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Acne, acne, acne...I have been a chronic acne sufferer for about 5 years now. Being a Nigerian suffering from acne/pimples hasn't bern easy, and no I do not mean all those fine freshed face girls like my friend (chioma) who will see one dot of pimple on her face and start freaking out..lol, I mean like bad severe scar leaving pimples. In secondary school, I was a fresh faced and all of a sudden some days to my graduation I developed really bad cystic acne (If not that I was such an I don't care, it was bad enough to ruin my graduation). Over the years, it got pretty bad that whenever I looked at my face in the mirror I would literally burst into tears, people didn't help my situation either everyone kept asking me, Nelly, what is all this on your face? kai I suffered (people really do need to learn how to talk). My acne led to endless research and experimentation, (I think it might have contributed to my product junkie issues) and trust me when I say I wasted a lot of money and time because I was desperate.

MYTH 1: HOME REMEDIES DO NOT WORK FOR ACNE
There are a lot of you tube videos and articles online that make us so convinced that these home remedies will work and so we go out there and buy all the lemons, honey, avocado, yoghurt and eggs and instead of eating it, we sacrifice it for the sake of good skin, kai, it will not work infact it may end up clogging your pores if you have sensitive skin and you'll end up making things worse.

EXCEPTION: Apple cider vinegar, as a result of its acidic pH mixed with water makes for a good toner for all skin types, this however will not cure your acne but i will make it appear better.

MYTH 2 : THE MORE YOU WASH YOUR FACE THE LESSER YOUR ACNE
Nigerians believe that once you have acne or pimples, it means you are dirty. If you have acne prone skin, as a matter of fact you should wash your face at most every 12 hours, that is two times a day. Washing your face too often will irritate your pores and make them produce more sebum which will cause acne. This brings me to my next acne myth.

MYTH 3 : DO NOT MOISTURISE YOUR FACE WHEN DEALING WITH ACNE.
Thou shall not moisturize skin if thou haveth acne, especially if thou skin art oily..LIE!!!. People with oily skin are very prone to acne and it can be caused by excessive sebum production. Sebum production is worse if the skin has no moisture at all. Moisturizing your face can help to reduce the oiliness of your skin as well as your acne because your skin doesn't feel the need compensate for the dryness of the skin as it is already moisturized. The key is to get moisturisers which are non comedogenic and hypoallergenic that are good for acne prone skin. I will have a post on moisturizers for acne prone skin soon


MYTH 4 : FACIAL PEELS CAN TREAT ACNE
Chemical peels are really good for acne especially glycolic acid peels but they do not cure acne, they just make the skin appear better. It is a really expensive tempoary fix to a permanent problem.


MYTH 5 : DIET AND ACNE ARE RELATED
We should all eat healthy because what we put in our body reflects on our bodies, this is true but in the case of acne it is very hormonal and gene related and food has nothing to do with it "most" of the time. I remember when I started having acne and everyone told me to stop groundnut and stew, still nothing happened. Dairy on the other hand is my acne trigger and is for many people actually, so apart from diary most other foods in Nigeria don't affect hormones like milk may have the power to.


MYTH 6 : ACNE HAS NO CURE
This is untrue, accutane cures acne but it is unavailable in Nigeria and even overseas it has to be given under prescription as it can cause a lot of health effects if not take correctly. Also with time if treated correctly (especially with benzoyl peroxide) the bacteria causing acne will die for good.

MYTH 7 : LEAVE YOUR ACNE UNTREATED WITH TIME IT WILL GO.
This myth is only true if you are 12 years old, for my home girls in their 20s, you need to do something about it. Don't leave your acne untreated, it will not go automatically. People kept telling me not to treat my acne, because they feel that once my skin gets used to the acne it will eventually go....Trust me if you don't treat it, it will get worse.

Thank you so much for reading. I hope you learnt something today.

http://www.prettymundne.com/2016/08/acne-7-myths-about-acne-start-saving.html?m=1

The chairman of the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH) board, Enugu, Alhaji Suleman Umar, has eulogized Gov. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State for the visible transformation his administration has brought to the state despite the meagre resources at his disposal.

Umar who was speaking when he led the management and members of the UNTH board on a courtesy visit to the Government House, Enugu, described Gov. Ugwuanyi as an "action governor" whose humility remains a shining example for holders of public office.



Commending the governor for granting them audience at a very short notice, he said: "I have seen for myself that you are an achiever. You have achieved so much with the meagre resources at your disposal. While coming here I saw a lot of your monumental achievements in road construction, serene environment and could feel the peace you have enthroned. I'm very impressed with what I saw in Enugu. I have no doubt that your second term is guaranteed from what I have seen. I wish there could be a change in the constitution so you can go for a third term."



He further assured Gov. Ugwuanyi of the hospital's willingness to assist the state towards the provision of adequate healthcare for the people. "UNTH has enough doctors that are ready to assist your administration anytime you call on us," he noted.



In his response, the governor thanked the delegation for the visit, explaining that it offers an ample opportunity to explore areas of cooperation for mutual benefits.



Gov. Ugwuanyi also commended the hospital's management and board for the giant strides the institution has recorded in the field of medicine and urged them not to relent, while assuring them of his government's continued collaboration.



"My administration will continue to collaborate with all federal agencies in Enugu State including UNTH in our desire to render selfless service to our people. As a government we have always collaborated with the UNTH. We will continue to consolidate this relationship," he remarked.


http://thepunditng.com/ugwuanyi-has-transformed-enugu-with-meagre-resources-unth-board-chair/

Today’s violence and the needless destruction of property is deeply saddening. As always our primary concern is the safety and well-being of our employees, some of whom were attacked by supposed NLC operatives and have sustained injuries.

We do not prevent our employees from associating amongst themselves as they deem fit and owe our employees the obligation to ensure they are not compelled to join associations. MTN supports the freedom of association as enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution.

All workers have rights that should be protected. We work hard to not only ensure that this is done but also to ensure that our company is a Great Place to Work. We will continue to champion our peoples’ rights, whether they are part of a union or not and work hard to minimise disruptions in service to our customers.

-Tobechukwu Okigbo, Corporate Relations Executive.


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…Says he is governor for everybody

…Commends Prince Odoh for boosting state’s IGR

…As Eha-Alumona endorses him for second term 

Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State has emphasized the importance of peace in the progress of the state, saying that it is a stepping stone to rapid development.

Ugwuanyi also disclosed that he is a governor for everybody, irrespective of class, religion or political leanings.

The governor who spoke at a colourful civic reception and endorsement rally for his re-election in 2019, by the people of Eha-Alumona in Nsukka Local Government Area, thanked them for their honour, solidarity and support.

He commended the Chairman of the state’s Internal Revenue Services, Prince Emeka Odoh, who is also an illustrious son of the community, for his outstanding performance in office, which he said was responsible for the significant increase in the Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) of the state.

Gov. Ugwuanyi added that it was because of the increase in the state’s IGR that his administration was able to pay June salaries of the workers without receiving the federal allocation for the month, stressing that “it is God’s doing”.

The governor also applauded the people of Eha-Alumona for the peace and unity in the community, reassuring them that his administration will continue to take measures that would address their needs and impact positively on their lives.

In an address presented by the Secretary of the Central Planning Committee, Barr. Rodrick Ugwu, the community commended Gov. Ugwuanyi “for the wonderful transformational job you are doing in Enugu State”, adding: “We are witnesses to the massive infrastructural revolution that your government is implementing in Enugu State”.

According to them, “we are impressed with your mastery of good governance. We have been reassured time and again by your actions that Enugu State citizens did not make a mistake in their unanimous choice in 2015. You have proven beyond reasonable doubt that you are an outstanding performer and achiever.

“Your immense humility, accommodation; your respect for other peoples’ views irrespective of their political affiliations, your magnanimity, generosity, fairness and equity to all and sundry know no bounds; you are indeed “Dunu Gburugburu” (all round leader).

A Chieftaincy title and an ‘Ofo’ (a symbol of authority) were conferred on and presented to the governor, respectively by the community after he was unanimously endorsed for a second term in office. 

http://thepunditng.com/peace-stepping-stone-to-rapid-development-ugwuanyi/

The future of work is online and the Nigerian youth needs to be a part of the fast-growing digital economy. In light of this, the World Bank in partnership with the Kaduna State Government is set to host young Nigerian graduates for a 3-day E-lance training workshop.


This workshop was created by the Kaduna State Government and the World Bank with the support of the Rockefeller Foundation to bridge the gap of unemployment facing Nigeria’s economy.

900 participants both male and female were shortlisted to partake in the training, with female participation at almost 50%. The aim of the workshop to improve their digital skills and enable them to work and earn anywhere in the country.

The workshop is set to take place from the 10th-12th of July 2018 at the Kaduna State University ICT center.

Participants will be trained according to their specific skills on different days, with categories ranging from Business Skills to Creative skills. The participants will have access to important information that would help them thrive on E-lance platforms, both locally and internationally.

This will be a great opportunity for participants to network with and learn more from the E-lance platforms on how to best position themselves to earn income from the Virtual Economy.


The increasing engagement of the Nigerian youth in the digital economy, especially in the northern part of the country, will have a significant impact in boosting Nigeria’s economy.

The South East Governors' Forum has congratulated Gov. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State on his recent landslide victory at the Supreme Court. 


The Supreme Court, last week, upheld the nomination of Governor Ugwuanyi as the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2015 governorship election in Enugu State.


Reacting to the development, the Chairman of the Forum, Governor David Umahi of Ebonyi State, in a pre-meeting briefing at the Government House, Enugu on Sunday, told newsmen that the victory was "a confirmation that was already given by God from the day he stepped in as the Governor of Enugu State", adding: "We want to say that the Lord who started the journey with you will see you through in your two tenures".


The Forum also congratulated Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State and Gov. Willie Obiano of Anambra State for their victories at the Supreme Court and Tribunal respectively, saying: "We know that the Lord who began this work will definitely conclude it. 


According to the Forum, "our prayer is that this distraction should stop. So we call on our brothers and sisters from the South East to be the wise men from the East and desist from all these unnecessary distractions". 
 

Gov. Umahi disclosed that the meeting will deliberate on a number of issues concerning the South East geopolitical zone such as the position of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo on restructuring of Nigeria and industrialization of the zone for economic development, among others.


He commended the federal government for the recent pronouncement on the second Niger Bridge, believing that "this will be the last pronouncement on that bridge ".


Other governors at the meeting include, Gov. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State; Gov. Willie Obiano of Anambra State, represented by his deputy, Dr. Ikem Okeke and Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State, who was also represented by his deputy, Hon. Ude Oko Chukwu.

http://thepunditng.com/south-east-govs-congratulate-ugwuanyi-on-supreme-court-victory/

…expresses grave concern

…assures measures to forestall reoccurrence  

The Enugu State Government has announced its decision to constitute a Judicial Panel of Inquiry to find out the immediate and remote causes of the recent civil disturbances that occurred in Ogbozinne Akpugo Autonomous community in Nkanu West Local Government Area of the state, which led to the death of the Traditional Ruler, HRH Igwe Stephen Nwatu and destruction of property.

In a statement by the Commissioner for Chieftaincy Matters, Barr. Emeka Okeke, the state government expressed grave concern over the ugly and unfortunate incident, declaring that it “will not fold its arms and watch lives and property of its citizens being destroyed with brazen impunity”.

Barr. Okeke stated that the panel of inquiry will also ensure that the culprits are brought to book as well as “prevent a reoccurrence of this ugly incident”.

According to him, “government assures that further measures will be put in place to avoid a repeat of this sad incident in the said community or any other community in Enugu State as this is not in accordance with the peace and secure environment which this government has been working for assiduously”.

It would be recalled that Gov. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi had during his recent unanimous endorsement for re-election in 2019 by all the traditional rulers of the 450 autonomous communities in Enugu State, observed a minute silence in honour of the slain traditional ruler.

The governor, who regretted the Igwe’s untimely death, disclosed that his administration will set up the panel to unravel the circumstances surrounding his demise to ensure that the culprits were brought to justice, and make recommendations that would deter future occurrence of such dastardly act.

http://thepunditng.com/enugu-govt-sets-up-judicial-panel-of-inquiry-over-monarchs-death/

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Rural Development: Gov. Ugwuanyi at Work!

Festival of gratitude as the Peoples' Governor of Enugu State, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi intensifies efforts towards linking Umuogo and Ugwuagba Amechi Uno/Obeagu community in Enugu South Local Government Area through the ongoing construction of a Bailey Bridge with other civil engineering works across Nyama River.

The gigantic project, which is being handled for the state government by the Nigerian Army Engineers, when completed, will bring a huge relief to the people of the area, who had suffered neglect and economic setback because of lack of accessibility.

A recent visit to the site shows that quality work is at advanced stage and the dwellers are full of gratitude to the governor for giving them a sense of belonging.

Enugu State is truly in the hands of God! ‎#amokelouis

http://thepunditng.com/rural-development-gov-ugwuanyi-at-work/

Being a customer of the numerous banks in Nigeria comes with different perks and challenges, as the sector itself is bedeviled with the infrastructural lapses inherent in Nigeria, however, of all the commercial banks; Zenith Bank has proven to be the pace setter not only in terms of innovation and infrastructural capabilities; the bank has remained shoulder high above them all since it was founded in 1990.

Zenith Bank currently ranks as the number one commercial bank in Nigeria not only in terms of customer deposits and profits, but in several other aspects of banking. Little wonder, retail and commercial banking customers including investors continue to do business with Zenith Bank.

Zenith Bank has continued to provide quality financial services to different sectors in Nigeria including some Key West African Countries, Asia and Europe.

The bank mirrors the hopes and aspirations of every Nigerian and Africa at large.

As a banking customer who has enjoyed the services of several banks in Nigeria, settling for Zenith as the best did not come off without the bank going beyond others in meeting my high expectations in terms of the service offering and values which they have consistently delivered over the years.

Here are seven reasons, Zenith Bank is the best and why you should use the bank.

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Ever wander into a banking hall and be unsure of where you are or how to go about what you want to do, this does not apply to Zenith. Right from the entrance you are welcomed by courteous and professional security officers and when ushered into the banking hall, it is another wall entirely. The cuteness and swagger of the bank’s staff is a wonder to behold. If you are like me and you want to save your money where posh and crisp cashiers, tellers, customer service representatives and account officers – welcome to Zenith Bank.

2.INTEGRITY/FINANCIAL STABILITY:[/b]

Has the financial stability of your bank ever been a source of concern for you?

I was also in that position; but, with Zenith’s position as the number 1 commercial bank in Nigeria and with total assets of more than US $14.8 billion and market capitalization of US $2.3 billion; be rest assured that your deposit is secure for now and in the future.

[b]3.EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE:

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I remember having a chat with one of my colleagues about happenings in the banking sector and how it is slowly turning into a red ocean as every bank tend to copy innovations from other banks with reckless abandon – but if you are an individual with keen eye for innovation like me, someone who likes blazing the trail in everything; Zenith Bank is the answer.

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Zenith Bank Savings Account – The Zenith Individual and Salary Savings Accounts are recommended if you have specific savings goals in mind or you just want to start setting money aside. The account offers competitive interest rates, debit and credit cards, email/SMS transaction notifications and free access to the Bank’s Internet banking platform, mobile app and other digital solutions.

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 Invitation to the annual Zenith Children’s Parade (ZECA Account)

 Participation in the Children’s Day scholarship raffle draw (ZECA Account)

No matter your status there is a product for you at Zenith Bank

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The Zenith Bank Internet Banking platform is a dynamic solution hosted on the Bank’s website (www.zenithbank.com) that enables individual and corporate customers to perform most of their banking transactions online. Account holders can make transfers, payments, view/download account activity in any format and get real-time account balances on transactions amongst other things.

To request for Internet Bank log on details today, please call Zenith Direct on:

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– +234 1 278 7000

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In all these, one needs a bank that has maintained cleanliness, smartness and style for twenty-eight (28) years and counting. Everybody needs that bank that will match up to ego and class and can represent at any point; Zenith bank raises your standard, sustains it and gives you that best branding that only you deserve!

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http://porscheclassy.com/2018/06/19/must-read-7-reasons-you-need-to-become-a-zenith-bank-customer/

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...Kinsmen endorse governor for second term

....Confer on him Chieftaincy title of "Udulekenyi 1 of Orba Udulekenyi"

The former Governor of old Enugu State and National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Okwesilieze Nwodo has declared Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi as "the best performing Governor in Nigeria".

Dr. Nwodo also described Gov. Ugwuanyi as "a humble, indefatigable, humane and outstanding manager of men and resources, for the development of Enugu State".

Speaking during a Thanksgiving Mass and endorsement rally for Gov. Ugwuanyi by his kinsmen from Orba Udulekenyi in Udenu Local Government Area, the former Governor appreciated the various endorsements for the governor's re-election in 2019 from all spheres of the society because of his outstanding performance and uncommon leadership style, describing it as a good omen for the state.

He said: "We will not be tired of recalling and commending your performance; continue to pray for you and eulogize your uncommon leadership style".

Dr. Nwodo therefore, urged the people of Enugu State to ensure that they obtain their voters' cards and "join the winning train of the PDP for them to continue to enjoy the dividends of democracy in the state".

In his sermon, Rev. Fr. Emeka Ngwoke thanked God for what He has been using Gov. Ugwuanyi to do in the state, noting that "good leadership is truly manifesting in Enugu State".

The cleric appreciated the governor's humble and peaceful disposition as well as his close relationship with the lowly and neglected, saying: "For once, our state now speaks and thinks as brothers and sisters".

He expressed delight that the political division in the state in the past had gone since the emergence of Gov. Ugwuanyi's administration.

Rev. Fr. Ngwoke also thanked Gov. Ugwuanyi for tackling the economic challenges that confronted the state when he assumed office as a result of the state's high debt profile and the drastic drop in the nation’s crude oil prices.

He disclosed that the governor's civility, decency, vision, respect for all and exemplary leadership qualities made it possible for his administration to record the unprecedented feats achieved in the last three years.

He equally appealed to the people of Enugu State, especially adults who have not obtained their voters' cards to do so as "you are failing in your civic responsibility".

Endorsing Gov. Ugwuanyi for re-election in 2019, the people of Orba community, in an address delivered by the President General, Orba Udu General Assembly, Chief Charles Mbah, said they are proud of their "illustrious son and a worthy ambassador".

They maintained that the governor "with his usual characteristics as a prudent, accountable and judicious manager of resources", has in spite of the nation’s economic challenges, entrenched peace and good governance in Enugu State.

Gov. Ugwuanyi's kinsmen added that the governor, when other states could not pay workers' salaries and were consequently downsizing the workforce, was "recruiting additional workers, paying salaries promptly including the peculiar 13th month salary, which was paid across the entire Enugu State including to primary school teachers and local government Staff".

The Jubilant people also listed other remarkable achievements of the Governor in all spheres of development ranging from massive roads construction, rural development, empowerment, education, health, security, among others, stressing that "Your Excellency's good governance status has resulted in your endorsement and blessing for your second term in office across the state".

"It is against this background that Orba Udelekenyi is today giving her unalloyed endorsement /blessing to her illustrious son, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi (Nwa Orba Udu) to go back at the Lion Building come 2019 and finish up the good work he has started in the state", they declared.

Popular Nollywood actors at the rich and colorful event, namely Chief Pete Edochie, John Okafor popularly known as Ibu, and Rachael Okonkwo (Nkoli Nwa Nsukka), all praised Gov. Ugwuanyi for his good works, humility and commitment to the well-being of the people, declaring their firm support for his re-election in 2019.

Other dignitaries that graced the occasion include the Speaker of Enugu State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Edward Ubosi and his colleagues; Senator Chukwuka Utazi and other members of the National Assembly; the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Nnia Nwodo; member of the PDP Board of Trustees, Amb. Mrs. Justina Eze; State Chairman of the PDP, Hon. Augustine Nnamani; Chairman of Enugu State Traditional Rulers Council, HRH, Igwe Amb. Lawrence Agubuzu and other royal fathers; EXCO members; council chairmen; former Senators and House of Representatives members; among other stakeholders. #amokelouis

http://thepunditng.com/warm-homecoming-for-ugwuanyi-as-nwodo-describes-him-best-performing-governor-in-nigeria/

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As the 2019 elections approaches, different politicians have come with strategies to win the hearts of the electorates and here is first term senator from Ogun East Senatorial district and 2019 Governorship aspirant Buruji Kashamu doing his "best" to win the heart of the electorate and populace.

The factional leader of Ogun PDP (He was also a major supporter of the Ali Modu Sherriff faction), who is reportedly going to defect soon to actualize his 2019 gubernatorial aspiration was widely reported to have forced many politicians to swear oaths of allegiance and loyalty to him with charms and coffins around 2010 during Gbenga Daniel's administration

Is he doing the same for this people?

Attached is a screenshot of Hon. Olawale Alausa allegedly swearing an oath to the embattled circa 2009
http://www.nigeriamasterweb.com/NigerianNakedShamelessLeaders.html

Investors in the capital market continue to show disinterest in Zenith Bank, as the attempt of the lender’s Group Managing Director, Ebenezer Onyeagwu, and Chairman, Jim Ovia, to save the firm’s falling share fail to convince shareholders.

Year-to-date, Zenith Bank share has lost -8.54% value in the capital market, according to Prime Business analysis, which means an investor who paid N25.15 million to buy 1,000,000 shares of the firm at the start of January at N25.15kobo per share, has lost N2.15 million in investment.

So lack of growth prospects in Zenith Bank is forcing shareholders of the firm to sell off their shares at lower price than they bought it, in a bid to save what’s left of their investment in the bank.

Aside from investors losing part of their investment to the sell off, it has also reduced Zenith Bank’s market valuation to N722.11 billion as at Thursday, against the N789.62 billion held early January – this is a loss of N67.50 billion in six months.

In order to prevent the continuous fall in Zenith Bank share value, the management have been buying large volumes, with Jim Ovia buying 2,000,000 shares between May 9 and May 11, through his investment company, Quantum Zenity Securities & Investment Limited.

The CEO, Onyeagwu, has also been busy in the capital market, purchasing 12.10 million shares last month. Note that the acquisition of shares by top directors at a firm is some management’s way of luring the capital market into buying or demanding for their share.


However, Ovia and Onyeagwu’s acquisition wasn’t convincing enough to investors, considering Zenith Bank share depreciated by -4.16% at the end of May, reflecting heavy investor pessimism, holding believe that the share will still fall.

Ovia, has also been affected by the downward trajectory in Zenith Bank, losing N10.88 billion in the last six months, as his investment in the lender dwindled to N116.42 million, from N127.30 billion.

While Onyeagwu lost N142.10 million during the same period, with his funds in Zenith Bank crashing to N1.52 billion, below the N1.66 billion he held, if all his investment in the last six months in the bank is pegged with current market price of N23.

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June 14, 2018

Eid-el Fitr: Ugwuanyi preaches love, peace, unity




As Muslims celebrate Eid-el Fitr, Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State has enjoined Nigerians, especially Muslim faithful to take advantage of the spiritual rebirth offered by Ramadan to promote love, peace, unity and progress.

Gov. Ugwuanyi in a message felicitated with President Muhammadu Buhari and other Muslim faithful for the successful completion of Ramadan and emphasized the compelling need for all Nigerians to continue to live in peace and harmony as well as offer special prayers for the country.

The governor stressed that it is only when Nigerians live to cherish one another that “we can make rapid progress and strengthen the bond that brought us together as a prosperous nation, in keeping with the dreams and aspirations of our founding fathers”.

He therefore, wished Nigerians a pleasant and peaceful celebration.

http://thepunditng.com/eid-el-fitr-governor-ugwuanyi-preaches-love-peace-unity/

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Seems like the National Chairman of the Labour Party isn't to be taken seriously or perhaps the state chapter just did not listen to him.

He said Mimiko will not be welcomed into the party as he "betrayed" them but today, Olusegun Mimiko rejoined the party in style

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“Click-On Kaduna in Partnership with Digital Naija” Set to Create Opportunities For the Nigerian Graduate



Youth unemployment in Nigeria has become a lingering threat to our socio-economic stability with many graduates and skilled youths idle. To curb the menace of youth unemployment in Nigeria, the Kaduna State Government and the World Bank with the support of the Rockefeller Foundation, have put together a three-day E-lance Training Workshop, “Click-On Kaduna in Partnership with Digital Naija”.



This event is a great opportunity for young men and women to horn their skills to work and earn anywhere in the country. The workshop scheduled to hold on the 10th, 11th and 12th of July 2018, at the Kaduna State University ICT center, is set to place the state in the forefront of a Virtual Economy revolution in Nigeria.



The three-day event is the program’s flagship project and is going to be tailored to different skills; Business Skills, IT Skills, and Creative Industries. The skill-specific workshop would be delivered by successful Nigerian Freelancers that would provide the participants' tools needed for the Nigerian youth to start working online.



Each day is going to address specific skills, depending on the participant’s interest shown in their applications and CVs.

Day 1 will focus on Business Skills (for example marketing, business, sales, and translation).

Day 2 features IT Skills (including app developers and web developers) and

Day 3 wraps up with Creative Industries Skills (such as animators, after-effects artists, graphic designers, illustrators, and writers).



Participants between the ages of 18-40 years-old will learn how to identify, negotiate, execute and receive payment for jobs on leading E-lance platforms both locally and internationally. There will also be a Job Fair section at the event that will allow participants to network with and learn more from the E-lance platforms on how to best position themselves to earn incomes from the Virtual Economy.



Applications are currently on for the workshops and will end June 22nd, 2018. It’s a simple three-step process to fill the form and one step closer for Nigerian graduates to earn an income from the comfort of their homes. Interested applicants should visit this website: www.pbc.kadgov.ng/click-on-kaduna/

For more information and updates, check out the Facebook page “Click on Kaduna with Digital Naija”.

http://thepunditng.com/click-on-kaduna-partners-with-digital-naija-to-create-job-opportunities-for-graduates/

Wife of Enugu State Governor, Mrs. Monica Ugwuanyi (right) with the state's Commissioner for Health, Dr. Fintan Ekochin when she donated drugs received from her donor partners, to the Health Ministry for free treatment of indigent patients in the rural areas, yesterday.

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The wife of the Enugu State Governor, Mrs. Monica Ugwuanyi in keeping with her commitment to the wellbeing of the people of the state, especially the lowly and under-privileged women and children, yesterday donated drugs to the state’s Ministry of Health for distribution to the 17 local government areas to assist in the forthcoming Free Maternal and Child Health week.

Donating the drugs, Mrs. Ugwuanyi disclosed that the action was in furtherance of her utmost desire to assist the indigent people, especially women and children who are sick, through her pet project - Ugo Touch of Life Foundation (U-TOLF).

The drugs, namely Multi Vitamins for pregnant women; Albendazole tablets for de-worming of children and Vitamin A supplements, according to the First Lady, were received from her donor partner, the Vitamin Angel. She explained that U-TOLF has been in existence prior to her becoming the governor’s wife, adding that both parties (U-TOLF AND Vitamin Angel) have sustained a long working relationship based on trust, honesty and goodwill.

She said: “We are here to donate drugs we received from our donor partner, the Vitamin Angel, to the Enugu State Ministry of Health for onward distribution to the 17 local government councils of the state. The drugs will assist them in the forthcoming Free Maternal and Child Health week.
“When we are doing this, we are not only helping the state but the nation and you must not be in government before you can help somebody. This Ugo Touch of Life Foundation is an age long organization. Even before I became the wife of the governor and it has been sustained because our donors know that we are honest, any drug they give to us we distribute to the designated beneficiaries, and this has made the exercise sustainable.

“The Vitamin Angel, our donor has those assorted drugs and they have been assisting us immensely, so whether I am in government or not, I must continue to impact positively on someone’s life”.

Also speaking, the state’s Commissioner for Health, Dr. Fintan Ekochin described Mrs. Ugwuanyi as a philanthropist who has been ameliorating the plight of the less privileged in the society through her pet project and other humanitarian gestures.

“Any time our First Lady and her pet project, U-TOLF call the State Ministry of Health, I am gladdened because I know that they have something to give to the state. They are rare philanthropists.
“This is actually selfless service in action. You realize that state government cannot do everything; there must be collaboration for us to succeed. The quantity of drugs here are adequate for the Free Maternal and Child Health week. You have saved the state between ten to fifteen million naira.

“The drugs are valid ones and the expiry date is very far. The ministry will share it accountably to the 17 local government areas of the state. Every local government will get seven and each one contains one thousand tablets, therefore, seven thousand children will benefit from the free drug. There are eighty bottles of de-worming tablets for eighty women in six months,” the commissioner noted.

The U-TOLF Consultant, Dr. Stanley Okere; the organization’s Head of Administration, Barrister Mrs. Onyinyechi Anichukwu; the Director of Pharmaceuticals, Enugu State Ministry of Health, Mr. Casmir Odo, among others, commended the First Lady’s gesture and urged the would-be beneficiaries to avail themselves of the opportunity to access free healthcare services in the state.#amokelouis

http://thepunditng.com/wife-of-enugu-governor-donates-drugs-to-indigent-women-children/

Innoson has today admitted that there was no Supreme Court judgement against GTBank.

After falsely claiming a victory at the Supreme Court of Nigeria, Chairman of Innoson Motors, Dr Innocent Chukwuma has admitted to completely distorting the directive of the Supreme Court and publicly apologized for spreading fake and malicious news.

Innoson had earlier deleted his declaration on social media that the apex court has ordered GTBank to pay him N14bn within 14 days.

This was followed by a statement by his spokesman Cornelius Osigwe in which Innoson walked back from his false declaration stating instead that “There have been a lot of misinterpretations on the Press Release published by Innoson Group on the decision of the Supreme Court”.

This retraction, judicial analysts believe, was advised by Innoson’s lawyers who fear that contempt of court charges on defaming the Supreme Court may be brought against the embattled businessman.

Last week Thursday, Innosoncaused a social and online media storm by falsely claiming that the Supreme Court had ruled in his favour for GTBank to pay him N14bn. However, records of the court proceedings showed no such ruling.

GTBank had also advised the public that Innoson’s claims were “false, mischievous and malicious”.

“There was no directive or Order issued by the Supreme Court of Nigeria to the Bank to make any payment to any of its debtor Customers. We again reiterate that there is no iota of truth in the falsehood being peddled by desperate and mischievous elements and the General Public should disregard same in its entirety,” part of the Bank’s press statement read.

As facts on ground became clear that Innoson’s claim on social media was entirely false, the embattled businessman moved to silently delete the Fake News Tweet from his company’s Twitter Account.

On Monday, June 11, 2018, innoson apologized for misleading the public.

However, Nigerians did not take the company’s lies lightly.

“I cannot believe this, how can someone have total disregard for the highest court in the Land and go on a rampage spreading fake news. This Innoson and his team of lawyers and advisers have no shred of credibility” a Twitter user said.

Another user, whose tweet appears below, lamented that Innoson had fooled Nigerians.

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Diverse negative comments have continued to trail President Muhammadu Buhari’s tenure and his intentions for a second term come 2019 general election. What better day to express their disapproval than the newly declared day, June 12 - the new Democracy Day.
Twitter users are mocking the current government with the #MakeChangeGreatAgain with campaign materials used by APC from 2015, hilarious memes and videos to express their disappointment in the government believed to bring ‘change’ to the nation.

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Medical Doctors in Enugu State for the first time in the history of the state on Monday paid a solidarity visit to Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi at the Government House in appreciation of peace and good governance.

They expressed support for the governor, based on their objective assessment of his sterling performance in spite of the nation’s economic challenges and noted his strong commitment to God.

They observed that besides regular payment of salaries on 23rd of every month, massive infrastructural development across the three senatorial districts, and other people-oriented programmes in all spheres of development, Enugu State through Gov. Ugwuanyi’s meticulous financial management and commitment to public expenditure transparency, have been rated high as “among the only three states that have fulfilled obligations to their workers”.

The doctors added that Enugu is “one of the few states that can survive without federal allocations”, etc, saying: “We have come to identify with you; to tell you that we are happy and proud of you; to say that you have done well and we are in solidarity and in support of your administration to continue beyond 2019”.

In their remarks, the Chief of Staff to the Governor and Commissioner for Health, Dr. Festus Uzor and Dr. Fintan Ekochin, described the visit as unprecedented in the history of Enugu State, stressing it was a clear indication that the governor is doing well.

Dr. Uzor therefore advised the governor that “whatever you have been doing to earn this rare solidarity and support, may you continue to do it”, adding that “this visit will serve as a tonic for you to do more and much better”.

Responding, Gov. Ugwuanyi, who expressed gratitude to the doctors for the show of support and solidarity, narrated the various achievements of his administration in the Health sector, especially in the rural areas, and assured them that he will not take such gesture for granted.

Other doctors present at the event, comprising seasoned Medical Elders, Professors, Consultant Surgeons and Physicians, Resident Doctors etc include, Dr Arthur Chinedu Idoko (Coordinator Doctors for Gburus 2019); Prof. Hyacinth Onah (CMD Parklane Hospital Enugu); Rt. Hon. Dr Chukwuemeka Ogbuabor (Chairman House Committee on Health); Dr Ifeanyi Agujuaobi (Permanent Secretary Ministry of Health, Enugu State); Dr Hillary Agbo (Executive Secretary SPHDA); Dr Agu (Executive Secretary ENSACA); Dr John Chukwuani (Health Administrator SHB); Dr Martins Chukwunwike (Former Commissioner for Health); Dr Eric Oluedo (Director VEC Govt House); Prof C.B Eze (Former CMD Parklane Hospital); Prof Ezegwui (Dean of Medicine UNTH, Enugu); Prof Ugochukwu (Provost College of Medicine, Parklane Enugu), Prof. Frank Ezugwu (Dean of Medicine, Parklane Hospital, Enugu); Dr. Barth Ezugwu, among others.

Truly, Enugu State is in the hands of God!

http://thepunditng.com/enugu-doctors-visit-gov-ugwuanyi-say-they-are-proud-of-his-achievements/