₦airaland Forum

Oki Samson
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The Liberian President, Dr George Manneh Weah has conferred the award of "Distinguished Service Order of the Republic of Liberia" on some senior officers of the Nigerian Army(NA) in recognition of their outstanding contribution to the growth and development of the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL).

In a press statement e-signed and released to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP by the Nigerian Army's Spokesperson, Brig Gen Onyema Nwachukwu stated that, "The President of the Republic of Liberia, Dr George Manneh Weah has conferred the award of "Distinguished Service Order of the Republic of Liberia" on some senior officers of the Nigerian Army(NA) in recognition of their outstanding contribution to the growth and development of the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL). He made the presentation during the 65th Armed Forces of Liberia Day Celebration held on Friday, 11 February 2022 at the Barclay Training Centre, Camp Johnson Road, Monrovia, Liberia."

According to Nwachukwu, "While presenting the award, President Weah stated that at every celebration of the Armed Forces of Liberia Day, the government recognizes and awards the" Distinguished Service Order" to individuals whose outstanding contribution have significantly impacted on the Armed Forces of Liberia, the nation and humanity. The President stated that "As the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Liberia, it is pleasing to duly recognize and congratulate this year's Distinguished Service Order Award recipients. "The award is in recognition of their Service to Liberia, which has brought honour upon these gentlemen officers" he added."

"The awardees also got a letter of commendation from the Nigerian Ambassador to the Republic of Liberia, Ambassador Godfrey Anichebe Odudigbo for making Nigeria proud."

Receiving the awards and letters of commendation on behalf of the recipients, Colonel Gbenga Sunday Oyinwola expressed gratitude to the President, Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari and the Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Faruk Yahaya for the opportunity to have served Nigeria in their various capacities. He stated further that the award will motivate the recipients to be more productive in their service to the NA and the Nigerian nation.

The award was conferred on the senior officers, who were seconded to the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL) at different times, as part of ECOWAS Advisory Training Team. They contributed immensely to the building and restructuring of the new AFL.

The officers who benefitted from the awards are, Colonels Aminu Usman Gumel, Gbenga Sunday Oyinwola, Emmanuel Chukwu, Ismaila Sule and Lieutenant Colonel Abdulkadir Abubakar. Other awardees were drawn from Ghana, Sierra Leone, Liberia and the USA.

God be mightily praised, as Family, friends, colleagues and associates of our favorite Lagos Mum and teacher, from allover the world are sending their best wishes to ST. Obasa. Even as her alma mater releases throwback photo.

It's been a while since the last update on this schoolteacher- but glory be to God for plenty of reasons to appreciate and celebrate, especially as my Mum clocks a year older today, February 13th 2022...https://www.nairaland.com/5984000/reactions-before-after-photos-nigerian

Biological Mom of 3 young adults, and professional English mother to several pupils, on this special occasion, we wish you long life in good health and wealth, with all-round prosperity, in the name of Jesus.

May the Bible book of Numbers speak volumes in your life Ma.

PETROAN SEEKS PARTNERSHIP WITH NSCDC TO CUB ILLEGAL DISTRIBUTION OF ADULTERATED PETROLEUM PRODUCTS IN NIGERIA

Oki Samson
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The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi has assured members of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) and Nigerians in general of the Corps renewed commitment to nipping in the bud all forms of illegality in the oil distribution and supply chain.

In a press statement e-signed and released to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP by the Corps'Director of Public Relations, DCC Olusola Odumosu stated that, "Worried by the recent supply of adulterated petrol to the country, which has given motorists serious concerns in the last few days as a result of the unprecedented damage to cars and vehicles, the Commandant General, NSCDC, Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, has assured members of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) of the Corps renewed support and collaboration in nipping in the bud all forms of illegality in the oil distribution and supply chain."

According to Odumosu, "He gave this assurance at the Corps National headquarters, Abuja, when the executive members of the association paid him a courtesy visit with a view to partnering with the Corps in salvaging the nation's economy from the hands of economic saboteurs engaging in illegal dealings in Petroleum products."

"The Corps helmsman averred that as long as oil is the mainstay of Nigeria's economy, there is need for total overhauling and sanitization of the oil sector and this requires collective transparent effort by all stakeholders in fighting all nefarious individuals engaging in various activities leading to sabotage and destruction of the economy at both National and grass root level."

Audi reiterated the Corps' commitment to safeguarding all Critical National Assets and Infrastructure but called on all respective stakeholders for collective engagement and synergy as he stressed that no organization has a monopoly of knowledge or ideas.

According to the president of the association, PETROAN is currently working with the Nigeria mainstream and downstream petroleum regulatory authority to set up a quantity assurance and quality control (QAQC) Petroleum products passport (3P) compliance and monitoring team to ensure quality certification and accurate Petroleum products quantity is dispensed from all sources including sea, depots, retail outlets, fuel storage dumps and actual product dispense through the federation.

While appreciating the pragmatic efforts of the NSCDC in its Antivandal drive, the National President of PETROAN, Prince (Dr.) Billy Gills-Harry lauded the NSCDC for standing tall in combating oil theft, stressing that the effort of the Corps would be improved upon with the introduction of the 3P and adequate logistics support through provision of operational vehicles as her personnel keep waging war against smuggling and diversion of petroleum products in and out of Nigeria.

He posited that continuous patrol of NSCDC team is required across the length and breadth of Nigeria to scrutinize and enhance the swift passage of legitimate petroleum products suppliers and users who operate within the ambit of the law.

In his final remarks, the CG promised to critically examine the introduction of the 3P as introduced by PETROAN and as such taking cognizance of its positive impact on crime prevention while safeguarding the critical national assets and infrastructure of the nation.

EzegeNdiigbo:
Lier

E offend you before?

Mynd44:
Unexplained wealth actually. That is enough for a warrant, they search your house, find a head, kirikiri awaits

I prefer this narrative, otherwise almost every family in Nigeria will have at least a son arrested

Moferere:
Check those bins in 3 weeks time.

No be Lagos wey we know

Eko o ni baje.

Oki Samson
www.trekafrica.net

The Comptroller General of Nigerian Customs, Col. Hameed Ibrahim Ali (Rtd.) has approved with immediate effect the deployment of the National Public Relations Officer, Comptroller Joseph Oboshi Attah alongside Thirty Six (36) other Comptrollers.

In a press statement e-signed by the Deputy National PRO, DC T. Bomodi and received by the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP stated that, "The Comptroller General of Customs Col. Hameed Ibrahim Ali (Rtd.) has approved the deployment of 37 Comptrollers to various Units, Departments and Commands across the country. In postings released yesterday the 7th of February, he charged the newly posted Comptrollers to justify the confidence reposed in them by NCS Management by bringing to bear their years of experience and training in trade facilitation and anti-smuggling activities on their new assignment."


According to DC Bomodi, "Among those deployed are Comptroller AAS Oloyede who shall be moving from ICT/MOD to Tin Can Island Port Command, Comptroller SI Bomoi to FCT Command, while Comptroller Joseph Oboshi Attah will assume the office of Area Controller in Kebbi Command. Other postings are Comptroller BA Jaiyeoba to Oyo/Osun Command, Comptroller A Dappa-Williams to Eastern Marine Command, Compt. MA Umar Kano/Jigawa, Compt. KC Egwuh ICT/MOD, Compt. LM Mark Enugu/Anambra/Ebonyi, Compt. T Tachio CTC Kano, Compt. AA Umar Western Marine, Compt. M Dansakwa North Eastern Marine, Compt. AC Ayalogu T & T and Compt. KD Ilesanmi will assume duty as Controller Board among others."

"Given the enormous expectations of government regarding revenue generation in the current year, the Comptroller General reiterated the need for all Area Controllers and Unit heads to take full charge of the affairs of their Commands by ensuring absolute compliance with extant fiscal policies while leveraging on the efficient management of data to optimize trade facilitation and revenue collection."

Furthermore, the CGC directed all officers to be extremely vigilant in protecting the lives and wellbeing of Nigerians by ensuring the full fortification of our borders against the incursion of smugglers and other cross border criminals.

The deployments take immediate effect.

Mariangeles:
The man Marwa will make a good president someday.

I strongly believe in a better Nigeria.

Would you vote for him and be able to stand by your vote after his first two years in office

PHOTO NEWS: LAGOS FIRST LADY, LAWMA MD INSPECT ‘ADOPT-A-BIN’ SHOWROOM, MEDICAL WASTE FACILITY

Oki Samson
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The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, Mr Ibrahim Odumboni has taken the First Lady, Lagos State Government, Dr Mrs Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu on a facility tour round the medical waste facility and bins' showroom for an "Adopt-A-Bin" project at the LAWMA's loading station in Lagos Island.

In a press statement e-signed and released to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP by the Agency's Spokesperson, Mrs Folashade Kadiri stated that, "The Managing Director/CEO, Lagos Waste Management Authority, Mr. Ibrahim Odumboni, today, showing the Lagos State First Lady, Dr. (Mrs.) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, round the medical waste facility and the bins' showroom, for "Adopt-A-Bin" project, at LAWMA's Simpson Transfer Loading Station (TLS), Lagos island."

According to Kadiri, "The bins which came in green and blue colours, are for LAWMA's strategic recycling campaign for residents to containerize their waste."

"With the Managing Director/CEO are; LAWMA’s Executive Director Finance, Mr. Kunle Adebiyi; Chief Technical Officer, Dr. Olorunwa Tijani; Director, Public Affairs, Mrs. Folashade Kadiri; Wastecare Solutions team, led by the MD/CEO. Wastecare Solutions, Mr. Oluwole Shitta-Bey, and others."

Oki Samson
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The Chairman/CEO of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd) has received leaders of the Nollywood industry under the aegis of Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN in partnership towards the ongoing war against drug abuse in Nigeria.

In a press statement e-signed and released to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP by the Agency's Spokesperson, Mr. Femi Babafemi stated that, "Leaders of the Nollywood industry under the aegis of Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, have declared support for the ongoing war against drug abuse in Nigeria even as they expressed their preparedness to join the crusade against the scourge."

According to Babafemi, "They gave the assurance on Monday 7th February 2022 during a meeting with the Chairman/Chief Executive of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd) at the National Headquarters of the Agency in Abuja."

"While commending the Nollywood actors and the entertainment industry for projecting the image of Nigeria, Gen. Marwa expressed confidence that the campaign against drug abuse in the country will go far with the offer of partnership and support from the leadership of AGN."

He said with drug use prevalence in the country three times the global average, the Agency needs committed partners like the Guild to mobilise the citizentry against the menace. According to him, A number of artists dont only use, they also encourage others to abuse drugs through their work and activities on social media. We want the Guild to set good example by leading the war within its circle. Your movies must promote messages against the use of illicit drugs because the minds of millions are shaped by what they watch in movies. We need you to set up War Against Drug Abuse, WADA, committees within your industry.

Speaking earlier, National President of AGN, Emeka Rollas Ejezie said, We are here today to affirm our complete support to your efforts in combating the menace of drugs in our society as we strongly believe will help reduce drug crime to the barest minimum.

As a Guild of major influencers and in line with our set objectives to educate, inform and entertain as well as our avowed commitment to national development, we seek a mutually beneficial partnership with the NDLEA to leverage on the star-power of our members in promoting some of your transformation programs especially on drug trafficking and abuses.

Listing the areas he will want the Guild to collaborate with the NDLEA, he Majority of our members are youths and appeal to a generation of youths who are influenced heavily by internet content and social media.

We have therefore outlined some advocacy programs to enlighten Nigerian youths on the dangers of drug abuse and trafficking; they include but not limited to: production of skits majorly for social media campaigns; drama series on negative effects of drug abuses, rehabilitations, eradicating the fear of stigmatization and advantages of total abstinence; engage some of our A-List actors as NDLEA Ambassadors to help use their star power to discourage the youths from doing drugs, among others.

“We share in the dream of a better Nigeria where success will be the reward for hard work and not through drug trafficking and other drug related offences.

The era of glorifying drug barons and criminals is far gone and the Actors Guild of Nigeria, as Ambassadors of Nigerias image is readily available for advocacy campaigns, talk-shops, production of skits, playlets, feature films etc. on the menace of drug abuse and trafficking, he stated.

Apart from the National President, Emeka Rollas Ejezie, other members of the delegation include: Mohammed Kareem, Vice President North Central; veteran actor, Zulu Adigwe; Steve Eboh; Onwurah Agility Ifeanyi; Waash Waziri, Vice President North West; Nazareth Jesse Bako, Mayor AGN Abuja; Pamela Abah; Veteran actor, Lisa Onu and Hajiya Salma Ibrahim, Chairman AGN Kaduna.

Nigerian Army Debunks Allegation of Delayed Payment of Soldiers' January Salary, Says Online Report Misleading, Inciting  

Oki Samson
www.trekafrica.net

The Nigerian Army has denied and debunked Online media report alleging that her personnel are lamenting over the delay in payment of their January, 2022 salary.

In a press statement e-signed and released to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP by the Nigerian Army's Spokesperson, Brig Gen Onyema Nwachukwu stated that, "The Nigerian Army (NA) has been notified of a publication by Sahara Reporters alleging that personnel of the Nigerian Army lamented delay in payment of their January salary, with many paid peanuts, while Generals feed fat. This report is not only misleading, but a grandiose attempt to incite personnel against established precept of discipline in the NA. For avoidance of doubt, since the Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Faruk Yahaya assumed command, he has prioritized the welfare of officers, soldiers and their families, including ensuring prompt payment of salaries, allowances and all statutory entitlements to personnel. Therefore, the allegation suggesting delay and non implementation of new salary increase is a reckless falsehood in all its intent and purposes."

According to Nwachukwu, "It must be emphasised, that over the years, the NA has built a reputation and unbroken record of prompt payment of salaries and allowances. Officers and soldiers get their monthly salaries and allowances as at when due."

"Additionally, if there is any envisaged delay, troops are usually communicated through the internal communication mechanism."

It is therefore instructive to state that for the month of January, all salaries and allowances have been paid. The attempt to stir up discontent and whip up sentiment with regards to the unsubstantiated and baseless report that Generals feed fat is an outrageous frivolity. It is an attempt to incite personnel against the institution and cause disaffection in the ranks and should therefore be outrightly discountenanced.

The NA wishes to call on all credible media to distance themselves from the apparent unprofessional and disgraceful yellow journalism practiced by some media channels and purveyors of fake of news.

Our troops are in high spirit and would not be distracted by any mischievous submission by agent provocateurs.

CG AUDI FROWNS AT WITHDRAWAL OF NSCDC OFFICIALS ASSIGNED TO MEMBER HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE, ORDERS REINSTATEMENT

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The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi has frowned at the unauthorized withdrawal of the Corps' officers attached to an honorable member of the Federal House of Representatives, Hon Shina Peller.

In a press statement e-signed and released to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP by the Corps'Director of Public Relations, DCC Olusola Odumosu stated that, "The leadership of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has dismissed as unauthorized and without recourse to the Corps constituted authority, a letter signed and sent to a Member of the House of Representatives, Hon Shima Peller, informing him of the withdrawal of officials of the NSCDC assigned to him."

According to Odumosu, "Not only did the officer in question lacked the power to do such, he was also found to have acted on his whims without clearance. The Commandant General, Dr. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, has therefore directed a reinstatement of the withdrawn officers with a compliment of necessary courtesies to the Honourable Member."

03-02-2022

A REWARD IS COMING

For God is not unjust. He will not forget how hard you have worked for Him and how you have shown your love to Him by caring for other believers, as you still do. Our great desire is that you will keep on loving others as long as life lasts, in order to make certain that what you hope for will come true.
Hebrews 6:10‭-‬11 NLT

God is not an unjust God. Just like you are expected to be paid when you work for others either weekly or monthly, God is also willing to reward anyone who works for Him. Some people assume that the only responsibility they have as children of God is to have a good relationship with Him through the Holy Spirit and worship Him in spirit and in truth. As important as this is, God also has responsibilities for you which includes caring for others through sound leadership and deep love.

As a child of God, you must learn to care for others through provision of leadership, prayers and counseling. There are people who desire to move forward in life and know God just like you do and it is the responsibility of you and I to make sure this happens. This is why you are not supposed to be a bench warmer in your church. As much as possible, get involved in the leadership of your church to help others become grounded and comfortable in life. Becoming a leader or a volunteer worker in your church is part of the big picture of helping other people.

Our Discovery Devotional tells us the most important aspect of loving and caring for others which is the reward that comes from God. We are told that He is not an unjust God who would forget to pay you for what you are doing for him. I can tell you that God has been paying me for many years and I cannot but appreciate him. There are some of us who would not even be alive if not for the mercy of God. Serving God and doing his assignment pays. You may not see it now but believe me, one day, you would be glad that you serve Him.

I encourage you today to get involved in the care system leadership of your church. Look for opportunities to care for other people and love them. God is watching all and His rewards would come when it is least expected. I pray that you would not lose and miss your rewards in Jesus name.
DISCOVERY CONFESSION

1. I am serving God with the whole of my heart and doing His work without looking back in Jesus name.

2. My rewards for loving and caring for others is coming speedily from God in Jesus name.

Blessings

PSO

02-02-2022

WAIT FOR YOUR TIME

Be still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for him to act. Don’t worry about evil people who prosper or fret about their wicked schemes.
Psalms 37:7 NLT

The world has become so evil that we barely find righteous people around. Everyone is in a hurry to become wealthy, influential and popular. People no longer care for themselves but are ready to do anything it takes to become rich including killing their fellow humans. This is a great height of wickedness. The painful part is that our nation or world now celebrates people who become wealthy regardless of how they made their money. Also, some Christians envy some of these wicked people not considering that God is angry with the wicked.

As a child of God, you must not live a life that is greedy or too concerned about earthly possessions. Our prosperity is to help others prosper and bless other people. Making money by bringing tears to the eyes of others will end in pains. Our Discovery Devotional this morning tells us to be patient for God to act. God has a timing alloted to our shinning and he knows how to bring it to come to pass. What you have been expecting may not be here yet but be patient for God to act. Stop envying wicked people and their prosperity. Your own prosperity will last forever but theirs will fade off suddenly.

I encourage you to keep praying and wait on God because He is on your case. It might look long but believe me, it will happen at the right time for you. Your responsibility is to be consistent with God and the right values of hard-work and constant development. I pray that very soon, you will enter great dimensions of wealth and prosperity in Jesus name.

DISCOVERY CONFESSION

1. I wait on God for my increase and prosperity in Jesus name.

2. 2022 marks the beginning of great levels of wealth and prosperity for me in Jesus name.

Blessings

PSO

01-02-2022

AN EXAMPLE

So now Jesus and the ones he makes holy have the same Father. That is why Jesus is not ashamed to call them his brothers and sisters. Since he himself has gone through suffering and testing, he is able to help us when we are being tested.
Hebrews 2:11‭, ‬18 NLT

Have you ever gone through certain situations you couldn't understand? Sometimes, we wonder why we have to go through some tough times or why our lives had to undergo a certain pattern. Well the answer is in the scriptures.

In our Discovery Devotional today, we see how that Jesus went through testing and suffering so that he could help others when they are being tested and they are suffering. There is no doubt that you are going through that situation because you would soon have to counsel someone on the same issue.

Several years ago, I wondered why I had to go through some things I didn't understand at that time Only to realize several years after I had become who I am now that it was deliberate by God. God wanted me to have those experiences so I would be able to appropriately help others who are going through thesame things.

Stop feeling bad about what you are going through. You cannot help others if you have not overcome the same things. Focus on coming out of it because it is going to validate your CV when it is time to help others. Praise God because you are more than a conqueror. The only way to make your story sweet when others would want to learn from you is to tell them "I went through the same thing and now I have conquered". I pray you come out victorious, strengthened and ready to help others in Jesus name.

DISCOVERY CONFESSION

1. I overcome every situation and circumstance that tries to weaken me in Jesus name.

2. I am a solution to many people's challenges and my life is a reflection of what God can do and has done in Jesus name.

Blessings

PSO

The man whose picture appears above came to worship for the first time in our church on Sunday 23rd January 2022. He fainted while service was going on and created a scene for worshippers to worry. The man was immediately taken out of the auditorium for resuscitation in the church clinic. God so good two medical doctors were in the service and prompt attentions were given. Of course, prayers were going pari-passu with the medical care. It was observed that the feet of the man were getting code and pulse was low. He was given drip and some tests conducted on him. To the glory God the man was resuscitated after some time.

When the man could speak, he was asked his name and he said he is John Samuel. He narrated that he was called on phone to come for a cooking job in Lagos in October 2021 because his job is cooking. On getting to Lagos, his invitee by name Wasiu came to pick him from the park. Somehow, he slept off in the car and by the time he woke up he found himself in a room with three other guys. The four of them were naked and their captors came for them one after the other at different days.

According to him the captors could not use him for their ritual, and he was dropped on a bridge that morning. It was in the process of wondering about that he located our church and decided to come and worship.

Some of the questions asked and responses were:
Are you married? No.
Where are you from? Usieluku, Delta State
Can you give us phone number of any of your family member? I can’t remember any phone number. Contacts I could call are in my phone which the captors took away with my bag.

We decided to assist him to relocate him back to his family in Delta State. According to him there is a transport service that goes to their village in Ojuelegba. After eating two plates of rice with coke and water he had strength to walk. We decided to report his case in the nearby police station. The Policemen on duty after asking various questions from the man advised that relocating him to his family is better because the man could not produce any contact to call. The policemen also advised that we take him to standard transporter in Jibowu.

We proceeded to Jibowu and bought a ticket of a bus going to his area. Contact number of a church member was used for the booking and the cashier was asked to call the number if there is any issue. The booking was done around 3:00pm and the bus was to leave around 7:00pm. We gave John N5,000.00 to eat on the way, pay for any other expenses and have something to still take home. We left him in the park.

At about 4:15pm we received a call from the transport company that John said he did not want to travel again because of his health and demanded for refund of transport fare. The company called to inform us, and we asked the company to hold on that we would come back. Before we got there the man has left after making trouble with the company for not refunding the money to him. Graciously, the company returned the fare to us.

Learning Points
1. Church should take extra caution in dealing with first timers with all sorts of issues and stories. Is our duty to help and God will help us to render help that will not backfire.
2. Churches should not offer accommodation to first timer in the church. Many churches have had their finger burnt in the process.
3. Take good look of the picture in case the man shows up in your church.
4. As we pray for new people to join our churches God will lead genuine ones to us. The Church of God will continue to match on, and the gate of hell will not prevail in Jesus’ name.

NAOSNP PAYS CONDOLENCE VISIT TO HUMAN RIGHTS LAWYER, MONDAY UBANI OVER FATHER'S DEATH

Deji Plug

The National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP) has paid a condolence visit to prominent human rights lawyer, Dr. Monday Onyekachi Ubani (MOU) over the passing of his father and patriarch of the Ubani family, Pa Ubani who died aged 101. The association’s membership led by their President, Oki Samson to the Ubani residence in Lagos was warmly received by Barr. Ubani, his wife, and the rest of the family.

Hailing the media persons for the huge love, Dr. Ubani who doubles as the legal adviser for National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP) commented: ‘I want to thank you very much on behalf of me and my family. We appreciate the members of this association. Look at the kind of love we have enjoyed. Of all the journalists I know, you are the first people to visit me with a letter of tribute. It will be compiled in the funeral programme.’

‘I want to appreciate you that whenever there is news about me, you always circulate it including my victory over the EFCC and in the NIN case. Even if they don’t pay the money, I know that the pronouncement is on record and it has been made public all over the world. When I get all the victories, I kneel down and I thank God.’

‘I am proud to be a friend of journalists. I am grateful. My prayer is that you will all know God. Thank you for being part of the struggle to propagate my ideas. When I wanted to be Chairman of NBA Ikeja branch, I got it. It is a place where we have everybody, Yorubas, Hausas, Igbos, everybody. I am proud to be a Nigerian’, he said.

The President of the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP), Oki Samson conveyed the deep appreciation of members of the body to the Barrister who plays a key role in fostering the progress of the media body. He affirmed that the organization will be on ground during the funeral ceremony in Abia state.

Speaking on his recent visit to Sokoto, the Chairman of NBA-SPIDEL, Dr. Monday Onyekachi Ubani (MOU) affirmed: ‘It was a great reception in Sokoto. Immediately we got there, we went to the court, from there to the Attorney General’s office. From there, we had a meeting with the Governor Aminu Tambuwal. Two years ago, we were in the East, last year we were in Ibadan, and this year, we are in Sokoto.’


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Dr Herbert Wigwe, Group Managing Director, Access Bank Plc says ending HIV in Nigeria is possible when Nigerians take responsibility collectively.

Wigwe said this at the launch of 100 million dollars HIV Trust Fund of Nigeria in Abuja.

He urged the private sector to rise up to the occasion by working in collaboration with government in area of ownership in sustaining the HIV response.

"However, the original emergency Plan to fight AIDS must transform into a Sustained Response that prevents new infections and ensures those on treatment stay on treatment.

"The era of sustainability demands that Africans take responsibility and ownership for the end of AIDS in Africa," he said.

Wigwe who said that Nigeria currently had the third largest HIV epidemic statistics worldwide, said over 80 per cent of the funding had been mainly from international donors.

According to him, the Nigerian private sector currently contributes about 2% of total funds allocated to HIV.

He urged the private sector to collectively join hands in the ownership of the funding to eradicate HIV in Nigeria, asserting the readiness of Access bank to supporting improved health system.

"Access Bank is not known for complacency. We are known for our drive for financial and economic growth, for leadership in national health issues.

"Particularly the national response to COVID, and we are known for our commitment to sustainability, especially relating to strengthening our national health system.

"With less than half of people living with HIV have access to treatment or adequate care, Access Bank partnered with other private sector organizations here from the Nigerian Business Coalition Against AIDS (NiBUCAA)

"To educate our staff, raise public awareness and support individuals living with HIV/AIDS."

Wigwe explained that the bank had also conceived of this national HIV Trustfund, as a N50 billion private sector-led mechanism to pool our resources to provide significant sustainable inputs required to scale up the impact of the AIDS response in Nigeria.

He expressed the commitment of Access bank and other private sectors to ensuring that mothers were tested and drugs provided to end mother to child transmission.

Alhaji Aliko Dangote, Chairman of Dangote Group said that it was a collective responsibility of all to bring the number of persons living with HIV to zero.

Dangote said that the money to be realised in the launch would be channeled to getting all pregnant tested and treated.

He called on the private sector to work with the public sector at equal frequency in to end HIV in Nigeria.

Mr Osagie Okunbor, Managing Director, Shell pledged commitment of Shell to the funding to ending HIV in Nigeria. (NAN)


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Today is Akin Obasa's birthday. The News/ PM News' retired journalist turns 64, and everyone is taking to social media to let him know how much they appreciate his legacy.

Akin, through his wealth of knowledge and reservoir of experience helped to launch several publications we now know today, and has remained the undisputed Ironman, within editorial rooms and social circles.

It's been over two years since anyone heard from Ironman in official capacity, especially since retiring from The News/ PM News, but he's a popular fix within the world of soft sell magazines and upcoming publications.

Journalist, husband, father, brother, friend, and mentor, say a kind prayer for my old man on his 64th birthday.

NSCDC BOSS RESTRUCTURES RIVERS STATE COMMAND, DECLARES TOTAL WAR ON VANDALS AND ECONOMIC SABOTEURS

Oki Samson
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The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi has restated his assurance to restructure and reconstitute the anti vandal unit of Rivers State command with a view to prioritize the safety and protection of Critical National Assets and Infrastructure.

In a press statement e-signed and released to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP by the Corps' Director of Public Relations, DCC Olusola Odumosu stated that, "The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Ahmed Abubakar Audi, PhD, mni, has affirmed his commitment to sanitizing and rejiging the Rivers State Command of the Corps for effective service delivery and optimal performance."

According to Odumosu, "This is in the furtherance of his assurance to restructure and reconstitute the anti vandal unit of Rivers State command with a view to prioritizing the safety and protection of Critical National Assets and Infrastructure towards putting an end to attacks or wanton vandalism."

"NSCDC as the lead agency in safeguarding all Critical National Assets and Infrastructure in Nigeria is poised to putting in place a robust response and coordination system to guarantee safety and formidability of the country as Africa's largest economy and leading oil exporter with the largest natural gas reserves."

Dr Audi made this bold statement, while receiving the report of an Investigative committee set up to investigate the allegations by the governor of Rivers State against some personnel said to be aiding and abbeting suspected illegal dealers in petroleum products.

The committee which conducted an on the spot assessment of different locations in Rivers State including the NSCDC jetty and the exhibit yard where all impounded oil tankers, drums of illegally refined products, barges and boats were kept while awaiting Court judgement was headed by Acting DCG operations, Mohammed Lawal Haruna from the National headquarters Abuja.

The CG decried the action of some bad eggs within the Corps in various formations and gave stern warning to all heads of anti vandal unit to refrain from any form of compromise, charging them to be more committed, purposeful and patriotic in fulfilling the mandates of the Corps without prejudice.

"Henceforth, a telescopic monitoring would be launched on the activities of the anti vandal squads in all formations and anyone not living up to expectation would be shown the way out immediately. You must wake up from your slumber to arrest and prosecute vandals and criminals. Audi said

In a transparent move to ensure greater efficiency in the frontline of the Corps Anti Vandalism campaign in Rivers State which is the epicenter of oil exploration activities, the Corps helmsman methodically rejig the Command by removing the former Head of the Anti Vandal Unit who is from the North Central and replaced him with a New Head from South East, the State Commandant has also been replaced with a New Commandant from the North West while the Zonal Commander hails from the South South.

"I have charged the New Commandant and the newly reconstituted Anti Vandal Unit to launch a total war against petroleum pipeline vandals, illegal oil bunkerers and all economic saboteurs by dislodging vandals, arresting oil thieves and dismantling all illegal refineries and road blocks. Any attempt to delay immediate prosecution of arrested suspects is tantamount to compromise and any personnel caught collecting settlement or tampering with impounded tankers, petroleum products and other exhibits would be sanctioned and dealt with decisively according to the Standard Operating Procedures and Code of Ethics of the Corps".... Audi said.

He assured that the NSCDC under his watch will not condone any act of recklessness, indiscipline, negligence or compromise by any operatives as this is not only counter productive but at variance with his principles and the corporate existence of the Corps.

OP HADIN KAI: TROOPS ELIMINATE BH/ISWAP TERRORISTS, CAPTURE EQUIPMENT IN YOBE, BORNO

Dejiplug

Troops of 120 Task Force Battalion, Sector 2, Joint Task Force(JTF), North East(NE) Operation HADIN KAI(OPHK) in consolidating on their operational feat against Boko Haram(BH) and Islamic State West Africa Province Terrorists (ISWAP) have eliminated the criminal elements in a fierce encounter at Goniri, Yobe State on Saturday 29 January 2022. Troops recorded this feat in conjunction with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force(CJTF).

In a clearance operation code named "Operation DOMINANCE I, along the insurgents' route of manouvre at Ngirbua village, the gallant troops neutralized two BH/ISWAP terrorists following a ferocious battle, while others, bowing to troops' superior firepower retreated in disarray.

The troops recovered one AK 47 Rifle, one FN rifle and a motorcycle. These are aside other equipment recovered by troops.

The troops in conjunction with CJTF are currently, combing the general area to track down the fleeing insurgents.

Meanwhile, Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province Terrorists in Borno State have again sufered a bloody nose on Sunday 30 January 2022, as troops of Sector 3 Operation HADIN KAI deployed at Forward Operating Base Magumeri came in contact with the terrorists while on a fighting patrol around Mallumti general area. In the firefight that ensued, the dogged troops neutralized three terrorists and recovered three AK47 Rifles , one magazine, quantity 23 of 7.62mm special ammunition, one pick-up truck, two solar panels, seven mobile phones, food stuff and provisions, among others.

The good people of Yobe and Borno states are please enjoined to support the troops with actionable information on the movement of any insurgent in their localities.

ONYEMA NWACHUKWU
Brigadier General
Director Army Public Relations
31 January 2022

INSECURITY: POLICE AIG LAUDS NSCDC FEMALE SQUAD PLEDGED UNALLOYED SYNERGY

Sam Oki
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The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi has been commended for his foresightedness, commitment over the establishment of the Special Female Squad (SFS) and the relentless efforts in the fight against insecurity across the nation.

In a press statement e-signed and released to the National Association of Online Security News Publishers, NAOSNP by the Corps' Director of Public Relations, DCC Olusola Odumosu stated that, "The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Vetenary, Mrs Aisha'atu Abubakar has commended the efforts of the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi mni. for the establishment of the Special Female Squad (SFS) and the relentless efforts in the fight against insecurity occasioned by banditry, kidnapping, abduction of school Children amongst others in the nation."

According to Odumosu, "AIG Abubakar said this while receiving in her office the SFS National Commander, CSC Oluwakemi Imohnike and her entourage who paid a courtesy call to the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters, Abuja in order to strengthen the existing collaborations between the two organizations."

"While speaking on the activities of the Special Female Squad both in Abuja and other States of the federation Imohnike said, the NSCDC SFS was primarily established as a response to the clarion call by the federal government through the office of the Minister of Interior, Engr. Rauf Aregbesola who tasked the NSCDC Commandant General to develop a robust scheme that would tackle the menace of insecurity in schools. This pragmatic move of course is in tandem with the federal government safe schools initiative and since formation the Special Female Squad has not rested on her Oasis."

"Immediately the SFS was established we leveraged on the maximum support given by the Commandant General who had already set up a committee of intellectuals in corps that conducted a vulnerability studies on all schools across the federation, it was deduced that from over 82,000 government and private schools in the nation about 62,000 had no perimeter fencing or any security measures put in place to forestall external aggression and this informed our determination to put an end to kidnapping and abduction of School Children across the nation".

The Special Female Squad National Commander further said the Corps has employed a non-kinetic approach in tackling insecurity by carrying out sensitization and awareness programs across Primarily and Secondary Schools in Abuja and the entire federation as the students are being exposed to necessary security tips that would enhance their knowledge and make them develop a security conscious mindset in their day to day activities.

In her response AIG Aisha'atu Abubakar lauded the NSCDC Commandant General for giving the female personnel the opportunity of exercising their fundamental strength by contributing their quota to protection of lives and properties of the citizens; noting that women are diligent and dogged agent of positivity when given the much needed support and encouragement. She further affirmed that her office would facilitate a more elaborate interactive session, Security workshop and seminars between the two agencies to foster and strengthen the existing synergy and engender stronger collaborative effort in fight against insecurity.

Jostoman:
This thread is for agege people

Actually more for the entire southwest, Yorubas, especially Ekiti, Ondo and Lagos

Life goes on

RIP Honorable

Matt.6v33. Life is a gift. Life is a trust

https://www.nairaland.com/6958501/honorable-obasa-seasoned-broadcaster-politician

LillyandDaisy:
We will see how it ends!

It ends after everyone dies and proceeds to the White Throne room for judgement.

Matthew.6v33.

RIP Honorable Olayinka Obasa (Former Ekiti State Senator)

https://www.nairaland.com/6958501/honorable-obasa-seasoned-broadcaster-politician

https://www.nairaland.com/6958721/every-single-detail-own-story

Crazy things are happening (in Tems voice)

Meanwhile rate my girl's artwork

iderahezron:
globally

Hmm, life goes on. Honorable Olayinka Obasa represented Ekiti when he was alive, now he's passed on, life continues.

Live in view of Eternity. Repent and get closer to God while still alive o

https://www.nairaland.com/6958501/honorable-obasa-seasoned-broadcaster-politician

YesYes so, well said, meanwhile, today is Honorable Obasa's wake. Kindly say a parting prayer for him

https://www.nairaland.com/6958501/honorable-obasa-seasoned-broadcaster-politician

Reacting to the passing of his beloved brother, Tunde Oni-Obasa, a renowned banker penned this emotional note

"Igi to ba da, kii pe n'igbo' like the Yoruba adage goes is really true as the best trees in the forest don’t last. Words fail me as it is because it never occurred to me that I will be writing your tribute this soon.
They say we can't choose family but in my life, I have never regretted having you as my brother and if reincarnation exists and I have the opportunity to choose my family, I will choose you many times over. A brother who became a father, a best friend to all.  I don’t think I can recollect anytime you have gotten angry to the extent that you lost your cool and I can’t say that there has been any time that the atmosphere around you is dour as your smile and your jokes have always been a source of reassurance and joy. Humble and accommodating to a fault, everyone was is your friend
I will not say that I will miss you because that would be an understatement but one thing is certain; you have reiterated that true living is not by how long one lives but by how well one does. You lived well a life worthy of emulation and a life worthy of envy.
Honorable Olayinka Obasa, your honor has never been in question as you have lived your life well and to the fullest. Your legacy and your achievements attest to that fact.
Rest on dear brother, till we meet to part no more"

A combination of beauty and brains, Meet ebony nurse and Lasucom Rotaractor, Olaitan, as she proudly flaunts her portrait artwork, which she has captioned

"This is the real definition of work of art, for every single detail has it's own story"

I seriously think the art deserves a 5/10. What's the rating on your scorecard