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Agbegbaorogboye:
Inec is obviously an arm of the ruling party

Lol... because PDP refused to put their house in order?
When APC was victim of the same in Zamfara you kept mute.

Amitex:
Dear INEC is the secretary is ill-disposed, the party will become stranded abi?

But the secretary is hale and hearty.

Or is he indisposed?

alphaconde:
Great stuff really, i like what i see but then again

is fathers day celebration not suppose to be children to fathers?

You have a point there BUT

It is also expedient for wives to celebrate husbands who are supportive and who acts like Father figure to them.

SusanOpeyemi:
Aisha rejected the award from the drugie so as not to stain her reputation. This is damage control.

When was she honored?
Bring out your own democracy video where TINUBU mentioned her name on the list.

I am waiting.
Thanks.

Mrfeel:
Ok I read through it and came across this

Thanks for reading through the act sir.
Back to your screenshot:
CERTAIN FLAGS
The statement certain flag as used in the subsection of this act explained that citizens do not need LICENSE to flag certain flags (this certain flags includes but not restricted to) Nigerian flag, Russian flag, Israeli flag, Canadian flag, UK flag etc.
That is why people can fly different flags in schools, organizations, cars etc without being arrested by that subsection explained that people can fly certain flag (not biafran, o'odua, arewa flags) as long as it doesn't not affect the patriotism and nationalism of the individual.

Thanks.

Mrfeel:
What is the legal sentence for whoever breaks the law by using the flags?

Good question sir. What is the legal implications you ask.

The legal implications for anyone other than the President of Nigeria who uses the national flag with the coat of arms are specified in the Flag and Coat of Arms Act, particularly regarding unauthorized use.

Flag and Coat of Arms Act (1960), Section 7

> Section 7(1) – "Any person who flies or exhibits the National Flag, or any flag made to resemble the National Flag, in contravention of any regulation made under this Act, shall be guilty of an offence and liable on conviction to a fine or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding six months, or to both such fine and imprisonment."

Unauthorized use of the flag with the coat of arms (which is reserved for the President) can lead to:

A fine (amount not specified in the Act),

Imprisonment for up to 6 months, or

Both fine and imprisonment.

Only the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is legally permitted to use the national flag with the coat of arms superimposed on it.

Other individuals, institutions, or organizations must not use it, even for decoration, unless specifically authorized by regulation.

Thanks.

Konquest:
@Naptu2 is the ultimate resource person who can add more insights on to this thread. I remember he emphasized on this topic on his thread a couple of years ago. I can't readily find the post he made right now but will post the link here if I can create time to find it.

Second, is Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State right or wrong to use the Nigerian flag with the coat of arms on it? Peter Obi obviously has NO basis to use the flag with the coat of arms because he's currently NOT a political office holder.

Tbh, semi-literacy is a huge disease that befuddles the minds of the victims. Period.

The flag with the coat of arm is exclusive ONLY for the PRESIDENT according to SECTION 3(1) of the FLAG AND COAT OF ARM ACT. So anyone other than the President has NO right to use the Nigeria flag with the coat of arms.

THANKS.

Mrfeel:
Can you back what you wrote with the constitutional laws of Nigeria and when that law came to be ?

Check my last response on the Act that backed it up. That act is subsistent and has not been set aside and that's why presidents has been keeping to using it.

Thanks.

lexy2014:
"Constitutionally"?

what sections of the constitution said that only a seating president can use the nigerian flag with the coat of arms on it?

Lol...good question sir. Most of the laws in Nigeria are not in the constitution but in "ACTS" like the Naira Abuse that e person can be fined or jailed for is not a constitutional matter but an act that is enforceable even other laws with INEC and EFCC and many more.
Now read the explanation below maybe you can pick something from them. But thanks for the question. It's very thoughtful of you to ask.

The part of the Nigerian Constitution that provides for the president's exclusive use of the national flag with the coat of arms is not explicitly detailed in the 1999 Constitution itself. Instead, this provision is found in a subsidiary legislation under the Flag and Coat of Arms Act, specifically:

Flag and Coat of Arms (Standardisation) Act, 1960 (as amended)

Under this law:

Section 3(1) of the Flag and Coat of Arms Act provides that only the President may use the National Flag with the Coat of Arms superimposed on it.

The general public is only permitted to use the plain green-white-green flag, without the coat of arms.


Summary:

[/b]Not in the Constitution, but in the Flag and Coat of Arms Act.[b]

Section 3(1) is the key part stating the president’s exclusive right to use the flag with the coat of arms.

THANKS.

DMCY:
Learnt something entirely new today sha, thanks.

You are most welcome.
The honor is mine. Thanks for the compliment.

zero8zero:
Try Educate yourself abeg, Governors have the powers to design the green white green however they like.. Nothing is prohibited to them, the only thing prohibited is the flag that bears the military logo which is exclusive to the president.

Do you even read what the two of us are discussing?
I said "A governor cannot put the state seal on NIGERIA FLAG." Did I say they can't have their own flag?
Based on the picture you posted there are two flags; Nigeria Flag and Lagos Flag. You claimed it was the same flag that houses the Nigeria and Lagos Flags in One and I said No.
Do you disagree with this position? Yes or No.
Is Nigeria Flag the same as Lagos flag? Yes or No.
I don't like a beating about the bush kinda discussion.

READ MY WRITE UPS AGAIN

THANKS

Sheuns:
There is nothing like presidential flag. What we have is presidential seal. Tinubu administration use the Green White green flag without the coat of arms in the middle. (At least in a few of his broadcast videos the flag has no coat of arms in it)

Buhari, Obi and even Sanwo Olu just like many other Nigerian politicians and even the people misrepresent the flag having a coat of arms in the middle of it.

Chai.
Sir, a little check on "Nigerian Presidential Flag" online would have helped you read on the symbolism of that flag.
I don't want to drag dis issue.
The Nigeria Flag which is for all Nigerian is different from the Nigerias Presidential flag which is exclusive to the president.

Make we no drag this issue please, I no get lever.

Thanks.

Agbegbaorogboye:
I agree with you on that ground
But we should also call out the hypocrisy of Gawat who is seeing the log in someone else's eyes while ignoring the speck in his Oga's eyes simply because of corn

Smile. I understand you sir. I don't just do banter. All sides were wrong in this case.
Thanks.

zero8zero:
The flag behind SanwoOlu is one flag with an additional yellow stripe and two coats of arms.

Boss. Why you dey whine me na.
Check the first picture where Sanwo was addressing the crowd na. There are two flags there (Nigeria and Lagos flags).

Guy, you for just go online na and type "LAGOS STATE FLAG" na you can even check for all the states sef. No dey whine me ooo...
Lol.

Thanks.

Agbegbaorogboye:
Go and paste this on Jubril Gawat's wall. Sanwo is his Oga and he did not educate his Oga all this while but is busy educating someone superior to his Oga
Nor be ment be dat?!!

Sir, I don't have issues with Obi or Sanwo or their aids.
I am only educating Nigerian that the President's flag is the one being displayed by both Sanwo Olu and Peter Obi and it's constitutionally wrong. Both Sanwo Olu and Peter Obi were wrong. Simplito.

zero8zero:
You're wrong. Governors can even design a new coat of arms for their state if they wish, or design any flag they deem fit that promotes their states culture and visions.

Smile. You said I am wrong? Wow!!!
Go and check all the flags of the state with the states seals on them. It is never the green white green. The state will have its own flag with their own design or seal but never on the Nigerian flag. Even the pictures of Sanwo Olu showed that there were two flags behind him, one the green white green and the second the Lagos flag.

IF YOU SEE ANY GOVERNOR PUT THEIR OWN STATE SYMBOL ON THE GREEN WHITE GREEN KINDLY SEND THE THE PICTURE.

I AM PATIENTLY WAITING.
THANKS

Mrchippychappy:
Responding to https://www.nairaland.com/8450076/jubril-gawat-exposes-peter-obis


In a desperate attempt to tear down the integrity of Peter Obi, Sanwo Olu's aide made a double blunder while trying to point out someone else's perceived error.

Being blinded by inconsequential issues in an attempt to score a cheap political point is never a good look.

Nairaland moderators, please move to the front page. Thanks

Two wrongs do not make a right.
It is only the president who is allowed to use the Nigerian flag with the coat of arm on it.
Both Obi and Sanwo Olu are wrong to use the flag with a coat of arm on it.

LET ME EDUCATE YOU AND EVERYONE

WHY THE PRESIDENT USES THE FLAG WITH THE COAT OF ARM ON IT.
1. Distinction of Office (Presidential Standard)

The flag with the coat of arms is known as the Presidential Standard. It is a variation of the national flag used specifically by the President of Nigeria. The coat of arms in the center signifies that the flag represents the office of the President, not just the country in general.

This version is flown or displayed:

At the President’s official residence (e.g., Aso Rock).

On vehicles, aircraft, or podiums when the President is present.

At international or state functions involving the President.


2. National Flag vs. Presidential Flag

The national flag (green-white-green, without the coat of arms) represents Nigeria as a nation and is used by the general public, institutions, and at most official events.

The Presidential version (with the coat of arms) represents the authority of the President specifically.


This practice aligns with global norms. Many countries have a modified version of the national flag for their heads of state or military leaders (e.g., the U.S. Presidential Seal on the U.S. flag, or the UK Royal Standard for the monarch).

ARE GOVERNORS PERMITTED TO USE THAT FLAG?
No, state governors in Nigeria are not authorized to use the national flag with the coat of arms on the white stripe—that version is reserved exclusively for the President and represents the federal executive authority.

VERDICT: Buhari was right to use the flag with the coat of arm on it. Obi and Sanwo Olu were wrong to use the flag with the coat of arm on it.

Thanks.

He is more than qualified to be CON.
He deserves every bit of the recognition.

saysoo:
The you are saying that all CNN anchors and FOX news anchors are not journalists cause they take sides in lying about the government of USA.

Are journalists supposed to take side with or against government?
I don't care where a person works (CNN or BBC or Al Jazeera). A journalist must be research based and objective in addressing issues. If a 'person' does not act in accordance with the ethics of Journalism he is more of an OAP to me than a journalist irrespective of where they work (it's of zero importance). Full Stop.

Usmanovic95:
She wouldn't even date herself if we're to be a man.The guy isn't even ugly

I tire ooo.
The man is more of a handsome man than she is a beautiful woman (55/45).

Truths9ja:
without biased, the lady is pretty without makeup.

Was the man wearing makeup?
Does he look ugly for a man looking at the meaning of the word 'ugly'?
He is still an handsome man than she is a beautiful woman (55/45).

Truths9ja:
Nigeria Lady gives ten reasons why you should date an ugly man and used her man as an example 👀




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSTzHEGUQIg?

1 You will have Peace Of Mind
2 You will Sleep Well at Night
3 You will have confidence in yourself
4 Na only you get am

I am still trying to figure out who the uglier person is between the two.
The man or the lady? I seem confused.

uniquelyspecial:
That's what I see them doing.... A call to action.
I know people like Aniagolu, Sambo, Rufai, Okpe, Vimbai, Ayo and Reuben recognize good sides of the government and call out what they haven't done well. I can't say same about TVC and the NTA.

Arise News is a private TV station, and it's role is to amplify news, analysis issues and provide a platform for others (including government) to inform the public. It will be out of place if they are focused on singing the government's praise.

If all APC state governments and FG are doing well as we hear on TVC everyday (especially in Journalists hangout), it's simply shows that no hope for the country again. We don reach out best be that.

There is always a middle line and that is why journalist and journalism serves that middle like amongst the tripod (government, people and opposition) and Channels TV serves that purpose - it is also a private TV station.
If TVC is a pro government and Arise is a pro opposition both extra does not make a right.
Channels TV has stand top over the years in journalism and both TVC and Arise should take a cue from that. Why don't people from both government and oppositions raise constant doubts and protest against Channels TV? Have you ever asked that question?

TVC is wrong to be pro government all the time.
Arise is wrong to be pro opposition all the time.

XASE CLOSED!!!

ogugwa1992:
Arise TV Praises Reno Omokri For Proving That 30 Kilometres Completed on Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2wB4xkv5e8

Why was Rufai absent today of all days?
I believe Arise TV do this thing more often to save their moderators.
LOL!!! RUFAI CHICKENED OUT...LOL!!!

fuckingAyaya:
who confirmed it, Reno? That posted half videos on slow motion that ain't up to 5km, omo you can fool the Ronu people not everybody. Go to his page and see what he posted then come back here

Sir, go and do your own fast motion video and show it to us. I am not an APC person but you can't go to court and say something is not 30 km but unable to show us your own findings on how many km it is. No court will listen to you. PROVIDE EVIDENCE THAT IT IS NOT UP TO 30KM AND TELL US HOW MANY KM IT IS WITH PROOF AND WITNESSES LIKE RENO DID.
We Await

helinues:
I think Rufai is just too emotional about politics of a thing. Even if you are in bed with a party, there is a way of balancing your opinion without giving yourself out

True.
He didn't study journalism anyway, so I won't blame him for lack of professionalism because he is not a professional journalist under NUJ. Like Lere advised, maybe he is more needed in Animal Documentary.(Just Joking)

helinues:
Meanwhile, the linking roads to the highway are not even counted as part of the completed 30km

Rufai is not a journalist. Journalism is more about research, evidence and findings by oneself and not by social media or third party info.
Rufai is more or less a program moderator or political analyst. He is far from being a journalist. A journalist should not make his bias prominent or obvious. He should take a cue from Seun Okinbaloye of Channels who has his own opinion on issues but will never make it obvious. He speaks to the opposition as though he is supporting the government and speak to members of government as though he is speaking for the opposition and that's how it should be not like Rufai who is always soft on opposition members and hard on members of government. He should learn that balance from Seun.

DeJoeee:
How did Ruth become a harlot? Her husband died and she met another man to make a baby to continue her husband's blood line supported by her mother-in-law just like modern day surrogacy. How is that prostitution ?

I think he was making reference to REHAB not Ruth.
Though a man can marry a virgin lady whose great grandmother was a known prostitute. It doesn't matter. So, his point does not hold water.

I do not agree with you a hundred percent but I understand the message in what you wrote.

Tboy222:
Tunde onokoya has done nothing wrong.
He has helped a lot of children out from the slums and have impacted the lives of many.

The Bible clearly stated that a diligent man will stand before Kings and not before mean men.

He was invited and honored for his sacrifices and impact on child development.

He wasn't invited to endorse the president or to join the ruling party.

But there is one King that will invite us and give us a far better recognition and reward that won't and would never be criticized by any creature dead or alive.

That King is Jesus are you ready to meet him, are you born again?


If not the time is now, your next second is not guaranteed.

There is nothing like 666 oga. The Bible was not originally written in English.

DesChyko:
*butt.

The whole idea of sickness is not lost on me. However, I am grateful for your explanation, thank you.

Now, when a client asks for a colleague of yours, as though they expect "they should be here to attend to me," saying they called in sick is a quick way to summarily dismiss the intrusion, preserve the client's confidence in being valued, and get down to the business of the day.

Like I said, it's an unwritten professional go-to excuse that can be fully substantiated by the excused party. You can look up what sick-leave entails in a professional setting to get the whole scope.

Thanks once again for your input 🙏🏾

Thanks for the correction.

I do not agree with you and you know it's just a face surgery.
Rufai could have said "he had other engagements that had been preprogrammed before that day" simple.
Saying "he called in sick" is a lie and not professionalism because there is no professionalism in that statement cos their are other professional alternatives.

Thanks.

DesChyko:
No. Your profession expects you to use "common sense".

But then, common sense is not common, that I understand very well.

Your response interests me so I had to bought in. When an employee "calls in sick" it has just one (not two) meaning and a quick search would have helped you avoid some costly mistakes like this: I don't know ur profession or what profession exactly you are specific about.
Here is a quick search:


When a worker calls in sick, it means they contact their employer (usually by phone, text, or email) to inform them that they are unable to come to work because they are ill. This is a formal or informal way of notifying the workplace that the person will be absent due to health reasons.

Note: Health reasons (not other reasons).
Example:

> "She called in sick this morning, so she won’t be at the meeting."