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Yoruba group condemns Igboho over fresh call for secession
Yoruba group condemns Igboho over fresh call for secession
The Yoruba Welfare Group (YWG) has tackled Yoruba nation agitator, Sunday Igboho over his recent calls for secession, describing such agitations as baseless and unfounded.
National President of the Yoruba Welfare Group (YWG), Abdulhakeem Adegoke Alawuje, in a statement on Friday, it
dismissed Igboho’s agitation, saying it did not reflect the collective aspirations of the Yoruba people.
According to the statement, “Sunday Igboho’s actions stem from a personal agenda, not the broader interests of Yoruba land. The Yoruba Welfare Group is dedicated to promoting unity and fostering stronger relationships between Yoruba people and other ethnic groups in Nigeria.
“We therefore urge citizens to support President Tinubu’s policies, which we believe are aimed at national progress and cohesion, not division.
“We want to caution political leaders against exploiting ethnic sentiments for personal or political gain, and we urge Nigerians across all regions to uphold equality and fairness in governance.
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While recognizing the importance of free speech, he stressed that divisive rhetoric capable of eroding trust and unity within Nigeria’s democratic framework must be firmly addressed by regional leaders.
“Nigeria’s unity is greater than any argument for separation, we therefore implore individuals like Sunday Igboho with similar ideologies to engage in constructive dialogue to emphasis the importance of a united Nigeria.
“Yoruba Welfare Group is commited to protecting the welfare of Yoruba people and any other ethnic groups living within Yoruba regions, just as we want to encourage socio-cultural organizations nationwide to instil values of love, peace, and unity in the younger generation, many of whom lack a deep understanding of Nigeria’s historical struggles and achievements.
“The importance of maintaining a cordial relationship between the South and North can not be overstated, particularly between the Southwest and Northern regions. It’s crucial to recognize that the political collaboration that led to President Muhammad Buhari’s victory in 2015 was also instrumental in President Tinubu’s win in 2023.
“This collaboration is a testament to the power of unity and cooperation between regions. It’s essential to preserve this tolerance and create space for dialogue to ensure peace and progress continue. By doing so, we can build on the successes of the past and work towards a brighter future for all Nigerians.
“Yoruba Welfare Group has been actively promoting unity and peace across Nigeria, transcending religious, linguistic, and ethnic divides. Their efforts demonstrate the importance of organizations and individuals working together to foster a sense of national unity and cooperation.
“We want to advise against stoking ethnic or religious tensions because such actions could lead to uncontrollable conflicts. And the pursuit of separation is a misguided attempt to cut off the head to cure a headache.
“We therefore call on Nigerians to embrace collective efforts to address the country’s challenges. Nigeria must remain united to secure a better future for all its citizens”.
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Ex-convict granted state pardon re-arrested for stealing TV in Osun
Ex-convict granted state pardon re-arrested for stealing TV in Osun
One of the convicts recently granted clemency by Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, Omisakin Sunday has been remanded in correctional custody for allegedly stealing plasma television valued N600,000.
The Governor had late last year granted clemency to 53 convicts of various offences including Omisakin Sunday who was granted outright pardon.
However, the Sunday was brought before Magistrate Adeyeba Adekanmi of Osogbo Magistrate Court on two counts of burglary and stealing plasma television belonging to one Damilare Shittu at Iludun area of Osogbo, punishable under sections 411(1)(2) and 390(9) of the state criminal code.
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Sunday pleaded not guilty to the charges but the Prosecutor, Inspector Kayode Adeoye opposed his bail on the ground that the suspect was serving jail term before he was granted clemency by the Governor.
He added that his first activity after he was pardoned is to break into a house and steal therein, hence, urged the court to decline bail.
Ruling on the bail application, Magistrate Adeyeba refused to admit the suspect to bail and remanded him in correctional custody till February for hearing on the matter.
Ex-convict granted state pardon re-arrested for stealing TV in Osun
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Cybercrimes: Immigration arrests 90 foreigners in Rivers
Cybercrimes: Immigration arrests 90 foreigners in Rivers
Rivers State Command of the Nigeria Immigration Service has arrested 90 illegal immigrants for alleged cybercrimes perpetrated at different levels to swindle innocent Nigerians.
The suspects were arrested in collaboration with other security agencies at their hideout in Rivers State following credible intelligence.
According to the Rivers State Comptroller of the Nigeria Immigration Service, Y.I Abdulmajeed, a total of 94 persons were arrested. Their profiling revealed that 85 of them are Cameroonians, five are Chadians and four are Nigerians. Of the 94 people, 74 are males and 20 females.
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It was also gathered that all the 90 foreigners gained access to the country through unauthorised entry points and none presented residence cards or any form of travelling documents after interrogation.
Two other Nigerians from Rivers State, who provided accommodation, were also arrested.
Abdulmajeed also revealed that the Comptroller General of Immigration Service, Kemi Nandap, ordered that the needful be done to repatriate the foreigners back to their various countries of origin.
Cybercrimes: Immigration arrests 90 foreigners in Rivers
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Over 5000 Nigerian women stranded in Iraq – FG
Over 5000 Nigerian women stranded in Iraq – FG
Over 5000 Nigerian women are currently stranded in Iraq, the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has said.
Chairman of the Commission, Hon. (Mrs.) Abike Dabiri-Erewa stated that the women travelled to Iraq as caregivers only to be stranded in the country.
Over 5000 Nigerian women are currently stranded in Iraq, the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has said.
Chairman of the Commission, Hon. (Mrs.) Abike Dabiri-Erewa stated that the women travelled to Iraq as caregivers only to be stranded in the country.
Many Nigerians especially women have been stranded abroad after travelling through irregular means with promises of jobs.
Dabiri-Erewa told the participants selected from the Six South-West states that there are huge opportunities in Nigeria instead of migrating in the name of seeking greener pastures.
The Chairman disclosed that a husband sent his wife to Iraq to be a caregiver but the woman died mysteriously and the Nigerian Mission is helping to bring back the corpse.
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She said, “As I speak with you today there are about 5,000 women stranded in Iraq. I just dealt with a case last week. A husband sent his wife to Iraq to be a caregiver. She’s dead.
“Can you imagine! Now how do you bring the body back? That’s what is worrying the husband. He doesn’t know where to start. So, we had to intervene. The mission had been able to intervene, they would do an autopsy to see how she died because she just died mysteriously being a caregiver.”
She explained that while there are challenges in Nigeria just like other countries in the world, there are huge opportunities for investment.
“And this is why we are having this workshop,” she said, adding it would be replicated in the other five geopolitical zones of Nigeria to train and educate the participants on the untapped opportunities in Nigeria for diasporan investment.
Group Managing Director of G-Consulting, Dr. Godfrey Ajayi Sunday stated that through the workshop, the firm would be mobilising over $100m in funding to support participants who want to engage in one business or the other in partnership with those in the Diaspora.
He said there are various investment opportunities in real estate, and agriculture, among others for Nigerians to tap into, adding the idea is to sell the opportunities to those in the diaspora to put in their money.
Other facilitators also encouraged the participants to jettison the idea of irregular migration and see how they can tap into available opportunities in Nigeria.
Over 5000 Nigerian women stranded in Iraq – FG
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