Reno Omokri Accused Of Enjoying Himself Abroad With Stolen Government Money; He Replies
Former Presidential Aide, Reno Omokri has shared his affluent historical background to his followers in reply to a Facebook user who accused him of enjoying life abroad with the money he stole during former president Jonathan's administration, IgbereTV reports.
@Saifullah El-yaquob took to the comment section in Omokri's post and wrote;
"You don steal our money during the corrupt Jonathan's regime dey go abroad enjoying life, right?
Continue, Nigeria will soon be divided and you must return all those money you and your cronies stole"
In Reply to the comment, Reno Omokri shared throwback photos of himself and wrote;
"Dear @Saifullah El-yaquob,
Thank you for your comment.
The first photo is me at 9 ‘enjoying life’ at Disneyland, California in 1983. The second photo is me at 12 enjoying life at Regent Street, London, in 1986. The third photo is me enjoying life at Notting Hill Carnival in 2002.
I am a descendant of Olu Atuwatse I (Dom Domingos), the first West African to have a university degree in 1611. To God be the glory, nobody in my lineage suffers. My ancestors were enjoying life before there was a Nigeria. And if there ceases to be a Nigeria tomorrow, God willing, both my descendants and I will continue to enjoy life.
And by the way, the Buhari administration has investigated me up to my underwear. They have scrutinised me and found nothing. Hence I have never been accused of theft in my life by any government under the sun.
Those Plotting Nigeria’s Destruction Will Have Shock Of Their Lives – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday issued a stern warning to those plotting to destroy Nigeria, saying they will soon receive the shock of their lives.
Speaking after he received a briefing from Chairman of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Mahmood Yakubu, on series of attacks on facilities of the electoral body around the country, President Buhari said the Federal Government has given the perpetrators enough time.
“I receive daily security reports on the attacks, and it is very clear that those behind them want this administration to fail,” the President was quoted as saying via a statement issued by his spokesman, Femi Adesina.
“Insecurity in Nigeria is now mentioned all over the world. All the people who want power, whoever they are, you wonder what they really want. Whoever wants the destruction of the system will soon have the shock of their lives. We’ve given them enough time.”
While recalling that hat he visited all the 36 states of the country before the 2019 general elections, Buhari said: “Majority of the people believed me, and the election proved it.”
He promised to continue leading the country in accordance with constitutional provisions, adding that those misbehaving in certain parts of the country were obviously too young to know the travails and loss of lives that attended the Nigerian Civil War.
He added, “Those of us in the fields for 30 months, who went through the war, will treat them in the language they understand. We are going to be very hard sooner than later.”
The President said the Service Chiefs and the Inspector-General of Police have been changed, “and we will demand security from them.”
On the dangers posed to future elections by the burning of INEC facilities, President Buhari said he would give the electoral commission all it needed to operate, “so that no one would say we don’t want to go, or that we want a third term. There will be no excuse for failure. We’ll meet all INEC’s demands.”
GOVERNOR UMAHI CONDEMNS ATTACK ON IZHI SPEAKING PEOPLE OF BENUE STATE BY SUSPECTED HERDSMEN: DESCRIBES IT AS AN ACT OF WICKEDNESS
The Governor of Ebonyi State, Engineer David Nweze Umahi has condemned the brutal attack on the Izhi-speaking people of Nwori Nduobashi, Odoke, and Obakotaru in Addo Local Government Area of Benue State by suspected herdsmen, IgbereTV reports.
Governor Umahi made the condemnation when he visited victims of the attack at the Accident and Emergency Unit of the Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital, FETHA 2, Abakaliki.
The Governor, who expressed sadness on the colossal loss of lives orchestrated by the senseless killings by the herders, wondered how human lives no longer mean much in the sensibilities of Nigerians.
"What I saw this afternoon is nothing but an act of wickedness and satanism, I do not know for any reason why people should be raping two-year-old children, putting a knife on one year old, killing little children, killing fathers and mothers for what reason, and what worries me most is that the Deputy Governor of Benue State came on air to say that they don’t know whether these people are from Benue State or Ebonyi State, that is a height of irresponsibility.
“We know we have boundary problem with Benue State but we have a buffer zone and these places are not within the buffer zone, these people are citizens of Benue State, paying their taxes in Benue State, facilities, everything in Benue State, yes, some of them are Ebonyi speaking people, we have Igbo speaking people in Edo State, in Rivers in Akwa Ibom and even beyond the shores of this country but that does not mean that security-wise, are responsible.
“Everything should not be reduced to blame games, people of Benue State should form their own kind of Ebubeagu to protect their people instead of blaming Mr. President, Mr. President cannot be everywhere.
“If they want to belong to Ebonyi, let Benue people allow them so that we can get that place and protect their lives. They will fail to protect them and still pretend that the place is in Benue State.
The Governor advised AK-47 carrying herders and criminals to stay out of Ebonyi State as the state is not safe for them. “And let me warn, anybody that is not security agency with Ak-47, it doesn’t matter who you are, if you come to Ebonyi with it, you must be fought to a standstill. Whether it is sticks, sand, or fire, anything we see, we will use and fight you.
“Enough of this madness; it is sheer madness. This kind of wickedness can bring a curse upon a nation; it’s not acceptable.
“When madness meets with madness, there is a balance of terror and sanity will return. We cannot fold our hands and watch our people slaughtered as such.”
He condemned the laxity of the Benue State Government in taking responsibility to protect their citizens who duly pay their taxes and other obligations to their State Government, noting that the Benue state government should have visited the hospital where their indigenes are receiving treatment before now.
He called on the Izhi-speaking people of Benue State to form a vigilante to protect themselves from foreign incursion instead of waiting on the Benue State Government that is averse to complaints than solutions.
He promised to foot the medical bills, provide shelter and feeding of the victims receiving treatment at the Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki.
The Governor while commending the Chief Medical Director of FETHA, Dr. Emeka Onwe, for his proactiveness in handling the situation, called on people to desist from politicizing the attack.
The victims said they are indigenes of Benue State who were attacked by the herdsmen in the early hours of 30th May, 2021 killing them with guns and machetes.
Some of them, Lebechi Nwedoga and Stephen Nwagu, said the Izhi-speaking people of Nwori Nduobashi, Odoke and Obakotaru were completely wiped by the marauding herdsmen.
Reno Omokri stated via his Instagram handle that the insecurity situation in Imo State would not have reached its present level, if the immediate past governor of the state, Emeka Ihedioha wasn't removed from office, IgbereTV reports.
Ihedioha was removed from office by the Supreme court in January 2020.
Reno wrote;
''Ever since Hope Uzodinma was imposed by the Supreme Court on Imo, Imo became hopeless. That judgment is haunting Nigeria.
Its effects are spreading beyond Imo to contaminate other states. I pray Imo will not be to the 4th Republic, what Ondo was to the 2nd Republic.
If Emeka Ihedioha had not been unjustly removed, Imo would never have descended to this level.
When you use federal power to impose a leader on a state, that state may become so disgruntled that the same federal power won’t be able to provide cover for the fallout of their coverup''
Governor Hope Uzodinma Commiserates With Families Of Those Killed By Unknown Gunmen
Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma took to his Facebook handle today May 31, to commiserate with the families of Alhaji Ahmed Gulak and others who were killed by unknown gunmen in Imo State, IgbereTV reports.
He wrote;
"Ndị Imo, it is with a very heavy heart that I come your way today. The pain of losing a person or loved one, the horror of holding your family member in his or her final moments, the anger of someone being so reckless, so thoughtless that their bullet destroyed your life, are emotions no individual should ever have to endure.
I sympathize with the families of those who lost their lives through stray bullets during this period. As you know, the death of anyone diminishes mankind. But the brutal and callous assassination of Alhaji Ahmed Gulak yesterday, Sunday, May 30th, 2021 on his way to the Sam Mbakwe Cargo Airport, is painful because he did not deserve to die that way.
I will urge everybody to exercise restraint and allow the police to continue with their investigations, which I understand is already yielding positive results as some arrests have already been made. I commend the police for their speed so far in handling the present security breaches in the state.
Imo people are very hospitable. The events of the last few weeks do not represent who we truly are. I believe that the ongoing police investigations will uncover the whole truth; it is common knowledge that those who are innocent need not be afraid. But the guilty will never go scot-free, certainly not in this instant case.
Let me also through this medium commiserate with relations and families of victims of kidnapping, armed robberies, banditry and stray bullets in Imo state and to inform you that the government has been reaching out and will continue to reach out to all other victims.
May I on behalf of my family, the government and the good people of Imo state convey my heartfelt condolences to the immediate family of Alhaji Ahmed Gulak, the government and the people of Adamawa state and the families of our brothers and sisters in Imo state who lost their lives during this period.
Let me reassure you that Imo State government is committed to finding and punishing the killers.
Above all it is our fervent prayers that God in his infinite mercy shall grant us the fortitude to bear these devastating and shocking losses of these our beloved ones.
Governor Okezie Ikpeazu has urged people from different parts of the country and beyond to feel free to come to Aba for business or pleasure, or both because the town has been fully rejuvenated and is ready to play hosts to all manner of persons with lawful intentions, IgbereTV reports.
The Governor stated this at the closing and prize giving ceremonies of the maiden Abia Governor's Cup for the Golf Open Championship organized by the Aba Sports Club 1926 today at the club.
Governor Ikpeazu noted with pride that Aba has moved from the status of a pariah town back to its position as a bubbling commercial center. According to the Governor, if over 250 professional and amateur golf players, most from outside the State and even across the West African coast can converge on Aba and have stayed here for several days for this competition, it speaks to the transformation that has taken place in the town.
The Governor assured that Abia will continue to put issues around sustainable economic development and security of investors on the top burner in the State, and asked discerning investors to come to Aba, make money and enjoy.
He commended the Aba Sports Club for the initiative of this competition which has helped to open up our town and state, noting that those who came for the tournament will tell stories of what they experienced here. He assured the club that he will continue to partner with them in sustaining the competition. The Governor also congratulated the winners and later presented the star prize, a brand new SUV vehicle to the overall winner in the professional Cadre, Mr. Bako from Kano State and another vehicle to the winner of the second cadre, Mr. Gbenga.
Earlier, the President of the Aba Sports Club 1926, Chief Jerry Kalu appreciated the Governor for his support in making the competition a reality and for his efforts in the repositioning of Aba.
Some members of the State Executive Council as well as Trustees and members of the Aba Sports Club 1926 witnessed the event.
Couple Celebrating Wedding Anniversary Lists Names Of Guests Allowed To Attend (Photo)
A Nigerian couple celebrating their wedding anniversary erected a banner at the venue with the names of guests and their seat numbers, IgbereTV reports.
The Twitter user who shared the list online revealed that anyone whose name wasn't on the banner was not allowed into the venue.
Governor of Abia State, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu has directed all MDAs and LGAs in the state to comply fully with Abia State Revenue Laws and the Abia State Internal Revenue Service (ABIRS) directives in order to achieve the much needed revenue for state development, IgbereTV reports.
He gave this charge last week when he met with members of the State IGR Council to express his concerns towards the current economic downturn in the country as it affects the State's economy, given that a significant drop in FAAC disbursements is expected in the coming months.
While commending all stakeholders for their efforts in growing and sustaining the State’s revenue from N500million to the current sum of N1.5billion monthly, the Governor disclosed that the minimum amount of internally generated revenue required to run the state monthly is between N2.5billion to N3.5billion, and in order to attain this threshold, the need for government to be innovative, efficient, and proactive towards IGR growth cannot be overemphasized.
The Governor gave stern matching orders to the Council as it concerns revenue collection administration in the state and directed that planned innovations that will lead to the realisation of the N3billion targeted monthly revenue must be implemented immediately.
The Governor made no exceptions and warned that any MDA hiding any revenue source will be severely sanctioned.
He also mandated the State’s IRS to report all non-compliant MDAs by the end of May, including MDAs that refuse to accept an ABIRS desk officer at their Ministries, emphasising that any personnel involved would be redeployed immediately.
He also made compliance to the set standards of the ABIRS as provided by the Law a condition pre-requisite for any appointment to leadership roles in any MDA in the State.
Finally, the Governor reiterated his commitment and resolve to ensure attainment of the State’s IGR target for the continuing growth and development of the state and welfare of the citizens, and will, therefore, not tolerate any kind of encumbrances from anyone.
The meeting had in attendance, the Deputy Governor and Chairman of the State IGR Council, Hon. Sir Ude Oko Chukwu, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Barr Chris Ezem, Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr Uche Ihediwa, Commissioner for Finance, Dr Aham Uko, Deputy Chief of Staff, Permanent Secretaries, and Accountant General among other top government functionaries.
'My Girlfriend Asked Me For N10K For Makeup' - Plantain Thief Caught In Bayelsa Claims
A young man arrested for stealing bunches of plantain in Bayelsa community has claimed that he committed the offence because of his girlfriend asked him to give her the sum of N10,000, IgbereTV reports.
Facebook posts shared by community leaders on Monday, May 24, stated that the suspect was caught in Ebedebiri, Sagbama Local Government Area of the state.
When a community leader, Peres Double interrogated the suspect , the suspect claimed his girlfriend demanded for the sum of ten thousand naira (N10,000) supposedly to buy make-up and had given him a deadline to get the money.
The suspected thief from Angiama community, said he became so frustrated that he entered people's farms in Ebedebiri, harvested their plantains in a bid to sell them and raise money for his girlfriend. The suspect pleaded with the community leadership to forgive him.
Man Found Alive In Bayelsa Forest With Hands And Legs Tied After Being Attacked By Unknown Men (Photos)
A Nigerian man identified as Tama Ozigbo, who was thought to be dead by his attackers has been found alive inside a forest in Bayelsa State, IgbereTV reports.
Facebook user, Afririki Mieseta, who shared the news on Monday, May 24, stated that the victim, a security personnel was beaten to pulp by six unknown men suspected to be robbers and then dumped in the forest with his hands and feet tied after they presumed him dead.
Mieseta wrote;
"#BE_WATCHFUL_&_BE_SCURITY_CONSCIOUS
#BULOU_ORUA_NEWS_UPDATE
This is Tama Ozigbo from Bulou-orua community in sagbama local Government Area of Bayelsa State, He was Beaten lifeless by 6 Men that came to steal from a Cat Machine by 3am on Friday night which they thought He is Dead & he was Dumped in a Forest hand & legs been tyed.
He Happens to be a Security Personnel Securing a Caterpillar Machine along Sagbama/ Ekeremor Road (Bulou/Orua)..
But, to the Glory of God He is taking Medical Treatment .......
Calling on the Security Agency's to do something about this Barbaric act & Bring those involved to Book.
Be security conscious and report any suspicious movement around your Area.
Governor Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State has ignored the ongoing protest by civil servants in his state as he arrives in Murtala Square for the 23rd Annual Tax Conference of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) which is being hosted by the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS), IgbereTV reports.
Slay Queens Handcuffed After Man Who Brought Them To A Hotel Fled Without Paying Their Bills (Video)
Three "Slay Queens" were arrested and placed in handcuffs after the man who brought them to a Ghanaian hotel, fled without settling the bill accumulaed, IgbereTV has learnt.
In a video shared online the women were seen in handcuffs.
According to reports, despite arguing among themselves as to who is to blame for their ordeal, they reportedly could not come up with the amount needed and neither could they produce the man they came to the hotel with, and they had to remain handcuffed.
Nigerian Woman And Her 16-year-old Daughter Murdered By Male Flatmate After Foiled Rape Attempt (Photos)
A 49-year-old Nigerian woman Nkechinyere Nnaama and her 16-year-old daughter Ifunanya, were allegedly murdered in a suspected botched rape attempt on March 30th, 2021, IgbereTV reports.
Facebook user, Amaka Okeagu stated that the mother came back home from school and found the young man she shared her flat with, attempting to rape her daughter.
When the Nkechi raised an alarm, the suspect grabbed a hammer and hit her on the head before turning to Ifunanya. He ran away after the incident.
Nkechinyere died on the way to the hospital while her daughter passed away a day later, March 31.
IgbereTV gathered that the suspect was later arrested and allegedly confessed to the crime.
Mother and daughter will be laid to rest on Friday, June 4, 2021, in their hometown, Umuonaga village Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra State.
Amaka Okeagu wrote:
"Nkechi,Last month u came back from school very healthy and cheerful,, entering into your apartment,u heard your daughter who was then preparing for her SSCE exams struggling wt a young man u shared your flat with,he wanted to rape your daughter .
Immediately he heard your voice,he quickly picked hammer nd hit on your head nd returned same to your girl,then ran away,U died on the way to hospital while your daughter died two days ago.
You left your aged mother ,your husband nd your two beautiful girls. Thank God that he has confessed and I believe that God will reward him accordingly..Rest in peace my beautiful school daughter. Rest in peace Ada Agaba Police. Rest in peace beautiful Queen with a humble Heart. May you and your daughter find peace with your Creator. Amen. ''
Lady Touches Singer's Genital Area While Dancing With Him On Stage (Photos, Video)
IgbereTV captured a video which shows the moment a female dancer gave a male musician seductive dance styles while he was singing on stage. At a point the lady knelt before him and touched his genital area, making many expect she would open his trouser.
Erica Nlewedim has announced that she is starting her reality TV show called ‘Inside Life with Erica’ which will be shown on MTV Base, IgbereTV reports.
The former Big Brother Naija house mate said this in an Instagram live session with presenter, Nenny B.
Erica said the show is coming up on the 9th of June 2021. According to her, the show will feature different celebrities - herself and her friends, so as to enable her fans and viewers know more about them.
IgbereTV captured a video which shows the moment an Islamic cleric, Sheikh Sulaimon Faruq was praying for the General Overseer of Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye.
Faruq offered prayers for the Christian clergyman during Tafsir.
Faruq’s prayer comes in the wake of Pastor Adeboye losing his son, Dare Adeboye.
Southern Nigeria Governors Ban Open Grazing Of Cattle Across The Three Regions
#Southern #Nigeria #Governors ban open grazing of cattle across the three regions, call on Federal Government to convoke a national dialogue as a matter of urgency, IgbereTV reports.
Read the Communiqué issued at the end of their meeting held at Delta State Government House, Asaba, on Tuesday, May 11, 2021, for details.
COMMUNIQUE ISSUED AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE MEETING OF THE GOVERNORS OF SOUTHERN NIGERIA IN GOVERNMENT HOUSE, ASABA, DELTA STATE, ON TUESDAY, 11TH MAY, 2021
At its meeting, held today, 11th May, 2021, the Southern Governors Forum reviewed the situation in the nation generally and focused on the current security situation, agitations/restructuring, prospect for inter-state collaboration and partnerships as well as on the incidence of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Rising from the meeting, the Forum:
i) affirmed that the peoples of Southern Nigeria remain committed to the unity of Nigeria on the basis of justice, fairness, equity and oneness and peaceful co-existence between and among its peoples with a focus on the attainment of shared goals for economíc development and prosperity;
ii) observed that the incursion of armed herders, criminals and bandits into the Southern part of the country has presented a severe security challenge such that citizens are not able to live their normal lives including pursuing various productive activities leading to a threat to food supply and general security. Consequently, the meeting resolved that open grazing of cattle be banned across Southern Nigería;
iii) noted that development and population growth has put pressure on available land and increased the prospects of conflict between migrating herders and local populations in the South. Given this scenario, it becomes imperative to enforce the ban on open grazing in the South (including cattle movement to the South by foot);
iv) recommended that the Federal Government should support WILLING States to develop alternative and modern livestock management systems;
v) agreed that the progress of the nation requires that urgent and bold steps be taken to restructure the Nigerian Federation leading to the evolution of state police, review of revenue allocation formula in favour of the sub-national governments and creation of other institutions which legitimately advance our commitment to and practice of true federalism;
vi) recommended that in view of widespread agitations among our various peoples for greater inclusiveness in existing governance arrangements, the Federal Government should convoke a national dialogue as a matter of urgency;
vii) recommended that in deference to the sensitivities of our various peoples, there is need to review appointments into Federal Government Agencies (including Security Agencies) to reflect federal character as Nigeria's overall population is heterogenous;
viii) resolved to foster cooperation among the Southern States and the nation at large. In this connection, Secretaries to the Governments of the Southern States are to work together to develop and institutionalize a mechanism to foster this cooperation which will advance the comparative economic advantages and other interests of the Southern States;
ix) expressed concern on the continued gridlock on the Oshodi - Apapa Expressway and the chokehold it has exerted on the nation's economy being the sole outlet from Apapa Wharf. The meeting therefore recommended the activation and establishment of ports in other States of the federation to create new jobs and promote socio-economic activities in the country;
x) the meeting expressed concern on the economic implications of another lockdown on the country, and therefore suggested greater coordination and cooperation between Federal and State Governments in evolving strategies for dealing with the pandemic;
xi) expressed very grave concern on the security challenge currently plaguing the nation and strongly urged that Mr. President should address Nigerians on the challenges of insecurity and restore the confidence of our people; and
xii) expressed gratitude to our host, Governor Ifeanyi Okowa for his generosity and hospitality.
Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN Governor, Ondo State
His Excellency Dr. Victor Okezie Ikpeazu Governor, Abia State
His Excellency Chief Emmanuel Udom Governor, Akwa Ibom State
His Excellency Senator Diri Draoye Governor, Bayelsa State
His Excellency Willie Obiano Governor, Anambra State
His Excellency Prof. Ben Ayade Governor, Cross Rivers State
His Excellency Senator Dr. feanyi Okowa Governor, Delta State
His Excellency Engr. David Umahi Governor, Ebonyi State
His Excellency Godwin Obaseki Governor, Edo State
His Excellency John Olukayode Fayemi Governor, Ekiti State
His Excellency Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi Governor, Enugu State
His Excellency Senator Hope Uzodimma Governor, Imo State
His Excellency Babajide Sanwo-Olu Governor, Lagos State
His Excellency Dapo Abiodun Governor, Ogun State
His Excellency Isiaka Adegboyega Oyetola Governor, Osun State
His Excellency Oluwaseyi Abiodun Makinde Governor, Oyo State
His Excellency Ezenwo Nyesom Wike Governor, Rivers State
Politics › Reno Omokri Accused Of Enjoying Abroad With Stolen Government Money; He Replies by envoymedia(op): 7:34am On Jun 15, 2021
