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How News On Ogboru Resulted Into Court Paper –Oasis Magazine Publisher Reveals

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Publisher, Oasis Magazine, Daniel Dafe Umukoro, has wondered how friends can betray their own not minding their names getting thrown into the mud.

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The publisher, who is to appear in court next week for a defamation case, in a Facebook post on Friday evening, said he was served court papers in his business place in Abraka a day after he got a call from one Counsel, a close aide to the 2023 governorship candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, in Delta State, Great Ovedje Ogboru, asking him to do a story to debunk claims that his boss was in charge of the road construction contract handled by Obakpor Engineering in the university town.

In his words: “Wonders shall never end. Guys mind the calls you respond to and who you give your details to! Someone (a supposed close friend in terms of media things) last night called me and said he wanted me to do a story for Great Ovedje Ogboru who he said wants to debunk rumours that Ogboru was in charge of the road construction work in Abraka done by the Delta State Government.

“I was very excited and obliged him…he even wanted me to come in the morning…I told him that I wont be available because I had to be at my business place. To cut long story short, he discovered that I had a school and was even promising to bring his children to the school…Little did I know that he was only trying to find out my address in order for me to be served court papers on a defamation case by another person close to the same popular politician.

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“General can’t be involved in this, so the said man who is supposed to be a close friend was just trying to betray me and ensure that I got the papers from the court.

“I worked into my business premises today only for a court attendant to appear and hand me the papers for the case…
I knew instantly that the call last night was to get my location. .chai…Friendenemies plenty o.

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“Well, I dey prepare for court on Monday…
Imagine, dey waited till Friday to serve me so that they can destabilise me….But, God naw dey sleep…have never stepped into any court since I was born…but here I go now if God deems it fit!!!! And by God’s mercies, I will come out victorious!!!!!!
Amen!!!!!”

Meanwhile, he shared a text message from the said Council with media houses.

The text message read: “Gudmorni Beloved, I will discuss with Oga, bcus we had a little debate/discussion on it yesterday but have not concluded yest, and we are going for burial today.

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“As for the school I will discuss it with my wife when I get to warri.. and probably come on Monday to look at the premises and class rooms and at the same time the standard, I will ask questions though. After all this term is over. “

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Furthermore, Umukoro urged people to be careful with responding to calls, saying if it was something else, that is how he would have fallen into the trap.

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Meanwhile, he said he was innocent and hopes that the court would do justice to the matter.

He added: “I did a publication for someone that mentioned one Kigho’s name. I was smart to also allow Kigho make inputs in that story even did another for him. That’s the case I am going to court for? Let’s see how it goes sha.”

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DSS Issues Warning, Arrests Man For Circulating Fake Recruitment Materials

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The Department of State Services (DSS) has disclosed the arrest of one Mr. Eze Ezenwa Benard, who was recently apprehended for circulating fake DSS recruitment past questions and answers on Facebook.

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The agency, while warning the public in a statement on Saturday, said the suspect operated through a page known as “Jobs and Education”, where he advertised the fraudulent materials and charged unsuspecting members of the public one thousand naira (N1,000) for access.

The public is hereby cautioned to disregard any materials, as the DSS does not sell or distribute recruitment questions, answers, or examination guides through private individuals or social media pages. Recruitment into the Service, when necessary, follows specialised procedure in accordance with extant laws and due process,” the statement reads.

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Continuing, DSS said Ezenwa’s arrest underscores the Service’s determination to safeguard Nigerians from the fraudulent schemes of unpatriotic elements. “Citizens are therefore encouraged to remain vigilant, verify information from official sources and report suspicious recruitment adverts or individuals attempting to extort money under false pretense.”

The agency assured that it will continue to protect the integrity of its recruitment process while ensuring that perpetrators of fraud face the full weight of the law.

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‘Na Only People You Gave Work Love You,’ Singer Speed Darlington Tells Tinubu

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Singer Speed Darlington has told President Bola Tinubu that public admiration cannot be bought, warning that only those who received appointments or jobs from the government truly support him.

In a video posted on Saturday, August 23, the singer said, “Everything isn’t about the economy! There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work, na them love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you.”

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Darlington, an Igbo man, urged Tinubu to focus on police reform and respect for human rights. “The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it’s as if they are not even doing their job.

“The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you dey investigate. Please, before you leave office, please speak to your Yoruba brother IGP man,” he added.

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Before You Leave Office, Reform The Police — Speed Darlington Urges Tinubu

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Popular controversial singer Speed Darlington has called on President Bola Tinubu to reform the Nigerian Police Force, urging the government to prioritise citizens’ rights alongside economic growth.

In a video posted on Saturday, the entertainer criticised what he described as the police’s systemic human rights violations and oppressive practices.

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Mr President, before you leave office, whether you secure a second term or not, try your best to improve Nigeria. Everything isn’t about the economy!

“There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work, na them love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you,” he said.

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The singer, who identifies as Igbo, urged Tinubu to engage with the Inspector-General of Police and implement reforms.

As an Igbo man, the advice I can give you so people will know your name and remember you for something good is to reform the police. Reform the police.

“The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it’s as if they are not even doing their job.

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“The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you dey investigate,” he added.

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Darlington also recounted his personal ordeal with law enforcement, highlighting the system’s abuse of power.

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I was held for two months after the judge had ordered my release. FID held me for two months. According to my lawyer, the Nigerian law gives only 28 days for investigation.

“They held me for two months. What is the extra month for? Because they can. If you give them money, they oppress your enemy. I have experienced it,” he said.

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