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Air Peace confirms arrest of Akure office burglars, commends FAAN

Ï Millions of naira stolen yet to be recovered Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo

ÏÏÏ One of the major airlines in

the country, Air Peace, has said that it has confirmed the arrest of some of its former employees by security personnel of the Fed-

eral Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) over the burglary incident at its Akure Airport’s office on Sunday night.

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Shocking: Open varsity students devise fresh exam scam Augustine Okezie Abuja

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Ï Sideline check-in method adopted by NOUN to screen candidates entering exam halls Ï Purchase question papers through syndicates who collude with staff Ï It’s not true, varsity spokesman

facts have emerged on how students of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) openly devise several forms of examination malpractices, making a smokescreen of the several stringent measures put in place by the institution to stem the ugly tide.

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Aisha Buhari refutes Sen Misau claims, says she uses her personal car 6 $1.1bn Malabu fraud: Court fixes Feb 15 for arraignment of Etete, others 5 Saraki, Dangote, Jim Ovia meet on private sector participation in economy 7

Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Mr. Babatunde Fashola, SAN (2nd right); Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II (left); Chairman, Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote (2nd left) and US Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Stuart Symington (right), during the signing of the Qua Ibo Power Plant’s Power Purchase Agreement with NBET in Abuja… on Thursday.

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Open varsity students devise fresh exam scam Continued from page 1 Investigations by the Daily Times showed how desperate students of the open distance learning university, craftily sidelined the check-in method adopted by the varsity to screen candidates entering

examination hall, by embarking on pre- examination arrangements where question papers are purchased through organised syndicates that collude with staff that are well positioned at the varsity’s Lagos production centre,

to smuggle it out to candidates.

A female third year student in the Faculty of Arts who spoke to The Daily Times in Abuja on the condition of anonymity said whenever their examination periods approaches,

they usually contribute money per subject to a syndicate who will gather the payments by interested students before taking it to Lagos.

She further disclosed that the money paid is both for procuring live ques-

L-R: Programme Officer, Sahara Group, David Ekugum; Technical Assistant, Private Sector and Engagements, Office of the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), Abiola Arogundade; Minister for Communication, Adebayo Shittu and General Manager, BATNF, Lolade Johnson-Agiri, at the Private Sector Stand during the 72nd celebration of United Nations in Abuja… on Wednesday.

tion papers and solving the questions on behalf of the candidates. She added that the syndicate always collect their matriculation numbers to enable them solve the questions directly into the answer sheets, fix the candidates’ numbers and submit the answer booklets in the examination halls.

On whether the situation is peculiar to the Abuja centre, our interviewee maintained that the practice is nationwide, as confirmed to her by one of the syndicates. She maintained that the process is well coordinated nationwide as candidates from the various study centres often buy into the exam leakage plans when hinted.

When The Daily Times contacted the NOUN university spokesman, Mr. Ibrahim Shema, for confirmation, he denied knowledge of such practices, maintaining that the varsity has established a strong culture of malpractices’ free examination over the years.

He said: ‘’It is difficult for anyone to undermine the integrity of our ex-

amination, considering the amount of security network that has been foisted around the whole exercise’’.

Also in her reaction, the Director, Yenagoa study centre, Mrs. Grace Mosugu, said the various study centres operated by NOUN, usually go extra mile during examinations to ensure a credible and qualitative process, in line with the policy of zero tolerance to malpractices.

She said: ’’We produced the university’s student’s examination guidelines and regulations into a flyer, which we shared to every student weeks before commencement of the exams.

The supervision is very strict and this is very important’’.

Not a few stakeholders are concerned that while the management of the National Open University is busy policing the entrances and checking the conduct of candidates inside the examination halls, the question papers are easily being smuggled out, solved and handed over to fraudulent candidates, thanks to exam syndicates.

$1.1bn Malabu oil fraud: Court shifts AGF, Etete, others arraignment to Feb 15, 2018

Andrew Orolua, Abuja

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The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Thursday shifted the arraignment of former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Mr. Mohammed Adoke; former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Chief Dan Etete; Aliyu Abubakar, ENI SPA, Ralph Wetzels, Casula Roberto, Pujatti Stefeno, Burrafati Sebestiano and Malabu Oil and Gas Limited to February 15, 2018.

The defendants were scheduled to be arraigned for conspiracy and defrauding the Federal Government of billions of Naira in a shady oil bloc deal before Justice John Tsoho of the Federal High Court yesterday but none of them was in court.

In the charge filed in December 2016, Adoke was accused of playing a major role in the fraudulent deal that saw the transfer

of ownership of the disputed OPL 245, to two multinational oil companies, Shell Nigeria Exploration Production Company and Nigeria Agip Exploration Ltd. When the matter came up yesterday, the prosecution counsel, Johnson Ojogbane informed the the judge, Justice Tsoho that the prosecution has not been able to reach the defendants except Abubakar and that situation has remained the same since the last adjourned date of June 16.

“My Lord, the situation has not improved since the last time I came to court.

“The process of getting the defendants to appear in court to face arraignment is very cumbersome, but it is ongoing.

“We are hoping that very soon the process will be concluded” Ojogbane stated.

In the circumstances, the prosecution counsel pleaded for further date to enable government com-

plete the process, “so as to have the defendants be in court for arraignment”.

In the light of Ojogbane’s submission, Justice Tsoho adjourned to February 15, 2018 for arraignment.

Thursday was the third time the arraignment had been stalled due to absence of the defendants in court.

On April 3, 2017, the FG had approached the court with a request for guidance on whether or not to issue an arrest warrant against Adoke.

The prosecution counsel stated that Adoke and some of the defendants outside the shores of Nigeria, making service of writ of summons on them difficult.

Justice Tsoho pointed out that if Adoke had already been arraigned before the court and had attempted to evade trial, it would have been proper to issue warrant of arrest.

“Once a person has been arraigned before a court

and is attempting to escape, then it becomes necessary to issue a warrant of arrest, the judge said.

But in this case, the court stated that Adoke has not been arraigned, adding that the matter is still still being investigated.

The matter was later adjourned to June 16, but again, the arraignment could not hold due absence of Adoke in court.

It was then adjourned to October 26, yet the arraignment was stalled.

The charges are part of an international collaboration to ensure that all those who took part in the $1.1 billion Oil Prospecting License (OPL 245) scandal are brought to justice.

In a bid to get to the root of what transpired in the oil bloc scam, the FG had in December 2016, filed a charge against Adoke, Etete, etc.

In March 2017, the FG instituted another charge against Adoke and those

involved in the OPL 245 Oil bloc deal.

In the charge filed in March 2017, count one stated that the accused persons conspired contrary to Section 26 of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000 to defraud the Federal Government of billions of Naira.

The offence is punishable under Section 12 of the same Act. The particulars of offence stated: “That you, Shell Nigeria Exploration Production Company Ltd, Nigeria Agih Exploration Ltd, ENI SPA, Ralph Wetzels (Whilst being Director of SNEPCO), Casula Roberto (Italian), (whilst being a Director of Agip), Burrafato Sabastino (Italian), while being a Director with Agip, Douzia Louya Etete (Aka Dan Etete), Mohammed Bello Adoke, Aliyu Abubakar, and Malabu Oil and Gas Ltd sometime in 2011 in Abuja, within the ju-

risdiction of the Court, conspired amongst yourselves to commit a felony to wit, official corruption and you thereby committed an offence.

Count two: Statement of offence: Official corruption contrary to Section 9 of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act 2000, and punishable under Section 9(b) of the same Act. Particulars of Offence stated, “That you Douzia Louya Etete (Aka Dan Etete), Mohammed Bello Adoke, Aliyu Abubakar, and Malabu Oil and Gas Ltd, sometime in 2000 within the jurisdiction of this court, corruptly received the aggregate sum of $801,000,000.00 (Eight hundred and one million Dollars) in relation to the grant of Oil prospecting license in respect of OPL 245 from Shell Nigeria Exploration Production Company, Nigeria Agip Exploration Ltd, and ENI SPA committed an offence.

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Air Peace confirms arrest of Akure office burglars, commends FAAN

Aisha Buhari refutes Misau’s claim, says she uses her personal car

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Mathew Dadiya,

er of Air Peace, Mr. Chris Iwarah, said the suspects worked for the airline for less than a month.

The airline commended the vigilant FAAN security personnel for resolving the riddle surrounding the burglary of its office within days.

The Daily Times recalls that the Akure office of the airline was burgled

between Sunday night and Monday morning, with a safe containing millions of naira of sales proceeds carted away.

Some former employees of the airline were, however, arrested over the burglary on Thursday, when one of them attempted to convey the stolen cash from where it was hidden in the bush.

Air Peace said, “We can confirm that some former

members of our staff were on Thursday arrested as the suspects behind the burglary incident at our Akure office.

“Background checks were conducted on the suspects before they were employed in compliance with our strict employment procedure and no report of being involved in any previous crime was found against them.

It is quite regrettable that

some able-bodied members of the public would prefer crime to gainful employment.

“We commend the vigilant FAAN security personnel for arresting the suspects and handing them over to the police for further investigation. We trust the police would ensure they are made to face the wrath of the law to serve as a deterrent to others with criminal tendencies.”

Osun State Governor, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola (2nd left); Chief of Staff to the Governor, Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola (left); Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Awol Group International Limited, Chief Ambassador Nurudeen Ogunlade (right); Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General for the State of Osun, Dr. Bashir Ajibola (3rd left) and Head of the Osun Economic Team, Mr. Teju Fagbeja (2nd right), during the signing of MKO Abiola Int’l Airport Concession Agreement with AWOL International Limited in Osogbo, Osun State…on Thursday.

Abuja

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Aisha Buhari has denied the claims by the Bauchi Central Senatorial District lawmaker, Isa Misau, that she received two Sports Utility Vehicles from the Inspector General of Police.

Mrs. Buhari made this disclosure on Thursday, via her verified twitter handle @aishambuhari, as she tweeted, “I am using my personal car.”

The Daily Times recalls that Misau made the allegations on Wednesday, when he appeared before the Senate Ad Hoc Committee on Investigation of Various Allegations Leveled Against the Police, its Inspector General and the Police Service Commis-

sion.

Misau claimed; “I still have some contract papers that the IG himself submitted to the court, where the First Lady through her aide-de-camp, requested a Toyota Hiace and a Sienna jeep.

“The same day that the ADC wrote, the IG minuted that she should be given two SUV jeeps. And it is not part of the appropriation.

“If you look at the appropriation, there is nowhere they said the First Lady should be given two jeeps.”

Misau, has over the past few weeks, been at daggers drawn with the IGP over sundry allegations, including corruption and sexual promiscuity he made against the IGP. The Senator was subsequently charged to court, but granted bail.

Aisha Buhari

FG approves tax relief scheme for private sector on road infrastructure Mathew Dadiya, Abuja

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Federal Executive Council on Thursday, approved a tax relief scheme to attract private sector involvement in the provision of Federal road infrastructure across the entire country.

The approval was the outcome of a Memorandum for the setting up of a Road Trust Fund (RTF) presented by the Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, to the council at its meeting presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari.

The Road Trust Fund concept was jointly developed by the Federal Ministry of Finance and the

Ï Firm engaged to recoup 100% costs

Federal Ministry of Power, Works and Housing.

The RTF is expected to mobilise significant capital into road provision in order to unlock socioeconomic development, as well as facilitate investment across all areas of Nigeria to achieve inclusive economic growth.

Federal roads carry more than 80 per cent of national vehicular and freight traffic, accounting for 17 per cent of the total national road network.

Addressing State House Correspondents at the end of the FEC meeting, the Finance Minister explained that the RTF would facilitate and in-

centivise private sector involvement in the nation’s Federal road infrastructure.

The Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Mr. Babatunde Fashola and Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, were also at the post-FEC briefing of the State Press Corps.

Adeosun said, “It is a form of Public Private Partnership that will accelerate the provision of Federal Roads by allowing private sector operators to collectively fund road provision in exchange for tax credits. This will complement Federal Gov-

ernment’s budgetary allocation to roads.

“Private sector participation is being incentivised through a Tax Credit Scheme that enables all participating companies to claim tax relief based on the amount of capital contribution (on a prorata basis).

“We have already consulted with the private sector in the development of the RTF and some companies have already identified roads they wish to reconstruct and are organising their funding.

However, this scheme is designed such that Financial Intermediaries will be promoting Road Trust Fund projects and soliciting commitments from in-

terested companies.”

Under the tax relief scheme, companies will be allowed to recover 100 per cent of costs incurred on road infrastructure as a tax credit against total tax payable (including up to 10 per cent for cost of funds).

Adeosun further noted that the tax relief would allow for cost recovery within a single year instead of three years for economically disadvantaged areas.

When completed, the Minister said the roads would be handed over to the Federal Government who may decide to toll the roads in accordance with the National Tolling Policy.

On the role of the Fed-

eral Ministry of Power Works and Housing, she explained that the ministry would be responsible for approving the road designs, monitoring all approved Road Trust Fund Projects by managing costs and timelines as well as ensuring that equal development across Nigeria by rebalancing the Federal budget, where necessary.

She added that all costs and contractors would be scrutinised and approved by the Bureau of Public Procurement in line with legal requirements.

Adeosun said,“This will ensure that costs are not inflated and that unqualified contractors are not used on the projects.”

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Saraki, Dangote, Ovia chart way forward for economy Olufemi Samuel, Abuja

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Senate President, Abubakar Bukola Saraki, on Thursday, said that the Senate was concerned about growing the private sector’s participation in the nation’s economy.

He gave this indication, while meeting with the Chairman of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Stuart Symington and a team from the Chamber of Commerce and the Africa Business Centre (ABC) ,who paid him a courtesy visit.

Other members of the team who met Saraki include, the Chairman of Zenith Bank, Mr. Jim Ovia, President of the ABC, Mr. Scott Eisner and several other board members of the groups.

Saraki was joined at the meeting by Majority Leader, Senator Ahmad Lawan, Deputy Leader, Bala Ibn Na’Allah and 13 other Senators.

The Senate President told the team that one of the primary objectives of the 8th National Assembly is to increase private sector participation in all spheres of the economy in order to make the country viable.

Saraki said the aim of the 8th National Assembly under his leadership is to reduce “Government’s intervention in sectors that traditionally are guided by market forces.”

“One of our primary goals is to increase the private sector’s participation in the economy by reducing government’s intervention in sectors that traditionally are guided by market forces,” Saraki said.

He said, “This reform will help create more industries needed for job growth and economic stability. To this end, several of the Senate’s priority

economic bills are making their way to final passage in both Chambers.”

The President of the Senate said that, “Trade and job creation through trade is a two-way street; and that the National Assembly is open to listening to ideas about how to further the cooperation between Nigeria and the U.S. private sector.”

Over the past two years, he added, Nigeria has invested heavily in the agriculture sector as an integral initiative to diversify the economy.

Saraki said that, “Obviously, we have invested too much to change our

L-R: President of the Senate, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki with the leader of delegation of the Board of Directors of the United States (U.S.) Chamber of Commerce, Co-Chair of Africa Business Centre and Chairman of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, during a courtesy visit by the U.S. and African body to the President of the Senate in Abuja… on Thursday.

national strategy. The current challenge is how do we attract investment to grow the industries within the agriculture sector.”

Several members of the delegation thanked Saraki for his leadership on economic reform issues; and in undertaking a review for recommendations to enhance Nigeria’s ICT sector.

IBM announced at the meeting that the company would soon commence its Digital Nation training program in Africa where they seek to train some 25 million people—mostly in Nigeria—for “new collar jobs.”

The Senate President applauded the project; and commended the companies for their efforts to train young Nigerians.

“Nigeria’s ability to grow the economy with jobs is a national priority” Saraki said.

He said, “ICT development is the way to develop employment and skills’ training opportunities for many young people in Nigeria; and we must continue to work together to create the enabling environment to realize this potential.”

He also welcomed the CoChair of the Africa Business Center, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, to the National Assembly; and commended him for his contributions that helped shape the Senate’s Economic Legislative Agenda through his

participation in a business leader’s round-table in Lagos in September 2016.

“It should be noted that several of his keen observations and ideas were incorporated into the National Assembly’s Recommendations to President Muhammadu Buhari, on growing the economy,” Saraki stated.

According to Mr. Eisner, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce represents three million U.S. companies.

He said, “The creation of the ABC represents a new era of economic engagement. It is intended to help breakdown market barriers for increased U.S.-Nigeria trade and investment.”

On his part, the leader of the delegation, Dangote, said the visit to the President of the Senate and the Leadership of the Senate by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Africa Business Centre was meant to discuss things of interest, “as they affect Nigeria, Africa and the United States.”

“There are a lot of things in terms of what other companies are doing in terms of job creation, training, Africans in ICT and also how to improve the situation and get most of the U.S. companies to come and be involved in agriculture where Nigeria can have food security and be major exporters of food items rather than importing food,” Dangote said.

PDP carpets APC over Maina Ï Seeks resignation of presidential aide Lateef Ibrahim, Abuja

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The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, reiterated on Thursday that the body language of the All Progressives Congress, APC -led government in the fight against corruption is mere propaganda and road-show.

The opposition PDP pointed out that the idea of the APC blaming every misdemeanor on previous administration is symptomatic of failure to deliver on promises The PDP, in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Prince Dayo Adeyeye, specifically called for the resignation of the Senior Special Assistant

on Media to the President, Mallam Garba Shehu over a press release issued by him on Wednesday, pointing out that the SSA and his likes have nothing more to contribute in government.

Mallam Garba Shehu had, in the said press release blamed the former Administration of President Goodluck Jonathan as being responsible for the return of the Chairman of the Pension Transition Committee, Mr Abdulrasheed Maina.

The PDP tagged the statement by the SSA on Media to the President as the height of absurdity.

The opposition PDP urged the APC led government to re-evaluate the

inclusion of the likes of Garba Shehu in the administration.

It pointed out that a man who is fixated on blaming each and every mistake of this government on the PDP has certainly run out of ideas, and must even have lost the capacity for rational thinking.

The PDP wondered about the extent of the damage he may be causing to this country with his continuous stay as an Assistant to the President.

The statement by the PDP reads in full, “We are not surprised on the postulation by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Alhaji Garba Shehu

in which he blamed the former Administration of Goodluck Jonathan as being responsible for the return of fugitive Abdulrasheed Maina. This is to say the least the height of absurdity.

“The shenanigans surrounding the return of Maina who was under investigation and sacked by the previous administration of PDP is an issue Nigerians are privy to and even Maina’s immediate family have come out openly with their position that President Buhari was responsible for his return. > “May we therefore remind Garba Shehu in case he has forgotten that the current administration is

that of the APC and not PDP, so we wonder how PDP will be responsible for the mess created by President Buhari and his cabals.

“We had earlier in our response on this matter advised the government to properly investigate those responsible for this mess and bring them to justice and we still stand on that, because Nigerians are tired of excuses and blame game.

“We reiterate that the body language of this APC government in the fight against corruption is mere propaganda and road-show. The idea of blaming every misdemeanor on previous administration is symptom-

atic of failure to deliver on promises and its time Garba Shehu and his likes resigns if they have nothing more to contribute in government.

“Finally, we urge the APC led government to reevaluate the inclusion of the likes of Garba Shehu in the administration. > “A man who is fixated on blaming each and every mistake of this government on the PDP has certainly run out of ideas, and must even have lost the capacity for rational thinking.

“We wonder the damage he may be causing to this country with his continuous stay as an Assistant to the President”, the opposition party said.

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Demon not cause of road crashes - FRSC Myke Uzendu, Abuja

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The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Mr Boboye Oyeyemi, has advised drivers to imbibe the habit of safe driving, adding that demons should not be seen as the cause of road crashes but reckless and irresponsible use of the road.

Oyeyemi stated this in Abuja during the launch of the 10th edition of the ``Don’t Drink and Drive’’ campaign of Nigerian Breweries (NB) in collaboration with the FRSC. The Corps Marshall who was represented by the Corps Public Education Officer, Mr Bisi Kazeem, the FRSC boss blamed the situation on recklessness and irresponsibility of motorists.

He explained that driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs was largely responsible for the most recorded road crashes.

This, according to him, underscores the fact that a drunk driver is more likely to drive dangerously or involve in other life-threatening road traffic violations.

He said, ``The Ember Months being a period of festivities, people are wont to get drunk on daily basis in the name of celebration.

``Nigerians must be aware that frequent cases of road crashes during this period, particularly the ember months are unconnected to demonic activities. ``This campaign, therefore, is a timely reminder that drinking and driving do not only pose threat to the life of the drunk driver, but also to the lives and property of other of all road users. ``Such are still a threat to the state of road infrastructure which costs a lot of resources to produce and mount on the highways and city centres.’’

Going down memory lane, Oyeyemi recalled that a total of 31 accidents involving 122 people were recorded during the 2016 ember month, leaving five persons dead and 53 injured.

The FRSC helmsman lauded Nigeria Breweries for placing the safety of lives and property of its customers above profit with the ``Don’t Drink and Drive’’ campaign.

In his speech, The Managing Director of NB, Mr Johan Doyer, said the campaign was an annual awareness creation and life-saving initiative designed to promote responsible drinking among drivers and other road users.

Boko Haram flees into Madagali, Adamawa Tom Garba, Yola

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Following the hit on Boko Haram terrorists in Borno and Yobe states, the insurgents are fleeing into Adamawa state to hide.

This was disclosed by the Chairman of Madagali Local Government Area of the state, Hon. Muhammed Yusuf, has disclosed that.

Yusuf made the disclosure through a telephone chat with Daily Times on Thursday noting that he got news from a source that the terrorists are fleeing into Madagali which is a border town to Gwoza in Borno state the stronghold of insurgency.

He said he was using this

platform to call on the security apparatus to tighten up security in Madagali in order to prevent the insurgents from entering the town and the state.

Yusuf further explained that they already have insurgents terrorizing and molesting their people for five years now and allowing more of the terrorists to flee into Madagali will worsen the activities of the insurgents in his area.

“We already have some insurgents in Sambisa forest few meters to Madagali that we are managing and trying to wipe-out and to allow more to join the ones we have will worsening the situation,” he said.

He urged the security operatives manning the areas to do a thorough check on motorists and passengers coming out of Borno and Yobe states into other states.

Yusuf also commended the military for lunching fierce attacks on the insurgency as he believed that if the military continue in such manner the fight against the insurgency will be a thing of the past.

He however said that the security situation presently in Madagali is a bit calm for two to three days now but a proactive measure should be taken to stop the insurgents from worsening the security situation in the

area.

Also commenting on the issue, the member Representing Madagali/Michika Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Adamu Kamale, said, he was not just only concerned about the fleeing Boko Haram insurgents but the series of attacks on Madagali on daily and weekly basis.

He lamented that more than 100 women kidnapped by the Boko Haram insurgency in recent times are still under their custody in Sambisa forest and they had reported the matter the authorities countless time but nothing has been done to rescue these women.

We encourage aggressive development in N’Delta – NDDC chairman ÏÏÏ The Chairman of

the Governing Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba, SAN, has stressed the importance of engagements and partnerships in the development of the Niger Delta region.

Senator Ndoma-Egba stated this when a delegation from the Itsekiri Nation paid him a courtesy visit at the NDDC headquarters in Port Harcourt on Thursday.

The Chairman commended the representatives of the Warri monarch for the mature approach they took in the issues concerning the Warri kingdom. He said: “You seek development. We desire development. We will continue to partner with people who seek development and approach their issues in a peaceful way. We want to encourage a new kind of militancy.

“This is the kind of militancy we want to see in the region, a militancy of engagement and partnership.

We don’t want a militancy

of fighting.”

Senator Ndoma-Egba said that a comprehensive development of the Niger Delta region would not be achieved without a sustainable master plan, stating that the NDDC was committed to going back to the Niger Delta Regional Development Master Plan.

The Chairman said: “We have to agree on whether to terminate the existing Master Plan, update it or upgrade it. But a Master Plan is needed so that our annual budgets will be annual incremental steps towards achieving the vision of the plan.”

He declared that NDDC had set up a board committee to complement the secretariat of the Partners for Sustainable Development, PSD Forum that would start work on the Master Plan.

Senator Ndoma-Egba said that NDDC was now appropriating more money for existing projects, noting that in the 2017 budget, the Commission was allocating 70 per cent for on-going projects and only 30 per cent for new ones.

Speaker, House of Representatives, Hon. Yakubu Dogara (5th left); Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo (6th left); Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu (4th right) and others, after the 8th National Prayer Breakfast in Abuja… on Thursday.

Saraki vs Sahara Reporters: Judge hands off, orders transfer of case to another judge Kehinde Akinpelu, Ilorin

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Kwara State High Court judge, Justice Sikiru Oyinloye, has excused himself from a contempt application filed by Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, against online publisher, Omoyele Sowore and his company, Sahara Reporters.

At the resumed hearing of the matter yesterday, Oyinloye also ordered a halt to further proceedings in a substantive suit where Sowore and his company are seeking to set aside a N4 billion judgment debt earlier issued against them by him ( Oyin-

loye) for publishing libellous articles against Saraki.

Counsel to Saraki Babatunde had sought to move the application for contempt proceedings against Sowore but Justice Oyinloye asked him not to do so, on the ground that the matter affected the integrity of his court.

“I do not want to be a judge in what seems to be my own case; the application is hereby directed to be taken to the Registry pronto”, the judge said, adding that he had deliberately refused to read the application since it was brought to his office.

In a short ruling thereafter, the court directed Saraki

to go back to the High Court Registry and start a fresh process for the assigning of the case by the Chief Judge of the state.

Oyinloye also directed the Registrar of his own court to initiate the transfer of the case file to the main Registry and undertake a daily followup of the file until the matter is assigned to a new judge.

The judge later gave the two parties a new date of November 24, 2017 when they are to appear before him to give a progress report on the contempt proceedings.

Earlier during yesterday’s session, the court had fined Sahara Reporters and So-

wore the sum of N20, 000 for discontinuing their motion on notice, dated August 18, 2017.

The court held that moves taken to withdraw the application would necessarily truncate the business of the court.

Counsel to the defendants/ applicants, Mr. Stanley Imhanruor, had moved the motion for the discontinuance and while Babatunde Olomu would not object to the motion he however asked for N1million cost to augment the expenses incurred by the claimant/respondent’s legal team.

Daily Times Nigeria Friday, October 27, 2017

UNICEF social media platform to engage 2m Nigerian responders

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UNICEF’s unique social media platform to engage with communities on issues that affect them, has surpassed two million registered responders in Nigeria, the UN agency has disclosed.

U-Report uses simple Short Message Service (SMS) messages and social media to reach communities around the country and provides an opportunity for community members to share their opinions and drive positive change. U-Report relies on volunteer community members, mostly young people, serving as U-Reporters to provide information through conducting polls on issues that affect their communities. It is also an important tool for sharing information through message alerts.

Including the more than 2 million Nigeria U-Report-

ers, the U-Report platform reaches communities in 39 countries around the world and has grown to almost 4 million since it was first launched in 2011.

The first U-Report poll in Nigeria was sent out in April 2014 and since then, 169 polls have been run and more than 150 alerts issued on the Nigerian U-Report platform in Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo, Pidgin and English. The topics include health, education, safety and security, Internally Displaced Persons, water and sanitation and violence against children, with results disseminated to Government and other relevant agencies.

Since its inception in Nigeria, UNICEF’s main partner on U-Report has been National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) which has been a key player in the recruitment of

responders. All states in Nigeria are represented on the platform, with the highest number of U-Reporters registered in Jigawa State.

The Office of the Vice President, Nigerian Senators and members of the House of Representatives are using UReport to connect with their communities on important issues to find out what needs to be improved or where the focus needs to be in service delivery in their states.

“Reaching 2 million U-Reporters in Nigeria is a huge step in community engagement for improved service delivery,” said UNICEF Nigeria Representative Mohamed Fall.

“It provides an even greater opportunity for information sharing, increased stakeholder engagement and transparency as a direct channel of communication

between leaders and the people they serve,” he added.

The most recent initiative is a partnership concluded October 13 with the National Emergency Management Agency which will be using the platform to share life-saving information with communities in case of emergencies such as floods and disease outbreaks.

U-Report Nigeria is running a media campaign on AIT and Radio Nigeria, where the bi-weekly poll results are shared and experts on the topic are interviewed during radio and television programmes for comment.

Poll results are also carried in PUNCH and the Guardian (Nigeria) Newspapers and a mobile application is now fully functioning with U-Reporters sharing stories from across the country and communicating with each other.

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Kaduna Electric to retain corps members ÏÏÏKaduna

Electric is set to give automatic employment to youth corps members who have demonstrated outstanding performance during their service year with the company.

The Managing Director/CEO Engr Garba Haruna stated this while addressing the outgoing Batch B, Stream A NYSC corps members who served with the company at the company’s premises in Kaduna.

The Managing Director who spoke through the Chief Corporate Service Officer, Mr Uday Mishra, commended the corps members who participated in the customer enumeration exercise saying that the exercise recorded success despite a few challenges.

He said thise to be retained will u servo fur-

We’re now repositioned for victory in Anambra –APC Alphonsus Nweze, Awka

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R-L: Bayo Olugbemi, Managing Director/CEO, First Registrars & Investor Services Ltd; Adeife Valentina Fowowe (bride); Daniel Oluwadamilola Fowowe (groom); Deacon Oluwaseyi Adetola (bride’s father) and Deaconess Modupe Adetola (bride’s mother) during the Solemnization of Holy Matrimony at Williams Memorial Methodist Cathedral, Ebute-Metta, Lagos...recently PHOTO: UFOT KINGSLEY

World Bank earmarks $520m for rural roads

Kehinde Akinpelu, Ilorin

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World Bank has earmarked five hundred and twenty million dollars for rural roads infrastructure across selected states in the country.

This was disclosed yesterday by the World Bank Country Director for Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project ( RAAMP ), Engineer Tunji Ahmed during a courtesy visit to Kwara State Governor, Dr Abdulfatah Ahmed

at Government House Ilorin.

According to Engr Ahmed, the project was sponsored by the World Bank, French Development Bank and Africa Development Bank to provide suitable road network for rural farmers to convey their farm produce to the market and avoid losses arising from wastages during transportation.

The World Bank Country Director noted that twentyfive per cent of farm produce are lost as a result of lack of

access to markets occasioned by bad roads, adding that RAAMP would improve rural access, agricultural marketing and open up rural areas in the selected participating states.

Responding, the Kwara State Governor, Dr Abdulfatah Ahmed identified lack of good road network as an impediment to the movement of farm produce to the market for final consumers, thereby leading to wastages.

Dr Ahmed commended

President Muhammadu Buhari-led federal government for diversifying the economy through unpredented commitment to agriculture.

The governor said the decision by the state government to present proposal for the World Bank’s Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project was to create connectivity in moving farm produce to the market, promising that the state government has made provision for counterpart fund to enable it access the facility.

ther training to prepare them for the tasks ahead.

He also wished those who would not be retained with the company well in their future endeavours.

Also speaking the Head of Information and Communication Technology, Mallam Yasir Abdussalam urged the corps members to use the knowledge and experience acquired during the service year in their future endeavours.

The Head Corporate Communications; Abdulazeez Abdullahi urged the corps members to always be good ambassadors of the company wherever they may find themselves.

On her part the head of Human Resources; Khadijat Kabir informed them of the arrangement by the department to host the corps members to a sendforth party on Wednesday , 1st November.

All Progressives Congress (APC), in Anambra State has said it is now properly re-positioned as one family to wrestle power from the ruling All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) November 18,2017 Governorship election.

The State chairman, Tony Nwoye Campaign Organisation, Hon. Azuka Okwuosa addressing newsmen in Awka described as “nightmare and over ambitious”, the statement credited toAPGA, that there was “no vacancy in Government House, Awka, come November 18.

Okwuosa said “APGA has not done well in the state, we don’t intend to join issues with members of the party, APC is well re-positioned to wrestle power from APGA, and by the grace of God as from Nov. 18, APC will take the dividends of democracy to Anamberians,” saying that the statement credited to APGA chieftain, Chief Victor Umeh was a ruse and cannot determine the people’s will.

Hon. Okwuosa said APC has all it takes to rule the state come Nov 18, stressing, “tt is unfortunate that Anambra had been under one party system for 14 years without development, and it is at a slow pace, but we in the APC are set to make the difference and put smiles on the faces of Anamberians. APGA government of Anambra State has failed the people, and it has nothing to offer rather, than propaganda on the pages of newspapers,” .

He challenged the APGA to show substantial proof of good governance and provision of infrastructural developments in the state, rather than awarding bogus contracts that were never completed.

He said APGA led Government has not constructed more than a kilometre road. and urged the People of the State to disregard the threat of “no Vacancy in Anambra Government House by Chief Victor Umeh.

He said that powers belonged to God, adding that Anambra come November 18, will vote out APGA which has abysmally failed to provide the dividends of democracy to the people.

Chief Victor Umeh, who is the Director General, Obiano Re-elcection Campaign Organization, had some time ago declared that there was no vacancy in Anambra State Government House come Nov.18, insisting that the state government led by Dr. Willie Obiano had done well in the areas of infrastructure and human capital development across the 21 local government areas of the state, prompt payment of salaries among others.

Chief Umeh who made this declaration in Awka at an enlarged meeting of the party, said that the five-pont Agenda of the governor has been working, saying that Anambra is an APGA State.

Chief Umeh observed that APGA had never lost any election since 2003 after the defeat of Sir Chiwoke Mbandunuju 14 year ago.

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CBAAC crowns Obasanjo Ruby King of FESTAC

By Ediri Esiri,Uchechi Emmanuel and Theresa Tekenah

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LASTMA to clampdown on motorists plying one way on Lagos roads Benjamin Omoike

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ing one way along the Airport Road in Lagos. This much was disclosed by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), on Thursday, as the agency warned stakeholders in the aviation sector and members of the public to henceforth desist from flouting the State Traffic Law with regard to plying one way on Airport Road, failure of which appropriate provisions of the law would apply.

Speaking during a joint enforcement carried out in the axis by LASTMA and the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), of the Lagos Police Command, General Manager of the Agency, Mr. Olawale Musa, said the State government had been inundated with several reports of motorists driving against traffic in the corridor, and that it would not allow such illegality to continue.

While addressing the aviation stakeholders, which included members of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, chapters of Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs, Agents and National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders, the LASTMA GM said it had been observed that operators in the axis and members of the public were flouting the State Traffic Law with attendant dangers to other road users, as well as lives and property.

He said the development was also hindering the ongoing massive expansion and reconstruction of the Airport Road being undertaken by the State government.

The LASTMA boss said: “As people are aware, there is ongoing expansion of the Airport Road and we have deployed our men strategically along the axis to ease traffic. Along the line, we saw that we are having this chal-

lenge of people passing one way from the Hajj Camp end and every time our men challenge them, they tell us Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), gave them the authority to pass one way. They even challenge us that this is a federal road and that state law does not apply.

“We believe that should not happen and we went there to see what is happening and we actually saw people plying one way but we are very sure that FAAN cannot tell anybody to flout the laws of the land.

“We have held discussions with them and we understand their challenge, which is basically the need for a U-turn while the new construction work is ongoing.

“We will try and help them to solve the problem but we will not allow anybody to pass one way in the axis.

The dangers in doing so are of greater proportion and the State government cannot allow people to break

the law with impunity,” Musa said.

He added that another meeting had been scheduled between LASTMA, the contractor handling the Airport Road and the aviation stakeholders to resolve the issue raised by the operators, but insisted that the agency would not allow anybody to pass one way in the axis. Also speaking, RRS Commander, ACP Olatunji Disu, said the police would work with LASTMA to ensure sanity and compliance with the relevant traffic laws in the axis and all parts of the State. “We will not close our eyes to people flouting the laws of the land. I have the instruction of the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Imohimi Edgal, to assist LASTMA to ensure that we stop this and that is exactly what we have done today,” Disu said.

The operation was led by the Chief Executive Officer of LASTMA, Mr. Chris Olakpe, a retired Assistant Inspector General of Police.

gun Obasanjo will be crowned the Ruby King of FESTAC and patron of African culture in commemoration of the 40th anniversary of FESTAC which was held in Lagos in 1977.

According to the Director General of Centre for Black and Africa Arts and Civilization (CBAAC) Dr Ferdinand Anikwe the former president will be crowned in recognition to his valued contributions to the promotion and development of African culture and heritage as well as his role in the emancipation, unity and development of the continental and Africans in Diaspora FESTAC was held under Obasanjo administration as head of state. According to Anikwe Ruby King is a high energy gemstone (precious stone) that is most desirable in ancient times due to its hardness and durability. It was a precious gift associated with the anniversary of important events, it’s highly reversed in many cultures throughout history.

Ruby has always been a talisman of passion, protection and prosperity and it also suggest, an inextinguishable flame within the stone that legends claim would shine through even the thickest clothing and could not be hidden. All these he said best portray Obasanjo as the Ruby King of FESTAC and patron of African culture.

The event will feature serious activities which include expo/exhibition on Africa’ creative industries by participating countries and organizations, culture and traditional performances by participating countries states and organization in Nigeria, international symposium/ colloquium on black and African arts and culture and the 21th century imperative, documentary on externalizing the spirit of FESTAC’77

by CBAAC . The arts exhibition is titled “Glimpses of FESTAC’77’’.

There will also be African food fair by participating states in Nigeria and traditional wrestling competition, beauty pageant by participating states at the gala night and also a visit to tourist and historical sites in Lagos .

Stop instigating religious, ethnic tension, IDFP tells politicians We are working to sanitise politics in Mathew Dadiya, Abuja

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for Peace (IDFP), has cautioned politicians and public servants in Nigeria to desist from instigating religious and ethnic tensions, advising, they should rather concentrate on good governance anchored on justice, equity and respect for human rights in order to achieve a conducive atmosphere for development.

IDFP also called on Nigerians across every divides to shun hate and dangerous speeches that could lead to breach of law and order.

Speaking at a press conference held at The Kukah Centre, Abuja on Thursday, the co-chairmen of

the group, Alhaji Ishaq Kunle Sanni and Bishop Sunday Onuoha said that the recent events in the country threaten the peace and unity of Nigeria.

Nigeria has grown to the extent that no singular religion can dominate the entire landscape adding that all religions and ethnicities would thrive and benefit the people, the forum stated.

IDFP which came up through the facilitation of International Dialogue Centre also known as KAICIID with headquarters in Vienna, said they have put mechanism in place for both Christians and Muslims especially those at the grassroots to tolerate one another.

“IDFP observes the recent regional agitation and counter agitation in

the country with great concern. We note that the increasing calls for secession and other forms of religious and ethnic cleavages undoubtedly threaten the peace and stability of this country.”

“Fortunately, the IDFP sees a silver lining in the dark clouds and hereby calls on all Nigerians to be hopeful about the future and not give in to the seeming despair that has enveloped the socio-economic and political atmosphere. We believe that destiny has brought us together as people of this great country to live together in one united country,” the group said.

“We want to particularly plead with Nigerians to shun hate and dangerous speeches especially at these trying times.

Kano - IPAC chairman

Yakubu Salisu, Kano

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Chairman of Kano interparty advisory council (IPAC) and leader of Mega Progressives People’s Party (MPPP) in Kano Alhaji Isa Nuhu Isa popularly known as Dan Fulani has said that efforts are been made to sanitize political activities in the state.

Dan Fulani who was elected into office on the 28th of September 2017 disclosed that the council under his leadership is working out modalities on how to put a stop to politics of hate, bitterness and thuggery in the state.

According to him there is the need

for politicians in the state to adopt modern method of politics devoid of slander, character deformation and bloodshed. That leaders of every political party in in the state must educate and caution their followers or supporters to see each order as brothers and sisters. “rather than sending youths to media station particularly radio stations in the state to attack ones personality, we advise that politicians and their supporters inform the general public on achievements of their political fathers, his or her vision for the state and why the people should support him or allow him to remain in office if already elected. Such programs only heat up the state’s polity”

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National Chairmanship: PDP needs a gentleman with ideas – Adeniran Stories by Patrick Okohue with Agency Report A former Minister of Education, Prof. Tunde Adeniran, has said that his gentle mien will not diminish his chances of becoming the next national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Adeniran told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in a telephone interview on Wednesday that being a gentleman, he remained the best candidate in the race for the national chairmanship seat of the party.

The party’s national elective convention, which will produce the national chairman and other executive officers, is scheduled for Dec. 9 in Abuja.

Apart from Adeniran, former Deputy National Chairman of the party, Chief Olabode George; former Minister of Sports, Prof Taoheed Adedoja, and former PDP governorship

PROF. TUNDE ADENIRAN

SEN. AHMED MAKARFI

candidate in Lagos, Mr Jimi Agbaje, are also in the chairmanship race.

Former governors of Ogun and Oyo states, Chief Gbenga Daniel and Chief Rasheed Ladoja respectively; media mogul, Chief Raymond Dokpesi, and one-time acting chairman, Chief Uche Secon-

dus, are also eying the party’s chairmanship.

Adeniran said the perception that he is a gentleman is a good one, as the PDP needs such a person with ideas and vision to drive its progress.

“Yes, I am a gentleman. The belief in some quarters that the party does not need a gen-

tleman as leader is an insult not only to the party, but every member.

“Leadership is not by thuggery, is not by violence, but by ideas, passion, vision and commitment.

“We don’t need a violent person in PDP as chairman. We need a man with ideas to drive the party‘s vision. I am that man. I am that gentleman,” he said.

The former minister said with God on his side and the support he was enjoying across the party, he was sure to clinch the post.

He insisted that he had all it required to lead and reposition the party, being a founding member with the requisite experience.

“PDP needs a leader with the right vision, passion for good leadership qualities and a leader with right experience.

“I am passionate about re-

Tambuwal gets Assembly’s nod to appoint 6 new special The Sokoto State House of Assembly on Wednesday approved the appointment of six new Special Advisers for Gov. Aminu Tambuwal.

The approval followed a motion by the Leader of the Assembly, Alhaji Garba Bello (APC- Yabo), which was unanimously adopted.

Tambuwal had earlier sent request for the appointment of the new special advisers in a letter to the Assembly on Oct. 23.

According to Tambuwal, the appointment is to assist in the execution of government policies and programmes for the benefit of the citizenry.

With the lawmakers’ approval, the number of special advisers to the governor would increase

to 36 as he had 30, who are currently working with him.

In the motion, Bello said the approval was in line with the provision of sections 196 sub-section 1 and 2 of the 1999 Constitution of Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).

He said additional advisers would assist the governor in the execution of government policies and programmes for the overall development of the state.

The Deputy Speaker, Alhaji Abubakar Magaji, who presided at the plenary, said the appointment was considered and approved accordingly.

In another development, the Assembly received a letter from Gov. Tambuwal consisting number of bills, amendments and the

The candidate of African Peoples Party (APP) in the Nov. 18 Anambra Governorship election, Mr Chris Nweke, has urged the electorate to shun monetary inducement in their voting decisions.

Nweke told newsmen in Awka that big parties were polluting the political space with display of so much money.

He said that he would win the election in spite of his underdog status, noting that neither money nor god-father syndrome but practicable manifestos would decide the election.

Nweke said he had a well-articu-

lated programme for the development of the state, adding that he was not into politics to make money, but to work for the interest and development of the state.

The candidate appealed to the electorates to ignore his rivals who had no people-oriented programmes and deceived people with money, but rather to vote for APP for good dividends of democracy.

“I represent a new hope in surmounting these hurdles against development and have resolved to match my opponents with my political goodwill.

TAMBUWAL

repeal of penal code law for legislative consideration.

The letter reads; “These bills and amendments are important

to the development of our great state as they seek to establish some agencies and parastatals as well as a holistic restructuring of penal code law initiated by Northern Governors.

“Your expeditious consideration of these bills would engender the discharge of the collective mandate given to us,” Tambuwal said.

Some of the bills include a bill for a law to establish Penal Code Law of Sokoto State and bill to establish College of Midwifery Sciences in Tambuwal.

Others were bill for the establishment of Sokoto State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency and bill to repeal the retirement age of academic staff of tertiary institutions in the state.

Anambra guber candidate decries monetary inducement in politics “I will also channel all efforts and resources towards re-orientating and grooming our people, especially youths to work for progress of our state.

“The electorate should be focused, look into the antecedent of the governorship candidates, identify and judge among them who have the charisma to take Anambra to the next level.

“They should not look at money used to induce voters during the election, they should vote wisely for our state to be better,” Nweke said.

He said the education sector

would be improved and strengthened with adequate funding and qualified personnel.

The candidate added that his administration would stick by the internationally agreed standard of 26 per cent allocation to education.

The APP candidate said that if elected, he would announce free and compulsory education for all children from the cradle to JSS 3 class.

Nweke urged the people to support and vote him as a governor to realise his ambition of building a peaceful and prosperous state.

positioning the party and I am brimming with ideas and vision to return the party to winning ways,’’ he said.

Adeniran said his academic and political background as a political science professor and former minister had enriched his suitability for the seat.

He acknowledged that other aspirants had great attributes, but said his kind of vision to salvage the PDP at a critical moment was unmatched.

The National Caretaker chairman of the party, Sen. Ahmed Makarfi had said at the end of the party’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting on Tuesday that the chairmanship seat was zoned to the entire South, and not microzoned to the South-West.

He said the party’s nonelective convention zoned the presidency to the North and the chairmanship to the South.

Lagos council poll: 22 candidates appeal tribunal’s verdict No fewer than 22 candidates, who contested the July 22 Lagos State Council polls, have appealed the decisions of the Lagos State Local Government Election Petition Tribunals at the Appeal Tribunal.

Justice G. M. Onyeabo, the chairperson of the 2017 Local Government Election Petitions Appeal Tribunal, announced this on Wednesday at the tribunal’s inaugural sitting.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Onyeabo and four other justices — O. Kasali, A. Onigbanjo, O. A. Dabiri and K. A. Jose — make up the panel.

The tribunal, which was inaugurated on Oct. 23, will hear and determine the appeals within 21 days.

The judge said: “Accordingly, therefore, any application for enlargement of time for the doing of an act or taking a step shall not be granted in such a manner as to extend the time for the determination of the appeal beyond the 21 days prescribed.

“To this end, the tribunal solicits the maximum cooperation from the bar to avoid needless time wasting applications.

“The parties and learned counsel should be rest assured that this panel will be fair to all the parties and follow the rules strictly. We will have to modify our sitting because of time constraint.

“We also appeal to all that there should be no hobnobbing with members of the panel and tribunal staff to allow us concentrate and perform this duty to the society to the best of our endeavour.”

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Nwoye Campaign Organisation bemoans destruction of campaign billboards, posters Stories by Patrick Okohue with Agency Report The Tony Nwoye Campaign Organization has decried what is described as the increasing rate at which the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) led government and her agencies is melting unprovoked hostilities on the Tony Nwoye Campaign train, describing it as condemnable.

The organisation said that it

was bad enough that Governor Willie Obiano and his team have imposed unreasonable levies on any candidate who wishes to mount campaign billboards or paste posters, but allege that “yet he sends out his hoodlums to single out all billboards and posters belonging to Dr Tony Nwoye for onward destruction.”

According to the organiation it was regrettable that after paying N3million naira levy to the Anambra Signage

and Advertisement Agency (ANSAA) by Dr Tony Nwoye for all his campaign adverts, the same APC campaign billboards at Awka road, Onitsha, were “vandalized by the paid agents of APGA and Governor Obiano,” they further allege.

They noted that “this update is to put the reading public in the know of the wanton destruction perpetrated by members of APGA in Anambra and her agencies.

Adding that “Dr Tony

Nwoye, as a lover of peace has set all legal machineries in place to address this growing injustice. He has further admonished his teeming supporters to desist from contemplating or carrying out any form of reprisals.

“We hope that APGA and Governor Obiano will call their thugs to order, as this campaign must be issue based and devoid of any form of violence and acrimonious tendencies.”

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INEC involved in 419 cases under two years – Chairman The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said that it had been involved in 419 court cases over election matters from 2016 to date.

Chairman of the commission, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, said this in an interactive session with a group of civil society organisations, under the umbrella of the Situation Room, in Abuja.

“Between 2016 and 2017, till this week, we have appeared for 419 cases in four different courts; so, I will say that in the last two years INEC has been dragged to court 419 times.

“Conversely, 187 of them are at Federal and state high courts while 141 are at the Court of Appeal. Sixty-one of them are at the Supreme Court and two at the Industrial Court,’’ he said.

Yakubu said that the political atmosphere in Anambra was quite peaceful as compared to recent elections, adding that “up till today, we have no case in court on the nomination of any candidate’’.

He said that though the situation was unusual, it was rarely amazing in the context of litigation since the 2015 general elections.

The chairman said that 37 political parties were participating in the Nov. 18 Anambra governorship election which was a record for any governorship election in the country.

He said that INEC monitored all the political party’s primaries and that 35 of them complied with the rules except for two that changed their candidates after the primaries, which was not allowed.

He said that Anmabra had 21 local government areas, with 326 wards, 468 polling units, 724 voting points and 2,154,738 reg-

…As 37 political parties field candidates for Nov.18 Anambra guber poll

istered voters, including 203,681 new registrants.

Yakubu said that INEC had printed Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) for all registered voters in the state, and that the cards would be delivered on Saturday to the state so that the process of collection could commence.

He said that arrangement had been made for collection of the PVCs at the ward level so that it would be closer to the polling units.

The chairman said that INEC had delivered all the non-sensitive materials to Anambra, down to the local government areas.

He said that logistics were okay because the infrastructure in the state was reasonably

PROF. MAHMOOD YAKUBU good as there was no part of the state that could not be reached in 30 minutes.

He said that the commission was confident with the security arrangement on ground, explaining that “we have engaged with the security agents and we want the deployment to follow

the needs of the commission.”

Yakubu said that INEC had made provision for hand-held magnifying glasses for albinos as requested by the Albino Foundation to help them see the party logos.

He added that all funds had been provided and remitted to the state for the conduct of the election.

Yakubu reassured indigenes of Anambra of early commencement of election, adding that the commission had made provision for ad hoc staff to stay the night at the polling areas.

Earlier, the Convener of Situation Room, Mr Clement Nwankwo, said the meeting was organised in order to clear the concerns of civil society organ-

isations regarding the election.

Nwankwo said that CSOs were concerned with the safety of the electoral materials, ad hoc staff and the people.

He urged INEC to allow the CSOs to have access to monitor the collation centres to enhance the credibility of the final results that would be announced.

He advised the commission to continue to monitor the ballot paper to prevent some political parties conniving with the printers to omit their names or party’s logo to cook up legal cases.

Nwankwo also urged political parties to abide by the rules and regulations of the commission in order to have a free and fair election.

MURIC, groups want government to make citizens’ wellbeing priority The New Nigeria Nationalists (NNN), a Non Governmental Organisation (NGO) has urged the three tiers of government to place premium on the well-being of every Nigerian by providing them the basic necessities of life that will make them happy.

The Director of Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), Prof.

Ishaq Akintola; NNNs National Coordinator, Mrs Foluso Makanjuola-Oyenuga and other stakeholders said this at a news conference on the state of the nation held at Bola Memorial Anglican Church Hall, Ikeja.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the objective of NNN is to advocate good governance.

Makanjuola -Oyenuga in her address said that the state of the country had become more worrisome to an average Nigerian, and urged the government to place priority on providing the basic necessities of life to

its citizens to reverse the trend.

“Nobody that is averagely reasonable can be happy in an environment of pervasive pain and penury that has been the lots of Nigerians for a very long time now. This is a scenario that the leadership of this country has to pay attention to.”

She said that after Nigeria gained independence from the British government in 1960, the country should not have remained a poor one owing to the natural and human resources God had endowed her with.

She said that Nigerians were usually reminded of what they had lost in terms of development and growth since then due to base leadership.

She said that the country should suspend the annual celebration of its independence until the government could provide basic amenities of life.

Makanjuola-Oyenuga said that the middle class had gradually been going into extinction

and expanding the percentage of the masses because of months of unpaid salaries to several workers and unemployment.

“Celebration will start when the resources of the country are adequately and effectively deployed to provide meaningful living for every Nigerian without any form of discrimination.

“We shall celebrate when food is made available to all of us after appropriately harnessing the abundant agricultural potentials of the country.

“For us, celebration will start when there are good medical services for all the citizens. Celebration should only start when every child and adult is rescued from the shameful grip of illiteracy.

“There shall be celebration when the economy is redesigned to comfortably serve and sustain every individual that cares to take positive and productive advantage of it,’’ she

said.

Also, Mr Paul Erinne, a member, Board of Trustees (BoT)of NNN, said that corruption had made it impossible for public office holders to deliver on their electoral promise of providing basic amenities for citizens.

“It is noted that the deprivation of the populace of basic things of life: education, health, nutrition, is arguably the worst crime against humanity because people die in hundreds of thousands as a result,’’ he said.

Erinne who commended President Muhammadu Buhari’s war against corruption, urged every Nigerian to support the administration’s efforts.

“We cannot fail to mention that it is not all gloom as we have a leader who has been able to put the brakes on the slide into corruption by the implementation of the Treasury Single Account, which has reduced corruption and impunity in the public service.

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ewspaper reports that the local airlines in Nigeria may collapse within the next five years if urgent steps are not taken to improve their performance has brought to the front burner the current poor performance of most domestic airlines in the country and the need for urgent steps by the government to safe the aviation industry from imminent collapse.

Local airlines in the country currently operate domestic and regional routes, but they may find it difficult to operate further because of stiff competition arising from the open skies initiative now gaining ground across Africa. The open skies agreement which liberalises air services in Africa was signed in Yamoussoukro in 1988. The resultant deregulation of air services and the promotion of regional air markets brought in its wake transnational competition among airlines in Africa, thus creating a palpable fear that most airlines, especially the weak ones will eventually collapse.

The Yamoussoukro declaration is expected to take effect within the next five to seven years. But before the agreement goes into effect, some local airlines in Nigeria started experiencing operational difficulties which almost grounded their operations. They were bailed out by the federal government a few years ago. Unfortunately, some of the airlines that took the bailout are yet to fully pay back, thus creating a bad image for the aviation industry and making it difficult for the government to extend lifeline to them again. Consequently, experts are warning that in the ensuing competition the weak airlines would collapse, thus giving way to the strong ones to survive.

For Nigeria, many local airlines may not be able to compete favourably in the next few years and operate regular flights for a number of reasons. First, less than 20 of the 47 registered local

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airlines in the country have good insurance policy and without good insurance policy, they might not be able to effectively operate and compete both in the local and in the regional market.

Also, most of the local airlines have poor business plans and bad aircraft holding structure. They also operate multiple aircraft types and have poor maintenance history, bad crew and aircraft management system. It is also instructive that for many of them, the bailouts they received from the federal government some years ago are yet to be fully repaid, for some others, their aircraft holding structure cannot sustain their flight schedules.

In addition, most of them have poor corporate governance in running their airlines. Some have fat pay for foreign pilots and staff and meagre pay for local pilots and staff doing similar jobs.

Added to this are rampant corruption, fraud and conversion of operations money to personal use by many owners of local airlines. Worse still is the nonchalant attitude of some of the aircraft owners to the state of affairs of their airlines.

The way forward is for the strong airlines to streamline their aircraft holding structure for better performance and be ready for the stiff competition ahead. In addition, the airlines should adopt realistic business plans that can make their airlines survive the tough competition ahead.

The option of mergers and acquisition should also be vigorously pursued by airline owners. In doing this, some of the big airlines should merge to form mega airlines, or acquire the weaker ones. Where the airlines are unwilling to merge, the government should come up with a survival plan that would make them merge just as it did some years ago the Central Bank allowed many banks in the country to merge to meet the N25 billion minimum capital base directives set for the banks.

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Jay-Jay Okocha

Education is not just for a privileged few, it is for everyone. It is a fundamental human right.

The forces that unite us are intrinsic and greater than the superimposed influences that keep us apart.

“I believe another Jay-Jay is out there. But the most important thing is to ask a pertinent question: do we have the structure in place to be able to produce another JayJay Okocha, another Taribo West or another Sunday Oliseh?

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How Ferrari lost the Formula One Championship

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ercedes have won the Constructors Championship for the fourth year in a row. Ferrari not only lost out in the race for the Constructors’ crown 3 races to the end of the season, they also managed to dampen any hopes of winning the driver’s championship for their lead driver, Sebastian Vettel, after a very promising start.

German driver Sebastian Vettel won the first Grand Prix in Australia and by August, led his closest contender, Lewis Hamilton by seven points; but we are in the closing days of October and he trails the Briton by a whopping 66 points. Granted, Lewis Hamilton is not an easy competitor to go up against. He has won three championships already by sheer talent and brilliance, being exceptional on the controls and did I mention that he drives for Mercedes, who possess one of the best cars on the grid (some will even say the best). I should also mention that Vettel , a 4 – time champion himself, blew his slender advantage

when he opted to battle Red Bull driver Max Verstappen at the Singapore Grand Prix, ending his race in a crash at the first lap. Having established those facts, it cannot be ignored that the Ferrari garage have largely been the cause of their own downward spiral, complicit in reducing what promised to be a ‘two elephants fighting’ F1 season into a lion and a cowering Chihuahua race in the park.

At the start of the season, Ferrari matched Mercedes pace for pace with an upgraded aerodynamic package. On some circuits, it seemed that the Ferrari was even faster, Malaysia and Singapore quickly spring to mind. They also had the best reliability on the grid, so the only thing that could determine who won was an excellent, perfectly executed race strategy (Let’s not talk here about teams burning oil as fuel to help with power boost, as everybody denies they do it). When September came around, the flood gates of reliability issues opened for the storied racing franchise. First of all was the turbo problem for Ferrari, then a spark plug issue

and ultimately power loss. It seemed their luck had run out.

Or had it?

Some people say that you make your own luck by the decisions you take. I think that was the case with Ferrari. In a bid to push their cars to compete with the power of Mercedes, they seemed to have pushed themselves too far. If that seems too complicated to grasp, this is the layman’s explanation – Ferrari had been running their engines a lot hotter, the increased cylinder pressure messing with the intercooler which caused the problems in Sepang; the spark plug problems in Suzuka, was officially blamed by Ferrari on quality control but could also be linked with how the set up and engines were run. Formula One is a mechanical sport which means that things could be working one minute, then a slight tweak later, the entire pack of cards come crashing down. Furthermore, the reliability issues seemed to start when Ferrari started pushing for more performance and President Sergio Marchionne confirmed this by saying that changes will be

made within the team to prevent a repeat of these issues. These set of crises all, in effect, allude to the fact that the problems may not be quality but design issues. There was also the issue of focusing on the driver’s championship and ignoring the constructor’s with their clear favouritism of one driver over his teammate, Kimi Räikkönen.

Ultimately, it seems Ferrari have stumbled on the successful formula needed to compete with Mercedes. But to be the best, they have to find the consistency to match their rival’s performance and that comes with balance.

Ambition must not be allowed to run free without boundaries.

With Ferrari’s improvements have come consequences that it seems were not fully considered or as the Ferrari F1 technical chief Mattia Bonitto put it were “completely unexpected”.

It is this miscalculation and not some engineering providence that has made this season a cruise to another world championship for Mercedes. On that note, let’s enjoy the rest of the exciting but largely inconsequential races.

Continuous blame game by President Buhari and his team

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is. Excellency, President Muhammed Buhari, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, their surrogates and the All Progressive Congress continue to heap the blame on former President Jonathan for the economic downturn in the country today. They keep telling us that President Jonathan failed to efficiently manage proceeds from higher oil prices and left an empty treasury, the blame game needs to stop.

Before I go any further, let me make it very clear that I am apolitical, my loyalty is to the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the constitution and the truth.

I wanted President Goodluck Jonathan to be defeated in the 2015 elections because of the monumental corruption in his administration and his inability to protect Nigerians from the evil that is Boko Haram.

It is very unfair to blame former President Jonathan for our current economic situation.

President Jonathan and Mrs. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala wanted us to save when oil prices was at its peak. The duo on several occasions asked the 36 Governors to join the federal government in putting money aside, all 36 Governors were opposed to the idea, even going the length of taking the federal government to the Supreme Court in furtherance of their position. Our state

Governors said the federal government had no right to compel them to save, this is all in the public domain.

President Jonathan and Mrs. Okonjo-Iweala were able to put some money aside even though the system we run makes it almost impossible for us to save. With our current system, the revenues that goes into the government’s till is shared by all three tiers of government (federal, state and local government).

President Jonathan and Mrs. Okonjo-Iweala actually did Nigeria and President Buhari a big favour by establishing the Nigerian sovereign wealth fund with $1B, some of our state Governors were opposed to this idea as well. President Jonathan and Mrs. Okonjo-Iweala left behind about $1.6B from the income and education tax remitted by the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas. President Jonathan and Mrs. Okonjo-Iweala also left over $2B in the excess crude account for President Buhari and Vice President Osinbajo. About $30B controlled by the central bank remained in our foreign reserves in contrast to the $3.7B former President Obasanjo and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar met in our foreign reserves when they assumed office in 1999.

In actuality, bailouts wouldn’t have been available to states if former President Jonathan and Mrs. Okonjo-Iweala didn’t leave behind billions of dollars for President Buhari and Vice President Osinbajo when they assumed power in 2015.

We Nigerians have to hold second term Governors and immediate past Governors belonging to both the APC and PDP responsible for most of our current economic woes. Second term Governors and a huge majority of immediate past Governors failed to grow their respective ecomonies, failed to pay workers and pensioners, failed to create new jobs, failed to increase their internally generated revenue exponentially and they all failed to improve the lives and living conditions of the people they serve or served. Immediate past Governors also left behind huge debts for their successors. I commend President Buhari for giving states bailouts, Nigeria would have nosedived into a catastrophic depression if he hadn’t.

The Niger Delta Militants also played a huge role in our economic downturn, they disrupted our oil production by blowing up pipelines and attacking oil facilities.

Oil production was cut by half, from an average of 2.2 million barrels per day to about 1.1 million barrels per day. Nigeria was losing over $36M everyday, I am going to commend President Buhari, Vice President Osinbajo and Ibe Kachikwu for dousing the tension in the Niger Delta region and getting our oil production back to over 2 million barrels per day.

The last contributing factor in our current economic downturn was President Buhari, Vice President Osibanjo and their economic team. Very bad mistakes were made during this administration’s

first 15 months in office. Fuel prices was increased by President Buhari’s adminstration from N87 per litre to N145. The N58 added to the previous pump price was an indirect tax imposed on all Nigerians and it caused severe hardship for most Nigerians. The price hike affected the cost of transportation, goods, commodities and services.

A beyond ridiculous FX policy imposed on Nigerians and the companies operating in Nigeria

by President Buhari’s administration also had an adverse effect on our economy. The naira being devalued by the Central Bank when President Buhari was away in London treating an ear infection made things much worse, the exchange rate went from about N199/$1 to about N500/$1, a hike of N300.

Bad policies by the current administration, the exchange rate, unavailability of forex and banks refusal to restructure loans or issue new loans at a lower interest rate resulted in more than a few businesses exiting Nigeria and over 3 million jobs being lost in key sectors such as oil and gas, construction, aviation, banking, telecommunications and manufacturing.

Contrary to what we Nigerians are being fed on daily basis by our President and his surrogates, governors in their second term, immediate past governors, the Niger Delta militants and the current managers of our economy are the ones responsible for our economic downturn and the recession.

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From Baru to Maina: What next?

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t’s one of the ironies of the times that those getting the worst deal from retirement savings are the most vulnerable, the people that the scheme is supposed to

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After months in hiding, former Chairman of the Presidential Pension Reform Task Force, Abdulrasheed Maina, returned to the crime scene, hoping that we would have moved on from the allegation that he pocketed N2 billion from the fund.

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help.

Stories about pensioners dying in long, waiting lines have moved from front pages to obscure spots, yet we’re often confronted with news of incredible stealing by public officials managing pension savings.

After months in hiding, former Chairman of the Presidential Pension Reform Task Force, Abdulrasheed Maina, returned to the crime scene, hoping that we would have moved on from the allegation that he pocketed N2 billion from the fund.

Maina was an Assistant Director Works, Customs, Immigration and Prisons in the Pensions Office when former Head of Service, Stephen Oronsaye, recommended him to former President Goodluck Jonathan for a job.

Highly connected, Maina is the grandson of Mai Ali Dogo, the Emir of Biu (1920-1935) and his late father, Abdullahi Aliyu Biu, was an ambassador to Mali.

But these were not qualifications for the pension job, a job that was clearly beyond him.

Asking Maina to head an interagency team on pension reform, which comprised senior officials from at least five other agencies – and whose job was to straighten out the pension system – was like inviting a carpenter to perform tooth-extraction.

So, this carpenter came with his chisel and hammer to finish the bloody job that charlatans before him had started.

Maina had no business going near the pension fund and if his appointers had bothered to look, they would have found enough wreckage in his own life to warn them.

As an Assistant Director – the lowest rung in the directorate in the Federal Civil Service – he was heading a small unit, under the supervision of at least two other cadres of Directors.

He was on a salary of between N150,000 and N200,000 monthly; and even if he added every naira from his side hustle the best he would have hoped for was a small apartment in the suburbs of Abuja and a neat tokunbo car.

But that would have been another Maina. Abdulrasheed Maina still managed to live the life, apparently, from the sweat of pensioners pining away from unpaid entitlements.

This Maina, a third league Di-

Maina rector, paid $2 million cash to buy a house in Abuja. And it has now come to light that that $2 million property was only one in his collection of houses. As a fugitive, he escaped, not to his village in Biu, but to Dubai – that haven of princes – where he stayed for many months, plotting his triumphant return.

When he assumed office on a 30-month appointment to sort out the perennial pension mess, one of the major contracts awarded was for the emplacement of a biometrics system to cater for the estimated seven million plus registered pensioners, whose savings have been raided over the years in the name of “ghost workers”.

Maina actually claimed that he substantially cleaned up the system and exorcised the ghosts. He claimed that his committee recovered over N280 billion for the government, which was handed over to former Finance Minister Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, who in turn handed it over to former CBN Governor Sanusi Lamido Sanusi for the treasury.

He claimed that he blocked loopholes in police pension, which had allowed officers to cream off N1 billion monthly and he actually carries around a hefty cheque stub to prove his claim.

He insists that he is, alas, the innocent victim of vested interests, including politicians, led by former Senate President, David Mark, who waylaid him in the National Assembly, demanding his head on a saucer.

His story hardly passes the smell test, not because it may not contain grains of truth, but because his own lips are shimmering with oil from the spoils. The unnamed persons he is pointing at are not blameless; but while he is pointing one finger at them, four are pointing back at him. It’s a case of who got a bigger share of the pension pie.

I’m surprised that President Muhammadu Buhari’s Special Assistant on Prosecution, Okoi ObonoObla, an otherwise reasonable man, is talking as if Nigeria owes Maina an apology for the expose by PRE-

MIUM TIMES that led to Maina’s removal this week.

If the government was not ashamed to reappoint a man on the EFCC’s wanted list, pay him salary arrears and move to promote him again, because he has not been convicted of any crime, we may as well ask Diezani Allison-Madueke to return and help tidy up the mess in the NNPC. This is a shambles too many To be sure, pension assets have grown over the years, especially since the Pension Reform Act of 2004, which widened the pension net, expanded the market and established better regulation. Pension assets have also increased by over three fold since 2009 to nearly N7 trillion with over N480 billion invested by fund administrators.

But the gains have been in spite of multiple scandals in public sector pensions, and the growing misery among public sector pensioners at federal and state levels. Virtually all those who were supposed to ease their pain have ripped them off. A labour union president, one Ali Abatcha, even faced a trial over a N2.7 billion pension fraud.

In 2013, a former Director of Pensions Account in the office of the Head of Service was accused of offering a Senate committee chairman at the time N1 billion to look the other way in a pension scandal being investigated by the EFCC. The investigation followed reports that civil servants had, over the years, creamed off N159 billion from the pension fund.

That was not all. In a ruling that showed that forlorn pensioners were still on a long way to hope, an Abuja court sentenced one of six federal officials accused of making away with N33 billion of police pension fund to two years in prison, with an option of N250,000 fine.

This scandalous ruling was, among other things, also a parable to Maina at the time of his appointment that he, too, could game the system and get away with a light touch. Yet, his restoration through the backdoor was more than he could have bargained for.

He’s been complaining since his removal, threatening to name names and to tell all. That is precisely what we need: to get Maina to tell us the full story about how an assignment to reform pension turned into a personal gold mine.

Buhari’s government of change cannot stop with removing Maina.

With comparisons between Buhari and his predecessor, Jonathan, becoming worryingly shrill, failing to follow through quickly on the outcome of the presidential investigation into Maina’s second coming, can only further damage his government’s reputation.

It was, to say the least, shocking that the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, and the Minister for Interior, Abdulraham Dambazau, whose offices should have raised the flag, actually held the system at gunpoint to reinstate Maina, while the Head of Service and custodian of the rules, acted as a willing accomplice.

Coming one week after the faceoff between the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Ibe Kachikwu, and the GMD of NNPC, Maikanti Baru, on the ugly state of affairs at the NNPC, the Maina expose is another test of the vital signs of Buhari’s government.

Taking out Maina and letting the kingpins go unpunished will not only embolden others; it will give the dangerous impression that the anti-corruption war is finally on life-support.

And just after the head scratching on the Kachikwu-Baru saga, and lingering questions about Babachir Lawal and the delay in the release of the findings on the $43 million Ikoyi money, Buhari will struggle to convince the public that the heart of his anti-corruption war is still beating.

Speed kills but in the increasingly perilous highway of Buhari’s cabinet, delay kills even faster.

Ishiekwene is the Managing Director/Editor-In-Chief of The Interview and member of the board of the Global Editors Network

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Three general hospitals to be upgraded to specialist health institutions in Anambra John Ndu

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tals in Anambra state will be upgraded to specialists Hospitals with provisions of ultra modern equipment.

The hospitals are Ekwulobia, Onitsha, and Enugwu Ugwu , all cutting across the three senatorial zones.

The State Governor, Chief Willie Obiano announced this during a political flag off at Abagana, the Headquarters of Njikoka local government Council.

The governor explained that the essence of the upgrade was to offer equal health services to every individual, and as well stand among the hospitals penciled down for the health insurance scheme.

Governor Obiano said

“Njikoka had benefited immensely from my administration in various means, such as appointment, infrastructures and other capital projects.

“Apart from all the major roads we have completed, next year we will commence the construction of inner roads across the communities in the local government.

Those roads have been designed and factored in the 2018 budget,” Governor added.

The Deputy Governor, Chief Nkem Okeke, said the present administration had transformed every facet of development simultaneously, ranging from roads, vis-a-vis Oye Agu -Ukpo Abagana roads, links roads, and other strategic roads in Njikoka local government.

FAMILY CHANGE OF NAME ABDULATEEF ELELU ADOGA (father) ABDULATEEF-ADOGA as the compound surname or family name My wife and children formerly known and addressed as: (1) Justina Jummai Abdulateef-Adoga (wife) ( 2) Jeffery Jakur Abdulateef-Adoga ( 3 ) Michael Okpe Abdulateef-Adoga (4) William Agbo Abdulateef-Adoga ( 5 ) Victor Anebi Abdulateef-Adoga My wife and children are now to be known and addressed as , (1)Justina Jummai Elelu (wife) (2) Jeffery Jakur Akinseye Elelu (3) Michael Okpe Timilehin Elelu (4 )William Agbo Ifetayo Elelu (5 )Victor Anebi Oluwatobi Elelu. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

DANIELS OLUFUNKE BUKOLA

I, formerly known and addressed as OTUSANYA OLUFUNKE BUKOLA, Now wish to be known and addressed as DANIELS OLUFUNKE BUKOLA. All former documents remain valid general public/authorities concerned should take note.

The Member Board of Trustees in APGA, Chief Rommy Ezeonwuka described APGA as a spirit and movement that drives the vision and mission of the state.

Ezeonwuka called on meaningful individuals to embrace APGA and express their support to Obiano for proper continuity.

Equally speaking, one of the stakeholders in the party and an industrialist, Chief Pius Nweke expressed gratitude to the governor for providing security which had encouraged them to invest home.

Mr Nweke who is also the Chairman Best Aluminum, urged other capitalists to adopt the “Aku luo uno “ philosophy to help in creating more employment op-

FABIAN DORATHY GIFT I, formerly known and addressed as DORATHY GIFT UCHENNA OPARA, now wish to be known, called and addressed as FABIAN DORATHY GIFT. All documents bearing my former names remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

portunities, and rejuvenate the spirit of creativity in the youth.

The member representing Njikoka 1 in the State House of Assembly, Hon Timothy Ifedoramma notified that the Governor sustained the tempo of the state’s economy, irrespective of the crisis of economic crunch.

He urged the people to support APGA by voting massively come November 18th election.

The former National Chairman of APGA, Sir Victor Umeh, stated that no other political party had the requisite administrative experience and pedigree to champion the unity of Igbo.

Umeh said Governor Obiano had recorded qualitative results in piloting the affairs of the state positively.

x OKPALAONWUEKWE MARY ANYIGADI I, formerly known and addressed as ONWUEKWE MARY, now wish to be known, called and addressed as OKPALAONWUEKWE MARY ANYIGADI. All documents bearing my former names remain valid.

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SAIDAT OLUWATOYIN OLAYODE

MRS. MORKA CHINYERE MARGRET

I, formerly known and addressed as SAIDAT OLUWATOYIN BADRU, now wish to be known, called and addressed as SAIDAT OLUWATOYIN OLAYODE. All documents bearing my former names remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS OGBONNA CHINYERE MARGRET, now wish to be known, called and addressed as MRS. MORKA CHINYERE MARGRET. All documents bearing my former names remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

DANIELS OLUWATOSIN OLUWAGBENGA

DECLARATION OF AGE

I, formerly known and addressed as OTUSANYA OLUWATOSIN OLUWAGBENGA, Now wish to be known and addressed as DANIELS OLUWATOSIN OLUWAGBENGA. All former documents remain valid.

General public/authorities concerned should take note.

That I was informed by my parents that I was born on the 1st day of October, 1989 in Anambra State of Nigeria. That at the time of my birth,

ANYAEGBUNAM CHIDOZIE

MOHAMMED MAKINTA

ADDITION OF NAME

I, formerly known and addressed as MOHAMMED KACHALLA, now wish to be known, called and addressed as MOHAMMED MAKINTA. All documents bearing my former names remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

That I was formerly known and addressed as MADU BLESSING, but I now wish to add UZOMA to my existing name. That henceforth, I now wish to be known, called and addressed as MADU BLESSING UZOMA. All documents bearing my former names remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

it later got lost and all efforts made to trace proved abortive, hence this valid. General public/authorities concerned should take note.

I was formerly known and addressed as JACOBS SUNDAY DOZIE and now wish to be know and addressed as ANYAEGBUNAM CHIDOZIE all former document remain valid general public take note.

OPARAODU UGOCHI ABIGAIL

MISS KOLAWOLE OLUWAKEMI GRACE

I, formerly known and addressed as VINCENT UGOCHI ABIGAIL, now wish to be known, called and addressed as OPARAODU UGOCHI ABIGAIL. All documents bearing my former names remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MRS. AKINDURO OLUWAKEMI GRACE, now wish to be known, called and addressed as MISS KOLAWOLE OLUWAKEMI GRACE. All documents bearing my former names remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

ADEDOKUN OLUWASEYI DAVID

MISS UGBAJA AUGUSTA BECKY

CORRECTION OF NAME

MRS. JIMOH ZAINAB OLUWATOSIN

That on my Bank Document, my name was wrongly written as NWABUKWU TESSY NGOZI instead of NWABUIKWU THERESA NGOZI. That my correct names are NWABUIKWU THERESA NGOZI. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

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CHUKWUMA BRAKAMFS JESUSTESTIMONY

BEDE ONYEKPANDU ANUONYE

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AGBAKA GIFT LYNDA

ADEBAYO OLUWASINA ELIJAH

I, formerly known and addressed as BARNABAS GIFT LYNDA and UDUNENWU ONYINYE LYNDA, now wish to be known, called and addressed as AGBAKA GIFT LYNDA due to change in my marital status. All documents bearing my former names remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as ODUNUGA ADEBAYO ADESINA, now wish to be known, called and addressed as ADEBAYO OLUWASINA ELIJAH. That my correct date of birth is 11th day of March, 1981. All documents bearing my former names remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

Bindow commends Buhari for assenting to N’East devt commission bill Tom Garba, Yola

I, formerly known and addressed as MOMODU AWAWU, now wish to be known, called and addressed as MRS YAHAYA HAWA CARING. All documents bearing my former names remain valid. General public and Authorities concerned should please take note.

and create a peaceful atmosphere in the North East,it has resulted in increased productive engagements by the people. We hope that the commission will gave further impetus to such engagements particularly in the areas of Agriculture and Commerce.” He said “With this assent, the people of North East are more than happy. I am optimistic that the establishment of the commission will fast track development of our region and reintegrate our people who have been traumatized by acts of terrorism”. Bindow added Bindow who through a Press statements signed by the commissioner of information, Comrade Ahmad Sajoh also commended President Buhari as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces as well as the gallant fighting forces particularly the Nigeria Air force for recent successes in degrading the remnants of the Insurgents in recent precise target strikes.This is particularly evident with the recent destruction of remote hiding locations and indeed the killing of key commanders which include Shekau’s wife and close lieutenants.

“My administration and the entire people of Adamawa State Government had long pledged to continue to give all necessary support to the Federal Government in order to ensure that both the setting up of the structures of the commission and the combat support requirements of the armed forces are provided at all times.

The Governor equally commended members of the National Assembly for the passage of the Bill which saw to its eventual signing into law by the President. He appealed to the law makers as a former colleague to consider and approve the provision of generous Budgetary allocation for the eventual takeoff of the commission He noted that without adequate funding, the commission will not achieve its mandate or make the desired impact.

OMOTOLANI BASIRAT MOJISOLA

SEBIOLU MOTUNRAYO ONABAJO

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Executive Governor of Adamawa State, Senator Muhammadu Umaru Jibrilla Bindow has commended President Muhammadu Buhari for assenting to North East (NE) Development Commission Bill.

According to Senator Muhammad Bindow, the North East Development Commission Bill is intended to trigger development in the Insurgency ravaged Region and also engineer durable solutions as well as improve livelihoods.

Jibrila further observed that by the mandate of the Agency is to receive and manage funds allocated by the Federal Government and international donor agencies for the resettlement, rehabilitation, integration and reconstruction of roads, houses and business premises of victims of insurgency.

“The long awaited bill will surely impact positively on the lives of people living in the Region ravaged by Boko Haram insurgents.”

He said that there is a huge deficit in the provision of infrastructure, human and social services, including health and nutrition, education and water supply, agriculture, wealth creation and employment opportunities, urban and rural development and poverty alleviation within the North East and he feels elated that the commission will specifically address those concerns.

He however calls on the need for the commission to coordinate projects and programmes within the Master Plan for why it has been established.

He called on the commission to ensure due diligence, transparency and accountability in the discharge of its mandate.

“I commends the effort of Mr President for resolving to end the insurgency MRS YAHAYA HAWA CARING

I, formerly known and addressed as ABENI MOJISOLA IDRIS, now wish to be known, called and addressed as OMOTOLANI BASIRAT MOJISOLA. That my date of birth is 8th day of January, 1968.

All documents bearing my former names remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

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Oshodi/Apapa expressway gridlock (inset) Minister of Power, Works and Housing Babatunde Fashola (SAN)

Stakeholders take decisions on Apapa gridlock menace God’s Covenant Snr with agency report Stakeholders have met in Lagos and agreed on a number of measures to tackle traffic gridlock, port congestion and other problems in Apapa and its environs.

They met with the three-in-one Minister, responsible for Power, Works and Housing, Mr. Babatunde Fashola, SAN, who called for the collaboration of all of them to face the lingering crisis in the area. The meeting was held recently in Lagos.

Among those at the meeting were the three financiers of the ongoing Apapa Wharf Road reconstruction project in Surulere – AG Dangote Construction Company Ltd, Flour Mills of Nigeria Ltd and Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA).

Others were National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO) and National Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO), among others.

After extensive deliberations, the stakeholders agreed to resolve issues of logistics and regulation of truckers and port operations.

They called on shipping companies to return to the system of using their loading bays and effective call up systems to end port congestion.

The meeting also advised AP Molar Multi Terminal (APMT), whose cargo operations take hours, to emulate the operations of Port Terminal Multipurpose Ltd (PTML) which have perfected the art of evacuating cargo within minutes.

They agreed that emergency interventions should be carried out on the roads around Coconut bus stop area and some

Oshodi/Apapa Wharf traffic

other bad portions of the road.

Resolving to have another inclusive meeting to carry Shippers, government regulatory agencies and other stakeholders who were absent at the gathering along to evolve permanent solutions, Fashola advised the stakeholders to organise forums where they could proffer solutions to the problems and make recommendations to government to speed up solutions on various issues.

The minister stressed the need to put other ports in the country to use to reduce pressure on the two major ports in Apapa and promised to work with his transport counterpart, Mr Rotimi Amechi, to involve the rail sector in finding solutions.

He called for sacrifice on the part of the various stakeholders as the Yuletide season is approaching to ensure speedy solution to all the problems.

During this period when everybody is sacrificing something, Fashola said, “Let us sacrifice, it is an exchange, everybody must sacrifice. This is not about us, it is

about everybody,” assuring that procurement process for the Oshodi Tin Can Island road was ongoing.

Earlier, the Minister had inspected ongoing rehabilitation works at Costain and its environs, which he told journalists was to ensure smooth roads during the festive period.

Honorary adviser to the Dangote Group, Mr. Joseph Makoju said that Dangote was handling and co-funding the Apapa Wharf Road reconstruction project as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

Makoju said it was painful that the project was being misunderstood by both the public and a section of the media who make negative remarks against the Dangote Group instead of commending the group for giving back to society.

He explained that the Dangote Group also suffered from the problems of gridlock and other problems caused by port congestions as it affected their businesses and other operations as well.

He added that the company was ready to

tackle all problems that related to the construction raised at the forum and deliver the project within one year.

“We give our assurances that we will deliver and we need your understanding,” he said.

Managing Director, AG Dangote Construction Company Ltd, contractors handling the project, Mr Ashif Juma, said that there was massive deployment of men and equipment to site as the rainy season ended and added that by November, significant visible progress would be seen in the construction.

Juma explained that it was not easy to work on old roads because some unexpected problems usually came up in the midst of the project.

He added that the firm was working closely with the Federal Ministry of Power, Works and Housing (FMPW&H) on the project and that work tempo would double in November.

“We will work two shifts seven days a week. We cannot do this work without your help,” he told the other stakeholders.

The NPA on its part promised to begin enforcement of traffic regulations in port areas which include Oshodi, Babs Aminasaun, Costain and Ijora Olopa road areas, It would be recalled that Fashola, on June 17, 2017, signed the N4.34 billion Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the reconstruction of the four kilometres Apapa Wharf road with AG Dangote Construction Company Ltd and other companies.

The project is being funded by AG Dangote Construction Company Ltd, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) and Flour Mills of Nigeria.

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MRS.IGWE UDAH JULIET CHIAMAKA

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I,formerly known and addressed as EZEANYA JULIET CHIAMAKA now wish to be known as MRS.IGWE UDAH JULIET CHIAMAKA. All former documents remain valid. EMBASSIES, BANKS and General public take note.

OLIVE GLORIA OLUCHUKWU I,formerly known and addressed as NWAOGU GLORIA OZICHI ; now wish to be known as OLIVE GLORIA OLUCHUKWU NKECHUKWU. All former documents remain valid.

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KOMOLAFE ABIKE OLUBISI

AJAYI AYOOLA GABRIEL I formerly known and addressed as AYOTUNDE GABRIEL now wish to be known called and addressed as AJAYI AYOOLA GABRIEL. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

I formerly known and addressed as SEYI OLUMIDE now wish to be known called and addressed as BABATUNDE SHODUNKE. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

I formerly known and addressed as BISI KOMOLAFE now wish to be known called and addressed as KOMOLAFE ABIKE OLUBISI. All former documents remain valid.

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AYODELE OLUWABUKOLA YEMISI

MRS NGWU RAFIAT BERNICE

I formerly known as JOHN MATILDA TINA now wish to be known called and addressed as HOUNDJO MARTINE TINA. All former documents remain valid.

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I formerly known as OGUNTUNDE OLUWABUKOLA YEMISI now wish to be known called and addressed as AYODELE OLUWABUKOLA YEMISI. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

I formerly known as BOROKINI RAFIAT OLATUNDUN now wish to be known called and addressed as MRS NGWU RAFIAT BERNICE. All former documents remain valid.

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SAMUEL FAITH EZINNEAMAKA I, formerly known and addressed as CHUKWU FAITH EZINNEAMAKA now wish to be known and addressed as SAMUEL FAITH EZINNEAMAKA. All former documents remain valid.

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FLORENCE RICHARD ANYANWU

MRS ADESHINA DAMILOLA ABIODUN

I, formerly known and addressed as FLORENCE RICHARD now wish to be known and addressed as FLORENCE RICHARD ANYANWU. All former documents remain valid.

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I, formerly known and addressed as Miss Okulaja Damilola Abiodun now wish to be known and addressed as Mrs Adeshina Damilola Abiodun. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

BABATUNDE SHODUNKE

ANTHONY EDITH

Formerly known and addressed as UMEADI EDITH, now wish to be known and addressed as ANTHONY EDITH. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

CHIDINMA JUSTINA NWAUGO

Formerly known and addressed as CHIDINMA JUSTINA NDUKWE, now wish to be known and addressed as CHIDINMA JUSTINA NWAUGO. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

CONFIRMATION OF NAME

This is to confirm that I, TAIWO ABODUNDE, JOSEPH AKINREMI ABODUNDE, TAIWO AKINREMI ABODUNDE, JOSEPH AKIN TAIWO ABODUNDE is one and same person as JOSEPH AKIN ABODUNDE. All documents bearing the above names are mine and remain valid.

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AYINDE DAUDA ADEKUNLE

Formerly known and addressed as DAUDA AYINDE ADEKUNLE, now wish to be known and addressed as AYINDE DAUDA ADEKUNLE. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

MRS. OKOLOEDO CHIEMERIE BLESSING

Formerly known and addressed as AKPUNONU CHIEMERIE BLESSING, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS. OKOLOEDO CHIEMERIE BLESSING. All former documents remain valid.

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CONFIRMATION OF NAME This is to state that HENRY OGOCHUKWU is the same person bearing HENRY OGECHUKWU but now wish to be known and addressed as HENRY ETOLUE. All former documents remain valid. BANKS and the general public take note.

DANIEL TITILAYO IDAYAT

Formerly known and addressed as KOLEDAFE TITILAYO IDAYAT, now wish to be known and addressed as DANIEL TITILAYO IDAYAT. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

IGBOANUSI EMMANUEL EBOSIE

Formerly known and addressed as IGBOANUSI EMMANUEL OGUGUA, now wish to be known and addressed as IGBOANUSI EMMANUEL EBOSIE. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

CORRECTION OF NAME

MRS BAMIGBOYE OLUFUNKE MARY

This is to certify and confirm that SALAHU MUFUTAU instead of SALAHUDEEN MUFUTAUDEEN AKANBI. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

Formerly known and addressed as MRS ABIMBOLA OLUFUNKE MARY (NEE AKINTERINWA OLUFUNKE MARY), now wish to be known and addressed as MRS BAMIGBOYE OLUFUNKE MARY. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

ADEBAYO OLAYINKA

Formerly known and addressed as ADEBAYO YINKA, now wish to be known and addressed as ADEBAYO OLAYINKA. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

MRS. ENYINNAYA EMILIA NWAEJUAFOR

I, formerly called and addressed as MISS. ENYINNAYA EMILIA (NEE ILOH). now wish to be known called and addressed as MRS. ENYINNAYA EMILIA NWAEJUAFOR. All former documents remain valid. The general public please take note.

OLADIPO HELEN OLUWAKEMI

I formerly known and addressed as OLUSEGUN HELEN OLUWAKEMI now wish to be known called and addressed as OLADIPO HELEN OLUWAKEMI. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

TITUS-OGBUNYIBA PERPETUA NKEMDIRIM

Formerly known and addressed as ONYEKOKWU PERPETUA NKEMDIRIM, now wish to be known and addressed as TITUS-OGBUNYIBA PERPETUA NKEMDIRIM. All former documents remain valid.

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OKWUDIRI NNEKA I, formerly called and addressed as CHINYERE NNEKA now wish to be known called and addressed as OKWUDIRI NNEKA. All former documents remain valid. The general public please take note.

WILLIAMS OGECHUKWU PEACE

I formerly known and addressed as CHUKWU OGECHI PEACE now wish to be known called and addressed as WILLIAMS OGECHUKWU PEACE. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

OWOEYE OLADESANMI OLUMIDE

NJOKU ELIZABETH MARY

NJOKU CHINONYEREM CHARLES

I formerly known as FAMUWAGUN OLADESANMI OLUMIDE now wish to be known called and addressed as OWOEYE OLADESANMI OLUMIDE. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

I formerly known and addressed as Mary Elizabeth Agunorris noe wish to be known called and addressed as Njoku Elizabeth Mary. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

I formerly known and addressed as Philip Charles Chinonyerem now wish to be known called and addressed as Njoku Chinonyerem Charles. All former documents remain valid.

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MICHAEL ADEWOLE OKARA

Formerly known and addressed as MIKE UBANI ADEWOLE, now wish to be known and addressed as MICHAEL ADEWOLE OKARA. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

AGINA PRINCESS EKWUTOSI

I formerly known as MISS MMADUBUEZE PRINCESS EKWUTOSI now wish to be known called and addressed as AGINA PRINCESS EKWUTOSI. All former documents remain valid.

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OVUOMARYINI ROLAND OVUOMA

I formerly known as OVUOMAYINL ROLAND now wish to be known called and addressed as OVUOMARYINI ROLAND OVUOMA. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

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JOY SIRANAKA BROWN

MRS. ADETUTU ACHI I, formerly known and addressed as, ADEBOYE ADETUTU OYEPERO, and ADEBOYE ADETUTU ADENIKE, now wish to be known and addressed as, MRS. ADETUTU ACHI. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

MRS. IBE OBIANUJU MARGARET I, formerly known and addressed as, MISS. NWAGBO OBIANUJU MARGARET, now wish to be known and addressed as, MRS. IBE OBIANUJU MARGARET. All former documents remain valid.

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I, formerly known and addressed as, JOY SIRANAKA OKEHEI, now wish to be known and addressed as, JOY SIRANAKA BROWN. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

MRS. TEMPLE LINDA

DIMKPA NONYE I, formerly known and addressed as, OBUNABOR NONYELUM GLORIOUS UKAMAKA, now wish to be known and addressed as, DIMKPA NONYE. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as, UHIONM ABANI GREGORY, now wish to be known and addressed as, ABANI GREGORY IFEANYI. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

TAIWO JOY

AKINYEMI HABEEBAH ADEOLA

I, formerly known and addressed as, MISS. NGOZI LINDA, now wish to be known and addressed as, MRS. TEMPLE LINDA. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

CONFIRMATION OF NAME

ABANI GREGORY IFEANYI

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MRS. OTUWHO KESTER ONOAKPOFOMA

I, formerly known and addressed as, EWHE KESTER ONOAKPOFOMA, and EWHE KATE ONOAKPOFOMA, now wish to be known and addressed as, MRS. OTUWHO KESTER ONOAKPOFOMA. All former documents remain valid.

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MRS. ASEKI ANGELINA ATURUCHIUKA

I, formerly known and addressed as, MISS. NWAEKE ANGELINA ATURUCHIUKA, now wish to be known and addressed as, MRS. ASEKI ANGELINA ATURUCHIUKA. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

NWAIWU VICTORY OLACHI I, formerly known and addressed as, EWUCHIE VICTORY OLACHI, now wish to be known and addressed as, NWAIWU VICTORY OLACHI. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as, MISS. ECHEMAZU STELLA CHIKA, now wish to be known and addressed as, MRS. EKE STELLA CHIKA. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

This is to confirm that I, SYLVERSTER FIDELIS, and ONAGHA SYLVERSTER, refer to one and same person. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

CHANGE OF NAME AND DATE OF BIRTH

HEPHZIBAH OLUWAFERANMI SOMORIN

MRS.ULOM CHINENYE VERONICA I formerly known and addressed as Miss .Ogene Chinenye Veronica, now wish to be known and addressed as Mrs.Ulom Chinenye Veronica. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

OLAYIWOLA IBRAHIM SHOMOYE

IDOWU KAZEEM KAREEM I formerly known and addressed as Kazeem Ishola kareemQaseem. Now wish to be known and addressed as Idowu kazeem kareem. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

MRS. EKE STELLA CHIKA

I formerly known and addressed as TEMILADE DADA LOLADE HABIBAH , now wish to be known and addressed as AKINYEMI HABEEBAH ADEOLA. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

I formerly known and addressed as Muhammed Adamu Hamed, registered with First Bank , now wish to be knwon and addressed as Mohammed Adamu ,registered with Access Bank, My correct Date of Birth, is 1st. January, 1983.

All former document remain valid. First Bank, Access Bank and general public should please take note.

CHANGE OF NAME AND DATE OF BIRTH

ALABA ADEOLA ELIZABETH I formerly known and addressed as Ibunkuoluwapo Alaba. Now wish to be known and addressed as Alaba Adeola Elizabeth. All former document remain valid.

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I formerly known and addressed as Faoye Francis Opeyemi.

Now wish to be kknown and addressed as Olayiwola Ibrahim Shomoye. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

AKANDE OLUWATOBILOBA ADEDEJI

ONABANJI GBEMISOLA OLATORERA

I, BISOLA ZAINAB SULIAMAN, and BISOLA ZAINAB SULI, refer to one and same person but, now wish to be known and addressed as, BISOLA ZAINAB SULI. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

I formerly known and addressed as ALIU JOY, now wish to be kknown and addressed as TAIWO JOY. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

UCHE-ILECHUKWU LYNDA UGONNA CHIEKENYEM MIRIAM

I formerly known and addressed as EZEALA LYNDA UGONNA CHIEKENYEM MIRIAM. Now wish to be known and addressed as UCHEILECHUKWU LYNDA UGONNA CHIEKENYEM MIRIAM. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

CONFIRMATION OF NAME That I , ESO INYANG BASSEY AND GRACE INYANG ONYEARUGBULEM, ARE ONE AND SAME PERSON , and my correct Date of Birth is 21 DECEMBER 1963. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

MRS. BEAUTY OJOMA JOHNSON EKEZIE I formerly known and addrressed as Miss .Beauty Ojoma Chizoba Ayegba , now wish to be known and addrressed as Mrs. Beauty Ojoma Johnson Ekezie.

All former document remain valid. General public should pllease take note.

AGBO CHINENYE JULIETH I forrmerly known and addressed as NWOBODO CHINENYE JULIETH now wish to be known and addressed as AGBO CHINENYE JULIETH. All forrmer document remain valid. General public should please take note.

I. formerly known and addresseed as Obikoya Olufunmilayo Adeola.now wish to be known and addrressed as Ejiwunmi Olufunmilayo Adeola. All former document remain valid. General public should please take note.

EKHATOR ANTHONIA IMADE

MRS JOHNSON JOYCE OYE

Formerly EDIAGBONYA ANTHONIA IMADE Now EKHATOR ANTHONIA IMADE. Former documents remains valid. General public should take note.

I, formerly known, called and addressed as MISS JOHNSON PATIENCE EWHEME, now wish to be known, called and addressed as MRS JOHNSON JOYCE OYE. All former documents remain valid. For record purposes, banks, general public and Authorities concerned take note.

CONFIRMATION/INCLUSION OF NAME

My name was wrongly written as ,Bashiru Sule ,on my BVN at ECO. Bank, My correct name is Suleman Bashiru, and my correct Date of Birth is 9 July 1987.

All former document emain valid. General public shoulld please take note.

EJIWUNMI OLUFUNMILAYO ADEOLA

I, ISHOLA FEMI TIMOTHY hereby confirm that I am the same person bearing OLADUNWO ISHOLA as in my BVN and ISHOLA OLADUNWO TIMOTHY. That I want to include FEMI and remove OLADUNWO. That ISHOLA is my surname, FEMI my first name and TIMOTHY my middle name. Now I wish to be known, called and addressed as ISHOLA FEMI TIMOTHY. All former documents remain valid.

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JULIET KELECHI OKECHUKWU I, formerly known and addressed as, AKAGBURUONYE KELECHI AMAKU OGECHI, now wish to be known and addressed as, JULIET KELECHI OKECHUKWU. All former documents remain valid.

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I formerly known and addressed as CHRIS ADUKE SOMORIN. now wish to be known and addressed as HEPHZIBAH OLUWAFERANMI SOMORIN. All former document remain valid.

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Formerly Akande Tobi D. Now to be addressed as Akande Oluwatobiloba Adedeji. Former documents remains valid. General public should take note.

Formerly OGINNI GBEMISOLA OLATORERA... Now ONABANJI GBEMISOLA OLATORERA. Former documents remains valid. General public should take note.

CONFIRMATION OF NAME

MRS HASSAN ABIODUN JELILA

I, CHIAWA VICTORIA IFEYINWA hereby confirm that NWAFOR VICTORIA IFEYINWA and UZOAKA VICTORIA refer to one and same person and NOW wish to be known, called and addressed as CHIAWA VICTORIA IFEYINWA. All my former documents bearing these names remain valid.

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FORMERLY MISS OLADIMEJI MULIKAT IDOWU NOW MRS HASSAN ABIODUN JELILA. Former documents remains valid. General public should take note.

CONFIRMATION OF NAME

ATABO HAPPINESS OSAS l formerly known and addressed as Onabor Happiness Osas.

Now wishes to be known and addressed as Atabo Happiness Osas. All former documents remain valid general public should please take note.

MRS KEHINDE HASSAN AIYELOJA

Formerly Hassan Josephine kehinde, hassan kehinde Josephine and hassan kehinde now which to be known as Mrs kehinde hassan Aiyeloja.

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MRS NWADIKE, EZINNE PRECIOUS

MRS NWIGWE ONYINYE ROSELINE

AKWE ELIZABETH ONYEMAUCHECHI

ODE EMMANUEL ODINAKACHUKWU

I, formerly known and addressed MISS NWACHUKWU, EZINNE PRECIOUS, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS NWADIKE, EZINNE PRECIOUS. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS EZEH ONYINYE, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS NWIGWE ONYINYE ROSELINE. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as ANIKWE ELIZABETH ONYEMAUCHECHI, now wish to be known and addressed as AKWE ELIZABETH ONYEMAUCHECHI. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as ODENJIJI EMMANUEL ODINAKACHUKWU, now wish to be known and addressed as ODE EMMANUEL ODINAKACHUKWU. All former documents remain valid. NYSC and General public should please take note.

AKOSU FIDELIS ORSHI

MRS EGBO CHIAMAKA JOY

I, formerly known and addressed as FIDELIS ORSHI SACHIA, now wish to be known and addressed as AKOSU FIDELIS ORSHI. My correct date of birth is 11thSeptember 1990. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS OKONKWO CHIAMAKA JOY, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS EGBO CHIAMAKA JOY. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

MRS ANULIKA BLESSING ONUORAH I, formerly known and addressed as MISS ANULIKA BLESSING, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS ANULIKA BLESSING ONUORAH. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

MRS KOGOLO PRISCILLA IWEBUNORNKITI OKOHA

MRS NWATU CALISTA OLUCHI I, formerly known and addressed as MISS UMEOKANNE CALISTA OLUCHI, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS NWATU CALISTA OLUCHI. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

CHIBUZO SYLVESTER CHIBUZO I, formerly known and addressed as AGHADINUNO SYLVESTER CHIBUZO, now wish to be known and addressed as CHIBUZO SYLVESTER CHIBUZO. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

ANOLIEFO NWAKAEGO GLORIA I, formerly known and addressed as MBAKWE GLORIA NWAKAEGO, now wish to be known and addressed as ANOLIEFO NWAKAEGO GLORIA. All former documents remain valid.

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I, formerly known and addressed as ARINZECHI GODWILL NZUBE, now wish to be known and addressed as ARINZECHI CHUKWUEMEKA NZUBECHUKWU. All former documents remain valid.

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CHIAGOZIE CHIAMAKA STELLA I, formerly known and addressed as CHIAGOZIE HELEN STELLA, now wish to be known and addressed as CHIAGOZIE CHIAMAKA STELLA. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

MRS IGWEUZOR JULIET OGOCHUKWU

MRS OKAGBUE- OZOH NNEKA IFEOMA

MRS ONYEKE ONYINYE LYDIA

IBEH OSITA GODFREY

AKHIGBE EZEKIEL NOSA

Formerly EGBOMWAN SAMUEL NOSA & AKHIGBE EZEKIEL. now to be addressed as AKHIGBE EZEKIEL NOSA. General public should take note.

MADUKAIFE DORATHY NNENNA I, formerly known and addressed as MADUKAIFE DORATHY NWAMALUBA, now wish to be known and addressed as MADUKAIFE DORATHY NNENNA. All former documents remain valid. General public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS KOGOLO PRISCILLA IWEBUNORNKITI, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS KOGOLO PRISCILLA IWEBUNORNKITI OKOHA. All former documents remain valid.

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SABA AMINU AHMED

Formerly SABA-MOHAMMED AMINU AHMED now SABA AMINU AHMED . Former documents remains valid. General public should take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS CHIEKELU JULIET OGOCHUKWU, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS IGWEUZOR JULIET OGOCHUKWU. All former documents remain valid. NYSC and General Public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS OKAGBUE NNEKA IFEOMA, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS OKAGBUE- OZOH NNEKA IFEOMA. All former documents remain valid.

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I, formerly known and addressed as MISS EZEOMEKE ONYINYE LYDIA, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS ONYEKE ONYINYE LYDIA. All former documents remain valid. NATIONAL ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL Enugu and General Public should please take note.

MRS ANIKE NGOZIKA BLESSING STANLEY

UGWU ZION CHUKWUEBUKA I, formerly known and addressed as UGWU CHUKWUEBUKA JOY, now wish to be known and addressed as UGWU ZION CHUKWUEBUKA. All former documents remain valid. BANKS and General Public should please take note.

ARINZECHI CHUKWUEMEKA NZUBECHUKWU

CHUKWUEMEKA IKENNA FRANCIS I, formerly known and addressed as CHUKS IKENNA FRANK, now wish to be known and addressed as CHUKWUEMEKA IKENNA FRANCIS. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS NNAMANI NGOZIKA BLESSING, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS ANIKE NGOZIKA BLESSING STANLEY. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as IBEABUCHI OSITA GODFREY, now wish to be known and addressed as IBEH OSITA GODFREY. All former documents remain valid. BANKS and General Public should please take note.

MRS EDEH DORIS NKECHI

I, formerly known and addressed as OZOFOR DORIS NKECHI, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS EDEH DORIS NKECHI. All former documents remain valid.

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MRS ANI NGOZI I, formerly known and addressed as MISS NGOZI OGBODO, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS ANI NGOZI. All former documents remain valid. NYSC and General Public should please take note.

MRS ONYEABOR FLORENCE ONYINYE I, formerly known and addressed as MISS NWAGBARA FLORENCE ONYINYE, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS ONYEABOR FLORENCE ONYINYE. All former documents remain valid. NYSC and General Public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS AGUEGBO JENNIFER, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS JENNIFER ANULIKA OKEKE. All former documents remain valid.

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UMEH FELICIA CHIAMAKA I, formerly known and addressed as UMEH FELICIA AMY, now wish to be known and addressed as UMEH FELICIA CHIAMAKA. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

MRS AIGBOJIE COURAGE OTAILOGHEGBE

MRS IKECHUKWU BLESSING CHINYERE

MRS JENNIFER ANULIKA OKEKE

NDUBUISI ANTHONY ONYEJIUWA I, formerly known and addressed as NDUBUISI ANTHONY PRINCE, now wish to be known and addressed as NDUBUISI ANTHONY ONYEJIUWA. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

MRS OBINNA- EZE NGOZI JULIET I, formerly known and addressed as MISS OZIOKO NGOZI JULIET, now wish to be known and addressed MRS OBINNAEZE NGOZI JULIET. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

AJUH ROSELINE ANURIKA

I, formerly known and addressed as AJUH ROSELINE ANURI, now wish to be known and addressed as AJUH ROSELINE ANURIKA. My correct date of birth is 2nd august 1982. All former documents remain valid. BANKS and General Public should please take note.

MRS UZOH EVANGLINE CHIGOZIE

OBIDIAJU MARTHA IFEYINWA I, formerly known and addressed as IBEH MARTHA IFEYINWA, now wish to be known and addressed as OBIDIAJU MARTHA IFEYINWA. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

ETHELBERT AMAZUILO AGUOGBUO I, formerly known and addressed as ETHELBERT AGU, now wish to be known and addressed as ETHELBERT AMAZUILO AGUOGBUO. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS OSEGHALE COURAGE OTAILOGHEGBE, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS AIGBOJIE COURAGE OTAILOGHEGBE. All former documents remain valid.

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I, formerly known and addressed as MISS ENYI BLESSING CHINYERE, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS IKECHUKWU BLESSING CHINYERE. All former documents remain valid.

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MRS EDEH CHINONYE ALICE I, formerly known and addressed as MISS ANEE CHINONYE ALICE, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS EDEH CHINONYE ALICE. All former documents remain valid. NYSC and General Public should please take note.

MRS EDEH RACHEAL IJEOMA

CONFIRMATION OF NAME

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS CHUKWU RACHEAL IJEOMA, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS EDEH RACHEAL IJEOMA. All former documents remain valid. General Public should please take note.

This is to certify and confirm that OGBODO CHINONYE LOVETH and OGBODO CHINYELUM BLESSING refer as one and the same person now wish to be known and addressed as OGBODO CHINYELUM BLESSING. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

I am formerly known and addressed as MISS RISIKAT TAIWO, now wish to be known and addressed as MRS RISIKAT ODETOLA, all former document remain valid general public take note

TAIWO JOSEPHINE ABUBAKAR I formerly known and addressed as TAIWO JOSEPHINE BODA now wish to be known and addressed as TAIWO JOSEPHINE ABUBAKAR. I was born on 12/01/1986. All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

I formerly known and addressed as MISS ALIYU KAKA HAUWA now wish to be known and addressed as ALIYU KAKA HAUWA . All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

ADEDAPO ARAMIDE PRAISE I formerly known and addressed as AYOBIOJO ARAMIDE now wish to be known and addressed as ADEDAPO ARAMIDE PRAISE . All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

MRS ALOGBA ZAINAB OMOLARA I formerly known and addressed as GARUBA OMOLARA ZAINAB now wish to be known and addressed as MRS ALOGBA ZAINAB OMOLARA . All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

OLAWUYI OLUWABUNMI ABIODUN

EZEUKWU CHINEDO LORRETTA

OMOTOSHO OLAYINKA JEMINAT

I formerly known and addressed as AKINGBELURE OLUWABUNMI ABIODUN now wish to be known and addressed as OLAWUYI OLUWABUNMI ABIODUN. All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

I formerly known and addressed as ALOR CHINEDO LORRETTA now wish to be known and addressed as EZEUKWU CHINEDO LORRETTA . All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

I formerly known and addressed as KEHINDE OLAYINKA now wish to be known and addressed as OMOTOSHO OLAYINKA JEMINAT . All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

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CORRECTION OF NAME

CORRECTION OF NAME

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CONFIRMATION OF NAME

OLUWAKEMI OMODELEOLA BANJO

FANIYI OLUWATOSIN

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS Oluwakemi Omodeleola OKUSANYA, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS Oluwakemi Omodeleola BANJO. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

CHUKWUOMA CHARITY UZOMA I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS Ejike Charity uzoma, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS Chukwuoma Charity Uzoma. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

OGUNMOLAJI OPEYEMI ESTHER

THIS IS TO CONFIRM/CERTIFY THAT CHIBUZO AUGUSTINE AND OKEKE AUGUSTINE CHIBUZO IS ONE AND SAME PERSON. NOW WISH TO BE CALLED AND ADDRESSED AS OKEKE AUGUSTINE CHIBUZO. THAT I WAS BORN ON 8TH AUGUST. 1979 AND NOT 1982 AS STATED IN MY BVN. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ADEBUSIWA OPEYEMI ESTHER, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OGUNMOLAJI OPEYEMI ESTHER. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

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MRS. TAYLOR FAUSAT TOYIN

BALOGUN ZAINAB TARA

MRS AGBUJIE LEAH OMOLARA

CHANGE OF NAME\ CORRECTION ON DATE OF BIRTH

EZEANI TOCHUKWU PASCHALINE.

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ANI BLESSING NWAKAEGO I, formerly known and addressed as AGBO BLESSING NWAKAEGO, now wish to be known and addressed as ANI BLESSING NWAKAEGO. My correct date of birth is 16th august 1952. All former documents remain valid. BANKS and General Public should please take note.

MRS RISIKAT ODETOLA

ALIYU KAKA HAUWA

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OYEBISI OLABISI TEMITAYO

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CONFIRMATION OF NAME That I AJISEBUTU LOLADE FOLASADE is the same person bearing these names AJISEBUTU FUADAT FOLASADE. All Documents /Credentials bearing these names remain valid, general public please take note.

MRS. ADESINA OMOLARA TITILAYO I formerly known as Miss.

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BABAFEMI ANUOLUWAPO OLUDAYO

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ORUKPE USIFOH JEREMIAH . I I formerly known and addressed as AZIEGBEMHIN USIFOH JEREMIAH now wish to be known and addressed as ORUKPE USIFOH JEREMIAH . I was born on 12/08/1988 not 12/08/1979. All former documents remain valid.

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In some of my documents my name was wrongly written as MGBEMENA CHRISTIE OBIAGELI instead of MGBEMENA CHRISTIANA OBIAGELI. Henceforth I wish to be known as MGBEMENA CHRISTIANA OBIAGELI. All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

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MRS OYENIRAN EYITAYO ADEFOLUKE I, formerly known and addressed as Miss Ikuseru Eyitayo Adefoluke now wish to be known and addressed as Mrs Oyeniran Eyitayo Adefoluke . All former documents remain valid.

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CONFIRMATION OF NAME This is to certify and confirm that OKORONTA ELIZABETH CHINWE, ANASIMOKE ROSEMARY CHINASA and OKORONTA ELIZABETH CHINW refer as one and the same person now wish to be known and addressed as OKORONTA ELIZABETH CHINWE. All former documents remain valid. Banks and General public take note.

MRS ADISA ABIDEMI MOSUNMOLA

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In some of my documents my name was wrongly written as EZENABO-AFULUKWE JOSEPHINE UJU instead of AFULUKWE JOSEPHINE UJU. All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

MRS. ONYEKACHI CHUKWU MAUREEN NKIRUKA

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MRS MABEL OPEYEMI HASSAN

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EMENIKE NWANKWO I, formerly known and addressed as EMENIKE CELESTINE OGBUGWOLO now wish to be known and addressed as EMENIKE NWANKWO. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

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ARRANGEMENT/CHANGE OF NAME In some of my documents my name was wrongly arranged as GANIYU RASHEEDG ISHOLA instead of AGBALAYA RASHEED ISHOLA. Henceforth I wish to be known as AGBALAYA RASHEED ISHOLA. All former documents remain valid. General public to please take note.

CONFIRMATION OF NAME

That I MARCUS EGIYA FAITH is the same person bearing these names ODIA EGIYA FAITH. All Documents /Credentials bearing these names remain valid, general public please take note.

MRS ABOSEDE PRISCILLA FOLARIN I, Formerly known and addressed as Miss Abosede, Priscilla GBADEYAN, now wish to be known and addressed as Mrs Abosede Priscilla FOLARIN. All former documents remain valid.

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BAKARE AYODELE NURUDEEN

HASSANA JOROM PAUL SIMON

I, formerly known and addressed as OGUNREMI KEHINDE OWOLABI, now wish to be known, called and addressed as BAKARE AYODELE NURUDEEN. All documents bearing my former names remain valid.

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FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS HASSANA YUNANA, NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS HASSANA JOROM PAUL SIMON. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. THE GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD TAKE NOTE.

OKUNOLA LSMAILA ADEWALE I, formerly known and addressed as ADEWALE ISMAILA, Now wish to be known and addressed as OKUNOLA lSMAILA ADEWALE. All former documents remain valid.

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Additional of name I was formerly known And addressed as EZE EMEKA and now wish to be know and addressed as EZE EMEKA FERDINAND all former document remain valid general public take note.

EZE EMEKA FERDINAND

CHINYERE NNEKA ABEL

MRS ONUOHA RITA NMACHUKWU

I, formerly known and addressed as CHINYERE NNEKA DAVID and NNEKA ABEL, now wish to be known, called and addressed as CHINYERE NNEKA ABEL. All documents bearing my former names remain valid.

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I, formerly known and addressed as MISS ONYEOGU RITA NMACHUKWU, now wish to be known, called and addressed as MRS ONUOHA RITA NMACHUKWU. All documents bearing my former names remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

ANYANWU MARYANN NWAKAEGO

NWACHUKWU CHIKA ANN

I, formerly known and addressed as Ndubuisi Maryann Nwakaego now wish to be known and addressed as Anyanwu Maryann Nwakaego. My correct date of birth is 27/11/1986 as against 30/11/1988. All former documents remain valid. General public take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as NWACHUKWU DORATHY CHIOMA now wish to be known and addressed as NWACHUKWU CHIKA ANN. All former documents remain valid.

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ABUNDANCE OF FIRE CHURCH OF ALL NATIONS NO 24, AGBONTEAN STREET, OF IKPONMWOSA STREET, ADOLOR COLLEGE ROAD, UWELU QUARTERS, BENIN CITY, EDO STATE THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED CHURCH HAVE APPLIED TO THE CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR REGISTRATION UNDER PART “C” OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT 1990.

THE TURSTEES ARE: 1. UWAGBOE OSAS DICKSON 2. UWAGBOE KATE 3. UWAGBOE JOLLY DAVID 4. SUNDAY OSAYEMWENRE TRACY 5. ISOKPEHI BENJAMIN OMOKUDU 6. IGBINIDU EKUASE ESTHER 7. OGBODU VICTORIA 8. AKPORIKE PETER AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 1. TO WORSHIP GOD ALMIGHTY 2. TO GIVE OURSELVES TO PRAYER AND MINISTRY OF GOD’S WORD 3. TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST ANY OBJECTION TO THE REGISTRATION OF THIS MINISTRY SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 240, TIGRIS CRESCENT OFF AGUIYI IRONSI STREET PMB. 198, MAITAMA, ABUJA, WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED: AKPORIKE PETER

NEW BREED COSMETICS ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA THE GENERAL PUBLIC IS BY THIS NOTICE INFORMED THAT THE ABOVE NAMED ASSOCIATION IS SEEKING TO BE REGISTERED UNDER PART ‘C’ OF THE COMPANIES AND ALLIED MATTERS ACT 1990.

THE TRUSTEES ARE: (1) EDUOGU STEPHEN CHINEDU (2) IGBOKWE DAVID OFORKANSI (3) UKWANDU VICTOR UCHENNA (4) EZEH JOHN (5) UZOATU KEVIN ONYEBUCHUKWU (6) OBIEFUNA EDWIN ODERA (7) ONYEJEANA CHUKWUMERUE FRIDAY (8) UGWU CHRISTIAN (9) OBIUKWU JASPER INNOCENT (10) OKOYE TOCHUKWU INNOCENT AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: 1. TO ADVANCE THE WELFARE OF MEMBERS WHO ARE ENGAGED IN THEIR LAWFUL BUSINESS AND TO ADEQUATELY PROMOTE THEIR INTEREST. 2. TO GIVE COLLECTIVE SUPPORT AND ASSISTANCES TO NEEDY MEMBERS ESPECIALLY THOSE IN PROBLEM WITH THE GOVERNMENT AGENTS. 3. TO GENERALLY PROTECT AND IMPROVE THE LIFE AND BUSINESS OF MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION AND THEIR FAMILY. ANY OBJECTION TO THE REGISTRATION OF THE ABOVE NAMED ASSOCIATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE REGISTRAR-GENERAL, CORPORATE AFFAIRS COMMISSION, PLOT 420 TIGRIS CRESCENT, MAITAMA ABUJA, WITHIN 28 DAYS OF THIS PUBLICATION. SIGNED EDUOGU STEPHEN CHINEDU

ILESANMI OLUWABUNMI OMOLARA

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ALABA BISI ADESOLA

IMOLE FRED ATALE

CHANGE OF NAME

I, formerly known and addressed as KUTEMI OLUWABUNMI OMOLARA, now wish to be known, called and addressed as ILESANMI OLUWABUNMI OMOLARA. All documents bearing my former names remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as AJAYI ADEBISI ADESOLA, now wish to be known, called and addressed as ALABA BISI ADESOLA. All documents bearing my former names remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned should please take note.

I formerly known and addressed as IMOLELE FREDRICK ATALE, now to be known and addressed as IMOLE FRED ATALE. All former documents remain valid. General public should take note.

MRS. AKINYEMI OMOLOLA RACHEAL

ADEKUNLE TAWAKALITU

MRS. OLISAEKE DEBORAH OGOCHUKWU

MRS. OLUWAGBEMIRO OLUWATOYIN

I, formerly known and addressed as ADEWUSI TAWAKALITU, Now wish to be known and addressed as ADEKUNLE TAWAKALITU. All former documents remain valid. General public/authorities concerned should take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS OGUNJIOFOR DEBORAH OGOCHUKWU and MISS OGUNJIOFOR DEBORAH OGONNA, Now wish to be known and addressed as MRS. OLISAEKE DEBORAH OGOCHUKWU. All former documents remain valid. General public/authorities concerned should take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS IBIYEMI OMOTAYO OLUWATOYIN, Now wish to be known and addressed as MRS. OLUWAGBEMIRO OLUWATOYIN. All former documents remain valid. General public/authorities concerned should take note.

I, formerly known and addressed as MISS. OLAYEMI OMOLOLA RACHEAL, Now wish to be known and addressed as MRS. AKINYEMI OMOLOLA RACHEAL. All former documents remain valid. general public/authorities concerned should take note.

LIVING WATERS EMPOWERMENT SUPPORT INITIATIVES This is to inform the general public that the above named body has applied for registration to corporate affairs commission under part C of the companies and Allied Matters Act NO.1 of 1990 THE TRUSTEES ARES: 1. MRS. CHRISTINE IJEOMA FAJINGBESI 2. DR. GODWIN OKEZIE ITEOGU 3. MR CHINEDUM EMMANUEL 4. PASTOR SUNDAY OLUFEMI OLATUNDE AIMS & OBJECTIVE 1. TO CATER FOR THE LESS PRIVILEGE 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 from the date of this publication SIGNED: KOLAWOLE OREJIMI (ESQ) EXECUTIVE CLUB 9 IBADAN This is to inform the general public that the above named body has applied for registration to corporate affairs commission under part C of the companies and Allied Matters Act NO.1 of 1990 THE TRUSTEE ARE: 1. OLADIPO AKEEM ABIMBOLA ___ President 2. OLADIPO FRANCIS TOYIN Secretary 3. AKINPELU LUKUMON ADEKUNLE Treasurer AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 1. To stimulate and promote the intellectual capacities of members of the club in their various endeavors 2. To assist the less privilege members 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 from the date of this publication SIGNED: Trustees

MRS EKECHI OKUMAH

CONFIRMATION OF NAME

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS OKUMAH RACHEAL OGECHI NOW WISH TO BE CALLED AND ADDRESS AS MRS EKECHI OKUMAH RACHEAL. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID AUTHORITY CONCERN AND GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

THIS IS TO NOTIFY THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT KOLAWOLE KEHINDE AND KOLAWOLE MARIA AJOKE IS THE SAME NAME AND SAME PERSON ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS WITH THESE NAMES REMAIN VALID AUTHORITY CONCERN AND GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

ZAYNAB BUBA

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS ZAYNAB BUBA AHMED NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESS AS ZAYNAB BUBA ABUBAKAR. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAINS VALID, ALL AUTHORITIES CONCERN AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

MRS. CHINENYE JOY

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That I, NWACHUKWU CHIBUIKE MARK is the Managing Director of MARKVITA FOODS ENTERPRISE. That the Trademark Name was formerly known, and addressed as MARKVITA SMART FOOD with Registration No. NG/TM/0/2016/89429. That henceforth, the Trademark Name will be known and addressed as MARKVITA MIXED CEREAL MEAL with Registration No. NG/ TM/0/2016/89429. All former documents remain valid. General public and Authorities Concerned take note.

LOSS OF LAND RECEIPT

THAT I, MR NELSON DOE IS THE OWNER OF HONEY CHILDRENS SCHOOL. THAT I AM THE LAWFUL OWNER OF SIX (6) ACRES OF LAND SITUATED AT LUGBUSI FAMILY LAND, IKORODU, LAGOS STATE. THAT THE SAID LAND RECEIPT ISSUED TO ME BY OJOKO PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY GOT LOST IN TRANSIT AND ALL EFFORT MADE TO TRACE SAME PROVED ABORTIVE. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE. LITERARY RENAISSANCE FOUNDATION

Notice is hereby given to the general public that the above-named has applied to the corporate Affairs Commission, Abuja for registration under part C of the Companies &Allied Matters Act 2004.

THE TRUSTEEES 1. MR BABATUNDE OLADELE 2. DR UZODINMA IWEALA 3. DR OLUMIDE FAMUYIWA 4. MR SIMEON UMUKORO 5. MRS LOLA EKWERE 6. MRS OMATSEYE OTI AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 1. To aid Educational advancement of Nigerians 2. To help overcome the challenges of societal ills in Nigeria 3. To contribute to the development of the Nigerian nation.

Any objections to the registration should be forwarded within 28 days to: The Registrar-General, Corporate Affairs Commission plot 420, Tigris Crescent, Maitama, Abuja.

SIGNED: OLATUNJI OSIKOYA ESQ, SOLICITOR, 69 AYANGBUREN ROAD, IKORODU,LAGOS 08035775881

IKIRI LINUS EGANA

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS IRIBHOGBE PIUS EKWORK NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS IKIRI LINUS EGANA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID AUTHORITIES CONCERN AND GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

OLUCHI JESSICA I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OLUCHI JESSICA DAVID NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS OLUCHI JESSICA OBASI. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID AUTHORITIES CONCERN AND GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

FATIMA TAHIR

ESTHER UDODILIM NDEANAEFO

MRS AMEH MARY ACHARU

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS FATIMA MOHAMMED JAJERE NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESS AS FATIMA TAHIR. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAINS VALID, ALL AUTHORITIES CONCERN AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS ESTHER UDODILIM NDUDINANTI NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESS AS ESTHER UDODILIM NDEANAEFO. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAINS VALID, ALL AUTHORITIES CONCERN AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS ATAGUBA MARY ACHARU NOW WISH TO BE CALLED AND ADDRESS AS MRS AMEH MARY ACHARU ATAGUBA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID AUTHORITY CONCERN AND GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

AIYEDUN OMOKOSHI

ODOEMENAM NDIDI ANAYO

BELLO SIDIKAT AMOKE

CONFIRMATION OF NAME

MRS. UGOCHI ROSELINE

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESS AS OMOKOSHI JUDITH AKINTOLA NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESS AS AIYEDUN OMOKOSHI JUDITH. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESS AS ODOEMENAM NDIDI NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESS AS ODOEMENAM NDIDI ANAYO, ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MISS CHINENYE JOY EZEIGWE NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS. CHINENYE JOY IGATA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. AUTHORITY CONCERNED AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE .

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS BELLO SIDIKAT OLUWATOBI NOW WISH TO BE CALLED AND ADDRESS AS BELLO SIDIKAT AMOKE ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID AUTHORITY CONCERN AND GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

THIS IS TO NOTIFY THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT ISAU ADEOTI MOHAMMED AND MOHAMMED YISAWU ARE THE SAME AND SAME PERSON ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS WITH THESE NAMES REMAIN VALID AUTHORITY CONCERN AND GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MIS. UGOCHI ROSELINE CHINAGOROM NOW WISH TO BE CALLED AND ADDRESS AS MRS. UGOCHI ROSELINE OJUKWU ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID AUTHORITY CONCERN AND GENERAL PUBLIC PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

ALEKE IFEOMA CHIGOZIE

MRS HALIMA JIBRIN

TINA TOTTY OBODOZIE

MRS. AUGUSTINA AGEAZICHI

NGINI CHISOM ADAORA

I FORMERLY, KNOWN AS EZEOKOLI IFEOMA CHIGOZIE, NOW WISH TO BE CALLED ALEKE IFEOMA CHIGOZIE. ALL FOMER DOCUMENTS REMAINS VALID AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS HALIMA BELLO NOW I WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS HALIMA JIBRIN. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS AUGUSTINA NGOZI TOTTY NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS TINA TOTTY OBODOZIE ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

FELICIA ENOS

I FORMERLY KNOWN, CALLED AND ADDRESSED AS MISS AUGUSTINA AGEAZICHI NWAIMO. NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS MRS. AUGUSTINA AGEAZICHI DIKE. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. THE GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN AND ADDRESS AS OBI CHISOM ADAORA NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESS AS NGINI CHISOM ADAORA. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. GENERAL PUBLIC SHOULD PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

I FORMERLY KNOWN, CALLED AND ADDRESSED AS FELICIA TA M U N O N E N G I Y E O F O R I NGERIPAKAIBIKE. NOW WISH TO BE KNOWN AND ADDRESSED AS FELICIA ENOS. ALL FORMER DOCUMENTS REMAIN VALID. THE GENERAL PUBLIC TAKE NOTE.

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KINGLY PRIESTS CHRISTIAN CENTRE

LEKKI WORSHIP CENTRE

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

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

THE TRUSTEES ARE 1. DR. CHIDOZIE EMMANUEL MBADA - PRESIDENT 2. MRS. KIKELOMO ABOYOWA MBADA 3. DR. SAMSON OLUDARE AYODEJI ODUKOYA - SECRETARY 4 REVD. FESTUS UZODINMA UGWU 5. MR. TEMITOPE SAMUEL OGUNFAYO

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

THE TRUSTEES ARE: 1. ABAH EMMANUEL ALECHENU 2. ABAH NGOZI EDNA

TRUSTEES: 1. GBENLE OLABODE GEORGE. 2. GBENLE SUSANNAH OLUYEMISI. 3. BANJO ALFRED AYODELE.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES 1. TO WIN SOULS FOR CHRIST THROUGH THE PRECHING OF REPENTANCE AND SALVATION 2. TO TEACH PEOPEL TO EMBRACE GOD AND CHRIST.

THE AIM AND OBJECTIVES: 1. TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST 2. TO PROVIDE WORSHIP CENTRE TO CHRISTIANS

THE AIM AND OBJECTIVE: 1. TO ASSIST, SUPPORT AND PROVIDE SUCCOUR TO PEOPLE THAT SUFFER DISABILITIES IN THE SOCIETY.

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

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

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Daily Times Nigeria Friday, October 27, 2017

Buhari is not fair to Nigerian youths –Okorocha

Val Okara, Owerri

ÏÏÏGovernor

Rochas Okorocha of Imo state Wednesday said that the Federal Government under President Mohammadu Buhari, has not been fair to the youths of the country, this he claimed led to the current high level of unemployment in the country.

Okorocha who at a oneday youth forum, organized by the National Orientation Agency, NOA, and the Imo State government in Owerri, stated that the federal government had not provided a clear format of what could be done to sustain the growth of the youths.

Represented by his Senior Special Adviser, SSA, on Youth Affairs, Mr. Kenneth Emelu, “We need a clear format of what the Nigerian government can do to sustain the growth of the youths.

“The youths are not happy about what is happening in Nigeria. The treatment that is being given to our youths, the youths are saying that they are not being carried along in the scheme of things in Nigeria.

“The youths are saying that there is no welfare for the youths of Nigeria.

No cabinet member at the federal level is a youth.

What I’m saying is that NIgerian youths need information for empower-

ment. No information on empowerment is available to the”The federal government, state government and local government should listen to this agitations of the youths”.

The governor stated that the federal government’s style of not appointing youths in government offices, saying that the success story of the past was that over 70 percent of the appointees were youths.

In his address earlier, the Director-Generalof the National Orientation Agency, Dr. Garba Abari noted that the state government had not done enough to synergise with the federal government to attract the various social investment windows available at the federal level.

‘Tosin Ajuwon, Akure

ÏÏÏYouths at Igbotako in

the Okitipupa local government area of Ondo state have been admonished to shun violence and other delinquencies capable of leading them into any forms of criminality.

Gbenga Adeyanju, the Commissioner for Police in the state gave the advice on Thursday at a one day Security Summit put together by the Igbotako Community Development Council (ICDC).

Mr. Adeyanju said any youth in the area and the state at large caught engaging in crime to sabotage security efforts would be dealt with according to the laid down rules and law guiding the constitution.

He said the state police command is ready to bat-

Ondo Police boss asks youths to shun crime, violence tle and tackle the incessant criminal activities being penetrated by the disgruntled youths in the area.

The Daily Times learned that the security summit was part of effort at ensuring an end to the increasingly security lapses at had been threatening the community.

The Igbotako community had witnessed crimes in the batches of armed robbery, cultism, kidnapping among others and had raised concerns among residents and stakeholders in the community.

Ondo guber suit: Court assures of accelerated hearing

Andrew Ekejiuba

ÏÏÏAn Abuja Federal High

Court has resolved to speedily rule on the suit filed by a governorship contestant of the All Progressives Congress, Dr. Segun Abraham, against the Ondo State governor, Chief Rotimi Akeredolu, in the interest of justice.

Presiding judge, Justice Nnamdi Dimgba, gave the

assurance as he adjourned in the suit pending the determination of an appeal on substituted service pending at the Supreme Court.

Justice Dimgba said, “I can assure you of accelerated hearing and due justice in this suit once the Supreme Court gives its ruling.

“I will hear parties within a day and deliver judgement within 21 days of hearing. I

want to ensure that this case leave my docket without any delay whatsoever.”

Abraham is challenging the suitability of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu as APC candidate in the November 26, 2016 governorship poll.

When the matter came up, counsel to Abraham, Prof.

Ojo Amupitan, informed the court that the ruling of the court on substituted service

was affirmed by the Court of Appeal, but that the respondents had appealed to the Supreme Court while they (plaintiffs) had also crossappealed to the Supreme Court too.

He, however, urged the court to consider his motion which he filed on July 21, 2017 before the court went vacation.

But counsel to Governor

L-R: Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Airtel Nigeria, Segun Ogunsanya; Winner, The Voice Nigeria Season 2, Idyl and Vice President, Corporate Brand and Marketing Communication, Enitan Denloye, during a courtesy visit of Idyl to Airtel headquarters in Lagos… on Wednesday.

Akeredolu and Chief John Oyegun (1st and 3rd defendants), Mr. Murtala Abdulrasheed, urged the court to use its discretion to adjourn the case till the Supreme Court decides on the appeals.

Abraham, through an ex parte motion, prayed the court to declare the process that produced Akeredolu as governorship candidate of APC as illegal. The suit also sought an interim order to prevent the INEC from presenting Akeredolu as the party flagbearer pending the hearing and determination of the motion on notice already filed in the suit. Abraham, who joined the APC National Chairman, John Oyegun, and the INEC as defendants, erected his case on the ground that the election did not conform with the constitution of the party and guidelines set for the primaries.

Before the governorship election, the then presiding judge, Justice Nnamdi Dimgba ordered Akeredolu to come and show reason why an interim order restraining INEC from recognising him as the candidate of APC should not be granted.

But Akin Olujimi, leading a team of 28 lawyers to defend the governor, argued that counsel to Abraham had not served him with the orders of the court requiring the defendants to come and show cause. Olujimi averred that because service was not effected, the hearing could not go on.

But the court dismissed the preliminary objections, ruling that the application for interim injunction sought by Abraham had merit.

The police boss urged the youths in the community who are into criminal acts to rethink as the security agents have also mapped out strategies to deal with anyone involving in such acts. “I was so touched and moved when leaders led by Chief Paddy Arikawe and fours others in this community came to my office about two weeks ago.

“They reeled out the criminal activities in Igbotako and I told them I would be at this summit to address the community.

Sanusi Hospital Laboratory to be rated 5 Star

Yakubu Salisu, Kano

ÏÏÏSir

Muhammad Sanusi General Hospital in Kano has been chosen as one of six facilities in Nigeria to be converted as 5 star Internationally Accredited HIV Laboratory Service centres.

Dr Bashir Zubairu Head of Kano Institute of Human Virology of Nigeria (IVHN) made this Known when he led a team from Global Fund and Fhi360 on advocacy visit to Kano State Agency for the Control of AIDS (KSACA) for International Accreditation of HIV Laboratory Services in the state on Thursday.

Zubairu said the hospital laboratory was well equipped with modern facilities for the program, adding that when accredited, Sir Sanusi Hospital will not only engaged in HIV testing but rather all related diseases.

He pointed out that the hospital will becomes a center of excellent for such services if it scaled through the accreditation, hoping that the state government under supervision of the state ministry of health and KSACA would accord necessary support before, during and after the accreditation exercise by foreign medical laboratory experts.

In her remarks, Senior Tech. Officer(STO) of the program, Ugochi Ezenwelu said the visit was for sensitization towards Laboratory Quality Management System (QMS),

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Daily Times Nigeria Friday, October 27, 2017

Anger in Delta over contributing health insurance scheme

Nosa Akenzua, Asaba

ÏÏÏAnger laced with related

activities have continued to unsettle Delta State civil servants over the recently introduced contributing health insurance scheme.

Expectedly, aggrieved civil servants at the unity hall of Government House Asaba, yesterday for a seminar spoke their minds in anger and hatred for the scheme, describing it as “condit pipe” to milk them dry from their paltry salaries.

The seminar tagged: “Dialogue with the Head of Service” with various lectures”, the ideal number of permanent secretaries in the state public service relative to the situation in other states of the

federation, the rationality of retirement under the current economic situation to fill the generational gap occasioned by retirement in view of the large size of the state public service relative to the situation in other state of the federation, glaringly saw over 4, 000 civil servants in the hall raising questions as to the relevance of the contributing Health Insurance Scheme including expressing their displeasure over the scheme with loud ovation of no we are forced into the scheme” the angry workers alleged it was a way of collecting money from them for inexplicable reasons.

The said: “the dictation for the scheme is uncalled for, we are forced into it, civil servants are suffering in Delta state for one deduction or the other.”

Although, the angry workers were prevented from speaking to the press, but some of them who did not want their names in the print, described the scheme as a failure that can never address their health issues, adding “we are totally not in support of the scheme, we are forced into it by the present government of Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, we shall soon take to the streets when the situation becomes too unbearable.”

But in a swift reaction, the State Head of Services, (HOS), Mr. Reginald Bayoko dismissed the allegation of fraud as untrue, stating that the contributing health scheme would serve as measures to alleviating sufferings of the civil servants in terms of health failures and urged them to make their contributions.

Augustine Okezie Abuja

ÏÏÏAbout Seventy Five (75)

beneficiaries of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Welders Training and Certification Programme (WTCP) have commenced a Six month Post training attachment at the Kaduna and Warri refineries under a partnership scheme with the four (4) major refining and petrochemical companies to facilitate on-the-job experience for PTDF trained welders.

A press release which was signed by the fund’s Head of Press and External Relations, Kalu Otisi and made available to newsmen in Abuja yesterday said the Petroleum Technology Development Fund has trained more than One thousand (1,000) Nigerians at different levels of welding with International Institute of Welding Certification, in-

PTDF partners refineries for post training of 75 WTCP cluding the Manual Metal Arc welding covering Fillet, Plate and Pipe welds and the Advanced and Specialized welding processes.

He also maintained that the post training attachment will expose the skills and competencies of the participants to the industry, provide opportunity for them to practice their vocations in an industry environment and enhance their employability and absorption by the industry. This according to him is because welding and fabrication constitute 80% of the activities in the Oil and Gas industry and that the Federal Government’s local content drive aims at complete domiciliation of welding and fabrication activities in the industry.

Earlier while speaking at

the handover of the batch of 50 PTDF trained welders attached to the Warri refinery under the Scheme, the Executive Secretary, PTDF, Dr Bello Aliyu Gusau said the Post training attachment programme will develop the proficiency of the trainees in industrial welding and open up opportunities for their engagement in the industry: He said “This is an opportunity for our trained vocational skills graduates to receive on the job practical training for six months, and by such exposure, it is our expectation that the industry will appreciate the value that they will create and add to their operations, and if they do well, it will also be an avenue for them to be absorbed by the industry”

COWLSO tasks women to be more successful than their husbands

Benjamin Omoike

ÏÏÏThe

Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO), on Thursday concluded its three-day National Women Conference, with a charge on women to step up their entrepreneurial skills and not be afraid of being more successful than their spouses.

The Committee also urged women to take full advantage of the paradigm shift from Nigeria’s depen-

dence on oil and explore the many opportunities available in the fast growing agricultural industry.

This was part of the 22-point communiqué reached at the conclusion of the Conference with the theme, “She Creates, She Transforms”, held at the Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, read by the wife of the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello.

“Women were charged to

step up and not be afraid of being more successful than their spouses and they must be willing to invest more to expand their pool of income,” the communiqué read in part.

The Conference also tasked women to embrace entrepreneurial disposition and also get more involved in animal husbandry because of their prudence and passion, in order to increase daily production in the country, while government should

also provide lands and conducive environment for women farmers.

Also, women were encouraged to help one another by introducing themselves to organisations where funds could be accessed such as Fund for Agricultural Finance in Nigeria (FAFIN), Bank of Industry, among others.

“Women should be solution providers that are purpose-driven rather than looking for immediate financial profits. These give

L-R: National Chairmanship Aspirants, Peoples Democratic Party, Former Minister of Education, Prof. Tunde Adeniran; founder of DAAR Communications, Chief Raymond Dokpesi and former Governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, during a stakeholders meeting in Abuja… on Thursday.

opportunities to contribute towards improving the society.

“The Conference reiterated that women must be empowered in order to take care of the family, community and the nation.

“The conference also stressed the fact that women should be positively aggressive and assertive in order to contribute to the development of the nation,” the communiqué also read.

The Conference also appreciated the Lagos State Government for empowering women through its skill acquisition programme.

In her closing remarks, COWLSO Chairman and Wife of Lagos State Governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode, said it was important for Nigerian women to understand that they are in a unique situation at this point in time, and must see the current reality in the country not as a hopeless situation but an opportunity for entrepreneurial ambition to make a positive impact in a challenging situation.

While making reference to one of the sessions at the conference which focused on agriculture, Mrs. Ambode said women should have good mentors, be consistent and persist in doing the right things, noting that challenges should be seen as mere stepping stones that do not kill.

She said: “I urge all participants to make the best use of all they learnt at the conference for their personal benefits. You should

also please endeavour to pass on the knowledge acquired.”

Declaring the conference closed, Adamawa State Governor, Senator Jubrilla Bindow, who was the Special Guest of Honour, lauded the sterling performance of his counterpart in Lagos State, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode in office so far, describing his infrastructural renewal efforts as unprecedented and revolutionary.

Bindow said governor Ambode, through his brilliant works, had confirmed to Nigerians that the All Progressives Congress (APC), was committed to bringing about positive change in the country.

Bindow, who was represented by his Deputy, Mr. Martins Babale, said despite the complexities of governing a State with unique peculiarities such as Lagos, governor Ambode had performed creditably well in key sectors, adding that he was indeed proud to associate himself with the achievements, and described his counterpart as a worthy leader.

He said: “Let me end this short address by very sincerely commending my dear brother, His Excellency, Governor Akinwunmi Ambode for his sterling performance as the governor of Lagos State.

I know the complexities of governance especially in a highly urban and sophisticated setting like Lagos, but I also acknowledge that my brother has done wonderfully.

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Armed robbers kill two policemen Insecurity in Edo: New CP vows to end crime in bank robbery in Ondo ‘Tosin Ajuwon, Akure

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Armed robbers on Thursday attacked the branch of a new generation bank in Ifon at the Ose local government area of Ondo state carting away millions of naira.

The robbers who were numbering about fifteen also killed two policemen in mufti after they had engaged them a gun duel.

The Daily Times gathered that a yet to be identified man was also killed in the gun battle as the robbers forced their way into the town in an attempt to escape.

An eyewitness told journalists that the robbers stormed the bank premis-

es at about 3 pm and forced their way inside.

The witness pleaded anonymity and also disclosed that the robbery operation disrupted commercial activities in the community.

“The bank was almost randing off their transactions when the hoodlums stormed the premises.

“Immediately they entered the premises, it was sound of gun shots that rented the air.

“They blew the bullet proof doors with dynamites and held everyone hostage for close to one hour that the operation lasted.

“They ransack all the rooms in the bank and packed all the money with

the ones inside the vault before escaping from the scene with gun shots everywhere.”

It was reliably gathered that the robbers entered into the town with three vehicles with an unknown plate numbers.

Femi Joseph, the spokesperson of the Ondo State Police Command confirmed the robbery incident on the telephone.

Mr. Joseph said the police officers in the bank engaged the robbers in a gun duel but were overpowered after few minutes.

He revealed that no fewer than two of their officers (policemen) were killed in the robbery operation that lasted an hour.

According to him, the commissioner for police in the state, Gbenga Adeyanju,has led top officers of the police bras to the scene of the robbery.

“We lost two of our men attached to the bank who engaged the armed robbers in a gun duel as they came with some very sophisticated weapons.

“The Police Commissioner has visited the scene of the robbery and I can tell you that we are currently on the trial of the robbers and shall arrest them soon.”

He added that police has already began an investigation into the robbery case in at attempt to arrest those behind it.

Titus Akhigbe, Benin

ÏÏÏ

The Edo State Police Commissioner recently deployed to the State, CP Johnson Babatunde Kokumo has expressed his readiness to combat crime in the state to the barest minimum following the upsurge of criminal activities in the state.

Kokumo said the command will Partner with professional bodies including the hunters association and the community locals as well as sister security agencies.

He added that the command will depend more on receiving vital relevant information that will aid in the arrest of criminals which he stressed is better than acquisition of a thousand AK 47 fire arms

in the combat of criminal elements.

He pledged to develop a partnership with the Community local and Sister security agencies in the task of providing the state with adequate security.”We will ensure Synergy and collaboration for internal security.

The command under my leadership has abhorrence for corruption as well as zero tolerance for human rights Abuses.”

The state police commissioner stated this yesterday while parading 53 suspects at the state command in Benin City, where he sought the support of relevant government agencies and the judiciary in the fight against crime and delivery of criminal justice administration.

‘Women’s success in politics depends on women’ -Anifowoshe Henry Enegede

L-R: Acting Director-General, National Population Commission (NPopC), Dr Babagana Wakil; NPopC Chairman, Eze Duruiheoma (SAN); and Federal Commission of NPopC in-charge of Bayelsa, Mrs. Gloria Izonfuoimni, at a news conference to herald the 5th Annual Population Lecture in Abuja... on Tuesday.

Okowa launches Delta State Lottery, says it will empower Deltans Nosa Akenzua, Asaba

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IN line with its wealth creation programme, Governor Ifeanyi Okowa yesterday launched the Delta State Lottery, expressing hope that it will empower a lot of Deltans and those who will participate in the game.

The Governor stated that the establishment of the Delta State Lottery passed through due process including approval by the Delta State House of

Assembly.

According to him, “it is our strong hope that Delta State lottery will be a game changer in the lives of our people, we hope it will redistribute income to our people because, the high point of this lottery game is the job creation aspect, more Deltans should be employed through this process.”

“We are hopeful that most of the agents will help their families through the lottery,” he said, add-

ing, “we are sure that there will be a lot of winning, not less than 50 per cent of stake will be spent on winning while the state share from the other 50 per cent would be plugged into charity, especially to assist vulnerable people.”

The event which has the Governor pressing the button for the first draw in the lottery, was graced by top government functionaries Chairman of Digital Game System, Manag-

ers of Delta State Lottery, Engr. Mark Shenton stated that lottery will provide job and positively impact on the lives of He disclosed that all over the world, proceeds from lottery has been used to fund projects executed by governments.

High point of the event was the first draw in the lottery which saw Princess Nzemeke winning in the game where 4, 34, 46, 15, 26, 37 emerged as the winning numbers.

ÏÏÏ The success of women in Nigerian politics depends on women. This was the consensus at the recently held one-day development forum/workshop with the theme, Advancing Women in Governance and Political Participation, organized by the International Press Centre (IPC) Lagos with the support of UKAID and ACTIONAID Nigeria.

The theme was presented by Mrs Jumoke Anifowoshe, a politician who disclosed that despite her being capable to be a Governor or Senator, she wasn’t voted for mainly because she’s a woman.

“I rose from the lowest rungs of the ladder to become my party’s state chairman in Ondo and surprised everyone with my performance so the next logical step was for me to be Governor or Senator but the party leaders were against me and the other women in the party were chickenhearted and couldn’t stick out their necks for me.

“Presently, all party chairmen are men and their secretaries are men.

Women should rise up and demand for our share.

When will it be time for a woman to rule? It has to start one day and better now than later and women and female politicians

must get a woman to be a Governor in 2019 in any state whatsoever.”

Also speaking, Ada-Gina Ude, said, “Women leaders can bring about change in their parties. The issue night meetings can be changed if women demand for it. In the UK, they used to have night meetings too but the women demanded for it to be changed and they got their wish.”

Contributing to the issue, several of the female participants said women are the problem of women in politics and that they all have to come together and support a woman to a prominent office regardless of her religion, party, ethnicity and so on.

According to him, the governor is giving great attention to healthcare especially the free maternal and infant healthcare services currently running in the state.

“We are planning on how to get the best and highest professionals to ensure that the free maternal, nursing mothers and infant continue to remain a huge success in the state,’’ he said.

On the on-going UBAsponsored Cottage Hospital in Nsukka GRA, the commissioner thanked the organization for their corporate responsibility project meant to improve the healthcare delivery of the people.

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alisu Yusuf, Assistant Coach of the Super Eagles on Thursday said that Argentina are a beatable side.

Yusuf made the assertion in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja ahead of the Nov. 14 friendly match against the former world champions in Russia.

The coach said that the Super Eagles

We can beat Argentina – Eagles coach were capable of reversing the series of defeats suffered at the hands of the South Americans by beating them in Russia this time around.

He told NAN that Argentina’s track records would not be an advantage because the two teams would play the match based on their current form. “My players are equal to the task any time anywhere and we are

not afraid of big names because big names no longer play football, but talent and determination are key to winning matches,’’ the coach said.

He assured Nigerians of an impressive outing against Argentina in the warm-up match aimed at boosting the morale of not only the players but their fans for World Cup. Prestige friendly match will be one in the series lined up to familiarise Nigerian players with the playing style of their likely opponents at the World Cup.

Why we didn’t sack Enyeama - Lille L ille chief executive Marc Ingla has revelaed why Vincent Enyeama is back in training with Lille despite being deemed surplus to requirements by new coach Marcelo Bielsa alongside ten others.

The former captain and goalkeeper of the Nigeria national team was part of the players Bielsa axed from his first team when he resumed as coach of the team in July.

While the other ten have terminated their contracts with the club by mutual understanding, Enyeama is back in training with the club after returning from a six months injury lay off following surgery on a meniscus injury he picked up towards the end of last season.

Speaking to authoritative France newspaper L’equipe Ingla explained that Enyeama is still at the club, because the 35 year old has shown a positive attitude since joining the club, and also had surgery. ” I do not have a very specific answer. Vincent (Enyeama) has a very positive attitude. He is recovering from surgery he had in April on his kneel, he is back in training now and we will take it from there”, Ingla told L’equipe.

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Enyimba sets sight on ABS defender, Governor

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efender of relegated Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) FC, Ernest Governor is one of the targets of former champions, Enyimba International as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of the 2017/18 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) and the 2018 CAF Confederation Cup. The Aba side have lodged a transfer request with the NPFL FIFA Domestic Transfer Matching System for the player and his teammate, Mohammed Aman Mohammed.

Another transfer target of the Peoples Elephant is Rangers International’s Chinedu Udeagha.

The club have already unveiled Katsina United’s captain, Nasiru Sani.

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Deportivo coach backs Uzoho to continue as number one T

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he chances of fast rising Nigerian goalkeeper Francis Odinaka Uzoho retaining his spot as first choice goalkeeper of Spanish La-Liga side Deportivo La Coruna won’t be affected following the sacking of coach Pepe Mel. Mel gave Uzoho is first team bow at the club, but he was sacked after their last league game which they lost 1-2 to Girona, and his sacking has lead to talks about Uzoho losing his first choice spot.

The club appointed coach of Deportivo B Cristobal Parralo to be in temporary charge until the end of the season, and his appointment will no doubt help Uzoho cement his spot as first choice.

Parralo was the coach who signed Uzoho to the club, and recommended him to the first team after just two months with the B team, where he displaced the first choice goalkeeper.

A member of the Nigeria U17 team of 2013, Uzoho will no doubt relish the prospect of working with Parralo who once described him as one of the best hands he has worked with at junior level.

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Simeone pleased with Atletico debutants

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tletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone praised debutants Sergio Gonzalez and Antonio Moya after his side’s Copa del Rey draw at Elche.

Thomas Partey put Atletico ahead in the first leg of the last-32 tie at Elche, but the hosts levelled through a second-half Lolo Pla penalty.

Gonzalez, 22, and Moya, 19, made their Atletico debuts as Simeone’s side were held by third-tier opposition.

Simeone praised the pair for their displays, particularly given the situation.

“Sergi played very well and Toni Moya played calmly, even though the match was

anything but calm because of the result,” the Argentinian told a news conference.

“He played with personality and we like that.”

The result left Atletico with work to do ahead of the second leg at home on November 29.

Simeone said: “We worked very hard in the first half and we had lots of chances.

“In the second half, Elche started off well and earned a penalty.

“After that moment, we had chances to settle the knockout round, but we’ll have to do so in the return leg.”

LaLiga to introduce VAR next season Larria

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here are plans to implement VAR in LaLiga from the beginning of next season, according to acting Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president Juan Luis Larrea.

Spain’s top flight is the only one of the major five leagues in Europe not to use video technology, with VAR to be implemented in the World Cup for the first time in 2018.

LaLiga president Javier Tebas has previously claimed the technology is too expensive but Larrea says the RFEF are prepared to embrace a change.

Wenger sees Arsenal futures for Nketiah, Walcott

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rsene Wenger has called for patience when it comes to the development of Eddie Nketiah, while insisting Theo Walcott’s future will not be impacted by the emergence of the new Arsenal star.

Nketiah struck twice against Norwich City on Tuesday - in just his second appearance for Arsenal - to secure his side’s progression in the EFL Cup. And his standout display has been the cause of some excitement at Emirates Stadium, but Wenger wants the 18-year-old to be given the opportunity to slowly find his feet at first team level.

“Of course, [Nketiah can make it] if he continues to develop,” the Arsenal manager told a pre-match news conference ahead of a game against Swansea City.

“You cannot think that, because a guy scored two goals, he is ready to play in the Premier League, but there is some quality there you have to take care of.”

Walcott - another Arsenal attacker - has been reduced to a role on the fringes this term, failing to start a single Premier League game while Gunners great Ian Wright has called on him to leave the club.

But Wenger is determined that there remains a key part for Walcott to play at Arsenal.

“The intention is to have VAR from the first match day in LaLiga next year,” he told Cadena Ser. “There is technology coming into football and you have to accept it.”

Larrea, who has held the top job at the RFEF since Angel Maria Villar was arrested in July as part of an anti-corruption investigation, also suggested changes could be made to the Copa del Rey format.

Every stage of the tournament from the round of 32 onwards is played over two legs, prompting critics to decry the number

of matches and the reduced possibility of an upset.

Espanyol boss Quique Sanchez Flores claimed recently that “everyone loses” under the current format but Larrea says he will listen to clubs if change is widely desired.

“There is something about the current format. I like it,” he said. “I believe it is even good to play over two legs.

“It’s what they wanted. We will change when they want to.”

Balotelli rues Neymar absence ahead PSG clash

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ario Balotelli is disappointed he will not have the chance to go head-to-head with Neymar when Paris Saint-Germain host Nice in Ligue 1 on Friday.

Nice have endured a poor start to the Ligue 1 campaign and are aiming to break a run of three consecutive top-flight defeats at Parc des Princes.

Unai Emery’s league leaders will be without Neymar after the Brazil international was sent off during last weekend’s heated 2-2 draw at Marseille.

Balotelli has been in impressive goalscoring form this term, with eight in 11 appearances across all competitions, and the enigmatic Italian striker is not giving up hope that his team-mates can spring a surprise.

“Of course it’s possible [to win at PSG],” he told Nice Martin. “It’s difficult but feasible.

“I wanted to play against Neymar, personally. I wish he were in the game.”

Balotelli’s form has led to calls in some quarters for him to earn an international recall for Italy’s World Cup play-off against Sweden next month.

A report by Gazzetta dello Sport suggested Italy boss Gian Piero Ventura is not ready to take the plunge and hand the 27-year-old his first action for the Azzurri since the 2014 World Cup and Balotelli is relaxed about the situation.

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Kainji, Jebba plants cut output constraints with water forecast system Simon Ugwu

The Chief Operating Officer (COO), of Mainstream Energy Solutions Limited (MESL), Mr. Jose Villegas, has disclosed that two of Nigeria’s three hydro power plants – 760 megawatts (MW) Kainji and 578.4MW Jebba plants- would be able to maintain optimum efficiency in the amount of electricity they generate, following the installation of a

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Villegas, told journalists during a recent tour of the plants in Niger state that the innovative water management system – Inflow Forecasting System and Operational Planning Tool (IFS-OPT) had been installed at the plants’ water basin by Austrian firm Pöyry Energy, and would enable them maximise

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their generation during periods of high and low rainfalls.

Speaking alongside MESL’s Operations Supervisor for Jebba, Mr. John Onimisi, Villegas explained that efficient water management using the IFSOPT would also keep the plants’ turbines in good condition, in addition to helping them manage their water discharge to avoid instances of flooding of communities downstream.

Jebba and Kainji, they added are about the only two hydro plants in the country with the IFS-OPT system. Similarly, Villagas, stated that the plants were not allowed to operate at their optimal capacities because of frequent requests from the National Control Centre, Osogbo, on them to cut down output on account of distribution companies’ inabilities to take maximum power put on the grid.

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FBN Holdings grosses N439.2bn in 9months Adesola Afolabi FBN Holdings Plc. announced its 9 months unaudited results on Thursday, declaring N439.2 billion as gross earnings.

The result released for the nine months period ended 30 September 2017, showed gross earnings was up 5.2% from N417.4bn declared in the same period of 2016.

The financial institutions income statement revealed that Netinterest income of N254.3bn, was up 25.3% from N202.9bn recorded in September, 2016.

N74 billion was realised as Noninterest income. This was 43.5 percent lower than N131.0bn declared one year ago.

Bottom line closed 7.8 percent higher than previous year as Profit after tax of N45.8 billion, increased from N42.5bn declared as profit after tax in 2016.

The group’s statement of financial position showed total assets of N4.9 trillion, was up 2.7% yearto-date (y-t-d) but Customer deposits closed 5.3 percent lower than figure obtained in December 2016 at N3.0trn, down 5.3% y-t-d.

Key financial Ratios computed on the 9month performance revealed Post-tax return on average equity increased to 10.1% from 9.4% obtained in 2016.

Post-tax return on average assets increased marginally to 1.3% from Sept 2016’s 1.2% value and Net-interest margin stood at 8.8% compares to 7.5% in 2016.

Cost to income ratio however rose to 53.4% from 48.4% while NPL ratio of 20.1% was lower than 24.9 percent obtained in Sept 2016.

Northeast farmers urge support for pumpkin Ï Ɨ ƌ Ɠ è Ƒƅ ƈè ƄƆè Ɛ ƆƏ ƐƐƆ ƗƆƗ Samuel Luka, Bauchi The Processors and Mar-

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keting Association of Nigeria (PUGMAN), Northeast zone, has stated that if the farming of pumpkin is properly harnessed, the commodity also known as Ugu, can contribute greatly to the country’s foreign exchange earnings, create employment as well as serve as solution to Nigeria’s economic woes.

Speaking during PUGMAN’s National Stakeholders’ Meeting and Awareness/Enlightenment campaign for Northeast zone held at BSADP, Bauchi, the as-

sociation’s National President, Engr. Uche Ihugba explained that, “Pumpkins is continually becoming a fast growing crop for Nigeria’s producers; and we want to continually promote the production for consumption at home as well as for export purposes.”

According to Ihugba, Ugu is one of the best crops they have planted, saying that, “It’s easy to plant, grows very fast and ready to harvest in just six weeks”. He added that, “the beauty of Ugu is, it is cash flow. From the time

it reaches maturity, you can harvest and sell it every week.”

While highlighting the various socio-economic and medical importance of pumpkin in the society, Ihugba urged the three tiers of government to beam their search light on harnessing the potentials in the growing, production and marketing of the product on a large scale in their quest to transforming the socio-economic and health development of the nation.

In an address earlier, the vice

president of the association in the zone, Alhaji Samaila Burga, who is also a big time farmer expressed the determination of pumpkin farmers in the region to embark on large scale farming of the farm product in commercial quantities for both domestic consumption and other benefits.

Also speaking, a farmer and chairman, House Committee on Health and Human Services, Gombe State House of Assembly, Hon.

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Paint manufacturers task FG on standardisation Ganiyu Obaaro The Paint Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, a subsidiary of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), has called on the Federal Government to set a standard for the local paint manufacturers in the country as it will help in reducing the substandard product from the Nigerian paint market.

Mr. Rotimi Aluko, Chairman, PMA, who made this call in Lagos recently, during the association’s 2017 coating show in Lagos, with the theme “Raw Materials Sourcing for Coating Industry,” noted that the show was to emphasise to stakeholders the importance of producing good quality paint products that will help to keep the environment safe for all to live in.

Aluko said: “We urge Nigerians to use made in Nigeria paint products with MANCAP Certification for their painting and decorative. Once more, we confidently assure Nigerians that our members have the capacity and capability to meet paint requirements of the country.

“The problem of adulteration, faking and sale of paints with nuisance value is still rearing its ugly head. The menace has got to alarming dimension. Those individuals who engage in the act now do it in the open mainly at the building sites, markets and some residential corners. This poses danger to people’s health as well as the environment. The environment is polluted and people especially children are exposed to various health hazards when process is carried out in the open and market places.”

He warned that paints produced at building sites or on corners in markets do not have all the ingredients of good quality paints, adding that this leads to constant failures of such paints a few months after application.

NIPOST to transit from mono to multiple organisations by 2020 - PMG

By Tony Nwakaegho Nigerian Postal Services (NIPOST) has said its twoday zonal retreat was geared towards repositioning the organi-

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Ï ê Ƅ ƃƓ Ǝ ƅ ƃƏ Ɔ Ɛ ƎƆ zation from a mono-product organization into a multiple products’ organization by 2020.

Barrister Adebisi Adegbuyi, the Post Master General / CEO of Nipost, remarked during the retreat, that the strategic roadmap tagged: ‘NIPOST Vision 2020,’ was a product of several months of intensive work, which started at Ogere retreat held on May 22, 2017.

Adegbuyi affirmed that their vision is to become “a thriving market-driven organization, focusing on innovation, to provide efficient, effective and reliable services with the aid of appropri-

ZTE records 36.58% profit gain in 9-month forecasts Ïj Ɛ Ƌ ƕƆ ƏƋƕ ƆƐ ƍƏ ƇƈƐ Ɛ `L ƿêƢéƿêƤƄ Ganiyu Obaaro ZTE Corporation, a major international provider of telecommunications, enterprise and consumer technology solutions for the Mobile Internet, published guidance for a 36.58% increase in net profit for the nine months ended 30 September, 2017.

Net profit attributable to holders of ordinary shares of the listed company in the first nine months was RMB 3.905 billion, based on the preliminary financial statement published by ZTE recently. Revenue in the first nine months increased to RMB76.580bn, 7.01% higher than last year.

According to the company, the net profit attributable to holders of ordinary shares of the listed company, bolstered by the growth of operations in carriers’ net-

work and consumers business, is estimated to be RMB 4.3-4.8bn for the whole year.

ZTE is a provider of advanced telecommunications systems, mobile devices, and enterprise technology solutions to consumers, carriers, companies and public sector customers.

As part of ZTE’s strategy, the company is committed to providing customers with integrated end-to-end innovations to deliver excellence and value as the telecommunications and information technology sectors converge.

Listed in the stock exchanges of Hong Kong and Shenzhen, ZTE’s products and services are sold to over 500 operators in more than 160 countries. ZTE commits 10 per cent of its annual revenue to research and development and has leadership roles in international standard-setting organizations.

ate technology and a well-motivated workforce.”

He noted that the Lagos zonal retreat, which came up five months after the Ogere retreat, was to evaluate and further reposition their focus on the tortuous journey of ‘Posting the Post into Prosperity.’

He said, “The business units are reshaping their products; the zones are now on ground supported by their districts, while the Chief Operating Officer has taken full control of the operations for efficiency.”

Adegbuyi lamented that one of

the greatest challenges to the relevance of NIPOST is in the area of product offering, adding that “For a long time NIPOST has remained a mono-product organization focusing mainly on mail.”

He also acknowledged that these challenges are changing as evidenced by innovative products they have launched; and the various initiatives that are currently going on, stressing that, “Barely five months into our implementation plan, our successes are already evident. The restructuring is going on well; visibility is improving; innovation is everywhere.”

USAID, Nestle, others partner to improve agro-products Temitope Omoniyi The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Nestlé Nigeria Plc, Volunteers for Economic Growth Alliance (VEGA) and VEGA Member Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture (CNFA) have announced a new partnership programme, Feed the Future Nigeria and Nestlé Maize Quality Improvement Partnership (M-QIP).

The new partnership is expected to significantly expand on these efforts, reaching an additional 20,000 smallholder farmers including 40 percent women and other agroindustry entrepreneurs within the value chain. It is estimated that the implementation of this program will increase the sales of better quality maize and soybean by at least 17,000 metric tons annually helping to improve the livelihoods of these farmers.

The programme aimed at training farmers, workers and small agricultural businesses in Kaduna State, by leveraging the

expertise of volunteers. Farmers will learn how to reduce crop contaminants, to help sustainably increase the safety and quality of maize and soybeans, which will lead to improve the health, nutrition and livelihoods in their communities.

Emphasizing on the impact of the partnership on the local economy, Mr. Mauricio Alarcon, CEO and Managing Director, Nestle Nigeria said: “This partnership is in line with Nestles purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future.

Our Creating Shared Value approach enables us to build thriving, resilient communities with whom we work, by improving the livelihoods of individuals and families.

“Today, we locally source more than 80% of our raw material and we are committed to further increase in this regard. We believe that the collaboration with the communities, CNFA, USAID and VEGA will help to improve livelihoods in communities connected to our business activities.

Daily Times Nigeria Friday, October 27 , 2017

Stories By Motolani Oseni The Nigerian currency, Naira, on Thursday, dropped slightly by 0.02 per cent to close at 305.75 to the US Dollar, against 305. 70 traded on Wednesday at the official interbank foreign exchange market, Daily Times check has revealed.

Also, Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange (NAFEX) widow, which had rebounded on Tuesday with the highest traded volume of $166.75, declined the following day by a whopping $16.42 million, while compared to traded volume of $150.33.

The breakdown of this week NAFEX turnover showed total volume of $302.49m was recorded on Monday, declined to $146.06m on Tuesday, $166.75 million on Wednesday and $150.33m on

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Naira drops to 305.75 at interbank forex market Ï M 0& ô Ɨ ƈƋƕ ƐƏ ƅƐƈ ƆƗ ơÕêƿƾƌ Thursday.

The special forex window, however, opened yesterday trading activities at 359.65 against 359.68 sold per Dollar on Wednesday, stronger by just 0.01 per cent, but closed low at 360.40 compared to 360.39 declared the previous day.

Considering the closing rate from the first trading of the week, our correspondent observed that the Naira at the official market closed at 305.65, but moved up to 305.70 on Tuesday, and maintained the same rate on Wednesday before dropping slightly by 0.01 per cent on Thursday.

The local currency, at the parallel segment of the foreign exchange market, stood steadied against the three major foreign currencies, Dollar, Pound Sterling and Euro at 363, 425, and 475, respectively.

Meanwhile, in a move to achieve exchange rate convergence and stability, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has injected $2.64 billion in 22 weeks to cushion the dollar crisis on 3000 Bureau De Change (BDC) operators in the country.

The CBN in April 14, 2017 had resolved to raise foreign exchange supply to BDC operators

to $40,000 weekly from the $20,000 weekly it sold to the each currency dealers.

The estimated $2.64 billion supply to BDCs operators by ended September 30, 2017, though the CBN continues its intervention to the operators in October.

A source hinted our correspondent that since the announcement in April 14, the apex has supplied each 3,000 BDC operators $40,000 on weekly basis.

The President, Association of Bureaux De Change Operators of Nigeria (ABCON), Mr. Aminu Gwadabe, said limited access to foreign exchange is impacting

negatively on its association despite the CBN’s weekly intervention.

He noted that the multiple rates at which banks buy foreign exchange at N358/Dollar while BDCs operators buy at N360/Dollar from the same CBN window is also another challenging facing the operators.

The CBN was reported to have met with BDC operators to “correct” the conflicting exchange rates.

Gwadabe, disclosed further that banks are obnoxious charging its members and it is affecting BDCs operators in Nigeria.

Sterling Bank: Senator extols intervention in transport sector Temitope Omoniyi

· L – R: Irene Robinson-Ayanwale, Head, Legal Department, The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE); Pai Gamde, Ag. Head, Corporate Services Division, NSE; Senator Bukar Mustapha, Chairman, Senate Committee on Capital Market; Alhajia Habiba Mohammed, Clerk of Senate, Nigeria and Rasaq Ozemede, Head, Internal Audit, NSE during a Closing Gong Ceremony at the Exchange on Thursday.

Roads: Tax relief scheme to be scrutinized - FG At the close of the Federal Executive Council meeting on Thursday, approved a tax relief scheme to attract private sector involvement in the provision of Federal road infrastructure across the entire country.

But FEC says firms to be engaged in the road scheme would go through some level of scrutiny.

The approval was the outcome of a Memorandum for the setting up of a Road Trust Fund (RTF) presented by the Honourable Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, to the council at its meeting presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari.

The Road Trust Fund concept was jointly developed by the Federal Ministry of Finance and the Federal Ministry of Power, Works and Housing.

The RTF is expected to mobil-

ise significant capital into road provision in order to unlock socio-economic development as well as facilitate investment across all areas of Nigeria to achieve inclusive economic growth.

Federal roads carry more than 80 per cent of national vehicular and freight traffic, accounting for 17 per cent of the total national road network.

Addressing State House correspondents at the end of the FEC meeting, the Finance Minister explained that the RTF would facilitate and incentivise private sector involvement in Nigeria’s Federal road infrastructure.

The Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Mr. Babatunde Fashola and Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Lai Mohammed,

were also at the post-FEC briefing of the State Press Corps.

Adeosun said, “It is a form of Public Private Partnership that will accelerate the provision of Federal Roads by allowing private sector operators to collectively fund road provision in exchange for tax credits. This will complement Federal Government’s budgetary allocation to roads.

“Private sector participation is being incentivised through a Tax Credit Scheme that enables all participating companies to claim tax relief based on the amount of capital contribution (on a pro-rata basis).

“We have already consulted with the private sector in the development of the RTF and some companies have already identified roads they wish to reconstruct and are organising their

funding. However, this scheme is designed such that Financial Intermediaries will be promoting Road Trust Fund projects and soliciting commitments from interested companies.”

Under the tax relief scheme, companies will be allowed to recover 100 per cent of costs incurred on road infrastructure as a tax credit against total tax payable (including up to 10 per cent for cost of funds).

Adeosun further noted that the tax relief would allow for cost recovery within a single year instead of three years for economically disadvantaged areas.

When completed, the Minister said the roads would be handed over to the Federal Government who may decide to toll the roads in accordance with the National Tolling Policy.

Senator Gbenga Ashafa, Chairman, Senate Committee on Land Transport, has commended Sterling Bank Plc for its intervention in Nigeria’s transport sector, saying, such intervention from the private sector is what the transport sector requires to achieve the desired transformation.

Senator Ashafa, who stated this at the second edition of the annual conference of Transportation Growth Initiative (TGI), held recently, noted that Sterling Bank has, indeed, established itself as the reference bank in transport finance as a result of its investment in the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and LAGBUS initiatives of the Lagos State Government.

The Senator said, ‘’I want to commend Sterling Bank for its support to the transport sector so far. I am aware that Sterling Bank financed both the LAGBUS buses and over 400 BRT buses plying various routes on Lagos roads. It is our hope that the bank would expand this experience beyond Lagos so that people living in other parts of Nigeria will also benefit from their benevolence.’’

Earlier in his speech, General Tunde Adeola reiterated the bank’s commitment to the economic growth and stability of the country.

According to Adeola, “As an institution that truly cares about the people of this country, we have realized the urgent need for the intervention of the private sector in the key sectors of the economy.”

This, he said, is the major reason the bank intervened in various sectors of the economy namely Health, Agriculture and Education through financial services and other partnerships.

He added that just as Sterling

Capital Market B4 Access Bank’s Q3 buoyed by reduced provisions, OCI gains Ï1Ə Ɠ Ɔ Ə ƈ Ɛ MƢÕǀƄ Access bank Nigeria Plc has given insight into its fourth quarter 2014, with its third quarter 2017 result which showed remarkable lower than expected loan loss provisions and significant other comprehensive income (OCI).

Access Bank is a full service commercial bank with headquarters in Nigeria and with operations across Sub-Saharan Africa, the UK, Asia and the Middle East, and its Q3 result reflect the Bank’s ability to generate sustainable earnings despite the challenging operating environment.

The bank’s Q3 result for the period ended 30th September 2017, released by the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) on Thursday, showed that the Group posted increase in profit before tax (PBT) to 72.9billion in September 2017 from 69.0 billion in September 2016.

The bank also closed the third quarter period with a 4 per cent year-on-year growth in profit after tax (PAT) as it closed the Q3 period 54.1 billion in 2016.

The bank’s Group Managing Director/CEO, Herbert Wigwe, expressing confidence in the prospects of the bank to deliver even better in the coming months , said that the Access bank continues to gain momentum in its efforts to achieve more diversified earnings, strengthening retail and digital offerings, He noted that the reporting period marks the last quarter in the last year of the 2013 – 2017 strategic period adding that the Bank remains committed to improving the quality of its balance sheet.

Stakeholders call for transparency on claims’ settlements Stories by Bonny Amadi

Stakeholders of Nigerian insurance industry have expressed concern on the challenges insurance policy holders encounter when seeking for indemnity of insurance claims, saying that confidence in the industry has remained low.

Speaking at insurance public forum organized by Almond Productions limited in Lagos, themed: “Insurance penetration in Nigeria, shifting focus from policies to providing value for the custom-

ers” cross section of stakeholders from diverse professional callings were of the consensus that the insurance practitioners in the country need to boost their product designs, market delivery, concern for policy holders and greater effort towards reaching the unreached areas with well thought out micro insurance products.

A stakeholder from Lagos Mainland CDA, Mr. Adisa Taiwo Ramon argued that the sector has neglected the down trodden in the design of insurance products , based on the illiquid nature of the

grassroots population, adding that it is only the grassroots hat will drive growth in the sector.

He said, “We need micro insurance products for the market men and women that earn meager income. These categories of people that have been ignored by the sector hence they cannot be able to afford about N60 000 premiums required in some cases by least policies in the market.”

He, however, acknowledged the role of the police and the fires services toward ensuring workable claim settlement and consumer

friendly policies at all levels.

Earlier in his remark before the open forum, GMD FBN Insurance, Mr. Val Ojumah said that irrespective of negative perceptions by the public on insurance which however is gradually waning, the insurance sector presents vital instruments that guide against deficiencies that people suffer because of government’s inability to provide social security for the people.

“In every sphere of life, there are god people and there are also bad people,” Ojumah said.

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Dangote Sugar’s Q3 records 236% PAT growth Dangote Sugar Refinery (DSR) Plc has shown commitment to rewarding shareholders remarkably, with impressive growth posted in its third quarter 2017 unaudited result.

The company’s result released by the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) on Thursday ,for the period ended 30th September, 2017, showed imposing growth in key performance indices even as sales year on year were flat.

The Q3 DSR result showed numerous growth positions across the Profit and loss (P&L) lines.

Even as the company’s sales during the quarter was flat, both Profit before tax(PBT) and profit after tax(PAT) were significantly advanced by 236 per cent y/y and 244 [per cent y/y, respectively.

The result showed that profitability for the quarter was driven by a marked gross mar-

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gin expansion of +2153bps y/y to 32.9 per cent, while operating expenses (PEX) which came in flattish y/y also contributed.

The growth in PAT/PBT lines were lauded by experts as market surprise and tipped to define the company’s fourth quarter result tilt to reward investors for their confidence and commitment to grow their investments in the global rated sugar company.

Daily Times recalls that management of the company had earlier stated that gas, relatively cheaper than the alternative LPFO, accounted for 100 per cent of the Lagos Refinery’s fuel usage for July and August.

Sequentially, sales declined q/q while PBT and PAT both fell by around 24% y/y. Given that the month of Ramadan, seasonally DSR’s highest sales month, fell within Q2, the q/q decline is unsurprising.

Nigerian Breweries pays N1 interim dividend Ï _Ƣ ^ jƃ^ j ƓƆ ƊƆ ƆƗ Ƅƕ Ƥƿü Ɨ ƣǀêơƢü ƕƃƕ Nigerian Breweries Plc is poised to reward its shareholders with interim dividend of N1.00 per share for shareholders whose names appear in the company’s register before the date of its closure 16th November , 2017.

The company’s third quarter result for the period ended 30th September, 2017 released by the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) on Thursday, announcing the interim dividend fixed 15th November, as qualification date for investors to benefit from the corporate action.

The company’s interim dividend trails its Q3 unaudited result which though recorded year on year growth in revenue, but a year on year Q3 decline in

profit before tax (PBT) and profit after tax (PAT).

However, its nine month result showed growth in key measuring indices, revenue, profit befit tax and profit after tax.

The Nigerian Breweries Q3 2017 result showed that sales peaked at N73.67billion, reflecting 17.88per cent q/q decline and year on year(y/y) growth by 12.76 per cent. The Q3 result further showed that PBT of N369.89bn, a q/q decline by -97.78 per cent and -83.57 per cent drop y/y.

Q3 Profit after tax followed the same trend as N259.89bn PAT reflects -97.89 per cent q/q drop and a -75.13% y/y decline.

Meanwhile, analysis of

the result on a nine months basis showed that sales of N254.7billion grew by 14 per cent y/y. PBT and PAT of N34.4bn and N24.0bn grew by 24per cent y/y and 19 per cent y/y respectively.

NB’s nine months gross margins thinned by -184bps y/y awhile operating expenses grew by 11per cent y/y. the negatives were no, however robust enough to offset the y/y sales growth and a -23 per cent y/y decline in net finance costs, leading to the PBT growth.

Despite the CBN’s intervention in the fx market through the NAFEX window, the result showed that the brewing giant in Q3 was unable to expand gross margins.

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The devil in the (accounting) details – and the economic effects: You often hear calls out there — mostly from Right economists but also from some on the Left — for a consumption tax in the U.S. As presented, it’s a super-simple idea: tally your income, subtract your saving, and what’s left is your consumption. You pay taxes on that.

We want to encourage thrifty saving and discourage profligate consumption, so what’s not to like?

Lots. Before getting into the idea’s economic virtues and vices, consider the accounting. Whaddaya mean by “saving”? Economists are deeply confused about that word, so it’s worth sorting through a bit.

Start with a simple pared-down household. The only accounting complication is that they own a house: How much did this household “save”? Should the interest payments count as consumption? The principal payments almost certainly should not (and could be treated that way under the rules of a consumption tax without a whole lot of work for homeowners and lenders…). But what about home maintenance?

A new paint job increases your home’s asset value. Should you depreciate that asset value over some years? Or say you buy new appliances for your kitchen: You are cash out of pocket, but your home is worth more. Are those purchases “consumption”?

This notion of some simple tally of your “saving” starts to look more complicated. We’re not talking “taxes on a 3-by-5 card” here.

And this is not a complex household. There will have to be some complicated IRS rules for what counts as saving. (I won’t even touch here on various clever opportunities to game this system.)

An expanded tally raises some other tricky questions: What if this family leases its car with an option to buy at the end of the lease, instead of buying? How do you account for that?

And this doesn’t even touch the troublesome issue of health care: is it consumption? That’s how it’s tallied in the national accounts.

But if Americans didn’t invest in maintaining their health, how prosperous would the country be?

Should they tax health spending?

If one gets sick, his taxes go up.

Hmmm.

I’ll leave it to my gentle readers to consider the details — what’s consumption, what’s saving, and what’s neither? Just to say: I can’t quite see how this family would do their taxes without a complete balance-sheet accounting every year, or some quite complicated rules for 1040 filing that result in essentially the same thing.

The rather childishly simplistic “just tally your income and subtract your saving” isn’t so simple when you think about the actual details.

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Why a Consumption Tax may not make any sense at all The tuition line raises a particularly vexing question, and brings us back to the second question: what economic effects would we see from a consumption tax, under various accounting and taxation rules? Clearly, if you tax tuition, you discourage education.

And consider more-prosperous families paying for private school.

Are those families “consuming” more education than public-school families? Those households would be especially hard hit if tuition counts as taxable consumption — as would those private schools. Is that A Good Thing?

Much more broadly, though, the notion that saving is good and consumption is bad rests on some completely incoherent economic notions. For individual households and firms, sure: saving is prudential, and savings funds (at least some of) their investment. But that’s simply not true collectively.

Individual saving, spending less than your income, has no effect on our collective wealth,that mythical stock of “loanable funds”. It just means you’re holding the assets in your account instead of somebody else holding them (if you spend instead of saving).

Bottom of Form So the theory of collectively virtuous household-saving-fundinginvestment doesn’t make sense.

And the empirics over many decades bear that out: higher saving rates have pretty much nothing to do with investment rates.

When you tax consumption, you discourage consumption, including some forms of so-called “consumption” —tuition, home maintenance, health maintenance — that arguably should be tallied as investment, at least in part. (In the national accounts, they aren’t, at all; they’re all consumption.)

And that raises a key question that cuts to the crux of economic thinking: why do producers produce stuff ?

Any entrepreneur will give you a simple answer: they produce stuff because people are buying it, and consuming it (either immediately or over time). So taxing hence discouraging consumption discourages production — of both shortterm consumption and long-term investment goods. A consumption tax, compared to, say, a wealth tax or a land-value tax, is a direct assault on GDP and GDP growth.

Is that what Right economists had in mind?

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Mbanefo: Hospitality sector soars agribusiness in Nigeria, others Ebere Chibuzor The Sally Mbanefo Foundation, a non-governmental organisation, NGO, says it has observed that the growing hospitality sector in Nigeria and other parts of the world has created increased demand in agriculture and agriculture value chain.

The Foundation therefore, suggested that the sector, which employs a greater percentage of Nigerians should focus more on the rural areas where the bulk of the country’s about 180 million people live the movement.

Speaking during the 6th Agrikexpo & NABG Conference 2017 at the International Conference Centre, Abuja, recently, Founder, Sally Mbanefo Foundation, pointed out that her organization has encouraged the government and the financial institutions in the country to give farmers access to micro credits with affordable interest rate.

Former Director-General, Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC), Mrs. Sally Uwechue-Mbanefo also then encouraged the Nigerian youth to have passion, integrity, imbibe a culture of discipline, hard work, determination, perseverance and delayed gratification, to enable them succeed in life, giving the Group Chief Executive Officer of Dangote as an example.

Former NTDC boss, has emphasized the need for Nigeria to go back into agriculture, saying, “We need a green revolution for Nigeria to move forward.”

Mbanefo, who described agriculture as “going back to basics,” said this in her remarks and unveiling of the Agrillonaire – YouthOriented Agricbusiness quarterly, at the opening ceremony of the sixth edition of Agrikexpo and NABG Conference 2017, recently, at the International Conference Centre, Abuja.

She recalled that before the oil boom, agriculture was the fourth largest economy in the developing world, including Nigeria; and major exporters of cash crops, cocoa, palm oil and groundnuts, among

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others.

She said: “Our soil has been raped; and oil is a curse to our dear nation!

We extract oil from the s-oil; but do we add value to the soil by cultivating and reviving its dignity? Our decline began with oil boom.

“Over two third of the Nigeria’s population are youth. Nigeria is known as Africa’s giant, economically and demographically with the highest population over 170 million people. But this giant is hungry.

“We complain about devaluation and crash in oil; yet, every devaluation brings opportunities. Opportunities are abound in Nigeria. Please, dear youth, do not waste these opportunities. Take responsibility for Nigeria’s greatness.

Start by helping to feed the nation. Be the generation that ends poverty in the

country.”

Mbanefo enjoined the government to encourage the youth, saying “48% of the labour force in Nigeria are youth (between the ages of 15 and 30); 17.53% of the Nigerian youth are not educated, while female youth are the least educated, yet the quality of the education is in question; 79% of the youth are not computer literate; while 4.3% of the youth studied Agriculture.”

While calling on the government and the private sector to create more jobs for the youth, Mbanefo noted that, “Unemployment affects the country – economically, socially and politically.

She added that, job creation is key to reducing unemployment because youth suffer the most.

“Youth employment programmes need to be sus-

tainable and have a long term action plans, taking into account, talent and vocation to build passion, ”

she said.

She said that many youths are discouraged to explore agriculture due to lack of access to land; and only a very few of them inherited land; poor mobility and proximity of the lands to the market; lack of access to technology and finance, and slow mechanization.

Mbanefo, while making references to a recent survey, which showed that agriculture is the largest employer of labour in Nigeria, described good access to agriculture market as key to encouraging more people, especially the youth, into farming, while encouraging farmers to diversify, saying: “Seasonal crop production discourage many farmers, especially the youth. During the low season for crops, try livestock, poultry and fish farming.”

She disclosed that her NGO is partnering with the Nigeria Agribusiness Group (NABG), while calling for investment in human capital.

She noted that, “My foundation has been working with the youth since 2007; and is ready to partner organisations to further encourage the youth and empower them.”

Discussing the ways to encourage more p articipation in agriculture, especially the youth, Mbanefo said technology becomes key here, “to drive storage, processing and packaging.

However, the President, Nigeria Agribusiness Group (NABG), Alhaji Sani Dangote, earlier in his opening address described the conference as an opportunity for farmers and stakeholders in the Nigerian Agricultural industry to compare note, to propel agriculture growth in Nigeria and Africa, by encourage youth and women to get more actively involved in Agriculture.

Dangote, who described agriculture as wealth sustainable sector commended the participation of youths and private organisations in Agriculture in Nigeria.

Director-General of the Federal Institute of Industrial Research (FIRO), Prof (Mrs) Gloria Elemo, ably represented by Dr. (Mrs.) Bolanle Oyedoyin, called for pro-active attention for Agriculture in Nigeria.

This, according to her, will grow the economy of the nation The former NTDC DG promised Nigerians that one area she would dwell so much on, is in the areas of domestic tourism.

She said, “It is therefore, expected that agritourism, which is obviously, a key part of domestic tourism would get the required attention following the government’s focus on that area. But despite all the campaigns and efforts, agritourism has remained in the background in the Nigerian tourism industry.”

Founder, Sally Mbanefo Foundation and former Director-General of the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC), Mrs. Sally Uwechue-Mbanefo, flanked by the President, Nigeria Agribusiness Group (NABG), Alhaji Sani Dangote (left) and the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Incentive Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending PLC (NIRSAL), Mr Aliyu Abdulhamed during the 6th Agrikexpo & NABG Conference 2017 with the theme: Harnessing Nigeria’s Agricultural Potential for Food Security, Youth Development, Nutrition and Wealth Creation, on Monday, at the International Conference Centre, Abuja, recently.

Property B7 Stories by Babajide Okeowo In a bid at bridging the huge housing deficit in the country, Lagos State Government, Nigeria Mortgage Refinance Company (NMRC) and a consortium of developers have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU to build and deliver 20,000 housing units in Lagos.

This is in line with the Lagos Affordable Public Housing (L.A.P.H.) initiative of the Governor Akinwunmi Ambode-led administration, geared towards building 20,000 housing units through a joint venture initiative (JVI).

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Lagos, NMRC, others partner to deliver 20,000 housing units istry of Housing Secretariat, Alausa, Lagos, the Commissioner for Housing, Mr. Gbolahan Lawal, said that the ministry and the developers had initiated an arrangement with Primary Mortgage Institutions (PMI) and NMRC to facilitate the creation of mortgages for subscribers to the housing units under the LAPH initiative.

In his words, “The state government is a subscriber to NMRC by virtue of the registration of our Lagos Building Investment Corporation (LBIC) with the company and is therefore qualified to benefit from the mortgage loan refinancing roles of NMRC. The refinancing agreement will assist the supply side as well as the demand side of

the value chain as it will set in motion a revolving pool of funds for mortgage origination which will assist developers and provide them access to construction finance and help scale up housing delivery,” he said.

Gbolahan added that the LAPH homeownership initiative and the collaboration were an opportunity for the

state and its residents to leverage the benefits under NMRC. Lawal said the refinancing agreement would also avail citizens of the affordability and accessibility the NMRC provides through the refinancing of long-term mortgages, thereby unlocking its multiplier effects on the state’s strong economy, including jobs and wealth creation.

How to detect and correct errors in property title documents Before you buy any property, it is essential you do due diligence. The reasons are not farfetched.

If there are errors in your property title documents, you run a risk of being tagged a fraudster or having issues with authorities for that. It is therefore expedient for every property owner to do second checks on their documents.

In this piece, you will get to know how to detect and correct errors in your property title documents especially on your survey It is usually a huge challenge correcting property title documents. There have been instances where surveyors make mistake on title documents and these mistakes go undetected which can spell doom to the buyer of such property.

In real estate, information is key, else you may be running into the wrong hands. Land or property title verification is a vital part of any land transaction.

When it comes to legal investigations for that piece of real estate, there are so many things to cross-reference, more reason you must be patient and take as much time as you want to do your due diligence Remember, it is your hard-earned money that is at stake and not the owner of the property’s money.

Considering the sensitivity and complexity of real estate transactions, going into land or real estate transactions without involving professionals will be suicidal.

Invariably, before investing in Land know the title

and investigate the title; make sure there are no errors in your title documents to avoid sorry tales; or what you may want to call “stories that touch” In fact, involving a Lawyer and a Surveyor in your document investigation is non-negotiable. These professionals are important to your real estate transaction.

The lawyer is the only one that can draw up your contract papers legally.

Any other landed document drawn up by any other person is null and void and you would not be allowed to process your papers at the Land Registry.

Knowing, investigating and perfecting TITLE is the most important aspect of your real estate transaction.

There’s really no land verification you will be doing without verifying the authenticity of the documents used for the transaction which can range from receipts of thetransaction, survey plan, deed of assignment, layout plan, power of attorney to thecertificate of occupancy.

If there happens to be a flaw in one or more of the aforementioned documents, it could spell doom to the entire real estate transaction.

Title documents are the key to ownership of that property but let me shock you; there are a lot of property documents with errors. Most of these documents are being carried around without the owner being aware of the errors on them.

To be continued

Firm entices customers with new estate ÏRƇƇƆƏ ƍƍ ƏƐƑ ƈƐƈƆ Ɛ GƆƊƊƈ 0ƏƆƆ jƏ ƗƆ Buildcon Global Services Limited, a firstclass real estate company, has commenced its new project, the Pracht Court located in Ajah, Lagos. The company is also giving opportunities to subscribers to own landed property in the Lekki Free Trade Zone (LFTZ), the fast-growing business hub of Lagos State.

Pracht Court, located in a serene environment, offers top-notch luxury, comfort, maximum security, and affordability.

The estate consists of four-bedroom terrace (smart) houses, which incorporate advanced automation systems to provide residents with sophisticated monitoring and control over the building’s functions. It is being constructed by highly-skilled architects and engineers with vast knowledge in critical innovations required in a dream home.

The Chief Executive Of-

ficer of Buildcon Global Services Limited, Mrs. Bukunola Gadzama explained that the success recorded at the company’s Pracht Gardens Estate, located in Ikota, Lagos, motivated the company to embark on Pracht Court.

According to her, a fourbedroom terrace home is worth N50 million with a 30 percent initial deposit and balance payable spread over two years.

The unique features of the estate include home automation system, central water system and treatment plant, 24 hours world-class security, a swimming pool, a clubhouse, a table tennis court, beautiful landscape and underground electricity.

As part of the exclusive benefits, subscribers are allowed to determine the progress and internal finishing of their homes and use of internal spacing.

They are also entitled to six months liability period

with Buildcon responsible for all repairs.

As a bonus, Gadzama said Buildcon is also offering opportunities for people to own parcels of land at the LFTZ. A plot of land measuring 648 square

meters in the area sells for N2.5million, outright purchase, and N3million for payment plan where a subscriber is required to make 30 percent initial deposit with completion within the period, she added.

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People thought I was crazy when I set out to fly solo around the world –Ademilola Odujinrin L P

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Meet Ademilola Odujinrin: The first African pilot to fly solo

On embarking on such a solo trip, what was the pass through? response of your family members especially your wife?

In all these, which particular terrains were you scared of react to it. But over time I think, it dawned on her that the most? this guy is never going to give up; but then it was too I was most scared about Hawaii to California. Why because late because, I think she had fallen in love so much the airplane was outside every single operational limit. So the with me that she had no other choice than to support airplane was overweight, the airplane was right bang on the me. no moon, there were no stars, there was no light and it was for How then did your parents take the decision?

Do you know it is so funny? My Dad is very relaxed So why did you have to take the risk of going so late in the night? kill yourself. But by the time I made her realize that this doing is, eliminating the worst of the scenarios. So what I did those guys work to protect us, right. They obviously put their o f different. So we all have to give our own part of our share for our communities and our country.

Congratulations on the successful accomplishment of your goal?

Thank you very much.

Do you accept that we sometimes think differently in life?

now that you are back? now. We have changed in narrative. This is, for me, I get sick

Do you also accept that there are always differences in opinions that various opinions and way of thinking is actually different?

If you have a dream and you see it clearly in your eyes and your mind, you can never explain that dream to anybody else as clear as you saw it right? So because something is crazy to you, would not always be crazy to somebody else. If a lot of things were crazy to the guys that made mobile phones, we frame, the mindset that as Africans we need to start channeling that, you know we are all not going to be the same. Assist

looked crazy to a lot of people. But it was like a vision that I had.

So I should not be penalized rather I should be supported in trying to realize that vision. If I was in the US, that vision would

Have you actually set out to be an aviator and where do you derive the motivation from?

Yes. From the age of seven and ten, I have always and you know, it was like, I loved it and when I used to play aerodynamics and all.

because then I was about nine years old and I could remember that I sat comfortably at the cockpit.

In the cause of your trip, how many continents did you

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Interview L3

At 7, I have always wanted to fly a plane –Ademilola Odujinrin are very slim, the chances of the things going wrong in the last three hours of the light are very off. So I wanted to be in day light if anything was going to go wrong so I could call for help and you know if I took off at 7 a.m. and I was going to land at 11p.m. in my destination, If I had problems at 8

meal (laughs‌) and a full bottle of water.

factors.

tracking my every single move and I had a satellite phone I was constantly talking to my wife.

Extremely excited. More so when I heard that more people have actually gone to space than more people that think the bigger feeling now is, how I can impact a lot of

? seriously, the prayers worked. nation becomes bigger when we show support. It is proven I think it worked. I saw one or two things and I know it

I was never bored at any point in time.

take a little airplane of this size, this airplane weighs half the size of your normal jeep. Your four by four car, it weighs

constantly, making sure everything is working up okay.

plane. I almost lost control of the airplane. The musing region

I felt disappointed. I felt let down. It was a very low point.

However, I had another feeling that said, a lot of people that because I wanted them to see that. If you had supported me, I

embark on this like this. The mobile phones we have today are as a result of people exploring. This is like an exploration.

I got two lovely kids. Leona and Prince.

Hundred percent. My son, when he was age three and half years old, said to me he wanted to go to the moon.

amount. and more people there are many more things like this which

outer space so‌

Yes. Everything was done by me. many more people are out there, wanted to do great stuff but

Tolerant group, Transit limit and LGBT were there for me and am very much grateful to them. I must say a lot of money way above thousands of dollars.

Mission accomplished. Mission complete.

Well it is not about that, like I said the key thing right now, where I am.

making sure that we inspire and there is a legacy. I think hard. Stay determined. But the bigger thing I keep saying to the adults, the powers that they have to create is in this

into.

the purpose?

I think I would discuss some very urgent and immediate thing you must understand when I say people dreaming outside the country. The disparity in treatment which is a very disparity.

plane around the world. You have that dream of being the best medical student, they want to do a heart transplant, a kidney transplant, they want to do and it could be anything.

anything, in any discipline at all.

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Gbenga Elegbeleye and OAP Princess Adetoun in double celebration his political mystery Well connected Ondo high chief, Otunba Gbenga Elegbeleye is very much at home with the saying that it is better to quit when the ovation is loudest. He has been a witness to many of his peers sitting tight in positions and overstaying their welcome. Thus, with his assignment completed in swiftly stepped down while his name remains yet the favourite song on everyone lips It will be recalled that the former Director General of the National Sports C commissioner was given a task by the Ondo State Government to help save the situation of the state government team Sunshine Stars from relegation and in response to the call, Elegbeleye swooped in like an avenging spirit and at the end safe the state blush by making sure the Sunshine team escaped the dreaded relegation battle.

But now that he has stepped down there are rumour that the former Chairman House Committee on Sports is

Elegbeleye

putting the machinery in motion for another shot at the National Assembly where he represented Akoko East between 2007 and 2011. Some are even saying he is eyeing the post of governorship in Ekiti State which will be vacancy come 2018 when the tenure of the incumbent Ayodele Fayose elapsed.

Between Jenifer Obayuwana and her loving father!

Adetoun

On air personality and society big gal Adetoun Folashade last week Sunday added another feather to her CV when she launched her wellpublicized album titled “Kapojukose” an indigenous CD that was mainly of Awori dialect The highly entertain event which was held at Awori house, Olugbani in Oregun Lagos was full of important personality who came in drove to felicitate with Adetoun who is a popular broadcaster with Bond FM Nigeria (Federal Radio Station).

Her colleagues in broadcasting profession were not left out as they came

in droves to celebrate with their own.

Yomi Mate (Ifakaleluya) who incidentally was the one that trained Adetoun led the likes of Sebitiu, Bobo Caro, Olaide Gold, and Adeola among others to the glamorous event that was anchored by the duo of Fatai Aregbe and Fatai Gafar. The occasion had Chief Dr. Buhari Oloto as chairman of the day while the hosts were Awori Obas and Olota in Council “ this is just too good to believe I mass to celebrate me the way they Adetoun gushed.

MediaReach OMD releases latest edition of mediafacts book

Jenifer

In Jenifer Obayuwana Polo Avenue boss, John Obayuwana has a beloved daughter in whom he is well pleased.

Like a beautiful symphony of pipes and ny. Their relationship is like the coming together of a profound lyrics and a music that would thrive for ages So deep is the love John harbors for his daughter that ensuring her happiness has become a life mission. He dotes on her and trusts her, so much that the he made her the director of Polo, an action tantamount to given her

the keys to his business kingdom But what the proud father has not been able to give her yet is perhaps the one thing Jenifer craves the most, emotional love. In spite of her links with several high men with means and daddy looks, Jenifer remains yet a spinster an oddity in the sea of socialites who have drunk of the intoxicating wine of marriage at least once nally walk down the aisle with her latest beau, Peter Saleh but that relationship seems to have died a quiet natural death.

MediaReach OMD, the leading media agency in West Africa, has unveiled the latest edition of mediafacts book which it has been publishing annually since 2001. Over those years, the book has become reputable as the prime reference on media information in West and Central Africa, renowned as easily accessible and useful to all.

Like the previous edition, the book focuses on providing in-depth media overview, covering media consumption, ranking of broadcast stations and publications, media investment trends, top categories and advertisers, as well as demographic understanding of consumers. It also offers vital information and statistics about markets in terms of key facts and economic indicators, among other attributes.

The latest edition of mediafacts book, undoubtedly a key resource for marketing professionals in West and Central Africa, covers Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, Benin Republic, public of the Congo, Gabon, Mali, Niger, Senegal, Togo, and The Gambia.

Other countries covered include Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Equatorial Guinea, Rwanda, Chad Republic, Mauritania, Congo Brazzaville, Central African Republic and Cape Verde.

Analysts agreed that mediaReach OMD has continued to be a thought leader and pioneer of various initiatives at the industry level, including

syndicated and proprietary researches. Last year, mediaReach OMD published a 10-year trends report to commemorate over a decade of mediafacts book.

The organisation has presence in Nigeria, Ghana and Cameroon. It started its operation in Nigeria 18 years ago, and has been consistentsearch Company Evaluating the Media Agency Industry (RECMA).

In February 2017, OMD Worldwide was awarded the “Most Creative and Innovative Network of the Year” for the 11th consecutive time by the Gunn Report for Media, which is the industry standard for evaluating media creativity, innovation and effectiveness.

Early in March this year, mediaReach OMD ranked No. 35 as the only media agency in Jobberman Best 100 companies to work for in Nigeria, which was measured across various parameters including job satisfaction, career growth prospects, work-life balance, staff welfare, equal opportunity policy and company culture.

Later that same month, the company was won the Young Lions Media – Nigeria Competition and Young Pro Media - West Africa Championship. With these wins, mediaReach OMD will represent Nigeria at Cannes in June 2018 for the Cannes Young Lions Media – Global Competition. Its appearance will be the eighth time at the Cannes since 2008.

Daily Times Nigeria

Friday, October 27, 2017

Ajibade Alabi

When Adewale Ayuba thrills guests at Isanbi day 40th-year celebration

Society Gist L5

Samuel Olanrewaju Tope and Success Asibor to lighten up Opalapatira day

and his band members

Olanrewaju Tope aka Ola Samuel and Success

celebration

years old Political Scisity OF Lagos, Tomiwa Oladunjoye won the Miss

Adewale Ayuba

For socialites and personalities who stormed she walked home with a brand new car for the in Ogun state last weekmember the day for many was ready for the contest years to come sue Fuji king, Adewale Ayuba thrilled the indi-

Blood Entertainment set for Like Buhari, major release

should come and celebrate with me as we dance

Chimanama Rushworth-Moore golden heart for African child For Chimanama Rushworth-Moore, the plight on the condition of education in the grassroots is worth checking and through for

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music

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online platforms, radio -

the major release of Like frontline act, King Oog-

derground promo for some time now in order to ers and stakeholders and

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now time to push it masThe target is for it to become a worldwide hit and to that extent, a major release on all major

duced by Shocker whose roster of artists includes 9ice, small DOCTOR and

illiteracy

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organisation is calling on both the Federal

the importance of grassroots education for children generally

touring states Kwara,

gender

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Nasarawa and FCT in the

She said through the NGO, we seek to

that which some primary schools and pupils were found can only be

that we also challenge the

heart-breaking and totally unhumanitarian which left her asking the

to monitor the authorities who are responsible for the disbursement of fund

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C h i m a n a m a Rushworth-Moore disclosed that after

about eight that includes Lagos, Cross

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as Remi Surutu who added that the need be educated should be

in her own quota further acting skills and social Others panellist include Healthcare professional and marketing specialist

child of breaklayer not right, get your politics pepper seller not a child?

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Photos: 2baba, Tiwa savage, Flavour create the Lagos Dream

Jeff

The Convention centre, Eko Hotel and Suites Victoria Island was the place to be yesterday with amazing performances by 2Baba, Tiwa Savage, and Flavour who brought the Lagos Dream illusion to Buckwyld

Jeff Akoh makes big debut with Lokoja album Ex-winner of Project Fame West Africa, Jeff Akoh stakes a claim as with the release of his first body of work entitled Lokoja.

Lokoja, a 16 track album, is officially released internationally across all digital stores today, Friday, Octogift.

The album is the creative brainchild of Nigerian entertainment powerhouse, Temple Management Company (TMC) through its music subsidiary, Temple Music (TMPL) and foremost American showbiz company, Roc Nation.

Jeff Akoh dazzled judges with his amazing voice and showmanship in 2015 to emerge as the best singer in West Africa. He is the youngest to win the popular music reality show, Project Fame West Africa. Arising from his triumph, the Kogi State-born singer has been tipped to leave a big mark on the music scene.

Ahead of the album, there has been anticipation among lovers of good -

lease two hot tunes, Shokolokobangoshe and Gbadun (Your Lovin). The new tunes have been getting generous airplay across Nigeria. terity is matched with experience of household names in music production including Cobhams Asuquo and TY Mix. The talented Temple Music singer also worked with UK-based group, Team Salut, Oscar and Benie Macaulay. through as he experiments with several exciting music genres like R&B, Reggae, Pop, Afropop, Afrobeats and House.

The singer reveals, “For me, Lokoja has been a rewarding journey coming from Project Fame West Africa. I must recognize Ultima Limited for laying the foundation. The title says it all. Lokoja is a confluence where several rivers meet. Likewise, my album is the product of different influences that music lovers will apfor it.”

Dream. The concert also had great performances by, Efya, Timaya, Paul Okoye, Mr 2kay, Dj Jimmy Jatt, and Kelly Hansome.

Hosted by Andre Blaze, the concert was packed with attendance ranging from some of the most revered socialites, A list celebrities and personalities

such as Senator Ita Giwa, Mai Atafo, Annie Idibia , KCee, Baba Dee, Orezi, Mr Ibu, Waje, Ubi Franklin, Brand Executives and a host of others.

The red carpet showcased the hall of fame from Music Icons Fela Kuti,, Onyeka Onwenu,, Oliver de Coque, to Legendary Christie Essien Igbokwe, to Political Maverick Fela Anikulapo Kuti, to Griot musician Alh Mamman Shata.

One of the highlights of the events was the spiritual 2baba dominating the stage literarily with his breathtaking vocals and mind-blowing

performance that moved the crowed to tears. Flavour took his performance to a whole new level with an amazing intro with Tiwa savage and a masquerade to take it up a notch.

Tiwa Savage thrilled the audience with her unequivocal fashion and energetic performance of some of her A list songs including Malo, All over, Keys to the city, Wanted and many more with a major dance off with the Queen of dance Kaffy and her Son.

Dream.

Singer Sefiya Da Diva announces ‘Antidote EP’, releases artwork Emerging RnB & afro-pop sensation SeWednesday, October 25, 2017.

The singer made the announcement on social media with a heartfelt caption that

to describe the joy my heart abounds.

I want to say a big thank you to my fans you all I put this beautiful piece together - I dedicate it to you all. The EP will be out on the 25th of October. Prepare to be stunned!” from highly sought-after singer-songwriter Mr2kay on a debut body of work since her emergence in 2013 and her third released material in - of work which she has dedicated ample time to create lay, Dams and a handful of others.

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Friday, October 27, 2017

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Ogbonna Olivia

Movie Review

The Boss Baby: Discover how amazing, wonderful, and extremely great this baby could be Director: Tom McGrath Writers: Michael McCullers, Marla Frazee Written by Nick Riganas Release Date: 31 March 2017 Runtime: 97min

house for a meeting (under the guise of a play date by the parents) to do something about how puppies are receiving more love than babies. The Boss Baby and the other infants catch Tim with the recording, and the tape is terminated after the Boss Baby

With no evidence to support him, Tim is grounded by his parents for his actions.

The boss baby is an amazing, funny, cool cartoon The Boss Baby apologizes to Tim and has him for not just kids but everybody. The Cartoon which Corp, a place where infants with adult-like minds work to preserve infant love everywhere. The Boss boss baby), Mike Bakshi (Tim the elder brother of Baby explains that he was sent to see why puppies the Boss Baby), Tobey Maguire, Conrad Vernon, Edie Mirman, Eric Bell Jnr, David Soren.

Co., which is unleashing a new puppy on the day tells a story about his 7-year-old self (Miles Bakshi) that employees take their children to work. The Boss Baby stays intelligent by drinking a “Secret Baby Formula” that enables a baby to act like an adult. when an infant wearing a business suit shows up However, if a baby does not drink it after a period of in a taxi at his house, and Ted and Janice call him time, he or she becomes a regular baby. When they the baby receives, not to mention suspicious when not bringing in information, thereby stranding him at the infant acts odd around him.

Soon, Tim learns that the baby can talk like an to keep that from happening. The cartoon really is a mind blowing one, Full of action, and always make as “The Boss”. Seeing an opportunity to be rid of you want it the more. The movie gets a 9/10 rating. him, Tim decides to record a conversation between Ogbonna Olivia

Music Review

Olamide Ft. Davido ‘Summer Body’: Did Davido just take a shot on Wizkid?

In a bid to keep up with the good momentum after recording huge success already from his previously released Hit singles respectively, Olamide Baddo breaks the ice to kill the curiosity of his lovely fans as he makes a huge return with yet another beautiful Hit this summer lending moment “Davido” and the jam is dubbed SUMMER BODY. The unmatched combination of Baddo and take you away and beyond as both acts gave a 100 to make it a total shutdown. Summer body was recorded and shot in Miami Florida, the video

With the song being an Ok song, we can but notice the path Davido said: “with Yankee passport Wizkid? To me the song should have been titled of the song till the end was pamuregeji although July 4, 2017 already has 1,340,156 views and it lasted for 3minutes 16seconds. any different from their previous collaborations. than the music because I get tired listening to it the way he took his path by singing with his voice

house of shoot, who has worked with an endless

the collaboration, the video, the directing was really great, to me the video is an 8/10.

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Yelling at your teen may be more harmful than you think

For many parent yelling at their adolescent child is a normal event. Although most parent who yell at their teen would not dream of physically harming their teen-shouting or cursing or using insult may be detrimental to the long term wellbeing of the adolescence. Researchers found out that adolescents who had experienced harsh verbal discipline suffered from increased levels of depressive symptoms, and were more likely to demonstrate behavioral problems such as vandalism or antisocial and aggressive behavior.

“Parental warmth”—i.e., the degree of love, emotional support, and affection between parents and adolescents— did not lessen the effects of the verbal discipline. The sense that parents are yelling at the child “out of love,” or “for their does the strength of the parent-child bond .Even lapsing only occasionally into the use of harsh verbal discipline, can still be harmful.

When parents aggressively yell at their teenagers, the teens feel rejected and that their parents dislike them.

When parents act hostilely towards their children, the teens tend to become angrier, more irritable and more belligerent.

Rather than feeling nurtured, the teen frequently becomes suspicious of his or her angry parents and feels the need to defend him- or herself. This often leads to bad behavior. means better communication.

When parents practice healthy self-regulation, it helps kids learn how to selfregulate themselves.

Kids feel safer: The best style of parenting features “a and teens may act like they want control, what really makes

Upping the ante, losing the message: Yelling often fails to get the point across because emotions can overcome the message. They will also likely escalate the situation and

Heard it all before: If parents yell all the time, “kids may feel that if they are wrong all you do is yell at them, it makes them even worse.

Hard on self-esteem: We know that yelling and harsh parenting are associated with lower self-esteem for kids, and can affect their performance in school. Kids who are the object of verbal aggression are at risk for aggressive or disruptive behavior, when parents yell too much the child and can only criticize.

When yelling is the chronic mode of communication, both children and parents are missing out on the chance to form positive, affectionate bonds. And for kids predisposed to anxiety and depression, internalizing these negative interactions may be the tipping point.

Meanwhile, blowouts can leave parents feeling guilty, frustrated and demoralized. Adults who express anger in negative ways increase their chronic stress, which contributes to health problems.

Addressing inappropriate behavior calmly enables about his behavior, and following through with effective consequences.

calmer, you can help your children learn to regulate better.

Below are tips parents can use: Pinpoint the recurring problems that frequently set you and your kids off. If getting out the door for school in the morning is a chronic issue, solutions might include laying out their clothes and showering the night before, or everyone waking up a bit earlier. Try to break it down into steps you can tackle calmly.

All the parents interviewed for this article had one key piece of advice: Take a break and breathe. control so you can step away from the situation.

Actively ignoring problem behaviors is another strategy that helps stop parents from yelling. If you disengage from the situation until you regain your be done when a child is being aggressive or destructive.)

Instead, by responding positively to only desire behavior, want. Plus, by allowing kids to practice “slowing their engines down” on their own, without parental prompts,

Along with ignoring comes learning to loosen up. “If the snack ends

With younger kids, it helps to create a set routine with simple, one-step directions that could include visual aids, not to mention plenty of labeled praise and rewards.

Do what you have to do to make it easier on yourself.

Being aware of the context of the behavior allows for calmer responses. If we recognize when a child is cranky because he missed his snack or is overtired, it can be easier to temper our own frayed feelings.

down and need to call in reinforcements. Blogs, support groups, other parents and clinicians can all help by

since this can help them become more patient. You can become calmer, she says, when you “accept kids as they are, love them as they are, and recognize that half the problem is how you react.”

Trying to do too much causes stress. Parents trying to multi-task increases the risk of kids

Long adds that it also helps to have a safety net of friends and relatives for those extremely

Depending on the age and developmental level of the child, parents may, after things have calmed down, model for their kids how to

And then we have a brief conversation about the situation.”