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Police arraign two for drugs, burglary in Ekiti

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Police arraign two for drugs, burglary in Ekiti

Operatives of Ekiti State Police Command have arraigned 44-year-old man, Sodiq Adebayo and 19-year-old Divine Lapkur before magistrate courts in Ado Ekiti.

While Adebayo was dragged to court over alleged possession of weeds suspected to be Indian hemp, Lapkur was in court for alleged burglary.

In the case of Adebayo, the police prosecutor, Inspector Sodiq Adeniyi, told the magistrate court that “the defendant on July 10, at about 01:30p.m at Ikere Ekiti did have in his possession illicit drugs.

“The defendant has committed an offence punishable under Section 5(b) of the Indian Hemp Act LFN 2004,” he said.

Counsel to the defendant, T. E. Omotoso, urged the court to grant his client bail in liberal terms, saying he would provide credible surety and would not jump bail.

The Magistrate, Dolamu Babalogbon, granted bail of N50,000 with one surety in like sum and adjourned the case till August 28 for hearing.

For Lapkur, the police prosecutor, Elijah Adejare, told the chief magistrate court that “the defendant and others at large committed the offence on July 3, along NTA Road in Ado-Ekiti.

Adejare alleged that “the defendant and others at large broke into the house of one Samson Laclak. The defendant and others at large stole clothes valued at about N150,000 belonging to the complainant.

“The offences committed contravened sections 322 and 302 of the Criminal Law of Ekiti State, 2021,” he said.

The police prosecutor urged the court to remand the defendant to the correctional centre pending legal advice from the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution.

The magistrate, Bankole Oluwasanmi, said the court lacked jurisdiction for the offence of burglary and thus ordered the remand of the defendant at the correctional centre.

Oluwasanmi said the duplicate case file should be sent by the prosecution to the office of the DPP for legal advice and consequently adjourned the case till August 14 for mention.

Kogi gov swears in 10 new judicial officers

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Kogi gov swears in 10 new judicial officers

Kogi  State governor, Usman Ododo, has sworn in 10 newly appointed judicial officers in the state.

They include 4 high court judges, and a judge of the customary court of appeal.

Speaking on Wednesday at the Muhammadu Buhari Civic Centre in Lokoja, the governor asked the new judges to always uphold the basic tenets of the rule of law and protect the dignity of the state judiciary.

He urged them to always dispense justice without fear or favour, noting that it is the collective responsibility of everyone to ensure justice, equity, and fearlessness.

“There must be justice for all because the Judiciary is the last hope of the common man, adding that in the administration of justice, we must just be fair but must be seen done free and fair

As the last hope of the common man, the judiciary owes the society the obligation to be free fair, and just at all times, adding that judiciary is a recipe for anarchy,” the governor stated.

The governor pledged that the principle of separation of power will fulcrum of his administration, pointing out that as the governor, he will not interfere with the decision of the judiciary.

He assured the judiciary of adequate logistics to ensure keep the arms of the government float.

Earlier, the Chief Judge of Kogi State, Justice Josiah Majebi expressed gratitude to the governor for being a judiciary-friendly governor.

The Chief Judge added that the process being completed today was initiated by the immediate past governor of the State, Yahaya Bello who commenced the nomination of the judges

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Vietnamese tourist kills five, self in Thai hotel

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Vietnamese tourist kills five, self in Thai hotel

A 56-year-old woman poisoned five other Vietnamese tourists with cyanide served in cups before drinking the poison herself in a luxury hotel in Thailand.
The bodies of three men and three women were discovered on Tuesday evening by staff in a suite of the Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel in Bangkok’s city Centre.
The first inspection of the scene revealed no traces of violence and robbery was quickly ruled out.
The spokesman for Bangkok’s Metropolitan Police Bureau, Noppasil Poonsawas, said at a press conference on Wednesday that one of the six tourists, two of whom also held the United States passports, was behind the deaths.
He said: “We would like to confirm that one of the six dead caused this incident using cyanide.
“We are confident one of the six conducted the crime.”
Meanwhile, the relatives of the dead confirmed to journalists that there had been a dispute over money.
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Babcock alumni partner EASS to launch online fundraising platform

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Babcock alumni partner EASS to launch online fundraising platform

Babcock University Alumni Association has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Education Advancement Support Services to strengthen alumni engagement and boost fundraising efforts.

The collaboration aims to create an online platform called Konnect, specifically designed to connect with Babcock alumni and donors around the world.

This was disclosed in a statement obtained by our correspondent on Wednesday.

According to the statement, the MoU outlines EASS’ responsibilities in developing and managing Konnect, which include implementing and programming the platform, importing relevant data, customising and branding the user interface, and managing BUAA’s administrative portal, among others.

At the MoU signing ceremony, the university’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Ademola Tayo, was said to have expressed his confidence in the partnership, as he emphasised the importance of prioritising alumni outreach before initiating fundraising activities.

The statement read, “He, however, said it was important that the company first reach out to the alumni before they engage them for anything whatsoever.

“Professor Tayo explained that EASS would leverage the alumni to scout for the funds for which they would earn their percentage.

“If you do it well, you will get much, and if you do little, you will also get little, he advised.”

The National President of BUAA, Dr. Adeoti Tayo, was also said to have seen the MoU as a strategic step towards financial sustainability.

Adeoti was quoted as saying, “It is one thing for the alumni to receive from the university, another thing for the alumni to give back to the university.

“We want to add value to our alma mater by shifting the burden of funding from the institution to the alumni, as commonly done in developed countries.”

The Chief Executive Officer, EASS, Tunde Ijiyemi, also assured them that the company would employ its online platform, Konnect, which aids in easy fundraising, campaigns, and tools to engage alumni and other donors to get donations to support the Alumni operational activities, mission, and vision.

“We have just entered into a partnership with Babcock Alumni to engage her alumni wherever they are anywhere in the world,” he said.

Adamawa constitutes LG election petition tribunal, appeal panel

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Adamawa constitutes LG election petition tribunal, appeal panel

Adamawa State has constituted a petition tribunal and an appeal panel to treat petitions that may arise from the local government election that took place in the state last Saturday.
The Adamawa State Independent Electoral Commission, ADSIEC, had on Saturday, July 13, conducted elections that produced chairmen and councilors for the 21 local government areas of the state.
The state Chief Judge, Justice Hafsat Abdulrahaman swore in the chairmen and members of the petition tribunal and appeal panel at the state High Court, Yola, on Wednesday.
In her remark, the CJ explained that the formation and inauguration of the tribunal and panel is in tandem with sections 53 and 58 of the Adamawa State Electoral Law, 2002, which empowers her as the chief judge to carry out the task.
She charged members of the tribunal and panel to work with the fear of God and ensure quick disposition of matters that may come before them.
Speaking on behalf of the members, President of the Appeal Panel, Justice Samuel Kyanson pledged the committees’ resolve to live up to its responsibilities.
The time frame for the Local Government Election Petition Tribunal is three months while that of the Appeal Panel is two months.
The election Petition Tribunal consist of Daniel John as Chairman; Sa’adatu Umar Babayi and Ahijo Idris Ateeq (retired) are members while Lawan Musa serves as the secretary and Zainab Buba, assistant secretary.
The Appeal Panel includes Justice Samuel Kyanson as President, with Justice Abbas Hobon as member.
Adamawa constitutes LG election petition tribunal, appeal panel

Student loan: Southern universities sceptical as North leads applications

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Student loan: Southern universities sceptical as North leads applications

The Managing Director of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, Dr. Akintunde Sawyerr, says students of higher institutions based in Nigeria’s south are not applying for loans because they doubt its viability.

Sawyerr said this when he briefed State House correspondents after the launch of the disbursement of loans to applicants by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Wednesday.

He noted that more students from the north have applied for the loans owing to better coordination by tertiary institutions in the region.

“In the southern part of the country, there’s growing awareness and interest. There’s been a lot of scepticism, and I think the most sceptical parts of the country are in the South; they question everything: is it true? Is it real? Is it a scam?

“And I think what you witnessed today with us actually starting this disbursement programme is to say that ‘this is not NO FUND. This is NELFUND.’

“The zones with the highest, I can say to you that institutions in the north of the country have been very proactive at supporting and helping their students and providing their data to us,” Sawyerr said.

He assured Nigerians that the early scepticism will dissipate as more loans are disbursed.

“So, that’s where the leaning is currently. But that (high adoption in the north) is to be expected because they seem very well organised in terms of networking in the northern part of the country.

“So, I think we’ll see the scepticism that you can find mainly in the southern part begin to disappear when we start paying out,” he added.

Nonetheless, Sawyerr said the FUND is playing its part to raise awareness in the South so students in the region will embrace the scheme when disbursements begin.

He also revealed that more university students have applied for loans than students of polytechnics and colleges of education.

He stated: “We’re trying to ensure that people know this is not a trick, it’s not a game. Mr President has backed this with cash, and we’re going to disburse that cash.

“In terms of the three levels of institutions, the universities are the ones with the highest demand for the loans, then I think it’s followed by the polytechnics and then the teacher training colleges and I think it’s probably going to remain that way, the bias is going to remain that way.”

Students of private institutions were excluded from the scheme because they charge more expensive school fees, said Sawyerr, adding that if the government-funded private university students, it would be unable to meet the expectations of the initiative.

He also affirmed that the loan scheme would have a positive impact on many lives in the country, saying: “The effect of providing this opportunity for the most needy Nigerians, most capable Nigerians in many ways, and the people who probably will look after us, or whose decisions will impact on us in our old age cannot be underestimated.

“These are the most important people in the country that we’re trying to affect.

“So, I want to give all the praise and all the recognition to the president, His Excellency Bola Tinubu, for having the vision and the courage to do what he has just done. I’m sure you’ve all heard that fortune favours the brave and this courageous move will bring fortune not just to him but to the entire nation.”

Also speaking briefing journalists was the national president of the National Association of Nigerian Students, Lucky Imonife, who affirmed that the loans are accessible to all students irrespective of background.

“Nigerian students are happy that the dream has come true. It was once a dream, it has become an act and today is the presidential launch and disbursement.

“We are very proud of this. We, as Nigerian students, will call it a new dawn in the education sector.

“Whatever background you belong to, you can assess the loan. Once you apply, you will get it, irrespective of your status, your age and your class,” said Imonife.

In April 2024, President Tinubu signed into law the Student Loans (Access to Higher Education) (Repeal and Re-enactment) Bill, 2024.

In an explainer issued earlier, the Presidency said the new law replaces the repealed Student Loan Act, 2023, which, it said, had some challenges bordering on governance and management, purpose of the loans, eligibility criteria for applicants, method of application, repayment provisions and loan recovery.

The Act seeks to guarantee sustainable higher education and functional skill development for all Nigerian students and youths.

Kanu sees doctor after health concerns, complex conditions diagnosed

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Kanu sees doctor after health concerns, complex conditions diagnosed

Aloy Ejimakor, lead counsel for the leader of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, has provided an update on the health condition of the detained IPOB leader.

According Online reports that Ejimakor disclosed in a tweet on X.com on Tuesday that Kanu was ill and exhibiting shortness of breath and low blood pressure, among others, but was denied access to a physician by the Department of State Services.

In another post on X.com on Wednesday, Ejimakor stated that the DSS has allowed Kanu to meet with a physician, and the doctor’s report diagnosed “complex medical conditions.”

He added that the doctor’s report requires that the IPOB leader be taken to the hospital for a detailed diagnosis.

His post read, “Today, DSS finally allowed MAZI NNAMDI KANU’s physician to see him.

“The doctor’s preliminary report presented complex medical conditions that require that #MNK be taken to a hospital for a more detailed diagnosis.

“This will follow a report that will be sent to DG-DSS by the doctor.”

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Gunmen abduct Navy personnel, 7 others in Akwa Ibom

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Gunmen abduct Navy personnel, 7 others in Akwa Ibom

Gunmen on Monday abducted a naval rating and seven others in the Ibaka local government area of Akwa Ibom State.
The spokesman for the state police command, Timfon John, confirmed the abduction to journalists on Tuesday in Eket.
She said the victims were abducted at the Classic Point Hotel, Ibaka, where they went for relaxation.
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The spokesperson said the state’s Commissioner of Police, Waheed Ayilara, led a team of police officers to the community shortly after he was briefed on the incident.
John said: “The Commissioner of Police has already led a team of security personnel to the community.
“I can assure you that with that visit by the Commissioner of Police and other strategic approaches being taken, normalcy will return.”
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Tinubu to Alake: Issue mining licenses to investors ready to add value to locally sourced minerals

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Tinubu to Alake: Issue mining licenses to investors ready to add value to locally sourced minerals

Bent on boosting revenue from the mining sector, President Bola Tinubu has directed the Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development to restrict mining licenses to only those willing to add value to minerals sourced locally.
The move, according to the President, is to open up economic opportunities for young Nigerians to acquire skills and contribute to the overall development of the country.
The directive was handed down to the minister on Wednesday during the opening session of the African Natural Resources & Energy Investment Summit, 2024, held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja.
Tinubu, who was represented at the event by Vice President Kashim Shettima, noted that his administration is focused on creating an enabling business environment to attract investment that encourages ‘value addition’ on solid minerals before they are exported.
“We recognize there are losses incurred from exporting crude mineral commodities and we have the understanding that it is time to change this narrative.
Believing that doing so, we aim to ensure that our teeming youth are actively engaged in economic activities, acquiring skills and contributing to the nation’s foreign exchange earnings.
“To this end, the Ministry will only issue mining licenses if they are tied to local value addition,” the President said.
He asserted that his administration’s goal in the solid minerals sector is “to make Nigeria a leader in critical metals”.
Tinubu also noted the contributions of stakeholders in the establishment of the African Minerals Strategy Group with Nigeria as the first chairman of the initiative.
“We aim to set new standards in the mining industry and ensure that Africa gets an equitable slice of supplying the world with critical metals.
“In our transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy systems, we also recognize the pivotal role that natural gas plays. Natural gas is a transition fuel that will fundamentally restructure our nation’s economy,” the President added.
Tinubu to Alake: Issue mining licenses to investors ready to add value to locally sourced minerals

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