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Oba of Benin accepts appointment of Igbinoghodua Edebiri as Ohen-Osa of Holy Aruosa

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Oba of Benin accepts appointment of Igbinoghodua Edebiri as Ohen-Osa of Holy Aruosa

His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku akpolokpolo, Ewuare the Second and Head of Holy Aruosa Church have accepted the recommendation of the interim Elders Council of Holy Aruosa Church, that Igbinoghodua Edebiri should be appointed as the Ohen-Osa of Holy Aruosa Church.

A statement by the Secretary, Benin Traditional Council, Frank Irabor says the position of Ohen-Osa is an acting capacity for the chieftaincy title holder of Ohen-Osa N’Ohuanren, who is the presiding priest of Holy Aruosa Church.

The statement said the former acting Ohenosa, Harrison Okao held forth for many years in acting capacity for the Ohen-Osa N’Ohuanren, which has at present is still vacant.

It said with the appointment of Igbinoghodua Edebiri as the Ohen-Osa of Holy Aruosa Church, His Royal Majesty has directed that the Holy Aruosa Church, which has been under lock since the removal of Harrison Okao shojd be opened immediately for normal worship.

Court Grants 14 persons bail over invasion of hotel owned by Rochas Okorocha

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Court Grants 14 persons bail over invasion of hotel owned by Rochas Okorocha

Former Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha, who was arrested by the Police on Sunday has been released.

However, an ADC to a former governor of Imo state, Eberendu Chiimechefulem, his legislative aide, Steve Asinuobi and twelve other aides of Rochas Okorocha, were today granted a five-Million Naira bail bond on each of the defendants.

The magistrate, B.U Adikaibe, who ruled on the bail application made for the release of the defendants also insisted that a traditional ruler in the state must stand in as a surety.

They were arraigned on a six-count charge bordering conspiracy, breach of public peace, possession of firearms, unlawful destruction of the official seal of Imo State Government, a defamatory action on the social media against the governor of the state with the intent to injure the reputation of the state government and the person of the state governor, and disturbance to a lawful order.

Drama ensued when one of the defendants, Darlington Ibekwe, slumped while the magistrate was ruling on the bail application.

President Buhari mourns victims of Military Jet crash

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President Buhari mourns victims of Military Jet crash

President Muhammadu Buhari has mourned victims of the military aircraft that crashed in Abuja.

President Buhari’s condolence was contained in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina.

The statement said the President is deeply saddened by the fatal crash of Nigerian Air Force Beechcraft KingAir B-three-five-zero-i aircraft today in Abuja that claimed the lives of seven personnel.

According to the statement, the president on behalf of the Federal Government extends heartfelt condolences to family members, friends, and colleagues of those who died as a result of the tragedy.

It adds that the President joins the Nigerian Air Force, the military, and other Nigerians in mourning the unfortunate loss of the dedicated and courageous personnel, who died in the line of duty.

Security Agencies Strategise To Tackle Kidnapping In FCT

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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Muhammad Musa Bello, has said the security agencies have briefed the security committee of the territory on their plans and strategies to fight kidnapping.

Cases of kidnapping in the territory have risen recently with over 30 persons reported to have been kidnapped since the beginning of 2021.

He, therefore, called for the support of the citizenry, especially in terms of providing intelligence to the security agencies.

The minister, through a statement from his spokesman, Mr Anthony Ogunleye, also said effort would be made to encourage cordial relationship between herders and farmers within the FCT in order to prevent clashes between them.

PDP Govs Reject Community Policing, Back State Police

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PDP Govs Reject Community Policing, Back State Police

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors, yesterday, declared that they have lost confidence in the neutrality and capacity of community policing to serve the purposes assigned to it in the Police Act 2020.

Speaking shortly after their meeting in Abuja, they said the newly introduced community policing infrastructure was already being abused.

A communiqué issued by Chairman of PDP Governors’ Forum, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, noted that Nigeria Police Act envisaged that community policing should serve as a decentralised measure of grassroots policing and various roles were assigned to various parties, including governors.

The forum lamented that partisanship has taken over the recruitment process of the constitution and operation of community policing activities in the states.

The forum urged President Muhammadu Buhari to convene a consultative meeting of Nigeria Police Council to appoint an Inspector of Police whether in acting or permanent capacity as envisaged under the 1999 Constitution (as amended).

IMF Backs CBN On Cryptocurrency Ban

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IMF Backs CBN On Cryptocurrency Ban

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed support for the directive    of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) that banks should close all accounts related to cryptocurrency transactions.

However, the IMF cautioned the Federal Government (FG) against increasing the tax rate in a bid to generate more revenue, saying, this is not the right time for such a move.

IMF Resident Representative for Nigeria, Mr Ari Aisen, stated this yesterday while speaking at a special virtual press briefing on   the recently published   2020 Article IV IMF Staff Report for Nigeria.    Commenting on the CBN directive on crypto currencies,   he said that there is global concern for some of the uses of crypto currencies which include    illegal transactions such as money laundering and drug trafficking.

According to him, many central banks in the world have taken similar policy decisions similar to the one taken   by the CBN.

Names Of Students, Staff Captured At Government Science College, Kagara Appears

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One student who tried to escape was gunned down, a member of staff luckily excape from captivity.

In all, three teachers, three non-teaching staff, nine family members and 27 students were abducted.

 

Below are their names:

 

TEACHERS

 

Hannatu Philip

Lawal Abdullahi

Dodo Fodio

NON-TEACHING STAFF

 

MOHAMMED Musa

Faiza Mohammed.

FAMILY MEMBERS

 

Christiana Adama

Faith Adama

Maimuna suleman

Nura isah

Ahmad Isah

Khadizat Isah

Mohammed Mohammed

Aisha Isah

Saratu Isah

STUDENTS

 

Jamilu Isah

Shem Joshua

Abbas Abdullahi

Isah Abdullahi

Ezekeil Danladi

Haliru Shuaibu

Mamuda suleman

Danzakar Dauda

Abdulsamad Sanusi

Bashir Abbas

Suleman Lawal

Abdullahi Adamu

Habakuk Augustine

Idris Mohammed

Musa Adamu

Abdulkarim Abdulrahman

Abubakar Danjuma

Abdullahi Abubakar

Bashir Kamalideen

Mohammed Salisu

Yusuf Kabir

Isah Makusidi.

Plineous Vicente

Lawal Bello

Mohammed Shehu

Mubarak Sidi

Abdulsamad Nuhu

President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered security agencies to ensure the immediate release of the victims.

The acting chief of naval staff was seen Thursday morning heading to Niger state.

School Abduction: FG, Niger Govt In Talks With Kagara Kidnappers

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School Abduction: FG, Niger Govt In Talks With Kagara Kidnappers

The federal and Niger State governments are using a third party to reach out to the bandits who abducted schoolboys and their teachers at the Government Science College Kagara.

Governor Sani Bello who addressed the press on Wednesday said 27 students, three staff and 12 members of their families were abducted. The school has a population of over 1,000 students.

One of the students, Benjamin Doma, was gunned down while trying to escape. The abductors reportedly left him behind in the pool of his blood as they shepherded the abducted students and teachers to the bush.

The Kagara abduction was carried out less than three months after the kidnapping of over 300 students at Government Science Secondary School, Kankara in nearby Katsina State.

The students were released few days after amidst allegations that a huge ransom was paid, a claim denied by the federal and Katsina State governments.

Okonjo-Iweala confirmed as new DG of WTO

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Okonjo-Iweala confirmed as new DG of WTO

Doctor Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has been confirmed as the new Director-General of the World Trade Organisation.

She is the first woman and the first African to lead the World Trade Organisation.

Her term is scheduled to commence on March the first, 2021.

General Council Chair David Walker of New Zealand, together with co-facilitators Ambassador Dacio Castillo of Honduras and Ambassador Harald Aspelund of Iceland, who led the nine-month Director-General selection process, described the appointment of Doctor Okonjo-Iweala as a significant moment for the World Trade Organisation.

In her acceptance speech, Doctor Okonjo-Iweala commenced Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari, ECOWAS leaders, and the US President for their support.

She said WTO books are outdated and will be updated.
The new Director-General of the World Trade Organisation said a key priority for her would be to work with members to quickly address the economic and health consequences brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic.

The term, which is renewable, will expire on the Thirty-first of August, 2025.

Nicki Minaj’s Dad Dies In A Hit-And-Run Accident

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American superstar rapper, Nicki Minaj has lost her dad Robert Maraj in a hit and Run accident in New York.

Mr Maraj was said to be walking on the road between Roslyn road and Raff Avenue, when he was hit by a vehicle heading Northbound. Cops said the driver fled the scene without meaningful description from the witness.

He was rushed to the hospital where he succumbed to the critical injuries he sustained and passed away over the weekend, according to TMZ online.

Homicide Squad is investigating the case and is seeking help from the public in identifying those who are responsible.

Mr Marah died at the age of 64.

39.8 Percent Gets 5 Credit Above As WAEC Releases 2020 Result

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39.8 Percent Gets 5 Credit Above As WAEC Releases 2020 Result

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) announced Monday that 39.82 per cent made credits in five subjects (including Mathematics and English) in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates 2020 (second series).

The Head of National Office Patrick Areghan also announced the opening of registration for the 2021 WASSCE for school candidates three months behind schedule.

Announcing the release of the WASSCE for private candidates 2020, Areghan said the result was an improvement in performance in the examination in the last two years.

“Twenty Four Thousand Four Hundred and Ninety One (24,491) candidates representing 39.82% obtained credit and above in a minimum of five (5) subjects including English Language and Mathematics.

“Out of this number, Twelve Thousand, and Forty (12,040) i. e. 49.16% were male candidates, while Twelve Thousand, Four Hundred and Fifty One (12,451) i.e. 50.84% were female candidates.

“The percentage of candidates in this category in the WASSCE for Private Candidates, 2018 and 2019, that is, those who obtained credit and above in a minimum of five (5) subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, were 35.99% and 35.10% respectively. Thus, there is a marginal increase of 4.72% in performance in this regard,” he said.

Areghan however warned that the performance should not be the basis of judging how well candidates did in the examination as it is considered a remedial one for candidates seeking to make certain subjects.

Of the 61,509 candidates who took the examination, 5,548 (9.02 per cent) have their results being withheld because of alleged involvement in examination malpractice.

He also explained that the 66,375 candidates registered for the examination represented a 31.63 per cent in decline for enrolment in the examination, which he said was due to COVID-19.

Speaking on why the registration for the 2021 WASSCE for school candidates just opened, Areghan attributed the delay to the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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