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Supreme Court Discharges, Acquits Senator Nwaoboshi

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Supreme Court Discharges, Acquits Senator Nwaoboshi
Most Distinguished Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi (SPON)

By: Ike Philip Abiagom

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Supreme Court has set aside the conviction and sentencing to seven years imprisonment of Sen. Peter Nwaoboshi for offences of fraud and money laundering.

In a lead judgment by Justice Emmanuel Agim, the apex court held that Nwaobishi and the two companies were unjustly and maliciously prosecuted by the EFCC for committing no offences known to the law, which subjected them to a needless criminal trial in relation to civil transactions.

The court set aside the July 1, 2022 judgment of the Court of Appeal, Lagos, which had reversed their discharge and acquittal by a Federal High Court in Lagos

The apex court, therefore, ordered his immediate release from Ikoyi prisons in Lagos, where he is currently being held.

The supreme court also freed the two companies – Golden Touch Construction Project Ltd and Suiming Electrical Ltd – tried with him on a two-count charge brought against them by EFCC.

Recall that EFCC had accused Nwaoboshi and his companies of illegally acquiring a property named Guinea House on Marine Road, in Apapa, Lagos, for N805 million, the property is said to belong to the Delta State Govt.

The anti-graft agency had claimed that part of the money paid for the property was transferred by Suiming Electrical Ltd on behalf of Nwaoboshi and Golden Touch Construction Project Ltd, adding the funds are believed to be proceeds of their illicit activities.

 

ALGON Speaks On N40 Billion Loan For Pensioners

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ALGON Speaks On N40 Billion Loan For Pensioners

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON), Delta State chapter, clarified reports disseminated in a section of the media concerning the N40 billion borrowed to pay pensions of primary school and local government pensioners in the state.

The state ALGON chairman, Hon. Victor Ebonka on Monday July 3rd 2023, shortly after the meeting of the Joint Account Allocation Committee (JAAC) in Asaba, clarified that it was not the state government that was borrowing the funds.

 further stated that, “In this country constitutionally, we have three arms of government; the federal, the state and local governments. We all have seperated our duties”.

He also stated that it’s was their duty to pay local government staff and primary schools teachers, and the recent chaos was a carry over from the previous administration.

He also stated that the state government did not borrow N40 billion as reported, the only role played by the state government was to give approval and forward same to the state assembly for rectification.

In this regard he said it’s was the local council that are borrowing the money, “You need an approval from the state government and the rectification of the state Assembly, and it’s was granted by the governor and approved by the state house assembly.

“In no moment from now the pensioners will smile home and all the accrued right money will be directly paid to pensioners”, he added.

Lawmakers Approves Oborevwori’s N40 Billion Credit Facility

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Lawmakers Approves Oborevwori’s N40 Billion Credit Facility

[dropcap]I[/dropcap]n it’s maiden plenary after inauguration of the 8th Assembly, the Delta State House of Assembly (DTHA), on Tuesday, 27th June, 2023, unanimously approved the State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori’s request of forty billion naira (N40,000,000,000.00) Credit facility offers by Zenith Bank PLC to the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) Delta State Chapter to defray substantial part of outstanding retirement benefits to Local Governments Pensioners.

The approval was sequel to a letter from the state Governor address to the Lawmakers, and red on the floor of the house by the presiding Speaker, Rt. Hon. Guwor Emomotimi Dennis.

According to the letter, the Governor informed the House that his administration was collaborating with the State Chapter of the ALGON to reduce the backlog of accumulated pension owed retired Primary School teachers and Local Government employees, which was anticipated to help alleviate the plight of senior citizens of the State who served and retired at the Local Government level.

According to Governor Oborevwori’s request letter “Zenith Bank Plc has availed the 25 Local Government Councils in the State the said facility in a prorated manner, in tune with their respective indebtedness to pensioners, for which offer letters have been served to all the LGAs by the Bank.”

Reasons given to the State Lawmakers by Governor Oborevwori for the facility include Special Reason conditions precedent as well as Global Standard Instruction (GSD) Mandate/Set-off Agreement, that they were expected to be met by the Obligor (the respective Local Governments) and relevant stakeholders, including an approval by the DTHA.

The motion for the approval was moved by the Majority Leader of the House and Member, Representing Aniocha North State Constituency, Hon. (Engr.) Emeka Nwaobi which was seconded by Hon. Perkins Umukoro, Member, Representing Sapele State Constituency.

Nwaoboshi : A Leader of Inestimable Value

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Nwaoboshi : A Leader of Inestimable Value

By: Ike Philip Abiagom

Most Distinguished Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi (SPON)

[dropcap]L[/dropcap]ife is full of surprises; no one can tell which is next. However, I wish you a different package on your birthday, boss. The first day I sat to talk with you, my eyes were opened to the depth of your wisdom. Without mincing words, you are wise beyond your age, boss. It’s no wonder that you’ve been able to climb to this level you are politically.

Good people are known by their deeds. Frankly, it isn’t just me but everyone in our constituency is a beneficiary of your goodness. Thank you for all that you are to us, boss. You showed us all how to lead from the front, You are the perfect boss and a good human being overall.
It is a privilege to be among the many that celebrate you today, Sir. A thousand and one words are insufficient to wish you the best of days today. However, accept this simple and heartfelt prayer from me, boss. You shall live long to fulfil destiny. No one under the sun is perfect. But I beg to make a slight exemption for you, boss. You score excellently in your work effectiveness, moral conduct, team motivation, and compassion. Truly, you are a remarkable personality and the odds and evens of life be in your favor.

Not many people have the ability to motivate people through their words and works. You are among those few. Sir! Your resolution has always been inspiring to us! May you experience many successful moments in your career! Memorable birthday, boss. You will agree with me that you are the best. It is my prayer that all the wonderful dreams and goals you have set for yourself come to pass.

Ogbueshi James Okechukwu Ndah,Prominent Diokpa of Ogbe-Ogo Village, dies at 92

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Ogbueshi James Okechukwu Ndah,Prominent Diokpa of Ogbe-Ogo Village, dies at 92

By: Ike Philip Abiagom

[dropcap]O[/dropcap]gbueshi Chukwuma Ndah,the Onu Diokpa Ogbueshi James Okechukwu Ndah,Diokpa of Ogbe-Ogo village has released a statement confirming his father’s death.
According to a statement issued by his family and signed by the Onu diokpa, Ogbueshi Chukwuma Ndah ,they described the deceased Prominent Diokpa as beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

“It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing away of Ogbueshi James Okechukwu Ndah(Diokpa of Ogbe -Ogo village, Asaba) who joined his ancestors on May 23rd, 2023.
“Ogbueshi James Okechukwu Ndah was also a respected, humility personified and accomplished High Chief, a philanthropist who dedicated his life to the service of his community, town and country. His legacy will live on through the impact he made on the lives of many.
Ogbueshi Chukwumma Ndah, the Onu Diokpa, who disclosed this last night, said the funeral arrangements are as follows:

Service of Song: Thursday, August 10, Church /Thanks-giving service and interment will hold on Friday,11,and on 12th other Traditional rites in Asaba, Delta State. Arrangement will be made for those who would like to join virtually as there are active Internet connections in Asaba town.

Late Ogbueshi James Okechukwu Ndah
Late Ogbueshi James Okechukwu Ndah

“The Ndah family is grateful for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time. We ask that you keep us in your thoughts and prayers as we mourn the loss of our patriarch. Ogbueshi Ndah said the whole town had been thrown into mourning following the departure of the nonagenarian and prayed to God to grant the Ndah family and Asaba community the fortitude to bear the loss.

OKOLIE PLEDGES QUALITY REPRESENTATION FOR ANIOCHA/OSHIMILI FED. CONSTITUENCY; ASAGBA OF ASABA, OTHERS GRACE THANKSGIVING

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OKOLIE PLEDGES QUALITY REPRESENTATION FOR ANIOCHA/OSHIMILI FED. CONSTITUENCY; ASAGBA OF ASABA, OTHERS GRACE THANKSGIVING

[dropcap]N[/dropcap]ewly inaugurated member representing Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency in the Federal House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ngozi Lawrence Okolie of Labour Party, has pledged to deliver quality representation to his constituents, even as he has assured the people to expect a better and robust representation in the green chamber of the national assembly.

Hon Ngozi Okolie, who made the pledge while speaking during the National Assembly Inauguration Reception/Thanksgiving service to mark his induction as member representing the constituency, which held at Emmanuel De Saviour Catholic Church, GRA, Asaba, on Sunday, June 25, 2023, declared that he cannot overlook the hand of God in his electoral victory hence he deemed it necessary, just like the biblical story of the ten lepers where only one out of the ten lepers who were healed, came back to thank God for the miracle, to hold the thanksgiving service in commemoration of his victory at the February 25 polls.

Assuring the people of Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency of effectively representing their interest at the Federal Legislature, Hon. Okolie emphasized that they made applauded them for making the that they made the right decision to elect him as the first indigene of Oshimili South to represent the Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives.

He stressed that as a well known grassroots person, he cannot afford to fail them, even as he promised proper engagement with the people in the collective effort to deliver the dividends of democracy to his Constituency and constituents.

Earlier at the thanksgiving service held the Emmanuel De Saviour Catholic Church, Asaba, Reverend Father Peter Mobuogwu in a homily encouraged Christians not to give up hope or entertain fears while facing unfulfilled dreams.

He stated that power and authority come from God and admonished people to learn to humble and hope on God.

According to him “in a democratic setting the power to choose leaders belonged to the people, as was demonstrated in the case of Ngozi Okolie, who had made several unsuccessful attempts in the past to represent his people”.

The Priest therefore urged the federal lawmaker not to take the mandate given to him by the people of Aniocha/Oshimili for granted now that it had pleased God to place him in the National Assembly this time around.

 

At the reception, which held at Uga Umueze Afadia, in Umuaji quarters, Asaba the Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty Asagba Prof. Chike Edozien represented by the Ihonor of Asaba/Secretary to the Asagba in Council Chief Patrick Ndili noted that this was the first time somebody from Asaba was going to represent the constituency since 1999.
He prayed for his success and called on him remain a grass root man and accessible as he is known for.

Dignitaries from all walks of life graced the occasion including some members from the ruling PDP and APC coupled with a lot of cultural displays.

Delta North Political watchers will recall that, prior to the election of Hon. Ngozi Lawrence Okolie in 2023, the representation for Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency, comprising Four LGAS; Aniocha North, Aniocha South, Oshimili North and Oshimili South, at the Federal House of Reps, had been dominated by the the two Aniocha Constituencies, since 1999; Hon. Ned Nwoko and recently, Hon. Ndudi Elumelu both from Aniocha North and Hon. Paschal Nwaoranine Adigwe and Hon. Joan Onyemachi Bielonwu (Mrakpor), from Aniocha South respectively.

Hon. Ngozi Okolie has thus broken the Aniocha jinx by emerging as the first indigene from the Oshimili axis, this time Oshimili South and indeed from Asaba the State capital community/town, to represent the Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives.

Ban on vehicle importation still in place, FG insists

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Ban on vehicle importation still in place, FG insists

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) says the federal government has not lifted the ban on vehicle importation through Seme border.

Reports had posited that the border was now open to vehicle importation.

Hussaini Abdullahi, Customs Public Relations Officer (CPRO), Seme area command, clarified the situation in an interview with NAN on Saturday.

Abdullahi said the government has not made a pronouncement on reopening the border.

He acknowledged that a proposal was written by some freight forwarders to the federal government following an advice from Ademola Adegoroye, the former minister of state for transportation.

He said the former minister had visited the border to inaugurate some projects in February when the freight forwarders complained to him about how the ban had affected them.

He said Adegoroye advised the freight forwarders and members of the border community to put their request in writing.

The customs spokesperson said during a recent visit by Ibrahim Musa, director of road transport in the ministry of transportation, it was confirmed that the letter by the freight forwarders had been received and acted upon — by passing it to a higher authority.

He said no directive had been given on the matter.

Former President Muhammadu Buhari had, in August 2019, shut all land borders as part of efforts to curtail smuggling and boost local production of rice.

On December 6, 2020, Buhari ordered the immediate reopening of four land borders, including Seme in Lagos.

PRESIDENCY: Tinubu still on tour, will arrive Nigeria Tuesday, ahead of Sallah

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PRESIDENCY: Tinubu still on tour, will arrive Nigeria Tuesday, ahead of Sallah

A source close to the Presidency confirmed this to Channels Television on Sunday, saying the President would spend the Sallah holiday in Lagos, the nation’s commercial hub.

According to the source, an advance team has already been dispatched ahead of the President’s arrival.

On Friday, Tinubu concluded his official trip to Paris, during which he participated in the summit for ‘A New Global Financing Pact’ hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron.

The President used the opportunity of the summit to hold high-profile sideline meetings with fellow heads of state and government, global business leaders, and chief executives of leading multilateral and development finance institutions from around the world.

He was initially scheduled to be back in Abuja Saturday, but proceeded to London, United Kingdom, for a short private visit.

The presidential media aide, Dele Alake, had announced in a statement on Saturday that Tinubu will be back in the country in time for the Eid-el-Kabir festival slated for Wednesday.

“Tinubu, who was initially scheduled to be back in Abuja on Saturday, will now proceed to London, United Kingdom, for a short private visit,” a statement signed by the Special Adviser on Special Duties, Communication and Strategy, read.

Channels Television had reported how Tinubu concluded his official trip to Paris, France, during which he had “an outstanding participation in the summit for ‘A New Global Financing Pact’ hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron.”

Presidency reacts to alleged RMAFC salary increase

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Presidency reacts to alleged RMAFC salary increase

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he presidency has said that President Bola Tinubu has not approved any salary increase purportedly emanating from the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Responsibility Commission (RMAFC) of 114 per cent for certain officers.

A statement by Mr Dele Alake, Special Adviser, Special Duties, Communications & Strategy, said that no such proposal had been brought to the president for consideration.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that there has been a viral story of the purported 114 per cent increase in the salary of the President, Vice President, elected Federal and State political office holders and judicial officers.

“We state without any equivocation that President Bola Tinubu has not approved any salary increase, and no such proposal has been brought before him for consideration.

“While we recognise that it is within the constitutional remit of RMFAC to propose and fix salaries and allowances of political office holders and Judicial Officers, such cannot come to effect until it has equally been considered and approved by the President.

“It is important to note that RMAFC, through its Public Relations Manager, has responded to this fake story being circulated and has already set the record straight.

“However, that this unfounded story gained prominence on social media and in a section of mainstream media, again, brings to the fore the danger fake news poses to the society and our national well-being,” Alake said.

He added that the misinformation was aimed at creating ill-will for the government, adding it was to slow down the upward momentum and goodwill the Tinubu-led administration is currently enjoying among Nigerians.

Alake said that the administration would continue to implement “fast paced, dynamic and progressive policies” for the general good of the country and its citizens.

“It is important to reiterate to journalists, media managers, and members of the public that stories on government activities and policy issues that do not emanate from approved official communication channels should be ignored.

“Media practitioners are enjoined to, at all times, cross-check their stories to ensure accurate reportage, which is the hallmark of responsible journalism,” Alake said.(NAN)

Deeper Life High School Produces 2023 JAMB Top-scorer, Umeh Nkechinyere

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Deeper Life High School Produces 2023 JAMB Top-scorer, Umeh Nkechinyere

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he top scorer in the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations with a cumulative mark of 360, is a student of Deeper Life High School (DLHS), Lagos Campus.

The Registrar, Joint Admissions and Matriculation Examinations (JAMB), Prof. Ishaq Oloyede had revealed during the 2023 policy meeting in Abuja that Umeh Nkechinyere, an indigene of Anambra State got the highest score in the highly competitive exam.

Research however revealed that the student who showed high level of brilliance is a Deeper Life High School trained student, showcasing the discipline and tutoledge that the school is known for.

JAMB had also unveiled the top 10 candidates, among whom are Aguele Stephen, 358; Ositade Oluwafemi, 358; Gbolahan Ayinde, 357; John Fulfilment, 356; Chimdubem Ugonna, 355 and others.

Deeper Life High School is a boarding, mission, co-educational secondary school established by the Deeper Christian Life Ministry in November 6, 2010 with the sole aim of contributing to human capital development in Nigeria.

According to the Ministry, it is the vision of God, given to the General Superintendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry (DCLM), Pastor (Dr) W.F. Kumuyi, adding, “The vision is to take children and youth to the top, children with clear vision and purpose like Daniel who imbibes the knowledge of God.”

Expressing her joy, the Education Secretary of DLHS, Mrs. Thelma Malakar, said: “At DLHS we are proud of Nkechinyere’s performance. She’s a true ambassador of the school where academic and moral excellence are a norm.

“We wish her more ascendancy in her career.”

The Deeper Life High School (DLHS) school started with seven campuses and is currently present in 21 States including the Federal Capital Territory and still spreading.

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