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Five persons who have been masquerading as soldiers have been arrested by 9 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Ikeja Cantonment, Lagos.

The suspects who were handed over to the Police for further investigation and prosecution, yesterday, were reportedly apprehended on separate occasions at Ojodu Berger, Ikorodu, Ogba, and Ikeja areas of Lagos.

The suspects, identified as Johnson Ayemoba, Salami Olamilekan, Mumammed Bilyaminu, Abijo Taofeek, and Adewale Quadri, according to the Director of Public Relations for the 9 Brigade, Major Augustine Kolawole, were captured during a routine patrol conducted by the Brigade.

 

One of the impersonators, 32-year-old Johnson Ayemoba, was found dressed in full military camouflage, with a photograph of himself wearing the military uniform.

 

During interrogation, Ayemoba claimed that a friend gave him the uniform.

 

He said, “I work as a bouncer and provide security at event places like Ikeja, Lekki, and Victoria Island. I obtained the uniform from my friend, Tiger. My arrest occurred in Ikeja while I was not wearing the uniform but in civilian attire. I took this picture during my birthday.”

 

For Olamilekan, he explained that he wore it to escort vehicles within and outside Lagos, adding that he acquired the uniform from a man he gave his name simply as Tiger, who was introduced to him by the first suspect.

 

While briefing journalists on the arrest, Major Kolawole, said “These impostors had been presenting themselves as soldiers of the Nigerian Army, causing disturbances, engaging in theft through deception, and at times, resorting to violence while using military uniforms and equipment. These actions, along with those of other impostors still at large, have severely tarnished the reputation of the Nigerian Army among law-abiding citizens.

 

“For the record, Headquarters 9 Brigade Nigerian Army under the command of Brigadier General Adegoke Adetuyi will continue to ensure that troops deployed on Internal Security duties operate professionally within the purview of the law. This Headquarters will continue to uphold the Nigerian Army Code of Conduct, ethics, core values, and soldiers’ creed, hence, it will never encourage or tolerate the engagement of troops in any act that will hurt law-abiding citizens they are meant to protect.

 

We, therefore, appeal to law-abiding citizens to be wary of such impostors parading themselves as soldiers and mounting illegal roadblocks in some parts of Lagos state.

We also request Lagosians to report any suspicious act by unauthorized men in military uniforms to the appropriate authority in order not to fall victim to their dastardly acts”.

 

Major Kolawole expressed optimism that the police investigation and subsequent prosecution would send a strong warning to other criminals within the 9 Brigade’s Area of Responsibility and the nation as a whole.

 

He further warned members of the public to desist from the use of Army stickers, placement of camouflage jungle hats on vehicle dashboards, and the display of other military insignia or accouterments on private vehicles, “as well as wearing military uniforms for fashion purposes. They are illegal. Anyone caught engaging in these violations may face prosecution for impersonation.”

 

Recall that the Lagos State Police Command recently arrested and paraded impostors in military uniforms who confessed to being responsible for the murder of an aide to Senator Adela Yayi representing Ogun State, Adeniji Sanni, last month

 

 

 

By Flowerbudnews

Enugu:  Gov. Peter Mbah says Enugu State
Government has concluded plans to bolster the livestock industry through the creation of Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones within the state.

Mbah revealed this during an address at Veterinary Medicine Alumni Homecoming and 1st Faculty Lecture Series titled: Amb Ogbonnaya Nduaka Inaugural Lecture at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) on Saturday.

Dr Ejike Oji, President of Dr Ejike Oji Community Development
Foundation, delivered the first lecture series on behalf of Amb.
Ogbonnaya Nduaka family.

The governor, who was represented by the State Epidemiologist, Dr
Cosmas Omeh, said that the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones
would be established in each of the three senatorial districts of the state.

According to him, these zones will serve as strategic hubs for poultry and other livestock production, processing, and value addition; thus,
providing an enabling environment for increased productivity,
technological advancements, and market access.

“By establishing these Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones, the
government aims to unlock the immense potential of our poultry and livestock industry, attract investments and promote job creation.

“These zones will facilitate the integration of various value chain
actors, including farmers, processors, distributors, and exporters, fostering collaboration and synergy among stakeholders for mutual
growth and prosperity,” he said.

Mbah said that in addition to the establishment of the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones, the government is already
implementing a comprehensive package of initiatives to uplift the
poultry and livestock sector.

“These include access to affordable financing, improved veterinary
services, capacity-building programmes, and the promotion of research
and innovation as-well-as actively working to address challenges such as disease control, market access, and development of efficient supply chains,” he said.

The governor also announced that Enugu State is currently rated among the top three poultry-producing states in Nigeria.

“This accomplishment is a testament to the resilience and hard work of our veterinary services, poultry and livestock farmers, who have consistently demonstrated their dedication to excellence and quality.

“The government recognises their invaluable contributions and is
committed to providing them with the necessary support, infrastructure, and resources to thrive in an increasingly competitive market,” he said.

The governor urged the faculty of veterinary medicine and livestock
experts, academics, and policy-makers to join hands with the
government and work together to unlock the livestock industry’s full
potential.

Earlier, the Vice-Chancellor of UNN, Prof Charles Igwe, challenged
various alumni at faulty and department levels in the institution on
the need to give back to the society through investment and helping to uplift academic standard.

Igwe, who was represented by Prof Pat Okpoko, Deputy Vice-Chancellor,
Administration, commended the alumni for the home-coming event that
would enable them know the state of infrastructural development in
their alma mater.

He pledged to give the alumni the necessary cooperation to enable the university to access whatever funds the alumni would attract
nationally and internationally as well as use the same fund
judiciously for verifiable landmark projects.

“Best-ranking universities in the world like Oxford, Cambridge and Harvard among others are funded and equipped more by their alumni,” he said. (Flowerbudnews)

 

 

By Flowerbudnews

Enugu: A renowned public health physician, Dr Ejike Oji, has warned youths against the dangers of hurry migration, locally known as Japa, leading many to inhuman and health-risky jobs overseas.

Oji, who is the Chairman Management Committee, Association for the Advancement of Family Planning (AAFP), gave the warning while delivering Amb. Ogbonnaya Nduaka Inaugural Lecture at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) on Saturday.

The lecture was delivered at Veterinary Medicine Alumni Homecoming and first Faculty Lecture Series titled: Amb. Ogbonnaya Nduaka Inaugural Lecture.

Oji noted that although it is not advisable to stop people going to places to seek greener pastures; however, youths must get equipped and upgrade themselves.

He noted that the upgrade would come in terms of getting qualified as a professional in a field of study or being a highly qualified tradesman or tradeswoman.

 

“So, one should get himself equipped as a global citizen through getting himself the global required skill set and pre-requisite professional qualification to be at par with the citizens of the country you are migrating to or better still be higher than them.

“Do not be in a hurry without adequate planning, or that somebody just bought you a flight ticket and a visa and your next plan is to seek a job without any form of professional or artisan/craftsman training and its pre-requisite qualification.

 

“In many countries, their system is highly regulated and coordinated so that you do not just come and get accepted easily and at times you spend many years to get their own qualifications to qualify and get accommodated in their system.

“So, for one not to suffer for many years under inhuman work conditions, livelihood and job that exposes one to various health risks.

 

“Our youths should work hard here and prepare to meet not only local but international standards,” he said.

The expert urged youths to look for a mentor to attach themselves to as well as learn and tap from their vast experience and avoid mistakes.

 

“Our youths should also unlearn some unprofitable ways that bring failure and shame but learn things that are profitable and dignifying.

“This is the only way we can replicate our successes and continue to have Nigerians that will uphold legacies of positivism and forthrightness within the society,” he said.

 

Oji, President of Dr Ejike Oji Community Development Foundation, described Amb. Ogbonnaya Nduaka, a foremost lecturer in the faculty, as an epitome of hard work, transparency, honesty and humility.

 

The guest lecturer said that Nduaka touched all facets of life, which included: academic, research, technocracy, diplomatic mission and societal/community leadership during his lifetime.

 

“Nduaka during his gracious lifetime made a tremendous impact in the lives of people around him and all persons that came in contact with him.

 

“This faculty cannot quantify his immense contributions as a lecturer and researcher as well as technocrat in shaping the veterinary profession within the country,” he said.

 

Oji said that his foundation was already putting five million Nigeria women in one database and using tech-soft-skills to empower them, which would change their lives for the better and impact millions of families in the country.

 

The Keynote Speaker, Emeritus Prof. Silva Anika, tasked various alumni at faulty and institution levels in UNN on the need to give back to the society through investment and helping to uplift academic standard.

 

Anika, who spoke on the topic: “The Alumni: A Veritable Partner for Development of Veterinary Medical Education in Nigeria”, noted that alumni must draw closer to the university to see various gaps that they would close to keep their alma mater as the best.

In a welcome address, Prof. Chinedu Eze, the Dean of the Faculty, expressed appreciation to staff and alumni of the faculty for the success of the homecoming and first inaugural lecture, adding that the faculty would continue to collaborate with UNN management.

 

The event also featured the swearing in of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Alumni Association Executives, a dinner and cutting of the homecoming cake.

It also featured award presentations to distinguished personalities, which included: Chief Samuel Onyishi, the Chief Executive Officer of Peace Mass Transit, Dr Obiora Ukagba and Dr Ejike Oji among those who were given awards of excellence during the occasion. (Flowerbudnews)