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Bishop, Minister Fight Dirty Over Ekwueme’s Missing £200,000 Medical Bill Refund

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Despite the Federal Government’s claim of footing the bills for the burial of former Vice President, Dr Alex Ekwueme, his family is yet to get a refund of 200,000 Pounds incurred as medical bill six months after.

Although the Federal Government was said to have paid the money directly to the London hospital which treated Dr Ekwueme, it was learnt that the clinic returned the money to government coffers because the ex-VP’s family had already settled the bill before help came from Abuja. Six months after the transaction, the family has waited in vain to get the refund.

This has raised concerns as no one can say precisely who has custody of the fund, which had already been signed off from government treasury. One of those involved is the Archbishop of Enugu Ecclesiastical Provence, Anglican Communion, Dr. Emmanuel Chukwuma, who is a known counselor to the Ekwueme family.

He is already alleging fraud. The second republic Vice President died in a London hospital, on November 19, 2017 at the age 85 and was buried in his hometown, Oko, Anambra state on February 2, 2018.

Bishop Chukwuma told Saturday Sun in an exclusive interview that the £200,000 released for the medical treatment of late Ekwueme is yet to get to the family even when such money had been signed off.

“A lot of things are wrong in this administration. This government is pretending to be fighting corruption but corruption is higher now than what it used to be. Right now, the money meant for Ekwueme’s treatment is not yet released.

The hospital has returned the money but government has refused to release it back to the family. Over 200,000 pounds and so on and so forth”, he stated.

According to the fiery cleric who accused government of insincerity, “they delayed in paying the medical bill of late Ekwueme until the family paid the bill to the London clinic.

“When the London clinic was paid by government after the family had paid, the hospital said the family had paid and returned the money to the Central Bank. Now, the money, which CBN should refund to Ekwueme’s family is now being held.

“This money has been signed out. Where is the medical bill refund released by the Central Bank of Nigeria, which was returned by London clinic? That is the question, where is it? It should be refunded to the family and if this doesn’t happen, I am going to speak more and this is going to cause serious scandal for the federal government”, Chukwuma warned.

When Saturday Sun contacted CBN, an official who would not want to be quoted said the bank can’t speak on the matter.

Efforts to speak to the Minister of Information, Alhaji Lai Mohammed also failed. He didn’t reply a text message sent to his mobile line at 11:43am on Friday.

Calls to his phone were also not connecting. His colleague in the Ministry of Labour, Dr Chris Ngige who was the deputy chairman of the Ekwueme burial committee set up by the federal government however faulted the allegation.

In a text message response to our enquiry, Ngige said, “No truth in that at all.” Minutes after, the Minister sent another message saying, “The bill was not up to that but FG picked the entire bill and other ancillary bills like air ambulance, casket, etc. I’m deputy chair of FG burial committee hence in a position to know.”

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Asattahir International Foundation Presents Recommendations On Fire Disaster

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Sahara Weekly Reports The foundation’s findings and recommendations aim to address the growing frequency of fire incidents in the state and ensure their transition into practical, impactful actions.

 

Asattahir International Foundation Presents Recommendations On Fire Disaster

 

In his opening remarks, AIF’s executive secretary, Prof Yahaya Tanko Baba, emphasized the urgency of addressing Sokoto’s increasing fire outbreaks.

 

 

Collaboration among stakeholders is pivotal to implementing these recommendations and safeguarding lives and properties,” he said, reiterating AIF’s commitment to public safety and effective disaster management.

 

Asattahir International Foundation Presents Recommendations On Fire Disaster

 

ASATTAHIR International Foundation (AIF) has conducted a stakeholder engagement to implement its research recommendations on fire disaster preparedness and response in Sokoto State.

 

The forum brought together representatives from government agencies, emergency response teams, and community leaders to address the challenges of fire outbreaks and advocate for proactive measures to safeguard lives and property.

 

Asattahir International Foundation Presents Recommendations On Fire Disaster

 

The engagement, moderated by Dr Garba Ibrahim, head of the Access and Safety Department at AIF, followed AIF’s extensive nine-month research on fire disasters in Sokoto.

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NASRE Foundation Spreads Yuletide Cheer, Supports Veterans and Media Community

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NASRE Foundation Spreads Yuletide Cheer, Supports Veterans and Media Community

 

 

Sahara Weekly Reports That The Nigerian Association of Social And Resourceful Editors (NASRE) has once again demonstrated its commitment to uplifting the media community by distributing Yuletide gifts to veterans, families of deceased journalists, and other beneficiaries.

 

NASRE Foundation Spreads Yuletide Cheer, Supports Veterans and Media Community

 

In its annual outreach, NASRE provided food items and cash support to families in Lagos and Ogun states. Recipients included Folusho Samuel, Thomas Peter, Qudus Adewole (Ebony), Simeon Ugwu, Niyi Agboola, and Mrs. Adewunmi, among others.

 

 

Speaking on the initiative, NASRE President Comrade Femi Oyewal, highlighted the association’s dedication to supporting its members and their families, particularly during festive seasons.

 

 

“This is a time for giving and reflection. At NASRE, we are committed to showing our veterans and their families that their sacrifices and contributions to society are deeply valued. Beyond festive seasons, we strive to impact lives meaningfully throughout the year,” Oyewale said.

 

 

One of the beneficiaries, Mrs. Thomas, expressed heartfelt appreciation, saying: “NASRE’s support reminds us that our efforts in the media community are not forgotten. These gestures of kindness mean so much to us, and we are truly grateful.”

 

 

The foundation also took the opportunity to recognize the crucial role of the media in nation-building. It extended its gratitude to media practitioners for their hard work and dedication, while wishing them a joyful and prosperous festive season.

 

 

NASRE’s annual gesture underscores its role as a pillar of support within the media community, fostering unity, compassion, and appreciation for the contributions of its members.

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Seyi Tinubu gave me a terrible Christmas -prophet Ikuru

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The prophetic hall of fame, prophet Godwin Ikuru of Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry has reacted to the cold reception and rejection he recieved from the son the son of the president,seyi Tinubu on Christmas day.

 

Speaking about the incident, the prophet reiterated that he felt Insulted by seyi Tinubu’s cold reception towards him on Christmas day ” i had a terrible Christmas and it was caused by Seyi Tinubu,I called him to wish him merry Christmas and he told me that he doesn’t know me,I really felt deeply insulted because we know eachother even if he wasn’t in a good mood that yesterday,he shouldn’t have denied knowing Me because i fought and went through a lot because of the father and he’s aware of everything, denying me is not necessary,it was intensely excruciating because it was a Christmas day ”

 

Prophet Ikuru is a staunch supporter and defender of the president, Ahmed Bola Tinubu , he’s the major prophet that prophesied that Tinubu was going to become the president and fascinated immense attacks and hatred for that ,he also escaped assassination for the sake of the president

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