Wednesday 29 October 2014
NSIT UBIUM 2015: WHY I ANSWERED THE CLARION CALL-DON SHADECOVER BASSEY
Patience and steadfastness are two attributes critically lacking in Nigerian politics. Very few politicians remain patient and steadfast if their interests are not guaranteed. There is hardly a spirit of sacrifice.
This explains the constant defection of politicians from one party to the other. These politicians often have a defense in politics, there are no permanent friends and permanent enemies but permanent interests. ‘While I hold my own political views, it’s important not to get too wrapped up in individual candidates and personalities, but instead to focus on the real issues’.- Marcus Samuelson.
As 2015 general election is fast approaching, many aspirants have indicted their intentions to invest their wealth of experience in the service to the people.
According to Peter Drucker ‘Effective leadership is not about making speeches or being liked; leadership is defined by results not attributes . As such Leadership is not a mere gift but it is an in-born potential that springs up as a result of being able to empower and motivate people, During an interview session with group of Journalists in His office, a humble personality, a technocrats with quality years as a private Entrepreneur, Engr. Donald Bassey speaks on his Aspiration to vie and represent Nsit Ubium State Constituency comes 2015. Read the Excerpt below:
Good Day Sir, Please Can we get to know You?
Good Day, My name is Engr. Donald Uko Bassey, born into the family of Engr./Hon. Mrs Bassey Gideon in Ikot Akot Ubium in Nsit Ubium Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. Am a graduate of Civil Engineering from the prestigious Federal University of Technology Owerri. By the grace of God, am the President of ShadeCover Group.
Tell us About Your Success in Business World?
Well, this year makes ShadeCover Group 10 years old, we started from building of two legs suspended carport, I brought in the innovation into this part of the world, and over 10 years counting, we have been doing that very well in production and customer satisfactions remains our core priority. We expanded our service and innovation by introducing other associate products like Danpalon, Golden POP ceilings, Steel gates /rails, Interior and Exterior finishing. So far so good, we have employed over 200 people since we started and our staff strength now is about 50, then we are still employing and empowering of trained staff.
Your Community Support Programme?
Over the years, we have introduced a community support programme, as a way of giving back to the society and empowering the less privileges. Last Year we were in Leprosy Home in Etinan and also in Salvation Army Children Home in Akai Ubium in Nsit Ubium. This year we are going back to those places and likewise extend our support programme to other humanitarian homes.
As a business man, what do you think Akwa Ibom State needs for the businesses and the private sector to grow?
What Akwa Ibom needs is industries. That is all we need to create jobs and wealth for the common people. We need the kind of industries you find in China, Korea even in Taiwan. The next government should industrialize the State; attract foreign investors to come in and invest in the state; create an enabling environment for people to come in and invest. With that, the centre of excellence in Lagos will move to Akwa Ibom. So I believe the next government should pursue industrialization of Akwa Ibom State. As someone who is into shipping.
Why Venture into Politics?
Already in the Private sector there is politics, so I wouldn’t say am just venturing into politics for the first time. Basically, through my wealth of experience, I have gone through a whole a lot of processes in terms of empowerment, community development and communication with the Masses. So I feel and understand both their plights and difficulty they pass through just to access basic social amenities. So my Kind of politics is to apply, those success keys that has made me, who I am today in the Society.
Acceptability?
Acceptability has been warmly welcome and embrace by The Elders, Youths and Women. They have giving me their blessing and support that I should contest and represent them as the Next House of Assembly Member for Nsit Ubium State Constituency.
Pressure from Group?
Well, over the years I have received over 500 awards from corporate and socio-political groups. Most of them have tipped me severally to vie for any elective position. So this is like answering their Clarion call to service. I promise not to fail their believe, trust, and hope they all have in me to cause that DESIRED CHANGE comes 2015
Monday 27 October 2014
WHY URUAN SHOULD PRODUCE NEXT SENATOR FOR UYO
The race to all political offices is around the corner. The opinion
of the people is divided into two unequal parts where majority wants
zoning of political offices to rotate among the different political bloc
while the other few insist on a free for all contest. Though the
constitution allows a free for all contest, but for brotherliness, love
and peace offices are shared into different camps.
Just like power rotates along the three senatorial districts at the state level, Uyo senatorial district also has its own unique way of sharing the senatorial set among the three federal constituencies of Etinan, Uyo and Itu/Ibiono.
Since 1999 upon the return of democracy, Uyo federal constituency took the first shot with Senator John James Akpanudoedehe who spent just one tenure and vacated the seat for Senator Effiong Bob in 2003 who by sheer luck won a second term ticket. In 2011, the elders decided that while other local governments wait for their turn, Ibiono under Itu federal constituency should produce the next senator a decision that gave otuekong Ita Enang had the opportunity to serve in the red chambers.
Ita Enang emerge the choice not because he was the most qualified but because in 1992, Itu state constituency represented the district in the senate with Senator Anietie Okon seating on that seat for Uyo Senatorial district. Today those same leaders of thought have agreed that Uruan State constituency under Uyo federal constituency should produce the next senator. Ibesikpo Asutan is another local government that is yet to produce a senator but because they once had an elected governor Uruan won the day. This explains why we have more aspirants from Uruan local government eying the seat with few from Ibesikpo Asutan.
It is only sad that those who championed the rotation of the set especially in the build-up of the 2011 general elections are the very set of people who are reluctant to vacate the seat despite the realization of the writing on the wall. Uyo Senatorial District with nine local government areas should allow the seat to go round so that others that are still queuing can also seat there. Truth be told, if one man or one local government should go more than one term when will Etinan, Nsit Ibom, Ibesikpo or Itu have a shot? Supporting Uruan now means the others will soon have an opportunity. This is in line with our party’s belief in fairness, justice and equity.
Now that Uyo Senatorial District are on the same page with our party as far as sharing rotating the senate seat, let us search inwardly and go for a grassroot democrat who has the people’s interest at heart. Whoever goes to the senate for us in 2015 should be accessible and ready to take the problem of his people as his personal problem and look for ways to either solve it or cushion its negative effect. Being accessible implies that apart from presenting our common problem he should also come home to brief us on actions so far taken since our problem was presented on the floor of the senate. We need somebody who will come home with a good account of his representation and not one of those who will only vibrate on national issues while the people at home continue to suffer deprivation.
After the awesome representation of Chief Nyong Essien from Uruan in the 1930s, Uruan have not had opportunity to represent Uyo people in the red chambers. Chief Nyong Essien results of effective representation could be linked to creation of our dear state, Akwa Ibom. Just as we yearn for dividends of democracy and stomach Infrastructure. I am of the opinion that all should rise up in support of Uruan Local Government to produce another Nyong Essien.
This will give Uruan people a feeling, that they haven’t been sidelined by the PDP and the Government.
Just like power rotates along the three senatorial districts at the state level, Uyo senatorial district also has its own unique way of sharing the senatorial set among the three federal constituencies of Etinan, Uyo and Itu/Ibiono.
Since 1999 upon the return of democracy, Uyo federal constituency took the first shot with Senator John James Akpanudoedehe who spent just one tenure and vacated the seat for Senator Effiong Bob in 2003 who by sheer luck won a second term ticket. In 2011, the elders decided that while other local governments wait for their turn, Ibiono under Itu federal constituency should produce the next senator a decision that gave otuekong Ita Enang had the opportunity to serve in the red chambers.
Ita Enang emerge the choice not because he was the most qualified but because in 1992, Itu state constituency represented the district in the senate with Senator Anietie Okon seating on that seat for Uyo Senatorial district. Today those same leaders of thought have agreed that Uruan State constituency under Uyo federal constituency should produce the next senator. Ibesikpo Asutan is another local government that is yet to produce a senator but because they once had an elected governor Uruan won the day. This explains why we have more aspirants from Uruan local government eying the seat with few from Ibesikpo Asutan.
It is only sad that those who championed the rotation of the set especially in the build-up of the 2011 general elections are the very set of people who are reluctant to vacate the seat despite the realization of the writing on the wall. Uyo Senatorial District with nine local government areas should allow the seat to go round so that others that are still queuing can also seat there. Truth be told, if one man or one local government should go more than one term when will Etinan, Nsit Ibom, Ibesikpo or Itu have a shot? Supporting Uruan now means the others will soon have an opportunity. This is in line with our party’s belief in fairness, justice and equity.
Now that Uyo Senatorial District are on the same page with our party as far as sharing rotating the senate seat, let us search inwardly and go for a grassroot democrat who has the people’s interest at heart. Whoever goes to the senate for us in 2015 should be accessible and ready to take the problem of his people as his personal problem and look for ways to either solve it or cushion its negative effect. Being accessible implies that apart from presenting our common problem he should also come home to brief us on actions so far taken since our problem was presented on the floor of the senate. We need somebody who will come home with a good account of his representation and not one of those who will only vibrate on national issues while the people at home continue to suffer deprivation.
After the awesome representation of Chief Nyong Essien from Uruan in the 1930s, Uruan have not had opportunity to represent Uyo people in the red chambers. Chief Nyong Essien results of effective representation could be linked to creation of our dear state, Akwa Ibom. Just as we yearn for dividends of democracy and stomach Infrastructure. I am of the opinion that all should rise up in support of Uruan Local Government to produce another Nyong Essien.
This will give Uruan people a feeling, that they haven’t been sidelined by the PDP and the Government.
Why Northern Youths Donated N2m To Jonathan
Some youths acting on the basis of Northern Youth Forum
donated N2m to President Goodluck Jonathan for him to buy the
presidential form for the 2015 elections.
The move to support Jonathan’s desire for re-election was announced on Saturday, October 25, by Forum coordinator Engr Bello Bichi during Kano State rally, Punch reports.
“We decided to support Mr President with this token amount to enable him purchase the nomination form for the presidency. The youths in the north believe that President Jonathan has the country and youth at heart in view of his commitment toward transforming the country.”
Bichi expressed commitment of northern youths to stand for Jonathan who earlier this week finally declared interest to contest.
Education Minister Malam Ibrahim Shekarau, on his part, urged youths not indulge into acts that might cause chaos during the elections.
He was quoted saying:
“Gone are the days when we should take up dangerous weapons during the election. As youths, you are expected to conduct your affairs peacefully, especially during election in order to ensure peace in our state and the country. We have a herculean task ahead of us, so you have to come out en masse and vote so as to ensure the success of the party at all levels in 2015.”
He also praised the youths for the generous gesture adding that Jonathan himself wanted to appear at the occasion but did not manage to do so because of the “pressing national matters”.
Jonathan has already established the committee for the official declaration, with is set to be made on November 11
The move to support Jonathan’s desire for re-election was announced on Saturday, October 25, by Forum coordinator Engr Bello Bichi during Kano State rally, Punch reports.
“We decided to support Mr President with this token amount to enable him purchase the nomination form for the presidency. The youths in the north believe that President Jonathan has the country and youth at heart in view of his commitment toward transforming the country.”
Bichi expressed commitment of northern youths to stand for Jonathan who earlier this week finally declared interest to contest.
Education Minister Malam Ibrahim Shekarau, on his part, urged youths not indulge into acts that might cause chaos during the elections.
He was quoted saying:
“Gone are the days when we should take up dangerous weapons during the election. As youths, you are expected to conduct your affairs peacefully, especially during election in order to ensure peace in our state and the country. We have a herculean task ahead of us, so you have to come out en masse and vote so as to ensure the success of the party at all levels in 2015.”
He also praised the youths for the generous gesture adding that Jonathan himself wanted to appear at the occasion but did not manage to do so because of the “pressing national matters”.
Jonathan has already established the committee for the official declaration, with is set to be made on November 11
How Wife And Pastor Killed Her Husband
A 45-year-old Pastor Amos Odorimo and a married woman,
Roseline are currently cooling their feet at the Ebonyi state Criminal
Investigation Department over their involvement in the untimely death of
the woman’s husband.
According to Sunday Sun the deceased, 45-year-old Nwebonyi Nwuguru, a native of Edukwu Inyima had given his pastor Amos Odorimo who is the General Overseer of Divine Salvation Ministry one hectare of land to buid a church auditorium.
Apparently when the late Nwebonyi Nwuguru discovered that there was more to the relationship between his 41-year-old wife and the pastor as they were having a love affair, the suspects decided to kill him as they were not willing to end their illicit affair.
The pastor and the wife of the deceased decided to execute their evil plan on September 30, 2014, after Pastor Odori had offered to give the Nwuguru a ride to the farm. Along the way he stopped and killed the late Nwuguru.
Speaking with Sunday Sun at the Ebonyi state police command, the Pastor Amos Odori confessed he was romantically involved with the deceased’s wife:
“I am married and have five children. The deceased Nwebonyi Nwugwu was nice to me. He gave me a hectare of land to build my church.
His wife, Roseline Nwuguru attended my church. It was from there that I started having love affair with her. When the love was getting deep we found out that the deceased was disturbing us and we have to plan for him,” Odorimo said.
“I took deceased’s cutlass and cut him on the head. His wife also hit him on the head with a big stick. He died on the spot and we ran away to Benue State, but men of the local vigilance group arrested us and handed us over to the police.”
The wife of the deceased, Roseline Nwuguru, who hails from Ado Local Government Area of Benue State and has seven kids for her husband narrating how herself and the pastor killed him said:
“Actually I was having a love affair with Pastor Odorimo. I don’t regret my action and joining in killing my husband. He was a wicked man, because he prevented people from entering the church.”
Ebonyi State Commissioner, Maigari Dikko has said after investigations has been concluded they will be charged to court.
According to Sunday Sun the deceased, 45-year-old Nwebonyi Nwuguru, a native of Edukwu Inyima had given his pastor Amos Odorimo who is the General Overseer of Divine Salvation Ministry one hectare of land to buid a church auditorium.
Apparently when the late Nwebonyi Nwuguru discovered that there was more to the relationship between his 41-year-old wife and the pastor as they were having a love affair, the suspects decided to kill him as they were not willing to end their illicit affair.
The pastor and the wife of the deceased decided to execute their evil plan on September 30, 2014, after Pastor Odori had offered to give the Nwuguru a ride to the farm. Along the way he stopped and killed the late Nwuguru.
Speaking with Sunday Sun at the Ebonyi state police command, the Pastor Amos Odori confessed he was romantically involved with the deceased’s wife:
“I am married and have five children. The deceased Nwebonyi Nwugwu was nice to me. He gave me a hectare of land to build my church.
His wife, Roseline Nwuguru attended my church. It was from there that I started having love affair with her. When the love was getting deep we found out that the deceased was disturbing us and we have to plan for him,” Odorimo said.
“I took deceased’s cutlass and cut him on the head. His wife also hit him on the head with a big stick. He died on the spot and we ran away to Benue State, but men of the local vigilance group arrested us and handed us over to the police.”
The wife of the deceased, Roseline Nwuguru, who hails from Ado Local Government Area of Benue State and has seven kids for her husband narrating how herself and the pastor killed him said:
“Actually I was having a love affair with Pastor Odorimo. I don’t regret my action and joining in killing my husband. He was a wicked man, because he prevented people from entering the church.”
Ebonyi State Commissioner, Maigari Dikko has said after investigations has been concluded they will be charged to court.
Shocking Story! Woman held captive for 9 years by lover in Lagos (Photo)
This is the shocking story of a woman who was kidnapped by her lover and locked in a house for 9 years..She gave birth to 4 children while in captivity ..Culled from the Sun
A woman from Delta State (names withheld by us) who was kidnapped nine years ago by her lover has miraculously regained her freedom.
The woman who lived in the Ikotun Egbe area of Lagos stepped out of her lover’s house with her four children for the first time in nine years. The woman said to be a graduate and speaks fluent English narrated her ordeal to the people in the area who gathered around to have a glim of her.
Sunday Sun was told by eye witnesses that the woman’s lover who hails from Ekiti State loved her so much and wanted to marry her but because her family was against the relationship, he decided to kidnap her for keeps, to keep her away from her parents. He later took her to a wooden house he built for her in Okerube area of Abaranje, Ikotun, Lagos.
Neighbours said the woman claimed not to have known where she was kept because her lover would go to the market to get food for her and her children very early in the morning and threatened that she would die if she stepped out of the house. When he leaves, he makes sure he locks the house so she had no way of coming out. Sunday Sun was told that it was in the wooden house that the woman gave birth to her four children while the husband acted as the midwife.
Three weeks ago, her lover fell ill and could not as usual go out to fetch food all through the period of his illness. Extremely starved and weak, the woman forced him out on Friday, October 24, 2014 to get what they would eat and drink before they all die of hunger and thirst. Luckily for her and the children, the man forgot to lock the house.It was at this point that the woman decided to urinate and was shocked to see what had happened around her.
When the people in the area discovered her, they came out in their numbers and started questioning her as they thought she was mad. She and her children were so much emaciated but from her responses and body language, they realized she and the children were okay and mentally sound. While in forced confinement, she had taught the children their lessons such that they spoke very well when with their mother in the crowd. She remembered her sister’s contact and one of the sympathizers quickly put a call through to her. In about 30 minutes, the sister arrived at the scene and took her and the children away.
Eyewitnesses reported that her husband had not returned from the market when she was taken away. They said she was so upset at the forceful rescue that she was screaming at the top of her voice:
“My husband oh, my husband!” thereby getting her sister angry and shouting back at her; “which yeye husband you dey call?”
A lady who lived in the neighbourhood said the man built the wooden
house near her house. Whenever people go near the place to see if anyone
lives there, he would use a catapult and stone to hit them and chase
them away. She said:
“Anyone who tries to get close, this
man will use catapult and stone to shoot them so people had to let him
be thinking he was mentally unbalanced. We didn’t even know he was
living there with five people. When the man got back, he found the house
empty. He began to shout, ‘’I hate human beings, that is why I
isolated myself and my family from them.’’Can you imagine”?
It is uncertain if the man is himself a graduate or if he is
mentally stable but one thing is certain: He was not ready to set his
“wife” free and was very upset when she left
PHOTOS: Bodybuilder Brothers, Aged 7 And 9, Train Every Day To Look Like This
These two Romanian boys lift heavy weights for 2 hours every
day and by the age 7 and 9 they are already in an impressive fitness
shape.
According to Daily Mail, Giuliano Stroe is nine and his brother Claudiu is seven. They train hard under the control of their father to be the world’s strongest boys.
Their 35-year-old dad Iulian is determined to make his sons famous. The two started demonstrating acrobatic feats and lifting weights when they were toddlers.
The elder brother has already broken 2 world records (information effective as of May 2014) for 90-degree vertical pushups and another holding on to a pole like a human flag.
They young bodybuilders routinely lift 4 kg dumbbells and heavy weights to develop their biceps and chest muscles.
Interestingly, Claudiu got to training when he was a year and a half, copying his brother Giuliano. At his sensitive age he can already do the complex tricks like splits between metal rings and backflips along the ground.
Some criticized the father for subjecting his children to such training, which they characterized as cruel for their age, the others however left positive replies and praised the family.
Both parents explained the children were eager to exercise adding that they had “natural ability for this”.
Their mother Ileana said:
“Nothing is forced, it is what God intended for them.
According to Daily Mail, Giuliano Stroe is nine and his brother Claudiu is seven. They train hard under the control of their father to be the world’s strongest boys.
Their 35-year-old dad Iulian is determined to make his sons famous. The two started demonstrating acrobatic feats and lifting weights when they were toddlers.
The elder brother has already broken 2 world records (information effective as of May 2014) for 90-degree vertical pushups and another holding on to a pole like a human flag.
They young bodybuilders routinely lift 4 kg dumbbells and heavy weights to develop their biceps and chest muscles.
Interestingly, Claudiu got to training when he was a year and a half, copying his brother Giuliano. At his sensitive age he can already do the complex tricks like splits between metal rings and backflips along the ground.
Some criticized the father for subjecting his children to such training, which they characterized as cruel for their age, the others however left positive replies and praised the family.
Both parents explained the children were eager to exercise adding that they had “natural ability for this”.
Their mother Ileana said:
“Nothing is forced, it is what God intended for them.
Saturday 25 October 2014
Arms Deal: South Africa Returns $15 Million To Nigeria
The South African government has returned the $15 million seized from Nigeria, which were said to be used for the purchase of arms, a Punch report states.
The news was made public by the South African ambassador to Nigeria, lulu Mnguni who said both the $9.3 million and the $5.7 million would be released to the Nigerian government as promised.
Mnguni also talked about the collapse of a section of the Synagogue church in Lagos in which several South Africans died and how it affects the relationship between both countries, stating that both countries had come a long way and the recent developments will only make relationship between both countries stronger
“South Africa’s relations with
Nigeria has come a long way, so now this actually will make us much
closer, to see how we can close some of these gaps that result in such
accidents. South Africa’s relation with Nigeria is priceless; it cannot
be sold for $15m,” he said.
Wednesday 22 October 2014
Corps Member Accused Of Stealing Money Speaks
NYSC member, Abayomi Isaac Oyebukola accused of stealing N2.3m meant for 144 Corpers in Osun has spoken out.
According to Naijagists report, Abayomi Isaac Oyebukolawho was the Corps members’ Liason Officer (CLO) as chosen by the NYSC local government inspector(LGI) has cleared the air on the accusation.
Read below;
Aside the tenable fact that I graduated from University of Ibadan; a reputable frontier of knowledge where graduates worthy in character and sound judgment are groomed, I loathe activities capable of negating my integrity and hitherto spiting my father’s hard earned name. In all, I find it difficult to ascertain what individuals tend to gain from wanton damage to one’s reputation.
On Tuesday, the 14th of Oct, a friend of mine called my attention to an infamous viral piece that had spread like wildfire on the internet which detailed clusters of harmful and unjustified allegations about me. I thought it was a joke but after my swift internet view, I became utterly dejected and shocked to my bone marrow with my jaw dropped as I read every line of that shocking news.
Shortly, calls came flying in from friends, family and colleagues who knew I’d never ventured into such impish act. After listening to my side of the narration, Many urged me to sue for defamation while others besieged me to write a rejoinder. Apparently, they believed I was incapable of any iota of corrosive tendency.
For hours, I couldn’t even document anything but latter I summoned the strength of defending my cherished personality against parlous information on the internet. Thus I have these to reel off:
Sequel to the election, some Corp members approached me asking me about what they stand to get from the politicians and even went to the extent of gratuitously given them my phone number. In response, I apprised them in respect of pivotal responsibilities of Corp members explaining my position as being in Osun State to serve my fatherland and not to engage in political gimmicks. My words fell on deaf ears because their minds were made up that cash inflow from Osun state bigwigs is certain.
In the article released, I was accused that I bought a car and an apartment out of 2.3 million in this present Nigeria. How is that possible ? This calls for a logical reasoning… At present, I still stand not understand the poster’s definition of ‘Abscond’ because on the 26th of July, 2014, all the schools in Osun State went on holiday and out of 100% corp members in Iwo Local Government, 95% teach in secondary school (Place of Primary assignment). Also, Majority traveled because it’s a long break. That I as well did in a bid to meet my family. So, should I not have traveled to check on family and friends in Ibadan because I’m the CLO (Corper Liaison Officer) ? But mischief makers tagged my traveling as ‘Abscond’ even when schools resumed on the 8th of October, 2014.
As regards some salient issues raised in the detrimental report, here are fundamental questions a sound mind should ask:
1. What is the name of the benevolent politician who gave the money ?
2.What is the money meant for ?
3.Where did the person give me the money ?
4. When is the money paid ?
5. Who witnessed it ?
6. Is it INEC’s money or Corpers allowance ?
Conclusively, I’d like to reiterate that I am not privy or involved in this alleged sinister act capable of denting my name and that of my great citadel of learning, University of Ibadan and It must be noted that as a corp member, collection of any form of largesse from politicians is unreservedly wrong, baseless and punishable. That NYSC Statute, I never breached.
Thanks.
Abayomi Isaac Oyebukola
Some days ago, news went viral that the NYSC member, Abayomi Isaac Oyebukola with the NYSC code no Os/13c/1402, serving in Osun state was accused of stealing and fleeing with a sum of N2.3m meant for the 144 corps members that participated in the state’s gubernatorial election on the 9th of August.
According to reports, the Batch C corp member, Abayomi serving in Iwo local govt area of Osun state and also the Corps members’ Liason Officer (CLO) allegedly fled to Ibadan, Oyo state after stealing the money. With claims that he used the money to buy a car and an apartment with the hope of collecting his NYSC discharge certificate through the back door as they passed out this Thursday.
Apparently some aggrieved corps members posted the report on social media, Nairaland.
According to Naijagists report, Abayomi Isaac Oyebukolawho was the Corps members’ Liason Officer (CLO) as chosen by the NYSC local government inspector(LGI) has cleared the air on the accusation.
Read below;
Aside the tenable fact that I graduated from University of Ibadan; a reputable frontier of knowledge where graduates worthy in character and sound judgment are groomed, I loathe activities capable of negating my integrity and hitherto spiting my father’s hard earned name. In all, I find it difficult to ascertain what individuals tend to gain from wanton damage to one’s reputation.
On Tuesday, the 14th of Oct, a friend of mine called my attention to an infamous viral piece that had spread like wildfire on the internet which detailed clusters of harmful and unjustified allegations about me. I thought it was a joke but after my swift internet view, I became utterly dejected and shocked to my bone marrow with my jaw dropped as I read every line of that shocking news.
Shortly, calls came flying in from friends, family and colleagues who knew I’d never ventured into such impish act. After listening to my side of the narration, Many urged me to sue for defamation while others besieged me to write a rejoinder. Apparently, they believed I was incapable of any iota of corrosive tendency.
For hours, I couldn’t even document anything but latter I summoned the strength of defending my cherished personality against parlous information on the internet. Thus I have these to reel off:
Sequel to the election, some Corp members approached me asking me about what they stand to get from the politicians and even went to the extent of gratuitously given them my phone number. In response, I apprised them in respect of pivotal responsibilities of Corp members explaining my position as being in Osun State to serve my fatherland and not to engage in political gimmicks. My words fell on deaf ears because their minds were made up that cash inflow from Osun state bigwigs is certain.
In the article released, I was accused that I bought a car and an apartment out of 2.3 million in this present Nigeria. How is that possible ? This calls for a logical reasoning… At present, I still stand not understand the poster’s definition of ‘Abscond’ because on the 26th of July, 2014, all the schools in Osun State went on holiday and out of 100% corp members in Iwo Local Government, 95% teach in secondary school (Place of Primary assignment). Also, Majority traveled because it’s a long break. That I as well did in a bid to meet my family. So, should I not have traveled to check on family and friends in Ibadan because I’m the CLO (Corper Liaison Officer) ? But mischief makers tagged my traveling as ‘Abscond’ even when schools resumed on the 8th of October, 2014.
As regards some salient issues raised in the detrimental report, here are fundamental questions a sound mind should ask:
1. What is the name of the benevolent politician who gave the money ?
2.What is the money meant for ?
3.Where did the person give me the money ?
4. When is the money paid ?
5. Who witnessed it ?
6. Is it INEC’s money or Corpers allowance ?
Conclusively, I’d like to reiterate that I am not privy or involved in this alleged sinister act capable of denting my name and that of my great citadel of learning, University of Ibadan and It must be noted that as a corp member, collection of any form of largesse from politicians is unreservedly wrong, baseless and punishable. That NYSC Statute, I never breached.
Thanks.
Abayomi Isaac Oyebukola
Some days ago, news went viral that the NYSC member, Abayomi Isaac Oyebukola with the NYSC code no Os/13c/1402, serving in Osun state was accused of stealing and fleeing with a sum of N2.3m meant for the 144 corps members that participated in the state’s gubernatorial election on the 9th of August.
According to reports, the Batch C corp member, Abayomi serving in Iwo local govt area of Osun state and also the Corps members’ Liason Officer (CLO) allegedly fled to Ibadan, Oyo state after stealing the money. With claims that he used the money to buy a car and an apartment with the hope of collecting his NYSC discharge certificate through the back door as they passed out this Thursday.
Apparently some aggrieved corps members posted the report on social media, Nairaland.
Tuesday 21 October 2014
2015 Guber: Udom Emmanuel Resigns, Declares for Governorship Ambition
The Secretary to the Akwa Ibom State Government, Mr Udom Gabriel Emmanuel,has resigned from office yesterday 20th october 2014.
Mr Udom who has been under intense
pressure from different quarters to contest the 2015 governorship election, he appeared to have heeded to the pleas and is set to declare his governorship ambition today Tuesday 21 october 2014.
Speculations had been rife that the former banker top shot, who became Secretary to the State Government (SSG), less than a year ago, was set to succeed Governor Godswill Akpabio, whose second term expires in 2015.
With his resignation and declaration scheduled for today in Uyo ,at the uyo sports stadium by 9am. The state capital is in good preparation for this great event of our time.
Mr Udom who has been under intense
pressure from different quarters to contest the 2015 governorship election, he appeared to have heeded to the pleas and is set to declare his governorship ambition today Tuesday 21 october 2014.
Speculations had been rife that the former banker top shot, who became Secretary to the State Government (SSG), less than a year ago, was set to succeed Governor Godswill Akpabio, whose second term expires in 2015.
With his resignation and declaration scheduled for today in Uyo ,at the uyo sports stadium by 9am. The state capital is in good preparation for this great event of our time.
Tuesday 14 October 2014
Bishop Oyedepo Reacts To Being Named Richest Pastor In The World
Some days back, a list of richest pastors in the world
surfaced online and Bishop David Oyedepo, founder of the Living Faith
Church aka Winners Chapel topped the list with an estimated net worth of
$150 million.
Speaking with Reuters, Oyedepo who defended the income generated from tithes and offerings in his mega church said it is used to build schools and serve the needs of the poor.
According to the man of God, the wealth the church gathers is invested in expanding it, and if he did not use a private jet, he would be unable to oversee its many foreign operations and still return to Ota every week in time for Sunday’s worship.
Asked about Forbes’ estimate of his fortune, Bishop Oyedepo said that he doesn’t know how Forbes arrived at their figure.
“For me, to have fortune means someone who has what he needs at any point in time. I don’t see myself as having $150 million stacked up somewhere. Whatever way they found their figures, I am only able to say I am blessed by the Lord,” he said.
On whether churches should pay tax considering how much they make, the Bishop replied: “There is no single government input on this premises. We supply our water, we make our roads, then you … say: ‘Let’s tax them’. For what?”
Oyedepo claimed his Corporate Affairs department has employed more than 18,000 people in Nigeria alone.
The headquarters of Oyedepo’s church, Canaan land is a 10,500-acre (4250-hectare) campus located in Ota. It comprises a university, two halls of accommodation, restaurants and a church seating 50,000 people.
Speaking with Reuters, Oyedepo who defended the income generated from tithes and offerings in his mega church said it is used to build schools and serve the needs of the poor.
According to the man of God, the wealth the church gathers is invested in expanding it, and if he did not use a private jet, he would be unable to oversee its many foreign operations and still return to Ota every week in time for Sunday’s worship.
Asked about Forbes’ estimate of his fortune, Bishop Oyedepo said that he doesn’t know how Forbes arrived at their figure.
“For me, to have fortune means someone who has what he needs at any point in time. I don’t see myself as having $150 million stacked up somewhere. Whatever way they found their figures, I am only able to say I am blessed by the Lord,” he said.
On whether churches should pay tax considering how much they make, the Bishop replied: “There is no single government input on this premises. We supply our water, we make our roads, then you … say: ‘Let’s tax them’. For what?”
Oyedepo claimed his Corporate Affairs department has employed more than 18,000 people in Nigeria alone.
The headquarters of Oyedepo’s church, Canaan land is a 10,500-acre (4250-hectare) campus located in Ota. It comprises a university, two halls of accommodation, restaurants and a church seating 50,000 people.
Youth Corper Allegedly Absconds with $14,400 Meant for 144 Corpers in Osun (Photo)
A Youth Corper by name Abayomi Isaac Oyebukola is being accused of absconding with about N2.3m given to him to share among 144 corp members in Osun State.
According to sources who sent the info,he is a Batch 'C' corp member,serving in Iwo Local govt.Area of Osun state.His NYSC code no is Os/13c/1402.He is the corper liason officer(CLO) as chosen by the NYSC local government inspector(LGI).Abayomi is a graduate of the department of English from the prestigious University of Ibadan.
He has since been 'at large' with $14,400 given to him on the 9th of August 2014 by political parties participating in the Osun state gubernatorial election as a largesse to the 144 corp members of the local government that participated in the election.i.e $100 per person.
Abayomi was seen by some of his friends in Ibadan with claims from them that he has bought a car and said he will collect his NYSC discharge certificate through the back door.
The NYSC officials reportedly do not want it to be brought to light but the aggrieved corp members are scared he may end up getting his discharge certificate and later on become a political figure and steal from 170million Nigerians.
Friday 10 October 2014
Arms Deal: South Africa’s Actions Show Lack Of Gratitude
A former President of the Nigerian Senate, Chief Ameh Ebute has
described South Africa as ungrateful following the seizure of about $20
million meant for procurement of arms to boost the country’s fight
against Boko Haram.
“What we are seeing shows clearly that South Africa does not
reciprocate our brotherly gesture,” said Ebute, in reaction to the
alleged seizure of the money meant for arms purchase, despite the
federal government’s communication with the government of South Africa
after the first seizure.
Ebute said further: “It is wrong for the country to continue to humiliate and embarrass us every day by exposing our attempt to secure arms through it to fight insurgents in the country.
“It is most unfortunate that a country we sacrificed so much for to overcome apartheid is now working stridently to disgrace us at every point instead of showing solidarity and support to Nigeria at this crucial moment in its history,” Ebute noted.
The former Senate President in the Third Republic expressed disbelief that Nigeria could be treated the way it was being treated by the South African Government, which is headed by a member of the Anti-Apartheid Movement, Jacob Zuma, who must still remember the role played by Nigeria to end apartheid.
He therefore said what South Africa should have been more concerned about was whether Nigeria has paid for arms supplied to it by South African companies and not how the money is paid to the suppliers given the emergency situation under which Nigeria is sourcing for arms.
The federal government had last month claimed that it authorised the use of the money for the acquisition of vital war machines to confront insurgency in the country after the South African government arrested two Nigerians and an Israeli for being in possession of $9.3 million ferried into the country illegally. Despite the intervention of the FG, the South African government has remained adamant, seizing another sum sent into the country for the same purpose.
Ebute said further: “It is wrong for the country to continue to humiliate and embarrass us every day by exposing our attempt to secure arms through it to fight insurgents in the country.
“It is most unfortunate that a country we sacrificed so much for to overcome apartheid is now working stridently to disgrace us at every point instead of showing solidarity and support to Nigeria at this crucial moment in its history,” Ebute noted.
The former Senate President in the Third Republic expressed disbelief that Nigeria could be treated the way it was being treated by the South African Government, which is headed by a member of the Anti-Apartheid Movement, Jacob Zuma, who must still remember the role played by Nigeria to end apartheid.
He therefore said what South Africa should have been more concerned about was whether Nigeria has paid for arms supplied to it by South African companies and not how the money is paid to the suppliers given the emergency situation under which Nigeria is sourcing for arms.
The federal government had last month claimed that it authorised the use of the money for the acquisition of vital war machines to confront insurgency in the country after the South African government arrested two Nigerians and an Israeli for being in possession of $9.3 million ferried into the country illegally. Despite the intervention of the FG, the South African government has remained adamant, seizing another sum sent into the country for the same purpose.
I’m Very Sick And Addicted To Alcohol - Brain-Damaged Gov Suntai Opens Up
The ailing governor of Taraba state, Danbaba Suntai has reportedly admitted he is sick and not fit to govern the state.
In a report by Pm News, the governor is said to have revealed this in a secret recording by Channels TV.
He said: “Well I can tell you it is well with me to return to my office simply because I want you to support me. But you know the truth I am not well at all to return to my office, as I am now.
“I know that I will pick up with time and be able to discharge my duties, but that will take some time. And I promise never to misbehave again.”
The governor, who according to the report appears incoherent in his speech, disclosed that he was addicted to alcohol, though he did not disclose who was enabling his addiction.
His wife has been accused of being selfish, power hungry and enabler of his addiction.
He advised the people of Taraba state to live according to the laws of God, saying, “If you go outside from God’s laws you will just destroy yourself, and this is what is happening to me. Drinking of alcohol is not a good thing at all.”
When asked his message to Nigerians, the governor replied: “If they can put all those things aside and attend to God, because God did not like what we are doing, but we are still doing it. God does not permit us to do bad deeds, but it is unfortunate that we decided to listen to the devil in this case. it is very unfortunate that I am addicted to alcohol (too much drinking of beer).”
Some days back, Suntai had been declared missing by the state’s acting governor, Alhaji Garba Umar.
In April 2007 Suntai won the election as Governor of Taraba State under the platform of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) and he was re-elected in 2011.
However, in October 2012, the governor suffered serious injuries when a helicopter he was flying crashed near Yola, the Adamawa State capital and since then, he has been undergoing treatment in hospitals abroad.
After months abroad, he was brought back to Nigeria in August 2013 which sparked a lot of controversy. He was once again flown abroad in June, 2014 for a medical check-up and he was brought back on Saturday night, 13 September. On his return, he spoke to reporters in Abuja and according to report his condition is yet to improve.
In a report by Pm News, the governor is said to have revealed this in a secret recording by Channels TV.
He said: “Well I can tell you it is well with me to return to my office simply because I want you to support me. But you know the truth I am not well at all to return to my office, as I am now.
“I know that I will pick up with time and be able to discharge my duties, but that will take some time. And I promise never to misbehave again.”
The governor, who according to the report appears incoherent in his speech, disclosed that he was addicted to alcohol, though he did not disclose who was enabling his addiction.
His wife has been accused of being selfish, power hungry and enabler of his addiction.
He advised the people of Taraba state to live according to the laws of God, saying, “If you go outside from God’s laws you will just destroy yourself, and this is what is happening to me. Drinking of alcohol is not a good thing at all.”
When asked his message to Nigerians, the governor replied: “If they can put all those things aside and attend to God, because God did not like what we are doing, but we are still doing it. God does not permit us to do bad deeds, but it is unfortunate that we decided to listen to the devil in this case. it is very unfortunate that I am addicted to alcohol (too much drinking of beer).”
Some days back, Suntai had been declared missing by the state’s acting governor, Alhaji Garba Umar.
In April 2007 Suntai won the election as Governor of Taraba State under the platform of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) and he was re-elected in 2011.
However, in October 2012, the governor suffered serious injuries when a helicopter he was flying crashed near Yola, the Adamawa State capital and since then, he has been undergoing treatment in hospitals abroad.
After months abroad, he was brought back to Nigeria in August 2013 which sparked a lot of controversy. He was once again flown abroad in June, 2014 for a medical check-up and he was brought back on Saturday night, 13 September. On his return, he spoke to reporters in Abuja and according to report his condition is yet to improve.
What A Mad Woman Did To Two Children
Two children were reportedly abducted by a suspected
kidnapper disguised as a mad woman in Asaba, the Delta state capital
yesterday, October 8.
According to Leadership report, the woman had told the mother of the children that she was on her way to Abakiliki and had missed her way.
She then asked for direction and water to drink.
The unsuspecting mother, out of sympathy, was said to have rushed to a nearby shop to ask for some money to give to the woman, leaving her two children behind.
Before she returned, the “mad” woman had disappeared with her two children.
It was gathered that the suspect had arranged for a waiting vehicle and quickly ferried the kids of between two and four years into the waiting vehicle and zoomed off.
Some residents of the area where the incident took place described the children’s disappearance as mysterious while also calling on the police to do all it can to catch the perpetrators.
Confirming the incident, the police public relations officer in the state, DSP Celestina Kalu said the police have sent out their dragnet to fish out the strange woman as soon as possible
According to Leadership report, the woman had told the mother of the children that she was on her way to Abakiliki and had missed her way.
She then asked for direction and water to drink.
The unsuspecting mother, out of sympathy, was said to have rushed to a nearby shop to ask for some money to give to the woman, leaving her two children behind.
Before she returned, the “mad” woman had disappeared with her two children.
It was gathered that the suspect had arranged for a waiting vehicle and quickly ferried the kids of between two and four years into the waiting vehicle and zoomed off.
Some residents of the area where the incident took place described the children’s disappearance as mysterious while also calling on the police to do all it can to catch the perpetrators.
Confirming the incident, the police public relations officer in the state, DSP Celestina Kalu said the police have sent out their dragnet to fish out the strange woman as soon as possible
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