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 Benin Court Sends Three Oil Thieves to Jail Justice I. M. Sani of the Federal High Court, Warri on Tuesday May 21, 2024 convicted and sentenced the trio of John Ofuafo Stanley, Ogba Joseph and Samson E. Ogbevire to various jail terms for illegally dealing in petroleum products. They were jailed after pleading guilty to a two-count charge bordering on illegal dealing in petroleum products alongside a vessel, TUG MV STEPH-1 upon arraignment by the Benin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. One of the charge reads: That You JOHN OFUAFO STANLEY, OGBA JOSEPH and SAMSON .E. OGBEVIRE on or about the 6th July, 2023 at KFT Yard Edjeba, along NPA express way, Warri South Local Government of Delta State within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court did conspire among yourselves to commit felony to wit: dealt in petroleum product to wit; unspecified quantity of Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) which is not of a quality expected of the product and thereby committed a...

 Customs, Federal Fire Service Collaborate to Enhance Emergency Preparedness  The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Federal Fire Service joined forces to enhance emergency response. This landmark session on fire safety and security protocols took place at Customs Training College (CTC) Ikeja, Lagos, on  Friday, 17 May 2024.  The  Assistant Comptroller-General/Zonal Controller of Federal Fire Service, Zone F, Chika Njoku, who led the insightful lecture for selected officers, emphasised the importance of knowledge dissemination and collaborative efforts in tackling emergencies. He further noted the pivotal role of collaboration in emergency response, stating, "When it comes to fire incidents, the fire service is the lead agency while other agencies are supportive elements." He explained that the collaborative effort between the Federal Fire Service and the NCS signifies a proactive approach towards enhancing emergency preparedness and the importance of inter-agency co...

 Disaster Averted As Fuel Tanker Fell Across Obosi Road  By Chiedu Uche Okoye No human life was lost when fire blazed through the drainages In front of Community Secondary School, Obosi and Choice De Immaculate Demonstration School, Obosi on May 22 night. The inferno broke out when a lorry tanker laden with fuel fell across the Idemili-Akuora Obosi bypass, spilling its inflammable liquid contents in drainages and causing vehicular traffic on the road. The fire broke out when the spilled fuel flowed into disused tyres used for roasting cows' hide at the Obosi abattoir and meat market, which is adjacent to Choice De Immaculate Demonstration School, Obosi. Traders and butchers at the Obosi abattoir and meat market regretted their losses caused by the fire. Their chairs, tables, makeshift shops, umbrellas, buckets, and bowls were consumed by the raging fire.  More so, overhead electricity cables supplying electricity to people living in the area and the CCTV camera installed ...

 Anambra Assembly Passes Peace Building, Conflict Management Agency Bill 2024 Into Law By Anastasia Agunwa, Chizoba Okeke and Gloria Abugu  Anambra State House of Assembly has passed into law the bill to establish the Anambra State Peace Building and Conflict Management Agency 2024 and other related matters. This was sequel to a motion moved for the bill to be read for the third time by the Majority Leader of the House, Mr Ikenna Ofodeme following extensive legislative process at the 'Committee of the whole' during plenary on May 21. The bill is to come into force immediately it is assented to by the governor. The bill seeks to foster peace and manage conflicts within the state with harmonious environment for its residents, aligning with governor's broader agenda of infrastructure, economic transformation, security and social cohesion. The Speaker of the House, Mr Somtochukwu Udeze who presided over the plenary highlighted the importance of the bill and said it would play a...

 Court stops reinstatement of Emir Sanusi A Federal High Court sitting in Kano has granted an ex-parte order stopping Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano from reinstating Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II pending the determination of a substantive suit filed against the reinstatement. The order also kicked against the abolishment of four emirates: Bichi, Gaya, Karaye, and Rano. The reinstatement was consequent upon a bill earlier passed by the State House of Assembly on Thursday. The court, however, directed all parties involved to maintain status quo ante pending the determination of the suit filed by Sarkin Dawaki Babba and Aminu Babba-Dan’Agundi on Thursday. Justice A.M. Liman of the Federal High Court granted leave to the Plaintiff/Applicant to issue and serve their concurrent originating motion, as well as all other court processes on the 6th Defendant (IGP) in FCT Abuja and outside the jurisdiction of the Honourable Court. The defendants in the suit include the Kano State Government, th...

 Sanusi II Reinstated As Kano Emir Sanusi reinstated as Emir of Kano as Gov Yusuf signs bill into law By Maduabuchi Nmeribeh/Kano Former Governor of the the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Muhammad Sanusi 11 has been reinstated as the Emir of Kano following the signing of the amended Emirate bill (2024) into law by Governor Abba Yusuf on Thursday. Governor Yusuf officially announced the re-appointment of Emir Sanusi shortly after signing the bill into law. He performed the signing at Ante-chamber, Government House before the Speaker of Kano state House of Assembly, Hon. Ismaila Falgore and other Principal Officers of the House. Speaking shortly after signing the law, Governor Yusuf described the event as historic, and thanked the state of Assembly for performing their constitutional duties. He said the Kano state Emirate law 2019 that divided the over 1000 years Kano Emirate into five has been repealed. Governor Yusuf announced the reappointment of Muhammad Sanusi 11 as the Emir of ...

 How I overcame cancer – Banky W reveals Olubankole Wellington, widely known as Banky W, has shared his testimony of overcoming a cancer tumour. Posting a video on his Instagram page, he openly expressed gratitude to God for the triumph over the deadly illness. In the video, Banky W is seen with his doctor, wife, and loved ones during his battle with the illness. He attributes his victory to God and quotes scriptures in his caption to acknowledge His role in his healing. Banky also extended his appreciation to his wife, Adesua Etomi, his families, friends, and pastors for their love, prayers, and support. He said: “Final Score –Christ 4 – Cancer Tumors 0. Sometimes, your faith in God will not prevent the storms from coming… but it will carry you through them. Faith won’t always stop you from hurting, but it will help you heal, and it will help you deal. “God never said the weapons wouldn’t form, He promised that they wouldn’t prosper. He never said the enemy wouldn’t come…He promis...