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It is true that the success and failure of any administration in a given State Government is usually credited to the Governor. Depending on the factors that are used to arrive at such a wholeseome glorification or condemning conclusion of the executive, it may be healthy sometimes and dangerous at another. Looking at governance in democracy and the stratification of responsibilities of the different arms of government, it's a grave error to always generalize that every act of government is liable to the executive arm alone. Whether or not Lalong is playing the flute behind the scenes, those who are dancing to the tune must have been satisfied with the tune of the music. Legislation in particular is supposed to be the wisdom end of governance where critical decision making, lawmaking and in-depth analysis/correction of the administration is carried out. Going by the scorecard of the lawmakers so far, it is easy to conclude that the 9th Assembly have failed in almost ever

Following allegations by a group known as the Youths Rights Against Corruption (YRAC) who petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), accusing the now former speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Hon. Nuhu Abok Ayuba, of abuse of office and financial misappropriation. Members of Plateau State House of Assembly have swiftly moved to impeached the embattled speaker in the early hours of Thursday 28th October, 2021 following series of political maneuvering since the emergence of such petition. Signed by the YRAC executive director, Comrade Abednego Musa, and titled “Petition Against Plateau State House of Assembly Speaker, Nuhu Abok Ayuba On Gross Financial Misconduct, Criminal Breach Of Public Trust And Abuse Of Office”, the group also demanded that the Speaker immediately step down from his position, pending the completion of the EFCC investigation.  As if planned, the members of the house have heed to the advice of the group and have impeached

At least six persons have been killed by gunmen suspected to be bandits in Unguwar Samanja village, Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State. Residents said the bandits stormed the village around 5:49 pm on Sunday when residents were preparing for prayer. According to them, the bandits operated for many hours unchecked. It was learnt that on arrival at the village on motorcycles, the gunmen started shooting indiscriminately, resulting in the death of the victims. The gunmen also abducted a yet-to-be ascertained number of people. Katsina, despite being the home state of President Muhammadu Buhari has witnessed sporadic attacks by bandits and kidnappers that have claimed the lives of many. Over 700 people have been reportedly killed by the gunmen in Jibia, Kankara, Dutsinma, Musawa, Danmusa and Safana local government areas of the state in the last five months. On December 11, 2020, some bandits kidnapped 344 students of Government Science Secondary School, Kankara, whi

A joke once told by popular Nigerian comedian goes: An armed robber came to the houses three Nigerians. The first house was that of the Yoruba man who, out of fear, pleaded with the robber to spare his life and take everything he wanted. At the second house, the Igbo man was more daring and  preferred not to part with all his resources, "nna make we negotiate na, you no fit pack everything like that na". At the Hausa man's house the robber was face-to-face with his victim who held a kitchen knife and said, "don ubanka, if you shoot, I chuk". Apart from amusing us, jokes also have a way of communicating certain realities.  So last week the Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, in a press statement revealed Sunday Igboho's sponsors even linking some of them to financiers of terrorists in the north. He said, Igboho is a signatory to 43 different accounts in 9 banks and between the months of May - September, 2020, Igboho received a tot

The Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Lai Mohammed, has pleaded with the House of Representatives Committee on Information, National Orientation, Ethics and Values not to cut the ministry’s budget proposal. Mr Mohammed, along with some heads of agencies under the ministry, had appeared before the committee on Monday to defend the propaganda budget. “My prayer is that please don’t reduce from what is presented. Don’t touch my budget because you will have no moral justification for accusing the executive of giving me small,” he said. According to him, when he met his counterpart in China and asked how much their budget for information was, the Chinese said it was national security. Members of the committee also expressed concerns over underfunding of the ministry. “I don’t know why the Ministry of Information is being underfunded. And I see some state ministries being funded more than a whole federal ministry. “We need to make an official report on this matter to

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has said that the attack by bandits on rail track was a terrorists act and  bandits should be labelled so. CAN said the attack on the rail track which has led to the suspension of train services from Abuja to Kaduna ,was another additional cause for concern by the people of Kaduna state and those coming to do business in the state. Rev.John Joseph Hayab, Vice President of CAN( 19 Northern States and FCT) and Chairman of the Kaduna State chapter, said in a statement titled ‘Attack on Kaduna -Abuja Rail Track, A Final Onslaught by Bandits’,that the Kaduna bandits had become very strong and daring to our government and security agents. “Thank God Governor El-Rufai himself has called on the federal government to declare bandits as terrorists so that our security forces can kill them further shows that the era of denials and playing politics with insecurity is coming to an end.” “Unless we maintain a firm position against those tormenti

Panic has set in among prospective corps members in Zamfara State following the abduction of some of their colleagues on their way to their orientation camp in Tsafe Local Government Area of the state. Although the police confirmed the abduction of two prospective corps members along the Sheme-Tsafe highway in the state, witnesses said about six others were missing from the incident that occurred on Tuesday. The Tsafe hosts the National Youth Service (NYSC) orientation camp in Zamfara. The police said a joint search and rescue operation was ongoing to rescue the abducted corps members and other victims. The police spokesperson in the state, Muhammad Shehu, in a statement, said the police commissioner in the state, Ayuba Elkana, has visited the camp and assured NYSC officials of the safety of corps members in the camp. @dreamztv__ 09064555414

The suspended National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Uche Secondus, has taken steps to stop the convention of the party. The development was revealed in a letter dated 21st October 2021, and released through his lawyer, Tayo Oyetibo, SAN. Secondus in the letter disclosed that an appeal has been filed at the Court of Appeal, Port Harcourt Judicial Division in respect to the case filed by one Mr Ibeawuchi E. Alex and four others jointly instituted Suit No PHC/2183/CS/2021. The letter reads, “We act for the Appellant in the above-captioned matter, PRINCE UCHE SECONDUS, who was the National Chairman of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP), before the institution of Suit Number PHC/2183/CS/2021, and wish to bring to your attention the following facts: “1. On 23 August 2021 one Mr Ibeawuchi E. Alex and four others jointly instituted Suit No PHC/2183/CS/2021 at the High Court of Rivers State, PortHarcourt Judicial Division against Prince Uche Seconds and the PP as

Governor Ayade is a very complex and self contradictory governor. I don't understand him. I have always maintained that he is an intelligent man. I love his ideas. Who wouldn't love ideas like the Garment Factory, Superhighway, Deep Seaport, etc. Apart from this beautiful ideas, he also mouth a lot about his empathy and ethics.  Now, comes the confusion and self contradictions: 1. The Governor claims he is industrialising Cross River State by building factories and industries but he does not have a single program to channel the vibrant youthful energy in Cross River State into these industries. Rather, the Governor is channeling this vibrant youthful energy into politics. He has over 7000 appointees, mostly young people. The conversation on the streets of Cross River State among young people is how to get a political appointment not how to man the industries the Governor claims he is building across the state. Young Cross Riverians have perfected the skills of hunti

A fully loaded luxurious (Volvo marcopolo) bus with an inscription “GUO OKEKE MOTORS” was early on Wednesday intercepted by armed bandits with about 90 passengers kidnapped. A source who witnessed the incident told Pointblanknews.com that, “the bus which was travelling from Owerri in Imo state and heading to Abuja with about 90- passengers including another 35 additional passengers on attachment on board unfortunately ran into the waiting hands of dare-devils armed bandits just after the Ena- river before Okhuessan community along Ewatto to Ubiaza express road at about 1:20am this morning and 123-passengers including driver on board have been kidnapped into the forest while the remaining 2- escaped through the windows of the commercial bus into the bush before one of them was later rescued by a hunter at Okhuessan forest and brought to the popular Angle-90 junction in Ubiaza at about 5am this morning for possible assistance.” According to the source, "at the moment, th

Alhaji Lai Mohammed, Minister of Information and Culture, alluded to Disc Jockey Obianuju Catherine Udeh, better known as DJ Switch, at a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday. The minister had addressed the media on the occasion of the first anniversary of the EndSARS protest. At his press briefing, the minister accused DJ Switch of joining those who lied against security operatives. Although he did not mention her name specifically, it was clear that he was referring to her. The minister insisted that no one was killed by security operatives, accusing Amnesty International, CNN, and “a runaway DJ” of spreading falsehood. “The testimony of ballistic experts before the Judicial Panel of Inquiry in Lagos contradicts the tales by the moonlight by Amnesty International, CNN, a runaway DJ and their ilk.” @dreamztv__ 09064555414

Alhaji Lai Mohammed, Minister of Information and Culture, alluded to Disc Jockey Obianuju Catherine Udeh, better known as DJ Switch, at a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday. The minister had addressed the media on the occasion of the first anniversary of the EndSARS protest. At his press briefing, the minister accused DJ Switch of joining those who lied against security operatives. Although he did not mention her name specifically, it was clear that he was referring to her. The minister insisted that no one was killed by security operatives, accusing Amnesty International, CNN, and “a runaway DJ” of spreading falsehood. “The testimony of ballistic experts before the Judicial Panel of Inquiry in Lagos contradicts the tales by the moonlight by Amnesty International, CNN, a runaway DJ and their ilk.” @dreamztv__ 09064555414

The Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has asked the Federal Government to declare bandits in the North-West geo-political zone of the country as “insurgents” or The declaration, the governor said, would able the Nigerian military to attack and kill “these bandits without any major consequences in the international law.” Backing the National Assembly’s resolution to declare bandits as terrorists, the governor said the state government had since 2017 written to the federal government on that, pointing out that “bandits don’t deserve mercy and they should not be allowed to live.” “We in the Kaduna State government had always urged for the declaration of bandits as insurgents and terrorists. We have written letters to the federal government since 2017 asking for this declaration because it is this declaration that will allow the Nigerian military to attack and kill these bandits without any major consequences in the international law. “So, we support the resolution b

Ofricers of the Lagos State Police Command have arrested two protesters at the Lekki tollgate where the #EndSARS Memorial Protest is scheduled to hold in the state today. One of those arrested claimed to be a journalist while the other was seen carrying a placard. The police had reportedly warned that anyone seen at the tollgate without an ID card will be arrested. The arrested journalist told newsmen that he works with  LegitTV  and that his phone, driver’s license, and other documents were taken away from him. Speaking from a Lagos State Task Force van where he was kept by the police, the journalist who identified himself as Abisola stated that he lost his ID card in transit. About 30 police trucks and armed personnel are currently at the tollgate to enforce a ban on protests issued by the police command. REASON FOR TODAY'S PROTEST The #EndSARS protests which were held in October 2020 were against the activities of the now-disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Sq

Whitlow is an infection many have people suffered from in both urban and rural areas. As a result of this ailment, few victims have lost their fingers/toes while some have got permanent deformation on affected areas.  The severe pains that is associated with this disease have give us a reason for this awareness. It's a duty to save people with information. There are various traditional ways/means that have been employed by different people in attempt to cure this infection but none could actually stand to be effective. Some people take antibiotics, others apply Lelle leaves, potash, hypo, burning of affected with fire , et.c., yet none of these methods can be said to have yielded positive.  Below is the plant of which I couldn't get a real agriculturist who can tell me the English or scientific name. But I know the name as 'toenes' in Kwalla language of plateau state. This plant can only be familiar people in the Agricult

Yesterday, Thursday 14th October, 2021 history was made on the Plateau during the inauguration of the newly elected Council Legislators in Shendam LGC. Honourable Rose Kwaprep, a female Councilor representing Zemsuk Ward in Shendam Local Government Legislative Arm emerge as Legislative Leader after a due democratic in-house election of Principal Officers of the legislators. Honourable Rose, elected for the second time as Councilor during Lalong's APC administration polled 13 votes in a keenly contested election to defeat her opponent, the incumbent Leader, Honourable Marcellanus Thomas of Panwasa Ward who got 7 votes.  This victory makes her the first female Local Government Council Legislative Leader in Plateau State and one of the few to have grace the seat in Nigeria. Her unprecedented success is a good feat for the progress of democracy in Nigeria and Africa at large where female participation in politics is usually very low. Certain cultures

Liver and Kidney diseases/failure are so deadly and has killed millions of people including Muna Obiekwe a Nigerian actor in 2015, Pastor Ajidara and Prince James Uche. "You are what you eat" goes a popular saying. So food consumption can either have a positive or adverse impact on human health.  Below is a list of foods one should consume much for the benefit of liver and kidney: 1. ALMONDS. A lot of people in Nigeria seldom eat almonds. Some people ignorantly say that it's deep sweetness is as a result of too much sugar content but it will interest you to know that Almonds are loaded with antioxidants high in Vitamin E which can really assist blood sugar control.  These antioxidants also control oxidative stress which is a major contributor to kidney and liver inflammation; therefore consuming a good amount of almonds will reduce the risk of kidney and liver failure. 2. WATER We can understand that no system in us can function well without water

Liver and Kidney diseases/failure are so deadly and has killed millions of people including Muna Obiekwe a Nigerian actor in 2015, Pastor Ajidara and Prince James Uche. You are what you eat, goes a popular saying. Food consumption can either have a positive or adverse impact on human health.  Below is a list of foods one should consume much for the benefit of liver and kidney: 1. ALMONDS. A lot of people in Nigeria seldom eat almonds. Some people ignorantly say that it's deep sweetness is as a result of too much sugar content but it will interest you to know that Almonds are loaded with antioxidants high in Vitamin E which can really assist blood sugar control.  These antioxidants also control oxidative stress which is a major contributor to kidney and liver inflammation; therefore consuming a good amount of almonds will reduce the risk of kidney and liver failure. 2. WATER We can understand that no system in us can function well without water if a day goes

Former Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Suleiman Kazaure has urged corps members from different tribes to inter-marry. He said it was as an avenue of boosting national integration. This remark was given by General Kazaure when he visited corps members undergoing their orientation programme. He noted that the essence of the scheme was to ensure national integration, which would bring the desired unity in the country. “I wish to see you intermarry within the orientation period to enhance national integration, as this would be achieved through adequate bonding in the camp. “The Ramadan did not stop us from coming to the camp as I received lots of text messages inquiring about the possibility of organizing the camp within the period.” He noted that he insisted that the orientation programme would be organized and that by God’s grace it went on and the Corps members would soon leave the camp.

Employment in Nigeria is not easily accessible and this has been the reason many graduates are still struggling to  make money.  In this article, we will be highlighting 10 businesses you can start doing in Plateau state and any part of the country which can help boost your finance as you earn; 1. CLOTHES AND SHOES Selling of clothings can earn one a lot of money as fashion has become the enthusiasm for everyone these days especially on the Plateau. Clothes & shoes with good quality can generate profit as any price could be trusted by customers. This business can be started with little capital like 10-15 thousand Naira only and have a double advantage of being sold either by hawking or in stalls. 2. GRAINS AND FOODSTUFF Grains like Rice, Guinea Corn, Millet, Maize groundnut e.t.c  and foodstuffs such as crayfish and red oil can be purchased at a maximum quantity and can be sold with good profit if distributed to retail shops and homes. One can start this business with e

The Department of State Services has flown veteran actor, Chiwetalu Agu, to Abuja as part of investigations for promoting Biafra and allegedly inciting members of the public. Agu was first arrested by the Nigerian Army on October 7, 2021, around Upper Iweka in Onitsha, Anambra State, for wearing a Biafra outfit while distributing bread and other items to the poor. The army had accused him of soliciting support for the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra which has been accused of several acts of terrorism. He was subsequently handed over to the DSS for investigation and prosecution. However, a relative of the Nollywood actor told The PUNCH that they had been denied access to him. The relative, who wished to remain anonymous because of the sensitivity of the case, said Agu was first moved from Anambra to Enugu and then to Abuja. He said attempts to see him in Abuja were rebuffed by the DSS. “We spent two days trying to ascertain his whereabouts. We were later informed that

The National Assembly has today (Tuesday), finally bowed to public pressure, by expunging the self-centered clause in the electoral bill recently passed into law. It now empowered INEC to use electronic voting system to transmit results.  Senate also made it mandatory for all political parties in Nigeria to now use DIRECT method only, to elect candidates - (No more consensus, delegates or harmonization in the constitution of all political parties in Nigeria). This implys that all party card carrying members are now the ones empowered by law have to elect candidates during party primaries and congresses. There's no more room for delegates, concensus and harmonization. The hope of all unpopular aspirants who don't like participating in a proper democratic electoral contest is now dashed. From all indication, the national assembly is the problem Nigeria has. They know the right thing to do, but are unwilling to to it, except when the people resist fervently.  *~DreamzTV*   _090645

TUESDAY CORNER (078) Last week, Sunday, a friend called me and said David Hundeyin had just released an investigative report and then he sent me a link. After reading Hundeyin's 'Cornflakes for Jihad: The Boko Haram Origin Story' I was amazed. As expected, it made the rounds during the week, with some people hailing and others calling it irresponsible journalism. Whatever the case is, Hundeyin's exposé explained the role of the bourgeoisie is perpetrating crime and violence in Nigeria. From his revelation, religious extremism has as complex web and it also tells you why some matters can not be easily tackled. Admittedly, there are certain things that don't add up or need more investigation in the report but it must be noted that Nasreddin, the CEO of NASCO, not NASCO itself has a hand in terrorism. Therefore, the company should be cut some slack even for the sake of the farmers who supply cereals and others included in the value chain. NASCO itself shou

Governor Nasir el-Rufai has appointed 28-year-old Khalil Nur Khalil as executive secretary of Kaduna Investment Promotion Agency (KADIPA).  The graduate of the business and economics from the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), Cyprus, was the investment intelligence director at KADIPA (the youngest person to assume the role in the history of Kaduna) before his recent appointment.  Muyiwa Adekeye, special adviser to el-Rufai on media also announced other changes in the governor’s cabinet. The Governor's Chief of Staff, Muhammad Sani Abdullahi was redeployed to the planning and budget commission. Jaafaru Sani, Thomas Gyang, Halima Lawal, Ibrahim Hussaini, Shehu Usman Muhammad, Muhammad Sani Abdullahi, Kabir Mato and Idris Nyam were assigned to the ministries of environment, works, education, agriculture, local government, business, innovation and sports respectively. Balaraba Aliyu-Inuwa was appointed administrator, Zaria Metropolitan Authority; Muhammad Hafiz Bayero as administ

All is set for the Matriculation of new cadets at wonders international maritime Academy In Oguta Imo state. No fewer that 20 cadets will be matriculated. Speaking to the rector LT LOT who is high spirits says maritime education is Priority to the industry as a foundation to their  career at sea other guest expected at the occasion are maritime professional one of whom is ENGR CHARLES DAVID to deliver key note lecture on BRAND Your Future.. About WIMA WIMA is a Merchant Navy Maritime Institute for Seafarers Mission Statement To train and educate qualified young persons to become certified officers in the Nigerian merchant Navy. To prepare cadets for a successful maritime career in the maritime industry, ashore or afloat, by an integrated quality and education and undergraduate or graduate curriculum of general education.