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February 9, 2023

Abia APC Guber Candidate, Ikechi Emenike, Other Party Leaders Pay Courtesy Visit On National Chairman (Photos) — Ikechi Emenike

The Supreme Court has affirmed Ikechi Emenike as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State.

A five-member panel of the supreme court led by Tijani Abubakar on Thursday affirmed the judgment of the court of appeal delivered in December 2022.

The Abia APC had held parallel governorship primaries that produced Uche Ogah and Emenike as candidates of the party.

On May 26, the APC declared Emenike the winner of the governorship primary in the state.

On November 11, Binta Nyako, a federal high court judge, sacked Emenike and ordered INEC to recognise Ogah as the party’s governorship candidate in the state.

Both APC and Emenike had filed separate appeals challenging the verdict delivered by Nyako.

Dan Eke, another aspirant, also filed an appeal challenging the judgment of the trial judge that recognised Ogah’s candidacy.

In December 2022, the court of appeal sitting in Abuja affirmed Emenike as the party’s candidate.

In the unanimous verdict, Olabisi Ige, who led the appeal court panel, read out the names of the party members sent by the APC national secretariat to conduct the governorship primary that produced Emenike, affirming that the exercise was valid.

Another candidate, Dan Eke, also filed an appeal in which he contested the trial judge’s decision to recognize Ogah’s candidacy.

The court of appeal in Abuja confirmed Emenike as the party’s nominee in December 2022.

Olabisi Ige, who presided over the appeal court panel, read aloud the names of the party members appointed by the APC national headquarters to oversee the governorship primary that produced Emenike and affirmed the validity of the process in the unanimous decision.

Gov. Ododo In Ondo To Conduct APC Governorship Primaries

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April 20, 2024

Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi state has arrived in Ondo State to oversee the primary of the governing All Progressives Congress (APC).

16 governorship aspirants including the incumbent Governor, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, would be taking part in the primary.

Governor Ododo, who heads the seven-man committee saddled with the responsibility of conducting the APC primary, would be monitoring the exercise in the 18 local government areas of the state.

Our correspondent reports that Ododo had a closed-door meeting with other members of the committee at the popular BON hotel in Akure.

The committee would be distributing the voting materials for the primary exercise shortly after the meeting.

Yahaya Bello’s ADC Arrested, Detained In Abuja

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April 20, 2024

The police have detained a female police officer who was the aide-de-camp to the embattled former Kogi State Governor, Mr Yahaya Bello, over allegations of being part of the security aides that obstructed the arrest of the former governor in Abuja.

The ADC was arrested alongside other police officers attached to Mr Bello. They are being detained at the State Criminal Investigation Department in Abuja.

Sources within the Police say their arrests and detention followed an order by the Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, directing their immediate withdrawal from the former governor.

The source who spoke to our correspondent on the condition of anonymity explained that the officers were arrested on the suspicion that they deliberately aided and abetted Bello’s escape from operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, who had gone to effect his arrest at his Abuja home on Wednesday.

The Inspector-General of Police had on Thursday ordered the withdrawal of all police officers attached to Mr Bello.

The Nigeria Immigration Service has also placed Mr Bello on its watchlist for conspiracy, breach of trust, and money laundering.

The Assistant Comptroller General of Immigrations signed the document and copied the Nigeria Customs Service, the Inspector General of Police, the Director General of the Department of State Services, and the Director of the National Internet Agency.

Police Officer Who Killed Abia Businessman, Emmanuel Okocha Arrested

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April 20, 2024

Police Officer Who Killed Abia Businessman, Emmanuel Okocha Arrested

An officer of the Nigeria Police Force responsible for the killing of Abia businessman identified as Mr. Emmanuel Okocha has been arrested.

Abia State Police Command in a statement made available to ABN TV on Saturday signed by the PRO, ASP Maureen Chinaka gave the name of the suspect as Police Corporal Obagi Njok.

He was attached to Abayi Police Division under Abia State Police Command and had shot at Mr. Emmanuel Okocha along Aba-Owerri Road, the statement said.

According to the police image maker, “The officer has been apprehended, and necessary disciplinary procedures have been initiated. Appropriate disciplinary actions and sanctions will be effected soonest, and he will face the full course of appropriate administrative and legal consequences. In this regard, representatives of the bereaved family and stakeholders will be carried along as the proceedings progress.

“The Abia State Police Command states without prevarication that the incident is unfortunate, and regrettable. The Command uses this medium to publicly commiserate with the family, friends, and well-wishers of the deceased.

“The Abia State Police Command remains steadfast in upholding professionalism and the rule of law. We unequivocally condemn any act of misconduct, unprofessionalism, and indiscipline among our officers.”

Bribe-seeking Police Officer Allegedly Kills Businessman In Abia

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April 20, 2024

Bribe-seeking Police Officer Allegedly Kills Businessman In Abia — Late Emmanuel Michael Okocha

A businessman identified as Mr. Emmanuel Michael Okocha has been killed by a police officer seeking bribe along MCC Abayi-Aba, Abia State commercial capital.

The late Businessman a native of Abiriba in Ohafia local government area of the state was killed by the police officer, of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) unit of the Nigerian Police Force.

A source said the bereaved who had a complete vehicle license had refused to offer bribe to the policeman, incurring his anger.

An eyewitness who was with the victims when the incident happened said they drove all the way from Abiriba on Wednesday, 17th day of April 2024 and entered Aba through Osisioma flyover.

On approaching opposite Abayi Girl’s Secondary School, a team of Police Officers stopped them and demanded for the car documents and driver’s licence of Mr. Emmanuel Michael Okocha which he quickly availed them.

According to him, after the check, the police officer returned the documents and started demanding for a tip. The late Emmanuel replied the Officer that he hadn’t nothing to give him after wasting his time and started moving his car to leave the check point.

It was at this point that another policeman standing in front decided to shoot at him without provocation.

Mr. Emmanuel Michael Okocha was hit by the bullet and he was shouting that he has been shot and the Police Team ran into their car and drove off.

The eye witness drove the victim to the nearby Living World Hospital before calling his lawyer who joined him to MCC Police Station where the Police Team and the trigger happy shooter was identified by the eye witness.

The young Mr. Emmanuel Michael Okocha who was struggling with his life after a surgery by Doctors to save his life on Thursday died of the gun shot injuries yesterday (Friday) evening.

The Abiriba Community is calling on Abia State Government to intervene and ensure that the perpetrator faces the full wrath of the law.

Graduate Job At Shell Petroleum Development Company [APPLY NOW]

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April 20, 2024

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We strive to maintain a work environment where everyone can apply and develop skills and talents consistent with our values and business objectives. This applies to every employee, regardless of location, gender, ethnicity, and physical abilities.

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Finance Advisor, SAP FICO BW

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- Full Time
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This role has direct responsibility for SAP FICO BW support, including data exchange quality assurance, MI report preparation and support, SAP FICO BW end user capability building and support, and MI standardization and improvement projects support. The successful candidate is also expected to contribute to wider team deliverables and assist colleagues to balance peak loads/priorities.

The role has interfaces with Local & Global SAP teams, the rest of Finance team, Business/Functional Leads and teams across the organization. The successful candidate therefore gets opportunity to develop in IT, accounting and business finance areas, with an exposure to various stakeholders and finance processes.

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- Regularly conduct data integrity check on SAP BW FICO data and take proactive steps to resolve any issue
- Constantly monitor availability/performance of SAP BW and follow up any issue with the relevant SAP local and global teams for prompt resolution
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Participate in the development and review of training materials and support training delivery on best endeavour basis to increase SAP user effectiveness in FICO areas of the business
Assist SAP BW end users to create report bookmarks and provide super user support when required
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Collaborate with other stakeholders to ensure accurate cost mappings in the management information report
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Support implementation of global MI standards in the organization, including Touchless MI use cases
Continuous focus on improvement opportunities to reduce complexity and promote best practice

Qualifications and Requirements:

- Must have a Bachelor’s degree
- At least 4 years of relevant experience to the role.
- SAP Finance certification and working knowledge of other modules integration is a must
- Partial qualification in professional accounting program such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA will be an added advantage
- IT knowledge or skill is an added advantage

Prior experience in Management Information and Reporting will be an added advantage
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; adds insight that aids decision-making and value delivery
Excellent working knowledge of MS Excel & Powerpoint, and passion for working with data
Experience in the application of Touchless MI tools (like Power BI), or if not a keenness to acquire this knowledge
Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to remain resilient under pressure, manage conflicting priorities, whilst maintaining a strong value/risk focus to everything you do
Eagerness to learn and develop

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Successful candidate must be:

Able to climb a steep learning curve and work independently with minimal supervision within a very short period
Excellent team player with demonstrated ability to contribute positively to team dynamics, with a balanced focus on delivery, development and personal life
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Willing to work non-standard hours at month ends and quarter ends, if necessary

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Senate Warns That Looted Funds Should Not Be Used For Banks Recapitalisation

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April 19, 2024

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The Senate Committee on Capital Market & Institutions has cautioned against the potential risks of utilizing laundered funds for the recapitalization of banks.

The Chairman of the Committee, Senator Osita Izunazo, during the 2nd Quarter Symposium organized by the Association of Capital Market Academics of Nigeria (ACMAN), urged the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to intensify efforts in ensuring that only legitimate sources of capital are used in the process.

According to him, “The recapitalisation programme comes with unique risks especially when banks opt for the private placement route. The CBN should intensify efforts to ensure that laundered funds are not used to recapitalize the banks and that only fit and proper persons end up as significant shareholders,” underscoring the importance of maintaining the integrity of the banking system.

Izunazo stressed that such risks are mitigated when banks opt for capital raising through the stock market, which provides an additional layer of scrutiny in addition to that being carried out by the CBN.

The senator expressed confidence in the resilience of the Nigerian capital market to meet the funding needs of banks undergoing recapitalization.

He stated “I am convinced that the Nigerian capital market has the depth and breadth to meet the funding needs of all the banks that will eventually approach the market for fresh capital during the two-year period of the recapitalization programme.”

Izunazo further highlighted the nexus between the money and capital markets, emphasizing the potential positive impact of a successful recapitalization program on the broader financial landscape.

On his part, the President/Chairman of Council of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN), Ken Opara, lauded the objective of the CBN to enhance the banking industry’s resilience and rebuild an economy grappling with high inflation and currency instability.

He added that “The Apex Bank estimates that the recapitalization process will support achieving a $1 trillion economy by 2030.”

Opara said that past recapitalization exercises had significant impacts including the increase in total bank lending and the reduction of non-performing loans (NPLs) to total loans ratio and in stabilizing financial systems during crises.

Eight Nigerians Arrested In South Africa Over Alleged Attack On Policemen

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April 19, 2024

The South African Police Service (SAPS) have arrested eight Nigerians for allegedly attacking the operatives and damaging their vehicles during a drug raid.

The Northern Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola, confirmed the incident that happened in the Northern Cape on Friday.

According to a South African Police Service (SAPS) statement, at the time of the arrest, police were tracing information of one of the Nigerian nationals in possession of drugs.

“While conducting this search, a large group of Nigerians attacked police. Police fired rubber bullets to disperse the crowd,” SAPS said.

One suspect was arrested for illegal drug possession and three were detained at Kimberley Police Station for public violence, South African Government News Agency said.

In addition, while the policemen were processing the case, suspects broke windows at the station. The police have since added charges of malicious damage to property.

The South African police added, “Another group of Nigerians later approached the police station and threatened to retaliate. The Operational Commander warned the group to disperse.”

Upon dispersing, the group damaged police vehicles, while another four suspects were arrested for malicious damage to property.

Otola has since condemned this behaviour and stated that those who hinder police from exercising their duties will be brutally dealt with.

“We will not allow such lawless behaviour. We are processing the suspects and working with Home Affairs to determine if they are legally or illegally in the country. Police will continue to stamp the authority of the state in the Northern Cape,” he stated.

“We will not allow such lawless behaviour. We are processing the suspects and working with Home Affairs to determine if they are legally or illegally in the country.

“Police will continue to stamp the authority of the state in the Northern Cape Province,” he added.

After Whisking Yahaya Bello Away, Lawyer Wants Gov. Ododo Impeached

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April 19, 2024

A human rights lawyer, Deji Ajare, has urged the Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Umar Yusuf, to begin impeachment proceedings against the Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, over allegations of misconduct and abuse of office.

Ajare made the call in a letter addressed to the speaker, through the clerk of the House on Friday.

According to him, the use of the governor’s motorcade to ferry away the embattled former governor of the state, Yahaya Bello, amounted to the harbouring of a fugitive, obstruction of justice, and the misuse of state resources.

Governor had whisked away his predecessor at about 4:20 pm on Wednesday, after operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission besieged the latter’s Abuja residence, to arrest him in connection with an N80.2bn money laundering case.

Following his escape, the EFCC declared the ex-governor wanted while the Nigeria Immigration Service placed him on its watchlist. The Inspector General of Police also has directed the withdrawal of all Police units attached to the former Governor.

Ajare, in his letter, also called on the assembly to cooperate with the EFCC and ensure all individuals involved are available for questioning and investigations.

“In the light of the above allegations and the inherent potential breaches of statutory duties imposed by the Constitution and other relevant laws of our country, these actions, if proven true, amount to gross misconduct and warrant immediate investigation and commencement of impeachment proceedings.

“I hereby call on the Kogi State House of Assembly under your leadership to initiate a thorough inquiry into these allegations by Section 188 of the Nigerian Constitution, to ascertain the truth and to hold Governor Usman Ododo accountable if the allegations are found to be true.

“I also urge the Kogi State House of Assembly to cooperate with national law enforcement agencies, including the EFCC, to ensure all individuals involved are available for questioning and to facilitate a smooth investigation”, he said.

He further implored the House of Assembly to take swift and decisive actions, noting the effect of the “misgovernance implied in these allegations” on the people of the state.

“I thank you as I look forward to your urgent attention to this issue. I trust in your commitment to uphold the Constitution and the laws of our land for the betterment of our state and its people”, the letter also read.

However, the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Mohammed Yabagi, who spoke to our correspondent via telephone, said neither the Clerk nor the Speaker had received such a letter.

Yabagi added that the House had not seen any valid reasons to begin impeachment processe against the governor and that there was no evidence that the governor prevented security agencies from arresting Yahaya Bello.

“Anybody in the public has their perception of the matter. But the House has not seen any reason, none of the members of the House were there, and none of them saw the governor trying to prevent the security agencies from doing their job. As far as the Assembly is concerned, the Assembly supports all constitutionally recognised security agencies. We have not seen any reason why the House should commence any impeachment processes.

“For context, as far as the Executive is concerned, the immediate past governor was not even at his Abuja residence, and there’s no concrete evidence that the Executive Governor prevented them from doing their constitutionally recognised job. The House is yet to receive such a letter, and the Speaker is yet to have any knowledge of such a letter,” he said.

Meanwhile, all efforts to reach the Special Adviser on Media to the Kogi State Governor, Ismaila Isah, proved abortive, as his number was switched off.

However, the Kogi State Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, debunked reports that Ododo helped Bello, beat security operatives who wanted to arrest him.

Fanwo in an interview with Channels TV on Thursday said the governor was committed to upholding the laws of the country, including respecting its legal processes.

“Governor Ododo did not assist in Bello’s departure from his residence; the EFCC’s claims are misinformation aimed at furthering their objectives. Bello is not evading anyone; the existing court injunction protects his fundamental rights,” he said.

81-Year-Old Chief Godswill Mbila Set For Burial April 27 (SEE POSTER)

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April 19, 2024

81-Year-Old Chief Godswill Mbila Set For Burial April 27 (SEE POSTER)

Plans have been concluded for the final burial of late Engr. Chief Godswill Elebue Mbila who passed away at the age of 81.

He will be laid to rest on April 27, 2024 in his country home, Ndi Ikpo compound, Ndi Uduma Awoke in Ohafia local government area of Abia State.

A burial arrangement released on behalf of the family by Mbila Obinna Elebua says a sing-song service will be held in honour of the late octogenarian at his residence, FHE Ogbor-Hill Aba on April 24.

According to the burial arrangement, on April 26, a commendation service will hold at the Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, Ehere Model Parish.

On the same day, a wake-keep will be held in his honour at his compound, Mission Hill, Ndi Uduma in Umuahia.

His burial on April 27 will take place after a funeral service by the Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, Uduma Parish, Ndi Uduma Awoke Ohafia Abia State.

A thanksgiving service will be held at the Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, Uduma Parish on Sunday, April 28.

The family urges friends and well-wishers to join as it bids farewell to its patriarch in grand style.

Account Officers At Dangote Group [APPLY NOW]

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April 19, 2024