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PAGE 2 — SUNDAY VANGUARD, AUGUST 18, 2019 •The newly installed President, Rotary Club of Victoria Island East, Lagos, Rotarian Gbemi Oyeneyin (middle), flanked by the District 9110 Governor–elect, Rotarian Bola Oyebade (1st left), Assistant District 9110 Nigeria Governor, Rotarian Sam Nwakohu (4th left), a Past District Governor, Rotarian Dr Michael Olawale Cole (beside Rotarian Oyeneyin) and the inducted members of the Club at the Installation of Rotarian Gbemi Oyeneyin as the 33rd President, Rotary Club of Victoria Island East, Lagos held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Man’s house burnt for killing neighbour’s dog By Ikechukwu Odu A 38-yr-old man, Sunday Ugwuoke, has lost all his property and his house almost burnt when his neighbours attacked him for killing their dog. Ugwuoke, who spoke to Sunday Vanguard, yesterday, at his country home at Ama Ogwuo Edem, in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State, explained that he came out to ease himself at about 10:30 pm, yesterday, when he noticed the movement of an animal around his door. He said that he was shocked to notice the strange animal lurking around his door and attempting to attack him which made him to hit it with a rod, adding that it cried out and attracted the attention of the owners. Ugwuoke, who trades in automobile parts at the Mechanic Village, Nsukka, said he was surprised when one of his neighbours, emerged from the backyard and threatened him for hitting the animal. He added that the threat provoked him further and he went inside, got his cutlass and severed the animal into two. At that point, Ugwuoke said the neighbour ran home and mobilised his two brothers, adding that when he saw them running THE Chairman of the Enugu State sectoral adhoc committee on Finance, Review of Internally Generated Revenue and International Development Partners’ Funding, Prof. Godwin Owoh, has commended Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi for the innovation and far-reaching reforms his administration introduced in the State Internal Revenue Service, which, he said, was responsible for the impressive increase in its Internally Generated Revenue (IGR). Owoh noted with delight that Enugu is leading and has one of the strongest IGR automation mechanisms in the country, based on their “comparative analysis of about six similar states” in terms of accessing, collection and ac- *Part of the house still intact after the arson towards his house, and knowing that he could not challenge them, he withdrew to the backyard from where he watched helplessly as they destroyed his property. He said they started destroying things when they searched for him thoroughly without success. He also said that when By Harris Emmanuel NIGERIA has a deficit o f 24.7 million prepaid meters as electricity consumers continue to receive estimated bills from distribution companies in spite of epileptic power supply, Chief Executive Officer of Metering Solutions Manufacturing Services Limited, Adebisi Adeniyi, has said. He spoke in Awa, Onna Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State they had damaged all the property in his room, they brought out his mattress, positioned it on the roof of the house before setting it ablaze, saying the flame woke residents from their sleep as they rushed to the scene to save the building from getting burnt. •From left: Mr Folorunso Coker,Director General,Federal Ministry of Tourism;Hon Tolulope Sodipe,member, Federal House of Representatives, Oluyole Constituency;Mrs Bamidele Abiodun,First Lady of Ogun State;Chief Haresh Aswani,Managing Director,Tolaram Group and Dr Bartholomew Brai,President Nutrition Society of Nigeria,during the formal launch of Goodlife Magic fruit drinks in Lagos. Nigeria needs 24.7m prepaid meters — Expert According to him, while the Nigerian Electricity Regulation Company (NERC) says 4.7 million Nigerians were in need of prepaid meters, real estate developers have a gap of 20 million. This, he said, shows that 24.7 million Nigerians require prepaid meters, adding that his company had commenced the roll out of pre-paid meters for Port Harcourt, Eko and Kano Electricity Distribution Companies as part of efforts to eliminate estimated billing. Enugu is leading in IGR automation, says Finance Committee Chairman counting for tax and other government revenues. The chairman spoke when he led members of his committee alongside other remaining four committees in the second batch of the 12 sectoral adhoc committees, constituted by Gov. Ugwunayi on review of various sectors of government for optimized service delivery and advancement of good governance, to submit their reports. The four committees that also submitted their reports were Agriculture and Rural Development; Lands, Housing and Transport; Sustainable Environmental and Urban Management; and Youths and Sports Development, while Education; Health; Water; Justice; Chieftaincy/Community Matters; Public Service; and Security Review Committees had earlier submitted their reports. Speaking further, Owoh stated that the finance committee worked in accordance with its terms of reference, adding that they narrowed down to key specifics and made critical findings after data gathering and extensive engagements with relevant stakeholders. s part of its avowed Acommitment to ensure Nigeria produce quality products and support the local content drive of the Federal Government, LS Scientifics Limited, a quality control company based in Lagos, Abuja and London has unveiled four quality control labs of international standard in Lagos. By Lawani Mikairu THE Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria , FAAN , yesterday, said with effect from August 24, the runway at Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu will be closed for major repairs on the airfield. This came as one of the two airlines currently operating flights to the airport, Air Peace, commended FAAN and the Federal Government for taking the bold decision to close the airport for repairs Confirming the closure, Mrs Henrietta Yakubu ,General Manager, Corporate Affairs, FAAN , said “The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, hereby notifies airlines, passengers and all other stakeholders that effective 00:00 on 24th August, 2019, the runway at Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu will be closed for major repairs and works on the airfield”. “This move is aimed at resolving the existing Safety/Security concerns to flight operations. A date to reopen the runway will be communicated in due course,” she said. Responding, Ugwuanyi, who appreciated the members of the committees for their commitment and diligence in the discharge of their tasks, noted with delight the enthusiasm and positive feedback that greeted the exercise, describing it as a source of motivation. FAAN to close Enugu Airport for repairs Speaking on the move, Allen Onyema Chairman, and CEO, Air Peace, said, “The management and staff of Air Peace wish to commend the FG for the decision to close the Enugu international Airport in order to allow a proper repair and maintenance of the airports runway which has given us serious safety concerns. “We will not fail to thank the Federal Government for AMBASSADOR Eze N. Ebere has asked President Muhammadu Buhari to revisit the removal of former IGP Suleiman Abba who “former President Goodluck Jonathan angrily and illegally sacked for losing 2015 presidential election on the grounds that he went to welcome General Buhari at the airport”. Ebere pleaded with the “It is what you use that you ultimately pay for. You do not pay for what you do not use. I have been a victim. So, it is my responsibility now as a product champion to ensure that others do not fall victim”, he said. Adeniyi, who described the company as not only the biggest in sub-Saharan African but on the entire African continent in terms of metering solution, said with a capacity of three million pre-paid meters per annum on a single shift, it is capable of producing six million working in two shifts in a year. “Our facility is clearly and arguably the biggest in Africa in terms of metering solution. People always said we are the biggest in sub-Saharan Africa but I have since come to realize that we are actually the biggest in Africa. That’s the truth”, the CEO added. “We work in three major activities. We assemble SKDs which is a semi knock down component for prepaid meters, two and three phases. We also go into what we call Injunction Moulding for the manufacture of meter boxes, because all our boxes are pole mounted. “So we need boxes to accommodate them when they are outside because of the weather. And the third thing we do is to assemble those metals, the assembled SKDs into the manufactured metal boxes, that is why we call it Metering Solution Manufacturing Company”. Firm unveils analytical labs to support local content Speaking during the unveiling ceremony which was attended by the representative of NAFDAC, SON and other stakeholders, the Managing Director of LS Scientific Limited, Mr. Olumurewa Odunjo said that the company has invested over N300m, assuring that products manufactured in Nigeria would be safer, the appointment of Capt. Yadudu as the Managing Director of FAAN. His appointment is a testimony to the Federal Government’s resolve to put result driven persons at the helm of its agencies. Air Peace is not alone in this thought. Since his coming, airlines have started enjoying the services that would definitely improve the standards in the industry”. Envoy asks Buhari to review IGP Suleiman Abba’s removal healthier and scientifically advanced in terms of technology. He noted that the labs, which include, Chemistry lab, Microbiology Lab, Instrumentation Lab and Technical Repair and Calibration Lab was installed to improve quality of locallymade products for export and is affordable. President to compensate the former top cop. The Executive Director of Eze Ebere Foundation, who noted that he was the first elite to see Buhari goodwill that made him endorse his re-election ahead of the February 23, 2019 elections, said: “It will be very good to reward every good work done by any Nigerian, particularly former IGP Suleman Abba who is a very good man. “His illegal sack brought a lot of gaps in the police and I believe this is one of the reasons we are experiencing the level of security challenges we are facing today in this country. “Abba should have retired this year 2019. Now imagine how we have wasted the experience that would have helped to resolve our security challenges today” . The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) National Life Patron disclosed his plan to collaborate with the leadership of NANS and the National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS) to engage universities, among other educational institutions, over continued students taking of their lives because of failed examinations. Ebere spoke against the backdrop of the reported suicide of a student of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife over failed examination. The deceased was the latest in the strings of students’ suicides in recent times. A copy of her academic records obtained from her portal page showed that she had many outstanding courses (carryovers).
Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State (left) receiving blessings from the Bishop of Umuahia and Apostolic Administrator of Ahiara Doicese, His Lordship, Most Rev. Dr. Lucius Ugorji, during the Thanksgiving Mass to mark this year's "Iri Ji Mbaise Festival", held at the Maria Mater Ecclesiae Cathedral, Ahiara, Mbaise, Imo State, weekend. Buhari, PDP congratulate Babangida at 78 By Johnbosco Agbakwuru & Dirisu Yakubu P RESIDENT hammadu Buhari Mu has congratulated former military President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida on his 78th birthday. Buhari, in a message to the former Head of State, according to a statement by his 505 heroic stories from states and locations across the six geo-political zones of Nigeria have been received for the 2019 edition of the Indomie Independence Day Award (IIDA) of Dufil Prima Foods. IIDA is a national award event, which identifies, celebrates and rewards the exemplary accomplishments of children, who have shown courage and determination in situations that ordinarily would bring fear. The award also encourages excellence and diligence in children. A breakdown of the stories entered reveal that the South- Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu, said Nigerians will be looking up to Babangida for guidance. “On behalf of the Federal Executive Council, my family and all Nigerians, please accept my warm felicitations on your 78th birthday”, Buhari said. “On this special day of your AMCON Chairman Banire loses mum Late Alhaja Sarat Banire West geo-political zone had 99 entries, followed by the North-West (85 stories), South- East (77 stories), South-South (74 stories), North central (68 stories) while the online and social media platforms matched with 102 entries, totalling 505 inspiring stories. life, the reminiscences of your courage and invaluable service to the army in protecting the sovereignty of the country come to the fore. Thank you for the role of statesman you are playing in the affairs the nation. “As you age gracefully, the country will continue to look up to you for guidance and wisdom. May Allah continue to increase your health and SUNDAY VANGUARD, AUGUST 18, 2019, PAGE 3 L-R: Mrs. Esther Dada and daughter, Ms Temitope Oturu during the 70th birthday celebration of Mrs. Dada at Ota, Ogun State recently. How I was attac acked by y suspected ed IPoB members s in Germany – Ekweremadu Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the Igbo apex socio-cultural organisation, has condemned the alleged attack on former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ike Ekweremadu, by suspected members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, in Germany. Ohanaeze Ndigbo urged German law enforcement agencies to bring the perpetrators to justice, describing the attack as a disgrace. In a statement, Chief Nnia Nwodo, President General of Ohanaeze said: “The assault on Ekweremadu by Igbo in Germany, described as IPOB, is disappointing, grotesque and dangerous for Igbo solidarity. “This violent, rude, impertinent, divisive and discourteous style of IPOB or 2019 Indomie Independence Day y Awar ard records 505 entries IPOB-instigated miscreants is damaging to our cause. It strengthens the case of those who describe them as terrorists and weaken our case against the infringement of our fundamental human rights. “Ekweremadu negotiated the sureties and securities for Nnamdi Kanu’s release on bail. He does not deserve this harassment and disgrace. A disgrace to him is a dishonour to theIgbo race. “Whilst I condemn the attack on our revered son and leader, I call on the law enforcement agencies in Germany to bring to book the perpetrators of this despicable act. It is un- Igbo. It is disgraceful.” Meanwhile, Ekweremadu, last night, confirmed a physical assault on him by some members of IPoB in Germany. ALHAJA Sarat Ban ire, mother of the Chairman of Assets Management Corporation of Nigeria, AMCON, Dr Muiz Banire, SAN, on Friday night passed on at the ripe age of 92. A short statement released by the Banire family said the remains of Alhaja Banire will be interred at the Ebony Vault, Alagbon close, Ikoyi, Lagos, yesterday, according to Islamic rites. The late matriarch of the Banire family is survived by relations and children including Muiz, who is also a former National Legal Adviser of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC; Alhaja Raimot Ajoke Banire, Mr Ajibola Banire, Dr Rasheed Oki and Mr. Ayoola Oke Enweremadu confirmed the attack in a statement released by his Media Assistant, Uche Anichukwu, in Abuja. The News Agency o Nigeria (NAN) reported that a 64- second video about the attack had gone viral on the social media earlier on Saturday. In the video, Ekweremadu was seen being violently questioned over his alleged conspiracy with the Federal Government to proscribe the IPOB in the South East and killing several of its followers. NAN further reports that there were initial speculations on the veracity of the video where the senator was attacked with eggs by the irate IPOB members. The senator who also gave account of the event on his social media handle, @iamekweremdu, however, assured that he was safe. He condemned the attack and said he had immediately reported it to the Nigerian grant you the strength to give your best to your family and the nation.”Also congratulating the former military President, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) described Babangida as patriotic, fearless and detribalised “who has dedicated his life for the unity, stability and development of our dear nation”. “General Babangida is celebrated for his many lega- Release Sowore now, detention undemocratic, Onitiri tells FG Ambassador to Germany, Mr Yusuf Tuggar. He said: “I attended the Second Annual Cultural Festival and Convention organised by Ndi-Igbo Germany in Nurnberg today where I was billed to give a keynote address along with the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Nnia Nwodo, who, however could not make it eventually. “I was given a resounding welcome by Ndigbo in Germany and everything went smoothly until some men, who identified themselves as IPOB members stormed the venue and began to complain about the killings in the South East, stressing that there would be no Igbo event at the venue. “I tried to engage them, but when they became unruly, I had to leave the venue. The organisers also invited the police and I was accompanied out of the Speaking on the concluded nationwide search exercise and call-for-entry, the Group Public Relations and Events Manager, Dufil Prima Foods, Mr. Tope Ashiwaju, stated that the progress report, which the brand has received from the search team, right from the venue. “Much as I am disappointed in their conduct, especially as I am one of the persons, who have spoken up on justice for Ndigbo, the Python Dance, judicial killings in Igbo land and elsewhere both on the floor of the Senate and in my written and personal engagements with the Presidency and the media as well as rallied the South East Senate Caucus to secure Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s release with Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe taking him on bail to douse tension in the South East, I nevertheless do not hold this to heart against them, for they know not what they do. “I have received thousands of solidarity calls and messages from well meaning Ndigbo. I want to assure them that I am hail and hearty. I have also spoken with the Nigerian Ambassador to Germany, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar.” commencement of the search which kicked-off about three months ago, has once again proven that children across this great nation exhibit several outstanding acts on a daily basis which should be rewarded. cies while in office as well as his steadfastness and exceptional commitment towards national cohesion, tolerance and peaceful coexistence in our country”, the party said in statement. “Indeed, from this great Nigerian flows an enduring lesson in selfless service. His life epitomizes the true virtue of statesmanship and the fact that one can indeed climb to the very top and yet remain humble and accessible”. A Peoples’ Democratic Party, PDP chieftain, Chief Adesunbo Onitiri, has urged the Federal Government to release Mr. Omoyele Sowore from detention immediately. In a statement issued in Lagos at the weekend, Onitiri said the detention was unnecessary, undemocratic, unpopular and unconstitutional. “On behalf of millions of Nigerian democrats and peace-loving citizens, I plead with President Muhammadu Buhari government to release the convener of ‘Revolution Now’, Omoyele Sowore, as his detention is undemocratic, diversionary and will continue to heat up the polity”, he said in the statement. He said Nigerians’ fundamental human rights to freedom of speech, association and assembly cannot be taken away from them by any government. “Besides, we wish to plead with our judiciary not to work against the people, as Nigerians shall hold the judiciary responsible if our democracy should fail”, he said. “We have come a long way to achieve this fledging democracy and it should never fail. We implore our judiciary to be courageous, stand firm with the people of Nigeria and defend our democracy.” Chief Onitiri emphasised the importance of the judiciary as the last hope of our people and strongest pillar of our democracy. Judgement without fair trial should stop”. War against criminals: When Dapo Abiodun read riot act to kidnappers, others By Femi Onasanya he people of Ogun State Tmay have good reason to remember the just concluded Eid-el-Kabir festival. Beyond the spiritual notes and gaiety that usually attend the festival, this year’s Sallah festival had so many mementos to cherish. Apart from the fact that the festival was celebrated in a convivial atmosphere, reinforcing the bond of brotherliness and good neighbourliness that exists among the people of the state, the celebration was devoid of any unsavoury event. Also, on that day, the industrious Ogun people received a very reassuring gift from a man who had sworn to protect their interests always, the governor of the state, Prince Dapo Abiodun. And this gift is none other than the renewal of his vow to ensure the safety of all residents in the state no matter their status, when he made a bold declaration that outlawed criminals in the state. In other words, the Ogun State governor was emphatic when he read a riot act to criminals who might be planning to carry out their ignoble activities in any part of the state. Governor Abiodun, who did not hide his aversion for criminals who have been marauding and terrorising people all over the place, seized the unique Sallah event to pass his message when he played host to leaders of the Muslim community in Remoland at Iperu, his home town. The Muslim leaders, League of Imams, led by the Chief Imam of Remoland, Sheik Junaid Abdukadiri, was at Iperu to felicitate him on the occasion of Sallah and also offered prayer for him and the state, especially on the pervading insecurity in the country. The governor had in the spirit of the occasion reassured the Muslim leaders of the strong resolve of his administration to ensure that lives of Ogun indigenes and other residents in the state matter. Abiodun’s avowal to protect of life and property of the people under his charge is viewed generally as the perfect elixir for this troubling times. With growing insecurity across the nation, made more strenuous by incidence of banditry and kidnapping, many a Nigerian now lives perennially in fear. From the far North to the edge of the South, and indeed the South- West, where life and living used to be luxuriant, the situation has changed drastically. There is hardly a day that the news media would not be awash with reports of either deaths from banditry, unknown gunmen or kidnappings on the nation’s highways. Ogun had its own share recently when some hoodlums struck on the highways in the state. Seven persons were abducted. Though the victims, with the concerted efforts of security agencies in the state, have now regained their freedom, the Ogun governor had referenced those incidents in his response to the Muslim leaders’ apprehension and vowed that such incidents would never be allowed in his domain again. “You will recall that there were two cases of kidnapping along Lagos-Ibadan expressway, involving seven victims in all. •Onasanya works with the Ogun State information ministry
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