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Prepare For Death, Priest Tells Politicians At Cairo Ojougboh’s Burial

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April 21, 2024

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A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Dr. Cairo Ojougboh who died during the tense Super Eagles match between Nigeria and South Africa, has been laid to rest in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State.

The late Ojougboh passed away at 64, on February 7, 2024, while watching the semi-final match between both countries during the 2023 African Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire

A source close to the politician said, “Cairo Ojougboh, a medical doctor, died during the Nigeria vs South Africa match.

“The incident happened when the penalty was awarded against Nigeria. Dr Ojougboh was said to have shouted and slumped due to a massive heart attack when SA scored.”

Ojougboh represented the Ika Federal Constituency from 2003-2007 in the House of Representatives.

In a homily on Friday at the funeral service at the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Agbor, Rev’d Fr. Charles Uganwa blamed Nigerian politicians for underdevelopment after 64 years of nationhood,

He said, “I’m calling on all creatures to prepare for death daily because death is a must for all mortals.

“Dr. Cairo Ojougboh is a patriot, nationalist, statesman, socialite and man of the people who used his life to serve God and humanity.

“I want to equally remind politicians of the need to see their position as a platform to render selfless services.”

The cleric added that “it is absurd for Nigerians to suffer under-development and lack of electricity after 64 years of nationhood.”

He called on the deceased’s family to be closer to Christ who has called their father home.

Uganwa reminded the Governor Sheriff Oborevweri-led administration of the need to do more in human capital development and the revival of ailing and moribund industries as a way to tackle unemployment.

In his remark, the son of the deceased, Nkem Ojougboh said his father left indelible footprints on the sands of time and pledged on behalf of his family to immortalise him by upholding his legacies.

He thanked all who identified with his family since the demise of his father and sued for continued prayers for them to stand firm in this period of bereavement.

The state Governor, Oborevweri; former governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa; among other dignitaries, attended Ojougboh’s funeral.

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Edo Govt Takes Custody Of 4-year-old Girl Used For Adult Content

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May 14, 2024

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The Edo State Government has rescued the 4-year-old girl who was used for adult content by her father.

Recall that the police arrested the father of the minor in Auchi on Sunday, May 12, 2024, after her semi nude videos and photos sparked public outrage on social media.

Some images also showed the minor in revealing clothes while in the company of her father and some men in a hotel.

The state Commissioner for Health, Dr Samuel Alli, confirmed the development in a post on the X platform on Monday, May 13.

“The child is now in our custody for proper medical examination and care. We will keep you updated on her welfare. Thank you all for your contributions to ensure our kids are safe and sound both in health and mind,” he wrote.

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Aid Reveals What Peter Obi Discussed With Atiku, Saraki, Lamido During Visits

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May 13, 2024

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The reason behind the visit of 2023 presidential flagbearer of the Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi to top political figures such Atiku Abubakar, Bukola Saraki and Sule Lamido has been revealed.

Obi’s spokesperson, Dr Yunusa Tanko, said the visit was in line with the former Anambra governor’s commitment to the peace and progress of the nation.

DAILY POST reported that Obi in Abuja on Monday visited some top political figures, including former Vice President, and PDP presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar, former Senate President Bukola Saraki and the former Governor of Jigawa State, Alhaji Sule Lamido.

“At the center of discussion during each of these visits was the state of the nation and how to reduce the suffering of all Nigerians irrespective of class and location,” Tanko said in the statement.

“In particular, the desperate condition of the downtrodden in our midst was highlighted.

“Of particular interest and emphasis in these discussions was the worrisome situation in the Northern parts of the country.”

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Gov Fubara Vows To Probe Wike

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May 13, 2024

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Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara on Monday announced a plan by his administration to set up a panel to probe previous governments including the immediate past administration of Nyesom Wike.

Governor Fubara who has been in a face-off with Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, disclosed the plan after swearing in Dagogo Iboroma as the Attorney General of the state.

The governor expressed pessimism that the lingering political crisis currently rocking the state cannot be resolved anytime soon.

Apparently referring to Wike, the governor accused his opponents of deliberately sabotaging his administration while he was hopeful that the issue in the state would be resolved amicably.

Governor Fubara vowed to make tough decisions moving forward no matter how they would be perceived by the public.

Fubara also responded to recent comments by former Attorney General Zacchaeus Adangor, SAN, and his counterpart in the Ministry of Works Alabo George-Kelly.

According to the governor, the former attorney general alongside other critics of his administration have been sabotaging the progress of his government by filing nolle prosequi against the interest of the state.