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Create Ministry Of Men’s Affairs, Dalung Urges FG

August 21, 2024 (updated August 21, 2024) Published by

Obasempire reports that Solomon Dalung, a former minister under ex-president Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, has advocated for comprehensive reforms to enhance the well-being of men in Nigeria.

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Speaking at a recent event, the former minister and justice reform advocate stated that the absence of adequate support systems for men has resulted in premature deaths among many.

Dalung also called on both federal and state governments to create ministries dedicated to men’s affairs, akin to those for women’s affairs.

Barrister Solomon Dalung on Facebook wrote: ”Justice demands we’ve ministry of men affairs”I have a neighbor here in Abuja who is an orphan, now in his late 70s. He used all his money to train his children and support his family.

They are well established, and his wife is now traveling, going on omugwo from Amsterdam to China to America, visiting their children. Meanwhile, the man is left here in Abuja; he doesnt have money anymore because everything he worked for in his life, he invested in the family.

Each time his wife returns, she comes back with a Bible and wine as gifts for him. That is the average situation of a Nigerian man, yet allegations of failure are constantly lumped on us as being responsible.
When you mentioned the idea of a Ministry of Men Affairs, I was pleased, as I have been an advocate for it.

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We need a Ministry of Men Affairs because theres no ministry exclusively for men. Just because a man is the President of Nigeria doesnt mean he is the representative of the male gender; he is just a male, just like you have women in positions.

I think justice demands that we should give more attention to our men.Men do not live as long. If you go to the church, youll see a committee of widows, but you wont find a committee of widowers. Most men are gone between 50 to 60 years, and nobody is concerned about them.

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Rudeboy Asks Family To Reconcile Despite Ongoing Disputes

August 21, 2024 (updated August 21, 2024) Published by

Obasempire reports that Nigerian artist Paul Okoye, also known as Rudeboy, has questioned his twin brother Peter and their older sibling and music executive, Jude Okoye, about why they cannot reconcile as a family despite no longer being in business together.

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The discord between the music pair became public when Paul, in an interview, accused his twin of petitioning the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to apprehend him.

In response to the accusation, Peter refuted the claims in an open letter on social media, emphasizing his intention to uncover the truth regarding a secret company, Northside Music, allegedly owned by Jude and his wife, Ifeoma.

In reaction, Jude, during an Instagram live session on Saturday, refuted the claims of funneling P-Square’s royalties, worth millions of dollars, into a personal account.

Nevertheless, in an Instagram live session on Monday, August 19, 2024, Rudeboy remarked, “Even if we don’t continue with P-Square, can’t we still be brothers? Even if we can’t make music, can’t we still be brothers?”

“Like I said, I don’t want to talk much. I don’t used to talk before. It’s so unfortunate.”

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Primate Ayodele Urges Tinubu To Change Flag, Passport, Constitution

August 21, 2024 (updated August 21, 2024) Published by

Obasempire reports that the Head of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has urged President Tinubu to alter the Nigerian flag, passport, and constitution to enhance prosperity and unity in the nation.

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In a statement issued by his media assistant, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele highlighted that these elements hold spiritual significance for the country and that modifications are necessary for national advancement.

He elaborated that updating the flag, passport, and constitution would elevate the nation and have a substantial positive impact on Nigeria.

‘’President Tinubu should change the Nigerian flag, constitution and passport to promote unity and prosperity in the country. These national materials are dragging us down but many may not understand it.’’

‘’They have spiritual implications on the country and if indeed we want a greater country, we must first change the constitution, flag and passport. If the president does all of these, it would have a positive effect on Nigeria.’’

Furthermore, Primate Ayodele addressed people that may not understand his message, urging them to seek spiritual clarifications rather than interpreting in the language of mere men.

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‘’Many will not understand this message and interpret in their languages. These spiritual matters require a spiritual interpretation and understanding. I urge anyone who may need clarification to seek spiritual interpretation.

The Nigerian flag, constitution and passport are the country’s identity; the president should make moves to change them to set the country on a great path. Nigeria should have gone beyond these but our identity is dragging us down’’

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Shehu Sani Highlights Public Apathy Towards NAFDAC Bread Safety Warnings

August 19, 2024 (updated August 19, 2024) Published by

Obasempire reports that amid the rising cost of living after the removal of the fuel subsidy, former Senator Shehu Sani has brought attention to a troubling issue that seems to be garnering little public notice.

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In a recent tweet on his verified Twitter account, Sani voiced concern about the apparent public apathy towards warnings issued by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) concerning bread safety.

Sani tweeted, “NAFDAC is seriously raising alarm on Bread and people are just ignoring, why?” His statement comes at a time when bread, a staple food for many Nigerians, has seen significant price hikes due to the economic pressures stemming from the fuel subsidy removal.

NAFDAC, the regulatory body responsible for ensuring the safety and quality of food and drugs in Nigeria, has reportedly raised concerns over the safety standards of bread being produced and sold across the country. However, despite these warnings, there seems to be a lack of public response or outcry.

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The former senator’s tweet emphasizes the broader issue of public apathy towards critical health and safety warnings, especially in times of economic hardship. With many Nigerians struggling to make ends meet, the focus has shifted primarily towards survival, often at the expense of health and safety concerns.

Sani’s statement is a call to action, urging Nigerians not to ignore the warnings from NAFDAC. The potential risks associated with consuming substandard bread could further compound the challenges facing citizens already burdened by rising costs of essential goods.

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French Court Seizes Nigerian Jets Amid Zhongshan Legal Battle

August 15, 2024 (updated August 15, 2024) Published by

Obasempire reports that a French court has authorized the confiscation of three presidential jets associated with the Federal Government of Nigeria as part of a legal conflict involving Zhongshan, a Chinese firm.

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The dispute originated from a business conflict with the Ogun State government, prompting this major legal action.

The three confiscated jets consist of a Dassault Falcon 7X at Le Bourget airport in Paris, a Boeing 737, and an Airbus 330 located at Basel-Mulhouse airport in Switzerland.

All three aircraft are part of Nigeria’s presidential air fleet and are currently undergoing maintenance.

Two of the jets were recently listed for sale, while the Airbus 330 was bought by Nigeria but had not yet been delivered. The Nigerian government reportedly paid over $100 million for the Airbus.

The seizure is a result of a 2016 decision by the Ogun State government to cancel Zhongshan’s export processing zone management contract.

Following this cancellation, an independent arbitration tribunal, led by a former UK Supreme Court President, awarded Zhongshan $74.5 million in damages.

However, the Ogun State government has yet to fulfill the award, prompting Zhongshan to seek enforcement against Nigerian assets abroad.

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The French court’s order prohibits the movement, sale, or purchase of the seized jets until the $74.5 million compensation is settled to Zhongshan.

Bailiffs have already served legal notices for each aircraft, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing legal dispute.

Zhongshan has secured charging orders against two properties in Liverpool—15 Aigburth Hall Road and Beech Lodge, 49 Calderstones Road—which are valued between £1.3 million and £1.7 million.

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Sumaila Reveals Monthly Allowances Far Exceed Official Salary Figures

August 15, 2024 (updated August 15, 2024) Published by

Obasempire reports that Senator Abdurrahman Kawu Sumaila (NNPP – Kano South) has addressed the debate over the true salary and allowances of federal lawmakers.

Sumaila disclosed that he receives N21 million in allowances each month, in addition to a monthly salary of approximately N1 million.

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Senator Shehu Sani, who represented Kaduna Central during the 8th Assembly, previously revealed that each Senator receives a monthly running cost of N13.5 million, besides the N750,000 stipulated by the RMAFC.

The Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), responsible for setting salaries and allowances of public officials, announced on Tuesday that each Senate member’s total monthly salary and allowances amount to N1,063,860.00.

The Commission detailed the total monthly pay for lawmakers, which includes: a basic salary of N168,866.70; motor vehicle fueling and maintenance allowance of N126,650; N42,216.66 for a personal assistant; domestic staff – N126,650.00; entertainment – N50,660.00; utilities – N50,660.00; newspapers/periodicals – N25,330.00; wardrobe allowance – N42,216.66; house maintenance – N8,443.33; and constituency allowance – N422,166.66.

However, speaking to BBC Hausa Service on Wednesday, Sumaila stated that the monthly salary was set by the RMAFC.

“My monthly salary is less than N1million. After deductions, the figure comes down to a little over N600,000,” Senator Sumaila said, adding that: “Given the increase effected, in the Senate, each Senator gets N21million every month as running cost.”

“For instance, furniture allowance (N6,079,200 million) and severance gratuity (N6,079,200 million) are paid once in every tenure and vehicle allowance (N8,105,600 million) which is optional is a loan which the beneficiary has to pay before leaving office.

“A closer look at the monthly entitlement of Senators reveals that each Senator collects a monthly salary and allowances of the sum of N1,063,860:00 consisting of the following: Basic Salary- N168,866:70; Motor Vehicle Fuelling and Maintenance Allowance N126,650:00; Personal Assistant N42,216:66; Domestic Staff-126,650:00; Entertainment-N50,660:00; Utilities-N50,660:00; Newspapers/Periodicals-N25,330:00; Wardrobe-N42,216,66:00; House Maintenance -N8,443.33:00 and Constituency Allowance- N422,166:66; respectively,” the RMAFC chairman said in a statement he personally signed on Tuesday.”

He noted that with the exception of some few political and public office holders such as the President, Vice President, Senate President, Speaker of the House of Representative, among others, all public and legislative officers are no longer provided with housing as was the case in the past.

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“The Commission also wishes to use this opportunity to state that any allegation regarding other allowance(s) being enjoyed by any political, public office holder outside those provided in the Remuneration (Amendment) Act, 2008 should be explained by the person who made the allegation.

“To avoid misinformation and misrepresentation of facts capable of misleading citizens and members of the International Community, the Commission considers it most appropriate and necessary to request Nigerians and any other interested party to avail themselves of the opportunity to access the actual details of the present Remuneration package for Political, Public and Judicial Office holders in Nigeria published on its website: www.rmafc.gov.ng,” he said.

He lamented that RMAFC does not have constitutional powers to enforce compliance with proper implementation of the official remuneration package, a lacuna he said was being addressed by the National Assembly.

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Marketers Hope Dangote Refinery Sets Petrol Price At N600-N650

August 13, 2024 (updated August 13, 2024) Published by

Obasempire reports that independent fuel distributors in Nigeria are anticipating that the Dangote Petroleum Refinery will price its Premium Motor Spirit, commonly known as petrol, at N600 or N650 per litre upon its market release.

Retailers affiliated with the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) believe that the Dangote refinery will lower petrol prices, similar to its impact on diesel.

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IPMAN National Vice President, Hammed Fashola, informed our correspondent in an interview on Monday that the $20 billion refinery could reduce fuel costs if it receives adequate support, particularly regarding crude oil supply.

He noted that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, the exclusive importer of PMS, has been selling to marketers at N570 per litre, while many IPMAN members purchase from private depot owners at N700 and above.

“We are marketers, we go for the best. We have been buying from the NNPC, but if the opportunity of Dangote comes and the price is favourable, we will grab it. It depends on the price.

“The official price from the NNPC is around N570/litre, but the third parties, the private depots sell PMS to most of our members at N700 and above.

“Plus or minus, we hope Dangote can sell between N600 and N650/litre. N600 is still okay. However, it depends on the cost of the production from Dangote’s end. We have to be factual and sincere to ourselves. The NNPC we are talking about has an element of subsidy or what they now call under-recovery. I think something is hidden there,” Fashola stated.

Speaking about diesel price, Fashola recalled, “We know Dangote refinery crashed the price of diesel. When the refinery started producing, diesel was around N1,600 and it went down to N1,000.

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“Now you can buy diesel at N1,150 or N1,200/litre. We expect the same with PMS, but this crude crisis is a major challenge. Even if Dangote is buying crude in naira, if it is at the international market price, it will make no difference. We have to be realistic.”

The IPMAN leader said the association has had business discussions with some officials of the refinery on a possible partnership, saying the marketers are waiting for Dangote.

“The discussion continues. We are on course. I think very soon we will conclude the discussion. We are waiting,” he stated.

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21st CYNDAC Defends Akpabio, Warns Of New Initiative

August 13, 2024 (updated August 13, 2024) Published by

Obasempire reports that a faction operating under the banner of 21st Century Youths of Niger Delta and Agitators with Conscience (21st CYNDAC) has come to the defense of Senator Goodwill Obot Akpabio in response to claims that he is accountable for the economic difficulties and food shortages in Nigeria.

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They contended that Akpabio has backed legislation designed to address these problems and called on critics to also hold other political leaders, including governors and legislators, responsible.

The faction cautioned that if the unfavorable depiction of Akpabio continues, they would launch an initiative named “Operation Eat Your Gold and Let’s Eat Our Oil,” indicating a focus on resource management and self-sufficiency in the Niger Delta region.

The statement was made by the group’s Coordinator, Izon Ebi, in reaction to the popular hashtag #AkpabiomustGo.

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According to the group, “It should be on record that Senator Goodwill Obot Akpabio has facilitated every legislation brought to it by the executive to ameliorate the suffering in the land and as such preposterous for him to be singled out as the poster boy for the hardship and hunger that is prevalent in Nigeria.

We use this medium to advice the fifth columnists to also hold the governors and representatives to account as we in the Niger Delta will also hold our representatives to account. If this trend continues, we will activate operation eat your Gold and let’s eat our oil.”

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Ohanaeze Ndigbo Warns Of Severe Retaliation Against Attacks In South-West

August 12, 2024 (updated August 12, 2024) Published by

Obasempire reports that the leading Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide, has issued a firm warning against any planned assaults on Igbos in Lagos State and other South-West regions.

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The organization was reacting to a post by an X user, Lagospedia, advocating for the forced displacement of Igbo individuals.

In a statement from the National President, Mazi Okwu Nnabuike, the Council condemned the call as unpatriotic and menacing, asserting that any aggression towards Ndigbo would be met with strong retaliation.

The statement, titled “Enough is Enough,” cautioned that the Igbo community will not tolerate any efforts to provoke violence or undermine their presence in the nation.

Okwu Nnabuike assured that the Igbos are unafraid and should not be mistaken for weaklings due to their previous restraint.

He urged those spreading divisive rhetoric to stop immediately, emphasizing that the Igbo people are a vital part of Nigeria and deserve equal respect and protection.

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“We want to unequivocally declare today that Ndigbo are not cowards; our forefathers were not cowards; they were brave, and so are we.

“We warn those fanning the embers of discord not to mistake the calmness of the lion for weakness; we are not afraid and should not be pushed to the wall by faceless miscreants.

“Any attack on Ndigbo by anybody will be met with unimaginable retaliation. We are not second-class citizens of this country. No one is more Nigerian than the Igbos,” the release stated.

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Obasanjo Blasts Senate For Profiting Amid Nigeria’s Economic Crisis

August 12, 2024 (updated August 12, 2024) Published by

Obasempire reports that former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has delivered a harsh critique of the Nigerian Senate, accusing it of being complicit in the nation’s economic and social decline.

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In a passionate speech, Obasanjo did not soften his remarks as he criticized the legislative body for allegedly exploiting their positions to enrich themselves while Nigeria nears catastrophe.

In his address, Obasanjo targeted the self-granted salaries and allowances that he argues have driven up the cost of governance. He criticized the absurdity of the benefits senators award themselves—from “newspaper allowances” to “pant allowances”—while the country suffers under severe economic strain.

“It’s not right, it’s not right, it’s not right,” Obasanjo repeated emphatically, condemning the Senate for what he described as immoral and self-serving practices.

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He also pointed fingers at the executive branch, accusing it of colluding with the Senate to siphon off funds, citing instances where exorbitant amounts were allegedly funneled to senators.

Obasanjo’s biting remarks have sent shockwaves through the political landscape, sparking debate over the ethics and responsibilities of those in power.

As Nigeria faces mounting challenges, Obasanjo’s words serve as a stark reminder of the urgent need for reform and accountability at the highest levels of government.

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