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Kano gov warns against mismanagement of resources

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Kano gov warns against mismanagement of resources

The Kano State Governor,  Abba Yusuf, on Friday expressed dismay over the ongoing Ramadan feeding programme in the Kano metropolis.

Yusuf expressed his disappointment with the programme during a surprise visit to one of the feeding centres in Gidan Maza, Municipal Local Government Area.

Recall that the state government budgeted over N5 billion for the Ramadan feeding programme.

He, however, expressed dissatisfaction with the conduct of the programme handlers, whom he believes are depriving the intended beneficiaries of the meals.

“We will not accept dishonesty and mismanagement of public resources. It is imperative to note that the allocated funds for this initiative are meticulously documented at each centre” the governor cautioned

The governor conducted the inspection following intelligence reports implying deficiencies in the management of the feeding programme at various centres across the metropolis.

He threatened to deal decisively with any government official found wanting in the misappropriation of the funds earmarked for the programme.

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37,874 defectors join PDP in A’Ibom

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37,874 defectors join PDP in A'Ibom

No fewer than 37,874 members of opposition political parties in Akwa Ibom State were, on Friday, received into the Peoples Democratic Party by the state governor, Pastor Umo Eno.

Receiving the returnees who hitherto were members of the All Progressives Congress, Young Progressives Party, New Nigeria People’s Party, and Social Democratic Party among other political parties, the governor cautioned them against disrespect to leaders, especially at the centre.

“We welcome you sincerely into our party, The PDP is not a party that insults leaders, as you come back, one of the things I want you to drop is an attack on leaders. For example, the President of the country, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. We have to show him optimum respect and support.

“The PDP I run doesn’t attack leaders. We have to support leaders and not fight them because as a pastor, I am trained to respect people. We must show the character of humility, compassion, and respect to constituted authorities. That we will continue to do as a party, “the governor stated.

He stressed that growth and progress can only thrive in an atmosphere of peace, love and unity, urging them to collapse all past structures in their possession to the PDP structure to show sincerity of purpose and seriousness.

Eno promised the returnees equal opportunities to serve in the party and the state, as the PDP umbrella is large enough to accommodate everybody in the state.

“If we truly love our state, if we truly love the people, let us realise that we have no other than Akwa Ibom and we need to work together as a people irrespective of ethnic affection.

“Thank you for coming to this realisation, we receive you today because we are one, we come from one stock, thank you for understanding that it is only in the atmosphere of peace and unity that there can be progress. We have accepted you wholeheartedly, without segregation. We have spoken to the leadership of all the units, wards, and local government areas to receive and work with you for the growth of the PDP, “he maintained.

Earlier, in his welcome address, the state PDP chairman, Aniekan Akpan, described the reception rally as the mother of all rallies in the state, only second to what was witnessed in December 2022.

The party boss assured that returnees who are mostly former leaders of the PDP of full reintegration into the family.

Presenting them to the governor and the people of the state, Akpan pledged to work together in unison, to ensure the growth of the PDP in the state, noting that being former leaders of the PDP, their action amounted to an expression of confidence in the achievements of Umo Eno’s led administration in just nine months.

He noted that a compilation of the data of all the returnees was available to show facts in the figures presented from all the units, wards, and local government areas where they came from.

“On the order of the governor, we collated the data of all those that wanted to defect to the PDP from other parties.

“Following what we did jointly with the political Adviser to the governor, Prince Godwin Ntukude Ph., we have a record of over 37,000 members of other political parties who indicated interest to return to the PDP today”, Akpan explained.

Speaking on behalf of the returnees, leaders of other parties,  including former state secretary of APC, Nkereuwem Enyong Ekere, and Emmanuel Uko Etteh of YPP among others, expressed their sincere readiness to collapse all their structures and work for the PDP.

They, however, expressed gratitude to the governor for the huge investment in agriculture and other live-touching projects within just nine months in office.

Current economic hardship will soon be over

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Current economic hardship will soon be over

The Minister of Information, Alhaji Muhammad Idris, has said that President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to ensuring that the current economic hardship in the country is temporary and will soon become a thing of the past.

The minister made this known when he paid a courtesy call on the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Yusuf, at the Government House Kano on Friday.

According to Idris, Tinubu’s government will ensure that Nigeria and Nigerians are better in the next couple of days through the various programmes and policies of his administration.

The minister said the government is redoubling efforts to achieve the campaign’s promises and make lives better for Nigerians.

The minister said, “We are tasked by the President, myself as a minister and my team to explain the efforts of the government and what we are doing to tackle the economic hardship and assure the people that the reforms are temporary and the difficulties will soon go away and Nigerians will enjoy.”

Earlier in his remarks, the governor lauded Tinubu for heeding the calls to reopen the nation’s borders, explaining that with the action, the suffering among the masses will soon go away.

He applauded the minister for his efforts in amplifying the policies and programmes of the Federal Government, assuring him that the state is committed to supporting the Federal Government in tackling the challenges of insecurity through the use of technology.

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Insecurity can worsen Nigeria’s water crisis -UNESCO

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Insecurity can worsen Nigeria's water crisis -UNESCO

The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation on Friday called on the Federal Government to address the ongoing armed conflict in the country as it threatens water availability.

Nigeria has been grappling with armed conflicts such as terrorism, banditry, and clashes between farmers and herders, among other issues, resulting in the loss of numerous lives.

However, speaking during an event organised by FordMarx Nigeria Limited in collaboration with the Ministry of Water Resources to commemorate World Water Day in Abuja, the Head of the UNESCO office in Nigeria, Abdourahamane Diallo, said Nigeria was already facing a water crisis, adding that the ongoing conflicts in many parts of the country could compound the situation if not urgently addressed.

He said, “Conflict can exacerbate the existing water crisis in the country. The linkages between water and armed conflict are complex. Sustainable water management leads to prosperity and peace depending on the decisions taken by the government.

“We will continue to support the Nigerian government in the sustainable water management of its water resources for peace and prosperity as well as achieving the SDG goal six.”

The Executive Director of FordMarx, Oforbuike Nnaji, also said Nigerians had no reason to be in a water crisis but for insecurity and corruption.

He noted that the activities of terrorists and other non-state actors were affecting his company’s drive to provide potable water to some rural communities.

Nnaji said, “Governments have come and gone, water projects have been established here and there, policies have been made, including ones not implemented, all aimed at tackling the challenge of availability and affordability of safe water, but regrettably these have not addressed the issues in the Water sector.

“Insecurity has also drastically affected the provision of water to citizens most especially in rural areas. I plead with the terrorists and bandits among others for a ceasefire. Their activities are making it difficult for people to adequately have access to potable water.”

Nnaji noted that he planned to create 50 million jobs through solar-powered irrigation and increase access to potable water for all Nigerians.

He said, “Subject to the requisite cooperation of the various Governments throughout Nigeria, it is our ultimate desire to create a minimum of 37 Million jobs in our industry, across the States and the FCT.

“The initiative when accomplished would increase access to good potable water, good health, and food security, through the modem solar-powered irrigation infrastructure.

“In fact, without doubt, solar-powered irrigation infrastructure alone can create more than 50 million jobs nationwide, in just one year alone!”

He further expressed willingness to partner with security agencies in their efforts to address the issue of insecurity.

Moscow concert hall attack death toll hits 93

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Moscow concert hall attack death toll hits 93

The number of deaths including children in the terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall in Moscow, the Russian capital, has reached 93.

The Investigative Committee of Russia made this known on Saturday on its Telegram channel.

Earlier, some gunmen attacked the concert hall, killing at least 60 people and wounding 100 more, Russian security services say.

According to BBC-verified video, at least four attackers clad in camouflage gear took part in the attack, in the north-west suburb of Krasnogorsk.

The gunmen burst the Crocus City Hall while it was about to host a rock concert with parts of the building engulfed by fire and part of the roof collapsed.

Details later…

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Over 200 houses built on water lines in Enugu- Official

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Over 200 houses built on water lines in Enugu- Official

Mr Dan Nwaomeh, the Senior Special Assistant on Mainstream Media to Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has said that over 200 houses in some parts of the state are built on water lines.

Nwaomeh disclosed this on Friday in Enugu at the maiden edition of the CSO/Media Exchange organised by the Network of Water Rights Initiative in partnership with the Global Society for Anti-corruption, Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists and the Media Unit, Government House, Enugu.

The event was part of activities marking the 2024 International Water Day in Enugu with the theme: “Water for Peace”.

The governor’s media aide noted that the development made it difficult for engineers to work in those areas.

He said, “These houses were built illegally and the governor said he cannot demolish the buildings rather than find an alternative ways of solving the water problems in the areas.

“As a result of this hindrance, the State Water Corporation does not have the capacity to do so many things that they needed to do.

“But this will not stop us from providing water to every home in the state as the governor is working day and night to ensure that water is made available.”

Nwaomeh said that the governor promised to make water available 180 days after his inauguration as a governor, and he was able to meet the target.

According to him, work is seriously ongoing, and we are making progress in replacing rustic water pipes and valves in some parts of the state to ensure that all homes have access to portable and hygienic drinking water.

In his remarks, Mr Tony Adibe, who spoke on behalf of the Correspondent Chapel, urged residents of the state to support Gov. Peter Mbah to succeed in providing water for all in the state.

Adibe lauded the governor for tackling the age long water challenge in the state especially in Enugu metropolis with commitment and political will.

“The issue and challenge of water is one thing every resident of Enugu metropolis carries as a burden; but thank God for Gov Peter Mbah coming to lift the burden from our shoulders,” he said.

In an address, the Coordinator of Network of Water Right Initiative, Amb. Amaka Nweke, said investing in water infrastructure and technology could empower communities, laying the groundwork for prosperity and harmony.

Nweke said the event was aimed to foster a deep understanding of water-related issues, promote peace-building initiatives, and strengthen collaboration between media practitioners and civil society organisations in ending water scarcity.

According to her, we should reflect on the profound role that water plays in fostering peace and unity across the globe even in our communities.

She said that it was incumbent upon water stakeholders to recognize the interconnectedness of water and peace, “for where there is access to clean water, there is a foundation for stability and cooperation.

“In countless regions, water scarcity exacerbates tensions and fuels conflicts. Today, let us commit to transforming water from a potential source of contention into a catalyst for cooperation.

“By prioritising sustainable water management practices and fostering equitable distribution, we can mitigate conflicts rooted in water scarcity and pave the way for peaceful coexistence.

“We will not fail to recognise what the administration of His Excellency, Gov. Peter Mbah is doing to end water scarcity in Enugu State.

“We appreciate the fact that Enugu State can boast of having 120 million litres of water per day.

“We also have seen the ongoing fixing of modern new ductile pipes to replace the age long asbestos pipes to enable hitch free transportation or reticulation of clean water to our homes,” she said.

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Edo CJ constitutes panel to probe Shaibu 

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Edo CJ constitutes panel to probe Shaibu 

Impeachment: Edo CJ constitutes panel to probe Shaibu

From Adeyinka Adedipe, Benin

 

The Chief Judge of Edo State, Justice Daniel Okungbowa, has constituted a seven-man panel to investigate the allegations levelled against the state deputy governor,  Philip Shaibu, by the state House of Assembly.

This is part of the processes initiated by the assembly to impeach the deputy governor.

The panel was constituted on Friday via a statement, with reference number: CR/4837 /Vol. I/131, endorsed by the Chief Registrar of the Edo State High Court, B. O. Osawaru.

According to the statement, the panel is headed by a retired justice, Justice S.A. Omonua.

In the statement, the Chief Registrar stated that the CJ was acting in accordance with the powers vested on him by Section 188(5) of the 1999 Constitution.

The  statement read, “This is to bring to the notice of the general public that in line with Section 188(5) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), the Honourable Chief Judge of Edo State, Honourable Justice D. I. Okungbowa, has constituted the panel of seven persons to investigate the allegations contained in the impeachment notice against the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu.

“The said panel of seven persons is comprised of the following persons: Hon. Justice S.A. Omonua (retd.) – Chairman, Professor Violet Aigbokhaebo- member, Professor Boniface Onomion Edegbai -member, Professor Theresa Akpoghome – member, Oghogho Ayodele Oviasu – member, Andrew Oliha- member and Idris Abdulkareen- member.”

The Edo State House of Assembly, it would be recalled, had on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, vide a resolution passed by 19 out of the 24 members, directed the CJ to constitute a seven-man panel to investigate Shaibu.

The same day, Shaibu approached an Abuja Federal High Court, asking the court, through an ex-parte motion, to restrain the assembly, the CJ and his principal ,Governor Godwin Obaseki, from taking further action on the impeachment process pending the determination of the substantive matter before the court.

In the motion dated and filed on March 18, the deputy governor, through his lawyer, Prof Oladoyin Awoyale, also joined the Edo State Government, the Speaker of the House of Assembly, the Clerk of the Assembly, the Director General of the Department of State Security and the Inspector General of the Police

The court, presided over by Justice James Omotoso, however, turned down the request, insisting rather than all parties being put on notice and but granted the request that the parties be served by substituted means. It adjourned the matter to April 15, 2024.

Mohbad’s father buried him before he died, late singer’s mother alleges

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Mohbad’s father buried him before he died, late singer’s mother alleges

Abosede, mother of the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has alleged that the father, Joseph, buried the late singer before he died.

Abosede disclosed this in an exclusive interview with Saturday According titled, “Uncensored: Mohbad’s mother opens up on late son, ex-husband, Naira Marley.”

She said she was not aware of the day Mohbad died despite being in his (Joseph) house for 10 days shortly before the late singer’s demise.

“I actually did not know when my child (Mohbad) died. His father did not tell me. I was in his house for 10 days, shortly before he died. I ran back there when I heard that he had died. I was the one who called his father and siblings to inform them. I brought them all together.

“I called their father to come and see me with all the children despite all he had done to me. I did not have the strength to fight with him because I found happiness in my children, and because they are grown-up, I brought them all together. But, their father separated us.

“I believe that my son was not dead as of the time he was buried. I actually told them not to bury him, but they refused. If they had not buried him at the time he did, I believe he would have lived. Joseph is actually my problem. I believe that he buried my son before he died,” she added.

Although, Aloba gave Yoruba culture as the reason for the quick burial, explaining that it is customary not to delay the burial of a deceased person when both parents are still alive.

He mentioned that if Mohbad had passed away at an older age, the option of keeping his body in a mortuary for a later date might have been considered.

The late singer’s father further revealed that the land where his son was laid to rest belonged to Mohbad and that he had given it to him to build a church.

He clarified that the decision to bury him swiftly was in accordance with Yoruba customs.

“In Yoruba land, his corpse is not the kind to be kept when both of his parents are still alive,” he said.

“That land where Mohbad was buried is his only land, that is the only land I know him to have owned.

“Truly he gave me the land to build my church because we had both agreed to build the church there and since that’s the only land I knew him to have,” he added.

Mohbad died on September 12, 2023, at the age of 27 in Lagos State.

Following an investigation by the Lagos State Police Command to unravel the cause of his death, Mohbad’s remains were exhumed for an autopsy.

Naira Marley, Sam Larry frustrated Mohbad to death

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Naira Marley, Sam Larry frustrated Mohbad to death

Abosede, mother of the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has alleged that both Samson Balogun, aka Sam Larry, and Azeez Fashola, aka Naira Marley, frustrated her son to death.

Abosede made this known in an interview with Saturday According titled, “Uncensored: Mohbad’s mother opens up on late son, ex-husband, Naira Marley.”

According to her, the late singer did not experience peace throughout his lifetime because the duo of Naira Marley and Sam Larry always got him into one problem or another.

“Mohbad did not know peace throughout his lifetime. He was always going from one problem to another in the hands of Naira Marley and Sam Larry. His manager was Naira Marley’s brother, and I did not like him.

“Every time I went there, I always told Mohbad to stay away from him, yet he was always sleeping on Mohbad’s bed. I told Mohbad to keep away from everyone associated with Naira Marley and should not work with them anymore. I had always been involved in my son’s life. Every curse that Naira Marley rains on me will return to him,” she said.

Speaking further, she narrated how Mohbad hinted her of a conversation with Naira Marley in the middle of the night because he wanted to change his manager and how his ex-signee boss brought out something he wanted him to take, adding, “At that moment, Mohbad was scared, and he ran to the bathroom, from where he called me. I then called my pastor, who asked us to pray.

“Sam Larry beat Mohbad, complaining that he owed him money, but that is not true. My son confided in me.

“Naira Marley beat him up one time, and he ended up in the hospital. We had to use hot water to massage his body, and he could not talk for two days because he was seriously beaten. He even developed hypertension.

“When Mohbad recovered from the sickness, Naira did not want him back in Marlian Music. He said he was spoiling their name; and Mohbad also did not want to go back. I went with the father to plead with Naira.  That was the first time I went to the house. It was Joseph that was always going there. I want justice for my son.”

Meanwhile, both Naira Marley and Sam Larry have denied involvement in Mohbad’s death.

Naira Marley, in a statement shared on his Instagram handle on September 26, 2023, said he was “ready to assist the police in unravelling the circumstances surrounding the death of his former signee..”

“Permit me to categorically state that I have no hand in the death of Ilerioluwa, either directly or indirectly,” Marley said.

“It is not unusual in the industry, just like in several other industries, to have family friction, even amongst blood relatives.”

“In light of the police invitation, I am making arrangements to return to the country to assist the investigation and give my version of the events,” Marley said, adding that “I am fully cooperating with the Police team, and I certainly have no reason to be a fugitive when I have no hand in his death.”

However, the late singer’s mother called on the police to invite her, Mohbad’s father, his wife, Naira Marley, Sam Larry, and Prime Boy to question them to determine who is guilty among them.

Mohbad died on September 12 at the age of 27 in Lagos State.

Following an investigation by the Lagos State Police Command to unravel the cause of his death, Mohbad’s remains were exhumed for an autopsy.

The autopsy results have not yet been released, but Naira Marley said he has been the target of “all manner of stories” since Mohbad’s death.

Argentina down El Salvador 3-0 in friendly without Messi

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Argentina down El Salvador 3-0 in friendly without Messi

The absence of captain Lionel Messi didn’t slow Argentina on Friday as the world champions warmed up for their Copa America title defense with a 3-0 friendly victory over El Salvador in Philadelphia.

Defender Cristian Romero opened the scoring in the 16th minute with Enzo Fernández in the 42nd and Giovani Lo Celso in the 52nd completing the victory at Lincoln Financial Field, home of the NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles.

Messi, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner now starring for Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami, was ruled out of Friday’s match and Argentina’s friendly against Costa Rica in Los Angeles next week after tweaking a hamstring in Miami’s 3-1 victory over Nashville in the CONCACAF Champions Cup this month.

On a chilly night in Philadelphia, Argentina didn’t need him to comfortably win their first friendly of the year against a team that has now gone 21 matches without a win.

Romero was the first to break through against the team coached by Spain’s David Doniga, rising to head home a corner kick taken by Angel Di Maria.

Minutes before halftime, Di Maria received the ball on the right flank and set up Rodrigo de Paul, whose back pass was headed by Lo Celso to Fernandez who slotted home from in front of the goal.

After the break. it was Lo Celso’s turn as he finished off another brilliant connection between Di Maria and Lautaro Martinez with a left-footed shot.

The match saw Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni take the opportunity to give minutes to youngsters Alejandro Garnacho and Valentin Barco — the 19-year-old left-back signed by Brighton in January who stood out for the U-23 team in qualifying for the Paris Olympics.

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