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Wike vows to expose officials withholding CBN’s loans for Abia, Benue

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October 20, 2022

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has threatened to expose officials stopping Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) loans to Abia and Benue states.

Wike claimed the motive was to punish Governor Samuel Ortom and Governor Okezie Ikpeazu for supporting his demand for the resignation of the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Iyorchia Ayu.

He spoke at Ikpeazu’s 58th birthday celebration in his country home at Umuobiakwa community in Obingwa Council of Abia State on Tuesday.

“I will tell you very soon, how money that was supposed to come to Abia State for my friend to use to develop Abia State was stopped recently by those who think they own this country, by those who think Ikpeazu did not support them. Because Ikpeazu supported me, they stopped Abia State from getting the money they are supposed to get to develop Ariara market.

“Okezie Ikpeazu is just the governor of Abia State. He is not the owner of Abia State. He is just a symbol of Abia State. Anybody who fights Abia State, you’re not fighting Okezie, you are fighting the people of Abia.”

Wike, in a statement by his media aide, Kelvin Ebiri, said the CBN loan is a facility designed to be available to every state of the Federation. According to him, Rivers State has accessed and secured the loan already.

“I will tell all of you, how Abia and Benue states were denied of their money that every state had received from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

“I got it (CBN loan). Anybody, who dares to stop my money, they know, I will not take it from them. You can see how people are wicked, they are not in office yet, but they are fighting people, stopping states’ money.

“Even as we have criticised President Muhammadu Buhari, he has never stopped our money any day, never.”

Wike frowned on some Nigerians, who carry on as masters over others and treat people as slaves.

He restated his call for the resignation of the PDP National Chairman, Iyorchia Ayu, stressing that the demand by him and his allies was meant to achieve inclusivity, where every region will have sense of belonging.

In felicitating with Ikpeazu, Wike lauded the courage and foresight of the celebrant to establish a library that will serve as a resource centre for scholars.

He inaugurated the library and donated N200 million.

In his remark, Ikpeazu expressed joy that on the occasion of his 58th birthday, he was able to formally inaugurate a library in honour of his late father.

The Pa Ishmael Ikpeazu library, he said, would, among others, house Dr. Okezie Victor Ikpeazu Scientific Leadership Institute, which has started with the enrollment of 50 students on fellowship, and a small family museum that has a collection of relics of the family’s blacksmith heritage.

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President Bola Tinubu has commiserated with Gov. Seyi Makinde, his family and the people of Oyo State, over the death of his elder brother, Sunday Makinde.

The president, in a condolence message issued on Monday, said that the loss of a loved one, especially a cherished elder brother, is a profound sorrow.

“In this time of mourning, I want you to know that I, along with many others, stand with you and your family.

“We pray for strength and comfort as you navigate this irreplaceable loss. I hope you find comfort in the memories you shared and the impact he had on those around him.

“This moment reminds us of the importance of family, unity and love—values that your family has always exemplified and that we all hold dear.

“May these values strengthen you and your loved ones in this time of grief,” he said.

Tinubu prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased’s soul and for the Almighty to grant the governor and his family the strength to navigate this challenging time.

“Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and that you are not alone in this period.

“You can count on my unwavering support and assistance during this difficult time,” the president said.

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FG begins recruitment into federal civil service

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January 27, 2025

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FG begins recruitment into federal civil service

The Federal Government, through the Federal Civil Service Commission, has announced the commencement of recruitment into various positions within the Federal Civil Service.

In a statement on Monday by the FCSC’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Taiwo Hassan, he disclosed that interested and eligible Nigerians can apply for the available positions through the commission’s official recruitment portal.

He stated that applicants are to apply for only one position.

The statement read, “The Federal Civil Service Commission is receiving applications for various vacancies in the Federal Civil Service. The vacancy announcement is published on the commission’s website: www.fedcivilservice.gov.ng and in national newspapers.

“Eligible applicants are to apply for only one position via the application link: https://recruitment.fedcivilservice.gov.ng. Applicants who are physically challenged should state the nature of their disability.

“Applicants are to upload the following documents as applicable: I) Curriculum Vitae, II) Ph.D/Master’s Degree Certificate, III) Degree/HND/NCE Certificate, IV) WAEC/NECO/NABTEB Certificate, V) Primary School Certificate, VI) NYSC discharge/exemption/exclusion certificate, VII) Birth Certificate/Declaration of Age, VIII) Local Government Identification, IX) Recent Passport photograph.

“All applications are to be submitted on or before Monday, 10th March, 2025.”

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Navy nabs 2 over suspected petrol theft in A’Ibom

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The Nigerian Navy, Forward Operating Base, Ibaka in Mbo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom, has apprehended two persons over alleged theft of 2,100 liters of premium motor spirit.

The Commanding Officer, Capt. Aliyu Abdullahi disclosed this while handing over the suspects and items to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, (NSCDC) in Ibaka on Monday.

Abdullahi said that navy personnel apprehended the suspects at about 7.45p.m on Jan. 24, while on a routine patrol along the Mbo River area.

He said that during the patrol, naval personnel intercepted a wooden boat carrying over 2,100 Liters of petrol, carefully concealed under cargos such as bread, fruits and bags of cassava flakes among others.

He said that the intention of the suspects was to smuggle the product from Nigeria into the Republic of Cameroun.

The commanding officer said that under the watch of the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm. Emmanuel Ogalla, the FOB IBAKA would remain committed to fighting waterway crime.

Abdullahi said it would be impossible for maritime crimes to continue in the waterways and coastal areas of Akwa Ibom.

“We shall continue to detect criminals and their activities within the nation’s waterways through the use of advanced surveillance equipment and intelligence.

“Individuals or groups involved in smuggling or any form of criminal activity within Nigeria’s waters should desist immediately,” he said.

Receiving the suspects and Items, ASC Willie Emediong, said that the NSCDC would prosecute the suspects after thorough investigations on the matter.