Ekwunife Mourns Chief Barr Ifeanyi Egolum, Commiserates With The Family

 Ekwunife Mourns Chief Barr Ifeanyi Egolum, Commiserates With The Family

The Senator representing Anambra Central Senatorial District, Uche Ekwunife, PhD, Friday, February 18, 2022, joined the entire Egolum family of Umumbe kindred, Obeagu Village, Nri in Anaocha LGA to mourn their late patriarch, Chief Barr. Franklin Boniface Ifeanyi Egolum.

Late Chief Egolum who died at the age of 72 was until his death a retired Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Justice.

The funeral ceremony which was held at his hometown was graced by dignitaries across the country including the former governor of Anambra state, HE Peter Obi.

In her condolences message, Ekwunife described the deceased as a seasoned lawyer who would be remembered forever. She noted that the iconic lawyer was a very selfless and humble man and prayed God to grant him eternal rest in heaven.

The Chairman Senate Committee on Science Technology and Innovation further on behalf of her family and the good people of Anambra Central Senatorial District extended condolences to the entire Egolum family.

Construction of Second Niger Bridge Should Name after Buhari

Construction of Second Niger Bridge Should Name after Buhari

Bashir Ahmad, the personal assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on New Media, on Thursday, February 10, 2022, said the Second Niger Bridge is named after President Muhammadu Buhari, and not his predecessor, Goodluck Jonathan, sparking debates on social media.

Taking to Twitter, the Personal Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on New Media, shared a video of the 1.6km bridge, describing it as a major connection point between two economically vital regions in Nigeria.

Ladies and gentlemen, the Muhammadu Buhari Bridge (MBB), a 1.6KM Bridge that will be a major connection point between two economically vital regions in Nigeria,” he tweeted.

The tweet, however, didn’t go down well with some users as one, @Arizona_CF, said, “The name is 2nd Niger bridge. Any other name doesn’t stand a chance.”

Another user, @Greenaetion also said, “It is not Muhammadu Buhari Bridge and it can never be. It wasn’t Buhari who initiated the project nor did he use his salary to construct the Bridge. That’s 2nd Niger Bridge or Southern Link Bridge.”

In defence of his principal, Ahmad responded saying, “So, can we call it Goodluck Jonathan Bridge for sketching the bridge? The bridge is to be called ‘Muhammadu Buhari Bridge’, read the name again and let it sink in your head.”

The Second Niger Bridge is being constructed to ease the burden on the Niger Bridge which links Onitsha and Asaba.

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CBN unveils framework to check bad loans

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released operational guidelines on the Global Service Instructions (GSI), aimed at checking the spate of bad loans within the banking sector. According to a statement by Chibuzo Efobi, for the Director, Financial Policy and Regulation Department of the apex bank, the initiative was conceived to address recurring instances of willful loan default in the industry.

Efobi said that the guidelines would enhance the establishment of a “watch list” and identify recalcitrant loan defaulters and enhance loan recovery from all eligible and funded accounts in the industry. He added that it would also improve credit payment culture and reduce non-performing loans in the Nigerian banking system.

“Consequently, please be informed that the frequency of recovery attempts via the GSI platform has been amended from specific number to continuous and unrestricted number,’’ he said. He said that the GSI automated loan recovery feature applicable to all loans in the industry shall remain perpetually in place throughout the life of the loan, or until it is fully repaid.

He urged members of the banking public to check the CBN website, www.cbn.gov.ng for perusal of the guidelines. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the GSI initiative was approved by the Bankers’ Committee at its meeting in February, 2020. The CBN, thereafter, collaborated with relevant stakeholders to develop necessary protocols to facilitate implementation of the GSI, for eligible loans granted with effect from Aug. 28, 2019.

THE BRUTAL MURDER OF HANIFA ABUBAKAR, A SAD COMMENTARY FOR NIGERIA

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 THE BRUTAL MURDER OF HANIFA ABUBAKAR, A SAD COMMENTARY FOR NIGERIA

Hanifa Abubakar

I am deeply traumatized by the news of the killing of 5 year old, innocent Hanifa Abubakar allegedly by the proprietor of her school- Noble Kids Nursery and Primary School, Kawana, Kano State, Mr Abdulmalik Tanko.

The poor under-aged girl was said to have been killed by the culprit with rat poison and buried in a shallow grave by the culprit who kidnapped her for a ransom.

I am shocked at the level of wickedness and inhumanity being displayed by some elements in our contemporary society today and as a mother, I feel the grief and pains of the mother of the deceased little innocent girl and I have been unable to sleep since the news broke out.

I charge the Kano State Government and all other  relevant agencies to ensure that the perpetrator of this heinous act and indeed all his collaborators are brought to book  as urgently as possible to serve as a deterrent to others.

This is a situation where a child was put in the care of the culprit in his school and her school fees were being paid by her parents only to be allegedly murdered brutally by the same person in whose trust the parents put their child. A child who was only 5 years and did no wrong. This ugly incident suggests that the culprit opened that school as a means to lure people to murder to satisfy his killer urge.

I advise the State House of Assembly of the states of the Federation to amend their relevant criminals laws to provide for a speedy time line for the prosecution and conclusion of criminal cases across the country because it has been observed that most of these criminals are on bail and their trials are protracting with some of them being abandoned after long delays thereby giving opportunity to criminals to continue to evade Justice. 

I pray for the peaceful repose of the innocent soul of Hanifa and pray God to grant the parents and siblings the fortitude to bear the loss.

- Senator Uche Ekwunife, PhD (IYOM)

HOW TO BE A WISE WOMAN

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 HOW TO BE A WISE WOMAN

Amarachi Edeh

1. A wise woman has secrets:

You can't be too naked with your love, social or spiritual life and expect dignity. Not everyone should know what you are going through. Be a self-contained lady.

2. A wise woman has surprises:

There is beauty in a surprise. Don't run around announcing things that are not yet..... It only destroys their beauty. And when they fail you will suffer unnecessary shame. Be a self-controlled lady.

3.  A wise woman is unpredictable :

People should know there is both yes and no in your mouth. Your moves and words shouldn't be too obvious. Be a deep lady. 

4.  A wise woman has meaningful connections :

You can't be a friend to everyone and have focus. You can't be the organiser in every social activity and be a productive woman. Love all but a close friend of a few!

5.  A wise woman does less of a girl talk :

You can't have too much talk and work at the same time. Cheap talks only lead to empty gossips! A gossiping woman is a shallow woman. 

6. A wise woman has time for herself :

You can't understand yourself better until you create time for yourself. 

Create time to see your weaknesses and work on them. Have time for self correction lady. 

7. A wise woman interacts with God:

You cannot have the highest level of wisdom until you interact with its source. Rare breeds of women are found here.... at the feet of JESUS.

Give God time ladies!

By Amarachi Edeh

Which part of women do men stare at?

 Which part of women do men stare at?

Some men look at the eyes first. Other at the ass. Other at the boobs. But it is only a way of prioritizing things because they have only two eyes.

Men likes to stare at every single part of beautiful women.

(And also parts of average women when there is no beautiful women around).