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Reps summons Buhari over killings

Ï Suspend plenary in honour of victims Ï Pass no confidence vote on security chiefs Henry Omunu, Abuja

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House of Representatives, on Wednesday, summoned President Muhammadu Buhari to speak to lawmakers on the rising state of insecurity and the

killings in parts of the country and what his administration is doing to stem the senseless killings by killer herdsmen.

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Ï Says NASS lacks power to alter INEC timetable Ï Affirms INEC’s powers to organize, supervise, fix election dates Ï Nullifies section 25 of Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, 2018

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FG okays N64bn for work on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

Mathew Dadiya Abuja

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Federal Government has approved the sum of N64.108bn for additional work on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, to be done on Section 1 of the road.

The Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, disclosed this to State House correspondents at the end of a meeting of the Federal Executive Council presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Wednesday.

Fashola said the additional work would cover pedestrian bridges as well as toll plazas for that section in order to accommodate the changing nature of the road.

He said, “The council approved additional works on Section one of Lagos Ibadan Expressway.

“The council approved additional works on over 43.6km for N64.108bn which covers pedestrian bridges and toll plazas for that section so as to accommodate the changing nature of that road.

“Since its conception, so many new structures: religious institutions, factories, universities, increased human activities have come up along that road.

“The inherited design didn’t provide for these at all. The additional work is also to modify the quality of bitumen, polymer modified bitumen, in order to deal with the heavy cargo that passes through that road.

“The first section is handled by Julius Berger. The second section under RCC which covers over 80km will come to council to in-

corporate similar works including drainage works when we finish the procurement.”

Fashola said the council also approved the award of Subaila-Falala-Bini-BakuBauchi Road that connects Kano and Bauchi States at N4.578bn.

The Minister of State for Agriculture, Heneiken Lokpobiri, said the council approved new 10 rice mills for the country at a cost of N10.7bn.

He listed the states where the mills will be located to include Kebbi, Zamfara, Benue, Kogi, Bayelsa, Anambra, Kaduna, Niger, Ogun and Bauchi.

Each of the mill, he said, will have capacity to produce 100 tonnes of rice per day.

According to him, the private sector will manage the 10 mills.

The minister said, “Today, FEC approved the establishment of ten very large rice mills to enhance the milling capacity of rice value chain in the country.

“Few years ago, it was reported that this country needs a minimum of 100 large mills. As at today, we have about 21 but the Federal Government in its wisdom decided that today we should approve the establishment of 10 new rice mills at the total cost of N10.7bn.

“This will be given to the private sector to manage which will be paid back within a given time frame as will be agreed between the Bank of Agriculture and the Rice Mills.

“The states will be 10.

You know in Nigeria, over 30 states are growing rice, in today’s memo, the 10 rice mills will be located across the six geopolitical zones including Kebbi, Zam-

fara, Benue, Kogi, Bayelsa, Anambra, Kaduna, Niger, Ogun and Bauchi.

“The capacity of the rice mills is 100 tons per day each.”

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, disclosed that N10bn was approved to fight erosion in the country.

He also said that $460m was approved to facilitate usage of new buildings located at airports.

The Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole, said approved the licensing agreement between the National Institute for Pharmaceutical Research and Development and May and Baker Plc. This, he said, was in respect of scaling up commercialisation and marketing of Niprisan, a very potent anti sickle cell drug, for use in Nigeria.

The minister explained, “As you might be aware, sickle cell disease is a common problem particularly among blacks in Africa, South East Asia and Latin America and it is estimated that about 25 percent of Nigerians carry the sickle cell gene and over two million people have sickle cell anemia, that is having the two genes combined.

“And for many of them, when they are under stress, take ill, what happens is invariably they develop severe bone crisis, they develop infection and some of them will die from this.

“This drug was first used in Oyo State over 20 years ago and NAPRED conducted clinical trials to ensure that we are able to document that it is safe, it is efficacious and drug was licenced at an international organisation which went into bankruptcy.

Gov. Masari inaugurates Katsina APC congresses committee ÏÏÏ Governor Aminu Ma-

sari of Katsina State has inaugurated a committee to conduct congresses of the All Progressives Congress at ward, local government and state levels in the state.

Speaking while inaugurating the committee on Wednesday in Katsina, the governor said the chairman and members of the committee were selected on merit.

Masari recalled that the last congresses conducted for the party were adjudged the best in the country.

He, therefore, hoped

that similar feat would be achieved in the conduct of the congresses for the party to have credible leadership at all levels.

The governor pointed out that the committee would work with the National Committee that would supervise the conduct of the exercise in the state.

Responding, the Chairman of the committee who is also the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Mustapha Inuwa, pledged that the committee would discharge the assignment to the best of their ability.

Inuwa added that the committee regards the congresses as a family affair and would conduct the exercise with fairness justice.

Other members of the committee include Muntari Lawal, Special Adviser and Permanent Secretary, Government House; and the Commissioners of Finance and that of Justice, Muntari Kado and Ahmed El-marzuq.

Others include Nasir Zangon-Daura, the member representing Zango/Baure Federal Constituency, and Alhaji Yusuf Barmo.

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2019: In one fell swoop, court kills polls reordering Continued from page 1 toral Act (Amendment) Bill, 2018 that seeks to alter the sequence of 2019 elections for the offices of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Governor of States, members of the National Assembly and members of the State Houses of Assembly.

In his judgment in the suit filed by the Accord Party against the National Assembly, Attorney

General of the Federation (AGF) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Justice Ahmed Mohammed also nullified the section altering the sequence in which elections has been held in the past.

The judge further held that INEC has the sole constitutional power to organise, supervise and fix elections dates.

The judge also held that the electoral body, hav-

ing announced elections dates for the offices of the President , Governors , members of the National Assembly and members of the States Houses of Assembly for the 2019 elections, the National Assembly cannot alter, reserve or reorder it.

According to Justice Mohammed, the National Assembly has no power to dictate to INEC the order in which the 2019 general election should be con-

ducted.

The judge said, “It is the sole responsibility of the third defendant (INEC) to organise and conduct elections, including fixing of dates for the elections.

“The power of INEC to organise and conduct elections in this country cannot be taken away by the Electoral Act”.

Justice Mohammed observed that at the time the Electoral Amendment Bill 2018 was passed by

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the National Assembly, INEC had already fixed the dates for the 2019 general elections and held that the National Assembly clearly acted in breach of the principle of separation of powers.

The Judge then said: “After perusing submissions of counsel in this matter, I declare Section 25 of the Electoral Act 2018, which is the section that contravenes the provisions of the constitution, a nullity.

“I grant reliefs 1 to 10 as prayed. I refused relief 11(I) because the President has already declined his assent”.

Earlier during the judgment, the judge overruled the objections of the National Assembly (first defendant), asking the plaintiff ’s Originating Summons to be dismissed on ground of locus standi.

Dismissing the preliminary objections, the judge held that the plaintiff has the locus standi to institute the legal action as its affidavit evidence shows that it is a registered political party in the country.

He further held that the plaintiff ’s case was not academic as it is purely an issues of interpretation of the Constitution.

Justice Mohammed said, “The suit can not be described as an abuse of

the court process either.

It never irritate”.

“The plaintiff ’s suit seeking for the interpretation of certain provisions of the constitution cannot be said to be an abuse of the process of the court”.

Justice Mohammed said that the complaint by the National Assembly that the President was not joined as a necessary party was not a ground to dismiss the suit because the AGF was a party to the suit.

Lawyer to the Accord Party, Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN), had approached the court, challenging section 25 of the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, 2018, after President Muhammadu Buhari withheld his assent to the bill.

In the plaintiff ’s originating summons, the court was urged to declare that the legislative powers vested in the National Assembly by the constitution do not empower it with the right or authority to dictate to INEC the way and manner it should organise, undertake and supervise elections to the offices of the President, Vice President, the Governor and Deputy Governor of a state as well as federal and state legislators, among other declarations.

FG okays N64bn for Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Ï ƍƍƏ ƒƆ MơƠêƣƄ ƏƈƅƆ ƌƈƋƋ è Ɛ Ƈƈ Ɛ ƆƏ ƈ ƓƈƐ MơƠƄ Ï RƊ ƕ MƤƿƠêƤƌ ƐƏ Ƒƌ ƅƆ ƐƏƆ Ƈ Ə 0L RƓƆƏƏƈ Mathew Dadiya Abuja

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The Federal Government has approved N64.108bn for additional work on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, to be done on Section 1 of the road.

The Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola (SAN) disclosed this to State House correspondents on Monday at the end of a meeting of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

Fashola said the additional work would cover pedestrian bridges as well as toll plazas for that section in order to accommodate the changing nature of the road.

He said, “The council ap-

proved additional works on Section one of Lagos - Ibadan Expressway. The council approved additional works on over 43.6km for N64.108bn which covers pedestrian bridges and toll plazas for that section so as to accommodate the changing nature of that road.

“Since its conception, so many new structures: religious institutions, factories, universities, increased human activities have come up along that road.

“The inherited design didn’t provide for these at all. The additional work is also to modify the quality of bitumen, polymer modified bitumen, in order to deal with the heavy cargo that passes through that road.

“The first section is handled by Julius Berger. The second section under RCC

which covers over 80km will come to council to incorporate similar works including drainage works when we finish the procurement.”

Fashola said the council also approved the award of Subaila-Falala-Bini-BakuBauchi Road that connects Kano and Bauchi States at N4.578bn.

The Minister of State for Agriculture, Heneiken Lokpobiri, said the council approved new 10 rice mills for the country at a cost of N10.7bn.

He listed the states where the mills will be located to include Kebbi, Zamfara, Benue, Kogi, Bayelsa, Anambra, Kaduna, Niger, Ogun and Bauchi.

Each of the mill, he said, will have capacity to produce 100 tonnes of rice per day.

According to him, the private sector will manage the 10 mills.

The minister said, “Today, FEC approved the establishment of 10 very large rice mills to enhance the milling capacity of rice value chain in the country.

“Few years ago, it was reported that this country needs a minimum of 100 large mills. As at today, we have about 21 but the Federal Government in its wisdom decided that today we should approve the establishment of 10 new rice mills at the total cost of N10.7bn.

“This will be given to the private sector to manage which will be paid back within a given time frame as will be agreed between the Bank of Agriculture and the Rice Mills.

“The states will be 10.

You know in Nigeria, over 30 states are growing rice, in today’s memo, the 10 rice mills will be located across the six geopolitical zones including Kebbi, Zamfara, Benue, Kogi, Bayelsa, Anambra, Kaduna, Niger, Ogun and Bauchi.

“The capacity of the rice mills is 100 tons per day each.”

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, disclosed that N10bn was approved to fight erosion in the country.

He also said that $460m was approved to facilitate usage of new buildings located at airports.

The Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole, announced the approved the licencing agreement between the National Institute for Pharmaceutical

Research and Development and May and Baker Plc. This, he said, was in respect of scaling up commercialisation and marketing of Niprisan, a very potent anti sickle cell drug, for use in Nigeria.

Adewole said, “As you might be aware, sickle cell disease is a common problem particularly among blacks in Africa, South East Asia and Latin America and it is estimated that about 25 percent of Nigerians carry the sickle cell gene and over two million people have sickle cell anemia, that is having the two genes combined.

“And for many of them, when they are under stress, take ill, what happens is invariably they develop severe bone crisis, they develop infection and some of them will die from this.

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Reps summons Buhari over killings Continued from page 1 security agencies over their inability to halt the spate of killings.

Based on the no confidence vote, the House asked the President to sack the service and security chiefs and replace them with competent people who can tackle the unacceptable insecurity level in the country.

It further resolved to stop plenary for three days in solidarity with those killed in various unwarranted attacks throughout the country and in protest against the unending shedding of innocent blood by the heart-

less killers.

The House passed these resolutions following the adoption of a motion sponsored by Hon. Mark Gbillah on the alleged reprisal attack by soldiers on Naka Village in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State and the inability of the army and other security agencies to end the killings perpetuated in Benue State by armed herdsmen.

Gbillah in his lead debate, condemned the attack on Naka Town on April 19 by rampaging soldiers who allegedly torched hundreds of houses, destroyed property and killed helpless vil-

lagers.

He expressed worry over allegations that soldiers deployed from the 72 Army Battalion in Makurdi to stop the incessant killings by armed herdsmen in Gwer-East, Gwer-West and several other local governments in the state took the law into their hands in a blatant display of brigandage and criminality and attacked residents of Naka Town in retaliation for the murder of a soldier by yetto-be identified persons.

The House member from Benue State lamented that the herdsmen attacks assumed a new dimension on

April 23, when two Catholic Priests, Fr. Joseph Gor and Fr. Felix Tyolaha, the church catechist, 16 worshippers and several others were murdered in cold blood while attending early morning mass at St. Ignatius Catholic Mission, Ukpo Ayar, Mbalom.

Apart from persons killed by the attackers, Gbillah added that several other villagers attending a funeral service near the church are unaccounted for.

He said, “Am aware that the Benue State government has raised the alarm severally to the army, police and other security and

Wife of the Ondo state Governor Betty Anyanwu- Akeredolu(middle) with stakeholders on Accelerated Birth Registration(ABR) after a meeting at the Government House, Alagbaka, Akure, the state capital

intelligence agencies about the alleged location of these bandits near Adaka in Makurdi Local Government and Gbaji in GwerWest Local Government from where recent attacks were launched against neighbouring communities.

“But it’s very worrying that the army and the police curiously do not employ a proactive strategy to preemptively attack these locations and carry out continuous surveillance of identified flash points, but usually only respond after the fact when scores of innocent citizens have lost their lives and property.”

Contributing to debate on the motion, Hon Tarkighir Dickson accused the army of colluding and collaborating with the armed herdsmen, even after the army had acknowledged losing 27 men to the killers.

“This same army found it necessary to burn down Naka Town over the alleged killing of one of their men,” he said, insisting that the people of Benue State have lost faith in the country.

Similarly, Hon Edward Pwajok, warned that the repeated attacks on innocent citizens point to the fact that Nigeria is heading in the direction of a failed state.

Also, Hon Karimi Sunday regretted that Nigerians have to go through this horrendous ordeal in the face of the current econom-

ic challenges in the country, adding that “there is need for us as a House and representatives of the people to take the bull by the horn; it is time for us to invoke Section 143 of the 1999 Constitution, because this is not what Nigerians voted for”.

Some lawmakers: Nur Sherriff, Johnbull Shekaru, Taiwo Agboola and Chukwuka Onyema, in their contributions, maintained that the Buhari-led government has failed in its duty of protecting the citizens.

Briefing House correspondents after plenary, Chairman, House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Hon Abdulrazaq Namdas, said that the House reached the resolution to summon the President because members believe that his directives to stop the killings and arrest the perpetrators are not being obeyed by the service and security chiefs.

Namdas said that the House is yet to fix a date when the president is expected to appear to answer the House summons but assured that the president would be communicated of the House resolution.

When asked what the House would do in the event the president shuns the invitation, Namdas replied that, “l can’t assume the president won’t appear but l believe he is a responsible leader, and we’ll cross the bridge when we get there”.

N805m money laundering: Court remands Sen Nwaoboshi in prison Peter Fowoyo

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Justice Mohammed Idris of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Wednesday remanded Senator Peter Nwaoboshi (PDP, Delta North) in Ikoyi Prison.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had arraigned Senator Nwaoboshi before Justice Idris on a two-count charge of alleged involvement in N805million money laundering.

Other defendants in the charge are two companies Golden Touch Construction Projects Ltd, and Summing Electricals Ltd. In the charge, the antigraft agency accused Senator Nwaoboshi of purchasing Guinea House, Marine Road, Apapa, Lagos at the

sum of N805million knowing that N322million out of the sum is from proceed of fraud.

In a similar vein, the Commission pointed accusing fingers at Summing Electricals Ltd of aiding and abetting Senator Nwaoboshi to commit money laundering.

Senator Nwaoboshi who arrived at the court premises at about 8:24am amidst security details from the commission, wore grey trouser with a white shirt and black suit.

When the charge was read to him, he pleaded not guilty to the offence.

Some members of his constituency and sympathizers numbering about 200 were also on ground to give him their moral sup-

port.

Lawyer to the EFCC, Mr M. S. Abubakar, told the court that in view of the pleas of the accused , a date for trial should be given.

But, Dr. V. J. O. Azinge, who appeared for Nwaoboshi, urged the court to grant his client bail on liberal terms.

Abubakar ,however, opposed the application and said that the application was not yet ripe for hearing considering the fact that the commission was served with the application on Tuesday. “The prosecution is currently filling its processes at the registry of the court,” he told the court.

In her response, Azinge insisted that the prosecution was served with the application on April 23, but

refused service.

Azinge added that the bailiff of the court attempted service at the EFCC’s office but same was refused and the bailiff deposed to an affidavit of service.

She said: “The court does not wait for the indolent neither does equity … the charge has been lingering and the defence is prepared to proceed; the court can stand down the case to enable prosecution file its papers.”

The prosecuting lawyer argued that he was not aware that service was refused by the commission.

According to him, from the charge, it is clear that such service ought to have been served at the Abuja office of the commission and not Lagos.

Abubakar said that even if service was properly effected, same was still not ripe for hearing as the rules provide for two clear days.

He submitted that the prosecution was also ready to proceed with trial, but said the court could stand down the case, if the defence so wish.

Justice Idris stood down the case until 11am to hear the applications.

In the charge No: FHC/ L/117C/2018, the EFCC alleged that the accused committed the offences between May and June 2014 in Lagos.

Nwaoboshi was said to have acquired a property described as Guinea House, Marine Road, in Apapa Lagos, for the sum of N805 million when he reasonably

ought to have known that N322 million out of the purchase sum formed part of proceeds of an unlawful act.

The sum was said to have been transferred to the vendors by order of Suiming Electrical Ltd. Suiming Electrical was said to have on May 14, 2014, aided Nwaoboshi and Golden Touch to commit money laundering.

The offences contravened the provisions of Sections 15(2), (d) , 15 (3) and 18 (a) of the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act 201.

Having listened to argument on the bail application

by Azinge and the opposing view by Abubakar, Justice Idris remanded Senator Nwaoboshi in Ikoyi Prison and adjourned his ruling on the bail application till Friday.

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Tunde Opalana, Abuja

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Wednesday in United Kingdom described the 36 states of the federation as mere parastatals of the federal government.

He also said that he is ready to offer states a matching grant of $250 million each to challenge them to enhance their internally generated revenue as part of his plans for Nigeria if elected as president during the next year’s election,.

Delivering a lecture titled “The Importance of Strengthening State Economic Management Systems,” and outlining his agenda at Chatham House in London, Atiku reiterated his call for restructuring of the country not just by constitutional tweaks but cultural revolution.

He also spoke of plans to improve the operational efficiency of revenue generating agencies.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential hopeful said: “Beyond institutional and administrative reforms to improve operational efficiency of the revenue agencies the federating units will be challenged to double their efforts in rebuilding the fiscal-social contract, by enhancing service delivery in key areas such as health, education, water supply and infrastructural development.

“Only this would change the predominant perception that government revenues are diverted to the private bank accounts of politicians and their cronies.

“And it is for the purpose of making states lose their addiction to federal allocation, to make them look inwards, and return to the healthy competition of 1957-1966, when Nigeria practiced her unique brand of true federalism known as regionalism, that I suggest the introduction of matching grants to states, that have succeeded in increasing their internally generated revenue.

“My idea is for the introduction of Matching Grants to be taken from the revenue accruable to the Federal Government for the purpose of matching the Internally Generated Revenue of each state in order to encourage states to become self-reliant.

“If I have my way, the Federal Government will match state’s IGR up to $250 million per state.

Even with this policy, the Federal Government will continue to offer support (in the form of intervention programmes) for states that rank below the average de-

velopment index, until such a time as they are able to become self-sufficient and sustaining.”

Atiku also noted the inequity in the distribution of federal allocation among the tiers of government in favour of the federal government while also regretting that states have become addicted to monthly federal allocation.

He said the states have therefore been reduced to federal parastatals, a situation which he said must be corrected through restructuring.

Atiku said, “ In talking about the Importance of Strengthening State Economic Management Systems, we must identify the structural defects in Nigeria’s federal structure that prevents all levels of the Nigerian government, federal, states and local governments, from operating at optimal levels.

“After 19 years of uninterrupted democracy in the Fourth Republic , it is now an indisputable fact that today’s Nigerian states essentially have been reduced to parastatals of the Federal Government and are addicted to the monthly allocation they receive from Abuja.

“There is nothing as addictive as states that are dependent on their monthly share of revenue from crude oil sales and the only way to get them to manage their economies in an economically viable way is to cure them off that addiction. Nigeria needs to be restructured.

“We must commit to a new development agenda with focus on wealth creation by the federating units, rather than wealth distribution from Abuja to state and local government capitals. We must undertake far reaching economic reforms to attract private resources, including financial resources and build bigger, stronger and more dynamic sub-national economies.

“We must expand the frontier of private sector activity beyond the realm of the oil sector and build a new Nigeria without oil.”

He also regretted that after previous administration had wiped clean Nigeria’s foreign debt, it has again piled up by today.

According to him, “More specifically, why are we saddled with a heavy and almost unsustainable debt burden 12 years after former President Olusegun Obasanjo and I provided the leadership that paid off Nigeria’s entire foreign debt of $32 billion in one fell swoop?

“After paying off a monumental debt accumulated by previous governments,

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Nigeria’s 36 states now parastatals of FG -Atiku Ï Says he’s ready to give $250m matching grants to states then President Olusegun Obasanjo on April 22, 2006 said “Nigeria will not owe anybody one kobo”. Today, almost exactly 12 years after, you can almost say ‘Nigeria is now owing everybody more than one kobo’.

“What happened in the intervening years to turn the dream that our administration had, into this present reality where Nigeria now owes double what we paid off in 2006?”

Speaking more on what

he would do if elected as president next year, Atiku said: “There is no alternative to a policy which promotes the growth and diversification of the sub national economies. How much revenue they generate locally from taxes and fees depends on the size and structure of their economies. The bigger and more diversified the better.

“The federal government will create a businessfriendly macro-economic

environment, through the pursuit of appropriate monetary and exchange rate policies, to leverage private sector investments especially in agriculture to promote economic diversification. Indeed, achieving diversification is central to our economic development strategy. Let us begin to visualize Nigeria without oil or one not predominantly dependent on hydro-carbon.

“Our economic policies

will be coherent, consistent and therefore more predictable by the business community. Nothing could be more threatening to investment flows than an environment that is full of policy flip-flops.

“We will ensure spatially balanced investments, through a carefully designed incentive regime, in order to provide more opportunities in the poorer and less endowed federating units.

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World Malaria Day: WHO tasks world leaders to invest in malaria prevention, control Doosuur Iwambe Abuja

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The World Health Organisation (WHO) has tasked Nigeria and leaders across the globe to invest in malaria prevention and control in order to successfully reduce the burden on the killer disease in Nigeria and the world by the year 2030.

Speaking while addressing journalists in Abuja on Wednesday to commemorate the World Malaria Day celebration, the WHO Reginal Director for Africa, Matshidiso Moeti, noted that the allocation of adequate resources will give

long way in eliminating the disease.

Represented by the WHO Nigeria country representative, Wondi Alemu, the WHO reiterated it’s readiness to partner with the World and Nigeria, to beat malaria, but added that the pace of progress must be accelerated to achieve a 40 per cent drop in global malaria cases and deaths by 2020, compared to 2015 levels.

Stressing that the elimination of malaria requires above political leadership and intersectoral and cross-border collaboration, Alemu lamented that Nigeria currently has the highest burden of malaria

scourge globally accounting for 27 percent of the disease’s prevalence rate.

He called on countries affected by malaria to work with development partners to boost investments in malaria prevention and control, especially for new tools, to combat malaria.

This according to him will propel countries along the road to elimination, and contribute to the achievement of other Sustainable Development Goals, such as improving maternal and child health.

He said, “I urge countries to allocate adequate resources and to work across sectors and strengthen

cross-border collaboration.

“Malaria remains a major public health and development challenge and the World Malaria Report 2017 documents shows an increase in global malaria cases.

“Fourteen countries with the world’s biggest malaria problem are in Sub-Saharan Africa including Nigerian and account for 80% of the global burden”.

The World Malaria Day focused global attention on malaria and its devastating impact on families, communities and development.

The theme for this year’s malaria day is “Ready to beat malaria”.

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Saraki, senators visit hospital, say Melaye’s health stable Olufemi Samuel and Tunde Opalana, Abuja

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The Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki on Wednesday led other senators to visit Senator Dino Melaye at the National Hospital in Abuja.

Saraki was said to have been allowed to see Melaye on his sick bed at the Trauma Centre of the hospital.

The Upper legislative chamber had adjourned its sitting for sympathy visit to Melaye at the hospital.

Saraki, after the visit, told journalists that Melaye had regained conciousness and was on drips in at the time of the visitation, saying that his condition has stabilised but he need to be monitored.

The Senate President said: “After the sitting of the Senate today (Wednesday), we decided to come here because for 24 hours,

Ï Senate summons IGP, faults Buhari govt we have not heard or know the state of Senator Dino. “ We are happy that we have seen him. He is in intensive care. He is stable for now. He has not eaten for the past 24 hours. We are trying to resolve that. He is on fluids and he has been seen by a cardiologist and all specialists. He also has a lot of underlying issues.

He is asthmatic. So, we are a bit concerned. By now, we thank God he is stable. “ He is been monitored and we continue to pray for him that he fully recovers from his predicament”.

When asked whether Melaye was still on handcuffs, Saraki said: “No, he is not on handcuffs”.

Apparently furious over the alleged dehumanising treatment of Senator Melaye by the Nigeria Police, the Senate on Wednesday summoned the Inspector

General of Police, Ibrahim Idris to appear at plenary by 11.00 am today.

The police chief was summoned to explain the role of police in the arrest of Melaye (APC, Kogi West) over allegation of illegal possession of ammunition, over which a legal action has been instituted.

While at plenary today, the IGP is expected to answer questions on the killing of over 100 persons in the country in the last one week, especially Monday killing of worshippers in Benue State.

Irked by what was termed as sectional confrontation against the legislative institution and the Senate in particular, the senators took turn to condemned the federal government for its confrontational stance on imaginary enemies.

Resolutions on IGP’s ap-

pearance before the Senate today was sequel to a motion moved to that effect

by Senator Sam Anyanwu (PDP, Imo East).

Coming under orders 14 and 15, Senator Anyanwu in the motion, said the treatment being meted on Senator Melaye was an affront to democracy since the said matter was already in court, adding that he was treated like a common criminal.

He said “All of us as Senators, are demeaned by the way Senator Melaye is being handled by the Police since Tuesday morning when he made himself available for arrest. “ It would be very wrong for us to allow things continue this way . The Inspector General of the Police must be summoned to explain why a serving Senator is being treated like a

L-R: Justice of Supreme Court, Justice Bode Rhodes-Vivour; President, Court of Appeal (PCA), Justice Zainab Bulkachuwa; Justice of Supreme Court, Justice Mary Odili; former Chief of Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Mahmud Mohammed; CJN, Justice Walter Onnoghen, Justices of Supreme Court, Kayode Ariwoola and Olatokunbo Kekere Ekun, during a public presentation of the Apex Quarterly Magazine in Abuja, on Wednesday. PHOTO: TEMITOPE BALOGUN

FAAC suspends April distribution over NNPC failure to remit funds Mathew Dadiya

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Strong indications have emerged about the possibility of delay in the April salary of civil servants nationwide as the Federation Account Allocation Committee ( FAAC) session abruptly adjourned on Wednesday over the failure of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) to remit accurate returns to the federation account.

Wednesday’s adjournment was the second time in a sequence after a similar one in March during Easter festivity.

The Chairman of Finance

Ï State governors meets top officials of NNPC Commissioners Forum and Adamawa State Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Mahmoud Saleh Yunusa, confirmed the FAAC postponement on Wednesday to journalists during an interview at the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja.

Mahmoud described the postponement as an unfortunate development that prompted state governors intervention He added that the state governors were holding a “ high level meeting with top officials of NNPC on Wednesday in Abuja “.

“We have some chal-

lenges, the figures we have gotten is far less than what we expected to be remitted

by NNPC. As it’s now, there is a meeting between the governors and the top management of NNPC at the Presidential Villa. I believe this is a very high level deliberation and something good will come out of it” .

He said that NNPC is duty bound to carry FAAC stakeholders along in its business, adding that any short of transparency in its account rendition would elicit questions.

Yunusa said, “There are processes okay. Before now

, you don’t hear such news; whatever issue you get you deliberate on it, but because this government is a government of change, some level of transparency is expected .

“When you pick your figures and you submit your figures the person that suppose to look at it and deliberate on it will ask questions if need be”.

Asked whether if what the NNPC had done does not amount to deliberate shortchanging of federation account, Yunusa said it would be too hasty to take such position.

common criminal”.

Senators Chukwuka Utazi ( PDP, Enugu North), Isa Misau (APC, Bauchi Central) , Shehu Sani (APC, Kaduna Central), Ubali Shittu ( APC, Jigawa North East), Ibrahim Gobir (APC, Sokoto East), Mao Ohuanbunwa (PDP, Abia North), in their contributions, faulted the executive for not following due process over the matter .

Taking the plenary spell bound for over seven minutes, Senator Shehu Sani in his contribution said : “It is a systematic pattern of violating fundamental human rights in the country.

We have seen an increasing rage toward a totalitarian state, court orders are violated and onslaught against democratic institutiond and also a clear breach and consistent erosion of our democratic values. “ Whatever you do in the course of application of the levers of power, there will always be karma for it.

“What we saw about Dino Melaye, is not going to be the history of Dino Melaye, it is going to be history of Nigeria’s democracy, it is going to be the history of the 8th National Assembly and it is going to be the history of the government in power today.

“If you use the levers of power to prosecute people, frame people, to intimidate and jail people, you should understand that life after power is longer than life in power”.

But Senators Abdullahi

Adamu (APC, Nasarawa West ) and Oluremi Tinubu (APC, Lagos Central) in their contributions , cautioned against confrontational submissions by Senators According to Senator Adamu, what Melaye needed now was how to get him out of his present predicament and not using his ordeal to attack another arm of government.

Adamu said, “In moments like this, it is not a matter of what he did or didn’t do on the floor of this hallowed chamber. “ I think the issue is how we get him out of the situation he is in. The emphasis now is what can we do as colleagues to bring him out of this present predicament he is now in. “ The outpouring of confrontational languages does not help us in this situation.

Here we are in the immunity of this chamber you say the things that have been said. It does not help the situation now”.

Similarly Senator Tinubu called for caution over the matter. She said : “If we are talking about a particular issue we should stay with it. When we begin to bring a government that a lot of people supported to be here to use whatever happened as to implicate the government, I think I’m against that. “ Immediately Senator Omo Agege was led away from here, the sanctity of this place has been taken away”.

Lagos to prosecute Danish husband over wife, daughter’s death ÏÏÏ The Lagos State Gov-

ernment has disclosed that all is set for the prosecution of a Danish national, Mr Peter Nielsen, for the murder of his Nigerian wife, Zainab, and three-year-old daughter, Petra, in Banana Island area of Ikoyi on April 5, 2018.

The State Government, in a statement made available on Wednesday by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Adeniji Kazeem, said forensic investigation into the matter revealed overwhelming and compelling evidence to the effect that the suspect killed his wife and daughter.

The Attorney General said a prima facie case (evidence) of murder had already been established against the suspect, contrary to Section 223 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015, adding that he would be prosecuted at the

Lagos High Court for the crime.

The statement reads in part “The Office of Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice on the 19th of April, 2018 issued Legal Advice to the effect that a prima facie case of murder Contrary to Section 223 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015 has been established against the suspect, Peter Nielsen (M) - a Danish National. The suspect is therefore to stand trial; before the High Court of Lagos State for the murder of his Nigerian wife and 3 year old daughter.

“There is overwhelming and compelling evidence both forensic and direct eye witness account showing without doubt that the victims were killed by the suspect. There is also evidence that there was a history of domestic violence against the victim by the suspect.”

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Masari defends selection of Katsina APC congresses committee members Governor of Katsina State, in north-western Nigeria, Honourable Aminu Masari, has defended members of the of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at ward, local government and state levels, saying they were selected on merit.

Masari, who spoke at the on Wednesday in Katsina, the state capital, recalled that the last congresses conducted for the party were adjudged the best in the country.

In this vein, he, expressed the hope that similar feat would be

achieved in the conduct of the congresses for the party to have credible leadership at all levels, would supervise the conduct of the exercise in the state.

For his part, the chairman of

Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Mustapha Inuwa, on behalf of other members pledged that the assignment to the best of their ability. include: Muntari Lawal, Special Adviser and Permanent

Secretary, Government House, the Commissioners of Finance and that of Justice, Muntari Kado and Ahmed El-marzuq, Nasir Zangon-Daura, member representing Zango/Baure Federal Constituency, as well as Alhaji Yusuf Barmo, amongst others.

Nigeria set to adopt standards on sugar products Plans have been concluded to adopt African standards on sugar and sugar products as well as develop Nigeria Industrial standards for glucose and sucrose.

Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) said this in a statement posted on its website.

The statement indicated on sugar and sugar products met to consider the adoption of some African Standards under the auspices of African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO) and the development of other Nigeria Industrial Standards.

“The draft standards on sugar are very important as their wide usage as sweeteners for human consumption and as raw materials along the food value chain’’, Mr Osita Aboloma, the DirectorGeneral of SON said in the statement.

According to Aboloma, the present trend in the processing of sugar has necessitated the elaboration of new standards.

This, he said was because the quality of raw materials along the food value chain, the technological procedures and the handling determines to a large extent as well as guarantees the quality of the

According to him “It is, therefore, imperative for Nigeria to develop standards that take into cognisance these salient factors in a bid to forestall threat to life, waste of resources and to boost the quality of products both for local consumption and exports.’’

Aboloma commended Nigeria’s contribution to

from the adoption of these harmonised standards through increased trade opportunities and competitiveness of its goods and services at both the African, sub regional and global levels, he said.

The standards considered for adoption at the meeting were: ARS 875-2017 Raw Cane Sugar, ARS 876-2017 Brown Sugar, ARS 58-2017

standards within the African continent to improve intraAfrican trading capacity, cross border products and services competitiveness and advancing the welfare of the people of the continent.

and Determination of Lactose Content by High Performance Liquid Chromatography.

The draft Nigeria Industrial Standards also considered during the meeting were for glucose and sucrose.

Gov Ganduje

Kano Govt shuts 4 pharmacies for selling narcotics on Tuesday shut down four pharmaceutical outlets in Gwale Local Government Area of the state for selling narcotics and uncontrolled drugs.

A statement signed by the Chairman of the were operating without license and due registration with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria. state to be mindful of where they purchase their drugs and to report any pharmaceutical store suspected of selling uncontrolled drugs and narcotics.

LCCI seeks more private sector financing for health Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has called on the Federal Government to adopt

Mr Babatunde Ruwase, the President of LCCI, made the appeal at a forum on celebration of World Malaria Day held in Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial nerve centre.

The programme was organised by LCCI in L-R: Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Economic Planning & Budget, Mr. Abayomi Kadiri; Chairman, House Committee on Economic Planning & Budget, Hon. Gbolahan Yishawu; Commissioner for Economic Planning & Budget, Mr. Segun Banjo; Special Adviser to the Governor on Information & Strategy, Mr. Idowu Ajanaku and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Information & Strategy, Mrs. Kofoworola Awobamise at the on-going Y2018 ministerial press briefing as part of activities to mark the third Year in Office of Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, the Secretariat, Alausa, Ikeja…. on Tuesday

Ramsey Nouah raises the alarm over impersonation Popular Nollywood actor, Ramsey Nouah, has raised the alarm over an impostor, saying ‘‘someone has been impersonating me for months! I don’t understand how my colleagues and others

continued to work with the fraud’’.

Nouah, who stated this on his Instagram page on Monday, added that the impostor has been misleading unsuspecting members of the public.

The Instagram post quoted

him as saying that “I am out here in #Dubai but he’s currently on a a director that I thought knew are underway to apprehend whoever the impostor is and bring him to feel the full weight

of the law. Updates soon!”.

It would be recalled that in 2010,Ramsey Nouah won the African Movie Academy Award for ‘Best Actor in a Leading Role’ for his performance in the ‘Best Picture’ award-winning

(NLNG).

The World Malaria Day is celebrated on April 25 annually to create awareness about the scourge of malaria, suggest recommendations for possible solutions and controls. in 2016, this represents less than 41 per cent of the estimated $6.5 billion needed annually till 2020 in order to reach the 2030 global malaria targets.

“In 2016, there were 216 million cases of malaria in 91 reported in 2015.

“Malaria deaths in Africa accounted for 407,000 cases out of the global number of 445,000 in 2016, according to WHO statistics”, he said.

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S’ Court to upload judgments on website 7 days of delivery, says CJN

By Andrew Orolua, Abuja

which has been given directive to ensure,

The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Walter Onnoghen on Wednesday said that ongoing reform will ensure that all judgments and decisions of the Supreme Court are uploaded on the website within seven days of delivery.

Onnoghen said that part of the reform is meant to address the poor public perception of the judiciary which is a grave concern

are uploaded on the Site not later than 24

The CJN disclosed this during the launching of “Apex Quarterly Magazine” in Abuja. He reiterated the urgent need to improve public perception on the Judiciary.

He assured that the ongoing reform will avail opportunities to tell the World the true state of things in the Judiciary.

Justice Onnoghen also said that part of the reform entail the reconstitution of the

The Website, he added is being redesigned to make it compatible with both desktops and handheld devices. Justice Onnoghen said that he has also instructed the Chief Registrar of the Court to ensure that Court’s Practice Directions are regularly uploaded and updated while the bio-data of Justices of the Supreme Court and the Cause List should be regularly updated.

The CJN said that given the spate of unsavoury comments on the National Judicial Council in particular and the Judiciary in general, “a more holistic approach to information management will be adopted with a super- structure of responsibilities and hierarchy with a view

the Judiciary to function optimally.”

He said “the Information Department of the Council will therefore, be restructured to be more proactive so as to, from time to time, project the Council and Judiciary before the public through the media and to assuage the negative and damaging perception.”

He said cautiously opening up the Judiciary to the public will help to change the wrong perception people have of the activities of the Courts.

He said that where people are well informed, incidents of rumours, fake news,false allegations, petitions, among others, are reduced.

“We must be in absolute control of our Institutions and Courts as well as what information we put in the public domain. of damage control, and more of proactive dissemination of information,” he said.

CCT tries 55 politicians, civil servants, others in Bauchi try 55 defaulters who have violated various provisions of the Code of In his remarks, Chairman of the Tribunal, Justice Danladi Umar, said

Umar, promised that all cases would be treated dispassionately with a view to ensuring that justice was done to all defaulters.

He then called for the cooperation of everybody to ensure the smooth conduct

Accident: 3 die, 6 sustain injuries in Abuja auto crash Three persons were feared dead in a ghastly multiple accident on

Members of the Buhari Support Group, Akwa Ibom state chapter, Uyo during the opening of the state chapter.

FG fighting cyber-crime through domestic policies –Malami domestic policies, legislation as well as multilateral cooperation.

Malami, this in Abuja at a meeting with the delegation of the Council of Europe on an Initial Assessment Visit to Nigeria

Coordinating Team.

Represented by the Director, Public Prosecutions, Mr Umar Mohammed, he said that the Cybercrime Act, 2015 outlined the legal and institutional framework needed cybercrime.

According to him, in spite of the country’s

building considering the fast evolving technological developments.

“It is in this light that we welcome this initial assessment visit to identify the priorities that criminal justice authorities in Nigeria have to face, to pinpoint which areas to cover through the capacity building “This is through direct consultations with stakeholders and to formally inaugurate the Team that will support the Council of Europe in the multi-sector coordination and in Nigeria”, he said.

The consultations he added will serve parties to further identify capacity building issues and challenges particularly in the areas of legislation, capacity of investigators, digital forensics personnel, prosecutors,

judges and trainers.

Project Manager, Cybercrime Programme said that the delegation was in Nigeria to among other things, establish the national team.

“We are here to basically establish the national team in Nigeria to be the entry point for all activities to be developed in Nigeria and to assess the current criminal justice “We will also access the needs of the country in order to prioritise the activities in the country in the order that will be project was co-funded by the European Commission and the Council of Europe added that it currently had 12 countries and would last until 2021.

The multiple accident which involved three cars and a tipper, also left six others injured.

Our correspondent who visited the scene, reported that the victims were all taken to different hospitals in Abuja.

A witness, Mr Emmanuel Ade, told NAN that there was an initial minor accident involving a Toyota Hillux and a taxi cab at the scene before the fatal crash.

According to him, the major accident happened when the police were trying to control the traffic on the expressway.

Another witness, Mr Musa James, also said that the major accident occurred when the tipper appeared to have lost control while approaching the scene.

“The driver of the tipper was trying to maneuver his way when he noticed he could not control the vehicle.

The police were on the road stopping the tipper,’’ James said.

Mr Jafaru Wakili, another witness, arrived at the scene, an angry mob descended on them and chased them away.

Kazeem, confirmed the incident, saying a tow truck deployed to the scene was attacked by the mob. occurrence which also involves civil defence and Police.

“He has ordered that perpetrators of the act should be fished out and dealt with appropriately.”

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Politics APC can’t win elections in Bayelsa, Dickson declares Bayelsa State governor, Honourable Seriake Dickson has once more said the All Progressives Congress (APC) cannot win elections in Bayelsa State. He said APC in Bayelsa is a party harbouring, protecting and arming criminals to kill innocent citizens and can never be entrusted with the people’s mandate.

The governor according to a press statement signed by his Chief Press the assertion in Government House, Yenagoa during the swearingin ceremony of six new Special Advisers.

Top amongst them were Mr. Guy Murray Bruce, who was assigned Special Adviser, Entertainment and Tourism Development and a former lawmaker and a former APC chieftain, Hon Ayiba Duba, who took charge as Special Adviser Political Governor Dickson noted that, the PDP through the restoration government under his watch has transformed the landscape of Bayelsa and provided credible leadership to the people.

While congratulating Hon. Duba for defecting from the APC, the governor called on the few other good people who have seen the deceit, emptiness and criminality in the ruling APC to return to the PDP. The governor also inaugurated the Teachers Training, Registration and henceforth, all public and private teachers would undergo training, board, as part of quality control measures.

He also applauded the new Special Adviser on Tourism and Entertainment Promotion, Mr. Guy Murray Bruce for his achievements in the entertainment industry and urged him to bring his wealth of experience to bear on the state with the view to making Bayelsa a tourism and entertainment hub in the country.

His words: “I have said it again and again that the APC cannot win any elections in this state. Bayelsa remains a stronghold of the PDP. The people of Bayelsa know what the PDP is doing for them in terms of leadership and development.

So they will not allow themselves to be deceived by the other party that has clearly shown to Nigerians this country. APC in Bayelsa State harbours, protects criminals and arms criminals to maim and kill innocent Bayelsans. It is these same criminals that move about freely with police protection and Bayelsans know them.

“Election is not about terrorising the people; it is not about using security to threaten and hound the electorate. Honourable Ayiba Duba, you were deceived but now that

Gov Dickson returned home to PDP, I expect you to join hands with government in bringing about more development which only the PDP has the capacity to provide for our people.

“I also urge you to tell the few others like you who are still in the APC to cross over to the PDP fold as our umbrella is big enough to accommodate every good Bayelsan.”

Aside Bruce and Duba, Hon Bobolayefa Owoupele was posted to Development Control, Chief Natus Zebakeme takes over Culture, Chief Sunday Omekwe was deployed to take charge of Public Service Reforms, while Mr. Andy Obed- was named Hon Dein Benadoumene took State House of Assembly Service Commission, while Mr. Jephthah Wilson, Mrs Aperetari Ogugu, Mr. Emina Bioghoemi and Moses Talbot

are members. Other members include, Mr. ThankGod Igbanibo, Mr. Godwin Worikumo and Mr. Billy Tobiyei.

The governor also inaugurated Dr. Asiam Blessing Ikuru, as Chairman of the Post Primary Schools Board and Mr. Oyinkuro Asanakpo as Chairman, Bayelsa Volunteers.

Also inaugurated were the Director General, Inspectorate and Special Education, Biboye Ogola, Mr. Pius Jonah, Chairman, State Universal Education Board and Mr. Tony Ekisah as Chairman, Education Safety Corps.

The Governor charged Dr Ikuru to henceforth, ensure that teachers in both public and private schools undergo training, retraining and

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Oyegun heads for second term

By Patrick Okohue The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief John OdigieOyegun on Tuesday received the endorsement of some APC leaders from the North-East, North-West and North-Central.

“A change of leadership is not on the cards. There is no surprise in the air. The dynamic national chairman is sure to win” the leaders said.

In a statement in Dutse and signed by the chairman of APC United Front, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa, the leaders praised Oyegun for unifying the ruling party, fostering collaboration and encouraging engagements that neither diminishes others moral worth.

“The result of the APC chairmanship election won’t surprise anyone” Calling his performance in four years exciting, the leaders said the APC under Oyegun’s leadership existed as a united political group.

“APC is not a loose coalition of personal and sectional factions.”

They hailed Oyegun for his reconciliation of feuding political groups and his commitment to a greater Nigeria.

“The incumbent, Chief Oyegun will be reelected for the second time. Party faithful and their leaders in the North are certain of Oyegun’s victory” Oyegun for bringing unparalleled brilliance and unbridled patriotism to the chairmanship job.

“Oyegun is a stabilising factor in Nigerian politics. His success in the convention will be based on his performance, popularity and honesty. Other aspirants do not pose serious danger to Oyegun. leaders said.

They commended South-East and South-South APC leaders for supporting Oyegun. “We don’t want a southern gang up against the North. We don’t want to be plunged into darkness. Oyegun, a role model and an icon, is held in majority of Nigerians. He believes in the course that seeks to prime humanity to loftier heights,” the leaders added.

They also urged the APC National Leader and former governor of Lagos State, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other APC leaders in the South-West to back Oyegun’s candidacy because “We need to avoid deadlock”

quality control measures. He said any

Odigie-Oyegun

APGA has no alliance with APC – BoT member

By Alphonsus Nweze, Awka A Member of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA), Chief Rommy Ezeonwuka, has said the party has no marriage with the All Progressives Congress election.

Chief Ezeonwuka who is the Ogilisigbo was reacting to former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Chief Emeka Ihedioha’s allegations that APGA has an agreement to work for presidential ambition.

But Ezeonwuka said Ihedioha’s

allegations which can come from anybody, insisting that APGA has no working relationship with APC on

Theresa May, to revive same sex or gay marriage which has been

but capability. I don’t believe in all those bullshit. People who have transformed the world don’t have

He said Ihedioha’s allegations cannot be true when the party was

“I condemn it. It is an abomination.

It negates our culture for man to marry man or woman to marry woman.

We can’t support gay marriage in Nigeria” said Ezeonwuka.

He disagreed with some elements within his party who have been campaigning in the social media against some aspirants in the party on the ground that they do not possess

Inspite of the outcry by the traders over relentless demolition of their

election. our presidential candidate who must be of an Igbo extraction. No other Ndigbo. APGA is a reliable party to our candidate will win when he emerges,” Ezeonwuka said.

The Ogilisigbo condemned the

positions they are eyeing.

orders of Governor Willy Obiano in Onitsha, Chief Ezeonwuka backed it, saying that those street traders were defacing the state in spite of constant warning by the state government.

“Government should sanitise the markets and streets in the state. They were warned on several occasions not to block the roads and streets leading to markets, but they will not hear.”

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Nigerian youths not ready to take over governance – Tobun Hon. Abiodun Tobun a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Epe Constituency 1 turned 55 years old yesterday, April 25. He recently spoke with some journalist on life at 55, saying there has been no regret in life, adding that he takes things as they come. He also took a swipe at some Nigerian youths, whom he said are not ready to take over governance in the country. Tobun, also spoke on issues affecting the development of the state, security and why he is looking younger than his age. PATRICK OKOHUE reports.

Just last week the Lagos State governor commissioned 19 roads and two bridges in Alimosho area alone. Why the concentration on Alimosho, when there are other areas to be touched in the state?

I think the commissioning is a landmark and it is monumental, as it is a way to impact on the lives of the people in the area. It is also meant to open up economic activities in that axis to link Ogun State to Lagos State to enhance business and trading activities and to make life more meaningful to the people in that area. More so, there is also the need to appreciate the people of Alimosho for being loyal to the government and for voting enmasse for the governor during the last election. These roads have been there for a long period of time and the people and packing out of their houses.

They were now going to central Lagos and increasing congestion.

Now, they are back in their homes.

So, the approach of the governor was to move the people back to the place. The people living in that area are happy because their businesses have started happy with what the governor did. Concentrating in that place is not a bad thing. I don’t think the governor has even concentrated on that area, developments are ongoing all over the state. Go to Badagry, it would seem as if the governor is concentrating on the place alone, go to Lagos Island, you would think he is developing only the place. Go to Epe, go to Ikorodu. Ishawo to Ikorodu road is being repaired. Most of the roads in Ikorodu are being repaired. he recently commissioned it and the one in Ajah. What of Ojodu Berger, development is ongoing there. All these were done before the 19 roads and two bridges in Alimosho. The impact of the governor is being felt all over the state.

Talking of Badagry road, can’t the governor do some palliatives there because the road has become something else?

The government would still do something on the road. We should

Kwara State, where several people were killed during bank robberies, the Boko Haram issue, killings by Fulani herdsmen and others.

There are sabotage on Nigeria, there are people who want to make

Hon. Tobun even commend the Lagos State Government for starting the road, after all it is a Federal Government road. It is a road that links Nigeria with some other countries. It is expected that the government that generates revenue there should repair the road. The Lagos State Government has given the road to contractors and so much money has been spent on this.

This is being done with light rail to make Lagos catch up with other countries of the world. If they have given the road to contractors, do they need to start doing palliatives again? Also, don’t forget that the vehicular movement on that road is very high and a lot of heavy trucks pass through the road that goes through Cotonou and others.

The state government is doing the road from Apakun through Oshodi to Murtala Muhammed International Airport and some other Federal roads in the state.

The Federal Government should come in to do the roads. Look at Oshodi-Apapa Expressway, it was in a bad shape and the state government spent a lot of money on the road. Till today, the Federal to reimburse the state government.

Thank God, the Minister of

Works, Power and Housing, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola is a former governor of the state, so he would

The Federal Government has reportedly approved almost $500 million to procure security equipment without recourse to the National Assembly. Do you think this is in order?

I think security issue is not something to be discussed anyhow.

You have to take action not rhetoric.

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Government should strive harder.

However, the Federal Government does not have absolute powers to commit such amount of money into security without informing the parliament. They must inform the parliament and the parliament must give approval. This is not a private business, it is government’s business and there are three arms of government; legislature, executive and judiciary. The three arms must be seen to be independent and the legislature must give approval limit to the executive.

The executive must inform the National Assembly, they must be informed so that they could monitor the expenditure. When you don’t inform them how would they monitor the expenditure. So, they should allow the National Assembly to do their job. We must all work towards developing the country.

A lot of youths have come out planning to contest for the presidency of the country in 2019, what is your advice to them?

I am an apostle of youths participating actively in politics.

But, the thing is that are they ready or are they prepared? We have seen the case of Salisu Buhari, who became the Speaker of the House of Representatives only for the government to discover that he got

You can see what is happening in Kogi State that is being ruled by the youngest governor in Nigeria, a youth. The record does not show that he is getting it right. Many of the youths that have been given chance in governance have not been able to show professionalism or intellectualism to show that they are ready to take over from the older ones. For youths to take over from the older ones, I support that, but not youths that want to take over because they are jobless and inflict more damages on the country.

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there through the back door and he was thrown out of the parliament.

You can see what is happening in Kogi State that is being ruled by the youngest governor in Nigeria, a youth. The record does not show the youths that have been given chance in governance have not been able to show professionalism or intellectualism to show that they are ready to take over from the older ones. For youths to take over from the older ones, I support that, but not youths that want to take over because they are jobless country.

What will you say to the likes of Fela Durotoye, Omoyele Sowore and others who stand out among the youths that want to be president in 2019?

What is their antecedent? What positions or the other? Were they working for the people or for themselves? Look at President George Weah of Liberia, he was not given the chance to be the time he contested because he did not have the prerequisite at that time. He was asked to go and learn despite the popularity and money that he had. So he went back to masters. He was well nurtured and became matured. Some of the people you have mentioned have Masters degrees, but are they ready, have they served the people before.

The issue of presidency is too big to toy with. Some youths that served as chairmen of local governments became terrors to their constituents; their fear was the beginning of wisdom. I am not saying the youths cannot serve, but it must be those that are ready to serve. Not those who believe that it is their turn to make money.

Looking back, at 55, do you have any regrets?

I don’t have any single regret. I am happy and I thank God. What do you look forward to as you approach 60?

Let God give me good health, let me see my grandchildren and let them prosper. Let me continue to prosper in my life.

What has been your secret of looking this good at 55?

I am not an adventurous person.

I am contented with what God has given me. Where I am now I believe God made it possible for me. I am contented. Some people are multi- billionaires, while some are poor, but I am contented with my level presently even if I drink ‘gari.’ My prayer is that I don’t want sickness or something to and happiness afterall my children

planning to build a skyscraper unless God gives it to me.

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Ajaokuta Steel: Nigeria should stop victimising investors

rdinarily, the ongoing probe of the circumstances that led to the sorry state of Ajaokuta Steel Company and others in the sector by the House of Representatives in Abuja should be welcomed and commended by all well-meaning and patriotic Nigeri-

ans.

However, the on-going probe is neither the first nor the second and not even the sixth time federal lawmakers in Nigeria have carried out similar inquisitions on the abandonment and non-functionality of Ajaokuta Steel Company and the National Iron Ore Mining Company (NIOMCO) Itakpe both of which are located in Kogi State as well as the Delta Steel Company (DSC) Warri, Delta State.

The question is, “Why has all the previous probes failed to produce tangible results and help to rescue these strategic national assets that are supposed help industrialise our country?” The answer is simple: The probes provide platforms where people appear to express fancy talks, emotional/primitive patriotism and semantics rather than informed views that are based on facts obtained from well-informed knowledge.

In the past, the Federal Government has been misled by the outcome of these jamborees called probe to make policy decisions and take actions that were not realistic but only satisfied “popular” opinion of the moment. One of such emotion-driven decisions was Late Yar’Adua administration’s termination of the concessions granted Dangote by former president Olusegun Obasanjo to operate some refineries in Nigeria. When Yar’Adua took that decision, many Nigerian applauded the late president, saying it was patriotic.

But over ten years down the line, Nigerian refineries are not working while we are still importing petroleum products with huge subsidies and scarcity. Yet the so-called patriotic activists that misled a nation have gone dumb while the people suffer excruciating pain and agony to access the products. Just imagine

what Nigeria would have gained if Dangote was allowed to operate those refineries these ten years.

Apart from refineries, Yar’Adua also terminated the concession on the Aluminium Smelter Company of Nigeria (ASCON) in Akwa Ibom and the Ajaokuta Steel Company/NIOMCO. To date, ASCON has been a product of dispute between the Federal Government and the concessionaires which has left the plant unattended to while denying the nation and the people both Aluminium products and the foreign exchange it would have generated.

Ajaokuta Steel was even lucky to some extent.

The massive plant site of the steel company which Nigeria abandoned for years after the exit of the Russians that constructed it, was resuscitated and put into effective operation by the concessionaires, Global Infrastructures Nigeria Limited (GINL) just three months after takeover. GINL did not only begin to produce several steel products, the company took over the payment of the salaries of 3,500 amounting to N285 million monthly wage bills (about N3.4billion annually).

With that development, Nigeria’s real estate sector began to boom as steel products from Ajaokuta were available, jobs were creating out of the ripple effect among other positive impacts to the nation’s economy. But Yar’Adua, no doubt a good man, terminated the concession because the same emotional activists told him that GlINL did not meet its target in terms of volume of production and completion of other parts of the plant. They were also accused of asset stripping.

Before the termination of the concession, the company had issued several statements in which it stated that the concession agreement invested some obligations on the Federal Government which were of critical essence to the full implementation of their own expectations. According to GINL Federal Government’s obligations include dredging of the Escravos River in Warri, completion of railways from Warri to Itakpe through Ajaokuta, among many others.

The company said that the failure of Nigeria to fulfil

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its own obligations affected their targets.

On assets stripping, Global said being integrated steel plant, that Ajaokuta, Itakpe and Delta Steel (which was later privatised to them) were designed to work hand-in-hand; and that the materials they took from Ajaokuta to DSC were only consumables, borrowed after necessary approvals by the Ministry of Mines and Steel as is practiced in other countries.

The company released details of the consumables as well as approvals from the Ministry.

But Yar’Adua, ignoring their position, unilaterally terminated the concession and drove the investors out of the plant site which made them to go to court of arbitration in London, claiming 1Billion Dollar in damages.

During the administration of President Goodluck Jonathan, Federal Government negotiated an outof-court settlement with GINL but could not fully implement it before the end of that administration.

When he took over as Minister for Solid Minerals and Steel Development under the current President Muhammadu Buhari led administration, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, after analysing the cost implications of the case at the London arbitration as put before him by a committee set up for that purpose, got approval from the presidency to execute the original out-of-court settlement, the condition being the re-concession of NIOMCO to GINL to operate for seven years since they had operated for three out of the 10 years contained in the first concession agreement. With the new agreement, Ajaokuta was to be freed for Nigeria to operate.

Since GINL was chased out of Nigeria in 2008, the Ajaokuta Steel plant has remained a shadow of itself. No activity has taken place there in terms of operations in the plant. While the hundreds of well trained professionals in the company agonise that they are not usefully engaged, the Federal Government is still paying the nearly N3.4billion annual salaries of the workers as well as overhead expenses which were taken off the shoulders of the Federal Government when GINL operated the plant.

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Benue Killings: PDP urges presidency to halt mindless killings

By Tunde Opalana, Abuja The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has charged the Presidency to halt the senseless killings going on in Benue state immediately before it degenerates into a national crisis.

Prince Secondus, the party’s national chairman

Rainstorm: Ugwuanyi visits, sympathises with affected persons

By Moses Oyediran, Enugu Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State has paid an on-thespot assessment visit to scenes of the rainstorm that led to the destruction of about 100 homes, schools, a poultry farm and other public amenities at Agbogugu, Awgu Local Government Area of the state.

Gov. Ugwuanyi while at the disaster scenes sympathized

said in a condolence message he sent to the Benue State Governor Dr. Samuel Ortom and the Catholic Church in Nigeria on the Tuesday morning’s murder of two Catholic priests and 17 other worshippers of St Ignatius Quashi Catholic Church parish in Ukpor-Mbalom in Gwer local Government area of the state said that the latest of the killings in Benue state which began on a New Year’s Day is no longer bearable The PDP chairman said in a statement signed by his media Adviser Ike Abonyi, that the continued other parts of the country and the apparent inability of the government to stem it raises a lot of concern on the future of this country.

“From whichever angle you are witnessing what is happening in this country,

one thing is agreeable that this country is sliding dangerously” “Nigerians and the global community have continued to watch as all the tenets of democracy are being eroded and giving way to dictatorial tendencies.

“In the last one week we have watched as disturbing indices continue to crop up ahead of the forthcoming general election with APC administration either unconcerned or involved in a tactical endorsement of such act.

The PDP National Chairman alerted the nation and the international community that the tension in the land is being designed by the APC administration to charge up the polity to enable it carry out its agenda of abusing democratic process and the rule of law ahead of 2019.

Prince Secondus admonished the security operatives as professionals to bear in mind always the words of the former US President Theodore Roosevelt that “ patriotism means to stand with the country. It does not mean to stand with the President” that some group of gunmen should hold a state to ransom since January killing and maiming citizens and destroying their houses and the security operatives appear helpless.

“Where are the military operatives that carried out Python and Crocodile dances in South East and South South Region respectively lately brandishing their might to less dangerous citizens and who have been unable to tackle the Benue killings.

“How can anybody

instant to contribute its own share of the $1b security votes when the nation security architecture is not designed to protect their people?

“If we are to give in to the President’s assertions lately that these killer herdsmen are foreigners trained by late Libyan leader, Muamour our pride as a nation that a behind such deadly force that a living President and its army have no answer to. statement, PDP national publicity secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan said in the party is deeply worried over the unabated killings in Benue, Taraba, Nasarawa, Kogi, Zamfara, Plateau, Bornu, Adamawa and other parts of the country where

daily occurrence.

He said more worrisome is that the Federal Government has continued to allow these killings without any decisive steps to stem the ugly trend.

“President Muhammadu Buhari-led All Progressives Congress (APC) Federal Government must live up to its basic responsibility of protection of lives and our national territorial integrity.

Indeed, our citizens cannot continue to daily fall victims while the government fails their safety.

The party urged security agencies to take immediate steps towards apprehending the perpetrators and masterminds of this dastardly act and to ensure the safety of Nigerians, particularly in the troubled states.

informed them of the decision of his administration to provide shelters and relief materials to The governor had in the wake of the natural disaster on Monday night, which also wreaked havoc at Ugbawka, Nkanu East Local Government Area, “sympathized with the the Enugu State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) to commence immediate response by providing shelters and relief materials to the He assured the persons his administration will “do everything possible to protect and provide them with the necessary assistance”, reassuring the people of the state of the government’s commitment to their welfare and security of lives and property.

Speaking on behalf of the people of the area, the Traditional Ruler of Eziama Agbogugu autonomous community, Igwe Desmond Gov. Ugwuanyi for “his prompt visit and response through the provision of relief materials and other assistance”.

The Traditional Ruler described the natural disaster as devastating and unfortunate, disclosing that the last time they 1979.

He added that “the state government’s intervention was a welcome development and would go a long way to cushion that such calamity does not happen again.

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World Malaria Day: Invest in prevention, control, WHO tells world leaders

By Doosuur Iwambe, Abuja The World Health Organisation has tasked Nigeria and leaders across the globe to invest in malaria prevention and control in order to successfully reduce the burden on the killer disease in Nigeria and the world by the year 2030.

Speaking while addressing journalists in Abuja on Wednesday to commemorate the

World Malaria Day celebration, the WHO Regional Director for Africa, Matshidiso Moeti, noted that the allocation of adequate resources will go long way in eliminating the disease.

Represented by the WHO Nigeria country representative, Wondi Alemu, the WHO reiterated it’s readiness to partner with the World and Nigeria, to beat malaria, but added that the pace of progress must be accelerated to achieve a 40 per cent drop in global

malaria cases and deaths by 2020, compared to 2015 levels.

While stressing that the elimination of malaria requires above political leadership and intersectoral and crossborder collaboration, Alemu lamented that Nigeria currently has the highest burden of malaria scourge globally accounting for 27 percent of the disease’s prevalence rate.

He called on countries with development partners to boost investments in

malaria prevention and control, especially for new tools, to combat malaria.

This according to him will propel countries along the road to elimination, and contribute to the achievement of other Sustainable Development Goals, such as improving maternal and child health.

“I urge countries to allocate adequate resources and to work across sectors and strengthen cross-border collaboration.

“Malaria remains a major public health and development challenge and

the World Malaria Report 2017 documents shows an increase in global malaria cases.

“Fourteen countries with the world’s biggest malaria problem are in Sub-Saharan Africa including Nigerian and account for 80% of the global burden”.

The World Malaria Day focused global its devastating impact on families, communities and development.

The theme for this year’s malaria day is “ready to beat malaria”.

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Re-visiting ‘now that everyone is a journalist’ (12/08/16) (I)

Times Columnist MOHAMMED ADAMU

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And so the question has been asked through the ages: ‘how has the media utilized or how is the media utilizing this vast power’.

Is this awesome power being exercised with equally awesome responsibility?

Many including some reputable journalists themselves do not believe that the power of the media is being used conscientiously.

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North gets lion’s share in police recruitment’.

This was one of Daily Sun’s front page stories recently; and which obviously was an extension of the divisive media narrative about the alleged ethno-regional bias of the Buhari administration in the distribution of state resources and opportunities. The sharing of police recruitment slots was done per local government and the North having more such councils than the South, naturally had a couple more of the slots. This should logically have obviated the need for a screaming headline insinuating ethno-regional imbalance. Just as government’s explanation too that the distribution of job opportunities under the nPower program was ‘residency’ and not ‘origin-based’, should have obviated the need for the North to protest the existence of South-Eastern names on the list of many local governments in the North. By the way, if the virtue of allowing non-Northerners benefit from their ‘residency’ status in our midst, is strictly ‘its own reward’ –as ‘virtue’ always is- the North loses nothing by being eminently assimilating even where others may not eminently be as virtuous.

But the ethno-regional character of our ‘polity’ is not the subject of this piece. The agenda-setting mischief of some media is.

Mainstream and online media, by what we report or what we choose to ignore; by what we give prominence to or what we deliberately conceal; by what we luridly sensationalize or what we selfishly play down, are the reason for the unending ethno-regional schisms that have continued to define the character of our national life. It is said that ‘The truth you tell with bad intent, beats all the lies you can invent”. Meaning, for example, that if you tell a ‘truth’ with a motive to stir up controversy, of a fact then ‘stirring up controversy’ –and not telling a truth- is what you should be credited with. Just as I think former CBN Governor and Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, should be credited with ‘embarrassing’ Buhari’s Government if, and only if, the ‘truth’ he told recently about unethical Government-CBN relationship, was with a motive to embarrass it -and not a genuine desire to correct a sys-

temic wrong.

And although you can neither disprove the claim of Buhari-bashers to altruistic motive whenever they purport to tell truth to power, nor can you, conversely, prove their ill-intention, yet no one needs be a journalist to tell when the media is reporting the ‘truth’ with a motive to stir up controversy. Yes, it is true, for example, that the North had more police slots allocated to it than the South, but the Daily Sun’s reporting of that ‘truth’ was evidently with a motive to stir up controversy. And yes, some species of ‘truth’ are inherently debateevocating; meaning that no matter how they are told, they are more likely to provoke dispute than they may be to right wrongs or to establish an enduring reality. But generally it is in the nature of ‘truth’ -no matter how it is told- to banish falsehood and even to put liars to shame. Yet we do not always tell ‘truth’ merely to put liars to shame as we do to set the records straight and where necessary even to remedy wrong.

But it is to the mainstream –and not online- media that the aphorism is instructive which asserts that ‘The truth you tell with bad intent beats all the lies you can invent’. Because the online media is essentially –and thus incorrigibly- an outlaw. It can neither be exhorted to know the rules and the ethics of journalism nor can it be compelled to live by them. The online media lives by a totally different kind of creed, -an amoral creed which argues that ‘one does not have to be truthful to be virtuous’. To suggest that one does not have to be truthful to be virtuous, is to suggest that all that cometh to a fisherman’s net has to be ‘fish’.

Yet the Online media is even more forthrightly proud of its outlawcredo than the mainstream one is with its fiduciary duty to the timehonored ethics of the journalism profession. Whereas most of the online media makes no pretence

about its objective to ‘misinform’, ‘mis-educate’ and generally ‘titilate’, the mainstream media still pretends to ‘inform’, ‘educate’ and ‘entertain’.

Journalism generally, unlike other professions, is essentially doomed to its own self-harming porous borders. It admits the ‘good’, the ‘bad’ and the ‘ugly’. And with the advent of the online media, virtually every phone user is now a journalist; so that all hope, previously, that someday, journalism may have its own avenging angel to worry about how to wall-up its porous borders, is now lost for good.

With the advent of the online media even the mainstream media, to effectively compete, is now beginning to reassert pride in the business of stirring up controversy rather than the duty of publishing facts.

The power of the media as much as it is a veritable source for good, is potentially also a force for evil.

It is at once an antidote where it is deployed with a conscience, as it is also venom if applied irresponsibly. Either way it is a power already unleashed and at work.

And although Daniel Boorstin was being mischievous when he joked that “it’s the duty of a newspaper to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable”, yet what journalism does nowadays is to ‘afflict’ ‘the afflicted’ and to ‘comfort the comfortable’. We defend looters and we are in aid of them to gain back control of the affairs of the downtrodden. Newton Minow, President John Kennedy’s Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission in a meeting with America’s National Association of Broadcasters said about the power of the media: “Your industry possesses the most powerful voice…. It has an inescapable duty to make that voice ring with intelligence and with leadership”. And he warned that “just as history will decide whether the leaders of today’s world employed the atom

to destroy the world or rebuild it for mankind’s benefit, so will history decide whether (the media) employed their powerful voice to enrich the people or debase them”.

“Never” he said “have so few owed so much to so many” Richard Nixon’s Vice President, Spiro T Agnew, who was credited with the once popular blast on the American media as ‘an effete corps of impudent snobs’, in his comments on the power of the media, said “No medium has a more profound influence over public opinion…. So nowhere should there be more conscientious responsibility exercised than by the news media”.

And to this he too added: ‘We would never trust such power over public opinion in the hands of an unelected government –it is time we questioned it in the hands of a small and unelected elite.’ –the media. Ironically Nixon was soon to walk himself into the ethical minefield of investigative journalism, at the infamous Watergate scandal.

And media ethicists claimed that the collapse of the Nixon Administration ignited by the seemingly innocuous sparks of investigative journalism was one of the earliest and most celebrated contributions of journalism to democracy.

Also Napoleon Bonaparte, about the power of the media said “A journalist is a grumbler, a censurer, a giver of advice, a regent of sovereigns, a tutor of nations”, but then he quickly added: “Four hostile newspapers are to be feared than a thousand bayonets.’

And so the question has been asked through the ages: ‘how has the media utilized or how is the media utilizing this vast power’.

Is this awesome power being exercised with equally awesome responsibility? Many including some reputable journalists themselves do not believe that the power of the media is being used conscientiously.

To be continued

News 16 Court sentences man to death for armed robbery

By Gbenga Sodeinde, Ado Ekiti An Ekiti State High Court Wednesday sentenced a man, Kingsley Okorowande, to death by hanging after being found guilty of armed robbery.

Justice Lekan Ogunmoye who handed the death sentence, said the prosecution has proved the case against the convict beyond reasonable doubt therefore held that the convict was contrary to Section 1(2)(a) of Robbery and Firearms (Special Provision) Act Cap R11 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2014.

According to the charge sheet, the incident occurred on or about the 6th day of November, 2013 at Ori Apata Natha area of Basiri, Ado-Ekiti.

Okorowande robbed one Mrs. Medinat Babatunde of her laptops, handsets, jewelry, wristwatches and the sum of N210,000.00 while armed with

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Killings: Fayose warns against anarchy in Nigeria

By Gbenga Sodeinde, Ado Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti state has warned against what he described as anarchy, just as he raised the alarm that Nigeria was drifting towards a state of anarchy, calling on the international community to intervene and rescue the country from turning to a war zone, where mass killings is a usual occurrence.

Governor Fayose, who was reacting to the killing of 18 worshippers and the two priests in Benue State allegedly by herdsmen, President Muhammadu Buhari’s withdrawal of $496 million from the Excess Crude Account

(ECA) without approval of the National Assembly and the controversial arrest of Senator Dino Melaye, said it was obvious that “under this government of President Buhari, the constitution is on suspension.”

He said; “If half of the level aggressiveness being shown by the Police on the arrest of Senator Dino Melaye because of seeming concocted allegations is shown on the killings by herdsmen across the North Central States and other parts of the country, the rampaging killer herdsmen that are even killing policemen would have been brought under control.”

Special Assistant to the governor on Public Communications and New

Media, Lere Olayinka, said in a statement issued on Tuesday night that “it is alarming and curious that Father Joseph Gor, one of the Catholic Priests that were murdered in Benue State today, raised alarm on January 3, 2018, through his Facebook account on the occupation of Mbalom community by herdsmen. Yet, the priest was killed!”

The governor asked; “Why is the federal government allowing this seeming ethnic cleansing in Benue and other middle-belt States, such that President Buhari and the entire members of his government do not see the wanton killings as anything to be worried about?

“When did Nigeria degenerate to the level that

people can no longer worship peacefully in their churches or go to their farms? When did Nigeria become a state of anomie where people are killed even after raising alarm that there was threat to their existence?”

On the illegal withdrawal of $496 million from the Excess Crude Account, Governor Fayose said; “One day, this federal government will even stop releasing statutory allocations to States and Local councils. They are behaving as if the constitution of the country is already suspended and this should worry lovers of democracy in Nigeria.

He said it was alarming that “despite that Local Councils in Ekiti were in court, challenging

the federal government decision to withdraw $1 billion from the Excess Crude the Federation had already entered appearance in the suit number FHC/ABJ/CS/1264/17 that came up for hearing before Justice Binta Nyako on Monday, $496 million was taken from the Excess Crude Account.”

The governor, who described the President’s action on the illegal from the ECA as an insult on the National Assembly and the Judiciary, added that; “Only the National Assembly and the judiciary can save themselves from being turned to a nonexisting institutions already being done by the President.”

guns and cutlasses. arraigned on 21st February, 2017 when the charge was read to him to which he pleaded not guilty.

Six suspects were initially four of them, Eze Stephen, Toyin Faturoti, Ojo Gboyega and Alomaja Sunkanmi escaped during the Ado-Ekiti prison jailbreak.

Sulaimon Sunday, who was on bail, jumped bail. The charges were later split to give room for the speedy trial of the convict.

Prosecution counsel, Mr. Ayodeji Jayeoba, called four witnesses including two police Defense counsel, Mr. Lekan Olatawura, did not call any witness in defense of the convict.

Exhibits tendered include statement of the accused, a hammer, a saw blade, a live cartridge, cut-to-size pistol, among others.

Senate President Bukola Saraki addressing newsmen after visiting Senator Dino Malaye, who is currently receiving treatment at the National Trauma Centre of the National Hospital having jumped out of a moving Police vehicle in Abuja… on Tuesday. PHOTO: NAN

Automotive sector bill will provide enabling environment for local production –NADDC boss

By Chuka Kanu, Abuja Director General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), Jelani Aliyu, has said that the automotive sector bill currently awaiting presidential assent is environment for local production of cars.

Aliyu, made this known during a national workshop on reducing low

Sulphur fuels and global fuel economy initiative in Nigeria.

According to him, local production of cars will invariably curb importation of dilapidated cars into the country, assuring that solutions are on the way as such trend to continue.

In this vein, he recalled that the council met with companies like Toyota, Nissan, Volkswagen and others in South Africa recently, where agreements

were

reached

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establish factories for the production of their brands in Nigeria.

Besides, the NADDC boss, further said that “big chunk of petrol is Nigeria, so, we want a policy where they meet the environmental Sulphur standard and we are also of the existing ones’’.

In her contributions, Jane Akumu of the United

Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP), said air pollution which emanate from smoky cars and other sources poses the highest environmental, accounting for about 7 million deaths in the world and 20,000 in Nigeria annually.

She added that Nigeria, Egypt and South Africa have the cleanest mobility in Africa which is why UNEP is negotiating with oil exporting countries to ensure that clean fuel is

imported into Nigeria and other African countries.

She also urged Nigeria to check the standards and ensure that imported fuel is clean as obtained in large quantities.

In his remarks, the Minister of State for Environment, Usman Jibrin, said the ministry in collaboration with other relevant agencies have set up a policy to reduce importation of diesel into Nigeria.

“What we are trying to do now is to reduce the import of diesel from 3,000ppm to a waiver of 3-4yrs so that they can prepare to produce that level of fuel. Also, we plan to Federal Executive Council to approve so that it can implemented by the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources and Nigerian National Population Corporation,” he said.

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Nigerian prisons should be for reformation - Gov Okowa

By Nosa Akenzua, Asaba Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta state, joined the league of advocates of those calling that Nigerian Prisons should be for correction and reformation of inmates rather than places for punishment and stigmatization.

The Governor made the call Wednesday while declaring open the 5th Criminal Justice Reform Conference organised by the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Asaba.

According to the Governor, “it is exigent that we devise a template

for the prison system that focuses on correction and reformation, as against punishment and stigmatization.”

“We must objectively, dispassionately and solutions that will ensure the prison system only takes away the freedom lives; as such, inmates must be empowered with the knowledge and skills to become productive citizens upon regaining freedom, instead of reverting to a life of crime because they have no other choice,” Governor Okowa stated.

He also observed that technological growth has brought about a virtual

world and the “judiciary must demonstrate responsiveness to this new paradigm by continually updating and upgrading the skills and

loading of prosecution and defence witnesses’

to meet the needs of the legal profession, and ensure that the public continues to be served by competent courts of law.”

The Governor noted that Delta State in 2017 enacted the Administration of Criminal Justice Law

limits for suspects.”

He commended the

time limit for rendering of legal advice by the of information without seeking consent of the High Court Judge, front

oath and prohibition of stay of proceedings in criminal trials and

while the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. goodwill message, said, “we have domesticated and passed into law Delta State Administration of Criminal Justice Law in March, 2017 and in

make the criminal justice

“Lack of access to good counsel by the poor, continue practice of holding charge, media trials by security agencies, few properly trained prosecutors and inadequate funding of Criminal Justice agencies,” Rt. Hon. Oborevwori observed

Criminal Justice System and humane to engender legal system.

Senate President, Bukola Saraki and the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Walter Onnoghen in separate goodwill messages read by their representatives at the event, called for reforms that will strengthen the Nigeria’s justice system

Delta State House of Assembly has also passed into Law: Delta State Peace and Vigilante Commission Law, 2013; Delta State Security Trust Fund Law, 2014; Delta State Anti-Kidnapping Law, 2016; and Delta State Anti-Terrorism and Anti-Cultism Law, 2016.”

Nigerian justice system.

Chairman of the NBA Criminal Justice Arthur Obi-Okafor had in a welcome address, commended Governor Okowa for his support that the conference was important to strengthen the criminal justice system.

APC Congress: Enugu LGA chairmanship candidates endorse Nwoye for 2nd term

By Moses Oyediran, Enugu

Child Aid & Sponsorship Awareness Foundation (CASAF) visit to IDP camp Kuchingoro on the 2018 World Malaria day medical exercise, Free Malaria Test/Free Malaria Drug/Basic Consultation in Abuja… yesterday... Photo: Temitope Balogun

Adebutu charges party members to remain steadfast

By Abiodun Taiwo, Abeokuta A House of Representatives member representing Remo Federal constituency in Ogun State, Hon Oladipo Adebutu, has charged youths to remain steadfast in ensuring that good leaders emerge during the 2019 general elections.

Adebutu who is also an aspirant to the number one seat in Ogun State gave the charge while addressing his supporters after he was announced as

the Omogbadero of Owu Kingdom, Abeokuta by the Olowu of Owu Oba Adegboyega Dosumu in Abeokuta.

Adebutu said the only way the youths and other Nigerians could make any impact in 2019 general elections is to ensure that they obtain their permanent voters card.

He urged the party members and his supporters to be steadfast and always work for the progress of the party.

He promised to support and encourage any party member that can mobilize

honoured with. register for their PVC. Adebutu described Permanent Voters Card as APC administration.

He also charged youths to take their destiny in their hands, he said Nigerian youths are not Lazy, this is the time for the youth to take charge and change Commenting on his installation as Omogbadero of Owu Kingdom, Adebutu said the monarch has proven that he is a son to him considering the Chieftaincy title he was

great joy today, as we have come to pay our courtesy to our Kabiesi, the Olowu of Owu, we are greatly delighted and surprised as in the monarch’s wisdom, he has given us the title of the ‘Omogbadero of Owu kingdom.

I am his child as he has said that his friend’s child is his child as well. Baba has honoured the Adebutu family and we appreciate him and I pray that may he live long on the stool of his fathers.”

Ahead of the May 9th, state congress of the All Progressives Congress APC, the 17 chairmanship candidates of the party in the 2017 council election in Enugu state, have endorsed the state chairman Dr. Ben Nwoye, for a 2nd term in office, even as they presented him with cash of #100,000 to purchase nomination form.

The candidates, who said they have the support of their Deputies, stakeholders and the 260 ward Councillorship candidates in taking the decision, expressed satisfaction with the proactve and pragmatic leadership style of Dr. Nwoye, since assumption of office.

Speaking during the brief event which took place at the chairman’s Enugu resident, leader of the delegation, and Publicity Secretary of the group, Hon. Chiedozie Nwafor, said: “we decided to take this decision, because to whom much is given, much is expected.

“Going by the quality leadership style of our able chairman, and the matured manner he has piloted the in the state in the last few years, we are appealing to

him to seek for a re-election so as to enable him further nurture and consolidate the party. by the chairmanship candidate of Nkanu West LGA and Vice chairman of the group, Hon. Uche Ugwu, added that “The party is still growing in the state, and we need someone like Dr. Ben Nwoye to get it stabilised, He disclosed that the group operating under the platform of Enugu state APC local government chairmanship candidates’ forum is equally disposed to the re-election of all the party leadership beginning from ward to state level.

Responding, Dr. Nwoye, who expressed surprise and shock over the gesture, said as a man of the people he has no option than to heed to the clarion call.

He said “frankly speaking, am humbled and thankful to this great men and women of our party for this gesture, recalling 2014 without any contest.

“With this development who am I to say no, I have accepted to re-contest and serve our people, because it is not a right, but a privilege” Nwoye stated.

Nwoye, assured the group that he would continue to make internal democracy his watch word.

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2019: Buhari Support Group open campaign office in Edo

By Titus Akhigbe, Benin Senate Deputy Whip, has said the formation of many support groups for President Muhammadu bid is not aimed at creating division within the ruling All Progressives Congress this at the inauguration Council for New Nigeria L-R: Chairperson, Ojokoro Local Council Development Area(LCDA), Mrs Tijani Motunrayo; Chairperson, Ikeja Local Government (LG), Mrs Balogun Abigeal; Chairperson, Mushin LG., Banigboye Olajumoke; APC, South West Women Leader,and Con-vainer (LAWAA), Chief Mrs, Kemi Nelson; Iyalaje Surule, Islamiyat Arike Animashaun and Chairperson, Ifako- Ijaye LG., Pastor Modupe Oke during the presentations of cheques to the winners of Lagos women for Akinwunmi Ambode (LAWAA) March pass . . .on Monday. Photo: Olatunji Wale

Rivers 2019: Senator Abe formally declares to run governorship race

By Amaka Agbu, Port Harcourt The Senator representing Rivers East Senatorial District, Magnus Ngei Abe, has formally declared his intention to vie for the 2019 gubernatorial election under the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Rivers State.

Senator Abe made this declaration, Tuesday, while located at No. 21/23 Evo Road, Addressing the mammoth ceremony, Senator Abe said he made up his mind to run the race after exhaustive consultation with his family, friends, and political associates. address the main issue that has divided the APC in Rivers State, as well as the burning question

whether Senator Abe will vie for the governorship in 2019 under

formidable incumbent with a lot of cash. that none of those who have

decision.

governorship of Rivers State in 2019 on the platform of the APC,” he declared.

Senator Abe maintained that the leaders of the APC in Rivers State, in 2015, zoned the governorship to the Rivers South

have consulted my family and political associates. And most importantly, my God.’ who advised me not to go for governorship. Several friends have also advised me to go for it. Some people advised me not to try it because of certain perceived opposition in the APC in Rivers State,” he stated.

of many groups to support

Conspicuously absent at the the South South and Rivers State, Minister of Transportation,

of doing a good job, adding that those who wanted him to vie for the position of governor believed he possessed values that he could add.

all advised me based on what they thought was good for me.

While some people warned me not to even try it because even

of our state and the future of

will be running against a very

have decided to run for the

say it is unfair and unjust for

the party must ensure that the congress are peaceful and fair.

Prince Chibudom Nwuche, urged members of the APC to support Senator Abe’s governorship ambition, stressing that he was a good and and capable to be the governor of the state.

Prince Nwuche said that Rivers people were not for sale during elections and advised them to ensure that every registrable person in the state got their voters’ card.

SGF gets final C’ttee report on Boko Haram detainees

By Mathew Dadiya, Abuja The Secretary to the Government of the

represented Permanent the

by the Secretary,

Government

of

the

and for doing a good job. report contained detailed information on detainees’ Receiving the report from the chairman of

Abdulrahaman Danbazzau into the welfare of the unfortunate citizens. expressed by the chairman

aspects of international relations, inadequate infrastructures, and human rights of the detainees, and promised that the report would be forwarded swiftly to Mr. President for his action. reiterated the commitment of the present administration to rein in all security challenges of the country and assured that the report would be the view to implementing all the recommendations.

the

chairman

of

the

General commended

Mamman President

inaugurated in December 2016 with the mandate of in the various detention prisons across the country. including todlers who followed their mothers into that some detainees had spent up to nine years for justice for suspects who might be innocent.

towards one goal; ``Don’t let this divide have promised to give

position has not been altered by the party.

the APC most also carry the moral burden if we fail to give opportunity to sections of the state that had been denied certain positions.

Abe warned the leaders of the APC to conduct a free and fair party congress for wards, local government and state as he said,

indication of division in APC. ``Please as a member of our party, don’t distant yourselves from these

state chairman of the party, member of the State Executive

Senator Abe said that Even those who advised him not to try it agreed that he was

the 2019 general election.

The senator, representing Edo Central district said ``we are happy

themselves available for future assignment.

The Permanent Secretary, Political and Economic Secretary to the Government Gabriel

Tanimu

Aduda

for its patriotism, passion and doggedness in carrying out the assignment.

2019,’’ he said.

Earlier in his address of welcome, the interim state chairman of CNN, Chief Solomon Edebiri said massive turnout of Edo people at the ceremony was an indication of their

that we align with the vision of Mr President to build a new Nigeria that will not be plagued by corruption but provide a platform of hope for all Nigerians. ``We fully align with the vision and mission of the vision of Mr President prosperous Nigeria. to ensure victory at the 2019 general election for APC and Mr President,’’ he said. along airport road, was inaugurated by Sen. Abu of trustee chairman.

Some of the dignitaries at the occasion included Sen. the National Assembly, Sen. Magnus Abe, Wilson APC state chairman.

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Okowa inspects multi-billion naira projects in Asaba

By Nosa Akenzua, Asaba Governor Okowa of

Ifeanyi Delta

said the storm drainage projects embarked upon were designed to stand the test of time and ensure Speaking after inspecting construction works at the ultra-modern multi-billion-naira

Secretariat

and

Storm

the Governor expressed satisfaction with the pace of work done on the projects. “though the contractor has 18 months to deliver

this rainy season.”

Fielding questions from journalists after inspecting the level of work done at the were designed to stand drainage project will empty

from what we can see with the level of work done Roads to the Anwai River.”

On the issue of people dropping their

household wastes into the drainages which could lead to blockage if not Environment has already mapped out wholistic solutions to the discharge will be revenue courts to try those who will dump their refuse indiscriminately and restrain from engaging in

illegal disposal of wastes.” being constructed with means of controlling wastes that will empty into the

disclosed that to enable them work during the precast drains to ensure that their activities does not

don’t want to experience town.

“The precast will be used said.

Project

Manager

of excavate like 20 metres and

Jihad Yaghi who expressed joy that Governor Okowa was encouraging them to

UPTH management mitigates JOHESU strike

By Memoye Oghu, Port Harcourt The management of the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) has taken steps to mitigate the plights of its patients from the ongoing nationwide strike by the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU).

One of such steps is a meeting between the hospital management and the UPTH chapters of the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) and the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) towards plugging the gaps arising from the strike.

A statement signed by the Hospital’s Public

Doctors (ARD) towards ensuring that gaps arising from the withdrawal of services by the striking workers are adequately covered and a periodic review of the situation made to ensure healthcare service delivery is not disrupted.”

The statement went on say that the management of the Hospital assured members of the public that UPTH remains open and that it would continue to render services within the limit of available resources.

The statement however

stated that the Accident and Emergency Department of the hospital remains even as the management appealed to both the federal government and the striking JOHESU to explore all legitimate avenues for dialogue

to end the strike in the interest of the public.

Our correspondent who visited the hospital that it was business as and buzzle is reduced as a result of the ongoing strike.

A Unionist who refused name in print informed that if not that it was a chapter of the Union has no reason to go on strike because of the good works of the current CMD.

a copy of which was made available to the Daily Times says that: “The Prof Henry A. A. Ugboma led other members of the Medical Advisory meeting with members of the UPTH chapter of the Medical & Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) and the Association of Resident

L-R: Mrs. Bunmi Babalola, Pastor Sunday Adebayo Babalola during the installation of Pastor Babalola as the Baba Egbe, Cathedral Church, of St. Paul Anglican Church Omu-Aran in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State.

11 robbery suspects killed in gun duel with police in Delta

By Nosa Akenzua, Asaba

Hardworking police detectives and AntiRobbery Squad at the Asaba in the early hours 11 armed robbery suspects suspects’ which was said to have lasted several hours in Ogwashi-Uku-Ubulu-Uku Highway.

The Police Image Maker the incident to our reporter and men of the AntiRobbery Squad ran into the armed robbery suspects around 5:30am operating along Ogwashi-Uku-Ubulu-

escaped with serious bullet wounds adding that the police were on the trail of the suspects with bullet wounds who escaped into the bush.

It was gathered that Ubulu-Uku-Ogwashi-UkuObior highway had been

the robbery suspects in a cases unsuspecting motorists

including pedestrian have fallen victims to these gun wielding robbers.

Investigation revealed that armed hoodlums had over times ambushed the traders who travel between Ubulu-Uku and Umunede Community in Ika NorthEast Local Government Area of the state for their are dispossessed of their

valuables including money.

Uku Festus Osakwe who

Image Maker in the state in a Detectives

acted

swiftly

deplored our police men engaged the armed robbers and ensure the hoodlums are brought to book” disclosing that the corpses of the robbery suspects were dumped at the OgwashiUku Central Hospital’s Mortuary A resident of Ubulu-

were over 16 armed men unsuspecting pedestrians on to always frequent the road for us”.

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FCT Tenement rates: AMAC Chairman insists on payment

By Idu Jude Abuja Chairman of Abuja Municipal area council AMAC in the Federal Capital Territory Alhaji Adamu Candido, has insisted on the rights of the six area councils in collecting tenement rates, despite high court judgment delivered last week stopping the idea.

Adamu Candido, however, advised property owners within the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) against reneging on paying promptly their tenement rates to the Council’s authority, as is usually done.

The AMAC Chairman, while reacting to the judgment, held that AMAC power to make Bye-Laws for the collection of tenement rates in the FCT, but has to depend on the National assembly in obtaining such as the Federal capital territory.

Candido recalled that prior to the said court judgment; the National Assembly in August 2017 lifted the suspension on tenement rate collection from property owners, and conveyed a formal approval

to the FCT Administration for such rates collection within the Territory.

He noted that there has been plethora of judicial pronouncements, giving interpretation on the legality of tenement rates collection by AMAC, and they have all been in favour of the Council, as national assembly has delayed to to enact it into existing law.

According to him, the most profound judgment was that of the Court of Appeal in Advin Ventures Ltd &2 Others Vs Chairman, Abuja Municipal Area Council, delivered on May 12, 2014.

“Any other judgment delivered by any High Court in FCT on tenement rates collection contrary to the position of the Court of Appeal in the above case cannot and will not operate.

“We hereby state categorically that we are a Council that is law abiding and would at all respect constituted and judicial authority in their order.

“The Court of Appeal is higher in hierarchy to the High Court and other lower courts in Nigeria, and until the Supreme Court of

Nigeria sets aside or varies the judgment of the Court of Appeal remains the authority as far as collection of tenement rates within FCT. “ We therefore appeal to the general public especially property owners within the Council to continue in the exercise of their civic responsibility of paying their tenement rates to the Council’s authority, and also disregard any misleading Court ruling,” Candido stressed.

While disclosing that the an appeal against the latest High Court judgement, the AMAC Chairman reiterated his administration’s commitment to developing the Council with revenue being collected.

“We are legally exercising our statutory function of collection of tenement rates within our jurisdiction in order to provide basic infrastructure to the people,” Meanwhile the news broke about the new judgment by an Abuja high court on the revisal of the rights of the area councils collecting tenement rate last week.

Abuja Times recall that

tenement rate collection, has been in the front burner as the war rages between the six area councils and the parent body the FCT administration headed by the minister of FCT. the minister of the FCT, has demanded that the six area council be made to tarry to enable the national assembly the law making organ for the FCT prepare such laws before given such a legal backing.

In a landmark judgment last week, a court has declared as illegal the tenement rate collection by the six Area Councils of Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Delivering judgment in the case of Planned Shelter Limited Versus Abuja Municipal Area Councils and six others, at the Apo High Court 28, Honourable Justice Valentine Ashi declared as illegal, the demand for tenement rates by the FCT Area Councils even as he declared that there is no Act of the National Assembly to back up their demand to collect tenement rates from residents of the Territory. acknowledged

the

Constitution, as amended, Justice Ashi added that there must be an Act of the National Assembly that assessment, collection and enforcement of the tax. He therefore ruled that in the absence of such an Act, the Area Councils erred in law in the demand for and collection of such tax.

It would be recalled that the collection of tenement rate, which is used by State

H. Wodi, described the judgment as appropriate.

Forum holds peace summit in Taraba

By Okerafor Athanatius, Jalingo The Nigerian Ministers Forum for Peace and Reconciliation (NMFFPR) Wednesday held a Peace Summit with the theme, “Healing the Wounds rebuilding Taraba”.

The Summit, held at Lau, headquarters of Lau Local Government Area of the State, drew Participants Christian and Muslim alike.

In his address of welcome, the Council Chairman, Hon. lauded the organizers, said the Summit was a desirable panacea in restoring trust, hope, peaceful co-existence and progress in the State. that Taraba State has been bedeviled by crisis in recent times explaining that Lau has also had its own ‘fair’ share

Members of Islamic Movement of Nigeria ( IMN ) been chase away by the Nigeria police at Berger roundabout in Abuja... yesterday...Photo: Temitope Balogun

Government as well as the FCT, as revenue used for the development and provision of infrastructure for residents, had been a sore issue between the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and the Six FCT Area Councils on who has the right of collection. Speaking on the issue, Solicitor General,

NGO that recognizes the authority and leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), said the Forum is nondiscriminatory but working to reconcile every part of the Country engulfed “The vision, mission and aims are tolerance for peaceful habitation, anchoring on love and righteousness”, In his remarks, the Taraba State Secretary of the Forum, Rev. Samuel William Tula said the purpose of the Summit titled, “Healing the Wounds dialogue on the peace which he pointed out was missing especially in the Northern part of the State.

Rev.Tula who called on the gathering to contribute responsive ideas that will move the state forward further urged them to avoid hate and harsh speeches.

In a Paper presentation, Bishop John Wesley of the United Methodist Church in

lives lost, properties worth millions of Naira destroyed, many displaced and rendered homeless.

He however, thanked Governor Darius Ishaku for prompt response in bringing the recent crisis under control and that of other parts of the State seriously enmeshed in

Area said the failure of the Nigerian leaders to establish good governments, forge national integration and promote what can be called real economic progress through deliberate and articulated policies are the major causes of incessant communal, ethnic,

Also speaking, Taraba State Chapter Chairman, NMFFPR, Rev. Peter Obiefuna who described the Forum as an

that have characterized the Nigerian Nation today.

Bishop John Wesley, who spoke on the topic,

Kano spends N.5bn to fight malaria, other health issues

By Yakubu Salisu, Kano Kano State government said that it has spent 500 million Naira in the purchase and distribution of free anti malaria drugs and commodities to 748 health facilities across the state.

The free anti malaria drugs and other items which were distributed to 17 health facilities in each LGA include; free malaria Rapid Diagnostic Test Kits, free malaria preventive drugs for pregnant women,

free distribution of Long Lasting Insecticide treated nets in all the 44 LGA of the state as well as distribution of 40 Microscopes to general health facilities to aid parasitological diagnoses of malaria.

This was made known on Wednesday by the Kano State Commissioner of Health Dr. Ibrahim Getso during a press conference to mark this year’s World Malaria Day with the

Malaria is the most single common reason for outpatient consultation and visitation in the state. That the state has recorded over 1.3 million fever cases and documented nine hundred

MALARIA. According

of the state Governor Abdullahi Ganduje to

to

Getso,

of the disease in 2017 alone against all reported and tested fever cases, where He however applauded

the Ministry towards the elimination of malaria in the state through the provision of essential health care services both at the primary and secondary level of health care centers.

The commissioner also, warned that the state government has put in place measures to check fruits in the state using Calcium Carbide- CaC2, a known carcinogen-an agent having the ability to cause cancer in humans. That the dangerous chemical

compound is now being used by farmers and fruit fruits which at the end of the day, poses great danger to the health, this, he said would not be tolerated in the state.

Calcium Carbide according to experts, contains traces of Arsenic and Phosphorus which can cause cancer and damage the kidneys and liver.

Furthermore, he call on the general public to ensure proper personal hygiene and environmental

sanitation to prevent the outbreak of cholera which has been recorded in some neighboring states in recent times.

Under the leadership of Ganduje, the state health months of free Polio Virus, unprecedented massive expansion and upgrade of over 300 health facilities, recruitment of over 3,000 health workers provision of free maternal and child eye care services, TB, HIV amongst others.

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I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MAKINDE JELILAT AYOTEJU NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN CALLED AND ADDRESSED AS OLOYEDE JELILAT AYOTEJU. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS TESU RECHARD NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS GODWIN JUNIOR RICHARD .ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME

THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT MY NAME WAS WRONGLY WRITTEN AS CHIDOZIE SILAS IGBOKWE INSTEAD OF CHIDOZIE PAUL IGBOKWE. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS CHIE WINNIFRED IFEYINWA, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS EHIGIE-DUDLEY CHIE WINNIFRED IFEYINWA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

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FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS TIJANI BUSURAT AFOLAKE, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS KASALI BUSURAT AFOLAKE. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OKOLIE-OHA EMMANUEL CHINOMNSO NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OKOLIE EMMANUEL CHINOMNSO. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OKWUCHUKWU ANTHONY SOMODI, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OKWUCHUKWU ANTHONY SOMADINA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

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I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OKOLOUDEH JENNIFER NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OKOLOUDEH JENNIFER UJU. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS NWAOKOLO JOY IFEOMA NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OVILI MICHELLE IFEOMA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS TIVFA GODFREY AONDOFA, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS VINCENT GODFREY AONDOFA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

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FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS AYODELE MUYIWA SHINA, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS AYODELE MUYIWA OPEYEMI. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME

FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OKWUONU AMAKA, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS AKUKWE AMAKA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME

FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS BALOGUN BUKOLA IFEDAYO, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OGUNTOMOLE BUKOLA IFEDAYO. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS CHRISTOPHER VICTOR UDOH, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS VICTOR CHRISTOPHER EDON. ALL FORMER DOCUMENT REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC AND AUTHORITIES CONCERNED SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS DAWODU ADEBAYO OLAIDE NOSIMOT, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ADEROMBI ADEBAYO OLAIDE NOSIMOT. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC/ AUTHORITIES CONCERNED SHOULD TAKE NOTE.

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I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS TIJANI SAKIRAT ATINUKE, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS LAWAL SAKIRAT ATINUKE. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS AKANIRU OBIANUJU IFEOMA, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS. IGBO OBIANUJU IFEOMA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC/ AUTHORITIES CONCERNED SHOULD TAKE NOTE.

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I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS, MISS. JULIA OLISE, OLISE JULIA ANENE AND OLISE ANENE UBAH, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS, MRS. OLISE-UBAH JULIA ANENE. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD TAKE NOTE.

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS, FOLASHADE OMOLARA AKINFEMIWA, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS, FOLASHADE OMOLARA OLADAPOLAWAL. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS .STELLA CHIMA OKEREKE, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS .OGUBUNKA STELLA CHIMA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENT REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME

I,FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS HAZAN FATIMO ,NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS HASSAN FATIMO SIMBI . ALL FORMER DOCUMENT REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

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TRUSTEES: 1. IRENE OBIOMA NZIMIRO 2. IKENNA OFODILE NZIMIRO 3. UFUOMA FLORA EKPECHAM AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. TO PROVIDE PLATFORMS FOR THE SPIRITUAL, SOCIAL, AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF WOMEN 2. TO PURSUE MENTORSHIP PROGRAMS FOR THE PURPOSE OF MODELING SOUND SOCIAL AND SPIRITUAL CONDUCT AMONG WOMEN AND TO UNDERTAKE EDUCATIONAL INTERVENTIONS FOR WOMEN. 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: EBERE OKONKWO FCIS SOLICITOR.

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CHANGE OF NAME

CHANGE OF NAME

CHANGE OF NAME

CONFIRMATION OF NAME

CONFIRMATION OF NAME

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS AJAH AMARACHI BLESSING, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OGBONNAYA AMARACHI BLESSING. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS NWEKE PETER NWABUEZE, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS NWEKE PETER OGBONNA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. BANKS AND GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

THIS IS TO CERTIFY AND CONFIRM THAT ABIAKA IFEOMA CHINYERE PEARL,EBOH IFEOMA CHINYERE PEARLS AND EBOH IFEOMA CHINYERE REFERS AS ONE AND THE SAME PERSON NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS EBOH IFEOMA CHINYERE. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

ADDITION OF NAME

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS CHIMA VIVIAN ODINMA, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ODII VIVIAN ODINMA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. BANKS AND GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

THIS IS TO CERTIFY AND CONFIRM THAT OMEYE KINGSLEY, UGWELE KINGSLEY EJIOFOR AND UGWUELE KINGSLEY EJIOFOR REFERS AS ONE AND THE SAME PERSON NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED ASUGWUELE KINGSLEY EJIOFOR. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. BANKS AND GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

THAT I WAS FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ANEKE UKAMAKA , THAT I NOW WISH TO ADD LOVINA TO MY FORMER NAME THAT I NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ANAKE UKAMAKA LOVINA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTES.

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I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS EZINNE CHISOM VIVIAN OFFOR, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS EZINNE CHISOM VIVIAN DANEZEOFORKILE. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS DIKE JOYCE NGOZI NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS NWANKWO JOYCE NGOZI. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS EKPE KELECHI CONFIDENCE NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS EZIOKA KELECHI CONFIDENCE. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS SAMUEL LANRE NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MATHEW OLANREWAJU SAMUEL.ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS EMEACHI SEUN ANTHONY , NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS EMEACHI TOBECHUKWU ANTHONY. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS WISDOM ANIETIE INYANG, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS AKWAOWO ANIETIE INYANG. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CORRECTION OF NAME I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS AGU VIVIAN AMUCHE, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS AGU MARBEL AMUCHE. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME

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I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS UKAMAKA ALO ROSEMARY NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS NWAESO NWUKA ROSEMARY. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. BANKS AND GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS OKECHI CHINYERE RITA, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS OKORO CHINENYE RITA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

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I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MBAH EMELDA IFESINACHI NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MBAH CHARITY IFESINACHI. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. BANKS AND GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS OFORKA UCHECHUKWU CHINYEAKA NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS JOHNSON UCHECHUKWU CHINYEAKA DOVE. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. BANKS,NSITF AND GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

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I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ALOYSIUS JESSY HELEN ULOMA NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS THOMAS JECINTA ULOMA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ISIAKA MARIAM OMOTOLANI NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS AROGUNDADE ISIAKA MARIAM OMOTOLANI. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS AKINLEYE ADEDOLAPO HANNAH NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS AYODELE ADEDOLAPO HANNAH. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

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I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OPATOLA MAYOWA BUKKY NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS DOSUNMU MAYOWA BUKKY. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS JOY NOMEH NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS JOY IFUNANYA MARTINS. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OMOKALOH BLESSING CHRISTIANA. NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS DESTINY BLESSING CHRISTIANA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OYEYEMI FUNMILAYO BOLARINWA NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OMIUNU FUNMILAYO BOLARINWA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OGUNDERE TEMITAYO ABIDEMI NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS SAMUEL TEMITAYO ABIDEMI. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OLALEYE KEHINDE ESTHER NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OMOMOWO KEHINDE ESTHER. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CORRECTION OF NAME

CHANGE OF NAME

I FORMERLY KNOWN, CALLED AND ADDRESSED AS VICTORIA SHAKA MOMODU NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN, CALLED AND ADDRESSED AS VICTORIA OMOLUABI. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE

I,OYELOLA WISDOM WISHES TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OYELOPO ADEMOLA OLUFEMI ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS REMAINS VALID GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE

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FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OLUFOWOBI IBRAHIM AYODEJI NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OLUFOWOBI IBRAHIM AYOBAMI. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC NOTE.

MY NAME WAS WRITTEN AS FASHOLA IDRIS ON MY BANK ACCOUNT NOW WISH TO BE ADDRESSED CORRECTLY AS FASHOLA IDRIS OLUWASEUN. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID.BANKS AND GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

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I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ABIMBOLA FLORENCE GBONJUBOLA. NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN, CALLED AND ADDRESSED AS OYEWOLE FLORENCE GAONJUBOLA ALL DOCUMENTS AND CERTIFICATES BEARING MY FORMER NAMES REMAIN VALID. BANKS, NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE, RELEVANT AUTHORITIES AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS JOHNSON ADEMOLA HAKEEM NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN, CALLED AND ADDRESSED AS JOHNSON ADEDUNTAN ISAAC ADEMOLA. ALL DOCUMENTS AND CERTIFICATES BEARING MY FORMER NAMES REMAIN VALID. BANKS, NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE, RELEVANT AUTHORITIES AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

IROKO AKINLOLU GABRIEL

QUEEN CARING KALU

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I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS EZEH SUSSANA NGOZI, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS UKWUEZE NGOZI SUSSAN . ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ODERINDE BUKOLA FOLASHADE ,NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS.ADEBOYE BUKOLA FOLASHADE.ALL FORMER DOCUMENT REMAIN VALID,GENERAL PUBLIC NOTE.

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FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ABIODUN ADEFUGABI NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ADEWALE ABIODUN ADEFUGABI. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE NOTE. CORRECTION OF NAME AND DATE THAT ONORHAVWERE PRECIOUS IS MY NAME. THAT MY ON MY MAY/ JUNE (WAEC) CERTIFICATE WITH NO 4130233038, THAT MY BIRTH DATE WAS WRONGLY WRITTEN AS OCTOBER 7TH 1996 INSTEAD OF OCTOBER 7TH 1997. THAT MY CORRECT DATE OF BIRTH IS OCTOBER 7TH 1997 ,AND NOT OCTOBER 7TH 1996 AS WRONGLY WRITTEN. GENERAL PUBLIC AND WAEC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ADEBAYO FEYISAYO GRACE NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OJUMO FEYISAYO GRACE. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS FAITH ANIEDI NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS FAITH UKAGWU. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MARY AFUSA ADENUGA, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MARY AFUSA ADENUGA IDOWU. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS IBRAHIM KAZEEM ABIODUN NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS IBRAHIM KAZEEM AJADI. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CORRECTION OF NAME IN SOME OF MY DOCUMENTS MY NAME WAS WRONGLY WRITTEN AS OSEGBEDE GODWIN K INSTEAD OF ESANGBEDO GODWIN KELVIN NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ESANGBEDO GODWIN KELVIN. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, WEST AFRICAN EXAMINATION CERTIFICATE, AUTHORITY CONCERNED AND GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CHANGE OF NAME I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OKUTADE RUTH OLUWARANTI NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS AWONUSI RUTH OLUWARANTI. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, GENERAL PUBLIC TO PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

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ADDITION OF NAME

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FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ADESINA ADEKUNBI EUNICE NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ADESINA EUNICE FATOYE. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS UCHE PETER JOHN NOW WISHTO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS UCHE EGWU-ANYANWU.ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS SHOYOMBO OMOLARA FAUSAT NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS DAUDA OMOLARA FAUSAT. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

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I, FORMERLY KNOWN AS MISS JENNIFER MBA, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS JENNIFER SAMUEL. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AS MISS NWAGWU PRISCA NKECHI, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS CHIMEZIE PRISCA NKECHI. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. IMSUTH, UBTH, FIRST BANK, ZENITH BANK AND GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AS MISS NKWOALA CHIOMA GLORIA, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS AKUKWE CHIOMA GLORIA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

ADOGERI OGHORUYI IVIE

CORRECTION OF NAME/DATE OF BIRTH

LOSS OF DOCUMENT

CORRECTION OF NAME

THAT ON MY BANK DOCUMENTS, MY NAME WAS WRONGLY WRITTEN AS AFEGBUA MAHMUD MUSA INSTEAD OF MAHMUD MUSA AFEGBUA. THAT ALSO ON THE SAID BANK DOCUMENT, MY DATE OF BIRTH WAS WRONGLY WRITTEN AS 10TH DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1992 INSTEAD OF 10TH DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1996. THAT MY CORRECT NAME AND DATE OF BIRTH ARE MAHMUD MUSA AFEGBUA AND 10TH DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1996. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC OF LOSS OF ORIGINAL LAND DOCUMENTS, REG. AS NO 21/21/1447, REG. AS NO 87/87/1511, REG. AS NO 3/3/1630 AT THE LAND REGISTRY ENUGU BELONGING TO MR. VICTOR CHUKWU. ALL EFFORT OF TRACE THE SAID DOCUMENT HAS PROVED ABORTIVE. IF FOUND PLEASE CONTACT THE MINISTRY OF LANDS AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT.

THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT MY NAME ONWE JAMES CHUKWUEMEKA WAS WRONGLY WRITTEN DURING MY BVN REGISTRATION, BUT NOW WISH TO BE CORRECTED AND ADDRESSED AS OMEH JAMES CHUKWUEMEKA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT I THE ABOVE NAMED HAS BEEN AT VARIOUS TIMES BEING BEEN CALLED AKIN IROKO. THE ABOVE REPRESENT MY FULL NAME AND WOULD HENCEFORTH WISH TO BE SO ADDRESSED. CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSIONS AND GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS CHINWENDU QUEEN NNADI NOW WISH TO BE CALLED AND ADDRESS AS MRS QUEEN CARING KALU .ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS EDOMWONYI OGHORUYI IVIE NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESS AS ADOGERI OGHORUYI IVIE ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

CHIMTEMUDE SAMGOLD OKPOSO

IKPOKI REJOICE THOMAS

AUGUSTINA NDIDI

HAPPINESS SUNDAY

ADEMEFUN MUYIWA TAIWO

DORIS UMHOHE AHONYE

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MMACHIMELUM DIKE, NOW WISH TO BE CALLED AND ADDRESS AS MMACHIMELUM CHIMTEMUDE SAMGOLD OKPOSO .ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE .

I WAS FORMERLY KNOWN AS REJOICE THOMAS NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AS IKPOKI REJOICE THOMAS AND MY DATE OF BIRTH WAS WRONGLY WRITTEN AS 20TH DAY OF JUNE 1985 INSTEAD OF 27TH DAY OF JUNE 1985 ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID GENERAL PUBLIC AND AUTHORITY CONCERN PLEASE TAKE NOTE

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS EJIOFOR AUGUSTINA NDIDI NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS OWOLABI AUGUSTINA NDIDI. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC AND AUTHORITY CONCERNED PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS EDEM HAPPINESS AKPAN NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS GIDEON HAPPINESS SUNDAY. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ADEMEFUN TITUS TAIWO NOW KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ADEMEFUN MUYIWA TAIWO. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID, AUTHORITIES CONCERN AND GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS DORCAS UMHOHE AHONYE,NOW WISH TO BE CALLED AND ADDRESS AS DORIS UMHOHE AHONYE .ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE .

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BOARD OF TRUSTEE (1) PASTOR SAMUEL SUCCESS (2) MRS. TANIMOLA JOY (3) MR. EMMANUEL GARBA (4) PASTOR ADEGOKE TAIWO ADEKUNLE AIM AND OBJECTIVE TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS 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 :SECRETARY

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THE TRUSTEES ARE 1; ALBERT MICHEAL 2; REUBEN JANET AINA 3; ADETOBA ADESOPE SUNDAY OBJECTIVES: 1,TO PREACH AND TEACH THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST 2,TO EQUIP THE SAINTS FOR THE WORK OF MINISTRY 3, TO CONDUCT INDOOR AND OUTDOOR CRUSADE FOR THE TOTAL LIBERATION OF TOTAL MAN.

THE TRUSTEES ARE 1. TIJANI NOJEEMDEEN AKOREDE 2. TAIWO SOLIU OLAYEMI 3. ALABI OLUSEGUN KEHINDE 4. ADEJUMOBI MATTHEW OLALEKAN 5. HASAAN ISIMAIH OLASUNKANMI 6. KAMORU AKEEM

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THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. AMOKEODO IBIYINKA MARY 2. NELSON CHIDERA SONIA 3. NELSON NDUKA CHITO AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 1. TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF EVERY NIGERIAN CITIZEN WITH SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO THE LESS PRIVILEGED AND MINORITIES. 2. TO RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT THE GLOBAL GOALS . IT IS POSSIBLE TO ACHIEVE THE GLOBAL GOALS IN NIGERIA BY 2030 3. ADVANCE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION OR IMPROVEMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE COMMUNITY. 4. ANY OTHER PURPOSES CURRENTLY RECOGNIZED AS CHARITABLE AND ANY NEW CHARITABLE PURPOSES WHICH ARE SIMILAR TO ANOTHER CHARITY PURPOSE. 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

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GOVERNMENT GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL OBANGEDE AND OBOROKE OLD GIRLS 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.

TRUSTEES: 1. ENGR ELIZABETH ORICHA - PRESIDENT 2. NEEMAT DAAUD ABDULRAHIM - MEMBER 3. SABITA ABDULRAHIM - MEMBER 4. MRS SEFI ENEYAMIRE SULAIMAN - MEMBER 5. ESEWEJE FASOGBON - MEMBER 6. HABIBA AJOGE - MEMBER 7. BARR SAADATU SANUSI ABUBAKAR- SECRETRY AND LEGAL ADVISER AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. TO TAKE CARE OF THE WELFARE OF IT 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. SIGNED: SECRETARY

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CANAAN ESTATE HOME AND FACILITIES OWNERS ASSOCIATION

THE REVELATION OF GOD WORLD OUTREACH

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PASTOR SYLVANUS KINGS ETSEMOBOR 2.

PASTOR NKIRUKA PRECIOUS ETSEMOBOR AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 1.

TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST

ALOFELI EMPOWERMENT FOUNDATION

INITIATIVE FOR RECONSTRUCTION AND RESETTLEMENT

TRUSTEES 1.

KING FAZEL CHUKWUEMEKA AKABUIKE PRESIDENT 2.

ERIC MADU 3.

EDOZIE NWANKWO 4.

UGOMMA GOLD KING FAZEL - SECRETARY AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 1.

TO PROMOTE THE WELLNESS OF MEMBERS THROUGH SPORT ACTIVITIES 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 28 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PUBLICATION. SIGNED: SECRETARY

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THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. DR. ADEYEMI B. ABOLAJI - CHAIRMAN 2. MRS. FUNSO-ADEBAYO DORCAS OLUWAPONMILE - SECRETARY 3. DR. FUNSO-ADEBAYO EMMANUEL OLUFEMI ADEPITAN - MEMBER 4. DR. FUNSO-ADEBAYO MERCY AMARACHI -MEMBER 5. MISS. ADEGOKE COMFORT OLUWATOS - MEMBER 6. DR. AGALA VETTY ROLEGHERIGHAN - MEMBER 7. MRS. YARO DORIS PHILIP BALAMI - MEMBER 8. DR. OLAYINKA ATILOLA - MEMBER. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES : 1. TO PROVIDE COUNSELLING AND SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AND THEIR FAMILIES 2. TO HELP CHILDREN MAXIMIZE THEIR POTENTIALS REGARDLESS OF THEIR CHALLENGES. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, P.M.B. 198.GARKI, ABUJA .WITHIN 28DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: SECRETARY.

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THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1.

OTUKPE MARY ALOAYE 2.

OLAWOLE OLAMIDE MOSES 3.

OKPONAVIOBO FRANCISCA AKHAGBAEGBE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. TO CREATE AN ENABLING PLATFORM TO EMPOWER ALL CATEGORIES OF NIGERIANS. 2. TO PROVIDE AN AVENUE FOR VOCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT. 3. TO ORGANIZE SEMINARS AND OUTREACHES ON UTILIZATION AND OPTIMIZATION OF SKILLS. 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

SOCRATES FOUNDATION FOR THE EMPOWERMENT OF CITIZENS

HOLY MARY OLOMOWEWE CHURCH OF CHRIST WORLDWIDE

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THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1- SHODOLA DEBORAH EGBEFUNKE 2- ODUNTAYO ELIZABETH BOLANLE 3- ODUNTAYO GBENGA IBUKUN 4- OGUNGBESAN BOSE MORENIKE 5- SODOLA KOLAWOLE SAMUEL AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST 2. TO PROMOTE AND ENCOURAGE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND MORAL EXCELLENCE. 3. TO PROVIDE HUMANITARIAN SERVICES. 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

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MUSTAPHA IBRAHIM UMAR CHAIRMAN 2.

MUHAMMAD IBRAHIM SECRETARY AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 1.

TO SAVE AND PROTECT LIVES THROUGH PROVISION OF SHELTER, WATER SANITATION AND HYGIENE. 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 28 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PUBLICATION. SIGNED: SECRETARY

ELKANAH ONYEALI CARE FOUNDATION

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THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1.ONYEALI OBIDINMA 2.ONYEALI GIFT UCHECHI 3. ONYEALI CHRISTIANA 4.ONYEALI CHIEDOZIE ONYEDIKACHI. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES : TO CATER FOR THE LESS PRIVILEGED IN THE SOCIETY. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, P.M.B. 198.GARKI, ABUJA .WITHIN 28DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: SECRETARY.

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Daily Times Nigeria Thursday, April 26, 2018

Sen Ogola holds fake PhD -NUC ÏÏÏNational

Universities Commission (NUC) has confirmed that the Doctorate Degree Senator Foster Ogola, obtained in the year 2012 is invalid as the institution he attended is among illegal universities slated for closure by the NUC. Findings revealed that the Senator Ogola, currently representing Bayelsa West Senatorial District, has fake credentials from an unaccredited institution known as The Gospel Missionary Foundation (GMF) Theological University.

ADETIMIRIN MONSURAT OLAIDE I, formerly known and addressed as RAIMI MONSURAT OLAIDE, now wish to be known, called and addressed as ADETIMIRIN MONSURAT OLAIDE. All former documents remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

The investigation further revealed that the there was no official site for the university.

The Senator, in a reaction to the allegation told an on-line media reporter that, “Kindly clarify for me if PREMIUM TIMES does exist, to entertain allegations from third parties whose identities are not mentioned, especially, when they are criminal in nature.”

He referred to the allegation as a product of “mischief makers with a potential to foment distraction from weighty matter of state.”

Meanwhile, a weekly Bulletin from the office of the Executive Secretary on NUC dated April 23, 2018 on page 19 listed the Senator’s university, The Gospel Missionary Foundation (GMF) Theo-

MISSING HOUSE DOCUMENT

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ANNOUNCER: MR. MICHAEL BABAJIDE ORESEGUN.

logical University as one of the illegal university operating in the country.

It added that “the National Universities Commission (NUC) wishes to announce to the general public , especially parents and prospective undergraduates, that the under-listed “Degree Mills” have not been licensed by the federal government and have therefore , been closed down for violating the Education (National Minimum Standards etc) Act CAP E3 law of the federation of Nigeria 2004,” the bulletin reads.

The deputy executive secretary of the commission, Chiedu Mafiana, in a phone interview told PREMIUM TIMES that the university was not known to NUC as a registered institution.

“Will you want to value a certificate from a university that is not known? If we say the university is not recognised in Nigeria, it means that the certificate it purports to have issued does not exist,” Mr Mafiana said.

The commission is saddled with the responsibility of granting approval for all academic programmes run in Nigerian universities granting approval for the establishment of all higher educational institutions offering degree programmes in Nigerian universities.

The commission also ensures quality assurance of all academic programmes offered in Nigerian universities and a channel for external support to Nigerian universities.

LEKEH DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION

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TRUSTEES: 1. COMR. NBANI FRIDAY BARILULE.....FOUNDER 2. DR. NAA-ERE YIGANUBARI PROMISE.. SECRETARY. 3. KABARI GLORIA NBANI. .....TREASURER 4. COME. MONDAY MUEKARA 5. ENGR. SAM KINANEE BARIKPOA

A GOD SENT FOUNDATION

TRUSTEES ARE 1. OSARODION OSAGIE OGBEIDE 2. PATIENCE AMENAGHAWON OMOREGIE 3. BRIGHT EMMANUEL AGBONGHAE AIMS AND OBJECTIVE 1. TO CATER AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE WELFARE FOR THE LESS PRIVILEGE AND DEPRIVED IN THE SOCIETY. 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. SIGNED: SECRETARY

TRUSTEES: 1. ELUOZO SIMEON UCHE ...........CHAIRMAN. 2. DAKORU MICHAEL OKWUDIRI .....SECRETARY. 3. ABALI CHIBUEZE ABC.

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SIGNED: SECRETARY.

SIGNED: SECRETARY.

POWER OF CHRIST RESURRECTION LAND MINISTRY

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VISION 23 MOBILIZATION INITIATIVE THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED 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, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION.

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 ACTS OF 1990.

TRUSTEES ARE: 1. AWE GABRIEL TEMITOPE 2. AWE OPEYEMI BEATRICE 3. YUSUFF MATHEW KOLAWOLE

SIGNED: TRUSTEE’S

Atiku Abubakar has said that President Muhammadu Buhari would not describe Nigerian youth as lazy if he were an employer of labour.

President Buhari had said most Nigerian youth just want to sit down and do nothing while speaking at the Commonwealth Business Forum in Westminster, UK. During a question and answer session at Chatham House, UK, on Wednesday, Abubakar said he’s not surprised by Buhari’s statement as he does not relate with the youth.

He said: “On the issue of youth, I am an employer of labour and most of that labour is youth-dominated and I make a lot of profits from my businesses.

“I don’t agree with the assumption that the youth are lazy or they are indolent. Certainly, I don’t. But I’m not surprised with the fellow who

made that remark because he’s not an employer of labour, he has no business, he has no educational institution so he doesn’t relate with youth in schools so I don’t blame him.

Abubakar criticised the multiple exchange rate in the country, saying it does not encourage foreign investors to put their money in Nigeria.

“We have only witnessed it in this administration,” he said.

“We must have a stable exchange rate that is predictable and will also allow investors to plan their investment in Nigeria over a long period of time.

“Certainly, I’m not in support of multiple exchange rate. I am a supporter of a unified exchange rate.”

The former vice-president also reiterated his earlier position that he can achieve restructuring within six months if elected president.

AIMS & OBJECTIVES: 1. TO EMPOWER THE YOUTHS AND FREE EDUCATION.

CHRIST THE ONLY WAY BIBLE CHURCH INT’L.

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ÏÏÏFormer vice-president,

AIMS & OBJECTIVES: 1. TO EMPOWER THE LESS PRIVILEGED IN THE SOCIETY.

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 ACTS OF 1990 TRUSTEES 1. PASTOR OLAOFE AJAYI SUNDAY 2.PASTOR BAMISAYE SAMSON 3.DEACONESS OLAOFE OMOWUMI MODUPE 4.MRS JONATHAN SIDIKAT OLUWAKEMI. AIM AND OBJECTIVE: TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST.

I’m not surprised Buhari called Nigerian youth lazy –Atiku

AIMS: TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAIMA, ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: TRUSTEES

VIBRANT GIRLS DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HERBY INFORMED THAT THE ABOVE-NAMED HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT OF 1990 TRUSTEES 1. SIDIQUAT OLABISI AKINDELE. CHAIRMAN 2. MUTIAT OLAGOKE 3. DAMILOLA BANJO 4. OLAOLUWA HALIMAT OBAGUN 5. ADEPEJU QAOZARA ADEBANKE SECRETARY AIMS AND OBJECTIVESTO PROMOTE THE OVERALL DEVELOPMENT OF GIRLS THROUGH SEMINARS, CONFERENCES, TRAININGS AND SIMILAR AVENUES. TO EDUCATE GIRLS ON SEXUAL EDUCATION AND SPEAK AGAINST TEENAGE PREGNANCY AND PRE MATURE SEX. TO ADVOCATE FOR GIRL-CHILD EDUCATION TO FIGHT AGAINST RAPE, SEXUAL ABUSE, FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION AND ALL FORMS OF GENDER BASED VIOLENCE. TO FIGHT AGAINST ALL OTHER PRACTICES THAT WILL HINDER THE PROPER DEVELOPMENT OF GIRLS. TO EQUIP GIRLS WITH THE 21ST CENTURY SKILLS. 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. SIGNED: SECRETARY

PROGRESSIVE MINDS INT’L ADO AWAYE CLUB

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THE TRUSTEES ARE:(1) ADELERE ADENIYI WASIU (2) ADEROJU ADELANI MUTIU (3) AKADI OLAKUNLE OLUGBILE (4) OKUNADE TAJUDEEN OYENIYI (5) OJEWALE OLAYOMI THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES ARE:1. TO CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS THE ADVANCEMENT OF BUILDING A GOOD SOCIETY. 2. TO BUILD SKILLS AND TRAITS IN MEMBERS AND YOUTHS OF THE SOCIETY. 3. TO WORK TOWARDS SOLVING PROBLEMS RELATING TO THE MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION(CAC)PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, ABUJA WITHIN 28DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED BY: SECRETARY

ELIJAH MINISTRY

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THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. CHUKWUEMEKA OCHI 2.

GABRIEL ISIFE 3.

GEOFFREY AKA 4.

CHIZOBA ENYI 5.

UDE ANTHONIA 6.

CHIEF ILO 7.

NJOKU SONDE AUGUSTINE NNAMDI AIMS & OBJECTIVE TO EVANGELIZE THE SOUL WINNING .

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. SIGNED: CHUKWUEMEKA OCHI (EXECUTIVE SECRETARY)

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Melaya’s recall starts Saturday - INEC The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will commence the recall process of Dino Melaye, senator representing Kogi west, on Saturday.

This follows a recent ruling by the appeal court which gave INEC the go-ahead to carry out the exercise.

Speaking at a stakeholders meeting in Kogi on Wednesday, Mohammed Haruna, INEC federal commissioner, said the of those seeking to recall the senator will commence on that day.

Chairman, Lagos Central, All Progressives Congress (APC) Alhaji Tajudeen Olusi (left), on behalf of Senator Oluremi Tinubu presents papers to one of the beneficiaries of the 31 Tricycles distributed to the Constituents as part of her Youth Empowerment and Skills Acquisition Scheme (YESAS), in Lagos...on Tuesday

APC chairmanship position: Buhari has right to his choice - Party, Ganduje Tom Okpe, Abuja The All Progressives Congress (APC) has said that President Muhammadu Buhari has the right to his opinion on the endorsement of former governor of Edo state Adams Oshiomhole, as the next National Chairman of the party in the forthcoming party’s National Convention.

The party also said there is the possibility that the congresses and National Convention may be shifted in view of observations made by some of the governors that the timetable was too tight and made no room for errors. view, Kano state governor, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, corroborated the party’s position but saying that President Buhari’s endorsement of the former governor will not foreclose ambition of other chairmanship aspirants.

Addressing newsmen shortly after a closed door meeting between the APC governors and National at the party National Secretariat on Wednesday in Abuja, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, said Buhari’s meeting with some governor on Tuesday night was personal.

He said: “The meeting was called to emphasize to the state governors the need to

ensure that congresses were held in a very transparent manner and that they are free and fair.

“We are aware that some governors have been making statements which we believe are giving the impression that we don’t intend to hold congresses in particular states. So the meeting was to emphasis to the governors that we want congresses in a very transparent manner and ensure that the processes are free and fair”.

Speaking on president Buhari’s endorsement of Oshiomhole, Governor Ganduje said: “There is no imposition at all, everybody is free to contest just as everybody is free to hold an opinion on who should lead the party. I think that there is no case of imposition because it is not a guideline and not part of the constitution.

“Just like every other person, Mr. President has the right to air his opinion but that does not mean he should stop any person who will like to contest from contesting.

Mr. President’s opinion is not constitutional and it is not a non-constitutional opinion as well.

“He just voiced out his thought which will serve as a guideline to some and otherwise to some. The issue of being undemocratic does not even arise. There is what we call guided democracy and we regard what the President said as such. If that is what

will make the party stable and avoid the fallout after the convention like we saw in the Ganduje stated.

“The governors of the APC the NWC and we discussed some issues partnering the congresses and the national convention. We discussed the issue of the timetable and time limit for the congresses and convention and we decided that NWC should review the timetable because in the previous timetable, the Ward and local government congresses are too close.

“We equally discover that the congresses are designed to hold on working days and normally we use public premises like schools and secretariats for the conduct of the congresses. Fixing the congresses during working days means that such places cannot be available. We agreed that the congresses should hold over the weekends. Considering all these, the NWC has been mandated to review the timetable and since the programme may fall into the Ramadan time, they should make consultations to know if only one congress can be held during Ramadan while the rest will th national convention comes after the Ramadan.

“Another issue is the National Convention visa-vis the function of the NWC and

we all agree that the NWC will organize the congresses from the ward and Local Government and the state national convention should organize the convention.

“We also agreed that the zoning will be maintained the only clause is that they should go and discuss with those governors in charge of should come from.

“For example, the chairman of the party will have to come from the South south, the secretary from the northeast and all other positions like that. We have resolved all issues amicably. The NWC will have to get back t us in a week’s time”.

Also speaking on the plan to shift the convention date, the party’s spokesman said: “The observation was that the timetable as currently constituted was determined because of the Ramadan and we want to be sensitive to the feelings of Muslims who will be fasting during Ramadan and we wanted to, as much as possible avoid conducting any political activity during the period of Ramadan.

“There were other observations and so, there is the possibility that the timetable may be reviewed.

That is not decided yet, but it was agreed that the NWC will take a second look of the timetable and see the possibility for adjustment”.

exercise would hold in 552 polling units in seven local governments under Kogi west senatorial district.

He also said the card reading machines will be used to authenticate the voter cards of those that signed the recall petition.

“Only those who signed the petition are expected to turn up at their polling units for said.

Also speaking, James Apam, INEC resident electoral commissioner for the state, said local observers would be allowed to monitor the exercise.

The REC said that no party agents would be allowed access to any of the polling units, and that the result of the exercise will be announced on April 29.

He added: “We have concluded all arrangements in line with our schedule of activities and are set for the exercise. been trained at the state and local government levels and materials procured and sent to the registration area centres ready for movement to the polling units on the Melaye is currently in a hospital after sustaining injuries while trying to escape from the police vehicle conveying him to a court in Lokoja, Kogi capital.

He has been accused of supplying guns to some murder suspects, an allegation the lawmaker denied.

In a related development, a group known as Coalition of Abia South Senatorial Movement (CASSM), also said it has commenced the recall

process of Eyninaya Abaribe, senator representing Abia south.

Speaking at a meeting in Aba, Abia state, on Tuesday, Paul Ikonne, leader of the group, said Abaribe has not performed well since he senator.

Ikonne said due process would be followed in seeking the recall of the senator from the upper legislative chamber.

“Senator Abaribe was sent to the senate by us to make good laws and help to improve both lives and infrastructural development of our area is a total and colossal failure from him,” he said.

“In that regard, we have no other option than to commence his recall process as all necessary everyone needed to do that and as a law abiding citizens we are following due process to do what we are doing.

“This is not a political party or organization though political parties which its members are from the zone are here with us as it is a project that concerns all, we have PDP, APC, APDP among others are with us in this recall process.”

Daniel Nweze, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), said Abaribe needs to be recalled because he was not sent to the senate “to insult Mr President”.

On his part, Nwobodo Nwanganga, a member of the Advance People Democratic Party (APDP), said he is supporting the recall of Abaribe because he is “short-changed.”

“I feel ashamed and short-changed which is the reason for my support for his recall,” Nwanganga said.

“He has this ugly habit of not picking your calls and when you persist in his phone probably to avoid being disturbed.”

Chima Enwereuzo, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), said he supports the recall of Abaribe because the senator has not made to them.

Abaribe were not successful as he did not pick his call or respond to a text message sent.

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Malaria: A scourge Nigeria can beat with adequate funding, research Stories by Angela Onwuzoo As Nigeria yesterday joined the global community to mark the 2018 World Malaria Day, the World Health Organisation (WHO) and malaria experts ,have said that what the country required was greater political commitment and adequate funding for research to beat malaria.

According to them, greater investment and expanded coverage of proven tools that prevent, diagnose and treat malaria were required for Nigeria to reduce its malaria burden. commemorate the day in Abuja and Lagos yesterday, the stakehders noted that the pace of progress must be accelerated in the country to achieve a 40% drop in global malaria cases and deaths by 2020, compared to 2015 levels.

The World Malaria Report 2017, shows that malaria continues to in 2016, 445 000 people died from malaria globally, compared to 446 000 estimated deaths in 2015.

The report also shows that the African region continues to bear 90% of malaria cases and 91% of malaria deaths worldwide with Nigeria accounting for 27% of malaria cases and 24% of malaria deaths globally in 2016.

Malaria remains one of the oldest diseases in the world.

The World Malaria Day is commemorated on April 25 each year, and the theme for this year was

“Ready to beat Malaria”.

Commenting on this year’s theme and what Nigeria can do to defeat malaria, WHO Country Representative, Dr. Wondi Alemu, commitment, adequate resources, strong coordination and dedicated partners, Nigeria and other subSaharan countries can defeat malaria by 2030.

“Elimination of malaria requires all political leadership at the highest level, as well as leadership of programmes, resource mobilization, and intersectoral and cross-border collaboration.” malaria, but the pace of progress must be accelerated to achieve a 40% drop in global malaria cases and deaths by 2020, compared to 2015 levels.”

A malaria researcher, Prof.

Olugbenga Mokuolu, said malaria is a condition that must be fought and defeated in Nigeria considering the number of Nigerians dying from it annuallly particularly pregnant women and children.

Mokuolu, who is a Professor of Paediatrics at the University of Ilorin and a joint winner of the 2017 Nigeria LNG Science Prize with his Management of Malaria of Various Grades and Mapping Artemisinin Resistance”, said evidences have shown that increased research, funding and innovations can defeat malaria.

Minister of Health, Adewole

He said research had improved the sale and uptake of Artemisinin-based Combination Therapy (ACTs) which he said was the right drug for the treatment of malaria.

Still on research, President, Malaria Society of Nigeria (MSN), Dr Babajide Puddicombe, said Nigeria should pay

Mosquito that carries malaria

disease and reduce its burden. with researchers who can compete favourably with their counterparts from any part of the globe, but they are not adequately funded.

“Some of their equipment are obsolete. Therefore, governments

should adequately fund research and avoid overdependence on foreign grants.”

Malaria can be prevented with the use of treated mosquito nets and indoor spraying with insecticides.

It is best treated with artemisinin -based combination therapy (ACT),experts say.

People living near oil, gas facilities at higher risk of cancer, respiratory problem A new study has revealed that people who live near oil and gas facilities could be at a greater risk for cancer and respiratory problem because of by those facilities.

The study published recently by the Colorado School of Public Health at the University

Oil spill

Campus,found out that air pollutant concentrations increased with proximity to an oil and gas facility, as did health risks.

It revealed that people who live 500 feet from an oil and gas site have a lifetime cancer risk eight times higher than the acceptable limit set by the Environmental Protection Agency.

The study also found that risks of respiratory, neurological, hematological and developmental health issues are greater in people who live near oil and gas sites.

“Our results suggest that Colorado’s current regulations that specify a 500-foot distance

between a newly drilled oil and gas well and an existing home may not protect people from exposures to hazardous air pollutants that could impact their health,” said Colorado School of Public Health Assistant Research Professor Lisa McKenzie, the study’s author, in a news release.

The study focused the emission of non-methane hydrocarbons, a group of compounds that includes harmful pollutants such as benzene, from oil and gas sites along the Colorado Front Range.

Benzene has been proven to cause multiple forms of leukemia, cardiovascular disease and bone marrow disease.

The study found average benzene concentrations were 41 times higher within 500 feet of a well than they were a mile away. Furthermore, according to the study, benzene concentrations are twice as high at night, when more people are likely pollutants don’t disperse as quickly in the colder night air.

“The study provides further evidence that people living close to oil and gas facilities are at the greatest risk of acute and chronic health issues due to air pollutants study co-author Pam Milmoe, Boulder County Public Health Air Quality Program Coordinator.

“The results underscore the importance of having policies that reducing emissions from oil and gas facilities, particularly those near homes, schools, and recreation areas.”

The study also corroborated existing data from Colorado that showed children living near oil and gas development have higher risks of childhood cancers and congenital heart defects, as well as data from studies in Pennsylvania and Texas that found a connection between proximity to oil and gas development and miscarried pregnancies, low birth weight, premature birth, asthma, fatigue and migraines.

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Family planning still solution to Nigeria’s rising population- Experts Stories by Angela Onwuzoo

Population surge in Nigeria

Raw fruit, vegetables boost mental health

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Tinubu lifts Lagos Central Constituents with 31 tricycles As part of her Youth Empowerment and skills acquisition Scheme (YESAS), Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Tuesday gave out 31 tricycles to members of the Lagos Central Senatorial District.

According to the wife of the former governor of the state and national leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu, Oluremi said the tricycles were meant to assist in empowering the their

entrepreneurial

their independence.

In addition, Senator Tinubu also gave the tricycles additional N50, 000 each for registration and other formalities.

Other empowerment materials like sewing machines and generators will soon be distributed under the programme.

Lagos Central Senatorial Leader, presented the tricycles behalf of Senator Tinubu.

The tricycles are part of

the Special Interventions programme of the Federal Government through the Sustainable Development Goals in the empowerment programmes of their constituents.

It’s in furtherance of the All Progressives Congress-led Federal Government programme and youth empowerment. programmes of the government in the area of youth empowerment are ‘N Power’ and ‘Market

Moni’.

Senator Tinubu has been providing empowerment and skills acquisition programmes for youths in her constituency since her inception in the Senate in 2011, and this has been a regular and continuous exercise till date.

for society when they grow their businesses to employ others and take adequate care of their dependents.

Speaking on her programmes of youth empowerment, Senator Tinubu said: “I have seen the positive transformation that such

widely reported in her quarterly town hall meetings usually held at the various local governments within her senatorial districts.

Empowering them will

lives of our young people.

I am calling on other well-meaning people who can do something to contribute towards the upliftment of this group of people in our various communities.”

Governor of Bayelsa State, Hon. Henry Seriake Dickson (7th left); Deputy Governor, Rear Admiral Gboribiogha John Jonah (6th left) and other contingents, during a reception organise by the Governor in honour of wrestlers who won Laurels at the just concluded Commonwealth Games and others at the Government House, Yenagoa...on Wednesday.

NEMA pays N400m demurrage to clear N414.8m Chinese rice

By Tunde Ogunlana, Abuja

National Emergency Management Agency million in demurrage to rice donated by the Chinese government for distribution to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the NorthEast, the Director General of the agency Mustapha Yunusa Wednesday while making a presentation before the House of Representatives

the total quantity of the rice is 6,779 metric tonnes while the federal ministry of agriculture paid another sum of N272.5 million as duty.

He also said that the agency could only start clearing when it received the bill of lading six months later.

According to the Director General, due to the emergency situation, the agency relied on section

and Disaster Preparedness.

and engaged Global View Logistics and Baltic Air and Maritime Services without following due process on procurement.

July 20, 2017 indicates that

done in January, 2018, adding that the 110 containers of rice cleared have been taken to

Borno and Adamawa states.

This disclosure enraged the lawmakers who were angry that the poor handling of the clearance of the million taxpayers’ money on payment for demurrage. the cost of transporting the rice from port to the ware houses of the agency, also about half of the goods are still at the ports accumulating more demurrage. expressed dismay over the

spending of taxpayers’ money.

While making a presentation before the of the Comptroller General of Nigeria Customs Service, Assistant Comptroller General Ekekezie Kaycee, said three batches of the donation arrived at Lagos port on May 9, August 15, and September 11, 2017 respectively.

She added that the value of the rice, which came in 151 containers in total, as stated on the bill of lading are as

Chinese rice donations to internally displaced persons in the North East, saying

219, 650 million Yuan and 11,

perform their functions well, leading to unnecessary

Yuan.

She

informed

the

tonnes of the rice have been cleared, leaving a balance of 3000 metric tonnes. She that did the clearing as Global view nig ltd and Baltic Air and Maritime Services.

Similarly, representative of the minister of Budget and National Planning, Mr Iloma that they procured waivers for the rice from the Ministry of Finance at three separate times when the goods arrived at the port.

His agriculture ministry counterpart said that the ministry paid for the clearing of the rice and provided warehouses for storage but is yet to receive any consignment as at today.

Betty Akeredolu, stakeholders chart way forward for ABR The wife of the Ondo State Governor, Mrs. Akeredolu reeled out improving reproductive and maternal health in the last few months in the state.

Speaking at a stakeholders meeting which took place at the Government House, Alagbaka, Akure and which from the Ondo State Primary Heath Care Development Board (ODPHCDB), National Population Commission (NPOpC) among others, Mrs. Akeredolu observed that the Accelerated Birth initiated through the Olori Connection Programme and aimed at improving the state of Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health and Nutrition (RMNCAH+N) in the state has to a large extent recorded tremendous success.

According to the wife of the Governor, Accelerated Birth Registration is an early point to a bigger picture, an entry point to solving a bigger problem as it has the ability to address bigger issues like malnutrition, immunization, limited birth registration centres and the increasing decline in women’s access to maternal services.

Mrs. Akeredolu who further highlighted funding and logistics as part of the challenges encountered during the execution of the scheme at Ifedore Local Government noted that in March alone, 3,850 birth registration forms were distributed.

Akeredolu stressed the need to incorporate the initiative into the system in order to ensure that the people take ownership of the programme by incorporating it into the existing structures in the ministry.

While thanking NPOPC and PHC for their supports, Mrs. Akeredolu further noted the need for an improved framework that makes access easy between Akowe Abiye and the Ward Focal Person stressing that ABR in the state has facilitated active participation of Oloris and as well encourage community engagement among others.

In his remark, the representative of NPOPC, Mr. Olowolagba noted that since the commencement of the forms were provided for Akowe Abiyes through their Focal Persons.

Mr. Olowolagba who as one of its challenges called for the deployment of NYSC members from the local government to support the system and the existing structures.

The meeting rounded up with recommendation on ways to improve the ABR process.

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Pendulum: Buhari as public relations nightmare

By Dele Momodu Fellow Nigerians, these are not the best of times for our dear President, Muhammadu Buhari. And it must be much worse for his media handlers. at that moment. And when the team was announced, President Buhari gets into regular trouble, indeed, too team but lacks a public relations team. In Nigeria, most leaders fail to realise that being a good journalist, guru. The other problem is I’m not sure the President

became its albatross. The grandiloquent manifesto after he decided to contest the 2015 elections for a record

those like me who felt that he was what Nigeria required

the Buhari/Osinbajo ticket.

all discerning members of the public knew it would be.

Indeed, it was much worse as the Naira slid to its lowest President Buhari

2011, when he asked Dr Lanre Tejuoso to bring me to his house in Abuja and we got on quite well. The camaraderie was palpable. And he disarmed me with his candour and passion. Prior to the 2015 election,

made his latest remarks in London in answer to a question at the end

the demons lined up in a long queue and migrated

either been ignored or swept under the carpet. Thus

otherwise known as the cabal, and other members of the powerful and untouchable. bonded. I was surprised when a few Ministers asked what I did to make him feel so comfortable with me.

social interest that we talked about.

President Buhari indeed has become a public relations nightmare.

at home picks the wrong places and occasions to talk some magic and miracle to get them to reconnect with for the wrong reasons rather than the right mileage for

Momodu is the publisher of Ovation Magazine

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George Bush senior in intensive care after wife’s funeral Former US President George H. W. Bush is in a hospital intensive care unit with an infection, a week after the death of his wife, Barbara.

In a statement, a family spokesman said he had contracted an infection that spread to his blood, but was “responding to treatments”. to hospital in Houston on Sunday morning.

He was president from 1989-93 and his son, George W Bush, went on to serve in the same role.

Barbara Bush, the only woman to see both her husband and her son sworn in as US president, died last Tuesday and was laid to rest on Saturday.

The couple had been married for 73 years.

After her death, Mr Bush said of

her: “We have faith she is in heaven and we know that life will go on, as she would have it. So cross the

policy, coming at a time when communism was collapsing in Eastern Europe.

Mr Bush built a successful international coalition to end Saddam Hussein’s occupation of But despite achieving popularity ratings of 90%, he was accused of was defeated by Bill Clinton in the 1992 presidential election.

George Bush (snr)

Barack Obama to deliver annual Mandela lecture Nelson Mandela Foundation announced on Monday that former US President Barack Obama will deliver the annual Nelson Mandela, Lecture of the late South African Statesman at Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg.

“The Nelson Mandela Foundation is honoured to announce that President Barack Obama accepted our invitation to be the speaker at this year’s 16th Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture to take place in Johannesburg on 17 July, ahead of Madiba’s birthday,” the Foundation’s chief executive, Sello Hatang, said.

The announcement was made at the launch of Nelson

Obama

MandelaDay which will also serve as a countdown to Mandela’s centennial birthday on July 18.

The United Nations declared July 18 International Nelson Mandela Day. Annually, on this day, people across political divides in South Africa and other parts of the world devote 67 minutes doing charitable work.

The 67 minutes signify the 67 years Madiba dedicated to the service of others.

Mandela would have turned 100 this year. The former president died in 2013 aged 95.

Source: AFRICAN AGENCY

NEWS

Zimbabwe sets up special courts for election violence Zimbabwe has established special courts to deal with cases of political violence, the police said on Monday, part of the government’s drive to curtail unrest

African nation were marred by violence against the opposition by supporters of the 94-year-old Mugabe, who was removed in a de facto military coup in November.

post-Robert Mugabe elections set for July.

Delivering a vote seen as free and

courts have been established and follows new President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s pledge to hold a free and peaceful vote.

“The judiciary in liaison with the police and other stakeholders, has set up special courts throughout the country to speedily deal with politically motivated crimes,” police

to mend ties with the West and could help unlock foreign funding and investment needed to revive the struggling economy.

Past elections in the southern

China’s

defence

minister

the threat of terrorism is a top concern to be discussed by a Beijing-led group of Central Asian states at a meeting this week that highlights Chinese ambitions to dominate the Asian security agenda.

Wei Fenghe, told fellow

Mr Bush became the 41st US president after serving eight years as vice-president to Ronald Reagan.

Source: BBC

Terrorism tops meeting of Central Asian countries

senior assistant commissioner Erasmus Makodza told a news conference.

“Any form of violence, threats or harassment of voters or rival contenders will certainly be dealt with,” he said, adding that cases of vote violence will be expedited for prosecution.

Mnangagwa, who faces a in the election, has invited Western observers, who have been banned since 2002.

Source: REUTERS

member Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Beijing that the group stood as a force for peace.

Foreign ministers from the group were also meeting in Beijing on Tuesday and a heads of state summit is planned for June in the Chinese port of Qingdao.

Chinese President, Xi Jinping, also plans to meet with Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, for an informal summit Friday and Saturday in the central city of Wuhan. Their two nations are rivals for Asian leadership and share a disputed and often tense Himalayan border.

China’s hopes to use the grouping to stamp out threats of cross-border support for low-level separatist insurgencies particularly in the predominantly Turkic-speaking region of Xinjiang.

Along with China and Russia, the SCO includes the Central Asian states of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan as well as close Chinese ally Pakistan and its arch-rival India.

Cooperation among member nation defense ministries “has made important contributions to maintain peace in the region and the world,” Wei said.

Wei said the meeting would also discuss the South China Sea, where China has rapidly been consolidating its claim to virtually the entire strategic waterway through the construction of manmade island military bases.

China has encouraged Central Asian countries to play as part of the SCO. Apart from stepping up security cooperation, economic investment into Central Asia, a critical hub in President Xi Jinping’s Belt-andRoad infrastructure initiative connecting the Eurasian continent.

Beijing has also sought a bigger role in Afghanistan’s political talks between the Taliban and the Afghan government.

Zimbabwe President Mnangagwa

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Ojudu ends councils tour, urges delegates to vote according to conscience

By Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo The local council tour embarked upon by Senator Babafemi Ojudu, of the All Progressives Congress, APC, climaxed Wednesday amidst pomp and pageantry in Ekiti State capital, Ado - Ekiti, even, as loyalists, friends, associates and fans trooped out in solidarity.

Ojudu is one of the leading aspirants in the state’s governorship election slated for July 14, 2018.

The ex- law maker had been on a weeklong delegates harvesting campaign across the 16 local government councils in the state.

He also met with party leaders, youths tolerance, cohesion and diligence as weapons to win back the state from the incumbent oppressive regime of Governor Peter Ayodele Fayose.

The tour which kicked Local Government Area, provided opportunity for the delegates who will on May 5, 2018 for the

governorship poll, to hear out Ojudu on his agenda to rescue the beleaguered state.

According to Ojudu, the reception received in the 16 councils was warm and suggestive of a people in dire need of liberation from the lingering governmental ineptitudes and crass shenanigans.

civil servants who have not been paid for months hope of using the election to chase away those that have ruined our state; those who want to turn every citizen to beggars.” party faithful trooped out in numbers to receive Ojudu who many described as the one with what it takes to tame the incumbent Governor Fayose, who is seemingly bent of fostering his deputy, Kolapo Eleka, in spite of intra party criticism and condemnations.

Fayose of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, snatched power from seating Governor Niyi Adebayo of the Alliance for Democracy, AD,

in 2003 but could not complete his tenure as a result of leadership misdemeanor that led to his impeachment by his party dominated assembly in 2006.

His ouster was then masterminded by an Ekiti based political pressure group, E11, led then by Senator Ojudu.

The second coming of Fayose into the Ekiti political arena was again frustrated in 2011 when Ojudu beat him in the Ekiti Central senatorial contest with over 68,000 less than 22,000 votes.

His last outing in 2014 was however triumphant as he dealt hot blows to incumbent Dr. Kayode Fayemi, then of the Action Congress of Nigeria, ACN,

to win landslide in all the 16 councils of the state to emerge governor.

The ouster of Fayemi, incumbent Minister of Mines and Steel Development and a candidate for the Oke job under the APC, threw the party into political wilderness in the past four years.

But Ojudu assured that he would work very hard to secure the party ticket, campaign vigorously to mobilise the people, win the election and recover the state and its economy from its present comatose state.

“This is not the time to dissipate energy on time we have to put on our what we used to be as Ekiti

and what we are now. Ekiti people are very diligent people. We are trained to be contented with what we have; we are trained to be humble and respectful, particularly, to our elders.

“Today we are gradually losing those values to joblessness and frustration.

Our younger generation can no longer get jobs after graduation. There is hunger in the land and our governor (Fayose) is there building a N16 billion naira bridge to nowhere. That is why we have to chase the current ` government away and form a people friendly government that will The Special Adviser on President assured that he would turn around the fortune of the state and

bring back food to the tables of Ekiti people in due time if elected the next governor of the state.

According to him, arable land abounds in the state and there is no reason why the state and the people should wallow in abject poverty.

“We are coming with an agricultural plan that is designed to provide employment for our teeming jobless youths, turn the state to the food basket of our country, develop the tourism potentials and enliven the land,” he said.

He however appealed to the delegates voting in the coming primaries to vote for a candidate that is popular enough and nor mortgage the future of the state for pecuniary gains.

PVC: S’ East, S’ South politicians urged to enlighten constituents

By Alphonsus Nweze, Awka Political class in South East and South south have been urged to aggressively sensitize their people on the need to have their Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC), even as the 2019 general election approaches.

The General Overseer, Bible Based Miracle Assembly, Rev. Jerry Nwachukwu, who made the call in an interview with newsmen in Onitsha, the Anambra State commercial nerve centre, said the time has come when the politicians should take part of the money they have been making at the expense of their constituents to enlighten the people to register for the coming election.

He said those of them who are staying in the comfort zone in Abuja and various State capitals should relocate to their Constituencies to educate their constituents.

He said “our politicians in South South and South East should come down to educate their people and enhance our numbers in the ongoing voter’s registration exercise and make sure every legible person has his/her PVC”.

The cleric took stock of their last crusade at Okpoko, a sprawling suburb of Onitsha, where Rev. (Dr.) Uma Ukpai was the guest preacher, saying that the outing was a huge success.

He said a man who was paralysed for one and half

years walked and they prayed that there should be no rain till the end of the programme Sunday, during the grand rain and it rained on Monday.

“Many people were healed, open doors. Wombs of barren women were opened. There was no robbery throughout the programme”, he said. success, said the cleric that they organised Asaba Freedom City, hour of celebration tagged: “Help from above”, which started Monday April 23 to Sunday, April April 29, 2018 at the Church’s premises, Road, Asaba.

Guest Ministers at the event include Rev. O. Peters, Rev. Obiako Jordan and Rev. Nwachukwu himself.

He said “ we believe God is real and he is still very much mankind. Our success in the Okpoko crusade propelled us to organise this ongoing Asaba celebration, which will be Luncheon”.

He continued, “So Asaba and environs should get ready for their own divine help, for has designed solution for God for outstanding needs and even minor needs, he will answer them”.

L-R Director, Standards Development Mrs. Chinyere Egwuonwu; TC Chairman, Dr. Adepoju Oladejo of University of Ibadan

2,126 corps members deploy to Adamawa under batch “A”

By Tom Garba, Yola No fewer than 1,126 Corps Members have been deployed to Adamawa State under this year’s batch “A” Programme of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

Addressing the corps members at the swearing in ceremony at Damare Permanent Orientation Camp, Governor Muhammadu Jibrilla Bindow said his administration has directed employers to accord their Represented by the Deputy Governor, Mr. Martins Babale, the Governor lauded the role of NYSC in promoting unity and nation building.

“Our government

has directed that corps employers should accord priority to the welfare of corps members.

“Adequate security measures have been put in place in case of any breach. We have also made arragements to give you decent accommodation and other welfare incentives for optimum performance,” Bindow said.

Babale who noted the contributions of youth corps members to the development of communities in the state, announced the donation of one cow and 50 bags of rice to the camp.

State Coordinator of the NYSC, Mallam Abubakar Mohammed, said adequate arrangement had been

made to cater for the basic need of the corps members.

Mohammed lauded Adamawa government for its support to NYSC activities. appreciation to Adamawa State Government for its intervention and support in all our activities. Words cannot express how much we appreciate Your Excellency for his zeal and commitment to the return of hosting orientation course in the state.

“This has gone a long way in restoring our corporate image and relevance in the state. Thank you very much Sir and we will reciprocate this gesture by contributing to Government’s social transformation agenda,” Mohammed said.

Mohammed who noted that camp life was strictly regimented and designed to inculcate discipline, hard work, team spirit and love for one another, tasked the corps members to aspire to use the opportunity to service to their fatherland. chairman of the state NYSC board and Commissioner for Youth and Sport, who was represented by his Permanent Secretary, Mr. the corps members to be law abiding and shun all form of vices.

“You should appreciate and understand the norms, values and customs of your host communities. Strive to make an impact wherever you go.”

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How Nigeria loses billions for lack of functional ship yard Segun Oladipo Nigeria is losing billions of naira due to lack of ship scrapping and ship recycling facilities for hundreds of wrecks in Nigerian coastline and waterways.

Ship recycling is the best way to dispose of a ship turned wreck on the waterways.

Findings by The Daily Times also showed that the cost of paying for towing of a wreck is less than one tenth of the cost of removing one wreck from the water and

wrecks removed from Nigerian waters cannot be less than $1.8million.

It was however, gathered that there are over 120 shipwrecks abandoned on Nigeria’s coastline and about 60 of them littering the Lagos waters, being a littoral state and the commercial hub of the nation’s economy.

These wrecks would have helped to revamp Nigeria’s comatose steel industries as well as serve as income earner for the government to the tune of billions of dollars.

Lack of these facilities has forced Nigerian ship-owners to tow wrecks to Asia for recycling while those who have no fund to tow vessels to Asia abandon their wrecks on the waterways, posing threat to navigational safety.

Apart from posing threat to navigational safety, ship wreck poses environmental hazards in the marine environment Ship recycling is a type of ship disposal involving the breaking up of ships for either a source of spare parts which can be sold for re-used or for the extraction of

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scrap steel.

Industry experts have argued lack of ship recycling yard is costing Nigeria huge billions as Nigeria have to get to China before it could scrap a ship thereby making wrecks dot the waterways.

The President of Shipowners Association of Nigeria (SOAN), Engr. Greg Ogbeifun said absence of hip recycling yard I Nigeria runs the country into a huge loss.

He said, “In Nigeria, there are no ship recycling activities despite the high number of scrapped ships and the relics that adorn our

coastal and inland waterways.

“This development gas created a situation where vessels for scrapping anywhere in Africa are towed all the way to Asia with the attendant huge cost.”

Ogbeifun maintained that ship recycling allowed materials from the ship to be made into new products.

His words, “modern ships have a lifespan of 25 to 30 years before refitting, repair, corrosion, metal fatigue and a lack of parts render them uneconomical to run. Ship recycling allows materials from the ship especially steel and equipment on board to be made into new products.”

Speaking on the ship recycling yards as panacea to revamping Nigeria steel industry, Ogbeifun said a vibrant ship recycling sector would drive industrialisation.

“Ironically, the high number of ship wrecks and scraps in Nigerian waterways can provide reasonable base feed stock for the steel industry as well as offer huge financial projects to the shipping, manufacturing, agriculture and service industry. The defunct Delta steel company, Aladja was a big consumer of steel scrap for her furnace.”

Why we earmarked 200, 000ha for oil palm plantation –Obaseki

Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki (3rd from right); Commissioner for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Hon. Monday Osaigbovo (left);Chief Executive Officer, SIAT Group, Gert Vandersmissen (2nd left, front row); Chairman, Plantation Owners Forum of Nigeria (POFUN), Emmanuel Ibru (3rd from left); Facilitator, Round Table on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), Nigeria, Fatai Afolabi (4th from right); Managing Director, Okomo Oil Palm Company Plc., Graham Hefer (2nd from right); and other stakeholders in the oil palm industry, during the public presentation and launching of the Nigeria National Interpretation of Round Table on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) in Benin City, Edo State...on Wednesday

Engine blow out: NCAA notifies operators

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The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) wants airline operators having Boeing 737-700 in their fleet to immediately comply with the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Emergency Airworthiness Directive.

The FAA says as a matter of urgency, such operators should commence immediate ultrasonic inspection of the fan blades within 20 days.

The directive is coming on the

heels of the recent engine explosion of South west airline midair on April 17, 2018 and had to make an emergency landing in Philadelphia.

In a statement, by the General Manager, Public Affairs, Mr, Sam Adurogobye says, the NCAA has sent letter for mandatory compliance addressed to all airlines and aircraft owners endorsed by Mr. Kayode Ajiboye on behalf of Captain Muhtar Usman, Director General NCAA dated 23rd April, 2018.

“Upon the receipt of FAA

Emergency Airworthiness Directive AD 2018-09-51, NCAA swung into action by carrying out a review on all the airlines to determine the operators of aircraft type with CFM56-7B engines that are essentially affected by the circular”.

The statement added,”It was established that only two (2) operators have the aircraft type in question in their fleet but the GOOD NEWS is that they are yet to reach the 30,000 cycles to which the Emergency AD requires immediate ultrasonic inspection of

the fan blades within 20 days”.

However the Authority went ahead to notify all the Nigerian operators about this development to enable them carry out the required inspection when it is eventually due.

Nigeria air travellers are assured that the Authority will continue to enforce compliance with Safety Regulations at all times for a safer aviation and any violations will be treated in line with the provisions of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Regulations (NCARs).

Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has said his administration plans to earmark not less than 200,000 hectares of land for organised oil palm plantation to diversify the state’s economy and create jobs for its teeming youth population.

Obaseki disclosed this during the public presentation and launching of the Nigeria National Interpretation of Round table on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) in Benin City, Edo State.

He said, “The goal for the palm oil industry is to have not less than 200,000 hectares of organised oil palm plantation by the end of my administration.

We are ready to fulfil our commitment made during the commissioning of the extension II project for Okomu Oil Palm Company, to pioneer the establishment of Oil Palm Council of Nigeria.”

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principle is critical in ensuring the achievement of the goal to position the state as the hub of palm oil production in the country. We will develop a master plan to deepen and re-enforce some of the RSPO principles with specific benchmark.”

He said as part of the state’s plans to ensure RSPO compliance, the state government has partnered with Pro-Forest to audit the forest assets in the state. “We have set-up a technical committee to review the report and work towards establishing a forestry commission for the state,” he said.

Obaseki commended Okomu Oil Palm Plc for its collaboration with the state to train fifty students from the College of Agriculture, Iguorhiakhi for a period of three months.

“The college was closed to allow for a comprehensive revamp. We require support of stakeholders to drive investment, economic growth and wealth creation through agriculture. The support will also assist the state to build a College of Education that will be responsible for providing needed technical manpower for the sector,” he noted.

Chief Executive Officer, SIAT Group, Gert Vandersmissen, said the oil palm sector in the state, if properly positioned, will be among the most sustainable in the world.

According to him, “This will be sustainable for large estate development. Oil palm is important as none of its products is a waste. It also has the capacity to create wealth for farmers and serve as a means through which poverty can be reduced.”

Sam Nzeh The Federal Government has been called upon to restrain the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) from acts of lawlessness as this ultimately stifles the economy and scares away investors from the country.

The Group Managing Director of Suru Group Limited, Edward Akinlade, made the plea in Lagos at a press briefing, noting that since March 22, 2018 when the company won the case it instituted at the Federal High Court, Lagos Division, against AMCON over the invasion of its hotel on Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Lagos, with the assistance of the police, AMCON has refused to comply with the court ruling.

He said: “Since September last year when Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) invaded our hotel on Allen Av-

Supporters of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar at Chatam House,London in solidarity support for Atiku who is in London...on Wednesday.

Shareholders commend ETI’s return to profitability Adesola Afolabi The shareholders of Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) on Wednesday expressed delight at their bank’s return to profit for the year ended 31 December 2017 at their 30th Annual General Meeting held in Lomé, Togo.

ETI, the parent company of Ecobank Group, had in 2016 recorded a loss of N52.6 billion but returned to profitability in 2017 with a profit after tax of N69.992 billion.

Intimating shareholders with the strategies adopted towards a return to profit, Ecobank Group

Chairman Emmanuel Ikazoboh said: “Ecobank enjoyed a return to profitability in 2017 as the strengthening of underwriting and risk management processes began to address our legacy credit issues. There were substantial improvements in the financial performance of our Consumer Bank and Corporate and Investment Bank divisions and the Board is confident that the foundations are now in place to enable the sustainable growth that will create shareholder value throughout Ecobank.”

Strengthening the Chairman’s words, Ade Ayeyemi, Group Chief Executive of Ecobank

Group, said: “Our digitisation strategy is rapidly yielding results that are putting Ecobank firmly on its path to becoming the digital bank of choice across its pan-African territories. Additionally, having ‘right-sized’ the business and ‘fixed the basics’, Ecobank is leveraging its inherent strengths as middle Africa’s leading financial platform to the benefit of all its stakeholders as a strong and sustainable bank as it promotes economic development and financial integration across the African continent.”

Although no dividend was recommended for the shareholders from the profits declared, the

shareholders approved all the resolutions at the AGM, which included the ratification of the co-option of Messrs.

Monish Dutt, Brian Kennedy and David O’Sullivan as Directors. They are nominees of the International Finance Corporation, Nedbank Group and Qatar National Bank respectively.

The firms Deloitte and Touche, Nigeria and Grant Thornton Côte d’Ivoire were re-appointed as Joint Auditors for a one-year term.

ETI is a leading pan-African bank with operations in 36 countries across the continent.

Call AMCON to order, Suru Group urges FG enue, Ikeja, Lagos, with police, the hotel is still under lockdown by AMCON. “We won all our cases against AMCON on March 22 this year when Justice MS Hassan of the Federal High Court, Lagos Division, dismissed AMCON’s case against us, describing it as abuse of court process. But as I speak, AMCON is yet to comply with the ruling. This is unfortunate and I appeal to the Federal Government to call AMCON to order.”

Akinlade described AMCON’s refusal to vacate his company’s hotel premises as the height of impunity and paints a bad image of the All Progressives Congress-led Federal Government which has been busy wooing foreign and local investors in a bid to boost the nation’s economy.

“The Federal Government should as a matter of urgency look into the way and manner the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has been carrying out its activities as a number of steps taken by the organisation lately are scaring away those who have invested in the economy as well as potential investors. A case in point is the continued lock-down of our hotel on Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Lagos which a competent court has ruled in our favour but AMCON has refused to comply till date,” he stated.

The Suru Group of Companies boss traced the company’s travails to the illegal purchase of its performing loan by AMCON form Oceanic Bank (Ecobank), insisting that the bank had no right to sell the loan since it was perform-

ing.

“Our loan was performing and neither Oceanic (Ecobank) nor AMCON had right to sell or buy a performing loan. AMCON had sued us but we sued Oceanic (Ecobank) and court ruled that AMCON cannot touch our property.

“We have sued Oceanic bank (Ecobank) for destroying our business and selling our loan to AMCON when it should not. This is the same loan AMCON is claiming we owe them. AMCON went to court without even mentioning our name but came with Mopol, not bailiff, to brutalise and chase us out of our hotel on the basis of jankara judgement in a case we were not party to.

“However, by last month’s judgement, we do not owe AMCON but they are still sitting on our property. They are trying to frustrate

us and have gone on appeal. We are sure that we will win at the appeal court but we suspect they will also go to the Supreme Court.

We are also confident of winning even at the Supreme Court but the question is who will retrieve our property?

“We urge the Federal Government to call AMCON to order because of their illegal act. We are also counting on the courts to redress AMCON’s fraud and judicial recklessness against our company,” he said.

Akinlade said that it was based on the ‘illegal sale and purchase’ of its property and subsequent lawsuits that AMCON forcefully drove his company out of its hotel on Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Lagos, alleging that AMCON is planning to sell the hotel for peanuts.

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Nigeria adopts, develop standards on sugar products Ladesope Ladelokun Nigeria is set to adopt African standards on Sugar and sugar products as well as develop Nigeria Industrial standards for Glucose and Sucrose.

Towards this end, a technical committee (TC) meeting on sugar and sugar products held at the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) Operational Headquarters, Lekki, Lagos recently to consider the adoption of some African Standards under the auspices of African Organization for Standardization (ARSO) and the development of other Nigeria Industrial Standards.

Addressing the opening of the meeting, SON Director General, Mr. Osita Aboloma stated that the draft standards on sugar are very important as they affect ev-

eryday life, due to their wide usage as sweeteners for human consumption and as raw materials along the food value chain.

According to him, the current trends in the processing of sugar has necessitated the elaboration of new standards because the quality of raw materials along the food value chain, the technological procedures and the handling determines to a large extent, as well as guarantees the quality of the finished products.

“It is therefore imperative for Nigeria to develop standards that take into cognizance these salient factors in a bid to forestall threat to life, waste of resources and to boost the quality of products both for local consumption and exports”, he said.

The DG alluded to Nigeria’s contribution to ARSO’s

efforts to harmonize Standards within the African continent to improve intra-African trading capacity, cross border products and services competitiveness and advancing the welfare of the people of the continent.

In essence according to him, Nigeria stands to benefit from the adoption of these harmonized standards through increased trade opportunities and competitiveness of its goods and services at both the African, sub regional and global levels.

These, the DG said is in line with the policy thrust of the government to diversify the economy and improve non-oil exports to which SON is in a key position of adding value, through standardization and quality assurance.

Standards considered for adoption at the meeting were; ARS 875-2017 Raw Cane

Sugar; ARS 876-2017 Brown Sugar; ARS 58-2017 White Sugar Specification and Determination of Lactose Content by High Performance Liquid Chromatography.

The draft Nigeria Industrial Standards also considered during the meeting were for Glucose and Sucrose.

Participants at the TC meeting included representatives of Institute of Public Analysts of Nigeria (IPAN); Federal Institute of Industrial Research, Osodi (FIIRO); BUA Sugar Ltd.; Dangote Sugar; National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC); Promasidor; Coca-Cola Nigeria; Consumer Protection Council (CPC); and Friesland Campina with Dr. Adepoju Oladejo of the College of Medicine, University of Ibadan as Chairman.

Bayelsa State Governor, Hon. Seriake Dickson (2nd R), performs the foundation Laying Ceremony for the proposed Labour House, under the watchful eyes of the Head of the State Civil Service, Rev. Thomas Zidafamor (2nd L), State Commissioner for Labour, Productivity and Employment, Chief Collins Cocodia (L), Chairman, NLC, Bayelsa State, Comrade John Ndiomu (R), and others, at the Central Business District, Sani Abacha Road, Amarata, Yenagoa.

The Ogun state Ministry of Health through the Save One Million Lives (SOML) Initiatives has distributed over 500 equipment to Primary Health Care Centres across the state to ensure effectiveness in delivery of health care services to the citizenry.

The State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun stated this while distributing the equipment to the various health care service centres across the state, held at the Arcade Ground, Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.

Amosun, in a statement signed by the Press Officer, Ministry of Health, Mr. Obadimu Ayoola, said it was apt

Okpekpe Road Race: Ecobank MobileApp now official Bank service platform Motolani Oseni

Pamodzi Sports Marketing, organiser of the acclaimed Okpekpe International Road Race, has named Ecobank Mobile App as the official Banking Service platform for the 2018 edition of the race.

This tournament is slated for Saturday May 12 in Okpekpe, Edo State. Mike Itemuagbor, Chief Executive Officer of Pamodzi Sports Marketing and Chief Promoter of the Okpekpe International Road Race said the Ecobank Mobile App is most suited for the Okpekpe 10km Road Race being an app that has been adopted across Africa.

Mr. Itemuagbor observed that the Ecobank App would adequately cater for the over 5000 local and international professional athletes expected at the competition, in addition to the large number of sports enthusiasts and government officials from across the continent.

According to him, “The Okpekpe Road Race is a global competition. It is therefore natural we look for a bank with a service platform that has international appeal.

This informed our choice of Ecobank Mobile App”.

“We have a long partnership with Ecobank based on the bank’s African appeal which best suits our dream to become one of the most sought after long distance races in the world. Our athletes come from all over Africa and they have testified that Ecobank products best suit them, enabling them access their funds at any point in time, especially during the competition as they do not need to carry cash or source foreign exchange”.

In his comment, Charles Kie, Managing Director, Ecobank Nigeria said the Ecobank Mobile App is a game changer for African banking

by using digital technology to combat many of the financial inclusion barriers faced by those on the continent.

He said Ecobank’s strategic mission is built around using mobile banking to deliver innovative, efficient and cost-effective services to every African.

“Our app not only removes the barriers that have financially excluded so many Africans but offers next generation functionality to help them send money, make withdrawals or pay for goods and services. Customers can use the app on their mobile to instantly open Ecobank Xpress Account, which doesn’t have any account fees, paperwork or minimum balance requirements, or to send and receive money across 33 African countries,” he said.

The Ecobank Mobile App which was launched in 2016 currently has over 4 million users registered and has consummated over one billion dollars’ transaction value.

The Okpekpe international 10km road race is organised by Pamodzi Sports Marketing, a leader in sports marketing, sponsorship, hospitality and Rights Acquisition business in Nigeria in conjunction with the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) and the Edo State Government.

The competition has set the pace for other road races in Nigeria and West Africa. It is the first road race in West Africa to be designated by the IAAF as one of the leading road races around the world since the classification was introduced in 2008. For three years since 2015, the race was organised under the prestigious IAAF Road Race Bronze Label and now it is the first road race to be granted a silver label status in West Africa.

Over 500 equipment distributed to PHCs in Ogun

as it reveals the state’s commitment to the health sector, noting that many laudable programmes such as the Institution of the Community Based Health Insurance Scheme tagged: ‘Araya’, the renovation of the State’s Cold Store for preservation of vaccines, renovation of primary Health Care Centres, to mention but a few were numerous steps taken by the government to ensure quality health for the people.

Amosun, who was represented by the state Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs.) Yetunde Onanuga, urged health workers to be diligent at their

duty post, also to maintain and use the equipment distributed them adequately to serve Ogun citizens. ‘’While the state government will continue to play its constitutional role of providing quality health care service delivery, I want to implore all our health workers in the state to be alive to their duties. In particular to make good use of the equipment being distributed and to adequately maintain the equipment to serve the good people of the state,” Amosun said.

He also charged citizens on partnering with the state gov-

ernment in the provision of health care service through the payment of their taxes as at when due, saying that when people deemed it fit to pay their taxes without forcing them, the government of the would not hesitate to provide good care services to its people as well.

“It is also pertinent to also request from the people of the state to partner with the state government in the provision of qualitative and affordable health care services delivery by paying their taxes as at when due,” he charged.

On his part, the state Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ba-

batunde Ipaye stated that the equipment which includes delivery and examination bed, stethoscope, incubator, etc were procured to save lives.

According to him, “I want to implore my colleague particularly the medical officers on health from our Local Government Areas and LCDAs, we must make sure that these equipment are judiciously use because a normal delivery will save hundreds and thousands of lives. ‘’If we are able to take blood pressure accurately, we will be able to save several

walking corpse across our local government area and that is why these equipment may look so small in sizes but they are very mighty when it comes to saving lives,” Ipaye stated.

In the same vein, the Chairman, State Medical Officers on Health, Dr. Adekunle Solarin appreciated the state government for the equipment, stating that it was a first of its kind in the state. He however noted that these would save more than a million lives, while promising that the equipment would be put to good use.

Capital Market B4 Stories by Adesola Afolabi As analyst revise their outlook on the Nigerian equities to “cautious trading”, investors demonstrated a slight aversion to certain blue chips on Wednesday, driving the Nigerian Stock Exchange All Share Index (ASI) 0.12 per cent lower to settle at 40,772.26 points.

Accordingly, the Month-toDate and Year-to-Date returns moderated to -1.80 per cent and 6.57 per cent respectively.

The Industrial Goods index recorded the largest loss of (-1.42 per cent) as Dangote Ce-

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Why stock market defied uptrend predictions relapses by 0.12% ment recorded a 1.21 per cent decline in its share price to close at N245 per share.

Although Dangote Cement released an impressive Q1 result on Tuesday, stock market analyst are of the view that the proposed N300bn corporate bonds fund raising could be more attractive to investors.

The loss recorded by the industrial index was however

followed by the Insurance index that dropped 0.76 per cent owing to selloffs of WAPCO (-1.97 per cent) and CONTINSURE (-4.43 per cent) shares respectively. On the flip side, the Oil & Gas (+2.33%), Consumer Goods (+1.74%), and Banking (+0.16%) indices closed in the green, following gains in the shares of FO (+10.16%), NESTLE (+4.99%), and GUARANTY (+0.58%), re-

spectively.

Market breadth turned positive, with 23 gainers and 22 losers, led by Forte Oil that gained 10.16 per cent and FBN Holdings that fell 8.96 per cent respectively.

Meanwhile, volume and value of trades grew by 42.34per cent and 42.93 per cent to 350.98 million units and NGN4.60 billion respectively, exchanged in 5,020 deals.

FirstBank, partners to send customers for 2018 World Cup in Russia In partnership with Visa International, First Bank of Nigeria Limited has announced that 2 lucky winners will emerge from its ongoing Visa Gold card issuance and usage promo.

Each winner will be entitled to take a partner along, for a 5 day all-expense paid trip to Russia for the 2018 FIFA World Cup event.

To qualify for the promo, customers are expected to spend a minimum of 500 US Dollars on their FirstBank Visa Gold cards. The promo is open to new and existing customers and ends on Monday, April 30, 2018.

The FirstBank Visa Gold card is an international premium credit card, issued in partnership with Visa International. It is accepted for payment at over 29 million partner locations and enabled for cash withdrawals at over 1.8 million ATMs in over 200 countries and territories worldwide, wherever the Visa logo is displayed.

So what are you waiting for, visit the nearest FirstBank branch today to pick your FirstBank Visa Gold Card.

Shareholders applaud Access Bank’s resilience amidst challenging macro environment Access Bank Plc., held its 29th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Lagos on Wednesday to the delight of its shareholders who applauded the bank’s overall performance for the year ended 31st December 2017.

A proposed final dividend of 40 kobo per share coupled with an earlier declared interim dividend of 25 kobo per every 50 kobo of share held in the Bank, was unanimously approved by the shareholders who re-elected Ernest Ndukwe and Anthonia Ogunmefun as Non-Executive Directors and approved the election of Hadiza Ambursa and Adeolu Bajomo as Executive Directors of the Bank.

Speaking to the Bank’s management on behalf of shareholders under the aegis of Independent Shareholders Association of

Nigeria (ISAN), National Co-ordinator, Mr. Adebayo Adeleke specially congratulated management of Access Bank for maintaining Non Performing Loan’s within regulatory thresholds, growing capital base significantly and maintaining a strong balance sheet.

Adeleke spoke on the background of the Bank’s 2017 result being considered.

He said “Most of our indices have grown significantly.

What we have is the fact that our bottom-line should have increased significantly compared with the year 2016, but we know the challenges with one of the telecoms company in the industry but we want to use this opportunity to congratulate both our bank as well as and other consortium of banks involved in saving Etisalat from total collapse because there are certain circum-

stances that are demanded in the interest of the general wellbeing of the populace” He said the shareholders realised there are certain sacrifices that must be made in the interest of the general wellbeing of the populace.

“We have tried as much as possible within the confines of the law to accommodate a business that was going comatose and the reverberating effect, if we have not done so would have been that thousands of Nigerians will have been thrown into the unemployment market, so I want to congratulate us, but we will do what it will take to recover our money in the long run And this will trickle down to the pocket of the Nigerian Shareholders.”

He also lauded the bank on a strong balance sheet.

He said “I am happy and congratulating fellow shareholders that we have crossed

the N3tn mark and balance sheet is currently standing at N4.1trn. Shareholders funds also grew from N454bn to N515bn, these are no small achievements, it is our company and we are extremely proud about it” Key highlights from the bank’s financials for the 2017 financial year shows Gross Earnings grew by 20.4 per cent to N459bn, Profit after tax dropped 13.2 per cent to N62 billion, Customers deposits accelerated 7.5 per cent to N2.2 trillion, Total assets hit N4trn after growing 17.7 per cent in 2017 while Shareholders’ funds appreciated 13.4 per cent to N515 billion.

Addressing the Bank’s ability to generate strong financial performance despite the adverse market conditions as well as residual issues from the recession, Mosun Bello-Olusoga,

Chairman of Access Bank Board of Directors commended the tenacity of the Bank’s management team and staff in the year under review. She said “Our overall performance underscores our commitment to the continued execution of our strategy in order to generate sustainable economic returns, while maximising shareholders value.”

She explained that although significant higher provisioning arising from the macro-economic headwinds affected profitability with Profit Before Tax (PBT) reducing year on year to N80bn in 2017 from N90bn in 2016, Total Assets hit a N4trn mark following a growth of 18 per cent recorded in the financial year under review.

Looking forward, Herbert Wigwe, Group Managing Director/CEO Access Bank said “Though we have made

significant progress in delivering on our growth objectives, more work lies ahead to ensure that we are wellpositioned for longer term value creation “This year we will place greater emphasis on growing our retail franchise, cost discipline and proactive risk management as key drivers for enhanced bottom line growth.

Some strides highlighted to be conquered through the bank’s digital strategy in the current year include being a significant lead in customer acquisition, and an accelerated customer migration to alternative e-channel platforms.

“The outlook for the Nigerian Banking Sector was fairly positive mid-way through 2017, and while we acknowledge risks, I am confident that as a group we are financially sound and will

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FAAC: FG, States, other share N270.81bn in March –NBS Stories by Motolani Oseni The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has said that the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) disbursed the sum of N270.81 billion to the Federal Government in March.

The statistic office disclosed on Wednesday that States received a total of N173.76 billion, while local governments received N130.91 billion.

It stated that the sum of N647.39 billion was disbursed to the three tiers of government during the month under review.

According to the report, the amount disbursed comprised N557.29 billion from the Statutory Account, N89.45 billion from Valued Added Tax (VAT) and N654.49 million excess bank charges.

The report, however, stated that the sum of N57.49 billion

was shared by the oil producing states as 13 per cent derivation fund.

It said that revenue generating agencies such as the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), and the Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) received N3.82 billion, N5.64 billion and N2.97 billion respectively as cost of revenue collections.

It further said that the break-

down of revenue allocation distribution to the Federal Government indicated that the sum of N230.33 billion was disbursed to the Federal Government consolidated revenue account.

In addition, it noted that N4.89 billion was shared for derivation and ecology, N2.45 billion as stabilisation fund, N8.23 billion for the development of natural resources and N5.72 billion to the FCT.

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Naira relapses against Dollar at Investors’ FX window The Nigerian currency, Naira on Wednesday relapsed against the dollar to close at N360.51 to the dollar against N360 traded on Tuesday at the Investors and Exporters (I&E) FX window.

The naira at the special forex window, also recorded a weaker transactions turnover of $212.85 million, compared to $217 million sold on Tuesday and $223 million exchanged the preceding day.

At the Bureau De Change (BDC) window, the naira closed at N362 to the dollar, while the Pound Sterling and the Euro traded at N505 and N445, respectively.

Trading at the parallel market saw the naira exchange at N363 to the dollar, while the Pound Sterling and the Euro traded at N505 and N445, respectively.

Meanwhile, the CBN has injected 210 million dollars to boost liquidity at the foreign exchange market.

That the CBN had remained committed in its aggressive interventions at the foreign exchange market.

The apex bank had injected over 16 billion dollars to the foreign exchange market since February 2017, while the investors’ window has attracted over 20 billion dollars since inception.

CIBN, FITC promote corporate governance through ethical training As part of efforts towards ensuring the furtherance of ethical standards and practice of good corporate governance among practitioners of the banking and finance profession, The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) in collaboration with the Financial Institution Training Centre (FITC) is set to organise an intensive workshop on “Building an Ethical Organisation Culture”.

The workshop which will be facilitated by International Finance Corporation, UK(IFC) authorized trainers, using the IFC curriculum on Ethics of the Banking Profession as

applicable to governance of banks, is scheduled for Tuesday, 8 & Wednesday, 9 May, 2018, 8.30am daily, at Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Target participants for the Workshop are top level and senior executives of banks and other financial institutions, their subsidiaries, directors of regulatory institutions and other employees in roles being directly supervised by executives on the board.The Workshop is already receiving nominations from financial institutions across the country.

The scope of the curriculum to be covered at the Workshop include amongst

others: Overview of Corporate Governance, Business Ethics, Building and Ethical Culture, Disclosure and Transparency.

The delivery methodology is a creative mix of the traditional classroom style lecture, relevant case studies, syndicate group discussions and role plays.

At the end of the programme, participants are expected to be able to put in place structures and processes that drive the right ethical culture, in the face of increased consciousness for brand value from good corporate citizenship.

Meanwhile, the Institute of Bankers, had just elected Dr. Uche Messiah Olowu, as

the President/Chairman of the institution with other new national officers to steer its affairs for the next two years.

Dr. Uche Messiah Olowu, who is a distinguished banker of repute will be assisted with other officers elected running the task of the affairs of the Institute.

The other officers include Mr. Bayo Williams Olugbemi, who emerged the first vice-president; Mr. Kenneth Onyewuchi Opara, 2nd Vice-President and Prof.

Pius Oladeji Olanrewaju, National Treasurer Dr. Uche Olowu’s inauguration has been slated for Saturday, May 19, 2018 at an Investiture ceremony at the

Bankers house, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Before his election as President, Dr. Uche Olowu has been the Institute’s 1st Vice President and Chairman, Board of Fellows/ Practice Licenses of the Institute. He is a seasoned professional banker and astute scholar with over 30 years cognate experience. He has a Masters degree in Business Administration (MBA) in Management from Rivers State University of Science & Technology (RUST), Port Harcourt, where he traditionally capped it with a Doctorate of Philosophy degree (Ph.D) in management-Organisational Behaviour.

Brands & Marketing B6 Stories by Godwin Anyebe In order to deepen marketing activities in Nigeria, the manufacturing sector has to be very vibrant and productive which can only be achieved through a better legislation for ease of doing business, the chairman of manufacturers association of Nigeria (MAN) Otunba Francis Meshioye has said.

Meshioye made this disclosure at the 10th edition of the CEOs/ Managing Directors’ breakfast meeting held recently in Lagos with the theme; “The Nigerian Manufacturing Sector: Current Issues and Strategic Options”, with special emphasis on “The Impact of Legislation, Regulations and Policies on the Ease of Doing Business in Nigeria.

He noted that, the manufacturing sector remains outstandingly the engine of economic growth and social redemption of any economy, adding that Manufacturing sector in Lagos and Nige-

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Nigeria needs better legislation for ease of doing business –Expert ria is under siege.

It is therefore our outmost expectation that the government should have in place progressive legislations and especially focus on improving existing regulatory policies towards enhancing profitability of businesses, easing entry barriers for entrepreneurs, towards the delivery by the manufacturing sector contributions to economic growth which further propels social redemption built upon wealth creation, increased employment rate, and support to increased government revenue forgovernment developmental projects.

According to him, It was noted that the Nigerian economy technically exited a negative territory in 2017 as Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 0.55 per cent in

the second quarter of 2017. ‘’This technical exit remains largely volatile, as it remains vulnerable to shocks. While the manufacturing sector in Lagos State is still battling to survive amidst the legion of major challenges as noted at the last Breakfast meeting held in 2017, some of which are;the expansion of the list of taxes, levies and fees payable to Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies in the state withoutconsultation with the stakeholders.

“An example of a tax introduced in such manner is the Stage Carriage Permit by the Ministry of Transport, the difficulties being created by the beaurecractic bottlenecks in the implementation of the Harmonized Inspection of Workplaces as approved

by His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Lagos State in October 2016, traffic Gridlock at the Corridors of the Lagos Sea Ports’’, Meshioye explaind.

He stressed that the aforementioned challenges exist alongside other conventional ones such as in high rate of foreign exchange for raw material imports, high interest rates, multiplicity of taxes and levies by almost all MDAs. These challenges which are seen as resultant effects of legislations, regulations and policies being implemented by the Government, all together increase the high cost of doing business, misery index of the citizenry and inturn reduce efforts made towards social redemption” he noted.

He pointed out that, “the growing regulatory mountain keeps

Akinkuowo, Cowbellpedia Champion, gets foreign scholarship

From Left to Right: Mr. Festus Tettey, Commercial Director, Promasidor Nigeria Limited; Master Ayodele Akinkuowo, 2015 Cowbellpedia Champion and beneficiary of the Scholarship; and Mr. Anders Einarsson, Managing Director, Promasidor Nigeria Limited during the hosting/cheque presentation recently in Lagos before he (Akinkuowo) departed for Russia

Obaigbena, Olanipekun, Abati to lead discussion on Future of the Media The Publisher of thisday Newspapers, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, a former President of Nigerian Bar Association, Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN), and a former Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Dr. Reuben Abati are expected to lead discussion at the Right Hand Media Roundtable Discussion, holding on Friday at Raddison Blu Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, with the theme ‘Fake News and Future of the Media.

The roundtable discussion also coincides with the public presentation of ‘BRAND IN THE NEWS’ – a compilation of articles written by one of Nigerian best Marketing Reporters, Mr. Raheem Akingbolu.

The event which is the first leg of the agency’s annual Stakeholders Media Engagement is organ-

building on itself. This generally negates the objectives of the Ease of Doing Business Policy initiative and other reactionary interventions by the Federal and State governments respectively, and it therefore scares job creation away, and conflicts with economic prosperity.

Meshioye who reaffirm the association’s resolve to sustain existing cordial relationship and strengthen the cord of partnership until the environment in Lagos and the entire nation become investment and business tax friendly, called the CEOs and Managing Directors present to continue to use this avenue to interact and exchange ideas that will foster supportive polices to the growth of the sector.

ised to galvanise stakeholders towards the danger of citizen journalism to the future of the industry.

According to a statement made available to newsmen in Lagos, the Media Relation Manager of the agency, Miss. Morounmubo Alabi, indicated that Dr. Abati, a respected scholar and media industry giant, was chosen as the speaker for the day after a careful deliberation by the board.

“The decision to settle for Dr. Abati was based on his reputation as a highly respected media chieftain and an intellectual powerhouse in the Nigerian media environment. We believe he will undoubtedly educate the audience on the theme which was deliberately chosen to highlight the growing challenges of the media management business and the

management of brand business in a country that was once rated as the largest economy in Africa as our own contribution in promoting the brand idea,’’ it stated.

A legal luminary, Chief Wole Olanipekun, SAN, will be chairman of the event, while a former Chairman, Advertising Practitioners Council of Nigeria (APCON ), Mr. Lolu Akinwumi, will moderate the round-table session.

Expected as Guest of Honours are; Chairman, Troyka Group, Chief Biodun Shobanjo and Commissioner for Information in Ondo State, Mr. Yemi Olowolabi.

To do justice to the discussion, the statement further stated that the agency has cleverly selected firebrand men and women as discussants. They include; Simon Kolawole (a former THISDAY Editor and owner of The Cable),

Emeka Opara (Head of Corporate Communications at Airtel Nigeria) Bolaji Okusaga (a Public Relations consultant) and Angela Agoawike (a former Secretary-General, Nigerian Guide of Editors).

Others are, Mr. Tokunbo Modupe (Chairman, TPT International), Mr. Yishau Shuaib (CEO, PR Nigeria) and Femi Awoyemi (a business coach and CEO at Proshare Nigeria Limited) and a former Commissioner for Information in Edo State, Mr. Louis Odion.

Meanwhile, top industry players in the Marketing Communication industry have described Akingbolu’s BRAND IN THE NEWS as a book that will contribute greatly to the development and growth of Marketing and Advertising in Nigeria.

Ayodele Akinkuowo, the 2015 senior category winner of the Cowbellpedia Secondary Schools Mathematics TV Quiz Show, has secured a scholarship to study Aeronautic Engineering at the University of Moscow, Russia.

Promasidor Nigeria Limited, the makers of Cowbell Milk brand sponsors of the Quiz Show also donated the sum of USD $2,500 in appreciation of the feat by a ‘Cowbellpedia Ambassador.’

Akinkuowo was a student of Adeyemi College of Education Demonstration Secondary School, Ondo, Ondo State when he won the Cowbellpedia Mathematics competition in November 2015.

While hosting him recently in Lagos, Mr. Anders Einarsson, Managing Director of Promasidor Nigeria Limited, noted that the company remains proud of the achievement of the young man who has hoisted the Cowbellpedia flag higher by his brilliant outing. He added that the money was a token of support for his trip and assured that Promasidor would continue to support the academic development of Nigerian children.

In his remarks, Akinkuowo expressed deep gratitude for the gesture and promised not to diminish the Cowbellpedia spirit in all his future endeavours. He disclosed that the competition has not only emboldened him to face the challenges of life, but it has also taught him a big lesson in faith and hope.

“The day I won the competition three years ago, my mother wept.

When the then Governor Olusegun Mimiko invited me and my parents to the Government House in Akure for doing the state proud, I wept especially after the Governor shook my hand. I can never forget such moments. God and Promasidor have been kind to me. I will never forget,” he said.

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Sea protection: NIMASA warns Nigerians against indiscriminate dumping of materials in ocean Stories by Segun Oladipo The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has warned Nigerians against the indiscriminate dumping of waste at sea.

This is even as the agency inaugurated Marine Litter Marshals to assist in ridding the oceans of unwanted waste materials that could cause environmental degradation and also impede safety of navigation on the nation’s territorial waters.

In a statement signed on Tuesday by the NIMASA Spokesman, Isichei Osamgbi, the agency charged Nigerians on the sustainable use

of the ocean resources and added that there are so many activities dependent on the ocean; hence the need to ensure it is clean and properly utilized.

The agency’s Director General, Dakuku Peterside, who stated this during the flag-off ceremony of the Marine Litter Marshals held at the Nigerian Maritime Resource Development Centre in Lagos, explained that, “the state of health of the ocean is related to the state of our health and our economy; therefore we must stop the indiscriminate dumping of materials in our ocean”.

He further stated that marine litter directly im-

pacts on ocean life, marine habitats, human health, and navigational safety with potential impacts on the socioeconomic development of nations. This he stressed necessitated the Agency to collaborate with the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) Global Partnership Action (GPA) in 2015 to carry out a scientific study on marine litter challenge in Nigeria, thereby culminating to the development of the national action plan on marine litter and its campaign concept.

Dr. Peterside who used the opportunity to charge the marshals to go to the ports, coastlines and littoral

communities and enlighten them on the need to maintain cleaner oceans; enjoined them to also keep watch and ensure that the right thing is done so that our ecosystem can be preserved. He further warned that the Agency will not condone indiscriminate dumping of waste at sea.

Also speaking at the event was a marine environment expert and the President of the Waste Management Society of Nigeria, Professor Osinbajo Oladele, who applauded the initiative and described the Agency as a beacon of hope to the rest of Africa. He said there is the need to preserve our oceans as it holds a lot of opportuni-

ties in developing the nation.

He stated further that there is the need for intergenerational equity of our resources, which means the survival of the ecosystem is dependent on this present generation as it will affect the future generation. “The environment is not a gift from our parents, but a loan from our children. We must, therefore, do all we can to preserve it”, Professor Osinbajo said.

It may be recalled that the Convention on the Prevention of Marine Pollution by Dumping of Wastes and Other Matter 1972, commonly called the “London Convention” and also abbreviated

as Marine Dumping, is an agreement to control pollution of the sea by dumping and to encourage regional agreements supplementary to the Convention.

It covers the deliberate disposal at sea of wastes or other matter from vessels, aircraft, and platforms.

NIMASA as the Agency of government responsible for Marine Environment Management in its continuous quest to reposition the Nigerian maritime sector in line with global best practices has taken the step to engage some young Nigerians as marine litter marshals who are expected to ensure that the oceans are kept clean and safe.

Pirates kidnap 12 crew on cargo ship in Port Harcourt channel

Youth Empowerment and Skills Acquisition Scheme (YESAS) by Sen. Oluremi Tinubu

Navy moves to ease Apapa traffic, introduces call up cards The Commander, Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT, Commodore Okon Eyo, handing over the Call Up Card to a truck driver after inspection in Apapa.

As part of measures to ease the perennial gridlock in Apapa, Lagos, the Nigerian Navy says it has introduced a “Call up Card System’’ for trucks that have business to do at the ports.

The Commanding Officer, Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT, Commodore Okon Eyo, disclosed this to journalists at a news conference at the Naval Base in Apapa, Lagos.

He said that the call up card system only allowed trucks that had business

inside the ports, while those without call up cards were turned back at the foot of the bridge.

“What we have done was to a design call up card. Every morning, we ask them to bring the particulars of the trucks and we endorse the cards and give it to them.

“This will distinguish them from those who are not supposed to move, who should wait for normal clearance to proceed.

“This card will be given back to them and this means that we have processed trucks to continue.

“This card has worked perfectly well with the tankers and with this, they have been able to conduct their businesses well,’’ he said.

“The commander also said that the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) had also played a major role in easing the traffic situation around that area.

“We had a meeting and we were able to brainstorm and they have to do more supervision and we all agreed to step up our game.

The Commander also said that the shipping agencies should have a holding bay, adding that this also was a way of easing traffic on that axis.

He said that a Standard Operating Procedure was also introduced after much deliberation for all port users, which would help to ease up the traffic situation.

The call up system started

on March 22.

The commander also noted that there were other security agencies that were now working together to tackle this menace.

The Traffic Manager, NPA, Mr Victor Ogini, said that there was an existing relationship between the port and the Nigerian Navy.

“We have been enjoying this collaboration from the Navy, Police, LASTMA and the truck owners.

“These are the people, who have been collaborating with us and the result is what we are seeing,’’ he said.

There was a tour around Apapa environs, to see firsthand how the road has been cleared for easy access.

Suspected pirates kidnapped twelve crew members from a Dutch cargo ship off the coast of Nigeria.

The attack occurred early Saturday morning as the vessel was nearing port of Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

The ship owner, ForestWave Navigation, confirmed Monday that 12 of 14 crew members on board their general cargo ship FWN Rapide were taken from the vessel. The two remaining crew members are reported safe.

Following the attack, the vessel was moved to a safe location.

“ForestWave would like to stress its main priority is to establish contact with the missing seafarers and secure their earliest and secure return. The company’s Emergency Response team is working around the clock and is liaising with the local and international authorities.

ForestWave together with its local organisations are in close contact with the families of the valued seafarers to support them in these difficult times,” the company said in a statement.

ForestWave also commended the two crew members for their “courageous and professional handling” of the incident, crediting them with moving the ship to a safe location after the attack.

In an earlier statement, ForestWave said it has activated an emergency response team and they are monitoring the situation extremely closely.

“We are currently in close contact with the authorities and taking professional advice in order to secure the earliest release of those that are currently being held,” ForestWave said.

“Together with our local representatives in the countries of origin of our valued seafarers we are keeping the families of the FWN Rapide crew informed about the situation.”

“ForestWave will not be providing any further information in order not to jeopardise the safety of those involved,” the company added.

AIS ship tracking data showed the FWN Rapide as sailing from Takoradi, Ghana to Bonny, Nigeria when the attack took place.

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Commercialise your research to boost IGR, Lokpobiri tasks Agricultural Institutes Tom Okpe, Abuja The Honourable Minister of State for Agriculture and Rural Development (FMARD) Senator Heineken Lokpobiri has urged Agricultural Research Institutes in the country to embrace commercialization of their research and agricultural products to boost internally generated revenue (IGR) to ensure the sustainability of the Institutes.

The Minister gave this charge while undertaking a two-day facility tour of the three research institutes domiciled in Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, including: Institute for Agricultural Research (IAR), National Agricul-

tural Extension Research and Liaison Services (NAERLS) and the National Animal Production Research Institute (NAPRI).

He said commercialization of the institutes has become imperative as government alone cannot continue to provide the required funding for the institutes and consequently urged the managements of the institutes to partner with Donor Agencies to support them in this regard.

In a statement released in Abuja on Wednesday signed by Osagie Julie Jacobs, the Minister said; “if you don’t commercialize, you cannot maximize your potentials”.

He commended the achievements of

the institutes despite challenges confronted over the years emphasizing the need for further investment in research and manpower development to enable the country achieve self-sufficiency in food production.

“President Muhammadu Buhari is ready to revitalize the agricultural sector and his determination will continue to support farmers through provision of agricultural inputs such as fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides and farm implements including tractors”, he said.

In his earlier remarks, the Executive Director NAPRI Prof.C.A.M Lakpini informed the Minister that plans were under way to partner with the private sector, especially the Bank of Agricul-

ture (BOA), UAC Foods and Alar Foods through the mobilization of clusters of farmers to drive the commercialization process.

Meanwhile, vice Chancellor of the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, Prof. Ibrahim Garba disclosed that the Ahmadu Bello University Micro Finance Bank has made an after tax profit of N300m from loans disbursed to farmers for their various farming activities.

He said that the bank which started with an initial capital of N20m concentrated efforts in supporting peasant farmers to improve their livelihood, noting that the farmers did not disappoint as they fully repaid their loans.

Stallion Group empowers Nigerian rice farmers

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In its bid to support government’s effort in rice production in the country, Stallion Group, a business conglomerate has commenced the strengthen of Nigeria’s farmers by impacting them with farming knowledge to boost the rice revolution in the Nigeria.

The company in a statement on Tuesday said that its major emphasis has been to empower women and youth in rice value chain hence it has entered into MOUs with almost 600 cooperative groups having 24000 members.

“The major focus for Stallion has been to strengthen the Farmers and their Rice Farming knowledge in

order to bring in a rice revolution into the country.

It is a multi-leveled approach not only to increase the area but also to transform the Rice Farming and Rice Business sector through the quality produce and farm productivity.

“Therefore at the farmers level the group formed “Progressive Farmers Association”, and devised a “Village School” (a farmer’s Training Model) & “ On Farm Trials” (Practical Demonstrations) that are being executed to impart technical know -how to promote advanced rice farming and to improve farm yields and bring insustainable and scalable growth to the Farm Community and Farmers.

“Our emphasis has been also to empower Women and Youth in Rice Value Chain. During the course of its interaction and Integration services, our company has entered into MOUs with almost 600 Cooperative groups having 24000 members,” the statement read.

It stated that it has interests and operations in entire West African Countries amongst various sectors which include Food Trading, Agriculture Farming, Rice Mills, Fertilizers and Agro Chemicals, Fish Farming and Trading, Plastics & Packaging, Steel and Mining, and Auto Manufacturing.

NAF empowers Nigeria youths in fish farming In a bid to curb criminality within its vicinity, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Base in Lagos on Wednesday empowered 100 barracks youths on fish farming.

Base Youths Empowerment Through Agriculture (BYETA) was flagged off

by Lagos State Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr Toyin Suarau, at the Sam Ethnam NAF Base, Ikeja.

Speaking at the occasion, Head of NAF Lagos Logistics Command, AVM Nnamdi Ekeh, said the initiative was aimed at empowering youths economically to curb social vices

within barracks.

Ekeh said that the programme was also aimed at promoting agriculture and self-sufficiency among the youths.

He thanked the Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, for the laudable initiative and support for the military.

Addressing the beneficiaries, Suarau said that the programme was in line with the vision of the state government on food security and job creation.

“The state development plan for agriculture is to move the present local food production from 18 per

cent to 25 per cent of the state food demand by year 2025.

“The state has put in place various projects and programmes in agriculture for our youths. We have the rice for job programme which we have started in Epe and Badagry,” he said.

The commissioner said that 400 youths had benefited from the programme.

He added that the state’s Agriculture Youths’ Empowerment Scheme was aimed at training youths in the three basic fields of agriculture – fishery, livestock and crop.

Global market volatility: Ivory Coast boost local processing of Cocoa Ivory Coast Trade Minister, Souleymane Diarrassouba says that boosting cocoa processing in Ivory Coast will check price volatility and improve the sustainability of the country’s cocoa sector.

Diarrassouba told a conference in Berlin on Monday, that increasing the volume of cocoa that was processed locally was a necessary step to help protect producing countries from volatility on the global market.

A large global surplus of cocoa in the 2016/17 season (October/September) sparked a fall in New York futures in April 2017, to a more than nine-year low.

This prompted the Ivory Coast’s Coffee and Cocoa

Council (CCC) to cut the price it paid farmers for their cocoa to 700 CFA francs (1.28 dollars) per kilogram from 1,100 CFA francs.

“Our government wants to establish a resilient and sustainable cocoa economy that can withstand price volatility which generates a living income for the farmers, who are the weakest link of the chain.

“The government has also made efforts to improve the investment climate in Ivory Coast in a bid to attract the foreign investment it needs to boost the processing,” Diarrassouba said.

Diarrassouba told the attendees that Ivory Coast had set a goal of increasing local processing of its cocoa

from 30 per cent to 50 per cent by 2020.

Global chocolate makers have been buying more cocoa through schemes aimed at stamping out poverty, but benefits for farmers have been tempered by falling premiums under the biggest and most popular of these programmes.

The International Cocoa Organisation has forecast that Ivory Coast cocoa grindings in the 2017/18 season (October/September) will rise by 23,000 tonnes to 600,000 tonnes.

The inter-governmental body put the Ivory Coast’s crop for the present season at two million tonnes, or about 43 per cent of global production.

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Perpie: I love to share my heart with people

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Interview L2

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Being an MTNF-MUSON alumnus has opened opportunities for me –Perpie Perpetual Atife, who goes by the stage name Perpie, is a talented singer, song-writer and saxophonist. She is also a

You were a student at the MUSON curtsey a scholarship from the MTN Foundation. What year was this and what happened from the moment you wanted to attend the school?

I went to pick up a form for an examination at the Musical Society of Nigeria, MUSON and I heard that there was this Diploma programme being offered which was very rich and intense one, I had then basically concluded that I could not afford it, as such there was no point proceeding with the forms purchase. But then while I was still talking, the MTN Foundation paying for everything and all you had to do was to pass the examination. That was how I applied for it, took the exams and I passed. That was the beginning of this wonderful experience.

Before you attended the school, what were you doing?

Before I went to MUSON, I was teaching. I studied music education at the Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education, Lagos State. I was a struggling teacher,

teaching in two different schools at that time. I was some making money but I knew deep down that I needed something to push me further, some more exposure, training and opportunities and the MTNF-MUSON programme was the best thing that ever happened to me in that it helped me to achieve my dreams.

What has the experience been as an MTNFMUSON alumnus?

Being an MTNF-MUSON alumnus has been amazing and it has opened opportunities for me but you must know what you personal motivations are, else you will get to a point where you are trying to be better than the next person. However until you personal makeup and DNA, you may not be able to see the opportunities around. I have been taking my

track where I am competing with others. This alumni network is beautiful and rich. We all look young, trendy and on-point. 90 percent of my band members are MTNF graduates, so this system opens you to a great network and rich cluster of great people.

You might look beautiful today but you have come from a very rough place. What as that experience like for you?

I come from a broken home and my mum had to fend most part, I grew up in Surulere. But then I lived in about seven different places from Ajangbadi to Okokomaiko, all from not having a place to lay our heads. My mom was a teacher and you know how it was teaching in a government school, where there is strike today, no

Tell us about what we just witnessed today. How did you come about the programme?

Last year, on my birthday, I decided to share my music with a great audience and have a good time with friends. On Facebook Live we had about 2,000 viewers

this year, I said to myself that I have written a few songs, even though the album is not out yet, I thought I should

reason why my education was very slow but it was really tough growing up. From homelessness to days without food, from sleeping in the church and you are not sure

So I decided again to celebrate my birthday with friends and great people. I reached out to Steinway showroom and they let me use this place for free. Then I decided to invite my friends from school, as well as the ever supportive people at the MTN Foundation. In setting all this up, I was also buoyed by the fact that I wrote some songs and I felt that they were worth sharing with the world.

it was a grave and dire experience. Somehow the instability in accommodation did slow things down, but

So how long did it take us to put this concert together? together. I have known when I wanted to do this but I

giving me opportunities, you just know that you are worth something.

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my husband supported me with funds, contacts and a

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‘Not easy joggling performances and home front’ lot of things. Access to funds was a big challenge but it has been a long time coming.

Was there a point in time that you felt like giving up?

A lot of times during the preparations, I felt like packing up and abandoning the project. First of all, my pianist, Timothy Ogunleye, another MTNF-MUSON

with throughout the production of this album and not being round to work with the musicians and I also was engineer was unable to make it so I had to reach out to a different sound company. So it was really clumsy but I had to pull through. I am grateful for good people

my heart with people. When you think of these things,

Most embarrassing moment as a performer?

Sometimes when you get distracted, there are so many things going on in your head and you just play off

you go blank at that moment.

What about the most interesting moment you have ever had?

Roberts. They all kept me going. When I look at them

people are smiling at you and clapping and some people

What has been your inspiration?

I would say that this concert has been worth doing.

For those struggling on their projects, I would say to them that the reason it came to your mind

just How do you balance motherhood, marriage and music? secondly, trusting God for the best partner, someone who can support you and stand with you. It is not easy especially on him but he is still there. He sticks by me. This whole alone but my husband helped me through and stood by me.

one day at a time. Sometimes you look

weight you are carrying, but it is just for a while. The kids will grow up, you will be done with school and life will continue.

So these things will pass and you can now sit down and focus on your gift.

How do you relax?

How many instruments do you play?

I play three instruments -the piano, guitar and the

What has been the secret of your success?

God has been the secret of my success. Of all this that you see in my life has only been by the grace of God. How

has

the

MTNF-MUSON

programme

The MTN Foundation has through this music

to music.

What is your favourite colour?

White What is your favourite food?

courage all because of the MTNF-MUSON scholarship afford the Diploma on our own. Music is one gift that

If you were stranded on an Island and you have to go with one thing, what would that thing be?

to groom some blind but talented student in music.

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Mutiat Alli

Easy makeup tips that will make you look more attractive The art of makeup is a delicate process

Make your eyes bigger

but sometimes the black line can

Use a beauty blender fake brows brows are what make or break a makeup look. makeup and

brow with the smallest tip of the brow pencil and Use a face primer brows. Go for a natural look.

concealer as well.

Less is more

Apply foundation in natural light

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Apply toner before or after makeup

Use a colour under lower lash line

lower lash line. Choose

Get rid of bags under your eye hausted. To erase those dark

with a small brush. You can do -

Natural brows are better than

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Mutiat Alli

Get the tricks to lasting

PEDICURE Dodge fragrances:

Smooth it out:

Top your topcoat:

Moisturize: Keep them covered:

Avoid heat:

Bring your own polish:

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Tips for parents in building good relationship with teens Mutiat Alli

There are several reasons why a good relationship is important in keeping teens safe and healthy. If we the parent is close to our

There are many ways to improve the relationship between us and our teens; Keep in Touch even when everything is going smoothly. We can let our teens know ing in touch regularly with our teens is one of the most important things we can do as parents. Teens feel their parents care about

Spend Time Together.

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drive to the store together. Your teen will notice if you make time.

Keep Promises. keep them if at all possible. When we are unable to keep our promBe Real With Our Teens. need to talk with our teens about it. We need to tell them that we truly concerned about their well-being. We also need to be courteword. This is an important part of gaining trust and respect. If we and helping out in small ways go a long way to show how much we

The most important qualities of a good relationship are;

Be Thoughtful. marked with a gift or special activity. We just have to let our teens

Recognize Special Efforts.

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kind to someone.

Tell Them We Care. take the time to tell them? We need to tell our teens how much we

Director: Foluke Daramola Salako Be Supportive.

Year of release: January 2017 they still need ourtime: support. We need to listen to them sympathetiRunning 3hrs. cally.

The movie cobweb is aSometimes true life story of a in young Avoid Hurtful Teasing. we tease a wayboy that Sam puts (Uti Nwachukwu) who has the desire to be a musician in future a person down. We can avoid teasing our children this way espebut his father Akiga ( Funsho Adeolu) was not in support of cially in front of others. It really hurts. did not want him to end up (uneducated) like him. He never Use Humor and Lighten Up. and be willing to poke fun at ourselves at times. Joking around en-

courages a positive relationship.

We must accept

their efforts and strengths. with their parents.

Parenting teenagers has rewards and challenges. As our kids recognize these strengths and let our teens know it.

Involve Our Teens parents we must help our kids set boundaries and live with rules. aries and rules are.

them as we did when they were small children. They still need us to ment and happiness through our relationships with them.

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Nutrition L7

Mutiat Alli

Eating right: Tips for healthier living We all want that perfect body, for the while for the guys: that lean body built and

you just have to shift to healthier food and beverage choices. What you eat goes a long way in shaping your body, keeping you ing that perfect body shape and the following tips will help you in achieving that: 1. Never skip breakfast

ways in a hurry that they forget to eat in the eating breakfast helps in weight loss. Good oats, cereals etc.

2. Eat fruits and vegetables

perfect body shape. Fruits and vegetables that are needed in the body and also helps in burning excess calories. Regular intake of fruits and vegetables has also been known to prevent diseases such as diabetes, obesity, heartburns and others.

food choices.

3. Adequate intake of water

4.Table your meals The less stressed you are when eating, the

go through life dehydrated which causes tiredness, low energy and headache.

car or close that book before you dig in. Ensure eating.

5.

Avoid junk foods About 85% of people these days live on junk ach and excessive weight body shape, choose foods that are low in fat and have fewer calories. Intake of Confectionaries of all kinds should be reduced to a

6. Avoid late night meals: Eat dinner 14-15 hours before breakfast the next day, this is to enable proper digestion and

7. Eat a little at a time

enables easier digestion and keeps you strong without feeling week and sluggish which a and Feel Right.

Relationship L8

Daily Times Nigeria Thursday, April 26, 2018

Owhe Wilfred

Choosing the right partner: Knowing your partner is the one for you

Here are some tips on choosing the right partner: