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How we made it possible to free abducted Dr Ganiyat from bandits den – Army
Since her abduction, several kinetic and non-kinetic operations were undertaken by troops of 1 Division and defunct Operation WHIRL PUNCH (now Sector 1 Operation GANSAN YAMMA) to secure her release from the terrorists captivity. The efforts yielded partial positive result with the release of her husband Sqn Ldr Popoola on 8 Mar 24.
The terrorists had made several demands for ransome money amounting to more than one hundred million naira and some logistics items including motorcycles from the family members before the commencement of intense military kinetic operations that denied them freedom of movements out of their enclaves in the forests and access to basic logistics such as food. The combined effects of this operation mounted so much pressure on the terrorists that eventually led to a plea by the terrorists for amnesty to enable them to surrender.
Their plea was subsequently considered on some given conditions including the immediate release of Dr Ganiyat and her nephew among others. The terrorists finally accepted the given conditions but also requested for the return or payment of compensation for their cattle killed or recovered during various kinetic operations which were handed over to Kaduna State Livestock Agency for custody and further necessary actions.
2. The prolonged ordeal had inflicted immense emotional and psychological trauma on Dr Ganiyat’s immediate family and friends particularly her husband and five children including an infant who was being catered for by her extended family members.
3. Accordingly, Sqn Ldr Popoola and their 3 daughters; Muadha, Mazeeda and Mariam who are all pupils of Air Force Comprehensive Secondary School Kaduna have visited to see Dr Ganiyyat at 1 Division Medical Services and Hospital in Dalet Barracks Kaduna on 31 Oct 24 where she is presently being medically examined but in high spirits.
She will thereafter be taken for debriefing and further psycho-social support by appropriate authorities.
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PDP leaders, critical stakeholders endorse Hon. Teejay Yusuf for National Chairman
Key political figures and critical stakeholders from the North Central region of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have rallied behind Hon. Tajudeen Yusuf as their preferred candidate for the party’s next National Chairman.
The endorsement comes from the group known as the PDP Conscience Vanguard, who believe Yusuf is the key to uniting and revitalizing the main opposition party
In a statement issued on Thursday in Lokoja, the North Central Coordinator of the group, Isaiah Akoh, emphasized that Hon. Yusuf possesses the experience, leadership qualities, charisma, extensive connections necessary to lead the PDP towards unity and strategic repositioning.
The statement outlined several reasons for their endorsement of Hon. Yusuf, particularly noting that the party’s future success lies in having a chairman from the North Central region.
The group pointed to his extensive political background and ability to bridge gaps within the party, especially in light of the challenges the PDP faces.
“We believe that Hon. Teejay Yusuf is the right candidate at this crucial moment,” the statement reads. “Yusuf is not merely a legislator; he is an experienced statesman with a proven track record. Serving three terms as the representative of Kabba/Bunu/Ijumu Federal Constituency, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership and political acumen.”
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Enugu ready to provide evidence against Ekpa, hails arrest
Enugu State Government has hailed the Government of the Republic of Finland for the arrest of the Finland-based leader of the criminal gang, Autopilots, Simon Ekpa, describing him as a common criminal, con man, and terrorist, who has no interest of Igbo people at heart.
The government also described Ekpa as a murderer and fraudster, who delights in killing his people and living large off their misery, saying that Enugu State was ready and willing to provide evidence of Ekpa-sponsored atrocities against Ndigbo to aid his trial and conviction, whether in Finland or Nigeria.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, on Friday.
“The Enugu State Government welcomes the arrest of the Finland-based terrorist, Simon Ekpa.
“His arrest and trial will no doubt go a long way in strengthening peace, security, and stability in all parts of the South East.
“This arrest is in line with the demand of Governor Peter Mbah Administration, which has repeatedly made it known that Ekpa is a megalomaniac, common criminal, murderer, and fraudster, who takes joy in feeding fat on the manipulated emotions of Ndigbo and inflicting misery on the South East region.
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“Ekpa has for long, and unfortunately from Finland, made a living by creating a siege climate and mentality in the South East, destroying lives, property, and the Igbo trademark of entrepreneurship and hard work. He thrives on manipulating, exploiting, and extorting the people on the pretext of fighting for their interest and for the restoration of Biafra,” the government said.
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“Men Need To Submit Too”, says Pastor Olumide, Quotes Bible Passage To Back His Statement (Video)
A pastor has stated that submission in a marriage is not a requirement for women alone.
Pastor Olumide Emmanuel explained that a Christian marriage is not based on “culture” but on the teachings of the kingdom and as a result, men should respect their wives’ opinions and superior judgment and submit when appropriate.
He said: “Men, I will tell you for free, respect a woman’s sensitivity if you want to do well in life.
“Ask any married man that will be honest with you, there are things that if we did not listen to our wife we’d be in trouble by now. And there are times that we didn’t listen, we enter trouble.
“So if you’re a young person now, don’t let Africa kill you. ‘I’m a man of this house, I’m a man of this house, you can’t tell me what to do’. Forget that nonsense.
“Marriage is not an African culture, it’s a kingdom culture and in the kingdom the bible says, submitting yourself one to another. Mutual submission is a kingdom agenda for the marriage.
“So there are times you need to submit to your wife. Submit to your woman.”
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