25-year-old Suleiman Muhammad Emerges PDP National Youth Leader
A 25-year-old man, Prince Muhammad Kadade Suleiman has emerged as the National Youth Leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Suleiman, who hails from Kaduna State, NorthWest geopolitical zone of Nigeria, emerged through consensus on Saturday during the just concluded National Convention of the party in Abuja.
The convention, which was concluded on Sunday morning, had a former Senate President, Iyorchia Ayu elected as the national chairman of the party.
While Umar Damagum emerged Deputy National Chairman (North), Taofeek Arapaja was elected Deputy National Chairman (South).
“I Place Napkin On My Husband’s Lap And Watch Him Eat” – Ajimobi’s Daughter
Abisola Ajimobi Kola-Daisi, daughter of late former Oyo governor, Abiola Ajimobi, has advised women to spoil their men, nairanaijanews reports.
The mother of three stated this after she was caught on camera watching her husband Kolapo, eat at an event on Saturday night, October 30 2021.
Sharing the photo on her Instagram story, she wrote;
“Yup I watch him eat…And place a napkin on his lap. Spoil your man while letting him know that you are irreplaceable. It’s the little things. (Felt like preaching) #inspiration.”
EKSU Signs Mou With Investors For Construction Of 9,343 Bed-space Hostel
The Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with a construction firm, Olotu Holdings Limited for the construction of 9,343 bed-space capacity students’ hostel.
Speaking at the event, the Chairman of the Construction firm, Mr. Benjamin Adeniyi Ayodele expressed appreciation to the Management for the opportunity given to the firm to partner with EKSU. He explained that the company was projecting the provision of hostel accommodation that would take care of about 10,000 students on campus.
Mr. Benjamin Adeniyi assured the Management of Ekiti State University that all arrangements for movement to the project site were in top gear as everything was set in terms of funding and manpower.
The Vice Chancellor, Professor Edward Olanipekun in his remarks, thanked the Chairman of the firm for trusting Ekiti State University with such a huge investment.
Prof Olanipekun told the investor to be rest assured that the resources being invested into the project would never be a regret as the University would not only be faithful to the terms of the agreement, but also, create an enabling environment for the smooth execution of the project.
The Vice Chancellor described the project as a good development as it would provide a suitable accommodation for a reasonable number of students, thus, making the goal of making the institution a fully residential one a reality.
Prof Olanipekun, however, advised the investor on the need to interact with the Directorates of Physical Planning and Procurement of the university for strict adherence to specifications.
The Vice Chancellor further advised the firm not to waste time in its preparation to move to the project site in order to meet up with the target for the completion of the project. He also advised that the construction could go in phases.
Two other investors (Eliezer Investment and Covenantedge Revert Services) had earlier signed Memoranda of Understanding with the university on the provision of accommodation for both staff and students of the university.
The recent event will no doubt, complement the earlier efforts.
See The Things Recovered From The Arrested IPOB Commander, Ude Chibueze
IPOB commander Udebuan Sage Chubueze, arrested in his house at Ekwulobia, Aguata LG, Anambra state where arms and ammunitions were recovered.
He confessed to have led several attacks on police facilities and responsible for the killings of several policemen and Naval personnel!
FG Extends NIN-SIM Verification Deadline Till End Of The Year
Stakeholders Applaud the NIN-SIM Verification Exercise as FG Urges Citizens and Legal Residents to Enrol Before the End of the Year
The Honourable Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim (Pantami) has conveyed the approval of the Federal Government to extend of the deadline for the National Identity Number (NIN)-Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) data verification. Citizens and legal residents are urged to complete the process before the end of the year 2021.
The decision to extend the deadline was made further to appeals by the Mobile Network Operators and other industry stakeholders, soliciting for a further extension to ensure better compliance with government’s directive and to avoid widening the digital divide. The extension would also provide the enabling environment for the registration of Nigerians in remote areas, diaspora, schools, hospitals, worship centres, as well as foreigners, diplomatic missions, those in other areas that were hitherto unreachable, and increase enrolments in countries with a significant number of Nigerians.
The review of the progress of the exercise indicated that over 66 million unique National Identity Numbers (NIN) have been issued- an indication of progress achieved in the ongoing NIN-SIM linkage. However, a significant part of the populace is yet to be registered into the National Identity Database (NIDB), which may be due to some challenges which the Federal Government has looked into and has made efforts to alleviate, hence the need to extend the deadline.
As of October 30, 2021, there were over 9,500 enrolment systems and over 8,000 NIN enrolment centres within and outside the country- this has significantly eased the NIN enrolment process and subsequent linkage of NIN to SIM. The NIN-SIM verification process is supporting the Government’s drive to develop Nigeria’s digital economy, strengthen our ability to protect our cyberspace and support the security agencies.
The administration of His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, has graciously approved the extension to accommodate the yearnings of the populace and make it easier for its citizens within and outside the country, and legal residents to obtain the NIN and link it with their SIM. The Federal Government will ensure that all innocent, law abiding citizens and residents will not lose access to the their phone lines as long as they obtain and link their NIN.
Government will also continue to provide an enabling environment for investors in the telecommunications sector,
The unique 66 million NIN enrolments, with an average of 3 to 4 SIMs linked to the NIN, is a testament to the commitment and dedication of the Federal Government, through the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), to ensure the success of the project. With the creation of additional NIN enrolment centres within and outside the country, and many more coming up, the remaining citizens and legal residents living in the country and the diaspora should be able to obtain their NINs and link them with their SIMs before the end of the year.
Consequently, the Honourable Minister enjoins Nigerians and legal residents to make use of the opportunity of the extension to enrol for their NINs and link with their SIMs. On behalf of the Honourable Minister, the Executive Vice Chairman of NCC, Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, and the Director-General/CEO of NIMC, Engr. Aliyu Aziz, urge citizens and legal residents to take advantage of the window to complete the process of enrolment and verification before the the end of the year 2021.
Signed:
Dr. Ikechukwu Adinde
Director, Public Affairs
Nigerian Communications Commission
Mr. Kayode Adegoke
Head, Corporate Communications,
Nigerian Identity Management Commission
October 30, 2021
ISWAP Procures Military Uniforms From Libya Ahead Of December Attacks
Ahead of their December attacks, the Islamic State’s West Africa Province (ISWAP) has reportedly ordered military uniforms from Libya, Newspremises has gathered.
One the ISWAP top commander who stated this on Saturday, October 2021, noted that the purchase of the military uniforms have to be done ahead the attacks.
Eons Intelligence reports that uniforms were procured by one Ibrahim Maidogon Kwana in Kusri, Cameroon.
Kwana and his boys are plotting to move the items into Nigerian territory in boats through border communities.
Gamboru-Ngala and Ruwa Misa in the south of Lake Chad axis are two routes already identified.
Over the years, terrorist organizations in Nigeria, including Boko Haram, step up attacks around Yuletide.
One of their decoys is using military fatigues to disguise as government forces to abduct civilians, attacks troops’ checkpoints and bases.
It was gathered that increased surveillance around Lake Chad was one of the issues discussed during Friday’s visit of Defence Minister, retired Major General Bashir Magashi.
Magashi, Chief of Defence Staff Leo Irabor, Service Chiefs and Chief of Defence Intelligence were at the Joint Task Force North-East Operation HADIN KAI Headquarters in Borno.
Kalu Condemns Invasion Of Justice Odili’s Home, Says Act Undemocratic, Uncivil
Following the invasion of home of Justice Mary Odili, Justice of the Supreme Court on Friday by security agents, former governor of Abia State has expressed disappointment over the act, saying it is cruel, undemocratic and uncivil.
Kalu, Chief Whip of the Senate, who said the Gestapo raid on the house of the judge sends a wrong signal further called on the federal government to commence full scale investigation into the ugly incident.
Kalu, who made this call on Saturday, while reacting to raid further urged the federal government to bring the perpetrators of the act to book.
The lawmaker remarked that the unwarranted invasion of the house of the Judge is capable of causing tension in the country.
He stressed that in a democratic set-up, the rule of law must be strictly adhered to for the sake of national progress and development.
The former Governor while condemning the sad incident, urged appropriate government agencies to discharge their duties and responsibilities in tandem with the constitution, noting that violation of human rights will set the country backward.
Sen. Kalu emphasized that the unlawful invasion of a citizen’s residence is a breach of the constitution of Nigeria and tenets of democracy.
He said, ” the invasion of the residence of Justice Mary Odili of the Supreme Court in a gestapo manner is totally condemnable and unacceptable in a democratic dispensation.
“The country’s democracy is gradually growing and as such, acts that are not in tandem with the constitution of Nigeria and democratic process must not tolerated.
“The federal government should commence robust investigation into the sad development to save the face of the country in the comity of nations and to bring the perpetrators of the unfortunate incident to book.
” The rule of law must not be undermined in a democratic regime.
“The law must be respected by the government and the governed”.
Kalu called on the federal government and the citizenry to embrace the tenets of democracy in all pursuits, adding that no country can progress in an atmosphere of lawlessness.
MC Morris Plans To Relocate To Nigeria Due To High Cost Of Living In Canada
Nigerian comedian, MC Morris, says he plans to relocate to Nigeria due to the high cost of living abroad, NairaNaijaNews reports.
In a post shared on his Instastories, MC Morris listed some of the items he pays ”exorbitant fees” for. He said this is his last month in Canada as he is on his way back to Nigeria.
Pius Anyim: I’ll Contest Presidency In 2023, Whether PDP Zone It Or Not
Former Senate President Anyim Pius Anyim says he will contest for presidency in 2023 whether the Peoples Democratic Party will zone it to the southeast or not.
Anyim made the disclosure on Saturday in an interview with newsmen.He said that the party was being repositioned.
The former Secretary to the Government of the Federation noted that the party’s national convention would signal the commencement of its political activities.
“Posters of my presidential bid and agitations by groups for me to contest flooded the social media in 2020 and I disassociated myself from such calls.“I felt that it was too early for such a declaration, to enable the present administration to concentrate on governance.
“Such calls resurfaced in the early part of 2021 and I chose to be quiet over the issue.“We currently have less than 18 months to the next elections, and I feel the time is ripe to indicate my interest,” Anyim said.
He said that the zoning committee instituted by the party was only saddled with zoning party positions and not other positions.
“Zoning of such positions was deferred but nothing stops anyone from South-East Zone from contesting the presidency even if it is not zoned to it.
“The most important thing is that the party’s national convention is a sort of rebirth for a group of people who have recovered from a setback.
“The party members are focused and determined,” he added.
Anyim said that in spite of the party’s seeming conflict with its former Chairman, Chief Uche Secondus, he remained a friend to many members.
“He is particularly my friend and we do not have any problem with him.”
“The issue is that the party needed to move but be assured that he is not going into wilderness,” Anyim said
See The ‘Big’ Dolphin Fishermen Caught In Rivers State (photos)
Fishermen in Oyokotoro caught a big Dolphin in the community’s river today October 29, NairaNaijaNews reports.
Oyokotoro which is located in Andoni LGA of Rivers State is where an elephant was recently found in the bush.
