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 Watch-out for Obasanjo’s ‘Third Force’, a New Political Movement

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The Youth Lead Nigeria, a mass movement, says it will moblise youths across Nigeria to join the ‘Third Force’ proposed by former President Olusegun Obasanjo.

The group’s National Coordinator, Mr Pelumi Olajengbesi, who briefed newsmen on Friday in Abuja, said that Obasanjo was credibly qualified to advise President Muhammadu Buhari on national issues.

In statement on Tuesday, Obasanjo had suggested the creation of a new political movement – third option – in the country and advised Buhari not to seek re-election in 2019.

He urged the President to join the league of the country’s former leaders whose “experience, influence, wisdom and outreach can be deployed on the sideline for the good of the country.”

The former President said that the ruling All Progressives Congress and the main opposition, the Peoples Democratic Party had failed the country.

Olajengbesi said that the primary objective of the group was to change the narrative and enforce necessary change in the leadership constitution of Nigeria, with the youths ably represented in power.

“We make bold to say that we are ready to join the ‘Third Force’ to liberate our country from those holding it to ransom.

“Our organisation shall begin to moblise youths across the country to make this a reality,” he assured.

He said that the arrest of former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr Babachir Lawal was worthy of applause and long overdue as there should be no sacred cows in Nigeria.

On the prevailing security challenges in the country, Olajengbesi said that it was high time the leadership of the nation’s security agencies was overhauled.

The legal practitioner said it was regrettable that bloodthirsty hoodlum, herdsmen, terrorist groups and others continued on bloody rampage across the country unchecked.

Speaking on the ‘Not too Young to Run Bill’, he expressed displeasure that the bill sponsored to promote youth inclusion in politics continued to suffer neglect.

“This is a terrible development that members of the legislature must make haste to resolve.

“Given the opportunity, the youths in Nigeria will deliver on democratic dividends as they were duly equipped with the vigour, passion and sense of service to take on more political responsibilities,” he said.

Olajengbesi said that youths should be allowed ample input and leadership roles in several capacities in order to achieve balanced governance.

He said that the Federal Government ought to be more proactive and resourceful in conflict resolution and attending to the nation’s economy. (NAN)

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Update On How Bobrisky Is Treated In Prison – Top Official Discloses

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Top official of the Nigerian Correctional Service has given an update on how crossdresser, Bobrisky is being treated in prison.

Recall that Bobrisky was handed a six-month prison sentence over naira abuse. While sentencing him, Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court in Lagos, said the judgment would be a deterrent to others who are found abusing and mutilating the naira.

An official of the prison who spoke to Punch said the crossdresser was taken to prison after the judgement and he was examined at the point of admission. It was also stated that no realignment of gender or genital organ was discovered as his male biological features were the same.

The source told the publication;

“Bobrisky made a public declaration that he was a male and court proceedings are public records. Every inmate brought into a facility during admission is examined. He was equally examined and no realignment of gender or genital organ was discovered. The male biological features were the same.

“After that, a cell was allocated to him, and he had a certain number of inmates with him. A bed space was also allotted to him. It is just like a boarding house where your housemaster will issue you your personal belongings.

“When it is time for class, he attends. When it is time for food, he will go and get his portion. The same goes with prep and light out. He observes all these without preference. He has been going about his business just like other inmates since he was brought in here.

“He is not getting any five-star treatment and is not being protected from anybody. He follows the same rules and regulations just like every other inmate. Single cells of isolation cells are to prevent outbreaks of communicable diseases.

” In a male prison, homosexuality is outlawed and it is a grievous offence. Sodomy or homosexuality, is frowned upon here in the custodial centre. So any inmate that tries to violate him will face the law.”

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NIMC: Federal Government Of Nigeria To Issue New GMPC National Identity Card To Citizens Via Their Commercial Banks

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The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has said that commercial banks will issue a new national identity card to it’s users.

The commission stated that users applying for the card will do so using their NIN cards and the new card is enabled with multiple features, including payment and financial service, eliminating the need for multiple cards.

The federal government also provided an update on the issuance of new national ID card as Nigerians have been told to visit their banks and apply for the card.

“The card can be picked up by holders at the designated center or delivered to the applicants at the requested location at an extra cost to be borne by the applicants,” NIMC disclosed.

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) said the planned national identity card (ID card) will be issued to applicants by their banks.

It said applicants need to request their cards with their NIN “through the self-service online portal, NIMC offices, or their respective banks”.

According to NIMC, the multipurpose National ID card will also be enabled for the eNaira in compliance with the EMV operational and security standards.

National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) clarified its stance on the new national Identity card project, which is designed to promote financial inclusion and other social services.

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Governor Of Akwa Ibom Offers Automatic Employment To Abigail’s Elder Sister, Directs Renovation Of House And Promises Assistance To Undergraduate Sisters

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Tears, Agony As Governor Eno Of Akwa Ibom State Visits Family Of Late Nollywood Make-up Artist, Abigail.

The tragic occurrence of the death of Actor Junior Pope and 4 other crew members of which includes Abigail, Is still a huge shock to Nigerians.

Abigail and Precious were buried beside the river as culture demanded since their parents couldn’t pay for the necessary rituals to be done in order for their bodies to be sent home for proper burial.

The Governor had earlier on asked that the Body of the Makeup Artist be Exhumed and brought back home for proper Burial. He is seeing to it that the required sacrifices are carried out to enable them bring home her body to her Father’s House in Akwa Ibom State.

Governor’s Request for Abigail’s remains to be exhumed and brought home

The Governor also offered Automatic Employment To Abigail’s Elder Sister, Directs Renovation Of Family House, Promises Assistance To The Undergraduate Sisters.

Here are pictures from the Governor’s visit to the bereaved family.

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