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SEUN KUTI TAKES ‘MOVEMENT OF THE PEOPLE’ TO KOGI

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Warns Oppressors to be ready for the Movement of the People.

It was a moment of brainstorming, in Kabba, the Kogi West Senatorial headquarters of Kogi State, on the 8th of December, at the prestigious Kabba Development Union secretariat (K.D.U).

The program was hosted by Sheyi Babaeko, with the theme: State of the Nation: M.O.P as the viable alternative and a paradigm shift from poverty to prosperity.

The program started at exactly 2pm, with rendition of the National Anthem, followed by the introduction of guests, the eloquent and notable MC. Dan Yori, welcomed dignitaries and personalities in attendance Such as comrade Ayo Ogedengbe , The National Communications Strategist of NRM, a resistance movement against oppression and Neo-colonisation, others Included Comrade(s) Opeyemi Havana, Lekan Olowu, Enietan Aliu, Ojo Victor, Lekan Ajibulu and Nayo, the SDP Chairmanship candidate for the December 12 Kabba Bunu Local Government election, Babalowe and a host of other personalities who graced the occasion.

It was after the introduction of guests that the MC handed over the microphone to Sheyi Babaeko the host, who set the ball rolling on what measures the MOP has in place to be able to Move Nigeria and Nigerians forward from poverty to prosperity, other questions included how the MOP intends to address the escalating security situation in Nigeria, the rising unemployment, the collapse of our educational and health sector.

Seun Kuti, the politically adroit artist of note, Grammy Award nominee and activist of unblemished repute wasted no time in tackling the questions raised by the host and the spirited audience.

On Security, he said collective efforts will be put in place to address Insecurity, he said MOP will invest hugely on human capital development, Infrastructure and rebuilding the Security architecture by increasing budgetary allocation to the Security sector, employ competent hands with modern equipment to eradicate Insecurity, he also said youths unemployment will be addressed with about 12-15% of the budget allocated to Agriculture.

As a pan Africanist, with genuine commitment to build a New Nigeria, the MOP will return power to the people and that’s why we brought this message to Kabba, in Kogi State because of the strategic location of Kogi State, not minding the present oppressive Government in the state.

On the security, once again, let us all clearly note that ultimately, the more we secure the future of Nigerian people, the less insecurity there will be.

The budgetary allocation to education will be 25% and the very best of hands who are Nigerians will be called upon to revive the educational sector, with a review of our archaic curriculums, it is time to organize the Nigerian people and build the most advanced stage of political process that will remove Charlatans masquerading themselves as the peoples leaders, be it at the Federal, States and local Government levels he further posited.

The program thereafter gave a 1 Minute silence in respect of all the victims of Endsars protesters who died across the country before moving on to the inauguration of coordinators for MOP across the 21 Local Government.

With this inauguration, let all our oppressors be prepared for the movement of the people. Enough is indeed Enough he concluded!

The Host thanked everyone for coming, called for group pictures and prayed that God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria

Comrade Odion Ozeigbe

Communications Executive

Movement of The People

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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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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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