Kidnapped Nigerians Who Paid Ransom Can Demand Refund From FG – Falana

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February 22, 2020

A renowned Nigerian lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, on Wednesday, urged Nigerians paying a ransom to secure freedom for their abducted loved ones to feel free to approach the courts to compel the federal government to refund same because.

According to him, “the responsibility for protecting lives and properties lies squarely with the government.”

It was gathered that Falana disclosed this at the 18th Anti-Corruption Situation Room, ACSR, organized by the HEDA Resource Centre in partnership with the McArthur Foundation.

The senior advocate who was the keynote speaker at the event also flayed anti-graft agencies in the land for what he called the selective prosecution of corrupt cases; a development he stressed, makes winning the fight against corruption difficult.

Falana said: “If a family pays a ransom to secure freedom of their abducted ones; they should approach the courts and demand a refund of the amount paid because the primary responsibility of government is to secure the people.”

Seven private schools in Aba risk a total closure if… — Ikpeazu (See List)

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February 22, 2020

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The Abia State government has directed seven private schools in Aba to immediately visit the committee on Re-validation of private schools in Ministry of Education Umuahia, for proper documentation effective from the date of this announcement.

In a statement signed by the Secretary to Abia State Government, Barr. Chris Ezem made available to ABN TV, the affected schools will be shut down if this instruction is not heeded to.
The affected schools are
1. Divine Base Academy, 68 Adindu road
2. 1st Class International School, 98 Adindu Road
3. God’s Miracle Academy, 10 Nkwoha street
4. God’s Compliment Academy, 5 Ohiara off Nkwoha street
5. Seed of Faith Schools, 106 Nkwoha street
6. Favour Christian Academy, 9 Durulor off Adindu road
7. St. Martin Early Learning Center, Adindu road.

The state government has recently started a total overhaul in the primary education with a focus on the activities of private school owners who operate in environments not conducive enough for academic activities.

Oshiomhole, Wike at fresh war as APC chairman demands immediate apology

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February 22, 2020

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The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, has described the allegation by the Rivers State government that he masterminded the protest at the residence of a Supreme Court Judge, Justice Mary Odili in Abuja as reckless.

Oshiomhole noted that the unsubstantiated allegation by the Rivers State government was an insult on his person and an indecent thing for a state government to do in such circumstance.

In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Simon Ebegbulem, the APC national chairman said he read with utter disgust the statement by the Rivers State government that he and Minister of State for Petroleum , Chief Timipre Sylva, “sponsored thugs” to attack the residence of the Supreme Court Judge.

He stated: “This reckless defamation of the character of Oshiomhole is unbecoming of a state government that is supposed to operate under the rule of law including fairness and justice to all.

“The statement is an egregious assault on the reputation that has taken Oshiomhole a life-time to build. For clarity, Oshiomhole was not in any way involved in the action that took place at the residence of Dr. Odili, a gentleman for whom Oshiomhole has tremendous respect as a friend of many years despite political differences.

“As a matter of principle, Oshiomhole condemns any harassment Hon. Justice Mary Odili had suffered for a judgment she gave within her powers aa a judicial officer. Oshiomhole as a one-time beneficiary of judicial redress of injustice always holds the judiciary in the highest esteem and the obedience of court orders.

“Dissatisfied as a party, the APC under Oshiomhole’s leadership has returned to the Supreme Court seeking the review of the judgment . That is the democratic culture to which Oshiomhole subscribes.”

Oshiomhole stressed that it would be expected that it is the police that should give account of what happened at the residence of Odili based on investigation and not the Rivers State government in Port Harcourt.

“We hereby call on the Rivers State Government to toe the path of decency and withdraw the defamatory statement with due apologies, “ he added.

Osinbajo Calls For Review Of Curricular, Says Education Should Be For Employability

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February 22, 2020

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Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has called for the review of Nigeria’s higher education curriculum to focus more on technology and creativity, stating that education today must be for employ-ability, not just for its own sake.

He stated this on Friday at the fifth Convocation Lecture of the Federal University, Duste, Jigawa State.

Professor Osinbajo, in a lecture titled “Facing the New Decade,” said Nigeria’s curricula must be versatile and dynamic.

According to him, “the focus must be on innovation, critical thinking, interdisciplinary thinking, design thinking, synergizing and collaboration with others across the world to solve problems.

“The era of cramming teacher’s notes and regurgitating for high grades is over. The graduate of the future is a problem solver, a thinker, an entrepreneur.

“Our educators, policymakers, schools, universities must now adapt their curricula, policies, and projects to improve the skills that enable the graduate to nimbly and constantly respond to the ever-changing face of the economy and the workplace.

He urged the students to see the exciting future ahead and know that the opportunities are limitless.

“There is no question that an exciting future lies ahead, there are breakthroughs in radical technologies, capable of disrupting whole industries, and perhaps even our very conception of work itself.

“For higher institutions who are getting graduates ready for the world of work, for the graduates and near graduates who are here today, what does the disruption of the workforce by emerging technologies signify for both livelihoods and employment?”

Professor Osinbajo highlighted areas that require improved skills training to increase access to opportunities.

“So today the most successful businesses are those adding value, even our culture can become a great wealth creator but only if we add value.”

Stop Using Saliva As Sex Lubricant – Medical Expert Warns

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February 22, 2020

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Lubrication, especially vaginal lubrication is an important part of sexual arousal. It readies the vagina for penetration and reduces any accompanying friction or irritation. In this regard, a medical expert has warned against the practice of using saliva as a lubricant during sex.

Dr Kolade Johnson who works in a private hospital told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Ilorin that if anyone with a mouth sore use saliva as a lubricant, the partner would be exposed to genital herpes.

He said other diseases that could arise from using saliva as sex lubricant include Human Papilo Virus (HPV), syphilis, chlamydia and even gonorrhoea among others.

The medical expert said it could be worse for women as saliva could upset the vagina environment to cause vaginal or yeast infections.

“Saliva cannot even be as slippery as expected which can easily cause tear because it gets dried up easily. Also, if the person has bad breath it can cause horrible smelling discharge.”

The doctor advises that couples should engage in pre-intimacy before sex as this helps to create lubrication in the vagina. However, in an instance where pre-intimacy doesn’t achieve the desired result, Dr Johnson proffers that one should get a lubricant from a registered pharmacy.

“So, the best thing is to engage in pre-intimacy to get wet before the real action. But if that is not attainable, get a lubricant in registered pharmacies and not popular chemists around or people hawking drugs”

Artificial lubricants reduce vaginal dryness. Lubes are available in many different textures, flavours, and materials to suit a person’s needs and preferences.

Lubes come in a variety of bases; water, silicone and oil.

Water:
Water-based lubricants containing glycerin are popular. However, glycerin-free options may be more suitable for people who get frequent yeast infections.

Silicone:
Silicone-based lubricants last longer than water-based lubricants, making them a good option for people with severe vaginal dryness or a history of pain during sex. They are not safe to use with silicone intimacy gadgets, though, and they can be greasy.

Oil:
Oil-based lubricants include many readily available products, such as kitchen oils. They are usually edible and are safe for the vagina, but they can be messy. Synthetic oil-based lubricants, such as mineral oil and petroleum jelly, can work well but may also irritate the vulva.

Abba Kyari Vs Monguno: Buhari Recognises COS As ‘Deputy President’ – Ex-Emir Of Gwandu

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February 22, 2020

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Former Emir of Gwandu, Major Mustapha Jokolo (rtd), has alleged that President Muhammadu Buhari recognises his Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari as “deputy president.”

Gwandu was reacting to the face-off between the National Security Adviser, NSA, Babangana Monguno and Kyari over the coordination of the country’s security.

He urged Buhari to sack both Monguno and Kyari for being “greedy and selfish” in the discharge of their duties.

The former Aide-De-Camp to Buhari during the President’s military regime stated while featuring on a radio programme in Kaduna.

Jokolo reminded both Kyari and Monguno that Nigeria was greater than any individual, hence they should remember that all was watching.

He said: “The misunderstanding between them was borne out of greed, selfishness, if not, these two are brothers. They are all Muslims and from the same tribe. President Buhari had brought them to assist him in different roles, why then should there be any conflict of roles?

“Truly, General Monguno had complained, but he did not refer his complaints to the right people. He should have written directly to President Buhari, on how he felt about his Chief of Staff.

This is because Buhari tends to recognize his Chief of Staff as his ‘Deputy President. “Buhari had said everything should be done through the Chief of Staff, this implies that Buhari has given him limitless power and he can do anything. But this is a misnomer.”

Recall that a circular from the office of the NSA had a few days ago alleged that Kyari had hijacked the coordination of security leadership in Nigeria.In the circular, Monguno had alleged that Buhari’s Chief of Staff had sidelined him in making strategic decisions on national security operations.

Only Igbo Presidency Will Save You From Boko Haram Punishment, Ohanaeze Youths Tell North

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February 22, 2020

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Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council (OYC) has commended the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar 111 over a recent comment on the consequences of bad leadership especially in the North where rate of poverty is high and out of school children on the increase.

OYC also added that insurgency in the North is a direct consequence of sins committed against the Igbo during the Biafra war in which about 2000 people, including women and children were killed.

In a statement signed by the President General Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro and the Secretary General, Mazi Okwu Nnabuike OYC insists that until the North repents and support Nigerian President of Igbo origin in 2023 as a medium to ask God for forgiveness, the insurgency will continue to serve a punishment in North.

While alleging that northern leaders are benefitting from the insurgency in the region, OYC insists that God has given Igbos the solutions to heal the North and end her suffering and poverty.

It also faulted the proposed agency for welfare of repented Boko Haram members which bill is already before the National Assembly, saying it is a move to legalized INSURGENCY and create opportunities to waste resources on Boko haram sect.

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Press Release

(1) Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide hail SULTAN of SOKOTO, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar 111,for his courageous and strong Speech about the Consequences and impact of leadership failure in Nigeria especially in the North, as he (SULTAN) declared during the event of 5th international Conference on “Love and Tolerance ” that God was using INSURGENTS in the Northern Part of Country to punish Nigerians for their Sins, but Contrarily OYC insists that why INSURGENTS are ravaging the North is based on the sins Committed against Igbos 50 years ago during the BIAFRA war by mostly Northern Military leaders, which witnessed the Unfortunate killings of over two million Igbos,who are mostly Children and Women,Until the North repents and support A Nigerian President of igbo Stock 2023 as a medium to ask God for forgiveness,the INSURGENCY will continue to serve a Punishment in North, as OYC insists that God has given Igbos the solutions to heal the North and end her suffering and poverty, but mostly Northern politicians are benefiting hugely from the insecurity challenges in the North.

(2)OYC Condemned vehemently the bill,” National Agency for Education, Rehabilitation, De-radicalisation and integration of repentant insurgents in Nigeria ” sponsored by Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, as a Cosmetic approach to legalized INSURGENCY and create opportunities to waste resources as Boko haram sect are not ready to accept Western Education or negotiations, this Bill is an indictment that Government had failed in the war against terrorism and insecurity challenges, the fear of current threat by the leader of Boko Haram sect, Abubakar Shekau to Northern Politicians with a marching order and Call for the release of all Boko Haram detainees as part of condition to release remaining Chibok girls, so this bill was part of the secret plot and ploy by Northern politicians to persuade President Muhammadu Buhari to grant amnesty to Boko Haram after the threat of Boko haram leader Sheaku, all Southern and Christian Senators must Unite that this bill shouldn’t pass through second reading, as it will empower terrorists to control greater part of the North and become a security threat to the South and Middle belt regions.

(3) OYC still believe that Military options and Good Governance will end the insecurity challenges and insurgency in the North, We are worried about Leah Shaibu,a Christian girl known as the LEGEND of FAITH, who had spent two years in captivity and the Northern politicians are turning blind eye, not pressurizing for her release, We call on President Muhammadu Buhari not to relent in ensuring that Leah Shaibu is release from Captivity, as failure to facilitate her release, will send a wrong signal to international Community and will surely have grave consequences and implications for Nigeria’s image globally.

Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro

President General

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide

Mazi Okwu Nnabuike

Secretary General