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HERE ARE THE HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE INSTALLATION OF ROTN. INI EMEMOBONG AS THE 15TH PRESIDENT OF ROTARY CLUB OF UYO METROPOLIS.
The 15th President of Rotary Club of Uyo Metropolis, Rotarian Ini Ememobong, PHF, was formally presented and installed.
Personalities who have made donations of 1000 U.S Dollars were decorated as PAUL HARRIS FELLOWS (PHFs)
An installation lecture on the Concept and Practice of Tupocracy was delivered by Dr. Godwin Amaowoh.
The Board of Directors to serve in 2021-2022, as well as New Members were inducted
Awards were presented to individuals who have distinguished themselves in service the humanity. Eminent Akwa Ibom people including the Deputy Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Mr Moses Ekpo, MFR were honoured for their contributions towards the welfare and improvement of humanity.
Attendees also made commitment to support Rotary Club Service Projects 2021-2022.
PRESS BRIEFING AT THE NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE SERVICES (DSS) ABUJA ON A JOINT SECURITY OPERATION ON 1ST JULY, 2021 AT IBADAN, OYO STATE
In the early hours (about 0134 hours) of today, 1st July, 2021, a joint team of security operatives raided the residence of Sunday Adeniyi Adeyemo a.k.a. SUNDAY IGBOHO at Soka, Ibadan, Oyo State. This was based on intelligence that he had stockpiled arms in the place. On approach to the residence, the team came under heavy gun attack by nine (9) men, suspected to be IGBOHO’s guards. Six (6) of them were armed with AK-47 gun and Three (3) others, with Pump-Action riffles.
In the course of the exchange, two (2) of IGBOHO’s armed men were gunned down while the rest were subdued and arrested. Only one operative who was shot by the assailants on his right hand sustained injury. He has however received medical attention and is very stable.
Afterwards, the team procedurally searched the house and subsequently recovered the following among others: i. Seven (7) AK-47 assault rifles; ii. Three (3) Pump Action guns; iii. Thirty (30) fully charged AK-47 magazines; iv. Five Thousand (5,000) rounds of 7.62mm ammunition; v. Five (5) Cutlasses, One (1) Jack knife, One (1) Pen Knife vi. Two (2) Pistol holsters; vii. One (1) binoculars viii. A wallet containing Five (5) US Dollars in one (1) Dollar denomination; local and international driver’s licences in his name, ATM Cards, a German residence permit No. YO2N6K1NY bearing his name; ix. Two (2) whistles; x. Fifty (5) Cartridges; xi. Eighteen (18) Walkie-Talkies; xii. Three Voodoo charm jackets/traditional body armour; xiii. Two (2) Laptops (One (1) Toshiba and One (1) Compaq); and xiv. His International Passport and those of many others (as displayed here). Further exploitation and forensic analysis are ongoing.
Aside the items recovered from the building, about thirteen (13) suspects including twelve (12) males and one (1) female were arrested and brought to Abuja. While one suspect is being profiled, the other twelve (12) paraded here are: i. Abdulateef OFEYAGBE ii. Amoda BABATUNDE aka Lady K (female) iii. Tajudeen ERINOYEN iv. Diakola ADEMOLA v. Abideen SHITTU vi. Jamiu NOAH vii. Ayobami DONALD viii. Adelabe USMAN ix. Oluwafelumi KUNLE x. Raji KAZEEM xi. Taiwo OPEYEMI and xii. Bamidele SUNDAY.
Highlights of this brief are to: i. Inform Nigerians and the world that Sunday IGBOHO and his group, in the guise of campaign for self-determination, have become well-armed and determined to undermine public order. This, the arrests and seizures are, no doubt, a confirmation of a grand plan by IGBOHO and his cohorts to wage a violent insurrection against the Nigerian State. ii. Alert foreign missions and licencing authorities within and outside Nigeria about this development and the possibility that IGBOHO could declare some of his personal permit and identity cards missing in order to seek their replacement. iii. Apprise stakeholders that the Five (5) AK-47 assault rifles recovered from the building are suspected to be those collected by IGBOHO’s men from Nigerian Customs and Immigration personnel at Idi Iroko, Ogun State.
The gun duel which lasted for an hour offered IGBOHO the chance to escape. Sunday ADEYEMO a.k.a Sunday IGBOHO is now on the run. IGBOHO may run as far as he can. He may hide as long as he wants. He might have attacked security operatives as his strength carried him. But this will be the end of his shenanigans. Soon, he will not have a hiding place. His strength will sure fail him. And the law will catch up with him. The law may be slow. But it will be steady.
Consequently, ADEYEMO/IGBOHO is advised to turn himself in to the nearest security agency. Those cheering and eulogising him may appeal to or advise him to do the needful. He should surrender himself to the appropriate authorities. He or anyone can never be above the law. Meanwhile, those arrested will be charged accordingly.
The Department of State Services (DSS) has confirmed raiding the residence of Sunday Igboho, self-acclaimed Yoruba activist, in Ibadan, Oyo State capital..
At a briefing on Thursday night, the secret police said Igboho is currently on the run.
Peter Afunanya, spokesman of the DSS, paraded 12 of Igboho’s supporters arrested during the operation.
He also displayed charm, weapons, telephone and passports which he said were recovered from Igboho’s house.
Twitter suspension: House asks FG to continue dialogue with microblogging site
The House of Representatives has asked the Federal Government to continue with the ongoing dialogue with Twitter over the suspension of the microblogging platform in Nigeria, so as to create room for amicable settlement on the matter.
The lawmakers said the Federal Government should be proactive in its interface with Twitter so as to come up with a timely resolution.
The House, while adopting the report of its joint committee on Information, National Orientation, Ethics and Values, Telecommunications, Information and Technology, Justice, and National Security and Intelligence, on Thursday, also said the Federal Government should always communicate to Nigerians whenever such critical decision would be taken.
The lawmakers said the Federal Government should take into cognizance the negative effect of the Twitter suspension on Nigerians who depend on the platform for their livelihood.
The Green Chamber asked the relevant government institutions such as the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) and the Nigeria Communication Satellite to be “alive to their mandate by doing the needful to avoid future occurrence of this nature.”
The House noted that freedom of expression is not absolute anywhere in the world as security and freedom of expression sometimes present contending interests, noting that national security must be guaranteed at all times and that the right to free speech must be protected.
The House had on June 8 mandated the joint committee to swing into action and investigate the Twitter suspension by the government with a view to determining the circumstances that led to the action and the legal framework it relied upon for such.
The joint committee was specifically asked to invite the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed over the matter.
Having concluded its assignment, the committee’s report was brought before the House for consideration with six recommendations made.
REP UNYIME IDEM RECEIVES MEMBERS OF TEAM ORUK-ANAM ……..Assures Constituents more Democratic Dividends and Inclusive
The member representing Ukanafun and Oruk Anam in the federal House of Representatives Hon Unyime Josiah Idem has assured the good people of Oruk Anam of his undying commitment to see to the sustainable development of the area.
Hon Idem made this known while interacting with Team Oruk-Anam in his residence at Ewet Housing, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State who interacted with Hon Idem in gracias of the superlative performance and all round representation they have so far enjoyed from their sagacious parliamentarian in the National Assembly.
Idem who was full of excitement, appreciated the Team Oruk-Anam for deeming it fit in accessing their representative. He reiterated his commitment to fulfilling the campaign promises he made during the 2019 general elections, that it was through the trust and supports of the good people of Oruk Anam and ukanafun people that made it possible for him to emerge a winner in the keenly contested elections.
He took time out to enumerate the many programmes and some people-oriented projects he had leverage for the good people of Ukanafun/OrukAnam federal constituency such of which are; the 5000 youths empowerment, renovation of 36 class room blocks, installing 160 computer sets in Schools in Ukanafun/OrukAnam Federal Constituency, his motion for the revamping of the moribound Nigeria Institute for Oil Palm Research NIFOR located in OrukAnam, motion for the construction of Ikot Ukpong-Eren bridge that has collapsed for about 40 years, the facilitation for the employment of some youths in some federal parastatals in the country, and many others.
Furthermore, Hon maintained that all these and other more are made possible as the result of the continuous supports and goodwill accorded him by the constituency. He enjoined the media practitioners not to use activism as a platform to melt out insults to the elders and political leaders, but to embrace and use it as an avenue to advocate for good governace and peaceful co-existence of the Nigerian states. He pointed out the difference between constructive criticisms and media attacks by upholding that development can only come when the right approaches are endeared to it.
Speaking on behalf of the Team Oruk-Anam, Hon Edwin Udofa, the former vice chairman of Oruk Anam who was the leader of the delegation eulogized the pragmatic leadership of Hon Unyime, and commended the parliamentarian for a fruitful 2 years in the national assembly. In addition, he pleaded with Hon Idem not to deviate and back down from the giant strides he has recorded for himself and good people of Ukanafun/OrukAnam federal constituency, that much more are still expected of him as a representative of federal constituency in the national assembly. He prayed for God to continue to accord his unceasing grace to Hon Unyime to enable him continue his good works in the federal constituency.
ICDA congratulates NATFORCE DG, describes him as a hero of war against insecurity
The President, Igala Cultural and Development Association (ICDA), Alh. Sadiq Amodu Abubakar has lauded National Lawmakers, for passing the bill for an Act to establish the National Task Force on the Prohibition of Illegal Importation of Firearms, Light Weapons, Chemical Weapons and Pipeline Vandalism (NATFORCE) into Law.
The Senate had passed the bill that provided for 3 years jail term or N3 million naira fine or both, as penalties for anyone caught in possession or dealing in firearms in Nigeria. The piece of legislation which is titled; Firearms Act (Amendment) Bill, 2021, amends Section 35 (2) of the Principal Act that previously provided a fine of just N1000 naira as penalty has been reviewed upwards to N3m fine or 3 years jail term or both.
The amendment to Section 35(2), which is captured in Clause 4 of the bill, which now provides for stiffer penalties for the illegal possession of firearms and ammunitions by any individual, organization or corporate entity. The ICDA President in a statement made available to Journalists in Abuja and Lokoja, and signed by its National Assistant on Public Affairs, Mr. Austin Akubo, noted that NATFORCE shall contribute meaningfully to curbing and mitigating the incidences of insecurity, and terrorism, arising from importation and proliferation of firearms and other Weapons into the country.
The ICDA Leader also noted that NATFORCE, is capable of taking away the youths from the streets, as it is capable of generating thousands of employment for the teeming populace, thereby curbing the menace of social vices such as thuggery, violence in all its ramifications; insurgency, militancy and terrorism. “In particular, the ICDA hailef the wisdom of the leadership and membership of the National Assembly led by its Senate President, Senator Ahmed Lawan and the Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, for patriotically passing the Bill into Law”
Describing the director general of NATFORCE, Dr. Baba Mohammed, as “the Hero of our Generation” he lauded him for his dogged determination to make NATFORCE, a reality in the quest to contributing meaningfully to the Security Architecture of Nigeria, towards making the Nation, a safe haven for national and international economic investments, peace, unity and development
STOP CLAIMING CREDIT FOR PROPOSED FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
AKSG WARNS POLITICIANS
The Akwa Ibom State Government has warned politicians to desist from needlessly claiming credit for the approval of a new University of Technology in the state.
The State Government maintained that while it was working assiduously with the federal government to ensure its prompt take off, it expected support and cooperation from all stakeholders and not false claims.
Mrs Idongesit Etiebet, Commissioner for Education who spoke with reporters in her office, thanked God for answering the prayers of the state and also appreciated President Muhammadu Buhari for granting the approval.
“The State Government appreciates President Muhammadu Buhari for graciously approving Akwa Ibom as one of the two states where new Federal Universities of Technology are to be established.
Mrs Idongesit Etiebet noted that it was rather unnecessary for some politicians to come out with claims to the project, and that the approval was an endorsement of the educational reforms of the Udom Emmanuel-led administration
She also revealed that the establishment of the university of technology in Akwa Ibom was in line with the the federal policy of choosing a state from each of the six, geopolitical zones in the country, debunking the claims that some politicians lobbied for the establishment of the university in the state
I’ve interacted with the Honourable Minister of State for Education Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba; and the permanent secretary in Federal Ministry of Education Mr. Sunny Echono, and very soon, modalities will be in place for the new University to commence operations.
It would be recalled that the Federal government had last week announced it’s resolve that the four existing Universities of Technology located in Yola (North East), Akure (South West), Owerri (South East) and Minna (North Central) be upgraded and equipped, while two additional universities of technology to be located in Jigawa and Akwa Ibom States, respectively.
I gladly welcome you to the month of July, the second half of the year 2021.
I understand that the first half of the year was replete with challenges but God be praised that you surmounted them and came out strong.
As we face the remaining part of 2021, I pray that God will bless the works of your hands, keep you away from disaster and cause His blessings to rain on you.
Rest assured that your aspirations are being given due consideration.
Together, let us make our Federal Constituency great again.
BETTER DAYS AHEAD FOR PDP IN AKS, NIGERIA – GOV. EMMANUEL
… As PDP Elects New State Chairman at Special Congress.
Akwa Ibom State Governor and leader of the Peoples Democratic Party in Akwa Ibom State, Mr Udom Emmanuel, has expressed optimism that betters days lie ahead for the Peoples Democratic Party in Akwa Ibom State and Nigeria.
Governor Emmanuel who made the forcast in Uyo, Wednesday June 30, 2021, during the Special PDP State Congress to elect new State Chairman for the Party, noted that given the admirable antecedents and footprints of good governance and people-centric leadership by the PDP in the state and Nigeria, on good governance since 1999, it is only natural to expect better days.
While reminding Nigerians of the gains of good governance that the PDP left when it held the reins of leadership at the center and the superlative performance of the present and past PDP administrations in the State , he encouraged the party faithful not to relent in their strong resolve to stick with the party that has given much to Akwa Ibom people and Nigerians.
Earlier in his address, the Former Acting State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Rt. Hon. Lawrence Udosen thanked the Governor and leader of the PDP in Akwa Ibom State, Mr Udom Emmanuel for what he described as the highly purposeful and committed way he has led the Party and the State in the last six years, stressing that Akwa Ibom people and the Party have reaped tremendous benefits from Governor Emmanuel’s dynamic and visionary leadership.
The National Legal Adviser of the party, Barr. Emmanuel Enoidem, at the event noted that the election is in line with the party’s constitution on matters of filling vacant positions at such level. Enoidem who served as the Chairman of the Local Organising Committee of the special congress also stated that in accordance with the party’s constitution, the candidate to fill in the vacant position must come from the area of the previous occupant who could not complete his tenure.
Just before signalling the commencement of Voting processes, the Chairman of Akwa Ibom State Special Congress Electoral Committee, Barr. Edmund Mark, had announced that a total of 3874 delegates would be voting at the Special Congress.
Declaring the results after the voting exercise, the Chairman of Akwa Ibom State Special Congress Electoral Committee, Barr. Edmund Mark, announced that the sole candidate, Aniekan Akpan, polled a total 3,818 votes, to emerged as State Chairman of PDP in Akwa Ibom State.
He commended Delegates for the orderly manner they conducted themselves throughout the voting process stressing that the congress was roundly successful.
The elected State Chairman was sworn-in immediately after the declaration of results.
In his acceptance speech, the new State Chairman of the PDP, Rt. Hon. Aniekan Akpan, paid tribute to his departed predecessor whom he said laid a solid foundation for the present State Executive Committee of the Party before his unfortunate departure, promising to vigorously pursue the lofty ideals and visions that the late Udo Ekpenyong stood for.
The new State Chairman pledged his commitment to pursue “politics without bitterness” and to, with the support of the entire party structure in the state, champion a formidable support for the Completion and Succession agenda of Governor Udom Emmanuel, in view to make Akwa Ibom State greater.
Rt. Hon. Akpan, had served as Principal of many Secondary schools in Akwa Ibom State. He had also served as Chairman of Ukanafun Local Government Council, member of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly and Commissioner for Education in the state, before assuming office today as 7th State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party.
The Special elective State congress was conducted for the sole purpose of producing a replacement for the late State Chairman, Obong Udo Ekpenyong, who passed on in January 2021. The new State Chairman of the party, is to serve out the four-year term of the late Obong Udo Ekpenyong.
The Congress was observed by a delegation from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the media, Strategic Observer Organisations, among others.
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