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Prelate Emeritus, Methodist Church Nigeria, Dies At 86

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Prominent religious leader, Prelate Emeritus of the Methodist Church Nigeria and spiritual father of Akwa Ibom State, His Eminence, Dr. Sunday Mbang has died, aged 86.

According to a statement, yesterday, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State by Secretary of the Church Conference, Rt. Rev. Babatunde Taiwo, Mbang died on Tuesday.

Meanwhile, the church has condoled with the family of the deceased, who hailed from Idua, in Eket Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, and people of the state over the irreparable loss.

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According to the statement, “With gratitude to the Almighty God for benevolence and providence, we announce the transition to glory of His Pre-Eminence Emeritus and His Eminence Emeritus, Dr Mbang.

“He was Emeritus President of World Methodist Council, Christian Association of Nigeria, Incorporated Trustees of Methodist Church Nigeria and Nigeria inter-religious council. He joined the church triumphant on May 16, 2023, after an impactful earthly ministry of 44 years, having enrolled at Trinity College, Umuahia in 1962.

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“He was aged 86 years. His Eminence, Dr. Mbang, embodied the pioneering and path finding spirit of Nigerian methodism as he scored many firsts as follows: “First Patriarch’s chaplain and Bishop of Tinubu (only person to be both patriach and prelate.) Longest serving Head of the Methodist Church Nigeria; first black President of World Methodist Council, and first Methodist leader to be President of Christian Association of Nigeria.

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“He will surely and sorely be missed by his beloved church, Methodist Church, to which he gave spiritual, intellectual and servant-leadership for more than two decades, and the entire body of Christ in Nigeria and the diaspora.

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“He also had the unique and special privilege of being accorded the status of spiritual father of Akwa Ibom State.

“On behalf of His Eminence, Dr. Oliver Aba, Prelate of Methodist Church Nigeria, the people called Methodists in Nigeria and the Diaspora, we condole with the family and the good people of Akwa Ibom State on this irreparable loss. Burial arrangements shall be announced later.”

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Tragedy In The Sky As Pilot Dies Mid-air

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What began as a routine trip from Seattle to Istanbul turned tragic. Turkish Airlines Flight 204 was cruising normally when one of the captains, 59-year-old İlçehin Pehlivan, suddenly collapsed.

Despite the crew’s efforts, he sadly passed away mid-flight a veteran aviator lost among the skies he loved.

Over the radio, the co-pilot’s voice trembled: “Initially we had three pilots, but we lost one of our captains today.

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That’s why we’re diverting to JFK.” Air traffic controllers responded with compassion, arranging medical help on the ground.

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The aircraft landed at New York’s JFK Airport at dawn, met by emergency teams and a heavy silence. Turkish Airlines later paid tribute to Captain Pehlivan, who had passed medical checks just months earlier and spent nearly two decades flying safely around the world.

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Passengers continued to Istanbul, but the memory of this flight endures a reminder of the resilience of aviators, the fragility of life, and the bond shared by those who soar through the skies.

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Foundation Engages Traditional Leaders To Curb GBV In Bauchi

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The Iqra Foundation for Women and Youth Development (IKFWYD) has engaged traditional leaders across three Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Bauchi State to promote male involvement in efforts to curb Gender-Based Violence (GBV).

The intervention is being implemented in Bauchi, Ningi, and Toro Local Government Areas.

Speaking during an advocacy visit, Mr. Ismail Umar, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer of the foundation, said the role of traditional institutions in influencing positive behavioural change could not be overstated.

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 “The programme is designed to engage men on issues related to protecting the rights of women and girls.

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“Family wellbeing and social harmony cannot be achieved without the meaningful involvement of men.”

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Umar noted that challenges such as gender-based misunderstandings, domestic tensions, poor communication between spouses, and limited awareness of shared responsibilities often contribute to family instability.

By focusing on men as partners in promoting peace and wellbeing, this programme aims to reinforce their positive influence within families and communities.

We are piloting the initiative in Bauchi, Ningi, and Toro LGAs, and are engaging respected community members to support and guide male involvement in promoting peace, family wellbeing, and the dignity of women.”

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He further explained that the initiative would foster unity and cooperation between men and women as partners in building stable and peaceful homes.

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Also speaking, Mr. Bamidele Jacobs, Director of Legal at Lawyers Alert, an implementing partner of the project, said the engagement of men was crucial to ensuring sustained support and protection for women in the state.

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In their separate remarks, traditional rulers expressed their support and commitments to the programme.

Alhaji Yusuf Danyaya, the District Head of Ningi, pledged to mobilise men for the initiative, noting that “a violence-free home leads to a peaceful society.”

Similarly, Alhaji Hussaini Uthman, District Head of Miri in Bauchi metropolis, said the mission of the programme aligns with the traditional role of community leaders in fostering reconciliation between couples.

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On his part, Alhaji Umar Adamu, the District Head of Toro, said addressing GBV is a collective responsibility to ensure that communities remain safe and peaceful.

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Okpebholo Believes In Courage, Capacity Says Edo Poly Rector

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The acting rector of Edo State Polytechnic, Usen, Dr Nosakhare Arodoye has promised to implement to the fullest the SHINE agenda of the state government.

Dr Arodoye said he was appointed by the governor to change the narrative of the Polytechnic from the present state to global standard with market-ready graduates and wealth creators within and outside Nigeria.

He spoke during the handover ceremony of the leadership in the state tertiary institution.

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According to him, “the governor sent me here for development that will position this institution in a manner that will be productively and evidently attractive to all for visible intellectual results and deliveries.

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“I’m for greater impact, lesser noise, the governor as a game changer understands this hence he approved my appointment as a tool for change in Edo Poly. Governor Okpebholo believes in courage and capacity.

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“The governor is not a cut to size, he knows how the academic environment works. You can see that his team is made up of global scholars and that is where I belong.

“I’m here to work, I’m going to teach, courses must be allocated to me. I go for what people run from as a progressive, just like the governor, you can see the turnaround of things affecting every area positively.”

Earlier, the immediate past acting rector, Engr. Sylvester Omoruyi briefed the new rector on the present state of the institution particularly the continuous support from the state government.

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He said Sen Monday Okpebholo has cleared the backlog of salaries as staff now receive their salary as at when due.

He noted that a total of twenty-two programmes have successfully been accredited with NYSC calling for various HND awarding departments.

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On partnership, he said the polytechnic is currently in collaboration with Xianzi and Fuzhou Polytechnic in China where seven students are currently undergoing studies on student exchange programmes.

Before arriving at the polytechnic premises, Dr Arodoye had visited the palace of the Elawure of Usen, Oba Oluogbe III.

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