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Save Lagos Group rejects Lagos High Court new fees
….describes it as aberration
BY: Justice Godfry
A Lagos group, Save Lagos Group(SLG) has strongly disagreed with the State House of Assembly under the leadership of Mr. Mudasiru Obasa on the proposed move to review the High Court of Lagos State fees, advising all the relevant stakeholders including lovers of democracy, litigants and Nigeria masses to rise up in rejecting the obnoxious, tyrannical and draconian action of the Lagos State House of Assembly in collaboration with State Judiciary.
The group stated that judiciary should not be used as catalyst to generate revenue to government coffer because of its important in the society as the last hope of common man on the street, describing the Assembly step as aberration, anti-masses, anathema, undemocratic and unjust.
It also supported the Chairman of Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Ikeja Branch, Prince Dele Oloke during the recent stakeholders gathering on the subject matter, that “Yes, there is the need for us to collect fees to generate revenue to the court but justice must not be purchased.When the masses cannot access justice because of the schedule of fees, society degenerates into anarchy”
It added that when the poor litigants could not access justice, the jungle justice would be the order of the day, considering the metropolitan nature of the State, adding the alleged robbery and murder case always ended up in the High Court for the quality
dispensation of justice for the parties involved.
Last Friday, the House Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights, Public Petitions and LASIEC, Chaired by Mr. Tunde Braimoh organized a stakeholders meeting on the subject matter which the invitation was extended to the leadership of the group and as well participated fully in the public hearing.
Reacting to the proposed review fees in the State through a signed Press statement by the SLG Convener, Comrade Adeniyi, Alimi Sulaiman and copies were made available to newsmen on Sunday, he insisted that the bill, if allowed to be passed by the Lagos Assembly would hinder the justice dispensation in the State and justice would be for highest bidders.
He alleged that the current State House of Assembly members which most of them were re-elected were working towards prepare ground for the incoming administration of Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu to generate more revenue in every sector of the State as part of effort to fund the 2023 Presidential ambition of their political godfather, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
He asked rhetorically, why the current Assembly was bringing this proposed bill out at the few days to the end of Mr. Akinwumi Ambode’s administration for the benefit of incoming government?, adding that they should know that Lagossians were more wiser than before on the governance of the State.
Comrade Sulaiman who maintained that the body language of the Assembly Committee during the hearing of the proposed plan revealed that they have primordial agenda to hatch which was not in the interest of Lagossians, especially, poor litigants, adding that if the new fees scale through, the poor litigants would not be able to access quality dispensation of justice by congesting our three prison yards in the State.
According to the statement, interest of the poor litigants should be paramount to all the Lagos State Assembly members who are representatives of the people in the law making arm of the State but when they go contrary to the expectation of the masses that elected them, it means they have become dishonourable representatives.
Sulaiman therefore urged the State Assembly to look for another means to generate revenue to hatch their godfather 2023 Presidential ambition.
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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