Monday 14 September 2020

EDO2020: INEC Meeting with Stake Holders in Edo State - Interview with Peter Aguebor


 AHEAD OF EDO GUBERNATORIAL ELECTION: INEC Chairman Professor Mahmood Yakubu interface with election stakeholders. 


The event held  at Oba Akenzua cultural centre, Benin city, had in attendance major election stakeholders which include leaders of  political parties and her candidates, Security personnel, NOA, CSOs/NGOs, Religious leaders, International and Domestic observers, Media and representatives from the palace of His Royal Majesty, Omo N’ Oba N ‘Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare Il, Oba of Benin. 


The INEC chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu in his speech said Card readers for the Edo governorship election have been configured and received, non-sensitive materials received, Personal Protective Equipments (PPE) for INEC officials have been received in the state, INEC  officials trained and voters register given to the political parties. Mahmood assured the stakeholders that sensitive materials would be deployed as scheduled, adding that card readers will be used during the election while the face recognition feature of the ZPad will not be utilised for this election. Furthermore, the INEC Chairman solicits the corporation of all stakeholders so as to  achieving a free, fair, and credible election cum September 19.


Similarly, the Inspector General of police, Mohammed Adamu assured the citizens of adequate policing ahead of the Edo State governorship election. 


In an interview with the Executive Director of MiND Initiative, Peter Aguebor,  he expressed concerns over COVID-19  prevention compliance on election day and encouraged Edo voters to turn out in their numbers in September 19, 2020 to peacefully exercise their civic rights.

Monday 7 September 2020

#itsapleasure - Peace by LUCY BBNaija2020

 The Ongoing Big Brother Naija(BBNaija) 2020 had exclusive eviction series last night as a Female Housemate called Lucy was evicted, she left immediately Big Brother made the announcement that she has been evicted without hugs or expectation of any form of sympathy from Fellow Housemates, all she did was the peace sign, and saying alongside it was a pleasure. While after exiting the room on her way out she crowned it with Abegi, 

Don Jazzy - A music Producer icon and Owner of Mavin Record Label said "That Lucy’s exit has to go down in history as a fucking classic exit of all time o #bbnaija"

and also promised to buy the shirt "it was a pleasure" if produces but must be quality


 

Friday 21 August 2020

EDO 2020: The Edo Gubernatorial Election Candidate of the Action Democratic Party 2020 (ADP) IBOI E. Lucky - The Mandate

 In the Recent Live broadcast on a Date with the Candidate, The Gubernatorial Candidate of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) - Mr IBOI Lucky made some revelations on how he has contributed immensely to the Edo Community taking the University of Benin as a Point of Reference, where he graduated from as then President of the Computer Students Association Department, He made mentioned that he and his team saw the Need for the students to have a Digital Park in the School Premises, which they achieved even with the little amount in the Association Account, but had to device other means to generate funds to make the dream a reality without  tasking the students. 

He also made mentioned that his mandate would also encourage the Integration of Youth, Women, and People with Disabilities into his government as he is ready to work with people who believes in delivering good governance to the People of Edo State, HE said No one would be left out from his administration.

A Housing Project was also mentioned as one of his Mandates, to All Edo Civil Servants in Benin City, which he said was one of his major Project in encouraging qualitative services among the Edo Civil Servants. He believes Edo People deserve Better and He desire to give them the Best,






To Watch the Live Broadcast. CLICK HERE

Monday 17 August 2020

Tacha and Scream Awards

 The Scream Awards was held online with various personalities in different categories, it was a great event and the highlight of the event was when one the Ex BB Naija Housemates Tacha won three different Awards in different categories which are 

1. Social Media Influencer

2. Fashion Brand of the year (Label & Retail)

3. Brand Influencer of the year

Titans ( Fans of Tacha) could not hide their joy as they went all out on twitter to celebrate the laudable achievement of their celebrity.


Pics of the Awards: 

Sunday 16 August 2020

Maerskline Stardelhorn the largest sea vessel to dock in Onne Port, Rivers State, Nigeria

The Nigerian Ports Authority is pleased to announce the successful berthing of the biggest Container vessel to ever call at any Nigerian port.


The Maerskline Stardelhorn vessel with Length overall of 300 metres, width of 48 metres was received at the Federal Ocean Terminal (FOT), Onne in Rivers State at 1620 hours on Saturday, August 15, 2020.The vessel, which has a capacity of 9,971(TEUs) is a flagship from Singapore. 



INNOSON MOTORS recieved Cars Order from S/Leone after been Rejected by NASS lawmakers

 I received order for $4.7m cars from S/Leone after NASS lawmakers rejected my vehicles– Innoson READ MORE



Saturday 15 August 2020

20 million Naira license Fee for Betting, Lottery Pool Operators in Lagos State.

 This was disclosed yesterday as the Bill, entitled; “Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority Bill Arrangement Of Sections” went through a public hearing at the State House of Assembly.

The Bill States "“before a license is granted to an operator, the Authority shall be satisfied that the applicant is a registered company in Nigeria with a minimum share capital of N20,000,000 (Twenty Million Naira) or as may be directed by the Authority.” To Read More

 

Thursday 13 August 2020

Its A GOOD TIME for Davido - 1 Billion Streams

Davido  "A Good Time " Album reaches a billion stream. Congrats to Davido on this massive fit in the Entertainment Industry


Who is Davido?

David Adedeji Adeleke, who is better known as Davido, is an American-born Nigerian singer, songwriter and record producer. Davido was born in Atlanta, US, and raised in Lagos; he made his music debut as a member of the music group KB International. READ MORE



Wednesday 12 August 2020

WAR in the Camp of Fraudsters

 Reports from the Official Website of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission official Twitter  Handle -

EFCC Arrests  3 Corps Members, 19 Undergraduates, 10 Others for Alleged Internet Fraud  


The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibadan Zonal Office, on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, arrested 32  "Yahoo boys"  for alleged involvement in internet fraud.

The suspects were apprehended during a raid on their hideout in Ogbomoso, Oyo State. Officers of the EFCC swept on the location,  after diligent analysis of series of intelligence gathered on their alleged criminal activities. FOR MORE INFO


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A Greats US Envoy to Nigeria Passed On

 According to Onye Nkuzi in His Words - Walter Carrington, an African-American who took part in the Civil Rights movement in the US, was an activist at heart.


He wasn't a mere diplomat, he took interest in Nigeria and the Nigerian people.


There hasn't been a US ambassador like him, ever since.


May he RIP.

EDO STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY - Speakers Intervene

 Edo Assembly: 

We Must Save This Democracy.


On behalf of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures in Nigeria , Rt Hon. mudashiru Obasa stated on his Twitter handle that " we condemn the recent siege on the Edo State House of Assembly by men suspected to be loyal to governor of the State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki.

We are particularly not happy with the way the roof of the State House of Assembly was removed and we see it as an injury to Nigeria's democracy and this must be condemned by all well-meaning Nigerians.

We, the Speakers of State Legislatures in the country describe the brazen manner the suspected political thugs took over the Assembly, removed the roof and broke the symbolic mace, which were all captured in a recorded video, as sheer recklessness.

The Conference thinks the state government headed by Obaseki is autocratic and dictatorial in this regard and whatever defence the latter has for the action does not 'hold any water'.

Edo is sheer recklessness and a proof of dictatorship for a governor who is supposed to be the head of the executive arm of government to decide to take charge of another arm through questionable means like it happened in Edo

There were reports linking the removal of the roof and offloading of gravel to the complex to purported plans by the government to renovate the Assembly but we think this is an afterthought.

We wonder how the idea to renovate the Assembly suddenly came up just weeks to governorship election in the State and in such manner creating mockery of the electioneering process and democracy.

Why is the government just realising the need for this renovation at the twilight of the administration tool what happens to the building if the Governor does not return?

What happens if the next administration does not take that direction?

We also question the role played by the Commissioner of Police in the entire drama and we are of the view that he allowed himself be used as a tool

to perpetrate an attack on democracy in the way the attack/drama panned out at the Assembly complex in the state.


While strongly warning the governor and those participating in the electoral process in the state to desist from doing anything that would affect the smooth running  of Edo House of Assembly, we remind Obaseki that the removal of Assembly roof does not stop the lawmakers from sitting and carrying out the needed functions of the legislative arm of government.

The Pandemic Can't Stop us from Working in Delta State - Gov. Okowa

 Governor Ifeanyi Okowa emphasized that despite the effects of the #COVID19 pandemic on global economies, his administration has continued to deliver on its projects due to prudent fiscal planning and discipline.

Governor Okowa stated this while fielding questions from newsmen shortly after inspecting the level of work in Section C of Ughelli-Asaba road dualisation and DBS and Isho roads, Ubulu-Uku, Aniocha South LGA.


“The state government has been able to ensure that contractors continue their work on site despite the harsh effects of the pandemic. We have been able to do this due to our fiscal discipline and the re-adjustment of work plans,” Governor Okowa said.

The Delivery of a New Type of Facemask in Edo State

 Just as the Election draw near, the DG APC UK for POI campaign made it public through its official twitter handle that [APC UK CARGO ARRIVES IN EDO]


"The international courier has confirmed delivery in Benin, Edo State, APC UK face masks designed & made in London, UK. Members on ground will distribute in all 24 LGAs"

Tuesday 11 August 2020

A Date with the Candidate

 As the Edo Gubernatorial Election draw near,the tension and Campaign among all Political Parties with Governorship increases as they keep combing the Nooks and cranny of the city. In line with this action, MiND INITIATIVE is organizing an educative, interactive program between the Candidates and their Voters - tagged "A DATE WITH THE CANDIDATE" which would be a live Online broadcast on facebook and other platforms.

The Candidates which are to be on the Broadcast are 4 candidates from ADP, APC, LP and PDP arranged in Alphabetical Order.

The program commences on 12th July,2020. Get to know your Candidate Better . Time : 1pm - 2pm

You can Watch Online on the Official Mind Initiative Facebook Page @mindinitiativeng or on Twitter @mindinitiative_

Tuesday 7 July 2020

Zoom and Microsoft Join Hong Kong Data Pause

Microsoft and Zoom have said they will not process data requests made by the Hong Kong authorities while they take stock of a new security law.

They follow Facebook, Google, Twitter and the chat app Telegram, which had already announced similar "pauses" in compliance over the past two days.

China passed the law on 30 June , criminalising acts that support independence, making it easier to punish protesters



cc: BBC NEW


A Fashion Designer calling out Kylie Jennner




What is your take on this?

IDK appreciates Eminem and Royce

Wow.... Eminem has been a Role model to so many in the Rap Industry, which was recently confirmed by @idk on his twitter handle where he made mention of @eminem and Royce been a major force in his Rap Game. Bigups to IDK on that.

Rapper T.I calls out 50cent Alongside Eminem and Dr. DRE

Note All Handles are Instagram.

@troubleman31 (T.I) calls out @50cent ( 50 Cent) on a battle, don't know if Fifty would be honouring such invite though. T.I also made mention of @eminem ( EMINEM) and @drdre (DR. DRE) to come alongside if they wish to.  What is your candid opinion on this?