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  • UGHELLI – OHORO FOREST KILLINGS: Police Operatives Recover Police Arms Carted Away By Attackers, Arrest Suspects, Neutralize Bandits.

    UGHELLI – OHORO FOREST KILLINGS: Police Operatives Recover Police Arms Carted Away By Attackers, Arrest Suspects, Neutralize Bandits.

    ....As lGP Reaffirms Commitment to Reduce Crime to Barest Minimum

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    Leveraging on the recent charge on succinct intelligence gathering and sharing for effective operational deployments by the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, the Force Intelligence Department Intelligence Response Team (FID-IRT) has made significant strides in the ongoing efforts to combat crime and restore security in Delta State and beyond.

     

    In a Press release,signed by the Force Public Relation Officer Force Headquarters, Abuja, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, stated that the recent tragic events in Ohoro Forest, Ughelli Delta State, where some police operatives were ambushed and gruesomely murdered leading to the loss of thirteen (13) police rifles to the criminal suspects, the FID-IRT have successfully recovered ten (10) of these arms.

    According to the release,during a coordinated operation, the gallant operatives of the FID-IRT engaged the suspects in a gun duel which led to the neutralization of some of the suspects while the police operatives successfully reclaimed ten (10) of the stolen weapons, and recovered some arms used by the assailants.

    The Force spokesperson went on to say that the Nigeria Police has effectively addressed the kidnapping crisis that has plagued the Lagos-Ibadan expressway with the arrest of six (6) members of the notorious kidnapping gang terrorizing the area and the suspects are currently in custody, cooperating with ongoing investigations.

    The IGP Egbetokun went further to reassured the public that the Police will continue to employ all necessary measures to combat criminal activities across the nation as the safety and security of Nigerian citizens remain the top priority, noting that the Force is committed to maintaining peace and order through diligent and proactive efforts.

    He reiterated the determination of his leadership to creating a safe and secure environment for all citizens while appreciating their support and cooperation.

     

  • Late Pres. Raisi: Tinubu Condoles With Iran Government.

    Late Pres. Raisi: Tinubu Condoles With Iran Government.

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the government and people of the Islamic Republic of Iran over the passing of President Ebrahim Raisi; Iranian foreign minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and other officials in a helicopter crash.

    In a release signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale,President Tinubu expresses his profound grief over this disturbing tragedy while describing President Raisi as a leader who was passionately committed to the development of Iran.

    Tinubu commiserating with the bereaved families,prayed for the continuous peace, stability, and prosperity of the Iranian nation.

    He said “On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, the President assures the Islamic Republic of Nigeria’s support and prayers in this moment of grief.”he submitted

     

  • Fidelity Bank Distributes Food Packs to Families in Keffi

    Fidelity Bank Distributes Food Packs to Families in Keffi

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

    Leading financial institution -Fidelity Bank PLC -has distributed food packs to women, widows, children, and the vulnerable in Keffi, Nasarawa State as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities.

    Addressing newsmen in Keffi, Nasarawa state during the distribution event tagged, “Fidelity Food Bank Initiative”, which was carried out in partnership with ABBASID Charity Foundation, the Divisional Head, Brand and Communication Plc, Fidelity Bank, Meksley Nwagboh, emphasised the bank’s commitment to supporting communities all across Nigeria through its Food bank initiative.

    “Since April 2023 when we launched the Fidelity Food Bank initiative, we have distributed over 100,000 food packs in more than 100 communities nationwide. This is borne out of the premium we place on the wellbeing of our host communities as well as our commitment to support the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 1, 2 and 3 which speak to Poverty eradication, Zero Hunger and Good Health and Well-Being respectively.”

    On her part, the Founder of Abbasid Foundation, Hajia Hauwa Abbas, said the food bank drive started when she was chosen as the bank’s Food Bank partner in the North and listed some of the benefitting states to include Jigawa, Zamfara, Zaria, Kebbi Bauchi, Kano and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

    ”I am very pleased with Fidelity Bank because as much as they are doing business with us in our community, they are also giving back to us, especially women”.

    The food distribution event also saw Sen. Wadada Ahmed, representing Nasarawa West Senatorial District, leverage the Fidelity Food Bank outreach to provide additional food items to residents of the community.

    Senator Ahmed, who was represented by his wife, Zainab Wadada-Ahmed, said the move was in continuation of his philanthropic gesture to his constituents especially for orphans and widows.

    ”We are here today to give back to our people and considering the hardship in the country, this is the little that we can do. I appeal to well-meaning Nigerians to try and collaborate to see how we can help the people that do not have”, she said.

    Appreciating the gesture from the bank and her partners, one of the recipients, Mrs. Susan Nyikwagh, urged other well-meaning persons and organisations to take a cue from the bank and come to the aid of the vulnerable ones in the society.

    Ranked as one of the best banks in Nigeria, Fidelity Bank is a full-fledged customer commercial bank with over 8.5 million customers serviced across its 251 business offices in Nigeria and the United Kingdom as well as on digital banking channels.

    The bank has won multiple local and international awards including the Export Finance Bank of the Year at the 2023 BusinessDay Banks and Other Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards, the Best Payment Solution Provider Nigeria 2023 and Best SME Bank Nigeria 2022 by the Global Banking and Finance Awards; Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria by the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2023; and Best Domestic Private Bank in Nigeria by the Euromoney Global Private Banking Awards 2023.

  • You Are To Remain ln DSS Custody, Judge Tells Kanu.

    You Are To Remain ln DSS Custody, Judge Tells Kanu.

    ……As Nnamdi Kanu’s plea to leave DSS custody denied.

    Felicia Asuquo,Abuja.

    Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed the request by the detained leader of the Biafra nation agitators, Nnamdi Kanu, for the restoration of his revoked bail and his removal from the custody of the Department of State Services, DSS, to either house arrest or prison custody.

    On Monday, the judge noted that the same request had previously been brought before her by Kanu and was dismissed for lack of merit.

    In her ruling on Kanu’s request, Justice Nyako stated that she found Kanu had indeed jumped bail earlier and fled the country.

    The Judge also held that the sureties who stood for him in the earlier bail had applied to be discharged and had been discharged on the ground that they could not locate Kanu and did not know his whereabouts.

    Justice Nyako said that the only option left for Kanu was to go to the Court of Appeal and exercise his right of appeal.

    The Judge disagreed with Kanu’s lead counsel that the Supreme Court held that the earlier bail granted him ought not to have been revoked, adding that she had perused the Supreme Court judgment copy and did not see the claim of the lawyer.

     

  • Delta Police Neutralize Kidnap Syndicate

    Delta Police Neutralize Kidnap Syndicate

    Emmanuel lkpeama.

    The Delta State Police Command Special Squad deployed by CP Abaniwonda Olufemi to Ughelli North LGA has neutralized a kidnap syndicate terrorising the area.

    In a press release signed by the police public relation officer,SP Edafe stated that the Command has been embarking on an intelligence-led policing strategy that has been paying off leading to the arrest of over nine suspected kidnappers and recovery of firearms.

    According to the release”The team again recorded another major achievement last weekend at about 0200hrs, when they stormed Inene Community in Ughellli North LGA, Delta State, on the trail of the leader of a dreaded kidnapping syndicate known as Joel Joseph, who is a native of Ekakpamre Community in Ughelli North LGA Delta State”.

    “The Suspect upon sighting the operatives opened fire on the operatives and in the ensuing gun duel, the suspect sustained serious gunshot injuries and was taken to the General Hospital Ughelli where he died while receiving treatment. One AK47 Rifle loaded with ten (10) rounds of Live Ammunition was recovered from him.

    Efforts are being intensified to arrest other gang members as contained in the intel.

    Thursday last week at about 0945hrs, operatives of Safe Delta deployed to Head-Bridge, Asaba while they were on stop and search duty, intercepted a white Toyota Hiace Bus (REG. NO: AYB573XC), driven by one Friday Emmanuel, a 43yrs old male suspect from Morsogar, Ethiope-West LGA, Delta State”.

    Upon subjecting the said vehicle to search, Eight Hundred and Seventy-Five rounds of Live Cartridges concealed in a sack wrapped with pieces of clothes were recovered. The suspect was arrested for further investigation, and the exhibit was impounded. Investigation is ongoing.

    CP Abaniwonda Olufemi reiterates that through these proactive measures that are being implemented, the Command will curb crime and further broaden the outreach of the police in creating a safe and secure environment for the communities, adding that there should be no hesitation in reaching out to the police through available means and providing useful, timely, and credible information.

    He asked the members of the public to reach the command in cases of distress through the control room numbers on 08036684974, 08125958005
    09053872287.

    He however called on Deltans to go about their normal businesses as the police is there to ensure their protection

  • Fidelity Bank Renovates Nasarawa PHC Clinic, Donates Water Facility

    Fidelity Bank Renovates Nasarawa PHC Clinic, Donates Water Facility

    Emmanuel lkpeama.

    As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has renovated the Primary Healthcare Clinic along the Workers Village in the Tudun Amba Community of Lafia Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.

    The bank also provided water facilities to ameliorate issues of water scarcity being experienced in the community in recent times.

    Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, the Divisional Head, Brand and Communication Plc, Fidelity Bank, Meksley Nwagboh, stated that the dignity of every human person is a shared responsibility, noting that the bank decided to embark on the project as a means of improving the living condition of people in the community and as part of the bank’s social responsibility to its host community.

    Expressing gratitude to the leadership of the community for giving the bank the opportunity to execute the project, Nwagboh said, “What we are doing today is not different from what we have been doing in communities, local governments and states across the country over the years. As a socially responsible organisation, we take it upon ourselves to impact our host communities positively through developmental initiatives such as these.

    “On behalf of the management and staff of Fidelity Bank, I want to say thank you to everyone who made it possible for us to touch the lives of the people positively in this community and we remain committed to playing our part in helping individuals grow, thrive and prosper”.

    On his part, the Honourable Commissioner of Health, Nasarawa State, Gaza Gwamna, while commending Fidelity Bank for the donation of a water facility and the renovation works at the Primary Healthcare Clinic, reiterated the state government’s commitment to continue to support commercial banks to boost the economy of the state.

    The Commissioner who was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, John Damina, further called on the Nasarawa State Primary Healthcare Development Agency to utilise the upgraded facility with care to encourage the bank and other private investors to continue to support the less-privileged people of the state.

    “I want to use this opportunity to call on the management of the NAPHDA to ensure proper utilization of this facility for the good of the host community and beyond. This will go a long way in encouraging other private sector players to extend the same gesture to other communities in the state,” he said.

    Ranked as one of the best banks in Nigeria, Fidelity Bank is a full-fledged customer commercial bank with over 8.5 million customers serviced across its 251 business offices in Nigeria and the United Kingdom as well as on digital banking channels.

    The bank has won multiple local and international awards including the Export Finance Bank of the Year at the 2023 Business Day Banks and Other Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards, the Best Payment Solution Provider Nigeria 2023 and Best SME Bank Nigeria 2022 by the Global Banking and Finance Awards; Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria by the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2023; and Best Domestic Private Bank in Nigeria by the Euromoney Global Private Banking Awards 2023.

  • Stakeholders To Discuss Customer Service Experience At ACAMB Conference.

    Stakeholders To Discuss Customer Service Experience At ACAMB Conference.

    Emmanuel lkpeama 

     The Association of Corporate Affairs Managers of Banks (ACAMB) is pleased to announce its third National Stakeholders’ Conference with the theme: Building Bridges: Collaborative Solutions for a Trusted Banking and Financial Services Experience.

    The conference, where end-to-end customer service issues in Banks and other financial institutions will be explored by top-tier select Speakers and subject experts’ panel, is scheduled for Thursday, May 30th, 2024, at the prestigious Bankers House, CIBN, Adeola Hopewell Street, Victoria Island, Lagos. This conference aims to foster significant dialogue and collaboration within the financial sector.

    As the umbrella body for all Corporate and Marketing Communication Professionals working in Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) across Nigeria, ACAMB is dedicated to advancing the interests of its members; the banking community, and that of financial services customers and the Nigerian public at large.

    The 2024 ACMB Stakeholder’s Conference seeks to transcend the competitive landscape by promoting a collaborative approach to solving industry challenges and enhancing the overall customer experience in banking and financial services in the country.
    Consumer Solutions Strategist and Advisor, Wale Abioye, a Partner of Strategy & Customer Solutions, Advisory Services, KPMG, will feature as the keynote and Guest Speaker at the conference.

    Additionally, the event will include expert panels and discussions with esteemed industry leaders which include; Oguche Agudah, CEO & Executive Secretary of the Pensions Operators (PenOp) of Nigeria; Stephen Alangbo, a respected insurance underwriter and Managing Director/CEO of Cornerstone Insurance.

    Among the panelists also are: Virgine Nowak, Chief Customer Experience Officer of Access Bank and her counterpart Chief Customer Experience Officer of First Bank, Lande Atere. Both will share insights on building a trusted and seamless banking experience through collaboration; while Sola Salako-Ajulo, one of Nigeria’s foremost consumer advocates currently serving as a Federal Commissioner and the Honorable Member representing the Southwest region on Competition and Consumer Protection Tribunal (CCPT) in Abuja, will also be on the Panel to represent the interest of Bank and financial services Customers.

    The Special Guest of Honour expected at the eagerly anticipated conference is Hon. Justice B.B. Kanyip, Ph.D., President of the Industrial Court of Nigeria, Abuja. Lande Atere.

    ACAMB President, Rasheed Bolarinwa, emphasizes the importance of this conference in the current financial environment, stating, “Our goal is to create an environment where stakeholders can come together to share knowledge, address common challenges, and work towards a unified vision of trust and excellence in banking services. By building bridges and fostering collaboration, we believe we can significantly enhance the customer experience and drive growth in the sector.”

    Participants will have the opportunity to explore cutting-edge solutions and strategies designed to address current and future challenges in the financial sector. They will also connect with peers, industry stakeholders, and key decision-makers, fostering relationships that can lead to meaningful collaborations and partnerships.

    The annual ACAMB stakeholders’ conference is open to members of the banking and financial services industry, corporate and marketing communication experts, regulators and policymakers, technology and service providers in the financial sector, industry analysts and the media.

    The ACAMB National Stakeholders’ Conference represents a pivotal moment for Nigeria’s banking industry to come together, exchange ideas, and chart a course for a more collaborative and trusted financial future.

  • NDLEA Declares Nigerian Couple Running Drug Cartel From India Wanted Over Cocaine Trafficking

    NDLEA Declares Nigerian Couple Running Drug Cartel From India Wanted Over Cocaine Trafficking

    Emmanuel lkpeama

    The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has declared a couple identified as Kazeem Omogoriola Owoalade, also known as Abdul Qassim Adisa Balogun and Rashidat Ayinke Owoalade, also known as Bolarinwa Rashidat Ayinke, wanted for allegedly running a cocaine cartel from India.

    The NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, who made this known in a statement issued on Sunday said that the couple were declared wanted following the arrest of four members of the cartel in Lagos.

    Babafemi said that a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) was also recovered and that two houses already traced to the couple had been sealed for forfeiture to the Nigerian government.

    He said the two members of the cartel identified as Imran Taofeek Olalekan and Ishola Isiaka Olalekan were arrested on April 3, following their bid to export 3.40kg cocaine on a Qatar Airlines flight going to Oman through the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Ikeja Lagos.

    Babafemi said, “While Imran was the courier conveying the drug consignment to Oman, Ishola recruited him for the head of the cartel, which investigation has now revealed to be Alhaji Kazeem Omogoriola Owoalade whose Indian residence permit bears Abdul Qassim Adisa Balogun based in India.

    “Efforts to dismantle his network in Nigeria paid off after five weeks of surveillance and follow-up operations when another member of the syndicate, Hamed Abimbola Saheed who works directly with the baron was arrested on Tuesday 14th May at Abule Egba area of Lagos.

    “It was indeed Saheed who lodged Imran in a hotel a day before his aborted trip to Oman and equally dropped him and Ishola at the Lagos airport the day they were arrested.”

    The NDLEA spokesperson said that during a search of Hamed’s house, the agency’s operatives recovered some phenacetine, a cutting agent for cocaine weighing 900 grams.

    “He confessed that the recovered substance was what was left of the consignment Imran was taking to Oman the day he was arrested,” Babafemi added.

    Babafemi said that his arrest led to a follow-up operation at the home of the couple at 20 Eyiaro Street, Ogudu Orioke, Lagos where another suspect was arrested and a new model Toyota RAV4 SUV marked FKJ-773 JJ belonging to Rashidat was recovered.

    He said an additional 400 grams of cocaine were recovered in addition to suitcases prepared to be used for illicit drug concealment, digital weighing scales and other paraphernalia.

  • President Tinubu Appoints Nollywood Producer As Special Assistant On Creativity

    President Tinubu Appoints Nollywood Producer As Special Assistant On Creativity

    Felicia Asuquo,Abuja

    President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Nollywood producer and cinematographer, Baba Agba, as his Special Assistant on Creativity.

    Prior to his appointment, Baba Agba, 32, served as the Thematic Lead for the Creative Economy Thematic Group (CETG) of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) from 2021 to 2023, and as the National Secretary of the Association of Movie Producers (AMP) from 2020 to 2023.

    Agba also has an impressive background in the creative sector as an award-winning cinematographer, including being a recipient of the United Nations World Trade Organisation (UNWTO) Excellence in Creativity Award.

    Read also:Tinubu Appoints Chairmen, Members Of Governing Council For 111 Tertiary Institutions.

    He is the immediate past Head of the Department of Cinematography for Film and TV at Ebonylife Academy.

    With this appointment, Baba Agba will serve as the Special Assistant to the President on Creativity and the Special Adviser to the Minister on Film, Music, and Entertainment.

     

     

     

  • Super Eagles Striker, Boniface Celebrates With The Nigerian Flag, After Winning The Bundlesliga Title.

    Super Eagles Striker, Boniface Celebrates With The Nigerian Flag, After Winning The Bundlesliga Title.

    Emmanuel lkpeama

    Victor Boniface of the Super Eagles had a fantastically magical start in Germany,as the 23-year-old striker was an integral part of Bayer Leverkusen’s historic first Bundesliga championship in the club’s 120-year existence.

     

    His outstanding performances have already secured him the title of Rookie of the 2023–24 Season. In Leverkusen’s last league encounter of the season, Boniface made his comeback to action on Saturday.

    Boniface and Robert Andrich scored in the first half to give Xabi Alonso’s squad a 2-1 victory over Augsburg at the Bay Arena. In the second half, Mert Komur managed to get one back. As the final buzzer sounded at the Bay Arena, the newly crowned winners were formally presented with the Bundesliga trophy, setting the stage for a jubilant celebration of their historic achievement.

    Victor Boniface, striker for the Super Eagles, as usual, engaged in the festivities in grand fashion, flying the Nigerian flag in honour of his native country while rehearsing his signature dance move with his colleagues. With two championship matches remaining this season (the DFB Pokal and the Europa League), Leverkusen have gone undefeated in 51 matches in all competitions.