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Rivers: Dakuku Peterside accuses Gov. Wike of humiliating traditional rulers [VIDEO]

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The actions of Governor Nyesom Wike against traditional stools in Rivers State have been described as “demeaning, unbecoming, irresponsible, despicable, unacceptable and unbefitting” for someone who occupies such a dignified office.

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Dr. Peterside Dakuku, governorship.candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC in 2015, stated this while reacting to the way Governor Wike addressed traditional rulers in the state during their quarterly meeting in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital.

Governor Wike was seen lambasting the traditional rulers and threatening to depose them, in addition to the governor humiliating one of them by calling the monarch a trouble maker.

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Peterside stated that the utterances of Gov. Wike represents an all-time low in the history of the state, where a governor can “insult, disgrace, humiliate and depose traditional rulers at will.”

“Wike’s penchant for embarrassing traditional rulers is becoming irresponsible and shameful. Never in our history have we had such a disrespectful governor.

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“Since 2015, Wike has sacked, deposed and withdrawn recognition from several royal fathers without any recourse to history, tradition and culture.

“Not too long ago, Wike threatened to depose the Amanyanabo of Kalabari, King Theophilus Princewill, just as he has severally lambasted traditional rulers as if they were his servants.

“Wike must be called to order. Well meaning Rivers people must call him to order. He is turning himself into a feudal lord and an emperor at the same time. History is replete with his likes who ended up badly after turning themselves to tiny gods,” he stated.

The former governorship candidate appealed to the traditional rulers to overlook the “shame and disrespect” meted on them, pointing out that as fathers, they should regard the governor’s utterances as that of a “child who lacks home training.”

“Wike should know that history is watching. Rivers people typically respect traditional rulers and traditional institutions. The governor must stop desecrating our traditional rulers and traditional institutions,” he added.

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War threats as Iran attacks US troops with missiles again to retaliate Soleimani’s death

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Another set of missiles have been launched at US bases in Baghdad, Iraq on Tuesday.

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Katyusha rockets targeted the Taji military camp, located north of Baghdad, but no casualties were reported.

The Iraqi base is housing a large number of US troops and other foreign forces, making it a target for Iran-backed armed groups.

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Iran, which vowed to retaliate the assassination of its army Chief, Maj. Gen. Qassem Soleimani, had previously launched several rocket attacks on US bases on two occasions.

At least, two Katyusha rockets were fired, an army captain told Anadolu Agency on condition of anonymity as he was not authorised to speak to the media, Al Jazeera reports.

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On Sunday, four Iraqi soldiers were wounded after eight Katyusha rockets were fired at the Al Balad airbase.

 

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Why Buhari govt declared Amotekun ‘Illegal’ – Fani-Kayode

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Femi Fani-Kayode, former Minister of Aviation has kicked against a statement by the Nigerian government describing ‘Operation Amotekun’ as illegal.

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Recall that in a statement signed by the Special Assistant on Media and Public Relations to the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Dr Umar Gwandu, the government said the establishment of Amotekun was not backed by any known law in the land.

“The setting up of the paramilitary organization called “Amotekun” is illegal and runs contrary to the provisions of the Nigerian law.,” Malami said.

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But, Fani-Kayode reacting said he believed that Buhari government will not be in support of the Southwest security outfit because of the interest of herdsmen.

According to him, the present administration’s primary interest is to protect herdsmen not ‘sons of Oduduwa’

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On his Twitter page, Fani-Kayode wrote: “Not surprised that AG said Operation Amotekun is illegal.

“Anybody that believes that a Govt. whose primary interest is to protect the interest and further the fortunes of the Fulani & their herdsmen would want the sons of Oduduwa to defend themselves against mass murder is naive.”

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Minimum wage: Govt begins payment January

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The Niger State Government will commence the payment of the new National Minimum Wage this January.

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Governor Abubakar Sani Bello made this disclosure on Tuesday when he received Chairmen of the 25 Local Government Areas.

He said that a committee has been set up already and considerable progress has been made in an ongoing negotiation to begin the implementation of the new minimum wage.

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“At the moment, our top priority is to address those that have been affected directly by the minimum wage and what it means is, anyone who is below the minimum wage policy”.

“I have given the directive that it should be implemented this January, so that those that are entitled or fall within the class of minimum wage will get”, he said.

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According to him, those that are not directly affected by the N30, 000 minimum wage will be taken care of in the next phase which is the consequential adjustment.

“If you implement the new minimum wage, then you find out that there will be the need for consequential adjustments for all”.

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Transfer: Christian Eriksen agrees deal with new club

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Tottenham Hotspur playmaker, Christian Eriksen has agreed on a personal term with Inter Milan to join Antonio Conte’s men in this January’s transfer window, according to Sky Sport Italia.

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Inter have now entered into talks with Spurs in a bid to finalise a transfer fee for Eriksen.

The Serie A giants have made an offer of £8.5million for the midfielder, but Tottenham are holding out for a fee closer to £17million and discussion between the two clubs could continue until the end of the month.

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Eriksen’s current deal at Spurs will expire at the end of the season.

The Denmark international has been linked with a move to Manchester United and Inter Milan in the past few weeks.

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The 27-year-old has scored 69 goals in over 300 appearances for Jose Mourinho’s side since joining the club from Ajax in 2013.

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EPL: Mesut Ozil names ‘right man’ for Arsenal job, reveals Arteta’s plans

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Arsenal playmaker, Mesut Ozil has insisted that current manager, Mikel Arteta is ‘the right man’ to coach the club.

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According to Ozil, Arteta is planning to get Arsenal back to their old virtues, adding that the Gunners’ squad is much happier since the former Manchester City’s assistant coach took over from Unai Emery.

The ex-Germany international said this ahead of Arsenal’s Premier League clash against Sheffield United on Saturday.

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“It is basically getting us back to the old Arsenal virtues,” Ozil said as quoted by The Sun.

“Fighting and having possession, being in control of the game, having the ball all the time.

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“These are the things that he is working on with us and you can see it — everyone is smiling, laughing, enjoying their time — it has made us successful.

“I think he is the right man at this club.”

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Transfer: Arteta told to sign 25-year-old Man City star

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Former Arsenal midfielder, Ray Parlour has urged the club’s manager, Mikel Arteta to sign 25-year-old Manchester City star, John Stones.

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According to Parlour, Stones would make an ideal centre-back partner for Sokratis.

DAILY POST had reported that Stones has been linked with a move to Arsenal this month,

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“I’d be very very happy if they brought someone like John Stones to the club,” Parlour told talkSPORT.

“He would definitely play. With Calum Chambers out and Rob Holding in the background, if one of Luiz or Sokratis get injured Arsenal haven’t got a lot of back-up at centre half.

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“Would Luiz and Stones work together? Well, they’ve got Sokratis. Stones could play alongside him. He’s the better defender. Stones”

He added: “Luiz has done alright in recent weeks. He’s done better. He does make a mistake, and we’ve see that this season, but I think he’s done well.

“I think, if you’re really struggling in midfield, you could play Luiz as a holding midfielder. He can play there because he’s got that range of passing and he’s very good on the ball, he is technically very good.

“So they could play Stones and Sokratis at the back with Luiz in front of them, that could work.”

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Imo : Buhari reacts to Hope Uzodinma’s Supreme Court victory over Ihedioha

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President Muhammadu Buhari has commended Sen. Hope Uzodinma of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the Supreme Court ruling declaring him the winner of the 2019 governorship election in the State.

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DAILY POST had reported that the Supreme Court in a unanimous judgment on Tuesday sacked Emeka Ihedioha as Governor of the State and declared Hope Uzodinma winner.

It ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to withdraw the certificate of return from former Governor, Emeka Ihedioha and issue Uzodinma certificate of return as governor of the state.

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Delivering the judgment, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun said the votes due to Uzodinma and APC from 318 polling units were wrongly excluded and should be added.

Reacting, Buhari commended the Supreme Court for the ‘courage and perseverance’ to return Sen. Hope Uzodinma of the All Progressives Congress (APC) winner of the March 9, 2019 governorship election in Imo.
Buhari said: “The road to justice may be long and tortuous, but it is the best path for anyone aggrieved.

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“Under the new administration, a new journey to build a new Imo with new energy is about to begin. In this outcome, it is the people of Imo State who have emerged victorious,”NAN quoted him as saying.
He, therefore, urged Uzodinma to promote the ideals of the APC and unite the state by running an inclusive administration.

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Imo: How Yahaya Bello, Oyetola reacted to Uzodimma’s victory at Supreme Court

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Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello has congratulated the newly pronounced Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodinma on his victory at the Supreme Court.

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Bello, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Onogwu Muhammed described the apex court’s verdict as a just one.

Bello sought God’s assistance for the new Imo state Governor, even as he appealed to the people of the state to rally round Senator Uzodinma to enable him provide them the needed dividends.

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He stressed that the judgement demonstrated yet again that the judiciary remained a great arm of government that right all wrongs.

The statement read in part: “Senator Hope Uzodinma is a party man who has worked tirelessly for the success of the APC at all levels across the nooks and crannies of Nigeria

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“The progressives Governors’ Forum is glad with the new addition.

“Bello describes Uzodinma as a detribalised, just and passionate Nigerian committed to the unity and progress of the country.

“The Governor then urged the senator to be the ‘Governor’ of all irrespective of political affiliations. “With this Supreme Court Verdict, you are the governor of all the Imolites irrespective of political affiliations.”

Also, Governor Oyetola of Osun state congratulated Uzodinma, Buhari and the APC on their victory.

On his Twitter page, he wrote: “Congratulations to Imo State Governor-elect, Senator Hope Uzodinma, over his victory at the Supreme Court.

“Congratulations to President Muhammadu Buhari and the entire APC leadership for this victory.”

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