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PICTORIAL: Okomu Agog As DSP Sheibi Is Laid To Rest

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2 years ago

November 28, 2023

By Joe Ebi

“…Yes, I know, but who is this man. I am asking because of the type of cars and the calibre of people going in and out of this gate since Friday. I don’t think we have witnessed this type of influx of recent.”

These are the words of a security guard on Sunday evening at Okomu Oil Palm entry/exit gate after he asked a cousin of mine, in whose car I was, where we were coming from. My cousin had replied him that we were coming from a burial of a retired Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) at Okomu community. It was the burial of DSP Adebayo Otomini Sheibi. Aged 72.

Late Sheibi was a father-in-law to High Chief Pascal Ebi Akpofagha, the Bulouwei of Furupagha Kingdom. Engineer Akpofagha deemed it fit to give his father-in-law a befitting burial, hence the influx of cars and the calibre of people Okomu played host to over the weekend. Family members, relations, friends and well-wishers joined the Ijaw High Chief in Okomu to give his departed father-in-law a befitting burial.

L-R: Chief Tamarauetunemi Makilolo; High Chief Pascal Ebi Akpofagha and his wife, Chief Tombra Ebi, leading the corpse out of the morgue.

As said earlier by the security guard, it must have been probably long such occasion that attracts large crowd like that of the weekend happened in that area.

Among those who joined High Chief Akpofagha to give DSP Sheibi the last respects were High Chief Millionaire Muje; Chief Ben Bowei; Chief Somi Miye; Chief Clarkson Benson; Chief Terry;Don Victor Kowei; Chief Otegha Ayebi; Chief Freeman Cousin; Chief Tamarauetunemi Makilolo, and other Ijaw chiefs from different kingdoms and other dignitries.

No doubt, Engr. Akpofagha and the late DSP were very close, the closeness could be likened to that of a biological father to a son. It was so evident. The show of love displayed by High Chief Akpofagha says it all. More importantly, the daughter of the deceased, who happens to be the link between Engr. Akpofagha and DSP Sheibi, is a virtuous woman, loved by all. Chief Tombra Ebi is a friend to all, another factor for the influx of people to the burial.

The two day burial ceremony which started on Friday, the 24th of November with a Service of Song and Wake Keep climaxed with a social dance on Saturday, the 25th. Izon musician, Abora was on ground to thrill residents and dignitries who were in attendance with melodious Izon songs, courtesy of Engr. Akpofagha. It was, indeed, a memorable event.

In their tributes, relations, children and church members of the deceased, described him as an upright person who used his position to help many during his life time. His service to his fatherland for good 35 years without a blemish speaks volume of the claim of his uprightness.

What transpired in Okomu between 24th and 25th of November, 2023, is historical, memorable. Petty traders in Okomu will never forget these days in hurry. It was indeed a harvest time for many of the traders.

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Out-of-school: Bauchi Education Ministry Takes ‘Back To School’ Campaign To Markets

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October 15, 2025

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The Bauchi State Ministry of Education has launched a sensitization campaign on the importance of education across selected market places in the state.

The campaign aims to encourage school enrolment and showcase the infrastructural facilities provided by the Bauchi state government to ensure a conducive environment for learning and teaching in the state.

Speaking during the flag off of the campaign at Gadan-Maiwa Community, Dr. Mohammed Lawal, the state’s Commissioner for Education, emphasized that the marketplaces are ideal locations to promote education, as it is a hub of activity where people gather to buy and sell.

He highlighted the various infrastructural facilities provided by the government, which he said included the mega schools, provision of qualified teachers, and educational materials to woo parents to enroll their wards into school.

The Commissioner noted that the state has made significant progress in reducing the number of out-of-school children.

Lawal stated that the government has implemented a Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) programme to support the education of girl children, which he said, has recorded significant success.

He therefore urged parents to take advantage of the government’s efforts and send their children to school.

The commissioner also commended Governor Bala Mohammed for his commitment to education and reducing the number of out-of-school children in the state.

On their part, the village head of Gadan-Maiwa, Safiyanu Ahmed, and the Chairman of Gadan-Maiwa motor Park, Alhaji Adamu Abubakar, lauded the government’s initiative and urged parents to support the effort.

The duo also appealed for more teachers to be employed to improve education in the state.

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How My Fiancée kept Me From Temptations – Singer Spyro

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October 15, 2025

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Nigerian singer, Oludipe Oluwasanmi David, popularly known as Spyro, has revealed that his fiancée, Janet Atom, keeps him him grounded and away from temptations.

The ‘Who’s Your Guy’ crooner shared that before meeting his fiancée he was “tempted” by ladies, especially in Lekki.

Hailing his fiancée as his “Jesus baddie,” he appreciated her for changing his life.

The singer captioned a picture of his fiancée via Instagram; “Eiii God! My very own Jesus baddie @_callme_njure.

“Thank you again for saving me from Lekki girls o, na me know wettin my eyes see.”

Recall that Spyro recently engaged Janet Atom. He disclosed that he met her at a nightclub while announcing their engagement in September.

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Drama In Abuja Hotel As BBNaija Star, Phyna Creates Scene Over alleged N200,000 Dispute [VIDEO]

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October 15, 2025

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Former Big Brother Naija winner, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, was reportedly involved in a heated altercation at a hotel in Abuja following an alleged N200,000 disagreement.

According to eyewitness accounts, the confrontation began in the early hours of Tuesday inside Phyna’s hotel room in Abuja, before spilling into the lobby, attracting the attention of guests and staff.

Sources claimed the dispute stemmed from an unsettled financial issue involving N200,000, which quickly escalated into a shouting match.

The argument reportedly intensified when neither party was willing to back down, leading to pushing and chaos within the hotel premises.

Eyewitnesses further alleged that the situation worsened after others connected to the individuals involved joined the confrontation, turning the verbal exchange into a physical clash.

Security personnel and police officers were eventually called in to restore order, using teargas to disperse the crowd.

The incident comes shortly after Phyna returned to the public eye following a brief break to mourn the death of her sister, who died in an accident involving a Dangote truck.

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