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PAF Applauds JAMB’s Conduct on the Mmesoma Ejikeme Forgery Scandal

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PAF Applauds JAMB’s Conduct on the Mmesoma Ejikeme Forgery Scandal

Following the public uproar generated by the Mmesoma Ejikeme vs JAMB result imbroglio, we have watched with bated breath how Nigerians have subsumed common sense, logic and rationality for emotions and sentiments which is a dent on our humanity and is rather sad and unfortunate.
PAF Applauds JAMB's Conduct on the Mmesoma Ejikeme Forgery Scandal
There’s a wise saying in our land which depicts the wisdom and rationality of the African culture and it is that “a gbo ejo enikan da, agba osika”, meaning that it is wicked and inhuman to hear one side of a story and reach a conclusion.
But sadly today, we live in interesting times in which people just want to be seen as taking sides with the presumed underdog on an issue even when the facts and evidences of the matter call for caution and point in the opposite direction.
Unfortunately also, we are gradually drifting to a pitiable state in which we delight in running down institutions of state and persons for crimes or offences lacking substance of facts and evidences.
A clear example is the recurring bashing and attack on the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Prof Mahmud Yaqub by the losing opposition parties and their supporters since the conclusion of the 2023 general elections held between February 25 and March 18 2023.
Just as the presidential election was concluded and results were being collated, the losing opposition parties alleged rigging in favour of the winner and two of them, the PDP and LP jointly addressed a press conference calling for the cancellation of the elections, but later separately held press conferences where they separately alledged that they won but that it was rigged by the electoral umpire in favour of the winner.
Hope people can see the double speak here, where parties who are alleging that a process was flawed and should be cancelled, are in the same breadth claiming victory. What manner of conscienceless people and political parties are these?
Painfully, some Nigerians echoed these sentiments and continued to do so either out of deliberate mischief or ignorance even when the petitioners have refused or been unable to show proof of how they were shortchanged through the results on form EC8A as provided for in the electoral Act, counter signed and obtained by their parties agents at the polling stations after the conclusion of announcement of results.
As expected the parties who claimed that they were rigged out by INEC in favour of the winner are in court challenging the outcome of the election and hope Nigerians are aware that till they closed their case in court last week, none of the parties even went anywhere near providing an iota of evidence of how their results scores on either form EC8A or on the IREV in any polling station out of 176, 606 polling stations nationwide was switched dubiously in favour of the winner by the electoral umpire, rather their petition at the PEPT have been focused on the eligibility of the winner or alledged double nomination of his running mate, instead of the rigging previously alledged.
PAF recalls that not too long ago, a former minister of power Prof Ositadinma Chinedu Nebo under the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan, cried out that 1 out of 3 Nigerians is suffering from mental health challenge.
The views of some Nigerians on the Mmesoma Ejikeme JAMB result forgery was ludicrous and has further exposed the urgent need for government at all levels to commit to urgent consideration, the mental health of Nigerians.
Even when JAMB publicly came out to assert that the result slip format being paraded by Miss Mmesoma Ejikeme was last used in 2021, that if anyone knows anybody who sat for JAMB in 2023, that they should cross check. But not some Nigerians, to whom everything about government is bad and evil without proof.
How people could be so brazen to thump their chests in support of a 19 years old girl that she is too small to engage in such crime beats our imagination. PAF also recollects a wise saying that, “A mother can only vouch for the pregnancy she is carrying, but not even the baby she is backing”. This proverb is to show that man is capable of anything, so the issue of her age should not be a yardstick or haven’t we heard of minors committing murder and other heinous crimes?
We witnessed the beast in our humanity with the way we have handled this matter which was totally unnecessary because it was a clear case of forgery. Some persons were even calling for the investigation of the matter by the secret police DSS, when it’s a fact that the crime being alledged was purely within the purview of the Nigeria police to do the needful.
Patriotism Awareness Forum can attest that the present leadership of JAMB under Prof. Ishaq Oloyede is one of the most credible, accountable and transparent public organizations in Nigeria today and efforts to impugn its integrity through the criminal efforts of some unpatriotic elements cannot stand.
We are happy that Mmesoma has owned up to JAMB’s position that the result she was parading was fake and justified the integrity of JAMB in the entire saga.
What is remaining is for those who sold mischief and ethnic slant into the issue to prod the girl on to apologize to JAMB and all Nigerians on this issue.
PAF wants to let Nigerians know that supporting fraud and encouraging unpatriotic actions eventually affect Nigerians negatively so we need to be united in discouraging the fad to support crimes and evil because of the person that commits them. We all have a patriotic task to encourage institutional best practice for the benefit of us all.
PAF pats JAMB on the back for its present conducts as we identify with the positive inclination of the Prof. Oloyede leadership of JAMB. We urge JAMB to remain focused on its core mandate and refuse to be distracted from its glorious path because of the antics of dedicated unpatriotic citizens and their seedy means.
God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Thank you.
Yours Sincerely
E-signed
Nelson Ekujumi,
Convener.
E-signed
Peter Claver Oparah,
Co-convener.

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The Power of Building Resilience” By Prudent Ludidi

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The Power of Building Resilience” By Prudent Ludidi

 

Ladies and gentlemen,

Life is unpredictable. It’s full of twists and turns. Some days are easy others are hard.

But no matter what life throws at you, you have a choice, you can let challenges break you, or you can build resilience.

Resilience is the strength to withstand, to bounce back, to adapt, to overcome, it’s the power to face adversity head-on, to transform obstacles into opportunities, to turn setbacks into stepping stones!

Building resilience is not about being invincible. It’s about being human, it’s about acknowledging your vulnerabilities and working on them.

Resilience is built in both small and big moments of the everyday choices we make!

To get up when you’re tired, keep going when you’re struggling, to push through when you’re doubting. It’s built in the habits you form.

It’s important to understand that resilience is not just about surviving, it’s about thriving, growing, becoming stronger, more confident and more compassionate.

When you build resilience, you open yourself up to possibilities, you take risks, you innovate, you create and inspire.

So, how do you build resilience?
You start small.
You take care of yourself.
You practice self-compassion.
You seek support.
You focus on the present.
And you keep moving forward.
One step at a time.
Resilience is not a destination it’s a journey!

Because when you build resilience, you unlock your true potential to withstand unplanned inconveniences in your life.

You become unstoppable.
You achieve greatness.
You inspire others.

And you create a ripple effect of resilience that touches everyone around you.
Remember, resilience is not something you have or you don’t.

It’s something you build, day by day, moment by moment, choice by choice.
So, choose to build resilience, face your fears, push through challenges, choose to rise above obstacles, choose to become the best version of yourself!

You’re capable of thrive and succeed!

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Equatorial Guinea S*x Scandal: Woman Allegedly Commits Suicide

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Equatorial Guinea Sex Scandal: Woman Allegedly Commits Suicide

 

Sadly, in a shocking turn of events related to the ongoing sex scandal in Equatorial Guinea, one of the women allegedly featured in explicit videos involving high-profile individuals reportedly took her own life.

The woman is believed to have been overwhelmed by the spread of the footage, which has gone viral and caused a media uproar in the country.

The scandal erupted after Baltasar Engonga, Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency, was arrested on charges of misconduct, including allegedly recording over 400 videos involving wives of notable figures in the nation.

The videos, which surfaced amid a broader investigation into fraud, reportedly include intimate encounters with influential individuals, escalating the controversy.

This latest development has sparked a public outcry, with many calling for stronger measures to protect the privacy and dignity of those affected by the leaked content.

Meanwhile, officials in Equatorial Guinea are reportedly taking steps to control the scandal’s impact as they continue their investigation.

News360 Nigeria reports that Baltasar Engonga, the Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency in Equatorial Guinea, was arrested following a shocking revelation of over 400 sextapes reportedly involving the wives of prominent figures in the country.

Engonga, 54, came under investigation for fraud, leading to an unannounced search of his residence and office, where officials discovered numerous CDs containing recordings of his alleged sexual encounters.

The tapes reportedly feature encounters with high-profile individuals, including relatives and wives of government officials, such as the sister of the President, the wife of the Director General of Police, and spouses of approximately 20 ministers.

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Ekiti Governor Honours Primate Ayodele’s Late Father, Names Street After Him

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Ekiti Governor Honours Primate Ayodele’s Late Father, Names Street After Him

 

The governor of Ekiti state, Biodun Oyebanji has honoured the Primate Elijah Ayodele’s late father by naming a street after him in Ikere-Ekiti.

The street which used to be ‘Area One’ where the prophet’s church in Ekiti is located has now been registered as Ayomate Avenue.

According to reports, the renaming took the combined efforts of the Ogoga of Ikere-Ekiti, Oba Samuel Alagbado, his chiefs, the local government chairmen, and ultimately, the governor of Ekiti state, Biodun Oyebanji.

According to the governor, the street was named in recognition of the good works done by the late father of Primate Ayodele and the continuation of the good works by the prophet. He also recognized the efforts of the prophet to drive economic growth in the community.

Primate Ayodele embraced the development while expressing appreciation to the governor for honouring God in such a manner. The prophet applauded the governor for his efforts towards bringing development to Ikere-Ekiti and promised that the presence of his church will in turn lead to more economic development in the local government.

Furthermore, Primate Ayodele promised that he would begin by sinking boreholes across the local government to support the government in solving the water crisis.

‘’I appreciate the governor for the magnanimous development of naming this vicinity after our church, it’s indeed marvellous in God’s sight. This is a testament to his love for God and the people of Ekiti state.”

“I also want to appreciate him for the development he started in Ikere-Ekiti local government, the people are happy with him and above all, God is happy with him for all he is doing”

“I want to promise His Excellency that our presence here will bring a new dawn to this vicinity, we will also assist the government. We will be sinking boreholes across the local government to solve the water crisis.’’

History has it that Primate Ayodele’s father was one of the most respected individuals in Ikere-Ekiti who brought good tidings to the community and provided succour for individuals who needed help.

Consequently, Primate Ayodele has been engaging in humanitarian activities on a large scale across the country. Since he opened a branch in Ikere-Ekiti, Primate Ayodele has organized charitable programmes thrice which involved selling a bag of rice for N20,000, scholarships for youths, empowerment for widows, to mention but a few.

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