Peter Obi rejects request to join Tinubu’s ‘Govt of National Unity’

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Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Labour Party, states that he will not accept any offer to join the Government of National Unity led by Bola Tinubu and his All Progressives Congress (APC).

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In an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on March 16, 2023, Obi was asked how he would respond if invited to be a member of Tinubu’s government, to which he replied that he is currently contesting the election results in court. Peter Obi on Why He Won’t Join Tinubu’s ‘Govt of National Unity’ “The first thing I want to see is that the process is right. The process through which you achieve anything is far more fundamental than what you do thereafter. “Let us go back first, I am challenging the process and the declaration. Until we get it right, then we can talk about a government of national unity. “Otherwise, we would go and sit down and say that those who stopped a train and kidnapped people can call us to discuss peace when they have people in captivity. Until things are done rightly, we will be encouraging what we don’t need to encourage,” He said. Peter Obi rejects request to join Tinubu's 'Govt of National Unity' Accepting the Judgment of the Court, Obi says; “Issues about the election will be sorted out in court. I will be shocked if this country goes on with that situation. It will then stand that it is a corporate criminalized country. We can’t allow it. We need to start unbundling this criminality. “When people were talking about structure, it is this fraud and criminality that we witnessed that they were talking about, and we want to unbundle it for the sake of our children.” “Until we get it right, until justice is done, we can’t talk about government of national unity. We should get things done rightly, and I am sure that the judiciary will do the right thing.”

Lagos Govt debunks claim of train victims left unattended, calls rumour peddlers wicked

Lagos State Govt debunks claim of train victims left unattended

Lagos State government debunks reports about the victims of Thursday’s train accident left unattended at the hospital.

Lagos State Govt debunks claim of train victims left unattended

The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) received a number of accident victims following a train and BRT crash in the Ikeja area of the state which left six people dead. In a statement, the state government condemned reports that suggested that the victims were left unattended in LASUTH. It released images of victims who have been treated and stabilized while stating that they’ve undergone a series of checkups.

Lagos State Govt debunks claim of train victims left unattended

It, however, termed false news peddlers as wicked and mischievous for ridiculing the effort of the Lagos State government and the hospital. “The falsehood peddled on social media that victims of the train accident at Ikeja were left unattended to is wicked and mischievous. Pure ignorance. Victims were speedily evacuated to LASUTH. They were attended to outside the emergency Centre to classify their injuries. Normal medical procedure in an emergency.

Survivors have since undergone various stages of treatment and admitted into wards. LASUTH has displayed excellence and commitment to ensure all patients are stable and discharged promptly. It is inhuman for anyone to go on social media to peddle rumours when families grieve over the loss of their loved ones.”

Lagos State Govt condemns alleged second autopsy on Whitney Adeniran

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The Lagos State Government announces opposition to the exhumation of the body of Whitney Adeniran of Chrisland Schools for another autopsy.

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This comes following a claim that the Chrisland Schools requested a second autopsy on the late student after the first report stated that she died of electrocution. According to a statement released by the Lagos State Government on its website on March 4th, the Ministry of Justice stated that it is aware of ongoing discussions about an alleged plan to exhume the body of Whitney Adeniran. The ministry stated that it has not received any official communication requesting an exhumation but If such a request is received, the ministry will oppose it. Lagos State Ministry’s Statement on Autopsy

Lagos State Govt condemns alleged second autopsy on Whitney Adeniran

“Whilst we have not received any such official communication requesting for exhumation, however, if and when we do receive such a request, we shall be opposed to it. “The circumstances for exhumation under the Coroners’ Systems Law, 2015, do not arise in this case. “Additionally, it is not our intention to further traumatize the deceased’s family. “We are working closely with the police who have given their reassurance that the duplicate case file would be forwarded on March 6 to the Directorate of Public Prosecutions to aid speedy issuance of legal advice,” it added.

“Govt. must look into fake churches” — Pastor stirs concerns with style of miracle (Video)

"Govt. must look into fake churches" — Pastor stirs concerns with style of miracle (Video)

Nigerians call for the government to probe fake churches as a preacher identified as Pastor Amos Isiah performs a miracle considered to be fake and deceitful.

"Govt. must look into fake churches" — Pastor stirs concerns with style of miracle (Video)

A video making the rounds on social media captured the preacher jumping and throwing a kick in the direction of a fellow who sought a miracle and deliverance in his church. The pastor’s style of delivering his congregants sparked concerns by many who considered his entire ministry to be built on deceit. Social media users, however, advised that at some point in Nigeria, Churches considered to be fake must be investigated by the Federal government of Nigeria. Reactions that trailed Pastor Amos Isiah’s miracle session omega_iyke101 wrote, “It’s high time the federal government started looking into all these , seriously. The Westerners now see us as a joke . Kudos to Rwanda 🇷🇼 president, he closed many fake churches ⛪️ and mosques 🕌. As a result of deceit. Let’s do better in this country.” sylvalinks noted, “Mumu ppl no dey ur house d pray 🤲 continue roaming around from one church to another ndi ara.” travis_joelson added, “don’t be quick to judge if you don’t understand mysteries.” precious.emma5 wrote, “Person wen dey under anointing dey laugh 😹.” Watch the video below …

Lagos govt shuts Chrisland School over Whitney Adeniran’s death

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The Lagos State government orders the closure of Chrisland School in Opebi, Ikeja, following the death of a 12-year-old student, Whitney Adeniran. Lagos govt shuts Chrisland School over Whitney Adeniran's death This comes amidst the allegations that Whitney Adeniran was electrocuted other than claims that she slumped and died during the school’s inter-house sports. In a statement released to the press on Sunday, February 12, 2023, the Commissioner for Education, Folasade Adefisayo, said the school would remain shut pending the outcome of a full investigation.

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The commissioner expressed condolences to the loved ones and acquaintances of the deceased and offered prayers for her soul to rest in peace. However, he urged for calm and guaranteed that a thorough investigation into the matter would be conducted without any compromise. “No effort will be spared in investigating the incident,” the Commissioner for Education, Folasade Adefisayo stated.

Why Nigerian men should appreciate govt. for fuel and new Naira notes scarcity

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Notable content creator, Nasty Blaq, encourages Nigerian men to appreciate the government for the ongoing fuel and new Naira notes scarcity ahead of Valentine’s Day.

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The comedian made this known amidst the ongoing scarcity of new Naira notes and fuel hike that has rendered many stranded in Nigeria. In a recent video via his Instagram Nasty Blaq argued that it was a win in disguise for men ahead of February 14th with is the day for the celebration of love. According to Nasty Blaq, men would not have to worry about sending money, going out on dates or buying expensive gifts for their partners. Watch the video below …

Lagos Gov’t seals off Quilox club over noise pollution

Lagos Gov't seals off Quilox club over noise pollution

Lagos Gov’t seals off Quilox club over noise pollution

The Lagos State Government has shut down the popular nightclub, Quilox, at Ozumba Mbadiwe Road over noise pollution.

The enforcement exercise by the government was jointly carried out by the officials of the agency and the Lagos Tasks Force.
The decision to shut down the Quilox club was a result of several complaints made by the residents living in the area. According to reports, the noise from the club disturbs the peace of residents and also interferes with their sleep, hence the decision.
The General manager of LASEPA, Dr. Dolapo Fasawe disclosed that the agency received a lot of complaints from residents with video evidence from neighbors as well on the environmental nuisances the club was creating.
“NOISE POLLUTION: LAGOS SHUTS QUILOX CLUB
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) on Saturday shut the popular Quilox Club on Ozumba Mbadwe Street, Victoria Island for its failure to comply with directives on organizing events and not obtaining a sound control permit from the Agency. The enforcement exercise, which was jointly carried out by the officials of the agency and the Lagos State Task Force, was also a result of several complaints made by residents in the area.
Reacting to the exercise, General Manager, LASEPA, Dr. Dolapo Fasawe disclosed that the agency received several distress calls with video evidence from concerned neighbors to support their claims on alleged environmental nuisances being perpetrated by the club without consideration to the rights of other residents to a peaceful environment.”

UK govt shuts down pastor Tobi Adegboyega’s church, SPAC Nation over fraud allegations

UK govt shuts down pastor Tobi Adegboyega's church, SPAC Nation over fraud allegations

Pastor Tobi Adegboyega’s London based church, Salvation Proclaimer Ministries Limited (SPAC Nation) has been ordered to shut down their activities after failing to account for more than £1.87m of outgoings, and running with lack of transparency.
SPAC Nation, which was founded in 2012 to promote Christianity, ended up at a High Court on June 9, 2022, before Judge Burton, according to the government’s Insolvency Service.

Despite not having a single base of its own, the company’s financial papers show £610,000 in rent for the two years ending December 31, 2019, despite the fact that they would book locations across London to hold services.
Investigators also spoke with Adedapo Olugbenga Adegboyega, aka Pastor Dapo, one of the company’s directors, who claimed the church organization had over 2,000 church members and 200 ordained preachers and pastors. He did not, however, present any evidence to back up his statements.
The court has found that the church, which was previously praised as a symbol of hope for ex-gang members by UK politicians, operated with lack of openness, filed dubious or erroneous accounts, and was insolvent at the time of the court trial.

The lead investigator for the Insolvency Service, Edna Okhiria said:
“While SPAC Nation claimed it had noble intentions to support vulnerable and young people, our enquiries uncovered a different side of the charity.
“There were clear concerns around how the church group managed its affairs and SPAC Nation failed to properly account for income received from donations and other expenditure.
“The court recognised the severity of SPAC Nation’s actions and this sends a strong message that proper records and accounts must be maintained, even if you’re a charity.”
Companies can be required to administratively close and cease to exist under that name on the Companies House registry, but they can also reappear under a different name, which has been known to happen in the past.
In June 2020, SPAC Nation relaunched as Nxtion Family, a month after head preacher Tobi Adeboyega disclosed his resignation as leader, however he remains one of the leaders of the organization.

Lagos govt. shuts down all Chrisland School branches over tape of 10-year-old student

Lagos govt. shuts down all Chrisland School branches over tape of 10-year-old student

The Lagos State Government has shut down all Chrisland schools within the state in reaction to the alleged sexual violence case involving its students.
A statement by the Lagos State Ministry of Education Quality Assurance, dated April 18, 2022, reads:
“The attention of the Lagos State Government has been drawn to the alleged sexual violence case involving students of Chrisland school which occurred in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
“It is pertinent to note that all allegations are being investigated by the relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies, including Ministry of Education, Office of Education Quality Assurance, Ministry of Youth and Social Development, Ministry of Justice and the Lagos State Domestic & Sexual Violence Agency, whilst the criminal allegations have been escalated to the Commissioner of Police.
“In view of the allegations, we are committed to ensuring that adequate medical and pscyho social support is provided.
“This is to reassure members of the public of the State Government’s commitment to safety and child protection, especially in ensuring that all child-centered institutions within the state, formulate and implement policies and systems that are compliant with the Executive Order (NO.EO/AA08 of 2016), Lagos State Safeguarding and Child Protection Program.
“We also use this medium to remind the general public that any person who engages in any visual depiction of sexually explicit conduct involving a child, commits an offence and is liable to custodial sentence of fourteen (14) years. This includes “producing, distributing, receiving, or possessing an image of child pornography”.
“In the meantime, all Chrisland schools within Lagos State are hereby closed, pending further investigations.”