Barely 2 days to presidential election Former Governor of Imo State, Emeka Ihedioha, has urged the Southeast to vote for the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar on Saturday.
Ihedioha speaking during a town hall meeting organised by PDP youths tagged: “Youths and students as catalysts for PDP’s 2023 general election” in Owerri, the state capital said Atiku’s victory would resolve the anger in the Southeast’s people caused by marginalisation.
While emphasizing on the need to unify the country Ihedioha said the youths should not make the mistake of voting for another party that will compound the woes of the nation promising that PDP will win twenty-five percent across the States plus FCT,
He however condemned the insecurity situation in the state calling on Nigerians to vote in the president that will restore security so the citizens will have access to their villages with out fear of harassment or intimidation
In the past few months leading to the general elections, the Nigerian political terrain became rife with mudslinging, hate speeches, and misinformation of all sorts.
Also, permutations flew high about whomever various analysts speculate to be the next president of the country and ideologies were consigned to the back burner as insults become tradable commodities to push the agenda of many camps.
It is instructive that voters make informed choices by finding out for themselves which candidate is best for the job, taking into account their past record of achievements to ensure the prosperous nation we want, which is the reason why I am appealing for us to cast our votes peacefully for the candidates of our choice. Downplaying the ethnic and religious cards is a logical necessity at this juncture.
Indeed, at this juncture of our nation’s history, a careful and focused exercise of our voting-right is more than mere civic responsibility; it is the only way we can move our country forward and for that change to happen, it begins with each one of us.
There may be a thousand reasons you might just want to stay indoors on that day such as the usual fear of the unknown, Naira scarcity, skepticism or doubt about whom to cast your vote for, I don’t care attitude, and indeed, a host of other ‘reasons’ but remember that it is a necessary sacrifice for the kind of change we desire – the kind of change that impacts the future we envisage for our children and future generations.
It all begins with our vote! In that light, my personal conviction is that a vote for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed, of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is a vote well cast, one that will bring prosperity because he is tested, trusted, and capable of birthing the Nigerian dream as a visionary, pragmatic and compassionate leader with many other admirable traits.
Tinubu possesses a unique vision that allows him to see the big picture and the ability to convey the such vision to others, helping them to stay motivated and engaged. He is a strategic and critical thinker, he demonstrates empathy, engages in active listening, and builds meaningful working relationships with people around him. He is authentic and self-aware, open-minded and creative, flexible, and open to new ideas. He is a dependable person with unshakeable determination, courage, and has respect for others’ opinions.
He is a proven leader that many people admire and pretend to hate at the same time just for the fact that he is a great leader with exceptional leadership qualities. Tinubu is a bridge builder, who has often united regions, ethnic, and religious groups, a symbol that indicates his capability to strengthen national unity if allowed to lead the country.
A man with the interest of his people at heart, Tinubu – more than any other Nigerian politician – has built several young people in many areas of endeavor and not just governance. A lover of youth, this is evident in the fact that youth constitute a significant proportion of his administration and this is a legacy that continues in Lagos State.
It is therefore time that youths built on that desired pathway that would see them transit without encumbrance into true leaders of tomorrow.
A devout Muslim husband to a devoted Christian wife who is a Pastor, Tinubu undoubtedly is the quintessential leader for a nation at the crossroads. Play your patriotic part in this great historical process; go out on Saturday, February 25, 2023 to cast your vote as a responsible citizen. Vote Asiwaju Bola Ahmed for a prosperous, forward-moving and peacefully united Nigeria. Vote for the APC.
Idris Aregbe is the Southwest Secretary, National Youth mobilisation for APC PCC.
A Political Group In Ilorin , The Kwara State State capital known as Save Kwara Group has accused the Kwara state Government of bribing a policeman directly from the state Treasury just days before the General Elections.
Governor Abdulraman Abdulraman Abdulrazak has started a last-minute payment to Police Officers in Kwara state, a move that appears illegal, as the Federal Police are statutorily paid by the Federal Government the group spokesman Kassim Ishola said.
Governor Abdulrazak’s payment to police officers on the eve of the Presidential election has been seen by political watchers in the state as a discreet bribe to buy the Loyalty of the same Police Force that has been ignored in the state as they have lacked equipment, uniform, and ammunition.
In Several screenshots obtained, a sum of 10,000 has been paid with the reference “Red cross project” into the accounts of the Policemen in the state, with more money going to officers higher up, it remains to be seen if this is in contravention of the Electoral act and the money laundering laws in Nigeria. According to multiple sources in the Police, the alert was unexpected and the surprising part is the source designation: “Kwara State Government Suregate”, many were bewildered that the state itself decided to pay from the official treasury.
In the middle of a cash crunch that has led to protests and riots, Nigerians will go to the polls to elect the next President on Saturday, and many have complained that while the cash crunch may have been planned to curb vote buying, it could actually exacerbate the issue as most people are in need of cash and others believe scrupulous politicians may resort to mass credit alerts like the one in Kwara state.
Nestled in the heart of Ekwegbe, Enugu, the proposed Maduka University is rapidly taking shape, promising to revolutionise education and tourism in Nigeria. With over 85% completion, the university, which sprawls across 450 hectares of land, is set to become the first entrepreneurship-focused institution in the country. It is the brainchild of Dr. Samuel Maduka Onyishi, a business mogul and founder of Peace Group.
Intending to be city-like, the institution has also made stunning provisions for staff quarters, a world-class campus stadium, an international guest house, a lake resort, a park and recreation centre to cater for children, and most importantly, a primary and secondary school with full boarding facilities. In fact, its secondary school, called Maduka University College, has already begun operations, having opened its doors to welcome secondary school students during the last academic session.
Many might wonder why another private university is being built when quite a number already exist. But what sets Maduka University apart from other higher institutions is its singular focus on entrepreneurship.
Every student will take classes on entrepreneurship that will give them the skills they need to be successful on their own before and after they graduate without having to rely on traditional white-collar jobs.
Even though Maduka University is a private school, it wants to offer a world-class education at a price that the average Nigerian can afford.
The founder of the university, Dr. Onyishi, explains that his mission is rooted in a desire to give back to society and help address the country's ongoing unemployment crisis. As he notes, many Nigerian universities remain theory-focused and don't provide students with the skills they need to succeed in the real world. The lack of entrepreneurial knowledge, skills, and spirit among young people only exacerbates this issue. With the unemployment rate rising, the entrepreneurship gap remains wide.
To make this university a reality, Dr. Onyishi is solely financing the multi-billion naira project from his pocket without any external support, which is a commendable feat!
Upon completion and successful accreditation by the NUC, Maduka University will be the rallying hub for educational acquisition, the training ground for the nation's next set of great entrepreneurs and business leaders, and a credible alternative for Nigerians who desire quality education at an affordable cost.
Hopefully, this will inspire other entrepreneurs to invest in Nigeria's education sector.
Maduka University College is the secondary school of the proposed Maduka University.
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The Federal Governments’ Special Investigative Panel on Oil Theft/Losses, has called for deliberate conversations to drive legal reforms that would provide stiffer penalties to culpable entities involved in oil theft.
Chairman of the Panel and Interim Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme PAP Maj. Gen. Barry Ndiomu (retd) while speaking on Tuesday in Abuja at a One-Day Stakeholders Confernce on Oil Theft/Losses, said “frank discussions” must be held to enable the country “crack the code” and put an end to the “criminal enterprise” of oil theft.
The Panel Chairman regretted that the menace of oil theft has had enormous negative impact on Nigeria’s crude oil production, plunging output to a 13-year low of 800,000bpd. He reiterated that strategic consultations have been held with state governments of the Niger Delta region and other critical stakeholders to that effect.
Gen. Ndiomu thus advocated for application of modern technologies to protect oil assets, and a review of security architecture in the region with a view to stem the “sophisticated network of complicity between elements from the host communities, security agencies and industry players”.
While declaring the Conference open, Vice President Yemi Oshibajo noted that the Oil and Gas industry is facing serious threat, as crude oil theft which happens on a large scale, is sabotaging Government efforts.
Osinbajo who noted that organized oil theft does not happen without the conspiracy of critical state institutions, said the Federal Government must now take up the task of continually engaging host communities to douse their grievances.
“It is important to sit down with these local communities to engage and talk to them. So that we are able to understand what is going on and profer solutions”. We must hold people in authority to account on what is going on,” he added.
The VP further urged host communities to desist from attacking oil installations in the region, adding that continuous occurrence of crude oil theft threatens the credibility of Government.
National Security Adviser (NSA) Maj. Gen. Babagana Monguno (retd) observed that the problem of oil theft has developed to disturbing levels. “This is because the criminals have now increased the level of sophistication, considering the various methods they employ to tap primary pipelines with illegal secondary pipes to load on barges and sell to international collaborators, or to process locally for illicit domestic sale,” he said.
He expressed Government’s commitment to address the issues of oil theft with a comprehensive approach, adding that crude oil theft is arguably the biggest issue in Nigeria.
The NSA noted that so far, 83 oil tankers involved in crude oil theft have been arrested, while theft of over 3 million barrels of crude oil have been prevented, and 11 million litres of petrol and diesel recovered.
Similarly, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Chief Timipre Slyva alluded to the monumental drop in crude oil production and loss of revenue due to wide scale theft and vandalization of oil assets.
He added that concerted efforts by Government in securing oil assets is yielding positive results, and that the tempo will be sustained to achieve the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) quota.
Also present at the One-Day Conference, were all Security Service Chiefs, Traditional Rulers from the Niger Delta Region, representatives from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and other critical stakeholders of the oil and gas industry.
INTRODUCTION A candidate with a strong track record of fiscal, strategic, administrative and leadership skills, who is considered most suitable to pilot the affairs of Kwara State to a desirable level for all patriotic kwarans, where the State economy will generally appreciate, Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) is expected to improve, employment opportunities will be generated, infrastructural projects will be massively undertaken, welfare and capacity building of the State workforce will be accorded priority, this is no other person but ALH. SHUAIB YAMAN ABDULLAHI (SYA)
SYA is a Nupe native from Ankurifun Shonga, Shonga Emirate of Edu Local Government Area (LGA), Kwara State. He was born to the family of Alhaji Abdullahi popularly known as Alhaji Bacita.
EDUCATION
He had his primary education at Native Authority Primary School, Shonga, which was renamed Central Primary School between 1964 and 1969. Thereafter, he proceeded to Gov't Sec. Such. Omu-Aran where he completed his Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) between 1970 and 1974. Because of his excellent academic performance during his secondary education, he was immediately offered admission at the School of Basic Studies, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria for one year Interim Jamb Matriculation Program and subsequently absorbed into the Department of Business Administration, where he graduated as the best graduating student with Upper Second Class Division (2.1) in 1979.
CAREER
Following his attractive academic result upon graduation, he was offered letters of employment from different private organizations as well as the public sector. He however commenced his career sojourn as Asst. Secretary, Economic Relation Department of Ministry of External Affairs in July 1980 during which he participated in Bauxite, Joint Venture with Guinea as well as several write-ups for the Federal Government.
In September 1980, he transferred his career service to SCOA Motor & SCOAGRI, a private company with headquarters in Lagos, which deals in Agricultural machinery, motor vehicles and other agricultural-related services.
He was enlisted into the company as Trainee Manager and rose to Branch Manager, Commercial Manager and subsequently Deputy General Manager in 1988, after which he voluntarily resigned.
In his determination to be an employer of labour, in 1989, he established Agromatrix Nigeria Limited, with head office in Kaduna, Kaduna State, where hundreds of persons were gainfully employed.
RESPONSIBILITIES UNDERTAKEN BY SYA DURING HIS CAREER
As a Branch Manager, SCOA Motor ( Kano, Jan 1987, Kaduna 1984-86, Maiduguri 1981 - 84)
1. He was responsible for the development of marketing of hard-line merchandise especially agricultural machinery
2. He oversaw marketing, personnel management, accounting and..corporate target realization
As a Commercial Manager, SCOA MOTOR (1987 - 88)
1. He oversaw operational activities of all branches in Northern Nigeria i.e Kaduna, Kano, Sokoto, Maiduguri, Yola, Katsina, Ilorin, Minna, Jos and Bauchi.
2. Development of market strategies for marketing agricultural machinery, motor vehicles and other agricultural services.
3. Writing proposals for Agricultural projects for machinery acquisition, tractor hire unit and out-grower schemes for big agricultural projects.
4. Securing agricultural finance from Nigeria Agricultural and Cooperative Banks (NACB), other development Banks and merchant bank projects willing to procure machinery from SCOA in the North
As Deputy General Manager, SCOA Motor
1. Directly responsible to the General Manager and Chief Executive of the SCOA Motor at the company Headquarters in Lagos.
As a Chairman, Agromatrix Nigeria Limited.
1. Recruited more than fifty (50) Nigerians.
2. Trained and empowered more than thirty (30) Nigerians, who are now successful and independent business moguls in their fields across Nigeria
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT APPOINTMENTS AND BOARD MEMBER
1. Federal Commissioner, Revenue Mobilization and Fiscal Commission. (2019 - date)
2. Member, Mineral and Metals National Technical Working Group for Vision 20: 2020
3. Member, Abuja Investment Company Board (2018 - 2019
The crisis in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has taken a new dimension as different factions have now endorsed three different presidential candidates while its own standard-bearer, Dumebi Kachikwu, continues to express displeasure over the moves by the party.
Meanwhile, elements in the party have on different occasions announced their endorsements for the presidential candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), All Progressives Congress (APC) and Labour Party (LP), Atiku Abubakar, Bola Tinubu and Peter Obi, respectively.
But the gale of endorsement has met stiff resistance from the presidential candidate of the party, Dumebi Kachikwu, who has dismissed it as the handiwork of people trying to allegedly sell the party for a pittance.
Tribune Online checks on Monday revealed that the party standard-bearer is livid that those he referred to as corrupt party members are making his campaign difficult by creating the impression that the party has no presidential candidate.
Sources close to Dumebi Kachikwu affirmed that due to the actions of a few members of the party, he has been unable to kick off his presidential campaign in states because he has been left with nobody to welcome him.
“The other day, they endorsed PDP, APC and today again, it is Labour after collecting money from them. How can one party endorse three parties? That means what am saying is true,” the source lamented.
Kachikwu’s camp is however, blaming the situation on the erstwhile national chairman of the party, Chief Ralph Nwosu, who, despite being ousted by the court for overstaying his tenure, is believed to still be in control of much of its affair.
Latest report on ADC’s endorsement of the Peter Obi presidential bid was said to have come at the heels of the formation of a grand coalition working for the realization of the LP victory in Saturday’s presidential election.
Kwarans will go to the polls on the 11th of March to elect a new Governor or return the incumbent Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazak. The election will be a referendum on Abdulrahman Abdulrazak’s tenure in office. The Guber election in Kwara is already shaping up to be a hard-fought race between 5 parties, The incumbent APC, PDP, YPP, SDP and NNPP.
In 2019, Kwarans were hoodwinked by latter day saviors into the Otoge mini revolution that got Governor Abdulrazaq elected to office, ever since then people have complained about the lack of experience from the Governor and his retinue of appointees and aides. The Governor started his tenure by picking fights with fellow APC members and Otoge crooners. He then started a war of supremacy and vendetta against the Saraki Family, as if that will endear him more to everyday Kwarans that only needed to see the dividends of Democracy and good governance.
The Governor pushed out the state Party Exco that helped elect him into office and then factionalized the party, The party then broke into two with the BOB faction moving to set up another secretariat. All efforts by the national headquarters and leaders of the party from the North Central zone to reconcile the feuding factions failed. The Governor did not welcome any reconciliation efforts, he went on to alienate and heavily criticize other party leaders like lhaji Lai Mohammed, Minister of Information and Culture, Sen. Gbemisola Saraki, Minister of State, Solid Mineral Development, Akogun Iyiola Oyedepo, Prof. Oba Abdulrahim, former Vice Chancellor, University of Ilorin and ex-chairman, Federal Character Commission (FCC), Hon. Hakeem Lawal, Alh. Yakubu Gobir, Alh. Yahaya Seriki, Alh. Yaman Abdullahi, Hon. Saheed Popoola, and many of the APC leaders in the state.
Asides from internal party squabbles, his personal vendetta againt the former Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki led him to abandon all previous projects and failed to propose a coherent plan for everyday Kwarans, he was busy with personal fights and four years later, there is a consensus that the Governor has failed Kwarans and he cannot point to any achievement in his first term in office as he seeks another term. Unlike 2019’s Otoge, the main slogan in Kwara is now Osu wa- meaning we are tired.
The original O to Ge – APC platform of 2019 has now broken into pieces such that a quarter is now populating Social Democratic Party (SDP), led by Akeem Lawal, the gubernatorial candidate. Another quarter is in the New Nigerian People’s Party (NNPP) where Prof. Oba Abdulrahim (Oba Abu), another former APC chieftain, is the flagbearer, while a third quarter is in Young People’s Party (YPP) led by Yakubu Gobir, formerly of APC, who is the gubernatorial candidate. All these former allies are set to do battle with the Governor.
The PDP elected Yaman Abdulahi as its Governorship candidate in a transparent process, and he has immediately hit the ground running with his campaign. Abdulahi Yaman is a renowned businessman from Tsonga, Kwara North. The ABU Zaria graduate has shown his capacity in the private sector by building multiple successful companies and he is now ready to give back to the people of Kwara by serving them
Abdulahi Yaman has identified mechanized Agriculture in Kwara as one of the most important sectors in the state and he has promised to provide 20,000 jobs through cotton production, Abdulahi Yaman believes the axis of Barunten and Kaiama Local Government Areas of Kwara state could boast of cotton production, and he will establish a ginnery to create jobs by working with the private sector.
According to him, “I have spoken to Chinese companies who could build generators powered by coal. We have coal in abundance in nearby Kogi that can assist in power generation needed by the cotton clusters we intend to create with that, we can make our product competitive and undercut illegal imports, providing jobs from which tax can be paid to the government”.
Human capital development is another core area of focus, which is why it wasn’t surprising when he was endorsed by the National Association of Kwara State Students (NAKSS). The President of NAKSS, Mr Alawaye Musbau decried the state of investment in Education and human capital development by the incumbent APC Government and stated that the PDP candidate is the only alternative after they held interactive sessions with all the other opposition candidates in the state. Abdulahi Yaman thanked them and stated that no child will be denied public education and promised to revive the student loan board to guarantee uninterrupted schooling for pupils in the state.
The PDP candidate has also promised to continue the legacy of previous PDP administrations by completing abandoned projects that Governor Abdulrazak has ignored because of personal differences, as Kwarans go to the polls, we must consider the platform that has done it before, the one that gave us great infrastructure, an aviation school, a state University and multiple roads, we must ignore the mistake of 2019 to avoid voting inexperienced people with a rush of blood to the head, it is important to make informed decisions for our future.
Small money, great value: itel teams up with Airtel for deal of the year.
By now, you must have heard about the all-exciting launch of the itel A60 by foremost smartphone makers, itel, and I am sure you also know by now that the device was unveiled in partnership with one of the world’s largest mobile network providers, Airtel.
Also recall that at the official launch of the itel A60, it was disclosed that device taps into the 4G technology to deliver smooth internet experience and it is a given that for this to work, there must be a steady connection and of course, abundant data!
To this end, itel has made provisions for you to not just obtain the itel A60 at a mouthwatering N45,900 but also for you to have access to big data bundles at little cost, all thanks to the partnership with Airtel.
The itel-Airtel partnership is not just about signing documents and memoranda of understanding, but a deliberate partnership geared at building on the success of serving you and in keeping with the smartphone giants’ culture of meeting all the phone needs of its customers.
This is why it can be established for a fact that the coming together of these two giants to deliver the itel A60 4G enabled smartphone is the best combination to come out of the smartphone-mobile network industry.
The smartphone is not just affordable, it comes out tops compared to other products of the same price and performance range. With its SC9832E and 32+2GB platform and memory, alongside other features, it is indubitable that itel did not come to play!
itel A60: 4G for Everyone and Amazing Data Bundles
Last year, Airtel ran a double data campaign where subscribers got data doubled to 3GB but this time, there’s an even better deal on the itel A60. For six months, you do not have to worry about spending heavily on data bundles because itel and Airtel have got you covered.
What if you were told that on the itel A60, 1,000 naira would get you 5GB worth of data?
For the first six months after you purchase the itel A60, you get 5GB data every time you buy 1,000 naira airtime. The process of getting this is easy and time efficient. All you need do is send the IMEI number of your itel A60 Airtel and boom! You get a code to opt into the offer for six months!
What’s your IMEI? It is the 15-digit number on the back of the itel A60’s box, just above the bar code. If you are not an Airtel subscriber, here’s your chance to join the winning team: itel A60 + Airtel= 4G for everyone, Big Data Plans and an all-round amazing mobile phone experience.
Existing itel consumers already know that it makes good on all its promises and that’s why in the years past, it has recorded tremendous successes that have made it the toast of all and sundry. In 2022 alone, itel ranked 15th amongst Most Admired Brands in Africa (brand AFRICA). It also emerged the Most Popular Brand of 2021 (Mobility Excellence Award) alongside other awards like Champion of Rural Markets, Best Global Market-Performance Mobile Brand as well as Outstanding Services (CSR Award).
These, and many more, set itel apart from other brands in the smart phone industry and with the partnership with Airtel, you can rest assured that value for money is guaranteed and a new user experience like never before will be delivered.
Walk into any retail (or online) store and get your itel A60 today.
The Lagos State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Moyosore Onigbanjo, has said that the position of the Supreme Court on the naira redesign of the Central Bank of Nigeria remains valid.
The AG said the rejection of the old notes by some persons and institutions in the country was contrary to the stand of the apex court, adding that petrol stations, banks and others who were rejecting the old notes could be prosecuted.
Onigbanjo stated these when he appeared on TVC Business Show on Thursday.
This was coming on the heels on the national broadcast by the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), where he (Buhari) stated that the old N500 and N1000 notes had lost their legal tender status while the old N200 notes should be recirculated by the CBN until April 10, 2023.
Onigbanjo decried the crisis caused by naira scarcity and condemned the high charges by Point-of-Sales operators which have fostered untold hardship on Nigerians.
He noted that people who are hungry and have their means of livelihood eroded cannot care about any macro-economic policy or its short or long-term gain.
He also advised Lagosians who have been impacted by the naira crisis to press charges as, according to him, it was a breach of contract by the banks that refused to pay them cash.
He said, “There is a contract between a customer and a bank that says when you bring your money to us you can have it back on demand. Any bank that refuses to give the money on demand has violated the terms and conditions of that contract and can be sued. I will advise Lagosians who have experienced suffering and injury as a result of the situation to press charges.”
Onigbanjo lamented the fact that Nigerians were buying their own money, adding that, “Even the producers of goods and services are losing money due to the scarcity of new notes to purchase their products easily.”
The commissioner, commenting on Buhari’s broadcast, said the President, even though having enormous powers, had no power to repeal the order of the Supreme Court or any court for that matter.
The Supreme Court had in a ruling granted an interim injunction that the CBN and the FG should suspend the implementation of the February 10 deadline for the expiration of the legal tender status of the old N200, N500 and N1000 notes pending the hearing and determination of a suit before it.
The hearing had been slated for February 22, 2022.
However, Buhari had announced in a national broadcast on Thursday, February 16, that only the old N200 note would remain valid until April 10 while the old N500 and N1000 notes had lost their legal tender status, contrary to the ruling of the apex court.
Leading global phone maker, itel, on Wednesday launched the latest in its line-up of smartphones, the itel A60 smartphone targeted at leveraging on existing 4G technology to provide smoother, faster and more stable internet connectivity at an affordable price for consumers.
This is just as the global home appliances’ maker reassured one and all that it is constantly improving on its products and services to stay in touch with and satisfy the ever-dynamic demands and yearnings of its customers across the globe.
During the official launch and press briefing which held at the Lagos Marriot Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos State, itel’s Marketing Manager for West Africa 1, Oke Umurhohwo noted that in line with the 4G for Everyone tagline, the itel A60 will bring a different dimension to how the brand’s target users surf the internet and engender an overall amazing experience for customers.
He added that even though itel has established itself as a first-rate maker of smartphones, accessories and electronics, it will not rest on its oars in the bid to deliver quality products and services which cater to the needs of millions of existing and potential consumers.
The press briefing also doubled as the formal announcement of itel’s new strategic partnership with telecommunications giant, Airtel. Oke Umurhohwo disclosed that itel’s partnership with Airtel is to continue to bring ease to consumers. Speaking further, he described the itel A60 as the first of its kind, combining affordability and efficiency without dropping the ball in terms of performance.
Commenting on the announcement, Director Corporate Communications, Airtel Nigeria, Adefemi Adeniran said that Airtel is delighted to establish a prolific partnership that will go a long way in creating a strong value chain for the customers of both brands.
In his remarks, Airtel’s Marketing Director, Ismail Adeshina reiterated Airtel’s commitment to delivering affordable innovation aimed to create meaningful experiences for Nigerians.
“Airtel is committed to delivering affordable innovations that will create a better and more meaningful experience for Nigerians, and we believe that this partnership will not only help us achieve that, but also significantly contribute to building a solid experience for both customers of Itel and Airtel Nigeria.” he said.
Touted as 2023’s most affordable 4G smartphone across all OEM businesses, the entry-leve itel A60 will retail for N45,000 and comes with a range of distinctive features to give the user a different experience while getting value for money.
The itel A60 will feature a 5000mAh battery for longer uptime, 6.6″HD+ Waterdrop FullScreen for an immersive display experience, 32+2GB memory, 8MP+QVGA Rear Camera + 5MP FF Camera+AI Selfie as well as Facial Recognition and Fingerprint protection.
Roses might be red and violets blue but for itel and the Lagos Food Bank, love is in the air. It is the season of love, sharing and affection and today, itel came through for widows in the Amukoko Community, Lagos State.
In keeping with its tradition of excellent service delivery beyond smartphones, accessories, TVs, and other electronics, itel today put smiles on the faces of widows as part of its Valentine’s Day celebration. This is in line with itel’s Love Always On Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative to be there for its customers and underserved communities.
Themed Love in a Box, the initiative was part of efforts to shore up support for widows who could not hide their excitement amidst the fanfare and celebrations. Despite the colourfulness of the event, the purpose was not lost on hundreds of widows who gathered to share in the love and togetherness engendered by itel and the Lagos Food Bank through Valentine’s Day.
Some of the excited beneficiaries expressed delight at the initiative by itel and described it as a novel, thoughtful and heartwarming act. They used the opportunity to call on other people of means to emulate itel and commit themselves and their resources to helping those around them. The food boxes distributed contained food items like rice, beans, cooking oil, milk, seasonings, and other items suitable for the home.
Speaking at the event, Oke Umurhohwo, itel’s Marketing Manager noted that itel is a community-centric business which focuses on ensuring that consumers are well cared for all-year round. "It is the season of love, sharing, and giving, and at itel, we are so thankful for the opportunity to give back whenever and wherever we can," he says. "And that is why we are here in Amukoko community. We promise to be unrelenting and single-minded in our service to Nigerians."
While giving his own remarks, Michael Sunbola, the President of the Lagos Food Bank Initiative, commended itel for being a business that is always ready to collaborate on efforts designed to emancipate the communities they serve, adding that the Lagos Food Bank bought into the initiative because it was a loving way to give back to society.
According to him, "The whole essence of giving back to our communities is firmly rooted in our mission of reducing hunger and fighting malnutrition among the vulnerable population and we do this by partnering with corporate organisations like itel Nigeria. In this season of love, and especially with the rate of poverty and inequality in Nigeria right now, it is essential to foster collaboration that seeks to provide basic needs to improve the lives of vulnerable people; and we are very pleased to be a part of this action."
He says hopes are high that this will be a reference for other acts of philanthropy and goodwill, especially in the hinterland where there is a multitude of those who cannot afford certain things.
Despite the challenges and the crunch across all sectors, it is particularly encouraging to see how itel has incorporated Sustainable Development Goal 2 to "achieve zero hunger" into its core business strategies, making it a brand that doesn't just provide smartphones and appliances for everyone, but also a brand that cares deeply for the needs of its consumers and society at large.
With itel, love is not just in a box on Valentine’s Day; it is everywhere, all the time. For more information on itel's CSR activities and other brand initiatives
Advises Mutfwang to apologize to Ex Mangu workers or withdraw from gubernatorial race ”
Insist gang up against Gov Lalong would fail
Group, operating under the aegis of Plateau APC Alliance for good governance has throw its weight behind the comments of Governor Simon Lalong at the flag off of the state All Progressives Congress (APC) Gubernatorial rally in Wase local government council of the state .
The group also said that the perceived gang up against Governor Lalong will fail woefully, as the people of the state have rejected the PDP and would vote massively for the APC in the forthcoming polls from top to bottom.
Lalong had last Wednesday during a rally at Wase LGA, accused the People’s Democratic party PDP Governorship Candidate Bar Caleb Mutfwang of leaving behind 10 months’ salary arrears during his tenure as local government chairman of Mangu local government council .
Lalong had at the occasion also said he had documents to show that Mutfwang left 10 months of unpaid salaries to workers of Mangu LGA .
In a swift reaction the leader of the group Hon Idris Ado , said rather than attack Governor Lalong ,the Candidate of the PDP in Plateau state has no business been in politics especially after failing to pay LGA workers while in office as council boss of Mangu .
“We advise people of Plateau especially civil servants to reject the PDP candidate because he would continue to owe salaries ,we would not allow our Civil servants to become beggers “.
Ado who spoke to reporters in Abuja on Tuesday said ,we stand by our Governor Simon Lalong for always saying the truth at all times .
” We have carefully carried out our investigation and come to the conclusion that Governor Lalong was right as several ex staff of Mangu local government council of the state whom we meet confirmed that Governor Lalong’s comment on the PDP Candidate was nothing but the truth . ” We call on the PDP candidate to apologize to the ex workers of Mangu local government council or withdraw from the Governorship race .
The group alleged that Civil servants in Plateau would see hell fire if he is elected as Governor of Plateau state in the forthcoming polls.”
” Unlike the PDP Candidate ,Our Governor Simon Lalong has the interest of civil servants at heart and would continue to pay their salaries as at when due ”
During the APC rally in Wase ,we could see the feeling of satisfaction on the faces of the people of Plateau state . When you get the opportunity to serve, we must serve the people to the best of our ability. Governor Lalong is serving the good people of Plateau State and he would deliver the APC in the state .
Lalong would triumph over his enemies just like Elijah triumphed over the priests of Baal as conspiracies against Lalong in the past had met brick walls just like the new plan being hatched by those he called enemies of progress in Plateau would also suffer the same fate.
The PDP candidate Caleb Mutfwang had some days ago rebutted Governor Simon Lalong’s allegations of unpaid salaries levelled against him during his tenure as chairman of Mangu Local Government Area of the state.
Mutfwang, who spoke in Wase Local Government Area during a town hall meeting said i want to challenge Governor Lalong in the same Wase, that if he is not a coward, let him produce the documents that prove that I did not pay salaries for 10 months as local government chairman.
“Let me inform you that I have instructed my lawyers to take action, he will be hearing from my lawyers very soon if he does not refute that allegation, we will meet in court.
“He should remember that his immunity expires on the 29th of May, thereafter, he will have no hiding place.” Mutfwang had said .
Elder Kayode Afolayan, the Egbeda community leader in the viral video where he stood up to the Accord Party House of Representative candidate, Capt Kazeem Akinjide that he doesn’t know Accord candidates for the Presidential elections has now clarified that himself and his community will be voting Hon. Akin Alabi and other APC candidates.
The well respected leader made this declaration when he received Hon. Akin Alabi and the house of assembly candidate, Mr Jide Falade yesterday in Egbeda LGA. He declared total support for Hon Alabi and praised him for giant strides in the community.
Elder Afolayan had initially stated the importance of voting Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the APC while receiving Capt Akinjide, a bewildered Akinjide then asked for support for his own election, carpeting his party’s Presidential candidate in a show of selfishness.
Hon Alabi declared his satisfaction with the support of Elder Afolayan and his community in the upcoming elections and implored that they vote all other APC candidates including Sen Teslim Folarin for Governor of Oyo state
The accord Party candidates for Egbeda/Ona-Ara were met with shock after the community leaders rejected them right in their presence during a meeting held yesterday at the home of one of the top political leaders in the community.
One of the leaders was heard saying, we cannot support the accord party because We don’t know their presidential candidate and don’t know them.
AS THE MULTI BILLION NARIA LAND SUIT WITH DOZZY OIL HEATS UP
A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt and presided over by Hon Justice A. Enebeli this morning, January 30,2023 put Anambra-born multibillionnaire businessman, Chief Cletus Ibeto in the dock in further cross examination by the defence counsel - Barrister E.C Ukala, SAN, in one of the suits between his companies and Dozzy Oil Ltd.
Ibeto on the resumption of proceedings this morning disputed his previous documented evidence that was already before the court.
Under cross examination, the defence counsel, Barrister Ukala, SAN, asked to know the size of the property in dispute, the location, the original owners from where he derived his title and at that point he denied the contents of his own document. He further added that it was his lawyers that prepared the details, and that it wasn’t correct.
At that moment,a ding dong battle ensued between him and the defence counsel seeking to clarify the document. It lingered till the presiding judge intervened, and informed him (Ibeto) that he would suffer no disadvantage to own up.
He was also unable to tell the court the size of the property in dispute, nor the original owners of the title that he inherited.
It was the presiding judge’s intervention that enabled him to accept that the document was in line with his instructions.
Chief Ibeto in Suit No. PHC/268/FHR/2022 against Dozzy Oil Ltd in one of the suits in the lingering dispute over a case of sale of apparently encumbered property and an allegation of fraud and forgery against him.
In the suit he had dragged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Dozzy Oil Ltd before a Court seeking an order to stop the EFCC from arresting and or investigating him whatsoever, in enforcement of his fundamental human right.
The criminal allegations against on the matter bordered on obtaining N4.6 billion through false pretense from Dozzy Oil in the sale of a large expanse of land to Dozzy Oil.
It was alleged that Dozzy Oil only found out that Ibeto’s tittle on the property was encumbered hence went for refund of about N4.6billion Naira being accumulated payment and cost of the transaction, which he declined. Dozzy then petitioned EFCC for recovery of his funds.
Dozzy Oil, Chief Dan Chukwudozie had alleged that he was approached by Ibeto (the applicant) to purchase a parcel of land situated at Reclamation Layout Phase 11 Port Harcourt, but only to discover that the property did not belong to claimant and his companies.
The matter was later adjourned to 7 and 8 February, 2023 for continuation of cross examination of Chief Ibeto.
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