“Take a closer look at Peter Obi’s Presidential pretenses, the only people supporting him are miscreants, jobless and idle youths; no responsible leader is supporting his actions.”
A former Deputy Speaker of the Federal. House of Representatives and PDP leader, Emeka made the verdict when he spoke to newsmen today in Abuja.
He described the Presidential ambition of Peter Obi as dead on arrival, pleading with the Igbos to wait till 2031.
“Peter Obi’s desperation to become Nigeria’s President is ill advised. What any right thinking average Igbo person should do now is to be in alliance with the North to complete their tenure under PDP before the South East can try its luck in 2031.”
Ihedioha maintained that for Nigeria to surpass its grievous challenges, a Peter Obi’s Presidency will never be a better option
He warned anyone canvassing for the acceptance of Obi’s ambition to be weary of the impending consequences, saying that the mistakes of President Buhari’s administration will be redoubled by the Labour Party candidate if elected.
“Peter Obi is my personal friend and brother from the same tribe; I know him too well more than others. He is not only crafty but desperate to seise any opportunity for his personal desires. He is not the best for now to rescue our country. Atiku Abubakar is better than him.”
On the nation’s declining economy, Ihedioha pointed out that having garnered much experience in governance and business, the PDP candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar remains the hard core to salvage the country.
He advised supporters of Obi’s presidential bid to desist, adding that such decision will throw the country into another height of calamitous situation much bigger than what APC has caused.
The Nigerian currency, Naira, fell heavily against the United States dollars at the official market yesterday, August 11. It went for N444 to a dollar.
After trading activities yesterday, Data from FMDQ Securities showed that Naira exchanged for the US dollar at N430.25. This was a N1.5 or 0.34 percent loss when compared to the N428.75 for the last two days.
During the day’s trade, Naira was exchanged for N444/$ dollar.
Watchers attributed the Naira’s poor performance to low forex supply to the market.
FMDQ reports that traders exchanged $58.39 million yesterday, compared to $113. 64 million traded on August 9.
Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has challenged the Presidential candidacy of Alhaji Atiku Abubakar in court, claiming that he is th right candidate for the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
In the suit marked FHC/ABJ/CS/782/2022, involving the Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal and the PDP over the conduct of the presidential primary of the party that was held in Abuja on May 28 and May 29, 2022, Wike and a PDP chieftain, Newgent Ekamon, are listed as the plaintiffs.
In the originating summons, the PDP is listed as the first respondent while the Independent National Electoral Commission is the 2nd respondent. Tambuwal and Atiku are listed as the 3rd and 4th respondents respectively.
During the PDP presidential primary, when aspirants were asked to address delegates, Tambuwal had asked them to vote for him only to return moments later to ask them to vote for Atiku.
At the primary, Atiku polled 371 votes while Wike and Bukola Saraki garnered 237 and 70 votes respectively. After the convention, the National Chairman of the PDP, Iyorchia Ayu, described Tambuwal as the “hero of the convention.”
In the originating summons, Wike and his co-applicant asked the court to determine eight issues including whether the purported transfer of Tambuwal’s votes to Atiku by the PDP was illegal and void.
The plaintiffs asked the court to determine if Tambuwal lost his claim to votes the moment he stepped down for Atiku.
He asked the court to determine whether Tambuwal “having stepped down during the primaries ought to lose his votes.”
Wike and Ekamon argued that should these issues be determined in their favour, the court should grant nine reliefs including a declaration that the purported transfer of Tambuwal’s votes to Atiku be declared null and void.
The plaintiffs are also seeking a declaration that the PDP acted negligently and in bad faith by assigning the Sokoto governor’s votes to Atiku at the primary.
They prayed the court to “cancel the transfer of votes and a corresponding order restraining the 3rd respondent (Tambuwal’s) withdrawal in the primary was done after voting had commenced.”
The applicants also prayed the court to declare that the PDP and Atiku took undue advantage of Tambuwal’s withdrawal when they allowed the Sokoto governor to persuade delegates to vote for the former Vice-President in the primary.
Wike and Ekamon asked the court to order INEC to reject or remove Atiku from “its list of candidates in the 2023 presidential election.”
They are also seeking an order commanding the PDP to recount the votes of the primary that was held on May 28 and May 29.
Lastly, the applicants are seeking an order of the court “directing the 1st respondent (PDP) to declare the 2nd applicant (Wike), a presidential aspirant in the May 28 and May 29 primary as the winner of the aforesaid primary with a corresponding order directing the 1st respondent (PDP) to forward his name as the candidate to contest the presidential election in 2023.”
In a supporting affidavit he deposed to, Ekamon noted that he was a member of the PDP and attested to the fact that Wike won the presidential election.
He maintained that Tambuwal withdrew from the contest after voting had commenced and directed that his votes be assigned to Atiku.
“The third respondent (Tambuwal) speaking twice before stepping down from the contest, persuaded all his delegates who were going to vote for him to vote for the 4th respondent (Atiku).
“The 1st (PDP) and 4th (Atiku) respondents who also wanted the votes desperately agreed with the 3rd (Tambuwal) and assigned 3rd (Tambuwal) respodnent’s votes to the 4th (Atiku) respondent and increased his votes to win the 2nd applicant (Wike).
“The 2nd applicant (Wike) won the primaries if the votes of the 3rd respondent (Tambuwal) had not been transferred or assigned to the 4th respondent (Atiku).
The PUNCH learnt that the court processes had been served on the PDP at its Wadata Plaza headquarters located at Wuse Zone 5 while a copy had also been delivered to Atiku’s Campaign office in Maitama and the Sokoto State Government’s Liaison Office by the court bailiff.
Wike has been at loggerheads with Atiku and Tambuwal since his defeat in the presidential primary.
Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany – April 17, 2018: Many coins of various cryptocurrencies
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has called for action to curb cryptocurrencies in Nigeria and other developing nations.
The UN trade and development agency made the call in three policy briefs entitled: ‘All that glitters is not gold: The high cost of leaving cryptocurrencies unregulated,’published on Wednesday.
The policy brief examines the reasons for the rapid uptake of cryptocurrencies in developing countries, including the facilitation of remittances and as a hedge against currency and inflation risks.
UNCTAD warned that although private digital currencies have rewarded some individuals and institutions, saying that they are an unstable financial asset that could bring social risks and costs.
UNCTAD said that their benefits to some are overshadowed by the threats they pose to financial stability, domestic resource mobilisation, and the security of monetary systems.
According to the agency, the use of cryptocurrency rose globally at an unprecedented rate during the COVID-19 pandemic, reinforcing a trend that is already in motion, noting that some 19,000 are currently in existence.
In 2021, developing countries accounted for 15 of the top 20 economies regarding the share of the population that owns cryptocurrencies. Ukraine topped the list with 12.7 per cent, followed by Russia and Venezuela, with 11.9 per cent and 10.3 per cent, respectively.
“Recent digital currency shocks in the market suggest that there are private risks to holding crypto, but if the central bank steps in to protect financial stability, then the problem becomes a public one,” UNCTAD said.
Dr. Muhammadu Indimi, a billionaire in-law to President Muhammadu Buhari has cause to have double celebrations today, August 11, as he clocked 75 years just as he received an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) by the University of Maiduguri
The President, in a message of congratulation, through his senior special assistant on media and publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, said: “It is with great joy that I write to congratulate you on your conferment with an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) by the University of Maiduguri on a day that also coincides with your 75th Birthday.
“It is undoubtedly in recognition of your commitment as a son of Borno, and a conscientious philanthropist who has supported education as the sure pathway for the upliftment of his people towards a better life that such an award is bestowed on you.
“I join your family and friends across the breadth of our dear nation in celebrating this auspicious moment.
“It is my prayer that Almighty Allah keeps you in good health so that our nation continues to benefit from your deep compassion and service to humanity.
The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has said that Nigerian government has no particular interest in the trial of former Deputy President of the Senate, Ike Ekweremadu, over alleged organ harvest in the United Kingdom.
Fielding questions from news men today, August 11, during the ministerial briefing organized by the Presidential Communications Team at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Malami said: “It has never been the tradition of Nigerian government to interfere with anything judicial, local or international. And that is the position of the government.”
According to the Justice minister: “as far as interest as to the federal government is concerned, it is not a matter over which we can develop any interest. Perhaps, if there are interests, there are interests that should be rooted in law. For example, relating to the child in contention, you know, we have Child Rights among others.
“For example. If there is an allegation of breach, we may possibly consider looking at it from that perspective.
“In case of consular services there is s need for Senator Ekweremadu to be accorded one, in view of the fact that he is Nigerian, and the request is made, we’ll look at it on its merits. So, what I’m saying, in essence, is not about meddlesome interloper, or perhaps maybe just coming into a scene relating to issues that border on crime.
“As you are likely aware, a number of Nigerians were before now convicted across the globe. And then a number of foreigners are equally convicted of recent in Nigeria, and over time. So, it is about issues that border on crime. If indeed, a crime allegation is an issue, the jurisdiction determines what happens both in terms of request in terms of support and not for a Nigerian government to simply because you are a high-profile personality you jump into that arena.
“It has never been the tradition of Nigerian government to interfere with anything judicial, local or international. And that stands the position of the government.”
Malami said that Nigeria has what he called “mutual legal assistance, understanding with the UK” and that “whichever of the agencies, either the Senator as an accused or suspect, or indeed the agencies in the UK, make any request for international support we will respond accordingly.”
FCT MInister, Muhammed Musa Bello and some officials
The Permanent Secretary in the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Olusade Adesola, has intervened in the threat by workers of the Abuja Environmental Protection Board, (AEPB) to embark on industrial action over non-payment of Consolidated Research and Allied Institutions Salary Structure (CONRAISS).
Adesola, at an emergency meeting with the workers, led by the Chairman of the Joint Unions Action Committee (JUAC), Oluwakorede Matilukuro, today, August 11, appealed to them to stop the planned strike in the interest of peace and industrial harmony in Abuja.
The permanent secretary said that his office is not opposed to paying the workers their entitlements and only waiting for the process to be completed by the National Wages and Salary Commission.
He, therefore, asked the angry workers to be patient and show understanding with the administration for the procedure to be diligently followed and completed.
Adesola explained that the present leadership of the FCT Administration is workers’ friendly and places high priority on the welfare and the well-being of workers.
He said that the implementation of a salary structure code named: ‘Research and Allied Institutions’ could have long-term implications for the careers of the officers.
”Embarking on industrial action will not serve anyone’s best interest at this time considering the efforts the current FCT administration is reputed for paying FCT worker’s salary as and when due.”
Veteran Nigerian Nollywood actress, Stella Damasus, has been appointed the talent acquisition consultant at NW Tech Capital, a diversified holding company in the United States.
The firm announced Damasus appointment today, August 11, in a statement signed by its Chief Executive Officer, Cedric Yengo. The company said the actress is expected to expand its network by acquiring the best talents in Africa.
NW Tech added that the movie star has been deployed to the beauty and wellness division in its African expedition.
The statement read: “Stella Damasus is a highly celebrated Nigerian celebrity (actor/singer) with a refined skill and several years of experience and expertise, traveling and empowering celebrities across Africa.
“She is tasked with the responsibility to expand the company’s tentacles by acquiring the best talents to fulfill our vision of establishing a flurry of high-end celebrity cosmetic brands across Africa.
“Stella brings with her a wealth of experience and refined skill in talent acquisition that is almost unparalleled in today’s market.
“With her extensive connections in the industry and her acumen for strategic alliances, we believe that Stella will help us to position ourselves as the premier Beauty and Wellness Company, in the nearest future.”
Founded in 1996, NW Tech Capital is involved in the acquisition and investment of small, mid-size, and development-stage private businesses in varied industries.
Police have been invited to investigate the missing of N31 Million from the account section of the Katsina State House, believed to have been stolen by “unknown persons.”
The Director-General in the governor on New Media, Alhaji Al-Amin Isah, who confirmed the incident in an interview with news men today, August 11, said that some of the suspects have already been arrested and are in the police custody undergoing investigation.
“Yes, it’s true that some money was alleged to have been stolen as you have asked. We have already reported the matter to the police for investigation. I can not tell you the exact figure now, but those in the best position will give you more updates, please,”
Sources familiar with what happened told Channels Television that the money stolen was in the sum of N31 million. This is the second time such an incident is happening at the Katsina Government House.
In January 2020, unknown persons allegedly broke into the office of the former Secretary to the Government of Katsina State (SSG), Mustapha Inuwa, and made away with N16 million.
The office which is located at the State Secretariat was said to have been broken into in the night and some suspects were arrested a day after in connection with the incident.
Those arrested included a security guard, and two government officials working in the SSG’s office.
Also in July 2022, the police in Katsina State said it was investigating the alleged stealing of N61 million from a cashier in the office of the Secretary to the State Government, Aminu Darma.
He was allegedly attacked by gunmen while travelling with three bags filled with N61 million cash and shot in the arm before the money was stolen
The gunmen were said to have followed Darma from the bank but he didn’t stop when they tried to stop his car around the Katsina Steel Rolling Company roundabout. Instead, he returned to the metropolitan city and the gunmen continued to chase his car.
He eventually lost control of the car and hit an object which forced him to stop.
In reaction, the police said that the cashier should not have in the first place withdrawn such a huge amount of money without a police escort.
Members of Ebira Community in Owo, Ondo State have condemned some Ebira people who came from outside the community to commit crimes, leaving them in discomfortable position with their hosts.
In an emergency meeting held today, August 11 in the palace of Odeiyani (traditional head of) Anebira in Ondo state, HRH Zubair Dan Musa, the Odeiyani spoke bitterly over the insecurity situation across the state, particularly in Ondo North.
He particular expressed worry that names of Ebira boys featured prominently and were published all over the Media, on the recent attack on a Catholic Church in Owo.
He said that the perpetrators or criminals who were arrested by security agents in connection to the attack and happened to be Ebira, infiltrated the community.
“We will no longer allow any stranger to penetrate us in Ondo state from anywhere, to tarnish the good relationship we have established with the indigenes of Ondo state.
” For a fact which is known to all, including our hosts, Ebira people are known for good character, hardworking and loving minded.”
The community called on the Ebira people in Ondo state to re-strategize and watch properly, strangers that are coming into the community and other settlements within the State.
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has said that Nigerian government has no particular interest in the trial of former Deputy President of the Senate, Ike Ekweremadu, over alleged organ harvest in the United Kingdom.
