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Distinguished young entrepreneur and Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chief Amobi Godwin Ogah turns 40 today being the 6th June, 2020.

At the  youthful age of 40 Chief Amobi Ogah has shone like a Golden Fish and has continued to soar to an enviable position far above his peers. His accomplishments cuts across the business and political landscapes, such that many politicians including business entrepreneurs crave to attain his position.

Many politicians aspire to be like him. Some envy his influence. But, the road to success  is not paved with roses. How many of them can pay the price to pass theough the same furnace?

Chief Amobi Godwin Ogah,accomplished  entrepreneur, philanthropist and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is a man of significant  struggles and exploits, who has journeyed the thorny path to eminence.

His courage, agility, concordance, foresight, zeal, vibrance , intuition,  tolerance, forebearance, focus, and risk taking are legendary . The strength of this budding and youthful political leader rests  in his progressive minded nature , entrepreneurship , empowerment, capacity to mobilize at the grassroots, belief in the strength of youths, generosity, honesty ,  rule of law and his undiluted passion for public welfare.

The chronicle of the enthralling growth of the All Progressives Congress in Abia State will be incomplete without the mentioning of Chief Amobi Ogah due to his immense contributions to the party in the state, most especially in isuikwuato, umuneochi LGA where he hails from.

Since joining the APC  in 2015 Amobi has devoted and still devoting his unflinching commitment to the party's efficacy in the state which includes his material,intellectual and financial resources. 

He has remained undaunted in building the party at the grassroots level in his constituency and the state at large  vis a vis his empowerment, philanthropic and job creation initiatives.

Born today in 1980, Amobi ogah, sits as  the Chief Executive Officer of Pauli mama Group of Companies with interests in Oil and Gas, Departmental Stores , Eatery, Agriculture, Construction, Fashion, Hospitality ,Oil Haulage Company and LPG.

The successful young entrepreneur is an employee of labour amongst other companies as the his  Pauli-Mama group has over 3000 direct and indirect workers. 

Amobi Ogah, a committed advocate  of continuous education, after his primary and post primary education, studied Economics. In his quest for more knowledge he bagged various professional certificates in addition to the various local and international conferences he has attended aimed at  enriching his intellect.

The consummate Economist and successful industrialist  bagged his Executive MBA professional qualification in addition to his membership of chattered institute of Economics.

When it comes to philanthropy Chief  Amobi created the Amobi Ogah Foundation through which countless number of  youths have been empowered by skill acquisition, job facilitation, financial support, just to mention a few.

Chief Amobi inspired by his passion for the development of youths has been providing assistance to lots of youths in isuikwuato, umuneochi LGA and Abia State at large in the various fields they wish to embark on.

The elderly are not also left behind as the Amobi Ogah Foundation  has been of immerse contribution towards the empowerment of elderly women and men  across and within Abia State.

Chief Amobi also known as the Grassroots Mobilizer, since joining the APC has taken the party in Abia from zero to a significant level which was eminently  reflected in the increased number of votes cast in the last general election. 

His UGO Abia political structure is fast becoming a political house hold in the state and beyond has also spurred  the membership drive of the APC in Abia State.

Chief Amobi has undertaken many tasks for the APC in both the state and  at national levels which are not limited to being an executive organizing committee member of  the APC Presidential and Governahip rallies in Abia State. He has also participated in various committees at the National level.

Without dispute, Amobi is critical to future political leadership assignments.  he's an exemplary personality who exudes the characteristics of how political leaders should emerge by having viable source of living before venturing into politics.

He may have become the main issue in Abia  politics as many expect him to play greater roles. The question therefore, is whether you are with him or not.

The young dexterous political mobiliser cum entrepreneur contested to represent the good people of Isuikwuato/Umunneochi at the House of Representatives in the 2019  general elections.

Prior to his formal declaration the young entrepreneur and politician had received numerous endorsements from various socio-political groups as the right man to take over the advocacy affairs of Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal constituency at the green chambers.

In what can be described as the icing on the cake was when the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Isuikwuato local government area of Abia state unanimously endorsed his candidacy.

To the admiration of all, Chief Amobi formally presented himself to embark on a Salvation Journey to the Federal House of Representatives Isuikwuato/Umunneochi  at a grand declaration rally held on August 6 2019.

The ever-pragmatic Chief Amobi  attracted distinguished party stakeholders to grace the rally which was a very rare feat. The massive rally had the attendance of former governor of the state, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, APC National Vice Chairman South East Emmanuel Omachkwu, APC State Working Committee members, APC Abia North Zonal Chairman Chief Chris Ajah and other party leaders including friends and supporters.

Chief Amobi’s grand rally sent a strong statement that he is fully in ground and in direct touch with his people . This was as result of the unprecedented mammoth crowd that besieged the rally ground.

Chief Amobi can be described in many ways as a determined young man, highly intellectual, amiable and distinctively pragmatic in his approach. He is a 21st century politician whose ideals are people centric, a bridge builder and has constantly been building bridges between the people of Isuikwuato/Umunneochi. This has earned him uncommon love and adoption from both Isuikwuato and Umunneochi at the grassroots know especially amongst the youths.

Chief Amobi iyoung man whose innate " humility" despite his wealth and affluence knows no bounds. The pragmatic intellectually sound young man whose political renaissance has become a household brand in not just Isuikwuato/Umunneochi but Abia State.

The political career of Amobi has continued to project with rocket speed and his massive influence in the APC has shown no stoppage sign. His 2019 aspiration  can be described as a game changer in the Abia Political sphere due to so many reasons.

When it comes to leadership Chief Amobi jauntily possesses three major characteristics that makes him a Golden Fish which: Youthful , Established employer of Labour and Leadership skilled  and an unrivaled modest character. Amobi is a leader who sees himself as every other person. His commitment to the development of the party at all the ward levels has been very commendable and I can say confidently that he has paid his dues. 

He demonstrates a peripatetic attitude in search of progress for the sake of the welfare of people. Chief Amobi also possesses a highly distinguished human relation approach with the ability to keep in touch with people and relate with everyone around him on the same level regardless of age, sex, religious, tribal or economic differences despite is wealth and pedigree as if they are the same.

He comes with a burning desire for humanitarian and  public service. He is a man of high rectitude who would rather “teach you how to fish rather than give you fish” this is based his empowerment ideology. It is on record that Chief Amobi Godwin. Little wonder his name has become a recurring decimal in the political space of Abia.

As he celebrates his 40th birthday today, the astute bussiness man and politician  will again be on the frontline of discussions.

However, Amobi  and his associates will not roll out drums. There will be no event to celebrate and honour the young leader, seasoned business man and progressive arrowhead  due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

Amobi will today be in deep thoughts  as regards the welfare of his people he will be neck-deep in brainstorming and problem solving. 

Today's celebrant  encapsulates the time-tested philosophy of service premised on the evergreen populist welfare. It  is driven by the permanent and non-negotiable devotion to the creed of progressive welfarism in a polity still struggling to resolve the multiple crises of nation-building.

The successful  employer of labour  is always bubbling with energy, zeal, enthusiasm and optimism. This may have been bedrock of his successes in his chosen fields of endeavor. There is no evidence to show that Amobi Ogah  was born with a silver spoon in his mouth.

Amobi ogah was unanimously bestowed  with a chieftaincy title by the Ezes in the 24 Communities in Uturu as the AGU N’ECHE IBE 1 of Uturu Ancient Kingdom. He also received so many community service awards which include the Gold services award by Rotary Club International Etc.

Today is to celebrate a man who has confronted many obstacles with uncanny boldness and bravery on the long, narrow and tortious path to limelight, and survived through the dint of hard work and divine grace.

The consummate politician understands, not only the language of politics, which, is a great deal of struggle, competition and antagonism, but also the logic of power,  which in his consistent view, is not served a la carte.
, and reconciliation. He is ready to bow to superior arguments and has a listening ear.

The celebrant will remain in the spotlight in a very long time to come and is indeed a man to watch , he is no doiubt a source of inspiration to the younger generation. His  pedigree, sagacity, tenacity of purpose, hard work, resilience, courage and loyalty to worthy progressive will continue to serve as sources of inspiration to the younger generation in the vineyard of people-oriented, welfarist politics.

Born in Onuaku Uturu, in Isuikwuato LGA, Abia State, Amobi Ogah is married to his beautiful wife Lolo Onyekachukwu Maureen Ogah and they are blessed with four lovely children.

As tributes pour in today for Amobi Ogah as he turns 40 it is rest assure that  it is just beginning and the best is yet to come . 

Happy Birthday Amobi Ogah.

Kenneth C Udeh writes from Abuja 
gwogwounited@gmail.com

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Prophet Joshua Arogun who predicted the release of former Governor of Abia State , Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and victory of President Muhammadu Buhari in the 2015 general election has again insisted that Buhari’s successor is a former governor from the South who was held in prison and from all indications, he is referring to Senator Orji Uzor Kalu.

Arogun , who is the General Overseer of Light of the World International Church, Lagos, stated this on Sunday during the church’s ministration service.

He said most people’s hearts has become so hardened that they question prophecies. He also said his obligation is to release God’s revelations to him with no personal feelings attached to it .

“Whenever I pray and get revelations on the polity of Nigeria, I find it difficult to tell my members because of it’s sensitivity. But because I am not accountable to humans but God , I have a duty to do as directed in spirit. Some months ago , I got a revelation that a former governor from the south who was in prison will be the next president of this country . I remember feeling very reluctant delivering that message but I had to do the will of the Father. While we were praying this morning, the same message came again. There is this connection I keep seeing: former governor- prison-president and he is from the South.

“May God’s will be done and May His will be favourable to mankind.” He prayed



Recall that on March 1, Prophet Joshua had made controversial revelations during his church service when he said , “I am a prophet of God and by the grace of God, anything the Lord tells us comes to pass because we hear from Him; we don’t hear from men. We don’t rely on public opinion for prophesies. We are not afraid of what people will say when such prophesies are given to us to tell the people. When we hear from the Lord, we tell people no matter how it is interpreted. It is left for people to take it.

“Before the 2015 election, God told me that Buhari would win ; . And God told me a lot of things about Buhari. It is He that anointed him to be the president and there is no questions about that. No one can change it . The people can hate him: the people can reject him but God has ordained him, and there is something about God. When He says that you would be this, no man can change it. He does what pleases Him

“I got a revelation about Nigeria’s political dynamics in the next general election. I saw a man in Prison and this man has been a former Governor from the South East taking over from President Buhari . There is absolutely nothing one can do about someone’s destiny especially when sanctioned by God. Everything that happens in life is for a reason. I saw renewed alliances among the political class and across the political parties and I saw this country reuniting more than it has ever done before . God loves Nigeria so much. Nigeria is a big country, and is blessed with human and natural resources.” He said.


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Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu resumed normal legislative duties at the National Assembly complex on Tuesday, months after his incarceration at the Kuje correctional centre.

The former Governor arrived the Senate wing of the nation’s parliament at exactly 9:00am amidst Cheers from numerous legislative staff and security agencies.Kalu exchanged pleasantries with his colleagues and acknowledged greetings from other well wishers.

Speaking with Journalists before he proceeded to join his colleagues at the inner chamber, Kalu described his experience as an occurrence of fate , he expressed his gratitude to God and called for thanksgiving.

Responding to questions on the expectations of his constituents , Kalu said ” My people know that I was an action Governor and zina also going to be an Action Senator”.

The members of the Red chamber erupted in joyous mood as they sighted their colleague they took turns to exchange pleasantries with him.

After plenary Senator Orji Kalu was accompanied to his office alongside the Senate leader Dr. Yahaya Abdullahi and his Deputy Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi.

Senator Kalu was released after 6 months of incarceration at the Kuje Custodial Centre.

His conviction was, however, nullified by the Supreme Court on May 8th . A seven-member panel of the apex court, in a unanimous verdict delivered by Justice Ejembi Eko, invalidated the conviction.

Following the nullification of his conviction by the Supreme Court, the former governor filed an application at the federal court seeking an order for his release from the custody of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS), Kuje, Abuja.

Justice Mohammed Liman of the Lagos Division of the Federal High Court on Tuesday ordered the immediate release of Orji Kalu, a former governor of Abia State, from the custody of the Nigerian Correctional Service.

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The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives on Monday led a delegation of House of Representatives leadership to visit the Senate Chief Whip , Senator Orji Uzor Kalu in his Aso Villa residence , Abuja.

‘The Nigeria Daily’ gathered that Hon Nkiru Onyejeocha Deputy Chief Whip , Hon Benajmin Kalu Spokesman of the House , Hon. Alhasan Doguwa Majority Leader House of Representatives.

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President of the 9th Senate, Ahmad Lawan on Thursday night told the Senate Chief Whip, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu that he has a clean heart and that there are certain things God wants him to refill.

This is even as he urged Kalu to remain focused and not hold grudge against anyone for his incarceration...

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Following the order by Justice Mohammed Liman of the Lagos Division of the Federal High Court yesterday, to immediately release a former governor of Abia State and Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, from the custody of the Nigerian Correctional Service , journalists, photographers on Wednesday early morning besieged Kuje correctional centre for a first hand photo of the Senate Chief Whip who have been out of public sight for the past six months.

The Nigeria Daily gathered that Editors of top media houses have since yesterday mounted pressures on the Kuje Correctional Centre management to release date and time that the former Governor would leave Kuje.

However, the security personnels are yet to grant the newsmen access to the centre as they insisted on receiving no orders to do so.

Yesterday, The Public Relation Officer of the Service, Augustine Njoku, told The Nigeria Daily unless the Court ruling is transmitted to the service, the former governor would not be released..

Njoku said: “We cannot act on the basis of radio or television announcement on a Court order or ruling. The ruling will be communicated to us in form of warrant. This would be acknowledged and all other protocols and procedures would be followed.

Further details soon.

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A Chieftain of the ruling All Progressive Congres (APC) Honourable Chibuike Jonas has condemned Ex- Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, accusing him of recruiting protesters in Abuja for #2,000.

He dissociated the constituents of Abia North Senatorial Zone from the protesters under the aegis of Concerned Citizens of Abia North who were protesting outside the National Assembly on Tuesday asking the Senate President to declare vacant , the seat of the Senate Chief Whip, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, All Progressives Congress, APC, Abia North.

Addressing newsmen in Lagos, the APC Stakeholder accused the protesters of being sponsored by a “loser who has failed to accept defeat since last election ” . He said Ohuabunwa’s main agenda is to paint “Kalu in bad light” before the world.

The protest came on the day Federal High Court sitting in Lagos gave an order for immediate release of Kalu who has been in incarceration over an allegation by the Economic and Financial Crime Commission.

Hon. Jonas questioned the identity of the protesters who claimed to have come from the five local government areas in Abia North, saying that the existing ban on inter state movement makes the entire claim irresponsible and unbelievable.

He said that Kalu’s outstanding performance in his first year in Senate is far better than Ohuabunwa’s wasted years in the Senate.

His words: ” The people of Abia North are happy with Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s performance in the Senate. Even the few months he has been wrongly incarcerated, he has extended so much to Abians. Kalu’s constituency projects are laudable and many Abians would be embarrassed with Ohuabunwa’s desperation.

“How can a man who was sacked for doing nothing for his constituents as Senator be recruiting people who doesn’t even know where Abia North is located, to protest against the Senator representing the zone?

“Senator Ohuabunwa should swallow his pride and desist from unnecessary distractions because the people of Abia Abia North have great confidence in Kalu and that is why we elected him . Paying people #2,000 each to mount a protest is useless and waste of time.

He warned that Ohuabunwa should rather channel his energy on things that would add value to his family since according to him, Ohuabunwa wasted the chance and mandate earlier given to him by the people of Abia North.

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The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has given an order for the immediate release of the former Governor of Abia State and Chief Whip of the Senate, Dr Orji Uzor Kalu from Abuja correctional centre

Justice Mohammed Liman gave the order in an ex-parte ruling on Tuesday afternoon after listening to the suit filed by the legal team of the former governor Led by Lateef Fagbemi (SAN).

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https://thenigeriadaily.com/2020/06/02/breaking-federal-high-court-orders-immediate-release-of-orji-kalu/

Chairman of Dialogue Group in Kaduna, Alhaji Mohammed Mahadi Shehu, has lamented the deep ethno-religious divisions in the country, stating that breaking up the nation may not be such a bad idea.

The prolific writer and public speaker stated that the amalgamation of the Northern and Southern protectorates by the British in 1914 was a huge mistake...

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The Coalition of Public Interest Lawyers and Advocates has, again, asked the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to revisit a case of alleged forgery and financial crimes involving the Minister of State, Mines and Steel, Uchechukwu Ogah.

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THE House of Representatives on Tuesday urged the Federal Government to set up a strategic N15 billion Coronavirus Emergency Fund for universities and other tertiary institutions...

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The Senate yesterday passed for second reading a bill seeking to amend the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development Act 2010.

The proposed amendment, according to the objectives of the bill, is to boost local content and strengthen the economy.

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National chairman of the APC, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole has finally consolidated his grip on the party national secretariat as opposing forces in the national leadership of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC appeared to have sheathed their swords as Oshiomhole’s preferred candidated Arc. Waziri Bulama on Monday emerged as acting National Secretary of the party....

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Police authorities and officials of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) are looking for a Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), who tested positive for COVID-19, but fled when a team came to evacuate him at the weekend.

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Buba Galadima, a former ally of President Muhammadu Buhari, says Sani Abacha, the late military dictator, was advised to save enough money for Nigeria abroad.

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The federal government yesterday has said it is impressed over Saudi Arabia’s recent voluntary cut in its crude oil production by over one million barrels per day, to further reduce the impact of the current glut in the international market.

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Friday June 5, 1998, was a cool bright day. Before we left the Villa, the Press Corps was informed that the leader of the Palestinian Liberation Organisation, Yasser Arafat, would be making a brief stop-over at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, enroute Morocco. And he was expected to hold a brief discussion with the General Sani Abacha. We were therefore expected to be at the airport to cover the event on Sunday, June 7. It was a topical assignment in view of Nigeria’s neutral position in the Middle East conflict. Besides, the rest of us were keen to meet Mr. Arafat, the man at the centre of the storm...

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The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), on Wednesday, announced the appointment of Ambassador Ibrahim Agboola Gambari as his new Chief of Staff.
Below are 10 things you should know about the new CoS:


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It was earlier reported that some African countries have ordered Covid Organics, the herbal remedy from Madagascar. Of all the African countries that have ordered the herbal remedy, Gambia and Senegal scientist have approved the herbal drink for cure of the coronavirus.

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The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has joined other Nigerians to warn against the supposed imposition of the proposed Control of Infectious Disease Bill, which seeks to compel Nigerians to embrace vaccination and other prophylaxis against COVID-19.

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Nigeria's apex court has continued to receive commendations over its Friday's verdict that quashed the judgement that convicted and sentenced the Chief Whip of the Senate , Senator Orji Uzor.

Latest among the commendations is from Eminent business tycoon and Philanthropist Chief Amobi Ogah. The Abia born politician described the judgement as historical which would further strengthen the nation's judicial system.

"Yesterday's supreme judgement corrected a grave error that was initially committed by Court of Appeal and it has restored the confidence of Nigerians in our country's judiciary" said Amobi.

The APC stalwart likened Dr. Kalu's five months imprisonment to the political travails passed through by the late Nelson Mandela. He said that Kalu's experience in prison is a preparation for a greater national assignment .

In a statement he personally signed and issued to the press, Ameobi said Orji Kalu is a great leader whom he has worked closely with for years. He further described Senetor Kalu as his personal friend who he holds closely to his heart.

The statement reads "The judgement of the Supreme Court has further rekindled the hope and trust of all Nigerians in its judiciary. I commend all the presiding judges who gave the landmark ruling. This will further strengthen our nation's court apparatuses.

Nigerians who believe in justice and fairness have continued to express their joy and satisfaction over the ruling. Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu is the light of the Igbo nation and of course a leadership ICON in our great nation. He is the leader of the All Progressives Congress in the entire South East Nigeria, I am glad that the injustice matted on him has been corrected.

Senator Orji Kalu’s travails is a political metamorphosis that will prepare him adequately for a greater further national assignment. Kalu's has been equipped with life lessons which came at no better time than now.

Senator Kalu represents the face of Nigeria's unity, he's release will further make him continue he's delivery of quality representation to his people and all Nigerians."

Amobi also commended the leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth council and the Arewa Youth Consultative forum for their patriotic role which was nobly displayed which severed as catalyst for the release of the Senate Chief Whip from incarceration.

Recall that the Federal High Court sitting in Lagos had on December 5, 2019 sentenced Kalu to 12 years’ imprisonment for N7.2 billion fraud and money laundering. The court convicted Kalu on all the 39 counts preferred against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) charge. Kalu was charged alongside the former director finance in the state, Jones Udeogo, and his company, Slok Nig. Ltd.

While Kalu and his company were found guilty of all the 39 counts, Udeogo was convicted on 34 counts and sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment. The court ordered that Slok Nigeria Limited be wound up and its assets forfeited to the federal government.

However, the apex court, in a unanimous decision by a seven-man panel of Justices led by Justice Amina Augie, held that the Federal High Court in Lagos acted without jurisdiction when it convicted Kalu, his firm, Slok Nigeria Limited and former director of finance in Abia State, Jones Udeogu.

The apex court held that trial Justice Mohammed Liman was no longer a judge of the Federal High Court as at the time he sat and delivered the judgement that convicted the defendants. According to the Supreme Court, Justice Liman, having been elevated to the Court of Appeal before then, lacked the powers to return to sit as a High Court Judge.

It held that the Fiat that was issued to him by the Court of Appeal former President pursuant to section 396(7) of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act was ultra vires and inconsistent with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

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The Muslim Rights Concern, MURIC, on Friday criticized the current expulsion of almajiris from various Northern States to their States of origin due to the spread of COVID-19.

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As the coronavirus continue to spread, the Commissioner for Health Lagos State Prof Akin Abayomi, on Friday is estimating 120,000 cases across the state by July, August.

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The Niger State Government has described as fake, the video circulating on the social media, which alleged that the Covid-19 patient in the state protested poor condition of the quarantine facilities.

According to Dr M. M. Makusidi, the Niger state Commissioner for Health, the Niger State Task Force on COVID-19 after thorough investigation explained the video is an attempt to water down the frantic efforts the government is making towards combating the pandemic.

According to the Task Force, “There are two toilet facilties, one for females and one for Males. The isloation centre has 24 hours electricity, having been connected to a 33KVA and standby generator .

It explained further, “The relations of the patient did not want the woman to be quarantined. So, they started making trouble, demanding for her release. Out of mischief, they also went on to do a video in order to discredit the efforts of the state government.

“However, in line with the guidelines by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, both the woman and her brothers have been quarantined.”

The Task Force also reiterated that the woman who naturally should not have been in Niger State because of her condition, decided to leave Kano state on her own accord to seek medical attention in the state.

“Her reason for coming to Niger State according to her was because of her inability to access health care services in Kano State. So, she decided to contravene Niger COVID-19 Order and came back to Suleja, Niger state, but for the alertness of good spirited individuals who raised an alarm ,she was immediately picked up. Her relations however followed from Suleja in protest down to Minna,” the Task Force cleared.

It also pointed out that Niger state has well equipped Isolation/Quarantine Centres and those who are being quarantined are well Taken care of, describing those including media organisations who are circulating the purported video as mischief makers who would rather not see any good in what government is doing.

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The Ministry of Health has directed the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control to carry out necessary procedures for the assessment of a plant-based cough mixture to treat COVID-19 patients.

The Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Mashi Abdullahi, issued the directive in a memo with REF no. TCAM/077/I/65, addressed to the Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye...

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Nigeria’s case statistics as at close of day May 6 stood at 3,145 cases with 532 recoveries and 103 deaths. The latest figure indicates 195 new cases with the top three tallies from Lagos, Kano and Zamfara with 82, 30 and 19 cases respectively.

Meanwhile in the capital of Niger State, Minna; patients at a government treatment facility threatened....

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Tragedy broke out on Wednesday in Siun, along Abeokuta-Sagamu expressway when a 26-year-old man, Olajide Asade was crushed to death by a Mazda car.

It was gathered that, the accident occurred when the deceased was making a video call with his girlfriend while along the expressway.

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A Nigerian woman identified as Mugechi Monika, is of the opinion that God is angry with people using perfumes and deodorants.

According to Monika, people who wear perfumes are tormented by demons, and there is a spirit of pride in people who use perfumes and deodorants....

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The Ogun State Command have arrested two friend namely;Olobamoyo Tosin and Ogungbemi Gbenga, over the murder of a businesswoman, the duo have made startling confessions on how and why they carried out the dastardly act.

The deceased, Mrs. Evelyn Ebere, had left her Shagamu residence in Ogun State on March 10, 2020, for Ire-Ekiti, Ekiti State to purchase palm oil, but never returned home.

Worried over her prolonged absence her family reported the case to the Police, consequent upon which the Commissioner of Police, CP Kenneth Ebrimson, mandated the Anti-Kidnapping Unit to unravel the circumstance surrounding her disappearance.

During the course of the investigation, Gbenga, a cab driver said to have conveyed the woman on the day she was last seen, was arrested. During interrogation, he revealed how he and Tosin killed the businessman all in a bid to dispossess her of cash.

During the interrogation, Gbenga, said, “ I am the driver of a Toyota Carina car with registration number AGD 107 GU which the woman chattered to Ire-Ekiti, to buy 26 kegs of palm oil. My friend, Tosin, accompanied us. Halfway into the journey, we decided to rob the woman of the money she wanted to use in purchasing the palm oil. I drove her into the bush along Shagamu-Benin expressway and we collected N400,000 from her.

“We killed her because she knew us very well, being my regular customer. After killing her, we dumped her corpse in the bush”.

The Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abimbola Oyeyemi, who confirmed the arrest, said the suspects were picked from different locations, based on intelligence and technical investigation by operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit , led by the Commander, CSP Shobiyi Oluwatosin.

He said, “ The corpse has been recovered in the bush along Shagamu-Benin expressway and has been deposited at the general hospital morgue for autopsy. Meanwhile, the CP has ordered that the suspects be arraigned before a court of competent jurisdiction as soon as investigation is concluded and has also warned criminals to stay clear of Ogun State, as there won’t be any hiding place for them”.

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