As Barr. Kenneth Imansuangbon celebrates his 58th birthday, his life stands as a beacon of hope and inspiration, resonating with service, dedication, and compassion.

A multifaceted figure, Imansuangbon’s roles as a legal luminary, school proprietor, and philanthropist exemplify his unwavering commitment to fostering goodwill, equity, and progress for all.

Imansuangbon’s dedication to quality education serves as a cornerstone of his illustrious career. Through the Pace Setters Group of Schools, he has cultivated an environment where education transcends mere academics, empowering students with the skills and values to shape a brighter future.

His leadership at the institution underscores the fusion of education and culture, setting a standard for academic excellence and societal development.

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Beyond educational boundaries, Imansuangbon’s philanthropic endeavors reflect his steadfast commitment to uplifting communities, particularly the vulnerable. Known affectionately as the “Rice Man,” his annual rice distribution to the less privileged symbolizes practical assistance and support for those in need.

His philanthropy extends beyond food donations, encompassing contributions to institutions such as the University of Benin Teaching Hospital, showcasing a holistic approach to community upliftment.

Imansuangbon’s advocacy for justice and progress echoes throughout his initiatives, particularly in his support for youth empowerment. Through initiatives like the Essay Competition, he champions the cause of Edo youths, paving the way for their success and future leadership roles within the state and beyond.

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As a gubernatorial aspirant for Edo State under the Labour Party, Imansuangbon’s vision for state development is grounded in his extensive experience, philanthropic ethos, and unwavering commitment to the common good. He envisions a future where Edo State maximizes its resources and strategic advantages to foster wealth creation and eradicate poverty, guided by innovative and focused leadership.

On this significant occasion, it is imperative to recognize and salute Barr. Kenneth Imansuangbon for his tireless advocacy in championing education, promoting social justice, and advocating for a society where equity and progress prevail.

His journey serves as a source of inspiration, motivating us to emulate his compassion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to serving humanity.

Happy 58th birthday, Barr. Kenneth Imansuangbon! Your legacy of compassion, leadership, and service will continue to inspire and resonate with generations to come, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all Nigerians.

Patrick Ese, writes from Benin

The Court of Appeal, Abuja division on Friday, issued an order stopping the contempt suit filed by the immediate past governor of Kogi State, Mr Yahaya Bello, against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.

Recall that Bello had filed a fundamental human rights suit against the EFCC to protect himself from being arrested and detained.

Justice Isa Abdullahi Jamil of the Kogi State High Court delivered a ruling on February 9, where he issued an interim order restraining the EFCC from arresting, detaining, persecuting, or prosecuting Bello pending the determination of the suit.

The anti-graft on its part, filed an appeal to set aside the ruling but later withdrew the appeal because it has been overtaken by events.

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This is after the commission filed a suit against Bello at the Federal High Court Abuja that issued an arrest warrant against the ex-governor

However, Bello again approached the Kogi High Court and filed a contempt suit before Justice Jamil.

Consequently, the anti-graft agency approached the Appeal Court to stay the contempt proceedings initiated by Bello against its chairman, Ola Olukoyode.

A three-member panel of the appellate court presided over by Justice Joseph Oyewole, assisted by Justice P. C. Obiora and Justice Okon Abang, granted the request of EFCC, staying the execution and contempt proceeding.

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A team of lawyers led by Jibrin Okutepa, (SAN), alongside Eko Ejembi Eko, (SAN) Abdulkareem Musa, Esq, and David Ojogbane Akogu, Esq all appeared for EFCC.

In granting the orders, Justice Oyewole held that the motion ex-parte had merit and adjourned the hearing of the motion on notice to the 20th day of May 2024.

The court in Appeal No: CA/ABJ/CV/413/2024, also ordered for substituted service of all the processes in the case to be pasted at No 9 Bengazi Steet Wuse Zone 4, Abuja, being the last known address of Yahaya Bello.

The justice said, “The 2nd motion moved for an order to serve the respondent Yahaya Bello all the processes in the appeal by substituted means through the mode stated on the face of the motion is hereby granted.

“The court grants the motion that processes be served through substituted means by pasting on the gate of the last known address of the respondent”.

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has reassured residents of over 22 communities in Inikorogha, Ovia South West Local Government Area (LGA) of adequate security to engender peace and progress.

The governor gave the reassurance while addressing members of the communities, at the Government House, Benin City, when they staged a peaceful protest over plans to withdraw the security agencies maintaining peace in the area.

“I have been informed about your peculiar case. When I heard that the Nigeria Police Force in Abuja has instructed that the security be withdrawn from your communities, I mandated that a letter should be written to the Inspector General of Police.

“First, I am the Chief Security Officer of this State. Constitutionally, I have the responsibility to secure you and I will therefore communicate with the Inspector General. They cannot remove security men from your community without first letting me know. I heard that it is the resolution of the House of Representatives. The House of Representatives do not govern Edo State.

“If anybody representing us in the House of Representatives goes to misrepresent us, that must be corrected. I will make sure it is done. In the meantime, keep your peace and I will make sure security men return to your communities so that you can keep away those bandits.

“We know what they are trying to achieve. They are not happy that we have stopped the illegal logging in your community which they are making money from. So they have gone to Abuja to try to bribe them to withdraw security so that they can come into your communities and continue to cause deforestation. As long as I am your governor, I will not allow it. Please just be peaceful and wait for further communication from me.”

The Chairman of the Elders Council of the communities, Philip Polo, thanked the governor for the improved security in Inikorogha community, noting that the essence of the peaceful protest was to inform the governor of the planned withdrawal of special forces from their community by some elements that are not happy with the peace in Inikorogha.

He said, “Our main protest is about security and safety in our community and the riverine area as a whole. For the past seventeen years, Inikorogha has been under siege by criminals and kidnappers. They killed as if they created human beings. Everybody was scared, people ran away from their homes. We had sleepless nights.”