[dropcap]N[/dropcap]igeria Police boss , Ibrahim Idris, has again ordered the dismantling of all roadblocks nationwide with immediate effect. The directive became necessary to enable ease of doing business in Nigeria, as well as safeguard and guarantee free passage of goods and travellers throughout the country.
The routes specifically affected are Lagos–Ibadan, Shagamu–Benin, Benin–Onitsha, Okene–Abuja, Kaduna–Kano, Katsina–Kano, Otukpo–Enugu, and Enugu–Port Harcourt expressways. “No police department, section, squad or unit should mount roadblock without the express permission of the Inspector General of Police,” said a statement issued on Monday by the Force spokesman, Mr Jimoh Moshood.
The police boss also warned personnel on patrol against the improper identification of their vehicles, especially those serving along the border routes in the country. He further asked heads of various zones and commands across the country to ensure the directive was strictly adhered to by personnel in their formation.
“Consequently, Assistant Inspectors General of Police in charge of zonal commands, Commissioners of Police in charge of state commands, heads of departments, must ensure that every patrol vehicle in their respective formation carries a conspicuous and legible inscription of patrol vehicle identification number, and dedicated emergency phone numbers for ease of identification and report of distress by members of the public.
“The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Border patrol of the Force is specifically directed to ensure compliance with this directive along the Border routes in the country except for the few approved points by the Federal Government,” the statement added.
The IGP also orders personnel who involve in vehicular patrol on highways and major roads across the country to wear on their uniforms, a bold name tag and service number.
He informed that the Special X-Squad teams of the Force have been deployed throughout the country to arrest, investigate and discipline any police personnel violating the directives.
(Sir) Jude Emeka Idimogu , the Honourable Member representing the good people of OSHODI-ISOLO II CONSTITUENCY at the 8th Lagos State House of Assembly (2015 – 2019 ). He is the only Honourable member from the South East of Nigeria , he is an Igbo man who went and conquered . Grassroots Publishers online will soon publish full details about this Legislative Czar from Umuezela abuke in ihitte ubuoma local government area in Imo-state. Details soon…
[dropcap]S[/dropcap]ervice is like a candle light; all eyes behold it while it shines and illuminates the surrounding. Eyes blink whenever it flippers and eyes are worried with disappointment when the candle light extinguishes. That is the simple life of every security personnel especially police officers in service to the society. All eye are on the police officer. The performance of a police officer is often like a seed. The way you plant it could determine how it would germinate and be harvested. The harvest could be unto shame, or of ovation and commendations.
In the history of the Nigeria Police, many officers have shamefully left the organisation and many more have left memorable footprints, great legacy. For the later type, many people have continued to remember their good deeds and wonderful services.Nigerians are a people who appreciate good services especially in public office.
Today, it is the Commander of Lagos State Rapid Response Squad (RRS), ACP Tunji Disu an Assistant Police Commissioner is being appreciated by the people of Lagos state in a grand style. Rapid Response Squad (RRS) came into being in 1999 under the visionary leadership of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the then Governor of Lagos State, as a child of necessity, with a clear mandate to fight violent crimes in making the ‘Centre of Excellence’ habitable for its residents. The RRS was furthered strengthened during the administration of Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) who set up the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) in 2007 and created a Public-Private Partnership to fund the huge investment required to support security operations in the state. And in keeping faith in crime-fighting, officers and men have left no one in doubt that they are capable with the requisite capabilities at their disposal to respond swiftly to crimes in all parts of the state.
The name ACP Tunji Disu is known as a quintessential Police officer with a knack for operational activities. As the
commander of the Lagos State Rapid Response Squad (RRS), He did not allow his police disposition to overshadow his judgment while handling crime cases. He balances his professional activities based on human rights requirement and the fear of God. His milk of human kindness flows towards both the complainant and even on suspects that are being denied justice.He believes a criminal must have his day of reckoning and through its operational impact has continued to wage relentless war against criminals and this resulted in several arrests of criminals in the state.
As the Commander Rapid Response Squad (RRS),Police men serving under him are more motivated due to his leadership qualities and the people and the government noticed this extraordinary police officer who took joy in ensuring that criminals operating in and around Lagos State were tracked down. Police Officers should always see every of their postings as a national call not , only to duty but to wholeheartedly serve the country and its citizenry as ACP Disu is presently doing at moment . It is a lesson depicting the major essence of Nigerianess , which is our oneness.
ACP Disu is the kind of police officer the country yearns for; the type of police officer any government with a zero tolerance for criminality would always embrace and celebrate. An officer made of stainer stuff, a good manager of people and a good example of the slogan” Police is your friend” and a detribalised police officer.
[dropcap] S[/dropcap]ome leaders are born, some achieve leadership, some have leadership thrust upon them, while only very few have all three embedded in them.Chief (Dr) Daniel N. Chukwudozie, the founding Chairman, Dozzy Group of Companies, the trail-blazing business mogul and industrialist par excellence from Okija , Anambra State, is one of the few good men. He is an embodiment of cerebral articulation, the essence of unparalleled philanthropy, the epitome of intellectual and breathtaking simplicity. The personification of undiluted humanness, the perfect example of leadership symbolism, the paragon of idealism, the soul of humanity, the heart of warrior, the perfect gentleman. It is certainly impossible to gloss over his attributes for greatness. He is a perfect gentleman, a man of valour, the bringer of rain. In the gallery of great leaders and great men, he is without doubt, a rare masterpiece.
Chief (Dr) Daniel N. Chukwudozie CEO, DOZZY GROUP OF COMPANIES
Dozzy Group is an indigenous conglomerate birthed by the vision of Sir Chukwudozie who went into business in 1982 as a trader. The trade metamorphosed into a company under the name of Dozzy Nigeria Limited dealing in belt and general goods imported from Europe and Asia. As a workaholic and a man who is always craving to explore new grounds in business, Chukwudozie established Dozzy Oil and Gas Limited and subsidiaries including: Speciality Oil Company Nigeria Limited, Dozzy Plastic Industries Limited, Dozzy Gut-troff Gas Limited, Lubricant Manufacturing Oxygen/Industrial Gas Production, Industrial automotive household as well as high precision plastic products, manufacturing wigs/hair attachments, artificial human hair and oil and gas supply and distribution. He believes in empowering people and has a workforce of over 2000 staff. It only takes a serious and patriotic group in the present circumstances to build a petroleum product storage depot that is capable of handling 120million liters of assorted petroleum products at once hence the facility that was built in Calabar by Dozzy Group has helped to address the scarcity and the attendant high prices of petroleum products in most of the South-South, South-East and parts of Northern Nigeria.”
Chukwudozie has also demonstrated notable cordial relationship with staff and regulatory bodies, customers and suppliers. He once said: “We are not the loud type and except for the serious operators in the down-stream sector of the petroleum industry, many Nigerians may not even know that we are a force to reckon with in the marketing and distribution of petroleum products and lubricants. Sir Chukwudozie believes in development of his state that is why Dozzy Investment Ltd, a subsidiary of Dozzy Group recently signed an MoU with Anambra state government to build another 1, 000 housing units in Awka at the cost of N12.4 billion. Dozzy Investments Ltd has the capacity to develop and manage property, which is mainly housing development. Dozzy Group is expected to build four-bedroom detached duplexes, five-bedroom detached duplexes with a two-room auxiliary buildings, among others.
On his philosophy of life, he said that “Leadership mentoring culture, suitable team, unique and reliable product and service delivery channels, conformity of product and service with international and national standards and policy of giving back to the host communities and the society result in business success as well as impacts society.”In its profile, the Mission of the Dozzy Group is to “ excel and maintain a strong lead in the various types of businesses we engage in, through a strong and consistent emphasis on high quality and social responsibility”.
Dozzy Group aspires to be one of Nigeria’s best regarded conglomerates, measured by their performance and driven by a total commitment to their core values and philosophies. About a year ago, this trail-blazing business mogul and industrialist par excellence from Okija completed and handed over a magnificent three-storey school building in honour of his late Mother, Lady Hannah Ugoyibo Chukwudozie, Mama Dozzy to the Anglican Church, Diocese on the Niger. We all know that wealth can never satisfy man’s want but an act of charity to the glory of God could leverage one’s name for eternity. Chief Chukwudozie’s has become a monumental asset for the memory of not only her late mother but for the remembrance of the family name for good and challenged Christians to always take positive steps at all times to immortalize their names for Christ.We eulogised Dozzy oil CEO for not being carried away by money and all that money could buy and remembered to continue to register his name in the annals of history to the glory of God.
Nigerians were not surprised when the University of Calabar and Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effuru, Delta State on March 11 and March 14, 2017 respectively conferred on him honorary doctorate degrees in Business Administration (honoris causa); and he has also received many honours and awards from various media,The Grassroots Newspaper Publishers that honoured him as the Industrialist of the year. He was voted the most respected Nigerian C.E.O 2010 by This Day Newspaper, Award of Excellence by the Nigerian Export Promotion Council amongst others.
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he South South Reawakening Group (SSRG) has commended the Federal Government for declaring the Independent People of Biafra as a terrorist group, saying that the primary responsibility of government is to safeguard lives and property of its citizens.
National Convener of the group, Mr Joseph Ambakederimo in a press statement in Warri, Delta state, said the group wholeheartedly supports President Muhammadu Buhari for the steps taken so far on the IPOB menace, adding that when national security is at stake the liberty of any individual or the right of any group of persons takes the back seat.
He said, “The President BUHARI government is proactive and the action taken so far is in line with what any well meaning and sitting government would have done. The issue of national security should be devoid of politics, because the issue to safeguarding lives and property is the primary responsibility of any govt.
“lnfact the designation of the IPOB as a terrorist organization is long overdue. We have on record (tape) where the self professed supreme leader of IPOB in a forum in the United States solicited for Arms and Ammunition to fight the Nigerian state. We are sure millions of Nigerians have seen even more damning recordings of the IPOB group, yet nothing was done by his people to denounce or proscribe the group. Nothing is more treasonable than what we have seen and heard as a people from Nnamdi Kanu.”
The group urged government to also beam its search light on other such amorphous groups in all parts of the country and proscribe them or designate them as terrorist groups if necessary saying that the federal government should begin to crackdown on anti-State actions in order to stem the tide of downward slope to anarchy.
“The law says it is only members of the armed forces, police and other paramilitary personnels that are allowed to bear arms, yet you find every Tom Dick and Harry carrying guns as if law and order has broken down in the country. Anyone other than the prescribed group of persons bearing arm should be termed as a criminal and therefore be treated as such.
“There is Rule of law in this country and all Nigerians must obey the laws of the land no matter your status or standing in society. We are not uncivilized people neither is Nigeria a jungle. We should all remember what happened in Rwanda a few years back and stop this hate that we spread around. It is an ill wind that will blow no one any good,” Ambakaderimo.
He said that no government that knows its onion will sit back and allow miscreants and charlatans to hold everybody to ransom, just as he called on parents to talk to their sons and daughters to spare Nigerians the agony of war.
“For the south East Governors, I say it is a shame that you all have allowed this matter to degenerate to this level for the government to designate IPOB a terrorist organization before the action you have taken. It is a pity that you governors and many of your fellow south easterners do not know the constitutional procedure to adopt on matters of this nature.
“It will not be out of place if all of you Governors are held responsible and in contempt and accessory to this crime. All of you Governors hide under IPOB to divert the people’s focus from your incompetence, non performance, avarice and greed. For us in the South South reawakening Group, President Buhari is magnanimous not to have declared a state of emergency in the south east states, the President would have done that and let the heavens fall. The IPOB and their backers cannot continue to pull all of us along the road to Golgotha.
“For the young men and women who devote a better part of their life span to engage on this meaningless crusade we say have a rethink and contribute your quota to the development of Nigeria rather than dissipate your energies to chase a mirage. We urge the youths of the south east and the country at large to hold our leaders accountable and demand for good governance. Don’t allow your tomorrow to be squandered today by some mediocre who parade themselves as political leaders while their children leaves in the comfort of their mansions in Europe and some other parts of the world . Let us all join hands across the length and breadth of this country and demand for good governance, probity and accountability and go on to show love to one another.
“No one tribe should be seen to be dominating others we are all equal at every given time as all bad people are found in all ethnic groups. For us to hold a section of this country as responsible for all of our problems is to say the least uncharitable. We should not loose cognizance of the resoluteness of the Arewa youths who have shown restraint to accommodate the agents provocateurs so far. We therefore urge the Arewa youths to continue to exercise restraint in the face of deliberate provocations and accommodate all and sundry.
“It is unfortunate that eminent personalities, professors, legal luminaries and captains of industries that abound in the south east including the leadership of the ohaneze allowed themselves to be led and brought to disrepute in the IPOB imbroglio. In other climes such as CANADA, Catalonia, part of Spain that has been agitating for breakaway do it through their elected representatives in parliament. Why have we as a people always do the opposite to actualize our aspirations instead of following due process.
“Our last word is that we should all show love for one another and live in peace and work assiduously for the progress of Nigeria. The energy that we dissipate in trying to go to war should be channeled to build a more prosperous Nigeria. The destiny of one tribe is in the hands of all,” the statement reads.
[dropcap]F[/dropcap]amous Music Duo, PSquare have finally split, and it has been confirmed. Below is how LIB is reporting it: Here’s what happened! Peter sparked speculation recently that all was not well with him and his twin brother/business partner – Paul after he referred to himself as Mr. P (his personal brand name).
He also dropped cryptic messages on Instagram, one of it addressing how no one’s opinion should matter about something that makes you happy. Though no names were mentioned, Paul Okoye replied in a post via his own Instagram page, talking about how the birth of his twins was making someone jealous and restless.
He accused the person of having sleepless nights, and also indirectly called out Peter’s wife Lola – saying; “Only a woman can come where there’s peace and destroy it. Try me this time, I swear Nyash go open. You will know that blood is thicker and stronger than juju.”
LIB can now exclusively confirm that Peter has sent a termination letter to their lawyer Festus Keyamo (SAN), demanding for a termination of the agreement between Psquare. In the letter (which LIB has obtained), he defends his decision by making some serious allegations against his twin Paul and older brother/group manager Jude.
According to Peter, Paul is no longer willing to co-operate with him, even going as far as cancelling their planned US tour this year without informing him, and he (Peter) has exhausted all options to make it work. He also accused Paul of slandering his wife and children with lies on social media, and alleged that they’ve now been receiving threatening messages.
Peter further accused his older brother Jude of once threatening to kill him and shoot his wife Lola. This allegedly happened in the presence of Paul and former first lady of Cross River state Mrs Imoke. Jude allegedly also threatened to bring a coffin for him (Peter) if he ever comes near his house.
Peter insists that he has had enough of the drama and wants out of the Psqaure group and contract. The singer who now refers to himself as Mr. P, stated that he loves his brothers and their families, and he wishes them the very best in their careers. However he cannot betray his wife and kids as they are very important to him.
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]HE Benin Monarch Omo N’ Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, his Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare 11 yesterday hosted the former governor of Edo state, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole for his selfless services and development strides during his eight years administration in the state.
The former Governor of Edo state, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole receiving prayers from His Royal Majesty Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II for job well done as the Governor of Edo state during a reception in honour of the former Governor in Oba Palace in Benin City, Edo state yesterday
The event which was held at the palace of the Benin Monarch in Benin City, the state capital attracted members of the National Assembly, business moguls and religious heavyweights. Oba Ewuare II described Oshiomhole era as one that opened up development and respect for traditional authorities especially the Benin Monarch, hence, the sent forth for him as way expressing gratitude for a job well done.
He described the two term administration of Comrade Oshiomhole as eventful years which witnessed unprecedented infrastructural development in the state, noting that Oshiomhole’s administration proved wrong what successive administrations tagged impossible.
Oba Ewuare II, however prayed for the former governor, his household, progress and his wellbeing.
In his brief remark, the Executive Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki while thanking the Benin Monarch for the rare honour done the former governor, adding that the honour has challenged him to do better.
Governor Obaseki noted that Oshiomhole’s administration marked a watershed in the political life of the state in particular and the country in general, stressing that the former governor used the political platform to unify the state and made the Benin Palace a rallying point for uniting the people.
Responding, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole thanked Oba Ewuare II for what he termed rare privilege, adding that he could not express the depth of gratitude in his heart. He lauded the Benin Monarch for his developmental role in the society, pointing out that, “by your actions, pronouncement and activities as well as the way you are providing leadership in the society, Edo people are very proud to have your Majesty as their paramount traditional ruler”.
He said that the transited Oba Erediauwa stood by him throughout his eight years tenure even when his administration was lacking legislative support by writing to the state lawmakers to provide his administration the needed backings.
Meanwhile, high point of the event was the presentation of the traditional crest to Comrade Oshiomhole by Oba Ewuare II.
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Federal Government will begin the trial of Boko Haram suspects detained in military camps from next month and the cases will be speedily handled, the Federal Ministry of Justice said on Sunday.
“All is now set to begin the arraignment of suspected Boko Haram suspects in various detention facilities in the country,” a statement said, adding that this would start on October 9.
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Justice Minister Abubakar Malami has assigned government prosecutors while defence counsels would be provided by the Legal Aid Council, it said. The ministry said 1,600 detainees will be tried early next month, adding that judges who would “expeditiously” handle the cases had been chosen.
Despite claims by the Nigerian security forces that thousands of Boko Haram suspects have been arrested and were in custody, diligent prosecutions and convictions have been rare. The most high-profile case currently in court is that of Khalid al-Barnawi, a leader of the moribund Boko Haram offshoot, Ansaru, on charges of abducting and murdering a number of foreign workers.
Nigeria’s military and government maintain Boko Haram has become a spent force after more than two years of sustained counter-insurgency operations, including with neighbouring Cameroon, Chad and Niger.
Boko Haram which seeks to impose a strict Islamic legal system in Nigeria’s mainly-Muslim north has killed at least 20,000 people and forced some 2.6 million others to flee their homes since 2009, sparking a dire humanitarian crisis in the region.
[dropcap]G[/dropcap]erman Chancellor Angela Merkel has been re-elected for a fourth term in federal elections, exit polls suggest.Her conservative CDU/CSU alliance has won 32.5% of the vote, remaining the largest party in Germany’s parliament, according to the ARD poll.
Angela Merkel German Chancellor
Its coalition partner, the social democratic SPD, has gained 20%. Meanwhile, the AfD, a far-right nationalist, anti-Islam party, was on track to win 13.5%, emerging as Germany’s third-strongest party.
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Group Managing Director of United Bank of Africa (UBA) Mr Uzoka Kennedy is an embodiment of cerebral articulation, the epitome of intellection and breathtaking simplicity, the personification of undiluted humanness, the perfect example of leadership symbolism, the paragon of idealism, the soul of humanity, the heart of warrior, the perfect gentleman. His demeanor and open door disposition boost our confidence that with someone like him at the very top, UBA will be the bank to watch out for among leading financial institutions in Africa and beyond.We are glad that bank is experiencing giant strides under your leadership.
Below are Pictures of UBA South East Nigeria Strategy Cascade Session in Enugu recently.
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