RIVERS SECURITY: NIGERIAN ARMY DISLODGES CRIMINAL GANGS

The Nigerian Army has continued to dislodge criminal gangs in Omoku, River state, following the terror that was unleashed in parts of the state during the December 10 rerun elections. It was confirmed that 15 people were horrifically murdered including a soldier, two policemen, four personnel of the Civil Defence Corps and eight civilians, while ammunition, weapons and vehicles were taken away by the bandits. 

The General Officer Commanding 6 division, Major General Kasimu Abdulkareem, disclosed this while parading arms, ammunition and other items recovered from some of the criminal dens. Abdulkareem, explained that the operation is in continuation of a clean-up exercise to recover and mop up illegally acquired weapons from cultists and militants who continue to terrorise communities and some parts of the country in general.

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PHOTOS: WEEKS AFTER BEGGING DAVIDO FOR A PAIR OF HIS SHOES, SIMI BEGS WIZKID FOR JACKET (MUST SEE)

Few weeks back, November to be precise, Singer Simi took to her Twitter to tell Davido about the blue shoes she saw on his snapchat.. she gushed about the shoes on twitter and tagged the DMW Boss.

Davido reponded and asked if she wanted the shoes, she said yes.. and the DMW boss gave it to her.

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GUNMEN ABDUCT KOGI TRADITIONAL RULER, DEMAND N20M RANSOM

Some unknown gunmen have abducted a traditional ruler in Kogi, a family source said in Lokoja on Sunday. The monarch, whose name was given as Alhaji Isah Achuja, the Ohi of Ajaokuta, was returning from Lokoja, the state capital, on Saturday when his vehicle was intercepted on the Lokoja-Ajaokuta road at gunpoint and the ruler taken to an unknown destination. A member of the royal family, who did not want his name in print, told newsmen that an aide to the traditional ruler and his driver narrowly escaped being hit by the bullets of the abductors. 

He said the abductors had already contacted the family and demanded a N20 million ransom. Contacted by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the State Police Command’s spokesman, ASP Williams Aya, said the incident had not been reported to the command. He, however, promised that police would swing into action in a bid to to rescue the monarch as soon as the details of the abduction were available. Share this:

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24 year old gets staff of office in Delta state

The  Oligbo Kingdom of Issele-Uku community in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta state has a new Obi,  24 year old Obi Nduka Ezeagwuna, who was recently handed his staff of office, by the state governor, Dr. Ifeanyi  Okowa.

The king had become the ruler of the land in 2014, after the death of his father and while, he was a 300 level petroleum engineering student at University of Ibadan.

Obi Nduka Ezeagwuna got married last year August to his beautiful wife, Chukwudumebi Rosemary at a carnival like ceremony.

In his remarks at his coronation ceremony, Ezeagwuna thanked the people of Issele-Uku, the Omo Noba Nedo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, the Oba of Benin, for the opportunity given to him to undergo an eye-opening orientation towards assuming the throne.

The monarch explained that the Issele-Uku royal succession process bequeathed to the people by their forebears, was well defined.

He said, “It takes a man of noble spirit to respect and abide by the process.”

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IMMUNISE YOUR CHILDREN AGAINST KILLER DISEASES, AMBODE’S WIFE COUNSELS MOTHERS

Wife of Lagos state governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode, on Sunday urged mothers to always immunize their children against killer diseases, just as she encouraged pregnant women to cultivate the habit of washing their hands to avoid infection. Mrs. Ambode, who spoke during the presentation of gifts to first babies of the year at three different health centres in the State, said it was important for mothers to always ensure that children have the full complement of routine immunization, while expectant mothers should always attend ante and post-natal clinics. 

The Wife of the Governor, during the celebration, presented gifts to first babies of the year at Badagry General Hospital, Amuwo Odofin Maternal and Child Centre and Lagos Island Maternity Hospital. The annual First- Baby- Of-The-Year celebration started in 2000 and the Office of the First Lady, through the initiative, celebrates the first baby born from 12 midnight on new year’s eve. Speaking at the occasion, Mrs Ambode said nursing mothers should take advantage of routine immunization provided by the State Government through the primary healthcare centres to protect their children. 

She said: “I would like to encourage mothers to always ensure that children have the full complement of routine immunization available in all the primary healthcare centres across the State, and to also make good use of family planning services. “Expectant mothers should cultivate the habit of washing their hands to avoid infection and should attend ante natal and post-natal clinics regularly,” she noted. 

Mrs. Ambode commended the State Government for transforming the health sector through massive infrastructure upgrade, personnel training and provision of modern equipment, adding that the new health insurance scheme planned for commencement soon, would significantly boost the State’s health credentials. She also thanked the corporate organizations that had partnered all the hospitals chosen for the first baby of the year programme and the State Government in the pursuit of excellent healthcare delivery, while urging other organizations to step up their corporate social responsibility efforts on worthy causes. Mrs. Ambode, however, counseled parents on the importance of birth registration upon delivery. Mum’s packs, baby essentials and other baby gifts were presented to the babies and their parents by the Wife of the Governor. 

The first baby was delivered in Badagry and Island Maternity at 12:01am simultaneously, both male, weighing 2.8kg and 3.1kg respectively.

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NEW YEAR TRAGEDY: SIBLINGS DROWN INSIDE RIVER, DIE

Tragedy struck at Oke-Ijetu along Ilesa garage in Osogbo, the state capital of Osun on the eve of new year as two siblings drowned inside a river and died. Our correspondent learnt on Sunday that the victims were teenagers. It was learnt that the victims had travelled to Osogbo to celebrate the new year festival. 

According to sources, the victims are from same parents. One of the eyewitnesses said, “the two siblings who are 16 and 14years of age respectively are playing football in a pitch very close to the river. “They came all the way from Lagos state to celebrate their new year with one of their elder sisters in Osogbo when they died. They drowned while attempting to pick their ball that felt into the river.” Our correspondent authoritatively gathered that the corpse of the two deceased were deposited at the Asuebiro hospital mortuary in Osogbo. 

When contacted the Osun state Police Public Relation Officer, Mrs. Folasade Odoro, confirmed ‎the incident but could not give concrete details.

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GTBank customers’ base rises as Buhari wins Porsche 911

The retail segment of Guaranty Trust Bank, GTBank Plc has continued to impact on the customers’ base of the bank, just as Abdulkareem Buhari,  wins  Porsche 911 Giveaway Draw for Platinum Banking Customers.

Divisional Head, Retail Lagos Island, GTBank Plc, Adeola Ogunyemi, disclosed that the retail customers has contributed significantly to boost to customer base higher and the Porsche give promo is part of the ways to reward loyal customer. The GTBank Porsche 911 Giveaway is part of the Bank’s Platinum rewards for its Platinum Banking Customers, a niche segment that enjoys premium products and dedicated services such as access to personal banking lounges, fast track banking services, Platinum MasterCards and specialized Credit Facilities as well as higher transaction limits on alternative channels.

Abdulkareem, a trader in Kaduna, won the brand new Porsche 911 Carrera after a raffle draw held at the corporate Head Office of Guaranty Trust Bank Plc. According to him “I am incredibly excited and immensely grateful to GTBank for such an amazing gift,” as he received the keys to his new Porsche from the CEO and Managing Director of GTBank, Mr Segun Agbaje. “The GTBank Porsche 911 Giveaway Draw is our special way of expressing our utmost gratitude to our customers for making our success possible,” said Mr. Agbaje. He further stated that, “As a bank that’s committed to creating memorable experiences, we are excited at how happy we have made one of our most loyal customers and we will continue to ensure that our customers get  the excellent service and best in-class financial solutions that they deserve.” 

GTBank has consistently played a leading role in Africa’s banking industry. The GTBank brand is regarded by industry watchers as one of the best run financial institutions across its subsidiary countries and serves as a role model within the financial service industry due to its bias for world class corporate governance standards, excellent service quality and innovation.

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