January 2023 | 4WARDWEGO

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INEC reveals fuel scarcity might hinder election processes

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned that the lack of Premium Motor Spirit, more commonly known as petrol, may hinder the movement of election supplies and poll workers with fewer than 25 days till the general election.

Mahmood Yakubu, the chairman of INEC, announced this during a meeting with the National Union of Road Transport Workers on Tuesday, January 31, in Abuja.

Yakubu stated that the commission would meet with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to discuss any problems that might arise with the delivery of logistics and manpower on election day.

Last week, the INEC said it will meet with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to address the crisis ahead of the general elections in February and March.

The nation has been grappling with prolonged petrol scarcity, which has been attributed to inadequate supply of the product by the NNPCL, the sole importer of Premium Motor Spirit.

The National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, INEC, Festus Okoye, said on Friday that the commission was prepared to resolve issues regarding logistics ahead of the polls.

Okoye said, “The issue relating to logistics, we are going to deal with it. We are going to hold a high-level meeting with the NNPCL to resolve whatever issues or challenges we have.

“We are going to solve the issues based on our own processes and procedures. We have things under control.”

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Coalition of Northern Groups condemn unwarranted killings of Pastoralist, demand full investigation

The Coalition of Northern Groups, Nasarawa State Chapter on 31st of January through a press Statement issued by Abubakar Suleiman Ogah, Coordinator, Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) Nasarawa State Chapter condemn the killing of pastoralist in Nasarawa State, Demand full investigation and restitution to victims.

Full Statement:

Concerned by the recent recklessness of Nigerian airforce that resulted in the massacre of innocent pastoralists in Nasarawa state, the Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) hereby condemns this and all other forms of extra judicial killings and the indifference of both state and federal governments to the incident with all our might.
We note that about 50 ordinary everyday peaceful members of the pastoral community were extrajudicially executed in the Ekye Development Area, Doma Local Government Area of Nasarawa state in an airstrike by a drone which we hold unacceptable.

The CNG believes that this incident coming barely six months after a similar incident in which hundreds of livestock were killed when a helicopter gunship belonging to the Nigerian Air force from the Makurdi Base Operation carried out the strike killing and wounding the animals and some herders in Awe also in Nasarawa state, is part of a wider agenda to cause anarchy and lead to greater conflict.

Despite the attempts to cover up the bloody massacre by shifting blame, the CNG finds the circumstances suspicious and deliberate since only the government has the prerogative of the use of arms including the deployment of lethal drones.

This is in addition to the fact that Nigerian air space is managed by the Federal Government through the Nigerian Airspace Management Authority (NAMA).
The CNG regrets to observe that elsewhere in countries that are sane, the killing of one person is enough to attract the attention and intervention of the government.

The CNG condemns this unwarranted killing of pastoralists who went to Makurdi, the Benue state capital to retrieve 1250 impounded cattle from the Benue Livestock guards after paying a fine of N29 million to guards.
We demand in the strongest terms that the federal government urgently investigates the circumstances of this mass murder of pastoralists, fish out the perpetrators and prosecute them.

We however appreciate the commendable intervention of the Nasarawa State Government for giving medical attention and support to survivors and the victims’ families.
We also extend condolences to the families of the deceased and the Government of Nasarawa state and demand adequate compensation for the families of the victims.

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Asake – Yoga Mp3 Download Audio

Asake – Yoga Mp3 Download Audio

YBNL Nation super star artist Asake commences the year with a mid-tempo record, “Yoga.”

Asake is minding his business as he kicks off his musical journey in 2023 with a message-filled song that revives his sound once again.

The Magicsticks-produced anthem “Yoga” serves as his debut song released after his previous album, “Mr. Money With The Vibe.”

Download Asake – Yoga Mp3 below & enjoy!

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Kcee – FINE LADY

Kcee – FINE LADY Mp3 Download Audio

Nigerian very own Popular and highly talented recording artiste, Kcee hit the music airwaves with yet another mind blowing single titled “FINE LADY” .

This well presented and amazing song will serve as Kcee latest entry for the year 2023 following his previously released song.

Finally, The new song, “FINE LADY” by Kcee was produced by hit-maker, Akaz and is available here on 4wardwego! for downloads.

Listen & Download FINE LADY Mp3 Download by Kcee Below:-

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Just In: CBN extends deadline for collection of old Naira Notes

CBN has extends deadline of collection of old Naira Notes by 10 days

Godwin Emefiele, CBN Governor In a press statement issued on Sunday, said the new deadline is February 10, 2023

However, Nigerians will still be able to deposit their old notes directly with the CBN until February 17, 2023 described as “grace period”.

Nigerians had been complaining about the inability to swap their old notes for the new designs as the January 31 deadline loomed.

Although banks are working through the weekend to swap the notes, there are widespread complaints about scarcity, with people in the rural areas the most hit.

The CBN previously said it would not extend the deadline.

However, Emefiele said on Sunday that as a result of measures put in place to ease the scarcity, President Muhammadu Buhari has given approval for the extension of deadline.

The new deadline is now February 10, 2023.

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FOOD CULTURE 0.2 is set to hold 12th February

This year’s event will feature music | Comedy | Discoveries | Networking | Business connect and lots more

*FOOD CULTURE*
A brand of
Brains Kitchen an affiliate of Brains Ijachi Foundation.

A brand specifically curved out to give you a taste of real culture, celebrate our great, tasty and wonderful delicacies and also contribute to Charity…

We are celebrating the South-East culture of Nigeria, predominantly and proudly the land of the Igbo people. *(Igbo kwenu)* Do you know that garri, abacha and Akpu are all call; Abacha 😊 hmmmm, do you know that the Onugbu leaf is medicinal and cures a lot of ailments???

*DO YOU KNOW THAT ABACHA?*

Abacha helps in strengthening bones. i.e. it makes bones strong as it contains large amounts of calcium. It is high in potassium, so it is very good for the heart and fights body cells diseases. Abacha also helps in weight loss.

100 g portion of Abacha and local salad contained 0.8 and 14.3 g crude protein, 0.5 and 13.6 g lipids, 0.7 and 3.2 g fibre, 0.7 and 6.7 g ash, yielded 358.3 and 430.4 kilocalories and can contribute 15.6 and 18.7% energy, 1.3 and 22.7% protein, 4.7 and 21.3% crude fibre, 13.3 and 51.3% iron, 13.9 and 30.3% phosphorus,

You ain’t only coming to eat, you will be trailed by great musicians and comedians to give you a relaxation ambience.

*DO YOU KNOW THAT ONUGBU?*

Bitter leaf soup or ofe onugbu is another popular Nigerian soup made with bitter leaves and cocoyam paste. This delicious Nigerian soup is packed full of flavour, hearty and quite filling too. Ofe onugnu is similar to the Cameroun.

*Health benefits*
It relieves stomach ache, . It helps prevent prostate cancer, Lowers high blood pressure, It enhances fertility, It aids in weight loss, It detoxifies the body and lots more…

There is also great business connect, networking and good hook ups😄. If you wish to sell products, goods and services contact us early enough. (08166438898)

Get your tickets ASAP to avoid queuing up come 12th Feb. 2023 @ Odilins and decoration along Jay FM radio, adjacent Fox Hotel, time: 1.30pm red carpet.

Performance by:

MC Julius, One of JTOWN finest Comedian.

MC Yazking, Prolific and hillarious Comedian

MC Chappy, Humble and mind blowing Comedian

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Adeleke rejects tribunal ruling, seeks appeal over removal as Osun Gov

Ademola Adeleke, the governor of Osun State, referred to the decision of the governorship election petitions tribunal as “a miscarriage of justice” and vowed to appeal the decision.

This was contained in a statement signed by his spokesman, Olawale Rasheed, on Friday, January 27.

The result of the July 16 Osun governorship election was thrown out by the Election Petitions Tribunal on Friday; after hearing Adegboyega Oyetola of the All Progressives Congress’ case challenging Ademola Adeleke’s victory.

The Independent National Electoral Commission did not substantially comply with the terms of the Electoral Act; according to Justice Tetsea Kume’s majority ruling.

From his country home in Ede, Adeleke criticised the tribunal’s decision to rule in favour of Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola; calling it “an unfair interpretation against the desire of the majority of voters.”

Adeleke promised to fight the decision at the Court of Appeal; while pleading with his supporters to maintain composure. He insisted he was still the legitimate victor of the July 16 election.

“I call on our people to remain calm. We will appeal the judgement and we are sure justice will be done. Let our people be reassured that we will do everything possible to retain this widely acclaimed mandate,” the governor said.

Meanwhile, President Muhammadu Buhari, on Thursday, January 26, in Katsina State, chastised the Nigerian elite for being “extremely selfish” and failing to pool their resources for the sake of their fellow residents.

Buhari said this at a luncheon after commissioning at least seven infrastructural projects executed by the Katsina State Government.

“Our elites did not put their heads together in the years past in order to move the country forward. They were very selfish. I insist that they should think of the country more than themselves,” he said.

If the elite had greater regard for the populace, according to Buhari, the condition of living in the nation would be more tolerable.

The President lamented that the past governments did not maximise the available resources for infrastructural growth when a barrel of crude oil sold for $100, recalling a supposedly golden period in world oil prices.

Comparing the pre and post-2015 when he assumed office, Buhari said, “Our elite did not put their heads together in the years past in order to move the country forward. They were very selfish.

“I insist that they should think of the country more than themselves. By doing so, they can join forces for the good of the country.”

According to him, citizens are more concerned about the results the government can provide in terms of security and the economy.

“But I can’t complain because I asked for it. I have done my best, and I hope history will be kind to me,” he said.

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CBN vows to impose stiffer sanctions on banks hoarding new naira notes

Financial institutions that are stockpiling the new naira notes will face harsher punishments, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

The threat was made by the apex bank on Wednesday, January 25; in response to the claim that not enough notes were released.

The assertion was refuted at a press conference in Jos, the Plateau state’s capital, by Musa Jimoh; the department’s director for payment system management.

Jimoh stated that the CBN had “massively delivered” the new notes to banks for use in both ATMs; and countertop dispensing.

“This is to enable quick circulation. We advise commercial banks to desist from keeping the cash away from the public or face the stiffer sanction,” he said.

According to Jimoh, the decision to redesign the naira is in line with the international convention, which states that currency notes should be updated every five years.

While reiterating that the deadline is still inviolable; the director recommended citizens deposit their old notes and collect new ones.

CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele announced on Tuesday that the January 31 deadline would not be extended at the Monetary Policy Committee meeting in Abuja.

Meanwhile, the United States (US) Government, on Wednesday, January 25, declared that people involved in undermining the electoral process in Nigeria will be slapped with visa restrictions.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, in a tweet, said his country supports Nigeria’s democratic process and desire to uphold the rule of law.

“To support Nigeria’s upcoming elections; today I am announcing visa restrictions for those involved in undermining democracy in Nigeria.

“The United States supports Nigerian aspirations to combat corruption and strengthen democracy; and the rule of law,” Blinken said.

The US Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria, in a statement shared on its website; said the visa restrictions are specific to “certain individuals;” and are not directed at the Nigerian people or the Government of Nigeria.

“Under Section 212(a)(3)C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act; these individuals will be found ineligible for visas to the United States under a policy to restrict visas of those believed to be responsible for; or complicit in, undermining democracy in Nigeria.

“Certain family members of such persons may also be subject to these restrictions. Additional persons who undermine the democratic process in Nigeria; including in the lead-up to, during; and following Nigeria’s 2023 elections—may be found ineligible for U.S. visas under this policy,” the statement read.

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Woman divorce husband, marries daughter’s boyfriend in Kano

A married woman in the Rano Local Government Area of Kano State, Malama Khadija, has dissolved her own marriage and married her daughter’s boyfriend.

The incident happened after the daughter of the woman, Aisha, rejected her suitor.

However, in their reaction, the woman’s relatives told a local Radio Station in Kano that they were; accusing the Hisbah Commandant of Rano LGA; of marrying off their daughter without their consent and; that they didn’t even know where she was.

But speaking to the Radio Station also, Malama Khadija said she was; living happily with her new husband. She added that her marriage was; not prohibited in Islam.

She explained that; after realizing that her daughter (Aisha); decided not to marry her former boyfriend, she felt that both of them should not lose him.

Khadija said with the decision, she contacted his new husband’s family for the right thing to be; done. She added that she was; as beautiful as her daughter.

“I didn’t do it with ignorance. I contacted clerics and they said it is; not prohibited in Islam. When I contacted him (the new husband), he agreed, but my parents and relatives refused to do the marriage rites. That was; why I decided to go to Hisbah and; we are happily married now.”

Khadija’s uncle, Abdullahi Musa Rano, said they refused to allow her to marry the man because she deliberately dissolved her first marriage in order to marry her daughter’s suitor who was not qualified to be her husband.

“She mounted pressure on her husband to divorce her just to marry the man. We can’t do this shameful thing in our family which was why we refused to join them in marriage. Also, we are not happy with what Hisbah did and we want them to bring out our daughter. We want the general commandant and the state government to look into the matter.”

When contacted, the Hisbah Commandant in Rano, Ustaz Nura Rano, said only the state command of the board had the right to speak on the issue.

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CBN raises interest rate to 17.5 percent

The Monetary Policy Committee of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN has voted to increase the benchmark interest rate by 100 basis points to 17.5 percent.

The CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, disclosed this while reading the communiqué of the first MPC meeting of the year on Tuesday.

This is the fifth time the Apex bank would increase the interest rate despite advice from manufacturers and some key stakeholders.

The Apex bank said previous increases were; beginning to yield results with the slight drop in the inflation rate recorded in December 2022.

However, the apex bank stressed that there was a need to keep tightening its fiscal policy.

The CBN keeps the asymmetric corridor at +100/-700 basis points around the MPR.

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The CBN also retained the CRR at 32.5 percent while the liquidity ratio was kept at 30 percent.

The apex bank had increased the MPR from 11.5 percent earlier last year to 16.5 percent across four consecutive rate hikes in 2022.