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Stop using fake CSOs to blackmail us, you’re the land grabber – Ajiran Community tells Monarch
Recently, a malicious article was featured in Leadership Newspaper of Tuesday April 18, 2023 and some online stables. The manifestly sponsored but vacuous statement by an amorphous group was a lame attempt to reinvent the wheels of truth and turn the hunter into the hunted. Standing truth on its head, the authors hiding under the banner of a nebulous Civil Society organization, attempts to turn legitimate demands by genuinely aggrieved community leaders and youths into something despicable. The series of Press campaigns in various news media is not worth the paper it was scribbled on and is ordinarily not deserving of a response except that ignoring such shenanigans from paid agents of propaganda will only serve to fan the ember of deliberate misinformation and outright mischief. A cursory peek at the profile, antecedents and mandate of Centre for Human and Socio-economic Rights (CHSR), the group acting as the agent of HRH Oba Akinloye and his sidekick, Alhaji Yekeni Bakare will reveal that it is a group of mercenary ready to lend itself to the highest bidder.
What were the issues that prompted a certain ‘Comrade’ Alex Omotehinse to convoke Civil Society Stakeholders Press Conference to express ‘deep concerns over the continuous threats to public peace as a consequence of the unlawful activities of land grabbers in Ojomu Community otherwise referred to Ajiran Land in the Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State’? It is difficult to wrap one’s head around the Comrade’s logic, but let us attempt to summarize his grouse against the youths and people of Ajiran/Ojomu land. He opines, rather strenuously, that the intervention of Civil Society Stakeholders has become imperative to put an end to reckless abuse of human rights, malicious disobedience of constituted authorities as well as brazen disregard for the laws of Lagos State.
In the ‘Comrade’ Omotehinse’s gaudy moral throne from where he dishes out judgement, all the residents of Ojomu land are to be condemned to eternal damnation for demanding probity, accountability and preservation of a common heritage.
Such depravity and lack of moral rectitude is the exact reason why the article was aptly described as the ranting of a desperado, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing. The whole scheme that warrants this write up is an archetypal propaganda/image laundry venture. Joseph Goebbels was a Nazi propaganda Chief who popularized the “big lie” theory.
He was famously quoted to have said that “if you tell a lie big enough and keep repeating it, people will eventually come to believe it”. Our “Comrade” is evidently an ardent fan of Hitler and his creeds. That Kabiyesi or any of his subject or in deed any member of Ajiran/Ojomu land was threatened physically or psychologically is a big lie from the pit of hell. To say that the community’s peace has been undermined by land grabbers is even a bigger lie. In reality, the media and press statement only succeeded in achieving the exact opposite of what it set out to achieve.
Some basic facts need restating. The land in question belongs to the indigenous people of Ajiran. It is a communal Land (Ojomu Chieftaincy Family Land) held and administered in trust for the whole family. As has been the practice from the days of our forebears, the community has lawyers appointed to handle all land matters, in a fair and transparent manner, for the benefit of the Ajiran/Ijomu Community.
Contrary to what they would have you believe, the Youths, led by Ojomu Youth Forum President, Tajudeen Ahmed, have been at the forefront of maintaining the peace and tranquility of our community. The underhand tactics of Oba Akinloye and Alhaji Bakare have set the duo against the community. The recent Press briefings and media war is simply the voice of Jacob and the hand of Esau. The Oba and his cohort have simply recruited mercenaries to blackmail the Youths Forum for daring to challenge their fraudulent activities. At the height of the brewing crisis in Ajiran/Ojomu Land is Oba Akinloye’s insistent on appropriating the entire Ojomu Chieftaincy land form himself and his cronies.
We will cite few instances to showcase this level of greed and desperation.
There were initially five signatories to all land Deeds of the Ojomu Family. Upon the demise of three of them and their subsequent replacement by their families, the duo of Oba Akinloye and Alhaji Bakare have insisted on being the only two individuals to execute documents on behalf of the family. The sale of the family land in conducted in an opaque manner such that a significant portion of our patrimony has been sold by the greedy duo without any account made to the family. Despite the Billions of Naira made from sale of family land, there is no development in Ajiran Land.
Every benefit that is supposed to accrue to the Community is cornered by Oba Akinloye and Alhaji Bakare, either for themselves or their biological children. Mr Jide Akinloye the son of Oba Akinloye represented Eti Osa Federal Constituency for 8 years and there is practically no developmental project that can be traced to him.
In several letters written to the Governor and other governmental agencies the Community has consistently frowned at the subterranean attempt by the traditional ruler and his ally to change legal representatives for the purpose of all Deeds of Assignment of portions of land forming part of our communal Land (Ojomu Chieftaincy Family Land). Instructively, the two lawyers recommended by the traditional Ruler were members of his immediate family and that of his ally Alhaji Yekeni Bakare. The Kabiyesi has attempted to change the lawyers appointed by the Family to his son, Mr. Jide Akinloye of Akinloye and Associates and Mrs Lateefat Haleem-Bakare of Rosewood Legal, the daughter in law of his ally, Alh. Yekini Bakare.
The community has made it clear to the Oba that act of unilaterally removing the family lawyer and replacing them with his son and the daughter-in law of his co-conspirator, Alhaji Bakare ‘unfair, immoral and illegal’. Sensing it as a plot to deny them of their common patrimony, the community threatened to approach the court if the decision was not reversed.
There are sacred facts to show that the traditional ruler has an incurable propensity at expropriating the family land for his selfish interests and only gaslighting the public to deflect attention away from his shameful conduct. His real intention is to convert communal land to personal property.
The Kabiyesi has infact made several allegations against indigenes of the Ajiran Community and the Ojomu Family to the Police. At each of the times he and his ally chickened out when it was time to present evidence in support of their allegations.
In the face of the above hard and irrefutable facts, it is vacuous for any paid agent to adorn the traditional ruler in roses and question the community’s right to defend their common patrimony and heritage. The Youth Forum led Tajudeen Ahmed has the mandate of the community to raise questions regarding the greed and blatant stealing of collective patrimony that the Oba and his ally have engaged in.
The wicked runs when no one pursues him. There really is no need for anyone to engage in preemptive and offensive propaganda if there was no skeleton to hide. We are compelled at this juncture to advise the Oba to act his role as the custodian of our culture and value and leave land speculation to those suited for it. It is the sick that needs a physician.
It is Oba Akinloye and Alhaji Yekini Bakare that are the land grabbers not Tajudeen Ahmed, not members of the Ojomu Youth Forum and not the teeming members of the Ojomu Family whose patrimony the greedy duo of Oba Akinloye and Alhaji Yekini Bakare have attempted to transfer to their own biological children
Wasiu Yekini
Secretary, Ojomu Youth Forum and the Concerned Indigenes of Ajiran Land.
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Spark News honours Gov Aiyedatiwa, Barau, Kalu, Hanga as Best Performing Governor, Senators
The Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has been named Spark News Daily’s Best Performing Governor for 2024.
The Deputy Senate President, Barau I. Jibrin (Kano North) Senator Orji Uzor Kalu (Abia North) and Senator Rufai Sani Hanga (Kano Central) were also named the Best Performing Senators.
Rising from its first quarterly consultative meeting with editorial board members, staff and associates, the management of Spark Media & Entertainment Ventures, the publisher of Spark News Daily – Nigeria’s most sought-after online newspaper, honoured these prominent Nigerians for their sterling performances in their respective offices.
A statement by Prevail Inegbenose, the Editor-in-Chief of Spark News Daily, on Wednesday 12th February, 2025 and made available to newsmen in Abuja, stated that the versatile Ondo governor was selected after a painstaking review and consideration of his achievements in 2024.
According to the statement, Gov Aiyedatiwa stood out among others with his leadership style, infrastructural developments as well as the massive transformations the Sunshine State had experienced since his assumption of office.
The statement further stated that the varied on-going projects in the State, particularly road constructions, educational revamps and investment in agriculture are clear indications that the governor is on a mission to make Ondo an enviable state among the states of the Federation.
“From 27 December 2023, when he was sworn-in as the governor of Ondo State to the time he was re-elected, up to this day, Gov Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has brought infrastructure and human capital development to the state”.
The governor’s proactive initiatives have positioned Ondo State as an emerging and attracting investment hotspot.
Meanwhile, the Aiyedatiwa-led administration has cultivated a peaceful environment where both residents and businesses can thrive securely.
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Akwa Ibom Federal Lawmaker, Jimbo boasts of massive constituency projects as first timer to the House of Representatives [See Lists]
A first time Nigeria House of Representatives member, Honourable Clement Jimbo has boasted that he empowered his constituents with a TIPPER to set an empowerment standard in Nigeria.
Jimbo disclosed this on Tuesday in a chat with selected journalists at his National Assembly‘s office in Abuja.
Rep Jimbo who is representing Abak/Etim Ekpo/Ika Federal Constituency in the 10th Assembly said since the history of political empowerment in Nigeria, no politician; President, Governor, Senator, Honourable Members or whoever has given a Tipper to his/or constituents as a result of empowerment.
“I donated a Tipper to “Tipper Loaders Association” in my Constituency in fulfillment to my campaign promises to them. During my campaign, I told them if you support me and i win my election I will make you Tipper owners instead of you to remain loaders and that was what we did in December last year.
“And I equally check it was the first time ever such an empowerment was carried out in the history of Nigeria political empowerment. No Parliamentarian, no governor, no president in the history of empowerment has ever given a Tipper to Constituents Literally that gesture just elevated those who were just loading Tipper to been the owners. Take it or leave it from that moment their standard of living has change and the joy of been a Tipper owners has overwhelmed them, I am happy about .that,” he boasted.
However, Jimbo noted that, none of his predecessors has achieved in four or eight years what he has achieved in less than two years in terms of empowerment and representation.
He also expressed optimism that his bill on the Establishment of the National Commission for Technology Transfer, Acquisition, and Promotion will be passed for third reading in the House and receive assent from the President. Adding that the bill was born out of patriotism to help ramp up the solid minerals of Nigeria and add value to our raw materials.
Rep Jimbo insisted that the bill will add to our GDP and reduce our unemployment rate as well as other beautiful advantages for Nigeria.
“If you look at the Super powers, America, China, Germany, Canada and others, it clearly underscores the essence of the bill. So, I am not worried that the house committee on science and technology is yet to report back to the house for further legislation after a public hearing in December. They are still working on it-remember it has been 2025 budget defence all this while and until the budget is finally pass the committee won’t have chance for other matters
“ As a country you must have what you need to bargain what you want.The core value of the bill was to leverage on our huge population to attract what we do not have to further add value to our raw materials.
“I think the committee on science and technology will do the needful looking at the merits of the bill.”
On the bill to Establish Federal University of Agriculture, Abak, Akwa Ibom which scaled second reading on the floor of the senate, Jimbo commended the senate and particularly the sponsor of the bill.
Reacting to the jack up of the 2025 budget from the initial N49.7trillion to N54.2trilion by the executive, he said it was a pen staking work of the parliamentarians to make sure every development component was captured in the budget and coupled with complaints from the MDAs of inadequate provisions of their 2025 appropriation.
The vice chairman house committee on National Planning and Economy Development said his committee in conjunction with Finance and Appropriation looked at the merits and demerits of the complaints by the MDAs and advised the executive to give attention to grey areas as contained in the complaints. That he said gave birth to the jack up of the 2025 budget.
BELOW ARE SOME ACHIEVEMENTS OF REP. CLEMENT JIMBO AS A FEDERAL LAWMAKER IN LESS THAN TWO YEARS
BILLS
1. A Bill for an act to establish Federal School of Medical Laboratory Science, Midim, Abak Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State. (Passed in the House)
2. A Bill for an act to establish National Commission for Technology Transfer. (Passed 2nd reading)
MOTIONS
1. Motion calling on the FG to construct Obiobom Community Collapsed Bridge, Abak Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State.
2. Motion for Amendment of 2014 Pension Act.
3. Motion calling on FG to end food insufficiency through Mechanized farming
4. Motion to curtail incessant arrest and detention of journalists in Nigeria.
5. Motion mandating the Inspector General of Police to aide the release of abducted Akwa Ibom State prospective corp members in Zamfara State.
6. Motion mandating the Executive Arm of Government to comply with section 11(1) b of Fiscal Responsibility Act 2007
7. Motion for inclusion of Odukpani-Itu road project in 2025 Appropriation and ensure adequate budgetary provision.
8. Motion for Federal Government to wade into Nkari Communal crisis to restore and maintain peace in the area.
PETITIONS
1. Petitioning of Nigerian Army to pay Compensation to Ibagwa communities land owners.
2. Petitioning of Nigerian Army to release Mfonma Mfon Effiong who was illegally detained in their Barrack.
3. Petitioning of Nigeria Police Force to reinstate one of his constituents, Imo Jackson who was unlawfully dismissed from NPF.
4. Petitioning of Nigerian Army for reinstatement of Mr. Udoekong Inibehe who was unlawfully dismissed from Army.
5. Petition against Discrimination, Victimization and Wrongful Disengagement of Mr. Simon Archibong from service by Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) and also call for his reinstatement.
TRAINING/EMPOWERMENT & DISTRIBUTION OF PALLIATIVE
1. Training of 75 Youths on ICT and also empowered them with HP Laptops.
2. Training of 31 Female Youths on Cosmetology and provision of start up grants.
3. Empowerment of 31 constituents with hair dryers and start up grants.
4. Empowerment of 31 constituents with sewing machines and start up grants.
5. Training of 200 youths on Silk Plastering and empowering them with starter pack.
6. Empowerment of four constituents with four first grade Toyota Camry Cars.
7. Distribution of grains as palliatives which includes:
(a) 50 bags of 50kg rice.
(b) 4,500 bags of 10kg rice.
8. Empowerment of 93 Women with 50,000 business grants in Abak/Etim Ekpo/Ika Federal Constituency
9. Free premium motor spirit distribution to motorist in Abak, Etim Ekpo & Ika Federal Constituency.
10. Distribution of 300 bags of 10kg rice, 300 bags of 10kg garri, 300 bags of 10kg beans, 30 cartons of vegetable oil, 40 cartons of tin tomato, 40 cartons of seasoning, 2 pieces of blankets and 200 pieces of blankets to Flood victims in his constituency.
11. Human Capacity Development Training/Empowerment of 250 Women and Youths in Abak/Etim Ekpo/Ika Federal Constituency.
12. Empowered Abak Tipper Loaders Association with a Tipper
13. Empowered a Cobbler with half a million naira to support his shoe making business.
FACILITATION OF PERSONABLE JOBS
Federal Government jobs has been facilitated for his Constituents in the following Federal Government Agencies:
1. Nigerian Navy.
2. Nigerian Army
3. Nigeria Police Force.
4. Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Corps.
5. Federal Civil Service.
6. Federal Capital Territory Administration.
CONSTITUENCY PROJECTS
1. Completion of Abak Village TowwaPHall.
2. Grading of Ediene Abak – Etinan 8.10km road.
3. Installation of hundreds of solar powered street lights in Ediene Abak and Premium FM Avenue, Utu Abak.
4. Solar Powered Borehole, Ikot Oku Ubara, Ediene, Abak Local Government Area.
5. A Block of Six Classrooms at Government Primary School, Ibanang, Ediene, Abak Local Government Area.
6. Solar Powered Borehole, Eka Offiong, Etim Ekpo Local Government Area.
7. A Block of Six Classrooms at Qua Iboe Church Town School, Uruk Ata 2, Etim Ekpo Local Government Area.
8. Solar Powered Borehole at Ikot Abara Village, Ika Local Government Area.
9. A Block of Six Classrooms at Primary School, Ikot Inyang Village, Ika Local Government Area.
10. Installation of solar powered street lights in rural communities of Abak/Etim Ekpo/Ika Federal Constituency.
11. Grading of roads in Etim Ekpo Local Government Area.
EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAMMES
1. Distribution of 100 carton of chalks.
2. Free distribution of 2,500 school bags to pupils in public Schools in Abak/Etim Ekpo/Ika Federal Constituency.
3. Distribution of 20,000 copies of exercise books.
4. Payment of 50,000 Bursary each to 80 Students of Abak/Etim Ekpo/Ika Federal Constituency in Tertiary Institutions.
5. Purchased of 80 JAMB forms to prospective candidates and sponsorship of free JAMB classes.
6. Scholarship award to Abak Federal Constituency International and Local Students.
FREE MEDICAL OUTREACH
Free medical treatment/ surgery and distribution of medicines to over 2,500 constituents in Abak, Etim Ekpo and Ika Federal Constituency.
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Amangwu Day Celebrations 2024: Launch of Exclusive Line of Branded Amangwu Day 2024 Merchandise
The highly anticipated Amangwu Day Celebrations 2024 is fast approaching, bringing with it a special cultural festival of love, unity and development and the official commissioning of the Amangwu Townhall Project.
In preparation for this monumental event, the Central Planning Committee (CPC) has launched an exclusive line of branded merchandise, including customized t-shirts, caps, hoodies, and tracksuits, among others to promote the Amangwu brand and generate excitement for the Amangwu Day Cultural festival.
In a statement from the CPC Chairman, Amb. Sunday Chibuzo Okereke, the committee warmly invites all Umu-Amangwu, as well as friends of Amangwu and Arochukwu Kingdom, to embrace the spirit of unity, love and cultural pride by sporting these materials as casual wear during this festive season and beyond. These items, available for all, serve as a symbol of solidarity and love for both humanity and community, especially during this Christmas season in celebration of Amangwu Day.
The Amangwu Day Cultural Festival of love, unity and development promises to be a remarkable gathering, celebrating Amangwu’s rich cultural heritage and communal spirit. This year’s event will culminate with the Love Feast Commemorative Ceremony and the long-awaited commissioning of the Amangwu Townhall, a landmark project that reflects the growth and aspirations of the Amangwu people and community.
The Event is Scheduled as follows:
Date: 29th December 2024
Time: 12:00 PM
Venue: Amangwu TownHall Grounds, Amangwu, Arochukwu, Abia State of Nigeria
The CPC looks forward to welcoming all Umu-Amangwu, special guests, and friends from across Arochukwu Kingdom and beyond to join in this joyous occasion. It is an invitation to celebrate not only the cultural richness of Amangwu but also the unbreakable bonds that unite our people, now and for generations to come.
God bless and Prosper Amangwu.
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