[dropcap]C[/dropcap]hief Peter Okocha aka (BoBo Nikit) The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Youths leader of Oshimili North Local Government Area,has felicitated with the Delta State Governor Senator Ifeanyi Okowa as he celebrates his 61 years birthday .
In a statement on Wednesday 8th July, 2020,Chief Peter Okocha described Okowa as an astute Leader who has continued to demonstrate exceptional wisdom and exemplary maturity in the handling of affairs and issues, not only in Delta State, but also in Nigeria as whole.
Okocha commended Governor Okowa for his commitment in the development of humanity saying that his life has been an epitome of service, humility, sincerity and unprecedented fear of God.
“It is wonderful and pleasing to be celebrating a great man who has been instrumental and devoted to the service of humanity and the development of our dear Delta State, with all sincerity and humility, on this auspicious occasion of his birthday today.
He pointed out that the governor had been proactive in many of his actions since taken the mantleship of governing the state, and this can only come from someone who had over the years built the capacity for good leadership.
He prayed that God should continue to guild and give him wisdom to pilot the affairs of the state to achieve that dream position, where Delta Will be rated the best in the country, especially in the area of infrastructure development, human capital development and high rate of employment opportunity for the people of the state.
“Sir, I Congratulate you on this special occasion of your 61 years Birthday. I pray for continuous God protection, Guidance, and Wisdom for you to continue to pilot the affairs of this our state.”
“You had been proactive since you step in as the Governor of this State. Your actions had been wonderful, and you had built a very high leadership structure.”
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he House of Representatives has debunked the rumour going round that 50 lawmakers tested positive for COVID-19, describes the claim as “fake news” and “gross misinformation”.
The Spokesman for the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, in a statement on Wednesday morning, said there was no time about 50 members of the National Assembly tested positive for COVID-19, urging the public to disregard the news.
“Members of the National Assembly could fall prey to COVID-19, just like any other person. It is, therefore, unconscionable to attempt to weaponize this against the institution especially when the source of such strange information is a phantom.
“We wish to state that there has not been any panic at the National Assembly as alleged in the publication, and that to the best of our knowledge, it is absolutely untrue that 50 lawmakers tested positive to COVID-19.
“The House is certain that the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), the Federal Ministry of Health and the Presidential Task Force remain the most credible sources of data with regards to this pandemic and should be referred to for fact verification before misinforming the public.
The Spokesman stated that, “the scourge of COVID-19 has impacted all countries of the world, including every state, community and individual without exception. However, it is but a sickness and not a criminal sentence on infected people.
“Therefore, it should not be an offence to be sick or a crime to be infected, and people who have passed through infection or recovery should not be stigmatized for nobody knows whose turn it will be tomorrow.
“The National Assembly and our leadership have been at the fore of the battle to reduce the impact of this pandemic on the people of Nigeria. At the battlefront, occasional casualties are inevitable, especially when the warriors are not super human”.
While cautioning journalists to always crosscheck their facts before going to the press, Rep. Kalu reiterated that, though, “the House of Representatives still works 5 days a week at committee level, it has been sitting only once a week since the pandemic broke”.
He clarified that Tuesday’s adjournment until next week was consistent with its COVID-19 safety precaution and has nothing to do with the reported panic within the National Assembly complex.
[dropcap]F[/dropcap]inal year secondary school students in Nigeria won’t participate in the forthcoming West African Examination Council(WAEC) examinations, the Federal Government has declared.
The Minister of Education, Mallam Adamu Adamu, who disclosed this to State House Correspondents on Wednesday after the week’s virtual Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, also said there is no date for school resumption yet.
He said he would prefer Nigerian students lose an academic year to expose them to dangers.
[dropcap]V[/dropcap]ice President, Yemi Osinbajo, has reacted to reports that former acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ibrahim Magu, gave him N4billion.
Reports had claimed that Osinbajo also allegedly gave instructions to Magu to release some of the recovered loots.
But reacting, a statement issued by Laolu Akande, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Office of the Vice President, on Wednesday, described the report as fake news.
He explained that Osinbajo has never been involved in such shady activities.
He said, “Inundated by wide circulation of Fake News about VP’s purported involvement in some EFCC recovery billions, please rest assured they’re all LIES: calculated to confuse and concocted to smear Prof. Osinbajo’s image.
“The VP hasn’t and will never be involved in any such shady activities.”
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he President of Ibusa Youths Council(IYC),Comrade Victor Ifeanyi Asiodu has congratulated His Excellency, Dr Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, the Executive Governor of Delta State on his 61 years old birthday.
The Youths Leader in a Press Statement made available to Grassroots Publishers Online in Ibusa,on behalf of the entire Ibusa Youths Council (IYC)described Sentaor Ifeanyi Okowa as incredible leader,charismatic and endearing icon and wished him many fruitful years ahead.
According to the statement; “Indeed, the Anioma nation is very proud to have such a selfless and courageous leader as you. You have not only written your name in the history books, but your indelible footprints are in the hearts of the people”.
“The entire Ibusa Youths are delighted to mark this auspicious day with you as you have been a role model and a source of inspiration to us as a Youths”, he said.
Anioma people keep saying and loudly too that your type is rare. A warrior that frontally confronts his enemies and each time comes out victorious.You are a man loves by everybody, even those who hates you often cannot decipher why they so do. You are a man of uncommon philanthropy and gifted by God of Anioma.
Gov. Okowa has seen the valley and been to the mountain in the course of life. We must always be ready to brace up for the valley, much as we are enthusiastic about ascending the mountain. We must always ask God to put us at the centre of His will whichever way life’s vicissitude takes us.
For Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa , I extend to you my hearty congratulations on your birthday and urge You to keep up with the well defined life of FAITH that you live and the charity that you so generously exude.
We wish you long life and prosperity. Once again, Congratulations.”
Comrade Ifeanyi Asiodu President of Ibusa Youth Council
Comrade Victor Ifeanyi Asiodu President, Ibusa Youths Council(IYC)
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Distinguished Senator representating Delta North senatorial District, Barrister (Chief) Peter Nwaoboshi, warmly congratulate His Excellency, Dr Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, the Executive Governor of Delta State, on his glorious attainment of 61 years today.
It is the prayers and good wishes of Senator Nwaoboshi that God will bless His Excellency with longevity, good health, wisdom and understanding.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY HIS EXCELLENCY
LUKA IGBONOBA
Special Assistant To Senator Peter Nwaoboshi on Legislative Matters.
Comrade Ifeanyi Asiodu President, Ibusa Youth Council
[dropcap]C[/dropcap]omrade Victor Ifeanyi Asiodu is someone who looks up for direction even as he continues to soar higher by the special grace of God. A compassionate leader who has consistently for years continues to make people happy. He is Humble, jovial, loving, generous, easy going, accommodating etc. He is a man that allows people to express their views on any given issue before coming up with his decision even as a boss or leader.
Comrade Victor Ifeanyi Asiodu is the newly installed President of Ibusa Youth Council,IYC; the umbrella body of all youth organisations in Ibusa. In this exclusive interview with Grassroots Publishers online, Asiodu inspired with a vision to create a platform where young people in Ibusa will be deliberately empowered with the skills, drive and character required to be a transformational leader.
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Comrade, Recently you were installed as the new President of Ibusa Youths Council. Can you throw more light on how this came about?
To the glory of God, the election issue has permanently come and gone. I contested with my brother and at the end of the day “No victor, no vanquished”. we are one united family now and we have come together as one big family for the progress of Ibusa youths.
The Youth body has always been a target for politicians who use it for their political interest. What are you doing to make the IYC the authentic voice for Ibusa Youths?
Everywhere in the world, youth constituencies are a major political target for numerous reasons. Politicians will continue to romance youth organizations, associations and so on but the challenge is how do we participate in politics? What role do we play in the game of politics? What do politicians perceive of youths when politics is discussed?
The participation of youths in politics has outgrown using them as political thugs, ballot snatchers, and mere campaign crowds. The fact remains that any country desirous of a prosperous future would take youths engagement beyond political machinations. The Ibusa Youth Council under my watch would be more concerned about youth participation in governance which is in synchronization with youth participation in politics.
We hope to see more youths elected and appointed into offices rather than fighting one another in the name of politics. To lead the apex youth body in Ibusa is a tasking responsibility but with God Almighty, this administration shall succeed beyond expectation. I had the grace to have risen through the rank and file of youth activism, from being a community youths leader to ethnic youth leader, now the youth President.
With the experiences gathered over time and the support from the council, we would have a council that represents the interest of all. This leadership under my watch will facilitate scholarship awards for our students, create employment opportunities for youths across the nine villages in Ibusa, produced quality representation to Ibusa youths in regional and international fronts, among others.
Youths unemployment is seen as one of the reasons for the rising crime rate in Ibusa and Delta State. Is the council in talks with the government and relevant stakeholders on ways of mitigating unemployment in the land?
The cardinal point of my administration is to fight insecurity and make sure peace reign supreme in Ibusa. Youths employment is a major focus of my administration. It’s a serious matter and my leadership is looking at it as a top priority. It aches my heart to see talents roaming about the streets without proper utilization. Ibusa is endowed with youths that are broad-minded, skillful and multi-talented; unfortunately, they are underutilized. The majority of Ibusa youths believe in seeking greener pasture outside, due to unemployment or underemployment. We cannot continue like this considering the vast material and mineral resources this Delta is endowed with because, Ibusa is part of Delta State capital territory . The adage “an idle mind is the devil’s workshop” best describes the high rate of criminal activities in the country and it is so sad that the youths form the bulk of criminal elements we have in the country today.
The council under my watch will partner with relevant stakeholders to reduce the unemployment rate in the society. Additionally, leadership workshops and entrepreneurial training would be organized across the town while sponsorship programs will be facilitated for youths (Skill Acquisition) entrepreneurs and so on. The council under my watch must reduce crime in Ibusa, because no investor will like to put his or her money if the environment is not safe , so we want to create peaceful environment that will attract Investors and visitor to our community.
Presently , we have commence serious campaign against cultism , kidnapping and other crimes in Ibusa ,telling the youths the implication of committing crime or killing because if anybody kills under the name of any cult group , we will go for the person and not the group, so whatever group you belong we are not interested but will be interested in the perpetrator of the crime (killer) and he must face the law.
.Ibusa town is no longer a safe heaven for crime perpetrator because our vigilant group is very proactive now because they are well equipped and the sons and daughters of Ibusa are giving them maximum support. So we advise the evil doers to relocate from Ibusa for their safety.
Comrade , What plans do you have for the old people( Elders) in Ibusa?
Yes, you are talking about our fathers and mothers , we will soon fashion out plan for our aged fathers who are vulnerable , but for the most senior Diokpa of Ibusa, I have made a promise to him(Diokpa) that on behalf of my youths Council I will be paying him a stipend of ten thousand naira (N10,000)every month as our own contribution for his up keep and am appealing to other able bodies in Ibusa to support our elders who are vulnerable in Ibusa .
I want to use this medium to thank Chief (Barr.) Fred Ajudua(Onwa oyoko Ibusa), our mentor, our boss, the father Christmas of our time. Whose transformation is parallel with the transformation of Saul to Paul in the Holy Bible. He is a pacesetter in Humanitarian Service and we are proud to learn at his feet , and also thank Hon. Innocent Esewezie and his Electoral Committee for the seamless process that produced this current executives of Ibusa Youth .
Comrade,The Obuzor of Ibusa, Obi Louis Nwaoboshi inaugurated you and the officers in his palace on Saturday 27th June, 2020. What do you have to say about his 25th reign as Obuzor?
The Obuzor of Ibuzor is our Royal father and the pillar of this council, His Royal Majesty, Obi (Prof.) Louis Chelunor Nwoboshi will soon mark his 25th anniversary on the throne with much pomp. He has changed the traditional face of Ibusa and he has brought a lot of developments to the community. Infact,Obi Louis Nwaoboshi is the arrowhead of Ibusa , he represents the community both at the local, state and federal levels. We are very grateful for his reign as our king.
As a Grassroots Youth Leader in Ibusa, how can you access your representatives at the state and federal – Princess(Mrs) Pat Ajudua and Senator Peter Nwaoboshi?
Both representatives are wonderful people, they are doing marvelously well for the town because they have done alot for us in terms of development and empowerment. We are proud of both representatives and are appealing for more empowerment from them to enable us take Ibusa to a higher level.
What is your assessment of the general state of affairs in the Delta?
Delta State is a great state blessed with wonderful people. Irrespective of the situation, Deltans always stand tall. The government has a role to play in making this state a better place for us all and our part. Our amiable Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, has performed beyond expectations in spite of paucity of funds occasioned by the economic recession that confronted the country when he came on board on May 29, 2015, particularly in job/wealth creation for the youths through the STEO/YAGEP schemes, human capital development, the prevailing peace in the state and infrastructural development as evident in the massive road construction and rehabilitation across the three senatorial districts of the state. “Governor Okowa believes so much in the youths. His consistent effort to build young leaders in Delta State is laudable. Obviously, Okowa has made some positive shifts from the status quo that must be acknowledged”. We shall continue to contribute our quota to the growth of our dear state.
Governor Okowa has done very well in the five years of his administration, he has turned the fortunes of the state around for the better in fulfillment of his campaign promises. Ibusa youths wish to use this medium to appeal to governor Ifeanyi Okowa to relocate some government ministries and agencies to Ibusa so that our people can feel the presence of government as part of the capital territory.
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]oday we feel deeply saddened that “Deji Okoji” is gone, we are consoled by the fact that he will make heaven by God’s grace. Adieu, Big Name! Goodnight “Dejavu!” We will always love you. We will sincerely miss you. We believe you are already resting in the sanctuary of the Lord.
Let us always remember, it is not the number of years we live in this world that is important; it is how we live those years that is important; how many people we reach out to and touch; how many people we can bring to God and to the service of our nation. The quality of life is much more important than the quantity of life; and when it comes to the quality of life, we can all say: “Deji Okoji lived a full life and, literally, touched thousands of people.” His death is a testament to the number of people he reached and touched.
In his Letter to the Philippians, St. Paul writes: “For me to live is Christ; and to die is gain.” In other words, to live is to serve the Lord and to die is to be with the Lord. Throughout his lifetime, Deji Okoji faithfully served the Lord; and now he is with the Lord. Today and always, let us be mindful that we are not saying “goodbye” to our beloved Deji Okoji, but we are saying “farewell,” “Big Name,” “until we meet again” in God’s Eternal Heavenly Kingdom. Our Christian faith teaches us that death is only a temporary separation, and one day, we will all be together again for all eternity.
Rest assured, Deji Okoji is now in the presence of God and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ; he is in the company of the saints and angels, and his loved ones that have gone before him, resting in Heavenly Peace. He is looking down upon us, he is watching over us, and he is praying for us. He is saying: “Love one another as I have loved you. Live with faith, hope, and love. Faithfully serve the Lord and the Church and Nation with all your heart, soul, and mind. Follow my example all the days of your lives and I will be with you forever and ever.”
Deji Okoji, you will always be with us forever and ever. You are in our hearts, our thoughts, and our prayers. You always have been, and you always will be.
May the Holy Spirit comfort us and give us strength, may God illuminate your eternal soul as you start your journey to heaven today, may you “dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”See you then at the sound of the Heavenly Trumpets. Deji, your suffering is over, rest in eternal peace!
[dropcap]W[/dropcap]hile some people were born great, some achieve greatness on their own. The like of Ifeanyi Odita, retired Air force officer aka “Air force man” is being celebrated everyday, not because he was born with a silver spoon, but because of consistency in determination to succeed, and today, he is not only a successful man, but a successful man that is helping people to achieve success.
Today, as we speak, Air force man is adding value to leaders who are multiplying value to others. He is a grassroots leader that is developing leaders, and a leader that has inspired hope in Oshimili North Local Government people. Today, Ifeanyi Odita aka Air force man* is a man of many parts; a foremost philanthropist, farmer, servant of God, a quintessential politician, entrepreneur, CEO of several companies etc.
Words are not enough to describe or celebrate this humble great man, He deserves all the ovation we could offer him. Indeed, we are all proud of this great Icon for his enviable and legendary achievements in Military, business, politics etc despite all odds.
Air force man is someone who looks up for direction even as he continues to soar higher by the special grace of God.
A compassionate leader who has consistently for years continues to make people happy. He is Humble, jovial, loving, generous, easy going, accommodating etc. Not temperamental because of his military back ground, he is a man that allows people to express their views on any given issue before coming up with his decision even as a boss or leader.
Truly, Ifeanyi Odita aka “Air force man” is a man of the people and a man of many parts.
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Can we meet you Sir?
I am ifeanyi Odita,a retired military officer from Akwukwu- Igbo, the Headquarter of Oshimili North Local Government Area.I just left the service and I came back to my town and join Politics because I want to serve my people and am equally a stake holder in the (PDP) Politics of Oshimili North local Government Area of Delta State.
Sir, How are you coping with the local Political class in your LGA as a retired Military officer with different orientation?
The Political class in my local government area are my brothers and friends that am familiar with before now. When I joined the local politics of my town, the first thing I did was to understudy the ranking of my party members. I learned from them and I discovered that the cardinal responsibilities of any politician is total loyalty, which is part of me as a trained military officer, because in the military we believe in discipline.
What are your plans and prospects in the next Local government Election, Are you Vying for any position?
No, am not running for election.
Sir, few candidates have declared interest to be the next Chairman of your local Government, who are you supporting and why?
For now, I have not seen any serious candidate , I only know one serious person that is contesting for the seat and he is Hon. Ambrose Elofu- Dike and I think he is the most qualified person for the job because of certain qualities. He is a visionary leader that exhibits and epitomizes consistency, competence, capacity, connection, and character with strong leadership ability. The success story of this great man is a great lesson to the youths to take their fate in their hands if they hope to control the destiny of Nigeria before too long.
According to Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe” There is plenty of room at the top because very few people travel beyond the average route. ” And so, most of us seem satisfied to remain within the confines of mediocrity”. The Ibusa Born Political Juggernaut Ambrose Elofu Elue-Dike needs no much introduction. Just as the People will always say that “A good Market sells its self and it is never kept out of sight”, so is Ambrose Elofu Elue-Dike who has kept indelible Marks in the heart of The good People of Oshimili North Local Government Area and Beyond.
Ambrose Elofu Elue-Dike is not only a charismatic leader, he is a compassionate person. The people of Oshimili North in Delta State are not only happy and grateful to have him as their next grassroots chairman, but thankful that such a quintessential person is willing and prepared to serve us.
He has been fighting for children, for the poor and destitute, sometimes against establishments and elites. But as a leader, he is greatly admired across the political spectrum. Even those who disagree with his politics can draw inspiration from his life. Ambrose Elofu Elue-Dike is a patriotic Nigerian who could be classified as a ROLE MODEL whose footstep could be followed by the growing generations as a result of the successes recorded by his personality by dint of hard work and enviable conducts.
Ambrose Elofu Elue-Dike is the most experienced candidate for the job, we all can recall that in 2019 election, our party(PDP) elders and stake holders in Oshimili North appointed him to be the Campaign Director- General (Triple DG) for three of our candidates namely, Senator Peter Nwaoboshi for Senate, Princess Pat Ajudua for Delta State House of Assembly seat and Hon. Louis Ndukwefor our local government chairmanship seat, and these candidates won their respective elections. So for a man who was entrusted with such role is the best and most experienced person to take over as our next local government chairman.
Ambrose Elofu Elue-Dike is a very loyal party man who has alot of regards and respect for his party, for the past ten years, he had wanted to contest for various position but as a loyalist our leaders always appeal to him to step down and support their preferred candidate of our party and he will always comply and support the candidate nominated by our great party leaders in our local government with his money and everything to make sure our party wins the election, so I believe it is now his turn to serve the people of Oshimili North local Government.
I can remember vividly during the tenure of Barrister Ben Okonkwo, the Oshimili North LGA awarded the contract of Ibusa market to Ambrose Elofu Elue-Dike and he executed the contract with his own fund and it is the biggest market in our local today, I am very sure that our Local Government Council is still owing him till date. Why can’t we give such a man the authority to pilot the affairs of our council. it is true that no one is entitled to a top political position, everyone has to earn it through his or her deeds, and each is only as good as his or her command of the issues, but Ambrose Elofu Elue-Dike is destined for this “Ambrose Elofu Elue-Dike has endeared himself to his people.
Sir, You are so sure that Ambrose Elofu Elue-Dike will take your LGA to the next level, Why?
Ambrose Elofu Elue-Dike believes in public service as a honorable profession and in government as a vehicle for helping all citizens get their chance for high quality of life. His accomplishments speak for themselves. This is not about Dike or his ego. He is known for humility, graciousness, and gentility in the party; he does not engaged in partisan contests to win for the sake of winning. The goals are so important that he is willing to work with political opponents to reach agreement on measures that serve the people. Negotiating by calling on higher principles made him effective with principled members of the other party.
Dike believes that the work as a grassroots chairman is more important than title or position. Business leaders should heed that lesson, above all: Performance, mission, and endurance are possible because the people we support and care about also support us. Only God Makes a King, when God uplifts a Man, who is he to stand and say no? Nobody…
Sir, what advice do you have for the Oshimili North PDP Elders?
I want our party leaders to give Ambrose Elofu Elue-Dike the ticket of our great party to enable him contest for the Chairmanship position in the next coming local government election, because he is the most experienced, tested and trusted party member. For now based on the names we are hearing that are interested in the seat, I think he is one of the best among them in every ramification he is there and he will be there for us.
We all should support to enable him take our local government to the next level.
Sir, As a grassroots politician like you said, how can you access the present Local Government Chairman of your LGA?
I can say that our present local government chairman Hon. Louis Ndukwe has done his best, we all know how the system affects their performance , with the little resources available to him ,I will score him high.
As a grassroots Politician in Oshimili North LGA, how can you access your representative at the Delta State House of Assembly ,Princess(Mrs) Pat Ajudua?
Jesus! She is a wonderful woman and a mother, she is doing marvelously well, why I said she is a wonderful woman is because she carries everybody along and she is the light of the local government. she has empowered alot of people as I know in my local government mostly youths and women. I know that she cannot empower everybody, I believe she emulate that gesture from her husband Chief Fred Ajudua who is a foremost philanthropist , so the spirit of giving and touching lives is a trend in the family.
Sir, You have a serving senator from your local government area, what can you say about him?
Senator Peter Nwaoboshi is our overall leader, a true patriot, the author of ‘Doctrine Of Necessity’, a stabilizing voice in our democracy, my mentor, my boss, the longest-serving active Politician in Delta State . His sterling leadership qualities have provided an essential stabilizing force in the Red Chamber.
His transformation has a parallel with the transformation of Saul to Paul in the Holy Bible. His conversion to democracy has been total. “As a Senator that leads and organized his colleagues; as an unprecedented two-term Senator he has not only stabilized the Senate and therefore the polity especially at a critical time he has also given the Senate character. My Senator has become one of the most outstanding figures of our democracy and its symbol of forthrightness and courage.
He is a perpetual lesson in service and we are proud to learn at his feet. My Senator just marked his Sixty-Three birthday and we thank God for his life; a life of many stories; a life of service to man and to God; a life of fulfillment. We can only pray that the Almighty whom we have so faithfully served grants him many more years in good health so that he can continue in his service to the Nation and humanity. Like wine, he is only getting better with age.
Deltans are now referring to Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa as Road master, do you believe he has done well on roads?
Gov. Arthur Ifeanyi Okowa is the best governor ever produced in Delta. If you compare him with the previous governors that have ruled Delta State, if you look at what he has put on ground, our governor has not stayed 8years, but he has made a very good landmark and a very good impact. Infact, he is the Roads Master based on his performance . He has linked almost all the roads in Delta State, I have been privileged to travel round Delta State . He is a wonderful governor, I think if there is anyway for him to come back for third tenure, I will be part of those people who will vote him again.
Finally,what will you like people to remember you for?
I want to be remembered as a man who served his country in the military diligently and retired. A man who joined politics to serve the common man and touch the lives of his people, I will also like to be known with truthfulness, honesty and tranquility. .
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Federal Government on Monday announced that it would maintain the current guidelines on “ease of lockdown” for another two weeks with effect from midnight.
The measures include, amongst others, curfew from 8pm to 6am in Lagos, Ogun and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, and re-opening of government offices with officers from grade level 14 and above reporting for work on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
“President has approved that the measures, exemptions, advisories and scope of entities allowed to reopen under phase one of the eased lockdown shall be maintained across the federation for another two weeks effective from 12:00 midnight today (18th May, 2020 to 1st June, 2020),” Boss Mustapha, chairman of the Presidential Task on COVID-19, said during the daily briefing of the task force in Abuja on Monday.
Mustapha said President Muhammadu Buhari approved the extension based on the recommendations of the PTF.
He, however, said the PTF would continue to intensify efforts to “tell (communicate), trace (identify) and treat (manage)” cases, as well as elevating the level of community ownership of non-pharmaceutical interventions.
The PTF said the existing lockdown order in Kano would also be maintained for additional two weeks.
The government had on April 27 announced the gradual ease of the lockdown beginning from May 4 to mitigate economic hardship experienced by Nigerians, among other measures.
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[dropcap]C[/dropcap]hief Peter Okocha aka (BoBo Nikit) The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Youths leader of Oshimili North Local Government Area,has felicitated with the Delta State Governor Senator Ifeanyi Okowa as he celebrates his 61 years birthday .
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he House of Representatives has debunked the rumour going round that 50 lawmakers tested positive for COVID-19, describes the claim as “fake news” and “gross misinformation”.
[dropcap]F[/dropcap]inal year secondary school students in Nigeria won’t participate in the forthcoming West African Examination Council(WAEC) examinations, the Federal Government has declared.
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he President of Ibusa Youths Council(IYC),Comrade Victor Ifeanyi Asiodu has congratulated His Excellency, Dr Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, the Executive Governor of Delta State on his 61 years old birthday.
