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Five deadly criminals renounce crime in Anambra
Enugwu-ukwu community in Njikoka local government area of Anambra State was on weekend agog as five notorious criminals, who were said to be on the wanted list of Anambra State Police Command renounced crime and submitted themselves to the police.
The suspected criminals, which include Mr. Emmanuel Okafor, alias Ten Kobo, and Mr. Nnadozie Nnenwa, a.k.a Uta, both 26 years old took the lead for their gang in renouncing their evil ways.
Okafor and Nnenwa who spoke on behalf of their gang members during the renunciation begged the community for forgiveness, pledging not to return to their old ways.
While stating that their reason for going into crime was joblessness, the suspects made an appeal to well-meaning individuals in the community to help them start a new life by assisting them with something meaningful that will engage them.
The renunciation which came on the heels of a two- day programme put in place by the Enugwu-ukwu Community Development Union headed by the President General (PG) of the community, Mr. Bonny Ozonkwuaku with focus on drug awareness.
The programme featured lectures on dangerous effects of illicit drug, drug consumption, cultism, armed robbery, kidnapping, rape and prostitution.
It also featured an awareness campaign which took the youths of the community to the major roads, sensitising people on the importance of keeping away from such vices.
Residents of the community who were visibly elated told News Express that the gang had been thorns in their flesh.
The President General of the community, Mr. Nkwuaku, while reporting to the traditional ruler, Igwe Ralph Ekpeh earlier, said his leadership believed that only negotiation, dialogue and sound advice, rather than arrest and imprisonment could keep youths of the community off vices.
According to him, members of his executive, together with him, thought out the programme and specifically picked out notorious criminals in the community whom they preached to, on the importance of living drug and crime-free life.
The PG said: “I am particularly happy that this is happening under my watch as president general. We walked around the community and sensitised the people on the need to shun cultism, robbery, drug, prostitution and others.
“These suspected armed robbers who have been on the police wanted list will also receive amnesty today as they have vowed they will not engage in crime again and if they fail, we will now bring to bear the full weight of the law.”
Nkwuaku noted that his executive had met and dialogued with prominent personalities in the community on the possible ways of rehabilitating the repented criminals.
On his part, the Chairman Enugwu-ukwu Youth Forum, Mr. Oddy Akubuike, said that measures have been mapped out to absorb youths that have renounced crime.
“We have bought WAEC forms for the ones that want to go to school, barbing equipment, and others which we will use to empower them.
“We have spoken with various prominent persons in the community and we are going to integrate them into the society through skills acquisition and empowerment.”
The DPO of Enugwu Ukwu police division, Mr. Dan Uke who was present at the event said the suspects have been terrorising the area for a long time, and have also given his men cause for concern, saying that he was surprised to see ‘Ten Kobo’ in his office.
“When the PG brought Ten Kobo to my office early this morning, I was surprised that he accepted to come because we have been looking for him.
“When I saw the look of remorse on his face, I told him I will not arrest him for accepting to come by himself, but I asked him to write an undertaking that he would not engage in crime again,” the DPO stated.
The traditional ruler of the community who was represented by the traditional prime minister, Chief Clement Nwafor expressed delight at the turn out of the programme and the renunciation of crime by the suspected criminals.
He called on youths of the community to engage in meaningful ventures that will take their minds off crime.
Digital solutions provider, Globacom, has congratulated Christians in Nigeria on this year’s Easter celebration, and urged them to emulate the noble qualities of Jesus Christ.
The company, in a goodwill message to the Christian faithful in the country, lauded their perseverance through the Lenten period which preceded Easter. It enjoined them to always promote the ideals of selflessness, love and peace among all as a way of demonstrating the virtues of the exemplary life of Jesus Christ.
“Peace, love and sacrifice are the central message of Easter. Christ offered himself in atonement for the sins of the world and he lived a life which made Him an eternal symbol of peace and goodwill for mankind”, Globacom added.
The company enjoined all Nigerians to share in the lessons of promoting selflessness, a necessary ingredient in the growth and development of every society. It also enjoined all Nigerians to join hands to make Nigeria a better place for all.
Easter is celebrated yearly at the end of the Lenten season of fasting and prayer considered as a ritual of purification for the Christian faithful. It also precedes the crucifixion of the Lord Jesus Christ on Good Friday and His eventual resurrection on Easter Sunday.
The company assured its customers of seamless voice, data and Short Messaging Service (SMS) during and after the Easter celebrations, while urging them to avail themselves of the various data and voice offerings on the network.
The Guild of Private Broadcast Managers has extended its heartfelt congratulations to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) as it celebrates its 70th Anniversary.
In a congratulatory message signed by the Guild’s National President, Ambassador Patrick Uzoyi-Peters, JP MNGRM, the guild described the milestone as a testament to the NUJ’s unwavering commitment to upholding press freedom, journalistic integrity, and the advancement of democracy in Nigeria.
“For seven decades, the NUJ has played a pivotal role in shaping the media landscape, advocating for the rights and welfare of journalists, and ensuring that the voice of the people remains strong and unyielding. Your resilience, professionalism, and dedication to ethical journalism have been instrumental in fostering transparency, accountability, and national development”.
Celebrating this historic achievement, the Guild’s President, Uzoyi-Peters recognized the sacrifices and contributions of journalists across the nation who work tirelessly to inform, educate, and empower society.
The Guild reiterated it commitment towards collaborating with the NUJ in promoting responsible journalism and strengthening the media industry for the greater good.
While wishing the NUJ continued success, growth, and greater impact in the years ahead, President Uzoyi-Peters prayed that the anniversary serve as a renewed call to uphold the principles of truth, fairness, and press freedom in our collective pursuit of a more informed and just society.
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Family Marks one-year Memorial of Late APC Chieftain, Ojougboh with Charity Outreach
By Ikenna Oluka
The family of the late chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Dr. Cairo Ojougboh, led by his wife, Mrs. Bose Ojougboh, marked his one-year memorial anniversary with a series of charitable initiatives aimed at honoring his legacy of philanthropy and service to society.
The memorial activities included the donation of school books and bags to pupils of Erigbe Primary School, in Agbor within the Ika South Local Government Area (LGA) of Delta State, where Dr. Ojougboh had received his early education.
The outreach also included extension of financial assistance to patients at Central Hospital, Agbor, and the provision of toiletries, cash, and food items to children at the Salve Regina Children’s Home, Agbor.
The outreach was carried out under the ‘Dr. Cairo Ojougboh Foundation’, a family-led initiative established to immortalise him and continue his lifelong commitment to education, healthcare, and social welfare.
Speaking during the event which took place recently, Mrs. Ojougboh reaffirmed the family’s dedication to sustaining the ideals of the late APC chieftain, describing him as a man who strongly believed in education and giving back to society.
“We are here to celebrate the life of my husband, Late Dr. Cairo Ojougboh, who passed on a year ago. In his honour, we decided to give back to society. He was a man who valued education and was always willing to help others. It is only fitting that we continue his legacy through acts of generosity,” she stated.
Honouring his passion for education
The first visit was to Erigbe Primary School, where Dr. Ojougboh had received his early education. The Foundation distributed school bags, writing materials, and food packs to the pupils. The family encouraged the pupils to take their education seriously and strive to become responsible citizens.
Supporting patients at Central Hospital, Agbor
At Central Hospital, Agbor, Mrs. Ojougboh and her entourage moved through the medical wards, offering financial support to patients to assist with their treatment costs. The hospital staff and beneficiaries responded with prayers and words of gratitude for the kind gesture.
Reaching out to orphaned children
The outreach team also visited Salve Regina Children’s Home in Agbor where they donated cash, food items, and toiletries to the children.
The Matron of the home expressed her deep appreciation to the Ojougboh family, commending their commitment to sustaining the late politician’s legacy of compassion and social impact.
Dr. Cairo Ojougboh’s enduring legacy
Reflecting on her late husband’s contributions to society, Mrs. Ojougboh emphasised that his legacy of generosity and service to humanity would not be forgotten.
“Dr. Cairo was a selfless man who touched many lives. His contributions to the Nigerian political landscape, his mark in Agbor Kingdom, Delta State, and the country at large, will always be remembered. He may be gone, but his impact will continue to be felt for generations,” she said.
The Dr. Cairo Ojougboh Foundation has pledged to continue supporting education, healthcare, and social welfare initiatives in his memory, ensuring that his vision for a better society lives on.
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