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MDAs defy FG’s order on mandatory filing of assets

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ÏÏÏ Six months after the Minister

of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, passed a circular directing Ministries, Departments and Agen-

cies (MDAs) to mandatorily file all movable and immovable assets of their respective organisations, none of the MDAs has complied with the directive of the Federal Government.

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You are safe in the North, FG assures Ndigbo GUARANTY

Lateef Ibrahim, Mathew Dadiya and Doosuur Iwambe, Abuja

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Parents of kidnapped students storm Ambode’s office

Benjamin Omoike

ÏÏÏ It was weeping and wailing

on Wednesday morning as parents of kidnapped students of the Lagos State Model College, Igbonla, Epe, stormed the office of Governor Akinwunmi Ambode to demand for the release of their children 14 days after they were abducted by gunmen.

The parents said the kidnappers told them on Tuesday that four of their children were now sick and that they would henceforth not negotiate with them (parents) any longer, neither will they allow them speak with their children, insisting that they wanted to negotiate with the government.

Mothers of the children were seen weeping and wailing profusely and calling on the state government to do something urgently to get their children released.

A woman who refused to give her name was overtaken by emotions as she was wailing at the top of her voice, calling

on government to get her child, identified as Isiaka, out of the kidnappers’ den immediately.

Mrs. Toyin Philips, mother of Pelumi, a 17-year-old student among those kidnapped, was seen weeping and demanding government’s intervention in the situation.

“I want my son back. I sent my son to the school because there was no money. If I had the money they are demanding for, would I have sent my son to that school?” She asked.

“We are the ones negotiating with the kidnappers. The kidnappers said they wanted N100 million. Government, please, don’t let our children die. Let their release be done today,” lamented another parent, Mrs Agbaosi, whose son Judah, is among those kidnapped.

Spokesperson of the parents, Mr. Dapo Adesega, lamented that their children had been with the kidnappers for 14 days and that government had not deemed it fit to communicate

with them.

“If you don’t communicate with us, how do we know that government cares for our plight.

If we had not come here today, we won’t have heard anything from the government,” he told government officials who were sent to address them.

“Nobody from the government has come to us since the incident occurred two weeks ago, we did not come here with placards because we want government to help us. Please, government should help us. We have been trying to negotiate with them but they rejected our offer because it is too small.

“They said we cannot speak with our children again as four of them are ill. We want government to help us, we are trusting in you. Our kids are not allowed to talk to us again, I took my child to a government school, so the government should help us,” he stated.

Another parent, Moruf Ramon, whose 19-year-old son Isia-

ka Ramon, is still being held by the kidnappers said the kidnappers had refused to negotiate with them any further as what they offered to pay them was small.

He said there was no way they could raise such huge ransom of N100 million being demanded by the kidnappers, adding that so far, the parents offered to give the kidnappers N10 million they raised, but that they rejected it.

Officials of the Lagos state government came to address the parents and assured them that government would stop at nothing until the children were released.

The government’s delegation was led by the Commissioner for Local Government and Community Affairs, Muslim Folami.

Others were the Special Adviser to the Governor on Community and Communications, Kehinde Bamigbetan and the Special Adviser to the Governor on the Environment, Babatunde Hunpe.

CNPP on FG to backs Labour’s call to review Ifeanyi Ubah’s detention Patrick Okohue

ÏÏÏ The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has thrown its weight behind the call by the United Labour Congress (ULC) for the release the chairman of Capital Oil and Gas, Dr. Ifeanyi Ubah, in order to pave the way for negotiation with company’s management.

The umbrella body of all registered political parties and associations in the country in a statement signed by its Secretary General, Chief Willy Ezugwu appealed to the federal government to consider the fate of the numerous workers employed by the privately owned company and release the detained oil magnet or charge him to court for prosecution. “Like the ULC observed, federal government’s promise to provide jobs and its desire to tackle unemployment in Nigeria will be a mirage if actions or inactions of government lead to job loses or contribute to the widening of the unemployment gap.

“As at today, more jobs have been lost in the private sector than the federal government has created due to harsh economic environment in the country as a result of the current recession.“Our fears is that the continued detention of the Capital oil and Gas chairman without trial will not only lead to the sack of over 5,000 workers directly and indirectly engaged by the company but will also send frightening signals to foreign direct investors that Nigeria is a country where the rule of law is scarce.

Ekiti State Government, Mr. Ayodele Fayose (m), during the interactive session with the State’s civil servants at the Government House in Ado-Ekiti… on Wednesday.

Domestic violence update: Mercy Aigbe trial stalls again

Titilope Joseph

ÏÏÏ The late arrival of alleged-

ly battered Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe on Wednesday stalled the commencement of trial of her estranged husband, Olanrewaju Gentry, before an Ikeja Chief Magistrate Court.

Gentry is facing charges bordering on domestic violence offences for allegedly beating and inflicting injuries on his wife contrary to provisions of Protection Against Domestic Violence and Connected Purposes Law of Lagos State 2007.

The estranged couple was scheduled to appear before Chief Magistrate Mrs. Folakemi Davies- Abegunde on Wednesday.

Gentry, who appeared in court dressed in a white wool buba and sokoto with a matching black and brown leather palm sandal to match, arrived in court as early as 9am yesterday.

The applicant, Mercy Aigbe, was to tender before the court the medical report of the alleged domestic violence meted

on her by her estranged husband.

Gentry on the other hand, was to show cause why the restraining order made April 28, 2017 that he should not come within a mile radius of his wife and their two children should not be made permanent by the court.

Mercy had applied for the restraining order in line with sections 5(1), 1(3) and section 7(1) of Protection Against Domestic Violence and Connected Purposes Law 2007.

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Erosion menace ravages 264 Delta communities

Nosa Akenzua, Asaba and Saka Bolaji, Minna

ÏÏÏ Perennial

erosion menace currently rampaging 264 Delta Communities has destroyed about 82 houses, with 31 persons feared killed in the last two months.

Investigation revealed that worse hit areas include Gbaramutu Kingdom, in Warri South West, Agbor, Ozoro Burutu, Bomadi, Kwale, Asaba-Awai, others.

In Warri-South West Local Government Area and Agbor, for instance, some of the residents have fled their homes for fear of the unknown including destruction wreaked by the heavy erosion on their buildings.

Speaking to our reporter, Chairman of Kokodiagbene Community in Warri South West Local Government Area of the state, Mr. Sheriff Mulade, who raised the alarm of possible desolation of the community following the unabated flood menace, expressed fear that the community might soon be washed off and that there won’t be anywhere known as Kokodiagbene on the map of Warri South West if urgent steps are not taken to curb the situation.

While calling on the federal state governments to come to the aid of the community and save the people of the area from being sacked by the erosion, Mulade recalled that the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in response to the threat of the erosion in the community, awarded a contract for the reclamation of the community in 2002 but was abandoned since then.

Further investigation revealed that areas such as Ebu/Ilah communities hitherto suffer untold erosion menace with many of the houses near destruction, and the road impassive.

But the Delta State Commissioner for Environment, Mr. John Nani, in a swift reaction, said as part of the proactive measures aimed at curtailing flooding and environmental challenges in the state, the state government had been involved in frantic efforts aimed at salvaging the challenge.

Meanwhile, no fewer than six persons have been confirmed dead following a flood that wreaked havoc in Mashegu and Borgu local government areas of Niger State.

About 600 houses were destroyed in the affected areas with many public buildings not spared.

According to report from the area, the incident occurred after a heavy downpour which affected the people of Ibbi town in Mashegu Local Government Area.

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You are safe in the North, FG assures Ndigbo Continued from page 1 that Ndigbo are safe in any part of the country.

Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, who gave the assurance while responding to questions at the end of the Federal Executive Council meeting held at the Presidential Villa on Wednesday, said “the threat is not new.”

This is even as the Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir el-Rufai, has ordered the arrest of the arrowheads/masterminds of the press conference where the ultimatum was issued.

Similarly, former Vice President and chieftain of All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaji

Atiku Abubakar, has condemned, in strong terms, the ultimatum and the counter response by a South-East group, describing it as provocative, reckless and thoughtless.

The Minister of Information, while reacting to a question of the ultimatum to the Igbos to quit the Northern part of the country, said: “It is not the first time that different groups will issue such threats. The threat is being handled by the relevant agencies of government.

“It is not new, but what I want to assure you is that the security agencies are on top of the situation,” he added.

Also, the Kaduna State Government has assured every resident

of the state that nobody can tamper with their freedom to reside where they choose.

In a statement issued in Kaduna on Wednesday, the state government said that the constitutional right of every Nigerian to own property, move freely and to live in peace and harmony is sacrosanct.

Addressing a press conference on Wednesday in Kaduna, the governor condemned the action of the coalition and assured every resident of Kaduna State that “nobody can tamper with their freedom to reside where ever they choose.

Governor el-Rufai, who spoke through his Special Adviser on Media, Samuel Aruwan, con-

Cross-section of sympathisers at the scene of late actress, Moji Olaiya’s final burial, at Ebony Vaults, Ikoyi, Lagos… on Wednesday.

FG pays N375m to 20 whistleblowers Mathew Dadiya, Abuja

ÏÏÏ The Federal Ministry of Finance has confirmed release of N375.8 million to the first batch of 20 providers of information under the Whistleblower Policy.

The payment, of various amounts totaling N375, 875,000, relate to the recovery of N11, 635,000,000.

Minister for Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, in a statement on Wednesday, said: “This payment, which is the first under the Whistleblower Policy, underscores the commitment of the President Muhmmadu Buhari-led administration in meeting obligations to information providers under the Whistleblower Policy. The policy is an essential tool in the fight against corruption.”

She further disclosed recent amendments to the Whistleblower Policy which includes the introduction of a formal legal agreement between information providers and the Federal Government, which is executed by

the Minister of Justice (AttorneyGeneral of the Federation). Procedures have also been introduced to ensure the protection of the identity of information providers during the payment process.

The Minister explained that all payments are taxable and are only made upon confirmation of the final recovery of assets as confirmed by the Attorney-General of the Federation as being free of legal disputes or litigation.

The Minister also gave details of the Whistleblower Unit (WBU), a multi-agency team, which is resident in Ministry of Finance Headquarters. It is staffed by seconders from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Police Force and Presidential Initiative on Continuous Audit (PICA), among others.

“The Whistleblower Unit is the first line of response to whistleblower information, where initial review is undertaken before cases

are forwarded to the relevant investigative agencies,” Mrs. Adeosun said.

It would be recalled that the Ministry of Finance has reported that following the approval of the Whistleblowers Policy by the Federal Executive Council and its launch by the Minister of Finance in December 2016, the WBU received 2,150 communications and 337 tips through its dedicated channels from many patriotic Nigerians, which led to the recovery of substantial assets that were illegally acquired by various individuals.

The primary purpose of the Policy is to support the fight against financial crimes and corruption, promote accountability and enhance transparency in the management of public finances.

Mrs. Adeosun assured that the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari would continue to encourage all Nigerians with information on misconduct, violation or improper activity which can impact negatively on Nigeria to report it to the appropriate authority.

demned the development, saying his administration took exception to any hate speech emanating from any group in whatever guise.

He said: “This government has been consistent in taking action to punish hate speech and incitement.

“People who may feel unhappy about irresponsible comments or actions that have taken place in other states must know that two wrongs cannot make a right and they cannot use our state to do or say things that threaten the peace. ”Kaduna State government has therefore ordered the arrest, investigation and prosecution of the signatories to the statement.

“The Kaduna State government condemns in the strongest terms the press statement by some selfappointed ‘northern youths’ that threatened the safety and property of our citizens of Igbo extraction.

“Government assures every resident of our state that their constitutional and human rights to live peacefully and own property wherever they choose is sacrosanct.

“Even people who may feel unhappy about irresponsible comments or actions that have taken place in other states must know that two wrongs cannot make a right”.

Meanwhile, Governors of the nineteen northern states on Wednesday disowned a coalition of Arewa Youths which issued ultimatum to Igbos to vacate the northern part of Nigeria before October 1 or be forced to leave.

Chairman of the Northern Governors’ Forum and Borno State Governor, Alhaji Kashim Shettima, spoke on behalf of his colleagues in Maiduguri on Wednesday evening.

The Governors said they are in touch with heads of their security agencies and have taken measures that will guarantee the rights of all Nigerians to live in of the 19 States in the geopolitical zones within the north.

They equally also called on security agencies to arrest the youths and probe the motive behind the call, saying the call by the youths was a suspicious act that falls in line with recent trend of arms catch and coup rumours which may not be coincident.

Shetima said: “On behalf of the Governors of the 19 Northern States, we totally condemn such irresponsible pronouncements by those groups. We condemn, we disown, and we are totally distancing ourselves from those faceless groups who don’t have the mandate of the people of Northern Nigeria to make such loud pronouncements.

“Section 41, Subsection 1 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is very ex-

plicit in safeguarding the rights of all Nigerians to reside in any part of the country with no hindrance whatsoever.

“But then, when you see a toad dancing in the broad daylight, the drummer is not far off from the main road.

“We wish to call on the security agencies to beam their lenses on these groups, and unearth the faces behind the mask.

Some months back, there were cases of importation of arms, illegal importation of arms intercepted at the ports, then we started hearing rumours of a coup d’etat.

“Also condemning the ultimatum issued by a coalition of Northern youth groups to the Igbos to quit the region and the counter response by a South-East group, former Vice President and chieftain of All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, declared that the ultimatum is also a grave threat to national security and peaceful co-existence.

Visibly angry Atiku, in a statement on Wednesday from his media office, said: “The ultimatum issued by a Northern youth coalition to the Igbos to quit the region and the counter response by a South-East group is not only provocative, reckless and thoughtless, but also a grave threat to national security and peaceful coexistence”.

The former Vice President explained that he was alarmed by the latest dangerous outbursts, warning that it does not augur well for the North and the country at large.

The APC chieftain told politicians of all hues to distance themselves from such divisive rhetoric because, according to him, the consequences of such association could ultimately consume them.

Meanwhile, South East Governors held an emergency meeting on Wednesday over the ultimatum by a coalition of northern youths asking Igbos residing in the northern Nigeria to quit the region.

President General of Ohaneze Ndigbo, Chief Nnia Nwodo, made the disclosure in Enugu Wednesday night during a night of tributes in honour of the late Ohanaeze chieftain and veteran Biafra soldier, Prof. Ben Obumselu.

Nwodo further disclosed that the South East Governors had almost mobilised thousands of luxurious buses and trucks to evacuate Igbos from Northern Nigeria, but for the timely intervention of Governor Nasiru elRufia of Kaduna State.

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Recalled judges comply with NJC directive, resume sitting Andrew Orolua, Abuja

ÏÏÏ Despite Federal Government criticism over the recall of six suspended judges accused of corruption and its decision to appeal against the discharge of Justice Adeniyi Ademola’s case, the judges on Wednesday resumed duty.

The six judges were recalled from suspension by the National Judicial Council (NJC) on Wednesday and resumed sitting at their various courts with

some of them attending to pending court cases that have lingered in the last nine months of their suspension.

The Daily Times recalls that the National Judicial Council (NJC) had last week directed Heads of courts to recall the six out of the eight suspended Judges and directed them to resume sitting yesterday.

At the Supreme Court where two justices were affected by the suspension directive, our correspondent confirmed that one

of the justices whose suspension was lifted, Justice Inyang Okoro resumed duties in his chambers. The Supreme Court on Wednesday attended to several cases in chambers.

The Daily Times also confirmed that at the Federal High Court in Abuja, Justice Adeniyi Ademola arrived the courtroom at about 9am on Wednesday morning and was excited to have returned to the court room he sat last in October 2016.

Justice Ademola also told lawyers, litigants and

Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun (r) and Mrs. Adenike Dina, during the swearing-in of Dina as Special Adviser at the Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta... on Wednesday.

others in the courtroom that he was glad to be back after nine months of absence.

He attended to the seven cases that were listed in the cause list of Court 7, Federal High Court Abuja.

Coincidentally, Joe Agi, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), who was tried and discharged alongside Ademola and Mrs. Ademola of corruption charges by High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), also appeared before him yesterday.

Agi, who announced appearance for the plaintiffs in Undie Pius and others versus PDP informed the court that the case has been overtaken by event and as such he would like to withdraw the matter.

Consequently, Justice Ademola struck out the case as prayed by the senior advocate. But Joe Agi (SAN) refused to answer questions from journalists when he was confronted for certain clarifications.

Other cases were thereafter taken by Justice Ademola and were adjourned accordingly, after taken submissions from the lawyers in the matter.

Meanwhile, a number of lawyers spoke to about the recall of suspended judges unanimously agreed

that the National Judicial Council (NJC) has done the appropriate thing by recalling the suspended judges.

They noted that it is the citizens that always bear the brunt when judges are prevented from performing their duties Kefas Gadzama, one of the lawyers who said he was happy to appear again before Justice Ademola, commended the judge for not allowing his travail to affect his composure.

He added that since Ademola has been discharged of the corruption charges against him, he (Gadzama) was comfortable coming before him.

He advised government to always have their facts right before dragging people to court.

Similarly, Wahab Toye, another lawyer who appeared before Ademola, while noting that allegation is not conviction, advised the Federal Government not to muzzle the judiciary.

Lamenting that it is only in Nigeria that we arrest, detain, go to court before investigating, Wahab appealed to the government to allow the judiciary be, in the interest of justice and the Nigerian citizens.

“They should have allowed the NJC to do their

job”, he said, adding “When you prevent someone from doing his job over unwarranted trial, it is Nigeria that suffers. A lot of cases are pending in court and some people are in prison waiting for their trial”.

Meanwhile, a legal activist, Mr. Raph Oluyede, has called on the Federal Government to probe the author of a statement from the presidency which described as ‘unfortunate’ the recall of the suspended judges.

Oluyede told The Daily Times that the content of that letter smacks of vendetta. “It shows some people in the corridor of power have ulterior motives behind,” he said.

Ademola and seven senior judges from the Supreme, Appeal, Federal High Court and National Industrial Court were suspended by the NJC on November 2, 2016, following their arrest and detention by the Department of State Service (DSS) on October, 2016 during a sting operation over allegations of corruption.

The NJC in an attempt to maintain the integrity and sanctity of the Judiciary and sustain public confidence, suspended the affected judicial officers on 2nd November, 2016.

Awaiting trial inmates: HURILAWS drags AGF, NPS boss, others to court Peter Fowoyo

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Organisation, The Human Rights Law Service (HURILAWS), has filed a fundamental rights class action on behalf of all Awaiting Trial Persons in Nigerian Prisons.

Joined in the suit as respondents are the Attorney General of the Federation, the Administration of Justice Commission, the Administration of Justice Monitoring Committee and the Comptroller-General of Nigeria Prisons Service (NPS).

The suit is asking the court for an order declaring that the condition of Awaiting Trial Persons in Nigerian Prisons violates their Fundamental Rights to dignity of human person, personal liberty and fair hearing guaranteed by Sections 34, 35 & 36 (2), (4) and (6) (c) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic

of Nigeria 1999 as amended.

Specifically, HURILAWS is asking the court for an order declaring that the condition of Nigerian prisons is not proper for human habitation and therefore violates the Fundamental Rights of Awaiting Trial Persons to dignity of human person guaranteed by Section 34 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 as amended.

Besides, the organisation is seeking an order from the court declaring that the long detention of Awaiting Trial Persons in Nigerian prisons violates the Fundamental rights of Awaiting Trial Persons to personal liberty guaranteed by Section 35 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 as amended; It is also asking the court for an order declaring that the delayed trial of Awaiting Trial persons violates the Fundamental rights of Awaiting Trial Persons to

fair hearing guaranteed by 36 (2), (4) and (6) (c) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 as amended.

HURILAWS asked the court for an order declaring that the 2nd and 3rd Respondents have failed to discharge their duties under Sections 470 of Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015, particularly ensuring that criminal matters are speedily dealt with, congestion of criminal cases in Courts is drastically reduced, congestion in prisons is reduced to the barest minimum and Persons Awaiting Trial are, as far as possible, not detained in prison custody and as a result the Fundamental Rights to dignity of human person, personal liberty and fair hearing of Persons Awaiting Trial are being violated.

It therefore asked the same court for an order enforcing the Fundamen-

tal Rights to dignity of human person, personal liberty and fair hearing of Awaiting Trial Persons in Nigerian Prisons by directing the Respondents to discharge their functions as stipulated by Sections 470 of Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015 by ensuring that the criminal matters are speedily dealt with, congestion of criminal cases in courts is drastically reduced, congestion in prisons is reduced to the barest minimum and persons awaiting trial are, as far as possible, not detained in prison custody.

The case has not been assigned to any judge and no date has been fixed for mention.

HURILAWS averred that the respondents, particularly the Administration of Justice Commission and Administration of Justice Monitoring Committee are statutorily created to supervise administration of

justice in Nigeria by ensuring that criminal matters are speedily dealt with, congestion of criminal cases in courts is drastically reduced, congestion in prisons is reduced to the barest minimum and Persons Awaiting Trial are, as far as possible, not detained in prison custody.

It also said the respondents have failed to properly discharge this statutory function, adding that criminal trials are often stalled due to unavailability of Prosecution Witnesses; Investigating Police Officers (IPOs); missing Case Files; Unavailability of DPP Advice, etc.

“The result is that at March 6, 2017, the total inmates’ population stands at 63, 259. Out of this number, 46,351 are Awaiting Trial Persons and the remaining 21,903 are convicted”.

In terms of percentage, the convicted is 32% while Awaiting Trial Persons are 68%, HURLAWS noted.

Furthermore, the organisation said the recently released National Human Rights Commission 2012 Prison Audit report indicate that a total of 18,657 persons had spent three months and above awaiting trial in prisons across the country, with the following zonal breakdown: 1,150 detainees had spent 3 months and above awaiting trial in the various prisons across the North East with Bauchi holding 313, while in the South East they were 4,296 out of which 1380 were in Owerri prison.

Similarly, they were 2,929 in the South West, with 694 found in Agodi prison; 6,476 were in the South South of which 2,501 were in Port Harcourt prison. 2000 were found in the North West, with MSP Gushau having 404 and in the North Central, they were 1,806. Some of these detainees have spent over 16 years awaiting trial.

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PIN urges respect for digital right on surveillance, interception Tony Nwakaegho

ÏÏÏParticipants

at a workshop on Digital Cybercrimes have called for respect of the citizens’ digital right, especially with regards to digital surveillance and call interceptions.

Paradigm Initiative which organised the workshop in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Justice recently, focused mainly on section 24 and 38 of the Nigeria’s Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act 2015 and called for respect of the citizens’ digital right.

Adeboye Adegoke, programme manager at Paradigm Initiative, said that “the focus on the two sections was deliberate. We focused on those sections because they are prone to be misapplied to infringe on

the digital rights and freedoms of citizens, especially freedom of expression and privacy online.

“Section 24, in particular, has already been cited in more than ten documented cases of alleged illicit arrest and abuse of rights. Provisions of Sections 24 and 38 of the Act were examined at the workshop as they are believed to be threats to digital rights in Nigeria. Section 24 poses a threat to freedom of expression online while section 38 gives security agencies the right to hold on to citizen’s information, thereby violating their rights to privacy of their information online.”

The workshop provided opportunity for participants drawn from the Nigerian Police Force and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission

(EFCC) from Abuja, Bauchi, Gombe, Nasarawa, Rivers, Kano, Lagos, Enugu and the FCT in Nigeria to review cases of arrests related to sections 24 and 38 of the Act and the effects of these arrests on citizens.

Mr. Gbenga Sesan, executive director, Paradigm Initiative underscored the importance of the internet to democratic participation in Nigeria, noting that though rights in the digital realm exist, they are not respected.

Sesan stressed on the provisions in the Cybercrimes Act 2015 that give law enforcement agents access to citizen’s data and how these provisions are prone to abuse.

He cited instances in which files in government offices and Nigerian courts are currently being han-

dled.

“Surveillance and Interception must be lawful, with clearly stated procedures and clear judicial oversight to avoid abuse. Respect for human rights in the day to day activities of law enforcement officers helps to foster citizen and security agency cooperation. It is well known that countries that focus on innovation rather than clampdowns avail themselves huge economic opportunities. This can be seen through the relationship between the Gross Domestic Products of those countries and the level of internet penetration and internet freedom.”

On his part, head, Computer Crime Prosecution Unit at Federal Ministry of Justice, Mr. George-Maria Tyendezwa, stated that we must differentiate between

libel and slander from cyberstalking, adding that one-time acts don’t constitute stalking mentioned in Section 24.

Tyendezwa explained that anyone who feels defamed should not use the apparatus of the state to oppress anyone but to go to court to seek remedy.

Director of Programs at Paradigm Initiative, Mr. George-Maria Tyendezwa, told participants: “we believe that law enforcement agents who participated in the workshop are better equipped in handling and managing cases involving Cybercrime as a result of this workshop. Our objective is to ensure that the Cybercrimes Act 2015 does not become an instrument of oppression in the hands of the powerful using security agencies as tools.”

Nigeria now has 45 political parties as INEC registers 5 more groups Lateef Ibrahim, Abuja

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Electoral Commission (INEC) has given approval for the registration of five new political parties in the country.

With the registration of the five new parties, Nigeria now has 45 political parties.

The five parties were registered out of the 95 political associations that applied for registration as parties with the Commission.

This registration of the five new political parties was contained in a late night statement issued by INEC and signed by the National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee of the Commission, Prince Adedeji Soyebi.

The statement reads: “At present, 95 Associations have applied to the Commission for registration as political parties. Two of the associations voluntarily withdrew their applications.

“The Commission today (Wednesday) approved the applications of five of the associations which have fulfilled the constitutional requirements for registration”.

The newly registered parties are Young Progressive Party (YPP), Advanced Peoples Democratic Alliance (APDA), New Generation Party of Nigeria (NGP), All Democratic Peoples Movement (ADPM) and Action Democratic Party (ADP).

Expedite action on issues concerning the Niger Delta, FG charged Isaac Olamikan, Warri

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national president of the Host Communities Producing Oil and Gas (HOSTCOM), Dr. Mike Emuh, has charged the federal government to expedite action on some key agreements that both of them have reached as regards the setting up of regular and modular refineries in the Niger Delta area; pipeline surveillance deal and release of the gas flare penalty levy among several other issues.

He asserted that HOSTCOM is prepared to do business with the government as it has all it takes to kick-start all of the proposed business ventures.

Dr. Emuh gave thumbs up to the Senate for a horde of steps it has taken to ensure that the issue of perceived marginalization of the Niger Delta region is addressed.

He listed some of the positive signal from the Senate as the gas flare prohibition bill; acceptance of HOSTCOM memorandum at a recent public hearing of the senate and the passing of the PIB among others.

The HOSTCOM President appealed to the Ministry of Petroleum Resources to fast track the construction of two regular and ten modular refineries in the oil producing communities.

Children of beggars to get free education, says Tambuwal ÏÏÏSokoto State Government

Enugu State Governor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi (4th l), with delegates of Christian Association of Nigeria, when the National President of the body, Rev. Dr. Olasupo Ayokunle (4th r) led them on a courtesy visit to the governor, at the Government House, Enugu… on Tuesday.

Gov Bello presents 29 Hilux vans to council chairmen, vigilante group Saka Bolaji, Minna

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Niger state governor, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello, has presented 29 operational Hilux pick-up vans to local government chairmen and vigilante groups in some troubled areas of the state.

The governor who made the presentation at Government House, Minna, expressed concern at the increasing rate of security challenges being faced by Nigerlites, especially the rural dwellers. He

noted that the provision of the operational vehicles to the groups and some local government councils was to enable them effectively secure their areas.

He identified the vigilante groups as critical stakeholders in the face of recent security challenges in the state, especially at the rural areas and urged them to work closely with security agencies.

Governor Sani Bello said the recent security challenges were not only alien to the people but unacceptable to his administration and

warned criminally-mind people to relocate from the state.

He said aside from the regular support to security agencies to ensure that the state is a safe place; he has resolved to adequately provide logistics to para-military agencies in a bid to take the battle to the door steps of criminally minded individuals in the state.

“We are committed to making Niger state safer. It has become necessary to assist the vigilante groups and security agencies in the state with operational vehicles so that

they can move around and provide a safer state for us”.

The governor then commended the efforts of security agencies in the state and charged them to redouble their efforts at ridden the state of criminals.

“Our security operatives have been doing their best in the past and it is my considered opinion that with these operational vehicles, they (security agencies) will do more and ensure that our rural and urban areas are effectively patrolled and policed”.

said it will take care of the education of children of beggars, vulnerable and other less-privileged members of the society.

Announcing the gesture at a special iftar session organised for them by the state government, Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal said a pilot scheme started in 2016 in three local government areas was successful, and a decision has now been reached to expand the scheme to all parts of the state.

“During the campaigns, I made a promise to introduce special welfare packages to improve your well-being. The last administration introduced the payment of monthly stipends to you, I am happy to note that we have not only continued with it, we have also enhanced it.

“Our aim is to empower you all to ensure you have something you can do to permanently support yourselves and your families.

I am happy many of you have positively responded to these initiatives.

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Benue: Elected council chairmen, councillors accuse BSIEC of extortion Winners of the Saturday local government elections have accused the Benue State Independent Commission (BSIEC) of ‘extorting’ monies from them before issuing them certificates of return.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the elected chairmen were directed to pay N60,000, while councillors paid N25,000 as “handling charges” for the certificates.

The elected officials have expressed surprise at the charges, describing them as “strange and unknown”.

“I came to receive my certificate of return but was taken aback when I was told that I have to pay a fee of N60,000.

It is very strange. It has never happened before,” an elected chairman from Benue Central, told NAN, craving anonymity.

Another elected chairman, who also craved anonymity, wondered what the state electoral body meant by “handling charges” after candidates paid huge sums for forms and screening procedures.

“The certificates (of return) are supposed to be free; chairmanship candidates paid N250,000, while those aspiring to be councillors paid N155,000 to obtain forms from BSIEC. “To ask us to pay another money now is mere extortion. We shall take it up with the governor,” he fumed.

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A councillor-elect for Makurdi Local Government, equally accused BSIEC of extortion, saying that he initially refused to pay, “I only looked for the money and paid because others were paying. I wonder why this became necessary,” he said.

BSIEC sources indicated that more than N8 million was realised from the

“handling” fees paid by the 23 chairmen and 294 councillorselect, who are expected to be sworn in this week.

Contacted, BSIEC Chairman, Dr. John Tsuwa, said that the fee paid by the elected chairmen and councillors was not illegal.

“It is within the ambit of the electoral guidelines and endorsed by the electoral laws,” Tsuwa, who spoke through BSIEC’s Director of Information, Austin Odiba, told NAN. He explained that the commission collected money from the elected local government officers before issuing certificates of return because there was a provision for that in the guidelines.

“The money is a small token to cover handling charges. All the amounts are stipulated in the electoral guidelines.

“We stated it very clearly that at the end of the elections, winners must pay the fees before getting certificates of return,” he said.

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Adeleke: INEC fixes July 8 for Osun West Senatorial bye-election The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed July 8 for the Osun-West Senatorial District bye-election to elect a new senator for the constituency after the sudden death of Sen. Isiaka Adeleke.

In a notice by the Administrative Secretary, INEC, Osun State, Mr E.A Ademusire, in Osogbo on Monday, conduct of parties’ primaries would commence on Tuesday through June14 while the election would hold on July 8.

The notice stated that bye-election was scheduled “consequent upon the position of the enabling status that bye-elections to fill the declared vacant seat by the National Assembly be conducted within 30 days upon the declaration.

“Take note that by the directive of the Chairman, Independent National Electoral Commission’s bye-election for Osun West Senatorial seat will hold on Saturday, July 8, 2017.”

The attachment to the notice however indicated that last day of submission of party nomination form is June 15, publication of nominated candidate’s names, June 22 and submission of names and addresses of party agents to INEC officer, June 30.

Enugu Assembly passes 23 bills into law, 35 motions, resolutions Moses Oyediran, Enugu At the close of 2nd Session of the 6th Assembly, Tuesday, leadership of the Enugu State House of Assembly, disclosed that they passed 23 out of 30 bills brought to the floor of the House into law.

The House in the same period received and passed 35 resolutions and motions.

Speaker of the House, Hon. Edward Uchenna Ubosi, who made the disclosure in a valedictory speech to mark the end of the second session of the 6th Assembly which was first inaugurated on June 8, 2015, said that they have made tremendous achievements.

“During the sessions, we made litany of achievements among which are 30 bills (22 executive bills and 8 member bills) out of which 23 bills were passed into law and 4 bills at various legislative stages while “the remaining bills are likely to be loved to death,” Ubosi disclosed.

The Speaker explained that some of the bills passed into law that have high impact on the citizens of the state include among other things, the Investment and Human Development Authority Law, 2015; Private Partnership Law, 2016; the Land Use Charge Law, 2016; the Enugu State Registered Bonds Law, 2016; the Child Rights Law, 2016 and the Administration of Criminal Justice Law, 2017.

He also explained that the 35 motions and resolutions passed were timely and a quick response to the yearnings of the people of the state.

Ubosi used the opportunity to commend his colleagues for carrying out their oversight functions religiously with their various standing committees, pointing out that the House committees engaged in regular monitoring of the activities of the various MDAs to ensure that “government programmes were implemented and administered efficiently, effectively and in a manner consistent with legislative intent, practice and procedure.”

Members who spoke on the successful end of the 2nd Session, said the House was able to perform because of the quality leadership of the House under the Speaker and passed vote of confidence on him and other principal officers of the House.

Hon. Joseph Agbo Ugwumba representing Enugu East Rural said that the bane of the country was good leadership and described Ubosi as a good coach that led a good team to victory.

Member representing Nsukka East, Hon. Chinedu Nwamba in supporting the vote of confidence passed on the Speaker said that Enugu Assembly is ranked the best in the country because of the able leadership of the

House by Ubosi whom he said is open and receptive.

In another development, the House approved the appointment of Okoro Livinus Ugwu as the new Auditor General of Enugu State. The approval followed a letter to the House from the governor, Chief Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi through the Secretary to the State Government, Elder Gabriel Ajah.

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APC threatens newly formed APDA over ‘stolen’ star logo APC Youths Renaissance has observed that the logo of the newly registered political party, the Advanced Peoples Democratic Alliance (PDA) was stolen from Star Lager Beer, one of the popular brands owned by the Nigerian Breweries PLC. The group wondered why a political party that seeks to take over the reign of government at the centre could not think deeply and come out with a logo not registered by any company in Nigeria.

Hence, their action is a testament that they have nothing new to offer to Nigerians other than recycling corruption using a new political platform.

Therefore, as a frontline youths wing of the ruling party, we believe that it is

our duty to protect all Nigerians including their intellectual properties from any form of attack or encroachments.

Similarly, to avoid facing the anger of the World Intellectual Property Organisation and other multilateral institutions like the World Trade Organisation which Nigeria is a member, we are calling on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the security organisations in Nigeria to as a matter of urgency deregister the new party as well as arrest its leaders for breaching the intellectual property laws of Nigeria.

Failure to act within the stipulated time frame as enshrined in our laws, we will be forced to seek redress in the court on behalf of the Nigerian Breweries PLC.

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Why I am worried about Obiano’s re-election bid in Anambra –Ezugwu As a member of the Board of Trustee of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), how is the party’s recurring leadership crisis impacting on its success?

It is true that APGA has been ridden by leadership crisis since the death of our great leader, Ikemba Nnewi, Chief Emeka Odumegu Ojukwu. We thought that when the Chief Victor Umeh’s leadership won the case at the Supreme Court, following the protracted legal tussle with a faction of the party that the leadership crisis was over. But when we thought it was time to move forward, the leadership crisis reared its ugly head again. The recurring leadership crisis is usually caused by imposition of candidates but it has been worsened by the inability of Governor Willie Obiano to manage the party well as the leader.

Can you imagine that a party with great prospects like APGA, which have started making waves in parts of the country, including the North, has been unable to hold at least one Board of Trustees meeting in two years, not to mention a national convention, yet we are approaching an election in AnamEzugwu bra. I don’t know h o w Obiano wants to win a second tenure, if at all he wins the party’s primary, because he has not played his role as a leader in the party and his unparalleled arrogance and grandstanding has caused a lot members to defect to other political parties.

Former Governor Peter Obi brought Governor Obiano from nowhere and entrusted the party into his hands on a platter of gold and he has totally destroyed the foundation of APGA through inexperience in political party management.

One would not have blamed him because he is a novice and a green horn in party politics, but you cannot help it when he has refused to learn all these years that he has been in power as a governor.

It seems he is not interested in the success of the party because once he is through with his tenure he returns to the United States from where he was conscripted into the governorship race

by Peter Obi. But thank God that the founding fathers, have arisen to take the party back to the people through the leadership of Chief Martin Agbaso as the new national chairman.

Apart from not managing the party well, as the only sitting governor on APGA platform, what is your assessment of the Governor Obiano ad-

Chief Willy Ezugwu is a member of the Board of Trustees of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and an outspoken leader in the Nigerian civil society. He is also the Secretary General of the Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP), which is the umbrella body of all registered political parties and associations in the country. Ezugwu who is also the National Coordinator of South East Revival Group (SERG), in this interview with PATRICK OKOHUE spoke on the recurring APGA leadership crisis, the November governorship election in Anambra State, among other issues.

ministration in Anambra State?

Well, if not for the unequalled performance of his predecessor, Peter Obi, which Governor Obiano inherited, he would have no project to use for his media propaganda. The huge sums of money left by Peter Obi in the Anambra State treasury and the increasing internally generated revenue accruing to the state are what Obiano is using to sponsor the “Willie is Working” propaganda. Governor Obiano should visit his neighbour, the Governor of Enugu State to learn what it means to govern the people. Despite that Enugu State is a civil servant state with little or no internally generated revenue, Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has shown leadership by impacting positively on the lives of rural people.

Currently, Governor Obiano is facing a lot of opposition because most of the developmental projects initiated by him are concentrated in his Anambra North Senatorial Zone. He has been accused of engaging his kinsmen who occupy most of the sensitive positions in his government, while he allows his wife to be the dominant force in the running of the government.

Based on your assessment of the Anambra State government’s performance and with few months to

the governorship election, what are your party’s chances of retaining the state?

It will be by miracle for Govern o r

the Obiano government to infiltrate the nooks and crannies in the state such that instead of the ruling party receiving decampees as is the tradition, APGA is losing members to the opposition on daily basis.

So, everybody in APGA is worried that Obiano is killing the party by installment like Chief Ezeonwuka believes. As chieftains of APGA, we have seen a lot of things going wrong, but, there are no efforts by the gover nor to correct t h e m even after series of warnings.

Obiano to win the party’s primary election in the first place, because other political parties are holding meetings but APGA is not meeting and even the Board of Trustee members are not carried along. As for the chances of the party in winning Anambra State governorship election in November, the governor has killed APGA already through his attitude but like I said earlier, thank God for the party’s elders who have arisen to take the party back to the people of Nigeria. With the level of crises faced by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), APGA would have been the main opposition party in the country, but for the Willie Obiano’s exceptionally bad style of leadership.

I’m not the only one that fears for Obiano’s re-election in November. Chief Rommy Ezeonwuka, also a member of the Board of Trustees of our party recently said that there were no indices on ground to show that the party or Governor Willie Obiano is ready for the contest in November even though the Anambra governorship election will, to a large extent, determine the future of APGA in Nigeria.

As Chief Ezeonwuka rightly observed, opposition parties in Anambra are cashing-in on the uninspiring attitude of

But what you are talking about is what you should have discussed with the governor in private?

Yes, I agree with you. And I can assure you that efforts have been made by many APGA leaders to get the governor to understand the impending danger ahead but to no avail. I personally wrote to him, but as I am talking to you, he never acknowledged nor replied the letter even when some people close to him confirmed that he has received my letter. If as a member of the Board of Trustees of APGA, who has contested for the Senate three times and the Secretary General of the Conference of Nigeria Political Parties wrote a letter to him and he didn’t acknowledge it, will he listen to the ordinary Anambra State resident?

We cannot stand akimbo and look while the opposition is taking over the grassroots of Anambra State. Is it not insulting enough to hear outsiders boasting of defeating APGA in Anambra State at the governorship election in November? It is because the political stakeholders in APGA are not being carried along.

But if Governor Obiano thinks he will destroy our party and escape to the US, he is joking.

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Court reserves judgement on suspended Kogi Assembly member till June 29 Idris Ahmed, Lokoja The Kogi State high Court II presided over by Justice Henry Olusuyi sitting in Lokoja has reserved judgement till Thursday June 29 in the case involving Honourable Friday Sanni Makama, member representing Igalamela Odolu constituency and the Kogi State House of Assembly over his six months suspension.

Honourable Sanni had dragged the Kogi State House of Assembly before the court challenging his suspension from the House for alleged anti legislative activities.

This followed written and oral submission of the counsel to the plaintiff, Jubrin Okutepa (SAN) who argued that the suspension of the plaintiff was a gross violation of the fundamental mandate of the people he represents in the House He referred the judge to exhibit C (1) which is the vote and proceeding of the Assembly describing it as a “total arrogance of power “.

The Counsel referred the judge to the case of Akomolafe versus Speaker, Ondo State House of Assembly 1984 which was reported in the Nigeria law report pages 355 and 366.

Another case he cited was the House of Assembly Bauchi State versus Rifkatu Samson Danna which was delivered on 19th November, 2015 by the Court of Appeal, Jos which admitted that they cannot suspend a member for one minute which is believed to be trampling on the right of elected representatives.

A case between the Attorney General of Benue state versus Honourable Musa and others reported in 2008 in Nigeria weekly law report part 168 page 311 was

Makama also cited.

He said the court affirmed that an elected representative is not an employee of the executive or the legislators hence cannot be removed or suspended but rather can only be recalled by his people.

Okutepa (SAN) also cited Section 17 sub section 2 of the Nigeria constitution to back up his claim.

He called on the judge to rescue the claimant as the House failed to give him fair hearing and stating that they lacked the right to suspend him just as he submitted that the House exhibited arrogance of audacity when civil servants are suffering due to nonpayment of salaries.

The counsel to the lawmaker also called on the judge to stop the purported

suspension and adjudged what the defendant has done to amounting to self help.

The plaintiff also cited a case of the Registrar trustee of the Apostolic church versus Olowoleni reported in 1990 tasking the judge to take note that when a member moves /a motion because his people are not being paid and is being suspended amount to the tyranny of the majority to silence the voice of a reasonable minority.

He also drew the attention of the judge to the case of Saidu Garuba and the Federal Civil Service commission reported in 1988 where the Supreme Court admitted that the dismissal of the plaintiff is purely an administrative act.

According to him, when the people lose confidence in any administration it amount to breach of social contract.

Counsel to the defendant, Gabriel Saliu told the judge that the lawmakers acted upon the standing rule of the Assembly.

Saliu said all cases cited by the plaintiff are not relevant to the case urging the court to disregard them.

Responding to the position of the defendant, counsel to Honourable Makama, Okutepa (SAN) said the rule of the Assembly cannot ignore section 6 of the Nigeria constitution which created the judiciary.

He said the Nigeria constitution remains supreme over any other law in the land, adding that the admission of the defendant that the action of the House was in conformity with the rule of the Assembly shows that the lawmakers have acted contrary to Nigeria constitution.

The presiding judge, Justice Olusuyi however reserved his judgement on the matter for Thursday, June 29, 2017.

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Court orders arrest of former Plateau Assembly Speaker A Jos High Court has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of a former Speaker of Plateau State House of Assembly, Mr John Dabwan.

Justice Felomina Lot gave the order after revoking bail he granted Dabwan in a case of issuance of a dud cheque in the sum of N3.8 million.

The former Speaker allegedly issued the cheque to a Jos-based businessman, Mr Theophilus Omhagie.

“The accused was granted bail in this case based on self-recognition, but he has failed to show up or send any representative.

“His refusal to come to court in this matter goes to show that the accused has no respect or regard for the court; it is indeed a slap on this honourable court.

“I hereby revoke the bail earlier granted to him and order for his immediate arrest and hand over to the nearest police station,’’ Lot said.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the prosecution had submitted that Omhagie offered services to Dabwan in 2016.

Prosecution counsel, Mr E. A. Inegbenoine, told the court that Dabwan issued a Sterling Bank cheque to Omhagie on Oct. 3, 2016.

He said that the cheque was linked to an account number, 1001389536, adding that the former Speaker instructed that the cheque should be presented on Oct. 4, 2016.

“However, on presenting the N3.8 million cheque across the counter, it turned out to be a dud cheque,’’ he said.

He said that the complainant reported the case to the police after many failed attempts to get Dabwan to pay him.

NAN reports that Dabwan appeared without any counsel on arraignment in January.

He pleaded not guilty to the charge, and was granted bail on self-recognition.

The former Speaker, however, failed to show up in court on other adjourned dates.

The case has been adjourned til June 20 for further hearing. (NAN)

Review of Communication Policy key to 2019 elections — INEC

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the review of the commission’s Communication Policy is key to addressing emerging challenges ahead of the 2019 General Elections.

INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, made the observation while declaring open a two-day workshop on the review of INEC Communication Policy on Monday in Kaduna.

Yakubu explained that while the current policy had served the Commission, the review had become imperative to better equip it for the 2019 General Elections.

“Since 2015, significant changes have taken place in the political and electoral processes that should be taken into consideration in planning for the next general elections.

“Changes such as the ongoing review of the electoral legal framework, the ever changing structure and nature of political competition and prospective expansion in the number of political parties, he use of social media and its possibilities, activities such as the nationwide all-year round Continuous Voter Registration exercise, and the de-

velopment of the Strategic Plan/Strategic Plan of Action.

“All these require the review of our communication policy in order to rise to the emerging challenges as we move towards the 2019 General Elections.”

Some of the objectives of the review of the communication policy, according to Yakubu, are to determine what works and what needs to be fine-tuned in the light of the experience gathered in implementing the policy developed in 2015.

He added that the review would also examine the extent to which the policy had enabled the commission to effectively communicate with the public.

“Thirdly, to determine the extent to which the policy has facilitated a more robust internal communication within the commission.

“Finally, appraise the effectiveness of a sustained stakeholder engagement between the commission and all relevant stakeholders,’’ he said.

Yakubu said that the more effectively INEC communicated, the more the public appreciated its works, constraints, challenges and giant strides.

The chairman added that the workshop would also explore ways of en-

hancing INEC communication policy in order to sustain engagement with stakeholders in the electoral and political processes.

He listed INEC stakeholders to include political parties, civil society organisations, the media, relevant government establishments and international development partners, among others.

Alhaji Abdullahi Kaugama, the INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Kaduna State, said that the review was necessary to ensure that the objectives of the policy were achieved.

“As it has been observed, four years after the introduction of the Communication Policy, the challenges that it set out to address are still very much with us.

“With a new Strategic Plan (2017-2021) now in place, a review of the Communication Policy has become necessary, hence the convening of this workshop,” Kaugama said.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that participants at the workshop include INEC’s RECs, administrative secretaries, directors, heads of Voter Education, publicity officers, and the media among others. (NAN)

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MDAs defy FG’s order on mandatory filing of assets Continued from page 1 The Daily Times investigation revealed that none of the MDAs has complied with the directive of the Federal Government issued by the Minister of Finance in a circular dated December 2016 which mandates all MDAs to file to the Assets Registry.

But the Bank of Industry (BOI) said that it was not under any obligation to file its assets.

The circular obtained from the Ministry of Finance titled ‘Federal Government tracks assets held

by MDAs, creates assets register,’ requested Federal Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) through their Accounting Officers to prepare an inventory of all fixed assets held as at December 31, 2016, to facilitate physical verification by the Project Team.

The aim of the Asset Tracking and Management Project (ATMProject) is to enable the government “to locate, identify, assess and evaluate all its moveable and immoveable assets, the Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, had announced.

The ministry thereafter moved ahead to open a Central Asset Register and domiciled it in the “Ministry of Finance for recording the actual quantity, value, condition and location of all the capital assets belonging to the Federal Government.

Under the International Public Sector Accounting reporting Standard (IPSAS), Government is expected to record both its assets and liabilities.

“For the first time, a central and Unified National Database of Assets (Asset Register) would be generated and maintained for the purpose of recording, tracking and managing the huge investments in capital assets owned by Government,” the Minister had explained.

The Assets Tracking and Management Project and the creation of the Assets Register were new initiatives of the Federal Ministry of Finance designed to enhance accountability, promote transparency and deepen efficiency in government.

“The Asset Tracking exercise and Register will make planning and control easier and improve

accountability for assets. With the increased allocation to capital expenditure to 30%, it is important that all assets are recorded and accounted for. Where disposals occur, they must be in line with the laid down procedures and must be transparent,” she had pointed out.

The Asset Register would afford the Government to know and monitor in real time online information on the inventory of Government Assets.

The Daily Times gathered that a Project Coordinator was appointed by the Minister of Finance in March for the immediate take-off of the Asset Tracking and Management Project and the creation of the first Central Asset Register for the Federal Government.

The circular communicating this policy position further requested all heads of MDAs “to ensure that any assets held by current and former staff are fully accounted for. In this regard, you may find it necessary to contact any former staff and/or political office holders to avail them the opportunity to return relevant assets in their possession.”

The circular emphasised that “all inventory records submitted will be cross-checked to capital releases and project account purchases to ensure completeness.

Where assets have been sold or otherwise disposed of, they must be recorded with supporting authorisation for sale and evidence of payment, where applicable.”

The circular drew the attention of Heads of MDAs to Chapter 26 of the Financial Regulations, with regards to disposals of assets and warned that “any asset not accessible for physical inspection and not disposed of in accordance with financial requirements will be deemed to have been illegally withheld or converted.

“Please record such assets so as to enable the investigative agencies to be notified,” it added.

The records of the assets disposed of should cover the last five years and all accounting officers of the MDAs were to submit their reports not later than three weeks from the date of receipt of the circular.

Six months on, Central Bank of

Nigeria, Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Bank of Industry (BOI) and others have failed to comply according to the information obtained from the Ministry of Finance.

When The Daily Times contacted BOI, one of the MDAs over the development, a State Officer with BOI, Ogo Ifeoma Akabogu, stated that BOI is not under the Ministry

of Finance and as such, was not covered by the directive.

Akabogu said: “Who owns BOI? It is under the Ministry of Trade and Investment but owned by the Ministry of Finance. The ministry whose minister was at the bank’s Annual General Meeting and signed the bank’s report cannot turn around and ask us to furnish her with our assets.

“Who told you BOI has failed to comply? Please was it the Ministry of Finance that told you BOI had failed to comply or is it under obligation to file assets report?

“BOI annual report suffices and removes any obligation from us from filing such report. If you are not satisfied, you can go to Lagos where our National Headquarters is to further your investigation.”

L-R: Minister of State for Health, Dr. Osagie Ehanire; Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole and Ambassador of Republic of Southern Sudan, Mr. Paul Molong-Akaro, during the Ambassador’s courtesy visit to the Minister of Health in Abuja… on Tuesday.

Nigeria’s oil production to hit 1.8mbpd ÏÏÏ as Shell officially announces lift on Focardos force majeure OpeOluwani Akintayo

ÏÏÏ Nigeria’s oil production is set to hit 1.8 million barrels per day, as Royal Dutch Shell has lifted force majeure on exports on Forcados crude oil.

Force majeure is a legal declaration that means the operator cannot fulfill a contract due to circumstances outside its control.

According to a statement issued by the company on Wednesday, Nigeria’s oil exports is now back fully for the first time in 16 months since its shutdown.

This confirms earlier two reports by The Daily Times hinting about a hush-hush loading and exporting of crude oil from the pipeline, and that Nigeria had issued a loading plan for Focardos which could push exports to about 15-months high this month.

As usual, Forcados will be exporting between 200,000-240,000 barrels per day (bpd), bringing Nigeria to around the 1.8 millionbpd.

Once the country hits its 1.8mbpd target then, it would be joining the Organisation for Petroleum Exporting Countries, OPEC, output cut.

Nigeria and Libya were exempted from making the output cut due to political instability in Libya, and pipeline vandalism by militants in Nigeria’s Niger Delta.

OPEC producers agreed last month to extend output cuts of about 1.8 million bpd until March 2018.

Forcados had been under force majeure since February 2016 after a militant attack on the main export route, the Trans Forcados

Pipeline.

In our earlier report, The Daily Times gathered that TFS resumed sometime between May 15 and 20, 2017, but most companies involved have been quiet about it.

The facility is being operated

by Shell, and ten Nigerian independents: Seplat, Elcrest, Shoreline, Neconde, Shell Petroleum Development Company, Pan Ocean, NDWestern, Pillar, Midwestern, Energia and Platform.

Until it was shut down in February 2016, Forcados was the only pipeline through which the likes of Seplat, Elcrest, Shoreline, Neconde, Pan Ocean and NDWestern, exported their products.

However, the likes of Pillar Oil, Midwestern, Energia and Platform Oil, used it as a secondary export line.

peacefully in Northern Nigeria.

It would be recalled that a coalition of northern youth groups on Tuesday declared that the north could no longer coexist with the Igbo. The group issued a three months ultimatum to all the Igbos residing in northern part of the country to leave.

The declaration was jointly signed by various groups which include Arewa Citizens Action for Change, Arewa Youth Consultative Forum, Arewa Youth

Development Foundation, Arewa Students Forum and Northern Emancipation Network, but it is unclear if known officials of any of the groups actually signed the document.

However, Chairman, Northern Youth Vanguard (NYV), Mr. Habib Olanipekun, has called on the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Ibrahim Idris, to investigate statement ultimatum by a coalition of northern youth groups asking Igbos to leave the north within three months.

You are safe in the North, FG assures Ndigbo Continued from page 5 to the development on Wednesday advised the youths of Igbo extraction living in the Northern part of the country to go on their normal business with no fear or favour.

Speaking through its President, Chief Odozi Nwaodozi, the Ohaneze Ndigbo condemned what he described as “Arewa Youth xenophobic attack on the Igbos.

He recalled that the Igbos

had in the history of Nigeria suffered ethnic disparity and developmental neglect that has prompted the call for the balance and equitable sharing of the nation’s resources.

Also, a pro- democracy and non-governmental organisation, Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA), has asked the international community to hold President Muhammadu Buhari responsible should the Northern youths make good their violent threats

to sack Igbo from Northern states.

In a statement Jointly endorsed by the National Coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko, and the National Media Affairs Director, Miss Zainab Yusuf, HURIWA said it has written to major embassies in Nigeria calling the attention of the global community to the wellorchestrated plot backed by the political hawks in the North to wage another campaign of genocide against the Igbo residing

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Editorial Nigeria and physically challenged citizens

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ast Saturday, December 3 the world marked the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The annual event, aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilise support for the dignity, rights and well being of persons with disabilities. It, also, seeks to emphasise the gains that come from the integration of such persons in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life.

The theme for this year’s celebration is: “ Achieving 17 Goals for the Future We Want”. This theme notes the recent adoption of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the role of these goals in building a more inclusive and equitable world for persons with disabilities.

Moreover, it points out how physically challenged persons are excluded from society by promoting the removal of all types of barriers, including those relating to the physical environment, information and communications technology (ICT), or attitudinal barriers.

It is estimated that one billion people living with disabilities worldwide face many barriers to inclusion in many key aspects of society. As a result, they do not enjoy access to society on an equal basis with others, which includes areas of transportation, employment, and education as well as social and political participation. According to statistics from the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Social development (FMWASD), there are more than 20 million Nigerians living with one form of disability or the other. Definitely, these Nigerians have the right to participate in public life in order to reduce inequalities in the society. It is therefore imperative for the government to empower the physically challenged in the society.

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There is no denying that when people are empowered they are better prepared to take advantage of opportunities, they become change agents and can more readily embrace their civic responsibilities. Despite being a signatory to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), successive Nigerian governments have continued to place the least emphasis on the welfare of those with disabilities.

For example, our roads and highways do not have dedicated lanes for persons with disabilities. In addition, vehicles and high-rise buildings lack facilities for the physically challenged to access them easily. The plight of the disabled is even more pathetic when it comes to their families and communities as many are regarded as source of shame, even as they are treated as objects of charity by the larger society. Even the few vocational institutes set up for them by the various levels of government are ill-equipped and ill-maintained; so it is no surprise that many of them end up on the streets as beggars while others turn to drugs and other socially unacceptable practices for means of livelihood.

A country’s development is measured by its attitude towards the physically challenged population.

This is why we applaud the Senate for passing the Bill to prohibit Discrimination against persons with disability”. This will not only protect the interests of this discriminated section of society, but also restore their dignity. Signing the bill into law will reaffirm their faith in themselves and most especially in their country, Nigeria.

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STATEMENTS BY THOSE WHO MATTER

Goodluck Jonathan

Matthew Ashimolowo

Julius Nyerere

“Nobody’s political ambition is worth the blood of any Nigerian”.

“If you must make a difference in life, then change your mind set”.

“Independence cannot be real if a nation depends upon gifts.”

News 14 Ibe Uwaleke The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN has affirmed that it is obvious there is a strong condemnation of corruption by the international community, insisting what remains to be done is the global collaboration to enhance asset recovery and return of stolen asset to the victim state.

Salihu Othman Isah, special adviser on Media and Publicity to the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice hinted in a statement that the Minister revealed this at the Conference on Promoting International Cooperation in Combating Illicit Financial Flows (IFF) and Enhancing Asset Recovery to Foster Sustainable Development held at Aso Rock Villa on Tuesday.

Malami who chaired the Day 2, Session Four, of the conference gave highlights on the concerted efforts made by the Federal Government in the fight against corruption and the cooperation of the international community in the recovery of looted assets and assets returns.

The international community demonstrated by United Nations Commission Against Corruption (UNCAC) is a strong denunciation of corruption and by extension Illicit Financial Flows (IFF).

However, the zeal accompanying asset recovery has not always been matched by the same ambition and urgency for ass et return due to a myriad of factors in both requesting and re-

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Malami, Minister/AGF quested states. Tension has been growing between developed countries that received stolen asset and requesting states who are asking for their stolen assets to be returned unconditionally.

Panelists at the session examined the mechanism by which operation could be enhanced and measures to facilitate and ease recovery of stolen assets back to the origin. They were;

Oliver Stolpe, UNODC/Star Initiative, Vienna, Austria, Ekpo Nta - Chairman, ( ICPC), Antonio Tricarico, Director, Re-Common Italy and Prof.

Bolaji Owasanoye ,Executive Secretary, Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption. (PACAC).

One of the panelists, Mr Oliver Stolpe who recounted many Conferences members of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) had attended in Nigeria, said that the conference is unique and different from all because it centred on assets recovery.

Stolpe commended Nigerian government on its far reaching efforts towards recovery of stolen assets, adding that Nigeria is on the lead and as an example for other countries championing the course for the illicit asset recovery.

He said though progress towards assets recovery is slow, Nigerian government has not shown any form of frustration but had continued to push on in the course for assets recovery.

He stated that Nigeria has an effective legal framework and would need the global agenda forward.

Speaking on the resolution of assets returns, chairman of ICPC, Mr. Ekpo Nta explained that the origin of illicit stolen asset when compared to things like narcotics, embezzlement of public funds that goes out of the country, must be treated right from the origin.

According to him, assets recovering could not only be money, but of works of arts that had been taken away out of the country.

He therefore called for the need not only to return the stolen assets, but also importantly to ensure the management of future assets.

“One of the areas that should be looked at is the return of funds from outside the country and to ensure that the funds would be adequately utilized in Nigeria”, he surmized.

On his part, Mr Rotimi Oladele in his contribution, noted that businesses registered as unlimited are used by the owners as conduit pipes to divert stolen monies to banks.

He therefore suggested that Cooperate Affairs Commission (CAC) should ensure that the unlimited list businesses by particular corporate body should become more limited.

“Rather than somebody who is in the business of oil and gas, will be able to divert stolen money to banks and importation of papers for printing business because it covers more than it’s prospective” He also called for increased media participation in the exposure and the protection of whistle blowers which must come in to clear the air, so that people with good information will be confident enough to bring them to the public.

Metal Africa Steel dragged to court over N16.5billion debt Peter Fowoyo Unless a Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos decides otherwise, a limited liability company, Metal Africa Steel Products Limited may pay N16.5billion over alleged debt to a consortium of four banks, through their Trustee,United Capital Trustees Limited, and Receiver/Manager Gbenga Akinde -Peters In an affidavit sworn to by a litigation officer, Mr Segun Omoshola and filed before the court by a Lagos lawyer Barrister Temilolu Adamolekun, the deponent averred that,Metal Africa Steel Product Limited has a bank /Customer relationship with, Ecobank Nigeria Limited, Access Bank Plc, First Monument Bank Plc and Guaranty Trust bank who are jointly referred to as lenders.

In the course of the Company’s relationship with the banks (lenders ),the banks availed several facilities to the Company between November 2012 and June 2015,the facilities were drawn down and utilized by the company.

In order to secure the various loan facilities, the lenders and the company agreed to the creation of a charge over the assets of the company by way of a Trust Deed to secure the credit facilities granted by all the lenders together with interest thereon.

Pursuant to the above agreement the lenders appointed United Capital Trustees Limited as

the Trustee to act on their behalf in respect of their interest in the Security /charge securing their respective exposures to the company.

As security for the various loan facilities granted to the Company by all the lenders, the defendant executed a duly registered deed of all assets Debenture in favour of United Capital Trustees Limited.

However, the Company was alleged to have failed to liquidate the facilities which have continued to accrue interest.

The company ‘s indebtedness to the lenders stood as follows: Access Bank :N9,278,404,445.00 Ecobank :N6,257,203,229.21 First City Monument bank:N441,700,000.

Guarranty Trust bank Plc :N618,004,854.73, Consequently, the outstanding indebtedness of the company to all the lenders as at 31st January, 2017.stood at a total sum of N 16,595,312,528.94.

Mr Omosohola averred further that despite the lenders several letters of demand, the company has failed to liquidate its indebtedness which has adversely affected the lenders business who are custodian of third parties/ Stakeholders funds.

Consequently, pursuant to the deed of all assets Debenture the Plaintiff appointed Mr Gbenga Akinde-Peters as Receiver/Manager.

Upon the appointment of the Receiver/Manager,Mr Akinde -Peters is statutorily empowered

by law to take charge and remain in exclusive possession and control of the property and assets of the company in respect of which he was appointed as a Receiver.

Consequently the company and its Director may likely obstruct, hinder and interfere with the powers vested in the Receiver / Manager as contain in the deed of all Assets Debenture. Therefore the plaintiffs is urging the court to declare that the receiver/ manager appointed by United Capital Trustees, Mr Gbenga Akinde -Peters over the assets of the company ,particularly but not limited to all the assets of the company at km 16 Ikorodu -Sagamu Road, Ewe Jagun, Ogun -State, is entitled to exercise all his power and

perform all his duties as receiver/ manager.

The plaintiff is also urging the court to declare that upon the appointment of Mr Gbenga AkindePeters as receiver the company and its Director or its agents have no right, power or authority to deal in any manner whatsoever with the assets of the company.

Meanwhile in a notice of Preliminary objection filed before the court on behalf of the company by Barrister Niyi Olopade, the company is urging the court to dismiss the suit on the ground that, the leave of the court was not sought and obtained before filling the suit.

Justice Babs Kiewumi has adjourned till September 28, 2017 for hearing.

Man asks court to divorce wife over lesbianism, threat to life A businessman, Augustine Anyia, on Tuesday has approached an Agege Customary Court to dissolve his seven-year-old marriage to his wife, Nneka, over lack of care, lesbianism and threat to his life.

Augustine, a father of two, resides at Kolawole Adekunle St., Ajah, Lagos. “ My wife is quarrelsome and quick to violence, especially when she demands for money or anything and l don’t respond to her on time,’’ he said.

He further told the court that he married the respondent after six months of courtship on his return from the United States.

“There has been no peace of mind in this marriage: She is a party freak and does not have any iota of respect for me,’’ he said.

The petitioner also alleged that the respondent engages in lesbianism with her friends.

“I see all sorts of pictures of naked women with my wife sent to my phone by her friends and informing me about their acts of lesbianism and asking me to stay away from her,’’ he said.

The petitioner told the court that on two different occasions, he moved out of his house over continuous threats to his life.

“Whenever we have any misunderstanding, she always threatens to kill me.

“The stress is unbearable; there is no longer peace of mind in this loveless marriage,” he said.

The petitioner also alleged that his wife reported him at a police station and when he was summoned, the respondent demanded to be paid off by her husband as she was fed up with the marriage.

“My wife demanded for a sum of N5 million, a car, N100,000 monthly allowance for the children and to be responsible for the children’s school fees. “ l agreed to these and I gave her all that she requested for,’’ he said.

She moved out of the house sometimes in October 2016 and had refused me access to the children till date.

The petitioner, who described his wife as “a troublesome and mischievous person” pleaded with the court to dissolve the marriage because he was no longer interested in the union.

He also prayed the court to grant him access to his two children.

The respondent, Nneka was, however absent in court during the proceedings in court

Sodomy: Businessman in court for allegedly raping 23-year old A 31-year-old businessman, Louise Nesiama, who allegedly raped a 23-year-old man, has been docked before Magistrate Omolade Amope of a an Ikeja Magistrate Court sitting in Ogba.

Nesiama, who gave no fixed address, is facing a two-count charge of a breach of the peace and rape.

The prosecutor, Insp. Ezekiel Ayorinde, had told the court that the accused committed the offences on March 9 at about 11.00 p.m. at Excel Hotel, Opebi in Ikeja, Lagos.

According to him, the accused raped the complainant (name withheld) through his anus without consent.

He said that the accused, under the pretext of helping the complainant who is a security guard in the same church he attends to secure a better job, had invited him over to the hotel.

“The complainant said that Nesiama had always shown concern about his welfare by asking how he was doing

whenever he sees him in church and gives him money.

“He also promised to help the complaint in his bid to further his education.”

The prosecutor alleged that the complainant on getting to the hotel room; was asked to take off his clothes and immediately snapped him without his consent.

Ayorinde said that the accused threatened the complainant that if he refused to have sex with him, he will publish and show his nude pictures to their pastor and everyone.

“Out of fear of being sacked, l agreed to his threat and he had carnal sex with me through the anus.’’

Ayorinde said the accused was later apprehended by the police.

The prosecutor said the offences contravened Sections 166 and 259 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2011.

Magistrate Omolade Awope granted him N200,000 bail on the orders of an Ikeja Magistrates’ Court.

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Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal of Sokotostate has undertaken to offset the medical expenses of Maryam Abubakar, a Sokoto indigene suffering from cancer and presently receiving treatment at an Indian hospital.

Her case has gone viral under the hashtag SUPPORTMARYAM and elicited various online donations from good Samaritans who sympathized with her plight.

Announcing his intention in Sokoto to offset the bill, Tambuwal, who spoke through his special adviser on media and public affairs, Malam Imam Imam, also urged the people, especially the Muslim faithful, to pray for the success of the impending surgery and eventual recovery.“Maryam is one of us and everything possible will be done by the state government to ensure her full recovery,” he said.

The patient, a staff nurse at the state Specialist Hospital, is an indigene of Gilbadi village of Gada Local Government Area of the state.

She was diagnosed with liver cancer in India in 2016 and requires the sum of four million Naira (N4,000,000) for a definitive and life-saving surgery where the diseased part of the liver will be removed.

Speaking in Sokoto, one of the promoters of the SUPPORTMARYAM appeal, Dr. Auwal Ahmed, commended Tambuwal for the gesture, and prayed to God to ensure her quick recovery.”The Governor has intervened in other areas for citizens in need of help. This is commendable and we pray to God to reward him,” he added.

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We are facing extinction, Ijaw community cries out Isaac Olamikan, Warri

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The people of Kokodiagbene, an Ijaw community situated in Gbaramatu kingdom in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State have raised an alarm that they are facing extinction as a result of erosion that is ravaging their community.

Chairman of the community, Sheriff Mulade, raised the alarm on the occasion of a sensitisationprogramme to commemorate the ‘World Environment Day.’ The programme was organised by the Centre for Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ).

He admonished the Federal and Delta state govern-

ments plus intervention agencies to come to the aid of the community and save the people of the area from being sacked by erosion.

“This great oil and gas producing community is being washed off.

“Where we are to save the community from extinction was awarded by NDDC in 2002 but was abandoned.

“It was reawarded and abandoned again thereby leaving the people and community at risk of extinction.

“The community waterfront has been washed away. The entire community is being pushed back because the main island of the community has been washed away,” Mulade lamented.

Cross-section of congregation, during the 41st Adult Harvest of Celestial Church of Christ, Hephzibah Parish, Lagos… recently.

RIWAMA Sole Administrator solicits collective efforts in keeping Rivers state clean AmakaAgbu, Port Harcourt

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the rest of the world to commemorate the 2017 World Environment Day, the Sole Administrator of the Rivers State Waste Management Agency, RIWAMA, Chief Felix Obuah, has stated that the business of keeping the State clean was a collective responsibility of all.

Chief Obuah who is also the state Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in his goodwill message to Rivers people on the occasion of 2017 World Environ-

ment Day, urged them to use the occasion of this year’s event to rededicate themselves to the cause of protecting our Godgiven environment.

The RIWAMA boss said it would be appropriate for all those living and doing business in the State to preserve the natural endowments across the State, in line with the theme of the 2017 World Environment Day which is ‘Connecting People to Nature’, by keeping the environment clean and healthy.

He said the time was ripe for positive environment action, adding that the current efforts by

Governor NyesomWike to restore the Garden City status of the State must be complemented through safe cleaning habit by all and sundry.

“For us to appreciate the focus of the 2017 World Environment Day, all hands must be on deck to ensure that all the nooks and crannies of the State are kept clean.

“We would achieve this through conscious efforts to clean our indoors, outdoors and the entire environment. When we do this, we would walk out into nature and truly appreciate the beauty and importance of our God-given environment,”

Obuah said.

The RIWAMA Sole Administrator appealed to residents and people doing business in the State to ensure that the gutters, canals, and other water ways in the state were free of debris to allow for the free flow of water.

He further urged residents to desist from dumping their refuse indiscriminately or at the median, but endeavour to dispose them at approved receptacles, calling on Service providers registered with the Agency to ensure they disposed refuse only at approved dumping sites.

RTEAN Debunks Arrest of Members Over Oshodi Mayhem Oguntade Ismaila

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the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN), Lagos chapter has debunked media reports of the arrest of its members over the mayhem that erupted in Oshodi area of the state, following the murder of a leader of Motorcycle Operators’ Association of Lagos State (MOALS) in Oshodi, Alhaji Rasaq Bello last week.

A section of the media had reported that some leaders of the association and that of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has been arrested by Lagos State Taskforce on Environmental and Special Offence over the death of Alhaji Rasaq Bello popularly known as Hamburger, allegedly killed last Monday during the councillorship primaries of the All Progressive Congress (APC).

They had quoted a release by the head, public affairs unit of the Lagos state taskforce, Adebayo Taofeek which stated that different warring factional leaders of the national Union of Road transport workers (NURTW) and Road transport Employers Association of Nigeria trying to foment trouble around the Oshodi area with their supporters have been arrested and were presently with the state Commissioner of Police.

Taofeek, in the release identified the arrested notorious NURTW and RTEAN warring factional leaders at Oshodi by the operatives of the Lagos State Task Force to include ‘Taloo’ ‘Alayoo’ and ‘Ijee’.

It reads in part, “The Chairman disclosed further that different warring factional leaders of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) and Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) trying to foment trouble around Mafoluku, Shogunle, Sadiku, Ladipo and Oshodi with their supporters have been arrested and were presently with the Lagos State Commissioner of Police Mr. Fatai Owoseni for interrogations.

Arrested notorious NURTW and RTEAN warring factional leaders at Oshodi by the operatives of the Lagos State Task Force includes ‘Taloo’ ‘Alayoo’ and ‘Ijee.’”

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WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY: Making hard choice between firewood/charcoal economy and our Green Environments Research-experts at the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) say the alarming rate at which the highforest woodlands are disappearing calls for a full-range counter-force, if Nigeria will not become another Mexico, Arizona or Peru in the next few decades, writes Ikechukwu Okanimee The high-forests and their mobile as well as immobile reserves have not known neither peace, continuity nor expansion since the invention and introduction of the automated and mechanised saw into the wood industry sector of the economy. With this high-technology, the work-thirsty prospectors of the infamous fire-wood and charcoal economy have continued to devastate, degrade and ferret out the green environment and the entire eco system reserves which species already are at great danger of extinction.

For high-definition, the Firewood and Charcoal Economy, so-called is unrelenting and indiscriminate mass-felling of trees which is subjugated to form firewood and charcoal for rash.

Two research-experts of the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), who spoke to The Daily Times in confidence, revealed that the alarming rate at which the high-forest woodlands efface calls for a detailed full-range counter-force, if Nigeria will not end-up becoming another Mexico, Arizona or Peru in the next few decades – and this calls for immediate action!

While efforts made to get the President of the Nigerian Conservation Foundation, Chief Phillip Asiodu to comment on this teething issue failed, stakeholders however berate poachers for their involvement in this ugly development. They berate this unfortunate attack on Nature by man and regret that the trend is not only in Nigerian outfit, it touches every high-forest with woodland reserves all over the world, citing the Amazon Forest Basin (the world’s largest and thickest forestland) as a serious reference.

Recently, the chairman of Forestry Association of Nigeria (FAN) raised an alarm over the furious and long practice of unethical forest exploitation tactics, which have caused great damage to the forest reserve, especially in the last 30 years. Interestingly, the world timber producers’ visit to Nigeria a few years back, confirms that environmental experts fear that Nigerian Forests are inching towards extinct forestland; as it identifies succinctly that it found the forest belts of West Africa, which includes Nigeria to be disappearing at alarming rate.

Chief Augustine Ezeanya, a wood dealer based in Lagos told The Daily Times he fears the indiscriminate felling of trees without replanting, and rea-

Women woodworkers in parts of Africa

soned that it takes mechanised saw less than an hour or two to fell a huge tree with massive trunk, but such trees take hundreds of years to develop and mature.

Environmental analysts and climate watchers warn against this showmanship of deforestation culture and say it is a grave puzzle how poachers continually fell trees from a forestland until no mature tree is found standing, thereby turning such virgin vegetation into a Belukha to becoming a desert later. They do not even spare the baby trees of the savannah forest. Stakeholders therefore appeal to poachers stop the indiscriminate felling of trees in the urban, rural areas and the high-forest zones.

Again, the major forces that strangulate growth of forests arrears have need for alternative to fossil-fuel i.e. woodfuel in the form of firewood or woodcharcoal! The Federal Government of

Nigeria (FGN) through its parastatals and agents, like the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) have not been helping matters, by its recent deregulation and Oil & Gas price subsidy removal on petroleum products – kerosene, gas and gasoline, etc; paving way for incredible demand for firewood and wood-charcoal, by the majority of the populace who often resort to using firewood and charcoal. This is the cause of firewood economy – involving the infamous practice of forest and wild-life devastation, exterminations and degradation. The use of biomass for fuel, for instance impacts dangerously on biodiversity, they concluded.

Investigation by Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) has shown that within the last few years, about 30 – 45 trucks carrying between 5 to 7 metric tons of charcoal and firewood enter Nigeria’s mega cities and megalopolis of

Charcoal in high demand for small businesses and domestic use

Lagos, Abuja and Kano, respectively, and on daily basis. “They bring in these forest products from woodlands of Okomu forest reserves in Edo State which, until recently, harboured some of the richest and relatively undisturbed high forest ecosystems in West Africa – endowed with rare biodiversity of international significance,” a top official of the Foundation said, and pointed out further that other forests that supply wood products to prospectors include Eruwa, Igbo-Ora, Shaki, Iseyin, Ore, Owo, Iwo, AgboniKaka, Igbobazua (Edo State) and Itu in (Cross River State), etc.

“From Middle-Belt woodlands, a good supply of truckloads of firewood and charcoal enter Abuja, Kano, Kaduna, Jos, Markurdi, Enugu and Suleja, etc.

From Omo – Forest Reserve in Ijebu Central Plantations – J3, J4 and J6, as well as from Ondo–Ore axis are the forbidden commodities brought into Lagos.”

NCF fumes at these extremities and externalities seeing danger ahead, if not checkmated on time. Every cause generates consequences, latent with control or even prevention from the very start, they said; implying that while Global Warning and its attendant Climate Change threats are intensifying, reaching their tipping points or crisis points, the escalation of the unethical and indiscriminate felling of trees is a pump whose environmental cost is unquantifiable – touching on environmental hazards, such as soilerosion via soil-devastation and degradation consequent on mass-stripping of plant and trees from the soil, leaving the area bare to leaching for erodibility.

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Group demands thorough probe of Hamburger’s death Oguntade Ismaila and Olawale Rotimi The last has definitely not been heard of the gruesome murder of a popular leader of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in Shogunle area of Lagos, Alhaji Rasak Bello, popularly known as “Hamburger.”

Until his gruesome murder, Hamburger was a chieftain of the All Progressives Party (APC) and head of the Motorcycle Operators’ Association of Lagos State (MOALS).

On Monday, a group of APC members in Oshodi, protested the killing of Hamburger, demanding prompt and immediate justice on the murder. The group also alleged that there was a grand design to cover up the real perpetrators of the murder.

Under the aegis of Concerned Oshodi APC Faithfuls, the group marched round Bolade, Shogunle and Ladipo areas of the locality calling for justice - especially from the leadership of the party in the state, the state government and law enforcement agents.

A leader of the group, Pa. Seriki Adebisi, who claimed he was a stone throw away from the spot of the incident, told reporters that there was a grand design to cover up the real cause of the death of the union leader.

“It was an unfortunate thing that Hamburger died the way he did. I was on the street when the whole crisis started. I can boldly tell you that one of Hamburger’s boys mistakenly shot him.

“What I observed was that the vest Hamburger wore that day was the same that Samson (Golden) wore. Hamburger and his boys came in two Jeeps to the place and one of his boys pulled out his gun and aimed it at him, mistaking him for Samson.

“We want the police and other agencies of the state to dig deep into the cause of the crisis and the death of Hamburger, and not listen to the various fake news and reports coming from all quarters,” Pa Adebisi said.

Another leader of the group named Bashy, rejected the view that Hamburger was killed at Ago Owu as being reported in some quarters.

According to him, Hamburger was shot dead at Simbi Street and

Bolaji Ariyo

Late Rasak Bello

Hamburger (right) with some of his boys before the incident

not at Ago Owu as being claimed.

Giving his own account, Bashy said on that day, “Hamburger came with two vehicles loaded with his boys into the area which is different from where he used to cast his vote. When Golden called Hamburger to know what was wrong, one of his (Hamburger’s) boys aimed at him, but unfortunately it caught Hamburger and that was it.”

Some protesters also alleged that

a policeman also allegedly fired Hamburger which also aided his death. One Shayo Ayokusibe told our reporter that apparently wanting to disperse the surging miscreants, the police deployed to the scene took aim at the feuding parties and the bullet also reportedly hit Hamburger.

Meanwhile, residents of Ladipo, Shogunle and environs have been assured that the perpetrators of the killing of Alhaji Rasak Bello

would be found and brought to Justice.

Former Chairman of the Oshodi/Isolo Local Government Area, Mr Bolaji Ariyo, gave this assurance at the burial of Alhaji Rasak Bello.

Speaking with our correspondent, Ariyo described the deceased as a peaceful politician that had affected people within his environ positively.

“Government will not sit and

watch such act or persons go free, we will act on this to bring perpetrators to book,” he assured.

APC leader of Ward E1, Shogunle-Oshodi, Mrs Otete Abiola, lamented that the vacuum the death of Hamburger had created cannot be filled in a hurry. “Hamburger is a helper, he supports the needy in the community, he was peace loving, we are still shocked that he is gone now, what is our fate going to be now?”

In the same vein, a member of NURTW and All Progressives Congress APC, Mr Adedigba Adepegba, who luckily escaped being lynched during the primaries, also appealed to the appropriate agencies to provide security during and after the Local Government elections.

The Daily Times gathered however that after the burial rites of Alhaji Bello aggrieved members of the party and loyalists to the deceased took to the streets for a peaceful protest around Shogunle to Oshodi amidst tight security.

Concerned residents who are also mourning the killing of Hamburger told The Daily Times that there is no presence of uniformed men from Ladipo through to Shogunle.

They expressed their fears, noting that some thugs are taking advantage of the situation to harass residents, while okada riders were seen carrying passengers with green leaves in front f their bikes.

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Mystery of 70-yr-old palm-wine tapper beheaded in Lagos Stories by Joy Anyim Detectives of the Lagos State Police Command Panti, (SCIID squad) Yaba, are currently investigating circumstances surrounding the arrest of one Folorunsho Sowedo.

The 31-years-old indigene of Badagry in Badagry Local Government Area was alleged to have killed a 70-year-old Ghanaian identified as Mensah Seth on May 26th, 2017.

Information made available to our Correspondent revealed that Mensah who was a palm-wine tapper in Badagry was found dead with his head and hands chopped off at Komeh bush in the same area.

A friend of the deceased, Sunday Offiong who spoke to The Daily Times said while he was searching for Mensah whom he later found dead, he had seen Folorunsho who had blood stains on his trouser close to the bush. Offiong immediately accused Folorunsho of the murder and with help of neighbours, the suspect was rounded up and taken to the Badagry Police Division and subsequently transferred to SCIID. Recalling the hours preceding the act: “On that fateful day, my friend who is a neighbour and a palmwine tapper had left the house in his usual manner at 5 am. Usually, he would return between 9am and 9:30am. On that day, however, he didn’t return. About 11 am, I told

my wife I needed to go and search for Mensah because I have a feeling something had gone wrong.

“I shouted his name severally at the bush area but there was no response. I decided to go back home to know if he had taken another way home while I was coming to the bush. Surprisingly, when I got home, he hadn’t returned. I waited for about one hour again and then headed back to the bush for an intensive search.

“My fear was that probably he had fallen off a tree and needed help since he was very old. So I started calling his name louder and intensified my search. I was however shocked when I stumbled on his lifeless body, his head had been cut off as well as his hands. I started screaming and ran out to call for help. Meanwhile, when I was heading into the bush, I saw Florunsho wearing a very rough cloth with blood stains. So immediately my mind went to the possibility of him being responsible for Mensah’s death, so I ran after him. I stopped him and confronted him but he denied it so I called on passersby to intervene in the matter. They insisted we take him to the police station which we did. The police late came to the bush to convey the remains of Mensah to the Mogue.

“All I am calling on the police to do is to investigate the death of such an old man who have spent over 40 years of his life in Nigeria.”

In his defence, Folorunsho has

maintained that he knows nothing about the death of the deceased.

According to the suspect, he had only gone to Badagry to visit his mother before he was caught by the police.

Looking confused and short of words, Folorunsho managed to tell how he found himself in the police net.

His story: “Things have been very difficult for me since last year after I lost the small job I was doing at a factory in Agbara. Since then, I have been feeding from hand to mouth. Sometimes I even pick things from waste to eat. I had only gone to Badagry to visit my mother and ask for some sort of assistance when they alleged that I had beheaded someone. The person in question, I have never seen my whole life.”

On the blood stains on his trousers, the suspect said “The jeans trouser is not even mine. I had only picked it from a dust bin around that area, washed it and wore it that day only for them to say it was blood stains. The trouser was partially wet with some stains from the waste where I picked it from and they just assumed it was blood. I did not kill anyone, I am innocent of what I am been accused of,” he maintained.

A close source at the SCIID who spoke in confidence said the case was transferred to them on May 30th, 2017 and is under investigation.

Folorunsho

The deceased killed my son, he paid for his sin – says murder suspect

Babatunde

Policemen attached to the EbuteEro Police Division have arrested one Babatunde Sulaimon over the murder of one Ahmed on June 5th 2017.

Preliminary investigations revealed that Babatunde and Ahmed used to be leaders of two notorious cult groups that had terrorised residents of Ilorin in Kwara State over the last few years.

It was learnt that during a clash between the rival cult groups in 2015, Ahmed had killed the two months old son of Babatunde before relocating to Lagos.

Babatunde, in his defence, told the Homicide Section of the Sate Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (SCIID), Panti, Yaba, that the killing of Ahmed wasn’t intentional but then he had to pay for his crime.

Speaking with so much regret and pain, 24-years-old Babatunde recalled when he and the deceased

used to live at Ilorin. “When we were there, we were leaders of two rival cult groups. In 2015, there was a serious misunderstanding between my group and his. He led his cult group to my house to attack me but I was not at home that night.

“Unfortunately, my wife and my two months old baby were in; they spared my wife but brutally murdered my son. It was something I couldn’t forgive him.

“I searched for him and his boys everywhere, but to no avail. At that time I wanted to pay him back in his own coin but unfortunately he ran out of town.

“Two years after, January 2017 to be precise, I relocated from Ilorin to Lagos. I became a new person and started life afresh. But to my greatest surprise, while I was going to my place of business on the Island at about 10 am, I saw Ahmed, walking along Carter Bridge. I was shocked and quickly rushed to Oke-Arin called my friend and told

them I had seen the killer of my son.

They immediately joined me and we ran after him, caught him and took him to a lonely path close to the Lagoon. I did not want him beaten up but other people who came around, heard my story insisted we give him a beating of his life. He was beaten mercilessly and someone among the crowd pushed him into the Lagoon.

“It was at this point that the crowd started dispersing. I was pained and tried to rescue him but then passersby had gone to report to the Police at Ebute-Ero police Division. They arrested me and said I killed Ahmed.

But the truth is that he first killed my son and I feel he paid for his sin,” he explained.

The police authority said although the remains of Ahmed is yet to be recovered from the Lagoon, effort is ongoing to fish out Babatunde’s accomplices after which he will be charged to court for murder after investigation is concluded.

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AIM AND OBJECTIVE: TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION.

SIGNED: ILEVBARE JOSHUA

SIGNED: SECRETARY

STARSMAKERS ENTREPRENEURSHIP INITIATIVE

COVENANT WORD DELIGHT CHURCH INTERNATIONAL

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

THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART ‘’C’’ OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT 1999 THE TRUSTEES ARE 1, ISHAYA KENNETH DANGANA 2, MRS FAITH ISHAYA DANGANA 3, KABOSHIYO DAVID AVONGS 4, KENNETH UCHENNA NDIELI 5, EMMANUEL ZACHARIA AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. PREACHING THE WORD OF GOD AS CONTAINED IN THE BIBLE. 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

SOFTWARE TESTING AND CERTIFICATION ORGANIZATION OF NIGERIA

EPHPHATHA MIRACLE REVIVAL MINISTRY

THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT 1990 THE TRUSTEES ARE: (1) EMMANUEL INEGBEDION - CHAIRMAN (2) ODÜNAYO ADESOKAN MOSES - SECRETARY (3) ADEDAMOLA TOLANI (4) ADESANYA TOLANI (5) USMAN ABDUL JALIL THE AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. TO SUPPORT THE GROWTH AND PROMOTION OF SOFTWARE TESTING, TRAIN PROFESSIONALS, EDUCATE NON- TESTERS AND ORGANIZATIONS IN NIGERIA. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL OF CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION MAITAMA ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION SIGNED: NORA ANORUO

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

THE BOROH FOUNDATION

TRUSTEES: 1. BOROH PAULA TARIEBI 2-OLANIYI ABRAHAM OLADEPO 3-MARYAM USMAN 4-JUWAYREEYAH AHMED SULLAYMAN 5-UCHENNA OZONYIA 6-FARIDA ABDUL-RAZAQ 7-ANOSI OLUMEKOR.

KINGDOM BRIDE BIBLE CHURCH INTERNATIONAL

AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. GROOMING NEW SETS OF GENERATIONAL CHANGE MAKERS THAT WILL PREACH AND PRACTICE FREE ENTERPRISE STARTING FROM PRIMARY SCHOOL

THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES ARE: 1. TO PROMOTE PEACE, MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING AND DISCIPLINE AMONG MEMBERS. 2. TO IMPROVE THE WELFARE OF THE MEMBERS.

TRUSTEES: 1. REV. LAWRENCE IGWE- NATIONAL PRESIDENT. 2. BARR./MRS TOCHUKWU EZEOKEKE- SECRETARY/LEGAL ADVISER 3. EVANG EMMANUEL BONIFACE. 4. EVANG SAVINGGRACE OGUEKUSI- NAT’L PUBLICITY SECRETARY 5. DR. NEBEOLISA EZEOKEKE- MEDICAL COORDINATOR. 6.REV. CHINEDU EKWENYE

AFEMAI PROFESSIONALS AND ELITES ASSOCIATION

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. KUSHIMO OLUGBENGA 2. OYEDELE OLUSEGUN SESAN 3. JUMOKE AKINFOLARIN 4. AKINFOLARIN BABATUNDE MIKE

THE TRUSTEES ARE: IKWUETOGHU, EMEKA CASMIR OFFORBIKE PATRICK CHUKWU, OKECHUKWU PAUL ESANGBEDO SYLVESTER OPARA COSMOS

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.

SIGN: BARR. EMMANUEL NNAEMEKA OKEAKPU. 08036258776

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

THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED ASSOCIATION HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS -ACT, 2004.

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

SIGNED: SECRETARY

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

HONDA ARENA MOTOR SPARE PARTS DEALERS ASSOCIATION APO NEW SITE APO ABUJA

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

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1) PROPHET DARAMOLA MATTHEW OLUWAFEMI 2) PST. OLUWAFEMI SAMUEL MAYOWA 3) DCN. KAYODE ALICE FUNMILAYO 4) LADY EVANG. DARAMOLA VICTORIA ADERONKE 5) DCN AYENI CHRISTIANAH MOJISOLA. THE AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. TO PREACH THE GOSPEL ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL OF CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION MAITAMA ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION SIGNED: SECRETARY

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. PROVIDING HELP TO THE INDIGENT, IDPS, ORPHANS, RAPE VICTIMS. 2. GENERALLY RENDERING SERVICE TO HUMANITY. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR_GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIR COMMISSION, PLOT 420, TIGRIS CRESCENT , OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET , MAITAMA , ABUJA WITHIN 28DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: AFAGHA AZIBASUAM ESQ

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

TRUSTEES: 1. MOST REV .AUGUSTINE UKWUOMA 2. REV. FR DR LHEBINIKE THADDEUS CHIBUEZE 3. REV. FR UDEZE REMIGIUS 4. MONSIGNOR OKORIE JOSEPH 5. VERY REV FR MICHAEL ANYASORO 6. VERY. REV FR OKONKWU EMMANUEL 7. VERY REV FR NWUZOR DOMINIC AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1 TO PROMOTING PEACE FUL SOCIAL ORDER VALUES HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND JUSTICE 2. SUSTAINABLE PEACE AND EXTENDING CHARITY TO THE NEEDY THROUGH THE APPLICATION OF THE GOSPEL. ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: TRUSTEES

PUBLIC NOTICE

THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE NAME “ CORNERSTONE ASSET MANAGEMENT LIMITED has changed to “ GTI ASSET MANAGEMENT & TRUST LIMITED General Public shuold take note also, N.S.E & N.S.E SIGNED Omotayo Akapo Company Secretary.

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OLA - OLUWA IREDE FOUNDATION

This is to inform the general public that the above named Foundation has applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission for registration under part C of the Companies and Allied Matters Acts of no 1. 1990.

Trustees are: 1. ALHAJA SULIAT JEJEOLA ADELAKUN 2. RISIKATU BOLATITO GBADAMOSI 3. LUKMAN BABATUNDE ADISA 4. MRS. DORCAS OWOLABI 5. KOLAPO MORUFF KUNLE 6. OJODARABIADE OLAPADE JOSEPH AIMS: 1. To promote Yoruba Customs and Traditions.

2. To promote social interaction and unity among Yoruba communities.

AUCTION SALES! AUCTION SALES! THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT, THE NIGERIA POLICE FORCE NPF, BOROKIRI DIVISION, PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE, INTENDS TO AUCTION THE UNDER LISTED ITEMS, BY THIS NOTICE, CLAIMANTS ARE THEREFORE ADVISED TO REPORT TO THE ABOVE NAMED POLICE STATION, WITHIN 21 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. 1. ONE SCRAP TOYOTA COROLLA CAR WITH REG. NO. BK 409 KWL ASH COLOUR. 2. ONE SCRAP TOYOTA CAMRY WITH REG. NO. JA 199 PHC. 3. OTHER HOUSEHOLD ITEMS.

Any objection to this registration should be forwarded to the Registrar General, plot 420, Tigris Crescent, off Aguiyi Ironsi street, Maitaima Abuja within 28 days of this publication.

SIGNED: VICTOR OBEAHON AUCTIONEER

Signed: Trustees

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CROSS RIVER LIQUEFIED GAS RETAILERS ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA

The general public is hereby inform that the above named Association has applied to Corporate Affairs Commission for registration under Part ‘C’ of the Companies and Allied Matters Act, Degree No. 1 of 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. Bassey Emmanuel Okon 2. Ekanem Etim Akpan 3. Akpan Bassey Udo 4. Patrick Akpofuabe Odey 5. Ekpenyong Joseph Edet AIMS/OBJECTIVES: 1. To Cater for the welfare of the 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, Abuja, within 28 days of this publication

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THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. MR. CLARENCE UKPONGETTE 2. REV. FR. NOEL NALELO 3. MISS. EMEM OKON 4. DR. MICHAEL NYEMENIM 5. MRS. MARIA UKPONG 6. SIR. VITALIS UNANG AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. Training and empowering youths through skill acquisition programme.

2. Giving moral and material care and support to vulnerable and physical challenge people in the society.

Any objection to this registration should be forwarded to the Registrar-General, Corporate Affairs Commission, plot 420 Tigris Crescent, off Aguiyi Ironsi street, Maitama, Abuja within 28 days of this publication.

SIGNED: CLARENCE UKPONGETTE

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CHRIST GLORIOUS END-TIME EVANGELICAL CHURCH

This is to inform the general public that the above named Organization has Applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission Abuja for registration Under part “C” of the Companies and Allied Matters Act of 1990.

The general public is hereby notified that the above named Church has applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission for Reconstitution of its Trustees under Part C’ of the Companies and Allied Matters Act 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. CHIMA RAPHAEL EKEH 2. BALEWA NDAYAKO 3. AGBO KENNETH IKENNA

THE OLD TRUSTEES ARE: 1.PASTOR LAYI BAMIDELE 5.BROTHER FEMI BAMIDELE 2.PASTOR (MRS) FUNKE BAMIDELE 6.EVANGELIST AGBETUSIN OLANIYI 3.DEACONESS GRACE OBANLA 7.PASTOR JOSEPH OLUWAGBEMI 4.PROFESSOR CHARLES ALADE

AIMS & OBJECTIVE 1. Africa endowment for human rights and policy initiative seeks to strengthen human advance government accountability and improve the reach and quality of justice.

2. Promotion of good government: work with governments, to promote equity, participation pluralism, transparency accountability and the rule of law 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.

CHAMPIONSLAND EMBASSY This is to inform the general public that the above named has applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission for incorporation under part C of the Companies and Allied Matters Act, Degree No. 1 of 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. UGOCHUKWU PROMISE (CHAIRMAN) 2. FREEMAN ANZAKU 3. ATTAH HELEN AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. To propagate the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ 2. To train and ordain ministers for the the furtherance of the work of the ministry in Nigeria 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: UGOCHUKWU PROMISE (CHAIRMAN)

FAMILY CHANGE OF SURNAME

CLARMAR DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION

This is to inform the general public that the above named has applied to the Corporate Affairs Commission for incorporation under part C of the Companies and Allied Matters Act, Degree No. 1 of 1990.

Signed: CHAIRMAN AFRICA ENDOWMENT FOR HUMAN RIGHTS AND POLICY INITIATIVE

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THE NEW TRUSTEES ARE: 1.PASTOR LAYI BAMIDELE 5.DEACONESS GRACE OBANLA 2.PASTOR (MRS) FUNKE BAMIDELE 6.DEACON SESAN OMOTOSHO 3.PASTOR STEPHEN OYEBODE 7.BROTHER FEMI BAMIDELE 4.PROFESSOR CHARLES ALADE Any objection to this reconstitution of Trustees should be forwarded to Registrar-General, Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Maitama, Abuja within 28 days of this publication.

Sign Secretary

SIGNED: SECRETARY

We, formerly known and addressed as (1) (2) (3) (4) (5)

ANI MICHAEL ANI FRIDAY ANI UGOCHUKWU ANI CHINEDU DAVID ANI CHINAZA JENNIFER ADAOBI,

now wish to be known and addressed as (1) ANI MICHAEL EDEH (2) EDEH FRIDAY (3) EDEH UGOCHUKWU (4) EDEH CHINEDU DAVID (5) EDEH CHINAZA JENNIFER ADAOBI. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note.

CHANGE OF NAME/CORRECTION OF DATE OF BIRTH I, formerly known and addressed as MADU GEORGE OBIALOR, with a wrong date of birth written as 11/10/85, now wish to be known and addressed as MADU OBIALOR NDUKWE with correct date of birth as 15/6/1987. All former documents remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

HALIMAT AHMED-OZIGI I, formerly known and addressed as HAJIA HALIMAT AHMEDNUHU-OZIGI, now wish to be known and addressed as HALIMAT AHMED-OZIGI. All former documents remain valid.

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MRS NEHIZENA BOSEDE BENEDICTA I, formerly known and addressed as MISS FATI BOSEDE BENEDICTA, now wish to be known, called and addressed as MRS NEHIZENA BOSEDE BENEDICTA. All former documents remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

MRS. NKECHY MARIE EKERE EZEH I, formerly known and addressed as MRS. NKECHI MARIE EZEH, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS. NKECHY MARIE EKERE EZEH. All former documents remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

MRS. MARIA TEMITOPE IDOWU

CORRECTION OF NAME

ELLIOT OSARO AKITAH

KILANI AHMED DARE

ISHOLA ADOYI ADEMOLA

I, formerly known and addressed as ADEBAYO FOLASHADE RAMAT, now wish to be known and addressed as OLADUNNI FOLASHADE RAMAT. All former documents remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS EBENEZER MARIA TEMITOPE, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS. MARIA TEMITOPE IDOWU. All former documents remain valid.

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That in my Bank Documents, my name was wrongly written as ADEYANJU CHRISTIANA TAIWO instead of ADEYANJU TAIWO AJOKE. That my correct name is ADEYANJU TAIWO AJOKE. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as ELLIOT AKITA-ODEBOR, now wish to be known and addressed as ELLIOT OSARO AKITAH. All former documents remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as KILANI AHMED RASAQ, now wish to be known and addressed as KILANI AHMED DARE. All former documents remain valid.

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I, formerly known and addressed as BAMIDELE ONISEMO, now wish to be known and addressed as ISHOLA ADOYI ADEMOLA. All former documents remain valid.

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MRS. ODUNBAKU MONSURAT TITILAYO I, formerly known and addressed as MISS YUSUF MONSURAT TITILAYO, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS. ODUNBAKU MONSURAT TITILAYO. All former documents remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

NDIMELE ULOAKU ESTHER

IGWE JUDE

DIABY KARAMADY

AYINLA IBRAHIM TOLANI

I, formerly known and addressed as OKWUCHI VICTORIA EME, now wish to be known and addressed as NDIMELE ULOAKU ESTHER. All former documents remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as IGWEBUIKE JUDE, now wish to be known and addressed as IGWE JUDE. All former documents remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as ONYEBUCHI OCHOBA, now wish to be known and addressed as DIABY KARAMADY. All former documents remain valid.

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I, formerly known and addressed as AYINLA IBRAHIM IDOWU as written in my bank documents, now wish to be known and addressed as AYINLA IBRAHIM TOLANI. All former documents remain valid.

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AJAYI SOLOMON OLATUNDE-BAMIDELE

MRS. EMUEKPERE CYNTHIA OMUWA

MGBEAHURU BLESSING NKECHI

CONFIRMATION OF NAMES

AZIMI LOVETH OKOEGUALE

I, formerly known and addressed as, NKECHI DAVID, now wish to be known and addressed as, MGBEAHURU BLESSING NKECHI. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note

AKINLAJA OLUWASEUN RAHMAT and YUSSUF OLUWASEUN RAHMAT is d same person, now wish to be known and addressed as YUSSUF AKINLAJA OLUWASEUN RAHMAT. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND CALLED AS NICOLE AZIMI LOVETH ABOIRALOR NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS NICOLE AZIMI LOVETH OKOEGUALE. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

NWAOBILO PETER OSCAR

AYOOLA OMOWUNMI OLALEYE

CORRECTION OF NAME

I, formerly known and addressed as OSCAR PETER, now wish to be known and addressed as NWAOBILO PETER OSCAR. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as AYOOLA ESTHER OLALEYE, now wish to be known and addressed as AYOOLA OMOWUNMI OLALEYE. All former documents remain valid. UNILORIN, GTBank and general public take note.

MRS. ABIOLA SANDRA OLUBODE

My name was mistakenly written as OLANREWAJU OLUWADELE SHERIFF instead of OLANREWAJU DELE SHERIFF, now my correct name is OLANREWAJU DELE SHERIFF. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS ABIOLA SANDRA ARIKUMASA, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS. ABIOLA SANDRA OLUBODE. All former documents remain valid.

General public take note.

OLADUNNI FOLASHADE RAMAT

I, formerly known and addressed as Bamidele Solomon Ajayi, now wish to be known and addressed as AJAYI SOLOMON OLATUNDE-BAMIDELE. All former documents remain valid.

General public note.

ALIMI WASIU GBOLAHAN

I, formerly known and addressed as ALIMI WASIU NURUDEEN, now wish to be known and addressed as ALIMI WASIU GBOLAHAN. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as CYNTHIA AMINAT ADAMS, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS. EMUEKPERE CYNTHIA OMUWA. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

CONFIRMATION OF NAME I, JOSEPHINE OMOWUNMI BENEDIT is also known as OMOWUNMI JOSEPHINE BENEDICT name is OMOWUNMI and my middle name is JOSEPHIN, Henceforth wish to be known and addressed as OMOWUNMI JOESPHIE OKUNUGA. All documents bearing the above mentioned names remains mine and valid. General public should take note.

MRS ABDULKAREEM MOSUNMOLA ADEBIMPE YESIRAT I formerly known as Kareem Yesirat Adebimpe now wish to be known as Mrs Abdulkareem Mosunmola Adebimpe Yesirat.

All former documents remain valid. Local Government Service Commission and the General Public Please, take note ONAH OGALE GABRIEL

I, formerly known and addressed as ONAH NELLY, now wish to be known and addressed as ONAH OGALE GABRIEL. All former documents remain valid.

General public take note.

Public Notice RASHIDAT KOFOWOROLA MUSIBAU I, formerly known and addressed as RASIDAT KOFOWOROLA MUSIBAU and RASHIDAT KUTERE, now wish to be known and addressed as RASHIDAT KOFOWOROLA MUSIBAU. All former documents remain valid.

General public take note.

OKORONKWO NDUBUISI NJOKU

CONFIRMATION OF NAMES

UGAMA JULIUS SMART

I, formerly known and addressed as OKORO NDUBUISI, now wish to be known and addressed as OKORONKWO NDUBUISI NJOKU. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

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NWOKWU CHRISTIAN ANYGIGOR

UKAONU STELLA OGECHUKWU

CORRECTION OF NAME

I, formerly known and addressed as ALEKE NWERU, now wish to be known and addressed as NWOKWU CHRISTIAN ANYGIGOR. All former documents remain valid.

General public take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as UKAONU JENNIFER OGECHUKWU, now wish to be known and addressed as UKAONU STELLA OGECHUKWU. All former documents remain valid.

General public take note.

My name was mistakenly written as EZE EMEKU instead of EZE EMEKA, now my correct name is EZE EMEKA. All former documents remain valid.

General public to please take note.

AGBAIZA JOHN IKPEMHI

AYINLA OLANIKE ELIZABETH

WILLIAMS OLASUNKANMI JIMOH

OKOLOBE PATIENCE EDIRIN

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS AJAO OLANIKE VICTORIA NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS AYINLA OLANIKE ELIZABETH. ALL FORMER DOCUMENT REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS AKA JIMOH OLASUNKANMI AND OLASUNKANMI SHUAIB AKAWILLIAM NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS WILLIAMS OLASUNKANMI JIMOH. ALL FORMER DOCUMENT REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I formerly known and addressed as PAT EDIRIN now wish to be known and addressed as OKOLOBE PATIENCE EDIRIN.All former documents remain valid.

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AREMU MURITALA OPEYEMI

MRS AJISEBUTU ONI TAIWO

OLADUNNI FOLASHADE RAMAT

OKAFOR OBINNA CALLISTUS

I formerly known and addressed as MISS ONI TAIWO RAMAT now wish to be known and addressed as MRS AJISEBUTU ONI TAIWO. All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

I formerly known and addressed as ADEBAYO FOLASHADE RAMAT now wish to be known and addressed as OLADUNNI FOLASHADE RAMAT. All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as OKAFOR OBINNA FRANKLIN, now wish to be known and addressed as OKAFOR OBINNA CALLISTUS. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note.

MRS ADA LUCY AKPUKWA I, formerly known and addressed as MISS ADA ORIA NWAKPU , now wish to be known and addressed as MRS ADA LUCY AKPUKWA. All former documents remain valid. Banks and General public should please take note.

MRS IDU LUCY CHINASA I, formerly known and addressed as MISS OMAH LUCY CHINASA, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS IDU LUCY CHINASA. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note.

MRS OFONERE CHIDIMMA CHIMELUO

ONUORAH JONAS OBI

MRS KEN-NEBO NKIRUKA HOPE

I, formerly known and addressed as ONUORAH JONAS PHILIP, now wish to be known and addressed as ONUORAH JONAS OBI. All former documents remain valid.

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I, formerly known and addressed as MRS NEBO NKIRU, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS KENNEBO NKIRUKA HOPE. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note.

I formerly known and addressed as Ugama Julius Ogbor, now wish to be known and addressed as Ugama Julius Smart. All former documents remain valid. General public please take note.

FATIMAH MOTUNRAYO ATITEBI

ANICHUKWU AUGUSTINA CHINWE

I formerly known and addressed as FATIMAH MOTUNRAYO ADEGBOLA now wish to be known and addressed as FATIMAH MOTUNRAYO ATITEBI. All former documents remain valid.

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I formerly known and addressed as ENEKWIZU AUGUSTINA CHINWE now wish to be known and addressed as ANICHUKWU AUGUSTINA CHINWE.All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

BRIDGET NGOZIKA ABAH

MRS NWEKE CELESTINA NNEKA

MRS AYEWA MERIT OSA

I, formerly known and addressed as JULIET NKECHI OBETTA, now wish to be known and addressed as BRIDGET NGOZIKA ABAH. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS NWONU CELESTINA NNEKA, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS NWEKE CELESTINA NNEKA. All former documents remain valid. BANKS and General public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS EBHOTA MAUREEN OSA, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS AYEWA MERIT OSA. All former documents remain valid.

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KALU OKPANKU EMERI

MRS NWOSU EMMANUELA UJUNWA

MRS SARAH ETSEOFE RAPHAEL OHIFUEMEN(NEE IZEKHUME

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AERONAUTICAL INFORMATION SERVICES ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR CHANGE OF NAME AND CHANGE OF TRUSTEES AND AMENDMENT REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT 1990.

FROM: AERONAUTICAL INFORMATION SERVICES ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA TO: AERONAUTICAL INFORMATION MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA THE OLD TRUSTEES ARE: 1. ALHAJI KABIR YAHAYA GUSAU - RETAINED 2. RICHARD OBOR JOHN AKALUGWA - RETAINED 3. EMMANUEL B. AKPAN - RETAINED 4. MRS. G C. ODUAH - REMOVED 5. MR. CHARLES IFETAYO ODUNAIYA - RETAINED THE NEW TRUSTEE: 1. ANTHONY NWEKE AMENDMENT OF CONSTITUTION : OLD OBJECT: 1. TO ENSURE THAT THE RESPONSIBILITY OF COLLECTING, COLLATING EDITING AND PUBLISHING AERONAUTICAL INFORMATION IS ADEQUATE NEW OBJECT: 1. THE ASSOCIATION IN CONJUNCTION WITH ITS TRADE UNION (S) SHALL OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN JUST AND PROPER RATES OF SALARIES/ WAGES, HOURS OF WORK AND OTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT ANY OBJECTION TO THIS APPLICATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION MAITAMA ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION

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THE TRUSTEES ARE : 1. EVANG. ABRAHAM MOSES 2. PASTOR JOHNSON EJIKEME 3. PASTOR LEKE UNUKOBUMI 4. EVANG. CHUKWUDUBEM ATANMO 5. EVANG. OSITADINMA ADIMAH

SAFEHOUSE GLOBAL CARE INITIATIVE TRUSTEES: 1. MRS MARIAN A AKINPELU-KAREEM FOUNDER 2. MR OLAWALE KAREEM MEMBER 3. GROUP CAPTAIN EMMANUEL UKPONG GRAND PATRON 4. MRS OLUSHOLA ONIYIDE MEMBER 5. MR FESTUS OLASAN AKINPELU CHAIRMAN AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. TO PROMOTE A CULTURE OF ZERO TOLERANCE FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN THE SOCIETY. 2. TO PROMOTE PUBLIC AWARENESS ON THE DANGER OF DOMESTIC VICTIM AND THE LARGER SOCIETY ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET, MAITAMA, P.M.B 198, GARKI ABUJA WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: MARTIN CHUCKS AGBA, ESQ. TEMPLE & SHIELD ATTORNEYS 08038824473

DOSSA COMLAN GRATIEN I, FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS GRATIER DOSSA, NOW KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS DOSSA COMLAN GRATIEN DO AFFIRM THAT I AM THE BONAFIDE OWNER OF THE BVN NUMBER 22225083547 WHICH IS PRESENTLY BEING CLAIMED BY ONE SABDAT OZIOHU BELLO. DIAMOND BANK, ACCESS BANK, ALL AUTHORITIES CONCERNED AND GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE NOTE.

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OLONADE KOREDE MICHAEL

Public Notice WARRI PERFORMING ARTS STAGE AND SCREEN ARTISTS INITIATIVE 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.

TRUSTEES 1. MR ALEX ORITSEGBEYIWA EYENGHO 2. MRS MATEL ORITSEWEYINMI ALEX EYENGHO.

THE AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST WORLDWIDE.

AIM AND OBJECTIVE 1. TO PROVIDE FREE TRAINING AND CAPACITY BUILDING IN THE VARIOUS ASPECTS OF THE PERFORMING ARTS TO NIGER DELTANS AND OTHER INTERESTED NIGERIANS WHO APPLIED AND ARE SELECTED.

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

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

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

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THIS IS TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT THE ABOVE NAMED HAS APPLIED FOR THE REGISTRATION TO CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION UNDER PART C OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT NO. 1 OF 1990 TRUSTEES: 1. EVANG. VINCENT EMOEDUMHE - PRESIDENT 2.MRS. OSUMAH MARY SECRETARY 3.PASTOR EPHRAIM MOMOH - TREASURER 4.MR. IDUMANE ANTHONY - PRO 5.PST. MRS SUCCESS OSIKHENA - NATIONAL WOMEN COORDINATOR AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 1. TO TRAIN, ORDAIN AND LICENCE PASTORS FOR THE GOSPEL MINISTRY 2. TO GIVE OURSELVES TO PRAYER AND MINISTRY OF GOD’S WORD 3. TO PREACH CHRIST TO ALL NATIONS ANY OBJECTION TO THIS REGISTRATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, OFF AGUYI IRONSI STREET, PMB 198, MAITAMA, ABUJA WITHIN 28TH DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PUBLICATION. SIGNED: SECRETARY

The general public is hereby inform that the above named has applied to Corporate Affairs Commission for registration under Part C of the Company and Allied Matter Acts No 1 of 1990.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES ARE : 1. ANAZIA DAVID OKEBUNOR 2. MORDI ONYEMAECHI ALEXANDER 3 ANAZIA ABIOLA RUTH AIM AND OBJECTIVE ARE : 1 To cater for less privilege 2 Bring smiles to the face of sorrowful and needy people in the areas of meeting health, surgical, financial, food and education needs.

3 Remove scars of physical and mental injuries.

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 BY : TRUSTEES

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Daily Times Nigeria Thursday, June 8, 2017

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Angela Onwuzoo Medical practitioners have called on the Federal Government to take decisive steps towards addressing the worrisome burden of complications associated with Diabetes Mellitus, particularly foot ulcers and amputations among Nigerians living with the condition.

Urging FG to initiate, implement and sustain a National Diabetes Foot Care Policy, experts in the field say such policy in place would adequately address the healthcare needs of Nigerians living with diabetes - especially now that Nigeria has the highest population of patients with diabetes foot complications in Africa.

Though preventable, records show that diabetic foot complication is the leading cause of admission, amputation and mortality in diabetic patients worldwide.

The healthcare professionals drawn from the United States of America, South Africa and Nigeria, gave the charge at a workshop tagged“ Initiating, Implementing and Sustaining a National Diabetes Foot Care Policy” organised to chart the way forward for diabetic care in Nigeria.

Director of Rainbow Specialist Medical Centre, Dr. Afoke Isiavwe, told The Daily Times that the workshop was aimed at empowering health workers with much needed skills to help prevent, identify and reduce the risk of diabetes-related foot amputations in the country.

The Consultant Endocrinologist, said this was crucial because Nigeria and indeed, Africa, cannot afford to watch while her citizens come down with complications of diabetes mellitus especially in a situation where the Continent was already burdened with infectious diseases.

“Nigeria is also suspected to have the highest number of persons living with diabetes on the African Continent.

Indeed, local data shows that we are already beginning to experience increase in diabetes prevalence in Nigeria, and with this increased prevalence accompanying increase in complications like diabetes mellitus related foot ulcers and amputations”, she said.

Diabetic Foot Ulcer

Experts list ways to tackle diabetic foot ulcers Juvenile diabetes Chief Medical Director, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), and the National President of the Diabetes Association of Nigeria (DAN), Dr Mohammed Alkali, revealed that as at end of 2015, a total of about 5 million Nigerians were living with diabetes, out of which 1.56 million were new cases diagnosed last year alone. Alkali added that there were still lots of undiagnosed diabetes in Nigeria.

His words: “We also have diabetes in young people which is also a major threat called juvenile diabetes, which is an emerging disease in Nigeria now. We see people less than 17 years being diagnosed with diabetes.

“Another major threat is that we have had children

diagnosed at infancy with diabetes and the issue of diabetes is that it is not only a disease that is composed of sugar, sugar is all over the body, but the complications of diabetes are the issues.

We have issues which affect the eyes, kidneys, heart; we have issues of diabetes causing hypertension and food disease.”

Subsidy and NHIS Listing the way forward, the DAN President called on government and manufacturers to subsidise diabetic drugs because they are very expensive and beyond the reach of many Nigerians living with diabetes.

Apart from subsidising the drugs, “we also have to look at an alternative source of funding the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) to

increase coverage,” he noted.

Alkali pointed out that the country’s current policy is not conducive for diabetic patients, hence the need for a more holistic one that would comprehensively address many of the complications associated with the disease.

Foot care team For Dr Andrew Clarke, a South African medical expert, reducing foot ulcers and amputations requires a multidisciplinary foot care team.

Clarke recommended early detection of risk factors for foot ulcers and amputations such as infections while appealing to those affected to visit podiatrists for appropriate foot wear.

Also, Head, Department of Medicine, College of Health Sciences, University of Abuja, Prof. Felicia Anumah,

stressed the need for healthcare workers to constantly educate diabetic patients on the risk factors for foot ulcers and amputations.

Patient education The Professor of Endocrinology and Diabetology, affirmed that diabetic education remains one of the most effective ways of managing diabetes while reminding medical practitioners that they owe patients the responsibility of education. “The first step to prevention is patient education. The more information you can provide your patient, the better they understand the condition and adhere to treatment”, she said.

She identified wrong foot wear, poor foot hygiene and infections as some of the risk factors for foot ulcers and amputations.

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Stakeholders lament the scourge of irregular migration, human trafficking Stories by Angela Onwuzoo, As many Nigerians - especially the youths leave the country each day in search of greener pastures, stakeholders have raised the alarm over the risks associated with going to Europe through irregular migration as many of them become victims of human trafficking.

The stakeholder expressed worry at the high risks of sexually transmitted diseases and infections involved in irregular migration as most of the women were subjected to prostitution, besides those who lose their lives through unsafe abortion.

According to recent figures released by the International Organisation for Migration (IOM), over 1,496 stranded Nigerians have been repatriated from Libya between January and May this year, with more people still being awaited. Majority of these returnees were released from different detention centres in Libya.

Speaking at a Stakeholders Roundtable on Irregular Migration and Human Trafficking with the theme: “Fostering a Safe Future for the Youths” held in Lagos recently, the stakeholders called for a concerted efforts among non-governmental organisations through increased awareness creation to tackle the menace, even as they stressed the need for the society to provide an enabling en-

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vironment for the youths to fulfill their dreams at home.

The forum which sought to combat the menace of irregular migration and human trafficking by bringing all stakeholders in the campaign together to chart the way forward, was organised by Salesians of Don Bosco and International Voluntary Service (VIS) in partnership with Patriotic Citizen Initiative (PCI).

In his presentation titled: “Irregular Migration: the Reasons, the Risks and our Roles”, President of PCI, Comrade Osita Osemene, stated that youths need to be constantly sensitised - especially in this period of economic recession, about the physical and psychological torture such as hunger, star-

vation, killing, imprisonment, involved in travelling to Europe without the right documentation.

Narrating his experience as a victim of irregular migration, Osemene said: “There is a hell on earth for those who travel through the desert to get to Europe. Some have been on the road for three years because of misinformation.

Some became mad while others were eaten by wild animals.”

He further said: “When I was going to Europe through the desert, we were about 200 in number.

But when we got to Libya, we were about 15.The rest had died on the way. When they brought a small boat for the rest us of to cross the Mediterranean Sea, it was then I realised that I was inviting death.

It was at that point that I took the decision to return to Nigeria.”

Osemene therefore, called on civil society organisations to step up awareness against the scourge before it consumes the future of many Nigerian youths.

Giving insight into the aim of the round-table, the Network Manager for Salesians of Don Bosco and VIS, Stephen Igbokwe, said the event was organised to discourage youths from migrating irregularly to Europe.

His words: “We believe that serious and adequate girl-childeducation and women empowerment will save our girls from getting interested in going to these European countries because over there, it had gone from prostitution to sex slavery. It has gotten to a point where the women are dehumanised to the point of involving animals. This is ridiculous and unacceptable.”

Also, Head, Public Enlightenment, NAPTIP, Mrs. Kehinde Akomolafe, in her presentation titled: “Human Trafficking and The Youths”, pointed out that human trafficking is a modern day slavery which has destroyed a lot of lives.

“Young girls are being exploited sexually, forced to sleep with animals, children are used for labour. The effect is dehumanising and degrading, a lot of returnees are psychologically traumatised, some have contracted disease and unwanted pregnancy”, she said.

Reproductive Health Journalists Nigeria mourn Osotimehin We, members of the foremost body on Reproductive Health and Rights reporting, Network of Reproductive Health Journalists of Nigeria (NRHJN) received with huge shock, news of the passage of the Executive Director, United Nations Populations Fund (UNFPA), Professor Babatunde Osotimehin which occurred on Sunday June 4, 2017.

Until his death, Professor Osotimehin was a pillar of support to our body which he gave necessary encouragement to remain forthright in the reportage of issues around women and children with special attention on young people.

We recall with nostalgia his unequivocal response to the reproductive health care and needs of the first 21 abducted Chibok Girls who were released in October 2015 during a meeting with our members.

It was Professor Osotimehin who first broke the news to the media through the Network that some of the girls were pregnant and pleaded that the rights and dignity of the young school girls should be respected, especially with regards to their choices on what to do with the pregnancy.

Through his office as the Executive Director, UNFPA, customised dignity packs were procured and

provided for the healthcare and needs of all the women and girls in all camps for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) across the country.

Osotimehin’s immeasurable contributions to promoting the rights and equity of young people all over the world have so far remained unrivalled at the global arena especially as a champion of advocacy in getting family planning commodities to the end users.

On the local arena, late Osotimehin was instrumental to the launch of the Save-One- Million-Lives (SOMIL) Initiative by the Goodluck Jonathan administration in October 2012 and equally got the political commitment of the Federal Government to budget $11.5m for the purchase of essential 13 specific lives saving commodities for women and children in the country.

Professor Osotimehin, until his first appointment as the fourth Executive Director UNFPA from January 2011 to June 2017, was the Health Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria between December 17, 2008 and March 17, 2010.

He was also the first Director General of the National Agency for Control of AIDS which he transformed from being a committee in the Ministry of Health to a fullfledged Agency.

Late Prof. Osotimehin

Prior to the appointments that elevated him into international arena, Professor Babatunde Osotimehin was a former Provost at the prestigious University College Hospital, Ibadan where he had studied Medicine between 1972 and 1978 and then proceeded to the University of Birmingham in 1979 for

his doctoral degree in Medicine.

He was later named a Professor at the University of Ibadan in 1980 where he became Head of Department of Clinical Pathology.

An erudite Scholar and writer, Osotimehin wrote and co-authored several books.

His book, ‘Male Responsibility in Reproductive Health: the reconstruction of Manhood in Nigeria: (1999) Phase 1’, remained one of the best sellers in social sciences till date. In 2005, Late Professor Osotimehin received the award of the Nigerian National Honour - Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON).

Born on February 6, 1949 in Ijebu-Igbo, Ijebu-North Local Government Area of Ogun State, Babatunde Osotimehin had his first education in his home town before proceeding to Igbobi College Lagos between 1966 and 1971.

He is survived by his wife, Funke whom he met in Ibadan and both had five children and grandchildren.

We remain committed to continuing Prof. Osotimehin’s vision for women and young people and his unshakeable stand for reproductive health, human rights and dignity of all particularly the most vulnerable adolescent girls.

May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Breastfeeding protects against breast cancer, women told Chief Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at the National Hospital, Abuja, Dr Chris Agboghoroma, has revealed that breastfeeding mothers are at lower risk of developing breast cancer and other health conditions.

Agboghoroma, in an interview, said that most women that breastfeed experience hormonal changes during lactation which he described as delaying their menstrual periods.

Lactation according to experts, is the production of milk by a woman or other female animals.

According to him, breastfeeding reduces a woman’s lifetime exposure to oestrogen, a hormone that can promote breast cancer cell growth.

His words: “Women who breastfeed are less likely to develop cancer of the breast than those that do not breastfeed, so in terms of the mother’s health, breast feeding is generally better.

“During pregnancy and breastfeeding, women shed breast tissue and this can help remove cells with potential DNA damage; thereby helping to reduce the chances of developing breast cancer.

“DNA is a nucleic acid that contains the genetic instructions used in the development and functioning of all known living organisms and some viruses.

“Breastfeeding can also help to lower women ovarian cancer risk by preventing ovulation and the less you ovulate the less exposure to oestrogen and abnormal cells that could become cancer,’’ he said.

Agboworoma further identified other benefits of breastfeeding to women and family in general to include reduction of family cost of living and protect mothers against unwanted pregnancy.

He noted that it is cheaper to breastfeed a child than buying formulae at the detriment of other members of the family.

The consultant who reaffirmed that breastfeeding gives babies a healthy start, added that it also goes a long way to protect mothers against all forms of diseases.

He therefore advised women to imbibe the culture of breastfeeding to guard against exposing their body to cancer and other related diseases in future.

News28 Glo unleashes six ace comedians on Uyo ÏÏÏNational

telecoms operator and biggest corporate promoter of entertainment in Nigeria, Globacom, last weekend, unleashed six ace comedians on Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, as it hosted what has unarguably become Africa’s biggest comedy show, Glo Laffta Fest, in the city.

The six humour merchants assembled by Globacom at the Emerald Event Centre to give residents of the state capital and environs undiluted comedy were Gordons, Bovi, Basketmouth, Mr. Patrick, Acapella and Dan D’Humorous. Complementing the hilarious performances of the comedians were the Nollywood delectable pair of Mercy Johnson-Okojie and Uche Jombo who anchored the shows. Their male counterparts, Kanayo O. Kanayo, Bishop Imeh Umoh, popularly known as Okon Lagos, and Richard Mofe-Damijo, added to the glamour of the evening by making guest appearances at the concert.

Guests also had a dose of good music to go with the comedy as popular female disc jockey, DJ Lambo, dished out dancehall tunes from her jukebox to their delight. Hundreds who could not get into the hall made do with watching proceedings from the large screens mounted outside.

Before the main comic acts came on stage, Globacom gave aspiring artistes an opportunity to showcase their talent. The likes of General Odey, Emmaralo, British Pastors, who travelled from their base in Aba, and MC Josy readily seized the chance to sell themselves and equally delight the audience.

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Fifth columnist behind ultimatum to Igbo –NYLF Abiodun Taiwo,

Abeokuta ÏÏÏThe Northern Youth Leaders Forum (NYLF) on Wednesday, reacted to the purported ultimatum given to the Igbos in the Northern part country, declaring that some fifth columnist,who were bent in destabilising the present administration are behind the action.

The national chairman of the NYLF, Comrade Elliot Afiyo, who addressed newsmen in Abeokuta, Ogun state, described the ultimatum as uncalled for and should be disregarded.

He maintained that the group

is firmly behind the people of the eastern part of the country, and they should go about their normal activities without fear or harassment.

Recall that 16 northern youth groups rose from a joint meeting at Arewa House in Kaduna, on Tuesday, to give easterners residing in their northern states up to October 1, 2017 to vacate the region.

The forum based their position on the stay at home directive ordered by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) on the people of the eastern extraction last May 30.

Elliot said the argument ad-

duced for the ultimatum could be best described as “childish and unintelligent coming from people sponsored by some elite who are bent in destabilising the present administration.”

The NYLF chairman, who explained that he was in Abeokuta, to meet former President Olusegun Obasanjo, and attend a meeting with some southwest political leaders before the news broke on Tuesday night, stated, “having read through their reasons, I found out that they were those fifth columnist who are afraid of the present administration quest to fight corruption.”

Elliot stressed that the unity of the country should be paramount to all the zones, saying all the zones need each other.

“Only two of the listed groups were members of the NYLF, which have about 42 affiliated members drawn from the entire northern states. How can you say that because they stayed at home, you wanted them to leave your place? Is that not childish and unintelligent?

“If they are really a recognised and acceptable group like the IPOB, the best they could have come up with is to also call similar stay at home directive and see how popular they are.

There was nothing wrong in the IPOB action, because they were not violent, but if our fifth columnist wants to prove their acceptability also, they should call similar stay at home order instead of wanting to creating unnecessary tension in the land.

Osun vows to punish robbers who killed four policemen in banks raid

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A cross-section of stakeholders at the public hearing on a bill for an act, to amend Agricultural and Research Council of Nigeria, at the National Assembly in Abuja… on Wednesday.

We have a new vision to develop Niger Delta, Osinbajo assures

Acting President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, has said that the Buhari administration is promoting a new way of thinking and engagement that will secure the development of the Niger Delta and the entire country. That new approach, which he restated as the New Vision, involves an active and effective collaboration between the government, the private sector and the communities. This approach, he stated, ensures that “we finish whatever we start.”

Prof. Osinbajo spoke late Tuesday while meeting with members of a delegation from Bayelsa state, who paid him a visit to discuss issues regarding the $3.6B Brass Fertilizer & Petro-Chemical Company that is expected to come on stream soon.

According to statement signed by the Senior Special Assistant on Media & Publicity to the Vice President, Mr. Laolu Akande, the delegation, which included executives of the company was led by Governor Seriake Dickson.

Lamenting that only 12 percent completion rate was recorded in several of the projects undertaken by the Niger Delta Development Commission in the past years, while the rest were abandoned, Osinbajo stated that “sometimes projects are designed not to succeed, but just for some people to make CONFIRMATION OF NAME money.”

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“The Buhari administration, this government is committed to finishing whatever we start. At the end of the day, we shall ensure that,” he affirmed, adding that the oil-producing communities have tremendous potentials.

While commending the Bayelsa state governor for his proactive efforts, the Acting President commended the collaboration that is ongoing regarding the Brass Company. Said he: “this is what we describe as the New Vision: partnership between the Federal Government, the states, the communities and the private sector. This is the new way of thinking that is emerging, the New Vision.”

Also speaking, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Dr. Ibe Kachikwu described the idea of the Brass Fertilizer & Petro-Chemical firm as “a game changer that we need to encourage,” adding that such ideas have the potential to change the economic model in the Niger Delta.

The Acting President also received a delegation from the Seed Entrepreneurs Association of Nigeria, SEEDAN led by its President Mr. Richard Olafare and the Director-General of the National Agricultural Seed Council, Dr. P.O. Ojo. In his remarks, Prof. Osinbajo assured the delegation that the Federal Government would do much more in the area of agriculture, stressing that fertilizer and seed inputs are vital for the “agricultural revolution” that the Buhari administration is delivering.

governor of Osun state, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has said those responsible for the robbery in Iwo, Osun on Tuesday will not escape justice.

Aregbesola stated this in reaction to the dastardly robbery attack on some banks that took place in Iwo on Tuesday, which left four casualties in its wake.

Recall that four people killed when men of the Nigeria Police Force, who braved up to stop the activities of the men of the underworld.

The Governor, in a statement by the Director, Bureau of Communications and Strategy, Office of the Governor, Mr. Semiu Okanlawon, described the incident as unfortunate.

The governor said he has been assured that security men are on the trail of those who invaded the banks.

He said government and the security forces would not abandon it responsibilities as the protector of the people just because of some criminal few, saying “This is unfortunate. However, we remain unbowed by the audacity of these criminals.”While assuring the general public of their safety and security, Aregbesola noted that it was not for nothing that the state is rated one of the most crime-free in the country, vowing to maintain this record no matter the odds.

He promised that the long arm of the law will soon catch up with all those who committed the heinous act as no criminal violates the peace of the state and walk away freely.

The Governor also commiserate with the Commissioner of Police, Osun State command for the loss of his gallant officers in the service to fatherland.

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Transcorp Hotels unveils renovated executive floors, lounge

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Representative of the Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Mrs. Tayo Orewelu (4th l); Director-General, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brig.-Gen. Suleman Kazaure (m); NYSC Coordinator in Plateau, Mrs. Olufumilayo Moses (7th r) and other dignitaries and corps members, during the inauguration of pilot scheme programme in Mangu, Plateau… on Tuesday.

N1bn EU water project: Rivers may lose out after June 16 deadline Amaka Agbu, Port Harcourt

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Rivers state government may be dropped out of the N1billion European Union water project which cuts across six oil bearing communities in the state, if the government failed to pay the balance of N100million on June 16, 2017 being part of its commitment to the scheme.

Following the fast approaching deadline, the six oil bearing communities involved in the project had cried out to the governor of Rivers state, Chief Nyesom Wike, to complete the state`s counterpart funding of the EU water project planned to provide portable water to their communities.

In a press conference in Port Harcourt on Wednesday, the six communities which cut across two local government areas of the state, and going under the aegis of Federation of Water Consumers Association, said it would be disastrous to lose the project.

Addressing the press, the chairman of the Federation of Water

consumers Association, Iwarimie Diri, said that the project was an EU sponsored water scheme for five Niger Delta states of Rivers, Bayelsa, Delta, Akwa Ibom and Cross River with Rivers state as its headquarter. The communities covered in Rivers state were Kula, Opobo, Nkoro, Abonnema, Kalaibiama, and Abise, all heavily impacted by pollution and in dire need of drinkable water.

He explained that the project estimated at about N1billion was to be carried out by the EU, the Rivers state government, and the communities which have their individual commitments.

According to him, the EU was expected to provide 70 percent, Rivers state government: 25 per cent, and the communities five percent and added that all the six communities as well as the EU had paid their counterpart funds into an account dedicated to the project leaving the state government to complete the balance of its 50 per cent.

Mr. Diri emphasized the urgent

need for the Rivers state government to complete its counterpart funding, as the deadline for the expiration of the EU funded water project was fast approaching with the communities and the state at risk losing the project.

The federation chairman appealed to the governor, who he said had been magnanimous enough to pay the initial N100million, to complete the balance for the water project to commence in the spirit of Rivers at 50, and save the communities from several water borne diseases that had plagued them due to the absence of portable water.

Mr. Diri noted that the first expiration date of the payment was May 31, this year, but was graciously extended to June 16, adding that the communities were in the last days of the extension to access the project.

Taxi driver kills wife over feeding money

Idris Ahmed, Lokoja A 30-year-old taxi driver, Abdullahi Garba, from Ihima in Olehi local government area of Kogi state has been arrested by the police for alleged murder of his wife, Falilat Saka Garba Garba, who was among the 13 suspects paraded by the Kogi state police command for various offences, told journalists that he was provoked by his wife when she slapped him for failing to give her N2,000,00 to buy food.

The suspect explained that he married his 29 year old wife 15 years ago and had one child, six years of age. He admitted to have used a kitchen knife to stab his wife during the brawl over the house keep money leading to her death.

Also paraded at the state police command were three armed robbery suspects with assorted weapons recovered

from them.

According to the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Finance and Administration who represented the state Commissioner of Police, Wilson Inalegwu, based on intelligence report, operatives of the special anti robbery squad (DARS) arrested the suspects whose names were given as Ocheje Echeje, 25; Omaloko Attah, 27; and Emmanuel Musa Onalo.

The police also paraded a notorious armed robber and car snatcher alleged to be operating a syndicate terrorising Lagos and Kaduna states. The suspect, Isiah Ojode, was arrested at Olowa in Dekina local government area of Kogi state which led to the recovery of three stolen cars.

According to the Deputy Commissioner of Police four cattle rustlers who made away with 20 cows belonging to

one Alhaji Yahaya Joji of lbademodu in Igala mela /Odolu LGA of Kogi state have been arrested with four of the cows and two of animals killed and efforts are being intensified toi recover the remaining ones.

A large quantity of substance suspected to be cannabis has been recovered from three suspects namely Lawal Ganiyu,Jibrin Idris and Enemi Salihu, all of who will be charged to court for prosecution as soon as the analysis of the substance is received from the forensic laboratory, the senior officer disclosed.

The senior police officer who noted with satisfaction the performances and gallantry of the men and women of the command, also commended the leadership of the Inspector General of Police Ibrahim Idris who gave special attention to the state.

nounced the reopening of the Executive Floors and Lounge of its flagship Transcorp Hilton Abuja. The reopening marks a milestone in the on-going $100 million renovation project of the historic and award winning 5-star hotel, leading up to its 30th anniversary commemoration this year.

The redesign, conceptualized by Swedish interior designer, Living Designs, is inspired by the Nigerian spirit of resilience and evokes strength and boldness while exuding freshness, harmony and maximum comfort. The all-new rooms and suites have been fitted with world-class amenities and latest technology to ensure the ultimate comfort of the Guests.

Managing Director/CEO, Transcorp Hotels Plc, Valentine Ozigbo, while speaking on the reopening said: “Our guests have grown to expect nothing less than the very best from us. That includes the pinnacle of customer service, overall comfort, and a level of aesthetic appeal rivaled by no other hotel in Nigeria. The complete overhaul of the Executive Floor and Lounge is a testament to our commitment to delivering extraordinary experience to our guests.”

Also commenting on the new Ex-

ecutive rooms and suites, the General Manager of Transcorp Hilton Abuja, Etienne Gailliez said: “We are excited to attain this milestone of our renovation project. Our Guests are really going to love the truly impressive transformation of the Executive Floor Guest rooms and Lounge. We are proud to work with owners who have a deep understanding of our industry and embrace our brand culture of creating a rewarding experience for our Guests,” he concluded.

The all-new Executive Floors will continue to deliver luxury to guests as well as an exclusive experience combined with security, with the introduction of access control to the Floors and Lounge.

Chairman Transcorp Plc, Tony O. Elumelu CON, while sharing his first impressions of the new Executive Floors said, “I have stayed at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja as a guest for decades and I am extremely impressed by the transformation of the Executive Floors. I have no doubt that our guests will be thrilled. I am very proud of the commitment of the team in getting the job done, ensuring that Transcorp Hilton Abuja continues to deliver quality that rivals any 5-star hotel experience in the world”, Elumelu stated.

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PTAD restore life to a pensioner, assures continuous payment Doosuur Iwambe

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steady verification and biometric capturing exercise for pensioners, the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) under its mandate for retired workers of the Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS) has paid a backlog of pension arrears to a federal government pensioner.

The Pensioner, Mr. Awanye Emmanuel Okebunor has been paid his backlog of arrears as of March 25th, 2017 without his knowledge after being taken off the payroll in January, 2010.

The discovery came as a pleasant surprise for Mr. Okebunor after showing up at the headquarters of PTAD on Wednesday, May 31st 2017 from his base in Okpanam in Oshimili Council Area of Delta State to be verified and captured.

He served with Nigeria Education Bank (EDUBANK) in Abuja as a senior typist on Grade level 7 step 13.

According to a statement made available to the Daily Times by the PTAD, when the agency conducted the Civil Service Pensioners verification exercise in Delta between Febru-

ary 27 and March 9, 2017 under the supervision of the Executive Secretary, Sharon Ikeazor, Mr. Okebunor failed to turn up to take advantage of the opportunity.

The statement read: Mr Okebunor was compelled to visit the headquarters of PTAD as a last ditch effort to shore up funds for the funeral ceremonies of his mother, of which, he is an only child. An elated Mr. Okebunor expresses profound gratitude to the Directorate, saying “it is an attestation of the commitment of PTAD to improve the welfare of Pensioners”. He added, “I was surprised when I got here and saw it. I was even doubting it. Madam (the verifier) checked and saw it. It’s just like a miracle. Infact the grace of God was upon my life. When I was coming from Delta I even had to borrow money. My mother died. They should do unto others what they have done to me. Yes I have faith in it (PTAD).

They have been doing their work very well if not I would not have got this money”. He later joined other pensioners who came in for capturing and to be placed back on the monthly payroll.

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Senate vows to end transSahara-Europe migration crisis Olufemi Samuel and Chris Emetoh, Abuja

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Senate has emphasised the urgent need for Nigeria to have mutual and bilateral agreement with relevant countries to put an end to the Trans-Sahara-Europe migration crisis.

The Senate President, Bukola Saraki who made the call yesterday during plenary following a motion moved by Senator Francis Alimikhena (Edo North) and co-sponsored by the Deputy Senate Leader, Senator Bala Ibn Na’allah (Kebbi South), stressed that the development has become very worrisome especially with the involvement of Nigerians in irregular migration across the Sahara and Mediterranean Sea. While noting that government has a moral duty to intervene by finding a solution to stop the practice, Saraki said it is high time that the practice is put to an end, adding that the negative trend towards migration by Nigerians and other Africans through illegal routes across the Sahara desert and the Mediterranean Sea has resulted in colossal loss of lives.

In his motion, earlier, Senator Alimikhena noted that Nigerians who embark on illegal and irregular migration find their routes through Libya, Morocco and Algeria.

The International Organization for Migration in its 2016 report revealed that more than 5,070 people are estimated to have lost their lives on migratory routes around the world and the Mediterranean alone witnessed a record of 3,870 out of which 2,000 of the casualties were from the central Mediterranean route used by the West and North African countries and Nigeria alone has more than 1000 of the central Mediterranean casualties.

“We are more worried that because of the involvement of many Nigerians in irregular migration, the International Organization for Migration made Nigeria and Iraq a case study in one of their researches, the result of which was mind-boggling and in addition to the tragic loss of life, a substantial number of victims are not recovered and even those recovered are buried with at best a number and not a name.

FEC approves implementation of ICT roadmap 2017-2020 Mathew Dadiya, Abuja

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The Federal Executive Council has approved the implementation of the Information Communication Technology (ICT) roadmap 2017-2020 by the federal government.

The roadmap, which is a general framework for development of ICT in Nigeria, is described as one of the pillars of Economic Recovery and Growth Plan (ERGP).

Briefing journalists at the end of the Federal Executive Council meeting held at the Presidential Villa on Wednesday, Minister of communications, Mr. Adebayo Shittu said that one of the aims of the roadmap was to ensure broadband penetration level to all parts of Nigeria by 2020 targeting a 30 percent penetration level.

Shittu said, “This roadmap essentially, is a framework for development of ICT in Nigeria generally.”

“It is also one of the pillars of Economic Recovery and Growth Plan (ERGP) and the aim among others, is to ensure the creation through ICT of 2.5 million jobs between now and year 2020.

He said that government believed that the content of the ICT roadmap will assist in harnessing the innate skills and opportunities available.

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are very intelligent, very, very dynamic and they will utilise the implementation of the ICT roadmap to ensure that more jobs are created and to really get Nigeria digitised.”

The minister of communications added that the policy, when properly implementedAgain, we believe that this policy when properly implemented, will contribute to growing the Nigerian economy such that even with the government revenue, it could increase the GDP to about 20 per cent by Year 2010.

As of this year, the contribution of ICT to Nigeria GDP is a little above 10 per cent.

Shittu added that ICT will also assist in making businesses and service delivery easy because of e-government components of it and because of the e-commerce components of the ICT roadmap.

The minister of Communications also revealed that the federal government would establish a specialized university to be known as ICT university in the country.

He said, “One of the main issues is that invariably, we will have an ICT University which will be a specialized university to try to provide opportunities at the local level for intelligent and brilliant and innovative youths to learn more.

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike (4th r); his wife, Justice Eberechi Suzzette (3rd r) and others, during the celebration of Real Madrid Champions League victory at the Government House, Port Harcourt… on Tuesday night.

Reps, civil society groups bicker over constituency dev. fund

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House of Representatives Committee on Constituency Outreach and civil society groups on Wednesday differed on the necessity of establishing the Constituencies’ Development Fund to finance constituency projects nationwide.

While House members in the committee averred that the fund would enhance the even distribution of federal projects across the country, the civil society groups accused the National Assembly of attempting to usurp the constitutional responsibility of local governments.

The two positions were canvassed at the public hearing organised by the House Committee on Constituency Projects on a bill for an Act to establish the Constituencies Development Fund on Wednesday.

Earlier while declaring the event open, Speaker Yakubu Dogara said the intendment of the bill was to streamline the management and implementation of funds meant for constituency projects by entrusting the execution of such projects in the hands of the rural development department.

Dogara stated further that the decision on the projects to be implemented would however remain with the various constituencies through

the constituency development project advisory committee set up for each federal constituency and senatorial district.

He said the essence of the bill is to put in place a mechanism that will enhance the participation of citizens in the judicious and accountable utilisation of funds that would bring about socio-economic development in the various federal constituencies.

The speaker, who was represented by the Deputy Chief Whip, Rep. Pally Iriase, added that “of critical importance is that the bill will also encourage grassroots participation in governance.”

Inhiswelcomeaddress,Chairman, House Committee on Constituencies Outreach, Rep. Lawal Abubakar, said that despite legal and constitutional controversies surrounding the implementation of constituency projects by federal lawmakers, the implementation of constituency projects through the Constituency Development Fund has grown by convention and exigencies to become a critical means of delivering development and infrastructure to the grassroots.

Hemaintainedthat“itisimportant to provide a robust legal framework and mechanism to promote greater transparency,accountability,effectiveness and sustainability in the use of CDF as instrument of development fund and advancement of collective

public good.”

But, puncturing the House position, the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) argued that the proposed legislation is a usurpation of the local government administration under the executive arm.

The CDD in a paper presented at the hearing which was signed by Idayat Hassan, said that the bill circumvents the strictly oversight role contained in the 1999 Constitution, adding that “ascribing the project approval role to the National Assembly, creates a dependent role for the local government and opens a risk for patronageandclientelecorruptionwith their legislative counterparts” According to the CDD, the National Assembly has arrogated excessive powers to itself in the bill and asserted further that “there is a duplication of roles of the members, which will seriously undermine democracy, transparency and accountability of the fund. This role duplication contravenes all fundamental rules of accountability.

“The National Assembly passing the Act, sitting on the advisory committee as an ex-officio member, contravenes public meeting for the nominationof membersof thecommittee, has a final say on the project approval and of course, the implementation, and is responsible for the oversight of the fund.

Herbal institute drags Abia ministry, others to court over land acquisition Sunday Nwakanma - Umuahia

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An Umuahia High Court early this week, ordered that pre-trail notices be served to the 3rd (Ministry of Lands) and 4th (Ministry of justice) defendants respectively.

The High Court sitting in Umuahia and presided over by Justice C. E. Anyim, gave this order Tuesday and adjourned for pre-hearing till the 27th of June, 2017 in a suit filed by an indigenous herbal institute against the Abia State ministry of Lands and four others.

ThetrialJudge,JusticeAnyimhad adjourned the matter after hearing from both the Counsel to the Plaintiff, Godwin Oriaku and Counsel for the

1st Defendant, Uche Igwe.

Explaining further on the high court proceeding and adjournment, the counsel to the Plaintiff said that they were in court in respect in respect of a suit filed by one Wonderful Root Nigeria and Dr. Mrs. Uzondu, against one Veronica Uloma Onyebula and others, joining Abia state Ministries of Lands and Justice.

According to the Counsel, the subject matter is “the P13 plot that was allocated to Wonderful Herbal at IBB Phase 1 GRA Housing Estate in Umuahia for the building of Herbal institution.

The plaintiff counsel further disclosed, “We also filed a motion after serving them (Defendants) with the

necessary documents and they were not forth coming.”

He maintained that the high court granted their prayer for the withdrawal of their earlier motion for default judgment against the defendants, ‘But when the 1st, and 5th defendants filled their respective statement of Defence on pre hearing information sheet, we withdrew against them in respect of the default judgment and asked that the matter be stepped down for pre hearing.”

Oriaku further stated that the presiding judge ordered that pre trail notices be served to the 3rd (Ministry of Lands) and 4th (Ministry of justice) defendants respectively.

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Ladies Golfers celebrate Women’s Golf Day Mathew Dadiya, Abuja

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he Ladies Golfers in Nigeria Tuesday, joined the rest of the world to mark the Women’s Golf Day. The event which took place at the prestigious IBB International Golf and Country Club, Maitama, Abuja, had over 150 women (girls and ladies) that participated.

Vice President of the Ladies Golf Club Association of Nigeria, Northern Zone, Mrs Ekanem Ekwueme said that the event has a significant impact on women especially the golfers irrespective of age.

Ekwueme disclosed that they have concluded plans to train junior golfers that would represent Nigeria at the forthcoming junior Olympics.

She also used the opportunity to dispute views in certain quarters that golf is an elite game, calling on young women in Nigeria to

join the sport.

She said: “In Nigeria, golf is taken as an elite sport, but it may surprise you to know that it is the contrary. Therefore, we are trying to create that awareness that golf is not an elite sport, and every woman or girl child needs to get involved.

“Another thing we have to know is that in Nigeria, we have just one professional lady golfer. Golf instill a lot of discipline in individual, it is like life and you need that discipline because if you don’t have it then it’s not there.

“Today is set aside to mark the International Women Golf Day, it is a day set aside to celebrate girls and ladies playing golf or intending to play golf. It is simply, a day we celebrate the ladies because they are special specie.”

On whether the club has the required resources to train junior golfers that will go for the junior Olympics, the former Lady Captain said they believe that the junior golfers would

get the support they need to be able to move forward and that’s what the International Women Golf Day is all about.

Earlier speaking, the Director General of National Council for Art and Culture Otumba Orunsewe, who was one of the special guests at the event, described it as a wonderful day for the women golfers in Nigeria. He urged the women to take the game very serious because of its numerous benefits, not only to health but for their general wellbeing.

Speaking on the significance of the even, the Lady Captain of IBB International Golf and Country Club Abuja, Mrs Grace Ihonvbere said it was a memorable event and they have consciously worked hard to mark the event with pump and pageantry.

She said that the IBB Golf would continue to promote women participation in golf and ensure they compete favorably with their counterparts across the globe.

Gov. Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State.

A cross section of Ladies Golfers at the Women’s Golf Day celebration. INSET: The Vice President of Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN) Northern Zone, Mrs Ekanem Ekwueme (left) and past President of LGAN, Mrs Ngozi Osuhor (right).

Copa Coca-Cola redefines grassroots football ANDREW EKEJIUBA

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s the 2017 edition of the Copa Coca-Cola grassroots football tournament draws near to its Regional stage, it is now inappropriate to evaluate how the under-15 secondary school’s football initiative is impacting Nigeria’s grassroots and youth development.

This year, over 100,000 teens were registered by the Nigeria School Sports Federation (NSSF), across the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, for the annual tournament which was initiated by Coca-Cola Nigeria in 2009.

Since inception, Copa Coca-Cola has grown year-inyear-out, offering Nigerian teens an opportunity to not only hone and showcase their football skills towards a successful football career, but

also to learn vital life skills that will enhance their potentials in any field of endeavour.

The huge number of participants in the tournament this year emphasises the popularity of football among young people and also the appeal of the Coca-Cola brand and the credibility of Copa Coca-Cola programme.

Wasiu Olawale, who captained his team, Bright Ville College, to lift the Oyo State champions’ trophy at the just concluded grassroots stage of the 2017 COPA Coca-Cola expressed his delight at CocaCola’s investment to promote a popular youth passion, and his team’s success as the Oyo State Champions.

“I am very happy that we have qualified to represent Oyo state at the regional stage, we came close last year but lost out in the semi-final

stage. Now people will be looking up to us to make the State proud again this year as the trophy was also won

by Oyo State last year.”

Speaking at the Oyo State grassroots final, Patricia Jemibewon, Marketing Director, Coca-Cola Nigeria, reaffirmed Coca-Cola’s support for the development of grassroots football across the nation as one of the ways the brand seeks to create life-changing opportunities for Nigerian teens.

“Copa Coca-Cola is beyond football. Coca-Cola believes in the limitless potentials of Nigerian teens on and off the football field. The programme also emphasises the value of good education in moulding character, expanding the knowledge base and preparing players for a meaningful life.

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Kwara to restore T lost glory in sports!

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wara State Government is set to restore the state’s lost glory in sports by re-launching its famous position as home of champions.

The State Governor, Dr Abdulfatah Ahmed who made the promise while receiving the 1st runners-up of Channels International Kids Cup Competition, Burahanudeen LGEA School, Ojagbooro, Ilorin and the management of Senior National Baseball and Softball Champions, recalled that the state used to be home of champions years back

but wondered what happened along the line.

The governor promised that Kwara under him would prioritize sports development by encouraging recognised talents and also work towards detecting hidden ones.

According to Governor Ahmed, professionalism in sports has gone beyond just winning medals, but create wealth for the youth.

He emphasised that the state is more than ever before “committed to investing heavily on sports development with a view to creating platform for our youths to develop themselves.”

Dr Ahmed urged the students not to relent in their

efforts in sports and advised them to strive hard by combining their educational pursuit with sports.

The team leaders of the Channels Kids Cup competition and the Senior National Baseball and Softball championships, Mrs Olaide Olanrewaju and Elder Joseph Oluwanisola respectively expressed gratitude to the governor for his support for sports development in the state.

They hinged their successes on the support they enjoyed from the present administration in the state and sought for continuous support and encouragement to further boost their morals.

he 2017 International Olympic Committee (IOC) sponsored U -16 International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) Level 1 coaches educational system Olympic solidarity coaching course holding in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, will end on Friday, June 9, 2017.

Event coordinator, Ms Ekeoma Chinedum Ogazi, the financial officer of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) revealed that a total of 24 coaches drawn from across the country are featuring in the exercise which started on May 2 with Dr. Funmi Nutayi of the Human Kinetic Department of the University of Lagos and Professor Ezra Gunmen of the Ahmed Bello University as facilitators.

The participants at the event include, Ibrahim Friday, Ovuede Sunday, Obiano

NOC President, Engr. Habu Gummel.

George Ezenwa, Igwebuike Akachukwu Solomon, Daniel Umoette Tom, Queen Funmilayo Obisesan, Elegbede Bamidele, Esabunor Nukie Mavuan, Yaya Kayode K., Osuagwu Chima Godwin, Osakwe Emily, Osiebe Felix Onoriode, Ugbalo Staley Abhakopa, Sogbayi Ayopo, Eyiomo Olu-

jimi Kehinde, Iyke Chidi, Anthony Moses, Onoyanse Felix, Ajiboye Hammed O. , Odelusi Ayokunle S. and Umoru Mohammed. Others are former Nigerian internationals Deji Aliu and Maria Usifo.

Encouraged by the turnout of coaches, Secretary General of the NOC, Hon Tunde Popoola promised that the NOC will continue to provide the enabling environment for Nigeria sports administrators including the Technical Officials to upgrade their knowledge as well as improve on their skills.

President of the NOC, Engr. Habu Gumel equally commended states for releasing their technical officials for the all important course that will not only enrich their knowledge, but also help in putting them on the IOC/NOC list.

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UCL:Wike, others celebrate Real’s victory in PH Amaka Agbu,

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Port Harcourt overnor Nyesom Ezenwo Wike of Rivers State has celebrated the victory of Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League (UCL) with fanfare. The governor who was overjoyed by the victory stated, during the occasion, that a Real Madrid Football Academy would be established in the state to groom international soccer talents.

Speaking at the Government House Port Harcourt on Tuesday night during the victory party he hosted for Real Madrid fans to celebrate the club’s Champions League Tro-

phy, Governor Wike informed that he has opened discussions with the club management to actualize this goal.

The Governor who is a prominent fan of Real Madrid Football club, said that apart from being a source of entertainment globally, football has proven to be a veritable empowerment tool.

He said: “We will work with the Management of Real Madrid Football Club to ensure that a football academy is sited here in Rivers State. As you know, Rivers State is the headquarters of Real Madrid supporters in Nigeria.”

On the 2017 Champions League final in Cardiff, Gov-

ernor Wike said though most people did not give Real Madrid a chance to lift the trophy, the club displayed its resilience and discipline as it went ahead to create history, adding that in today’s world club football, Real Madrid Football club has a competitive edge over other clubs.

In his remarks, the Head of Service of Rivers State, Mr. Rufus Godwin said that football promoted team spirit and friendship.

He said: “It is only in football that one man cannot play all the wings and score. You need midfielders, defenders and strikers to win a game. I am happy that the governor

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike (4th Right); his wife, Justice Eberechi Suzzette Nyesom-Wike (3rd Right) and others during the celebration of Real Madrid UEFA Champions League victory at the Government House Port Harcourt on Tuesday night. created time to celebrate with the people.”

The Head of Service said that the lesson of football is the promotion of team spirit, which encourages unity of purpose for the development of Rivers State. The celebra-

Man Utd named world’s richest club Mourinho

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anchester United have been named as the world’s most valuable football club for the first time in five years, overtaking La Liga giants Real Madrid.

According to Forbes, whose calculations are based on equity plus net debt, revenues and operating income for the 2015-16 campaign, the Old Trafford outfit are now worth £2.86 billion.

During the season before last, United generated revenue of around 765 million US Dollars - approximately £593 million.

“Manchester United’s return to the top spot is a testament to their powerful brand and marketing acumen,” said Mike Ozanian, assistant managing editor at Forbes Media.

Real, who have been top of the pile for the previous four years, drop to third in the list of most valuable clubs in world football.

Zinedine Zidane’s men recently claimed their second Champions League trophy in as many years and beat rivals Barcelona to the Liga title, but the Catalan side have climbed over Madrid into second place in Forbes’ 14th annual rich list.

tion party which took place at the new Government House, Port Harcourt Amphitheatre attracted commissioners, Special Advisers, Senior Government Officials and Party Leaders.

The event was laced with

music provided by Popular Rivers Gospel Musician, Sensational Dele, jokes, banters and celebratory songs.

Most of the officials at the celebration wore jerseys and insignia of Real Madrid Football club.

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Oil sector contributes over 8% to GDP in Q1 2017 - NBS OpeOluwani Akintayo The National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, has said that the oil sector contributed 8.90 per cent of the total Gross Domestic Product in first quarter of 2017.

This was contained in the latest economic report published by the Bureau on Wednesday.

According to NBS, the 8.90 per cent recorded was down from figures recorded in the corresponding period of 2016, and up from the preceding quarter, where it contributed 10.02 per cent and 6.75

per cent respectively.

Last year, the report said that the oil sector contributed 8.19 per cent of the total real GDP in the 3rd quarter of 2016. The 8.19 per cent was down from figures recorded in the corresponding period of 2015; and the preceding quarter of 2016 recorded at 10.27 per cent (2nd quarter) and 8.26 per cent (1st quarter).

In the First Quarter of 2016, oil production stood at 2.11million barrels per day (mbpd), 0.05mbpd lower from production in Q4 of 2015. Oil production was also lower relative to the corresponding quarter in 2015 by 0.07mbpd,

when output was recorded at 2.18mbpd. As a result, real growth of the oil sector slowed by 1.89 per cent (year-on-year) in Q1 of 2016.

This represents an improvement relative to growth recorded in Q1 2015, when growth slowed by 8.15 per cent. Growth also increased by 6.39 per cent points relative to growth in Q4 of 2015.

Quarter-on-Quarter, growth also improved by 10.27 per cent.

As a share of the economy, the oil sector contributed 10.29 per cent of total real GDP, marginally lower from the share recorded in the corresponding period of 2015, yet higher from the share in Q4 of

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2015 by 2.24 per cent points.

At the 2nd quarter, oil production was estimated at 1.69million barrels per day (mbpd), 0.42 million barrels per day lower from production in First Quarter of 2016. Oil production was also lower relative to the corresponding quarter in 2015 by 0.36million barrels per day when output was recorded at 2.05mbpd.

As a result, real growth in the oil sector was negative 17.48 per cent (year-on-year) in the Second Quarter of 2016. Growth declined by 10.68 per cent points and 15.59 per cent points relative to growth in the Second Quarter of 2015; and

First Quarter of 2016. Quarter-onQuarter, growth also slowed by -19.11 per cent.

As the mainstay of the the economy, the sector contributed 8.26 per cent to total real GDP, down from the contribution recorded in the corresponding period of 2015 and the First Quarter of 2016 by 1.54per cent points and 2.03 per cent points, respectively.

At the 3rd quarter, oil production, according to the NNPC, averaged at 1.63million barrels per day (mbpd), lower from production in second quarter of 2016.

Oil production was also lower relative to the corresponding quarter in 2015 by 0.54million barrels per day, when output was recorded at 2.17mbpd.

As a result, real growth of the oil sector slowed by – 22.01 per cent (year-on-year) in third quarter of 2016.

Ease of Doing Business: Group rallies policy makers on regulation Joy Ekeke

L-R: Head, Corporate Security and Investigation Services (CSIS), FCT/ North, Adekeye James; Regional Legal Head, FCT/North, Wilson Joan; Compliance Officer, FCT, Adejo Oche; Regional Controller, Internal Control Group, FCT/North, Teju Bhadmus; Area Controller, Internal Control Group, FCT, Adebowale Adewale and Head, CSIS, Adeleke Adeyinka, all of Ecobank Nigeria at the NeFF cybercrime workshop in Abuja, recently.

IMF warns against over dependence on oil, says right prices can raise revenue by 3.5% OpeOluwani Akintayo The International Monetary Funds, IMF, has said that it is important

BUSINESS TIMES Business Editor Ganiyu Obaaro Deputy Business Editor Azubike Nnadozie Asst. Business Editor Simon Ugwu Capital Market Editor Bonny Amadi

every country gets its energy prices right, given the volatility of the sector.

IMF argued that through that it could raise revenue by 3.5 per cent, reduces carbon emission by 25 per cent and reduces fossil fuel air pollution by over 60 per cent.

The IMF has long argued that energy prices that reflect environmental costs can help governments achieve their goals not only for improving public health but also for in-

clusive growth and sound public finances. ” According to the IMF estimates, “getting energy prices right would reduce global carbon dioxide emissions by about 25 per cent and raise extra government revenues of 3.5 per cent of GDP. Extra revenue gives room, for example, for governments to reduce some types of taxes (such as those imposed on labour) that weigh down growth; raise growth-enhancing public ex-

penditure (e.g., for infrastructure, health and education); and finance targeted cash transfers for the poor.”

It says that in addition, “with energy prices no longer artificially cheap, countries would have strong incentives for investment in cutting-edge clean energy and transportation technologies.”

IMF, in a statement on Wednesday, the body said a number of countries such as, Egypt, Indonesia, Mexico, and

The ongoing effort by the Federal Government to attract investors into the economy and reduce the strains associated with doing business in the country, a group has urged policy makers to keep faith with the policy, so as to achieve sustainable results.

The group, Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ), through an interactive engagement on Tuesday, rallied policy makers on the task of providing and regulating an enabling business environment to sustain and attract investments into the country.

The breakfast event, which held at the WheatBaker Hotel in Lagos, drew professionals from the private and public sectors.

Nigeria currently ranks 169 out of an index of 190 countries globally on the ease of doing business and 37th in Africa. This poor ranking, experts say, has prompted the Federal Government to embark on specific reforms to make the country more attractive to investors.

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NiMET concludes MobileMet frequency details with NCC, MTN Tony Nwakaegho Prof. Sani Mashi, Director-General, Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has revealed that the agency has concluded all necessary details on its MobileMet as a frequency with the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC).

Mashi made this disclosure at the opening of a workshop for State Metrological Inspectors (SMI) and Chief Metrological Technologists (CMT).

Mashi said NIMET is the first in Africa to get ISO 2015 certification and is targeting 30million subscribers daily from its MobileMet at N1 per day.

“We are the first agency in the whole of Africa to get

the ISO 2015. It is an achievement that we need to celebrate,” he said.

“On MobileMet, we have approached NCC and the Commission has allocated a frequency to us and we have also discussed with MTN. We have reached necessary agreement with MTN. “The law setting NIMET has empowered us to render such services. If we get about 30million subscribers on a daily basis at N1.00, it means the agency we be making N30million daily,” DG Nigerian Meteorological Agency said.

He lamented that the agency is presently faced with a number of challenges, ranging from capacity deficit to inadequacy of density of network stations.

L – R: Emmanuel Nnorom, CEO, Heirs holdings; Haruna Jalo-Waziri, Executive Director, Capital Markets Division, The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE); and Adim Jibunoh, CEO, Transcorp Plc at the Closing Gong Ceremony to introduce the new management of Transcorp today.

10,000MW: Achievable come 2019 – Fashola Simon Ugwu

The Federal Government’s promise of providing 10,000 Megawatts is a nonissue as the country has the installed capacity to provide 12,000 Megawatts all things being equal.

This is given the availability of gas supply by gas companies, so also payment of the gas supplied

by Power Generation Companies (GENCOs) and the Distribution Companies (DISCOs) in turn pay for power supplied by the Generation Companies.

Report says that the Federal

Government, through the Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Mr Babatunde Fashola, promised that the 10,000 Megawatts is feasible come 2019.

If the country wants to move to 12,000Megawatts in a matter of months as the country has the installed capacity.

The solution is simply taking care of the few challenging inhibiting the performance of the stakeholders in the power value chain.

The minister in a statement said that the target could still be realized in spite of the current

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blind-spots through policy decisions that would help businesses thrive.

She said, “Some metrics have started to improve, but government still has to move beyond removing bottlenecks to proactively orchestrating those decisions that will deliver the expectations of the private sector.”

Addressing the issue of the private sector skepticism on government reform implementation, Managing Director, Nigerian Ports Authority, Hadiza Bala Usman, assured that the government was committed to improving the ease of doing business in the country.

She cited the recent mandate given that 24hour service be provided in the ports, as an example of government’s seriousness.

“The mandate issued to all agencies of government at the ports to render 24hour services will result in enhanced synergy,” she said.

She said that in order to ensure transparency and speed in the exit and entry of goods, the NPA licensing process would be online in the next six weeks.

She also said that the NPA and the Dangote Group and Flour Mills have agreed on a N1.8Billion deal to fully rehabilitate the ApapaWharf Road.

challenges facing the power sector, adding that all the measures put in place in the Power Sector Recovery Programme by the present administration were geared towards actualising government’s objective of achieving incremental, steady and uninterrupted power supply to Nigerians.

He pointed out that the amount of power available on the grid on May 29, 2015, the day President Muhammadu Buhari took office, was 2,690MW and on May 29, 2017, the power on the grid was 4,014MW. Fashola also stated that on Feb-

ruary 10, 2016, for the first time in the history of electricity generation in Nigeria, the nation attained 5,074MW.

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Dana MD commends aviation agencies on ‘ease of doing business’ Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo The Group Managing Director of Dana Air, Mr Jacky Hathiramani, has applauded aviation agencies for the swiftness and commitment shown so far in the implementation of the Executive Orders as signed by Acting President Yemi Osinbajo.

Mr Hathiramani, who made this known during a chat with journalists in Lagos said, ‘the recently signed executive orders by Acting President Yemi Osinbajo is a welcome development and underscores President Muhammedu Buhari’s commitment towards creating a favorable environment for businesses, particularly local businesses to thrive, and promoting our made in Nigeria goods and services.’’

He said, “Apart from the fact that

aviation industry is critical to the economy of our nation, I believe the executive order will take away unnecessary bureaucracies at the airport, provide solutions to a lot of anomalies in the system and open a vista of opportunities not just in the aviation industry, but all sectors of the economy.’’

He said, “We also need to commend our aviation agencies for the swift reaction in carrying out the order.

Aviation is a key sector like I said earlier; and the progress and commitment shown so far by our agencies are exemplary. What is now left is for us to see how these changes will have a positive impact on the operations of domestic airlines in the country.’’

He said the airline was committed to offer best services to Nigerians with support from the agencies in addressing challenges facing it.

HoS underscores essence of succession planning in organisation Joy Ekeke As a result of loss of experienced personnel without adequate replacement processes, the Ondo State Government through the Office of the Head of Service and Supreme Management Training and Consultancy Services Lagos, organised a training programme on Succession Planning and Performance Management for Human Resource Officers and Senior Management Staff of the Civil Service.

The Ondo State Head of Service, Barrister Toyin Akinkuotu while declaring the programme open stated that Succession Planning and Performance Management are key in any establishment that must bequeath healthy legacies to the up-coming generation of technocrats.

Speaking at the event held in Ondo State Public Service Training Institute, Akinkuotu in his speech said it is clear knowledge that Ondo State public service is top heavy today as a result of inadequate succession planning in the past years.

He said categorically that rather than having a pyramidal-shaped service in the bureaucratic system, the system now has a ‘V’-shaped public service and the level of productivity has continued to dwindle overtime.

He said the core values of probity, transparency, accountability, efficient and effective service delivery would continue to be entrenched in the state public service structure, adding that as the hub of public service activities, his office was aware of its clear mandate to provide leadership and direction.

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Fitch explains improvement in foreign currency liquidity for banks Fitch Ratings has said banks’ ability to access foreign currency has improved considerably since the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) introduced a foreign exchange “window” at end-April aimed at investors and exporters.

According to the report, improved access to Foreign Currency (FC) means that liquidity pressures have, for now, eased for the banks, adding that the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Rate Fixing (NAFEX) mechanism, commonly referred to as the Investors’ and Exporters’ Foreign Exchange(IEFX) Window, appears to be boosting FC supply and the flow of FC liquidity into the banking system.

It said, “FC was in acute short supply through much of 2016 and early 2017, restricting imports and forcing several Nigerian banks to extend maturities on their trade finance obligations.

“NAFEX provides investors and exporters with a more transparent mechanism through which they can sell FC to willing buyers. Authorised banks act as intermediaries, clearing funds supplied by portfolio investors and exporters and ensuring timely execution of settlement for buyers. Despite its short record, volumes transacted

The Federal Government plans to sell N236.66 billion of short-dated treasury bills (T-bills) at an auction on June 14, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) said on Wednesday.

The apex banking regulating body said it plans to sell N39 billion of threemonth debt, N23.02 billion of six-month bills and N174.64 billion of one-year notes, using a Dutch auction system. Payment will be due the day after the auction.

The CBN issues T-bills twice a month to finance a budget deficit, help manage commercial lenders’ liquidity and curb rising inflation.

However, the CBN has revealed that Naira in circulation dropped by 3.9 per cent in May to N1.89

through NAFEX are growing.

It said NAFEX offers a more transparent alternative to accessing FC than is available through the other foreign-exchange markets in the country.

Further, it said, “The CBN was the main supplier of FC during the height of the FC liquidity crisis and it still sells FC to the market through regular auctions, with banks acting as intermediaries. Its official exchange rate is NGN305 to the US dollar but it sets alternative official rates at its FC auctions and different rates apply for retail, wholesale, personal and small business purchasers of FC. “NAFEX introduces yet another exchange rate, which adds to the confusion, but its rates are set by market participants and this is already attracting greater volumes than other exchange mechanisms According to the report

by Fitch, the ability of market participants to set their own rates under NAFEX is also forcing down exchange rates on the parallel markets which he says is positive for the banks as it helps to draw funds back into the banking sector.

However it says from its discussions with banks, the interventions by CBN has been limited.

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Naira records highest gain in 2017 closes at 365/$1 Stories by Motolani Oseni

The Nigerian currency, the Naira on Wednesday continued on a gaining streak to close at the year’s best rate of N365 to a US Dollar, compared to N368 traded on Tuesday at the parallel market.

Although, the new Naira rate varies from market to market, while some unofficial market operators sold at 365 to record a highest in the year rate, others insisted on 368, the same rate it was sold on Tuesday.

The Naira, which strengthened on Tuesday for the first time in the week, gained further against the three major currencies, with appreciable gains against the Pound Sterling and Euro, traded at 460 and 410, respectively, against 475 and 429 exchanged the previous day.

At the interbank market, the naira, which was sold on Tuesday at 324.50 to a dollar, closed at 416.82 against the pound and 363.79 to the Euro, respectively. It however dropped slightly on Wednesday at

the official forex market to close at 305.60 against 305.55 that has been trading in the last few weeks.

However, the local currency gained significantly at the Investors and Exporters FX window, to open at 377.14 against 377.91 it did in the previous day, while closed at 373.53.

The central bank had injected $190m into forex market, which was responsible for the further gain recorded over the three global major currencies.

The local currency had closed at 371/dollar on Fri-

day, having appreciated to 374/dollar on Thursday from 382/dollar recorded on Wednesday.

Last week, the naira closed at 382/dollar from Monday to Wednesday.

However, Africa’s largest economy, grappling with a currency crisis brought on by low oil prices which hammered its foreign reserves and created chronic dollar shortages, has resorted to regular injections of dollars by the central bank to narrow the spread between the official and black market rates.

L – R: Chairman/chief executive officer, Ishabro group, Hon. Chief Charles Okeke; editor, Waka About Africa, Miss Chinyere Ogidi, chairman of the occasion, Chief Mike Ahamba and the representative of the minister of information and culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, Mrs Dma’aji Bavenza, during Waka About Africa 5th Anniversary/Conference 2017, held in Lagos on Wednesday.

FG to raise N236.6bn from Treasury-bills next week trillion from N1.97 trillion in April.

This is in line with CBN motives to mop-up excess liquidity from the banking system that has resulted in drop in inflation rate.

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has said inflation rate dropped to 17.24 per cent in April, third consecutive month of a decline attributable to exhibiting effects of some easing in already

Godwin Emefiele, CBN Governor

high food and non-food prices, as well as favourable base effects over 2016 prices.

Naira in circulation hits the lowest so far in 2017 from N1.99 trillion it was in January.

Just last week, the apex bank sold short-term naira debt at three different yields, with a 91-day treasury bills yield sold for 13.5 per cent, while a 182 day bills sold for 17.1 per cent and a 364 day bill on the other hand sold for 18.7 per cent.

Although, the recently released results of its latest treasury bills auction showed that it was it was fully subscribed and yields were, well, as expected.

According to data from

the FMDQ OTC, a 91 day treasury bill is going for 17.43 per cent, 182 day 20.21 per cent And 343 day 21.66 per cent respectively.

But financial analysts believed that it seems odd with market behaviour.

Typically, primary market yields track secondary market yields as the latter is an indication of how much investors want. So, who is buying treasury bills at a lower yield in the primary market when they can get a better yield in the secondary market?

It is however, worthy of notes that since the beginning of May, there has been a growing divergence between treasury bills and yields in the secondary market. In par-

ticular, the 91-day and 182day yields are much lower at the auction as against in secondary market trading.

According to an analyst who will not want to be named officially, “the move reflects CBN actions to curb system liquidity which has resulted in the apex bank issuing OMO bills almost on a daily basis. This has pushed secondary market yields higher.”

OMO, which refers to the Open Market Operations, an instrument used by the CBN to control money supply, currently trades at a premium of about 5 per cent to the Monetary Policy Rates, another occurrence we find intriguing.

Capital Market B4 TransCorp assures shareholders of sustained value

Market value gains N168bn, driven by oil and gas, industrial stocks

Bonny Amadi

Afolabi Adesola

Transnational Corporation of Nigeria (TransCorp) Plc, has assured its shareholders of sustained value creation in their company and investment value.

The assurance was given in Lagos on Wednesday, when the CEO Heirs Holdings, Mr. Emmanuel Nnorom, led the new CEO Transcorp Plc, Mr. Adim Jibunoh and the management team to the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE), for the formal introduction of the new management team to the NSE, as well as, the capital market operators.

Some of the new management team of Transcorp Plc that accompanied the new CEO on the visit included, Chris Ezeafulukwe, Group General Counsel, Napoleon Esemudje, Director of Resources, and Transcorp. The visit afforded them the opportunity to interact with the dealing members, as they charted the way forward.

CEO Transcorp Plc, Mr. Adim Jibunoh, was accorded the rare opportunity to sound the closing bell of the Exchange Mr. Adim said that the company is positioned to return value to investors’ confidence, faith and commitment to the company, through sustained value creation and returns to investments value. He assured that the company will continue to enhance earnings through its power subsidiary, hospitality subsidiary and agro and allied division among others.

He said that Transcorp Hotel Abuja, having perfected its facilities upgrade, offers greater value addition services to clients, innovation which was carried out with the satisfaction of clients at heart as well as creating value for all stakeholders.

The unveiling of the new Executive Floors at Transcorp Hilton Abuja is only one phase of the on-going $100 million renovation project. All 667 rooms and suites will be upgraded innovatively and aesthetically with a variety of new features.

The restaurants and bars are being redesigned for an upgraded experience in the hotel’s food and beverage offering.

Trading activities on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) on Wednesday, rebounded with market capitalisation increasing by N168 billion.

The gains recorded were attributed to the growth of 2.01 per cent posted in the industrial sector and a 2.97 per cent appreciation in oil and gas stocks. This resulted in an overall growth of 1.51 per cent in the lead market indices that settled at N11.299 trillion and 32,686.72 points respectively.

The market capitalisation rose by N168 billion or 1.51 per cent to close at N11.299 trillion, against the N11.131 trillion recorded on Tuesday, while the All-Share Index, which opened at 32,200.38, appreciated by

According to him,”The renovation is more than just an upgrade of a physical hotel. It is a complete overhaul of the experience. If you are one of many guests that already enjoyed what the Transcorp Hilton Abuja had to offer, you are in for a pleasant surprise when you revisit our new executive floors.”

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486.34 points or 1.51 per cent to close at 32,686.72.

Seplat recorded the highest price gain to lead the gainers’ table for the day, gaining N18.37 to close at N385.87 per share.

Dangote Cement followed with a gain of N7.47 to close at N208.97; and Total Plc garnered N5.01 to close at N275.01 per share.

Forte Oil appreciated by N4.90 to close at N52.92, while International Breweries increased by N2.46 to close at N26.53 per share.

On the other hand, Mobil Oil recorded the highest loss for the day, declining by N1.56 to close at N287 per share.

Nestle Nigeria trailed with a loss of N1 to close at N964; and Nigerian Breweries shed 99k to close at N155.01 per share.

FBN Holdings was down by 65k to close at N6.40, while Guar-

anty Trust Bank shed 30k to close at N33.70 per share.

However, the volume of shares traded dipped by 33 per cent with an exchange of 499.11 million shares valued at N4.07 billion, transacted in 6,424 deals.

This is in contrast to the 744.99 million shares worth N6.52 billion traded in 7,841 deals on Tuesday.

FBN Holdings topped trading activities for the day, accounting for 99.81 million shares worth N639.35 million.

United Bank for Africa followed with 62.18 million shares valued at N525.98 million, while Diamond Bank traded 58.06 million shares worth N73.26 million.

Fidelity Bank exchanged 42.76 million shares valued at N52.98 million; and Access Bank, sold 36.05 million shares worth N343.78 million.

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Adeosun, CEO’s to articulate challenges, opportunities at NSE Bonny Amadi Chief Executive officers of listed companies in Nigeria would x-ray the Nigeria’s investment climate and operating environment at the third Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE), Bloomberg roundtable in Lagos.

Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, Minister of Finance, will set the pace for the discussion, keynote presentation, panel discussions, and research/analysis on the Nigerian economy from a Bloomberg economist.

The event, scheduled to hold on Friday, June 16, 2017, at Stock Exchange House, Marina, Lagos, themed: “Innovating Out of Nigeria’s Recession: Exploring New Paradigms for Nigeria’s Economic Growth,” will address the topical issue of resource dependency and the alignment of the economic recovery plan, as well as, the roadmap to insulate the Nigerian economy from the shocks that come with it.

The annual NSE Bloomberg CEO Roundtable, is a platform that ensures continuous dialogue with key stakeholders and provides strategic solutions to economic issues for follow up implementation by The Exchange in its capital market advocacy role.

LafargeHolcim commits $300m in Lafarge Africa Stories by Bonny Amadi

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Shareholders of Lafarge Africa Plc on Wednesday, in Lagos, during its 58TH Annual General Meeting (AGM), approved dividend proposal of N5.8 billion, or N1.05 per share, for shareholders, whose names appeared in the company’s register by the date of its closure.

The dividend payment represents 34.7 per cent of the company’s net income after taxation for the financial year ended, 31 December 2016 The shareholders also gave their unanimous endorsement to the board, to raise N140 billion fresh funds through rights issues, as well as, power to decide means of raising the funds, as well as giving endorsement to all the relevant documents supporting the rights issues, which, however, is

subject to regulatory approvals.

This was coming as the majority shareholders in the company, LafargeHolcim, is poised to commit $300 million in the company, by taking all its rights in the yetto-be floated rights issue, demonstrating strong commitment to Nigeria’s economy.

Shareholders of the company, however expressed concern that the company may delist from the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) after raising the expected funds via rights, as it may give the majority shareholders opportunity to bloat their holdings.

Chairman of the company, Mr. Mobolaji Balogun, in his address, urged all shareholders to take up their rights in the rights issues, adding that only such commitment would ensure that majority

shareholders of the company retain their initial 72.59 per cent holding.

He said that the demand for cement, which in the prior years to 2016, grew steadily, flattened in 2016, when oil prices dropped remarkably, with devaluation in the Naira. He, however, commended the board for actions to reduce effects of devaluation of the naira on the company, commissioning of the new line in Mfamosing, as well as, the ongoing transformative initiatives.

Lafarge Africa Chairman said that the right issues , expected to commence by the end of third

quarter and closed in the fourth quarter, following regulatory approvals, is coming after 12 years of financing all investments through internally generated funds and debts financed by the majority shareholders, other lenders and bond holders.

Its last found raising was in 2005.

Summary of activities on NSE ASI DEALS

32,686.72 6,424.00

VOLUME

499,107,574.00

VALUE

4,074,066,535.54

CAP

11,299,981,809,591.05

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D aily M ark e t Ro u n d U p B e n c h m a r k In d ex Re b o u n ds o n Re n e w e d In t e r est i n D A N G CE M u p 1.5 % Th e Nig eria n Bo urse reco u p e d Tu esday s loss as t h e A ll Sh are In d ex (ASI) a d d e d 1.5 % t o close a t 32,686.72 poin ts, w hilst YTD g ain exp a n d e d t o 21.6 % .

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Brands & Marketing B6 South African Premier at Lagos Business School, lists factors for Africa’s economic growth The Premier of Guateng, South Africa, David Makhura has identified inter- African co-operation as the major plank for ‘Africa Rising’ and the economic growth of the continent.

Makhura,who delivered a lecture at the Lagos Business School (LBS) recently, said that the various factors, which determine and shape the ‘Africa Rising’narrative, included production and manufacturing of goods by African countries; youth empowerment; strong leadership and governance; active participation; and investment by the middle- class in their own countries and other African countries cohesively. “There is no African country that can advance and make progress without working with other African countries.”

He said that even though economic growth played a key role in Africa, it was not the only factor that should be considered in the ‘Africa Rising’, saying, “The Africa rising narrative misses the point because it does not address the issues we as Africans are concerned about. It is not enough to look only into economic growth to determine the rise of Africa.”

Makhura said that youth employment was necessary because a common problem in Africa is youth unemployment; and there is a dire need for African countries to develop their huge human resources, as the youths are Africa’s greatest asset. he said, “Africa is a youthful continent; its youth are its greatest asset.

We must continue to invest in our youth, as they are drivers of regeneration.”

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Expert canvasses programmatic advertising as panacea for Stories by Godwin Anyebe An expert in advertising, Vytautas Paukstys, who is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Eskimi DSP, has said that programmatic advertising remains a viable option for businesses to enhance marketing campaign strategies.

He said that it is pertinent for brand managers to understand what this branch of online display advertising actually does, especially in this changing global economy, who.

Paukstys, who made this known recently in Lagos said that; “Programmatic is using the computer to decide where to place ads. In more technical terms, it uses algorithms and bid pricing to reach your desired customers.”

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According to him, “Digital’s key challenge is to prove itself in the eyesof decision makers.

No CMO would question the benefits of billboards, yet these benefits are 10 times less quantifiable than digital benefits.

With programmatic, you define your target audience, you know exactly how many people you reached, how many of them engaged and you can implement different tracking tools to know how many people converted. Based on this, digital is driving huge value to clients to track the whole user journey and calculate conversions.”

He added that programmatic, by its nature, is cost-efficient; adding that Eskimi has cur-

cost- efficient. It buys ad space from publishers in auction process, paying the lowest price for available inventory. Recent development in technology enables us to incorporate rich media and video into programmatic campaign.”

While highlighting the opportunities available in programmatic, Paukstys said: “In terms of market volume, South Africa is leading the way; with Nigeria in close second.

In terms of share of marketing budget, however, Kenya trumps Nigeria in digital. They have a keener understanding of digital innovation, avidly consuming rich media, programmatic and DMP tools.’.

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Indomie commemorates Children’s Day with over 100, 000 kids As part of the activities marking the 2017 Children’s Day celebration, Indomie Fan Club (IFC); one of Nigeria’s largest children-based fan club, has organised a fun-filled children’s party for over 100, 0000 school children across the country.

The firm and also used the event to reward winners of the ‘Indomie Show Your Talent Competition,’ which started in April.

Speaking recently on this development recently in Lagos, the Group Public Relations and Events’ Manger, Dufil Prima Foods Plc, Mr. Tope Ashiwaju said that the celebration, which is replicated across the country, has been decentralized to make it

rently serves ads to 40 million Internet-ready devices in Nigeria, by placing them on 20,000 sites and apps.

He said,“We sought to stand out with a brand promise that incorporates wide reach, dataenriched audiences, cost efficiency, diversity in creative formats and brand safety.”

He said, “To that end, our programmatic platform serves ads to 40 million Internet-ready devices in Nigeria, by placing them on 20,000 sites and apps.

More crucial is the way we segment this audience by device types, browsing habits, age, gender, location and socio-economic class.”

He said,“Programmatic is

accessible to more children in the hinterland with such fun centres.

According to him, “One of the reasons for the event, is because some of these kids may not have the privilege to go to such places to celebrate children’s day, more so as some of their parents may not have the time or resources to do, so, the brand is filling the gap and providing such ambience for the kids to have fun.”

Ashiwaju added that, “This annual event targets at least 100,000 kids over the period of the celebration days with over a thousand schools across the country. In spite of the monetary cost, the joy on the faces of the hosted children, as they bonded with one another, was paramount to Indomie.” Com-

menting on the competition, the Coordinator of Indomie Fan’s Club, Mrs. Faith Joshua, said that “It was a deliberate act that the grand finale of the Indomie Fan’s club, ‘Show Your Talent Competition’, which started in April, simultaneously held during the Children’s Day celebration’s week. The competition is one of the many ways through which the brand is engaging with kids by giving them opportunities to express their creative talents and abilities.”

In the final stage of the competition, the top ten that qualified from all over the country battled it out for the first, second and third positions with cash prizes for the best in each region of the Indomie fan’s club nationwide.

CCSNL rebrands, promises better service delivery Customer Contact Solutions Nigeria Limited CCSNL, has unveiled ‘OUTCESS,’ as its new name to commemorate its 12th anniversary of effective business operation.

At an event in Lagos attended by patrons and other stakeholders of the company, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, OUTCESS, Mr. Ikenna Odike, said the decision of the leading integrated customer engagement and business process outsourcing firm to re-brand and refresh its identity, was informed by the need to raise the bar of its business and redefine its operation.

He also added that his company would focus much more on technology infrastructure,

innovation and collaboration to add value to customer’s demand.

He said,“This rebranding is more than just a cosmetic make over. It is our new calling card and the tie that binds our community of partners. It is a guarantee of innovation, fresh thinking, better solutions and exceptional customer experiences. It is our solemn promise to empower people teams and organisations to do more.”

According to him, “We deliver innovative digital solutions that empower and optimise the performance of people, teams and organisations. The CCSNL enters its 12th year in June. There is so much to talk about, so much to be thankful for.”

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BOA: Stakeholders call for restructuring, spread Stakeholders in the agricultural sector have called on the Federal Government to restructure the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), so as to reposition it to respond effectively to emerging challenges.

They made the call on Tuesday in Lagos, in separate interviews with journalists during the Project Completion Review (PCR) of the Rural Finance Institution Building Programme (RUFIN).

Dr Steve Ogidan, RUFIN Consultant and PCR Team Leader, said that the bank’s restructuring had become imperative to enable it to compete favourably with other lending institutions.

He said, “The exercise

is very urgent because, the bank is not fitting into any of the financial institutions’ operations; BOA lacks the capacity to operate freely like other banks.

For it to be farmers-friendly, the bank must operate to its full capacity; it must have the ability to respond favourably to the challenges of the 21st Century.’’

Ogidan added that for the bank to be effective, it must be independent, saying, “The structure of the bank has not allowed the micro-finance system to be effective in all the bank’s branches across the country.’’

He said that each of the BOA branches should be allowed to operate as an independent Micro-Finance In-

stitution (MFI), adding that the arrangement would enable the branches to be sustainable.

“BOA should be reorganised; it should use its strength and presence across rural areas in the country to deepen financial inclusion for rural households across the country,’’ he said.

Ogidan also urged the bank to ensure that it is Information Technologycompliant in all its rural branches, adding that the bank should jettison the analogue system of operations.

Mr Olusina Sobande, Data Management Officer in the Lagos Office of RUFIN, said that going by the manual of RUFIN project,

BOA and Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) were partners in the business, while MFBs were only collaborators.

He also underscored the need for BOA to be ITcompliant, so as to enable it to perform creditably well like other financial institutions.

“For any farmer to have access to loans, such farmer must look for a top civil servant to sign the loan forms as a guarantor. However, under RUFIN, all that is needed is for an official of the programme to be your guarantor; even at that it does not work, he said.

According to him, “All applications from the local government areas must get to the BOA office at the

Wheat farmers want policy on production

Wheat Farmers Association of Nigeria on Tuesday, called on the Federal Government to put in place a national policy on wheat to encourage wheat farmers and boost production.

The National President of the association, Alhaji Salim Muhammad, made the call in Kano on Tuesday, while speaking to journalists on the issues affecting the farm product.

He said that the policy would guide decision makers in establishing conscious plans and actions that would guarantee improved wheat production in

the country.

Muhammad, who is also a member of the Presidential Task Force on Wheat, nonetheless, expressed regret over the continuous neglect of wheat farming by various governments.

He said that wheat farmers across the country had not enjoyed government support since the 2017 farming season, adding that the development had forced many wheat farmers out of business.

He said that the proposed policy should encompass wheat processing, packaging and marketing.

Also speaking, Alhaji

Farouk Rabiu, the Chairman of Kano State chapter of All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), said that wheat farmers in the state were facing the challenge of inadequate improved seeds.

He said that hitch-free supplies of improved varieties of wheat seeds would boost wheat production in the country.

Rabiu said that wheat farmers in Kano State were currently producing between two and three tonnes of wheat per hectare.

He said that the production would increase if improved seeds were provided for the farmers.

state capital before they are transferred to the headquarters in Kaduna, and this will take another three months.’’

Sobande, however, said that even though BOA had good credit facilities for farmers, the bank, nonetheless, had no serious considerations for the planting season.

“Most times, when the money comes, it might not be useful for crop growing in the planting season, so the bank needs a lot of reengineering to enable it to

meet the farmers’ challenges,’’ he said.

Mr Akin Ogunsola, a farmer, said that BOA had not been able to meet the farmers’ demands like other banks.

He said that for its operations to be effective, BOA should perform operations that were akin to those of micro finance banks, while its management should reorganise its working processes.

Ogunsola, however, noted that the bank branches lacked the capacity to de-

Lawmaker lifts farmers with rice seedlings, herbicides worth N2.5M

Kano State Commissioner for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Dr. Nasiry Gawuna decried lack of high-quality seeds facing wheat cultivation in the state.

Gawuna said that the state government had spent N50 million on the procurement of improved wheat seeds, adding that it had made the seeds available to wheat farmers in the state.

The commissioner said that the state government had revived fertiliser blending plant, so as to make the product available and affordable to farmers in the state.

A member of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Alhaji Tanko Tunga, on Tuesday, distributed 400 bags of rice seedlings and herbicides worth N2.5million to no fewer than 400 farmers in Awe North Constituency of the state.

Tunga, at the ceremony, appealed to the farmers to plant the seedlings to boost rice production in the area and the state at large.

He said they should embrace farming in order to achieve food security in the state and the country at large.

The lawmaker said that for the country to achieve food sufficiency, youths and other Nigerians must return to the farm.

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According to him,“No society can live comfortably without agriculture; agriculture is the major source of livelihood of every family and nation.“ Alhaji Hashimu Janda, Chairman, Interim Management Committee of Awe Local Government Area of the state, advised Nigerians to pray for peace and unity of the country.

He also urged them to live in peace and tolerate one another irrespective of ethnic, religious and political affiliations.

Alhaji Salisu Na’Allah, one of the beneficiaries, who spoke on behalf of the other beneficiaries, promised to use the items for the purpose they were meant.

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GAC cars get boost as Holyfield opted for Chinese cars It was another celebration for GAC Motors recently when the organisers of the golden jubilee of Lagos State opted for the Chinese brand as the official car company for the Rumble in Lagos boxing-entertainment event.

Though the former governor of Lagos State, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, was not present at the occasion as advertised ‘fight’, his ‘opponent’, Evander Holyfield, and the referee, Prof. Wole Soyinka, did!

Expectedly, when Holyfield and his entourage arrived in Lagos from the United States last week for the event, a fleet of cars provided by GAC Motors, including SUVs and sedans, was waiting at the airport for him and was part of his itinerary till he departed.

Always led by the luxurious, top-of-the-range GS8 SUV, including during a visit to the GAC Motors head office in Victoria Island, where a press conference was held, GAC showed why its products are acknowledged in parts of the world for their comfortable ride, attractive design and state-of-the-art technologies.

Welcoming Holyfield to GAC Motors, Chief Diana Chen, chairman/CEO of Choice International Group, the sole distributor of GAC Motors in Nigeria, said her company was glad to associate with Lagos on the anniversary and host the boxing legend.

Chen reiterated the commitment of her company to supporting initiatives that promote sports entertainment, youth empowerment and the general wellbeing of the Nigerian populace. According to her, GAC Motor was delighted that some of its exquisite products would serve as official cars for Holyfield and his entourage during their stay in Nigeria.

With a 17-year track record of developing strong business networks, Choice International Group has earned the reputation of introducing top-notch brands and providing exceptional products and services to customers.

CIG recently built a facility for semi-knockeddown (SKD) assembly of GAC vehicles in Nigeria, and plans to expand its business ventures into the retail industry with the introduction of the popular Miniso supermarket chain

Cars45, Automedics Africa to boost job creation in Nigeria Nigeria’s technology-driven auto startup, Cars45, has partnered with Africa’s top auto maintenance/repair and training facilitators, Automedics Ltd, to boost job creation for auto technicians and engineers in the fast growing local used-car sales and maintenance market.

Cars45’s innovative business model focuses on the used-car market and creates value by ensuring potential sellers get paid for their cars in less than an hour! This is made possible through its easy-to-use online portal, www.cars45. com; vehicle owners simply input their car details for quotation. Following that, an appointment is scheduled at any of Cars45’s 15 inspection centres spread across Lagos and Abuja and Port Harcourt.

Evaluation of the physical or aesthetics, mechanical and electrical status of the vehicle is done by cer-

tified Automedics technicians and engineers. They check the year of manufacture, mechatronics status, the electrical architecture’s integrity—e.g., the wiringharness, body work, etc.

And finally, a touchy-feely drivability road test is conducted.

After the exhaustive practical evaluation, Cars45 makes the seller an offer which is based on the evaluation result. If the offer is accepted, Cars45 pays the amount into the owner’s bank account within 45 minutes.

The synergy with Automedics will inevitably help increase job opportunities for auto specialists because of our aggressive expansion programme over the next few months. This commitment is to further provide consumers with robust and transparent feedback when dealing with the historically abused average locally-used car seller.

L-R: Chairman, Nigerian Automobile Manufacturers Association (NAMA), Mr. Tokunbo Aromolarann; DG NADDC, Mr Jelani Aliyu and Vice Chairman, NAMA Alhaji Ibrahim Dutsinma Boyi when the National Executive of NAMA came for a courtesy visit to NADDC office in Abuja recently.

NADDC to strengthen implementation of auto policy Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) had declared a renewed commitment to strengthen the implementation of the Nigerian Automotive Industry Development Plan (NAIDP) in order to make serve the best interest of all Nigerians.

In addition, the Council said it would team up with relevant stakeholders towards ensuring early enactment of the auto policy into law by the National Assembly.

NADDC Director Gen-

eral, Mr. Jelani Aliyu, MFR, made these declarations in Abuja yesterday while receiving the national executive of the Nigerian Automobile Manufacturers Association (NAMA) led by its Chairman, Mr. Tokunbo Aromolaran (MD VON) and Vice Chairman, Alhaji Ibrahim Dutsinma Boyi (MD PAN) who came on a courtesy visit.

Mr. Jelani Aliyu emphasized that the Council was also committed to putting in place an affordable vehicle financing scheme which would enhance the capacity of Nigerians across the country to buy new made

in Nigeria vehicles instead of patronizing second hand vehicles.

He looked forward to working very closely with NAMA members and other stakeholders in the auto industry with a view to making Nigeria a major vehicle manufacturing hub; not just to meet national demand but also for exports.

Speaking earlier, NAMA Chairman, Mr. Tokunbo Aromolaran described the recent appointment of Mr. Jelani Aliyu as fixing a round peg in a round hole and expressed the determination of the stakeholders to team up with him in

moving the auto industry in Nigeria to an enviable height.

He said that the auto policy introduced about three years ago had succeeded in springing back to life active assembly operations and new investments in the auto industry.

Mr. Aromolaran requested to create a period of protection to enable the young industries grow to a stage where they could compete; and to also shield the auto industry from the menace of unrestricted dumping of second hand vehicles in the country.

Nissan to unveil facelifted X-Trail

Nissan has revealed the facelifted version of its X-Trail, and newcomer is due to touch on local turf around November this year.

Although we’ve already seen the US-spec, Rogue-

badged version of this vehicle, the European-market XTrail that you see here will be more similar to the local model, although SA specs and pricing will only be finalised closer to the time.

The most exciting technological addition to the

X-Trail is Nissan’s ProPilot semi-autonomous driving technology, which will be available in Europe from 2018. Our contact at Nissan SA said that local models would have “certain elements of Intelligent Mobility”, although exact details

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will only be made known at launch.

According to Nissan, ProPilot is able to control the steering, acceleration and braking within a single lane on well-marked highways, both at high cruising speeds and in heavy congestion.

Other available ‘Intelligent Mobility’ gadgets include Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Recognition and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.

The X-Trail’s exterior alterations are more apparent upfront, where it wears a much larger ‘V-motion’ grille as well as a redesigned bumper and revised headlights sporting a ‘boomerang’ daytime running light signature. Full LED headlights are available too, now sporting an adaptive front lighting system.

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No sacred cows in Edo –Osakue

Don’t violate laws banning CDAs ET 2 in Benin –Oba of Benin

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Treason: Lawyer writes Osinbajo over alleged illegal detention of Edo Activist ÏÏÏ Legal Counsel to incar-

Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki and his Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaiubu inspecting the progress of work on Lucky way.

Obaseki urges communities to protect public projects Stories by Titus Akhigbe Benin

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Edo State Governor, Mr Godwin Obaseki,has called on communities to protect public assets and infrastructures in their domains.

This was as he inspected failed portion of Ihevbe-Afuze road, which passed through Ihevbe Community of Owan East Local Government Area in Edo North Senatorial District where he noted that the road failed as a result of blocked drainages, which caused the excess water to put pressure on the road by way of erosion.

Governor Obaseki also observed that the wearing away of the road constituted a death trap to not only motorists plying that route, but also to residents and locals especially because there was nothing to indicate that the road had eroded, and anyone could easily

fall into the gully by the road side.

He, therefore, in company of engineers contracted to reconstruct the road, proceeded to Afuze community where the headquarters of Owan-East Local Government was located to direct the LG officials to put up a barricade on the failed road portion to avoid accidents.

The governor also declared that the cost of fixing the road would be sub-charged from Owan East’s account for failing to carry out basic sanitation responsibilities like clearing of drain.

Meanwhile, he also inspected progress of rehabilitation work at the 6km Okagboro road, which led to Ekpoma, and the 9km OkpujeUzebba, which led to Otuo and Uzebba, both in Owan-West LGA. Both roads, the engineers explained, were set for asphalt overlay, which would commence by the middle of the month, while the 6km Okpuje-

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Ekpoma Axis was already in advanced stages of reconstruction.

The governor had earlier inspected the progress of work at the 4.5km Agebede Town road and the 25km Agbede-Awain road in Etsako West LGA. Of the Agbede-Awain project, which was a new road, Governor

Obaseki noted that it would have a bridge to create access and open up a large expanse of land for agricultural purposes, adding that there were many investors willing to take plant on the fertile land, hence his administration’s keenness to complete the project in standard quality.

Edo Assembly rents generator for plenary sitting

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Assembly on Tuesday had to rely on the services of a rented generator for electricity supply to the hallowed chamber to enable it convey plenary.

The lingering electricity crisis at the House, it was learnt, degenerated following alleged shabby job carried out on the faulty generating power plant at the Assembly by one of the Honourable members who bidded for its repair for the sum of N9million Deputy Speaker of the Assembly. Mrs Elizabeth Ativie, was said to have headed the House committee where members bided

for the repair of the power plant It could be recalled that the Speaker, Rt Hon. Justin Okonoboh had amidst alleged plot to unseat him penultimate week postponed plenary to enable the House carry out maintenance work at the hallow chamber including the repair of the generating power plant “Postponement is very convenient for us. There was no impeachment. The generator was malfunctioning and I came early Monday morning to inspect some of these work needed to be done so as to avoid embarrassment during plenary sitting”

cerated frontline Edo Human Rights activist, Comrade Curtis Eghosa Ugbo, has petitioned Acting President Yemi Osinbajo to urgently intervene and save client from the alleged“claw of tyranny and repressive tendencies by the Edo State Government.

Ugbo, President, Benin Solidarity Movement, and others had been incarcerated in Oko Prison in Benin since March 2017 after leading a peaceful protest to Nigeria Petroleum Development Commission, NPDC. He is being prosecuted for alleged treasonable felony and threat of using the Military wing of BNC to invade the state.

In a signed protest letter dated ME/22/05/2017,

by Barrister Mathew Edaghese, and addressed to the Vice President Osinbajo and made available to newsmen in Benin City, Edo State, reminded the VP that act of oppression and marginalization of peaceful agitation by authorities is responsible for the unrest which he noted informed the Vice President search for lasting peace and development in the troubled Niger Delta region.

“It is our brief that our client, a notable right activist has been thrown into detention on a trumped up charge of treason by the Edo State Government, for participating in a peaceful protest against the Oil Companies located in the state over their unfair treatment and marginalization of Host Communities and Edo State People in areas of employment and local content policy” “It is this peaceful demand for social-economic CONTINUED ON PAGE AT 2

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World Environment Day: Edo plans big for forest revival

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state governor, Mr Godwin Obaseki, has outlined part of his administration’s agenda to salvage forest resources from degradation, revealing that in addition to the GPS land imaging system commissioned in Benin four months ago, a firm had also been engaged to capture another 2000km2.

He made this known in Benin City during the 2017 World Environment Day themed “Connecting People to Nature”, which, he also noted, was the biggest annual environment event in the state, while calling on Edo citizens to acknowledge the importance of protecting the earth against abuse by mankind.

In addition, the governor restated that a Forest Commission would be carved out of the Ministry of Environment to deal with issues related to forestry management, noting that that the cleanup process executed at Ring Road would be replicated clinically in other areas of Benin City, such as

Oregbeni and Ekiosa markets.

This, he explained, would help the state reclaim its aesthetic value and facilitate as well as justify making Edo an economic hub for investment to thrive.

With the government already in talks to make the popular Ramat Park more lucrative, a Green Square made up of young men and women would also be set up to work with the forest commission and plant trees with an annual government incentive of N500 per 10 trees, while an agency for Parks, Gardens and Cemeteries would be set up.

Meanwhile, an environment expert, Giwa Bisirodupe, presenting a paper, called on the State government to restructure the forest laws for sustainable forest management, restoration and protection, even as he also enjoined the federal government to preserve her forests by planting at least 1,000,000 trees annually to increase her forest land area from the present 2% to 40 %.

Don’t pass PIG bill -ERA warns Reps Stories by Titus Akhigbe Benin

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and Friends of the Earth, Nigeria (ERA/FoEN) has warned the House of Representatives to stay action on the Petroleum Industry Governance Bill which was passed by the senate recently.

The environmental campaigners stated that the reps should only pass the bill on one proviso, “unless environmental concerns and community involvement are addressed.”

ERA/FoEN made the charge through its Executive Director, Dr. Godwin Uyi Ojo, at a briefing to mark this year’s World Environment Day held in Benin City.

According to Dr. Ojo, the bill “should not be passed because it

has been balkanized into several entities with no clear indication of what their content would likely be.

“Rather than pass a singular governance bill, the question is where are the other bills since the governance bill cannot stand on its own alone? In particular, environmental protection and what constitutes infractions and how to remedy environmental degradation has been left out of the governance bill.”

The organization alerted the public on what it described as the “growing wave of land grabbing and deforestation with concerns for rising food prices due to scarcity of farmlands for small scale farmers growing staple food.”

ERA/FoEN stressed that the rising land grabbing for oil palm plantations in Cross River and Edo States “is an affront on the rural

communities and a source of major concern. In particular, land de-reserved for afforestation in Edo State was commercialized through shady land deals that were not transparent.

“The Edo State Government under former Governor Adams Oshiomhole decisively reversed the land sale through the Edo State Government of Nigeria Gazzette revocation order.”

ERA/FeON accused Okomu Oil Palms of disregarding the Edo State Government revocation order.

“Instead, it has militarized the communities and under military shield embarked on a continuous bulldozing of the forests for the expansion of their large scale oil plantation, thereby displacing over 20,000rural farmers in the farming communities.”

Edo Jobs: SUBEB rolls out 77 vacancies ÏÏÏ The Edo state chapter of

the State Universal Basic Education (SUBEB) has called for interested individuals to apply for employments, which were vacant in the education board, noting that the vacancies were only open to current staff of the Edo State Civil Service as well as those who registered in the ongoing Edo Jobs programme.

A statement released from the Office of the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Godwin Obaseki, revealed that applicants interested in the appointments were to apply to the Office of the Interim Chairman, State Universal Basic Educa-

tion Board, Benin City with five copies of their applications, which should contain a typewritten cover letter detailing sustainability for the position and curriculum vitae.It would be recalled that Edo State had earlier called for unemployed citizens of the state to register in the ongoing Edo Jobs initiative, which was established to collate biodata of unemployed people in the state and match them with jobs when available.

This was pursuant to Governor Obaseki’s promise to provide at least 200,000 jobs for unemployed citizens in the state.

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Justice from the Oil Companies operating in Edo State that has been labelled a treasonable act by the government of Edo State” “Your Excellency, your avowed commitment in the pursuit of fairness, equity and Justice for the people of the Niger-Delta region is of public knowledge. It is acts of oppression, marginalization

and suppression of peaceful agitation by the authorities in connivance with the oil Companies that has led to the perennial crisis in the region” “We are by this petition urging you to use your good offices to intervene in this matter and rescue our client, an innocent and law abiding man, from the claw of tyranny and repressive tendencies.”

Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki with members of the State Library Joint Revival Implementation Committee after their inauguration at the Government House, Benin…on Tuesday

Don’t violate laws banning CDAs in Benin –Oba of Benin ÏÏÏThe

Benin Monarch,Oba Ewuare11 in a ruling on a matter between Osaretin Ugbogbo and the Odionwere of Obagie N’Okakporo village, Pa Moses Omoregie Okhiaro with one Friday Amalawa, warned the Odionwere and other members of the Community not to trespass or encroach on the land belonging to Mr.Ugbogbo, pointing out that it is a taboo to destroy someone’s house in Benin Kingdom.

Oba Ewuare II said Mr. Friday Amalawa would be handed over to the appropriate authority for violating the law banning the activities of community development association in Edo State.

The Enogie of Uteh-Ekoko HRH Ogieayevbona Ogieriakhi who was earlier confirmed by the Oba of Benin as the Enogie and traditional head ofthe Village was in the Palace

with members of his community to pay homage and re-affirm their loyalty to the Benin Monarch.

NGO writes Obaseki, promises jobs creation, free skill acquisition for Edo youths determined to support the Edo State Government of Godwin Obaseki, in creating jobs for unemployed youths in the state, a Godsend Foundation, weekend revealed that the foundation has raised funds from other organizations world over to employ and train youths in the state.

Hide original message President of the private initiative, Ambassador Dion Osagie, in a letter to the Edo State Governor and made available to newsmen, also requested the government approval for the use of the abandoned Bendel Insurance building along Sapele road.

Osagie, who had been on Euro-

pean tour to unite Edo indigenes in diaspora had lamented what he described as the army of unemployed youths roaming the streets.

Portion of the letter reads,” I am pleased to inform you that I have raised some good money that will help better Edo by Edos in Diaspora.

“I will be sending a proposal to your office soonest to take over the Bendel Insurance building on Sapele road that has been abandoned for years, to enable us create A Godsent foundation skills acquisition center.

“I will use this platform to create 50 jobs within two months and empower 100 young people every 6 months through our training programs. Fashion designing, shoe making, barbers and hair dressers, carpenters, painting and other skills.

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Benin monarch seeks end to herdsmen attack on communities ÏÏÏ

R-L: HRM Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II Oba of Benin, HRH Barr. Anthony Abumere Onojie of Ekpoma, HRH Ehidiame I Onojie of Opoji, 1st Vice Chairman of Edo State Council of Traditional Rulers and Chief, and the Speaker Edo State House of Assembly Rt. Hon. Dr. Justin Okonoboh, during the thank you visit to Esanland by the Oba of Benin.

Edo Govt commences training for traffic officers Stories by Titus Akhigbe Benin

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upgrade traffic management in the state, the government of Edo State, on Monday, conducted aptitude tests to commence the training process for potential Traffic Control Officers, who enrolled in the Edo Jobs Initiative.

This was in furtherance of the Governor Obaseki-led administration’s project to decongest traffic in the state, which had already kicked-off with clean-up projects and large-scale reconstruction of link roads in key areas of Benin City, the state capital.

The aptitude test, said Mr Dennis Oloriegbe, the Managing Director of the Edo State Traffic Control and Manage-

ment Agency, was the second phase of the recruitment exercise to fill positions in the agency.

Oloriegbe noted that the first phase took place in May this year where 1,025 applicants were screened and 852 successful applicants were selected, adding that the aptitude test was the beginning of a 2-week training/induction exercise, after which 500 candidates would complete the training process and receive employment.

He said: “We are going to have a take-off of 300 people, who will control traffic in the Benin metropolis, while 200 people will be on our data pool. However, in all, we will select 500 people. The standard we are inculcating is an American-based training Pro-

gramme, and the applicants were at first screened for blood sugar levels, blood pressures and physical fitness.

“During the training they will be taught everything about traffic management; road signs, decongestion system, defensive driving, how to manage traffic in adverse condition and lot more’’, he said.

The Managing Director continued that the training would be ‘off camp’, meaning that the participants would be expected to attend from their homes.

Meanwhile, some of the candidates, who took part in the aptitude test, commended the process noting that it was peaceful and well-coordinated, and that the job screening process had been free and fair.

Edo, EU to clamp down on illegal migration ÏÏÏEdo State governor, Mr God-

win Obaseki, has revealed his intention to work with the European Union (EU) to discourage and penalise offenders caught promoting illegal migration, while also noting that his administration would collaborate with the EU to drive economic development.

This was at the Edo State Government House in Benin City where the EU ambassador to Nigeria, Michel Arrion disclosed that the union was currently working with 10 states in devel-

opment, trade, Investment and Migration.

Meanwhile, he indicated reciprocal intent to partner with the government of Edo state to boost job creation in the state, adding that the state’s agrarian resources could be of immense advantage to solving many problems.

On illegal migration, he explained that while the EU welcomed migrants, it was against illegal migration, which had led to the death of many Nigerian youths in the Sahara Desert and Mediterranean Sea.

Governor Obaseki, meanwhile, commended the EU for its support to Nigeria, especially the Niger Delta Support Programme and Rural Financing Programme, adding that his administration had outlined short, medium and long term programmes to revamp the.

“We want to enact relevant legislation to deal with the criminals who promote illegal migration and we will need your support to help us prosecute the perpetrators at the international level”, the governor said.

The Benin Monarch, Oba Ewuare II has assured Edo people that the gruesome activities of herdsmen in the state would be curtailed as efforts to draw attention of the relevant authorities is under way.

Oba Ewuare II who gave the assurance at Ekpoma during his post coronation thank you visit to the traditional rulers and people of Esan Land also promised to provide the necessary support with Edo state government to address the herdsmen senseless killings and attack on communities.

The monarch however lamented the deplorable condition of the Benin-Ekpoma-Auchi highway, calling on the Federal Government to embark on the re- construction of the highway following it urgency.

On the deposed Onojie of Uromi, the Benin Monarch said he is looking forward to receiving a delegation of traditional rulers in Esanland in his palace where the matter would be discussed on the possible ways to resolve the matter amicably.

The Oba of Benin, while commending the people for their unprecedented turnout during his epoch thank you visit as the 40th Oba of Benin.

His Royal Majesty used the opportunity to inform the people about the introduction of the concept of cus-

tomary arbitration committee, also known as alternate dispute resolution committee as part of reform of palace administration to serve the needs of the people.

The Benin Monarch expressed concern over the rate of grass-root underdevelopment, youth restiveness and mass poverty among the people, pointing out that the palace of the Oba of Benin is putting palliative measures in place to help alleviate poverty.

The Benin Monarch informed the people of his various moves to ensure that Gelegele is made Export Processing Zone for Agro-Allied products, which would provide jobs and open up business opportunities in the state.

Oba Ewuare II commended Edo state Governor, Godwin Obaseki for inaugurating the task force on anti -Community Development Association, and charged everyone to work conscientiously to achieve a more prosperous Edo state.

Receiving the Benin Monarch, the Onojie of Ekpoma H.R.H Anthony Abumere expressed gratitude to the Oba of Benin for the visit, describing the Oba as a father and a brother.

Anymore, who traced the historical and cultural relationship between the Benin and Esan people said they have the closest affinity in Language, culture and social etiquette.

Reps urged FG to address ecology issues in Edo ÏÏÏ The House of

Representatives on Tuesday called on Federal Government to urgently commence projects to address ecological challenges in riverside areas of Edo State.

It said that the government should direct the Ecological Fund Office to carry out environmental impact assessment of the affected areas, especially in Ovia Federal constituency.

This was sequel to a motion by Rep. Omosede Igbinedion (Edo-PDP).

Moving the motion earlier, Igbinedion had said that several riverside communities in Ovia, including Ofunama, Ajakurama, Abere, Binidodogha and Itagbene, were suffering hardship from perennial flooding and erosion conditions.

She expressed concern that the flood and storm had led to the destruction of many houses and schools and rendered many people homeless.

Igbinedion disclosed that the disaster had made students of the destroyed schools to learn under poor and unsafe conditions.

She, therefore, said that it was compelling for the menace of flooding threatening lives and properties in the communities to be addressed.

The motion was unanimously adopted by members when it was put to a voice vote by the Speaker Mr Yakubu Dogara.

Consequently, the house urged the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to come to the aid of the communities and victims of the disaster.

It mandated the Committee on Environment and Habitat to visit the affected communities.

The committee is expected to make recommendations on measures to be adopted to ensure a permanent solution to the problem.

FRSC records 22 deaths in road accidents in Edo

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(FRSC), Edo Command, said that it recorded 22 deaths in 44 Road Traffic Crashes between April and May. Mr Samuel Odukoya, the Sector Commander, disclosed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Benin on Monday.

Odukoya said that 15 of the crashes were fatal, with eight occurring in April and seven in May, resulting in the deaths of 10 persons and 12 persons in the two months respectively.

He further told NAN that the total casualties recorded in the period under review was 187 with 101 casual-

ties in April and 86 in May. Of these numbers, 91 persons were injured in April and 74 in May, bringing the total number of injured persons during the period to 165, he said.

The sector commander, however, attributed the drop in road traffic crashes in the state to the installation of the Speed Limiting Device by commercial vehicles.

He also said that the command was constantly sensitising motorists on the need for reduced speed, in order to be able to control the vehicle, especially during mishaps with the onset of the rains.

The Edo Times 4 A lot of people are commending Governor Godwin Neghoghase Obaseki for his chain of achievements within the six months he has been in office. To what can this be attributed?

Thank you very much. We should all be very grateful to God and show gratitude to the people who turned out on September 28th, 2016 for the election.

We should also be grateful to the weather. All of these cumulatively have brought us this far.

Mr. Godwin Neghoghase Obaseki was sold to the people of Edo State as a technocrat; as an outsider who has not been tempted; as the one who was behind the revolutionary achievements of Comrade Adams Oshiomhole.

All of these was the major reason the leadership of the APC (All Progressives Congress) agreed to file behind the candidacy of Mr. Obaseki. Six months down the line of his administration we can all look back to say this was a good choice. It was the best foot forward for Edo State at the time.

It’s not difficult to conclude. If you cast your mind to the other individuals who ran the governorship race with him on the platforms of the other political parties, none of them was able to display, attitude, experience and the kind of skill that Mr. Obaseki showcased. So, we are not surprised at all. I am personally not surprised. But I must say that what you have seen in the last six months is a tip of the iceberg. In those days, when we go to watch movies at the cinema halls there used to be what they called the preliminary show which comes up before the main show. That’s what we are seeing in Edo State today. The real thing is coming. In the last six months, we have seen a government that is focused; in the last six months, we have seen a government that has generated new ideas about governance ; in the last six months, we have seen a government that has demonstrated that we cannot continue to do the same thing in the same way ,otherwise we’ll continue to get the same result. Therefore, we must change our governance narrative. So, what you are seeing today is a shift in the governance philosophy of Edo State government. And that’s why the best of brains were brought to the state to brainstorm on various aspects whether it’s in the economy, sports, agriculture etc. In every sector of government, the best of brains have been assembled from all parts of Nigeria, in some cases abroad, to come and look at the programme of government and enrich it by bringing in new ideas, new experiences on the basis of past performances in their various fields. So, I can say to you that today,Edo State is enriched with ideas. The programme is robust and very soon many of them, once the commissioners take over, will be rolled out one

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No sacred cows in Edo –Osakue after the other. That is when we’ll begin to see the wheel of progress in Edo State.

Talking about new ideas, what’s clean up Edo State all about?

The clean up of Edo State is not really a new idea because everybody believes that cleanliness is next to Godliness. The last government of Comrade Adams Oshiomhole tried to pursue this same goal, perhaps, in a different way. This time around, like I said earlier, new ideas have been brought to bear. The approach is different and that is why government was not stampeded to begin to take action even when the motorists and others virtually made the King Square impassable.

What government did at that time, which was unknown to so many people, was to collect data, do research and analyse so that you now know “how are vehicles emptied into the city centre?

What are the areas we ought to have park but do not have?” Don’t forget, that before now,no government seems to have thought that it was necessary to have parks located in different strategic areas in Benin City. As we now know, Edo State and Benin City is growing from every direction. Therefore, some of the things that we have never thought about we must begin to think about them now. We must begin to do things the way that other nations have done and it has brought progress to them. Government would have to do the needful to ensure parks are created. It would take sometime. Two locations have been identified. Work is ongoing in one while work will soon commence on the other one. So, in the next one year, it will begin to take shape. The culture of parking anyhow will naturally die.

We would get the people to understand through enlightenment; letting them to buy into the programme. When you make people buy into a programme,it is easier to implement the programme rather than force them. The primary idea of this government is to allow Edo people and commercial bus drivers to buy into the programme. This way it will be much easier for government to enforce the rules and regulations with regards to cleanliness and orderliness.

Chief John Osamede Adun (aka Bob Izua) is a chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)and is seen as a sacred cow in the state. Recently, the state government demolished his shopping mall.

What really led to the demolition?

I don’t know about anybody being a sacred cow. What I do know

Osakue is that every society is governed by laws and regulations. It’s in the highest interest of that society to comply with the laws of the land. Otherwise, the society will become very chaotic and it will become impossible for people to live life peacefully. I think everywhere in the world where people do not comply with rules and regulations, there are repercussions that lead to punishment. Where there is no punishment, nobody will comply with rules. As regards the case under reference,there are rules governing building plans in the state. It’s not meant to be discretional. It’s meant to be compulsorily complied with in order for the society to be decent for us to live in. It doesn’t matter whose ox is gored.

What matters is whether the society is assaulted by noncompliance. In this case society was assaulted by noncompliance. I am aware that the Ministry of Land and Housing made a building plan for thirty stores to be built on the particular spot around Mission Road. There were provisions for parking spaces and also other conveniences required in such facilities e.g.toilet. Rather than building thirty stores as specified by the experts the person in question built about a hundred and fifty. That’s outrightly a violation of the laws of the land.

Such a thing can never be allowed under a government that insist that things must be done right and that people deserve an environment that is conducive to live in. When vehicles were cleared from the King Square it’s not merely to solve the chaotic traffic situation it does have its

When you make people buy into a programme,it is easier to implement the programme rather than force them.

The primary idea of this government is to allow Edo people and commercial bus drivers to buy into the programme. own health implications. Government has responsibility to ensure that people were protected and that’s exactly what happened.

Right now the focus of government is on the city centre and all those who flout government laws around the city centre will suffer the same fate. Of course, because the man in question is a party man some people would think the government should look elsewhere. But if you do so the society would not move. This governor have the capacity to do what’s necessary to take Edo State to the next level.

Recently, the governor shut down Edo Line and transferred the staff to the minitry.

Is there any hope of reopening the transport company in the nearest future?

The governor shut down the company because he wanted to

have all information on his table in order to enable government to take the right decision. As you well know, for the last ten years or there has been crisis in Edo Line.

During the administration of Chief John Odigie-Oyegun when Chief-------- was the Managing Director he suffered in the hands of the people there. He was even beaten at a point. Not because the problem was his fault. He even inherited a crisis ridden Edo Line at that time. In other words, that place for a long time has been having serious problem. Previous governments have taken a superficial view at the deep rooted problem in the company. This time around a superficial solution would not be enough. It’s needful to look deeply into the causes of the problem plaguing a one time profitable company like Edo Line.

Until around 1999 Edo Line was very profitable. The period late Aburime was the Managing Director Edo Line rose again and became profitable. If you can sample the opinion of the staff they’ll tell you of the period when the company was able to rake in as much as N52million monthly.

The company flourished tremendously during the period. Then the company was paying its staff thirteenth month salary (Christmas Bonus). All that changed on account of mismanagement.

When the self sustaining principle was introduced by the PDP led government things degenerated. The management was asked to remit N5million monthly from there it was increased to N7million then N10million. This was not possible. However, at that point the chairman of the company was also the Managing Director because he offered to pay N10million monthly to government. This was a government that was taking loan to buy its fleet of vehicles. What happened was that the money taken on loan was been given to government as if it was a profit made by the company.Now, the government wants to find out what really happened to the company and bring it back to its feet. I can assure you that Edo Line will certainly bounce back. A lot of debt has been incurred by the company on account of mismanagement.

At the last count it was close to about N1.5billion. But how true is that situation we need to go and find out. Vehicles were bought at inflated rates. Vehicles were even taken to certain parts of Edo State by some powerful individuals without payment. There is a town in Edo State where Edo Line vehicles were taken to convey students from school to their homes and I speak no money was paid and those vehicles were not returned to Edo line. These are issues that must be investigated.

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Why artistes want to be like 2Face L2

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Daily Times Nigeria Thursday, June 8, 2017

Nwaokocha Daniel

Be like 2Baba; humble, versatile Nigerian artiste, 2face Idibia, has had one of the most successful careers if not the most successful of all time in Nigeria. Spanning more than a decade with six albums, numerous awards learn and gain from his career. Especially for the upcoming new generation artistes, who tend to decided to highlight something you can all learn from 2face Idibia.

1. Stay humble One thing 2face is known for is his being humble. Most people who meet him are struck

song themes, constantly pushing himself to try out new genres of music. From the 1994s, he started out with rap and through the years, he gradually moved into his singing proper. And with each passing year, 2face drops hit after hit. Unlike many of our artistes who tend to drop one hit song and want to continue with the same formula and patter true artiste will constantly seek new and creative ways of expressing themselves through their music to their audiences and fan bases. If you focus on one type of genre as an artiste, you will force yourself to have only one type of audience. But if audience. So, be versatile.

fame and success. Just recently, he was spotted at the airport without body guards or escorts or entourage. He was alone and of course dressed moderately. Unlike most artistes, we tend to see

wrong, tagging along with your crew is not in any

3. Create music with depth a great career, you need songs that connect to people and the realities they face. Songs that make people dance are here today and gone tomorrow.

Songs that make people feel last so much longer.

guys become nuisances. The lesson is here, never let your success get to your head for it will make you do stupid things. Even the Bible states, God exalts the humble and he hates the proud. So stay humble. Stay hungry. Stay focused.

dance songs. Music generally has a recipe that has to do with the artiste being natural and able to

2. Be versatile The downfall of many artistes is producing a hit track. This leads some to believe that they have to repeat the formula over and over again, quickly producing monotonous music. Over the years, 2face has experimented with different genres and

noise or arranged noise. Classic noise being that nobody relates to it. Arranged noise being that

what they are feeling, what you are seeing, what they are seeing and what you think about an issue

come to stay, it fades almost immediately. 2Face, already got that recipe ever since he came into the lime light. His songs are still hot as though they the hearts of people and warm them up.

He knows how to make music with depth.

No matter the level of success you achieve, making a positive difference you. Find a cause or charity you genuinely have interest in, and help constantly working to give back to free elections, Malaria free Nigeria and contributed immensely to orphans and the underprivileged. He has also been responsible for sponsoring some children to school. He gives back to

has raised 2face and has made him a legend. Now this legend remembers his roots and he always comes back to water these same roots from which he draws his strength from.

5. Have a great team A saying goes thus- Nobody is an island. So obviously, nobody can handle

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perfect brand and maximize opportunities. If you make the mistake of ever thinking that you do not need anybody, that is when pride kicks in and that, my friend, is the beginning of the downfall of your career. You should be able to surround yourself with good people who want you to win and who will also help you win. 2face has a great team who handle his PR and marketing strategy. This way, they are able to penetrate the market and deliver you, no matter the career you are into. It pays.

Daily Times Nigeria

Thursday, June 8, 2017

Gist L3

Mutiat All

Wale Turner out with new Jamz, ‘Wa FreakN Wu’ Talented and fast growing rapper, Turner Omowaleola, better known as Wale Turner, is not relenting having proved to the industry that he is good at what he does. Turner broke

season. Dangerous Affairs tells the story of

of her students. The brand new telenovela

numerous followers and a follow-up of a song turned

entertainment

signee

Dangerous Affairs premieres this July on Telemundo 12 June.

drops Wale

Pheelz. The new song is,

Asurf Oluseyi.

Wale Turner has, however,

happens to be one of her students. Having lied to

the visual that was shot by

MTV’s Ridiculousness Africa returns with epic content

woman he saved in danger.

Miranda, aware that a relationship with a 17-year-old is against the law, does her best to ignore the feelings she has for him, but soon only ones having to deal with a tumultuous relationship, as Dangerous Affairs takes us into

Dangerous Affairs

The brand new telenovela sees the return of many popular Telemundo stars

Juan Pablo “JP” Reyes, the

Maritza Bustamante, Daniela in an attempt to get over her show.

Alan

Rodriguez.

Gonzalo

Global Modelling concept set to change modelling dynamic …..As coming to America fashion show holds tomorrow

Ehiz

As part of improving and

Monde Twala said: “Hold tight on June 12 (MTV BASE, DStv An

immediate

management and modelling

hit,

are delighted that Denise and Ehiz will be joining Thomas and bringing their larger-than-life

The show features some of the funniest videos that the

going to be more fun than ever

State

modelling

standard

Speaking about the show,

international Business Tour, TV host, Thomas Gumede and a revolving-door panel of top

and Ehiz and to be doing my

Gumede will be joined by going to be bringing all of me Generations star Denise Zimba

“Ehiz” Okoeguale.

Returning as the host of the

better and even funnier than

and speaking Spanish to all

long time for this. Shout out to the MTV team for the hook

of the fashion show and business tour is to help established and intending models learn the nitty-gritty of the job as it entails a lot and far broad than just runway alone.

Through the fashion show that will be streamed live globally, models have the top international modelling

with.

Sieylan Creations Atlanta divulged that the aim of the event is to be at the end of the day

models amongst others.

On parent allowing their wards to be part of modelling,

developed about models in the past and all this are notions as being a model, we are also and moral values.

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Daily Times Nigeria Thursday, June 8, 2017

Mutiat Alli

Eulogies as Late Moji Olaiya is finally laid to rest actress Moji Olaiya who died on the 18th May, 2017 at Toronto Ontario, Canada as a result of

the parcel of land where the Nollywood actress was On Tuesday June 6, 2017 at De Blue Roof,

reporters, “This is so painful. Basically, Moji is a

Odutola.

face.

Burial

tears