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  • Enugu Community Celebrates Reinstatement Of Sacked Traditional Ruler Amidst Protest

    Reinstated traditional ruler of Ishi-Ozalla Community, Igwe Sylvanus Okeke

    The people of Ishi-Ozalla community in Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State, Monday, called for a strategic partnership among communities with the state government to sustain peace and provision of democratic dividends to the people.

    The President General of the community, Mr Chinedu Orji, stated this while appreciating the Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mbah, for reinstating the community’s ousted traditional ruler, Igwe Sylvanus Okeke.

    Okeke was suspended in 2022 by the administration of former Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.

    Mr Orji said, “The reinstatement has given the community a sense of belonging. I urge all sons and daughters of our community to be in vanguard of peace for sustainable development.

    “Our Igwe was suspended for no reason and since then, members of the community are not happy. But thank God today that the governor has called him back.”

    The traditional Prime Minister of the community, Chief Ralph Ugwu, and a community leader, Mr Innocent Nwaoha- Obodo, commended the state government for listening to the voice of justice.

    Ugwu said, “The get-together was to further express our loyalty with the traditional ruler and to thank the state government for the restatement.”

    A member of Edeaniegu clan, Chief Chukwuma Nweke, pledged total support to Igwe Sylvanus Okeke. He advised aggrieved members of the community to consider the interest of the community.

    He said, “Some interests should not drag the entire community into an unnecessary crisis. We are fully in support of Igwe Sylvanus Okeke.”

    The reinstated traditional ruler commended his people for standing by him, and promised to rule his people with fear of God devoid of discrimination, segregation and oppression of any section or parts.

    A faction of the community had last week rejected the reinstatement of the traditional ruler. They claimed that all the issues that resulted in his suspension had not been resolved.

    According to the President General of Edeaniagu clan, Chief Uchenna Nweke, “The issue is not about reinstating the suspended Igwe. Ishi-Ozalla is currently divided into two: the Edeaniagu people have their own leader in the person of His Majesty, Chief Don Sylvester Chinedu Nweke, even before Igwe Okeke was coronated. You cannot ostracize such population in a community, bar them from participating in any community election and you expect them to still follow you.

    “You suspend someone with reasons and when you reinstate him, what about those reasons for his suspension? Were they met?”

    Also speaking, the Secretary General of the Clan, Chief Chris Uzochukwu, expressed surprise that the state made such pronouncement without looking at any of the reconciliatory options put in place by the past administration.

    Enugu Community Celebrates Reinstatement Of Sacked Traditional Ruler Amidst Protest is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

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  • FCCPC seals Abuja Chinese Supermarket

    FCCPC seals Abuja Chinese Supermarket

    The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has sealed the Chinese supermarket located within the China General Chamber of Commerce in Abuja. The supermarket came under heavy criticism after some Nigerians alleged that the owners barred Nigerians from making purchases in the supermarket.  Read here.

     

    The FCCPC officials stormed the supermarket today April 22 and interrogated the Nigerian workers at the supermarket. The workers told the FCCPC officials that CCTV footage showed that the owner of the supermarket, a Chinese lady, Cindy Liu Bei, fled the premises with her family at about 8:26 am today.

     

    The FCCPC officials subsequently shut down the supermarket.

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  • BREAKING: Nigerian Army Dismisses Two Personnel In Lagos Over Theft At Dangote Refinery

     

     

    The Nigerian Army has confirmed the dismissal of two soldiers, Corporal Innocent Joseph and Lance Corporal Jacob Gani, over alleged theft of armoured cables at the Dangote Refinery premises in Lagos State.

    The army’s spokesman, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, in a statement on Monday obtained by SaharaReporters said the two personnel were dismissed over the disgraceful incident which occurred on April 14.

    “In line with Nigerian Army’s  (NA) commitment  to upholding high standard of professionalism, integrity and discipline, the NA wishes to update the general public on the outcome of the investigation into the alleged theft of armoured cables at the Dangote Refinery premises on 14th April 2024, involving Corporal Innocent Joseph and Lance Corporal Jacob Gani.

    “Sequel to a thorough investigation conducted in collaboration with the management of the company, the two soldiers were found to have abandoned their duty post and to be in unauthorized possession of the  materials. Subsequently, they were both charged for Failure to Perform Military Duties punishable under section 57, sub section (1) and Other Civil Offences punishable under section 114, sub section (1) of the Armed Forces Act CAP A20, the Law of the Federation of Nigeria 2004.

    “They were summarily tried. During the trial, the evidence against them was presented and they were given the opportunity to present their cases and defend themselves, but were however found guilty of the charges levelled against them in accordance with military laws.

    “As a demonstration of NA’s zero-tolerance for misconduct and criminality within its ranks, the two soldiers have been dismissed from the NA with immediate effect and handed over to relevant authorities for further prosecution.

    “This decisive action underscores the NA’s resoluteness in maintaining its institutional integrity and reputation.” 

     

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  • Rivers Assembly overrides Gov Fubara on LGA law, orders elections

    In a move that signals a potential power struggle, the Rivers State House of Assembly on Monday, overrode Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s veto on a bill amending the state’s Local Government Law.

    The new law strips the governor of the power to appoint caretaker committee chairmen for local government areas (LGAs) and mandates the conduct of LGA elections upon the expiration of current officials’ terms.

    This is the first time the Assembly has overruled Governor Fubara, who took office on May 29 last year.

    Speaker of the House, Martin Amaewhule, argued that the governor’s veto indicated a reluctance to hold LGA elections. ”

    ” The key thing here is this law removes the power of the Governor to appoint caretaker committee chairmen,” he stated.

    Amaewhule also informed the House that the governor had refused to sign an amendment to the local government law.

    He added: “Members are already aware that we forwarded the amended bill to the governor for his assent on the 14th day of March and as it stands the government has chosen to withhold his assent by not getting back to us. So we are empowered by the constitution to make progress and where necessary override the governor’s assent. ”

    The House deliberated on the development and the bill was then put into vote.

    22 lawmakers voted for the House to veto the governor with none either against or abstaining.

    Confirming the passage Mr Amaewhule said: “By this voting, the Rivers state Local Government Amendment law of 2018 is hereby passed for the second time and the assent of the governor is no longer required in line with section 100 subsection 5 of the 1999 Constitution as altered. The clerk will forward this law to the governor, the attorney general, and the Chief Judge of the state so they can do the needful”.

    This power shift could significantly impact local governance in Rivers State.

    It remains to be seen how Governor Fubara will respond. The legality of the Assembly’s override may be challenged, potentially leading to a court battle. This episode underscores a growing tension between the executive and legislative branches in Rivers State, with the implications for governance yet to be fully understood.

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  • Judge Vacates Order Suspending Ganduje As APC National Chairman

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    A Kano State High Court presided by Justice Usman Na’Abba on Monday vacated the order he earlier gave suspending Dr Abdullahi Ganduje as a member of the All Progressive Congress (APC).

    The applicants Haladu Gwanjo and Laminu Sani Barguma who claimed to be the Chairman and Secretary respectively of the APC Ganduje Ward in Dawakin Tofa Local Government area of the State, had secured an order suspending Ganduje as the Chairman of the Party.

    The respondents in the suit are the APC, the National Working Committee (APC), The State Executive Committee APC Kano Chapter and Ganduje.

    Justice Na’Abba,granted the order upon reading a Motion Ex-Parte together with 27 paragraph affidavit dated April 22 sworn to by one Glory Adah a litigation secretary in the 4th respondent solicitors law firm.

    “After hearing, Mr L. O. Oyewoo, A. Falana Esq and J. Essiet , counsel of the 4th Respondent/Applicant, an order of interim injunction is hereby granted,” he held.

    The Interim Injunction order is for staying of the execution of the order of interim injunction contained in the ruling of the court delivered on April 17, directing parties to maintain status quo ante as at April 15, in relation to the suspension of Ganduje from the APC by the Ganduje Ward Executive Committee pending the hearing and determination of the 4th respondent/applicant Motion on Notice.

    The Judge then adjourned the matter until April 30 for hearing of the case.

    Judge Vacates Order Suspending Ganduje As APC National Chairman is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

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  • Gunmen kill Babcock University professor, kidnap two others at event centre in Ogun

    Gunmen kill Babcock University professor, kidnap two others at event centre in Ogun

    Gunmen have killed a professor of law at the Babcock University, Dr. Olowojobi Yinka, and abducted two others in Iperu town, Ogun State.

     

    The gunmen dressed in black attires and said to be eight in number, attacked the Ajadeh Event Centre located on Sagamu Road in the Iperu area around 9.20pm last Friday, April 19, 2024. 

     

    It was gathered that the lecturer was shot dead for resisting attempt to take him away by the gunmen.

     

    Spokesperson of the State Police Command, SP Omolola Odutola, who confirmed the incident in a statement said one of the abducted persons is a car dealer known as Dare.

     

    She added that report from the Iperu Division indicates that the kidnapping and murder incident occurred on the 19th of April, 2024, at about 9:20 pm.

     

    “It was reported that gunshots were heard at the Ajadeh Event Centre on Sagamu Road in the Iperu area in Ogun State,” the statement read.

     

    “Eye witnesses were able to count eight men dressed in black and armed with guns emerged from an unknown place into the relaxing lounge and opened fire indiscriminately, where one person later identified as a lecturer at Babcock University named Olowojobi Yinka, was shot in the chest, for resisting to go away with the hoodlums, at their prompt, while a manager of a car stand, simply known as Dare “m” the third person is yet to be identified.

     

    “A suspicious coincidence led the police to arrest one Awada Ishaya “m” of Plateau State who was employed two weeks ago when the event center was launched as a security man for further interrogation.

     

    “The lecturer was taken to Babcock University Teaching Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Efforts are underway to apprehend the culprits and rescue the kidnapped victims. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.”

     

     

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  • BREAKING: Nigerian Army Dismisses Two Soldiers Arrested For Stealing Cables At Dangote Refinery After SaharaReporters’ Report

     

     

    The Nigerian Army has confirmed the dismissal of two of its personnel who allegedly stole armoured cables at the Dangote Refinery in Lagos.

     

    SaharaReporters last Tuesday exclusively reported that two army personnel had been arrested for vandalising and stealing armoured cables at the refinery.

     

    The suspects were identified as CPL Innocent Joseph and L/CPL Jacob Gani.

     

    Dangote Refinery, which is owned by Dangote Group, was inaugurated on the 22nd of May 2023 in the Ibeju-Lekki area of Lagos State.

     

     

     

     

    In a press statement issued by Onyema Nwachukwu on Monday, the army authorities said the suspects were summarily tried in accordance with Armed Forces Act and were eventually found guilty of the alleged offences.

     

    The statement reads: “The Nigerian Army (NA) wishes to inform the general public of the outcome of the investigation into the alleged theft of armoured cables at the Dangote Refinery premises on 14 Apr 24; involving one Corporal Innocent Joseph and Lance Corporal Jacob Gani.

     

     

     

    “The investigation conducted in collaboration with the management of the company implicated the two soldiers of unauthorized possession of these materials. In accordance with military laws, the soldiers were summarily tried, given the privilege to present their cases and subsequently found guilty of the charges levied against them.

    “In line with our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and discipline, the two soldiers involved have been dismissed from the NA with immediate effect and handed over to relevant authorities for further prosecution. This decision underscores the NA’s zero-tolerance for any form of misconduct and criminal activities within its ranks.

    “The NA once again condemns this act which could tarnish the image and reputation of this revered institution and also undermine the trust and confidence the public imposed in their Army.”

     

     

    “Furthermore, the NA reassures the public and stakeholders of its unwavering dedication to upholding integrity, discipline, and accountability across all levels. We remain resolute in our duty to protect and serve the nation with honour, dignity, and in utmost good faith. We urge the public to continue to support the efforts of the NA in maintaining law and order, safeguarding national security, and promoting peace and stability across board,” the army added.

     

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  • UNREDEEMED PRIZES: Phyna rallies Nigerians against BBNaija sponsors

    The winner of the 2022 edition of the Big Brother Naija (BBN) “Level Up” edition, Josephine Ijeoma Otabor aka Phyna, has once again rallied support from Nigerians against the organisers of the much-followed reality TV show.

    In a message published on Saturday on her official X Twitter, the reality TV actress urged Nigerians join her in the fights to get her prizes from the show organisers.

    Phyna wondered why Nigerians have not spoken up about the organisers failure to fulfill their promise.

    She asked the citizens to take action now rather than waiting until injustice victims were no longer alive.

    She wrote:

    “Just thinking out loud……… A very big organisation is making me go through stress of not getting my prices as promised since 2022…. And Nigerians are yet to say anything because is PHYNA!!!!.

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    This comes weeks after the Practitioners of Content Creation, Skit-making, and Influencers Guild of Nigeria (PCCSIGN) wrote a petition to Multichoice Nigeria, the organisers of the Big Brother Naija reality TV show.

    In a letter written by its acting president, Michael Obinna Nwabufor, and posted on its Instagram page, PCCSIGN noted that Phyna was still owed a portion of the money she won from the show two years later.

    The letter read: “We, the Practitioners of Content Creating, Skit-making, and Influencers Guild (PCCSIGN), write to you on behalf of Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, known as “Phyna’, a valued member of our guild, regarding the outstanding debts owed by Quidax Global (1BTC = $70,052.00), Seven-Up Bottling Company (Pepsi) (1 year supply of Pepsi products), Travelbeta (a trip for 2 to Dubai), and Evans Industries (Unik Soap) (1 year supply of soap product), which constitute part of the prizes she won as the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 7 (Level Up), held from July 23rd to October 2nd, 2022.”

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