Malami And The List Of 400 Sponsors Of Terrorism In 2021 (A Brief Analysis)

Sometime in May, over 400 people were arrested after a nationwide crackdown on financial sponsors of a terrorist group (Boko Haram) in Nigeria.

After the operation was approved by the President in 2020, the attorney general of the federation and minister of justice Abubakar Malami disclosed that the Nigerian government embarked on a far-reaching and wider investigation into terrorism after the conviction of six (6) Nigerian Boko Haram finances in the United Arab Emirates.

He future disclosed that his office reviewed over a thousand case files and the suspects were profiled for prosecution.

As of then, Malami promised that no stone shall be left unturned as his office would aggressively pursue those who were involved in the terrorism of the federation. After this development, the Boko Haram terrorist group hoisted their flag in Niger state in the following month (April).

These flags were hoisted in two different local governments namely, Shiroro and Kaure. The 400 Boko haram sponsors who were arrested include operators of bureau de change and they were arrested in places like Kano, Abuja, Adamawa, Sokoto, Borno, Zamfara, and Kaduna. Reports show that as of May, the prosecutions had been scheduled to commence as quickly as possible.

The arrest of these 400 sponsors of the Boko Haram terrorist group was made jointly by the Defence Intelligence Agency in collaboration with the Department of State Services, Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit, and the Central Bank of Nigeria.

Others on the list of the Boko Haram sponsors were businessmen who were gold miners and sellers. Some traders at the foreign exchange market were also picked up. The list of these 400 sponsors was never fully realized to the public as the operation bordered on national security and the federal government was being discreet and careful.

Bola Ige: Jubilation and victory of his killers

Distinguished readers,

It is now 20 years that Bola Ige, former minister of justice and attorney general of the federation was shot dead at his home in the south-western city of Ibadan.

For 21 years, activists including politicians who shared same interests with him when he was alive have continously demanded for the apprehension and prosecution of his killers.

Despite outcry, no one knows the true killers of Bola Ige who was murdered in service as attorney general and minister for justice and it remains a difficult puzzle to solve. Out of 20 years, the political party who was in power when he was coldly murdered, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ruled for 14 years and they could not produce his killers.

Majority of key players who participated in the struggle for justice, sponsored protests to demand for arrest and prosecution of his killers have also plotted their ways into power. They have held strategic positions in the country. They are now closer to the powers that can bring about the desired justice they had always wanted but the silence in them is cooler than that of death.

For 6 years, they have held the power they protested against but they have not considered finding the killers of Bola Ige. Every year, they come together to mourn the demise of the late cicero, Bola Ige. Every year, they turn his corpse inside grave and open the ‘sore wounds of death’ only for discussion and patronage. They had clamoured for investigations in the past.

They are now friends of people who have powers to investigate and make necessary arrest but they prefer silence because the unsolved puzzle of Bola Ige’s death has political benefits. They only remember the late Cicero when they mount podiums. They only remember the ‘husband of Atinuke’ when they want to play politics.

Again, who killed Bola Ige? Not only commoners but people who are closer to corridors of power still ask this question. Professor Wole Soyinka has raised the dust again after 6 years. He courageously asked the federal government under the leadership of Muhammadu Buhari who is a friend to mentees of Bola Ige to make known the details of their investigation about the assasination.

A former minister of power and steel, Olu Agunloye said the killer of Ex-Justice minister, Bola Ige was part of a big conspiracy network. When I listened to Agunloye’s speech, I discovered that he downplayed justice but condemned the killing. He understands that there is no justice anywhere but he is afraid of public persecution. Like Agunloye, many prominent Nigerians have silently concluded too. This matter is surrounded by a lot of cobwebs. In all, I see no justice in sight.

Again, we have resumed the call for investigation, apprehension and prosecution of true killers of Bola Ige. Both prominent Yoruba leaders and groups have spoken. All the pages of newspapers are filled with a lone question on the lips of every Nigerian that who killed Bola Ige? His friends, foes and possibly unknown killers who are probably in higher offices or walking freely in their respective majesties have also joined the annual cause. They mourn in public and mock in private. The call for investigation always dies with the season. In the next 48 hours, nobody would be interested again.

Nigeria and unresolved murder cases are siamese twins. A senior colleague, Komolafe said in one of his write ups that Nigeria has couched euphemistic names for reckless killings in the land; and it is as if the gods are angry. When I was browsing through the internet, I saw a list of prominent unresolved murder cases and I was shocked. Most families have resigned to fate. They have accepted destiny and handed over everything to God because they surely know that there is no justice anywhere.

Some of prominent Nigerians who were coldly murdered are: Dele Giwa (1986)! Alfred Rewane (1995)! Bagauda Kaltho (1996)! Kudirat Abiola (1996)! MKO Abiola (1998)! Barnabas Igwe and Abigail, his wife (2002)! Marshall Harry (2003)! Aminosari Dikibo (2004)! Hassan Olajokun (2005)! Ayodeji Daramola (2006)! Funsho Williams (2006)! Dipo Dina (2010)! Olaitan Oyerinde (2012)! Funke Olakunri (2019)!

If killers of these people could not be apprehended or prosecuted, it does not only promote crime or build a culture of criminality but tells ordinary citizens like me that we must not get killed. Like past years, we have come together again to ask the most important question of the moment, who killed Bola Ige?

We will ask next year too. Till then, do not get yourself killed because there won’t be justice for you. Be wise!

WE MUST PRAY FOR ILE-IFE

This year, 2021 is a challenging one for the people of Ile-Ife. I do not know what is occupying the minds of natives and residents of the town. The month of December will always be remembered by the good people of Ile-Ife. As an ancient town of traditions, one is forced to ask if they did not forsee the troubles of this month or the forebears especially the spirits in control of the town are at war with the natives and residents of the town.

What exactly did Ooni of Ife hear from our forebears or spirits of the land during his 7 days of seclusion? This month is no doubt a challenging one for the ancient town and we must remember the people and town in our prayers.

It is excruciating to note that each time, Ile-Ife appeared on social media in this month of December, the ancient town is either a subject of ‘controversy’ or ‘ridicule’.

From the alleged murder of Timothy Adegoke, a student of Obafemi Awolowo to stormy revelations about one of her prominent sons, Iyiola Omisore made by his former boss, Bisi Akande in his book titled ‘My Participations’ to new discussions about the assasination of former secretary to government of federation, Bola Ige in which a prominent son was alleged to the dumping of his Imperial Majesty, Oba Ogunwusi by his wife, Queen Silekunola Naomi, it has truly been a long tale of ‘controversy and ridicule’.

May God heal the land!

High blood pressure: Three herbs to 'reduce and prevent' it – 'antioxidant' properties

Often described as a “silent killer” because it rarely causes symptoms. As many as five million adults in the UK have undiagnosed high blood pressure, so will not know that they are at risk, according to the British Heart Foundation. Moreover, the UK government says that it is projected to affect more than 1.5 billion people around the world by 2025. Fortunately, there are often effective steps that people can take to lower high blood pressure.

The prevalence of high blood pressure for adults in England in 2015 was 31 percent among men and 26 percent among women, with little change over the last few years, according to Public Health England (PHE).

This is considered to place a considerable strain on the NHS, and can cause several negative complications.

Fortunately, there are several ways to keep a healthy level, including adopting certain diets.

Kai Ali, pharmaceutical scientist and head of formulation at Super Botanic, says that incorporating herbs into diet can help reduce and prevent high blood pressure.

Kai says that curcumin has anti-inflammatory effects and “is an extraordinarily strong antioxidant”.

“There have been many meta studies to show how curcumin can help reduce high blood pressure, by reducing inflammation of blood vessels, hinder clotting of the blood, and lowering cholesterol levels,” the pharmacist adds.

Indeed, a systematic review published in Pub.Med.gov looks at a total of 11 studies comprising 734 participants.

It says results of the meta-analysis suggest that consuming curcumin may improve blood pressure when administered in long durations. However, more studies are needed to confirm these results.

Kai Ali adds that moringa, “often known as “The Miracle Tree” or the “The Tree of Life” as it is one of the most nutrient dense plants on the planet” is a great natural source of potassium.

“Potassium helps lower sodium levels which is an indicator of high blood pressure. Potassium and sodium work together to control your blood pressure,” Kai states.

Lastly, the pharmacist says that saffron “has antioxidant properties which helps maintain healthy arteries and blood vessels”.

The NHS says that you should also cut your salt intake to less than 6g a day, eat a low-fat, balanced diet and maintain a healthy weight.

Some people with high blood pressure may also need to take one or more medicines to stop their blood pressure getting too high.

High blood pressure, or hypertension increases your risk of serious problems such as heart attacks and strokes, if left untreated.

The only way to find out if your blood pressure is high is to have your blood pressure checked.

If you are overweight, a smoker, or have a family history of heart disease, you are considered “at risk” for high blood pressure and should have it checked once a year.

Blood pressure is recorded with two numbers. The systolic pressure, higher number, is the force at which your heart pumps blood around your body. The diastolic pressure, lower number, is the resistance to the blood flow in the blood vessels.

The NHS says: “The target blood pressure reading for the over-80s is below 150/90 mmHg when it’s measured in the clinic or surgery, and below 145/85 mmHg for home readings.

“While there are definite benefits from taking medicines to reduce blood pressure if you’re under the age of 80, it’s less clear if it’s useful if you’re over 80.

“It’s now thought that if you reach 80 while you’re taking medicine for high blood pressure, it’s fine to continue treatment provided it’s still helping you and is not causing side effects.”

Best Foods to Eat at Night to Promote Better Sleep

The type of food you eat and the time you eat the food plays an important role in your health. This is why we need to be very mindful of the types of foods we eat and the time we eat the food.

Studies have found that there are foods that are best to be eaten at night, there are also some which are best to be eaten in the morning.

In this article, I am going to be talking about best foods to eat at night to promote better sleep at night.

1. White Rice

White rice is one of the best types of food to eat at night. This is because it is relatively high in calories and are recommended by experts as one of the best types of foods to eat at night.

The high level of calories which can be found in white rice plays an important role in promoting better health at old age because it causes a spike in our blood sugar which promotes better sleep at night.

2. Boiled Potatoes

Boiled potatoes are also one of the most important types of foods at night. This is because it contains B6 which boosts mood and melatonin which promotes better sleep at night. Studies suggest that people eat only boiled foods at night and avoid intake of fried foods.

3. Fatty fishes

Fatty fishes are one of the most important types of foods to eat at night. This is because they contain vitamins D and Omega-3 fatty acids which is important for the regulation of serotonin in the body. They are also rich in other important nutrients which plays an important role in promoting better health of the body.

4. Bananas

Bananas are very important types of foods you should eat at night. This is because it is rich in potassium and magnesium which helps in relaxing the muscles and had a positive effect on the quality of sleep in older adults with insomnia.

5. Almonds

Almonds can be easily gotten in the fruit market and one of the best foods for night. It helps in the relaxation of the nerves as well as claiming the body and relaxing the muscles.

Buhari gets 14-day ultimatum to sack Army Chief, NYSC Boss

A group known as Concerned Nigerian Women (CNW) has given President Muhammadu Buhari a 14-day ultimatum to sack the Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen. Farouk Yahaya and the NYSC Director General, Brigadier Gen. Shuaibu Ibrahim over what it called the recent harassment of a female soldier who accepted a proposal from a male NYSC member.

The women rights group led by Bimbola Olatenwaju, berated the NYSC DG for what it termed “an apparent show of disdain for women” which the group said, led to the irrational manner with which the DG of NYSC talked down on women in the press conference he addressed regarding the issue.

The group further called the attention of Nigerians to the fact that the provision that said a female soldier must serve for three years before marriage, the basis upon which the female soldier is being detained, has not been breached as the soldier merely accepted a proposal for marriage which can take even up to ten years before being formally contracted.

The group also wondered if the same provision applied to male officers, asserting that the group will go to any length to ensure that the female soldier is not being harassed and discriminated against because of her gender as such will be a glaring violation of her rights guaranteed in Section 42 of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria as amended, which frowns at the discrimination of any Nigerian on the grounds of gender.

Following the apparent breaches of the female officer’s fundamental rights, the group threatened to lead a powerful protest to the Presidential Villa, United States Embassy, British High Commission, Ministry of Women Affairs, Human Right Commission office and other key institutions if the duo is not removed for their hatred towards women within the next seven days.

Garba Shehu tests positive for COVID-19, Lai Mohammed denies contracting virus

Lai Mohammed

The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has denied being infected with COVID-19.

Mohammed, who is a also member of the Presidential Steering Committee on COVID-19, said he attended the Federal Executive Council meeting on Wednesday, the extraordinary meeting of FEC on Thursday and the inauguration of the new Minister of State for Works and Housing, Muazu Sambo, on Friday which was covered by the media.

He, therefore, wondered how he could be said to be in isolation and still be allowed to attend such important events at the Presidential Villa.

Online medium, Premium Times, had reported that COVID-19 was ravaging the Presidential Villa. The newspaper said Mohammed as well as several other Villa officials including the Permanent Secretary, State House, Tijani Umar; the President’s Aide-de-camp, Yusuf Dodo; his chief security officer, Aliyu Musa, and his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, had contracted the virus.

Responding, however, Mohammed said, “I read the story and we still have a great battle on our hands on fake news and mischievous reporting. I was in the public view on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. I was at FEC on Wednesday. I coordinated press briefing on Thursday for the extraordinary EFC meeting. And the minister of power and I addressed media.

“On Friday, I witnessed the swearing-in for minister of state for power after which we had a security meeting. How can someone who has had such high level engagements for three days consecutively be ill?

“It is nothing but fake news. I am hale and hearty. Not only that, I have taken the two doses of the vaccine. I have also taken the Pfizer booster. I am a member of PSC and I am hale and hearty and I am performing at optimum level.”

However, Buhari’s media aide, Shehu, confirmed that indeed he had tested positive for COVID-19 and he was in self-isolation.

Shehu said he could not confirm if other Presidency officials had tested positive for the virus or not.

When contacted by our correspondent, he said, “What is true is that I know that I’m self-isolating and taking my medication, but I know of no other case.”

Buhari: We’ll Transfer Power To Winners Of 2023 Elections

President Muhammadu Buhari has assured Nigerians and the international community of free and fair elections and peaceful transfer of power in 2023....

President Muhammadu Buhari has assured Nigerians and the international community of free and fair elections and peaceful transfer of power in 2023.

The president gave the assurance in his remark at a Virtual Summit for Democracy organised by President Joe Biden of the United States.

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Buhari said necessary mechanisms would be strengthened to ensure that Nigeria witness another peaceful transfer of power.

“As we countdown to our next general elections in 2023, we remain committed to putting in place and strengthening all necessary mechanisms to ensure that Nigeria will not only record another peaceful transfer of power to an elected democratic government, but will also ensure that the elections are conducted in a free, fair and transparent manner.”

“Your Excellencies, Nigeria will continue to actively support the democratization processes in our region West Africa and the African continent at large. But regrettably, our democratic gains of the past decades are under threats of unconstitutional takeover of power.

“This unwholesome trend, sometimes in reaction to unilateral amendments of constitutions by some leaders, must not be tolerated by the international community. Nigeria fully supports the efforts by ECOWAS to address this growing challenge and appreciates the support of both the African Union and the United Nations,” he added.

The President, who said Nigeria had continued to face security challenges which posed a threat to democracy, called “on global partners to support our efforts in tackling insurgency and terrorism.”

“I am proud to state that Nigeria has had over two decades of uninterrupted democratic governance and has unequivocally  remained committed to upholding the core values and principles of democracy.

“Since assuming office in 2015, we have been able to introduce mechanisms to ensure free, fair and credible elections. We have strengthened our key anti-corruption agencies in collaboration with international partners and have undertaken several anti-corruption measures and initiatives.”

In a statement issued Friday by his spokesman, Femi Adesina, Buhari thanked Biden, government and people of the United States for hosting the Summit.

He said the summit was taking place at a time when democratic institutions around the world were facing several challenges.

“This event will help promote a positive agenda for democratic renewal by focusing on some of the major challenges faced by democracies today. It is hoped that through our collective action, we can safeguard democratic values and principles,” he said.

The President said the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which had made it impossible to convene the meeting face to face, had taken a heavy toll on economies, health and democratic processes around the world.

Nigerians to pay 7.5% VAT on Facebook ads from January 1

Social media giant, Facebook has announced that Nigerians will pay 7.5 percent value-added tax (VAT) on all ad placements from January 1, 2022.

 

The charge will also apply to those buying ads for businesses or personal purposes. Those exempted from VAT would be able to recover the fund if they provided their tax ID.

 

The new 7.5 percent VAT charge will also apply to Instagram ads. The statement read; 

 

“Due to implementation of a value-added tax (VAT) in Nigeria, Facebook is required to charge VAT on the sale of ads to advertisers, regardless of whether you’re buying ads for business or personal purposes.

“All advertisers with a business country of Nigeria will be charged an additional 7.5% VAT on advertising services purchased beginning 1 January 2022.

“If you’re registered for VAT and provide your VAT ID, your VAT ID will show up on your ads receipts.

“In the event that you’re entitled to recover the VAT, this may help you recover any VAT you paid to the Nigerian tax authorities if you are a VAT registered business in Nigeria.”

Who owns Dowen college: This is all you need to know about the owner of Dowen College

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Who owns Dowen college: This is all you need to know about the owner of Dowen College

BY PAPAGA BLESSDECEMBER 5, 2021UPDATED:DECEMBER 5, 20217 COMMENTS4 MINS READ

The search for who owns Dowen College has skyrocketed ever since news of Sylvester Omoroni’s death went viral.

People want to know the one behind the Dowen College.

Well, the father of Sylvester Omoroni has praised the school saying they are good in academic perfomance. He said in an interview with BBC Pidgin, that all his elderly children went to this school and they passed out excellently. That is the reason why he keeps sending his wards there.

He, however, said that he’s disappointed with the fact that the Dewon College’s security is poor upon all the fees that they pay in millions of Naira.

In this article, we shall look at details of Dewon College, their contact details, address, name owner and many more.

Dewon College is a co-educational day and boarding secondary school with over 20 years record of excellence. The school was established in 1997.

Dewon College Owners and Leaders

Findings have now revealed that a Chief Olumide Phillips, a member of the Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina, is the owner of Dewon College school.

Below is a photo of the owner of Dewon and his daughter:

It is alleged that the owner of Dewon College is the father of Nigerian Singer and actress Lami Philips Gbadamosi. Lami Philips after this discovery has since deleted her Instagram handle.

According to the Dewon College official website, Mrs A. Layiwola is the Principle and Head of School of the Dewon College. She holds B. Sc. (Ed) Bio. M. Ed.(Educ. Admin.).

Mr. M.A. Oluseisi is the Vice Principal — Deputy Head of School (Academic). He holds M.Ed Mathematics.

Mrs. O.K Borisade is the Director of Finace and Admin/Deputy Head of School.

Please take a look at the full team below:

Dewon College Address

Address:

No. 18 Adebayo Doherty Road,

Lekki Phase 1,

Lagos – Nigeria

Contact numbers

+234 906 000 1032

+234 803 343 4087

01-270 6010

01-270 6012

Mail

dowencollegelagos1997@gmail.com

dowencollegelagos1997@yahoo.com

info@dowencollege.org.ng

Dewon College Boarding House

An excellent state-of-the-art boarding facility ensures that our students reside in a home away from home. All necessary facilities are provided including a good security network and the presence of capable Hostel Parents to take care of the students.

Games and sporting facilities are available for the boarding students. The swimming pool is well- maintained. Ball games like basketball, lawn-tennis, table-tennis and badminton are also available. Indoor games like chess, scrabble and ludo are played in a fully air-conditioned common-room (please note, boys and girls have separate common rooms with equal facilities).

The common rooms are equipped with TV sets, DVD/Video players and computers for academic and recreational activities. A capable maintenance team is also available to ensure the smooth running Of the hostel facilities. A well-equipped gymnasium is available as part of our body building and wellness programme.

The hostel rooms are fully air-conditioned and tutorial lessons are organized in the evenings (Monday to Friday) while preparatory classes take place at nights and weekends under the supervision of house parents.

A resident nurse is also available to take care of health issues.

There is regular church attendance (Catholic and Anglican) on Sundays and a visit to the Mosque by Muslims on Fridays

BOARDING HOUSE REQUIREMENTS

LIST OF ITEMS EXPECTED FROM BOARDING STUDENTS WHEN RETURNING TO THE HOSTEL

Complete set of uniforms (3 trousers, 5 white shirts, 1 blue shirt, 1 blazer, 2 ties)

Complete Sportswear (2 pairs of shorts, 2 white po 10 T-shirts)

5 boarders T-shirt

5 pairs of Jeans/skirts

1 pair of sneakers or casual shoes

2 pairs of Black sandals.

2 bathroom/rubber slippers

12 rolls of tissue

Drinking cups and cutleries

1 bucket for bathing/ persona I laundry

Hair clipper (For boys)

5 padlocks (small size)

Nail cutter

Macintosh and two personal bed sheets and pillow cases (for bed wetters)

Twenty thousand naira only (N20, 000), pocket money per term and additional Ten thousand naira only  (N 10, 000) for grooming (hair plaiting and hair cut).

Deodorant

Torch light

Milk

Cereal

Please acquaint yourselves with information in the College prospectus with particular reference to DCL

Command ments and our Code of Conduct.

For further enquiries please contact the under listed: school line 01-2706012

Jerry 08033434087 ,

Ayomide 08055518825 ,

Linda 08035038697 or

Madu 08033077213

How IPOB’s ESN Murdered, Beheaded Two Policemen In S/East – FG

The proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra’s Eastern Security Network (IPOB’s ESN) has been accused of abducting and murdering two policemen in South Eastern State.

The Federal Government through the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday, November 29.

According to the Minister, the IPOB militant wing, ESN carried out the murder, adding that the culprits behind the “killings, who videotaped their heinous act and circulated such will be apprehended and brought to justice.”

Daily Independent reports that a video circulating on social media shows a number of young men, communicating in the Igbo language, surrounded two decapitated heads and mocked the deceased while repeatedly mentioning that one looked like “Fulani” from the look of his nose.

Reacting to the viral video, Alhaji Mohammed described the abduction of three policemen and the killing of two of them, “in the most horrific, barbaric and cannibalistic manner, as an unacceptable attack against the state.”

The minister listed the victims as ASP Francis Idoko (AP No. 154945); Inspector Emmanuel Akubo (AP No. 222336) and Inspector Rufai Adamu (AP. No. 285009).

“They were abducted by members of the Eastern Security Network (ESN), acting on the instructions of their leader, Chinonso Okafor, aka TEMPLE, on 27 November 2021.

”Inspectors Akubo and Adamu were killed, their decapitated bodies videotaped and circulated widely. The leader of the ESN team that killed the two officers is one ‘GENTLE’.

“Okafor, the most influential commander of ESN in charge of Imo and the Anambra States, as well as ‘Gentle’ and all those who perpetrated the abhorrent act, will be made to face swift and sure justice,” he said.

Mohammed stressed that the targeting and killing of security agents, under any guise, is a direct attack on Nigeria and will not be accepted.