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Thursday, September 21, 2023

Taiwo Oludotun: Impacting Lives with Philanthropic Gestures

Taiwo Oludotun: Impacting Lives with Philanthropic Gestures

 

Taiwo Oludotun: Impacting Lives with Philanthropic Gestures

A search on Google, Wikipedia or, even the Encyclopaedia Britannica, if you want do an advanced search will tell you that philanthropy “derives from the ancient Greek phrase ‘phylantropia,’ meaning ‘to love people’.

Today, the concept of philanthropy includes the act of voluntary giving by individuals or groups to promote the common good. Sometimes, certain levels of giving is referred to as charity and there is a good number of people everywhere that give a lot of charity to a huge of people around them.

A recent study concluded that Microsoft’s Bill Gates was number one on the list of the world’s top philanthropists with $27 billion in lifetime donations, followed by Warren Buffet with $21 billion, George Soros at $8 billion, Azim Premji, the Indian-American of Wipro, $8 billion down to Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg.

In Nigeria, Wealth writers agree that Aliko Dangote. Rochas Okorocha, Tony Elumelu, Jim Ovia, Theophilus Danjuma, Emeka Ofor and Oba Otudeko in this particular order are among top philanthropists in Nigeria. How much each of the above Nigerian free givers has given out over time is, however, not known or documented.

Yet, there are hundreds more Nigerian philanthropists that remain anonymous and will never reveal the extent of their giving to several causes and charities. For instance, Engineer Taiwo Oludotun who is so passionate about his people and their development has poured millions of naira into his community’s development, to the point that his community in Abeokuta North Local Government in Ogun central district of the Gateway state has witnessed a huge transformation from a totally inconsequential community to a giant, well-developed town. 

Recently, he taught it expedient to give the primary 1—6 pupils free holiday coaching to improve their knowledge and understanding of what they will eventually be taught in school whenever they resume back to their various schools of study.

The free holiday coaching to the pupils will prepared them towards their school curriculum and fasten their knowledge in their various departments.

This level of philanthropy is totally unknown not only in this part of the world but even worldwide. For a man or woman to take up the facilitation of infrastructure – roads, bridges, primary and secondary schools, churches of different denominations for his own people is probably the height of giving.

This has not included the number of people he has rekindled their hope in futhering their studies through scholarship scheme, Notable also is the fact that many of those that have benefited from his largesse are not necessarily his relations.

If you witness how he bring relief to people in need you will begin to ask yourself, is this man a Nigerian? Due to his golden heart of giving back to the society. 

Engineer Taiwo Oludotun's huge charitable giving is extraordinary and certainly dwarfs that of other philanthropists in this part of the world. His philanthropy gesture has earned him hundreds of awards from groups, associations in a way of encouragement to do more. 

“I never contemplated this idea of politics when I began caring for my peoples’ welfare, but I was just interested in developing the place and by extension, the whole Ogun state populace and Nigeria ultimately”, Some of my friends and associate do ask me question about venturing into murky water of politics in Nigeria “ Up till this moment, many of my friends always wondered why I am venturing into the murky waters of Nigerian politics, but I believe that if good people abstain from the affairs of the land, there will be no future for our children, particularly the unborn who could be left with no meaningful future in the years ahead.” he said.

Engineer Taiwo Oludotun feels that he cannot sit idly by when his people are enveloped in misery and severe poverty while God has made the kind of provisions he gave him. He said that he cannot wallow in wealth while the bulk of his people are wallowing in poverty, adding, “For God has given me more than I need for my immediate and extended family members and it was only fair that I distributed the huge extras for the welfare of my people.”

In the nearest future, if mandate is given to Engineer Taiwo Oludotun, he will boost his philanthropy gesture through increase in welfare projects that will ease people of his community and beyond. 

His recent representation as commissioner for rural development has further widen his idea in the area of development in each and every area of Ogun state. Also, he served meritoriously as the honorable commissioner of forestry where he made sure our reserve is protected and aforestation of trees are implemented to avoid future dangers. 

– Solanke Ayomideji Taiwo writes from Abeokuta, Ogun state.

Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Restore Edo Initiative Announces Awareness-creating Platform

Restore Edo Initiative Announces Awareness-creating Platform

 

Restore Edo Initiative Announces Awareness-creating Platform


Restore Edo Initiative has unveiled a platform to consistently showcase the potential of Edo State.

The Initiative, in a statement issued on Friday, announced that the platform was dedicated to "creating awareness about the vast economic potential of Edo State."

It said that it was focusing on fostering development and growth, even as it called on stakeholders at home and abroad to "tap into the abundant resources that Edo offers, in order to build the Edo of our forefathers' dreams."

Restore Edo Initiative Announces Awareness-creating Platform

The Iniative said it held a strong opinion that "Edo's underdeveloped state is founded in the actions and inactions of its elected leaders."

The Initiative further stated: "As a cardinal function of the project, we intend to investigate, analyze and evaluate the performances of past Edo leaders.

"This, we believe strongly, can reposition the minds of Edo citizens to choose their leaders more carefully and dedicatedly in the interest of restoring Edo to its deserved status among her peers."

Restore Edo Initiative Announces Awareness-creating Platform

According to the Initiative, "Edo State, located in the heart of Nigeria, is a vibrant region with a rich cultural heritage and a history that dates back centuries. 

"Boasting a diverse economy, Edo holds tremendous potential in various sectors, including agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, and technology."

The release explained the mission of the Initiative.

Read it: "RESTORE EDO INITIATIVE aims to highlight these sectors and present opportunities for collaboration and investment that will spur sustainable development and create a prosperous future for the state.

Restore Edo Initiative Announces Awareness-creating Platform

"The driving force behind the initiative is the deep-rooted belief that by harnessing the untapped resources and engaging stakeholders, Edo State can regain its rightful place as a leading economic hub in Nigeria and the international community. 

"By leveraging its strategic location, skilled workforce, and existing infrastructure, Edo has the potential to attract both local and foreign investors, leading to job creation, increased revenue, and improved living standards for its people.

Restore Edo Initiative Announces Awareness-creating Platform

"The platform will equally serve as a tool for accountability of Edo chosen leaders by engaging and constantly giving constructive criticism of their performance in office while also devising means of inclusiveness and active participation of Edo's well-meaning citizens. 

"The EDO RESTORATION PROJECT will serve as an interface between the Government and the people, bridging the deepening canyon that has eroded the positive development of the state.

"As an essential component of the RESTORE EDO INITIATIVE, we are launching a comprehensive awareness campaign to showcase the economic opportunities that abound in Edo State. 

"Through various channels, including digital platforms, media collaborations, and targeted outreach programmes, we aim to educate and inspire stakeholders about the potential benefits of investing in Edo. The message is clear: The Edo you need is coming.

"The RESTORE EDO INITIATIVE welcomes all stakeholders, including investors, businesses, entrepreneurs, government agencies, and individuals, to join hands in realizing the economic dream for Edo State. 

"By working collaboratively, we can unlock the immense potential that lies within Edo and usher in a new era of prosperity, growth, and development.

"The time to act is now. Together, let us build the Edo State our forefathers dreamt of - a state that thrives economically, uplifts its people, and becomes a shining example of progress for Nigeria and the world."

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Nigeria's Coalition of Northern Groups Slams $7 Billion Petrol Subsidy Expenditure as Source of Corruption

Nigeria's Coalition of Northern Groups Slams $7 Billion Petrol Subsidy Expenditure as Source of Corruption

Nigeria's Coalition of Northern Groups Slams $7 Billion Petrol Subsidy Expenditure as Source of Corruption


The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has criticized the Nigerian government for spending $7 billion on petrol subsidies from January to September 2022, which has contributed to the country's economic downturn. The organization mentioned the $15.6 billion subsidization, which accounts for more than half of the federal government's budget for half a year, could have been used to fund numerous crucial public projects.

According to data presented by the CNG, the $15.6 billion petrol subsidy could have funded the $2 billion Siemens power deal, as well as $2.3 billion Lagos-Kano rail, $11 billion Lagos-Calabar rail, $3 billion Port-Hercourt-Maiduguri rail, $9 billion Wembley Stadiums, $3.8 billion AKk Gas Project, and $5.3 billion NLNG T7 Project.

The CNG emphasized that the subsidy's expenditures amounted to N580 billion in January 2023, which exceeds the combined yearly budget of the states of Anambra and Kaduna and the combined yearly budgets of the Ministries of Defense, Education, and Health. 

The CNG described the subsidy as a "source of corruption." This subsidy, according to the organization, has mainly benefited a few wealthy households at the expense of the majority.

Despite the calls to end or curtail the subsidy, previous Nigerian administrations have been unable to do so. The CNG urged the Nigerian government to use the savings to finance public works and suggested the need to reactivate the refineries and speed up the Kolmari Bauchi/Gombe states' exploration of new oil reserves.

CNG convened a one-day roundtable on June 6 in Kaduna, bringing together its 150 affiliates and other northern interest groups, to discuss Nigeria's state.

The CNG also urged the member of the Nigerian public not to be deceived by “the ruthless cartel that has been impoverishing the nation while pocketing the subsidy proceeds for their personal benefits and those of their immediate families.”

The organization highlighted the need for the Nigerian government to introduce social cushioning and protection measures before removing the subsidy. The group calls on the Tinubu administration to investigate the fuel market chain and deal with smuggling, hoarding, and subsidy fraud.

The CNG accused the Nigeria Labour Congress of betrayal and of acting in the interests of its members alone. The organization stated that Labor has repeatedly retreated from serious national issues, rendered the fight powerless, and consequently demands that the group make amends.

The CNG encouraged the public to be vigilant, calm, and focused while demanding protection of their collective rights to Nigeria's resources. The coalition reminded the citizens that the petroleum resources are a natural endowment and that all Nigerians are entitled to the benefits that accrue from it.

Monday, June 5, 2023

Niger Delta Groups Carpet Independent Marketers Over Pomp Price Increment, Urge FG To Review Petrol Price

Niger Delta Groups Carpet Independent Marketers Over Pomp Price Increment, Urge FG To Review Petrol Price

 

Niger Delta Groups Carpet Independent Marketers Over Pomp Price Increment, Urge FG To Review Petrol Price

Niger Delta Groups, including the Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC), South-South Movement for Good Governance (SMG), the Urhobo Progressive Vanguard (UPV), Niger Delta Women for Change (NDWC), Cross River Youth Democratic Front (CRYDF), and 13 other groups, have expressed deep concern over what they described as “the recurring pattern of deception orchestrated by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in matters of critical national importance.” 

In a joint statement issued by the leaders of the over 17 groups, they carpeted the independent oil marketers over immediate hiked in pump prices of petrol as soon as the subsidy removal was announced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu “in order to sabotage the sincere efforts of the government.” 

Those who signed the statement include Comrade Israel Uwejeyan, the National Coordinator of the Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC); Barr. Raymond Oporomo, the National President of South-South Movement for Good Governance; Comrade Efemena Esamagu, the President of Urhobo Progressive Vanguard; Mrs. Abigail Asibie, the National Coordinator of Niger Delta Women for Change; Comrade Julius Emaluji, the National President of the Cross River Youth Democratic Front, among others. 

The groups keenly observed that “on numerous occasions, the NLC has deceived the public by creating an illusion of safeguarding their welfare, only to betray their trust by engaging in backdoor negotiations with the government, ultimately disregarding the plight of the suffering masses.” 

Cautioning labour unions over their planned strike action against the removal of subsidy on petrol, the organisations said, “We emphatically caution the NLC that it can no longer deceive anyone after having stripped itself of credibility, public trust, and confidence. 

“We urges Nigerians to be vigilant and reject the NLC's attempts to drag them into a situation with uncertain outcomes it. We urge our compatriots not to fall for the gimmicks employed by the NLC, who seem to be taking advantage of the suffering of the masses for their selfish negotiations.

“The NLC must first and foremost provide a comprehensive explanation regarding its absence during the preparation, presentation, defense, and passage of the budget by the former President Muhammadu Buhari's government and the 9th National Assembly, which did not include provisions for subsidy. 

“It is disheartening to witness opportunistic actions being taken by the NLC only when it suits their agenda, rather than consistently advocating for the welfare of Nigerians”. 

The groups called on Nigerians to hold the “independent oil marketers accountable for the drastic deterioration of petroleum prices, we vehemently condemn these acts of extortion by the independent marketers who hiked pump prices as soon as the subsidy removal was announced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in order to sabotage the sincere efforts of the government. 

“This inhumane act of wickedness and greed demonstrates a lack of regard for the already burdensome living conditions faced by the Nigerian people.

“Moreover, we are not ignorant of the fact that the removal of fuel subsidies has placed an additional financial burden on the Nigerian populace, particularly the most vulnerable segments of society. 

“The sudden increase in fuel prices has had a ripple effect on the cost of transportation, food, and other essential commodities, further exacerbating the hardships faced by the people. 

“Therefore, we urge the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to critically review the fuel price template provided by the NNPCL. By reducing the fuel price template, the government will be lessening the financial burden on the masses”.

In addition to addressing the immediate concern of the fuel price template, the group called on President Bola Tinubu “to prioritize finding a lasting solution to the inherited issues plaguing the petroleum sector. One crucial aspect that demands urgent attention is the state of the existing refineries. 

“The continuous reliance on imported petroleum products has not only proven to be economically unsustainable but also undermines our national energy security.

“We implore President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to proffer a comprehensive and sustainable plan to revamp and rehabilitate the existing refineries within the coming months. 

“This measure will not only reduce our dependence on imported petroleum products but also create job opportunities, foster local content development, and ultimately contribute to the economic growth and development of our nation.

“We urge all stakeholders to work together to build a nation where the welfare of the people is paramount and where the actions of all stakeholders align with the collective goal of a prosperous Nigeria”, they concluded.

Thursday, June 1, 2023

Subsidy Removal: You Can't Fool Nigerians Again, CNG Tackles NLC

Subsidy Removal: You Can't Fool Nigerians Again, CNG Tackles NLC

 

Subsidy Removal: You Can't Fool Nigerians Again, CNG Tackles NLC

The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has kicked against what it described as the deceptive move of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) over the removal of fuel subsidy by the federal government. 

The spokesperson of the group, Abdul-Azeez Suleiman, in a statement issued Thursday, said it observed that on every occasion, the NLC would deceive the public into believing they are protecting their interests, only to betray the course and negotiate with the government at the expense of the suffering masses. 

It said the first instance was the NLC protests over the harsh economic policies of former President Muhammadu Buhari’s government in February 2017 which came to an abrupt end without achieving any results and no convincing explanation to the public. 

It said, “Then came the September 2018 strike, which was also terminated after the NLC met with government officials and compromised the effort with no effect. 

“The worst scenario was the October 2020 organised labour plan to shut down the entire economy in protest over the increase in the pump price of petrol and a hike in electricity tariff.” 

The group noted the strike was called off at the last minute after a meeting between government officials and labour leaders in Abuja. 

The group stressed that it took exception to the move by labour at that time, describing it as a huge trade-off and compromise in its strongly worded letter of October 6, 2021, to the former President of NLC, Ayuba Wabba, expressing disappointment in the labour leadership, for deliberately suspending an action meant to check the arbitrary hike in fuel prices by the Buhari administration. 

“Now that NLC wants to take the nation for granted once more, we demand that it should first of all explain its whereabouts at the time the budget was prepared, presented, defended by the government of the former president Muhammadu Buhari and passed by the 9th National Assembly without the provision for subsidy,” it said. 

According to Abdul Azeez,”We call on the new administration of President Bola Tinubu to handle this obviously dicey situation with utmost wisdom and compassion so that the innocent public is not made victim. 

“We call the attention of the Tinubu administration to be vigilant over the latent trap set for it with the subsidy issue by the outgone government aiming to set it on a collision course with the public early in the day. 

“We therefore advise government to deploy maximum wisdom, and caution to chart a workable means of dealing with the bad situation deliberately thrown on its laps in such a way that no one gets.

CBN Has Not Devalued The Naira - Official

CBN Has Not Devalued The Naira - Official

 

CBN Has Not Devalued The Naira - Official

Nigeria's apex bank, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has denied report that the naira has been devalued contrary to a news report on June 1, 2023, titled “CBN Devalues Naira To 630/$1”. 

In a statement signed by the Acting Director, Corporate Communications, Dr Isa AbdulMumin, the CBN described the report as replete with outright falsehoods.

The statement reads, “The attention of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been drawn to a news report by Daily Trust Newspaper of June 1, 2023, titled “CBN Devalues Naira To 630/$1”.

“We wish to state categorically that this news report, which in the imagination of the newspaper is exclusive, is replete with outright FALSEHOODS and destabilizing innuendos, reflecting potentially willful ignorance of the said medium as to the workings of the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market. 

“For the avoidance of doubt, the exchange rate at the Investors’ & Exporters’ (I&E) window traded this morning (June 1, 2023) at N465/US$1 and has been stable around this rate for a while.

“The public is hereby advised to ignore the news report by Daily Trust in its entirety, as it is speculative and calculated at causing panic in the market. 

“Media practitioners are advised to verify their facts from the Central Bank of Nigeria before publishing in order not to misinform the public”, the statement concluded.

Monday, May 22, 2023

Ohanaeze Youths Call for EFCC Chairman Abdulrasheed Bawa To Step Aside, Face Probe

Ohanaeze Youths Call for EFCC Chairman Abdulrasheed Bawa To Step Aside, Face Probe

 

Ohanaeze Youths Call for EFCC Chairman Abdulrasheed Bawa To Step Aside, Face Probe


The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide has demanded that the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Abdulrasheed Bawa, should “leave office and face investigations in accordance with the standard practice globally for officials who had been accused of gross misconduct to step aside while investigations were conducted to ascertain the veracity of the allegations the way his predecessor Ibrahim Magu did.” 

In a statement signed by the National President,

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council, Mazi Okwu Nnabuike, the apex Igbo youth group noted that “in the past couple of days, we in the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide have watched with dismay the drift currently going on at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.”

According to the group, "Needless to say that we are not so surprised owing to the fact that in the not so distant past, we had raised the alarm that the EFCC czar, Abdulrasheed Bawa, was merchandising the anti-graft commission. 

“This came to the fore when he unleashed the commission on Senator Ike Ekweremadu, a victim of circumstance, who was then facing charges in the United Kingdom. 

“The EFCC under Bawa has never charged Ekweremadu for any crime, but while the lawmaker was in far away UK, he rushed and misled a Nigerian court to confiscate all his properties. Thank God that the court later reversed itself. This is just one of the major unholy and sponsored jobs of the EFCC under Bawa. 

“In the history of the EFCC, no chairman of the commission has ever come under public scrutiny in such a short period of time like Bawa. 

“The same goes for many of the staff under him, justifying the aphorism, ‘like father like son’. A few days ago, it was even reported that two of the staff members killed another colleague while they were fighting for exhibits. This shows how dirty the commission has become. 

“Since the Zamfara State governor, Bello Matawalle’s recent outburst exposing corrupt practices against the Abdulrasheed Bawa, more damning allegations also crept up that some of the Commission’s officials simply negotiate with suspects, get assets and cash retrieved and do plea bargains.” 

Continuing, the Ohanaeze youths noted that “This opens limitless opportunities for corrupt bargaining and self-enrichment by the operatives of EFCC under Bawa’s watch.

“We are also aware that EFCC is undertaking a selective invitation to outgoing Governors in Nigeria while exempting other government officials who have loads of petitions against them, while also being unable to deal with the corruption going on within its own workforce. 

“Apart from the corruption fight taking a nosedive under Bawa, it is also no longer news that the EFCC under him has totally become a tool for political witchhunt, it is now merely being used to settle political scores. 

“Based on the foregoing, it is time for Bawa to pack his luggages and step aside as the Chairman of the EFCC. We even expected that he should have resigned on his own volition judging by some weighty allegations against him. 

“However, since he is obstinate about towing the path of honour, we advise President Muhammadu Buhari to do the needful by purging his government of all the ridicule brought upon his avowed anti-corruption stance by Bawa and the EFCC under him. 

“We join the call for Bawa to leave office and face investigations in accordance with the standard practice globally for officials who had been accused of gross misconduct to step aside while investigations were conducted to ascertain the veracity of the allegations the way his predecessor Ibrahim Magu did. 

"We insist that all allegations must be thoroughly investigated by a technical Commission of Inquiry to dig into the modus operandi of EFCC investigations in the last three years by thoroughly analysing records of arrests, investigations, outcomes and final closure of each incident and individual suspects and how the matters were eventually dispensed with. 

“But should Buhari fail to do so, the President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu should consider it as one of his very first assignments- to make Bawa step aside and face investigation. This is the only way Nigerians would rekindle their hope on the anti-graft commission”, the statement concluded.

North Central Citizens Demand Thorough Investigation Into Allegations OF Corrupt Practices In EFCC Under Abdulrasheed Bawa

North Central Citizens Demand Thorough Investigation Into Allegations OF Corrupt Practices In EFCC Under Abdulrasheed Bawa

 

North Central Citizens Demand Thorough Investigation Into Allegations OF Corrupt Practices In EFCC Under Abdulrasheed Bawa


The North Central Citizens Council has noted that the main purpose of the establishment of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission as a law enforcement agency that investigates financial crimes, has been eroded “under the inept leadership of Abdulrasheed Bawa.” 

The Coordinator, North Central Citizens Council (NCCC), Comrade Mohammed Eneji in a statement said that “the flamboyant lifestyle of Abdulrasheed Bawa have always raised suspicion as to the income of the embattled Chairman.” 

While calling for thorough investigation of allegations corrupt practices in the agency, the group noted that “several credible media houses within and outside the country have reported stories about an alleged embezzlement of public funds by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission boss.

“One of the allegations is that the Chairman recently expended a large amount money to the tune of $300,000 for hotels and other activities, which is far and beyond his income as civil servant, during a visit to Mecca with his family on a lesser Hajj. 

“Equally, the incident of Abel Isah, an EFCC cadet in Sokoto who was allegedly beaten to death by superior officers for refusing to sign off on incomplete exhibits is still fresh in the minds of Nigerians, Several calls were for the Commission to initiate a thorough investigation into his death, but up to this point, there has been no clear indication by the powers-that -be at the Commission that a probe has begun. 

“It stands to reason that there are ulterior motives why the Commission is reluctant to commence an investigation in this most heinous crime. What is the Commission hiding?

“North Central Citizens Council, representing the voice for the masses from the North Central geopolitical zone is calling for the immediate suspension of Bawa and also demanding that the federal government begin a thorough investigation into several allegations against him, especially for the fact that the commission have suffered a lot of set backs as it relates to corruption on previous leadership of Magu, this also shouldn't be swept under the carpet. 

“It is for these reasons that we are calling on the relevant authorities to initiate a proper investigation into Bawa’s spending spree in Saudi Arabia and also his involvement in concealing and/or obstructing the investigation into the death of Abel Isah. 

“We are also calling on the Senate Presidency to halt any plans for the confirmation of Bawa as a substantive EFCC Chairman until the conclusion of the investigation, as doing so will send the wrong signal to Nigerians”, the group said.

Friday, October 21, 2022

You can’t kill me – Apostle Suleman breaks silence after assassination attempt (Video)

You can’t kill me – Apostle Suleman breaks silence after assassination attempt (Video)

 

You can’t kill me – Apostle Suleman breaks silence after assassination attempt (Video)

In the aftermath of Friday's attack on his convoy, Apostle Johnson Suleman, Senior Pastor and General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries (OFM) International, has broken his silence.

On Friday evening, unknown gunmen ambushed Suleman's motorcade on Warake road in Auchi, Edo State, killing seven people, including police officers.

Confirming the incident, the cleric, who lamented that he had been through some difficult times, stated that he could not be killed.

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He confirmed that the incident was an assassination attempt, but vowed not to name those responsible.

In his words, “There are things happening that I have been quiet about. Even if you are the most careless person on earth, you will not give yourself to so many scandals.

“There are things happening that people don’t know, even though one or two persons take advantage of it along the line. The reason I’m coming out to speak now is because they have done all that and discovered that I’m still moving on.

“They decided to make an attempt on my life. I just escaped an assassination attempt where seven people were killed. My car was attacked.

“The people who did this are expecting me to come out and mention their names but I won’t do that. You can’t kill me, my life is in the hand of God”.

Watch video of him speaking below....



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Seven killed as unknown gunmen attack Apostle Johnson Suleman's convoy (Videos)

Seven killed as unknown gunmen attack Apostle Johnson Suleman's convoy (Videos)

 

Seven Killed as unknown gunmen attack Apostle Johnson Suleman's convoy (Videos)

Apostle Johnson Suleman, Senior Pastor and General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries (OFM) International, escaped unharmed when his convoy was attacked Friday evening, October 21, along Warake Road in Auchi, Edo State.

Four police officers, one driver, and a woman have been confirmed dead.

The internet is awash with gory videos of the attack and bodies.

"Apostle Johnson Suleman just got off the phone with me now," tweeted @iamoodickson.

He escaped Assassins this afternoon. Sadly his 7 members were all gunned down.”

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The deceased are shown in graphic videos on the internet lying on the floor in a pool of their own blood.

The incident occurred barely six weeks after Anambra Senator Andy Ubah's convoy was attacked.

Some of the security guards and two aides were killed by bullets.

View the scene videos below...

 

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

ASUU calls off 8-month-old strike

ASUU calls off 8-month-old strike

 

ASUU calls off 8-month-old strike

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has temporarily halted its eight-month-long strike.

According to a member of the union's National Executive Committee who spoke to Channels TV in the early hours of Friday, the decision to end the strike was made at a meeting convened by the Union's leadership on Thursday night and lasted into the early hours of today.

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The union called the meeting to determine its next course of action after its state branches met last week in response to the Court of Appeal ruling.

Members agreed to suspend the strike, which began on February 14, on the condition that the federal government offset its salary arrears and meet its stated demands within 30 days.

The strike was also halted in accordance with a recent Court of Appeal ruling, which ordered the union to halt the strike until its appeal of the ruling ordering lecturers to resume work could be heard.

The appeal court gave ASUU until today to comply or face contempt charges.


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BREAKING:Appeal Court discharges, acquits Nnamdi Kanu of terrorism charges

BREAKING:Appeal Court discharges, acquits Nnamdi Kanu of terrorism charges

 

BREAKING:Appeal Court discharges, acquits Nnamdi Kanu of terrorism charges

On Thursday, an Appeal Court in Abuja discharged and acquitted Nnamdi Kanu, the embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, of terrorism charges.

Kanu filed an appeal with the appellate court, requesting that the Nigerian government drop the terrorism charges against him.

Kanu was charged by the Federal Government in the Federal High Court in Abuja with 15 counts of treasonable felony and terrorism, which he denied.

The IPOB leader had criticized Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja for ordering him to answer seven of the 15-count terrorism charge against him.

He had asked the appellate court to dismiss all charges against him and set him free on various grounds.

However, Kanu was discharged by a three-judge panel led by Justice Hanatu Sankey.

Kanu has repeatedly called for southern Nigeria to secede and form the Republic of Biafra.

BREAKING:Appeal Court discharges, acquits Nnamdi Kanu of terrorism charges

Nigerian authorities arrested Nnamdi Kanu in October 2015 on an 11-count charge that included "terrorism, treasonable felony, managing an unlawful society, publication of defamatory matter, illegal possession of firearms, and improper importation of goods, among other things."

For medical reasons, he was granted bail in April 2017.

Kanu, on the other hand, fled the country in September 2017 following a military invasion of his home in Afara-Ukwu, near Umuahia, Abia State.

He was later seen in Israel before relocating to London, England. He has been detained by the DSS since June 2021, when he was apprehended in Kenya and brought to Nigeria.

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According to Vanguard, the appellate court, in a decision delivered on Thursday, October 13, by a three-man panel led by Justice Jummai Hanatu, said it was satisfied that FG flagrantly violated the law when it forcibly returned Kanu from Kenya to the country for the continuation of his trial.

The court ruled that Kanu's 15-count charge did not disclose the location, date, time, and nature of the alleged offenses before he was unlawfully extradited to Nigeria in clear violation of international treaties.

It ruled that such extraordinary rendition, without due process of law, was a flagrant violation of all international conventions, protocols, and guidelines to which Nigeria is a signatory, as well as a violation of the Appellant's fundamental human rights.

The appellate court noted that the FG failed to refute the allegation that the IPOB leader was in Kenya and was kidnapped and returned to the country without any extradition proceedings.

The court also ruled that the Federal Government failed to reveal the location of Nnamdi Kanu's arrest despite serious allegations of terrorism leveled against him

Ifeanyi Ejiofor, Kanu's lead counsel, confirmed the ruling.

“Appeal allowed , Onyendu Mazi Nnamdi KANU, discharged and acquitted. We have won! Victory victory victory victory.”

BREAKING:Appeal Court discharges, acquits Nnamdi Kanu of terrorism charges

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Friday, October 7, 2022

Strike: Appeal court orders ASUU to resume work immediately

Strike: Appeal court orders ASUU to resume work immediately

 

Strike: Appeal court orders ASUU to resume work immediately

A Court of Appeal in Abuja has ordered members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to end their eight-month-long strike and return to class immediately.

The order was issued by the appellate court in response to the striking lecturers' request for permission to appeal the National Industrial Court's order ordering them to return to work.

The three-member panel, led by Justice Hamman Barka, stated that calling off the strike is the only condition on which the union's request to appeal the National Industrial Court's ruling ordering the union to call off its strike will be granted.

Following the ruling, the Appeal Court gave ASUU seven days to file an appeal as a result of obeying the lower court's decision.

On September 21, the National Industrial Court ordered ASUU to end its strike.

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The order came after the Federal Government filed a notice urging the lecturers to return to the classrooms.

In his decision on the interlocutory injunction, the trial judge, Justice Polycarp Hamman, restrained ASUU from continuing with the strike until the Federal Government's suit against ASUU was resolved.

Dissatisfied with the ruling, the union filed an appeal with the appellant court.


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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Family Confirms Death of Bukka Hut Co-owner, Laolu Martins

Family Confirms Death of Bukka Hut Co-owner, Laolu Martins

 

Family Confirms Death of Bukka Hut Co-owner, Laolu Martins

The death of Laolu Martins, one of the co-founders of Bukka Hut, a leading Nigerian fast-food chain, has been announced by his family.

Family Confirms Death of Bukka Hut Co-owner, Laolu Martins

According to a statement released by the family on Wednesday, the quintessential banker died in the evening of Tuesday, September 27, 2022, after more than 21 years of experience in investment banking, corporate banking, stockbroking, asset management, and pension fund management.

“We hereby solicit the support and understanding of everyone as the family grieves the loss of our beloved Laolu in our privacy.

“Our kind request is that you support the family - wife, children, aged mother and father and his siblings with your prayers at this difficult time.

“Further announcements will be made by the family,” the statement reads.

According to Eniola Daniels, a Guardian Newspaper journalist, Laolu committed suicide around 3 a.m. today in Lekki, Lagos.

He went on to say that while Laolu's friend and other sources have revealed why he committed suicide, the public will not know.

Daniels posted on Twitter;

“Founder of Bukka Hut commits suicide. The founder of Bhukka hospitality limited, Laolu Martins was said to have committed suicide around 3. a.m today in Lekki, Lagos. So sad.

“A friend of his and other sources claimed he committed suicide for a reason I don’t want to state here.”

Family Confirms Death of Bukka Hut Co-owner, Laolu Martins

Martins began his career in 1999 with PricewaterhouseCoopers.

He began his career at Investment Banking & Trust Company Plc, now Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc, where he worked in the Financial Control and Trade Finance/Foreign Operations units before being seconded to Stanbic IBTC Asset Management Ltd, where he was Financial Controller, Head Asset Management, and finally Head Stockbroking.

Later, in 2005, he resigned to join Shell Nig. CPFA Ltd, the Fund Manager of the Shell Companies in Nigeria Pensions Scheme, where he was Head, Investments until 2008, when he resigned to join Nigeria International Security Limited, NISL, an independent financial services firm specializing in investments in Nigeria.


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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

BREAKING: Court orders ASUU to Call off Strike

BREAKING: Court orders ASUU to Call off Strike

 

BREAKING: Court orders ASUU to Call off Strike

The National Industrial Court ordered the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to end its seven-month strike on Wednesday.

Recall that ASUU went on strike on February 14 due to the government's failure to meet its demands, which included funding for tertiary institutions and a review of lecturers' salaries and allowances.

However, months after the strike, the federal government, through its counsel, James Igwe, asked the industrial court for an interlocutory injunction preventing ASUU from taking any further action regarding the strike, pending the outcome of the substantive suit.

BREAKING: Court orders ASUU to Call off Strike

On Wednesday, September 21, Justice Polycap Hamman issued an order suspending the strike.

The judge invoked Section 18 of the Trade Dispute Act and stated that he was acting in his official capacity.

He also stated that granting the Federal Government's request was in the national interest of Nigerian students.

This comes after ASUU's National President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, warned that a court-ordered return to the classroom would destroy the education sector.








Tuesday, September 20, 2022

It has no nutritional value – FG set to ban ‘Kpomo’ to grow the economy

It has no nutritional value – FG set to ban ‘Kpomo’ to grow the economy

 

It has no nutritional value – FG set to ban ‘Kpomo’ to grow the economy

The federal government says it is considering legislation to prohibit the consumption of animal skin, known locally as ponmo, in the country in order to revitalize tanneries.

On Sunday, Muhammad Yakubu, director-general of the Nigerian Institute of Leather and Science Technology (NILEST), Zaria, stated this in Abuja.

He claimed that the lawsuit was necessary to resurrect the country's dormant leather industry.

It has no nutritional value – FG set to ban ‘Kpomo’ to grow the economy

He believes that eating animal skin, which has no nutritional value, should be discontinued in order to save the industry and boost the nation's economy.

The institute, in collaboration with industry stakeholders, will approach the national assembly and state governments to propose legislation prohibiting "ponmo" consumption, according to the director-general.

“To the best of my knowledge, Nigerians are the only people in the world that overvalue skin as food, after all, Ponmo has no nutritional value. At one point, there was a motion before the two chambers of the national assembly, it was debated but I don’t know how the matter was thrown away,” he stated in his words.

It has no nutritional value – FG set to ban ‘Kpomo’ to grow the economy

According to him, the consumption of animal skin is partly to blame for the tanneries' current state of coma in Nigeria. 

He also stated that the current National Leather Policy had addressed some of the sector's fundamental issues.

In his words; “If we get our tanneries, our footwear and leather production working well in Nigeria, people will hardly get pomo to buy and eat. When implemented fully, it would turn around most of the comatose tanneries and ginger greater output in production.” 

Yakubu urged stakeholders to support the legislation and the national leather policy in order to revitalize the industry.


“When two oversabi people jam” – Reactions as clergywoman clashes with choir mistress in church over who sings better (Video)

“When two oversabi people jam” – Reactions as clergywoman clashes with choir mistress in church over who sings better (Video)

 

“When two oversabi people jam” – Reactions as clergywoman clashes with choir mistress in church over who sings better (Video)

During a worship service, a minor drama between a female preacher and the choir mistress played out in a church.

The worship session was about to begin when the choir mistress interrupted the Clergywoman, who was also about to begin.

The preacher, taken aback, asked the choir mistress to pause, but as she was about to resume, the choir mistress interrupted her once more.

They eventually began fighting over whose voice would drown out whose as they began raising their voices to outshout the other.

Check out the reactions of netizens below;

“When two oversabi people jam” – Reactions as clergywoman clashes with choir mistress in church over who sings better (Video)


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