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Ndigbo Buru Otu Association of Nigeria Inaugurates New Executives for 2022, See Details...

By Onome Naomi Onojaefe

The Association during its monthly meeting Inaugurated and welcomed the new executives on Saturday, November 4th, 2022 at the palatial premises of the President, HRH Eze Chika Nwokedi.

The association was given birth to many years back, precisely in 2016 by the founder Eze Chika Nwokedi, and had fathered over hundreds of members into its fold comprising of igbo speaking individuals.

The aims and objectives of the association had been to foster togetherness amongst the igbos while promoting growth and development. The founder of the association also told Naomi Sophy Blog that individuals both old and new had benefitted immensely upon becoming members as the association helps in diverse ways putting the welfare of its members foremost. Members further benefits from loans given without collateral or interest fee, adequate financial support is given also in cases of ill health and treatment. The association also have an alignment with supporting the interest of its members during manipulative crisis that involves the violation of one's rights.

The outgoing executives of the Association includes: Eze Chika Nwokedi the president (Sustained), Chief Onyebuchi Adimdu the vice president(Replaced), Chief Ifeanyi Igwuegbe the Gen. Secretary( Sustained), Assistant Secretary is Mrs Chinyere Ezeghalike( Replaced),Chief Osita Okeke, the former treasurer ( Sustained), Financial Secretary, Onyekachuku Ofuegbu( Replaced), Lolo Tessy Chika Nwokedi, Chimezie Ezeagwu both former PPROs ( Replaced) Adamazi and Uche Onuigbo, welfare officials ( Sustained).
These individuals had fostered the association in accordance devoid of irregular activities. The president HRH Chika Nwokedi noted that their efforts had actually yielded good results for the association as members had the opportunity to own lands and landed properties as well as get good funding for businesses.

The Election was pioneered by the Chairman of the election committee and his subordinates, an informidable team who has come together to properly coordinate a free and fair election.

The new executives inaugurated into the fold were chosen by electorates as all members cast their votes for their preferred candidate.

Naomi Sophy Blog observed the free and fair election of the new executives of the Association and the results are as follows:

For welfare postion of the association, Adamazi came out to be the winner with 53 votes, Uche Oniugbo a co candidate had 25 votes, For the position of Provost, the candidates are Chief Chika Okeoma who won the position with 34 votes, Chibuzo Obidike with 32 votes, Obinna Obiagu with 13 votes. For the position of PRO of the association, the candidates are: Mrs. Oluchi Cynthia, she won with 49 votes , Mr. Desmond Ugwu had 23 votes, Mr. Obiajulu Nwasa had 4 votes. For the position of the Association Treasurer, the candidates are: Okeke Osita who had won the office with 45 votes while Uchenna John O. had 35 votes respectively. For the office of Financial Secretary, the Uchenna Okafor had won with 47 votes, Mrs. Obioma Ebere Juliet had 32 votes.. For the Gen. Secretarial position of the Association, the office holder was retained as electorates consider both executives unopposed, they are: Comr. Chief Ifeanyi Ugwuegbe and his assistant also remains Chief Mrs.Ada Odili. For the position of Vice president of the Association, the candidates are:Ukaegwe Chinoso Emmanuel with 6 votes, Chief Ogbuka Godwin who won with 47 votes, Barr. Mary Joy had 4 votes, Evang. Okwuosa Moses also had 22 votes.

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Gov. Okowa’s aide, Sosorobia called out for allegedly joining forces with his side chic to a$$ault his wife



Enakerakpo Sosorobia, an executive assistant in political duties to the governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, has been accused of a$$aulting his wife, Ejovwoke.

The couple has been married for 30 years and Ejovwoke, a businesswoman based in Warri area of the state, is said to have endured series of physical and emotional ab#se from her husband.

It was gathered that the latest incident occurred on Sunday, October 30, in his home town of Kokori Inland.

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/11/02/gov-okowas-aide-sosorobia-called-out-for-allegedly-joining-forces-with-his-side-chic-to-aault-his-wife/

NDLEA declares Lagos drug baron wanted, arrests kingpin behind cocaine shipments.

.... Seals baron’s 7 mansions in Lagos, Ibadan; blocks N217million in bank account.

By Naomisophyblog

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has declared wanted Lagos socialite and owner of Adekaz Hotels, Alhaji Ademola Afolabi Kazeem (a.k.a Alhaji Abdallah Kazeem Muhammed) over offences bordering on exportation and trafficking of illicit drugs as well as money laundering.

The decision to declare the suspect wanted followed his failure to honour NDLEA invitations and an order granted the Agency by a Federal High Court in Lagos on Monday 17th October 2022. The wanted drug kingpin was uncovered as the sponsor of some traffickers arrested by the anti-narcotics agency in their recent attempt to export cocaine to Dubai, UAE and other destinations outside Nigeria.

Soon after the arrest of one of his mules, Bolujoko Muyiwa Babalola, a Lagos BRT driver on 27th June at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, Ikeja, Alhaji Ademola Kazeem who is also the Chairman of Adekaz Global Integrated Services, went underground. Following his failure to honour invitations sent to him, the Agency approached a Federal High Court in Lagos with three prayers: to attach and seal his identified properties in Lagos and Ibadan; declare him wanted and block his bank account with a cash balance of Two Hundred and Seventeen Million Naira (N217,000,000.00), all of which were granted.

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/11/01/ndlea-declares-lagos-drug-baron-wanted-arrests-kingpin-behind-cocaine-shipments/

NEWS:
More Well Meaning Nigerians Should Support The Less Privileged - Asiwaju Temitope Balogun

Ondo state born philanthropist and community builder, Asiwaju Temitope Balogun, also known as Genesis has called on blessed Nigerians to imbibe charity and delve into humanitarian services.
Balogun who is also the Founder of TMG Foundation called youths of Ondo state to stay focused, disciplined and devoid of vices.
Assuring that a bright future awaits them, he stated that now is the time to seriously consider leaders who will serve public interest and not personal ones.
Asiwaju Balogun who began humanitarian services way back in his native community in Ondo state stressed that he was moved to action when he found children on the streets of life without care, education and proper parenting.
His foundation today is a home of respite.
He is a recipient of the Peace Ambassadors Award and will be decorated by Voiceout Nigeria News soonest with the National Pride Award in Lagos.


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Princess loveline

2-month-old Baby’s Hand Amputated After Father Used Hanger To Flog Him Mercilessly


The National Human Right Commission (NHRC) and the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Imo State chapter have called on the Imo State Government and the Nigeria Police Force to immediately arrest and prosecute one Mr Confidence Amatobi, for allegedly assaulting his 2-month-old baby, Miracle.
Mr Amatobi was said to have assaulted little Miracle with a plastic hanger and broke the baby’s arm for disturbing his sleep.

The incident led to the amputation of the fractured arm at the Pediatrics ward of the Federal Medical Centre, FMC Owerri.

NAWOJ, NHRC and the aggrieved mother of baby Miracle, made the call for justice in Owerri the Imo State Capital........

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/10/25/2-month-old-babys-hand-amputated-after-father-used-hanger-to-flog-him-mercilessly/

LAGOS STATE GOVERNMENT IN PARTNERSHIP WITH EKO INNOVATION CENTRE SPONSORED FIFTEEN (15) STARTUPS TO THE 42ND EDITION OF GITEX GLOBAL AND NORTH STAR 2022 IN DUBAI.

The Gulf Information Technology Exhibition (GITEX) is an annual consumer computer and electronics trade show and conference that takes place in Dubai at the Dubai World Trade Centre. It brings together thought leaders, inventors, innovators, and other key players in the
technology sector, making it one of the most significant gathering spots on the globe.

Over 10,000 investors from across the world attended the GITEX Global 2022 event, which also provided entrepreneurs with over 25,000 leads for investment meetings and partnership opportunities.
In previous years, participants would have had to travel to Dubai to compete in the tournament for a chance to win $200,000 in funding and a mentorship prize. But on the 12th of May 2022, the Gulf Information Technology Exhibition (GITEX), in partnership with the Lagos State Government (LSG) and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), organized the pitch event in Lagos at the Eko Innovation Centre.

The judges at the pitch event were; Akeem Hassan, Technical Assistant to Lagos State State Governor on Innovation and Technology; Tunbosun Alake, the special adviser to the Governor on Innovation and Technology; Segun Cole, Co-founder Fund the Gap Alliance; Amos Udok, Representative NITDA; Ireayo Oladunjoye, Head, of Startups Lagos state employment Trust fund; Oguntade Adeseye, Unit head, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship ONDI, and Olorunnisomo Olaoluwa Co-Founder, Seedbuilders Innovation and Foundation, which had about twenty-seven (27) startups pitch their ideas.

Two Nigerian technology start-ups, Paddy Cover and Pricepally.com emerged winners and received from Dubai World Trade Centre an all-expenses paid trip to Dubai to compete in the tournament for a chance to win $200,000 in funding and a mentorship reward.

The two winners, Paddy Cover and PricePally, will be joined by thirteen (13) additional teams for a complete, all-expenses-paid opportunity to compete in GITEX, making the total delegation
from Lagos State fifteen (15) startups, the largest in the history of the Lagos State Government.

The list of the thirteen (13) additional startups includes: truQ, Quadloop, and Imperial EdTech, which are the second, third, and fourth-place finishers in the GITEX Lagos State pitch session;
Wellness Health Technologies, D’Aggregate, and LiveBic, which are currently enrolled in the EIC acceleration program; AppZone, Kodobe, Farmz2U, Cdial, RxAll Inc, Curacel, and Evolvestack.

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Princess loveline

Opinion: FG should abolish the era of Governors retiring to senatorial seats after an extended tenure of 8yrs- Human Rights Activist says.

By Onome Naomi Onojaefe

Over the years since the inception of democracy in nigeria, it has become a norm and tradition for governors of various states after a second tenure in office to opt for senatorial tickets in extension, to remain in power. It is almost as if it is a programmed approach for governors to obtain senatorial tickets before the expiration of an 8yr tenure from their various parties with assurances to successfully sit. As a matter of fact it has become their retirement office, some of them have spent about 12 yrs in Senate after their usual 8 yrs extension as governors.

Comrade Prince expressed his displeasure, stating that it is unbecoming and disappointing about a nation who has some well thought out constitutional rules that must be followed through but yet lacks the ethics to rule the nation accordingly. At this point, based on analysis, non of these sitting senators who were former governors have even moved a single motion that is being accepted in the house, both in the senate and house of Assembly.

Comrade Saviour, as the voice of the voiceless is of the opinion that Nigerians in diaspora should oppose the era of governors retiring to senate positions.Every governor after 8 yrs regime should be denied the senatorial ticket. They should go back to their various states and retire to their villages just like how Peter Obi retired when he finished his tenure in Anambra state, he said.

Furthermore, he stated that Nigeria has a lot of empty lands for the governors to go and farm or build up companies to employ the jobless not look for ways to siphone the nation's wealth and resources. He said federal government should take a cue from former Head of State, Olusegun Obasanjo whom upon retirement, retraced his steps to his hometown where he tilled lands for cultivation and created employment opportunities for the people.

These governors should go and do productive things upon retirement to create space for those who has the interest of Nigerians at heart, those with virgin ideas to occupy senatorial seats.
The governors have not been productive during their tenure even with the heavy budgets they present, rather they fly all around the world for meetings they can simply hold here in Nigeria, a waste of public funds. The social amenities required from the electorates has been abandoned, Nigerian roads are bad, no good water, electricity is zero, infact all that was promised was never fulfilled so what are they doing in the senate? The senate is a place whereby there is no monopoly of opinion, Comrade stated.

Saviour calls on the presidency to abolish this practice by governors, the era of "from governorship to getting an automatic ticket to Senate" should be abolished. Let them retire and give a way for more competent hands to rule.

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/10/19/opinion-fg-should-abolish-the-era-of-governors-retiring-to-senatorial-seats-after-an-extended-tenure-of-8yrs-human-rights-activist-says/

Ogun Amotekun arrest man with bloodstained female pants

…Suspect claimed to have removed them from dustbins, but insisted he does not know the exact location where he picked them from.
By Naomisophy blog

Operatives of the Ogun State Security Network, Amotekun Corps have arrested a 30-year-old man, Felix Ikpeha for being in possession of three bloodstained wet female pants.

The arrest was gathered to have taken place in Imo-Ayo community, Ajibawo Atan Ota in the Ado-Odo/Ota local Government Area of the state.

The state Commander of the corps, David Akinremi, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday in Abeokuta.

Akinremi said the suspect who is an indigene of Warri in Delta State was arrested following an alarm raised by some members of the community who suspected his movement.

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/10/13/ogun-amotekun-arrest-man-with-bloodstained-female-pants/

BREAKING: Appeal Court Sets Nnamdi Kanu Free

The Appeal Court sitting in Abuja has discharged the embattled leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu

Kanu is being prosecuted by the Federal Government at the Federal High Court in Abuja for 15 count charges bordering, including treasonable felony and terrorism, offences he allegedly committed in the course of his separatist campaigns.

The court held that the 15-count charge preferred against Kanu did not disclose the place, date, time and nature of the alleged offences before being unlawfully extradited to Nigeria in clear violation of international treaties.

The court further held that the Federal Government failed to disclose where Nnamdi Kanu was arrested despite the grave allegations against him.

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/10/13/breaking-appeal-court-sets-nnamdi-kanu-free/

1.2bn Euros Fighter Jet Expense Is Unacceptable, Assist Local Manufacturers To Produce, Create Job Opportunities- Comr. Prince Saviour Tells FG.

By Onome Naomi Onojaefe

Comrade Prince Saviour Iche
National president Ambassadors for peace and Enlightenment Foundation ( voice of the voiceless) tells FG to look into the plight of Nigerians instead of creating a misplaced priority to further foster bad leadership example.

He said that the masses needs a changed and reliable government noting that the president's recent expense to the tune of 1.2bn Euros to buy fighter jets from italy when there is inflation in the country is overwhelming and unacceptable. We are not in a war with other nations, all that he had acquired since the inception of his administration hasn't been put into use effectively...or should we expect to hear war songs soon, is he trying to indirectly tell us something, Saviour queried.

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My husband sexually harasses our daughters, threatens to kill me if I stop him- woman cries out.

....Man Arrested for sexually Harassing daughters, threatens to kill wife.
By Onome Naomi Onojaefe

Mr.Tony Aminu has been arrested on Friday October 7th, 2022 for sexually harassing daughters in the last 5 years, also threatens to kill wife for protecting their daughters from his intentions. While taken into custody, a search was conducted and he was found with charms he supposedly bought from dubai but wears about for yet unknown purposes.

Mrs Blessing Aminu told Naomisophyblog that she is married to a half caste of an igbo decent, had cried out to the public on the incessant sexual harassment her husband perpetrated on their first daughters.

The mother of 5 went on to narrate how on several occasions, her husband Mr. Tony Aminu who happens to be the father of their 5 children had continuously without control forcefully attempted severally to penetrate the girls.

Read more of this report and watch video on:
https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/10/11/my-husband-sexually-harasses-our-daughters-threatens-to-kill-me-if-i-stop-him-woman-cries-out/

Peter Obi Can’t Last For Five Minutes In Debate With Tinubu – Fani Kayode Attacks Obi

Who the hell is he and what does he know about anything other than misleading his gullible followers on social media and selling Tomato puree, Bournvita and toothpaste?

By Naomisophy blog

The Director of Special Media Projects and Operations and New Media for the Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign Council, Femi Fani-Kayode, has described Peter Obi as a mannerless, charlatan and a modern-day walking disaster.

The former Nigerian aviation minister in a series of tweets on his Twitter page attacked the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Obi, saying he cannot secure more than 4th position in the 2023 election.

He said, “You don’t respond to comments of presidential spokespersons because you are a mannerless dunce with low self-esteem and you have no answers.

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/10/08/peter-obi-cant-last-for-five-minutes-in-debate-with-tinubu-fani-kayode-attacks-obi/

Fidelity Bank to Showcase the Best of Nigeria’s Non-Oil Exports to International Markets.

By Onome Onojaefe
 
6 October 2022 – Lagos, Nigeria – In continuation of its bid to help Nigerian businesses compete favourably in international markets, leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced plans to host the maiden edition of the Fidelity International Trade and Creative Connect (FITCC).
 
Scheduled to hold on Tuesday, 15 and Wednesday, 16 November 2022 in London, United Kingdom, FITCC will host leading businesses, entrepreneurs, investors and regulators operating in the commodity, service, creative, fashion and fintech sectors in Nigeria, the United Kingdom and the wider European market, to promote Nigeria’s Non-Oil Exports and facilitate integrations to global supply-chain networks via partnerships, co-creation opportunities and foreign direct investments.
 
In a chat with journalists on the initiative, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Fidelity Bank Plc, Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe stated, “FITCC is the next step in a series of activities we organized over the years to promote exportation in Nigeria. As a Bank, we started out by investing heavily in growing local capacity and providing funding options for exporters. Over the years, we have remained committed to promoting non-oil exports from Nigeria, and through the FITCC, we are opening new opportunities in the international markets for Nigerian exporters and contributing positively to the growth of our economy. Leveraging this platform, we will connect local businesses to importers and investors in the United Kingdom and Europe.”

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/10/06/fidelity-bank-to-showcase-the-best-of-nigerias-non-oil-exports-to-international-markets/

NEWS:Our Rally for Obi-Datti is a Revolution, Not a Mere March

Coordinator for the Obi Datti support group in Alimosho, Malachy Anayochukwu , KSM, has described the Oct
1st 5million man march for Peter Obi as a revolution powered by the people.
Addressing the media during the massive political procession which began at Maryland just like other rallying points in Lagos, he said the revolutionary but peaceful March was a signal that Nigerians are tired of suffering , and also tired of those created the pain in the land.
Malachy who holds a chieftaincy title as Nwajiaku 1 added that Nigeria had been in captivity in the hands of evil leaders , that the end of their grip has come.
Similarly, Chief Akurulo 1 of Ukpor posited that Nigerians can no longer hide their anger over the pains caused by the evil gang in leadership.
Finally, Chief Malachy hinted that bad leadership which has brought kidnapping, banditry, terrorism, high level prostitution, robbery, hunger, etc will be over with the rising of the people, stressing that Nigeria will work again and take back its position as the giant of Africa.

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Princess loveline Agbonifo

Progressive Women In Media Celebrates Nigerian Independence @62.

By Onome Naomi

The August gathering of progressive women in media to commemorate Nigerian Independence celebration @62 was made colourful and eventful with dignitaries and veterans in the media sector in attendance.

The event commenced with an array of educative interactions ranging from introduction of members, presentation of health topics to enhance healthy lifestyle by Pharm. Gbemisola Ashade, work ethics, social discuss, interractive sessions, photograph sessions, cutting of independence cake and lots of entertainment.

The President of the Association Princess Lilian Odumosu gave an opening speech with the Theme: Progressive Women in Media, Uniting the Nation. She noted that the organisation has put together the event to promote and introduce the association to the world, to showcase a group of women who are proficiently doing well in the media and should be heard.

She further stated that there is a need to maintain a balance in sustainance amidst a failing system due to poor leadership, security challenges rocking the country, increase in crime rates, currency devaluation amongst the many other heart wrenching situations arising.

Despite the many problems the country is facing, there are credible persons who can still do things rightly without prejudices or inconsistencies, personalities who believes in unity as a stronghold in keeping the Nation at peace while building hopes and changing lives positively, Comr. Lilian noted.

Naomi Sophy Blog reports that the organisation had in it's own capacity put together women of esteemable value in the media sector to be a part of the fast growing reputable consortium of media practitioners who are outstanding in their professional practices to promote communication.

Mummy Julie coker, a veteran broadcaster made an open discuss about how she was able to succeed in the media industry, challenges encountered and the accomplishment achieved afterwards. She adviced all to persevere as well as imbibe diligence to work for a better result. Mrs. Helen Odeleye, a reputable media personnel also encouraged women to keep being resilient to work as she appreciates the organisation for the coordination of the event.

The event was an avenue for women in media to share experiences, discuss challenges in the profession and ways forward towards achieving results in capacity building while looking forward to activities abounding as the organisation progresses in age, scope and status quo.

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/10/03/progressive-women-in-media-celebrates-nigerian-independence-62-by-onome-naomi-the-august-gathering-of-progressive-women-in-media-to-commemorate-nigerian-independence-celebration-62-was-made-col/

Court Nullifies Nomination Of Oyetola As APC Governorship Candidate.

By Naomisophyblog

A Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday, nullified the nomination of Governor Gboyega Oyetola and his Deputy, Benedict Alabi as candidates of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in the just concluded Gubernatorial elections in Osun.

Presiding Justice, Emeka Nwite, held that the nomination of Oyetola and his deputy was unlawful. The suit marked; FHC/ABJ/CS/468/2022, was filed by the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP and has Ex-Chairman of APC and Yobe Governor, Mai Mala Buni as one of the defendants.

Justice Nwite held that Oyetola and Alabi’s nomination was unconstitutional because Buni, who submitted their names to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, violated the provisions of Section 183 of the Constitution and Section 82(3) of the Electoral Act 2022.

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/09/30/court-nullifies-nomination-of-oyetola-as-apc-governorship-candidate/

. His Royal Highness Eze Boniface Chukwudi Oparaku, speaks on his coronation as Ezendigbo 1 of Abaranje/Okerube.


Speaking with the press on the day of his coronation after he was crowned as the Ezendigbo 1 of Abaranje/Okerube, he threw more lights on why he was been chosen as the Ezendigbo 1of Abaranje/Okerube, he said,that this is for the reason of his total commitment In handling the situations of the Igbo people in the community and also his high level relationship with the Yoruba's in the entire community of Abaranje/Okerube.
His Royal Majesty, Ezendigbo 1 of Abaranje, Eze Boniface Chukwudi Oparaku, Amoruoyenego 1, said you can only be a leader when you understand the pains and need of your people, Another is for you to also have what it take to give solutions and finally you will be ready to take them to their promise land in integrity as a leader and not a ruler. Stressing out the fact on his interest in politics as one who once contested a particular position before, he said as a traditional leader he will not say any thing about that, because he is now a father to all and will not choose one aganst another as a father to everyone. and for that he can not play politices.
His Royal Majesty who also talked about choosing his palace cabinet .when asked, said that he will set example of real Igbo culture for others to learn,that Abaranje and Okerube community will be a palace to learn Igbo culture. Stressing that the name of his palace is OBI-EGEDE and that made it different from others. He said his choosing of cabinet must be on screening and that is to say you must be a credible person of character and of good integrity, you must not be one with a questionable character, you must come from a good background and finally you must have something doing, to avoid nuisance in his palace.
His Royal Majesty said he is a man of different, and will make his people to know more of what they don't know. He promised to give them full leadership service and that he appreciates the igbo speaking people and their leaders for crowning him. though his selection among the Igbo speaking people in the community of Abaranje and Okerube in Ikotun Alimosho, is as a result of his good Will to humanity, that he never allows any problem that comes to him unsolved, and now is the time for him to do more.
Finally the Onowu of the palace High Chief Boniface Francis Omu Nna wnezue Aku 1 of Isi Ochi, have told the press that he has giving his promised to give the palace total support of service .
He also said that his happiness is for this reason, his Majesty Amoruoyenego1 Eze Chukwudi Oparaku is the youngest among the Eze's in lagos and with different in all aspect .

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Blessing Akuekwe

A Human Rights Activist Amb.Tijani Sodik Oriyomi has called for the immediate removal of both the Nigeria's Minister of Education and his counterpart the Minister of Labour and Productivity.

By Ifeoma

Oriyomi, who is the Youth /Student Coordinator,Ambassador for Peace and Enlightenment Foundation made the call during a webinar held yesterday in Lagos, with the theme; Is There Solution To End Strike In Nigeria'

"The strike is eight months now, only God knows when it will end, we therefore, demand that the Ministers of Education and that of Labour be laid off with immediate effect.

"ASUU should stand on its grounds to fight this fight once and for all because is a national fight and national disgrace.

" Nations that are smaller than our country are now making a mockery of Nigeria because of the kind of leaders we have.

"This has brought national embarrassment to us and the president of Nigeria should render an apology to the youth, students and lecturers for all unfulfilled promises."

Angry Oriyomi who said that strike is another name for Nigeria education system advised all the higher institutions in Nigeria to add 'strike' as a course, since those in-charge cannot do the needful by acting on the agreement between the federal government and ASUU had under the same administration which promised Nigerians quality education.

"When individuals are finding solutions to end the strike, the federal government through the minister of Labour sued ASUU to court which is a bridge of contract and lack of trust because this was an agreement that was reached amicably without any problem.

"It is very shameful to have a country where the government does not take education serious, it is only the children of the politicians that are in school, they are being sent out of the country to study while ASUU is still on strike.

"The minister of education went out the country in the middle of ASUU strike crises to celebrate his child's graduation in London.

" This is the same with other top office holders, even the one number citizen of Nigeria whose wife travelled abroad to celebrate her daughter in law's graduation.

"This is to show that they don't care about what an ordinary man is going through, Nigeria, the giant of Africa has become a laughing stock.

"Nigeria which other countries look up to and called big brother is now a baby that is sucking feeding bottle.

He said that the quality of education in Nigeria has degenerated to where a five year course takes up to eight or nine years to graduate.


"It is unfortunate, the quality of education has been destroyed, our youths have no hope, still the leaders castigate them, what a nation?

"The system is becoming very boiling and look at those who just did their external examination that recorded a mass failure so they can be able to repeat next year and the money spent in WAEC is wasted .

NSCDC SEEKS PUBLIC ASSISTANCE ON A BABY ABANDONED BY  ITS MOTHER IN  A BUS.

By Onome Onojaefe

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps Anambra State Command  request the assistance of the public in locating the relatives, parents or mother of a baby boy estimated to be about a month old who was recovered by a staff of the Corps after being  abandoned seemingly by its mother  in a bus.
The baby was handed over to a staff of the Corps on the 6th of September 2022 at about 0900hrs  after the mother who she boarded same bus with  alighted at a   bus stop in a bid to ease herself along Ziks Avenue by Amawbia Correctional Service Awka.

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/09/20/nscdc-seeks-public-assistance-on-a-baby-abandoned-by-its-mother-in-a-bus/

NDLEA busts cocaine warehouse, seizes N193billion worth of crack, Arrests 4 drug barons, 1 other in Lagos.

By Naomisophyblog

In what appears to be the biggest singular cocaine seizure in the history of Nigeria’s premier anti-narcotic agency, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have busted a major warehouse in a secluded estate in Ikorodu area of Lagos where 1.8tons (1,855 kilograms) of the illicit drug worth more than Two Hundred and Seventy Eight Million Two Hundred and Fifty Thousand Dollars ($278, 250,000) equivalent of about One Hundred and Ninety Four Billion, Seven Hundred and Seventy Five Million (N194, 775,000,000) Naira in street value were seized.

At least, four drug barons including a Jamaican and the warehouse manager have been arrested in the well coordinated and intelligence led operation that lasted two days across different locations in Lagos state. Kingpins of the cocaine cartel in custody include: Messrs Soji Jibril, 69, an indigene of Ibadan, Oyo state; Emmanuel Chukwu, 65, who hails from Ekwulobia, Anambra state; Wasiu Akinade, 53, from Ibadan, Oyo state; Sunday Oguntelure, 53, from Okitipupa, Ondo state and Kelvin Smith, 42, a native of Kingston, Jamaica. They are all members of an international drug syndicate that the Agency has been trailing since 2018.

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Woman dies in a car crash while chasing husband, ‘side chick’

By Naomisophyblog

Maikano Hassan, Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Cross River, has confirmed a single incident that killed a middle-aged woman in Calabar on Sunday while she was pursuing her husband over his “mistress.”
The incident was caused by overspeeding, according to the Sector Commander who spoke on Sunday night.
He stated that an accident involving a Toyota Highlander on the Muritala Mohammed Highway in Calabar claimed the life of the lone female driver, who veered off the road and into a ditch by the road.

“Though the woman was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, she was said to have died a few minutes later due to the injury sustained from the incident,” he says.

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Celebration of the "Uwaji",Coronation of Chiefs by Eze Okpoko 1 of "Obi Eziokwu" palace, Ijegun Ijeododo(Photos).

By Onome Naomi

It was a memorable gathering of Royals,VIPs and dignitaries at the 1st Annual New Yam Festival of the "Obi Eziokwu" Palace ruled by Eze Dr. Chika Nwokedi, the Obi of Ijegun/Ijeododo community, Lagos on the 17th September, 2022. The event was chaired by High Chief Eddie Ifeanyi Ogiejiofor- "Ogbueyi Manyelugo of Nando" Dep. Comptroller Nigerian Immigration.

Dignitaries attended the colourful event from far and near to observe in celebration first of it's unique kind to be corroborated traditionally in display of the igbo culture in encomium and solidarity, an event which attracted indigenes of other culture and races.

The Royals and guest of honour at the event includes: The Eze lawrence, the Ezendigbo of Alimosho ,High Chief Eddie Ifeanyi Ogiejiofor- "Ogbueyi Manyelugo of Nando" Dep. Comptroller Nigerian Immigration ,Chinese Asuka Ogbuefi,Chief Sunday Eze- President of Igbo speaking community, Amb. High Chief Cyril Abananojie, Eze Njoku, Eze Emenike,High Chief Vitus Uzo Onwa, High Chief Sunny Akpoyibo, Dr. Chief Okechukwu Uzegbunam - Chairman Igbo Speaking community Igando/Ikotun amongst others.


There was a rich cultural display in significance to the "Uwaji" celebration with an array of programs ranging from the display of Masquerades, cultural music and dance, presentation of certificate awards and coronation of more chiefs into the Obi Ezioku palace of Ijegun/Ijeododo kingdom.

The Okpoko 1, Eze Chika inexplicably showed that culture is a way of life to be reckoned with as his palace and disposition was seen in the way of promoting culture and tradition to its fullest.


However, Eze Okpoko 1 at the start of the event coronated some more Chiefs into his palace as well as an official crowning of the prince and princess to also commemorate the event of the New Yam Festival. Some of those awarded certifications at the event includes dignitaries and some service Chiefs of the Nigerian Police who have done pretty well in managing the affairs of the people expertly without bias or cultural preferences or prejudices as well as proper management of duties or positions held.

When speaking with the press, Eze. Chika talked about the turnouts of events celebrated this year so far and how grateful he has been especially to people who have steadfastly attended his programs consecutively. He also expressed gratitude for the massive acceptance and regards he received so far from people who appreciates his good effort, satisfied with the fact that he is always set to achieve goals and make impacts as well as bring change into his environment and people.

He stated that It is the culture of an igbo man to eat yam in style as it springs up yearly, he promises to celebrate "Uwaji" annually every 3rd saturday of September as this is the first time he is celebrating the new yam festival as a king.

Nigerians should also learn that as a leader, learn to touch lives not minding what anybody thinks, when you are at the top you will become a topic, I've touched lives in different ways and there are testimonies to that as seen during testimonials at the event ground despite criticism from some fellow Royals, he said.

Lolo Pst.Tessy Chika Nwokedi, the eloquent queen of the Obi Eziokwu palace also had a chat with journalist on why people should embrace culture as a way of life and as it is, the aim and objectives of the palace is to stand for the truth at all times which includes doing what is right, some of which is seen during the New Yam festival event.

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SPEECH:
"EMBRACING CHANGE AND TRANSFORMATION IN SCHOOLS : THE ROLE OF STAKEHOLDERS" BEING A SPEECH PRESENTED
BY SUNDAY FOWOWE, NATIONAL PRESIDENT, ASSOCIATION OF NURSERY AND PRIMARY EDUCATION(ANPEIN) AT THE ANPEIN/ STAKEHOLDERS FORUM IN OSUN STATE.

It is important to state first and foremost that, for every Nigerian child, early years matter, and to produce and achieve right adulthood, there must be right early start in life.
The president stated the importance of the early years to children' lives, to the parents and the society at large.
It is now beyond debate, that a good beginning to life is well recognized, as the foundation for future development. And no doubt, it is beneficial to their health and well being throughout their life time.
Research evidence has also documented in many fields of study, that the care and support received by a child in terms of good health, nutrition, psycho-social care and protection are crucial in the formation and development of their intelligence, personality and social behaviour. It is therefore imperative at this juncture to state that, the holistic development of a child greatly dependent on multi-sectoral pursuits, converging interventions on health, nutrition, care, stimulation, protection and participation of the child. Don't be surprised in our association and discussions at this conference that , we shall refer to that convergence as LEARNINGplus (learning +). It is worthy to say here clearly that, programme of activities for children in the early years before compulsory schooling in Nigeria, are typically grouped under the terms - Nursery education, kindergarten education; Pre-school, etc and thereafter , the preparation for the formal schooling starts off .




We need state it unequivocally here that, most associations on children in Nigeria dwell more on pre schoolers and their teachers but ours ,combines pre school ,primary school and up to Junior school ( *BASIC EDUCATION*) You often hear people say teaching is an easy job and everyone can do it. This is a total wrong notion because, teaching is by far, one of the most complex professions that requires expertise and pedagogical skills in both teaching and protection/safety. It is not only important to process knowledge but the ability to impart knowledge and ensure the total development of children than anything else is equally imperative. Only a few people that are professionally trained can do the job in question effectively. If this is true of teaching, then establishment of this association is therefore premised on the fact that, an association in Nigeria that accommodates teacher-trainers (lecturers), Professional caregivers and teachers, researchers, in the field of nursery and basic education programmes is highly needed.
Thus, ANPEIN a national, not for profit generation, but professional association, supporting nursery and basic education instructors/teachers at all levels in their teaching and learning, protection of the rights of the children in Nigeria is therefore presented to the public.( OSUN STATE) officially today .
ANPEIN was established in 2016 to build a working relationship and network with the leading academics in Nigeria, international partners, NGOs, Science and ICT professionals and exemplary classroom researchers that will support professional caregivers, teachers and lecturers in discharging their duties in terms of teaching, researching and other protocols about childs well being.
Perhaps, it is instructive to highlight the specific Objectives and Functions here :
ANPEIN believes that the equation is simple for the rights of the children to be guaranteed and that education is the most basic insurance against poverty, ignorance and stagnancy. Education represents opportunity to survive, live a meaningful life. At all ages, it empowers people with the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to shape a better children.
The basic goal of the association for Nursery and Primary Education instructors (ANPEIN) is -Research, the application & implementation of research findings regarding children in (Nursery and Basic Education) for the effectiveness and the improvement of quality education for the young ones.
Classroom based research, focus on print and digital publications.
-An extensive program of continuous professional development trainings for members.
-Partnership with relevant agencies on project that will facilitate quality teaching and learning in our school system.
-To promote understanding and collaboration among researchers and professionals in Nursery and Basic Education.
-Facilitate exchange programs among member, schools, and higher institutions.
-Promote follow up programs for teachers, schools and higher institutions that are members
-Organise conferences, seminars, workshops, and round table discussions for the improvement of Nursery and Basic Education in Nigeria.
-Published books, journals, newsletters, pamphlets, magazines, e.t.c. on Nursery and Basic Education.
Participate in local, national and international conferences in accordance with association's aims and objectives.
I seize the opportunity of today to state the Vision Statement:
-Eradication of all inhibiting factors, militating against the growth and development of the Nigerian child.
The Mission Statement too is hereby produced:
-To utilize research findings as advocacy tool to protect the conventional rights of the child and sensitize the society and other policy makers on the state of childrens education in Nigeria with a view to assisting in their development
-To utilize research findings and appropriate technology as strategic tool for training and development of caregivers, teachers, parents and even teachers’ educators in order to strategically develop sound professionals for improved and quality childhood education entrenchment in Nigerian society.
Our Goal too is to support children's desire to be life-long learners (LLL) through pedagogical programmes and protection schemes for their parents, teachers, caregivers and school administrators.

Pay attention to our Slogan/Motto as it
- Provides quality trending for children in education and healthy development.
Our anthem is unique:
ANPEIN is a child protection agent
We are caregivers and teachers in all ramifications
We promote EFA, MDGs and SDGs and other
Conventions and protocols about Nigerian children.
We train and build lives and chart ways for the future leaders.
Great caregivers, Great Teachers! Great Educators,
We are not discriminatory,
We encourage the vulnerable, the disadvantaged and
The neglected and we love the profession we are in.For avoidance of doubt and clarification purposes ,the functions of the association see presented once again to the good people of Osun State:
-The functions of the association include the followings amongst others:
-Bridging the gap among the educational theories, policy and practice, to ensure the inclusion of research on children in indigenous minority communities, children with disabilities, children in emergencies, rural and remote areas and children in conflict and post conflict situations.
Organizing workshops, conferences, seminars and round-table, discussions for all categories of professionals about holistic development of children.
We are in Osun for the 2nd National conference in year 2022 and hopes to go back to Lagos for the 3rd National conference by His grace .
Part of our responsibilities amongst others are :
-Conducting participatory research on new trending in childrens education and their rights.
-Expanding and improving comprehensive childhood education and its care especially for the most vulnerable and disadvantaged.
-Disseminating of research findings to end users (caregivers, teachers, schools, policy markers, e.t.c.) for appropriate implementation.
-Synergizing with relevant international partners, NGOs, ministries, educational boards for result oriented programmes.
-Liaising with relevant institutions (teacher training institute or faculties, NGOs, international partners, etc.) for pre-service and in-service training for the caregivers, teachers, etc and home schoolers, etc.
-Engaging the service of seasonal scholars from both corporate and public worlds as facilitators at workshops, conferences, e.t.c.
On a final note , I sincerely appreciate the LOC chairman who doubles as the State Coordinator, *Dr Ola - Alani Eniola Keji /* ,the Secretary , Dr Odekunle O A and the indifatigable member of the LOC ,Mrs Damilola Olujide -Ojo for the yeo-man job ,you guys did .I am proud of you all
To all the participants here , you are the reason where we are today and I charge you to prepare to attend the 3rd National conference next year .
Long live ANPEIN
Long live Osun State
Long live Nigeria


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Widow, Son begs LASG in sympathy as their impounded vehicle is being auctioned.

By Naomisophyblog

A 49-year-old widow, Dorothy Dike and her son, Osinachi Ndukwe, wept profusely as their only vehicle which they acquired at the rate of N1.8.million on hire purchase, was being auctioned for N450,000. Recall that earlier today, the Lagos State Government through its Ministry of Justice and The state Taskforce, organised the public auction of over 134 abandoned and forfeited vehicles, at Lagos State Task Force’ headquarters, Alausa, Ikeja, where a crowd of auctioneers, agents, buyers and vehicle owners tried to outwit one another....

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/09/16/widow-son-begs-lasg-in-sympathy-as-their-impounded-vehicle-is-being-auctioned/

Routine Visit: Eze CC Nwokedi, cabinet members appreciates Lagos Police, displays magnanimity.

By Onome Onojaefe

Lagos police receives the Okpoko 1 of Ijegun Ijeododo alongsides cabinet members of his palace today 13th, September 2022.

The first point of visit for Eze.Dr. CC Nwokedi and his entourage was the Airport Police command where he was received warmly by men of the command.

Due protocol was observed by all present at the little gathering as the spokesperson for the host of the Igwe, ACP Oliver Ezirem...AC OPS started off with introduction of officers as well as welcome the Igwe and his cabinet.

While speaking with those present to receive him, Eze Chika Nwokedi, Okpoko 1 of Ijegun/Ijeododo gave a brief summary of how he had come to love and appreciate the Nigerian police for efforts so far in discharging their duties. He further showed his usual act of philanthropy by giving out gifts as well as helping with some concerns raised in the smooth running and development of the command for proper coordination.

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/09/13/routine-visit-eze-cc-nwokedi-cabinet-members-appreciates-lagos-police-displays-magnanimity/

Peter Obi talks about warnings for his safety, Advices supporters not to take undue risk.

By Naomisophyblog

The Presidential aspirant of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi had an interview on 11 September,  where he talked about how the Nigerian youths and people should not be sentimental while picking a leader for her nation, but pick someone who is ready to handle the country.

Speaking in the Interview, Mr. Peter Obi further revealed how people had cautioned him regarding the safety of his life as the 2023 general elections is fast approaching. Mr. Peter Obi's reply to these people who were cautioning him was that he was still moving, and doesn't know when he was going to leave this earth.

Peter Obi revealed this as he recalled how people thought a plane he boarded to the United Kingdom would crash due to some technical issues, but he still remained calm.

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/09/12/peter-obi-talks-about-warnings-for-his-safety-advices-supporters-not-to-take-undue-risk-for-him-video/

Ubah’s Aide Narrates How The Senator Escaped Assassination Attempt, Reveals Name Of Victim

Media assistant to Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, Mr Kameh Ogbonna, has narrated how the Federal Lawmaker representing Anambra South at the Red Chamber escaped the onslaught by gunmen.

Not less than five persons were feared dead after gunmen opened fire on the convoy of the  Senator at Nkwo Enugu Ukwu, Njikoka local government area of the state at about 1700hrs today, Sunday September 11th, 2022.

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/09/11/ubahs-aide-narrates-how-the-senator-escaped-assassination-attempt/

Europe’s Call for Medical Cannabis Sees South Africa Firm Thrive

SafriCanna has sold its production for 2023 in advance

Company plans to increase production fivefold by 2024


Booming demand for medicinal cannabis from Europe to Australia has seen a South African producer sell all of its output for next year in advance.
SafriCanna signed sale deals with Germany and Australia for the bulk of the production, Bassim Haidar, chief executive officer of its largest investor, Optasia, said in an interview. The company started construction of its facilities in the capital, Pretoria, in 2019 and shipped its first flowers in June.

In the same month, it agreed with German-based DEMECAN to supply medicinal cannabis flowers.

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/09/11/europes-call-for-medical-cannabis-sees-south-africa-firm-thrive/

Brazilian returnee excretes 92 wraps of cocaine at Abuja airport as NDLEA arrest pregnant female drug dealer in Edo, Others.

....As NDLEA intercepts US-bound Meth consignments, Akuskura going to Saudi

By Naomisophyblog

A Brazilian returnee and father of two, Okolie Paulinus Nwabueze has been arrested at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, NAIA, Abuja by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, for importing Ninety Two (92) wraps of cocaine, which he ingested and eventually excreted after days under observation in the Agencys facility.

The 53-year-old trafficker who hails from Mmaku village, Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State was arrested on Friday 2nd September upon his arrival on Qatar Airline flight enroute Brazil-Doha-Abuja. He claimed to have left Nigeria to Mozambique in 2004 and finally relocated to Brazil in 2017, where he obtained a residence permit before deciding to import the illicit substance for a $4,000 fee.

In the same vein, a 42-year-old man, Aliyu Bello Kwasare, has been arrested at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, MAKIA, Kano, for attempting to export a consignment of new psychoactive substance, Akuskura, to Saudi Arabia.

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/09/11/brazilian-returnee-excretes-92-wraps-of-cocaine-at-abuja-airport-as-ndlea-arrest-pregnant-female-drug-dealer-in-edo-others/

We abduct and send children to Abuja orphanage homes to attract Funds from NGOs- Two Child Traffickers in Jos confesses, escapes jungle justice.

By Naomisophyblog

Operatives of the Plateau State Police Command have arrested two suspected child traffickers who escaped being lynched by irate mob in Tundun Wada, Jos North local Government Area of the state.

Addressing newsmen in Jos on Friday, the State Commissioner of Police, CP Bartholomew Onyeka, said acting on a tip-off that two suspected child traffickers were about to be lynched, a patrol team led by a Divisional Police Officer (DPO)moved to the scene and rescued the suspects.

On interrogation, the suspects identified Dickson and Gatuso, confessed that sometime in the month of July 2022, they were contracted by one Jennifer to abduct and send children to an orphanage home in Abuja for the purpose of attracting funds from Non-Governmental Organisations(NGOs).

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/09/09/we-abduct-and-send-children-to-abuja-orphanage-homes-to-attract-funds-from-ngos-two-child-traffickers-in-jos-confesses-escapes-jungle-justice/

Drama!! Woman rescued from Saudi Arabia aggressively confronts agent who trafficked her on arrival, spotted her amongst the lot( Video)

By Naomisophyblog

The angry and teary woman had just been received by her family and friends at the airport when she set her eyes on the fellow woman who allegedly caused her predicament. While interacting with the loved ones and expressing relief from the alleged torture that she had suffered in the United Arab Emirates, the agent was also among the crowd and the woman spotted her....

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https://naomisophyblog.com.ng/2022/09/09/drama-woman-rescued-from-saudi-arabia-aggressively-confronts-agent-who-trafficked-her-on-arrival-spotted-her-amongst-the-lot-video/