November 5, 2019

More Woes For Okorocha As More Monarchs Call For His Head

More Woes For Okorocha As More Monarchs Call For His Head

November 5, 2019 9:22 am

Traditional Rulers in Igboland under the auspices of Igbo Traditional Rulers Forum (ITRF) have backed the decision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to appeal the judgment of the Federal High Court, Abuja, which acquitted former governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo State of allegations of obtaining his senatorial election victory through duress.

Speaking through their chairman and Obi of Obinugwu, Dr. Cletus Ilomuanya, the monarchs lauded INEC’s decision to go ahead with Okorocha’s prosecution saying, “it will restore its integrity as an unbiased umpire, help in safeguarding the nation’s  electoral process and serve as deterrent to others who may …

Why Insecurity Persists In Nigeria –Osuoha, Ex-Commissioner

Why Insecurity Persists In Nigeria –Osuoha, Ex-Commissioner

November 5, 2019 9:21 am

Former Commissioner for Environment in Abia State, Chief Okechukwu Osuoha believes that 2023 general elections provide the best opportunity for a Nigerian president of Igbo extraction to emerge. In this interview, the lawyer and human rights activist said the South East should be supported for the number one seat in Nigeria. 

 

Do you think that the emergence of an Igbo man as a Nigerian president can make a difference in the political and economic woes of this country?

It is very proper for an Igbo man to become the president of this country. Nigeria as a nation was given …

UK Terrorism Threat At Lowest Level For 5 Years

UK Terrorism Threat At Lowest Level For 5 Years

November 5, 2019 8:46 am
The UK’s terrorism threat level has been downgraded from “severe” to “substantial”, the Home Office says.

But, Home Secretary, Priti Patel said that the UK was still at “a high level of threat” and an attack could “occur without further warning”.

The terrorism threat is now at its lowest since August 2014. Substantial is the third of five ratings at which the threat level can stand.

The separate terrorism threat level for Northern Ireland remains “severe”.

Ms Patel said in a statement on Monday that terrorism remained a “direct and immediate” risk to the UK’s national security.

Assessments determining …

2021: Anambra Must Elect Competent Leader –Igwe Nwankwo

2021: Anambra Must Elect A Competent Leader –Igwe Nwankwo

November 5, 2019 8:43 am

The traditional ruler of Nawfia in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State, Igwe Chijioke  Nwankwo, has advised the people of the state to go all out for a candidate who could bring the state back on the path of development in the 2021 governorship election. The Osuofia II of Nawfia urged that party affiliation and where the person comes from should not be factors. He also spoke about the RUGA settlement and other matters.  

 

Recently, there were reports that traditional rulers of Anambra South had insisted that the governorship position be zoned to Anambra South. You are a …

EU President Blasts Boris Johnson Over Referendum Campaign

EU President Blasts Boris Johnson Over Referendum Campaign

November 5, 2019 8:40 am
Boris Johnson told “so many lies” during the EU referendum campaign, the outgoing president of the European commission, Jean-Claude Juncker, has said.

In a valedictory interview with the German magazine Der Spiegel, Juncker voiced regret he had not countered the claims of the leave campaign in 2016. The commission decided not to get involved on the advice of David Cameron, who feared interventions from Brussels would backfire.

Juncker said that had been a big mistake, adding: “So many lies were told, including by current prime minister, Boris Johnson, that there needed to be a voice to counter them.”

Juncker also …

Vivian Ogu: The Making Of Second Catholic Saint In Nigeria

Vivian Ogu: The Making Of Second Catholic Saint In Nigeria

November 5, 2019 8:39 am

They went straight to the barb wire fencing the portion of land having plants that have  grown to become thicket, held it and muttered some words.

Though one could not hear what they were saying, but it was obvious that they were praying and pouring their hearts and supplications to God just like the biblical Hannah did in Shiloh.

This was the portion of land where Vivian Ogu was killed and her corpse dumped by the daredevil armed robbers who invaded their home on November 15, 2009. The land has been demarcated and consecrated to be a holy ground where …

UBA Launches Nigeria’s First Self-Creating Debit Card

UBA Launches Nigeria’s First Self-Creating Debit Card

November 5, 2019 8:37 am
United Bank for Africa plc (UBA) has launched a self-creating debit card machine, the first of its kind in Nigeria.

Speaking at the 33rd opening ceremony of the Lagos International Trade Fair, its Deputy Managing Director, Mr Victor Osadolor, said the self-creating debit card would encourage increased usage of debit card and also offer the bank’s customers more options to pay.

He added: “We will continue to invest heavily in Information Technology (IT) to remain dependable to millions of businesses who have not only made the bank but also partners with us for growth.”

He said that the bank appreciates …

Buhari Must Step On Toes If He Wants To Succeed –Osibote

Buhari Must Step On Toes If He Wants To Succeed –Osibote

November 5, 2019 8:33 am

President Muhammadu Buhari has been advised to add more bite to the on-going war against corruption by ensuring that those who are found to have looted the nation’s treasury are given appropriate punishment without delay.

The national President, Oodua Peoples Congress,OPC, Aare Prince Osibote who made the remark, implored the President not to hesitate to step on toes if he wants the campaign against corruption to succeed. Osibote who succeeded the late Founder of OPC, Dr. Fredrick Faseun  as the new OPC leader in this interview spoke on other national issues.

What’s the way out of  the present state of …

Extreme Food Shortage Hits Mozambique

Extreme Food Shortage Hits Mozambique

November 5, 2019 8:32 am

About 3,000 people in Dombe, Central Mozambique, are dealing with extreme food shortages after crops were ruined by Cyclone Idai in March.

Local official, Tomas Razao said that some people were surviving on wild roots and seasonal fruits.

The cyclone followed a period of drought, which created tough weather conditions for crops to grow in.

Any crops that did manage to flourish – like grain and vegetables – were then destroyed by the cyclone.

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Mr Razao said government intervention was urgently needed to alleviate suffering.

He said one potential …

Igbo Folks In China Celebrate Culture With New Yam Festival

Igbo Folks In China Celebrate Culture With New Yam Festival

November 5, 2019 8:31 am

The Guangzhou Chapter of Ohanaeze Ndigbo in China recently celebrated its first New Yam festival. 

The event, as expected, showcased the rich tradition of the Igbo, with many Nigerians and Africans from all walks of life in attendance.

Mr. Jude Igboekwe represented the Consul General, Guangzhou Province, China, Mr. Wale Oloko at the event. Sir Anthony Okafor, President, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, China Chapter and other eminent personalities were also in attendance.

Mr. Festus Mbisiogu, Coordinator, Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO), Guangdong Province flew in from New York, where he had received GEM Award 2019, for the event.

President of Ohanaeze in …

Pirates Kidnap Nine From Norwegian Ship Off Benin

Pirates Kidnap Nine From Norwegian Ship Off Benin

November 5, 2019 8:24 am

Pirates have kidnapped nine crew members from a Norwegian shipping vessel off the coast of Benin Republic in West Africa.

The vessel was carrying gypsum; a mineral used as a fertiliser, and was at anchor, owner JJ Ugland said.

The Benin Navy’s anti-piracy team has been on patrol in the Bight of Benin in the Gulf of Guinea. It is described as one of the world’s most dangerous seas.

The Gulf of Guinea is world’s most dangerous piracy hotspot, says the International Maritime Bureau (IMB).

Some 62 seafarers have been captured off the coasts of Nigeria, Guinea, Togo, Benin and …

Iheanacho Short-Listed For Leicester’s Goal-Of-The-Month

Iheanacho Short-Listed For Leicester’s Goal-Of-The-Month

November 5, 2019 8:23 am
Kelechi Iheanacho and another Nigerian, Josh Eppiah, have been nominated for Leicester City’s goal of the month prize for October 2019.

Out-of-favour Nigeria international, Iheanacho, made it two goals in as many games when he opened the scoring in the seventh minute against Burton Albion in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup on October 29.

An excellent sweeping move from Leicester City culminated in Iheanacho finding the back of the net, assisted by Youri Tielemans.

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Eppiah netted the game’s winning goal with a long-range strike in the 90th minute to help …

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