that the progresses made in efforts to promote human health and child survival were seriously undermined via indiscriminate disposal of waste.

Ibrahim, however, called on the stakeholders to support government in its efforts to boost the people’s access to potable water and protect the environment from filth.

FCT Permanent Secretary, Mr. Christian Chinyeaka Ohaa (right) with the Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, during the 2017 – 2018 legal year celebration in Abuja…recently

We’ll not tolerate open defecation in Jabi Motor Park- FCTA ÏÏÏThe Federal Capital Territory

Administration (FCTA) on Sunday said it would no longer tolerate the practice of open defecation in Jabi Motor Park, as measures were on to construct more toilets.

Mr Jibrin Shaba, Director, Community Development and Chieftaincy Affairs, FCTA, said this at an event to commemorate the 2017 World Toilet Day organised by the National Task Group on Sanitation (NTGS) in Abuja.

He said that the hygiene situation of the park was worrisome as it was also a cause of concern to the administration.

“Open defecation is so rampant here, it’s so bad, when we complete the toilets, enforcement will begin, the practice of open defecation here is an eye sore, FCTA will not tolerate this practice anymore.

“We are also calling on the transport operators to use the available

toilets, why would people resort to defecating in the open, when we came in here today, the smell is unbearable. ” Shaba said access to public toilets is key to ending open defecation, adding that there was the need for citizens to take ownership of their hygiene to prevent diseases and illnesses.

Mrs. Elizabeth Ugoh, NTGA Representative, said the World Toilet Day is an avenue to create awareness on importance of access to sanitation and toilets.

Ugoh said Hand washing is key to breaking the cycle of illnesses and disease transmission, adding that the negative impact of faecaloral transmission of diseases on food and water can be reduced.

She said building and using toilets at all times had a greater value and advantage to manpower development and overall hygiene promotion.

The representative added that the federal ministry of water resources has committed to ending open defecation practices with the implementation of the National Roadmap on Ending Open defecation by 2025 and hygiene promotion campaigns.

Mr. Nature Obiakor, Coordinator, Youth Water Sanitation and Hygiene, an NGO, said the group was working to raise the profile of sanitation and in the FCT through continuous advocacy.

He said the Toilet for All Campaign was focused on encouraging citizens to take ownership of scaling up hygiene and sanitation by ensuring that they build and use their toilets.

“We are carrying out advocacy to ensure government at all levels to invest more in building toilets in public places such as schools, markets, churches, mosques and parks.”

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NASS begins debate on 2018 Budget next week

... as Reps moves to probe sale of N20bn PHCN non-core assets Henry Omunu, Olufemi Samuel, Abuja

The National Assembly is set to begin debates on the N8.612 trillion 2018 Budget presented to it by President Muhammadu Buhari, two weeks ago.

While the Senate has said it would commence debate on the budget on November 28 through 29, the House of Representatives said it would begin its own debate on November 28.

The Senate President, Bukola Saraki, who made this known during the Plenary, said debate said on the budget will now hold by next week.

Recall that President Buhari had, on November 7th, 2017 presented

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the N8. 612 trn 2018 Budget to the joint session of the National Assembly, in Abuja.

According to Saraki, November 28 and 29 would be devoted to the debate on the 2018 budget, while November 30 would be for the debate on revenue and expenditure budget of FGN on enterprise and agencies Also, the Senate, on Wednesday, postponed its scheduled debate on the 2018 budget filed before it by President Muhammadu Buhari, anchoring reason for that on the need to pass the 2018-2020 Medium Term Expenditure Frameworks (MTEF).

He said, “There is need to pass the MTEF, which we hope should be laid on Wednesday and be passed this week,” He disclosed also that the delay of debate on budget was also to enable sufficient time for submission of budgets by agencies of the government.

Saraki, however urged his colleagues to get hold of all relevant documents on the budget including, “revenue and expenditure of FGN owned enterprise and agencies, the consolidated 2016 implementation report, budget implementation report for first quarter

2017 and second quarter 2017, as well as budget volume one and two.

In another development, President Muhammadu Buhari has withheld accent to the bills seeking to establish the Federal University Wukari, Taraba State and the Chattered Institute for Treasury Management.

Buhari’s conveyed his decision to the Senate in a letter read by the Senate President Bukola Saraki during Tuesday’s plenary.

According to President Buhari, the decision was motivated by the inappropriate use of words and undefined phrases in contained in the two bills. He hinged his position to decline accent to the bills on section 54(4) of the Constitution.

In a related development, the president also forwarded for consideration three executive bills including bill; for the establishment of federal institute for industrial research, natural medicine development agency and the bill for the repeal and re-enactment Act of Raw Material Research and Development Council.

Meanwhile, the representatives of the Ministry of Finance, Federal

Inland Revenue Services (FIRS), Budget office and others met with appropriate Committees of the Senate on speedy passage of the 2018-20 MTEF Also, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yussuf Lasun on Tuesday, announced that the House will commence debate on the general principles of the 2018 Appropriation Bill of N8.612 trillion from November 28.

Lasun, while announcing the date for the commencement of debate on the budget during Plenary, said that the debate would be concluded on November 30.

He added that the conclusion of the budget debate will be followed by the conduct of a public hearing scheduled for December 4.

According to him, “members are to indicate the date they wish to contribute to the debate as there is need for us to participate actively and ensure that the bill is given expeditious attention.”

The Deputy Speaker, however, urged lawmakers to ensure they receive copies of the 2018 budget proposal presented by President Muhammadu Buhari to the joint session of the National Assembly.

Some financial experts on Tuesday urged the Federal Government to create window of opportunities for the manufacturing sector to sustain the present Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth.

They stated this in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos, while reacting to the third quarter GDP figure released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), on Monday.

They said that there was the need to strengthen the manufacturing sector to move the economy from being oil dependent.

Professor of Economics, Department of Economics, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Sheriffdeen Tella, said that government should assist the sector by providing cheap credit for operation and expansion.

Tella said that access to cheap funds would not be feasible without downward review of the interest rate by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

“This cannot happen as long as the CBN keeps the interest rate high and allow people to continue to invest in financial instruments for quick returns that cannot grow the economy’’ Tella said.

He stated that the growth in GDP to 1.48 per cent should not be surprising because the price of oil had been rising.

Tella said that the country was not yet moving away from oil dominated economy, noting that economic fundamentals had not changed from pre-depression.

“We are not yet moving away from oil dominated economy. This is not good for the economy as any crisis in the oil sector again will be catastrophic,’’ Tella added.

The Chief Operating Officer, InvestData Ltd., Mr. Ambrose Omordion, said that the financial sector should be strengthened and encouraged to lend to the real sector to sustain economic growth and development.

Omordion said that the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the apex bank should reduce interest rate and stabilise the foreign exchange rate market by achieving single rate for the nation.

He stated that infrastructure development needs of the country such as power and good roads network, among others should be addressed quickly to boost productivity.

It was gathered that data released by NBS on Nov. 20, showed that the nation’s economy recorded a growth of 1.40 per cent in the third quarter of 2017.

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NPA seeks collaboration with Navy, NIMASA over insecurity Amaka Agbu, Port Harcourt

Following the insecurity plaguing the nation’s sea ports, the Nigerian Ports Authority NPA has sought the collaboration of the Nigeria Navy, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, and other relevant agencies to tackle the menace to its barest minimum.

Speaking at the Onne Ports Complex, near Port Harcourt, Rivers State, yesterday, during a stakeholders’ meeting, the Managing Director of the authority, Hadiza Bala Usman, noted that NIMASA would purchase more vessels very soon to tackle the security menace and also urged the Nigeria Navy do more to help NPA out the threat considering the benefits of the Authority to the Navy and the general public.

Usman, who was represented by the Executive Director Marine Operations, Chief Sokonte Davies, disclosed that she initiated the forum because of belief in dialogue informing further that it had become a policy in the authority to carry out such an interactive session in all the nation’s ports on quarterly basis, with a view to identifying problems of stakeholders and at the same time proffer solutions.

“When clients are happy, businesses boom and there are more returns. We will ensure that things are done properly. We should also do our best to eliminate irrelevant bottle necks in our transactions. We will review payments for businesses not concluded,” she assured.

In his welcome address, the Ports Manager, Alhassan Ismaila Abubakar, noted that the NPA was acting in line with the presidential directive to ease business transactions at the port and observed that the NPA has resolve to ensure transparency in order to eradicate sharp practices inimical to efficiency as well as enhance bussiness in the ports industry.

L-R: United Nations Industrial Development Organization, (UNIDO) , Quality Infrastructure & International Trade Expert, Mr. Simeon Umukoro; Head, Quality Control, Abuja Commodity Exchange, Dr. Khadijat Abdulazeez; Chief Technical Adviser, UNIDO, Dr. Shaunkat H. Malik; and Director General, National Productivity Center, Abuja, Dr. Kashim Akor during a press conference on National Quality Awards in Lagos…on Tuesday. Photo: Wale Akinola

NAFDAC seizes contraband in Onitsha

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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Monday, uncovered 30 different banned and unregistered products worth millions of naira in Onitsha, Anambra State, an official has said.

Mrs. Christiana Essenwa, a Deputy Director of NAFDAC, said this when she conducted journalists round the uncompleted building where the contraband were discovered.

She listed some of the banned products to include rice, vegetable oil, tomato paste, tomato ketchup and toi-

let and medicated soaps.

The list includes, among others, dairy products, hand wash, creams, cosmetics, toothpaste, furniture, plastic products, electrical cables and textiles imported in a 40-foot container.

Essenwa expressed concern that in spite of the Federal Government’s ban, some businessmen ignored the hazards the banned products pose to unsuspecting consumers.

“These contraband items are written in foreign language; it is difficult for consumers to know the content of the products, making it hazardous for consumers in the country.

“For instance, these foreign toothpastes contain saccha-

rine which is not allowed in the country; the vegetable oils do not have the eye logo, signifying that they are fortified with vitamin A. “We are going to confiscate every item and get them ready for destruction,” Essenwa said.

She said some of the seized products such as textiles, cables and plastics also required the involvement of the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) to certify the authenticity of the items.

The deputy director said the discovery was made following a tip-off and urged the public to be circumspect before picking products on display in the market.

“Check whether they have NAFDAC registration number; whether the labelling is alright, whether it was written in foreign language, manufacturing address and of course, the expiry date,” Essenwa said.

Also speaking, an industrialist, Mr Steve Evans, the Manager of Evans Industries Limited, decried the importation of fake products into the country, describing the act as “economic sabotage”.

Evans, urged the FG to step up its surveillance on fake products being dumped in the country.

N-Power: Job portal opens for Nigerian youths Adesola Afolabi, with Agency report

The applicants for the 2017 N-Power, the employment scheme of the Federal Government can now start checking their pre-selection status on the portal, www.npower.gov.ng/n-power/ check.

The N-Power Volunteer Corps is part of the FG’s Social Investment Programmes, SIP, under which it plans to hire 300,000 unemployed graduates in 2017.

After a brief silence, N-Power reopened its portal on Monday night to the applicants.

A check in the N-power portal revealed that applicants can

check their status either with their phone number or Bank Verification Number, BVN. A statement from the N-power official Facebook page read: “You will recall that we shared that 2017 applicants can check their pre-selection status today (Monday) from 11.30pm.Below is how to check your pre-selection status.”

Log on to www.npower.gov. ng Click on ‘Check your preselection status’; In the search box, type in your name or phone number or Email address or BVN, If you have been selected, your name will pop up, You will receive an SMS and email congratulating on your pre-selection, Next, you prepare for physical verification

between November 27th-December 8th, 2017 On its official Twitter handle, @npower_ng, N-Power provided call lines and advised applicants to call in if they have issues.

The duration of the programme is two years and participants will undergo an initial induction training prior to deployment.

The N-power portal, which first went live on June 11, 2016, recorded over 400,000 successful registrations with the selection and engagement of 200,000 unemployed graduates as the first batch of the half a million the President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration plans to hire for the 2-year paid volunteer job programme.

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L-R: Nathalie Ebo; Associate Partner, Sahel Capital; Josephine Nzerem, Country Representative, Nigeria, Ashoka; Franklin Ngwu, Faculty, Lagos Business School (LBS), Pan African University; Raymond Mgbeokwere, General Counsel, First Bank of Nigeria Limited (FirstBank); Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals; and Chinwe Ajene-Sagna; Head, West Africa, Jones Lang LaSalle Nigeria at the 2017 International Sustainability Conference sponsored by the FirstBank Sustainability Centre in Lagos…on Tuesday

PTAD pays 33 per cent pension arrears to beneficiaries

Mathew Dadiya, Abuja

The Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate PTAD, on Tuesday, said that it has paid all pensioners under the Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS) another installment of the 33% arrears owed.

In a statement by the Deputy Director of Communication, Mr. Emma Okondo, PTAD said that the categories of pensioners that benefited are Police pensioners, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps and parastatals’ pensioners.

According to the directorate, the police were paid 12 months’ installment bring the number of months of areas so far paid to 24 months with an outstanding of 18 months.

While the Civil Service pensioners were paid 6 months’ installment, making the number of months paid to date to 30 months with a 12 months outstanding.

The parastat-

Henry Omunu, Abuja

The House of Representatives on Tuesday resolved to investigate the over N20billion expended by the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) on the Turn Around Maintenance (TAM) of the nation’s four refineries and the current production status of the refineries.

This resolution was sequel to the adoption of the motion sponsored by

al pensioners received six months’ installment bringing the number of months paid to 18 with the highest outstanding of 36 months.

However, PTAD maintained that all pensioners under Customs, Immigration and Prison Pensions Departments, had already been paid the 33% arrears in full since August 2016.

The latest payment was made from the Service Wide Vote released last week by the Federal Ministry of Finance.

The directorate assured the pensioners that it would settle the outstanding arrears of the 33% increment as soon as additional releases are made.

The agency also appealed to pensioners to be patient and continue to exercise vigilance against the activities of “fraudsters and rabble-rousers.”

“Always remember that the payment of pension and other retirement benefits is free,” the statement added.

Olufemi Samuel, Abuja

The Senate, on Tuesday, berated the N8.612 trillion 2018 Budget, saying that it would end up like that of 2017. The Senate said that it was worried that the budget could be poorly implemented.

The Senate, while justifying its position, queried some critical projections used in the budget proposals as contained in the 2018 -2020 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper( FSP).

Specifically, the Red Chambers of the National Assembly, had expressed dismay over the omission by the executive arm on the budget, wherein it made revenue projection similar to the 2017 budget, which it said failed woefully in meeting its projection of N807bn independent revenue out of the N7.444trn it proposed.

Theseisues came to the fore when the Senate Committee on Finance, headed by Senator John Enoh ( APC Cross River Central ), held a meeting with government representatives.

The anomaly on projections in the proposed budget came when the Minister of State for Budget and National Planning,

Senate dismisses 2018 Budget, collision likely with FG Ïd ƕ ƄƑƗ ƆƐ ƅ Ɛ ƈ unrealistic projections Mrs. Zainab Ahmed, the Director General of Budget Office, Mr. Ben Akabueze; and other top government officials in the financial sector made presentations on the MTEF document to members of the Senate’s Joint Committee on MTEF and FSP. The minister also hinted that the government may not be able to meet its revenue projections fully in the next fiscal year, because of revenue shortfall since most of the agencies that generate revenue for the government have not been meeting up with what was expected of them.

A member of the Senate committee, Senator Ibrahim Danbaba (APC Sokoto South), had faulted the executive arm for making what he described as unrealistic revenue projections in its yearly budget proposals as contained in the MTEF, which was earlier presented to the National Assembly.

“For example, on independent

NNPC: Reps to probe $20bn TAM on refineries Rep. Ibrahim Ayokunle Isiaka, who drew attention the huge resources spent by the Federal Government on rehabilitating the refineries without any positive results.

He declared that Nigeria remains the only Oil Producing Exporting Country (OPEC) member state that imports refined petroleum products to meet her domestic demand, even

when it has state- owned refineries.

Ayokunle expressed dismay that despite the fact that the government had expended over $20bn on rehabilitating the affected refineries with a combined refining output of 445,000 barrels per day, the Port Harcourt, Warri and Kaduna refineries have remained in a state of disrepair, averaging a dismal 11 per cent capacity

utilization.

He said the refineries have the worst performance record in Africa, when compared to 81 per cent and 85 per cent respectively, achieved by refineries located in Egypt and South Africa.

“A whopping $300million, $57m, $200m and lately, more than N264bn had been spent on maintenance of

revenue projections alone, in 2017, only N155bn have been realised out of the projected N807bn, representing 74% failure; and yet; as stated in the document, the same projection of N807bn is made for independent revenue generation in the 2018 budget estimates aside other unrealistic ones revenue from Value Added Tax, VAT, where the Federal Government had recorded 47% failure in the 2017 budget, etc.

“These yearly unrealistic projections are clearly responsible for poor budget implementation on yearly basis; and must be stopped in form of reviewing of the projections, “ he said.

Ahmed had earlier hinted the lawmakers of some some adjustments made in the MTEF and FSP documents before the 2018 budget estimates were presented to the National Assembly by President Muhammadu Buhari.

the refineries, yet it was reported that the NNPC is seeking for $1.8bn to carry out another Turn Around Maintenance (TAM) to make the refineries attractive to investors,” he added.

The lawmaker said that it is worrisome that only the President, Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote has put his refining license to use by building a private refinery in the country, while government appears incapacitated in revoking the licenses given to other corporate bodies and individuals to construct refineries.

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President of American Academy of Arts and Sciences, Jonathan Fanton (L), welcoming the former Governor of Cross Rivers, Donald Duke (2nd, r), to the 40th Anniversary Dinner of Nigerian Academy of Science (NAS), in Abuja, on Wednesday . With them are: President of NAS, Prof. Mosto Onuoha (m) and Vice President of NAS, Prof. Ekanem Braide (r).

Diamond Bank names Ubosi as non-executive director Diamond Bank Plc, Nigeria’s tier -2 bank and systemic important bank in Nigeria, has appointed a Daily Times Nigeria’ Heroes award winner, Mr. Chris Ubosi, as non- executive director in the board of the financial institution.

According to the bank, his appointment became effective from November 3, 2017 and that Ubosi’s experience and expertise, the bank said will help maintain the Bank’s strong commitment to the highest governance standards and help support our continued success as Nigeria’s fastest growing retail bank. Chairman of Diamond Bank, Dr. Chris Ogbechie, commenting on the appointment, said: “I am extremely elated that Mr. Ubosi will be joining Diamond Bank’s Board, as he brings with him a wealth of experience to the Board.

Ubosi holds a B.Sc. in Quantity Surveying from the University of Ife and an M.Sc. from the University of Lagos. Ubosi has over twenty years’ experience in the Built Environment, Telecommunications and Broadcasting Industries.

He has been actively involved in private Radio Broadcasting in Nigeria since 1993. Chris is a pioneer in private broadcasting and new media, having run, operated and consulted severally for various top private radio stations in the country.

He consulted for the Federal Government in the establishment of 32 digital stations Nationwide. Chris is the founder and CEO of Megalectrics Limited, which operates 12 radio stations in Nigeria.

Commenting on his appointment, Ubosi said: “I am delighted to be joining Diamond Bank’s board and look forward to sharing my knowledge and expertise to assist the bank redefine Nigeria’s 21st century economy.

FCMB yet to deliver Q3 2017 result 40 days to Q1 2018 Stories by Bonny Amadi

Barely about four weeks to the end of the 2017 financial year, the FCMB groups was yet to deliver its 2017 third quarter 2017 unaudited financial statement for the period ended 30th September, 2017. Daily Times Nigeria recalls that the quoted companies on the Exchange are required to file their quarterly accounts within 30 days after the end of the quarter in accordance with Appendix 111 of the Listing Rules.

In the NSE’s X-Compliance, as at the end of trading on Tuesday, 21 November, 2017, showed that FCMB group featured as the only company in the Q3 interim account report submission default and a tag of minimum regulatory filling (MRF).

It will be recalled that the bank stated shortly after releasing its 2017 H1 result,

stated that improvement in interest income and fees and commission in H1 was dampened by high interest cost regime, high non-earning assets in CRR, drop in FX income as well as lower than expected recoveries while increase in CRR despite reduction in deposits continues to reduce liquidity as well as earnings capacity. The bank’s liquidity ratio stands at 30.1% in Q2 2017 from 31.9% in Q1 2017.

However, continued automation investments and cost optimization by the bank led to a 5 per cent QoQ reduction in OPEX, while improvement was recorded in the bank’s investment banking arm particularly brokerage and asset management businesses as capital market activities picked up slightly during the quarter.

All group entities were profitable in 2Q17, except, Microfinance bank, which is expected

to be profitable at full year.

Banking group saw 77 per cent PBT decline YoY, while income analysis revealed that QoQ decline in earnings caused decline in other income as higher yields on earning assets were doused by rising cost of funds.

Key performance indicators of the bank in H1 2017 showed that Capital improved marginally, cost of risk remained flat, however, profitability ratios declined while liquidity was tight, albeit above regulatory minimum. Loans declined marginally by 1 per cent QoQ while increase in CRR in spite of drop in customers deposits suggests technical “excess” in cash reserve of N23bn.

The bank, in first half 2017, recorded 7.6 per cent decline in deposits due to personal banking fixed deposits moving to Treasury bills and improved foreign exchange liquidity.

Group accuses SEC boss of corruption, petitions Reps Henry Omunu, Abuja

The Centre for Anti- Corruption &’Open Leadership (CACOL) on Tuesday petitioned the House of Representatives accusing the Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Munir Gwarzo, of corruption.

The group has therefore demanded that he be investigated; and if found wanting, be prosecuted by anti-graft agencies.

A petition on Gwarzo’s alleged corrupt activists at the SEC was formally forwarded to the House of Representatives by CACOL. Briefing journalists on the petition, Executive Chairman of the group, Debo Adeniran disclosed that Gwarzo was engaging in corrupt activities in connivance with his family members and close associates who he uses as fronts to execute contracts that don’t comply with due process.

He listed some of the recent corrupt activities of the SEC’s henchman to include, forceful payment of N104million severance to himself; whereas, he is still in the service of the commission.

Emerging challenge triggers NSE’s minors’ custodian account updating The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) has intensified effort in bettering rules for minors’ custodian accounts in the bourse.

This is aimed at ensuring that people of different age brackets are not left out of its wealth creation prowess and financial empowerment.

This was however, further driven by emerging challenges in the existing rules, which has reinforced the need to block all existing lacuna, in the prevailing rules on custodian accounts for minors.

Towards achieving a robust legal framework, the Exchange recently called for inputs into new regulation concerning opening, operation, and closure of brokerage accounts for adolescents or investors under

the age of 18.

The Exchange said that the guidelines are to define “custodial account for minors, custodian’s qualifications, rights and responsibilities, KYC (Know-You-Customer) requirements, joint custodians, disputing custodians, custodian’s powers and functions, conversion of account, maintenance of records, notification of obligations, conduct of custodians, and sanctions.”

General Counsel and Head of Regulation at the NSE, Tinuade Awe, in a signed notice on the need for enhancing such regulatory requirement by the NSE, said that such judicial requirement became necessary, following “a complaint received from an investor alleging

the unauthorized sale of securities belonging to both the investor and her son, who is a Minor, by the investor’s estranged husband,” A review of the Rules and Regulations Governing Dealing Members indicated that there are no existing rules that address the subject, as a result of which the NSE noted the need “to introduce a framework regarding brokerage accounts for Minors, in order to provide guidance for Dealing Members and investors who wish to operate such brokerage accounts for Minors.”

Also, the NSE said it has observed an increase in the violation of its Rule 1.15 prohibiting dealing member firms (stockbrokers) from offering and engaging in “any form of

guaranteed returns on investment in securities.”

Given the huge risks involved and noting the lack of any sanction for violation which has led to significant loss of investment and investor confidence in the capital market, the proposed amendment seeks to introduce sanctions for violation of the Rule, to enable stakeholders be part of the rule making process via a review of the draft Rules.

A notice by the NSE set a deadline of Monday, December 18, 2017, for submission of such comments, just as the draft rules “are subject to the approval of the National Council of The Exchange, and the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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B5 Money Market Currency in circulation hits N1.79trn in October

.L-R: Head, Quality Control, Abuja Commodity Exchange, Dr. Khadijat Abdulazeez; Chief Technical Adviser, UNIDO, Dr. Shaunkat H. Malik; and Director General, National, Productivity Center, Abuja, Dr. Kashim Akor during a press conference on National Quality Awards in Lagos…on Tuesday. Photo: WaleAkinola

MPC uncertainty: Investor & Exporter FX window turnover declines to $78.5m Stories by Motolani Oseni The continuous uncertainty surrounding the likely outcome of the last Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for 2017, has pushed Importer & Exporter FX daily turnover down to $78.5 million as at end of Tuesday’s trading activities, compared to $346.90m sold on Monday. The I&E FX window, began yesterday’s trading at N359.51 to the US Dollar, against 359.75 sold the previous day, as well as the closing rate of 359.87 per dollar compared to 360.42 traded on Monday.

Although, the held its benchmark interest rate at 14 per cent at the end of its two days’ meeting on Tuesday, saying that the recovery of Africa’s biggest economy from its first recession in a

generation remained fragile.

However, the local currency, at the official forex market traded flat at 305.90, the same rate it exchanged on Monday, but better than 305.95 traded to the US Dollar on Friday.

At the parallel market, the local currency closed at an appreciable rate of 364 per dollar, slightly stronger than 365 sold on Monday, while Pound sterling remained unchanged at 476 and 426 to the Euro, weaker than 425 settled during the weekend.

Meanwhile, the Governor of Central Bank, Godwin Emefiele, after the MPC meeting, said that eight committee members had voted to hold the main rate, while one voted for a cut. All other policy parameters were kept unchanged.

“Inflation in particular requires very close monitoring to

gain clarity on the medium-term optimum path of monetary policy,” Emefiele told a news conference.

The OPEC member’s economy shrank by 1.5 percent in 2016, its first annual contraction in 25 years. The recession was largely caused by low oil prices since the country relies on crude oil sales for around two-thirds of government revenue.

Inflation is slowing but remained at an elevated 16 per cent on an annual basis in October. At the media conference Governor Emefiele said he was optimistic consumer price-growth would moderate to one-digit levels in 2018.

Financial experts, who spoke on the likely outcome of the committee, had said that the MPC cannot relax monetary policy for now because it may completely affect the micro economy stability that has been achieved so far.

The Managing Director/CEO, Highcap Security Ltd, David Adorin, said:“May be if the inflation rate decline to a single digit to about nine or so, then there would be bases for the MPC to relax the benchmark interest rate.

“But at it is now, the changes is not material. So, I don’t foresee any changes in monetary policy”, he said.

Adorin, further explained that the benchmark interest rate monitors the inflation rate and the fact that the inflation rate is currently at double digit, adding that it will difficult for the MPC to change the MPR.

The total currency in circulation as at end of October, 2017, has increased to N1.79 trillion against recorded figure of N1.78trn in September; data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has showed.

The new figure, base on month-onmonth (m-o-m), grew by 0.6 per cent, even though the Nigerian currency in circulation was estimated at N1.86trn in August 2017, 5.6 per cent increase over N1.76trn it had reported in July.

The currency in circulation, which is the physical money used for transactions between consumers and businesses, had opened 2017 at N1.99trn and closed in February at N1.97trn, both retaining highest currency in circulation.

However, the apex bank’s total assets hits N22trn, a 2.3 per cent m-om increase over N21.6trn in prior month, while total deposits rose by 4.6 per cent to N18.1trn from N17.3trn in August.

The depository corporations’ survey for September thus showed a 0.47per cent m-o-m increase in Broad Money to N21.95trn in September – as Net Foreign Assets (NFA) increased m-o-m by 3.26per cent to N10.05trn, thus offsetting a m-o-m 1.77per cent fall in Net Domestic Assets (NDA) to N11.90trn.

On asset creation, the increase in NDA resulted from a 0.61per cent m-o-m rise in Net Domestic Credit (NDC) to N26.98trn, accompanied by a 2.58per cent increase in Other Liabilities (net) to N15.08trn.

A breakdown of NDC showed a 2.89per cent m-o-m increase in Credit to the Government to N4.46trn, which significantly outpaced the 0.11per cent increase in Credit to the Private sector to N22.02trn, as the public sector continued to crowd-out the private sector.

The mild growth in credit to the private sector was, in part, informed by decreasing appetite for risk assets by lenders in the face of high yield safe assets. Increase in Broad Money also followed a 0.59per cent m-o-m decline in Quasi Money (near maturing short term financial instruments) to N11.89trn, accompanied by a 1.75per cent rise in Narrow Money to N10.06trn of which Demand Deposits increased by 3.12per cent to N8.63trn.

Access Bank wins multiple SERA awards Access Bank has emerged multiple award winner at the Sustainability, Enterprise and Responsibility Awards (SERAs). The awards also included: Best Company In Climate Action; Most Outstanding CSR Practitioner Of The Year – received by Omobolanle Victor-Laniyan, Head, Sustainability at Access Bank; Sustainability Champion of the Year – given to Dr. Herbert Wigwe, GMD/CEO, Access Bank, among many others. The lender, also, clicked best company CSR// Sustainability West Africa; and the highest honour of the night – The Most Social-

ly Responsible Company of The Year (Overall Winner).

These awards were presented to the bank in recognition of its strong sustainability ethos, and its progress and commitment to embedding sustainability in its business operations whilst driving sustainable development across communities it serves.

The annual event, which was held recently in Lagos, meant to promote, measure and harmonize the contributions of the public and was attended by Liyel Imoke, Former Governor, Cross River State who gave the Keynote address, Princess Adejoke

Orelope-Adefulire, the Special Assistant to the President on the SDGs, CEOs of leading institutions, senior executives and other Sustainability Professionals.

Receiving the ‘Most Socially Responsible Company of The Year (Overall Winner)’, Roosevelt Ogbonna, the Group Deputy Managing Director of Access Bank, said that, ‘Access Bank has continued to champion responsible investing, innovative health initiatives, environmental protection and financial inclusion. We will remain committed to driving Sustainable development locally and globally

as it is a necessity for all institutions to.’

In receiving the award for ‘Sustainability Champion of the Year’ on behalf of Dr. Herbert Wigwe, Roosevelt Ogbonna, the Group Deputy Managing Director, Access Bank said ‘I am honoured to lead a bank that is committed to building a lasting and profitable financial institution that operates in a manner that will not compromise the ability of future generations to live in healthy environments and prosperous communities’.

In July 2017, Access Bank emerged as the winner of the prestigious Karlsruhe

Sustainable Finance award for “Outstanding Business Sustainability Achievement” in Germany, winning for the second time in a row, becoming the first African financial institution to do so.

In August 2017, Access Bank was also named the ‘Most Sustainable Bank, Nigeria’ at the World Finance Awards 2017, becoming a four time consecutive winner of this award.

These global and local recognitions on sustainability awarded to Access Bank demonstrates the progress made by the institution in leading the Nigerian Financial industry towards sustainable finance whilst driving communities to achieve the global sustainable development goals

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NAMA boss charges ANSPs on SMS The Managing Director of the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), Capt. Fola Akinkuotu has charged Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) in the African and Indian Ocean Region (AFI Region) to freely embrace and implement the International Civil Aviation (ICAO) Council Resolution on the formation of peer groups by ANSPs for the periodic review of their Safety Management Systems (SMS) implementation levels.

Giving this charge at the opening of a two-day peer review meeting of AFI ANSP Peer Review Team 3, which held at the agency’s headquarters in Lagos, Akinkuotu said only an effective peer review of safety systems and procedures among ANSPs in the region could enable Africa to build upon its rising safety profile and the make the continent more competitive in the global aviation industry. Akinkuotu, who was represented by the Director of Safety Electronics and Engineering Services, Engr. Farouk Umar said the time had come for African ANSPs to harmonize and synergize their safety systems and procedures by bringing members up to speed with industry best practices with the ultimate goal of achieving a single African sky.

The NAMA boss assured members of the peer review team that “NAMA as a state ANSP shares the same concerns with ICAO and its allies, including the Civil Air Navigation Service Organization (CANSO) and International Air Transport Association (IATA); and is also committed to ensuring the envisaged benefits of the peer review programme are fully actualized.”

He called on members to “feel free to criticize the agency’s SMS implementation strengths and weaknesses, as this exercise would serve as a learning curve in our quest to step up our SMS effective implementation level.”

Earlier in her remarks, the Director of African Affairs, Civil Air Navigation Services Organization (CANSO), Ms. Boni Dibante noted that the objective of the peer review mechanism among ANSPs was to address some of the challenges ANSPs in the AFI region are facing stressing that, “effective implementation would enable us to standardize our safety management systems and all the other areas of operations which have been identified by ICAO; and the result of this, we are hoping, will bring us to maturity level.”

Alhaji Sanni, Airport Manager, Abuja

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Experts put minimum fleet for AOC issuance at 20 aircraft

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo

For efficiency, safety and optimum standards, aviation professionals in the country have called for regulatory consolidation process that increases the minimum fleet for AOC issuance for scheduled passenger airline operations from 2 aircraft to 20 aircraft.

With such proposal, airline operators intending to commence scheduled operations are expected to first of all provide an aircraft fleet size of 20 aircraft before getting approval for their operational certificates.

The experts, comprising of members of the Aviation Round Table (ART), made the observation in a communique issued at the end of Aviation Round Table Conference 2017, held at Golfview Hotel & Suites, GRA, Ikeja, Lagos, recently.

According to the document signed by the group’s president, Mr. Olumide Ohunayo, there should also be a culture of corporate governance and transparency in the business of managing the aviation sector, such that government and other parties

in infrastructure-related commercial agreements in the industry should respect the terms of such agreements if the industry is to move forward.

It stated that existing concession/ agreements that have developed into controversies affecting the entire industry should be resolved immediately in the interest of the industry, while taking cognizance of initial capital invested, just as they advised that political interference should be avoided in the sector’s regulatory activities.

ART further stated that there is a need for the establishment of an Inter-governmental Agency Stakeholder Group, led by the regulator for the administration and management of Bilateral Air Service Agreements (BASA) funds and for implementing “our aviation development plans.”

“Bilateral Air Service Agreements (BASAs), Multilateral Air Service Agreements (MASAs) and International Routes are the nation’s infrastructure and assets, while air traffic rights are like oil blocks and therefore, should not be treated with levity in administration or by unilateral

exploitation. Therefore, BASA funds should be used for critical-safety infrastructure development as provided for in the Civil Aviation Act 2006”, the statement said.

The aviation professionals equally noted that there is a need to have surveillance cameras in and around every airport in Nigeria to be complimented with the establishment of Aviation Industry Cybersecurity Emergency Response Team (CERT) to enhance Aviation Security.

“Additionally, we need to enhance the airport perimeter fenceing where there are no security fences to sufficiently comply with Annex 17. With the increasing importance of Information Technology for massive levels of efficiency, effectiveness and profitability in air transport, an integrated aviation communication infrastructure should be established.

“With increase in traffic and number of aircraft in the Nigerian airspace over the years, the existing CNS/ATM systems need to be optimized; while improvements should be made to match capacity at the airports with the adoption of satel-

lite and digital technologies. There is a need to ensure the provision of regular public power supply at the airports and all en-route stations nationwide, which will naturally facilitate the continuous provision of safety - critical services”, it said.

To ART, there is a need for local airlines to pull resources together and establish a local maintenance hangar as a way of minimizing their aircraft maintenance cost.

It also observed that, for Nigerian airlines to attract funding facilities from financiers and institutions that are predominantly based outside Nigeria, adding that, “our airlines must be within these parameters; viability, capacity and the potentials to earn more revenue from commercial agreements in view of the weakness of the local currency.

“The observed huge human capital deficiency in the industry needs to be rapidly addressed by establishing Human Capital Development Plans, Succession Planning and mentoring programme across the industry and organisations, with huge investments.

Medview partners travel agents, pledges seamless services to Dubai Medview Airline has announced their entrance into Abidjan, Conakry and Dakar routes to all the travel agencies operating in Abuja and Kano states in the country, with a view to offering robust incentives to clients.

The airline disclosed the new routes, including Dubai at a trade partnership forum organised for travel agents in Abuja and Kano recently.

Introducing the new routes which started on the 27th of October, 2017, management of Medview Airline stated that the initiative will strengthen trade and also make movement of goods and people easy

within the West Coast.

Speaking at the Abuja forum held at Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja, the airline Executive Director Business Development and Commercials, Mr. Isiaq Na’Allah said that they called the travel agents together to rub minds because the airline believes they can do it better collectively.

Na’Allah said the Airline knows the importance of carrying travel agents along, noting that they always carry them along whenever they is new products like this.

“The key index of meeting you today is to request for your support because we cannot do it alone. Travel agents is a critical component of our

business. They take a high percentage of our sales. This is the local content that we are providing for you. I advise Nigerians to patronize the local carriers. We are here to give you these services as much as you can afford”.

Noting that most foreign airlines operate with zero commission to the agencies, Na’Allah stated the local airlines offer quality services with minimal cost and also offer commissions to the agents.

He however, urged the trade partners to open their minds and discuss issues that would enable both parties forge ahead.

Explaining the dynamics of

the new routes, Country Manager, United Arab Emirates, Ndukodon Phineas Bongi said that Medview can now operate to Liberia, Senegal, Conakry, Abidjan, Sierra Leone an Accra, adding that the Dubai route will commence December 7, 2017.

According to Bongi, there are lots of incentives attached to the Dubai destination, which include a robust holiday package with wide range of products. Some of these incentives, as announced by the country manager include family holiday honeymoon, weddings car racing, cooking classes amongst others.

Family time, such as family oriented packages, large and multifamily

special offers, special moments are part of Medview holiday packages.

All these packages, Bongi said, are equally complimented with affordable air ticket, hotel accommodations, visa services, land transportation, sight-seeing and tours and others. In his submission, President of National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies NANTA Mr Bernard Bankole commended Medview Airline for their giant strides in the industry.

The president who was represented by the first Deputy President of NANTA, Susan Akporiaye advised Nigerians and all travel agents to support Medview Airline.

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Delta’s Agro-Industrial Park: Option for resolving food deficit, unemployment

Ganiyu Obaaro, with Agency report

With the return of democratic government in 1999, agriculture and the agro-allied subsector seemed to have been undermined, as the political elite had payed lip-service to it in the last 18 years.

The worrisome aspect is the nonchalant attitude of the three tiers of government toward agriculture.

In the real sense, the lack-luster approach to national agriculture management remains the bane of the nation’s industrial development.

Interestingly, the nation is blessed with arable land from the North to the South and East to West, but the resource is grossly underutilised.

According to the Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO), Nigeria has no basis for the annual progression in number of unemployed youths and recorded food deficit if adequate commitment and resources are deployed to the agriculture sub-sector.

The FAO believes that the nation’s current food deficit followed the dismal national agricultural policy, poor appreciation of the national agricultural potential and lack of commitment by the political elite to agriculture and agribusiness.

It says that irrespective of the huge petrol dollars earned so far since 1970s, agriculture remains Nigeria’s cash cow.

However, the Delta State Government recently took the bull by the horn to prepare its people for a life beyond crude oil and the attendant polemics.

The consensus policy document of the State’s Executive Council released on November 12, 2017, showed that the Dr. Ifeanyi Okowaled government has concluded plans to position his administration toward sustainable mass mobilisation of the people back to the land.

The strategic agricultural and agribusiness road map as contained in the Delta States Executive Council policy document provides for the establishment of common industrial infrastructure to leapfrog into mass youth employment, while leveraging on new agricultural businesses.

The Commissioner for Information, Mr. Patrick Ukah, describes the policy as a quiet agricultural revolution aimed at harnessing the rich agriculture potential of the state and the vast knowledge of Deltans in wholesome agriculture and agribusiness. ``Our agriculture policy directive is moderated more by the developed world’s aggressive climate induced engineering targeting the complete elimination of fossil fuel

Governor Okowa

According to the Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO), Nigeria has no basis for the annual progression in number of unemployed youths and recorded food deficit if adequate commitment and resources are deployed to the agriculture subsector. by 2025; and more importantly; mobilising Deltans into mechanised agriculture and agribusiness-driven industries,’’ he says.

Ukah explains that the government’s commitment to give the policy a human face followed the state Executive Council’s recent approval of N7.04 billion (about 22.7 million dollars) for the establishment of an Agro-Industrial Park at Aboh

in Ogwashi-Uku, Aniocha South Local Government Area.

Specifically, the government expects the agro-industrial park to play an important role in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth, job creation, foreign exchange earnings, and Small and Medium-size Enterprises (SME) development over the coming years.

The overall the focus of the agro-

industrial park development strategy is to bring about the accelerated structural transformation of the state’s economy through graduated industrialisation, leveraging the share of the industrial sector of GDP and the GDP share of the agriculture-based manufacturing sub-sector.

In value terms, the development of agro-industries parks in Delta will create the catalyst and opportunity to accelerate economic development and achieve its industrialisation goals.

The government’s agro-industrial park initiative remains a potent vehicle for the structural transformation of the state’s economy.

The initiative is expected to help to pave the way for the realisation of Nigeria’s Vision 2020 of becoming a leading manufacturing hub in Africa.

The agro-industrial park will also promote economic diversification and growth of the state, including creating more than 5,000 jobs along the agricultural value chain.

It will provide a common dedicated infrastructure and facilities for agro-processing, value addition and agribusiness as a means to improving the ease-of-doing business.

According to the Ukah, the park will be executed through PublicPrivate Partnership involving the Delta State Government, Israelbased Mirai Group and Norsworthy Investments Ltd. Under the policy, part of the money will be deployed to the construction of Ayakoromo Bridge across River Forcados in Burutu Local Government Area.

The Ayakoromo Bridge, Ukah says, will link the riverine and upland communities in the state toward sustainable economic and social integration.

He adds that with the construction of the bridge, Burutu Town, which hitherto had not been accessible by road, will become a beehive of social and economic activities with vehicular movements.

According to him, government’s focus on roads also is to facilitate the easy movement of raw materials to the agro-industrial park andvarious markets nationwide.

The topography of the state, the commissioner notes, provides the impetus for the executive council to appreciate the complimentary importance of roads in agriculture and agribusiness. ``Our mission with the new agroindustrial policy is to turn the state into a mechanised agrarian community. ``We hope that with the agricultural leadership provided by the state, the organised private sector will in a few years take over the initiative and drive of the state’s agricultural revolution,’’ Ukah says.

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Sound wizards on rampage!

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Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Folarin Leonard

Hottest music producers in Nigeria presently signed to it. Ayoola Oladapo Agboola is a Nigerian music producer and businessman who was born on July 13, 1992.

He goes by the professional name,”Kiddominant,” which people have pronounced in different ways. This superb producer and DJ has produced for artists such as Davido, Olamide, Orezi and Cynthia Morgan, to mention a few. His production merged with titled “Rihanna”, a song that shot Orezi to limelight. Although Oceanbeats Entertainment.

Your Hustle” by Orezi which was constantly on the wave and earned the love of every hustler who listened, singles for Davido titled “Dodo” and “The Money” and won the Extreme Awards in 2015.

Maleek Shoyebi, popularly known as Maleek Berry, is a British-born Nigerian musician and record producer. He broke into the spotlight in 2012. He was nominated in the

Krizbeatz We have in recent years been blessed with sounds as performers, but the gurus behind the booth and on the beat.

Have you ever jumped up to dance when moody? Smile when your favourite song comes up on the radio? Well, you will producer.

This list comprises of music producers who have made 2017 bubble and a year to remember. They have been on for years… The Likes of Don Jazzy, jimmy Jatt, etc, who forever remain undisputed lords especially to those they have groomed as many look up to them. Check out our 2017 merry makers arranged in no particular order.

Tekno Miles had his hands in the sands of time in the history of Nigerian music. Augustine Miles Kelechi goes by the stage name Tekno (Slim Daddy). He was born on December 17, 1992.

Tekno is a Nigerian singer-songwriter, producer, performer and dancer and presently a fashionista who may be expecting a baby with his yellow pawpaw, Lola Rae. The Bauchi State“Holiday” With featured vocals from Davido. The video made it more appealing, The Made Men Music Group Singer released singles like “Dance” and “Anything” which won him a nomination in the “Best New act of the Year” category at the 2014 Nigeria Entertainment Awards. Other hits followed and most were selfproduced. His production and features occupy a long list as he recently released another self-produced hit, “GO”. His different talent seems to be working really well for him as it is hard to separate his performing achievements from his producing achievements.

This record producer, Chris Alvin Sunday, professionally known as Krizbeatz, is a Nigerian talent born in December 25, 1994 had his work become relevant and recognized in 2015.

He has produced several hits we are aware of. The likes of

Kid-dominant

Entertainment Awards.

Maleek Berry has worked with prominent artists in the including Sauce kid, also known as Sinzu who featured Davido in the hit single off the album, “Carolina”. His skills got him producing for many others, majorly, Wizkid. He featured Wizkid in his 2013 single, “The Matter”, “Love You” also featuring also had to put him on his 2017 anthem, “Juice” just after he produced banging hit for Wande Cole this year titled “Ballerz”.

Osabuohien Osaretin is a Nigerian artiste and record in 2007. He has produced several singles with most of them hitting the air waves and staying there. He has also worked with top artists in the music industry like Wizkid whom he also featured in his single (Remember Samba?), The E.M.E crew, Skales, Reminisce and many others. In 2010 Sarz, produced the hit single “Jor Oh” and the Remix for Jahbless. A song that won “Best Street Hop” award and was nominated for “Best Collaboration” at The Headies. This sound lord was formerly signed to Trybe Records before leaving when his contract expired 2013.

Among his hit productions include “Jaiye Jaiye” featuring Femi Kuti and “Kilofe”. Sarz was also the executive producer Go” which featured Wizkid and 2Face Idibia.

His 2017 hits include “BE” by Tekno, “Maradona” by Niniola, “Ghetto Youth” and “Sweet Love” by Wizkid.

songs “Baby Face” and “Go Low”. Shizzi has worked with top artists in the music scene including Harrysong, OD Woods, Danagog, Emmy Gee, Shank and Skuki, among others. In June 2014, Shizzi worked alongside Davido, Tiwa Savage, Lola nominated for several awards and in 2015; he took home the Spellz I am pretty certain most people have “Iskaba” by Wande Cole Obadje popularly known as Spellz. Spellz is a Nigeria recording producer who has blessed our speakers with banging beats since he began his career as a producer. He has produced for artists like Davido, Wande Cole, Chuddy K, 9ice, Banky Spellz, who is presently signed to 323 Entertainment, has produced tracks for Burnaboy, Starboy (Wizkid) and has taken home awards like the Nigeria Entertainment Awards where he

who constantly bless our speakers and we will be wrong not to mention Legendary Beatz, a duo who have produced hits and not just for StarBoy, Fliptyce, Masterkraft and a few others who the year. We await!

Young John is a Nigerian record producer and audio engineer. His talent is evident and his productions and awards categories at the 2015 Nigeria Entertainment Awards and The Headies. Young John is presently signed to YBNL and has produced several hits for Olamide including “Story for the Gods” and popular anthem, “Bobo”.

Young John has also produced songs like “Gbese” and “Efejoku” for Lil Kesh among other hits. This sound wizard won The Headies 2016 award and still has lots of unlisted credits.

The list is almost endless.

over time. He has been ranked on different positions but he is including Tekno Miles who is a producer himself, Lil Kesh and Davido whom he featured in hit single “Erima” alongside Slim Daddy (Tekno) which further presents him as a performing artist. A couple of hits he produced include; “Boss Whine” featuring Skales, “Diana” by Tekno, “Ishe” and “Shele Gan Gan” by Lil Kesh among others. Runtown also had Krizbeatz in “For Life”, a product of 2017.

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Oluwaseyi Akerele, popularly known as Shizzi, is a Nigerian record producer and songwriter under HKN Music. His career Omo Baba Olowo. He has since grown with Davido as most of his songs had the sharply called name in the beginning or end, “Shizzi”.

“Skelewu” and “Gobe” for davido which gained massive airplay.

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Wednesday, November 22, 2017

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Femi Fasipe

Top 10 harmful effects of using Cosmetics Foundation, toner, bronzer, kaajal, eyeliner, eyebrow pencil, eye-shadow, blusher, lipstick, lip-gloss, powder, fragrances, deodorant, nail polish, hairspray, shampoo, etc. If you are in the habit of putting on these an obsessive cosmetics user! Of course, they make you look pretty, make you smell good, make you feel good, make you look younger, but not forever. Too much of a good thing can turn very nasty in the long run.

There is an ugly side to these beauty

but have harmful effects also along with. There are many harmful effects the top ten of them.

cosmetics The common notion among people is that they cannot look beautiful or handsome if they missed out on a cosmetic or just ran out of it. This dependency can lead too many troubles and is nothing less than an addiction for them. From my personal experience I would like to add that here are people who can skip occasions or get-togethers if there cosmetics are not with them or if grace everyone has been given with reason to be so dependent on cosmetics.

Believe me you can look even better without them.

Headache is a very common issue after putting up make up for long periods of time. Generally ladies feel dizziness, tired and nausea after prolonged exposures to high makeup. Even men must have felt that during the long wait for performance in annual function with full make up. Even if the performance was not so tiring but you would feel sleepy and dizzy, makeup. A lot of care is therefore taken while removing of makeup.

Absolutely nothing should be left behind. It has been found that cosmetics contain certain ingredients which on exposure to humans directly in large amount may lead to a state of unconsciousness. So just too long and if you have to spend a large amount of time then prefer light

makeup to avoid headaches.

Funky hairstyles are very popular

a move for them. Use of shampoos, conditioners, hair colors, gels and serums may actually harm your tresses pretty badly. They look great when used and one may receive many compliments for the style or even help you get a girl but these cosmetics keep on affecting the hair quality and quantity. There can be thinning of hair, redness in scalp, hair fall or even excessive dandruff. The use of hair sprays is even more dangerous with sources suggesting that long term usage may result in scalp skin damage and permanent discoloration of hair color.

Use of bubble baths or certain oils may affect your reproductive organs if in direct contact. They can even lead to infertility.

It has been found that any cosmetic containing asbestos like talcum powder when in direct contact with organs can even affect the menstrual cycle leading to other imbalances. Shower gels and shower creams during bath may also feel that they did the cleaning but once after getting inside they may affect severely. There can be vaginal infections or even danger or prostate and ovarian low on quality.

Yes one may start looking older than he/she actually is. All the makeup and moisturizers actually do some damage to your skin and with prolonged use wrinkles and other signs of ageing may be visible.

The cosmetic makers are so smart that they then release anti- ageing creams and lotions. These cosmetics ageing. They are making money and it is us who have to suffer. Be careful while choosing your products and make sure if their r e v i e w s are correct and genuine because not all products in market may be harmful. chronic diseases bring danger of diseases like cancer and many other chronic ones. Lipstick contains aluminum which may cause long term anemia and even glucose

intolerance. Many products contain chemicals like zinc oxide, BHA, barium sulphate etc. are very harmful for body and may result in many organ failures like that of kidney and liver. Further if swallowed even by mistake; generally the lip cares, lip balms and lipsticks go in with food can lead to many respiratory diseases also. It has also been reported that cosmetics like body moisturizers can cause trouble to endocrine system as well and disturb the thyroid content of body.

Nail paints, Nail polish, manicures and pedicures all seem very hygienic but are actually damaging to nails if done very regularly or frequently. The quality of nails decreases and they become fragile. Keeping long nails becomes a big issue after that; extra care has to be taken. The nails become thin and lose their natural color starting to look pale.

Eye shadow, mascara, kaajal and other forms of eye makeup can harm the eyes of user very badly. Girls who wear lenses may harm their eyes even more because the chemicals present affects the lens material and can result in something very damaging like thinning of eyelashes and eye infections.

Mascara can cause blindness as it contains pseudomonas aeruginosa which is a very harmful therapy bacteria. Resistant to heat and cold this

mascara and often pollutes it despite many precautionary measures.

There are different types of allergies possible with excessive use of cosmetics and at times there side effects even if the usage is limited. The allergies can be of skin, breathing, eating, hair etc. Skin allergies may be allergy to certain kind of lotions or creams. Breathing allergies are damage to nose and nasal passage due to intake of cosmetics by mistake it may result in glucose intolerance as mentioned earlier as well. Hair allergies are like allergy to usage of shampoos or conditioners or intolerance of scalp cosmetics comes a parcel of never ending list of allergies you are at risk of.

Be careful while choosing your products.

Skin diseases and reactions have been a common problem with use of fairness creams, sunscreens and sunblock. There may be a permanent discoloration of skin or severe damage to skin. Believe me a damage to skin especially on face may be very torturing.

Every now and then a person from the crowd may pop up and ask what happened or would have loads of advice to give you because his relative had the same problem. There can be much severe issues with the skin like skin cancer, presently skin cancer is not that easily treatable at mostly fatal.

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Wednesday, November 22, 2017

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21st century sportsmen trends There’s nobody who does not want to look stylish and fit. What enforces many representatives of the stronger sex, to make a hard decision of equipment choosing for training?

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