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Edo: 4 female prison inmates write 2024 NECO examination

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2 months ago

August 24, 2024

By Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Among the candidates who took the June/July 2024 Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) were four female detainees of the Nigerian Correctional Service’s Edo State Command.

According to an online newspaper, the four prisoners were among the six who registered to take the National Examination Council of Nigeria (NECO) exam.

The Custodial Facility in Auchi, the administrative center of the Etsako West Local Government Area, is home to the prisoners, according to the Command.

A declaration from SC While the four prisoners took the examinations, two did not since they were lawfully released from custody prior to the start of the tests, according to Aminu Suleman, the Command’s public relations officer.

According to Suleman, the prisoners enrolled in adult literacy programs at the Female Custodial Facility as the first step in their educational journey.

He said that DCC Odoh Jane, the Deputy Controller of Corrections in charge of the Facility, had congratulated the prisoners on reaching the significant milestone

Jane extolled the virtues of the prisoners’ fortitude and commitment to becoming better citizens, expressing her immense pride in them.

She proposed that the Nigerian Correctional Service, led by CGCS Haliru Nababa, is well-positioned to guarantee the reformation and rehabilitation of prisoners via a variety of programs, including sports, skill development, and education.

She clarified that all of the prisoners will receive ongoing assistance from the Controller of Corrections, Edo State Command, Emehinola Philomena, in their efforts to successfully reform and undergo rehabilitation and reintegration into the society.

The Deputy Controller of Corrections advised the inmates, “When you regain freedom, make sure you further your studies, excel and contribute your quota toward a better society.”

Speaking on behalf of other prisoners, Miss Mercy thanked the Controller General of Corrections and other staff members for making their goal come true and pledged to be change agents.

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Gov Kefas appoints Senator Manu chairman committee for Mobilisation of Devt and Investment

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2 hours ago

November 2, 2024

Austin Ojomah

Governor of Taraba state, Dr Agbu Kefas has appointed a seasoned administrator, Senator Manu Haruna as Chairman Committee for Mobilisation of Development and Investment.

This was contained in a release signed by the Secretary to the State Government Barrister Gebon Timothy Kataps on Saturday.

Senator Manu who represents Taraba Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly was a two term deputy governor of Taraba and currently he is the deputy chairman Senate committee on Local and Foreign Debts.

He is also the deputy chairman Senate committee on Public Procurement and was one time deputy chairman HoR committee on Banking and Currency in the 8th Assembly.

He’s expected to showcase his vast experience in driving the committee to greater heights of excellence.

Recall that last Friday, Governor Kefas had convened critical stakeholders in Abuja where a memorandum of understanding was signed with Chinese engineering and construction giant CCECC.

Mubarak….

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Man buries in-Law in mirror copper coffin worth over N130m in Anambra

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6 hours ago

November 2, 2024

Austin Ojomah

It was a big show of affluence as Imo State born Billionaire, Chief. Dr. Ugonna Osinachi Cliff Orabuchi, (Ikenga Ogberuru) generally known as Panteka, CEO Teka Group LTD bid his Father In-Law farewell with a casket worth over N130 million Naira.

His father In-Law , Nze Mathias Nwafor Uzo Orakwute, from Oba in Idemili South LGA of Anambra State, died recently at the age of 72.

According to information, the billionaire had a very close bond with the deceased father in-law . He took good care of him while he was alive and even built him an edifice and supported people close to him.

The gasketed Copper Mirror finish casket adorned with white velvet interior and full couch with foot Panel is reliably gathered to be one of the premium products of Apams.

According to research, Copper is unique as a casket material because, like bronze, it’s long lasting but will gradually oxidize.

The event attracted who is who in Igboland and many social clubs

Chief. Dr. Ugonna Osinachi Cliff Orabuchi is one of the most respected, and sought after business moguls in Nigeria today.

He’s regarded as a maker of men, a visionary leader, a philanthropist.

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Nigerian born Badenoch emerges leader of UK’s Conservative Party

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6 hours ago

November 2, 2024

Austin Ojomah

Ex-UK secretary of state for international trade Kemi Badenoch on Saturday emerged as the leader of the Conservative Party of the United Kingdom.

Kemi Badenoch, 44, representing North West Essex in the British parliament, contested for the Conservative Party’s leadership on Thursday, October 31.

Badenoch, at the close of voting, in a statement, thanked supporters of her “Renewal2030” campaign promise of returning the party to 10 Downing Street, after a historic loss for Keir Starmer’s Labor Party.

Polls have closed for the Conservative Party leadership contest. I want to thank all our party members who have taken the time to listen to pitches from all of the candidates, turned up to our Hastings and hosted us in your associations and in your homes.

The Conservative Party is much more to me than a membership organization. It is a family. Thank you to all who voted, especially those who supported me,” she wrote. on her X handle.

She will now replace Rishi Sunak who quit after the party’s poor showing in July’s general election.