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Rotary Club Not A Religious Organisation, Secret Society, Says President

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Mr Chukwunonso Nwobi, the President, Rotary Club International, Bauchi Central chapter, has said that the club is not a religious organisation or a secret society as believed by some people.

Nwobi stated this in Bauchi on Saturday during the investiture ceremony for his second term as the president of the club in the state.

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According to him, the false and negative impression of some people about the club has impeded the numerical growth of the organisation.

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Creating a good impression about what Rotary is all about is one of our major challenges.

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“People should not see Rotary Club as a religious organisation or a cult or something because diversity, equity and inclusion is our watchword.

“We want to increase our sensitisation in elightening people what Rotary is all about. We need people to join us because they say the more the people, the merrier.

“So, when we have more people joining us, all of these activities we are carrying out would become less burden for those that are already Rotarians,” he said.

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Nwobi, who stated that, Rotary Club has been in existence for 123 years and is present in over 210 countries with a registration of 1.4 million Rotarians, called on the people of Bauchi that have the heart of humanitarian service to join and partner with the club in serving humanity.

He said that the club has list of impactive projects that it wanted to embark on, especially on water sanitation, distribution of more wheelchairs to polio survivors, renovation of toilets in some selected secondary schools, among others.

READ ALSO: Rotary Club Donates Wheelchairs To Polio Survivors In Bauchi

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Other areas of focus he said included, medical outreach in suburb communities as well as distribution of reusable sanitary pads to secondary school girls in the state.

Some of the activities that took place at the investiture ceremony included, presentation of awards of excellence in humanitarian services to some members of the club as well as other partners.

Others were; fund raising, as well as induction of new members into the club.

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DSS Issues Warning, Arrests Man For Circulating Fake Recruitment Materials

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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.

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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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Continuing, DSS said Ezenwa’s arrest underscores the Service’s determination to safeguard Nigerians from the fraudulent schemes of unpatriotic elements. “Citizens are therefore encouraged to remain vigilant, verify information from official sources and report suspicious recruitment adverts or individuals attempting to extort money under false pretense.”

The agency assured that it will continue to protect the integrity of its recruitment process while ensuring that perpetrators of fraud face the full weight of the law.

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

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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.”

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READ ALSO:Before You Leave Office, Reform The Police — Speed Darlington Urges Tinubu

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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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.

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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.

READ ALSO:Obi Blames Tinubu For 70% Investment Crash

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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.

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

READ ALSO:Tinubu Subsidises Kidney Dialysis Cost By 76% In Federal Hospitals

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

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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.

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