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Why govt must compel MDAs to use licensed auctioneers to dispose assets — Mafikuyomi, Unicorn Auctions CEO

Why govt must compel MDAs to use licensed auctioneers to dispose assets — Mafikuyomi, Unicorn Auctions CEO

*Says untrained officials, internal auction depts undermine transparency, revenue generation *Argues auctioneers can help recover billions in trapped assets By Nnamdi Ojiego Auctioneering is often associated with distressed assets, court orders and the sale of property. But Dr Ayodeji Fred Mafikuyomi, Chief Executive Officer of Unicorn Auctions Limited, says the profession has a much wider […]
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B-A-K-A-S-S-I: Our people may lose their right to political representation – Ex-Attorney General

B-A-K-A-S-S-I: Our people may lose their right to political representation – Ex-Attorney General

Mr Eyo Ekpo was Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in Cross River State during Governor Donald Duke’s administration. Ekpo drafted the law that created new Bakassi out of the three Ikang wards of Akpabuyo. In this interview, he speaks on the Supreme Court ruling of February 26, 2018 on the delineation   of boundary by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, in the area 

ABAGUN:Defeating stereotypes with Girl Power

ABAGUN:Defeating stereotypes with Girl Power

Girl Power, a slogan that encourages and celebrates women’s independence, development, and confidence, resonates with Olaolu Abagun, Founder Girl Pride Circle Initiative. Early in life, she decided to devote her intellectual gifts and exceptional capacity for hard work to humanity. In her story, the progress of an exceptional Nigerian, who through her strengths became a young leader of global repute, comes to the fore. It has been a journey powered by a passionate interest in the social sector and shaped by the sheer determination to dismantle gender-related barriers. This chat presents the candid portrait of a young woman, who has been privileged to spend every day working for things she believes in since the age of 13. She is a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria and has represented Nigeria at various international fora..

Human Trafficking : I slept among corpses in Libya  — Nigerian returnee

Human Trafficking : I slept among corpses in Libya — Nigerian returnee

Imasuen Richie was one of the youngmen who left Nigeria for Libya in 2016 with a view to finally land in Europe in search of greener pastures. But sadly, he found himself inside the Libyan prison   after he was sold as a slave. It was in that situation that he met CNN crew who came into the prison where he narrated his ordeal and that of other Nigerians in prison. Just last month, the CNN crew visited Edo state to do a report on Human Trafficking and also spoke to Richie.

PANDEF RESTRUCTURING SUMMIT :Four regions agree, two sitting on the fence 

PANDEF RESTRUCTURING SUMMIT :Four regions agree, two sitting on the fence 

Newly inaugurated Chairman of PANDEF and former military administrator of Akwa Ibom state, Air Commodore Idongesit Nkanga (retd),   former Minister and South-East leader, Dr Walter Ofonagoro, Co-Chairman of the Central Planning Committee of the rally, Prof Godini Darah, his Co-Chairman and top PANDEF leader, Ambassador Godknows Igali,   former governor of Ondo state, Olusegun Mimiko, Senator Jonah Jang from Middle Belt, former Deputy Governor, Delta state, Prof Amos Utuama, erstwhile Deputy Governor, Akwa Ibom state, Engr Chris Ekpenyong, Senator Stella Omu, Prof Faji Akintoye and   Senator Ewa Henshaw graced the occasion.

Onicha-Ugbo, Issele-Uku Monarchs confer chieftaincy titles on Josephine Ada Kachikwu

Onicha-Ugbo, Issele-Uku Monarchs confer chieftaincy titles on Josephine Ada Kachikwu

All roads will on Sunday, April 1, 2018, lead to Onicha-Ugbo and Issele-Uku towns in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State as the traditional rulers of the two neighbouring communities honour the Chairman, Delta State House of Assembly Service Commission (DTHASC), Barrister (Mrs.) Josephine Ada Kachikwu with Chieftaincy titles. Speaking with Vanguard in […]

Asaba Press Briefing: A Reporter‘s Diary

Asaba Press Briefing: A Reporter‘s Diary

The press, the Fourth Estate of the Realm is critical to the development and progress of any nation and the case of Nigeria cannot be an exception. Though unelected or appointed, the press is constitutionally empowered to keep the government accountable to the people by constantly reporting the activities of those holding the reins of power. Perhaps basking in this knowledge, the Delta State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa instituted the quarterly press briefing where journalists are told of government activities and challenges.

Man who married his sister apologizes

Man who married his sister apologizes

By Vincent Ujumadu, Awka AFTER his initial unrepentant posture and daring anyone to stop him from marrying his younger sister, Mr. Chiadikobi Ezeibekwe, the 25-year old mathematics teacher at Community Secondary School, Isuofia, who by his action caused a stir at Ekwulobia, Anambra’s fourth largest urban town, has finally become sober, apologizing profusely to the […]