Fitch, the world’s biggest global rating agency has alleged that Africa’s wealthiest man, Aliko Dangote is broke.



It alleged that his company, Dangote Industries has limited financial flexibility with which to complete its refinery.



Fitch is basing its allegation on the timely completion or lack thereof of the project, adding that only limited delays or cost overruns may be tolerated in the current rating.



Fitch argues that Dangote Industries suffers from weak corporate governance.



It says that the existence of a “complex group structure with a large number of related-party transactions” has “a negative effect on operational and financial transparency.”



“We also think it’s a risk that Aliko Dangote, as CEO and main shareholder, has a lot of power over operations,” it added.



Dangote had promised to commission the $19 billion refinery project before President Muhammadu Buhari’s tenure ends next year.



Not only is the Dangote refinery very dear to Buhari’s government, Fitch claims that the government sees the project as the messiah that will solve Nigeria’s perennial fuel scarcity problem as it will end the country’s dependence on imported foreign fuel.



But as it turns out, Fitch seems to think that this dream and the time line Dangote gave Buhari is not achievable.



And their reason is not far fetched: Dangote requires an additional $1.1 billion (900 billion) naira to complete the refinery next year.



Unfortunately, Dangote does not have that kind of money now as he has invested all his cash and even borrowed from lenders to finance the refinery project.



Again, the lenders that borrowed Dangote’s loan for the financing of the project cannot give him the 900 billion naira that Dangote needs to complete the project as they are already over exposed to the project.



So the only way Dangote can raise money is through the sale of bonds by his cement company, Dangote Cement.



Dangote cement is already to sell bonds this year.



If the money urgently needed by Dangote isn’t raised through the sale of bonds, he can sell some shares in his cement company (he owns over 86% of Dangote cement) or he can sell some refinery project stakes, which would be the likely option to plug the gap.



He has sold 20% of the refinery stake to NNPC at a cost of $2.5 billion, but he might be forced to dilute more stakes in the refinery if all the options to raise the $1.1 billion needed to complete the refinery fail him.



But if all these measures to raise money fail to see the light of the day, the only available option left for Aliko is to increase the price of his cement from what it is now to something higher.



Fitch concluded its report by saying that the earliest Dangote refinery can deliver its project is

2024 and not the 2023 that Dangote promised Buhari.



The Dangote refinery project has gone too far and Dangote, is racing against time just to make sure that he delivers the project.



If not for anything, a lot of hopes are tied to the project, and its failure to deliver will be nothing but a catastrophe.

The Chairman of Suru Group of Companies, Edward Akinlade has challenged the Asset Management Company of Nigeria, AMCON, over the way it has handled his seized property, Best Western Hostel located along with the highbrow Allen Avenue in Ikeja, Lagos State.



While addressing pressmen in Ikeja on Wednesday 11th May 2022 the business tycoon challenged the Asset Management Company of Nigeria, AMCON, which is currently in possession of the building for contravening the laws of the land.



“This hotel is supposed to be sealed. No work is expected to be taking place here but AMCON is in its possession.



“So I came here to state our position. Our position is very clear. AMCON said we owed them money and we claimed we didn’t owe them anything. They sued us in the Federal High Court before Justice Hassan. We won the case. They appealed to the court of appeal, we won at the court of appeal. They have further appealed at the Supreme Court. The case is coming up in September. No work is expected to be taking place here. But AMCON seems to have demolished substantially part of the hotel, the windows, the floors, and everything. Also, the fear is Lagos state said the building is in danger of falling.



“They have distorted the hotel. A hotel that is worth over 6 billion naira. What this hotel is worth now is about 500 million. So that you can see how AMCON kills businesses. Over 500 people were working in this hotel up till December 2017 when AMCON invaded it with guns without a court order. The court order they brought has nothing to do with us. We went to the Court of Appeal, we overturn it. Instead of AMCON complying, they went to the Supreme Court. So why the case is at the Supreme Court, you can see what they are doing; Illegality upon illegality. They can not sell the property, they can not renovate it because it is against the law.



Akinlade thereby sought the intervention of both the Federal and Lagos state government on the matter.



“In the last one year, the Attorney General was involved, Public Hearing of House of Representatives has been involved, AMCON ignored all of them. They didn’t come. And where a resolution was reached through the Attorney General’s Office, AMCON said no.



“Are they the ones working at the hotel? The question now is who owns the hotel? Have they sold the hotel? who is working there? For what purpose, if we have gotten the Court of Appeal’s ruling in our favour, why are they here? AMCON needs to provide answers to all these.



“I am appealing again to the Attorney General of Nigeria, I am appealing to President Muhammadu Buhari to call Ahmed Kuru to order because if this hotel falls and people die, I would not be held responsible. This is a preamble for us.



When the pressmen visited the hotel building to have a first-hand sight of the present state of the property, they were denied entrance by the security personnel guiding the building as they claimed they need an order from their principal before they grant access.

Unveils list of Honourary Awardees, Voted Categories Winners, Event's date & Venue*

The Eko Heritage Awards today released a statement consisting of details of recipients of its year 2022 edition of the annual award of recognition.

The Awards event which debuted in the year 2021 is known for its niche of identifying, celebrating, and appreciating promoters of the state’s cultural heritage with other individuals/organizations drafted from different sectors of the economy like the Fashion, Agricultural, and Media to the Oil and Gas industries.

A part of the statement reads, “Eko Heritage Awards is in two segments namely, Honorary Award – a segment which is to honour and celebrate individuals from different walks of life carefully selected by organizers of Eko Heritage Awards based on their significant contributions to the advancement of Lagos State and the nation in general."

Winners under this segment of the award include Oba Dr Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo - Eko Traditional Ruler Of The year; HRH Erelu Abiola Dosumu - Eko Most Outstanding White Cap Chief Of the year; High Chief Adesoji Adeniji Ajayi Bembe - Eko Distinctive Customary Chief Of the year; Hon. Babajimi Benson - Eko Leadership Award for Youth and Empowerment; Alhaji Idris Aregbe - Eko Youth Leader Of The Year; Makayla Malaka - Eko Celebrity Kid of the year; Seyi Awolowo - Eko Male Distinctive Personality Of The Year; Nancy Isime - Eko Female Distinctive Personality Of The Year; Maria Chike Benjamin - Eko Media Personality Of The Year; Makun Omoniyi - Eko Innovative Mentor of the Year; Pharm. Mrs Uzamat Akinbile-Yussuf - Eko Outstanding Lagos State Government Official of The Year; HSM, Amb. Yeye Lara Fashola - Eko Cultural Ambassador of the Year; Salsumi travel & tour Company - Eko Travel Agency of The Year; Khard Collections Fashion - Eko Fashion Company of The Year; My Baby & I Unisex Saloon - Eko Beauty Service Company of The Year; Ose Gold Hotel - Eko Most Supporting Hospitality Business of the Year; Pastor Mrs Funmilayo Adeleke - Eko Philanthropist of the Year; Ehiabhi Anita - Eko Creative Fashion Stylist of The Year; Okechukwu Daniel Nihijesus - Eko Humanitarian Pageant King of The Year; Laveeda Cosmetics - Eko Cosmetics Brand of the Year; Tobi olamide Alabi - Eko Outstanding Pageant Icon of The Year; Venikbox - Eko Social Media Brand of The Year; Emmanuel Smith Akpan - Eko Stage & Lighting Expert of The Year: the statement reads.

Also, listed in the statement signed by Emmanuel C. Egbe, the initiator of the award programme, is the list of winners for the second segment which is the voted (general public) segment. A part of the statement cited that, "the second segment of Eko Heritage Awards is the Voted segment. It is the segment thrown open to members of the general public to nominate their choice for each category under the segment."

And the winners of different category under this segment are, Bamilosin John - Eko Emerging Pageant Coach of the Year; De Sure-Fraimz - Eko Real Estate Company of the Year; Teephotography - Eko Photographer of the Year; Blackbox Nigeria - Eko News Blog of the Year; Oshodi Arts Gallery Ltd - Eko Recreational Spot of the year; Chukwuka Anusionwu - Eko Creative Director of The Year; Queen Peace - Eko Teen Queen of the Year; Exquisite Magazine - Eko Magazine of the Year; Ajewole Emmanuel Odunayo - Eko Pageant King of The Year; Eweka Florret - Eko Pageant Queen of The Year; Mac Joel Aboh - Eko Model of The Year; Hairartistrybytk - Eko Hairstylist of The Year; Titilayomi Amoke Ogunjobi - Eko Emerging Makeup Artist of The Year; Rufus Chrissy Fashion - Eko Fashion Designer of The Year; Delish Goodness Treats - Eko Healthy Treats Company of The Year; Ayodele Olowo-Ake - Eko Male OAP of The Year; Olabisi Omidire - Eko Female OAP of The Year; MC Peperenpe - Eko Male Events Compere of The Year; Mariam Oluwakemi Arewa - Eko Female Events Compere; Ajimovoix Drums - Eko Music Producer of The Year; Shinebego - Eko TV host of the Year; The Mornach Event Centre - Eko Events Centre of The Year; Topguest Events - Eko Events Planner of The Year; CSI_Redcarpet - Eko Events Company of the Year; Deejay Scottyjay - Eko Radio Disc Jockey of The Year, reads the statement.

Eko Heritage Awards which is a brainchild of Ivory Forte Entertainment is slated to hold on Sunday, the 10th July 2022 at the prestigious Lagos Oriental Hotel Victoria Island with Red Carpet holding from 4 pm till 5 pm when the main event would start; the event is also to witness the grand finale of the beauty pageant initiative of the same company, Miss Eko International - a celebration of young females with a passion for impacting on their society through the positive use of their beauty.

Admission to the event is strictly by invitation and ticket sales. All enquires on admission, support and identification can be forwarded to ekoaward@gmail.com or +234 813 066 3216.

The Jack-Rich Patriots, a body canvassing the election of All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential hopeful, Mr. Tein T.S Jack-Rich, has felicitated with Muslims as they celebrate the Eid-el-Fitr.



The body asked Muslims to let love lead in all activities and emulate the virtues of Prophet Mohammed through sacrifice, sharing and peaceful co-existence.

The body also called on Nigerians, in general, to pray for peace, unity and prosperity of the country through good governance and service to humanity.

In a statement by its secretary-general,



Dr. Ibrahim Abdullahi, in Lagos and made available to the press, the Jack-Rich Patriots said all Muslims and by extension, all Nigerians should practice lessons learnt during the Ramadan to love and share with the less privileged in the society as exemplified by Prophet Mohammed.



According to Abdullahi, when every citizen upholds and practice the tenets of the holy books, peace and tranquillity will reign in the country as a function of the foundational love we share among ourselves and then our unity and prosperity will flourish.



“As we celebrate the Eid-el-Fitr, therefore, it is important we rededicate ourselves to the key virtue of love, to let love lead us in all that we do as basis for deepening democracy, good governance, our common humanity and better co-existence in our society”.

In what appears to be a realistic recognition of his effort and selfless contributions in Human and Societal Development, Prince Tonye Princewill has received an Award of Icon of Societal Development Award from National Association of Northern Nigerian Students. The President of the Association, Comrade Ibrahim Abdulrahman while presenting the award to the Kalabari born Prince in Abuja, stated that " This award is in recognition of his immense contribution towards the development of humanity. This award is in recognition of his contribution towards Nation building, engaging/inculcating the excellent decipline among Youth and his relentless service to humanity. It's the tradition of our association that we do engage our selves with resource person like him in order to tap from their experience and wealth of thinking, so we use our cctv cameras to zoom him, base on the recommendations we received across the country, he seems to be an inbuilt leader that is worthy of emulation." Comrade Ibrahim Abdulrahman, Stated. Another member of the Association, Comrade. Aliyu Rabiu, expressed satisfaction with the personality of Prince Tonye Princewill. "I am pleased to meet with Prince Tonye Princewill one on one. He is a detribalised Nigerian and a Man of the People." Comrade. Aliyu Rabiu, delightedly Stated. The recipient of the award, Prince Tonye Princewill, thanked the Executive members of the National Association of Northern Nigerian Students for finding him worthy of emulation. He thanked them for the award and equally tasked them to be good citizens of Nigeria. Comrade.Eleojo Shafate, a female member of the Executive of the Association in conclusion thanked Prince Tonye Princewill for his support for women, Youths and the less privileged. "Prince Tonye Princewill deserves this award. Arewa People loves Prince Tonye Princewill. The North loves Prince Tonye Princewill. Rivers People loves Prince Tonye Princewill. Everyone loves Prince Tonye Princewill. " Comrade. Eleojo Shafat, Stated.

The attention of the Bank has been drawn to recent reports in the media on money laundering and bribery allegations on certain customer’s transactions. The publication went ahead to mention the names of certain Wema Bank management staff to be allegedly involved in the said transaction.

The Bank wishes to state categorically that there is no merit in the article, and it is a malicious publication against members of our staff and the Bank’s customer.

The said allegations are being peddled by an aggrieved 3rd party, Timi Popoola, who voluntarily released his property to be used as part of the collateral to secure a loan obtained by the Bank’s customer.

Specifically, on Tuesday March 15, 2022, the case no. MIK/B/6/2022–Commissioner of Police vs. Adewole Isaac & Kingsley Ananwude, for alleged stealing and money laundering involving N1.7billion was struck out by Magistrate A.O. Layinka (Mrs.) of the Magistrates Court, Ikeja and the defendants discharged following the Legal Advice from the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP), Lagos State that no prima facie case has been established against the defendants.

We urge the general public to ignore the false information being circulated. The Bank has already engaged its solicitors to institute appropriate legal action.

Signed

Wema Bank

Marketing Communications & Investor Relations

Popular Lagos big boy, Prince Kazeem Eletu-Odibo, was on Saturday 16th April 2022 uniquely celebrated his mother. He gifted a newly erected mansion which was built on Chief Bamidele Street, Osapa London, Lekki, to his mother.

The mansion which was a birthday gift to his mother, Mrs Janet Eletu-Odibo, was christened "The Emblazoned".

This iconic mansion was specially built for his mom and the initial plan was to dedicate the mansion on her birthday which was around December, but work on the project was delayed due to an unknown reason.

The housewarming which took place on Saturday 16th of April had a lot of dignitaries and high profiles personalities in attendance.

Let's tell you that, the popular Celestial Pastor, Prophet Isreal Oladele Ogundipe was the officiating pastor. He was the special guest of the day and he supervised the cutting of the tape, as Madam Janet, who is the mother of Prince Kazeem Eletu-Odibo, became the owner of a luxury mansion called The Emblazoned. She was in a tear of joy as she cut the tape.

Also in attendance were Chief Waheed, Mama Oloye, Alhaji Mudashiru, and Oba Elect, Prince Demola Eletu-Odibo.

Let's also tell you that Prince Kazeem Eletu-Odibo's close friend, Prince Pastoryoma was in attendance with his beautiful wife. They were both dressed in white attire.

Also in attendance is the Area 2 Police AIG. He stormed the venue with his boys who ensured maximum security throughout the event.

It is also a must to talk about the unique style of Prince Kazeem Eletu-Odibo. He was clad in a white attire that can be called Benin-Edo style. His style was unique and he was the cynosure of all eyes.

The beautiful structure was erected at the centre of Chief Bamidele Eletu Odibo street. The place was equally the place where his late father, High Chief Bamidele Eletu-Odibo, was buried and his statue was erected in the compound of the new mansion.

Prince Kazeem is the MD/CEO of Prince Kazeem Eletu-Odibo properties which has handled several housing projects in the Osapa London axis of Lekki, Lagos.

Hadiza Bala, sacked managing director of Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has continued to come under intense criticism for her statement lamenting the ongoing insecurity crises in Nigeria, THE WITNESS reports.



Hadiza spoke in the context of the commemoration of eight years after the Chibok girls were abducted in Borno State by Boko Haram terrorists.



The former NPA chief was suspended in May 2021 over the allegation of failure to remit the N165 billion operating surplus to the coffers of the federal government. Though she was later cleared of the allegations, President Buhari, however, did not reinstate her to office.



In recent times, several states in the country, including Kaduna, Plateau, Zamfara, Benue and others, have witnessed large number of terrorist attacks.

The volatile security situation made northern elders demand the immediate resignation of President Buhari.



Hadiza, who reacted through her verified Twitter handle, condemned the situation and demanded swift actions from the government to secure the release of victims.







According to her: “It is eight years today since 276 girls were abducted in Chibok Secondary School, 109 still remain in captivity. Many more girls, boys and indeed citizens of all ages have been abducted from schools, communities and while enroute journeys,” she wrote.

Usman, a co-coordinator of the #BringBackOurGirls movement, which came to life on the heels of the Chibok abductions had been very active in the movement’s activities until she was appointed the managing director of the NPA.



She had thereafter gone silent on issues around activism, or matters critical of the government.



She was, however, recently shown the way out of the appointment after a fallout with the minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi.



*Her comments have however sparked criticisms, with some Nigerians labeling her as a ‘shameless hypocrite’ and fresh attention seeker for not speaking out while she was in office as NPA*

When you see a film full of celebrities, it is either total nonsense or a good watch. For the Nollywood movie; City Hustlers, let’s find out if it’s a good watch or not.



City Hustlers is a story that depicts the city of Lagos and the hustling lives of those who live in the city. First, there is the story of a landlord and different tenants in the house; then another story of a Lagos slay queen living in the slum but pretending to be a big girl on social media.



There is also the story of a young gigolo who scams rich women and runs away with their money. At the end of the film, we see how these different characters wiggle their ways out of their situations.



This movie had hilarious scenes that could make people pay little attention to the plot structure.



The acting in City Hustlers is the icing of the movie. City Hustlers is not one of those movies with many superstars filled with overacting. The actors in City Hustlers carried the film well. Should we talk about Akin Lewis, the Landlord? Or Mercy Aigbe, the rich career woman? Or should we talk about Ninolowo Bolanle and how he carried the gigolo role well? Or is it Ogunleye Funsho, Deyemi Okanlawon, Jide Awobona and Linda Osifo who played their roles well? Charles Inojie remains an ace comic actor, and he sure gave us a good laugh.



In all, City Hustlers isn’t a bad watch for ratings; it would get a 8/10.

Star Actress cum movie producer Cindy Marcus is set to release a blockbuster movie titled "Dangerous Mind". The very hardworking filmmaker has been in the industry for over a decade now and learnt the art of filmmaking from the pioneers in the industry and that explains why her movies are always unique and outstanding. Alots of her fans are already anticipating this movie.

Dangerous Mind is a 2022 Nigerian movie. A story of love, crime, hope and revenge, it follows the brutal life of a group of talented but underserved and unsupported young people forced into gangs by circumstances beyond their control. A story of an adored sister for whom a hardened gang leader will do any and everything to protect.

"Dangerous Minds" will premiere in cinemas on April 17th 2022. Shot in the coal city of Enugu, Nigeria, this film exposes the underbelly of youth neglect and takes us to the unsavoury neighbourhoods of this famous city and its lifestyle.


"Dangerous Minds" is the production efforts of award-winning producer Ambassador Cindy Marcus and the directorial expertise of Emeka Amakeze.

Featuring Linc Edochi, Angela Phillips, Emeka Amakeze, Mary Uche, Cindy Marcus, Stella Ugwuegbe and more others.


Dangerous Mind is a must-watch movie because it will make you understand the dark side of revenge and love.

You can now vote for your safest & cleanest hotel, hospital and school in the next Nigerian Risk Awards!

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For the very first time in the real estate sector leading Property Company, RevolutionPlus Property is introducing instant allocation on every landed property. This announcement was made by the company’s Group Executive Director, Tolu Onalaja at the Ikeja corporate office on Tuesday, 01 March 2022.
She hinted that from this month of March, RevolutionPlus property is offering instant allocation when buyers make full payment into any of the properties.

RevolutionPlus has a record of initiating new ideas for other real estate companies to follow. The company introduced fencing and gatehouses in properties around the Ibeju Lekki axis a few years ago but has now been generally accepted by other real estate brands. Their peculiar creativity, innovation and long-standing integrity have attracted thousands of prospects to the company and has made RevolutionPlus a template of study for other real estate firms.

Speaking on the new innovation, Mrs Onalaja describes instant land allocation as a lasting solution to major real estate challenges that may create doubt in the minds of prospects. She stated that the idea was borne out of an intense brainstorming sessions that lasted for many weeks considering all the bottlenecks in acquiring landed documents from the government.

She stated, “We have all our estates on layouts right now, buyers will get allocation immediately once payment is complete.
“Innovation and creativity is the hallmark of RevolutionPlus Property. We have upgraded our mode of operation so going forward once any of our client completes his/her land payment they are allocated instantly on the Layout with their plot and block number, any client that pays all fees with the land immediately gets physical allocation instantly within 48 hours and clients also have up to 90 days to complete the payment for survey, deed of assignment and development levy after paying fully for land.
“However, for clients that complete payment for land and statutory fees( Survey, deed of assignment and Development levy) outrightly, their physical allocation instant within 48 hours while the SURVEY documents and Deed Of Assignment will be received by the client who had already taken physical allocation within 30days.”
She reiterated the mission of the company to develop affordable housing to make those who don’t earn so much, own a home they can call their own.

In the bid to execute a coordinated subscription process, Revolution Plus has also introduced an automated Customer Relation Management (Automated CRM) portal to communicate to the client regularly on the payment progress. There is also a proper call centre which is 01255REVO, where customers can speak to any of RevolutionPlus representatives in any language of the customer’s choice. There is also a dedicated email for customers resolutions@revolutionplusproperty.com. This email has been built with the call centre to attend to any resolutions, questions, enquiries or complaints, and a representative will take it up and respond to you.
And for existing customers who have made purchases, or made the payment but has not gotten allocation: there are three categories of clients: those who have fully paid, those who are still paying and are still within a contract, and those who are out of contract, which our clients who are not able to pay within the contract period.

What we have done is that we give them options. One of them is that we tell them that, if you are still interested in the property we give you 30 days to pay up and you will be allocated.
For those who are still within the contract to pay up and when through with the payment they would be allocated immediately.
We want to assure everyone who has fully paid and is yet to be allocated that we are committed to this course. All the scheduled allocations will be done and we would ensure that no one person nor client is left behind. We urge everyone to be patient. We would keep updating you on all our activities

Top MC and skit comedian, MC Always is in the news again and has got people talking. This is after the Oga-Landord crooner slid into the Direct Message of the Economic and Financial Crime Commission, EFCC Chairman, Abdulrasheed Bawa and told him that his officers have refused to subscribe to his Youtube Channel (MC Always). He gave the EFCC boss and his officers 48 hours to subscribe, if they do not want him to give in to social-economic pressure and try out yahoo-yahoo,




MC Always is one of those hilarious Naija comedians who manages to connect with his audience instantly. His comedy transcends boundaries of age, social status, or gender.



His ability to create material that is timeless and which appeals to pretty much everyone is what makes him one of the most popular entertainers in the Southwest

Gbolahan is on the loose... anything to make money at the expense of his people.. She Oba Leleyi abi disaster?!! Iru people eku iroju oo

Oba Gbolahan Lawal has done many things to question his readiness for leadership and mental stability, since becoming a king, but nothing he has done is as ugly as his recent act of undermining the government of Lagos state and running Iru land as a parallel state away from the administration of His Excellency, Governor Babajide Sanwoolu.
It is believed that royalty and thuggery should be opposites, since the title of majesty inherently comprises power and value, and does not need impunity to thrive.

After an event in Lagos State, where a king acted just like a thug and ran his own government, can no longer be equated with majesty, and we should ask why

Despite the sensitivity that surrounds the reopening of the toll gates in Lekki after the reported massacre that put Lagos in the spotlight across the world barely 14 months ago, one royal father decided to mount four strategic toll gates within one community in Lagos state.

The poster boy for this majestic descent is the maverick Oniru of Iru land, Oba Gbolahan, who in a state that has rules and regulations, decided to build his own tollgates.

This absurdity is a moment of pause, not just in Lagos State, but for the nation; for we are desecrating esteemed royal institutions by allowing nefarious individuals to assume positions that should be a reserve of people of good character and nobility.

Report from concerned residents of lru has it that car owners now pay through their nose in their own community to get home in their cars every day, as Oniru has reportedly mounted 4 toll gates in conspicuous places within Iru and planted his heavily armed thugs in each tollgate to intimidate and attack any resident who questions his inimical policy.

One of the affected residents who spoke to newsmen says there is nowhere in the world, where there is an existing government with rule guiding the state that will condone a king to initiate a policy that evidently contravened the legitimate umbrella government.

“This is a slap on Lagos governor. He cannot feign innocence of this development and the cry of the people of Iru land. The inimical policy is an affront and assault to the collective intelligence of Iru people and Lagos state by extension.

“Governor Sanwoolu needs to rise to this occasion and call Oba Gbolahan to order before the once cherished community become ungovernable.” He said.

The latest in his series of errors is the compulsory issuance of Palace permits on every land purchased in Iru. Whenever anyone buys land in Iru, and you need to obtain Governor’s consent, you will be sent back to the palace for a letter from Oba Gbolahan. Who then charges you between N10m - N20m to issue a clearance letter that they have no business issuing.

This is the latest scam been perpetrated between Oba Gbolahan and the Lagos State Government we believe.

Eventually if as a land owner you cant meet up with their charges, you would have to give up the land as you might not be able to face the wrath of Oba Gbolahan’s thugs.



Indeed, in recent times, many have begun to psycho-analyze him and even try to unearth his past, in an effort to know if he is truly deserving of the throne he currently occupies. Those who are calling for an investigation into his struggling years, which seems to have now exposed the big blot on his careless volitions, maintain that he has desecrated the stool to the embarrassment of his subjects.

Curiously, about two years into his ascendancy to the throne, the Oniru of Iru has not done anything, consciously or otherwise, to disabuse the minds of his critics who have tagged him as an undeserving king.

His actions are said to be giving many grave concerns, as it is giving the town a bad image.

Iru community however called upon Lagos state governor, Babajide Sawoolu to save them from the clutches of a Nebuchadnezzar-incarnate in the person of Oba Gbolahan

Popular real estate company, Revolutionplus property development company is one of the sponsors of this year's Lagos City Marathon which was held on February 12, 2022. The Revolutionplus property ensured its brand was at the face of people throughout the event. There were thousands of souvenirs, gifts distributed among the crowd at the Eko Atlantic city where the grand finale of the event took place.
This year's event is the 7th edition and it lived up to its billing, as other elite races across the world returned as a full race with about 80,000 to 100,000 runners participants in the 42Km full marathon and the 10Km fun run.
The 7th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon 2022 was well attended by the great men/women in society. Even the Lagos State governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo Olu, was deeply involved as he took part in the racing competition along with his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat. Also present was the Minister of Sports, Sunday Dare and other dignitaries.
One of the sponsors of the Lagos City Marathon, REVOLUTIONPLUS PROPERTY. The company was ably represented by its two bosses, Mr Bamidele Onalaja (GMD of the company ) and Mrs Tolulpe Onalaja (GED of the company). Both the GMD Na GED were on stage and were involved in the presentation of gifts and prizes to winners. They were also rewarded for being a consistent sponsor and partner of the annual event. The company was everywhere, making its presence felt in all the nooks and crannies of the venue.

This is the 4th time the company is sponsoring the event and their partnership was acknowledged and appreciated by the organisers and governor Sanwo Olu.
The winner of this year's 30 thousand dollars is Geleta Ulfata. Geleta Ulfata from Ethiopia completed the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon in a time of 2.11.58 to emerge winner of the 7th edition of the competition on Saturday.
Ulfata defeated other marathoners to win the 42km race and will walk away with the grand prize of $30,000.
David Barmasai from Kenya finished second in 2.13.27, while compatriot Naibe Emmanuel came third in 2.14.42
In the female category, Dagne Siranesh Yirga of Ethiopia came first, fellow Ethiopian, Alemeneshi Hereha Guta came second while Kenya’s Naomi Maiyo finished third.
Speaking at the event is Mr Babajide Sanwo Olu, Lagos state governor. "Let me first congratulate all Lagosians. All of us, sponsors and Mr Olopade who always want to be behind the scene. He's the short man behind this initiative. He's a short man, very cerebral and sports administrator per excellence, who has been the brain behind this event"

Mr Sanwo, promises that the Lagos state government will continue to be a partner of the event and we would make sure it lives up to expectations. We have discussed with him (mr Olopade) that very soon, in the next one year maximum, we have to get to the platinum level and that's what we are planning to achieve and by the time we are celebrating the 10th anniversary, we should be a platinum marathon and what that means is that, every second weekend in February becomes a calendared event globally. And it will become a place to be for every athlete all over the world and if you are a sports enthusiast, it's also a place to be. It opens up our economy. And sport for us as a government has become one of our biggest rally points for our youths. Sports know no boundary. You can see that many people who won here today, the majority of them aren't Nigerians", he concluded.
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The widely celebrated award of recognition known as Eko Heritage Awards has recorded a boost to its rising profile as it got endorsed by the state's Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture.



Eko Heritage Awards which is the initiative of Ivory Forte Entertainment is known for its niche of identifying, celebrating, and appreciating promoters of the state’s cultural heritage with other individuals/organizations drafted from different sectors of economy like the Fashion, Agricultural, Media to the Oil and Gas industries among others

According to the release signed by Egbe Emmanuel, the Initiator, Eko Heritage Awards and founder of Ivory Forte Entertainment, the vision of the Eko Heritage Awards project is not to celebrate mediocres for pecuniary gains but to encourage every well meaning Lagosians and Nigerian by extension to remain committed towards positives causes that will add value to the centre of Excellence.



A part of the statement stated that “We are thrilled to receive the Lagos State Ministry Of Tourism, Arts and Culture because we share their commitment to the promotion of Tourism, Arts and Cultural endowment of the state as entrenched in the THEMES Agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwoolu's Administration in Lagos State."



"The project Eko Heritage Awards does not seek to celebrate charlatans or mediocre, but of



course, those whose noble efforts in their various callings have been making positive impact



directly and indirectly to the continual growth and advancement of our dear Lagos State and



Nigerian nation by extension" reads the statement.







To hold alongside this year's edition of Eko Heritage Awards is the grand finale of 2022 edition of Miss Eko International Beauty Pageant - another of Ivory Forte Entertainment initiative, and it's scheduled for the second quarter of the year 2022.

The social media space was agog with the news of top Nollywood actress, Oloruntimilehin Oluwabukola, popularly known as Kiitan Bukola after she was accused of sleeping with a married man.

Controversial Instagram blogger, Gistlover had posted a story about the actress having secret affair with one Mr Orlando, who has also “been reported to be funding her lifestyle”.

The actress who recently celebrated her movie premiere has debunked the story as unfounded, slanderous and a deliberate attempt to malign her integrity by mere faceless sources.

Kiitan who spoke to newsmen on Thursday, 20 January 2022, advised the public to ignore whatever fabricated story, emanate from social media about her or anyone, when sources cannot prove beyond reasonable doubts, by facts or figures.

Some social media bloggers only take absolute delight in messing up people’s minds for the purpose of extending the web of schism they established on falsehood. She added that she has contacted the said Mr Orlando’s wife, who had equally absolved her of all the false allegations after facts were presented before her.

In her account, she has never met or spoken with the purported Mr Orlando, let alone have an affair with him. She added that she only saw the man walking past behind a short video she did with her senior colleague in the movie industry, Iyabo Ojo.

Painting a picture of what actually happened, she said:

“All the allegation is false and it’s really painful to hear stories like this. Actually, I remember there was a period a senior colleague of mine Iyabo Ojo had her birthday at Fespris lounge, I was there with a friend and while partying, she made a video of me and Aunty Iyabo dancing.

“Then the following morning I posted the video on my IG page then someone commented on my page and called me Olosho. She didn’t stop at that, she tagged a lady and wrote, “See the person sleeping with your husband. She equally tagged a lot of people, and I was really confused about everything so I went to the woman's page and realized she is not someone I know.

“I checked the man's page too, he is not a familiar face too then I went back to the video I posted, and then it dawned on me that the man walked behind us while doing the video so I realized because he was seen in the video that was why she concluded I was sleeping with him. Immediately I removed the video from my page to avoid more wahala.

“So I moved on since I don’t have any skeleton in my cupboard. I was surprised when someone tagged me recently on gislover post so I checked the post myself and I was like God, someone that I don’t even know in person, how will he now sponsor my event?.

“Before I produced my movie, I already have money for the production and the premiere. I took my time to do everything, normally I don’t do parties, and it’s not really my thing so it took me time to make up my mind.

“I was really pissed with the whole story, if it was something I actually did then I won’t be bothered, I will conclude that since I put myself in the mess, then I should pay for it.

“This particular story is not true. This man didn’t sponsor anything I did, am not dating him so I don’t know where all these are coming from.

“I even had to reach out to Aunty Iyabo to ask if he knows the man, she was surprised with the whole story too. I equally reached out to my brother in the U.S who said he knows the wife in question, she put us both on a conference call, she explained her own side of the story on how people kept tagging her saying I’m dating her husband, also that she didn’t send it to gistlover blog and doesn’t even have an idea of how the story came up. She also said she checked my page and realized I don’t even like his post or something and concluded there must be a mix up somewhere and nothing attached.

“I swear with God Almighty that I don’t have any connection with this man, if I do I won’t be bothered. I went to Fespris lounge with my friend Bella and from there we went to 234 Lounge then from there I went to Quilox to meet my brother and from there I went home straight. I have videos to back all these

“I hereby state categorically that the story is false in its entirety. I am not in any way involved with the said Mr Orlando

“It remains unthinkable why my name is being dragged into a matter which I know nothing about. I will rather advise social media users not to believe all the false information that is being thrown around by faceless bloggers who only find delight in pulling innocent people down.”, she stated.

The Nigerian gospel industry has never been short of talent. Both male and female artists have shown their talents through songwriting, singing, and live performances. Nigerian gospel artists fuse different elements in their music to bring out the best in the art.

Olurotimi Olumuyiwa popularly referred to as Tim Gold is undoubtedly among the most inspirational Nigerian gospel singers today. The multitalented hitmaker became a sensation in Nigeria when his hit song Papa njo was released in 2018. The song was massively played in churches, homes, and on the radio. The song boosted his popularity in the continent as much as he was doing okay in Nigeria.

What stands Tim Gold out from the crowd in the gospel music industry is his genre of music that is inspired more by the Holy Spirit beyond the regular modern gospel mix that competes with secular songs.

He started singing as a part of chorister as far back as 1979 and has since remained in the fold of Christ. He also hinted that he gets his inspiration from private bible study, or sharing reflections with people.

Tim Gold has established himself as one of the most sought-after Nigerian gospel artists and also one of the best in the entire West African region. The gospel musician also produces and plays several musical instruments. His gospel ministry cuts across several parts of Nigeria and the world.

Tim Gold is not a regular commercial gospel singer. He sings as inspired by the Holy Spirit and uses his content to teach the word of God. He has released no fewer than 4 albums namely; Papa Njo, Ara Ile Eniyan, . Mo sa Dio, Agbani Lagbatan

Sharing his experience with city people, Tim Gold recalls how he took his music to a marker and he said the song doesn’t match with what people are currently listening to. He stated:

Sometimes ago, I took my music to a marketer. Having listened to it, he said the songs didn't have Alujo so people wouldn't listen. “He said the songs were too biblical and too serious. I couldn't stop laughing, though it wasn't a laughing matter. But I won't be discouraged as I have a mission mandated by God to feed his people through my music.

He added that part of his regrets why growing up contributed to his decision to go all out for God and continue to preach the good news through his talent

I didn't start recording my songs on time despite the enormous talent that was endowed in me. I am a late starter. Also, the contents of the songs people are ditching out in the name of the modern gospel have become worrisome. People now sing for money and soul winning is relegated to the rock bottom of the ladder.

Commercial Gospel artists are everywhere. Only a few sing for the love of Christ. As a young boy, I witnessed people with chronic ailments getting healed by spiritual songs. In the bible, David healed Saul with songs. In my private life, spiritual songs have done wonders. I am not criticising anyone, this is not a matter of opinion, it is a fact and the earlier we identify and fix this, the better for us all.

Tim Gold, who is currently in the United Kingdom is set to release another hit song titled Owo Olorun (Hands of God) which will hit the market in 2022

Nigeria's leading digital bank, Wema Bank Plc, has reassured its stakeholders that it continues to operate with best-in-class governance processes.


The bank also faulted the premise on which a non-governmental organisation, Transparency Nigeria Group, asked the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to remove its Managing Director/CEO, describing the call as baseless.


The bank reassured its customers and stakeholders that it has and would continue to operate with the highest level of corporate governance, following all rules, policies, and procedures.


"We have no links to any political party and neither are we agents, allies or proxies of any politicians in the country. We are a financial institution solely committed to financial intermediation to enable and fast track the socio-economic development of the country," the bank said.


The statement further explains that Wema Bank's observance and strict adherence to due diligence and extant rules and regulations is why it is the oldest surviving indigenous bank in Nigeria.

ACROSS THE AFRICAN CONTINENT


GOCREATE AFRICA is a Nigerian based Technology Company spearheading the drive to Digitize the entire African Creative Industries by providing its MUSIC RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY (GO MONITOR) to Collective Management Organizations across AFRICA, to enable effective management of Copyright works and equitable Royalty collection and distribution.

GOCREATE AFRICA’s mission is to make Technology-driven solution and “DATA” available to all African Creative Industries thereby translating the Creative Marketplace into a Digital ecosystem, where all intellectual properties are properly tracked, monitored and monetized.



GOCREATE AFRICA is a Nigerian based Technology Company spearheading the drive to Digitize the entire African Creative Industries by providing its MUSIC RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY (GO MONITOR) to Collective Management Organizations across AFRICA, to enable effective management of Copyright works and equitable Royalty collection and distribution.

GOCREATE AFRICA’s mission is to make Technology driven solution and “DATA” available to all African Creative Industries thereby translating the Creative Marketplace into a Digital ecosystem, where all intellectual properties are properly tracked, monitored and monetized.


GO MONITOR is a Music Recognition Technology (MRT) that’s able to monitor Musical works and Sound recordings across Broadcast platforms, both digital and analogue, Digital service Provider Platforms (DSP) and Monitoring of Music in Event Venues, Hotels, concerts and Lounges.etc.
The Technology was deployed successfully in Nigeria in partnership with the Musical Copyright Society of Nigeria (MCSN) in June 2020, with thousands of musical works being monitored across top Broadcasting platforms with tons of data being processed around the clock, the deployment of Go Monitor has also significantly increased MCSN’s membership and repositioned the Organization
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GO MONITOR is scheduled to be deployed in GHANA, RWANDA, ZIMBABWE, UGANDA, SOUTH AFRICA and a number of other African Countries by First Quarter of the year 2022.

GOCREATE AFRICA is a One Stop Shop for the Music Industry, it provides solution for Collective Management Organizations as well for Record Labels and Independent Artists.

GO DISTRO is a DIY digital distribution service that allow Artists and record Labels to self-distribute their Music to over 150 Digital stores globally with FREE RADIO AIRPLAY MONITORING in key Territories across Africa, including NFT and BLOCKCHAIN DISTRIBUTION with Visibility to a global audience.

Gocreate Africa Technology is now available globally on the Web, on Android and IOS platforms, this was made known by GOCREATE AFRICA’s Managing Director and Co-Founder, ASHA “Gangali” FAPOHUNDA at the recently held GHANA MUSIC INDUSTRY CONFERENCE” , hosted in conjunction with The Music Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) “ Asha Gangali stated that Gocreate technology has been under development for over six (6) years before it was successfully Launched in Nigeria, we understood through extensive research that, the primary cause of Revenue loss in Africa’s Creative Sector is due to the lack of DATA, and Digital Solution. GOCREATE has been able to provide the solution to these problems with the deployment of “GO MONITOR” a Digital Solution for Copyright and Royalty management . Collective Management Organizations across Africa can now onboard our GO MONITOR service which provides Radio/ TV Airplay Data including DSP Reporting etc this will enable CMOs to distribute catalogue specific Royalties and close the revenue gaps in the music Industries by instituting full compliance to Copyright Laws. This will empower African talents and secure Music Publishing Revenues both locally and globally.

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Go - Monitor being a decentralized technology created to eliminate the lack of accurate data from monitoring musical works; radio airplay, TV, retail monitoring and DSPs is now available across Africa.
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Oloruntimilehin Bukola popularly known as Kiitan is one of the wave-making actresses in the movie industry. This very humble, highly talented and down to earth actress has achieved so much as an actress cum producer within a short period in the industry, compared to many of her contemporaries, and she is leaving no stone unturned to still achieve more in the industry.

Kiitan achieved so much in 2021 from acquiring a house, to buying an exotic car, bagging several awards for her exceptional role interpretations in movies.



Despite all these, she still not relenting as she will be premiering her 4th movie titled “Ola” soon.



In this interview with City People’s BIODUN ALAO, she talked about what really inspired her latest movie, how she has been able to achieve so much in a short while and why she has been keeping to herself in the industry. Below are the excerpts.



What inspired your latest movie titled “Ola”?

My latest movie titled “Ola” (Tomorrow) was inspired by the things I have seen about life. A lot of things are happening today that many even forget there is tomorrow and also they have forgotten many things we do today determines our tomorrow.

What should expect from this latest movie and the premiere?

I want people to expect something new and different, it is very different from my usual movie. When I sit back and watch. I am always surprised that I could come out with I thank God. I was able to change my character from what people are used to watch, so people can see another part of me as an actor.

How have you been able to achieve so much as a young actress in the industry?

It’s been God, I am only trying my best so I give God all the glory. I am not perfect but God has been indeed faithful.

The year 2021 was a very fulfilling one for you, what is the secret?

The truth is 2021, I focused more on my career, when I joined the movie industry, I had a target and I always want people to know that the Yoruba movie industry is actually not what people think of it.

Some will even say oh Yoruba movies I don’t want to watch it, but I actually want to try my best to change that narrative through my own movie by producing unique and interesting movies that they can learn from. We have good producers that produce fantastic movies in the industry and I want to be counted among those very few.

What is the secret of your success in the industry?

There is actually no secrets anywhere I am only trying my very best to do something different and unique.

I have been trying so hard to challenge myself and do something some other people believe it is too difficult for them.

If you have the opportunity to change anything now about yourself in the industry, what would it be?

Honestly, absolutely nothing. I don’t want to change anything but rather work harder to be a better person. You are also one actress that tends to always mind her business in the industry, what prompted that decision?

Naturally, I am a lane minder, even outside the industry, I mind my business and keep to myself a lot. Some will say it is because I am arrogant but truly I am not a proud person. I am a very emotional person, I get hurt easily, so as much as I don’t want to hurt people, I won’t encourage anyone to hurt me too. So that is why I mind my business.

I don’t like being taken for granted. I am always happy for people’s success and celebrate them. I enjoy being on my own.

What is your next plan after this movie?

I would like to do something better and bigger than this again. I just always want to be a step ahead.

Do you have any regret so far in the industry?

I don’t have any regret so far. Being famous actually rob one of her privacy, maybe that is the only regret so far. I am this person that doesn’t like putting my family in the limelight. I don’t want anybody to know about my relationship but being popular people wants to know about your everything and that is very scary so that is like the only aspect I don’t like.

What is your greatest desire in the industry?

The greatest desire in my career is to be at the very top, become an A-list actor, though I know it requires lots of hard work and I am working tirelessly towards that. I want to see myself in Hollywood, I want to see myself in Netflix and make my fans really proud.

How many movies have you produced so far?

I have been in the industry for a while now and I have produced 3 movies. My latest movie “Ola” (Tomorrow) is my fourth production and it will be premiered on the 27th of December and I honestly can’t wait for people to see it, it is far from the usual.

I know what I am talking about. I had to challenge myself this time around. I can’t wait to start getting reviews.

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The highly respected international custodian of African cultures and Erelu Oodua of Aye Kingdom, Erelu Tinuade Mabel Onaneye has thrown her weight behind the remark made by former President Olusegun Obasanjo (OBJ) that President Muhammadu Buhari has nothing more to offer Nigerians in tackling banditry and general insecurity in the country and called out the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed for attacking OBJ's remark.



She made her position known in a statement she issued at her base in Texas, United States on the morning of Thursday, 16th of December 2021, shortly after the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed said the remark that Buhari can’t tackle insecurity in Nigeria is fallacious and untrue.



'It's sycophants and traitors like Lai Mohammed that brought us to where we are today in Yorubaland. With the magnitude of killings, banditry and kidnapping going on consistently in every region, it's unfortunate Lai Mohammed could come out to say Buhari is doing a lot to keep Nigerians safe.' Erelu posited.



In conclusion, Erelu calls on the National Assembly to decide on the alternatives even if it would involve seeking help from the international community in order to end the senseless bloodshed in Nigeria.

THANK ME. 7 living generations excluding The Silent generation.



Baby Boomers: born 1946 to 1964. ...



Generation Jones: born 1955 to 1965. ...



Generation X: born 1965 to 1980. ...



Xennials: born 1977 to 1983. ...



Millennials: born 1981 to 1996. ...



Generation Z: born 1997 or after. ...



Generation Alpha: born 2010 or after.



Now about the generation .... So I am generation X but feel like all the four generations below X.



Xenials

Millennials

Generation Z or Zedites

Generation A.



What a cook-up or a mix I am!!!



Truth is it's perfectly okay to feel a generation away from yours. Not sure if it's positive or negative to feel like generations before you or after. The facts remain that we live through the generations in our characters attitudes 'expressions, idiosyncrasies etc. It's human nature. There are hilarious aspects to this. Like a generation X trying to dress like a generation Z. Or hoping to be as vibrant and agile as a generation Alpha.

Know your generation is not a bad thing. Living in one generation and finding expression in others is not entirely bad either. In fact, I believe man was Intended to have transgenerational interactions, experiences and abiding traits. These are often commonplace.



I don't believe we are expected to be locked up within a generation bound by definitions and expectations of individual societies or communities. We most certainly have the freedom to live how we want to and not be defined by our generation although we should be careful not to cross the borders with uttermost ridiculousness.



Let's not forget we are not robots that are Programmed to work according to the algorithms of the manufacturer...We are humans made in His Express image. If I take that literally that would mean just like Him we don't age.

From experience it's also true we basically remain who we are until of course after the New Birth. That being said our souls are ageless. ( Often wondered why the expression old soul) . That's is not even complimentary. I guess it's often used to describe someone who displays or expresses a deeper understanding of a current issue. So maybe it's complimentary.



Anyway, truth is, only the body goes through the metamorphosis. I have often wondered why the body has to go through so many changes over the years. How about No age lines, wrinkles free, no crow feet, no aching knees, no blurry eyesight, no hair or balding, no teeth falling no gait strain.... Haba !!! How cool would that be? Then again how will the generations be demarcated? I guess He thought of everything. I could have been married or dated a dinosaur or worse still I could be married to an ancestor Tufiakwa�



Boy, what a morning. My thoughts are everywhere. I'm just human. Exploring my humanity. This last expression “exploring my humanity" rings a certain bell. Some sexual ring to it. How come sex is the only thing to be explored so much so that the word itself seems to serve only that purpose. I'm exploring my thoughts. My intellect. I actually have boundless freedom to explore my humanity in the light of The Truth. My Truth which I hold dearly. Lest o forget with my brains too.



It's increasingly harder staying relevant in your generation while grappling with catching up with the generations after you. On a lighter note, the men take this sport seriously by indulging in multiple copulations with girls in their daughter's generation and granddaughters. What a way to keep up with the Joneses!



I was listening to a Ted talk the other day and the speaker highlighted the fact that while the female hormone Oestrogen makes a very grand exit from the life of a female early from age 40 Putting her through a series of symptoms bordering on the theatrical. The male hormone Testosterone or sir T For short takes its time and goes away quietly without fuss when the man is well stricken in years. He hardly notices. Could nature be cheating the female gender? I better stop now before it becomes a gender talk and not a flipping generation musings that it is.



Now we understand Abraham at 90 was still firing. It was Sarah that needed the body miracle. ( But seriously what was a ninety-year-old man and an eighty-year-old woman doing having sex biko?) God has a good sense of humour. How did I get back here? Please ignore!



Back to the striving to remain relevant through the generations. I personally feel life is best lived as a breath in breath out exercise. In these times we find ourselves, especially not as millennials, Zedites or Alphas, bombarded by social media, harassed by the scary uninvited and unexpected COVID 19, being alive hale and hearty in the present should top the list of our priorities.



No go do pass yasef



Proudly Generation X

Intentionally Millenial

Mother to Millennials and Zedites

Granny to an Alpha....



I'm quite a great cocktail mix of humanity.



Let's drink to that.



Cheers



Uri Ngozichukwuka

...Vows to occupy their houses with Protest



Dear Nigerians, in line with our firm resolution to fight for Justice for Keren, we have carried out a detailed investigation to call out the real owners of Premiere Academy School Lugbe-Abuja. Our findings revealed that the following persons own Premiere Academy, Lugbe-Abuja.



(1)Chief M K Osuma



(2)Akinsola Akinfemiwa



(3) Dr. Omotayo Akinfemiwa



We shall occupy and take our protest to their various houses and occupy every entrance and exit, If they continue to maintain a theory of Silence in the face of injustice against Keren. The owners of Premiere Academy in Lugbe must take action against pedophiles in the post-primary institution. They should ensure as we demand, Justice for Keren rather than keep mute. We have decided to drag them into this matter of sexual harassment and rape of Keren until they hold the Administrators of Premiere Academy, accountable to produce those responsible for rape and sexual expliotation that led to the death of Miss. Keren-Happuch Adondodoo Akpagher. It remains disheartening that Miss Keren-Happuch Aondodoo Akpagher, a student of Premiere Academy Lugbe, Abuja died on 22nd of June 2021 after she was sexually exploited and raped in the school. We understand from medical evidence available, that the late student was raped and given an overdose of glucocorticoid which led to her death. We have clearly stated previously and we are repeating that same position of ours that anyone that played any role directly or indirectly in what caused the death of Keren Happuch Aondodoo Akpagher will be brought to justice. We shall bring them all to justice and firmly hold them adequately accountable.



Rationale for the call for Justice for Keren



"My daughter had called me via her teacher’s phone on Friday, 18th of June 2021, complaining of her eye and asked that I come and pick her for medical attention. However, the teacher asked me to come on Saturday to avoid her getting in trouble for allowing my daughter use her phone. On Saturday 19th of June 2021, when I asked to pick her, the school clinic matron would not release her but transported her to a private clinic where I met her and facilitated her treatment. My daughter was distraught when she learnt she was going back to school. She also told me the reason the school was giving for not allowing her come home was false since the girl that was with her was going home for her mother’s birthday. I asked her to go and I will come pick her. I called the then Acting Principal, Mr. Christopher Akinsowon who agreed and asked me to call him when I get to the school. It took over four hours of calling and texting the Principal and the Matron who had refused to release her initially, saying she would have to stay in isolation for seven days on her return, finally allowed her to go home with me after insisting I provide my ID card for them to take a snapshot of it (which had never been asked before). Initially, I was not keen on taking her that Saturday, 19th of June 2021, but changed my mind when her school mother informed me that she couldn’t walk to school on the 16th of June 2021 and had to be supported by two friends to write her test in tears. She was withdrawn throughout the evening of Saturday 19/6/21 and Sunday 20/6/21. She took ill on Sunday night (20/6/21) and was rushed to Queens Clinic, Wuse, Abuja on Monday 21/06/21. In the process of attending to her, while trying to insert a catheter a discharge from her vagina was tested and found to be condom after a laboratory test. Her urine test revealed dead spermatozoa. She died early hours of Tuesday from hyperglycemia triggered by sepsis resulting from the infection caused by the condom, which was left inside her." Her mother stated.



We therefore, call upon the owners of Premiere Academy School, Lugbe-Abuja namely,



(1)Chief M K Osuma



(2)Akinsola Akinfemiwa



(3) Dr. Omotayo Akinfemiwa



to as a matter of urgent concern, ensure that those responsible for the rape and sexual expliotation of Keren Happuch Aondodoo Akpagher, inside Premiere Academy Lugbe-Abuja are exposed and handed over to the Police. Suspension of teachers found guilty of sexual harassment (as happened in the past) in Premiere Academy Lugbe-Abuja, is not enough. Why not hand them over to the Police? We repeat and maintain that anyone that played any role directly or indirectly in what caused the death of Keren Happuch Aondodoo Akpagher will be brought to justice.



Signed:

Comrade. Ikem Anthony Kalzeeni.

Spokesperson:

Justice for Keren Movement.

AIICO insurance operations have again suffered a loss in the area of underwriting, its core business.

According to the third quarter audited financial reports submitted to the Nigerian Exchange, the insurance firm's total underwriting expenses exceeded net underwriting income, causing an underwriting loss of N2.2 billion in the third quarter.

The composite risk underwriter only managed to hit a break-even level with a share of associate profit that assisted it from a total loss for the period.

AIICO's entire closing profit for the period consists of roughly N2.4 billion which was made from a sold subsidiary.

With the increase in fee and commission income, AIICO improved net underwriting income by 11.5 per cent year-on-year to nearly N45 billion.

However, an increase of 34 per cent in underwriting expenses to N7.6 billion over the period added to the operating pressure facing the company. It was saved by the positive changes in life and annuity funds which lowered total underwriting expenses to N15 billion, a big slash from close to N63 billion in the same period in 2020.

Weakness in building underwriting profit observed in the second quarter intensified in the third – when it suffered an underwriting loss of N2.2 billion. That reduced its underwriting profit from N32 billion at mid-year to N29.7 billion at the end of the third quarter operations.

Despite the decline, the underwriting profit figure remains a major upturn for the company from an underwriting loss of N22.4 billion in the same period in 2020.

Loss has been a permanent feature for some time now in the underwriting unit which is the core business of AIICO Insurance. The company’s volume of underwriting business keeps growing but the underwriting expenses keep overtaking the earnings.

Recall in 2019, AIICO Insurance closed that section at a loss of N6.3 billion and by June 2020, the underwriting loss has grown to nearly N11 billion, doubling on a year-on-year basis.

The company raked in gross premium income of N29 billion at the end of June 2020 operations, but like 2019, no part of the earnings reached the bottom line. Instead, the company had to look elsewhere to absorb the enlarged underwriting loss.

Inability to achieve a balance between underwriting income and expenses has been the company’s challenge for the fifth straight year. This development which speaks volumes of the strategy of the company also raises a red flag as profit possibility within the core operations of the company appears to be out of the way for now.

Total underwriting expenses as of half-year 2020 rose well ahead of net underwriting income at about 40 per cent compared to about 25 per cent during the previous period. The margin by which underwriting income could not meet underwriting expenses grew at half-year. That explains the doubling of underwriting loss year-on-year at the end of June 2020.

The drop in underwriting profit in the third quarter of 2021 from the half-year level was reinforced by declines in key income lines as well as increases in some key cost figures. Investment income went down by 10 per cent year-on-year to close at N9.5 billion at the end of September 2021.

A further increase in financial asset value losses to N33.8 billion consumed more than the underwriting profit for the period. This is against a net fair value gain of N21 billion in the same period in 2020.