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South-East governors receive Ekwueme’s body in Enugu

Moses Oyediran, Enugu

South East governors comprising Governors David Umahi of Ebonyi State; Willie Obiano of Anambra State; Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State and Rochas Okorocha of Imo State, on Monday, received the body of late former Vice President of Nigeria,

Dr. Alex Ekwueme, at Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu. The body of the former vice president arrived the Akanu Ibiam International Airport Enugu at exactly 2:08 pm in Nigeria Air Force plane marked NAF 918 from Abuja. Continued on page 6

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Daily Times: Folio petitions Buhari, Saraki, CJN, others

Ï Wants President to probe bias, impunity by Police High Command Ï Says police conniving with CAC, Sen Obiora to destroy DTN Ï Seeks public hearing by NASS over DTN ownership

R-L: Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha; first son of the late former Vice President Alex Ekwueme, Pastor Godnows ; Ebonyi State Governor Dave Umahi; his Enugu State counterpart, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi and others during the arrival of the remains of the late Ekwueme at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu ... on Monday

Minister to Obasanjo: You’re ignorant, thrives on falsehood against 6 Buhari

Shortage of plane: Medview shuts down Dubai operations B2

Mathew Dadiya, Abuja

The Management of Folio Communications Limited, owners of Daily Times of Nigeria (DTN) has written a petition Continued on page 5

Remains of the late former Vice President Alex Ekwueme during his arrival in Abuja from London...on Monday.

7 FG owes us N170.6bn outstanding subsidy payment –NNPC

Cattle rustling: 2 abducted, 75 cows killed in Nasarawa 7

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Onslaught on Daily Times: Folio petitions Buhari, Saraki, CJN, others Continued from page 1 to President Muhammdau Buhari in which it alleged that Police High Command and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) were colluding with a former lawmaker, Sen. Ikechukwu Obiora, to illegally change the ownership of DTN and possess its assets. In the petition titled, “Urgent Appeal to Investigate and Address Gross Injustice, Abuse of Office and Connivance by Police High Command and Corporate Affairs Commission to Destroy Daily Times of Nigeria,” Folio alleged that Obiora is using the Police to arrest both management and members staff of DTN as well as circulating fake documents in desperate attempt to annex landed properties of the company. The letter, which was dated January 24, 2018 and signed by Chairman of Folio Communications, Mr. Fidelis Anosike, narrated how DTN offices in Abuja and Lagos were raided and ransacked with the Publisher, Group Managing Director, members of staff and reporters arrested and detained for many days. Apart from the President, Anosike also petitioned Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Senate President Bukola Saraki and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon Yakubu Dogara, the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Mr Abubakar Malami (SAN), the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Walter Onnoghen and the Chairman, Police Service Commission. Anosike also wrote to the Minister Industry, Trade and Investment, Mr Okechukwu Enelamah, the National Judicial Council (NJC) and the Newspaper Proprietors of Nigeria (NPAN). In the petitions, Anosike said that Folio Communications Limited bided for and bought DTN in a widely publicised and transparent privatisation process executed by the Federal Government, saying that DTN was duly handed over to Folio Communications in September, 2014. He added that a minority shareholder in DTN later relinquished such minority shares to a company in which Ikechukwu Obiora had interest for which Obiora has done everything possible to convert DTN to himself including going to the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) with forged documents to change ownership of the company

which the courts have severally declared illegal. The petition to the President reads in part, “Obiora has initiated several criminal cases against us and DTN, all of which have been dismissed including by a Lagos State High Court, a Federal High Court and the Court of Appeal. In dismissing the cases, the courts expressly declared that the issues in dispute are purely civil and not criminal in nature. “It is for that he cannot have DTN that Ikechukwu Obiora resorted to obtaining injustice from the back door by running to a Magistrates’ Court in Mpape, Abuja with active connivance of the Police High Command led by DIG Hyacinth Dagala to commit this high level of impunity, injustice and gross abuse of judicial process on a case that has been dismissed by superior courts, severally. “We wish to inform Mr. President that the Police High Command played active roles in the abuse and victimisation of the Publisher, management and members staff of DTN with direct supervision of the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Force Investigation and Intelligence Department. “It is important to state here that DTN was completely dead before Folio Communications Limited bought it through a transparent privatisation process. All its equipment were unserviceable. We have over the years invested billions of Naira to resuscitate and reposition the DTN and make it a brand. The intention is to restore its lost glory as the face of Nigeria and viable brand. “The activities of Ikechukwu Obiora in connivance with the Police and Corporate Affairs Commission has had; and continued to have huge but negative impact on the progress of DTN. Such impunities meted against investors by privileged individuals and authorities like the Nigeria Police and Corporate Affairs Commission should be of grave concern to the federal government as they combine to scare away genuine investors at a time that the Federal Government is putting much efforts and resources to positively change the perception of Nigeria and Ease of Doing Business in the country.” Attaching all relevant documents related to the purchase of DTN including receipts of payment and Shares Purchase Agreement (SSA), Anosike also

informed the President and others that a dispute between Folio Communications and Ikechukwu Obiora on DTN ownership was resolved in 2006 following intervention of some stakeholders in the media industry after which a consent judgement was granted by a Federal High Court in 2006. He added that Obiora has continued to act in breach of both the Statement of Agreement and the Consent Judgement. “We have gone through many legal battles over the years on this same matter

both civil and criminal most of which were initiated by Ikechukwu Obiora, in spite of the Consent Judgement arising from the amicable settlement of April, 2006. “It is however of importance to state that we have won all the cases so far while others are pending at the High Courts and the Court of Appeal. In the same vein, the courts have dismissed all criminal prosecutions initiated against us by Ikechukwu Obiora while declaring that issues arising from the suits are civil and not criminal,

yet he remains unabated,” Anosike added. Among his prayers to the President is a directive to the Inspector General of Police to halt the illegal arrest, detention and abuse of the Publisher, management and members staff of Daily Times of Nigeria; the Inspector General of Police to release, without further delay, all management, line staff and reporters working with Daily Times of Nigeria; and that the President directs either the Vice President, the Attorney General of the Fed-

eration (AGF) or anybody of his choice, to carry out a detailed and comprehensive investigation of the immediate and remote cause(s) of the attempt to destroy Daily Times of Nigeria by Sen. Ikechukwu Obiora, the Nigeria Police and the Corporate Affairs Commission. On the part of the Senate and House of Representatives, the petition is seeking for a Public Hearing where the parties can present their claims before Nigerians in order to save Daily Times of Nigeria, the heritage newspaper.

L - R , Deputy Governor of Anambra State, Hon. Nkem Okeke, Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, Sectary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha and Senate President, Sen. Bukola Saraki during the Parade of Honour for Former Vice President, Late Dr. Alex Ekwueme at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.... on Monday.

Stem killings, insecurity in Nigeria, Scripture Union urges FG Worried about the current spate of insecurity, kidnappings and other vices in the country, Scripture Union (SU) Nigeria, an international, interdenominational and nondenominational Christian organisation committed to the work of evangelizing among children, youth, families, has urged the Federal Government to stem the tide of killings and address all the critical challenges facing the country. The Union stated this in a communiqué jointly signed by the trio of Prof. M.O. Iwe, National Chairman; Mr. Phillips Adewale, National Director; and Mr. Odicha’ Ude, Council Secretary, at her 101st Council Meeting held at the National Camp of Faith Okigwe, Imo State. According to the statement, the Federal Government should look critically

and without bias at the various agitations from many ethnic nationalities that make up Nigeria in order to ensure equity and fair play for peaceful and progressive co-existence. The Union also urged the Federal Government to ensure equitable consideration in appointments considering the heterogeneous nature of Nigeria in order to assure various ethnic nationalities fair play and sense of belonging. The SU further enjoined the Federal Government to address youth restiveness through sustainable employment capable of assuring the children and youths adequate daily provisions. ‘’SU opines that qualitative education in Nigeria stands as the only incontrovertible means of national development, hence

the Post-UME in tertiary institutions should be encouraged and sustained”, the Union stated. It stressed that both the Federal and State governments should as a matter of urgency address the issue of unpaid salaries, pension allowances to their serving and retired staff, and serious action be taken to address high cost of doing business in Nigeria due to lack of optimal power supply and lingering poor road infrastructure. Commending the Federal Government in her fight against corruption, the union called on the government to transparently declare recovered loots to Nigerians in order to provide level-playing ground in the anti-graft war. SU Nigeria thanked God Almighty for keeping the country in peace despite

the forces of darkness fighting against her welfare and called on Christians in Nigeria to go back to the tenets of truth, holiness and Christian tradition “as they await the soon coming King – our Lord Jesus Christ”. The union also called on Christians and Scripture Union members to pray for Nigeria in view of corruption, ritual and cult killings, imbalance in family units, uncontrollable apostasy among the youths, Fulani herdsmen menace and agitations around and within various geopolitical zones. It advised Christians to go back to evangelism and discipleship as means of fulfilling the great commission and the need for Nigeria to return to God as her sovereign ruler whose authority is absolute and incontrovertible

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South-East governors receive Ekwueme’s body in Enugu

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Other dignitaries who were at the airport to receive the body of the late Vice President include President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Dr. John Nnia Nwodo; Anglican Bishop of Enugu Diocese, Archbishop Emmanuel

Chukwuma; and National Chairman of United Progressive Party (UPP), Chief Chekwas Okorie among others. In a brief ceremony, the South East governors, one after the other, paid their last respects to the former vice president. But the Anglican Bishop

of Enugu, His Grace, Dr. Emmanuel Chukwuma, faulted the Federal Government claims that it has spent N1billion for his burial. Bishop Chukwu, who prayed for the successful burial of the late Dr. Ekwueme, described the publication credited to the

Minister of Labour and Productivity, Dr. Chris Ngige, that Federal Government have spent N1 billion for the burial as unacceptable. He said the Federal Government should explain what, where and how the N1 billion it claimed to have spent on the burial of

late Dr. Ekwueme, stressing that late Ekwueme being an accountable man, Federal Government must give account on how the N1 billion was spent. Chukwuma described Ekwueme as a great politician in Nigeria that will never be forgotten as far as politics is concerned in

this country. “We are happy that the government is giving him a befitting burial, but one thing is that people should emulate the legacies he left behind. “It is not good to say all sorts of things without emulating what he left behind,” Chukwuma added.

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Mathew Dadiya, Abuja

L-R:Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, after a meeting with Osibanjo in Abuja...on Monday.

Customs boss humiliates Sen Dino Melaye, other visiting senators

Olufemi Samuel, Abuja

The stand-off between the Senate and the Comptroller General of the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS), Col Hammed Ali (rtd), took a new dimension on Monday as the Custom boss, took the senators to the cleaners, lecturing them on how to imbibe a correct work etiquette and human relations. The incident occurred at the Headquarters of the Nigerian Customs in Abuja during a visit by the Senate Ad hoc Committee on Economic Waste, headed by Senator Dino Melaye. Melaye had earlier provoked a foul reaction from the Customs boss when he expressed dismay that the Comptroller General failed to come down from his office to welcome members of his Committee on visitation to the premises, while preferring to meet them at the Conference Room. Senator Melaye before reading his prepared speech, told the Custom

boss that protocol had long been established with statutory bodies like Customs, Immigration, Prisons and others, over the years and wondered why such etiquette was not accorded the committee. He said, “Before reading the prepared speech of the committee, let me make this small remarks on what we have just observed here in form of breach of protocols. “Mr CG, rather than meeting us here at the conference room by way of courtesy, you supposed to have met us at the ground floor on arrival into the premises. “That has been the practice of statutory bodies headed by Chief Executive Officers like you. Relevant senate committees have over the years been accorded this by bosses of Immigration Service, Prison Service etc, making us to wonder why it is not so here today under your leadership. “Therefore, before pro-

ceeding further, on account of this observation, we want the Customs management to know that the presence of this committee before it implies that the Senate itself is before it to put things in order as regards the economic waste taking place in the Customs Service requiring the seriousness it deserves from you and the entire management” . Melaye, in his characteristic manner, bellowed at the Customs top management officers, declaring that the committee’s meeting with them was more or less that of the Senate, while he banged the the gavel on the table in demonstration of his readiness for commencement of the meeting. But the Customs boss in his response, took time to tongue lash the Senators and literally stated that Melaye overstepped his boundary by raising the issue of etiquette and official superiority during their meeting with him.

Choosing his words, Col Ali charged back at Melaye, saying that, “We have our own protocol as regards receiving visitors like you. I don’t need to come downstairs to receive you just as nobody in the Senate or House of Representatives has ever come out to receive us anytime we visit the National Assembly. “So, there is no breach of protocol for not coming down to welcome you since appropriate officers have been assigned to do so . Our protocol is our protocol and should be allowed to be. “In fact, by way of etiquette, it is the committee that supposed to come to my office first on arrival and not just coming straight to the conference room. “Let me state clearly that we in the Nigeria Customs Service are servants of the people. We believe in Nigeria and working with others to make it great without being railroaded in anyway .

The Minister of Communications, Mr Adebayo Shittu, has lambasted former President Olusegun Obasanjo for exhibiting ignorance of the achievements of the federal government and “churning out falsehood” against President Muhammadu Buhari. Shittu, who spoke on Monday while briefing State House correspondents at the Aso Rock Villa in Abuja, insisted that only the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) can stop Buhari from seeking reelection in 2019. Obasanjo had last week issued a damning statement on the Buhari administration and advised him not to seek reelection in 2019. He also accused the President of underperformance and engaging in nepotism. But Shittu has faulted the claims of Obasanjo, saying that as a minister for two years under Buhari’s administration, he considered it a patriotic duty to speak to Nigerians on a number of issues “that have been trending, particularly in the South West and generally in the country”. He added that he was speaking personally and as an APC member, because “the federal government had not been talking enough.” The minister further said, “Obasanjo as a Nigerian has the right to hold an opinion. If Obasanjo holds an opinion that Mr. President has performed less than it should be, those of us who are in the position to know better have a right to also state the other side which perhaps Obasanjo is ignorant of. “You see, there are some people who enjoy engaging in sensationalism. With due respect to General Obasanjo, if you take his history over the last 30 years, there is hardly any regime other than his own that he did not criticise, except Sani

Abacha, who didn’t wait for Obasanjo to criticise him before he was sent to the gulag. “So many Nigerians know that Obasanjo enjoys this type of sensationalisation. In any case, no matter what impression you have of me, do you have a right to tell me not to contest an election? I mean we should talk like people who are educated, who know our left from the right.” Shittu also said that Obasanjo was taking advantage of the modesty of the Buhari administration, saying that there is the need to situate the issues in proper context. The minister said, “We believe in modesty, we do not believe in propaganda. Unfortunately enemies of this government, particularly people who perhaps feel they have lost out in the new dispensation have been churning out false information, blackmail and all kinds of baseless accusations, particularly of non-performance of the government. “I am talking here not as the spokesperson of the government but as an individual, a leader of APC from Oyo State, who also is a member of this government, having been minister of communications. “I believe as an active participant in political and governmental affairs, I have a duty to the government and to myself and I believe to all Nigerians that we have to correct a lot of misinformation and blackmail that is out there by people who ordinarily deserve respect but who for reason of clanishness, for reason of tribalism; for reasons of religious bigotry and intolerance have decided to see and not to ask questions about what is going on in the country. Shittu also said contrary to the widespread information, the Buhari government has performed better that the PDP which was in power for 16 years.

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Cattle rustling: 2 abducted, 73 cows killed In Nasarawa

About seventy-three cows were killed while 18 other cows were injured in an early morning attack on Yamadaga village, Kadarko community in Keana Local Government Area of Nasarawa State by suspected cattle rustlers. The cattle rustlers reportedly invaded Kadarko community at about 4am on Monday, shooting into the air. They were also said to have kidnapped two persons, chasing other cows into the bush in the process. The victims of the attack, who were mostly herdsmen, claimed that the masterminds of the attack were Tiv farmers and that it was a reprisal attack. Ahmed Abdullahi, one of the cow owners, said the rustlers unleashed mayhem when the villagers were asleep. He said, “I was sleeping and then I heard bullet sound everywhere, I didn’t see anybody but they killed my 73 cows, some of them were dispersed into the bush and I haven’t seen two of my children.” A chief in the village, Ardo of Yamadaga, Husseini Adamu, said the attackers were numbering

close to 1,000’ claiming that they were welding various dangerous weapons. He said, “In the morning around 6am, our

children saw some Tiv people numbering up to 1,000 holding sophisticated weapons. They killed some cattle, went away with many.

“They even took motorcycles. Before I came, the place was already in chaos and we realised that at a spot they have killed 73 cows excluding the ones

that they carted away with and also they went with two of our children.” When contacted, the Commissioner of Police, Nasarawa State Com-

mand, Ahmed Bello, confirmed the incident, saying that investigations are ongoing on to unravel the identity of the attackers.

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode (right), presents a souvenir to Director General of Consumer Protection Council (CPC), Mr. Babatunde Irukera during his courtesy visit to the Governor at Lagos House, Ikeja, on Monday, January 29, 2018.

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Olufemi Samuel, Abuja Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has said the National Assembly will continue to expose corruption in the petroleum sector irrespective of the status of those involved in the act, The development came just as the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has disclosed that the federal government is owing it about N170.6billion as outstanding subsidy payments between January 2006 and December 2015. Saraki made the vow while declaring open a two-day public hearing on the investigation of over N5trillion subsidy payment to the NNPC between 2006 and 2016 by the Senate Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream).

He said the unconstitutional and illegal practice must be addressed and that the Senate would not rest until it is fully addressed. Saraki said: “For years, our country has been plagued with the issue of fuel subsidy and for too long, a scheme designed to reduce the burden on the poor has become the cash cow of a few who continue to milk the country dry in trillions under a process so opaque and insulated from public scrutiny called fuel subsidy. “You would recall that it was only after my motion on the 5th of March 2012, with the support of my colleagues in the 7th Senate and after a thorough review and investigation of the scheme we unearthed the monumental fraud bigger than our capital budget

for a year going on in the name of fuel subsidy. Five years down the line, we are back on the same matter. This is not acceptable and we are determined to get to the bottom of it”. The Senate President lamented that that the mere fact that the same issue is still being discussed again, “shows that those who benefit from this grand deception are not willing to let loose and government have not done what we need to do to nip this problem in the bud”. He said the Senate had cut short the end of year recess of the committee to immediately intervene and investigate the root causes of the recent resurfacing of queues at pump stations nationwide, adding that its “findings have brought to light the fact that our

downstream oil and gas industry needs critical reforms”. He, however, urged the committee to get to the bottom of the issue and proffer long lasting solutions to the racketeering in the fuel market that leaves the Nigerian people poorer every year. But making a presentation on behalf of the NNPC, its Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Isiaka AbdulRazaq said NNPC is being owed N170.6billion by the Federal Government. He explained that the amount was arrived at after deduction of N4.950.80trillion received as payments from the N5.121.40 trillion approved subsidy claims of the corporation from January 2006 to December 2015. AbdulRasaq called on

the committee to assist in ensuring that the outstanding debt was settled to enable NNPC effectively achieves its obligation as the supplier of last resort to the downstream sector. He traced the advent of the subsidy regime to October, 2003 when NNPC was directed by government to commence the purchase of domestic crude oil at international market price without a corresponding liberalization of the regulated price of petroleum products. He explained that under the subsidy regime, NNPC and other suppliers of refined petroleum products were entitled to file subsidy claims to the Petroleum Products Pricing Regulatory Agency, PPPRA. The CFO, however, noted that unlike other oil

marketers, NNPC did not receive cash payment for subsidy claims as its subsidy claims were deducted out of cost payment to the Federation Account after due certification by PPPRA. Earlier, the Minister of State for Petroleum, Dr. Ibe Kachikwu represented by the permanent secretary, Mrs. Folashade Yemi Esan, told the committee that the ministry has delegated responsibility on subsidy to some agencies under it. The Chairman of the committee, Senator Kabiru Marafa (APC, Zamfara Central) commended NNPC for the elaborate presentation while pledging its support to all stakeholders in the sector to ensure uninterrupted supply and distribution of petroleum products.

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FG to declare state of emergency in education sector ÎÎÎMinister

of education, Adamu Adamu has said that the federal government will declare a state of emergency in the education sector in April. He disclosed this on Monday when he received Abubakar Sani-Bello, governor of Niger state, at the ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. Adamu requested the support of all states governors to do the same in their respective states. “By the end of April, we

are proposing there will be a declaration of a state of emergency in the education sector all over the country,” he said. “We request all the state governors to do same in their states and we hope that once this is done our educational sector will improve. “I will also meet with the governors to appeal to them to give special emphasis to address the problem of low standard of education especially at

primary level.” The minister said the ministry was planning to present a proposal to the national council of state for graduates of education to henceforth be employed on grade level 10 of eight. He said the proposal would also include offering employment to students studying education in tertiary institutions. NAN reports that Bello earlier said the state government was revamping the educational sector

through the provision of good infrastructure in schools and training of teachers. He said the state government plans to establish three teachers’ professional institutes in the three zones, adding that one was already being established in Munya local government area. The governor solicited the support of the minister on the development of the institutions.

Maritime Varsity will bring rapid growth - Delta monarchs Benjamin Omoike

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Gbararmatu Kingdom, His Majesty, OboroGbaraun II, Aketekpe, Agadagba, Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State and His Royal Majesty, Suo Vi, the Olaja-Orori of Ugborodo Clan, at the weekend urged the Federal Government to kick start the Nigerian Maritime University, Okerenkoko, without further delay. They both spoke at the palace of the Pere of Gbararmatu Kingdom at Oporoza when the Olaja-Orori of Ugborodo Clan and his entourage visited the Gbararmatu Royal Father. According to them, the establishment of the Nigerian Maritime University, Okerenkoko will bring rapid development to the area and the entire Niger Delta Region. They advised investors to take advantage of the prevailing peace in the area to carry out their legitimate businesses, and also implored the state and Federal Governments to ensure the immediate take-off of the Ogidigben Gas Revolution Industrial Park (GRIP), and the Gbaramatu Deep Seaport; which together make up the celebrated Export Processing Zone (EPZ) project, which groundbreaking ceremony was done by former President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration early 2015. The Monarchs warned those they described as enemies of progress to steer clear from the affairs of Gbararmatu Kingdom and that of Ugborodo, and both resolved to continue to work for peaceful coexistence in the area. According to them, “Now that we have lasting peace in the area, we do not want any third party to come in between us and cause unnecessary trouble.

Demolition of houses on Isawo Road, Ikorodu, Lagos state, to make room for construction of road from Isawo to Arepo in Ogun state....on Monday

2019: Atiku, Ekweremadu, best bet for PDP Alphonsus Nweze, Awka

ÎÎÎAs the struggle for 2019

election intensifies, a chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), in Uturu Isiukwuato Local government Area of Abia State, Chief Amechi Ukoro, has said the combined ticket of the former vicepresident Atiku Abubakar and the Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, is the most viable option for the party. Chief Ukoro told newsmen in Onitsha, Anambra State commercial nerve centre that the combination of the two was the perfect match PDP needed to wrestle power from APC in 2019. He said Atiku as the head of Musa Yar’Adua Political dynasty, which later became PDM, that formed substantial part of PDP and a former vice – president of the country has the political contacts and reach among the political class in the country that will clinch victory for the party. Ukoro said Atiku would no doubt be acceptable in the North, where he hails from and South East, South South, South West and, where he is believed to have large followers. The PDP chieftain said it was only Atiku who can equal Buhari`s towering height in the North and other parts of the country. “Atiku is one of the first class politicians in the country. He is the only person who cannot be intimidated by these hawks. And that is why some are vehemently opposed to his ambition because they know he cannot be their stooge” said Chief Uhoro. For Ekweremadu, he said, apart from being the highest PDP political office holder in the country, he has demonstrated enough courage, politi-

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cal sagacity and steadfastness in the face of intimidating forces of Muhammad Buhari. He said it was through the uncompromising principle of Ekweremadu that PDP recovered from its coma to bounce back to a viable party that is now angling for presidency in 2019 Ukoro said if not because Ekweremadu led few others in the Senate to say no, APC would have snuffed life out of the party and there will be no PDP today for anybody to aspire for any political positions. “Ekweremadu is not a typical Nigeria politician. In the midst of pressure when Buhari took over, he kept the flag flying. That has earned him tremendous respect from Nigerians across the country. He is an asset to PDP.” Ukoro said Ekweremadu having stayed in the Senate for more than 20 years, out of which 12 years he would have been a deputy senate President has given him a wide range of experience and contacts in the country. But more than that the chieftain said Ekweremadu has political base that will help his party clinch victory in the election since the South East is predominantly PDP.

NDDC to partner Chinese firm for regional power pool project ÎÎÎThe Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has started discussions with a Chinese firm, SINOTEC Company Limited, for the execution of a Niger Delta Regional Power Pool Project. The NDDC Managing Director, Mr. Nsima Ekere, stated this during a meeting with officials of the Chinese company at the Commission’s

headquarters in Port Harcourt. He remarked that the NDDC was looking for ways to stimulate industrial growth in the Niger Delta region. Ekere, who was represented by the NDDC Executive Director Projects, Engr. (Dr) Samuel Adjogbe, observed that activities in the Niger Delta region revolved almost exclusively around oil and gas business.

According to the NDDC boss, “we have looked at some indicators, and it is obvious that the power requirement for industrial growth in the region is not available. So, we need to make a deliberate effort to set up projects that can boost power and attract investors to the region.” He said that NDDC was interested in setting up the regional power pool to help provide adequate power that would be subsidized for the industrial parks planned for the nine states of the region. The power pool arrangement, he added, would benefit all Niger Delta people. The NDDC Chief Executive Officer expressed delight that feasibility study for the project had been concluded, stating that the next stage would be to prepare the actual design and thereafter produce an agreement to spell

out the conditions and terms of engagement. Ekere urged the Chinese firm to work out the details to be presented at a subsequent meeting on February 6, 2018, showing the funding requirements since finance was always a challenge. “The meeting will also give us the opportunity to explain the interface with NDDC, especially at the technical level,” he said. Presenting the scope of the power pool project, the NDDC Consultant and Managing Director of Income Electrik, Mr. Matthew Edevbie, said that the project would adopt a strategy “to harness the cheap, abundant, reliable and available power in the Niger Delta region.” According to Edevbie, adequate power could be used as a catalyst to drive socioeconomic growth and indus-

trialization in the Niger Delta. He lamented that the region, with all its God-given natural resources, was yet to be industrialized. He said: “It is good that the NDDC is looking at development in the region beyond oil and gas. What the project aims to achieve is to produce 7,000 MW of power across 18 power stations of the Niger Delta. It also aims at establishing industrial parks in each of the senatorial districts in the region. The power will be distributed to the industrial parks.” The General Manager of SINOTEC Company Limited, Mr. Bu Songo, underscored the need for a Public, Private partnership for the development of a power plant in the Niger Delta, stressing that international funding was critical to the successful execution of such projects.

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Electoral Act: INEC will obey timely, legitimate amendment – National Commissioner ÏÏÏ

The Independent National Electoral Commission on Monday said it would obey any timely and legitimate amendment to the Electoral Act. A National Commissioner in the commission, Prof. Okechukwu Ibeanu, stated this in Abuja against the backdrop of the proposed amendment to the Act by the House of Representatives with regard to the order of the 2019 general elections. The lawmakers began the amendment process on Tuesday, barely two weeks after INEC released the timetable for the elections. In the proposal, the National Assembly election would hold first, followed by Governorship and House of Assembly, and

Presidential election to be conducted last. The amendment passed first reading on Tuesday after the House received the report of its Committee on Electoral Matters on the electoral process and need to amend the Electoral Act 2010. In INEC’s timetable, presidential and national assembly elections were billed for February 19, 2019 and governorship and house of assembly, March 3, 2019. Ibeanu, who spoke on the sideline of INEC’s Electoral Institute 14th Public Lecture, told the News Agency of Nigeria that the amendment by the lawmakers was still a proposal. He said: “It is still a proposal by the House of

Representatives. “I think it is still going to enjoy concurrence of both chambers of the National Assembly for harmonisation as well as inputs from states. “As a law-abiding organisation, INEC works with the Electoral Act. “If there is a legitimate amendment to the Act, INEC will have no option than to obey, but that must happen first. “Like I said, the role of INEC is to conduct elections based on the law. “If there is a legitimate amendment to the Electoral Act, INEC will obey.” On the timing of the amendment with regard to the elections, Ibeanu said there was a six months time frame for

the amendment of the Electoral Act. He said: “Practically, there is ECOWAS protocol discouraging amendment of Electoral Act before the election in less than six months to an election and we still have more than six months.” On report that the commission may approach the court over the proposed amendment, he said it was not necessary for now as the amendment process was yet to be completed. He said: “What are we approaching the court for? “When we see the amendment and if it is necessary, we can approach the court then. “Doing that now is like putting the cart before the horse.”

Ganduje, Kwankwaso summoned to Aso Rock Rabi’u Kwankwaso, senator representing Kano central and Abdullahi Ganduje, governor of Kano state, have been summoned to the presidential villa in Abuja over the feud between the two of them. Ganduje was Kwankwaso’s deputy all through the eight years he presided over Kano. However, both men

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fell apart shortly before Kwankwaso handed over to his successor. Apparently to test their popularity, both men had fixed rallies for Tuesday, sparking fears of an outbreak of violence in the state. But the senator has since called off his. On Monday, the governor, accompanied by two serving senators and two members of the House of Representatives from the state, met with Abba Kyari, chief of staff to the president. Ganduje, however, declined to speak with state house correspondents after the meeting. Kwankwaso is also expected to meet with VicePresident Yemi Osinbajo at the presidential villa later in the day.

Adamawa assures residents of empowerment programme By Tom Garba, Yola ÏÏÏ Governor Jubrila Bindow of Adamawa State on Monday reassured the people of the state of a well planned empowerment programmes this 2018-2019. He made this known during the Constituency empowerment and scholarship programme organised by the lawmaker representing Yola North in the Adamawa House of Assembly, Hon. Suleiman Alkali. While addressing the over 3000 beneficiaries of the programmes at Lelewal Hall in Yola, Bindow told the cheering crowd that stomach infrastructure is what will dominate the last phase of his administration as there is a conscious arrangement to that effect. Recall that on assumption of office in 2015, Bindow made it clear to the people of the state that his two years in office is going to embark on massive physical infrastructures development and the remaining years in his office is purely on stomach infrastructure in form of Human development and empowerment. “You can bear me witness there is unprecedented development in terms

of physical infrastructures, in fact I lost count of the number of roads constructed in the state, as I’m talking to you I awarded another road construction in Jimeta town today, now my attention is shifting to hospital and stomach infrastructure,” he said. He appreciated the effort of the lawmaker for coming up with a laudable program that is people oriented and called on the people to give him maximum support in order to bring more dividends of democracy. He also called on all Adamawa State residents to imbibe the spirit of peace as without peace no meaningful development can be recorded and should always pray for President Muhammadu Buhari for God to give him wisdom, sound health and strength to work for the country. “Let’s continue to pray for President Muhammadu Buhari for him to succeed well in leading us, I’m also pleading with everyone of us to live in peace, God in his wisdom bring us together and we must learn to live in peace no matter our differences, we can’t enjoy the giants strides of my administration if we are not coexist

L-R: Representative, Edo Women Development Initiative, Mrs. Stella Ogeme; Representative , Edo State Taskforce on Human Trafficking, Dr. Esohe Aghatise and the Representative of Mrs. Dolapo Osinbajo’s Women’s Helping Hands Initiative, Ms. Odofin Yetunde, at the commencement of skills training for 500 Libya returnees in Benin City, Edo State, on Monday

430 prisoners admitted for varsity degree, 915 others freed – NPS Idris Ahmed, Lokoja

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No fewer than 430 prisoners across the country are now pursuing their various degree programmes at the National Open University of Nigeria to enhance their status, just as 951 others regained freedom due to the intervention of National Stakeholders on Prison Reforms. Three others are said to be on the verge of completing their doctorate degree in other universities in the country. The prisoners were al-

lowed to enroll for the University education as part of new reforms being implemented by the Federal Government to make life out of prison meaningful for the ex-convicts. The National Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Prison Service, Francis Enebore, revealed this in Abuja at a media briefing on the forthcoming February 1 Public Presentation of Survey Reports on the Nigerian Prisons.. Enebore said the Open University was gracious in admitting the prisoners for their higher educa-

tion to make them better citizens of the nation adding that well meaning Nigerians, religious and corporate bodies have been assisting the ex-convicts in providing for their educational needs. He said at a joint media briefing with the Executive Director of Prison Rehabilitation and Welfare Action, Dr. Uju Agomoh, that 951 others were set free upon meeting conditions for freedom. Among others, he said fines imposed on the exconvicts by various courts in the country were offset by the National Stake-

holders to pave way for their final release. Besides, the Nigerian Prisons spokesman said prisoners are now fully engaged in the production of food for themselves and the country in the new farm settlement schemes established in some states of the federation. At the moment, he said 17 farm settlements in Kaduna were already producing beans in commercial quantities, Bauchi farms producing rice and Edo farms engaging in production of palm oil for the prisoners and the nation.

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Lamido for re-arraignment, as judge remits case file to CJ Andrew Orolua , Abuja.

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wa State, Sule Lamido, his two sons, and five others whose corruption trial began in 2015 may be re- arraigned afresh before the Federal High Court Abuja. Fact about their fresh arraignment emerged Monday as the trial Court judge, Justice Babatunde Quadri remitted the case file to the Acting Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice Abdu Abdul-Kafarati to reassign the case to another judge. When the matter came up on Monday for continuation of trial, Justice Quadri informed the parties he was remitting the case back to the Acting Chief Judge of the Federal High Court as the Court of Appeal had ruled that the matter should be returned to Justice Adeniyi Ademola’s court where the defendants were first arraigned in 2015. The matter was re- assigned to Justice Quadri following the suspension of Justice Ademola. Not satisfied with the decision the defendants appealed against the transfer on the ground that the prosecution had called almost all of its witnesses, 18 witnesses and had only two left to close its case before the CJ transferred the matter. Unfortunately for the defendants, a month after the appellate court ruled that they be sent to Justice Ademola’s court, National Judicial Council (NJC), compulsorily retired Ademola. With the remittance of the suit it became inevitable that the defendants will face a fresh re- arraignment on 43 count charges bordering on corrupt enrichment. The charges were filed against them by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Lamido supporters who trooped to the court on Monday said re- arraignment would compound Lamido plight. He has made his intension known to run for presidency in 2019 general election. Justice Quadri, had last year admitted Lamido to bail in the sum of N100m and two sureties in like sum while his sons and the other defendants were admitted to bail in the sum of N50m each and two sureties each in like sum.

Governor Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa state (centre), his wife, Rachael (fourth left), Secretary to the State Government, Kemela Okara (left, back row), Speaker, State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Konbowei Benson, a cross section of guests and inmates of the Gloryland Children’s Home, Yenagoa, jointly cutting the Governor’s 52nd birthday cake during the Governor’s visit to the orphanage to celebrate with the children.

FG files 2 more charges against Senator Misau Andrew Orolua, Abuja

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Federal Government on Monday amended the five count criminal charge against Senator Isah Misau , Bauchi Central Senatorial district, increasing it to seven. Beside, the amendment, the private prosecution counsel Dr. Alex Izinyon (SAN) also applied for subpoena to compel Channels television to produce Senator Misau interview video tape that contained his alleged offences. The interview according

to the prosecution counsel, Izinyon contains details of the allegations against the senator representing the Bauchi state central senatorial district, Senator Misau. Senator Misau was accused of allegedly spreading falsehood against the office of the Inspector General of Police, (IGP) Ibrahim Idris during an interview in August Last year. According to the charge Mr. Misau allegedly accused the IGP’s office of engaging in fraudulent collection of millions of Naira from police officers seeking promotion in the service.

The senator was also accused of alleging sexual misconduct against Mr. Idris. Senator Misau was also accused of falsely linking the office of the IGP with fraudulent collection of at least N10 billion from individuals and oil marketers to provide them with security. The senator pleaded not guilty to the amended charges. After taking his plea the prosecution informed the court of its desire to produce three witnesses in the next sitting and an applica-

tion to serve subpoena on the Channels television to produce the interview video tape. Izinyon SAN told journalists after the court session on Monday, the subpoena was needed to ensure that Channels Television produce the video tape of the interview with Senator Misau where he disseminated falsehood against the IGP. Mr. Misau’s allegation came shortly after the senator engaged in a serious of verbal rambling with the IGP.

LG Polls: We will not participate- Edo PDP By Titus Akhigbe, Benin

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the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Monday said the party will not participate in the Edo State Local Government Council Election following a case instituted by the party to challenge the Edo state House of Assembly (EDHA) over issues bothering on electoral laws. State Chairman of the PDP, Chief Dan Orbih made the position of the party known during the Flag off the PDP’s “Meet the People Tour” to the 18 Local Councils in Igarra

and Auchi, headquarters of Akoko Edo Local Government and Etsako West Government Areas, respectively. Orbih who gave reasons for the boycott of the council election said the PDP has approached the court to challenge the process on the electoral law as amended by the EDHA. He said the party was compelled to approach the court as EDSIEC did not comply with the relevant section of the constitution on electoral matters. Orbih who condemned the membership composition of the Edo State Independent Electoral Commission

(EDSIEC) alleged that a team of registered members of certain political parties made up the electoral body. He also alleged that the Prof Stanley Orobator led EDSIEC have concluded plans to announce the councils election results before the date of the conduct of the election scheduled for 3rd March. Orbih noted that until the Edo State government decides to comply with the relevant provision of the Nigerian constitution, the PDP will not participate in what he described as an “illegal process” to conduct the council election.

He said, “What we have in place in Edo State is that the Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC) is not dependable, reliable and not competent to conduct any election in Edo State.” Orbih while lamenting the incessant attacks and killings of Akoko Edo indigenes by rampaging herdsmen urged the people to keep faith with the party by encouraging and mobilizing its members and supporters to get registered in the INEC ongoing Continuous Voters Registration (CVR) to enable them vote and bring about positive change.

He sympathised with families and victims of Herdsmen attacks in Akoko Edo, saying the state government has failed the people in the area of security by allegedly giving herdsmen a strong presence in Edo State. Also, a former Governorship Candidate in the state, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu has called on all members of the party who are interested in contesting positions in the council election to be patient and wait for the outcome of the court process instituted by the PDP to challenge the conduct of the council poll.

Police nab suspected female human trafficker in Delta Nosa Akenzua, Asaba

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detectives in Ughelli Police Division, Delta state, have arrested a 28-year old suspected human trafficker in the area for allegedly trafficking on a female teenager. The suspect, Gift Confidence, a resident of Omojaja Street, off Afisere Road Ughelli, was arrested in the early hours of Monday on intelligence report after she had allegedly lured a 15 year old Miss Ejiro Etu of 84 Afiesere road Ughelli for human trafficking without the knowledge of her parents. Confirming the arrest of the suspect, the Police Commissioner in the state, Mr. Muhammed Mustafa said the mother of the victim reported the matter to the police, saying that on January 5, 2018, her daughter was taken away to an unknown destination by the suspect, adding that the where about of the victim was yet unknown before the bubble burst. The police boss said that upon interrogation the suspect said she had been a friend of the victim, and that the victim left the country with her boyfriend to Mali on her own decision, and that nobody lured her or forced her to embark on the journey.

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‘We need ranches, not colony to resolve farmers, herdsmen clashes’ Eze Steve Dike is the Eze Udo 1 of Igando /Ikotun Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos. In this interview with INIOBONG IWOK, Dike speaks on the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari, the clashes between the farmers and the herdsmen and other national issues. How do you react to the herdsmen killing in Benue and several parts of the country? If I say the herdsmen killing in Benue State was not avoidable, I would be making an understatement, some people say they are Libyans or Chadians; but where are our security men when these killing was going on, because they would have passed through Plateau, Adamawa and Taraba to get to Benue and over 100 people would have taken part in such killing excise, why were they not caught? The government is now saying they are not herdsmen, if the governments say they are not herdsmen that they came from Sudan, which route did they take to get to Benue? What did the government not say about Nnamdi Kanu and IPOB, but they did not carry guns, knife. They did not do anything, but look at the way they were treated by Buhari. Former President Ibrahim Babangida said any conflict that exceeded 48 hours has the hand of government in it, and when they were burying the people the minister of agriculture who is from that state was busy commissioning projects in another state, you can imagine such level of insensitivity. The lives of cows are now more important than the lives of Nigerians; the President could not do anything, he has been turning a blind eye and treating the issue with kid-gloves, they promised us change, were is the change? What is your reaction to the cattle colony? Go to Tanzania, Senegal were rearing cattle is big business, they don’t talk about colony , they talk about ranches; colony is not acceptable, it can only be used here in the South, there is no land for that here, let the President set up colony in the North. The committee has failed already; nothing would come out of that committee; the President is not sincere in what he is doing, a man who has not said anything since the killing began, why can’t he visit Benue State? What do you expect when all the head of the DSS, immigration, customs and police are all Fulani natives? Does it mean you will not support his second term ambition? He can run for second term, it is his right to do so as a Nigerian; let’s see and allow Nigerians to decide if he has done enough, it is

the government, now the same people are not talking, the same crime APC is committing. They are importing fuel inspite of their promise to repair the refineries, the PIB bill is the way forward for that sector. Are you saying Jonathan was not fairly treated? Jonathan was not fairly treated, he was the only democrat that ruled this country; under his administration we had Jega as the INEC chairman, all the appointments were given to people in the North, he built Almajiri schools, Jonathan said it himself that he is the most criticized Nigerian leader, that Nigerians would appreciate him when he leaves power.

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we Nigerians that would determine who rule us in 2019. But between now and then it is only one year, and I can’t see anything to show that this administration is working, you are running an economy were the budget is eight trillion and we are not seeing any capital project in place. The roads and rails was done by the Jonathan administration, you say you are making progress in Agriculture and now the herdsmen have discouraged people from farming; anyone who says we are going to do better is lying, we are not making progress, even in agriculture, success as claimed is a failure . Is there an alternative to the current system? We have to go back and look for youthful leadership so that when they rule to some age, they can have the time to look back and see what you have done. In 1983, Buhari was senior to Babangida, now Babangida is 77 years old, so you can see he is too old for the job. If you go to the APC and even the PDP the youth leaders are always in their 60s, is that right? So we need to give the youths a chances, let them learn on the job, all over the world the youths are taking over. Am a traditional leader not ruler, we need youthful leadership, I don’t mind if the president comes from the North or South; but the question

should be can he do the job? Several youths are unemployed, and let them have a chance to rule, those days the youths are given jobs just after finishing from university, now the country has turned upside down, even the investor are running away because of kidnapping. What is your assessment of the anti-graft war? There is nothing like anti-graft war, go see what is happening, when an ordinary man steals a goat , he is put into prison, when a big man steals billion he is set free, there is nothing like anti-graft war in Nigeria for now. Buhari says he does not believe in restructuring, that the problem with Nigeria is about the process of doing things? It is not about APC or Buhari; it has to do with what we, Nigerians want, the people are saying they want restructuring and he is running away from it, it shows he is not sincere, we can’t move forward like this: the genesis of all this problems is the structure of the country. When this government increased fuel price last year did anybody protest? We taught he meant well, but have we seen the fuel to buy, this government is not sincere at all. In 2012 when Jonathan wanted to increase the price of fuel, the same TInubu led people to protest against

There has been talks of an Igbo president in 2023 how do react? I am not interested in an Igbo man as the president, I am only interested in a man who would give food to the people, a man who would have the interest of the country at heart, we want a president who would not say this is Igbo man when it comes to admission issue, a man who respects the diversity of the country and things would be done on merit, a president who would know that Nigeria is a secular state. But former Abia State governor, Chief Orji kalu said he would be the first president from the East in 2023, how do you react? Kalu eats from government, what has he done? He does not know what he is talking about, there are a lot of things that are going wrong, the APC have failed, they promised to create 10 million jobs in one year and bring dollar to one naira, and they have not fulfilled these promises, how do they want to reelect them? How do you assess your state governor, Chief Rochas Okorocha? Okorocha has been a disappointment, he promised the people that there would be massive creation of jobs and creation of industries in his second term, but this is not the case. Go to Imo State, the roads he is building would spoil after six months, he has not done anything, he is just demolishing market without providing alternative markets. If you want to remove Keke on the road why not provide alternative; especially when you know your people would be returning home for Christmas celebration.

Oni, APC deputy chair congratulates Gani Adams on Aare Onakakanfo title Deputy National Chairman (South), of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Olusegun Oni has congratulated Aare Gani Abiodun Adams, on his installation as the 15th Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland. Oni joined array of prominent Nigerians from far and near, who have been congratulating Adams on his recent appointment. In a letter sent yesterday, the APC chieftain said, “I congratulate you on your coronation as the 15th Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland by His imperial Majesty, IkuBaba Yeye, the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, III. It is a welldeserved and worthy appointment for which we are all very proud. “Your new position carries tremendous responsibility and total dedication to the good and glory of Yoruba race. It is also engaging, especially, in this challenging time in our nation’s development and the position of the Yoruba race in the scheme of things. I have no doubt whatsoever in my mind that you are equal to the task, and I believe your tenure will usher in a new era for us in a way that will further promote and defend our unity, custom and tradition.” He also expressed appreciation to the Oyo monarch, His Imperial Majesty Oba Lamidi Adeyemi Olayiwola Atanda, describing Alaafin’ s judgement on the appointment of Aare Adams as sound and wellinformed. Adams was installed the 15th Aare Onakakanfo of Yoruba land on Saturday January 13, at a historic and epoch-making event at Durbar stadium, Oyo town, Oyo State.

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APC, Buhari will not anoint guber candidate for Ekiti -Oyegun National chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, has dismissed a raging speculation that the Presidency has anointed the Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, as the APC candidate for the July 22 governorship election in Ekiti State. Odigie-Oyegun, who spoke on Sunday through his political aide, Hon. Soni Idahagbon, said there was no truth in the allegation that a recent visit to President Muhammadu Buhari by Fayemi, in company with a former governor of Ekiti State, Otunba Niyi Adebayo, was an endorsement of Fayemi. “Fayemi is a minister in the President’s cabinet and a former governor of Ekiti State, and Adebayo is also

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a former governor of the state; they could have gone to discuss development issues pertaining to the state.

“All I know is that there is no anointed candidate in Ekiti and I believe the President takes no special

interest in any candidate. We will give all the contestants a level-playing field and whoever emerges winner in an open contest becomes the candidate of all of us. “The APC is a democratic party; we are not dictatorial or nocturnal in any of our dealings. When you talk of a consensus candidate, you talk of the common decision of all the contestants to pick on one person, not that any leader will come and impose a candidate against the will of the party delegates who are entitled to their votes,” Odigie-Oyegun clarified. He also assured that whoever emerges as the party’s candidate would receive the blessing of the party at the national level. “If I didn’t impose a candidate in my state, Edo, and in other states where primary elections had been conducted by our party, if the President had not imposed

anybody in those states, why should we do such in Ekiti?” He asked. The APC boss, however, assured that the party would present a credible candidate, capable of wresting power from the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), adding that what Ekiti needed now was a responsive government. Meanwhile, a pressure group within the APC, Ekiti Youth Forum, has urged the party’s delegates to “look out for a candidate without baggage, that is fresh, young and filled with brilliant ideas to help transform the state to a new haven.” In a statement by its coordinator, Comrade Sam Alonge, the group said, “We want a break-away from the old ‘cargoes’ in Ekiti; we need technocrats who are well travelled and who can easily attract foreign investors, as our new governor.”

Ekwueme was a man of destiny, he exemplified best of Nigeria -Tinubu A governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the election in Ekiti State later this year, Mr Kayode Ojo has promised to return the state to development and winning ways that will take the people out of poverty, generate wealth and create employment for the teeming youths. Former Lagos State governor, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described the late former Vice President, Dr. Alex Ifeanyichukwu Ekwueme as a man of destiny who exemplified the best of Nigeria, who despite his humble beginnings in Oko, Anambra State, but through dint of hard work, love of country and his innate sense of dignity and decorum, became a consummate statesman and visionary. Tinubu in his tribute to Dr. Ekwueme said the late former Vice President was blessed by God with a superb and versatile intellect, a man who earned degrees in such varied disciplines as Architecture, Sociology, Philosophy, History and Law. According to Tinubu, “that he learned and knew so much made him a most rare and skilled individual. That he would devote this wealth of knowledge and learning to the betterment of the people of this nation made him great. He was as outstanding a patriot as any man could be. “His sense of humanity was palpable. There was no mean bone

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is his body. There was no malice in his speech. There was no evil in his deeds. He acted in the best of our traditions, but also with a unifying and positive vision for the future.” Speaking further about the late chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Tinubu who is the National Leader of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), said that “despite his exemplary skills, Alex Ekwueme moved about with great humility of spirit and singular modesty. “He never sang his own praise.

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But his record of act spoke louder than words. Accompanying his soft-spoken demeanor was a drive to achieve and a belief in personal and national excellence. Thus, this renaissance man broke ground by becoming the first architect in the country and by establishing the first indigenous architectural firm in Nigeria. His skill can still be witnessed in much of the architectural landscapes of this country. “Dr. Ekwueme had made his mark in the social and educational

development in this nation long before he became the Vice President of Nigeria in 1979. He started an Educational Trust Fund responsible for sponsoring the education of many youths to universities in Nigeria and abroad. At the national level, Dr. Ekwueme was a member of the housing sub-committee of the Adebo Salaries and Wages Review Commission. “Yet it was on the national stage that he made his greatest contribution and the example he set would have a profoundly salutary

effect on many aspiring public servants including me. Because of his outstanding personality traits and his broad expertise, he was nominated as the running mate for Alhaji Shehu Shagari in the 1979 presidential election. “As vice president, he showed himself to be an invaluable asset in governance of the nation. He was loyal to his boss and most importantly was ever faithful to the nation. He was genuinely concerned about bringing about a better Nigeria. His time and energy were geared towards nationalistic issues. He was always at the forefront of efforts to resolve problems. His deep intellectual interventions often helped the country navigate through critical periods and troubled times. “Those of us who cherish democracy and those of us who celebrate the end of military rule in Nigeria must never forget that it was this soft-spoken man who mobilised the group of 34 eminent Nigerians that would put at risk their very lives and livelihoods to confront the oppressive Abacha dictatorship. “The G.34 would later form the basis of the Peoples Democratic Party and Dr. Ekwueme was the founding Chairman of that party. I do not intend to delve into partisanship on this occasion but suffice it to say that had Dr. Ekwueme been allowed to play his proper and rightful role in the party he helped create, Nigeria would be a better place.

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Hate speech as beginning of the end

week before the arrival of President Muhammadu Buhari from his 103 days medical vacation, the then Acting President Yemi Osinbajo had sent a draft bill to National Assembly which, when passed into law, will criminalise or outlaw hate speeches in the mediaprint, broadcast or social media. This was in reaction to an alarming attack on people on the basis of their tribes, religion and gender. He had remembered that Rwanda’s genocide started from vulgar vituperation against one another on the basis of the aforementioned natural attributes. He even equated hate speech with terrorism. But how did we get here? We arrived at this port because of politics of hatred, antagonism and bitterness that have become the stock– in–trade of Nigeria’s politics. These had reached a crescendo towards 2015 general elections. Issues and parties’ manifestoes were relegated to the background while tribal and religious matters were kicked to the front burner. Certain sections of the country would not bear sight of power being retained in a certain part of the country, while certain parts of the country would not accept power being taken from where it then resided. And so the foot soldiers of both camps went into the trenches and there they have been, ever since. There is a Yoruba adage that a King is not abused in his presence. But today, our Kings are being abused right in their presence, calling to question our age-long cultural values and orientation. I remember the then spokesman of APC who incidentally is the spokesman of this government, threatening to form a parallel government if APC failed to win 2015 election. There were threat and counter threats from both sides of the divides. But as the then President Goodluck Jonathan promptly conceded defeat even before the last count of the 2015 Presidential election results and congratulated General Muhammadu Buhari (GMB) as Publisher/Editor in Chief

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he then was. It was like cold water had been poured on a raging fire or so we thought. Shortly after President Buhari mounted the saddle, he embarked on foreign tours in his effort to market Nigeria of his dream. It was in one of such trips that he was quoted to have said that those who gave him 5% votes should not expect to be favoured in equal measure with those who gave him 97%, whatever that would sum up. That assertion must be admitted to have given rise to this round of tirade exchanges in conventional and social media. To mark the beginning of the end of hate speeches, there is no need of law or enactment from the National Assembly. There is no need to unleash the police or military on the citizens. What is required and urgently too, is the soothing words of our President to the ‘5%’ voters who have felt alienated and ostracised by no less a person than the President. No President / Prime Minister in this country or any other country for that matter, ever won election squarely and evenly, Balewa did not, ditto Shagari, Obasanjo, Yar’Adua and Jonathan. But once an election is won, the winner becomes a President of all and the father of the whole country. He becomes the President of those who voted and those that did not vote for him. That is the way to unite Nigerians. The Acting President who has reverted to his post as Vice President must prevail on his boss to be more conciliatory and sensitive in his approach to issues of National importance. He must be manifestly seen to live to his inaugural statement of “I belong to everybody, I belong to nobody”. He must not take governmental criticisms to mean “hate speech”, for most of the positive adjustments this government has done so far could be attributed to those criticisms than praises. Nnamdi Kanu, militants in the Niger Delta, Arewa Youth etc could be reined in through kind words and egalitarian assurances by the President.

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Lassa fever scare: FMC Umuahia yet to confirm Sunday Nwakanma – Umuahia

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Permanent Secretary of Osun State Independent Electoral Commission(OSSIEC), Alhaji Wahab Adewoyin (left); Chairman OSSIEC, Otunba Segun Oladitan (2nd left); Rufus Oyrmiran (3rd right); Commissioner, OSSIEC, Mr Omoleke Dauda (2nd right); Engr. Sole Adeyemo (right); during the presentation of certificates of returns to councillors who emerged winner at Osun Local Government Polls, at the OSIEC’s headquarters in Osun State...on Monday.

Lagos, foremost sub-national global economy- CPC boss Benjamin Omoike

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General of the Consumer Protection Council (CPC), Babatunde Irukera, on Monday said the Lagos state economy has emerged as not only one of the largest sub-national economies in Africa but also one of the most recognised economies in the world. Irukera made the submission when he led a delegation of the CPC, top officials from the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), and United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), on a courtesy visit to Governor Akinwunmi Ambode at the Lagos House in Alausa, Ikeja. The CPC boss, while noting that Lagos was strategic to Nigeria’s growth and development, said the state had become a model for other states in Nigeria and a force to reckon with in the global space. “Lagos state is one of the largest sub-national econo-

mies in Africa and one of the most recognised subnational economies in the world. That is something, because it means that the economy of Lagos is far larger than many countries in the world. To lead that kind of a state is an incredible thing because in many respects you are leading a sub-national entity that is greater than many nationals all over the world. So, you actually have presidents that are actually smaller than the governor of Lagos,” he said. Irukera, who said they were in Lagos to flag off advocacy on the National Quality Infrastructure Project, noted that the choice of Lagos was due to its strategic positioning in terms of housing the bulk of production and importation activities in Nigeria and also for the fact that majority of complaints received by the CPC comes from consumers in the state. He said the National Quality Infrastructure Project was a partnership between

the Federal Government and UNIDO to sensitise citizens about demanding quality and also ensuring the manufacturers of goods and services respect appropriate quality standards. While commending the state government for setting up the Consumer Protection Agency (CPA), Irukera lauded the governor for providing quality leadership which according to him, had raised the bar of governance in Nigeria. “The fact that we recognise your record as an individual and in the period that you have led Lagos state demonstrates that beyond recognizing what the issues are, you are right on board and working on the issues. “While people might excuse the proscription of their rights by their government, they certainly will never excuse a government that cannot protect it from other private citizens and you have demonstrated that you recognise that as an important thing and you have taken a fundamental step to

that,” Irukera said. Responding, Governor Ambode charged the CPC to look beyond the rights of people to have quality products and services and beam its searchlight on other key sectors which have direct impact on the standard of living of Nigerians. “The kind of services that we provide in terms of transportation; is it the kind of thing that our people should have, should we just label them and say that is what their own lifestyle should be? These are things that we should find some platform to talk about,” governor Ambode said. While pledging support for the ‘National Quality Infrastructure Project’ the governor said the campaign would ensure that the rights of Lagosians and Nigerians in general to quality goods and services is guaranteed, adding that concerted efforts must continue to be done by all stakeholders to ensure that Nigerians are only exposed to the best.

Farmers loses 75 hectares of rice farm to fire in Bauchi Samuel Luka, Bauchi

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75 hectares ofan unharvested rice plantation worth millions of naira in Bauchi Local government area of Bauchi state has been destroyed by inferno. Daily Times gathered that the rice farm, located at Liman , Katagum along Dass road in Bauchi state

belongs to two investors, a Director of Futlink West Africa Limited, Nasiru Mohammed and one Auwal Mohammed. Speaking to journalists over the incident, the supervisor of the farm, Ahmed Mohammed said the fire which cause was still not known, lasted for more than two hours and destroyed rice under cultivation.

“The fire was vicious and raged on for hours, aided by the dry leaves and the wind; by the time it was noticed, it had destroyed every part of the farm,” “This farm has provided employment for over 1,000 youths in the state, so we are calling on stakeholders in the state to come to the aide of the investors who has lost their source

of livelihood”, Ahmed said. While speaking, one of the investors of the farm, Nasiru Mohammed who said it is difficult to quantify what was loss to the fire and the psychological trauma inflicted on them, described the incident as unfortunate, adding that, “I lost hundreds of millions of naira to the inferno”.

are indications that Abia State may have had its first case of the dreaded Lassa fever last weekend. Information circulating around Umuahia is that the Federal Medical Centre, Umuahia is yet to confirm a case it had last Friday which allegedly caused pandemonium among the medical and non-medical staff of the hospital. Information has it that the suspected Lassa fever patient was rushed from the neigbhouring Obowu in Imo state, who allegedly died while waiting to be diagnosed of his ailment. This, it was said caused panic and fear which made the hospital person-

nel and patients to run away from the building, leaving behind the corpse, while the area was said to have been cordoned off. However, it was said that the hospital management has already set up a committee on that, but has remained silent when contacted. However, the Public Relations Officer of the hospital, Mr. Darlington Madubuko when contacted on the phone, said he was not aware of such incident When contacted through the telephone, the state Commissioner for Health, Dr. John Ahukanna promised to get back in a while which he never did. Before now, neighbouring states of Ebonyi and Imo have been reported as having recorded the disease.

Delta NUJ condemns police assault on Vanguard reporter Nosa Akenzua, Asaba

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leadership of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Delta State has condemned in its entirety the assault meted out on Vanguard Newspaper’s reporter in Warri, Mr. Akpokona Omafuaire who also is the Warri Correspondents’ Chairman allegedly by men of the Nigeria Police Force attached to Oleu Division including the officials of the Isoko South Local Government Environmental Department last Saturday’s environmental sanitation exercise at the council area. In a statement signed by the union chairman, Mr. Mike Ikeogwu, the union stated vehemently that assaulting a journalist on essential duty like those who were deployed to cover, and enforce law and order, after due introduction of self, was unacceptable, and viewed as an attempt to gag the press. Part of the statement reads: “Journalists for no reason should not suffer any prejudice

in the course of their duties as such, a journalist who knows his right must refuse any directive or interference that is contrary to the general policy of his organization, therefore attempt by the policemen and other officials of the council to manhandle our member because they were delayed to enforce restriction of movement was repugnant to journalists practice”. Expectedly, Akpokona was allegedly manhandled by man of the police force on Saturday in Oleen, and also seized his car key under the guise of trying to enforce restriction of movement order. But the police image maker in the state, DSP Andrew Aniamaka in a swift reaction, said the matter was undergoing serious investigation with a view to arresting rising temper among the journalists. The union had also threatened to boycott activities of the police in the state if steps were not taken to tender apology to the victim.

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Fear grips Bayelsans as herdsmen defy govt’s restriction order Chris Eze, Yenagoa

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among residents of Bayelsa state, as Fulani herdsmen and their cattle roam the nooks and crannies of the state in defiance of the restriction of cattle movement announced by the state government. The state government had made available 1,200 hectares of land at the state palm plantation to the herders to graze their cattle and directed that all their cattle should be restricted to the area to avoid clashes with the locals. The government had gone ahead to set up a special committee to handle cattle grazing and ranching with the committee erecting notices and signs at locations where cattle should not be grazed. However our correspondent reports that instead of complying with the governments directive, the herders have let loose their cattle on locations where grazing are prohibited, as they are seen even on the streets where they could easily barge into

peoples’ goods and cause damages. It was the traditional ruler of Ekpetiama kingdom in Yenagoa Local Government Area who first raised alarm on the activities of Fulani herdsmen in his domain and asked government to rise up to the occasion before his subjects contemplate reprisal on the herdsmen for the damages their cattle had done in the farms in the area. That outcry apparently informed the government quick intervention in restricting cattle movement to the Bayelsa palm plantation, where it has currently set up an abattoir so that all transaction about cattle could begin and end at the same location. A bill is currently in the works at the Bayelsa House of Assembly seeking legal backing to anti open grazing in the state. The bill sponsored by the Leader of the Assembly, Hon Peter Akpe had gone through public hearing and awaiting final touches for passage by the Assembly.

NUC accredits Taraba Varsity faculties of law, health sciences Okerafor Athanatius, Jalingo.

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ties Commission (NUC) has given Taraba State Government approval for the establishment of Faculties of Law and Health Sciences at the Taraba State University (TSU) to enhance its learning standard. State Commissioner of Education, Hon. Johannes Jigem stated this while briefing Journalists in his office at the State Secretariat, Jalingo. The Commissioner, who was highlighting Governor Ishaku’s recent achievements in the Education Sector, disclosed that Faculties

of Law and Health Sciences are part of the Courses Taraba indigenes find very difficult to secure while seeking for admissions in other Universities. While describing the gesture as a boost to the state government, Jigem said construction work of Faculty of law has commenced while that of Health Sciences is at the completion level. Jonnanes Jigem further told newsmen that between November and December, 2017, Government sent 51 Candidates to Ogun State for Skills Acquisition in the areas of Catering, Tourism, Fashion and Design and Automobile.

Niger Delta Development Company (NDDC) Executive Director Projects, Engr. (Dr) Samuel Adjogbe, (left), General Manager, SINOTEC Company Ltd, Mr Bu Songo ,(middle) and NDDC Director Project Monitoring, Engr. Emmanuel Audu-Ohwavborua after a meeting at the NDDC headquarters in Port Harcourt.

NDPN cautions against fresh NDA plan to blow oil facilities Nosa Akenzua, Asaba

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National Development and Delta State People’s Network (NDPN) has cautioned against the alleged plan by the NigerDelta Avengers (NDA) to resume bombing of oil facilities within the NigerDelta region, saying it would be self-sabotage if the threats are anything to go by. Mr. Toju Binitie, National Co-ordinator of the group told journalist Monday in Asaba that the NDA issuing a fresh threat would be self-sabotage and unrealistic, adding that aside creating and sustaining insecurity in the area, it would not be in the interest of the Local people. According to him: “such act if carried out, would be sabotage against self, par-

ticularly on a large scale that could create huge economic, environmental and health challenges for them” and consequently advised the NDA to sheathe its sword instead to resort to dialogue in resolving issue affecting the people whose interest they claim to be projecting. He said rather than sabotage, there was need to liaise with development partners to attract infrastructure, and other forms of development to the region for the benefit of the Local people. Binitie however warned that any further insecurity in the region would not be in the interest of the area as it would not only determine investors, but could make even the existing ones relocate elsewhere. Meanwhile, the Delta State Government has af-

firmed its commitment to a robust partnership, and cordial relationship with organized labour in order to ensure, and promote industrial harmony in the state. Secretary to the State Government, (SSG) Mr. Festus Ovie Agas who played host to the Executive Members of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Delta State council in Asaba, said that harmonious relationship between labour and the State Government was cordial as it remains a veritable tool towards actualizing the SMART Agenda of the present administration. He explained that the success story of the state government in infrastructural development, among others in the state, wouldn’t have been possible without labour, add-

ing that “we will continue to maintain a cordial relationship with labout to move the state forward”. Describing Dr. Okowa as a listening and labour friendly governor who does not toy with issues concerning the welfare of workers in the state, the SSG emphasized that the state government places high premium on human capital development, and capacity building of the workforce for optimal performance. He said: Government would do the needful aimed at providing quality accessible and affordable health care delivery for all Deltans” disclosing that plans were underway by the state government to upgrade 100 health centres across the state, to boost the scheme.

Lagos Assembly enacts laws on embedded power supply, land use charge Alade Tasma

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Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday passed into law the embedded power supply bill and that of the land use charge. The bill on electricity is entitled; “A law to improve electricity supply, power generation, distribution and evacuation through an embedded power scheme in Lagos State and the enforcement of consumer rights and obligation and for connected purposes would lead to constant supply of power. The new law, which has 78 sections, would provide for the development and management of sustainabled power supply in the state. It would also facilitate

the development and management of electricity infrastructure and facilities within the state. The law according to the House will promote and support the provision of an efficient and effective power generation and evacuation infrastructure in the state. It will also ensure collaboration with the Federal and state energy and electric power related agencies to promote and support investment in electric power projects within the state. Ensure that the state has constant electric power generation and distribution. It will also develop and facilitate an enabling environment for embedded power

sector investment in the state,” the bill read. The law will also provide support in the collection of tariffs and revenue from embedded power end users and ensures the protection of electric power generation, evacuation infrastructure and prescribe appropriate sanctions. In a similar development, the House also passed the bill on land use charge entitled “A Bill for a law to provide for the consolidation of property and land based charges and make provisions for the levying and collection of land use charge in Lagos State and for connected purposes.” The law provides that

each local government area in the state shall be the collecting authority and it shall be the only body empowered to levy and collect tenement rates for its area of jurisdiction. According to the law, the charge shall be payable in respect of property that is not exempted under Section 12 of the law. Some of the properties exempted from the law include property owned and occupied by a religious body and used exclusively as a place of worship or religious education. Also exempted are public cemeteries and burial grounds as well as property used as a registered educational institution certified

by the Commissioner to be non-profit making. In addition, the law exempts any property specifically exempted by the Executive Governor by notice published in the State Official Gazette and all palaces of recognized Obas and Chiefs in the state. However, the law made it clear that an exempted property shall become liable for Land Use Charge if the use of such property changes to one that does not qualify for exemption. According to the law, the Commissioner shall cause to be issued in each financial year a Land Use Charge Demand Notice with respect to every chargeable prop-

erty that has been assessed in accordance with the provisions of the law. “The Land Use Charge Demand Notice may be delivered to the Owner or Occupier and can also be requested for by either the Owner, Occupied or authorized agent of the Property at any of the Land Use Charge offices or via electronic platform,” the law read. The law emphasised that the amount of the Land Use Charge payable on any Property shall be arrived at, by multiplying the Market Value of the Property by the applicable Relief Rate and Annual Charge Rate using the prescribed formulae.

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CONFERENCE OF NIGERIAN SPEAKERS PROJECT Daily Times Nigeria Tuesday, January 30, 2018

RT. HON. (BARRISTER) CHIKWENDU ENYINNAYA KALU:

AASPEAKER EXCELLENCE speaker per PAR excellence SPECIAL REPORT

herewith are many that into law which able security Judiciary and State Legislators. The Many are endowed wisdom and agencies in the state to live up are endowed with peacefulto atmosphere enjoyed in Abia State talents but only very few such their responsibilities and wisdom andutilized talents but they are that to the , the situation betweeneventually the House andwas the Executive has gifts to the glory offewGod and nipped at the board. utilize these attributes to the glory of God and the benefit On the state economy , Rt. nothing to do with the appendage of rubber benefit of humanity. Rt. Honourable of humanity. Rt. Honourable Honourable speaker said that stamp legislature for Barrister Chikwendu Enyinnaya kalu, the under leadership but the issue of the sake of the (Barrister) Chikwendu EnyKalu, Speaker of of Abia people human who capital voteddevelopment, them into power. Any Speaker of Abiainnaya State House Assembly State House of Assembly is a acquiring of prerequisite leader who thinks of the people first rather is one of those fewest personalities using skills and entrepreneurship man of many parts. Born on December 15th the people would be self willamong always their talents for in the benefit of others. Hon. 1966 to the family of Mr. supported inexcel. the stateThis by the is one factor that and Mrs. Nduaguibe Kalu HouseChikwendu of Assembly. Hon. Barr. Kalu possesses and kalu is a man of many parts. He is an astute of Umuala Village, Ngwaobi He noted that a number of makes things work him. politician of repute using his position to Autonomous Community in bills passed into lawfor which enIsiala-Ngwa South Local Govables the state to make sure It is on record that under his leadership, raise the standard of people of Abia State ernment Area of Abia State that they generate enough of Nigeria. workforces to beof able to max Abia State House Assembly has enjoyed through enabling laws with human face. He attended his primary the needs of this particular peace and succeeded agitations Others in same position the past education at in Ugwuakulu Pri- did not country and at the in endquelling of mary School, Ngwo, Enugu milk of the day the economy of the this breaking down that would have led to deemed it necessary to treat people State where he obtained his country would improve treFirst School Leaving Certifiof lawsmendously and orders. There have mutual kindness but as a good Christian with fear cate. Thereafter , he proceedThe youth at heart has supunderstanding rather than misconception of God, Barr. Kalu considered the needs of ed to St. Paul’s Secondary ported Not-Too-Young-To-Run bill in the National Assem, Enugu State where or suspicion that characterized other States others and deviseSchool means of mitigating their he obtained his West African bly, and Abia State House of Houses Assembly of Assemblies the federation. challenges as much asCertificates he canindo. School the year under his across watch 1983. be equally be supportToday, would Abia State is bill. one of the few States Barrister Chikwendu Enyinnaya His exploit in the educa-kalu has ive of that particular tional realm was capped with He also supportedwhose the state in the federation State’s House demonstrated uncommon characteristics government sponsoring about a LLB (Hons.) degree in Law, of Assembly not witnessed frequent that are very rare of Nigerian 1997 from University of politicians Job, 500 of themhas to China, for them Plateau State and Nigerian to go there and perfect their leadership changes as a result of mutual who use their political positions to hit back Law School, in Abuja. skills in shoe making. He was called to Nigeria advised Abiansthe that pasuspicionHe between Speaker and his at those who gave their mandates. Instead, tience and perseverance pay, bar in 1999. In furtherance House members. Hon. Kalu goes Barrister out of his waysKalu to ensure adding that they should trust Chikwendu is the Managing Solicitor of God. As a inlawyer with pedigree, Chikwendu that, the Abia State House of Assembly enact Chikwendu and Associates. On empowerment, the leadHe has maintained and manerbrought has touched his Kalu has to people bearlives legal experiences to responsible and responsive laws leading to this office as a private lethrough creation of various facilitate harmonious working relationship improvement in aged the life style ofthethe gal practitioner from yearAbians. skill acquisition and employ2000 till date. all neither is he opportunities. betweenment the State Legislature and other He is not a winner takes While in private legal The vibrant speaker has strata ofbethe State including every segment a self-centred person that is inaccessible able to achieves these and practice, he combined same other achievements through politics. For instance , of the State’s population the Council of after assumptionwith politicians heoffice. was the Nigeria Legal Adviser of his commitment to God as like he People’s Democratic Party always Rulers pray with and the entire Traditional the Youth. He has in the current the dispensation have been (PDP) for eight years. He was members of the House of Aswisdom in the wriggle his leadership described as being egocentric and myopic. platform of the People’s Democratic Party. appliedsembly first before executhe Abia Central coordinator tive session and plenary. and mobilization Committee. out of the situations that would have created He is presently representing the good This is one elected officer that weighs the He was appointed the Abia He is the Chairman, Constitution Drafting Committee in handled them with utmost care. people of Isiala Ngwa South Constituency crises and pros and coins Central of hisRepresentative actions, therefore, the Abia State SURE-P Board of the PDP Speakers’ Forum The cordial relationship between the Abia very conscious of every action decision in Abia State House of Assembly. in the year 2012. In theor year and member of technical com2015, Hon. Barrister Chikmittee of of Assembly the Constitution and the two Arms In December 30, 2016 through the grace State House he took. He is like the Biblical Joseph that wendu Kalu, contested for the Amendment Bill that will be election into the House of Ascoming up. especially is a shining God enabled to be raised from the prison to of God, Hon. Barrister Chikwendu Kalu of the government sembly under the platform of trained lawyer turned for other States in the country to was elected the Speaker of the Sixth exampleto The palace. As the number three person the People’s Democratic Party. in Abia politician contributions , he represents theof office have been noted by various [6th] Abia State House of Assembly, the emulate. State, he carries Presently his paraphernalia good people of Isiala Ngwa organisations and commuRt. Hon. Chikwendu nities which have deemed it Kalu has been South constituency in Abia with caution, sense of belong and treat position he occupies till date. Barr. Kalu State House of Assembly. worthy to honour him accordplaying intervention has demonstrated political dexterity, everyone with equal assessment, right and By December 30, 2016 and ingly . Notable among role such as a mediator the grace of the Alare; “Ugwu being a honours member of theObodo” House between 2010 doggedness and competence in piloting the open-door policythrough of accessibility. mighty God, Rt. Hon. Bar(The dignity of a community) the(ItState was battling with affairs of the House in the last three years. and 2011 He was born on December 15, 1966 andwhen “Osinachi” is coming rister Chikwendu Kalu was to the from God). elected speaker of the 6th the issue of insecurity culminated into He is displaying effective and qualitative family of Mr. and Mrs. Nduaguibe Kalu of Abia State House of Assembly He also has received severposition he occupies Rt. Hon. Chikwendu Enyinnaya of Abia State House of Assembly al medal decorations from This led to the the spate of and kidnapping. leadership to Kalu, theSpeaker discharging of his Umuala Village,which Ngwaobi Autonomous till date. home and internationally. enactment ofa hard anti-kidnapping laws in the factors that with havewhich endeared Community in Isiala-Ngwa South Local colleagues, working relationship laid the foundation for Under the leadership of accountability have become the After days’ job, the to tell The Isiala Ngwa South House of man passage his middle name is workhis middle names. And his executive and judiciary, the the governor to begin of the bills into law have and won him the accolades of the House State. Government Area of Abia State of Nigeria. Assembly representative, the kind of leadership has been man who trust is on God has the world exactly where the aholism gym a lot and attend par- tothe has passed more than paying every member applied wisdom in battling state is as Abians with people. enabled security agencies operatives in He had his house primary education atoff asmembers. 60 bills into law and a lot of of the house has accord him any friction that may arise ticular reference to Aba. The disciplinarian takes a State tofruits be very effective and nabbing Under hisin the leadership, the House has the Ugwuakulu Primary School, The development has cremotions numbering up to Ngwo, course of the running lot of and disciplines a full flagged respect. ated thousand and one artimore than 50obtained are on the way . It is on record that under himselfsuspects. in terms of food. of the affairs government of of several Today, Abia State enjoyed peace, absolute confidence and Enugu State where he his First Also, under his watch, his leadership, there is no agi- God’s own state. These amiable law maker sans in Aba that can make has less cases kidnapping coupled with or situation Through proper legislating areof football and he is 20 bills passed and tations, anything and imported to hobbies understanding. All these led to the passage School Leaving about Certificate. Thereafter, heconcerns, a fan of one of the premierof motions. Aside whereby there will be mutual in the state, the PPP bill under Italy or Japan. cases that were strived more and thanhis60leadership bills into law whileHe motions proceeded to St.plethora Paul’sharmonious Secondary ensuring passing School, suspicion of of members has metamorship clubs. played a major other role as a criminal of bills, he the speaker a these are some of the things up phosed which carries through member of the the Housein between Mr. Speaker is married to successes were the recent past. These numbering tointo 50law are going Enugu State where sat created for his West peaceful atmosphere that has that can heighten tension in the weight to be able to pro- 2010 and 2011 when the state Mrs. Gloria Onyinye Chikgoodis leadership and law their African School been Certificates in 1983. anyHis House ofprocesses Assembly or ofmote the leading made-in-Abato goods. waspassage battling issue ofattributed insecu- wenduto and the the marriage existing at the House of national Assembly. The House of Assembly was rity kidnapping and the anti- blessed with three boys and Assembly. visionary traits of Hon. Kalu. academic prowess was capped with Ensuring soonest. har monious able to lay a legal platform kidnapping laws was passed two girls. Transparency , probity and an LLB The Honourable Speaker has not left Aside ensuring harmonious passage of (Hons.) Degree in Law, 1997 from University of Jos, Plateau State. He thereafter bills, the Speaker has created conviviality, anyone in doubt that under his leadership, proceeded to Nigerian Law School, Abuja friendliness and participatory legislature the issue of human capital development, and after successful, he was called to Bar in in the House where he allowed and acquisition of prerequisite skills and technical-know-how encouraged individual member to brace entrepreneurship 1999. Chikwendu Kalu was the Managing up to the legislative duties and promote among the people of Abia State has been Solicitor of Chikwendu and Associates. good governance. Therefore, Hon. Kalu has supported and paramount to the House of He has led and managed the office as a been leading with the fear of God as a good Assembly. It is on record that the House private legal practitioner from 2000 to 2015 Christian, leading with a good example is prompted to pass the Public Private before he stepped aside to venture into the and embraces the tenets and principles of Partnership, PPP Bill into law. This is to mainstream politics. To the glory of God, democracy. He maintains transparency, facilitate sound economic footing for the he is a political figure in Abia State that is probity and accountability as his watch State. He noted that a number of bills have redefining the political framework for the words. These further endeared him to his fellow House members and the generality been passed into law which laid foundation benefit and progress of the State. As a lawyer with professional pedigree of Abia State people. He enjoys the respect for Abia State to generate workforces and he was the Legal Adviser of the People’s and supports of everyone as his followers maximize the potentials of the State for Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia State for look up to as a leader with trust. Hon. its development in the areas of industrial eight [8] years. He was the Abia Central Kalu is very passionate about his people and house-holds needs of the country. Abia Coordinator and Mobilization Committee. especially those of his State Constituency. State following enabling laws in place, He was appointed the Abia Central His kind and responsible leadership has the State is contributing its quota to the Representative in the Abia State for the impacted tremendously on the activities National Gross Domestic Products, NGDP. The youth at heart has supported NotSURE-P Board in the year 2012. In the year of the House and the State Government. 2015, Hon. Kalu contested for the election This has promoted and forged cordial Too-Young-To-Run bill in the National into the House of Assembly under the relationship between the Executive, the Assembly, and Abia State House of

Assembly under his watch would be equally be supportive of that particular bill. He advised Abia youths to persevere, pray and trust in God towards the realization of their potentials [dreams]. Through proper legislation, the PPP bill under his Speakership has metamorphosed into law which carries the weight of promoting made-in-Aba goods. The House of Assembly was able to enact legal platform alluding to the economic potentials of the State, with Aba as an economic hub of South Eastern geo-political zone of the country. In Nigeria today through the legislative framework that paved the way for the economic revamping of the State, this has created economic and job opportunities for thousands of artisans in Aba. Given this development, the Aba artisans have been able to develop, promote and advanced their products to national, continental and international markets, leading to the export of the made-in-Aba goods to global markets and moving to compete favourably with hose products from Italy and Japan. The made-in-Aba products have redefined economic entrepreneurship of Nigeria as Aba is now the Asian Tiger of the West African markets. He also supported the state government sponsoring about 500 Abian youths to China for the acquisition of modern technical-know how to facilitate knowledge development in their respective business skills especially in shoes and bags making that the State is reputed for continentally. On empowerment, the Speaker has touched his people’s lives through creation of various skill acquisition and employment opportunities across his constituency. This further endeared him to his people who always look up to his political guide. Hon. Kalu has been able to achieve all these through his commitment to serving God as he ensures prayers before the commencement of the legislative duties on their sitting days at the executive and plenary sessions. He is the Chairman, Constitution Drafting Committee of the PDP Speakers’ Forum and member of Technical Committee of the Constitution Amendment Bill that is slated for the future date. The Honourable Speaker has contributed tremendously to various organisations and communities who have deemed it worthy to honour him with various chieftaincy titles. Notable among these titles are; “Ugwu Obodo” (The dignity of a community) and “Osinachi” (It is coming from God). He is one politician that embraces his people and gets closer to them unlike what others do by shying away from them instead of identifying with the people at their points of needs. Kalu is not a politician that surfaces when election is getting closer but very attentive and devises means to solve their problems. He engages in sporting activities to unwind after hard days’ job. His hobbies are football as he is a fan of one of the premiership clubs. He pays regular visit to the gym to keep shape, exercising and remain physically fit. The Speaker is a disciplinarian and this extends to his eating habits, which result in his taking of fruits and light food. Rt. Hon. Chikwendu Kalu is married to Mrs. Gloria Onyinye Chikwendu and the marriage is blessed with three boys and two girls.

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Aderiye murder trial: Ekiti APC hails verdict on members’ release The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State has praised Ekiti State judiciary for living to the expectations of Ekiti people in ensuring justice in the murder trial of APC members who were framed up by the administration of Governor Ayodele Fayose over the murder of the leader of drivers’ union in the state, the late Omolafe Aderiye. The court discharged and acquitted the innocent people after facts revealed that they knew nothing about the murder. After the late driver was murdered, his aide, Gbolahan Okeowo, made a state-

ment implicating the APC members. Later, he swore to an affidavit recanting his earlier claim, explaining that Fayose’s media aide, Lere Olayinka, tore his true statement and personally wrote another statement implicating APC members and coerced him to submit the false statement to the police implicating innocent people. Gbolahan ran away from the state after making his confessional statement following threats to his life by suspected Fayose’s aides. In court, witnesses could not prove their al-

legations against the accused. In a statement in AdoEkiti by Publicity Secretary, Taiwo Olatunbosun, the party expressed delight that “one of the many illegalities of Fayose and his gang of criminals has been foiled by the court in Ado-Ekiti today”. He added: “We are happy as a party that truth has reigned over falsehood despite Fayose’ intrigues in perpetually keeping innocent citizens in prison over trump-up murder charges orchestrated by him and his PDP terrorists. “The discharge and

acquitted verdict pronounced by the presiding judge has vindicated us that Ekiti is under bondage of a ruthless governor that could do anything to subvert constitution and the rule of law and keep innocent people in pains to rot away for the offences they do not commit if that will allow him to seize Ekiti landscape to perpetuate impunity. “We commend the judge and the judiciary for this landmark judgement and by this judgement, our people are a bit relieved that for once the judiciary in Ekiti will regain its independence under the

megalomaniac rule of Fayose. “We shall do everything under the law to end Fayose’s misrule and season of anomie in Ekiti State this year. “We will join and support our people to seek redress against the illegality of their detention and sufferings.” Olatunbosun added that Fayose had questions to answer on his involvement in the callous incarceration of the innocent people over trumpup charges and other infringements against the law and rights of citizens, particularly members of the opposition.

“This is calling on the security agencies to beam their searchlight on Fayose in the investigation of Aderiye’s murder because we see the trump up charge against members of our party as an attempt to hide the facts of the murder.”

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SPECIAL PUBLICATION ON THE CONFRENECE OF NIGERIAN SPEAKERS (PART 1)

By EDAFE OBAROIGHOROR

nder Presidential system of government, there are three principal organs namely; the Executive, the Legislature and the Judiciary. Each of them is constitutionally recognized, work in tandem and ensure smooth running of government. Any encroachment on one another’s functions always leads to confrontation and break down in the system. This is why they stay clear of situations that are likely to create clash but maintain stability in the body polity. The Legislative Arm of the government is an important institution saddled with the responsibility of making laws. Since the advent of the current dispensation, the Nigerian lawmakers have been blazing the trail of true democrats through responsible and responsive laws that meet the yearnings of Nigerians. Legislature is an institution empowered by the Constitution of the Federal Republic to have oversight function on the activities of the two other Arms even though each of them performing very distinctive functions as prescribed by the Constitution. As important as the Legislative Arm is, very little contributions are credited to them. Their contributions have been overshadowed by the Executive overbearing. The public knows about the existence of this Arm but ignorant of what it contributes the governance. The Legislature being the foundation on which the Executive and judiciary depend to function effectively giving the enabling laws they enacted for the success and sustenance of democracy, the public ought to accord them respect. Give what is due to Cesar to Cesar and let every Arm takes credit of its performances. The only time when lawmakers are focused on is when the Speakers are impeached or the Executive and Legislature clashed. Nigerians have not really appreciated legislature’s achievements because they don’t make noise about it like the other Arms that interface with the media often.

The Nigerian Conference of Speakers, the umbrella body for the States Houses of Assemblies Speakers has brace up to blow their trumpets realising that if they failed to do so, the public will not attribute any contribution to them while the Executive take credit. This is not to create enmity between the two Arms of government but to celebrate one’s achievements. Legislature’s contributions to the thriving and development of democracy in the country are quite enormous. It is the foundation on which the system rested. Daily Times Nigeria Limited, the publishers of the oldest tabloid in the country, Daily Times newspaper is packaging a special publication to showcase the performances and the contributions of each of the Speakers of the States Houses of Assemblies. The publication’s focus and ultimate objective is primarily to acknowledge the contributions of the Legislative Arm of the government as against the myopic rubber stamp thinking notion in some quarters. Without the Legislature, democracy cannot survive and function. The institution needs to be very vibrant and live to the expectations of the people. It is the organ of government that monitors and serves as the checker on the excesses of the Executive and the Judiciary. However, this check and balances function is a vice-versa thing. Having considered the Legislative Arm of the government as the fulcrum on which democracy rested, it becomes imperative for us as a medium to focus on the importance and the contributions of this organ instead of aloof and complacency. Today, we begin highlighting the achievements of each Speaker in their respective States of Assemblies. Speakers under the aegis of Nigerian Conference of Speakers are the participants in the project. We are bringing to the public in this publication, Rt. Honourable (Barrister) Chikwendu Enyinnaya Kalu, the Speaker of Abia State House of Assembly and what his leadership in the State has been able to do as a Team Leader with the cooperation of his House members.

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ALEX EKWUEMES RITES OF PASSAGE

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo (left) being received by elder son of late former vice president, Chief Alex Ekwueme, Pastor Goodhart Ekwueme, during the Parade of Honour for Ekwueme at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja... on Monday.

Vice President Prof Yemi Osinbajo and former Vice President and chieftain of Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, at the Night of Tributes in honour of late former Vice President of Nigeria, Dr. Alex Ekwueme, at the International Conference Centre, Abuja....on Sunday.

Former Vice President and chieftain of Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. Pius Anyim, at the Night of Tributes in honour of late former Vice President of Nigeria, Dr. Alex Ekwueme, at the International Conference Centre, Abuja....on Sunday

Former Vice President and chieftain of Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar and Deputy Senate President, Sen. Ike Ekweremadu, at the Night of Tributes in honour of late former Vice President of Nigeria, Dr. Alex Ekwueme, at the International Conference Centre, Abuja....on Sunday

Former Vice President and chieftain of Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar and former No. 2 man to IBB, Rear Admiral Ebitu Ukiwe, (retired) at the Night of Tributes in honour of late former Vice President of Nigeria, Dr. Alex Ekwueme, at the International Conference Centre, Abuja ....on Sunday.

Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara consoling the Wife of former Vice President, Mrs. Beatrice Ekwueme during the Parade of Honour for former Vice President, Late Dr. Alex Ekwueme at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja... on Monday

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CORRECTION OF NAME My name was wrongly written on my BVN as MAIAM ETHET THOMAS instead of THOMAS MAINA. That my correct name is THOMAS MAINA. All former documents remain valid. General public/authorities concerned should take note.

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OLUKUNLE MONSURAT BUKOLA

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ADEBESIN RUKOYAH OLABISI

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EKWUEME RITA NGOZI

OFFOR CHIMEZIE EMMANUEL

NGOZI IMO

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That I OBIDIMEJI GILBERT OLAMIYI my name was formerly written as SURNAME :OBIDIMEJI FIRST NAME;GILBERT. WANT TO ADD ‘’OLAMIYI’’ WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESS AS OBIDIMEJI GILBERT OLAMIYI. All documents /credential bearing these names remain valid, General public please take note.

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UCHE RITA UMEHUZOIGWE

ABUBAKAR ASMAU TAFIDA

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CORRECTION OF NAME My name was wrongly written as FERDINARD EMEKA ALUPO instead of FERDINAND UZOAMAKA ALUPO. That my correct name is FERDINAND UZOAMAKA ALUPO. Wrong date 2]081972] instead 2]08]1979 . All former documents remain valid. General public/authorities concerned should take note.

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OKEH ANAYOCHUKWU

TAFIDA HAFSA IBRAHIM

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I was formally known and addressed as BASHIR HAFSATU USMANAND now which to be known and addressed as TAFIDA HAFSA IBRAHIM. All former documents bearing my name remain valid. General public and Authorities concerned please take note.

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CONFIRMATION OF NAME that Adeniyi Selimot Aina and Adeniyi Selimot refers as one and the same person, now wish to be known and addressed as ADENIYI SELIMOT AINA. All former documents remain valid and general public should please take note

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IWUAMADI CHIKA

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MRS. OKOROAFOR PRECIOUS ODICHI

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MRS ONUOHA ANGELA IFEOMA I formerly known and addressed as MISS OBI IFEOMA now wish to be known and addressed as MRS ONUOHA ANGELA IFEOMA. All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

MOJISOLA OLUSAYERO

MRS KAYODE JOY OMOLUA

OBILOR OBINNA UZO

AUGUSTINE EGWU

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS ANYAKA OGECHI STELLA, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS. LAWSON OGECHI STELLA. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as OKOROMOBA GLADYS OMAVOWAN CYNTHIA, now wish to be known and addressed as OSADEBE GLADYS OMAVOWAN CYNTHIA. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

I formerly known and addressed as MOJOSOLA AJULO and MOJISOLA AYODELE now wish to be known and addressed as MOJISOLA OLUSAYERO. All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

SOTANNDE IGE MUSIBAU

Formerly OLAIYA JOHNSON OPEYEMI NOW ATEWOGBOYE JOHNSON OPEYEMI. Former document remains valid. General public should take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as OLUWAFEMI MORGAN ADESIDA, now wish to be known and addressed as OLATUBOSUN OLUWAFEMI ALADELUSI. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

OSADEBE GLADYS OMAVOWAN CYNTHIA

MR MICHAEL ISRAEL ASHEOLA

I formerly known and addressed as OMOLOLA OLORUNSUYI OLUWAGBEMINIYI now wish to be known and addressed as OMOLOLA HANNAH OLORUNSUYI. All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

ATEWOGBOYE JOHNSON OPEYEMI

OLATUBOSUN OLUWAFEMI ALADELUSI

MRS. LAWSON OGECHI STELLA

I formerly known and addressed as MR MICHAEL OLALEKAN AKINLAWON now wish to be known and addressed as MR MICHAEL ISRAEL ASHEOLA. All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

UNEGBU ONYINYECHI BEATRICE

I formerly known and addressed as UKAEGBO NZUBECHUKWU RICHARD now wish to be known and addressed as CHARLES NZUBECHUKWU RICHARD. All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

I FORMELY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OLUGBADE EUNICE GLORIA NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OYANIRAN EUNICE GLORIA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD TAKE NOTE

ADESUWA ODIASE That PAUL EVELYN was used in my Ecobank bank account with wrong date of birth 21st November, 1978. But wish to change the name to ADESUWA ODIASE .And the correct date of birth is 28th September, 1983. That PAUL EVELYN and ADESUWA ODIASE is same and one person. General public and authority concern please take note.

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I FORMELY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ANUSIEM CHIKA NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS IWUAMADI CHIKA . ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD TAKE NOTE

JOHNSON YETUNDE OLUWANIFEMI

FORMERLY LAWAL YETUNDE SIDIKAT NOW JOHNSON YETUNDE OLUWANIFEMI.Former document remains valid. General public should take note. AGUKA HENRIETTA CHINYERE

I, formerly known and addressed as OGBUEKWE HENRIETTE CHINYERE, now wish to be known and addressed as AGUKA HENRIETTA CHINYERE. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note.

In some of my documents my name appears as ABHA MICHEAL JOHN While in some other ones it appears as MICHAEL JOHN SUNDAY now I wish to be known and addressed as ABHA MICHEAL JOHN. I was born on 05/08/1994 not 05/08/1986. All documents bearing all the names remain valid. General public to please take note.

I formerly known and addressed as LIGALI OLOLADE IDAYAT now wish to be known and addressed as ADEJUMO OLOLADE IDAYAT. All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as, MICHAEL EKENE DIVINE, now wish to be known and addressed as, ELOSIUBA-MICHAEL EKENE DIVINE. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

FIDELIS NWOYE

OZEGBE HARRETH AMARACHI I, formerly known and addressed as, GREEN AMARACHI HARRETH, and THANKGOD AMARACHI HARRETH, now wish to be known and addressed as, OZEGBE HARRETH AMARACHI. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

MRS AKINDELE UGOCHI OLUWADARASIMI NGOZI

ADEBARE HASSAN BOLAJI

CONFIRMATION OF NAME I, ONYEKACHI ADANMA RAHETH, and ADANMA IHEMEFOR, refer to one and same person but, now wish to be known and addressed as, ADANMA IHEMEFOR. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note. OJOMU KAZEEM AKANBI

I, formerly known and addressed as, NWOYE OBINNA FIDELIS, now wish to be known and addressed as, FIDELIS NWOYE. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

I formally known and addressed as Miss.Amoni Ugochi Ngozi.Now which to be known and addressed as Mrs Akindele Ugochi Oluwadarasimi Ngozi .All formal documents remain valid General public should please take note.

I formerly known and addressed as FAFUNMI HASSAN MOBOLAJI , now wish to be known and addressed as ADEBARE HASSAN BOLAJI. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

CONFIRMATION OF NAME AND AGE

IBIAM ABEL EZE I, formerly known and addressed as OKORO EZE IBIAM, now wish to be known and addressed as IBIAM ABEL EZE. All former documents remain valid. Banks and General public should please take note.

HAMMED OWOYEMI, refer to the same and one person as Mr. SHITTU ISHOLA OLAYEMI and that I was born on the 5th July, 1984. I now wish to be known and addressed as Mr. SHITTU HAMMED OWOYEMI. All documents bearing the above names remain valid. General public should please take note.

MRS JOHNSON YETUNDE OLUWANIFEMI

FORMERLY: MISS LAWAL YETUNDE SIDIKAT NOW: MRS JOHNSON YETUNDE OLUWANIFEMI. Former document remains valid. General public should take note.

MRS EMELE NNENNA

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS AGOKE NNENNA now wish to be known and addressed as MRS EMELE NNENNA. All former documents remain valid. Banks and General public should please take note.

MRS NGENEOKE OWOH EMMANUELA CHIDUBEM I, formerly known and addressed as NGENEOKE EMMANUELA CHIDUBEM and UCHENNA EMMANUELA CHIDUBEM, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS NGENEOKE OWOH EMMANUELA CHIDUBEM. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note.

NWABUDU DAVID I, formerly known and addressed as NNANAH DAVID, now wish to be known and addressed as NWABUDU DAVID. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note.

I formerly known and addressed as MORUFU AKANBI JIMOH.now wish to be known and addressed as OJOMU KAZEEM AKANBI .With BVN NO. 22181786290. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note. MRS OGIDAN -KAZEEM BILIKISU RONKE HENCEFORTH

Formerly MISS OGIDAN BILIKISU RONKE & MISS KAZEEM BOLANLE, NoW MRS OGIDAN -KAZEEM BILIKISU RONKE HENCEFORTH. Former document remains valid. General public should take note. NWONYE OLUOMACHI MIRACLE PURITY I, formerly known and addressed as UDEH OLUOMACHI PURITY, now wish to be known and addressed as NWONYE OLUOMACHI MIRACLE PURITY. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note.

NWODO AMOBI I, formerly known and addressed as NWODO OLUCHUKWU, now wish to be known and addressed as NWODO AMOBI. All former documents remain valid. Banks and General public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as Miss Ebikoboere Mildred Kodei, now wish to be known and addressed as Mrs. Ebikoboere Mildred Michael. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

MORBA ANTHONETH EKWUTOSI

I formerly known and addressed as MADUKASI ANTHONIA EKWUTOSI ,now wish to be known and addressed as MORBA ANTHONETH EKWUTOSI Date of Birth-25TH OF MAY, 1984. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note

FREDRICK ANTHONIA NGOZIKA I formerly known and addressed as FREDRICK ANTHONIA ANTHONIA ,now wish to be known and addressed as FREDRICK ANTHONIA NGOZIKA. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

MRS EKI AIYO-IYAMU I formerly known, called and addressed as MISS EKI ENABULELE now wish to be known, called and addressed as MRS EKI AIYO-IYAMU. All former documents remain valid. General Public and Authorities concerned take note. MRS ORDI DORATHY NKEMDILIM

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS EZE DORATHY NKEMDILIM, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS ORDI DORATHY NKEMDILIM. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note. MRS EZE JANETH UGOCHI

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS AGWU UGO ENI, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS EZE JANETH UGOCHI. All former documents remain valid. Banks and General public should please take note

24 Companies Registration ABUNDANT RICHES OF GOD TABERNACLE WORLDWIDE

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THE ECHO OF GOD’S GLORY BIBLE CHURCH INT’L

SPRINGFORTH BIBLE MINISTRY INT’L

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

TRUSTEES: 1 REVEREND OGONWA PATRICK President/ General Overseer 2 EVANGELIST (MRS) OGONWA VIVIAN 3 PASTOR IKEM JOLLY 4 ONWELIKWU PHILIP AIMS & OBJECTIVE To evangelize the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ

TRUSTEES: 1 APOSTLE ASHAKA EMMANUEL ELO Overseer 2 BRO OFOCHUKWU .C. JOHN 3 SIS OKANIME MERCY 4 SIS NWEKE JOSEPHINE

TRUSTEES: 1 PASTOR CHENIMUYA EMMANUEL President/ General Overseer 2 SIS CHENIMUYA LOVETH 3 SIS OTTAH PATRICIA 4 BRO EMELIFE .O. JOHN AIMS & OBJECTIVE To spread the gospel of our Saviour Jesus Christ

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 APOSTLE OGONNA PATRICK President/ General Overseer

MOUNTAIN OF GREATER GRACE EVANGELICAL DELIVERANCE MINISTRY

President/ General

AIMS & OBJECTIVE To propagate the gospel of Jesus Christ to humanity 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: APOSTLE ASHAKA EMMANUEL ELO President/ General Overseer

JESUS REDEEMED CHURCH INT’L

CHRISTLIKE LOVE WORLD OUTREACH MINISTRY

TRUSTEES: 1 EVANG NWACHUKWU CHINYERE JULIET President/ General Overseer 2 EVANG NWACHUKWU CHIMA PERPECTUAL Secretary 3 SIS IKE CHINYERE RITA – Member 4 BRO OLEH EMMANUEL – Member

TRUSTEES: 1 PST CHUKWUMA NDUBUISI EMMANUEL President/ General Overseer 2 EVANG EZECHI .N. DENNIS 3 BRO EGWUABA MALACHY JOE -– Secretary 4 SIS NWACHUKWU .C. PRECIOUS – Member

AIMS & OBJECTIVE 1) To preach the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ 2) To showcase the will of God for humanity through signs and wonders

AIMS & OBJECTIVE 1) To preach the gospel of Christ through the whole world 2) To minister to the poor

TRUSTEES: 1 PST OGOCHUKWU RIGHTEOUS IFEANYINACHUKWU President/ General Overseer 2 SIS OGOCHUKWU OMEBELE AUGUSTINA – Member 3 MADUAGWU CHINEDU MERCY – Member 4 SUNDAY SOLOMON – Member

Signed: EVANG NWACHUKWU CHINYERE JULIET President/ General Overseer

Signed: PST CHUKWUMA NDUBUISI EMMANUEL President/ General Overseer

Signed: PST OGOCHUKWU RIGHTEOUS IFEANYINWCHUKWU President/ General Overseer

THE MAJESTY’S COVENANT OF GLORY INTERNATIONAL CHURCH This is to inform the general public that the above named ASSOCIATION has applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission Abuja for registration Under part ‘’C’’ of the companies and Allied Matters Act of 1990. TRUSTEES: 1 PST OSELE ORJI JOHN – President/ General Overseer 2 PST DICKSON IGBA 3 PST OSELE ISHIOMA FELICITY 4 BRO OBEDEI AZUKA AIMS & OBJECTIVE To preach and teach the gospel of Christ to the whole world Any objection to the registration should be forwarded to the Registrar General, Corporate Affairs Commission, plot 420 Tigris Crescent, Off Aguiyi Ironsi Street Maitama, Abuja within 28 days of this publication. Signed PST OSELE ORJI JOHN President/ General Overseer

FERVENT ARMY OF GOD SALVATION MINISTRY INT’L

DIVINE BUILDERS OF MEN MINISTRY INT’L This is to inform the general public that the above named ASSOCIATION has applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission Abuja for registration Under part ‘’C’’ of the companies and Allied Matters Act of 1990. TRUSTEES: 1 PST OJO OLABODE DAVID President/ General Overseer 2 PST (MRS) (MATRON) OJO ONYEBUCHI GLADYS 3 PST ONYEBUCHI MIKE EDWARD 4 BRO UMEASALUGO NATHAN AIMS & OBJECTIVE (1) To preach the gospel of Christ to the world (2) To conduct deliverance service for the oppressed of the devil (3) To manifest the light of the gospel of Christ through great signs and wonders 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 PST OJO OLABODE DAVID President/ General Overseer

DIVINE FAITH EVANGELICAL RESTORATION MINISTRY INT’L

AIMS & OBJECTIVE To preach and teach the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ

DIVINE FRUIT EVANGELICAL INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY This is to inform the general public that the above named ASSOCIATION has applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission Abuja for registration Under part ‘’C’’ of the companies and Allied Matters Act of 1990. TRUSTEES: 1 EVANG ARIMORO PATRICIA – President/ General Overseer 2 BRO EDEH MOSES – General Secretary 3 SIS ABAH MAUREEN 4 EVANG OTTAH PATRICIA AIMS & OBJECTIVE 1) To preach the gospel of Jesus Christ 2) Granting deliverance to those who are spiritually held captive 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: EVANG ARIMORO PATRICIA President/ General Overseer

CHRIST’S MANDATE EVANGELICAL MINISTRY INT’L This is to inform the general public that the above named ASSOCIATION has applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission Abuja for registration Under part ‘’C’’ of the companies and Allied Matters Act of 1990.

TRUSTEES: 1 EVANG ELUKA FELICIA – President/ General Overseer 2 EVANG ARIMORO PATRICIA –Secretary 3 REV CALEB OVERCOMERS 4 EVANG OBIODOGWU AUGUSTINE AIMS & OBJECTIVE To propagate the gospel of Christ to the unsafe souls and conducting deliverance services to those held captive spiritually

TRUSTEES: 1. EVANG NWAOBOSHI AUGUSTINA ONYEBUCHI President 2. SIS NNEKA OKEMADU 3. SIS NWAEFENE NKEIRU 4. BRO NWAOBOSHI AUGUSTINE AIMS & OBJECTIVE To evangelize the gospel of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ

Signed: EVANG ELUKA FELICIA President/ General Overseer

Signed: EVANG NWAOBOSHI AUGUSTINE ONYEBUCHI President/ General Overseer

Signed: EVANG OBIODOGWU AUGUSTINE President/ General Overseer

THE RIGHTEOUS HANDS FOR JESUS MINISTER INT’L

MIRACLE FOUNDATION CHURCH OF GOD INT’L

TRUSTEES: 1. PST. OYEM OKECHUKWU CHRISTOPHER: PRESIDENT/ G.O 2. ONNEH GODDAY 3. AJEH PRINCE 4. PAST.(MRS) OKECHUKWU DEBORAH

TRUSTEES: 1. PST. OJIE MAUREEN: PRESIDENT/ GENERAL OVERSEER 2. OJIE ANDREW 3. OSSAI AMECHI 4. UKPENE GODDAY

AIMS & OBJECTIVE To preach the gospel of Jesus Christ 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: Pst. Oyem Okechukwu Christopher, President/G.O

TRUSTEES: 1 EVANG OBIODOGWU AUGUSTINE – President 2 BRO OKOCHA HENRY KANAYO – Secretary 3 SIS OBIODOGWU JOY AFULENU 4 BRO OBIEKEA ERIC ONYEKA AIMS & OBJECTIVES 1 To preach the mandate (gospel) of Christ 2 To empower believers with the word of God thereby boosting their faith

CAVEAT EMPTOR

This is to inform the general public that, no property or piece of land belonging to NWAIZU ONWUZURUIKE family should be tampered or sold to anybody or group or company or government by any individual or community or group without the full permission of the, NWAIZU STEPHEN ONWUZURUIKE, the elder of ONWUZURUIKE family of Umudihe Village Ezi-oloo kindred, Umudihe village Orlu . There was a great problem in Umudihe village Orlu as a result of the family being Ostracized since 1991 by Umudihe Village Orlu Community. Signed: NWAIZU STEPHEN ONWUZURUIKE FOR THE FAMILY

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OLIVES SPRING BIBLE CHURCH

THIS IS TO NOTIFY THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE NAMED, HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR CHANGE OF NAME UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT 1990. FROM: OLIVES SPRING BIBLE CHURCH TO: OLIVE SPRING BIBLE CHURCH THE TRUSTEES REMAIN THE SAME THE AIM AND OBJECTIVES REMAIN THE SAME ANY OBJECTION TO THIS APPLICATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION MAITAMA ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION SIGNED: SECRETARY

GREAT FUTURE INTERNATIONAL OUTREACH

Companies Registration 25 THE RESPECT EDUCATE NURTURE EMPOWER WOMEN NETWORK

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 OF 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. ELEBE MERVIS IFEOMA 2. ELEBE CHIDI 3. OKORONFOR ADAEZE 4. IKWUOME CHINONSO EMMANUEL

TRUSTEES: 1. MR SUNDAY ANI 2. AMAKA ANI

THE AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. TO PROVIDE CARE AND SOCIAL SERVICES TO YOUNG LADIES ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION MAITAMA ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION SIGNED: SECRETARY

DWELLING PLACE OF GOD EVANGELICAL OUTREACH

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

TRUSTEES: (1) EMMANUEL ROHDA (CHAIRLADY) (2) EMMANUEL JIMOH (SECRETARY) (3) ADAM YAKUBU (MEMBER) (4) STEPHEN MARKUS MAITALA (MEMBER) (5) BAWA RELIA (MEMBER).

TRUSTEES: (1) AMB. WILLIAMS CHOJI DEME (CHAIRMAN) (2) MR EBASE G. EBASE (SECRETARY) (3) MR GABRIEL AKOM (MEMBER) (4) MR ISAIAH WILLIAMS (MEMBER) (5) PST IFEAYI AJIE

AIM AND OBJECTIVE: TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST.

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 MAITAMA ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION.

ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION MAITAMA ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION

SIGNED: SECRETARY

CHRIST CITY OF BETHEL PINNACLE MINISTRY THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART ‘’C’’ OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT 1999 TRUSTEES: 1. OVBIGAN VICTOR DICKSON 2. OMORODION AMENZE 3. UWOGHIREN CLEMENT OMOKARO 4. IDEMUDIA MERIT ESOSA. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: (1) TO MAKE HEAVEN (2) TO TAKE AS MANY PEOPLE AS POSSIBLE WITH US TO HEAVEN (3)TO LIBERATE SOULS FROM THE POWER OF DARKNESS TO LIGHT ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: SECRETARY

ADOPTION OF FAMILY CHANGE OF NAME

THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ENTIRE DESCENDANTS AND FAMILY BRANCHES OF PA EKO AGBODO FAMILY HAVE ADOPTED AND NOW WISHES TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESS BY THE COMMON SURNAME OF THE EKO’S. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

HARVESTERS EVANGELICAL MISSION

SIGNED: SECRETARY

ORGANIZATION OF LIBERIAN COMMUNITIES IN NIGERIA

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 ALLIES MATTERS ACT 1990. THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. H.E. PROF. CONTEH AL-HASSAN 2. WRIGHT MICAH WILKINS 3. BENSON OPRAL MASON 4. LEMU MUHAMMAD NURUDDEEN 5. STEPHEN YAW TOE AMPEY JR. 6. KANNEH DAODA 7. NZERUEM OBIOMA CLIFFORD THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. TO BRING TOGETHER ALL LIBERIANS RESIDING IN NIGERIA 2. TO FOSTER UNITY, SOLIDARITY, AND COOPERATION AMONG ITS MEMBERS 3. TO COORDINATE AND INTENSIFY COOPERATION AND EFFORTS TOWARDS THE PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP OF ITS MEMBERS 4. TO REDUCE ILLITERACY, BUILD CAPACITY AMONGST HER MEMBERS, AND ADVANCE EQUALITY IN THE GENERAL WELFARE OF HER MEMBERS 5. TO PROMOTE BILATERAL COOPERATION WITH LIBERIAN COMMUNITIES AND/OR ASSOCIATIONS IN OTHER COUNTRIES AND FORMULATE AND MAINTAIN CULTURAL, SOCIAL, POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF HER MEMBERS. 6. TO INCULCATE INTO HER MEMBERS THE SPIRIT OF TOLERANCE, GOOD MORALS, HARD WORK, SELF ESTEEM, ACTUALIZATION, INNOVATION AND CREATIVITY 7. TO SERVE AS A VEHICLE WHEREIN LIBERIANS IN NIGERIA CAN BE MOBILIZED 8. TO MAKE MEANINGFUL CONTRIBUTION TOWARDS THE DEVELOPMENT OF LIBERIA ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: SECRETARY

OLAJIDE ABIODUN BABATUNDE FOUNDATION

AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. TO PROTECT THE INTEREST OF MOTHERLESS CHILDREN IN THE SOCIETY ANY OBJECTIONS TO THIS 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: BARR EKWUNIFE BLESSING

MY UNCHANGEABLE LORD CHURCH INT’L THIS IS TO NOTIFY THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE NAMED, HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT 1990. TRUSTEES: 1. GODFREY ONUWA 2. ANTHONIA ONUWA 3. AGBA GEOFREY 4. MERCY AWAZIE 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 MAITAMA ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION SIGNED: SECRETARY

GREAT SUCCESS DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE

THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART ‘’C’’ OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT 1999. NAMES OF TRUSTEES 1. AKEEM AKINLEYE AKINTAYO 2. KUNLE SOMOYE 3. ADEDAMOLA AKINSIJU AIM AND OBJECTIVE: TO CREATE A MEMBERSHIP OF EXEMPLARY INDIVIDUALS WHO WILL BE SELF-DISCIPLINED AND LEAD BY GOOD EXAMPLE IN EVERY COMMUNITY IRRESPECTIVE OF FINANCIAL AND/OR EDUCATIONAL STATUS IN OUR SOCIETY. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: SECRETARY

LAGOS ISLAND SKILL ACQUISITION CENTRE

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

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

TRUSTEES: 1) OLAJIDE ABIODUN BABATUNDE 2) MOUZAYIAN VALERIE KHALIL-BABATUNDE

TRUSTEES: (1) DR. ADEBOGUN OLADEGA ADELOWO - PRESIDENT (2) ADEBOGUN JOSHUA ADEOLU (3) ADEBOGUN ADURAGBEMI JOSEPH.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 1) TO EMPOWER PEOPLE BE SELF EMPLOYED 2) TO TAKE CARE OF THE WELFARE OF ITS MEMBERS ANY OBJECTION TO THE REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B. 198, GARKI, ABUJA WITHIN TWENTY-EIGHT (28) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THIS PUBLICATION.

AIM AND OBJECTIVE: TO RENDER FREE SKILL ACQUISITION SERVICES TO THE JOBLESS. TO BRING THE PEOPLE TOGETHER FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: SECRETARY

SIGNED: SECRETARY.

COVENANT LIBERATION AND DELIVERANCE MINISTRY

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

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

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. CHARLES NNEBE CHIBUOGWU 2. EWRUDJAKPOR SAMUEL ONOS 3. OJO OLUWATOSIN EMMANUEL 4. OBALA JOSEPH OSUN THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES ARE: 1) TO REVIVED THE CHURCH THROUGH THE PREACHING OF THE WORD OF GOD. 2. TO TAKE THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST TO THE UNREACHED SOULS. 3. TO TEACH THE UNDILUTED WORD OF GOD

THE TRUSTEES ARE : 1. MADU JOSEPH IFEANYICHUKWU 2. MADU CONCILIA 3. OPARA GODWIN ONYEBUCHI 4. NDUKAUBA EMEKA THE AIMSAND OBJECTIVES ARE : 1. TO PROPAGATE THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST 2. TO LEAD SINNERS TO RIGHTEOUSNESS 3. TO LIBERATE THOSE IN SPIRITUAL BONDAGE

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

ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR_GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT , OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET , MAITAMA , ABUJA WITHIN 28DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION.

SIGNED: SECRETARY

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OLORUNGBEBE TRADITIONAL HEALERS & RELIGION ASSOCIATION 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 OF 1990. TRUSTEES: 1. OLALEYE MARUFU -’ PRESIDENT 2. AFOLABI MIFTAU IDERA - SECRETARY 3. BALIKIS KEHINDE 4. IDERA ATINUKE IDIYAT 5. AJISE SAMUEL AJIBOLA 6. ABIDOYE MOSHOOD OYEDELE 7. ODUNSI DARE OMOTAYO 8. OGUNDARE AYODEJI PETER 9. APATA OLADELE 10. OMOTEBI ADELAJA SAMUEL AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. TO CATER FOR WELFARE MEMBER ANY OBJECTIONS TO THIS 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: BARR DUPE

THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE NAMED ASSEMBLY HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT, DECREE NO. 1 OF 1990. THE TRUSTEES ARE. 1. MICHAEL EDET OKON -CHAIRMAN. 2. INI NDARAKE UMOH. 3. GLORY MICHAEL EDET. 4. BASSEY EDET AKPAN. 5. EDET E. AKPAN. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST TO ALL MANNER OF PEOPLE. 2. TO PROVIDED CHARITY TO THE NEEDY. 3. TO ESTABLISH BIBLE INSTITUTIONS TO AID SPREAD THE KNOWLEDGE OF CHRIST. ANY OBJECTIONS 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:UDEME UMANAH ESQ. SOLICITOR.

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Saraki tasks Immigration boss on availability of passport booklets ÏÏÏSenate

President, Abubakar Bukola Saraki, on Monday, urged the authorities of the Nigeria Immigration Service to work to ensure the availability of the international passport in view of the hardships often encountered by Nigerians who daily apply for the document. Saraki who gave the charge while commissioning a new passport office at the National Assembly, described as worrisome a situation where Nigerians who apply for international passports have to wait for a long time before the passports are delivered to them. The President of the Senate, according to a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sanni Onogu, however lauded the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Muhammad MONEKE PATRICIA CHINYERE I, formerly known and addressed as OKOYE PATRICIA CHINYERE, now wish to be known and addressed as MONEKE PATRICIA CHINYERE. All former documents remain valid. Banks and General public should please take note.

DURU CHIDINMA GLORIA I, formerly known and addressed as DURU CHIDINMA CHIMXY, now wish to be known and addressed as DURU CHIDINMA GLORIA. All former documents remain valid. Banks and General public should please take note. EMMA-ISHIGZUO GEORGE KELECHI

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AHINZE JOY AMAKA I formerly known and addressed as PRINCESS OHAKWE JOYSHINE SHINE now wish to be known as AHINZE JOY AMAKA all former documents remain valid. General public take note

Babandede, for the “good initiative” of locating a passport office at the National Assembly. Saraki noted that the establishment of the passport office at the National Assembly “will help to further strengthen the relationship between the legislative arm of government and the executive.” “Be that as it may, I believe that what is important to us as we get to understand their challenges is the concern we have as representatives of the people over the unavailability of passports where Nigerians have to wait a long time for passports to be delivered to them and the efficiency of it too,” he added. “I hope that the Comptroller General of Immigration will work to see how we can improve on this so that Nigerians can have their passports as at NNAJI FAVOUR CHINASA I, formerly known and addressed as OKECHUKWU FAVOUR CHINASA, now wish to be known and addressed as NNAJI FAVOUR CHINASA. All former documents remain valid. Banks and General public should please take note.

when due,” Saraki said. “I have travelled to a few countries and one of the complaints we get is the issue of unavailability of passport booklets.” He commended the CG of NIS for the initiative and would continue to support the agency to improve on its services and ensuring that adequate passports are available for Nigerians who need them. “We will continue to support you to see what we can do in improving your efficiency and making the passport booklets readily available to Nigerians as at when they need passport renewal,” Saraki said. MRS MADUABUEZE OBIAGELI IMMACULATE

EZEA SUNDAYCHIJIOKE

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS OBU OBIAGELI IMMACULATE, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS MADUABUEZE OBIAGELI IMMACULATE. All former documents remain valid. Banks and General public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as EZEIA SUNDAY CHIJIOKE, now wish to be known and addressed as EZEA SUNDAYCHIJIOKE. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note.

FAMILY CHANGE OF SURNAME

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We formerly known and addressed as OKEANYI NNAMDI CHAMBERLIN,NNAH NNAMDI CHAMBERLIN and OKEANYA CHINEDU VICTOR now wish to be known and addressed as NNAH CHINEDU VICTOR, OKANYA EJIKE FRANKLIN and NNAH EJIKE FRANKLIN, All former documents remain valid banks and general public take note.

This is to inform the general public of loss of LAND DOCUMENT. DEED OF LEASE Suited at Plot 112 Amoji Nike Enugu East East LGA with Plan survey Plan No. DAEN43/12 and

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On his part, the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Muhammad Babandede, thanked the President of the Senate for commissioning the centre, an initiative he said is meant to further strengthen the good relations between the executive and the legislative arms of government. “Now that the Senate President has commissioned this Passport Office, it will now be easier for members of the National Assembly to get their passports issued or renewed. They no longer need to come to our office along the Abuja Airport Road for that,” Babandede said.

KOSALACHUKWU DOMINICA IFEDI

in respect of Plot 112. At Enugu Land Registry belonging to MR. AFAMEFUNA MBAH. All effort of trace the said document has proved abortive. If found please contact the Ministry of Lands and Urban Development.

EZE COSMAS I, formerly known and addressed as EZENWALI COSMAS, now wish to be known and addressed as EZE COSMAS. All former documents remain valid. Banks and General public should please take note. MRS OKANU JUDITH NGOZIKA

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MRS EZEKIEL MARY CHUKWUBUNKEM

MRS EZE BLESSING NGOZI

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MISS JIMOH NIMOTALAI

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OYEBAMIJI SUNDAY

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QUOTE OF THE WEEK The end of law is not to abolish or restrain, but to preserve and enlarge freedom. For in all the states of created beings capable of law, where there is no law, there is no freedom. ..... John Locke

Parliament not interested in devolution of powers- Ahamba Are you of the view that former President Olusegun Obasanjo has spoken the minds of Nigerians in his statement to President Muhammadu Buhari? Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has only expressed his mind about what he feels about Buhari’s administration. That does not mean that it is binding on Buhari. I may share the same view with him, but that he said it is not the answer to the situation. Obasanjo has no moral right to point accusing fingers at anyone because he destroyed democratic process in this country. This is without prejudice to my own assessment of Buhari’s government. Obasanjo owes this country apology for destroying its democratic process. He should settle that one first before talking about any other thing. I am a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and it doesn’t bother me what the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) represents. We will be ready to meet whoever they present in the next election, whether Buhari or any other person. I will not make any comment on that until my party has elected its own candidate. But, I want to say that this question of expressing opinions by Obasanjo as if it represents the will of the people is unfortunate. This is because he puts us where we are today by destroying the democratic process in this country. He has no moral basis to make such statements. This is without prejudice to what my stand or that of my party will be on the issue. Obasanjo should go on his retirement and leave us alone to suffer for what he has created. What is your own assessment of Buhari’s government since inception? I cannot give it a pass mark. This is because whatever may be the intention has not fruited so far. I want to say that if a party comes into power with a campaign that those occupying positions of authority at the time were not doing well, one will expect that the new party that took over will improve on the situation. If the original score was 70 percent and the new party brings it down to

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is ruling those agencies now. What do you expect in that situation?

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A senior lawyer, Chief Mike Ahamba SAN, in this interview with PETER FOWOYO, speaks on the controversial statement by former President Olusegun Obasanjo to President Muhammadu Buhari, national issues, human rights violations, creation of state police, restructuring and sundry other issues.

What can you say is the root cause of the problem facing this country? Is it leadership or systemic? The problem confronting the nation goes beyond individuals in position of authority. It is a systemic problem that needs to be addressed. I have always held the view that the problem of Nigeria is in the middle class. The middle class has collapsed because it has been so intimidated that it does not even realize that it is destroying itself. We have the problem of institutional failure. If the institutions were to realize their functions and stick to it, the question of who is ruling would no longer be relevant. Let me give you an example. People always say that the governors are here because of Section 308 of the Constitution, I don’t agree with that assertion. We have them in place because of the inactivity or incompetence of the legislature. This is because in other nations like America, it is the legislature that can discipline a governor by striping him of his immunity. Once the governor is stripped of his immunity, he will be dealt with by the prosecution agency. Unfortunately, in Nigeria, all of them had their teeth plucked out before they go into the house. This is the problem. So, we go back to the electorates. The type of people we send into the legislature will determine the type of government that will exist. This is because a lot of responsibility is placed on the shoulders of the lawmakers. This tells you that the people who will be in the legCONTINUED ON PAGE 27

40 percent, the answer is clear to you as it is also clear to me and as such the new party has no reason whatsoever to condemn its predecessor. The state of leadership in any country will determine how the people are feeling within the period. This is my position on this matter. Unfortunately, for President Buhari, he is surrounded by the people he originally was coming to power to fight. So, I can appreciate his difficulties. You will agree with me that before he entered into this APC’s pact, the people who are there now with him were the ones he was campaigning to come and stop their activities. Unfortunately, he now came to power riding on their shoulders. How will you assess this govern-

ment’s respect for human rights? It’s unfortunate that there has been no improvement on it. None at all. I am also a victim. I was detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The matter is still in court and I don’t want to discuss it here. What I want to say is that until the agencies of government accept the fact that they are not above the government they are serving, it will be difficult for any government to have respect for human rights. Some government agencies in this country now behave as if they are not under anybody. This is unfortunate. You will remember that recently two of these agencies fought over a national issue. That shows the type of indiscipline that

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islature should not be just any person. Unfortunately, what we have in the state legislatures are personal assistants and special advisers recommended by governors. In that situation, who will talk to his master? This is the problem. Besides, electorates are not helping matters because they do not always consider quality in voting. They are either tied to cash or party. I also don’t like to hear people saying that politicians are the most corrupt in the country. There is more corruption outside politics than inside it. It is the corruption outside politics that created corruption inside it. For example, we say civil servants are not politicians, but even from the messenger to the top, there is corruption. Therefore, unless we tell ourselves the truth about what the element is, there can be no way of solving our problems, no matter who is in position of authority. The institutional problems you are talking about are traceable to the need to restructure the country. But it seems we are in a quagmire with a president who does not see any need for restructuring or what do you think? We should go to the point where the majority will always have their way while the minority will have their say. I think the opinion of the president is a minority view. To initiate the restructuring is not a responsibility of the president. It is the responsibility of the parliament. But, the parliament too does not seem to believe in that course. What should we do? Then, we should wait and see the party that will be ready to do it in the coming elections. The parliament is not interested in devolution of powers. This is the problem we have. Before the 2015 general elections, I had an interview with a radio station where I noted that no one is asking questions about the APC’s slogan of change. What is it that is not well that the APC want to change? What is it that Jonathan’s government was not doing well that the APC want to change or improved upon? I was saying it then that we have to define this change we are talking about. This country was created to operate on production by the component parts. But, the military came and changed it to distribution to the component parts. That was the origin of our problem. This action of the military was inconsistent with the agreement of federation made before independent. We have to look at these things on a round table, not by the National Assembly but under a law made by the National Assembly. This is my view and I stand by it anytime and

they were abrogated in 1979 because they were being misused. I believed there will even be more misused now than before. If we must have state police, we must also put in place the type of power that America has over such structures. That is the ability, to by a presidential order, take over during any crisis in any of the states. So, we must look at the pros and cons of having state police and marry them together before delving into it. Besides, creation of state police cannot be done overnight. It is a constitutional matter.

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anyday. Unless we do something to change the position of things here, whether through restructuring or any other thing, we may not have the desired peace. We must recognize what has gone wrong from the original and get it right, before the thing gets us wrong. How far do you think the creation of state police can help us in tackling myriads of insecurity problems confronting us in the country? In 1977, we said that our problem was the parliamentary system of government because it was weak. We want a strong president. Considering the attitude of our people, don’t you think there would be unpleasant rivalry among states if state police are

created? We are talking about what happens in America. But the origin of America is different from ours. The states in America were there before America itself came to being. But, in our own case, it was the Federal Government that created the states and gives them what it wants to give them. Unfortunately, the ethnicity and parochial attitude in us will make those policemen created for the states leave their functions and begin to protect individuals. This may eventually lead to serious crisis among states and between the federal and state police. It can happen. We have to look at these things very critically before going into the creation of state police. Something in the neighborhood of state police was in existence in the North. But

In 1977, we said that our problem was the parliamentary system of government because it was weak. We want a strong president. Considering the attitude of our people, don’t you think there would be unpleasant rivalry among states if state police are created?

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is seeking the co-operation of the judiciary for a free, fair and peaceful election in 2019. How do you think we can reduce the incidences of court injunctions which usually create problems during elections? There will be no basis for injunction if INEC stick to the law. In any case, injunctions don’t last for more than seven days or at most two weeks. Besides, if an injunction was granted by a judge through an ex-parte motion and someone now comes around to discharge it, it should be heard within the week. That is all INEC can do. Besides, I am not comfortable with INEC asking the judiciary to co-operate with it in the conduct of elections. INEC and the judiciary are not supposed to be on the same side of the divide. Let INEC do its own and where necessary get its lawyers to defend it. We should be talking of judiciary doing justice and not co-operating with INEC. For me, judiciary is not expected to co-operate with anyone including INEC when it comes to election issue. What is the legality of cattle colony as was been mooted by the Federal Government to address the menace of killer herdsmen? All I can say is that the idea has no constitutional basis and that it would be a mammoth illegality if it is adopted by government. In trying to find solutions to the menace of killer herdsmen, government should look at the cause and not the effect of the problem. It appears to me that government is more interested in the effect of the problem than its cause. It’s just like we are looking at the antidote to a poison as the origin of the poison. So, if any state is taking any step to protect its people, it is an antidote to poison. For people to look at that antidote as the cause of the problem, I don’t think it has any basis in logic.

Leicester loan Ahmed Musa back to CSKA Moscow

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eicester City forward Ahmed Musa is due to undergo a medical test after CSKA Moscow agreed a season-long loan deal, the Mail Online has reported.

The 25-year-old Nigeria international moved from CSKA to Leicester for a club-record £18.2million fee in 2016. Despite a promising start to his Leices-

ter career, he has made just one appearance this season. Musa had been linked with other Premier League sides this month, including West Brom.

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Mbaoma insists on NPFL focus

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times in 33 outings in all competitions. Musa, who has 67 caps for Nigeria , will be hoping to play a big role in Nigeria’s World Cup campaign this summer.

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igeria and Angola will battle for a spot in the semi-final of the 2018 African Nations Championship (CHAN) in Morocco, on Sunday evening at the Stade Ibn Batouta. This is the first meeting between Super Eagles and Palancas Negras in the history of the CHAN tournament. Angola with their Serbian coach Srdan Vasiljevic, have not conceded in the tournament as they kept clean sheets in three group matches in Agadir. They have also managed just one win and scored once from the spot, which means they are yet to score from open play. However, Super Eagles looks favourite with a better match form, winning two games and drawing one in the group stages. They also finished as group C winners with seven points, scoring four goals and conceding once against Equatorial Guinea. Ahead of the big game on today, Naijafootballplus.com questioned Super Eagles chief coach Salisu Yusuf and team captain Ikechukwu Ezenwa about the possibility of the game reaching a penalty shoot-out. “We know the Angolan team are very strong and compact, they are good defensively and our strength is also in the attack. We will try and unlock their defence and penetrate with our tactics. “We have been practicing penalty shoot-out since when we were in Nigeria, but we have not done much of such it in Morocco, we’ve only trained on penalty shoot-out once in Morocco. I believe if we do the right thing in the match and take our chances we might avoid the penalties situation,” said Salisu. Ezenwa also echoed his coach opinion, and says he’s optimistic Nigeria will finish up the game before extra time. Ezenwa added; “We have seen the Angolan team play and they usually set up defensively, we will come out for the game. “It’s a knock-out round and one team must go home. “The most important target is for us to wrap up the game before 90 minutes, we have to stay focused and take our chances, and we have to be clinical. “We hope not to drag the game to extra time and penalty shootout, we are hopeful we will get the job done.

aving came from a goal down to defeat the Panacas Negras of Angola 2-1 in a thrilling and highly tension soaked semi – final encounter at the CHAN tournament , Salisu Yusuf , the chief coach of the Super Eagles has said that injuries to the players almost cost Nigeria the game. Yusuf , who spoke to Press men in Tanger immediately after the game, said he was very excited to tinker the team to the semi – finals of the tournament. He praised the players for exhibiting great fighting spirit when the team were a goal down and some

But he is now poised to return to Russia, where he scored 42 league goals in his first stint for CSKA. Since joining Leicester, Musa has netted five

players were injured, adding that he was forced to change the tactical formation of the team , as new players were introduced to replaced the injured ones . ” It was a very difficult game . Injuries to Kalu Orji early in the first half was not what we envisaged in the game, but Timothy Danladi came in and did his best. “Sunday Faleye was also injured . We tried to manage him till the end of first half and he was later replaced with Gabriel Okechukwu , who scored the winning goal. Emeka Ogbuuh was also injured .Nigeria were simply destined to win the game.” Salisu Yusuf said. He was very particular with the hand injury that Sunday Faleye suffered in the game , which might have cost him to play his last game in the tournament depending on the medical result from the medical officials of the team . ” We will wait on the medical report on Sunday Faleye’s injury before we can confirm if he will be ruled out of the remaining games of the tournament, but if the player is ruled out , we still have some other players in the attack that can be very effective for the team as witnessed today with the performance of Gabriel Okechukwu,” he concluded .

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kwa United striker, Victor Mbaoma has said he will rather allow his performance speaks for him than engage himself with the norm of setting target in the on-going Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) The former Remo Stars hitman has scored three goals with one assist in the five-match old Nigerian top-flight. The lanky marksman was on target in the side’s 3-0 win against newcomers, Kwara United in Sunday’s NPFL matchday 5 clash at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Mbaoma said he will continue to work hard on getting the crucial goals for his side in other matches on the NPFL calendar. “Of course, I have targets both personal and club but I would rather allow my actions on the field of play speak for me. “Action is said to be better than word and so far it has been truly rewarding in the colours of Akwa United. “With time the true colour of my target will become quite clearer but for now I would want to concentrate doing what I’m paid to do “Of course, what does a striker do than to go ahead to score goals in every match. “So far I have scored three goals in addition to one assist in matchday 1 clash against Enugu Rangers in Uyo,” said Mbaoma to frontpixs.com. Mbaoma hinted that the Uyo landlords have come to stay at the top spot of the Nigeria Professional Football League. “We are aiming at something for ourselves in the ongoing Nigerian top-flight. “I’m aware that Akwa United have not won the Nigeria Professional Football League title. “We have started the league campaign on a very good note and we hope to end the race on high. “Right now we want to stay at the top of the NPFL log and remain there till the end of the season,” said Mbaoma. The Promise Keepers are at the summit of the 20-team top-flight log on 12 points from possible 15. The Uyo side will be the guests of FC IfeanyiUbah in Wednesday’s NPFL matchday 6 clash in Nnewi.

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Ulloa joins Brighton on loan

righton and Hove Albion have signed striker Leonardo Ulloa on loan from Leicester City until the end of the season, the Premier League clubs said on Monday. The 31-year-old Argentine returns to Brighton, three-and-a-half-years after leaving to join Leicester in 2014. In his first spell at the Amex Stadium after arriving from Spanish club Almeria in 2013, Ulloa netted 26 goals in 58 games. “I wasn’t here during his first spell at the club, but I know he was very well thought of by all concerned, including the club’s supporters,” Brighton boss Chris Hughton said in a statement. “He’s achieved a great deal since he left, including winning a Premier League title, and his experience at this level will be hugely beneficial to us.” Ulloa scored 20 goals for Leicester, including six during the club’s Premier League title-winning campaign in 201516.

Aubameyang is drawing ever closer to a £55.4million transfer to Arsenal

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orussia Dortmund have lined up their replacement for Aubameyang, with Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi to be loaned to the Bundesliga outfit. Dortmund had looked at signing Giroud but a move for the Frenchman failed, with the striker’s family wanting to stay in England. Aubameyang’s arrival means Arsenal will allow Giroud to move to Chelsea should their London rivals meet the club’s £35m valuation. Chelsea discussed Giroud over the weekend as they are struggling to strike an agreement with Roma for Edin Dzeko and Emerson Palmieri. Arsene Wenger, who is eager to build a squad that can fire Arsenal back into the Champions League, was pictured arriving for training on Monday with the deal for Aubameyang drawing ever closer. Wenger is currently gearing up for Arsenal’s Premier League clash with Swansea on Tuesday night at the Liberty Stadium. The north London outfit sit sixth in

the English top flight, five points off fourth-placed Liverpool with 14 matches remaining. Aubameyang will be an excellent addition to Arsenal’s squad in the hunt for a top-four spot, with the 28-year-old having netted 13 goals in the Bundesliga this season after finishing last campaign as the league’s top scorer.

both of his Instagram following the 25-year-old’s visit. ‘Back to say his farewells... a class act this little genius @phil.coutinho,’ Lallana captioned the post. Coutinho arrived in England on Monday morning following Barcelona’s comeback victory over Alaves on Sunday. He made his full La Liga in the 2-1

victory before being substituted in the 66th minute. Shortly before Coutinho left Liverpool, Virgil van Dijk joined from

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Coutinho arrives at Liverpool’s Melwood training

hilippe Coutinho finally got his chance to say goodbye to former Liverpool team-mates as he arrived back at Melwood on Monday. Coutinho, who left to join Barcelona in a move worth £145million earlier this month, was welcomed back by Adam Lallana. Lallana posted a picture of them

Southampton. There have been calls for Jurgen Klopp to use some of the money from Coutinho’s sale to strengthen the side’s attack. Klopp, however, does not feel the need to panic. ‘It is not about replacing anyone,’ he said. ‘It is about using own opportunities, our own tools, players, tactics and formations.’

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Air Peace set to launch Kano, Yola flights Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo

Air Peace has announced plans to launch its Kano and Yola services on February 12 and 15 , respectively. The services, the airline said, will cover Lagos-Kano-Lagos, Kano-Abuja-Kano, Lagos-YolaLagos and Abuja-Yola-Abuja. The carrier had earlier fixed February 19 for commencement of its flights from Lagos

to Freetown in Sierra Leone, Banjul in The Gambia and Dakar in Senegal. With the addition of Kano and Yola, the airline will be launching five new routes in February alone. Air Peace, which also plans to start its flights to Dubai, London, Guangzhou-China, Houston, Mumbai and Johannesburg this year, said it would operate both morning and

evening flights from Lagos to Kano. A statement issued by the carrier’s Corporate Communications Manager, Mr. Chris Iwarah said the new routes were a confirmation of the seriousness of its pledge to connect many domestic, regional and international destinations this year and make air travel seamless. “We are delighted to an-

nounce that Kano and Yola will be joining our fast-growing route network on February 12 and 15 respectively. The new routes will come on stream just days before the launch of our flights to Freetown, Banjul and Dakar. “The huge expansion project is strategic to our vision to create dependable air connectivity and make travel experience seamless and comfortable. We

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are reputed for our on-time performance, uncompromising disposition to matters of safety, affordable quality service and excellent pro-customer orientation. “These are the values we hope to bring to Kano, Yola and other routes we will be launching in the next few days. Importantly, we are not just expanding our route network, we are also massively growing our capacity in terms of equipment and human resources and positively impacting the economies of the states and countries we operate in. “In just three years of our flight operations, we have increased our fleet to a size of 24 aircraft and provided thousands of direct and indirect jobs. We have no doubt that our entry into Kano and Yola will not only solve the challenges of air travel in the North of Nigeria, but also greatly lift the economy of the region and transform the lives of the people,” It added: “Our 6.40am and 5pm Lagos-Kano, 10.50am and 6.50pm Kano-Lagos, 8.30am Kano-Abuja and 10.20am Abuja-Kano flights were planned to ensure that our guests travelling to the three major cities for business and other reasons are able to conclude their transactions and still return to their places of residence.”

FAAN begins evacuation of abandoned aircraft

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commenced the evacuation of abandoned aircraft at the airside of the Murtala Muhammed Airport (MMA), Lagos. Plans have also reached an advanced stage for the agency to install Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras at the strategic locations within the airside in order to forestall aircraft poaching and other incidences. At least, 13 aircraft belonging to different airlines have been abandoned at the airside of the airport

for several years with their owners reluctant to relocate them despite several warnings issued by the agency in the past. Mrs. Henrietta Yakubu, the General Manager, Corporate Communications, in an interview confirmed that at least 13 aircraft have been abandoned at the airside by different airlines in the past years. She lamented that FAAN had several times told the owners of these aircraft to relocate them

away from where they are presently abandoned without any fruitful response from them, stressing that where they are presently abandoned constitute danger to safety and smooth operations of aircraft. So far, she said four of the abandoned aircraft were relocated last Friday while additional four would be moved yesterday (Monday). She gave the names of the aircraft relocated last Friday by the agency as Associated Air, IRS, Dana Air and Hak Air. Others that would be moved today are aircraft

belonging to the liquidated carrier, Air Nigeria, Associated Cargo, Bellview, JedAir, Precision Aviation Handling Company and PAC, TopBrass and others. She said the relocation became necessary in order to give more space for airworthy aircraft to land, take off and manoeuvre as expected during operations at the airside, insisting that FAAN would continue to take safety and comfort of airport users as a top priority. She said: “As at Friday, we CONTINUES ON PAGE B2

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Ugwuanyi seeks further ties with private sector for economic growth By Moses Oyediran, Enugu Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State has reassured Enugu Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ECCIMA) of the continued support, assistance and collaboration of his administration for sustenance of the existing business- friendly environment towards the enhancement of economic and commercial potentials of the state. Ugwuanyi, who gave the reassurance during the commissioning of the new ECCIMA’s multidimensional secretariat complex in Enugu, stated that his administration was also committed to the provision of necessary infrastructure and facilities that would help boost economic activities in the state.

The governor expressed delight that the construction of the complex was part of the efforts being made by the Chamber to build institutional capacity for the development of the organized Private Sector in Nigeria, particularly in the South East Region. He congratulated the Chamber for the “spectacular” achievement, which he said, would enhance administrative convenience, promote productivity and also cement the rising profile of the Chamber and Enugu State as the hub of business activities in the South East. Gov. Ugwuanyi equally commended the outgoing President of the Chamber, Rev. Surv. Ugochukwu Chime, “for the vibrancy, innovation, dynamism and creativity that his leadership has brought to the Chamber”.

MDAs, other govt’s institutions must be insured - NAICOM Mathew Dadiya, Abuja The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has begun the compulsory enforcement of providing insurance coverage for government’s buildings across the country. The commission has therefore urged Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) as well as other institutions of government to comply. This was revealed over the weekend by the management of NAICOM during a retreat for Insurance Correspondets in Be-

nin, Edo State. According to the Commissioner for Insurance, Mr Mohammed Kari, this is one of the initiatives the Commission is introducing and enforcing to deepen insurance penetration in the country. Kari said that any building, which members of the public access for the purposes of obtaining education, medical services or to transact businesses would come under compulsory Public Building Liability insurance as provided in section 65 of the Insurance Act and Regulation, 2003.

According to him “the Chamber has, without a doubt, undergone such transformation since he assumed office, as to be ranked as one of the best in the country and even beyond”. “We assure the Chamber of the continued support and assistance of the state government especially in the sustenance of the business- friendly environment that currently exists in the state and the provision of necessary infrastructure and facilities that would help further to enhance the economic and commercial potentials of the State”, the governor said. In his welcome address, Rev. Surv. Chime appreciated Gov. Ugwuanyi for “the phenomenal support” towards the spirit of Public Private Partnership, stressing that it is most exemplary and promotes growth in the state. He acknowledged the invaluable contributions of the found-

ing fathers and past leaders of the Chamber, especially the solid foundation they laid, which he said has crystallized in the progress recorded so far by the body. Rev. Surv. Chime said that the Chamber’s relocation to a befitting edifice was “a historic landmark” in the affairs of the organized Private Sector in the country, adding that “this building is a great signpost for the Institutional Capacity Enhancement of the organized Private Sector, particularly in this part of the world”. “ECCIMA House is a message of hope. It is an affirmation that our God can do all things... The next frontier of battle is human capital development across all levels of our society. We need to pray for, identify, mentor and fund young leaders with vision and passion”, the ECCIMA president said.

moved four aircraft from the airside and the General Aviation Terminal (GAT) of Lagos airport told me again this morning (yesterday) that they are going to move another set of four aircraft. We have about 13 aircraft abandoned at the airside. “We have taken the legal issues into consideration, if you agree with me; these aircraft are not helping us in anyway. They are taking up a lot of space. Space for aircraft landing and taking off are being taken by these aircraft. “The airports belong to FAAN, which means that it is the property of the Federal Government and there is no airline that is bigger than Nigeria. Nigeria has given them a long time to be able to move their aircraft and they have refused to do this. “ FAAN is not taking possession of their aircraft, but we are moving them away from where they are to another place within the airport where they will not serve as eyesore and where they will not constitute nuisance to activities on our airside. “What we are doing is part of the services FAAN is providing; comfort and security. So, for security, these aircraft have been abandoned at the airport for long and miscreants can just go in there and do whatever they want. We want our airports to look beautiful and fine, the aircraft that are littered around, it defaces the beauty of our airside.” She also disclosed that very soon, FAAN would procure and install CCTV cameras at strategic places within the airside to further improve security at that part of the airport. Apart from this, she explained FAAN had embarked on grass cutting at the airside to ensure improved safety and prevention of security within that area of airport.

Shortage of plane: Medview shuts down Dubai operations Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo Barely two months of commencing flight operations into Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, Medview airline has shut down its flight operations into that country due to lack of aircraft to service the lucrative route. At a news briefing in Lagos, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the airline, Alhaji Muneer Bankole said the operations would be put on hold till March this year. He observed that its European partner, Euro-Atlantic which the aircraft in operation was leased from was now unable to meet the airline requirement in

providing the necessary capacity. He gave the indications that resumption of flights would commence when its own aircraft B767-300ER christened “Abeke” returns from complete refurbishment in the UK. “We decided for the remaining winter schedule which covers up to the 24th of March to suspend the Dubai operations till 24th of March when we hope and am such with the documents available at our disposal, our Abeke will be fully back, we are doing a total refurbishment, complete total with the three classic of business class, premium economy and economy class, the aircraft is

likely to be available before the end of February”. Passengers ,who apparently had booked ahead their Dubai flights, Bankole said would be flown to their destinations via an interline arrangements. Medview commenced flight into Dubai on the 7th of December last year and had about 80 per cent passenger capacity onboard. Bankole noted that the suspension of its Dubai operations had in no way affected its Jeddah operations, adding that it would continue to maintain its Jeddah schedule every Thursday via Kano until the issue of Biometric which is now a requirement in Saudi was resolved.

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Stories By Motolani Oseni The Nigeria InterBank Settlement System (NIBSS) has reported N56.17 trillion total value of instant payment transfer in 2017, an increase of about 47 per cent when compared to 2016. NIBSS in its instant payment report in Nigeria for 2017 review year, disclosed that 370.9 million total volume of transfer transactions effectuated in 2017, stating that the volume represents a 140 per cent increase when compared to the year 2016. Instant payment continues to be the darling of most Nigerians because of its instantaneous sending and receiving of funds. According to NIBSS, 13.9 million total unique customers by account number carried out a

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NIBSS declares N56.17trn instant payment transfer transfer transaction in 2017 , while 9.07 million total unique customers by Biometric Verification Number (BVN) performed instant payment transfer transaction in 2017. Mobile transfer, according to NIBSS report top instant transfer by Channel, reaching a threshold of N160.7 million, followed by Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) with about N91.4m instant payment transfer in 2017. In addition to means of transfer, NIBSS reported N58.7m for Internet banking; N41.2m, Bank-

ing teller; 11.4 million for third party; 3.3 million, Automated Teller Machine (ATM); 0.3 million for Vendor Merchants and 0.2 million for others channels of transfer. By gender, NIBSS disclosed that 35.6 per cent of male and 64.4 per cent female carried out instant payment in 2017. By age, the NIBSS report stated that, “15-24, 15.6 per cent; 25.34, 36.9 per cent; 35-44, 25.6 per cent; 45-54, 12.2 per cent; 55-64, 5.6 per cent and 2.2 per cent for 65 plus.” Lagos state tops other states in volume by pay location in 2017,

NIBSS in its report disclosed. NIBSS stated that, 26 per cent of transfer occurred by customers who reside in Lagos; five per cent of transfer accrued by customers who reside in Oyo; Six per cent of transfers occurred by customers who reside in Ogun. Others are, “Five per cent of transfers occurred by customers who reside in Rivers; six per cent of transfers occurred by customers who reside in Abuja. Customers from other states contributed 52 per cent to the total transfer transactions.” Other facts b NIBSS revealed

that, “Five per cent of unique individuals who made an instant transfer also issued cheques in 2017 while 86 per cent of unique individuals who issued a cheque also carried out an instant transfer in 2017. “183 Number of foreign countries whose citizens carried out at least one instant transfer in 2017 based on BVN demographics. Most transactions was consummated by nationals of India, China and Lebanon respectively. “70 per cent of transfer transactions occurred via mobile phone,” the report added.

Leasing sector finances N6.9trn assets in 10 years

L-R: Akin Dada, Executive Director, Corporate Banking, Ecobank Nigeria; Charles Kie, Managing Director, Ecobank Nigeria; Carol Oyedeji, Executive Director, Consumer Banking, Ecobank Nigeria; John Aboh, Chairman, Ecobank Nigeria; Jumoke Ogundare, Managing Director, Asset Resource Management Company; Kayode Pitan, Managing Director, Bank of Industry, Adebiyi Olagbami, Executive Director/Chief Risk Officer, Ecobank Nigeria, at the Ecobank Nigeria Corporate Banking breakfast meeting on 2018 Economic Outlook held in Lagos ...recently.

Naira drops against Pound, Euro unofficial FX market

Ï As CBN lifts forex market with fresh liquidity The Naira, on Monday settled low against the Pound sterling and Euro at N510 and 446, respectively , compared to N505 and N445 exchanged over the weekend at the unofficial forex market. This is even as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) yesterday injected fresh foreign exchange for Business and Personal Travel Allowances, tuition, medical fees and others can access from a 55 million dollars allocation injected into the segment of the econom. Reports say that the amount is part of 210 million dollars pumped into various segments of the foreign exchange market by the apex bank. However, the local currency, in the other hand seen flat at N364 to

the dollar at the close of yesterday trading activities on the same forex segment. At the Investors and Exporters (I&E) foreign exchange window, the naira, also closed at N360.37 against the Dollar as trading across the market started on a weaker note. The special window for investors and Exporters opened at N360.00, traded high at N361.00 and eventually closed at N360.37, representing a 0.01 per cent depreciation against Friday’s closing price The Naira at the inter-bank (official) closed at N305.70, representing a 0.02per cent dexlins qhile compared against Friday’s closing price of 305.65. However, the breakdown of the amount, released by the CBN act-

ing Director, Corporate Communications Department, Mr Isaac Okorafor in a statement in Abuja, showed that the bank offered 100 million dollars as wholesale interventions. He said that the bank also allocated 55 million dollars through the Small and Medium Enterprises He reiterated that the bank would sustain its interventions in the foreign exchange market. He also expressed optimism that the value of the naira would continue to spike in the face of accretion to the foreign reserves and the attendant reduction in the country’s import bill. Okorafor urged all dealers to continue to play by the rule, as the CBN would not hesitate to sanction any erring bank or

dealer. Meanwhile, the naira continues to maintain its stable run against major currencies around the globe, exchanging for N362 to a dollar in the Bureau De Change segment of the market Apart from yesterday intervention, the CBN, had recently injected $262.2 million on January 12, $210 million on January 15, $210 million on January 23 and with $304.4 million on January 26. Acting Director, Corporate Communications Department, CBN, Mr. Isaac Okorafor, explained that the CBN would continue to ensure liquidity in the interbank sector of the market as well as sustain its interventions in order to drive economic growth and guarantee market stability.

The Nigerian Leasing sector has financed assets worth not less than N6.89 trillion in the last 10 years, checks by The Daily Times has showed. Although, leasing firms operating the country accounted for 50 per cent of their business volume in the last three years, driving mainly by the economic recession, that reduced disposable income of Nigerians. The inability of people to acquire assets outrightly made people resort to leasing as an alternative, Investigation revealed. A credible source in the leasing industry said, in 2015 alone, lease volume was N1.1 trillion, with 2016 figure surpassing that of the preceding year figure by 14 per cent at N1.26 trillion. In 2017, however, there are indications that the leasing industry might record a whooping N1.7 trillion leasing business, by the time the leasing companies start rolling out their 2017 financial statement. Confirming this development, Executive Secretary, Equipment Leasing Association of Nigeria(ELAN), Mr. Andrew Efurhievwe, said, the Nigerian leasing industry was vibrant in 2017 and provided succour to many organisations across all sectors of the economy. The impactful visibility of leasing, according to him, is increasing, contributing to capital formation in the economy and creating wealth. He said leasing thrives during seasons of economic boom and recession, but that the leasing industry has the most positive effect on the economy during recession. To him, finance lease remained the predominant type of leases accounting for 70 per cent of the transactions while operating lease accounted for 30 per cent.

Capital Market B4 Stanbic IBTC Imaan Fund lifts charities Stanbic IBTC Asset Management Limited ,in its commitment to enhancing living conditions s to invest in building local communities and enriching lives has strengthened the fortunes of the needy. Recently, the firm, which prides a s Nigeria’s biggest asset management firm, donated the non-permissible income of its Shariah compliant mutual fund - the Stanbic IBTC Imaan Fund, to a registered charity, in line with the principles of Shariah. The Stanbic IBTC Imaan Fund, which was originally introduced to private investors in 2011 as a Shariah compliant portfolio, has the primary objective of achieving long-term capital appreciation of its assets by investing in Shariah-compliant equity securities approved by the Shariah Advisory Committee of Experts (ACE). The Fund invests a minimum of 60 percent of its assets in equities of Shariah-compliant companies listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange while retaining a maximum of 40 percent in non-interest bearing fixed income securities (Sukuk). The Fund prohibits investments in businesses that sell or produce alcohol, tobacco, pork products, conventional financial services, (banking, insurance, etc.), weapons, defense products and entertainment. The non-permissible income, which constitutes a certain percentage of the fund’s dividend income, is usually donated to charities that have gone through screening and approval by ACE. The screening is undertaken to ensure that the benefiting charities are not involved in any activity that is contrary to Shariah principles. The formal presentation of cheques to ACE in the sum of N787,037.02 was made in Lagos on Thursday, January 25, 2018, with the parties expressing optimism that it would help in attaining the objective of supporting the vulnerable and under-privileged in society.

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Equities market opens week on Ï Md& d9 Ɔ ƟêƼƼü positive note Bonny Amadi

Stories by Bonny Amadi The bullish trend which greeted the equities market in the early weeks of January, returned on Monday , as investors take position for returns on investment through price growth or expected corporate action. The Monday trend demonstrated that the equities market appears to be gearing up for another rally with a positive close for the second consecutive trading session following Friday’s bullish run. The NSE- All Share Index closed positive at ASI 44,306.48 having gained 1.22 per cent. Also the market capitalization closed higher at N15,

882,551,119,636.24. Investors transacted a total of volume of 573,349,748.00 million shares valued at N5, 879,005,208.62 billion. Dangote cement led the top gainers table with 3.04 per cent, followed by stanbic IBTC with 2.27 per cent while Forte oil gained 1.21 per cent. Other top five gainers are UACN with 3.53 per cent and Etransact with 7.88 per cent Analysts maintained that the bullish trend may not be unconnected with investors positioning ahead of earnings season commencing later this quarter. “Nonetheless, we believe there may be profit taking in the market, which could present entry opportunities into

our quality names for investors with a medium to longer term horizon” Investment One noted. Market Breadth Index closed positive as 41 stocks advanced compared to 12 stocks that declined. DIAMONDBNK with +9.85% gain was the best performer, while DANGSUGAR with -4.56% decline in equity price, led the decliners table.. FCMB which gained 5.88 per cent was the most actively traded stocks with 169million units of shares accounting for 29 per cent of total volume. Sector Performance reflects that NSE Industrial Index emerged the best performer with 1.73% driven by DANGCEM +3.05% growths.

NSE Banking Index closed positive at 0.87%. The growth was propelled by ACCESS with +0.55%, FBNH with +2.71% and UBA with 1.56 per cent growth. This as in addition to appreciation recorded by DIAMONDBNK which gained 9.85%, SKYEBANK‘s 9.38 per cent, and FCMB’s 5.88% growth. The NSE Oil and Gas Index also closed higher by 0.28 per cent following the gain in ETERNA 7.88% and FO rte oils 1.21% per cent gain. However, the NSE Consumer Goods Index was the only index that closed negative by 0.67%, due to DANGSUAGR’s -4.60% loss, FLOURMILL’s -1.65%decine , GUINESS -1.79% depreciation and NB’s -0.04% equity price decline.

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Tripple G records total assets Interlinked technologies’ Q2 revenue drops to N 1.79bn in Q3 drops by 4 per cent

The company’s third quarter result for the period ended December 31 217 released y the Nigerian stock Exchange (NSE) on Monday showed that total assets of the firm grew to N1, 786,334.00, which was against N1, 836,622 recorded by the company as at 31 December 2016 The company’s statement of financial position for the period showed that total current assets closed the period at N742, 630.00 in the third quarter ended December 31, 2017, against N706, 802.00 recorded in the corresponding period of 2016. The result showed that total none current assets closed at N1, 043,691.00, against N1, 131,820.00 posted in third quarter 2016. The company’s statement of profit and loss and other compre-

hensive income however showed marked growth in key indices as turnover grew by 40 per cent to N494, 769 million, against N354,238.00 in the corresponding period 2016. Gross profit grew by 13 per cent to N120, 682 million, from N107, 115.00 recorded in the same period of 2016. The company’s profit and loss brought forward showed a decline by 2 per cent to close at N145, 569.00 in December 31 2017, from N148,713.00 posted in the corresponding period of 2016. Tripple G & Company Plc is a provider of secure payment solutions. The company’s security printing solutions include high quality security cheque printing hardware and specialized consumables for secure printing and payment applications.

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The company’s unaudited account for the second quarter period ended 31 December , 2017 released by the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) , on Monday show that all the key performance, measuring indices decline during the period. The result showed that revenue dropped d by 4 per cent to N44,942 million from N46,906 recorded in the same period of 2016. Gross profit declined by 8 per cent, from N18, 485 million posted in 2016, o N17,035 in the

second quarter 2017 ended December 31. According to the result, Interlinked technologies recorded profit before tax cline by 4 per cent closing the period at N2,724, which was against N2,846m posted in 2016 q2. Los for the period close at -4 per cent with N2, 724, from N2, 846 in 2016. Interlinked technologies was founded in 1981 as Raychem Nigeria Limited but now known today as Interlinked Technologies Plc. The company was established originally as an engineering or-

ganization specializing in sales and services of Raychem joints and termination accessories. However, the firm has diversified operations and activities to include complete Electrical Engineering solutions involving sales and services of several electrical products from our original Raychem accessories to transformers, cables and cable accessories and umbilicals. Its products and services cover Power, Oil & Gas and Telecommunications. Our technical partners include Tycoelectornics and Prysmian cables.

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Positioning FAAN for better service delivery through SERVICOM Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo Service delivery is very important in all we do, be it in the public or private places. Therefore to institutionalize the concept in the public sector, the federal government established the Service Compact with All Nigerians (SERVICOM) in 2004 to promote effective and efficient service delivery in the Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). At the outset, government believed SERVICOM will ensure customer satisfaction; and also that it would manage the performance-expectation gap between government and citizens, as well as other members of the public, on issues of service delivery. The government did not stop at establishing the initiative alone, but also mandated the SERVICOM Office to evaluate the performance of MDAs and their compliance to provisions of their service Charter in their delivery of services to the public. To execute this mandate, SERVICOM uses the SERVICOM Index (SI), which is a set of business-relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that provide a standardized method for measuring and comparing performance against service standards defined by MDAs. It is designed to become the standard method to help MDAs measure their performance in terms of customer satisfaction and improved service delivery. The Index measures the key influences on service delivery and customer satisfaction as well as the need for feedback and future development. Amongst the MDAs, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) stands out when it comes to organisations that have been able to raise the bar in the SERVICOM Index (SI). For instance, FAAN was one the first agencies of government that reviewed and launched its Service Charter, a development which impressed aviation stakeholders, including the SERVICOM National Coordinator , Mrs. Nnenna

Akajemeli , who openly applauded FAAN for their high level of compliance. At the lunch of the Service Charter in Lagos recently, Mrs. Akajemeli enjoined other agencies with obsolete service charters, to emulate FAAN and review them, while calling on those who are yet to formulate theirs to do so, as required by the provisions of the Executive instrument which set up SERVICOM. On his own part, Managing Director of FAAN, Engr. Saleh Dunoma, who was represented by Engr. Nurudeen Daura, the Authority’s Director of Engineering Services, stated that the authority is a customer-centric organization totally committed to delivering quality services to her esteemed customers. While appreciating the SERVICOM office both at the Presidential and organizational level for a job well done, the FAAN boss charged all stakeholders to make conscious effort at studying, imbibing and implementing the areas pertaining to their respective responsibilities. He described the service charter as a service level agreement that ensures that standards are upheld and sustained, whilst providing an opportunity to customers to report any service failure within the value chain. FAAN’s successes in this regard is not an overnight job. It was through planning and judicious follow up on set goals. Narrating how the journey started, Head of SER-

VICOM department of the FAAN, Ebere Okoye had said that the unit was strengthened through hardwork, support from management, planning and dedication from the entire staff of FAAN. She said “I resumed here in the SERVICOM department on the first day of January 2015 after I was posted from Port Harcourt where I was working. I came in here at a time SERVICOM in FAAN was just like it was not existing. “The aim of SERVCOM is to assist passengers and their complaints, difficulties when the need arises. To start with, we began to search the internet to see how it is done. “ We also liaised with the American customers’ services and we started talking with them and a lot of things started happening. The first thing I did was the sensitization and awareness programme which I took to all the airports in Nigeria. “I had the approval of the MD who was emphatically for us to alert all the agencies, both military and paramilitary to appreciate the need and realise the fact that every customer at the airport is a king and therefore, deserves to be served right”. He adds: “As at that time, there was a report in the media that Nigeria airport was the worst airport in the world. That assumption was because of customers services. As a matter of fact, FAAN has reasonable facilities then because that very time, Stella Odua was remodeling the airport.

“In spite of these efforts, it was not appreciated because customers were not served well. So we realized the fact is not facilities but about serving customers. Before SERVICOM came into existence, in 2004 by the then President Obasanjo, the obvious was that government agencies were not doing what they are supposed to do. “That was what prompted SERVICOM in the first place because the services were inaccessible, they were not customer centric and they were not meeting the needs of the people. So government noticed they were not serving the public”, Okoye added. To facilitate customers’ service delivery, Okoye also noted that FAAN recently came up with the Common –User Telephone System. The idea, she said, was conceived for customers to be able to reach them. “We applied to the FAAN Managing Director to provide the telephone system which he did. The system is a 24 hour functional system which is a free phone for any one that is using it. They are positioned in some airports in Nigeria. “When you come there, you check the number and find out what you want to. At the headquarters like my office now, if you think you are not treated well and you want to call head of SERVICOM, you can call”, she informed. Despite the giant strides achieved by FAAN through SERVICOM, Okoye said that they have been faced with a lot of challenges, the greatest being that most Nigerians do not un-

derstand what SERVICOM stands for and what they tend to benefit from it. “My greatest challenge is that a lot of people are yet to understand the SERVICOM department. SERVICOM came in in 2004, whereas, it has been the in thing in some other parts of the world. “Coincidentally, when you look at the mission statement of FAAN, you will see “to develop and profitably manage a customer centric.” there. “In other words, the people that drew that mission of FAAN were customer centric but even amongst us, we are still struggling to see the importance of customer service and management is trying their best, but we need fund because with that, we can do more. “Another thing is that stakeholders we talk to don’t always comply because you go back and still find them doing the same thing you complained about previously. I want Nigerians and passengers to begin to change and do the right things. In confirmation of FAAN’s achievements, particularly in terms of service delivery, the Ministerial SERVICOM Units (MSUs) of the FAAN amongst other government agencies recently received SERVICOM Award for being the best in year 2017 out of Ninety MSUs of Ministries Departments and Agencies (MDAs) that are

directly supervised by the SERVICOM Office. In addition, the best Nodal Officers Awards were received by Mrs. Ebele Okoye of FAAN alongside other personnel in various MSUs in the country. The award presentations were climax of the end-ofyear meeting for the National Council of Nodal Officers ,which was presided over by Mrs. Akajemeli, who commended the award winning Units and Nodal Officers for outstanding performances. She enjoined other MSUs to work harder and conclude on their 2018 workplan as this would guide the effectiveness of their SERVICOM Units and allow for the implementation of activities that would ensure service improvement in the MDAs so that there is an increase in citizens’ satisfaction with public services. “We need to rededicate ourselves to our core duties of service improvement for more efficient service delivery; we need to prepare well so that we won’t be taken unaware when the activities lined up for 2018 kick start. “Next year, we will do greater than we have done this year; I want you all to improve in all that you have achieved this year. I want us to move forward and be more vibrant as we are looking up to more impactful activities next year,’’ Akajemeli said.

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80 million Nigerians to be registered in 2018 - NIMC DG Ladesope Ladelokun Director -General of National Identity Management Commission, Engr. Aliyu Aziz, has hinted that at least 80 million Nigerians will be registered before the end of 2018, noting that 29 million Nigerians had already been registered by the agency. Aliyu made this known at the second FinTech conference held recently in Lagos with the theme: “ Harnessing Emergent T rends in FinTech’’. Represented at the event by Peter Iwegbu, Deputy Director/Deputy General Manager, the NIMC DG says data are currently solely collected by NIMC staff, but disclosed that the private sector and public agencies would soon be authorized to collect data on behalf of NIMC . Speaking on the importance of global identification system and data to corporate bodies and individuals, the DG says identity is key to FinTech solution, financial solution and con-

Chief Executive Officer, Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL), operators of the Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal Two (MMA2), Captain Jari Williams (left); Acting Director-General, Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC), Mr. Chidi Iwuzah, an engineer, and Head of Terminal Operations, MMA2, Mr. Bolaji Salu, during a monitoring tour of the terminal by ICRC officials yesterday. sumer lending, adding that “you can’t include someone if you don’t know who he is’’. He says NIMC provides trusted identification that will build trust and have positive effect

on governance. “The products designed by FinTech companies are going to be consumed by human beings . You need to know them. It is only when you know them that it will

FG, FinTechs to partner on NIPOST banking services -Shittu Arrangement to be concretised in April Ladesope Ladelokun Minister of Communications, Barr. Adebayo Shittu, has expressed Federal Government’s readiness to collaborate with FinTechs (FInancial Technology Companies) to establish NIPOST banking services. Shittu made this known in an exclusive interview with The Daily Times at the second national FinTech conference held in Lagos recently. Shittu, who delivered a keynote address at the conference, said the arrangement about the establishment of the banking services would be concretised by April , adding that the FG would be willing to meet with FinTech officers to fashion out areas of col-

laboration. According to Shittu, banking services are not available to more than 60% of communities and settlements in Nigeria. He said if there must financial inclusiveness for all Nigerians, banks do not need to have structures in 60% of communities and settlements that are without banking services. The Communications Minister stressed that, “ The impact of FinTech’s innovations will soon get to all parts of the country. One of the prerequisites that we must have is to be conscious of the fact that banking services are not available at all in more than 60% of communities and settlements in Nigeria.

be easier to channel the products to their needs. So, the mandate of the NIMC is to first establish a system that will enable you to have the identification of every citizen.

“ This is one product which will certainly fill the gap particularly for rural areas such that banks do not need to spend money on building infrastructure or posting staff to the rural areas once they can have some form of mobile registration accounts.That is one area I want FinTech members to look at.’’ He added: “ They should find a way of getting rural areas sensitized as to the advantages of this. These services could be taken to people in their homes and villages, and once they get hooked to it, it becomes seamless in terms of financial inclusiveness for the rural dwellers.’’ Explaining why Nigeria is a ready market for potential investor in FinTech services and products, Shittu says Nigeria has a huge population, and it is one population that is developing in terms of literacy. He said, “ In Nigeria, we have almost 160 universities producing an average of about 150,000 graduates every year, we also have a lot of Polytechnics and Colleges of Education. Every year, almost two million people seek places in Universities, and this means that all of these people are potential customers of FinTech services and products.

“For instance, I come to you to provide a service, you must be sure that I am who I am to provide the service. I would like to say that FinTech companies that are going design products

with data have also designed the system that will enable them to consume the data to deliver value added services to customers,’’ the DG concluded

Why Africa must establish single market to create jobs, alleviate poverty

Mathew Dadiya, Abuja

President Muhammadu Buhari has canvassed for the speedy establishment of a single, unified market in Africa to increase trade, create more jobs and reduce poverty, adding that the continent would be more integrated, united and prosperous. Buhari made the call while presenting Nigeria’s position in favour of the report on the establishment of a Continental Free Trade Area (CFTA) and related issues presented by President Mahamadou Issoufou of Niger Republic, during the 30th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. According to President Buhari, “It is Nigeria’s position that as African leaders and principal architects of our Union, we must now speed up action to conclude the negotiations and establish the CFTA.” Noting that the continent has missed the timeline set by the Afri-

can Union (AU) in January 2012 to establish the CFTA in 2017, he said African leaders still had the opportunity to set it up by March 2018. Justifying Nigeria’s vote for the CFTA, the President said: “In a rapidly changing global economy, with much uncertainty, we believe that the establishment of a CFTA would provide Africa with tremendous opportunity to achieve significant growth driven by intra-African trade.” According to him, while the stakes in setting up CFTA are no doubt very high, the benefits are wide-ranging and significant. “The primary objective is economic namely, for trade in goods and services on the continent. A single, unified market would lead to a comprehensive and mutually beneficial trade agreement amongst African Union Member States. If we integrate Africa’s market for trade in goods and services, we will not only double intraAfrican trade, but also negotiate with other regions or continents on trade matters,” he said.

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NLC vows to oppose APC panel’s proposal on minimum wage, local govts Stories by Godwin Nyebe

to because minimum wage is on the exclusive legislative list globally. “That is to tell you the type of people we

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has stated it’s position regarding the recommendations of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Committee on True Federalism that states should fix their own minimum wage and the scrapping of local government councils as a tier of government. The Congress said it is a move that cannot happen, and vows to mobilize Nigerians to reject the proposals. NLC President Ayuba Wabba said the recommendation was in total contrast to the beliefs and practices of the International Labour Organisation (ILO), which Nigeria is a signatory to. “That cannot happen because it will contravene our constitution and the ILO convention, which Nigeria is a signatory

are dealing with. That is not acceptable to us because it contravenes all known laws and procedures as minimum wage cannot be determined by a state. “You can see in the case of the governors that their own wages are not determined by their states, but by the Revenue Mobilisation and Fiscal Commission. “Which makes that of the workers even more compelling because there is a global standard. Most countries of the world, including the United States had a minimum wage law that is national. States can fix above the national, but they cannot fix below what is proscribed as the national minimum.” Wabba also commented on the scrapping of local government as a tier of government, saying that the whole recommendation contradicts themselves. “That is even a contradiction because they are contradicting themselves. Any-

where around the world, even in the United States, you have the county. “In the context of Nigeria, if you look at the history of our development, the local government has played a very essential role in making sure that development is taken to the grassroots. “The governors have actually been the problem of the local government because they have been the ones utilising the funds of those local governments. “They have also usurped the economic, social and political powers of the local government. That is why they want to continue in that light and that cannot take us anywhere. “I am sure that our National Assembly members will rise up to the challenge. So, our agitation will start immediately because we have rejected all of that and we are going to engage the process seriously”

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Ambode reiterates importance of workers’ productivity Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode has State Civil Service needs to be as effective and productive as it can be, much more than ever before. He said his administration has gone to implement, on the largest scale imaginable, series of programmes that are designed to transform the state for the better. The governor, represented by Commissioner, Lagos State Ministry of Establishments, Training and Pensions, Dr. Akintola, Benson, spoke at the opening session of a training programme Tagged: Management And Execution Of Projects organised by the Public Service Staff Development Centre (PSSDC) held in Lagos. He said, as we all know, in order to execute these programmes, the input and support of the civil service is required, thus the need for the state to continue to train officers of the civil service. He added that the training which is designed to ensure that officers of the civil service are effectively managing their time and are being productive is very important. He said: “Good time

ILO projects rise in unemployment, decent work in 2018 The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has projected a rise in the global unemployment rate and decent work in many parts of the world in 2018. The ILO DirectorGeneral Guy Ryder said this in a report titled the “World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends 2018 in Geneva. He said the World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends 2018 noted that the global unemployment rate has been stabilizing after a rise in 2016. “It is expected to have reached 5.6 per cent in 2017, with the total num-

ber of unemployed exceeding 192 million persons. “As the long-term global economic outlook remains modest despite stronger than expected growth in 2017, ‘’he said. Ryder also said the report attributes the positive trend between 2017 and 2018 mainly to the strong performance of labour markets in developed countries. He added that is where the unemployment rate is projected to fall by an additional 0.2 percentage points in 2018 to reach 5.5 per cent, a rate below precrisis levels.

The ILO boss said in contrast, employment growth was expected to fall short of labour force growth in emerging and developing countries, but has nevertheless improved compared to 2016. “Even though global unemployment has stabilized, decent work deficits remain widespread: the global economy is still not creating enough jobs. “This means additional efforts need to be put in place to improve the quality of work for jobholders and to ensure that the gains of growth are shared equitably, ‘’Ryder said.

NBS says 77.5 million Nigeria’s are economically engaged Ambode management enables people to work smarter, not harder so that they get more done in less time, even when time is tight and pressures are high. “ Failing to manage time damages effectiveness and causes stress. The focus of this training is the management

and execution of projects.Project management includes identifying requirements, establishing clear and achievable objectives, balancing the competing demands from the different stakeholders and ensuring that a commonality of purpose is achieved.

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) says 77.55 million people are engaged in economic activities out of a labour force of 85.08 million in the third quarter of 2017. The NBS disclosed this in a “Labour Force Statistics Volume 2: Employment by Sector report for Third Quarter of 2017” released by the bureau on Monday in Abuja. According to the bureau, the 77.55 million are engaged in some sort of economic activities for at

least an hour a week. It, however, noted that 8.46 million were engaged between one to19 hours weekly; 18.02 million 20 to 39 hours; 51.06 million above 40 hours), while 7.53 million were doing absolutely nothing. The bureau explained that it classified those working less than 20 hours a week and those doing absolutely nothing as unemployed. It also stated that it classified those working 20 to 39 hours or doing jobs not

commensurate with their qualifications and skills as underemployed. The bureau, however, stated that out of 8.46 million persons that worked within 1 to19 hours a week, 1.83 million or 21.67 per cent work for pay/ wage. It stated that the 5.84 million or 69.03 per cent were self-employed working in agriculture (4.18 million or 49.44 per cent) and non-agriculture related activities (1.65 million or 19.58 per cent).

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Sound wizards on rampage! L2

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Hottest music producers in Nigeria presently Folarin Leonard

We have in recent years been blessed with sounds as we have

Tekno Miles

endless.

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Want that healthy sight? Try this Tomatoes Tomatoes are packed with carotenoids, including lycopene, which helps give tomatoes their vibrant red color. Research shows that the lycopene present in ocular tissues helps prevent light-induced damage to the retina and other areas of the eye. Tomatoes are also an excellent source of vitamin C, another vision protector. Processed tomato products or fresh tomatoes eaten with a little olive oil will help boost the absorption of lycopene. Researchers say eating foods rich in antioxidants is better than taking supplements. Corn Yellow corn is great source of lutein and zeaxanthin . These naturally occurring yellow pigments are lost during ARMD, (Age-related macular degeneration) but research shows that older adults who boost their blood levels of lutein and zeaxanthin through eating foods like corn and other reduced their risk of losing these pigments. A study even found that women who ate the most fruits and vegetables, including yellow corn, reduced their risk of developing cataracts. Carrot Vitamins found in carrot can help promote overall eye health. Carrots contain beta-carotene, a substance that the body converts to vitamin A, an important nutrient for eye health. Carrots can easily be included in your diet in the vegetables salads or fried rice and can also be consumed and enjoyed in its raw form. Olive Oil This oil which is low in trans and saturated fat helps prevent retina diseases. Several studies suggest that olive oil is recommended for healthy vision. Not only is olive oil free of trans fats and is low in saturated fat, Australian researchers found that subjects who reported consuming the most olive oil were 48% less likely to develop ARMD. When buying olive oil, look for extra virgin for the additional antioxidant boost it provides Walnuts Walnuts are the best nut source of omega-3s. In small amounts they can be converted to EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), another omega-3 fatty acid used by the eye, along with DHA. They are full of antioxidants and vitamin E, which work to C-reactive protein, a marker that signals there is nuts a day can cut your risk of a cardiac event by as much as 50 percent, according to several large research projects, including the ongoing Nurses Health Study. Berries Blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, mulberries, cherries and even grapes are outstanding foods for protecting cardiovascular health, which

pressure. And high blood pressure is a risk factor for macular degeneration. Blueberries and blackberries also contain anthocyanins, which have the -

ages to the arteries that feed oxygen to the available though they are a little bit expensive. Eggs Eggs contain the omega-3 fatty acid DHA and are the most readily available source of lutein and zeaxanthin. An egg per day for most people, unless you have diabetes, is excellent eye food. Diabetics need to ask their doctor whether eggs can be a part of their diet. Avocados Avocados are one the most nutrient-rich fruits They contain lutein and help prevent macular great source of other important eye nutrients such as beta-carotene, vitamin C, vitamin B6 and vitamin E,â&#x20AC;? Gerbstadt says. Those vitamins place avocados among the top-10 eye foods. Turkey turkey contains zinc and vitamin B, which makes it effective when it comes to warding off cataract. It is also a healthier option than red option for the eyes. Sweet potatoes This is a very easy accompaniment to any meal, as it contains loads of beta-carotene which makes them a total necessity when it comes to eye health. Sardines loaded with Omega-3 fatty acids, sardines should be included in your diet at least once work by protecting the tiny blood vessels in the eyes and maintaining overall eye health. According to a study featured in the American also reduce the risk of developing ageâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;related

ways you can get a good supply of omegaâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;3 Moringa Moringa leaves contain iron, calcium, potassium, vitamin A, vitamin C and protein. These are low in calorie, sodium and rich in antioxidant, vitamins, minerals and essential amino acids. Its leaves can also be used to treat various eye problems. Moringa leaves can be used as eye wash and can also be put in eyes. Extract of its fresh leaves juice mixed with honey are also used as eye drop in some parts of India

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reasons you need lemon in your water

to justify starting your day with a nice glass of lemon water. Sometimes we just get tired of drinking old plain water and you just want to take your physical, mental, and spiritual health up to the next level, here are 15 reasons why you should be drinking lemon water every day. 1) Clears Skin One of the more convincing reasons to drink lemon water for most of us is that it can help keep our skin clear. Water on its vitamin C in lemons helps purge toxins from our blood to keep 2) Balances Your PH

very acidic, but they actually have a very alkalizing effect on our bodies. Keeping your body in an alkaline state also pre-

3) Boosts Immune System boost our immune system. Who has time to get sick these days, right? The potassium in lemon juice helps control blood pressure, stimulate brain and nerve function and vitamin C with the juice of one lemon and some honey. 4) Weight Loss Aside from helping our skin stay clear, balancing and boost-

There are tons of different powers that lemon water has. Did you know that it can actually assist you with any digestion problems that you are having? Trust me on this one, if you are having a lot of stomach aches, start drinking lemon water and

5) Help a Hangover Save yourself a trip to the store and make yourself a mug of lemon water is that it can help soothe your stomach, which can be somewhat irritated or sensitive after a night of drinking. Drinking hot water with lemon can act as an antiseptic and help

10) Powerful Cleansing Powers While we might clean our skin and we might actually keep our faces and hair clean, did you know that we also need to keep our organs and our insides

6) Freshens Breath We now know that lemon water has an abundance of ben-

extremely healthy. 11) Less Mucus

en your breath after having some drinks, a spicy meal or if you smoke. All these things can dry out your mouth, which can lead

probably notice that you have a ton of mucus in the

7) Boost the Brain and Nervous System Another one of the impressive effects of drinking lemon wahave been linked to depression, anxiety, forgetfulness and brain fog. As mentioned previously, lemons are also chock full

you are noticing it all around your body. Well, one of -

antibacterial properties and helps get rid of infections of the

13) Energy Boost Do you need that cup of coffee in the morning and then around 2:30pm, you are crashing and burning with being tired? Well, if you happen to drink hot water with lemon in it instead of coffee, not only will you cut your

helpful natural remedy for allergies as it helps keep the body alkaline and more balanced. 9) Helps Digestion Problems

14) Helps You to Stay Healthier Overall, lemon water is a good way to keep hydrated

stress. 8) Helps Respiratory Problems -

all ends of the spectrum. 15) Great Source of Potassium still missing those potassium levels, why not indulge in a few glasses of

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Care to have bigger, tighter, firmer butt naturally? Try this A big butt is sexy, feminine and a major turn-on.

the process is to identify your body type and work exercise routine that may not produce the best results for your particular body type.

your body type, another good indicator is where chips automatically equates to a softer stomach or jiggling thighs, chances are these problem areas

Ways to acquire that Butt: 1. Heel Raises: Heel raises are excellent for weights or resistance bands to maintain tension for better muscle growth in the gluts and hamstrings. *Begin on your hands and knees in a tabletop towards the ceiling, maintaining a 90-degree angle

*Inhale as you slowly bring the knee back down, Tip: For a more intense workout, do 1 to 2 minutes on one leg, then continue with another 1 to 2 minutes on the same leg, but this time extending is complete, switch legs. 2. Jump Squats: Jump squats are great for gaining strength and burning fat. *To start, slowly lower yourself into a squat making the safe-squat position. *Next, spring up into a straight jump and land in the continuously for 30 seconds.

3. Single Leg Bridges â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which are great for your body and build sexy VS model legs. and one leg straight up in the air. *Exhale as you place your weight into the heel aiming to make your body straight from shoulder to and inhale as you slowly return to start position. Repeat and inhale for 20 repetitions per leg, pulsing at the top for 10 seconds at the end of each set.

tears in the gluteal and surrounding muscle (aka your butt). At this point our buttocks is in the repair cycle. It desperately wants the right amount of calories, the right type of healthy foods, and the right healthy mixture of carbs/fat/proteins to ensure the most growth possible. Your body will let you the right type of foods. Big Booty foods by macro-nutrient sources will need to eat more of to help make her butt bigger. I recommend you try and get a protein of protein per meal and also get a good protein shake to drink after your workouts and possibly in a meal or two. Some healthy sources of good protein for a bigger butt includes: Eggs, skinless chicken (almonds, cashew), peanut butter, almond butter. breasts, salmon, Tuna, Tilapia, cottage, Vegetables: Vegetables contain tons of anti Legumes(kidney, chick peas), Extra extra lean oxidants, nutrients and other goodies that are essential for a growing body. You can typically eat as much of these as you want without fear: Broccoli,

going is the absolute quickest way to burning fat. rounded goodness. Foods to eat to get a bigger Butt blasting exercises, your buttocks is now in a position to grow. At this point, there will be tiny microscopic

oats, weetabix, 100% whole grain bread, low sugar breakfast cereal. Fat: Excess calories and bad foods make you fat, and more prone to getting fat. Healthy sources of good fats are essential and can help to actually

So remember simply start adding, replacing or mixing these healthy food sources into your current diet for making your butt bigger. Healthy foods like these are absolutely essential for laying down the materials to help your butt grow after our booty building exercises.

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Music Review

Patoranking ft. Olamide (Mama Aboyo): Funny title but catchy dancing steps Patoranking decides to thrill his fans with the bang titled Mama Aboyo which he featured the amazing rapper Olamide (Baddo). The tune Mama Aboyo and This kind love which he featured Wizkid was off Patoranking debut album God over everything was really great. Mama Aboyo brought back the memory of Daniella wine by Patoranking which

the only difference was that Mama Aboyo was not shot in the street like Daniella wine. The video was

by Clarence peter and

views. The dance steps were fabulous both the steps from the kids were really lovely and full of energy. Olamide also made the video a success with the way he sang the chorus. He really had a thing for this video and his collaboration with Patoranking was great. The music was actually passing a message to background

made

the

the kids were awesome with their steps. It was quite colorful and entertaining masterpiece.

Daniella Wine also had the same crazy dancers

all seeing that the reggae music video (Mama good popular artist are on same track/music video Aboyo) had beautiful because they will surely kill it. The song title was dancers with their great dancing steps because

Bamigbetan Bukky

energetic. The audio and the video are perfectly

keep it up. We expect more hits from you.

Movie Review

The Cobweb: When Parental advice hinders future dreams severely if he sees his son playing any musical instrument or if he sees him playing with his peers. Sam became very dull and quiet in class that his class teacher Mrs. Olaitan (Foluke Daramola) noticed his performance and attitude in class and she decided to ask poor Sam what happened to him and he

teacher out of his house and warned her to stay away from his family.

Director: Foluke Daramola Salako Year of release: January 2017 Running time: 3hrs.

family became chattered when he discovered that his eldest

murder while his beautiful wife died due to the shock and his Samuel a in the city and they made the market their home. One of the market women who had noticed them decided to help them

with his voice and helped his musical career. He became very popular and fell in love with an actress who helped him greatly in his career. Sam embarked on the journey of naira. Akiga was freed from prison and went in search of his son with one of his friend who told him that his son is already saw was the picture of his son pasted on the bill board. He regretted because he was facing the wrong thing instead of being the father he supposed to be which affected his family.

one responsible for the pregnancy. There was commotion

The movie cobweb is a true life story of a young boy Sam (Uti Nwachukwu) who has the desire to be a musician in future but his father Akiga ( Funsho Adeolu) was not in support of his got angry and told the father that it was his friend that raped

two important lessons; to show parents the importance of helping their wards harness their talents and to further

he went inside his room and brought out a gun and did not hesitate to use the gun on his friend. Akiga was sent to jail for

bad acting and poor directing. I rate the movie 5/10

not want him to end up (uneducated) like him. He never spared

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Mixed Grill L7

My kind of music preaches unity I don’t want to be a one hit song star –Junior Boy amongst all culture –TBoy when you shared your aspirations with them? I think they already knew. It At least they tried. But you know what they say about talent and be denied. I just had to obey and listen to them. I graduated as an cally doing something I want and

experience in the Nigerian music Industry so far? ing independent got some challenges but with God nothing is im-

For Imo state born singer, Tochukwu Ezeji better known as TBoy by his teaming fans who disclosed that music was more of a passion and driving force for him even after securing a degree as an Economist from the university; Music was the only way he could relate well. Signed on the Billionaire Minds Enterprise, TBoy recently became popular after he began the #IgboMoveand unity in Nigeria through his kind of sound. In this chat with MUTIAT ALLI, TBoy explains that the #IgboMovement is far beyond just the Igbo Music & Culture, kind of music amongst others. What does the brand TBoy represent? Well, TBOY is a big independent brand that represents a young enmost. When people hear about

Where do you see yourself in the next 5years?

How will you describe your sound? record we can describe my sound Which international and local

growing up with musical parents. I started singing in churches, perkid sister & inspiring to be like the doing and at ease. So I can proudly say I started as a chorister and since childhood. How did your parents take it

a song that has turned into a national anthem and currently receiving massive air play across the state. For Ebute Meta breed, Ephraim Bababo better known as Junior Boy, his musical dexterity and stage presence is compared to none as he is ready to take over the industry with his Afro-Pop and dance hall style. Cornered recently, Junior Boy spoke with MUTIAT ALLI on his musical career amongst others. Recently you were nominated in the Most Promising Act at the just concluded City People Music award, how does that make you feel? Well the nomination meant a lot to me, it shows that my work is been recognised and I am beginning to gain public presen a nomination and that can only be God.

sound? There are a whole bunch honestly. Locally, I listen to the likes and Runtown. Then internationally

Your song Irapada is presently gain much presence; what brought about the song?

On gle, street and prayer song. 9ice in the same studio as ways watched while growing

EME music spare-headed by Banky W because lookme. With Irapada gathering so much momentum, do you think you can still record a song better than this? songs that I know will do well than my present song, songs star, I want to be rel-

he was still big and remains

Where does junior boy see himself two to three years from now? Only God can predict that

I am saying. In the song I

What message does the #Igbo-

What inspired your choice of 9ice on the song?

all aspects any urban lingo through

the CEO, Banky W who is

For someone just blowing up, what strategy have you put in place so as not to be distracted by fame? Anywhere I go I always -

Which record label are you signed to? Billionaire Minds Enterprise.

beyond “just” The Igbo music/cul-

cludes Wizkid, Skales, and Niyola amongst others. Hence, I am not saying that the other popular labels are not g

things, winning awards.

old school to new school, how I want to change my ety properly.

Unity in Nigeria through music. I am a proud Nigerian and my muone around the world no matter the CULTURE, TRIBE & CONTINENT.

If you are to choose a label from the popular ones we have already, which would you wish you are signed on and why?

know that the song talks

Future, Tory lanez, and some Mi-

on my IG dedicating my single KILOFE to King Fela Anikulapo Kuti. IGBOBOYTAKEOVER is a

ple and that is what I want to

he is my mentor and some-

you represents? Yeah... #IgboBoyWhen and how did music start for you?

He came into the industry not quite long and took over with his

properly, you will see that the style requires 9ice. I body was talking about it jump on this song, it would be much more better and apparently, that was my choice too. Knowing that you have a kind of familiar voice texture with 9ice, were not challenged in the studio to want to go extra mile?

You doing more of inspirational songs, is it your own kind of strategy in the industry? You can call it strategy as the case maybe me but more on songs people can easily relate with and that is why I spoke about my strug-

changed or anything. I still remain the Normal Junior.

Relationship L8

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Things you do that frustrates your spouse Have you ever experienced the plight of not being understood? There are certain things you do in your relationship that can get your spouse frustrated and

to get out from the relationship and probably move on with their life. One the worst thing that can happen to anyone is remaining in a frustrating relationship

things you do consciously or unconsciously that tend to frustrate your spouse. 1. Never listen never gives room for listening, it then gets frustrating

relationship. When you have laid out or stated out your case in front of your partner, wait for them to digest the information or issue and lay their opinion

conducive for both you and your partner and listen as

Have you ever experienced the plight of not And when you show no concern for your partner, it being understood or misunderstood? Well, also hurts. If you tend to show no emotion, it is a sign it is one hell of a stress that no one wants to constantly experience. Imagine experiencing this in their lives. If you never show care for your partner, almost every day of your life in your relationship, Frustration is just around the corner, please by challenges, and somehow, if you get then frustrated save yourself the unnecessary stress and go for by the attitude, their challenge(s) would be waiting someone that would easily understand you and you also should be ready to understand them. Don are in that relationship to love, hold and support the out later that you cant understand the guy or the partner. As a guy, if yu see your lady is awfully quiet, girl in the relationship. her and you are ready to help her through whatever it is. As a woman, you should be able to build up your nagging or complaining, trust me, the receiver of your complaints will also get tired of it, if not him and complete him. now, then very soon. Reduce or completely stop not healthy for your relationship. This does not

understood and you can lead the other party to change. But nagging would just cause the other

In a relationship, both parties should be able to play their part without hesitating. Imagine a man playing the role of his wife every day of his life, it would become frustrating and soon he would explode either by transferring aggression or doing something crazy. The relationship gets interesting and enjoyable when everyone performs their roles accordingly. Help yourself and partner enjoy the relationship by playing your

relationship anymore.