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Nigerian Arrested For Overstaying Visa In Thailand

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Police have arrested a 35-year-old Nigerian man, Benjamin Chiemelie Ene, on the tourist island of Koh Phangan, Surat Thani Province, for overstaying his visa by nine months.

Pol Lt Col Winit Bunchit of the Tourist Police in a statement on Saturday, June 1, 2024, said officers were acting on complaints from local residents that a foreigner claiming to be an influential person from Nigeria was asking for free food and accommodation.

When police located the suspect he tried to run away, but they pursued and arrested him

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Officers found that Ene had overstayed his visa by 276 days.

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He was taken to the Koh Phangan police station for further legal action.

The fine for a visa overstay is 500 baht per day, up to a maximum of 20,000 baht.

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Meanwhile, residents of Koh Phangan expressed relief following Ene’s arrest, as they claimed his behaviour had caused significant concern in the local community.

Many local businesses said they were wary of his intimidating tactics, particularly his assertions of possessing influential connections in Nigeria to gain free services.

 

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Over 100 Edo Community Residents Benefit From Late Asoro’s Free Medical Care

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Over 100 residents of Evbareke community, a neighbourhood around Textile-Mill Road in Egor Local Government Area, Benin City, Edo State were given a free medical checkup in memory of Cecilia Ewemade Asoro, who passed away 28 years ago.

The free medical check up included blood pressure,sugar level tests in addition to free drugs were that provided to treat various ailments and complaints.

Speaking, initiator of the free medical care, Dr. Ann Osamudiamen Asoro, daughter of the late nurse, said she aim was to continue her mother’s legacy of providing free medical services and other essential services like midwifery to the underprivileged.

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Late Cecilia, a trained nurse and midwife, was said to have dedicated her life to serving humanity through her work.

Consequently the late nurse’s daughter decided to keep her mum’s memory alive by continuing her philanthropic work through a larger outreach.

Speaking further, Dr. Asoro described her “mother as a cheerful and kind-hearted woman who would have wanted her legacy to continue. “

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“She was a disciplinarian and a very good educationist; and a humanitarian too. Dr. Asoro recalls.

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“My mum used to have a black handbag that was literally a mobile clinic. Anywhere she goes and finds out someone has a medical need, she offers assistance immediately free of charge,” Dr. Asoro added.

The late nurse daughter, while encouraging residents to take advantage of the free medical services, urged Edo indigenes to give back to the community.

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She added: “Beyond celebrating the memory of my late mum, I see this as an opportunity too to give back to my community by encouraging healthy living through this check ups”.

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Oneof the eneficiaries, Joy James expressed gratitude for the initiative, noting that “Grace of God will continue to be with her so that next year, she can still remember us with these free medical care.”

The programme climaxed with a grand reception at Dr. Asoro’s compound to celebrate with guests, friends, well-wishe was and family members.

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Some family members also took the opportunity to share fond memories of their time with late Cecilia when she was alive.

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Top 10 Richest Families In The World

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The world’s wealthiest families not only amass staggering fortunes but also wield significant influence across industries and continents.

From the retail giants to oil dynasties and luxury fashion houses, these families have built empires that define global commerce and culture.

Here’s a closer look at the top 10 richest families in the world in 2024, per ranking via Investopedia, exploring their net worth and business ventures.

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Richest Families in the World

Al Nahyan Family
Net Worth: $305 billion

Industry: Industrial, diversified investments

The Al Nahyan family is known to be the ruling and wealthiest family in Abu Dhabi . Their wealth amass from vast investments in various sectors, including oil, real estate, and finance.

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Walton Family
Net Worth: $259.7 billion
Industry: Consumer Retail (Walmart)

The Walton family, Heirs to the Walmart empire, the Waltons have maintained their position through extensive global retail operations.

Hermès Family
Net Worth: $150.9 billion
Industry: Luxury fashion

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The Hermès family owns the iconic French luxury brand

Mars Family
Net Worth: $141.9 billion
Industry: Confectionery, pet care

The Mars family is best known for their candy empire, including brands like M&M’s and Snickers, and has diversified into pet care.

Al Thani Family
Net Worth: $133 billion
Industry: Industrial, diversified investments

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The Al Thani family is the ruling family of Qatar. The Al Thani family’s wealth primarily stems from their control over Qatar’s vast oil and natural gas reserves. Their investments in various industries, including finance, real estate, and infrastructure, have also contributed significantly to their wealth.

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Koch Family
Net Worth: $127.3 billion
Industry: Diversified industrial

The Koch family, Owners of Koch Industries, one of the largest private companies in the world, with interests spanning multiple sectors.

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Al Saud Family
Net Worth: $112 billion
Industry: Industrial

Al Saud family, the Saudi royal family, whose wealth is deeply rooted from their control over Saudi Arabia’s oil reserves and their investments in various industries.

Ambani Family
Net Worth: $104.3 billion
Industry: Diversified industrial (Reliance Industries)

The Ambani family’s wealth comes from Reliance Industries, with interests in telecommunications, retail, and digital services.

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Wertheimer Family
Net Worth: $89.6 billion
Industry: Luxury fashion (Chanel)

The Wertheimer family’s wealth mainly comes from their ownership of Chanel, a renowned luxury fashion house. Their successful management and expansion of the Chanel brand have significantly contributed to their wealth.

Thomson Family
Net Worth: $71.1 billion
Industry: Media (Thomson Reuters)

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The Thomsons are major players in the media industry through their ownership of Thomson Reuters, providing news and financial market information.

These families have diversified their investments across various sectors, ranging from traditional industries like oil and retail to luxury fashion and media, demonstrating significant influence and economic power globally​.

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FULL LIST: LPPC Shortlists 98 Lawyers For SAN Title

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The Legal Practitioners and Privileges Committee (LPPC) has shortlisted 98 lawyers for the conferment of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) for this year.

While 87 are practicing lawyers and advocates, 11 are from the academic.

This was contained in a statement by the Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court of Nigeria and Secretary of the LPPC, Hajo Sarki Bello.

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The statement invited comments from the public on the integrity, reputation and competence of the applicants.

It further stated that every complaint(s) must be accompanied with a verifying affidavit deposed to by the author before a superior court of record in Nigeria or before a Notary Public and be in twenty (20) copies.

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The statement clarified: “For the avoidance of doubt, the publication of the names of the shortlisted applicants is not an indication of their success in the process.”

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Some of the applicants include a former Chairman of the Nigeria Bar Association Section on Public Interest and Development Law (NBA-SPIDEL), Dr Monday Onyekachi Ubani and Idowu Benson.

Among those in the academic is Prof Adeyemi Oke.

The shortlisted applicants are in the two categories, the advocates and academics. The advocates are as follow: Lateef Olaseinde Karim Esq, Godwin Tagbo Ike Esq, Johnson Odionu Esq, Nnodim Marcellinus Duru Esq, Innocent Adams Ovbagbedia Esq, Soronnadi Anthony Njoku Esq, Adamu Abubakar Esq, Charles Oyaole Musa Esq, Udochi Nunny Iheanacho Esq, David Dare Onietan Esq

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They also include Elele Chinatu Casmir Esq, Josiah Rapuluchuks Nduka Esq, Godwin Ikechukwu Obeta Esq, Habeeb Orisavbia Ilavbare Esq, , Moses Kolade Obafemi Esq. Mathew Echezonam Esonanjor Esq, Baba Fika Dalah, Esq, Babatunde Ademoye Sodipo Esq, Mustapha Ikhegbe Abubakar Esq, and Emmanuel Ibhagbemien Esene Esq.

Others are Henry Adedayo Bello Esq, Boniface Chinedu Moore Esq, Clement Amechi Ezika Esq, 0mokayode Adebayo Dada Esq, Edwin Anikwem Esq, Roy Ogbonnaya Umahi Nwaeze Esq, Olumide Oniyire Olugbenga Esq, Monday Onyekachi Ubani Esq , Ayoola Olufemi Ajayi Esq and Paul Chukwuma Obi Esq.

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Also on the list are Olasupo Dominic Ati-John Esq, .Cole Segun Ololade Esq, Charles Ayodeji Adeogun Phillips Esq, 0kechukwu Kingsley Ajunwa Esq, Jacob Ocheogbu Ifere Esq, Emmanuel Aderemi Adekile Esq, Christopher Ehumadu Okeke Esq, Waziri Yusha’u Mamman Esq, Oluronke Adeyemi Esq, Oluwole Olawale Afolabi Esq.

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They include Toboukebide Kekemeke Esq, Akinbamigbe Adesomoju , Esq, Victor Owarienomare Odjemu Esq, Josiah Ojochide Daniel-Ebune Esq, Olukunle Ogheneovo Edun, Esq, Abdulaziz Enebi Ibrahim Esq, Stanley Chidozie Imo Esq, Charles Oladipo Titiloye Esq, Abdulkarim Kana Abubakar Esq, and Kingsley Chuku Esq.

They also include Adeyinka Oluwaseun Aderemi Esq, Olaolu Akintunde Owolabi Esq. Adedeji Sharafadeen Abdulkadir Esq, Idowu Omotunde Benson Esq, Kolawole James Olowookere Esq,

Chinasa Thelma Unaegbunam Esq, Ademola Oluwawolemi Esan Esq, 0mosanya Atilola Popoola Esq, Taiye Ayotunde Oniyide Esq, and Emonye Oga Adekwu Esq.

Others are Aderemi Oguntoye, Esq Kashopefoluwa Olawale Balogun Esq, Abdul Adamu Esq Theodore Okey Ezeobi, Esq, Rilwan Birnin Kebbi Umar Esq, Chienye Ifeanyichukwu Okafor Esq, Kaka Shehu Lawan Esq, Abba Muhammed Esq, Wendy Nwenenda Kuku Esq and Ekele Enyinnaya Iheanacho, Esq.

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They include Okechukwu George Edeze Esq, Akinyemi Oluwole Olujinmi Esq. Gyang Yaya Zi Esq, Idris Abubakar Esq, George Ibrahim Esq, Boonyameen Babajide Lawal Esq, Terkaa Jeremiah Aondo Esq, Tochukwu Peter Tochukwu Esq, Uchenna Uzo Njoku, Esq and Paul

They also include Babatunde Daudu Esq, Chukwudi Kachikwu Enebeli Esq, Yusuf Olatunji Ogunrinde Esq, Tobechukwu Kenechukwu Nweke Esq, Ademola Kamardeen Abimbola Esq,

Yunus Abdulsalam Esq, Mofesomo Ayodeji Tayo-Oyetibo Esq, Chukwuemeka Agamadodaigwe Nnawuchi, Esq

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The shortlisted academic applicants are Prof. John Alewo Agbonika, Prof. Osy Ezechuk Wunyere Nwebo, Prof. Nlerum Sunday Okogbule, Prof. Nnamdi Onyeka Obiaraeri, Prof. Nathaniel Ahagbue Inegbedion, Prof. Collins Chujioke Obioma, Prof. Violet Aigbokhaevbo, Prof. Augustine Robert Agom, Prof. Ibrahim Abdulqadir Abikan, Prof. Chima Josephat Ubanyionwu and Prof. Ganiyu Adeyemi Oke.

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