TITOPE's Posts
Nairaland Forum › TITOPE's Profile › TITOPE's Posts
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 (of 10 pages)
 Politics › Former President Jonathan Explains Why He Left Guinea Bissau On Ivorian Aircraft by TITOPE(op): 6:56pm On Nov 28, 2025 |
Former President Jonathan Explains Why He Left Guinea Bissau on Ivorian Aircrafthttps://www.titopeblog.com/2025/11/former-president-jonathan-explains-why.html 47 Likes 4 Shares
|
| Foreign Affairs › Guinea-bissau’s Military Appointed A General As The Country’s New Leader by TITOPE(op): 4:01pm On Nov 27, 2025 |
https://www.titopeblog.com/2025/11/guinea-bissaus-military-appointed.html Guinea-Bissau’s military appointed a general as the country’s new leader for the duration of one year Thursday, a day after seizing power, arresting the president, and derailing the announcement of election results. After taking the oath of office in a ceremony at the military’s headquarters, General Horta N’Tam, chief of staff of the army, declared that “I have just been sworn in to lead the High Command,” AFP journalists observed. Having served until now as the chief of staff of the country’s army, N’Tam is considered to have been close in recent years with President Embalo. Lukuluku69 SlavaUkraini Mynd44 Seun Nlfpmod Lalasticlala
|
| Family › Re: New Parents’ Rules For Guests Visiting Their Newborn Baby Sparks Conversation by TITOPE(op): 3:15pm On Nov 27, 2025 |
| Family › New Parents’ Rules For Guests Visiting Their Newborn Baby Sparks Conversation by TITOPE(op): 1:57pm On Nov 27, 2025 |
New Parents’ Rules For Guests Visiting Their Newborn Baby Sparks Conversation New parents’ rules for guests visiting their newborn baby sparks conversationTitopeblog 6 Likes 2 Shares
|
| Politics › “I Don’t Go Alone” – Sheikh Gumi Clarifies Government Backing On Bandit Visits by TITOPE(op): 1:28pm On Nov 24, 2025 |
https://www.titopeblog.com/2025/11/i-dont-go-alone-sheikh-gumi-clarifies.html When I go, I go with the police. I don’t go alone. I go with the government. It’s not a one-man machine. I carry everybody along,” ~Sheikh Gumi defends visits to bandits. “When I go, I go with the police. I don’t go alone. I go with the government. It’s not a one-man machine. I carry everybody along." The basic reason for insecurity is lack of education and unemployment. These are the two evils." "So when I understand that our herdsmen are suffering from these two, you can imagine now, if we select maybe 10 people here, keep them with the cows alone, there's no communication to the outside world. "Come back in one year, and see how these 10 representatives will be. They will be mooing like a cow. If you don't give man education, you'll get nothing. "So I say, the best way to curb insecurity is to go and see the source of the insecurity. In trying to go there, and establish contact with them, and open channels for them to get educated, then it became a problem." Lukuluku69 SlavaUkraini Mynd44 Seun Nlfpmod Lalasticlala
|
| Politics › Terrorism: You’re Sick If You Ask Why’re Pastors Not Talking— Apostle Suleman by TITOPE(op): 8:33pm On Nov 23, 2025 |
The General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries, Apostle Johnson Suleman, has cautioned those who routinely blame Christian clerics whenever incidents of terrorism or violent att+cks occur in the country. Speaking during a church service, Suleman expressed frustration over what he described as an unfair pattern of accusing pastors of silence each time insecurity escalates. “You see all the attacks that are going on now, the attack, terrorism and all of that. And as soon as it happens, they call pastors, ‘why are pastors not talking?’ You are s%ck,” he said. He went on to explain why he considered such criticism misplaced. “Let me tell you why I said you are sick. Have you ever heard somebody before he pulls a trigger say ‘praise the Lord’ and then he sh++ts somebody? Or he says ‘thank you Jesus’ and he pulls a trigger?” he asked rhetorically. According to him, those questioning pastors should instead direct their concerns to leaders of the religions associated with perpetrators of such v+olence. “The first people you should call are those in that religion. It’s their religious leaders you should call, not pastors. Pastors should speak for the sake of humanity. Does terrorism have a Christian nomenclature? What do they shout before they k+ll people?” he asked. The congregation responded with, “Allahu Akbar.” Suleman then added, “Is that a Christian parlance? So why are you calling pastors?” The cleric emphasised that Christian leaders should not be held responsible for addressing acts committed by groups that clearly do not identify with Christianity, insisting that the responsibility for public commentary should begin within the affected religious circles. https://www.titopeblog.com/2025/11/terrorism-youre-sick-if-you-ask-whyre.html Lukuluku69 SlavaUkraini Mynd44 Seun Nlfpmod Lalasticlala 2 Likes
|
| Politics › President Tinubu Assigns NSCDC Officers To VIP Protection by TITOPE(op): 8:26pm On Nov 23, 2025 |
President Tinubu orders withdrawal of police officers guarding VIPs, NSCDC officers to now replace security details of VIPshttps://www.titopeblog.com/2025/11/new-security-directive-president-tinubu.html 29 Likes 2 Shares
|
| Politics › National Security: Tinubu Reassures Nigerians After Emergency Strategy Session by TITOPE(op): 7:49pm On Nov 23, 2025 |
I am currently in an extended security meeting with our Service Chiefs, the Inspector-General of Police, Director-General of the DSS, and heads of our intelligence agencies here at the State House.https://www.titopeblog.com/2025/11/national-security-tinubu-reassures.html 8 Likes
|
| Politics › All 38 Church Members Abducted In Kwara Have Regained Their Freedom- Tinubu by TITOPE(op): 5:58pm On Nov 23, 2025 |
All 38 church members abducted in Kwara have regained ther freedom- President Tinubu https://www.titopeblog.com/2025/11/all-38-church-members-abducted-in-kwara.html Lukuluku69 SlavaUkraini Mynd44 Seun Nlfpmod Lalasticlala
|
| Politics › Nigeria Is A Disgrace; It's Genocide And I'm Really Angry – President Trump by TITOPE(op): 7:51pm On Nov 22, 2025 |
Nigeria Is A Disgrace; It's Genocide And I'm Really Angry – President Trump Insists Speaking Friday on a conservative radio programme — remarks later highlighted by Fox News, which captured the exchange — Trump claimed that thousands of Christians were being killed in Nigeria and accused the government of failing to curb extremist violence. The United States President, Donald Trump, has again voiced strong criticism of the Nigerian government over what he described as the “genocide” of Christians in the country. Speaking Friday on a conservative radio programme — remarks later highlighted by Fox News, which captured the exchange — Trump claimed that thousands of Christians were being killed in Nigeria and accused the government of failing to curb extremist violence. The US President reiterated his administration’s earlier designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” over alleged religious persecution, saying Washington may take further action if the situation does not improve. “Nigeria is a disgrace. The whole thing is a disgrace,” Trump said during the interview. “They’re killing people by the thousands. It’s a genocide, and I’m really angry about it.” He warned that the US could cut off aid to Nigeria, citing American financial support to the country. “We give a lot of subsidies to Nigeria. We’re going to end up stopping,” he added. Trump also repeated his threat of possible military intervention against Islamist militant groups if the Nigerian government “does not do more” to protect Christian communities. SaharaReporters had reported on Friday that the United States War Department said it was working closely with the Nigerian government to end what it describes as "jihadists terrorists” attacks on Christians in Nigeria. This was disclosed by the Secretary of the War Department, who stated on X: "Yesterday, I met with Nigeria’s National Security Advisor and his team to discuss the horrific violence against Christians in their country." "Under @POTUS leadership, DOW is working aggressively with Nigeria to end the persecution of Christians by jihadist terrorists," he posted on Friday. The statement followed a meeting on Wednesday between Congressman Riley M. Moore and a delegation of senior Nigerian government officials led by National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu during their visit to Washington, D.C. Members of the delegation included Ribadu; Her Excellency Bianca Ojukwu, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs; Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun; Attorney General of the Federation Chief Lateef Olasunkami Fagbemi, SAN; Chief of Defence Staff General Olufemi Olatunbosun Oluyede; Chief of Defence Intelligence Lt. Gen. EAP Undiendeye; Special Adviser to ONSA Idayat Hassan; Director of Foreign Relations, ONSA, Ambassador Ibrahim Babani; Acting CDA, Embassy of Nigeria, Ambassador Nuru Biu; and Paul Alabi of the Embassy’s Political and Economic Section. According to the statement, the meeting “allowed for a frank, honest, and productive discussion about the ongoing persecution of Christians and ongoing terrorist threats in Nigeria and opportunities for strengthened cooperation and coordination between the United States and Nigeria to end the bloodshed.” It added that the Nigerian delegation “shared their government’s challenges and concerns regarding counterterrorism, security assistance, protection of vulnerable communities, and ongoing issues involving violence across Nigeria.” The release noted that Congressman Moore “clearly stated that the United States stands ready to coordinate and cooperate with Nigeria,” adding that “as President Trump made abundantly clear, the United States will not tolerate continued violence against Christians or other forms of religious persecution.” It further stressed that “President Trump does not make idle threats.” It added that Moore “will continue monitoring new developments and pushing the Nigerian government to accept the open hand of cooperation to stop the ongoing persecution and violence against Christians and combat the threat terrorist groups pose to the Nigerian population.” Moore also issued a detailed statement after the meeting. “Today, I had a frank, honest, and productive discussion with senior members of the Nigerian government regarding the horrific violence and persecution Christians face and the ongoing threat terrorism poses across Nigeria,” he said. https://www.titopeblog.com/2025/11/nigeria-is-disgrace-its-genocide-and-im.html Lukuluku69 SlavaUkraini Mynd44 Seun Nlfpmod Lalasticlala
|
| Education › School Abductions: FG Denies Nationwide Closure Of Schools by TITOPE(op): 6:56pm On Nov 22, 2025 |
https://www.titopeblog.com/2025/11/school-abductions-fg-denies-nationwide.html "Information spreads fast, but clarity matters even more. The safety of learners is a priority, and verified facts help everyone stay grounded." Lukuluku69 SlavaUkraini Mynd44 Seun Nlfpmod Lalasticlala
|
| Politics › Niger State Government Orders Closure Of All Schools Until After New Year by TITOPE(op): 6:48pm On Nov 22, 2025 |
https://www.titopeblog.com/2025/11/niger-state-government-orders-closure.html Barely 24 hours after gunmen abducted over 300 students from St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area, the governor of Niger state, Mohammed Bago, has ordered the closure of all schools across the state until after the New Year while the schools in security affected areas in the State will be shut down until further notice. The Governor made this known while fielding questions from newsmen in Minna, the state capital after a security and stakeholders meeting in Government House over the current security situation in the state. According to the Governor, the closure affects both private and public schools, Islamic and missionary schools, federal government colleges and some tertiary institutions like schools of nursing and midwifery. The Governor stated the schools will be shut down until after the New Year while those in security affected areas will be shut down until further notice. Speaking about the abduction, Governor Bago said it was an incident that could have been avoided but the government would not use its time for blame games but to look at ways of rescuing the abducted children. “To forestall further occurence, schools are generally supposed to close for Christmas in the next two weeks, but we cannot take any chances anymore. We are closing all schools in Niger state, private primary and secondary schools, every school will remain closed until after the New Year while all schools in Niger North will be closed until further notice,” he stated. The Governor said that the figures of the students, pupils and teachers abducted are not yet official, “We have just been seeing a lot of numbers in the media but the figures are not official. The DSS, police and other security agencies are already doing the head count and by the end of today, we will have the official figure” he said Lukuluku69 SlavaUkraini Mynd44 Seun Nlfpmod Lalasticlala
|
| Politics › Bashir Ahmad Responds To Peter Obi, Cites Court Ruling On Nnamdi Kanu by TITOPE(op): 6:38pm On Nov 22, 2025 |
https://www.titopeblog.com/2025/11/bashir-ahmad-responds-to-peter-obi.html Nnamdi Kanu is not what you have been trying so hard to portray him as. He is a convicted terrorist- former presidential aide, Bashir Ahmad tells Peter Obi Lukuluku69 SlavaUkraini Mynd44 Seun Nlfpmod Lalasticlala 3 Likes
|
| Politics › Niger State Government Blames School Management For Abduction Of Students by TITOPE(op): 1:31pm On Nov 21, 2025 |
https://www.titopeblog.com/2025/11/niger-state-government-blames-school.html The Niger State Government has confirmed the abduction of students and staff from Saint Mary’s Catholic School, Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area. The assailants stormed the school at about 2am today November 21 and carried out their attack. In a statement released. the Secretary to the Niger State Government, Abubakar Usman, said following prior intelligence, the government orderd the closure of all boarding schools in the area but the Catholic school affected defied the warning and reopened. “The Niger state government has received with deep sadness the disturbing news of the kidnapping of pupils from St. Mary’s School in Agwara Local Government Area. The exact number of abducted pupils is yet to be confirmed as security agencies continue to assess the situation. The state received prior intelligence report indicating an increased threat level in parts of the northern senatorial district. In response to these credible security alerts, the State Government had earlier issued a clear directive suspending all construction activities and ordering the temporary closure of all boarding schools within the affected zone as a precautionary measure. St. Mary’s School, however, proceeded to reopen and resume academic activities without notifying or seeking clearance from the state. Security agencies have since commenced a full-scale investigation and search-and-rescue operations to ensure the safe return of the pupils. The Niger State Government is in close communication with all relevant security formations and will provide continuous updates as more information becomes available. The Government urges school proprietors, community leaders, and all stakeholders to adhere strictly to security advisories issued in the interest of public safety. The protection of lives, especially those of our children, remains the utmost priority of this administration.” This abduction comes barely a week after 25 students were abducted from the Government Girls Comprehensive School Lukuluku69 SlavaUkraini Mynd44 Seun Nlfpmod Lalasticlala
|
| Politics › Court To Deliver Sentence For Nnamdi Kanu At 4:50pm As Prosecution Seeks Maximum by TITOPE(op): 3:14pm On Nov 20, 2025 |
https://www.titopeblog.com/2025/11/court-to-deliver-sentence-for-nnamdi.html Hand Nnamdi Kanu maximum sentence- Prosecution counsel tells judge as court to sentence him by 4.50pm Prosecuting counsel, Adegboyega Awomolo has asked the Federal High Court Abuja to hand down the maximum sentence as prescribed by law. He faulted the use of the social media platform to cause chaos. Awomolo asked the court to impose restrictions on the use of Social media by Mr Kanu pending his execution in compliance with the sentencing. Awomolo also asked that Kanu be kept in the safest custodial center anywhere in Nigeria pending his execution or sentence. “I am not too confident about the safety of Kuje correctional center”. he said The court is scheduled to deliver sentencing by 4.50pm. Lukuluku69 SlavaUkraini Mynd44 Seun Nlfpmod Lalasticlala
|
| Politics › Our Herdsmen Are Suffering From Lack Of Education And Unemployment - Sheikh Gumi by TITOPE(op): 11:13am On Nov 20, 2025 |
https://www.titopeblog.com/2025/11/our-herdsmen-are-suffering-from-lack-of.html “Our Herdsmen Are Suffering From Lack Of Education And Unemployment. Select 10 People And Keep Them With The Cows, Leave Them Without Communicating With The Outside World, Come Back After One Year, They Will Start Behaving Like The Cows” — Islamic Cleric, Sheikh Gumi Lukuluku69 SlavaUkraini Mynd44 Seun Nlfpmod Lalasticlala
|
| Health › Hantavirus: Man Dies In China After Testing Positive To Another Virus by TITOPE(op): 11:25am On Mar 24, 2020 |
http://www.titopeblog.com/2020/03/hantavirus-man-dies-in-china-after.html A man has died in Yunnan province of China after testing positive to Hantavirus. The man died while on his way back to Shandong Province for work on a chartered bus, China’s Global Times reports. Hantavirus immediately became a trend on social media following the report with people panicking that it was another COVID-19 ready to cause a new pandemic. However, unlike coronavirus, hantavirus is not airborne. Humans who contract the hantavirus usually come into contact with rodents that carry the virus. “Rodent infestation in and around the home remains the primary risk for hantavirus exposure. Even healthy individuals are at risk for HPS infection if exposed to the virus,” Centre for Disease Control and Prevention said in its website. Although HPS can’t be passed on from person to person, it can be contracted if someone touches their eyes, nose or mouth after touching rodent droppings, urine, or nesting materials, states Centers for Disease Control and Prevention fact sheet. lalasticlala, mynd44, seun
|
| Education › COVID-19: UI Directs Students To Vacate Campus, Hostels by TITOPE(op): 12:38pm On Mar 20, 2020 |
http://www.titopeblog.com/2020/03/covid-19-ui-directs-students-to-vacate.html As people across the globe continue to panic and employing safety strategies in curtailing the spread of the deadly Coronavirus, the authorities of the University of Ibadan have directed students of the institution to vacate the campus. UI in a special release, marked 4297 and titled, “Closure of the University to Students” and made available to us on Friday in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital maintained that the decision was taken as precautionary measure to curtail the spread of the deadly Coronavirus in the university. The statement signed by the institution’s Registrar, Olubunmi Faluyi, directed all students, undergraduates and post-graduates to vacate the campus with effect from today, Friday 20th March, 2020. “This is to inform the University Community that the Board of Health of the University of Ibadan at its meeting of Thursday, 19 March 2020 considered the state of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Nigeria. “As a health safety precautionary measure, it recommended that all students (both undergraduate and postgraduate) vacate the Campus immediately. The Vice-Chancellor has approved this recommendation on behalf of the Senate”. The statement added that the institution would remain closed till further notice. It also directed that all primary and secondary schools in the university should remain closed until the pandemic is brought under effective control. “Consequently, all students are hereby directed to vacate the campus with effect from Friday, 20 March 2020. “The institution will remain closed to students until further notice. However, the Students’ Affairs Division of the University will see to any need to make special arrangements for international students who are unable to vacate their hostels. “All primary and secondary schools located within the campus of the University of Ibadan are hereby advised to close until the Pandemic is brought under effective control. “All staff and students, wherever they may be, are strongly advised to adhere strictly to all health safety measures to avoid exposure to or contact with the virus. These include: Social distancing Avoidance of handshakes and other unnecessary physical contact Regular washing of hands with water and soap for at least 20 seconds Use of hand sanitizers containing at least 60% alcohol Avoidance of touching of eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands Avoidance of contact with people who are sick Practising safe coughing or sneezing techniques Regular cleaning and disinfecting of frequently touched surfaces such as doorknobs, light switches, phones and keyboards. “Please let us all keep safe as much as it lies with us during this period”. We recalls that the university has earlier suspended international conference holding in the institution. Similarly, the University of Ibadan Muslim Community in its bid to curtail the spread of the deadly Coronavirus also on Thursday said it has suspended the weekly Friday Jummat service till further notice. It was gathered that since the outbreak of Coronavirus in China, over 7,000 people have lost their lives while over hundred thousand people have been infected since December last year when it was discovered in a Chinese town. lalasticlala, mynd44, seun
|
| Christianity Etc › Coronavirus: Olukoya’s MFM Suspends Deliverance Services, House Fellowship, Oth by TITOPE(op): 9:17am On Mar 20, 2020 |
http://www.titopeblog.com/2020/03/coronavirus-olukoyas-mfm-suspends.html As Nigeria continues to battle the spread of Coronavirus, the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), has joined the likes of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) in shutting down its parishes in Lagos and Ogun States. Following increase number of cases of Coronavirus in the Lagos, the state government had suspended social and religious gatherings of over 50 persons. Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of RCCG had instructed its members to suspend services and obey the instructions of Ogun and Lagos governments to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Also, MFM Assistant General Overseer (Administration) Pastor Gbesan Adebambo in memo entitled: “Interim arrangement for ministerial services in Lagos and Ogun states MFM Regions” on Friday, ordered its parishes in Lagos and Oguns States to cancel all services The church also directed that all house fellowship meetings at any of the centres be postponed till further notice. The memo read: “No services including deliverance ministrations must hold in any of MFM branches at all levels in the Region under your supervision until further notice. “Likewise, all house fellowship meetings at any of the centres are postponed till further notice.” lalasticlala, mynd44, seun
|
| Health › Third Case Of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Confirmed In Nigeria by TITOPE(op): 5:12pm On Mar 17, 2020 |
http://www.titopeblog.com/2020/03/third-case-of-coronavirus-disease-covid.html The Federal Ministry of Health has confirmed a new case of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Nigeria. This case was confirmed on the 16th of March in Lagos State. This brings the total number of confirmed cases in Nigeria to 3. The new case is a Nigerian national who returned to Nigeria from the United Kingdom on the 13th of March after a brief visit. On return to Nigeria, the case decided to go into self-isolation and subsequently developed symptoms. At which point, the case called the NCDC toll-free line to report symptoms. Officials from the Lagos State COVID-19 Emergency Operations Centre were dispatched to the case’s home to collect a sample. This was tested and positive for COVID-19. The case is currently being treated at the Infectious Disease Hospital (IDH) in Yaba, Lagos. She is clinically stable and is responding to treatment. Contact tracing has started to identify all persons who the patient has been in contact with, since her return to Nigeria. The Federal Government of Nigeria will continue to assess the situation and review the national response accordingly. We are immediately announcing the following interventions: (1) We strongly discourage any travel to all affected countries except for essential trips (2) We encourage everyone returning to Nigeria from any country to self-isolate for 14-days (3) All those returning from countries where there is ongoing high community transmission (over 1,000 cases cumulatively), should self-isolate and will be actively followed up for 14 days by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Port Health Services (4) Please continue to maintain hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette The Federal Government of Nigeria through the Federal Ministry of Health continues to carry out daily risk assessments of the COVID19 situation. The National Emergency Operations Centre led by NCDC and supported partners, will continue to support the Lagos State Ministry of Health in its response. All Nigerians are asked to continue to take all necessary precautions to protect themselves and their families. These measures include taking the following precautions below: (1) Wash hands regularly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based sanitiser if no water and soap is available (2) Maintain at least 2 metres (5 feet) distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing (3) Persons with a persistent cough or sneezing, should stay at home until they recover (4) Make sure you and people around you, follow good respiratory hygiene, with means covering your mouth and nose with a tissue. If none is available, you can cough into the sleeve of your bent envelope. If using a tissue when you cough or sneeze, dispose of the used tissue properly, into a dustbin (5) Stay at home if you feel unwell with symptoms like fever, cough and difficulty in breathing and please call NCDCs toll free number 0800 970 000 0010, which is available 24 hours a day, Monday to Sunday for guidance. Do not self-medicate (6) Stay informed on the latest developments about COVID-19 through the official Federal Ministry of Health, Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, Lagos State Ministry of Health and other State health department official channels on TV, radio and social media. Citizens must not abuse social media or spread misinformation or disinformation that can cause fear and panic. The Federal Ministry of Health through the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control will continue to provide updates as and when they become available, and will put in place all available measures required to control the spread of any infectious disease outbreak in Nigeria. |
| Sports › Kobe Bryant: How Obama Reacted To Death Of NBA Legend, Gianna by TITOPE(op): 8:24am On Jan 27, 2020 |
http://www.titopeblog.com/2020/01/kobe-bryant-how-obama-reacted-to-death.html Former US President, Barack Obama, has mourned the passing of Basketball legend, Kobe Bryant. Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, died in a helicopter crash on Sunday in Calabasas, California. All other persons on board were killed and the cause is under investigation. KB is survived by his wife Vanessa, and their three daughters – Natalia, Bianca and their newborn Capri. He won five NBA championships and the 2008 MVP Award with the Los Angeles Lakers. In his reaction, Obama tweeted: “Kobe was a legend on the court and just getting started in what would have been just as meaningful a second act. “To lose Gianna is even more heartbreaking to us as parents. Michelle and I send love and prayers to Vanessa and the entire Bryant family on an unthinkable day.” lalasticlala, mynd44, seun
|
| Politics › Governor Hope Uzodinma Makes First Appointments by TITOPE(op): 8:02am On Jan 17, 2020 |
Senator Hope Uzodinma, the newly sworn-in governor of Imo state, on Thursday announced his first appointments as he takes over the State Government House. Uzodinma was declared the authentic winner of the 2019 governorship election in Imo State by the Supreme Court during the week. He was handed his Certificate of Return by the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC on Wednesday . He was then sworn-in barely 24 hours after the court sacked Emeka Ihedioha of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. Yesterday, he named the Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Attorney, General, Chief of Staff and Chief press Secretary. Chief Cosmas Iwu was appointed as the SSG of the State while Barrister COC Akaolisa steps in as the Attorney General/Commissioner for Justice. Others are Chief Nnamdi Anyaehie who was appointed as Chief of Staff and Oguike Nwachukwu who takes the position of the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, CPS. https://www.google.com/amp/s/dailypost.ng/2020/01/17/imo-gov-hope-uzodinma-makes-first-appointments-see-list/amp/ 14 Likes 2 Shares
|
| Politics › SERAP Asks EFCC To Release Shehu Sani by TITOPE(op): 7:33am On Jan 10, 2020 |
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately release former Kaduna lawmaker, Shehu Sani.https://www.icirnigeria.org/serap-calls-for-shehu-sanis-release-from-efcc-custody/amp/ 2 Likes
|
| Sports › CAF Award 2019:is Sadio The Main ‘mane’ by TITOPE(op): 5:17pm On Jan 08, 2020 |
http://www.titopeblog.com/2020/01/caf-award-2019is-sadio-main-mane.html It was almost like a general belief that Sadio Mane would win the Tuesday night CAF award. Few hours to the award, ex-footballers and analysts had voiced their support for Mane. His Liverpool team-mate Mohammed Salah stayed back in the UK to train. Several miles away from him, Riyad Mahrez and co were running rings around Manchester United in a Carabao Cup semi-final. Of the three final nominees, Mane sat alone in the Citadel Azure, in the city of Hurghada in Egypt. In 2019, he stood alone, out by himself, as the best African footballer. Mane enjoyed a brilliant year with both Senegal and Liverpool. He helped the Teranga Lions to the final of the Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt, where they eventually lost to Algeria. Last season, the 27-year-old netted 22 goals to share the Premier League Golden Boot with Salah and Gabon’s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. Mane also played a key role in helping Jurgen Klopp’s men win the UEFA Champions League, Super League and the FIFA Club World Cup last year. Pundits are indeed surprised that this is the first time Mane is being named CAF African Player of the Year. In fact, he becomes only the second man from his country to win it, after El Hadj Diouf. However, what is a true measure of his sheer ability, is that he is now in the Ballon d’Or conversations. During the last edition, Mane finished in fourth place behind winner, Lionel Messi, Virgil van Dijk and Cristiano Ronaldo. It is truly amazing how he has done enough to be talked about – and rewarded – with Salah being the more famous figure. “I think Mo Salah tends to get more headlines than Mane does and other players get mentioned more than he does. “There’s probably a million and one reasons why that is, but certainly at Anfield, at Liverpool, amongst fans, he’s appreciated as much as anyone else. We love him,” Gareth Roberts, editor of Liverpool fanzine The Anfield Wrap, told CNN Sport. Even Messi, who voted for Mane to win the FIFA The Best award last year, said it is “a shame” to see Mane finish fourth in the Ballon d’Or rankings for 2019. He told Canal+: “It’s a shame to see Mane finish in fourth place. “But I think there have been a lot of great players this year. That’s why it was difficult to choose a particular player. “But I chose Sadio Mane because he’s a player that I like. “Mane achieved a great year that was exceptional for the entire Liverpool team. That’s why I chose him. “I repeat, there were a lot of very great players this year, so the choice was difficult.” Analysts believe that in a matter of years, at another Ballon d’Or event, everybody would know, that Mane will be named the winner. lalasticlala, mynd44, seun
|
| Politics › Land Use Charge: Lagos Assembly Amends Ambode’s Controversial Law [see New Rate by TITOPE(op): 8:03am On Dec 31, 2019 |
http://www.titopeblog.com/2019/12/land-use-charge-lagos-assembly-amends.html Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have amended the Land Use Charge Law, 2018 passed by the Akinwunmi Ambode government. Ambode was widely criticised for the controversial Law. The 6-man Ad Hoc Committee, Chaired by Hon. Rotimi Olowo, presented the report of the findings of the committee to members at the Plenary on Monday. According to him, the House in response to the outcry of residents in some sections in the Principal Law on Land Use Charge, 2018, organised a Public Hearing to ensure public participation. During the presentation of the report, the Chairman of the 6 Man Ad Hoc Committee, Hon. Olowo highlighted observations made by the participants at the Public Hearing some of which are; According to him, Section 1(2), “Pensioner” should be redefined to include all retirees resident in the State from Federal and State Institutions and from both Private and Corporate organizations domiciled in the State. The public hearing revealed that the increase is generally perceived to be arbitrary and unrealistic in a recessed economy and the State Government should revert to the status quo of the Land Use Charge for 2017. Similarly, it was agreed by participants and stakeholders that vacant plot of land and unoccupied properties should be exempted from the Land Use Charge liabilities. The Committee also posited that Section 17(c) (i) there is no need for 50% payment by an aggrieved owners over disputed charges before their eligibility to appeal; while aggrieved residents/owners should pay the preceding year’s charges while the disputed charges are being resolved, among others. The Committee, however, recommended that as from the commencement of this Law; there should be proper classification of commercial and residential properties in the State for the purpose of levying charges in accordance with the provisions of this Law by the property identification officers of the Ministry. He further recommended that there shall be twenty percent (20%) increase from the fees chargeable before the repeal of the Land Use Charge Law Ch. L79 2015, and the increment referred to in sub-section (1) above shall be renewable every ten (10) years; Pensioner should be replaced with a person who retires from a Pensionable Office; The owner of the property is liable to pay Land Use Charge in respect of any taxable property. lalasticlala, mynd44, seun 1 Like
|
| Investment › Nigerian Insurance Companies Get Recapitalisation Deadline by TITOPE(op): 7:44am On Dec 31, 2019 |
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has extended the recapitalisation deadline for Insurance and Reinsurance Companies earlier slated for June 30, 2020 to December 31, 2020.https://dailypost.ng/2019/12/31/nigerian-insurance-companies-get-recapitalisation-deadline/amp/ 1 Like
|
| Politics › Buhari Appoints Another Amosun Ally Despite Suspension From APC by TITOPE(op): 7:52am On Dec 13, 2019 |
http://www.titopeblog.com/2019/12/buhari-appoints-another-amosun-ally.html President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed another former aide of Sen. Ibikunle Amosun into the new board of the Federal Inland Revenue Service to represent the South-West. This is in spite of Amosun’s suspension from the All Progressives Congress (APC), We reports that Adewale Ogunyomade served as Special Adviser for Rural Development to Amosun. His name has been forwarded to the Senate, alongside others, for confirmation, pursuant to Section 3(2) of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (Establishment) Act, 2007. Amosun has succeeded in pushing forward his political loyalists into Buhari’s government, fuelling speculations that the President is well pleased with him. Recall that the former Ogun State Governor and Senator representing Ogun Central was suspended from the APC by the National Chairman, Adams Oshiomhole, for alleged anti-party activities. But the lawmaker has been able to outsmart his rivals from Ogun State, including former Governor Olusegun Osoba, by having all Federal political appointments into his camp, without any recourse to the incumbent Gov. Dapo Abiodun. We recalls that Amosun’s former Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Olamilekan Adegbite, was appointed as the Minister of Mines and Steel Development. He also succeeded in pushing his former Commissioner for Special Duties and InterGovernmental Affairs, Adeleke Adewolu, to be appointed as the executive commissioner, Stakeholder Engagement, at the Nigeria Communications Commission. In the same vein, Amosun’s former Commissioner, Urban and Physical Planning, Mrs Ronke Sokefun, was appointed as the chairman of the Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation. Also, Bisi Adegbuyi became the Postmaster-General/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Postal Services through Amosun’s influence. lalasticlala, mynd44, seun
|
| Politics › ‘I am sorry’ – Fayose begs PDP members in Ekiti by TITOPE(op): 7:42am On Dec 13, 2019 |
http://www.titopeblog.com/2019/12/i-am-sorry-fayose-begs-pdp-members-in.html The immediate past Governor of Ekiti State, Mr. Ayodele Fayose, has extended olive hand to all aggrieved members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state to work together in unity in the overall interest of the party. Fayose, who apologized to all aggrieved members who he might have wronged when he was governor, said the party must be repositioned ahead of future elections in the state. He spoke on Tuesday at his country home in Afao-Ekiti while addressing party members across the 16 local government areas and the 177 wards in the state. The former governor said, “We are on a mission to repositioning the party because truly we need a new attitude as members of this party. We must tell ourselves the truth that there is nothing to share in failure and we must join hands to achieve something tangible. ” I know some persons are aggrieved and I know we are humans. I apologize to all those that I have offended; let us come together in unity for this our party not to die in this state. That is my priority as the leader. ” I am doing this after one year I left office just to allow the present All Progressives Congress to display what they have for the people and you can all see for yourselves. I am not here for my selfish interest but just to ensure this party does not fail.” Fayose, who used the meeting to officially congratulate Senator Biodun Olujimi on her recent victory as the lawmaker representing Ekiti South senatorial district, noted that she remains the leader of the party in the state. While explaining that creating different groups within the party would not be the best option, Fayose, however, assured that all issues and tendencies would be resolved for the party to reclaim the state from the APC in future elections. He regretted the violence and alleged electoral malpractices that marred the last Saturday’s local government election, saying he warned the leadership of PDP in the state not participate in the poll for obvious reasons. ” Everybody should come back to the party. I am open to reconciliation. If Senator Biodun Olujimi call you for meeting tomorrow, go there and listen to her. All of us are leaders , don’t let us factionalize this party. I am congratulating her (Senator Olujimi) and I don’t have any issue with her and I am sorry for what happened in the past.” lalasticlala, mynd44, seun
|
| Politics › Saraki May Lose Properties To FG As Court Takes Decision by TITOPE(op): 7:43am On Dec 06, 2019 |
The Federal High Court, Lagos has fixed February 6, 2020 for hearing of application seeking to stop final forfeiture of some properties linked to a former Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki. Justice Muhammed Liman had on October 21, fixed Thursday for hearing of application from any interested persons to show cause for the properties not to be permanently forfeited to the Federal government after granting the EFCC motion for interim forfeiture of the said properties. The properties located at 17 and 17A McDonald Road, Ikoyi, at Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State are said to belong to the immediate past Senate President. Justice Liman had granted the ex parte motion for the interim forfeiture of the two properties and affidavit deposed to by one Olamide Sadiq, which were argued by the lawyer to the EFCC, Nnaemeka Omewa. In praying the court to forfeit the properties in the interim, Omewa had told the court that the properties were suspected to have been acquired through proceeds of illicit funds by Saraki After granting the motion ex parte, Justice Liman had also ordered the EFCC to publish the order of forfeiture of the two properties in a national daily within fourteen days for any interested party or parties to show cause why the properties will not be permanently forfeited to the Federal government of Nigeria. He had adjourned the matter till November 7 for report of compliance. On November 7, the EFCC through Rotimi Oyedebo, lawyer, Rotimi Oyedepo, informed the court of compliance with the court order and urged the court to made the interim order final. However, Saraki’s lawyer told the court that they were in court in respect of the properties and urged the court to hear them. But Oyedepo, in opposition to the appearance of Saraki’s lawyer, said that the purpose of that day’s proceedings was for the EFCC to inform the court of its compliance with the order. Consequently, Justice Liman adjourned till Thursday, December 5, for hearing of all applications. However, at the resumed hearing, Judge Liman was said to be in another jurisdiction of the court. Consequently, EFCC lawyer Omewa, and a lawyer from Saraki’s legal team, Mr Deji O, met on the matter and agreed that the case be adjourned till February 6, 2020. https://dailypost.ng/2019/12/06/saraki-may-lose-properties-to-fg-as-court-takes-decision/amp/ 1 Like
|
| Politics › Drama As INEC Denies Dino Melaye, Journalists, Access Into Premises by TITOPE(op): 5:02pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
http://www.titopeblog.com/2019/11/drama-as-inec-denies-dino-melaye.html There was mild drama on Wednesday at the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, as sacked Senator representing Kogi West Senatorial District, Dino Melaye was denied access into the premises of the Commission. Melaye in the company of some journalists was refused entry into the commission’s premises It is alleged that the senator had gone to INEC to submit more petitions. A camera belonging to one of the Journalists was said to have been seized but later released when Melaye intervened. We had reported that Melaye, who is the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, candidate in the Kogi West Senatorial rerun election, had last week stormed INEC’s headquarters where he had presented 21 video and documentary evidence. lalasticlala, mynd44, seun
|
| Politics › Former House Of Rep Member, Tony Okey Is Dead by TITOPE(op): 4:47pm On Nov 27, 2019 |
http://www.titopeblog.com/2019/11/former-house-of-rep-member-tony-okey-is.html The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila (APC-Lagos), has announced the death of a former member of the House, Rep. Tony Okey. Gbajabiamila, who made the announcement on Wednesday at the plenary, said that the late Okey was a member of the Fourth National Assembly. NAN reports that the Speaker said that Okey meritoriously and selflessly served the country in the green chambers from 1999 to 2003. The house, in line with its tradition, observed one minute silence in honour of the former lawmaker and prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul. Similarly, the immediate past Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on USA/Nigeria Parliamentary Relations, Rep. Johnson Agbonnayinma, has announced the death of his mum, Mrs Cecilia Agbonayinma. In a statement issued by the former lawmaker, Mrs. Cecilia Agbonayinma died in the early hours of Nov. 22 after a brief illness. lalasticlala, mynd44, seun
|
