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I’ll go back to school for Masters, 78-year-old fresh Law graduate says
A Former bank director, Chief Suleiman Adepoju, who is a fresh Law graduate from Lead City University, Ibadan, Oyo State has declared his interest to further his education to masters level after completion of Law school.
Speaking in an interview with the Punch, the 78-year-old man said that his childhood ambition has always been to be a banker but later registered to read law in 1990.
‘’I worked for two years at the National Bank of Nigeria; then I went abroad to study banking. When I came back, I joined Wema Bank in 1972.
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‘’In 1990, I registered to read Law at the University of Lagos with the backing of the then Dean of Law Faculty, who was later the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos, the late Prof. Jelili Adebisi Omotola.
‘’I was then a director in the bank. My schedule of duty did not allow me to finish the Law programme at the time; so, I suspended it.
‘’I retired in 1995 and then in 2016 I said why did’t I go back to this programme? That was how I went back to read Law at the Lead City University. And to God be the glory, I met very good people, good lecturers and colleagues who were kind to me. I had a very good time in school.
Speaking on the challenges he faced while studying, he said, ‘’It was challenging and stimulating. I was happy I went in there; it has changed my outlook. Everything went well, I was able to cope.
‘’The courses I found most challenging were Jurisprudence and Legal Theory, Law of Evidence and Company Law, to mention a few.
Adepoju further said that after law school, he will go back to school for masters.
He said, ‘’I found Criminal Law a bit technical; because of my age, I am not planning to go into litigation, wearing gown and going to court. I’ll like to be a corporate lawyer. After Law School, if God spares my life, I will go back to school for Master’s in Law.
He further advised Nigerian students to be focused and not expect much from the society.
‘’My advice to Nigerian students is that they should be focused and not be extravagant. They should not expect too much from society; they should strive to contribute to uplift the morale of the people.
‘’In my class, I had some people who were already in business even as students. They carried themselves in ways that showed good examples to the younger ones throughout the period. Even up till now, we have a platform where the classmates still interact,’’ he said.
December 27, 2020
Fire destroys Ketu plank market
An early morning fire on Sunday at Ketu Plank Market on Demurin Street, Ketu, Lagos, has destroyed valuable property worth billions of naira.
Emergency responders comprising Lagos State Emergency Management Agency, LASEMA Response Team and the Lagos State Fire Service helped curtailed the raging inferno.
The Director-General/Chief Executive Officer, LASEMA, Dr Olufemi Damilola Oke-Osanyintolu, said the cause of the fire incident had yet to be known.
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According to him, the fire started from one part of the market, which spread to other sections of the market.
He added that the damage to goods and stalls in the market is extensive damage.
No lives were lost in the inferno.
December 27, 2020
FG gives date for reopening of Third Mainland Bridge
The Federal Controller of Works Lagos, Mr Olukayode Popoola, says the total shutdown of the Third Mainland Bridge would be lifted on Sunday, December 27.
Popoola told the News Agency of Nigeria on Sunday in Lagos that the total shutdown had to be lifted because the contractor was able to fast-track the delicate task they needed to execute.
He said that the initially scheduled 72 hours timeframe was achieved within 48 hours, hence the reopening to traffic 24 hours ahead of schedule.
“We have completed the casting of the three number expansion joints on Third Mainland bridge.
“Therefore, the bridge shall be opened at 12:00 midnight Sunday 27th December, and no longer Monday 28th December.
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“That is 48 hours and no more 72 hours,” Popoola said.
The controller had on Tuesday, December 22 announced a 72 hours total shutdown of the bridge with effect from midnight on Saturday to midnight Tuesday.
The shutdown was to stop vibrations caused by the movement of vehicles for contractors to cast concrete on additional three expansion joints in the ongoing rehabilitation of the bridge.
NAN reports that the Third Mainland Bridge which was going through a series of repairs had to be partially shut on July 24 for another round of rehabilitation works.
The repair that was expected to last six months was extended by one month due to the recent #EndSARS protests in Lagos, thereby extending the completion date from January 2021 to February.
December 27, 2020
FG to reopen Third Mainland Bridge ahead of schedule
The Federal Controller of Works Lagos, Engineer Olukayode Popoola, has announced that the total closure of the Third Mainland Bridge will be lifted at midnight 24 hours ahead of schedule.
Popoola who was speaking in Lagos on Sunday said that the total closure had to be lifted because the contractor was able to fast-track the delicate task they needed to execute.
He said that the initially scheduled 72 hours timeframe was achieved within 48 hours, hence the reopening to traffic 24 hours ahead of schedule.
The controller had earlier announced on Tuesday, December 22 a 72 hours total closure of the bridge starting at midnight on Christmas day till the midnight of 29th December for casting works to be completed on the bridge.
The shutdown was to stop vibrations caused by the movement of vehicles for contractors to cast concrete on additional three expansion joints in the ongoing rehabilitation of the bridge.
December 27, 2020
Gov Ayade welcomes Kumuyi’s teachings on peace, urges Nigerians to practice it
Gov. Ben Ayade of Cross River has urged Nigerians to practice the teachings of Pastor William Kumuyi, General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry (DCLM), for peace in the nation.
Ayade made the appeal on Sunday at the last day of the 2020 DCLM, December Retreat in Akpabuyo Local Government Area (LGA) of Cross River.
The 2020 DCLM December Retreat which is an annual event commenced on Dec. 24 to Dec. 27 with the theme “Turning Bitterness To Sweetness’’.
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The governor who was represented by the Chairman of Akpabuyo LGA, Mr Emmanuel Bassey, encouraged Nigerians and members of the church present at the DCLM Camp Ground in Akpabuyo to go home with the sermon of the General Superintendent.
He said that they should also spread the preacher’s good news as it was reformative and would ensure peace in the state and nation at large.
“For the past four days, this programme has been on in this LGA, we have not had any case of kidnapping or robbery which was gradually becoming frequent.
“I want to thank you for establishing your Camp Ground in Akpabuyo. We also covet the prayers of the church to surmount the challenges facing the state and nation.
“Also do well to inform us whenever you have a programme in this camp for us to render our own assistance,’’ Ayade said.
Responding, the Cross River Overseer of DCLM, Pastor Edison Daminabo thanked the officials of the state for gracing the event and prayed that God would give them the wisdom to lead the state and Akpabuyo LGA aright.
December 27, 2020
11,348 Obtain NCE Certificates From SSCOE Sokoto
By Muhammad Ibrahim, Sokoto
At least 11,348 graduates of 2014-2019 NCE students from Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto are expected to receive their certificates during the 22nd Convocation and Golden jubilee anniversary.
Dr. Muhammad Wadata Hakimi,who is the Provost of the College made this known while answering questions shortly after the ceremony.
He revealed that 39,814 graduated from the institution since inception saying the remaining activities for Convocation include lectures.
He said the Convocation which would feature conferment of awards on some prominent personalities is to be held at the College Convocation Square on Monday 28/12/2020 by 9:00 am.
He thanked the State government, Governing Council, Management Staff and Students of the College for their Contributions toward the success of the occasion.
December 27, 2020
Economy: Nigeria should avoid another COVID-19 lockdown in 2021 –ANSAA boss
Nigerians should do all to avoid another round of lockdown in 2021 that could impact more adversely on the economy, Chief Jude Emecheta, the Managing Director, Anambra Signage and Advertising Agency (ANSAA) has said.
Emecheta said in Awka on Sunday that ANSAA could only realise 15 per cent of its revenue projection of N1 billion in 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic and EndSARS protest.
He said that the agency could not enforce revenue collection or prosecute defaulters because businesses and government institutions could not operate for about six months.
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According to him, the pandemic had serious negative impact on the ANSAA component of Anambra revenue projections in 2020.
“For six months we did not step into the field to work; you know normally people don’t want to pay, so we need to go and remind them, if possible force them to pay.
“When we wanted to go out the young boys came with EndSARS and after one month of the protest, the Police which provide protection for citizens did not work for another one month. In all we lost eight of the 12 months in the year.
“Government also announced reliefs for Nigerians including tax and levy holiday for businesses, so for ANSAA it was a serious revenue shock, we fell far short of our projections.
“We targeted one billion naira, but I am afraid if we actually made N100 million,” he said.
Emecheta said the economic recovery path of Nigeria should not be interrupted with another lockdown, adding that this could eventually lead to long term recession.
He said that the authorities should view the COVID-19 era as a reality and brace up for effective management of the pandemic while keeping the economy running.
“My honest view is that there should be no lockdown in 2021, people should be allowed to go about their normal businesses and anybody who falls sick of COVID-19 should go to hospital and be treated like every other patient.
“They should leave the economy open. With more lockdown, people would not be able to pay for COVID-19 treatment. Those who are sound in the family should go and fend for those who are down,” the signage agency’s boss said.
December 27, 2020
Women Affairs Minister, Tallen tests positive for COVID-19
The Minister of Women Affairs, Pauline Tallen has tested positive for the coronavirus disease.
Tallen tested positive after a routine test conducted on her and members of the family.
According to a statement she personally signed on Saturday, the minister said she was asymptomatic but was advised to go for the test which returned positive.
However, members of the minister’s family were negative.
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She minister has gone into isolation and is receiving treatment.
Meanwhile, the latest figure from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) shows that Nigeria has hit 83,576 with 829 new infections reported in 15 states, including the Federal Capital Territory.
Lagos tops the list with 296 cases, followed by the FCT with 291, and Kaduna with 79.
The agency also confirmed that one person died of COVID-19 complications while 256 patients recovered and have been discharged. This pushes the number of discharged to 70,495.
December 27, 2020
Killings in Benue: Security Operatives urged to intensify surveillance to save lives
By Isaac Kertyo, Makurdi
Disturbed by killings and assassination attempts by gunmen in Benue State, the Special Adviser to the Governor of Benue State on Bureau for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Barr Kenneth Achabo has implored security agents to intensify surveillance to ensure security of lives and property.
Achabo who made this call on the heels of an assassination attempt on the Chairman of Katsina-Ala Local Government Area, Joseph Atera at his residence during which five persons were reportedly killed by yet to be identified gunmen.
He continued: “In view of the support the Benue State Government is providing to security agencies in the state, it behoves their personnel to intensify surveillance to ensure that the citizens are safe where ever they may be”.
The Special Adviser called on security operatives to fish out the perpetrators of these dastardly acts for prosecution to serve as a deterrent to others who may have the intention to indulge themselves in the said acts.
Achabo described the attack as gross violation of the fundamental human rights and an affront to efforts by Governor Samuel Ortom to secure lives and property of the citizens.
He assured that the Bureau under his watch would continue to render assistance to security agents in the course of their duties for more effective service delivery.
The Special Adviser who extended his heart- felt condolence to the families that lost their loved ones, admonished local government Chairmen to be conscious of security in their various domains. Ends
December 27, 2020
Gunmen attacks Kaduna prayer camp, kidnap PFN chairman, wife
By Gabriel Udeh, Kaduna
Suspected gunmen on Saturday reportedly abducted a Christian cleric, apposite Emmanuel Egoh Bako and his wife, Cindy Bako.
Apposite Bako who is the Kaduna State Chairman of the Penticostal Fellowship of Nigeria and his wife were kidnapped in Jema’a local government area of Kaduna state on Christmas Day during prayers.
The State Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan, has already confirmed the incident on Saturday, December 26th.
He said the gunmen attacked the Albarka praying camp along the Afana-Fadan Kagoma-Kwoi road before abducting Apostle Bako, his wife and one Mr Douglas from the camp.
The Commissioner said troops arrived the location and pursued the kidnappers but the bandits were able to escape with the victims.
December 27, 2020