Oluwasegun Adesuyi, Author at SocietyGazette.com

Why Soldier Who Accepted Proposal From Corps Member Was Detained – Army

The Nigerian Army has confirmed the arrest and detention of a female soldier who recently accepted the love proposal from a male member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Kwara State.
Naija News recalls a corps member, after NYSC’s three weeks of orientation exercise in the Kwara State camp located in Yikpata, took his love life to the next level as he proposed to a soldier in the camp.

The incident happened at the Passing Out Parade of Batch B, Stream 2 of the 2021 Corp Members last week.

The corps member in a viral video could be seen on his knees as he inserts the ring into the finger of the female soldier amid cheers of fellow corps members.

The military officer after receiving the ring could be seen admiring the ring as she receives hugs and cheers from corp members at the scene.

However, a few days after the incident, a report emerged that the soldier has been arrested and is facing the consequences of her action.

The military officer was reportedly detained for romancing on uniform publicly, absent on parade, indiscriminate behaviour, doing other things aside from her purpose in NYSC camp, disobedience to standing order of social media rule, and disobedience to ethics and tradition of the Nigerian Army.

However, the spokesperson of the Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu while confirming that the soldier has now been detained, explained that the soldier went against extant military laws which bans the public display of romantic relationship with a paramilitary trainee – a corps member.

Also, he added that the soldier violated the Nigerian Army’s rules and regulations on the conduct of military personnel when deployed for duty.

Nwachukwu said the female soldier is not expected to be in an amorous relationship with a trainee; indulge in romance while in uniform, and is also guilty of disobeying the Armed Forces standing guidelines and directives for the use of social media.

18-Year-Old Hijab Model Emerges Winner Of 2021 Miss Nigerian Beauty Pageant

An 18-year-old, hijab model, Shatu Garko has emerged as the winner of the 2021 Miss Nigeria beauty pageant.
Garko beat 17 other contestants at the beauty pageantry to become the first hijab-wearing model to wear the Miss Nigeria crown.

The event occurred at the Landmark Centre for Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria

Nicole Ikot was the first runner up and Kasarachi Okoro glitch the second position in the contest

Garko, a horse-riding lover, represented the North West region of Nigeria during the pageant.

She was crowned as the 44th queen of the competition during the coronation ceremony held in Lagos on Friday night.

She was awarded the cash prize of N10 million, a luxury apartment, a car and an ambassadorship deal.

IT’S A SEASON OF GRATITUDE AS EMZOR ENDS THE YEAR WITH AN EVENING OF PRAISE, WORSHIP, MUSIC AND DANCE

It was indeed an evening of praise, worship, music and dance as a Nigerian leading pharmaceutical company, Emzor Pharmaceutical Industries Limited marked it’s annual end of year thanksgiving event to bring the year 2021 business to a close on Sunday in Lagos.

Welcoming the guests to the event appropriately tagged ‘a Season of Gratitude’, the Founder and Group Managing Director (GMD) of the company, Dr. Stella Okoli, OON, said it’s the tradition of the company at the end of every year, to thank God, give gratitude to Him, because He is the owner of everything. “He owns Emzor and He has taken Emzor this far.” She declared.

The GMD went further to thank the management team, members of staff of the company, all Nigerians as well as everyone that are part of the company’s success stories saying; “we appreciate your love and unflinching support for our company and your patronage of our wide range of quality pharmaceutical products throughout the years. You have lifted our spirit and strengthened our feet for the journey in the years ahead.”

Speaking further, Okoli said; “this is the 17th edition of the annual event, we thank God for His mercy, love and kindness and we know we wouldn’t be here celebrating today without special people like you. You have shown without doubt that Emzor holds a special place in your heart and you have demonstrated your fellowship with us in giving thanks to God for his kindness and mercy.”

In the same vein, in his opening remarks, the Chairman, Board of Directors of the company, Emeka Okoli, who attended the event virtually said they need to give glory to God, emphasizing that “despite the global economic challenges, the company has continued to wax stronger. And most especially, in the outgoing year, the company has opened new grounds and made more positive impacts in the lives of the people.”

In his sermon, the Guest Minister at the event, Pastor Remi Oluboba of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Lagos Province 36, said “the best way to appreciate God is to praise Him and show gratitude for His kindness.

Speaking from the book of Psalms, the clergyman said; God’s instruction is to “enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise: to be thankful unto Him, and to bless His name.”

Some of the highlights of the event were goodwill messages from a good number of dignitaries present at the event, which included Mopa Esuga, Chief of Party, US Phamacopeia, Patrick Lukulay from Sierra Leone among others. There was also the cutting of the anniversary cake as well as the Long Service Awards and Recognition of 95 members of staff of the company who have spent good number of years with the company ranging from 10 to 35 years.

Introducing the awardees, the company’s Head of Human Resources, Ego Onuoha said “the company is appreciating and rewarding them for their loyalty. They are the main reason behind the progress and trailblazing achievements of the company. It is always our tradition to appreciate the workforce. We see them as the reason for the company’s existence.”

In her closing remarks at the event which had on the bandstand, a gospel singer, Bidemi Olaoba, who ensured that the event is filled with right dose of music and dance; the company’s Executive Director, Uzoma Ezeuke, said; “we shall continue to thank God. He is the one that have made everything possible for us at Emzor.”

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Breaking: Former NLC chairman is dead

A former chairman of Zamfara State chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Jamilu Aliyu Zannah has died.

He died on Thursday after a protracted illness.

Before his death, he was said to be eyeing the Senate to represent Zamfara Central zone in the National Assembly.

Reacting, Governor Bello Mohammed Matawalle said he received with a heavy heart the news of the demise of Aliyu (Zannan Gusau), who is his close associate.

According to a press statement on Friday signed by the Governor’s Special Adviser on media, Zailani Bappa, the news of his demise was “indeed a great test of the will from the Almighty God

N’Korea bans laughing, alcohol for 11 days to mark death anniversary of former leader

North Korean citizens have been banned from laughing, drinking alcohol, or showing any form of happiness for 11 days as the country marks the 10th year anniversary of the death of former leader, Kin Jong Il who died in 2011.

Kim Jong Il ruled North Korea from 1994 until his death in 2011, and was then succeeded by his third and youngest son, current leader Kim Jong Un who has now become a maximum dictator.

Kim Jong Il died of a heart attack on December 17, 2011, at the age of 69 after ruling the country for 17 years in a brutal and repressive dictatorship.

The order which was released on Thursday, mandates citizens to observe the “11-day period of mourning where they are not allowed to laugh, drink alcohol or make merriment of any form.”

A North Korean resident who spoke with Radio Free Asia (RFA), was quoted as saying:

“During the mourning period, we must not drink alcohol, laugh or engage in leisure activities.”

The resident added that during the mourning period, “North Korean residents and citizens are not allowed to go grocery shopping, especially on Friday, December 17, the anniversary of Kim Jong Il’s death.”

“In the past, many people who were caught drinking or being intoxicated during the mourning period were arrested and treated as ideological criminals. They were taken away and never seen again,” he said.

“Even if your family member dies during the mourning period, you are not allowed to cry out loud and the body must be taken out after it’s over.

“People cannot even celebrate their own birthdays if they fall within the mourning period.”

Another source, a resident of the southwestern province of South Hwanghae, said police officers were told to watch for people who fail to look appropriately upset during the mourning period.

“From the first day of December, they will have a special duty to crack down on those who harm the mood of collective mourning.

”It’s a month-long special duty for the police. I heard that law enforcement officials cannot sleep at all.’

UPDATE: Body of Lekan Odunare Who Plunged into Lagos Lagoon Has Been Found

The dead body of the young National Diploma certificate holder, Lekan Odunare, who plunged into a lagoon in the Epe area of Lagos State on Tuesday morning, has been discovered.

Olamilekan’s body was found on Thursday, December 16. A video of Lekan sitting on the rails of a bridge before he dived into the waters has been making rounds on social media. Before he dived in, a man filming the scene was heard querying his intention.

Lekan, who is said to be a Ordinary National Diploma (OND) holder and a worker at Alaro City, a mega estate located along the Lekki-Epe Expressway, reportedly left behind a one-year-old child for his 19-year-old girlfriend.

Why We Gave Buhari’s son A Title – Emir Of Daura Reveals

The Emir of Daura has given an explanation as to why the son of President Muhammadu Buhari was given a title recently.
The president’s son Yusuf Buhari will be turbaned as the Taliban Daura on Saturday, December 18 and become the District Head of Kwasarawa.

The Emir, Alhaji Umar Farouk stated that the reason for offering Yusuf the title was to prevent him from strolling around Abuja and Yola, his mother’s hometown.

He said: “We are giving him this title to reciprocate all the good things his father, President Muhammadu Buhari, has done to Daura.

“Even if you don’t like Buhari, you know that Daura of today is different from what it were six years ago. So, to reciprocate this gesture, we gave him the title of Talban Daura, which he gave to his only son, Yusuf. This will prevent him from strolling around Yola (his mother’s hometown) and Abuja.

“From University of Transport Technology to Federal Polytechnic, to good roads networks and many other development projects, Daura is today better than some states in the country, development-wise.

“We have many sons in Daura who excelled have excelled, but do not want to be associated with it, so Buhari stands out among them.”

Why President Buhari Is Yet To Sign Amended Electoral Bill – Source

A source in the presidency has claimed that President Muhammadu Buhari is in a tight corner about signing into law or rejecting the amended electoral act sent to him by the National Assembly.

According to the source, some strong people in government including state governors and lawmakers have been trying to prevail on the President not to sign the bill.

The source added that the President himself has nothing against signing the bill but is trying to consider the reservations and opinions of others on the matter.

Naija News recalls two major amendments been proposed in the bill by the National Assembly is the compulsory use of direct primaries by political parties to choose candidates for election as well as the provision to allow the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to transmit election results electronically or decide otherwise.

The use of direct primaries or otherwise has however become a major bone of contention among stakeholders with many of the opinions that the state governors are against direct primaries because it would take away the control of party votes and choosing party candidates from them.

President Buhari has until Sunday, December 19 to either sign or reject the bill before him.

But the presidency source quoted by Daily Trust claimed Buhari is taking his time on the bill because of the pressure from interested persons.

“Contending forces are pushing their cases before him but we have no indication of what will happen. He has always been a promoter of direct primaries. He understands what is going on and he wants the system to be democratized,” the source said.

Meanwhile, as earlier reported by this online news platform, presidential spokesperson, Femi Adesina has submitted that signing the electoral amendment bill or not will not change the reputation already built by President Muhammadu Buhari as a democrat.

The spokesperson argued that Buhari has already etched his name in the sands of time as a leader with the highest regard for democratic values.

Adesina spoke last Monday amidst the agitations been generated by the content of the electoral bill forwarded for the President’s assent by the National Assembly.

Former South African President, Jacob Zuma Ordered Back To Jail By Court

A South African court Wednesday ordered former president Jacob Zuma to return to prison, invalidating the medical parole he was granted in September.

The decision to place Zuma on medical parole is “declared unlawful and set aside”, read the ruling by High Court Judge Elias Matojane.

Zuma, 79, was jailed in July for 15 months for contempt of court after he refused to give testimony to corruption investigators.

His jailing sparked violent protests and looting in his home province of KwaZulu-Natal that spread to the financial hub Johannesburg in July, claiming over 350 lives.

That was the deadliest violence in South Africa since the end of white-minority rule in 1994.

Current President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the unrest as an orchestrated attempt to destabilise the country.

Zuma was granted medical parole on September 5, but the exact reasons were never revealed. While in prison, he was taken to hospital for surgery to treat an undisclosed ailment.

Zuma can appeal the decision.

21-Year-Old Diploma Holder Jumps Into Lagos Lagoon

A young man who was filmed on Tuesday, December 14 jumping into a lagoon in Epe Local Government Area of Lagos State, in an attempt to commit suicide has been identified as Odunare Olalekan, a 21-year-old diploma holder.

The victim was said to have jumped into the lagoon in Epe area around 10 am on Tuesday over unknown personal issues.

According to reports, Olalekan whose body is yet to be recovered is a holder of an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) certificate and a worker at Alaro City, a sprawling mega estate along the Lekki-Epe Expressway, was captured in videos sitting on the rails of a bridge before jumping into the waters.

The man filming the scene could be heard trying to make small talks to distract him, but Olalekan who looked distressed never responded.

It was also learnt that the man who is presumed dead, left behind a one-year-old baby for his 19-year-old girlfriend.

Meanwhile, a 100 level student from Donga LGA, Miss Emuseh Lawi has died in Taraba State University Jalingo after one of the female hostels gutted fire.

Naija News reports that there was a fire outbreak at the Zenith Hostel in the Taraba State University (TSU) which left a female student burnt beyond recognition.

According to reports, the 100-level student of Tourism, from Donga Local Government of Taraba State lost her life after the fire destroyed some part of the female hostel of the University, popularly called Zenith Hostel.

An eyewitness disclosed that the young female student was deeply asleep in her room when the fire broke out.

It took the effort of the other females in the hostel to break into the room and bring her out, she was later confirmed dead at the Federal Medical Centre Jalingo.

The fire which affect some parts of the hostel damaged properties and other valuables belonging to students.

It took the collective effort of the female students in the hostel and Security men at the University to bring the fire under control.