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Kidnapping as the New Oil, By Prince Charles Dickson

Sep 2, 2024 | thisage.com.ng | Charles Dickson |James Ezema |Austin Isikhuemen

Prince Charles Dickson, Ph.DThe economy of organised crime thrives because kidnap for ransom has become the oil well of bandits. From all indications, the more ransom government pays, the more criminals are emboldened to unleash mayhem on hungry, neglected and vulnerable populations across the country—Chris KwajaNo truth can cure the sorrow we feel from losing a loved one. No truth, no sincerity, no strength, no kindness can cure that sorrow.
First Ladyship, Oshiomhole and Garrulous Sacrilege

Sep 2, 2024 | metrostarng.com | Austin Isikhuemen

There is a role, formal or informal, for the spouse of a Governor or President. It is called First Lady. Nigeria learnt that from the United States of America. Even those who have pretended here that they do not want a first lady eventually end up with one. Ask former President Buhari. Courageous and beautiful Hajia Aisha must have told him to be of good behavior in the other room. The office of first lady was restored and even became extremely powerful.
MRA Calls on Lagos Govt to Obey Court’s Order to investigate Reporter’s Death, Prosecute Killers

Sep 2, 2024 | thisage.com.ng | Austin Isikhuemen |James Ezema

Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has called on the Lagos State Government to comply with the order of a Federal High Court in Lagos directing it to ensure an investigation into the death of Mr. Pelumi Onifade, a 20-year reporter with Gboah TV, who was reportedly arrested by the Police while covering the #EndSARS protests in 2020 and later found dead, and to identify and prosecute those responsible.
First ladyship, Oshiomhole and garruluos sacrilege

Sep 1, 2024 | nationaldailyng.com | Austin Isikhuemen

THERE is a role, formal or informal, for the spouse of a Governor or President. It is called First Lady. Nigeria learnt that from the United States of America. Even those who have pretended here that they do not want a first lady eventually end up with one. Ask former President Buhari. Courageous and beautiful Hajia Aisha must have told him to be of good behavior in the other room. The office of first lady was restored and even became extremely powerful.
Bayer Leverkusen beat Stuttgart on penalties to win German Super Cup

Aug 18, 2024 | nigerianobservernews.com | Okoeguale Adolor |Austin Isikhuemen |Edward Oseghe |Nigerian Byzantine politics

Ten-man Bayer Leverkusen triumphed over Stuttgart 4-3 in a penalty shootout to clinch the season-opening German Super Cup on Saturday, marking their first-ever victory in the competition. Victor Boniface put Leverkusen ahead in the 11th minute, but Stuttgart quickly responded as Enzo Millot equalized just four minutes later. Leverkusen faced a setback shortly before halftime when Martin Terrier was sent off for a dangerous tackle, reducing them to 10 men.
That remarkable Obidient-for-Ai symposium where wow is understatement

Jun 22, 2024 | blueprint.ng | Austin Isikhuemen

The Good Governance Advocacy Group called Obidients for Ai (Asue Ighodalo) held a massive symposium in Benin City on 15th June 2024. The theme of the Symposium was Obidients For An Edo That Works For All: The Asue Ighodalo Phenomenon. The hugely successful symposium has come and gone but its significance and impact will for long be remembered. Just how well did it go?
Stanbic IBTC shareholders approve plan to raise N450bn fresh capital

May 22, 2024 | nigerianobservernews.com | Teliat Sule |Abdul-Kadir Abdullah |Austin Isikhuemen |Nigerian Byzantine politics

The shareholders of Stanbic IBTC Holdings have approved the plan to raise additional N450 billion funding, a move that was overwhelmingly supported at the company’s last Annual General Meeting held in Lagos last Thursday. The new capital injection comprises N400 billion loan and N150 billion in equity capital, the financial group disclosed in a statement to the authorities of the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX).
Governor Obaseki bids Edo Hajj pilgrims farewell, flags off Muslim Feeding Programme

May 22, 2024 | nigerianobservernews.com | Abdul-Kadir Abdullah |Austin Isikhuemen |Okoeguale Adolor |Nigerian Byzantine politics

Today, Governor Godwin Obaseki bid farewell to Edo State Muslims intending pilgrims in a heartfelt event marked by prayers and reflections at the board’s office in Benin City, the state capital. The governor who also used the opportunity to flag off the Muslim feeding programme, distribution of 14,000 bags of 10KG rice and beans across the three senatorial districts expressed gratitude for the support of the Muslim community in maintaining peace and unity in Edo State.
Absurdity of the homeboy argument in the Edo 2024 election

May 21, 2024 | nigerianobservernews.com | Austin Isikhuemen |Okoeguale Adolor |Nigerian Byzantine politics

It is absolutely absurd to hear politicians and their hirelings mouth this pedestrian argument that only a homeboy deserves to be Edo State Governor in November 2024.
Community and Peace Committee favours Julius Berger to complete Bodo-Bonny Road project

Apr 27, 2024 | nigerianobservernews.com | Omi Omage |Austin Isikhuemen |Nigerian Byzantine politics

Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, and the Managing Director of Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, Dr. Lars Richter, have both committed to ensuring the completion of the critical Bodo-Bonny Road (BBR) project by year end. This is coming just as the minister suggested an additional N20 billion augmentation fee to the contractor to cushion the effects of current economic realities in the country.