Edo based Legal Practitioner, Barrister Douglas Ogbankwa, Esq, on Sunday insisted that his call to the General Bar of the legal profession is not in any way doubt as against a purported false publication by an online, City lawyers last week.

Ogbankwa, in a press statement made available to newsmen in Abuja, the nations capital, also said he had also resigned his membership of Law Society of Nigeria.

He added that his resignation as publicity Secretary of the NBA Benin branch covers his membership of the Law Society of Nigeria or the Nigerian Law Society.

He expressed confidence that justice shall prevail against the City lawyer publication and his traducers.

Ogbankwa said, “My Resignation as the Publicity Secretary of the Law Society of Nigeria or the Nigerian Law Society covers my Membership of same .I reiterate that I am currently for a United Bar , which is the bedrock of an egalitarian society and the fulcrum of a society that dwells on the Rule of Law.




“I also wish all Nigerians to disregard the misconceived Reports By City Lawyer, as I am the Only Lawyer in Nigeria, called to the Nigerian Bar with the Call No. 055406 and I did the requisite Affidavit Change of Name and Newspapers , which in 2008 , which when they were made were the legally acceptable documents that regurgitates a name on the Roll into NBA Records.

“I have also been issued the NBA Stamp Seal several with the name Douglas Ogbankwa, just as I have paid the Bar Practising Fees and the Annual General Conference Fees of the NBA, where the name Douglas Ogbankwa , popped up automatically in the NBA Portal , which is the online repository of records of the NBA.My records also abound in the NBA Membership and NBA Services Department.

“The name, “Douglas” & “Onyebuchi” are on the Roll of Lawyers Called to the Nigerian Bar, same being connected to the change of my Old Surname , Aguguom to my current surname Ogbankwa. I remain the only Lawyer physically present at our call to bar ceremony, on the 8th of May, 2007, at the Nigerian Law School , Headquarters, in Bwari , Abuja on the 8th of May, 2007 , that was effectively issued with the Call No 55406, after my call.

“This reiteration has become apposite , due to the viral nature of the false reports spread by City Lawyers and their sponsors, but make no mistake about this. Whether the False Information Peddlers are brought to justice , or Justice is brought to the false information Peddlers, Justice will be done in this matter. The wheel of Justice grinds slowly , but surely,” he affirms.

Popular Edo Lawyer, Douglas Ogbankwa, Shows Evidence Of Qualifications To Practice, Others


Following viral social media reports which purportedly claimed that the former Publicity Secretary of the Edo State branch of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, Barrister Douglas Ogbankwa name could not be found on rolls of legal Practitioners kept in the Supreme court of Nigeria, the lawyer has reacted to the allegations while displaying his qualifications and call to bar letter to practice in 2007.

Ogbankwa’s reaction is coming as some of his classmates right from his days in University of Benin and call mates, weekend rose to the defence of the Edo based Legal practitioner and socialite.

Recall a City Lawyer, an online publication had published an exclusive story based on a letter the online publication obtained dated January 12, 2023, titled “Request For Confirmation of The Name of Douglas Ogbankwa On the Roll Of Legal Practitioners In Nigeria”.

The letter also stated that “the said lawyer is at liberty to come forward with his call to Bar Certificate and Qualifying Certificate for enrolment”.

The Apex court further added, “ If he has changed his name , he is expected to come along with duly stamped deed pall and all requirements for change of name in the Supreme Court. The stamped letter questioning Ogbankwa qualification and call to Bar was signed by one Henrietta Aduwak Akyang on behalf of the Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court, Hajo Sarki Bello.

Miffed by the embarrassing publication, Ogbankwa assembles all his certificates and letter and other relevant documents in response to the the Supreme Court inquires.

One of his classmate to the lawyer, Bridget Agbebaku, however attributed Ogbankwa’s ordeal to bad politics and envy.

In a statement she titled, “Facts Evidencing Douglas Ogbankwa as Being a Lawyer called to Practice Law in Nigeria” insisted that Ogbankwa is a qualified lawyer.

“Both of us were called together in May , 2007, at the Call to Bar Ceremony , in Bwari , presided over by Hon Justice Umaru Abdullahi (the then Chairman of the Body of Benchers ) .

“This whole thing is all about politics, the Supreme Court never said Douglas is not a Lawyer, he said the name is not on the roll (Aguguom his former name is on the roll. Ogbankwa his current name on the NBA Records,(Including NBA Stamp and Seal issued with the Name : Douglas Ogbankwa, with the same call number :055406 that is on the roll of the Supreme Court with his former name ,Douglas Ogbankwa.

“That does not mean he is not a Lawyer, called to the Nigerian Bar that is why the Letter said he is at liberty to come with his call to Bar Certificate and other documents, to put the new name under the space of the old name(as is the tradition), if he was not a Lawyer , the Letter would have said He is not called to the Nigerian Bar.

He changed his name from “AGUGUOM”, to “Ogbankwa , so recourse must be made to his change of name and the newspaper Publication. Which is in the public space.

“Razak Isenalumhe who wrote the Letter , asking for the clarification has himself appointed Douglas Ogbankwa into countless Committees of the NBA Benin Branch and he was even the one that asked others to step down for Douglas Ogbankwa that made him run unopposed.

“Rasaq Isenalumhe former NBA Chairman coordinated the movements of some young Lawyers to Uyo in 2014, when Austin Alegeh SAN, FCIArb UK, was NBA President and Douglas Ogbankwa was the Only Young Lawyer that spoke at SLP Conference in the Ibom Le Meredian in Uyo , Presided over by the Charismatic former President of the NBA -Chief OCJ Okocha .

“The Call Number of Douglas Ogbankwa 055406 is borne only by Douglas Ogbankwa in Stamp and Seal delivered by the NBA and that Stamp and Seal has been used to Practice Law Widely all across Nigeria. The Call number is the same call number that is the roll. Douglas & Onyebuchi , both names of the subject are on the Roll of Lawyers called to Practice Law in Nigeria.

It was learnt that Ogbankwa had filed a multi-billion naira suit against the said publication.

https://kakaakireporters.com/popular-edo-lawyer-douglas-ogbankwa-shows-proof-of-qualifications-to-practice-others/

BY ANTHONY ADA ABRAHAM

A popular Inspirational cum gospel singer, Kenneth Okezie Samuel popularly known as KennySam who a a known humanitarian and philanthropist has given succour to some widows in Abuja to celebrate his birthday.

Mr Sam who is known for his youths empowerment programmes has continued to show why is one of the most respected personalities in the country.

The event which was held at the famous Love FM, Abuja saw close associates gather to honour and hand over the cash donations to the women who were desperately in need of the money.

According to one of the beneficiaries, Mrs Akindele, she said this is the first time somebody is genuinely showing concern about her plight since the death of her husband. She thanked and pray that God is his infinite mercy continue to provide for the celebrant [KennySam] to help more people in need.

Responding, KennySam appreciated the women for coming to celebrate with him and urge them to manage the token he gifted them. 

High point of the event was when the women gathered and showered encomiums and prayers on the celebrant before the group photo.

https://kakaakireporters.com/birthday-gospel-singer-kennysam-gives-succour-to-widows/

Sudan War: Don't Undermine FG's Effort To Repatriate Nigerians–IPC-Nigeria Boss Tells NLC


Following the statement made by the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC to President Muhammadu Buhari not to allow Nigerians in Sudan to die as a result of negligence, the Head of Mission, International Peace Commission, IPC-Nigeria, Amb Hussaini Haruna Coomassie has urged the union to stop making statements that undermine the efforts of the Federal Government to score cheap publicity.

According to Coomassie, the FG has put in place mechanisms to evacuate Nigerians stuck in the war-torn area of the country and such statement is unnecessary and calculated towards raising unwarranted tension.

He explained that as a peace loving organisation, they are geared towards promoting and encouraging peaceful co-existing than making utterances that may cause confusion.

"I think NLC misfired by their statement. They should have interacted with the federal government to know how far they have gone with the new regime in Sudan rather than posting comments on social media based on instigation and that is tantamount of breaching peaceful co-existence amongst the people.

"The FG and the AU have been on crucial talks with the new military leadership in Sudan since taking over of government. It will interest NLC to know that borders are usually closed as soon as there is a coup in any country and no one is allowed to use their airspace even on transit without their approval.

"FG via MFA and Diaspora Commission are on top of the situation and it will be sorted out sooner than expected, Insha ALLAH. The Nigerian government is not that heartless to allow their citizens to perish in Sudan, past evacuation exercises in Libya and Ukraine have successfully been executed, just to mention a few. I can also cite similar exercises by the FG during the Arab Spring successfully evacuated Nigerians in Egypt, Iraq, Syria, Tunisia, Algeria etc... then Sudan shouldn't be exceptional.

"We should rather preach peace and provide solutions that will assist the federal government in difficult situations such as this and definitely not to instigate citizens against the government with provocative publications just as NLC is doing. As a peace maker, I took it upon myself and have contacted stakeholders regarding the Sudan situation for the past 3 days and I'm confident that the dispute will be settled at the negotiating table sooner than expected, Insha ALLAH," Amb Coomassie added.

In October 2021, Burhan and Daglo joined forces to oust a civilian government installed after Bashir’s downfall.

Daglo now says the coup was a “mistake”, while Burhan believes it was “necessary” to include more groups in politics.
https://kakaakireporters.com/sudan-war-dont-undermine-fgs-effort-to-repatriate-nigerians-ipc-nigeria-boss-tells-nlc/

Did you support Igbo presidency?

A English you dey speak. Na plaza Obinna wan build before. He don use your money groove so bad! Just sell everything and return to America and forget about them.

BREAKING: President-elect, Bola Tinubu nominates 14 persons to the Presidential Transition Council

President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has submitted 14 more names into the Presidential Transition Council, few weeks after he nominated former Lagos Finance Commissioner, Wale Edun, and Governor Atiku Bagudu of Kebbi State.

FULL LIST OF THE 14 SUB-COMMITTEES AND THE 14 NOMINEES FROM TINUBU:

Director, Budget and Finance – Abubakar Kyari

Secretariat, Planning and Monitoring – Hon. Stella Okotete

Media and Publicity – Bayo Onanuga

Church Service – Bishop Adegbite

Juma’at Service – Imam Faud

Protocol and Invitations – Donald Wokoma

Transport and Logistics – Hajiya Hadiza Mohammed Kabir

Inauguration Lecture – Dr. Danladi Bako

Security and Ceremonial Parade – Colonel Abdulazeez Yar’Adua

Venue and Swearing-in – Makinde Araoye

Medical – Dr. Betta Edu

Pre-Inauguration Dinner/Gala Night – Barr. Zainab Buba Marwa

Accommodation – Abuh Andrew Abuh

Children’s Day Celebration – Samira Saddik

BY ANTHONY ADA ABRAHAM

Since the declaration of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as Nigeria’s President-elect by the electoral umpire, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the Senate leadership tussle has continued to generate ripples from various quarters.

While many believed that it is time for a Christain to head the green chamber, others feel religion should be expunged from Nigeria’s polity completely and should not have any bearing on who emerges as president of the Senate.

If Nigerians and the political class want to be sincere with themselves, with 26.5 per cent, the North-west had the highest proportion of votes cast in the presidential election. This was followed by North-central with 17.2 per cent; South-west with 16.3 per cent; North-east with 13.2 per cent; South-south with 11 per cent; and South-east with 8.7 per cent.

For a start, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu got more votes from the North-west — the largest voting geo-political grouping in the country — than from the South-west (his home zone) or the South East.

In terms of volume, the North-west had the highest number of votes with about 6.6 million votes, followed by the North-central with above 4.5 million votes.

If the South East could only garner 8.7 per cent of the result as their contribution to the emergence of the president-elect, and someone who didn’t believe in Christian-Muslim ticket is now seeking to be the president of the Senate using same claim against the zone that gave the president-elect about 30 per cent, which is having the outgoing president as the slot they have for for the party, having lost Kano and Zamfara states, with Kebbi as inconclusive, meaning the North west is vulnerable to the APC, which is the stronghold of the party.

It is important to inform APC to be careful in how it goes about its dealings. 2023 has come and gone but do not loose your strong holds out of sentiment for someone whose region gave a mere 8.7 per cent against those who produced 30 per cent when you know you would still seek for votes from same people come 2027.

We have three arms of government, the Executive, Judiciary and the Legislature. We’ve known who the President of the country is, and we’ve known who the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) is ,(Head of Judiciary). The head of the Legislature is the president of the Senate who also serve as the chairman of the National Assembly.

If the APC in its wisdom zones it to the South East, they are only clever by half, abandoning the zone that gave them the highest votes , feeling they are just when it suits them— by saying they want to zone the Senate Presidency to the South East. When they were doing the Muslim-Muslims ticket, they weren’t just–to follow the practical norms which is the Muslim -Christain ticket.

They went ahead with the Muslim-Muslim ticket , therefore it would be unjust , whether the APC as a party or the president elect to determine which zone would have the Senate Presidency, knowing fully well they were all elected , therefore they should allow the legislature to be free for all.

Listening to the Vice-Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the north-west, Salihu Lukman, saying any Muslim aspiring to be senate president does not respect the constitution and the party, it shows that many people are unpatriotic and forget easily that the yet to be sworn in president who they all supported came on board and neglected same constitution to be president and vice president.

We should be sincere when we want to judge and not for our own personal aggrandizement. We should allow freedom of participation and not box people because we feel we can prove a point.

Anybody can contest to for the next Senate President because there’s no moral justification for zoning at the moment.

The implication of APC neglecting the Northwest, is that the APC chunk votes came from North West and it has lost its major states and given an opportunity for the opposition to be stronger in its own strong hold.

It’s a word for the wise.

The critical analysis here is , Alhaji Abubakar Atiku got 6,984,520 votes, Mr Obi Peter Gregory scored 6,101,533 , Musa Mohammed Rabiu Kwankwaso, 1,496,687 votes, in 2019 they were all of the PDP, meaning they splitted their votes given an opportunity for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu to win with 8,794,726 votes. Imagine if such replicates itself in the Northwest come 2027(Northwest) which is the strong hold of APC.

So even if APC is calculating on an appointment of The Secretary to the Government of the Federation(SGF), Chief of Staff (CoS) and the likes, to the North , it’s not as good as having a senate President, who can be able to attract more government attention to the zone.

APC should tread with caution.

https://kakaakireporters.com/senate-presidency-why-it-should-be-free-for-all/

'It's A Pride For One of NIS Family To Be Appointed First Head Of Mission, IPC- Nigeria'–CGI Jere

BY ANTHONY ADA ABRAHAM

The Comptroller General , Immigration Service, Isah Jere Idris (MFR) has commended the World Chairman International Peace Commission for confirming the appointment of Amb Hussaini Haruna Coomassie as the Head of Mission International Peace Commission (IPC)-Nigeria.

This was made known when Dr Coomassie and his team paid a courtesy visit to the Immigration Boss at the Service Headquarters to show appreciation to the service for it’s effort during the process of his confirmation.

Jere appreciated the effort and doggedness of Dr Coomassie for being a worthy Ambassador of NIS and Nigeria. He promised to look into some issues brought up by the Head of Mission, International Peace Commission (IPC-Nigeria) to move the service forward.

He also promised that before the end of the Buhari administration, printing of passports would commence in Nigeria. And that staff welfare is one of his major focus areas of leadership for the Service.

“I would like to congratulate you on this appointment as an Ambassador of Peace. It is by the grace of God that you are there and NIS has played an important role in your confirmation because, we were contacted and we told them who you are, behold today, you are confirmed.”

” We are working hard to secure our borders and, thankfully, with the approval of Mr. President, the NIS has secured the go-ahead for E-Border. Because with the massive nature of our boarders, it is only with technology that we can effectively secure it.

“We pray that you support our efforts in asking for more fundings from the Federal Government and donour agencies too. We do not necessarily require money from them but logistics to enable us maintain the borders so we can be at peace”, he said.

Speaking earlier, Amb. Hussaini Coomassie called on the CGI to, as a matter of urgency, look into certain areas in the NIS that are of concern to Nigerians. On his own part, the Head of Mission promised to do everything in his power that will draw the attention of the government to increase funding for the NIS.

“Immigration needs more allocation to operate optimally in the 21st century. The lack of fundings for the NIS operations must not be allowed to continue. And we pray that you work on waiver and the printing of passports in Nigeria.

“Immigration need to be supported otherwise the borders will continue to be poor. In Katsina State for example, you cannot differentiate a Katsina man from a man that hails from Niger Republic. That is because the boarders are porous and they enter without checks.

“We will push for immigration to have more allocation to be very effective, with lots of operational vehicles and other logistics."

https://kakaakireporters.com/it-a-pride-for-nis-to-produce-first-ipc-nigeria-hm-cgi-jere/

ABUJA, FCT
APRIL 5, 2023
PRESS STATEMENT

*ATTACK ON APC MEMBERS IN PORT HARCOURT IS BARBARIC, DESERVES URGENT AND THOROUGH INVESTIGATION*

The All Progressives Congress (APC) condemns, in the strongest terms, the attack on some of its leaders and members in Port Harcourt on Monday, April 3, 2023, by thugs and supporters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

This barbaric and unprovoked attack occurred during a visit to the Independent National Electoral Commission’s office by Mr. Tonye Cole, APC Governorship Candidate, Dr. Innocent Barikor, Deputy Governorship Candidate, Mr. Emeka Beke, State Chairman of the Party and 3 other party officials to obtain the Certified True Copies (CTC) of vital documents in the March 18 Governorship and House of Assembly elections. Without warning, thugs and supporters of the PDP descended on our Party officials, inflicting severe and life threatening injuries on them, and damaging personal and party properties.

This premeditated attack by PDP thugs and operatives on our officials and members in Port Harcourt is yet another in what has now become an orgy of violence carried out with mind-boggling audacity, and with absolutely no serious investigation by the police or repercussions for the instigators and perpetrators of this serial violence.

Ostensibly, this latest attack was aimed at frustrating the effort of our Governorship Candidate to obtain vital documents to exercise his constitutional right to challenge the declared result of the Governorship election in the state. For the PDP that claims to have won the election to resort to this level of violence to block a legitimate legal challenge tells a different story of a party sitting precariously on needles and pins in the face of prospects of a legal challenge by our Governorship Candidate.

While we commend the swift response of security agencies, especially the Police and the Nigerian Army in restoring peace and order in the wake of this brutal attack, again, we call on the Inspector General of Police to order an urgent and thorough investigation into this and previous incidents of violent attacks on leaders and members of our Party in Rivers State, and to bring the sponsors and perpetrators to justice.

SIGNED:
*Barr. Felix Morka*
National Publicity Secretary
All Progressives Congress (APC)

-END-

KDSG Security Update: Monday 3rd April 2023

24 hour curfew imposed on Sabon Garin Nasarawa-Tirkaniya area of Chikun LGA

The Kaduna State Government hereby announces the immediate imposition of 24-hour curfew on Sabon Garin Nassarawa-Tirkaniya area of Chikun LGA.

This decision was reached following a breakdown of law and order which led to the killing of two citizens in an incident of urban gang violence.

Security agencies have been directed to enforce the curfew in the said location, to restore order as investigations proceed. Citizens are therefore urged to strictly observe the curfew in this location, which takes effect immediately.

Further updates will be communicated accordingly.

Signed

Samuel Aruwan
Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Kaduna State.

*Everyone Will Enjoy Better Nigeria Whether You Voted For Me Or Not – Tinubu In Foreign Land Assures Nigerians*

SAHARA REPORTERS
March 29, 2023

The former Lagos State Governor asserted that he was committed to rebuilding the country and renewing the “hope of the Nigerian people.”

Nigerian “president-elect”, Bola Tinubu, who is currently on a foreign trip, has stated that Nigerians will soon enjoy a better country whether they voted for him or not during the recent general elections.

The former Lagos State Governor asserted that he was committed to rebuilding the country and renewing the “hope of the Nigerian people.”

Tinubu said these in his message to Nigerians on his 71st birthday on Wednesday, stressing that his promises were not mere words to win over citizens but a bond with them.

SaharaReporters had reported that Tinubu fell ill ahead of the March 18 Lagos State governorship and House of Assembly elections and travelled out of the country.

Speaking with SaharaReporters last Thursday to provide an update, a top source said, “Tinubu is still in France hospital.”

Tinubu had been confirmed to be heading for Paris, France and the United Kingdom to rest and plan the transition programme, according to a statement by his spokesperson, Tunde Rahman.

Meanwhile, speaking on his birthday, the “president-elect” said, “With such a privilege already granted to me, I will not go so far as to suggest I am due any birthday presents this year. I have already been given the greatest gift.

“A chance to lead and fulfill destiny. An opportunity to champion your aspirations and to bring about the Nigeria of your dreams.

“I will, instead, use this day as an opportunity to reiterate my commitment to the great and important task of rebuilding our nation and renewing the hope of the Nigerian people. I campaigned hard and made important promises.”

“Those promises were not mere words; professed glibly or cynically to win support. They represent a bond that binds me to the task of creating a better Nigeria for the benefit of every Nigerian, whether you voted for me or not,” he added.

To mark his 71st birthday, President-elect Bola Tinubu earlier directed that special prayers and thanksgiving service be held on Wednesday, 29 March, instead of the yearly birthday colloquium.

The special prayers will be held in Lagos and other parts of the country according to a statement by Tinubu’s spokesperson, Tunde Rahman, on Monday.

ABUJA, FCT
MARCH 29, 2023
PRESS STATEMENT

*HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MR PRESIDENT-ELECT*

The All Progressives Congress (APC) rejoices with His Excellency, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President-Elect of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, on the auspicious occasion of your 71st birthday anniversary.

We celebrate an inimitable statesman with an unyielding quest for a freer, more just and vibrant Nigeria. As a democrat and true progressive, you have built bridges that transcend ethnic, religious and political boundaries, and inspired many to embrace those things that unite us as one people than divide us.

Your message of Renewed Hope was heard by our noble citizens who voted massively to elect you as the next President in the just-concluded election. We pray that Almighty God will renew your strength and commitment to demonstrably improving the living conditions of our people.

As you mark your 71st birthday anniversary, the Sen. Abdullahi Adamu-led National Working Committee (NWC), leaders, members and stakeholders of our great party, join your well-wishers, at home and abroad, in praying to God to grant Your Excellency many more years in excellent health and divine wisdom in your illustrious service to our country and humanity.

Happy Birthday, Your Excellency!


SIGNED:
*Barr. Felix Morka*
National Publicity Secretary
All Progressives Congress (APC)

ABUJA, FCT
MARCH 23, 2023
PRESS STATEMENT

*ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS’ (APC) GOODWILL MESSAGE TO MUSLIM UMMAH AS RAMADAN BEGINS*

As the Holy month of Ramadan which marks the commencement of 30 or 29 days of fasting begins, the All Progressives Congress (APC) enjoins Muslim Ummah to use the season for deep reflection and spiritual rejuvenation towards greater devotion to Allah, and service to the nation.

Ramadan is one of the most blessed, if not the holiest month of the Islamic calendar. The APC hereby calls on Muslim Ummah to pray for Nigeria's accelerated and shared prosperity, development and security, as they pray for wisdom for leaders and decision-makers at all levels of our social, political and economic life. We invite all faithfuls to remember and take care of the less-privileged among us.

With the successful conclusion of the 2023 General Elections, and as the country gears up for transition from the President Muhammadu Buhari government to the incoming administration of President-Elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu, we urge all well-meaning Nigerians to remain peaceful and patriotic with renewed hope for a more just, secure, peaceful, equitable and prosperous Nigeria.

We pray the Almighty Allah answers our prayers and enkindles in us the spirit of sacrifice, humility, mercy and kindness.

SIGNED:
*Barr. Felix Morka*
National Publicity Secretary
All Progressives Congress (APC)

ABUJA, FCT
MARCH 20, 2023
PRESS STATEMENT

*ADAMAWA GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION - EXECUTIVE BRIGANDAGE MUST NOT PREVAIL AGAINST THE WILL OF THE PEOPLE*

We draw urgent attention of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, and our security services to massive thuggery, violence, intimidation and undue pressure by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) calculated to disrupt final collation and announcement of result of the Governorship election in Adamawa State.

Election results show a clear and decisive victory for Senator Aishatu Dahiru (Binani), the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Candidate. Faced with imminent and certain prospect of loss in the election, thugs and political actors led by incumbent Governor, and Candidate of the PDP, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, have unleashed heavily armed thugs to disrupt further collation of result and subvert the will of Adamawa people as expressed at the polls. The Governor is reported to have torn result sheets at the collation centre in a show of unprecedented impunity and executive brigandage.

We are well aware of the massive pressure on INEC and law enforcement authorities to cave in to the inordinate demands of the PDP to subvert final collation and announcement of result. However, we are supremely confident that INEC and our law enforcement authorities will stand firm and conclude the election process in the State as required by law.

The result of election in Fufore Local Government Area of the state must not be tampered with as Senator Aishatu Dahiru (Binani) holds a clear, unassailable lead, only awaiting final collation and declaration by INEC.

Nigeria is on the cusp of a major democratic record with the election and emergence of the first female Governor of a State in the country. We urge all well meaning Nigerians to stand together to protect and uphold this historic victory for women and our country.

SIGNED:
*Barr. Felix Morka*
National Publicity Secretary
All Progressives Congress (APC)

Prof Okaba Appointed Chairman Advisory Board IZon-Ibe Niger Delta Festival And Trade Expo



A renowned cultural veteran, Prof. Benjamin Ogele Okaba has been announced as chairman advisory board, Izon-Ibe Niger Delta Festival and Trade Expo.

This was made known by the organisers of the event in a press statement issued by the Executive Director, Izon-Ibe Niger Delta Festival and trade Expo Amb Kenule Nwiya jnr.

According to him, Prof. Benjamin Ogele Okaba would lead as chairman of Izon Ibe Festival and Trade Expo as a result of his several landmine strides in promoting culture, peace and unity in the Niger Delta region.

The statement read in parts:

"As an esteemed cultural veteran, Prof. Benjamin Ogele Okaba has used his multiple offices and good reputation to secure peaceful agitation of human rights, respectively among Ijwas and preserve our heritage as a unique people artistically gifted both in livelihood, art, industry and the professions.

"We are hopeful he will use his wide range of knowledge and that of his profound team to actualise the shared vision of the Izon-Ibe Festival and Trade Expo concerning the growth of the Ijaw Kingdom," it concluded.

ABUJA, FCT
MARCH 17, 2023
PRESS STATEMENT

*APC YET TO ZONE KEY 10TH NATIONAL ASSEMBLY POSITIONS*

The attention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been drawn to a report circulating on social media on purported zoning of key positions of the incoming 10th National Assembly.

The report is false and misleading, and should be disregarded in its entirety.

The Party has not made any decision on zoning of positions or offices of the 10th Assembly.

As soon as a decision is made on zoning, it will be made public through the Party’s official communications channel.

SIGNED:
*Barr. Felix Morka*
National Publicity Secretary
All Progressives Congress (APC)

*INVITATION TO ALL SENATORS AND MEMBERS OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES-ELECT*

This is to inform all Senators-Elect and members of the House of Representatives-Elect of the All Progressives Congress (APC), that they are invited to a parley with the Party's National Leadership.

The meeting which will be attended by the President-Elect and Vice President-Elect, will be held at the State House Banquet Hall, Aso Rock Villa, Abuja.

Senators/House of Representatives-Elect must come to the meeting with their Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Certificate of Return and must come alone.

The meeting is strictly on invitation

Date: Monday 13th March, 2023
Time: 2pm prompt.

All invited guests are expected to arrive early to allow for screening and be seated before 12noon.

SIGNED:
*Senator lyioia Omisore*, _PhD, FNSE, CON_
National Secretary
All Progressives Congress (APC)

In case you are ignorant and fighting your friend of over 20 years because of politics, know this and have peace.

Senator Ali Modu Sheriff was National Chairman of PDP and was now a chieftain of APC. In fact, his supposed Arch rival in politics in Borno State is former FCT Minister, Architect Ibrahim Bunu. Well, did you know that their wives are siblings? They are both daughters of the late Dr. Mohammed Lawan.

In 2011, Ali Modu Sheriff, as acting Chairman of the ANPP sent General Muhammadu Buhari out of the party which led Buhari to create the CPC. Did you know that Senator Ali Modu Sheriff's nephew, Babagana, is the husband of Buhari's daughter, Halima? Babagana's mum, Fanne, is Ali Sheriff's younger sister.

Former Governor of Borno, Senator Maina Ma'aji Lawan's rival in the Borno North Senatorial District is former Minister of Works, Senator Mohammed Sanusi Daggash. The two men have contested the same seat ferociously in the past. Well, did you know Daggash's mum, Laraba's maiden name is Shallangwa while the mother of Maina Ma'aji's wife is also Rebecca Shallangwa? The two women are cousins which makes the two men, in-laws.

Alhaji Atiku Abubakar is said to be President Muhammadu Buhari's staunch rival but, Atiku was Yusuf Buhari's guardian at Yusuf Buhari's wedding when he married the daughter of the Emir of Bichi, Nasiru Ado Bayero. Former Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, may have been deposed but his wife is the daughter of Ado Bayero, his predecessor and the current Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero and the Emir of Bichi, Nasiru Ado Bayero, are her brothers.

Late President Umaru Musa Yar'adua was a PDP member and a staunch party man but his son, Shehu, just married the daughter of Ali Modu Sheriff's younger brother, Mohammed Nur Sheriff who was a Member of the House of Representatives on the platform of the APC.

The National Chairman of the APC, Senator Abdullahi Adamu, is a founding member of the PDP and was a governor for eight years then a senator on the platform of the PDP. Today he is National Chairman of the APC.

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Gregory Obi, was running mate to the presidential candidate of the PDP, Waziri Atiku Abubakar, barely four years ago. While the politicians and ruling class are busy forging alliances and building bridges, you are busy fighting your friends and pulling down relationships built over years over people who are either in laws, allies or even blood relatives! Do you have sense at all?

Late Head of State, Murtala Mohammed's son, Abba is married to Fatima Mala Kachallah, daughter of late Governor of Borno, Mala Kachallah.

MKO Abiola's son, Jamiu, is married to Khadihah Kamselem, daughter of former Inspector General of Police, Shettima Kamselem, from Borno.

Ibrahim Babangida's son, Mohammed, married Rahama Mohammed Indimi. Atiku Abubakar's son, Aminu, married Fatima Ummi Bolori, daughter of late Alhaji Bukar Bolori. Fatima Umar Ganduje, daughter of the governor of Kano, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje is married to Idris, the son of late governor of Oyo state, Abiola Ajimobi.

Did you know that the incumbent governor of Niger state, Abubakar Sani Bello, was sworn in by his mother-in-law, Justice Fati Lami Abubakar? His mother-in-law, the former first lady of Nigeria, wife of General Absulsalam Abubakar, was the Chief Judge of Niger state until her retirement. The governor's younger brother, Suleiman Sani Bello, is married to Aliko Dangote's first daughter, Halima. Dangote's second daughter, Fatima, is married to the son of the former Inspector General of Police, Mohammed D. Abubakar.

Did you know that Ammuna Ashe, the wife of former Governor of Bauchi state, Ahmed Adamu Mu'azu who was also PDP National Chairman, is the younger sister to current APC Deputy National Chairman, Senator Abubakar Kyari? They are first cousins with Ibrahim Bunu's children and Bunu is a staunch member of the PDP. Ibrahim Bunu's wife is their mother's younger sister and now Bunu's son has married Kashim Shettima's daughter.

The former first Lady of Yobe state, Dr. Maryam Bukar Abba Ibrahim, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff's wife, Fatima, Architect Ibrahim Bunu's wife, Former Minister of Finance, Yabawa Lawan Wabi, Former OPEC Governor, Ammuna Lawan Ali, whose husband, Engr Ibrahim Ali is younger brother to late governor Mala Kachallah, are all siblings! Read that again.

They are busy forming alliances so that they can continue to subjugate you while you are busy fighting over them all over the place. Who is really playing who? You better wake up and start building your own bridges and stop shouting "I will not marry Hausa! I will not marry Igbo! I will not marry Yoruba!".

Poverty sees differences while wealth and power see alliances. The choice is yours.

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josh4croft:
No, you didn't get my explanation. Abuja is part of the north and so, doesn't require full casing.

Like I stated earlier, the earth in the North ( Abuja inclusive) is rocky/consolidated (solid) and so may not require full casing except for a very deep hole with length over 100meters ideally. I have no experience in borehole drilling in the North, however I am talking as a Geologist with experiences.

Note that, full casing would be for the entire trajectory (top to bottom) of the borehole while partial casing would be for the part of the hole that is considered loosed by the drilling engineers.

The explanation is clearer now. Appreciate

josh4croft:
Where exactly are you digging this borehole because location matters as regard to Casing.

Firstly, casing is the term used during borehole drilling were pipes (of about 4inch diameter and more) are placed inside the drilled hole to prevent the walls of the hole from caving in.

And so, the location of the borehole determines whether or not a hole need casing. In Nigeria, rocky and consolidated areas like the North and East don't require much casing. In most cases, you don't even need casing because you are drilling through rocks and consolidated materials.

Whereas, the southern part of Nigeria require casing to prevent the borehole walls from caving in because the earth there is loose. So,for this part of the country, you need complete/full casing of the borehole.

Note: If the wall of the borehole cave in, the hole is damaged and your submersible pump (pump in the hole) is lost forever. You will have to drill another hole.

I hope this helps.

It's the North, Abuja to be precise. And from your explanation, I think casing is very important and should be considered even if the water is coming from a rocky area.

My fellow Nairalanders. I've been confused about digging a Borehole. Somebody was telling me that a full casing is better than half casing and I don't understand the terminology.

Can somebody explain the best way to dig a Borehole and what is the present cost per metre now? I will be reading all the comments.

Thanks in anticipation.

(SOUTHEAST)

Enugu: 2 LP senators
1 seat will be contested on March 11 due to the killing of the LP candidate Oyibo Chukwu.

Anambra: 2 LP senators
1 YPP senator.

Imo: 2 APC senators
1 LP senator.

Abia: 1 APC senator
1 LP senator
1 APGA senator

Ebonyi: 3 APC senators.

Summary:
APC: 6 Senators.
LP: 6 Senators
APGA: 1 Senator
YPP: 1 Senator.
PDP: none.

BY AHMED OLUWASANJO

The outcome of Saturday's presidential election is not victory for anyone to rejoice over.

We have been here before. We rejoiced that a messiah has come in 2015, when President Muhammadu Buhari emerged, only for him to be a major disappointment eight years later. Since then, I stopped being emotional about Nigeria's election.

Get me right. I'm not a killjoy out to ruin agbado and bulaba soldier's celebration. I'm likewise not here to hypocritically cry about our shambolic electoral process like former President Olusegun Obasanjo, the authour of "do or die politics 2007."

The violence and madness seen in some parts of the country during the election should not be our story in 2023 if OBJ had not written and acted well satanic script on election rigging.

But that's a topic for another day.

The real issue is if we think Tinubu's victory is one for Nigeria, then we must be joking.

I believe regardless of who you voted for or supported during the election, it is time for us to assume our duty as citizens, holding the winner's legs to the fire.

Majority of politicians will unite and compensate themselves with contracts to make up for whatever financial loss they have incurred. In other words, they suffer no loss.

Their children and girlfriends will be employed through the back door to CBN, FIRS and other juicy MDAs, while millions who voted them into office are crying of unemployment. Anyway this is no issue because some are OK with being e-thugs for just N30,000 monthly.

Politicians will live in most secured places in the country guarded by security agents paid from our collective wealth, while you and I will be praying to be safe from bandits and kidnappers. They will eat free food from our treasury, while you and I will buy food amidst bitting skyrocketing inflation.

There would be no power outage in homes of politicians, while you and I will pay heavily for darkness.

I think the picture I've painted is fair and vivid enough to convince you that it is not yet uhuru for ordinary Nigerians. As such, we will be foolish to defend politicians after the election when we should be uniting to hold them accountable.

The honey moon will soon be over. You are Yoruba. I am Igbo. He is Hausa divisive argument will stop as we face the consequences of our decision at the polls.

Welcome to Bulaba Republic, where down payment for roasted corn to generate electricity, is a possibility. I pray this miracle will happen.

Ahmed Oluwasanjo writes from We No Go Gree Ministry: AKA Terbancle of Table Shakers!

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People could be see craving for orderliness and others making sure that the elections is hitch free and free.

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BVAS is also working very well as the security men and women are doing their job by calming nerves down.

...says losers should accept final results

The Global Vice Chairman, Advocacy for Good Governance/Social Justice Network, Vienna, Amb. (Dr) Hussaini Coomassie has called on all Nigerians and contestants of Saturday's elections to accept the outcome of the results and shun any violence and intimidation.
He made the call few hours to the presidential election.

Amb. Coomassie made this call in his Abuja residence earlier today while speaking to selected journalists. He also called on the 18 contestants and their followers to embrace Peace as the lasting solution and accept defeat when defeated.

He added that the winner should adopt attitude of no victor no vanquish by carrying other contestants along to build one true and formidable Nigeria.

It was the gathering of crème dela crème of the society and the aviation industry at the prestigious Legend Business Jet terminal, Murtala Muhammed International airport, Ikeja Lagos as Jetlyfe Aviation Ltd, a leading provider of private jet travels in Nigeria, hosted a glamorous gala dinner to celebrate the successful launch of its "Future Aviators" programme, held from February 4–5, 2023.

Speaking at the event, Jet Lyfe CEO Wisdom Ntoto recognised his partners and sponsors whose support brought the visionary initiative to life.

"We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to bring our guests on this unique and luxurious flight and to launch our Future Aviators programme. We are committed to inspiring and educating the next generation of pilots and making private jet travel accessible to everyone. I also want to thank our partners Mastercard, GAC Motors, Glenfiddich Whisky, Global Citizen Consultants, Playnetwork Africa and Quits Aviation for their undying love and support," he added.

The exquisite atmosphere and the thrilling sounds from notable musicians like Made Kuti, the grandson of legendary afrobeat artiste, Fela Kuti serenade with Guests treated to a 3-course meal.

In addition to the delicious food and entertainment, JetLyfe also treated guests to a round-trip flight from Lagos to Accra, Ghana, aboard one of its private jets. The flight was made even more special by the addition of a rare and luxurious experience with Glenfiddich 30-year-old whisky served at 30,000 feet , with the help of the Meta Luxury Manager for William Grants and sons for Nigeria, Eddie Madaki .

The highlight of the event was the launch of JetLyfe's Future Aviators programme, which aims to inspire and educate the next generation of pilots.

FCT, ABUJA
JANUARY 31, 2023
PRESS STATEMENT

*ALLEGED ATTACK ON MR PRESIDENT - PDP SETTING MOST IGNOMINIOUS, DEBASED AND VIRULENT CAMPAIGN RECORD EVER*

2023 will go down in our country’s political history as the year of unmitigated infamy for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). No one would have thought the PDP capable of outdoing its own record of reckless, mindless and despicable undertakings in and out of governance. The PDP has tossed every rule of law, ethical standards, morality, decency, civility, decorum in the thrash bin in its deviant obsession for power. Just' when you think degenerate PDP has reached the abyss of low, they burrow even deeper into crevices of shame.

A statement issued by the PDP on the President Muhammadu Buhari’s recent visit to Kano is nothing short of a confessional statement of conspiracy to commit treasonable felony. By actively instigating and sponsoring fringe violent anti-social conduct by paid urchins during presidential engagements in Kano, the PDP has crossed the line of fair campaign engagement into grievous culpable criminality. This is unacceptable and demands urgent law enforcement investigation and prosecution of all participants in this high crime.

President Muhammadu Buhari was in Kano on Sunday, January 29, 2023, at the instance of the high-achieving Governor of the State, Alhaji Abdullahi Ganduje, to commission eight legacy projects, including a world-class Cancer Centre for which the good people of Kano State are immensely grateful.

Ostensibly, the PDP is morbidly terrified by the cosy and strong relations between our Presidential Candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and President Muhammadu Buhari. As leader of our Party, President Buhari’s universe of goodwill and massive grassroots following inure to the benefit of our visionary Presidential Candidate.

The PDP is distraught and dejected by bleak and irrecoverable hopelessness of its chances in the next general election. However, that does not give it a right to incite and procure treasonable acts in desperate last ditch and orchestrated plot to incite Nigerians against our Party.

The Nigerian electorate is smart, mature, sensible and discerning. We are convinced they find the PDP’s conduct disturbing, appalling, repulsive and pitiful and will continue to ignore the party’s blatant falsehood and criminal behavior and reject the party and all its candidates from top to bottom.

Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu is, and remains, an open and shut case for the Office of President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. We urgent the good Nigerian electorate to vote our Presidential Candidate and all candidates of our great Party.

SIGNED:
*Barr. Felix Morka*
National Publicity Secretary
All Progressives Congress (APC)

FCT, ABUJA
JANUARY 26, 2023
PRESS STATEMENT

*HORRIFIC ATTACK AT PORT-HARCOURT RALLY IS A VICIOUS ASSAULT ON OUR DEMOCRACY*

The violent attack at a rally of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Port Harcourt on Thursday, January 19, 2023 involving the use of Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) and rapid gunfire was despicable, and represents a new and dangerous dimension in political violence in the build up to next month’s general election. The detonation of IED and gunfire resulted in serious injuries to Party members and supporters in the immediate vicinity of the attack.

The attack, which was carried out by suspected thugs of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), was led by senior officials of the Port-Harcourt City Local Government Area, ostensibly, on a mission to disrupt and disperse the rally at the traditional grounds of Rumuwoji Town in Mile 1 area of Port-Harcourt under the pretext of enforcing the draconic Executive Order 21 and 22 of the Rivers State Government enacted to stifle opposition political engagements. To be clear, the Port-Harcourt rally was convened in accordance with all applicable constitutional and legal standards of Federal Republic of Nigeria.

We strongly condemn this gruesome attack at the Port-Harcourt rally. It constitutes an assault on our democracy, and a clear and present threat to next month’s general election. The escalation of violence calculated to intimidate and scuttle legitimate campaign activities by opposition political parties in Rivers State is unacceptable and must stop. The perpetrators and victims of campaign violence are all Nigerians and we cannot permit or excuse anyone to inflict harm, maim or kill others on account of political partisanship. That is the direct antithesis of our democratic norms and negates the greatness of our national democratic aspiration.

We call on the Inspector General of Police to order a full, thorough and expeditious investigation of the incident. Statements credited to the Rivers State Police Command that there was no explosion at the rally do not cut the urgency and seriousness of the matter. The Police cannot casually and hastily dismiss eye-witness reports of explosion of IEDs at the rally without full and proper investigation. If such an investigation has been conducted, the Nigeria Police should do well to make the investigation report public.

This is a matter of national concern. Nigerians deserve to know and must be reassured that attending opposition campaign rallies in Rivers State is not akin to a journey of no return to the frontlines of illicit and orchestrated war. Every citizen, irrespective of partisan political affiliation, is entitled to equal protection of law. As the Chief Security Officer of the state, His Excellency, Governor Nyesom Wike, must do his duty to offer equal protection of the law to all citizens of the State, and work with law enforcement agencies to solve this heinous crime, prevent a recurrence and bring the perpetrators to justice.

We wish our Party members injured in the attack speedy and full recovery. We urge our members to remain calm, strong, and undeterred as they continue to turn up massively at our Party’s campaign rallies in the state.

As signatories to the Peace Pact, political parties owe themselves and the country a duty to engage in issue-based campaigns, to rein in their members, and eschew all forms of violence during the remainder of the electioneering season and beyond.

SIGNED:
*Barr. Felix Morka*
National Publicity Secretary
All Progressives Congress (APC)

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE

PRESIDENT BUHARI URGES VOTERS IN ADAMAWA TO ELECT FIRST FEMALE GOVERNOR, MAKE HISTORY


President Muhammadu Buhari Monday in Yola, Adamawa State, called on voters to shun sentiments, and make history by electing the first female Governor in the country in 2023, Sen. Aisha Dahiru Ahmed-Binani, saying her track record of dedication to duty and service will improve the livelihood of citizens.

The President, who spoke at the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential and Gubernatorial Flagoff of campaigns in Adamawa State, told voters that Sen. Binani had consistently worked for the welfare of the State and indigenes over many years, and entrusting her with the Office of the Governor would further strengthen her to reposition the State for greatness.

“Let me remind you of the good fortune that is awaiting your State in 2023 after returning the APC to power at the federal level and electing the party's candidate as your incoming governor.

“You have been given the opportunity to set a record in the history of Nigeria and the annals of democracy and politics in our country by electing the first ever female chief executive of a state in Nigeria. You cannot afford that such a significant opportunity would slip through your fingers.

“I am, therefore, calling on all the men, women and youth of Adamawa State, the northeast and indeed the entire country, to support the candidature of Senator Aisha Binani and ensure her victory in March, 2023,’’ he said.

President Buhari urged the electorate to vote for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kashim Shettima as President and Vice President in the forthcoming elections, and candidates of the APC for Senate, House of Representatives and House of Assembly.

“I am delighted to be here today in Yola, Adamawa State, to be part of the campaign of our candidates for different offices in the country, starting from presidential, to gubernatorial, national and state assemblies. It is All Progressives Congress (APC) from top to bottom.

“APC for President! APC for Governor! APC for Senate! APC for House of Representatives! APC for Assembly Members!,’’ the President noted.

President Buhari said the APC had a vision of making Adamawa State more peaceful, progressive and prosperous.

“Your contributions in Adamawa State to our national development can be attested to by your output in agriculture, fishery, livestock, industry, manufacturing, commerce, mining, among others.

“Your achievements in the areas of education have made us proud and given us immense joy and satisfaction. Adamawa people are progressive in nature, and it is time to prove it once again.

“Our vision for Adamawa as a peaceful, progressive and prosperous state is strong and enduring. With your perseverance and determination, the All Progressives Congress (APC) will make Adamawa a model state in all areas of endeavour,’’ he stated.

The President urged youths in the state and country to pursue values that will bring honor to their families and the country, advising that Nigeria’s image could only be improved by the citizens.

“Let me now speak to the youths of our country, and Adamawa State particularly. I want you to know that you mean so much to us. Please remain loyal and patriotic citizens, learn from your elders and behave responsibly at all times.

“There can be no other place better than this country that promises so much to us and beckons us to greater prosperity.

“I want you to remain true to our ideals of decency, respect and accountability. You should bear your responsibilities seriously and acquit yourself well in all that you are called on to do.

“You should all come out and vote in the forthcoming elections, exercise your franchise responsibly and do not allow yourselves to be misled by vain sentiments and idle promises.

“Let me remind you and the entire people of Nigeria that the eyes of the world will be on you come February and March, 2023. Therefore do not give in to temptation and allow yourselves to be manipulated,’’ he added.

The President advised the youths to remain loyal to the APC by sensitizing on the gains of the party, and voting for its candidates at various levels.

“I wish specially to thank you for reposing your trust in me and giving me your support during the last two presidential elections.

“I want you to continue with this spirit and remain loyal to our party the APC. I want you to support our candidates at all levels in the state and federal elections. You can trust Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Jagaban of Borgu, our party's flag-bearer and presidential candidate, together with his running mate, Senator Kashim Shettima.

“I want you to vote for them massively, retain the party in power at the centre, and also return Adamawa to the rank of the progressives.

“I want you to wholeheartedly embrace the message of "RENEWED HOPE" on which our candidates and party are campaigning,’’ the President said.

In his remarks, the APC National Chairman, Sen. Abdullahi Adamu called on voters to elect Asiwaju Tinubu for President, and Sen. Binani for Governor of Adamawa State.

Adamu assured the large gathering of party supporters at the Muhammadu Buhari Square that both candidates had been tested with responsibilities at various levels of governance, and would work together for the benefit of the people.

Presidential Candidate of the APC, Asiwaju Tinubu thanked the President for leading the country with integrity, and setting new standards in development projects.

"Nigeria is blessed. We have integrity in President Buhari. Whatever damage the Poverty Development Party, PDP, have done, we will replace it with joy, prosperity, happiness and employment for our people.

"We will get you engaged properly. We will pay attention to your needs. Vote Binani for governor of the state, and when we are elected, we will work together to provide good water, education, health and end killings and kidnapping,'' he said.

Binani pleaded with the First Lady, Aisha Buhari, APC stalwart, Nuhu Ribadu and member of House of Representative, Abdulrazak Namdas to join hands with her in ensuring success at the polls, and lifting the state to greater heights.

Former Governor of Adamawa State, Murtala Nyako, urged the electorates to vote for Asiwaju Tinubu for President, and Binani for Governor of the state, noting that Tinubu and his Vice Presidential candidate, Kashim Shettima, had already set precedence of good leadership as former governors.

He said Binani would build on past achievements in the state, and correct anomalies in leadership and development, especially in placing the welfare of the people first and ensuring inclusive governance.


Femi Adesina
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
January 9, 2023

It was all smiles and happiness as 12-year-old Sheila Dung from Zion In Christ Orphanage Home was crowned Little Miss Kaduna 2022/23 at a Christmas event put together by Gafiligadoki Communication, organizers of MACA Peace Walk & Humanitarian Achievers.

This event was held after a successful Peace Walk in Kaduna State in November 26,2022 with crémé dela crémé of the society in attendance.

KAKAAKI REPORTERS reports that the event also witnessed awards and decorations of the various personalities including the Deputy Governor of Kaduna State ,Her Excellency, Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, the Auditor General for Local Government, Atiku Musa, Hajiya Badiya Magaji Inuwa, a humanitarian and community service provider, Sani Danja
Rikadawa and lots more.Also, a first of it's kind event designed to bring back the old days with side attractions of Father Christmas visiting some neighbourhoods ,playing games and sharing gift items to children and adults on the street through the programme normally done by MACA Nation every first day of the month was carried out and the children and people were happy and very excited.

Another mind blowing event Tagged 5-Days to Christmas family fun Fair/ Little Miss Kaduna was mind-blowing.

Speaking to the converner, Nyam Terkimbi Terry about the multiple events he put together to put smiles on the faces of the children, he explained why his brand chose to focus on people living with Disabilities, Widows, sickle cell patients, Ophans and so on.

Mc Terry as he is popularly called also expressed gratitude to God for making his dreams come through. He added that projects he has been nurturing for many years has finally come to stay, appreciating everyone that stood and trusted him.

"It has not been an easy journey for a young man like me as some people feel most young men in Nigeria today are scammers. There are good young men and women who are still out there willing and can do better than what I'm doing today.

"I always remove 40% from my weekly income as an Mc, Photographer, Video Directing and event planner to fete needy" he stated.

The Multipreneur and award winning Mc/Photographer who is also into Advertising and Image branding said sometimes jobs don't come as expected and he has to go hungry to support people as some don't always believe him when he says he doesn't have money and some call him stingy.

"People will not understand when I tell them I don't have money. I'm pleading and urge people to support my effort at this time people really need love and care."

He promised to work hand in hand with the new little Queens. "Working with Sheila and others can make other girls regain confidence in themselves and always believe that no matter what and were they find them selves one day things will change.

As he plans to unveil a project for 2023, a scholarship he has been doing on the low key for years, he feels the Little Miss Kaduna with the new office can help more children go back to school as they plan to officially unveil a N100 to School Campaign.

Terry stated that Sheila Dung story for example is a motivation.
She's an orphan who lost her parents from the Jos crisis. "Currently she is with Zion In Christ Orphanage Home, Kaduna, and doing very well. With the little background checks, Sheila is very respectful and God-fearing, a very smart girl, always smiling and she is in Jss1.

"Other Little Queens are also in school and the ones that are yet to start school will go back as MACA plans to enrol them in school with support from public and his little savings.

The six beautiful girls, little Miss Kaduna are:
1: Sheila Dung

2: Maryam Abdullahi

3: Lauratu Samaila

4: Rafia.mamuda

5: Racheal Daniel

6: Joy jugun

Official unveiling will be announced soon

General public can also visit www.macainfo.com.ng for other information about Make All Count Awareness (MACA)
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