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Yoruba Nation Rally Holds in Lagos Tomorrow

We Will Hold 'Yoruba Nation' Rally In Lagos On Saturday – Ilana Omo Oodua – Channels Television
The Ilana Omo Oodua (IOO), has expressed its readiness to hold its pro-Yoruba Nation rally scheduled to hold in Lagos tomorrow .
The group in a letter to the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Hakeem Odumosu, and copied to the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babatunde Sanwoolu by its General Secretary and Legal Adviser, Arc. George Akinola and Barr. Olasupo Ojo respectively, urged the Lagos State Police Command to ensure that the rally is peaceful, orderly and not hijacked by hoodlums as earlier insinuated by Police.
The group said :”Our rally sheduled to hold on Saturday will still hold without any fear or intimidation and we promise to be peaceful like we have always been.We have been peaceful, orderly and lawful at everywhere we have visited, therefore, we call on the Lagos State Police Command to ensure that the rally is not hijacked by hoodlums.
“We are happy that the Police already know that hoodlums are likely to hijack the rally. Now, we call on the police to ensure such does not happen like it didn’t happen in Ekiti, Ondo, Osun, Oyo and Ogun States respectively where we’ve held our rallies.
“It is the duty of the Police to safeguard our peaceful demonstration and protect us. On our own part, we promise to cooperate with the police towards ensuring that the rally is peaceful and orderly.”, the statement added
Online Editor by — July 2, 2021 in Oduduwa 0
Ikeja Electric Inducts 20 Young Engineers 

Ikeja Electric inducts 20 young engineers -
 Ikeja Electric (IE),has inducted 20 young Engineers into a year comprehensive developmental programme targeted at young, dynamic, self-motivated and highly driven young talent to improve their capacity and practical field practice experience.
The programme, which is in its sixth edition, is designed to be an immersive and experiential learning experience for selected young engineers, focusing on processes, procedures and operations of the Nigerian Electricity Supply industry.
It will also involve a blend of learning approaches; instructor-led classroom sessions, virtual sessions, Field and On-the-job practical sessions to ensure effective learning transfer.
Speaking at the induction ceremony, in Lagos,the Chief Executive Officer of Ikeja Electric,  Folake Soetan, noted that the goal of the program is to build  capacity of technical manpower with requisite skills,with key interest in infrastructural and human capital development of the power sector.
“The key is in ensuring proper knowledge transfer from our very experienced technical workforce to the engineers coming on board; that is the one way to ensure that we remain relevant to the needs of our customers, guaranteeing our esteemed customers who depend on us for power, a reliable and qualitative service”, she said.
Soetan noted that Ikeja Electric would continue to reinvest in its human capital to create a pipeline for the kind of leadership needed for future growth and development of the industry.
“This strategy is part of the company’s objective of infusing and developing the next generation of competent and reliable professionals who are expected to be groomed with a broader perspective and exposed to the entire Energy Value Chain as well as driving the company’s vision of being the provider of choice wherever energy is consumed” she explained.
She further added that “the programme has been running for six years now and we have had several success stories. We expect that this set will even have more stories especially in this era when our mantra in Ikeja Electric is Customer First, Technology Now”.
With the recent launch of its internal mentorship program, the Engineers will also enjoy the privilege of mentorship from highly trained and experienced engineers the industry who will act as mentors; offering variety of professional experiences within a structure that provides opportunities to learn, grow, and ultimately succeed.
Ikeja Electric continues to invest heavily in training and capacity building programs targeted at advancing the aspiration of youths by providing them with the opportunity of to be self-reliant as well as empowering them for a better life.
Online Editor by — July 2, 2021 in Power 0
Access Bank  Rewards Excellence At CEO Awards

The 2021 Access Bank Group CEO Awards held recently to reward individuals who have showed commitment and hard work towards the growth of the Bank.
The virtual event themed ‘Building Global Leadership’ provided a platform to celebrate outstanding performance and drive the Bank’s ‘One People, One Culture’ ideology across the Group. With footprints in affiliates spanning the African continent and beyond, the Bank is truly aspiring to becoming Africa’s Gateway to the World by showcasing diversity through its African subsidiaries on a global stage.
The CEO Awards, one of the programs under the Bank’s ‘We Clap Initiative’, was designed to support the development of a culture of excellence and motivate employees and teams for superior performance across the Bank. Winners were assessed based on their accomplishments, reputation and ability to demonstrate commitment by aligning with the core values of the Bank.
Speaking at the occasion, Group Managing Director/CEO, Herbert Wigwe said:“Our significant increases across all major business and financial highlights is the kind of endorsement few can argue with, and we are proud of our ability to add value to clients as well as leverage our unique value proposition to provide innovative solutions across the economic value chain.
“The successes we enjoy today did not happen overnight, it has taken 32 years of technological advancement, 32 years of human capital investment by our Access Warriors – individuals who have been motivated to excel and leave an indelible footprint for a new generation of Africans.”
Online Editor by — July 2, 2021 in Banking&Finance 0
Kia Debuts Made-In-Nigeria Sorento At Lagos Fair

2021 Kia Sorento Redesign Review, Price, Interior
Kia Nigeria  has debuted its Made-In-Nigeria all-new 2021 Kia Sorento  at the  recent 15th Lagos Auto Fair
Also at the fair is Kia’s global best-selling sedan, K5 combines a striking new design with a driver-focused interior, cutting-edge technologies, and all-new powertrain options – illustrating the premium qualities that the Kia brand now offers Nigerian customers.
“The all-new K5 is the ideal model for the exuberant, tech-savvy individuals, as it can help achieve a lifestyle centered around personal freedom and mobility said Olawale Jimoh, the Marketing Manager of Kia Nigeria. “The all-new K5 is well placed to establish itself as a fresh force within the premium sedan market, highlighted by its slick, sporty look, class-transcending space, robust powertrain, and diverse, cutting-edge technologies.”
Commenting on the new K5 design, the Director-General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council, Mr. Jelani Aliyu while at the opening ceremony of the Lagos Auto Fair expressed his awe at the “slick design” of the premium sedan. He also lauds Kia’s alluring design of the roomy, high-tech interior, sharp handling, and fresh new look characterized by sculpted bodywork and the premium model’s bold lines. The K5 also boasts a suite of advanced safety, connectivity and infotainment technologies, placing it among the most high-tech and comprehensively equipped cars in its class.
The all-new K5 is defined by distinctive exterior elements, such as the long hood and glittering horizontal chrome lines on the front bumper, and sensuous shoulder lines pressed into the sides. It also sports a wide “Tiger Nose” grille, intricately designed full LED headlights, premium crystal-cut alloy wheelbase, as well as a chrome-enmeshed rear bumper, all of which accentuate the SUV’s dynamic appearance.
The fourth generation of the all-new 2021 Sorento features a head-turning design, more off-road capability, and proven safety technology. With a bold new name representing Kia’s engineering and consumer confidence, the K5 on the other hand sets a new standard among midsize sedans with its revolutionary design and powerful turbocharged engine line-up.
The interior of the all-new Sorento is made of high-quality materials evoking the feel of a stylish, futuristic “cockpit” characterized by taut, smooth surfaces. Equipped with a range of technologies to maximize convenience, connectivity, and ease of use, the bold design of the cabin incorporates a touchscreen infotainment system.
The Kia Sorento makes its first public appearance at the Auto Fair, impressing the attendees with a purposeful SUV stance, raised body, and a powerful all-wheel-drive system. Its rugged looks are matched by true ‘go-anywhere capability. A rugged and robust large SUV, the all-new 2021 Sorento hints at how the Kia has adapted its latest designs and features for the large off-road SUV segment.
Through its presence at the Lagos Auto Fair, Kia is demonstrating its technology vision of the future. The company is responding to sensitive human needs and conditions, building on the application of its technology and design breakthroughs.
Online Editor by — July 2, 2021 in Motoring 0
LCCI Names New DG

Almona emerges new LCCI director-general | Ripples Nigeria
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has announced the appointment of Dr Chinyere Almona as its Director General, effective July 1, 2021.
Her appointment was sequel to the retirement of Dr Muda Yusuf at the expiration of his tenure of office, having served the chamber for a total of 24 years, with the last 13 years in the capacity of Director General.
Mrs Toki Mabogunje, President, LCCI, described the immediate past director general as an astute economist of repute.
She said that Yusuf rose to become the director general through hard work and unrivalled dedication to duty.
She described him as a respected public commentator on macroeconomic issues, regulatory environment, economic reforms, policy and institutional reforms, trade policy issues and investment climate matters.
She said:“He has led numerous policy reform and engagement sessions on the business environment, investment climate issues and the ease of doing business in Nigeria. Indeed, Dr Muda Yusuf will surely be missed by staff, members of the chamber, partners, collaborators, the diplomatic community, and stakeholders in the media space for his sound economic and analytical prowess, which has contributed immensely to the effectiveness of public policy advocacy and the development of the Nigerian economy.
“We believe that, though he has retired from the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, he is definitely not tired of contributing his quota to the prosperity of Nigeria, as the economic powerhouse of the African continent. We shall continue to benefit from his expertise as he moves to the next stage of his endeavours”
The LCCI President said the new director general’s appointment was an added value to the well-established profile of the chamber.
She expressed optimism that Almona’s appointment would further transform and reposition the chamber in this season of the new normal, and enable it to maintain its position as a leading voice of the organised private sector.
Almona brings in about 30 years experience in diverse areas through her various roles.
She had previously led the Africa Corporate Governance Programme of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), which provided a wide range of corporate governance reforms across 13 African countries.
Online Editor by — July 2, 2021 in SME/Manufacturing 0
Group Justifies FG’s Escrow Of DisCos’ Account

Power Investors flay FG's plan to escrow discos' accounts - Businessday NG
The Nigeria Consumer Protection Network,has justified the recent decision of the Federal Government to escrow the  accounts of electricity distribution companies in the country.
Its President,Kunle Olubiyo,said the companies were not remitting money to NBET and market operators inspite of the huge inflows being recorded by them.
He said:”About 5 Discos were making N50 billion per month .They were not remitting to NBET and Market Operators to fund the cash strapped market.Whenever they choose to remit at all, they usually remit paltry sum of 10% to 20% .
“It was more or less a bitcoin currency market where there were serious in fighting between the board members , chairman of some discos were segregated and excluded .  It was cat and mouse relationship between those hurriedly came together to form the DisCom few weeks privatization better described as strange bed”
He said in the last three years,the big  distribution companies raked in i N 1.8 Trillion Naira
He alleged that there are there are caucuses  with structures and secret bank account only
or exclusively known to two or three members of the inner causes of each of the board of directors or equity stakeholders.
He further alleged:”There  are serious mistrust amongst the investors , local and foreign partners.  They could not eat from each other’s table and could not freely take drinks from each other’s hand ..It was pure mistrust. There several dirty board room intrigues and crafty design to go for each others’ head in a mafia like dirty fight.
“The Federal Government  have been providing the Payment Assurance Fund ( PAF ) for regular payment of Gas .Now that has been drawn down and exhausted. The private sector owned gas companies that used to rush to supply gas has shut down their machines.They are not ready to supply on credit.They do cash and carry.
“This is where the take or pay PRG AcuGas between NIPP /NDPHC and .AccuGas and the likes come to the rescue.Take or Pay Obligations to Gas Suppliers or
Provision of PRG or Firm Contracted Gas Purchase Agreement between power generation companies  and gas companied  are inevitable and fundamental if we must be taken serious as a nation.
He said  the  attempts by
NBET and  electricity distribution companies  to call off or pull out their 90 Days banks’ guarantee 90 days letter of credits from the markets will no doubt exposed the
Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry to more ridicule among the  comity of Nations. ..
He added:”Moving forward ,the regulatory institutions that has direct and indirect bearing on the Power Sector should rise above board , be an incorruptible judge,rise above regulatory capture, be firm ,  courageous and consistent in the strict implementation of markets rules , statutory and regulatory framework .This is the way to go in an ideal regulatory landscape if we really want to get the best for the Nigerian Electricity EcoSystem….
Online Editor by — July 2, 2021 in Power 0
 Police,  Hunters Free Four Kidnap Victims Along Ibadan – Ijebu Ode Road

Police Rescue Four People Kidnapped Along Ibadan-Ijebu Ode Road | InsideOyo.com
Four kidnap victims have been rescued along Ibadan – Ijebu Ode Road of Ibadan Metropolis by combined team of Police and local hunters.
Three women and a man were promptly rescued at Oluyole Local Government area through the efforts of Local Security agents and the police.
The victims were on their way to a quarry site along the express road.
The council’s Boss, Olaide settle while speaking on the incident, attributed this success to one of the fallout of the recently held security meeting with both conventional and non conventional security agents at the council’s Secretariat which led to the quick rescue of the kidnapped victims.
He further used  the opportunity to advise  people to be security conscious and also urged them to call the number (615) whenever there’s a threat to their security.
Although due to the shock experienced by the victims, three out of the  four rescued are presently at the hospital while the fourth has been reunited with his family.
The chairman assured  that efforts will continue to be intensified in protecting the lives of residents in the area.
Online Editor by — July 2, 2021 in Crime/Metro 0
Kenyatta Betrayed Kanu-IPOB

We support our kith and kin - Niger Delta Avengers" - Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) | BellaNaija
The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB,says  President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya should be held responsible for the re-arrest of Mazi  Nnamdi Kanu.
Emma Powerful spokesman of the group disclosed this in a statement
The release reads in part : “We the global movement of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) ably led by our great and indomitable leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, express our disappointment with President Uhuru Kenyetta of Kenya and his Government over his role in the abduction of our Leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and his subsequent smuggling into Nigeria by the wicked Nigeria security agents.
 We are still at shock why a President like Uhuru Kenyetta would stoop so low to collude with a terror-friendly Government like Nigeria under
President Muhamnadu Buhari to abduct and dehumanise our Leader for doing nothing other than demanding the freedom of Biafrans from the Nigeria bondage”.
“Based on our preliminary findings, President Uhuru Kenyetta was very instrumental to the abduction of our Leader in Kenya. The treacherous action of Uhuru kenyatta against Nnamdi Kanu and Biafrans at large is a clear violation of the 1949  Geneva Convention, and United Nations Code.
We still don’t understand why Uhuru kenyatta and some corrupt officials of his Government would prefer to betray Nnamdi Kanu and Biafrans? Is it because of Nigeria oil money? Is it because of the
paltry N100 million bounty placed on Kanu’s head by some Northern charlatans?  Why will President Uhuru Kenyetta sell our leader Mazi Nnamdi to the evil hands of Nigerian government?
 “It is so shameful that Uhuru kenyatta would belittle himself in a manner he has just done. By this wickedness and grievous sin, Uhuru kenyatta has demonstrated his affection for the murderous Fulani terrorists  ravaging the entire Nigeria
killing and maming indigenous people in their ancestral lands.
Uhuru kenyatta and his partners in crime should get ready to meet us at the International Criminal Court, ICC. This act of terror against our Leader, Nnamdi Kanu, a NATO citizen, British citizen with British
International Passport and member of other international organizations will not go unpunished.”
“As we continue with our investigations into this crime with a view to unmasking all the collaborators, we announce the following interim actions until further notice:
We call on all Biafrans both home and in the diaspora to boycott travels with Kenya Air Lines; to immediately stop patronising any product made in Kenya; and to boycott any business dealings with
Kenyans. We cannot be relating friendly with anyone collaborating with our oppressors to keep us in perpetual slavery”!
“We also want to urge all Biafrans and members of the public to disregard all the concocted rubbish the wicked Nigeria Government and their agents
have been peddling about how and where our leader was arrested. He was never arrested but abuducted. All these cock and bull story is to
twist facts and blackmail our selfless leader who they have seen as the major obstacle against their agenda to completely Islamise and Fulani Nigeria. Nobody should believe these lies. They are only intended to demarket our Leader and puncture his global reputation and teeming followership.
“The global family of IPOB reaffirm our unalloyed loyalty, belief and confidence in our leader Nnamdi Kanu. Biafrans are united behind him in his current ordeals in the hands of our oppressors. We also wish to remind the Nigeria Government that nothing should happen to our leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu”, he concluded
Online Editor by — July 2, 2021 in Ndigbo 0
Ekiti Prophet Gets Life Jail Term

Prophet bags life imprisonment for sexual assault in Ekiti - Vanguard News
Ekiti State High Court has sentenced a self styled prophet and  founder of  Palace of Mercy, Mathew Street, Odo Ado Area,Olakanye Oni to life imprisonment  for man slaughter.
He  was found guilty of being instrumental to the death of one of his followers, Mrs Omowale Gbadamosi who sought deliverance over bareness .
Justice Abiodun Adesodun held that that the prosecution had  proved  the case beyond reasonable doubt.
He ruled that the defendant  was guilty of the offence of manslaughter and sentenced him to life imprisonment.
The  prosecution team led by the Director of Public Prosecutions, Ministry of Justice Ekiti State,Julius Ajibare expksibed that the convict sometimes in March, 2017  lured one Mrs Gbadamosi Omowale from Lagos to Ado Ekiti on the pretence that he has solution to her barrenness.
On getting to his Church at Palace of Mercy, Mathew Street, Odo Ado Area, Ado Ekiti, the convict hypnotized the victim and lured her into his room. He thereafter spread a white cloth on her and raped her.
 The convict was said to have deployed  unsavoury  tactics to hypnotised his victim by  using  white handkerchief to clean the victim’s private part and inserted a substance believed to be potash into her vagina.
The victim’s vagina got decayed as a result of the substance inserted into it by the convict which led to the victim’s eventual death.
The convict was found to have  collected a sum of fifty two thousand naira from the victim.
The prosecution called six witnesses to prove the case while the defence counsel, Chris Omokhafe Esq, called the convict and one other person as witnesses.
Online Editor by — July 2, 2021 in Law/Human Rights 0
LASG Hands Over Temporary Court Complex To Judiciary 

LASG Hands Over New Temporary Court Complex At Osborne To The Judiciary | CmaTrends
Lagos State Government handed over a new temporary Court complex at Osborne to the Judiciary to replace burnt Igbosere High Court by arsonists during the EndSARs protesters  last year
The State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Moyosore Onigbanjo, SAN said the court complex is a temporary relocation while awaiting the rebuilding of the burnt Igbosere High Court Complex into a modern  court house.
Onigbanjo noted that the temporary Court complex consists of 8 Court rooms with equal  number of Judges’ Chambers,  Secretary’s office, Registrar’s office, General office for administrative staff, restrooms on each floor, Canteen, litigants’ room, and an office for the Chief Judge.
He added that the new temporary Court complex is equipped with the latest technology to enhance digital recording of Court proceedings.
“In fulfillment of Sanwo-olu’s administration promise on the digitalization of court rooms in Lagos State, the temporary Courthouse is equipped with up-to-date technology,” Onigbanjo said.
Handing over the court complex, the Attorney-General implored the judiciary to make maximum use of the court house
 for the benefit of residents of Lagos State.
Receiving  the new temporary court complex, Chief Judge of Lagos State, Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba, appreciated the efforts of Governor Sanwo-Olu for his timely response to the challenge of the burnt Igbosere Courthouse by providing a replacement.
He added that this temporary arrangement  will ease the trauma experienced by the Judiciary after the Igbosere High Court got burnt during the EndSars protest in October 2020.
“The edifice will be a relief to the Judges whose properties got burnt during the End SARS protest which was quite traumatic because they are used to working and not being idle for a long period of time” Alogba said.
Online Editor by — July 2, 2021 in News 0