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Need For Professional Bodies Involvement In National Development Emphasised

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2 years ago

August 25, 2023

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By Joseph Ebi Kanjo, Benin

The President, World Medical Association, WMA, Dr. Osahon Enabulele, has emphasized the need for professional bodies involvement in Nigeria’s bid to get to the right track of development.

He made the statement at the 70th birthday of a medical practitioner, Professor Dominic Osayande Osaghae, and his (Osaghae) books launch held at Doctors’ House, Benin, Yesterday.

The books: Re-inventing the Nigerian Medical Association: From Crisis to Peace’, and ‘Footprints on the Sounds of Time‘ are authored by the celebrant, Prof. Osaghae.

Enabulele, who was the chairman of the occasion with the theme ‘The Role of Professional Association in National Development’, said no nation can get it right in terms of development without allowing professional bodies to play critical roles.

Lamenting that most often professional associations are not given the right place in national development plan, the WMA President said: “National development is not all about the president; it is not all about the governors, but it involves everyone. Nigeria cannot advance if we do not play out roles as Nigerians. Professional bodies must be fully carried along in our quest to get it right.”

He added: “No matter the strategy put forward, if a development plan is not based on human capital development and other indices of socioeconomic development, then such strategies and plans may not yield the desired results.”

On the celebrant, the Chairman of the occasion said: “He stands for progressive ideas, stands for justice and anything good. He has contributed immensely to the development of the medical profession and the nation in general.”

In his keynote address, a former Commissioner for Health in Edo State, Dr. Wilson Imongan, said the role of professional bodies in national development cannot be overemphasized, adding that “the professionals provide industry insight that directly affects the economic development of the country.”

According to him, “The professional bodies bridge the gap by applying technical knowledge to solving societal development challenges.

He added: “They help politicians initiate policies and legislation. Professional bodies need visibility so that they can form a robust and cordial relationship with government for collaboration.”

He challenged the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Edo State branch, to interrogate those seeking political offices even as the Edo State governorship election draws nearer.

He said: “Edo State has governorship election coming, the NMA must not wait for candidates to lead the discussions. It is most important to start the discussion now. The NMA must set up an Ad-hoc committee to come up with a blue print for the politicians in the healthcare sector for effective healthcare delivery.

“None of the candidates is talking about health because they have no business there. So, the NMA must start the interrogation now”

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DSS Issues Warning, Arrests Man For Circulating Fake Recruitment Materials

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14 hours ago

August 24, 2025

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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.

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

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14 hours ago

August 24, 2025

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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.”

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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14 hours ago

August 24, 2025

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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.

“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.

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.

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

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

“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.