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Akpabio, an Advocate of Education Best For President-  Group

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A group of Nigerian Professionals, Godswill Akpabio Uncommon Transformational Support Organisation (GAUTSO) has described the former Governor and the current Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Godswill Akpabio as an advocate of quality education who will repeat and improve on what he did in Akwa Ibom State if given the opportunity to lead the country as President come 2023.

According to the spokesperson of the group, Chief Bennet Akah, before the emergence  of Godswill Akapabio as Governor of the state known as Land of Promise, the general perception was that the indigenes of the state were only good enough to be housemaids, houseboys and cooks but he changed all that in just a few years at the helm.

Akpabio, he noted, did the magic as a man of vision by investing massively in education infrastructure, upgrading schools and then offering free education for students in both primary and secondary schools.

That was not all, he also encouraged vocational educational and training on soft skills.

“By extension, he helped to improve human capital development in the state, gave his people hope and a sense of belonging which are essentials that Nigerians need at the moment.

He continued “  “When he was governor, Senator Akpabio said and I quote “ the ultimate objective of my administration will be free and compulsory education policy to raise the literacy rate in the State to 99% in the next 10 years and produce a vibrant population of educated people and workforce for Nigeria.“

With the free and compulsory education programme, our state is sure of a literate and well empowered man power population that can defend their rights and make maximum contributions to the development of the state and the nation.”

‘The uncommon governor also said in the near future, Akwa Ibom would have a reservoir of skilled  manpower that will be an answer to the national development problems; a manpower base that will help to do like Pakistan and India that are exporting technicians, technologists and computer engineers all over the world”

Akar stated further “For Akpabio, while pessimists in government see impossibilities, he is always seeing opportunities to change the lives of the people that  is why our group believes that if elected the issue of lecturers strike in our Universities will be history because he has shown capacity like what he did with the expansion of the Akwa Ibom State University  and  transforming the Maritime Academy, Oron to a university.

“Again, as a detribalized Nigerian, the federal institution in Akwa Ibom was not left unattended under his watch, the University of Uyo , regained accreditation in 28 courses hitherto lost  before he became governor , he added over 10 buildings while other infrastructural facilities were upgraded as well as tarred 3.5 kilometers of internal roads in the institution.

In summary, we are saying as a group that Akpabio is the answer to our perennial problem in our educational sector because has done it before and can to do it again.

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Former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, Spends Second Night In EFCC’s Cell Over N1.3 Trillion Alleged Fraud

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Immediate past governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, who was arrested and detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has spent second night in the custody of the anti-graft commission.

 

Okowa is currently being investigated and detained over the alleged diversion of N1.3 trillion.

 

The N1.3 trillion reportedly represents the 13% derivation fund from the federation account between 2015 and 2023.

 

According to sources within the commission, Okowa was invited to the EFCC office in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, where he’s subsequently detained by officials.

 

One of the sources stated, “Okowa was at our Port Harcourt office following an invitation from investigators probing the allegations against him. He was then arrested. The commission is investigating him regarding the N1.3 trillion 13% derivation fund from the federation account between 2015 and 2023.

 

“He is also accused of failing to account for the funds, as well as another N40 billion he allegedly claimed was used to acquire shares in UTM Floating Liquefied Natural Gas. He reportedly bought shares worth N40 billion in one of the country’s major banks, representing an 8% equity stake, to support the offshore LNG project. The funds are alleged to have been misappropriated for other purposes.

Investigators are also examining the alleged diversion of funds by the former governor to acquire estates in Abuja and Asaba, Delta State. He is currently being held at the EFCC facility in Port Harcourt.

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Lagos Government Shuts Down Redeemed Church, Celestial Church, Clubs, Event Centres Over Noise Pollution

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November 6, 2024

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The Lagos State government has shut down a branch of Pastor E. A. Adeboye’s Redeemed Christian Church of God, a Celestial church, nightclubs and event centres over noise pollution.

The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, who made this known on Wednesday, said the churches, clubs and event centres were sealed on Tuesday by the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) in the Ogudu, Gbagada, Iyana Ejigbo, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Oshodi, Ilasamaja, and Okota areas of the state.

The sealed establishments include: Redeemed Christian Church of God, Celestial Church of God, OMA Nightclub and Lounge, Lounge & Lodging, Bridge Spot Bar, Okiki Event Center and Hall, Emota Paradise Hotel (Phase 2), CF Hotel & Suites, House 27 Hotel & Suites, Echo Spring Hotel, and Smile T Continental Hotel.

The commissioner in a post on X said, “In a bid to address noise pollution and other environmental violations, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) took action yesterday, closing down several establishments across different parts of the state.

“This enforcement drive, focusing on areas like Ogudu, Gbagada, Iyana Ejigbo, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Oshodi, Ilasamaja, and Okota, is part of LASEPA’s continuous efforts to uphold environmental standards and safeguard public health.

“The affected establishments include Honourable Lounge & Lodging, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Celestial Church of God, OMA Nightclub and Lounge, Bridge Spot Bar, Okiki Event Center and Hall, Emota Paradise Hotel (Phase 2), CF Hotel & Suites, House 27 Hotel & Suites, Echo Spring Hotel, and Smile T Continental Hotel.”

 

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Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja: Tinubu directs flags be flown at half-mast

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President Bola Tinubu has directed that Nigeria’s national flags be flown at half mast for seven days across the country to mourn the passing of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja.

The late Army chief, who was appointed by Tinubu on 19 June 2023, was said to have passed away on Tuesday night after a prolonged illness.

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, in a statement on Wednesday by his office Director of Information & Public Relations, Segun Imohiosen, said the president expressed regret over Lagbaja’s death.

Akume said, “President Bola Tinubu has expressed regret following the death of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, after a brief illness at the age of 56.

“The President has directed that national flags be flown at half mast throughout the country for seven days in honour of the departed Army chief.

“He profoundly appreciates the services of the departed to the nation and wishes the family the fortitude to bear the great loss.”

Meanwhile, the Ministers of Defence, Mohammed Badaru and Bello Matawalle, have commiserated with the president, the military, and Lagbaja’s family over his death.

In a statement by the Ministry’s spokesperson, Henshaw Ogubike, the ministers described Lagbaja’s death as a great loss to his family, the Army, and the nation at large.

“The passing on to eternal glory shocked us at the Ministry of Defence, as our working relationship with him was commendable; he exhibited the spirit of camaraderie and cooperation with us in the discharge of our mandate.

“The late Chief of Army Staff contributed significantly to internal security operations across Nigeria and also exhibited a high level of professionalism.

“He will be greatly missed by the family, the military, and the nation, as he served the nation with commitment and dedication,” the statement added.

 

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