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Yahaya Bello: End of an unnecessary drama, caging the “White Lion” BY TUNDE NASIRU
Yahaya Bello: End of an unnecessary drama, caging the “White Lion”
BY TUNDE NASIRU
And it came to pass that on the day of Our Lord, Tuesday, November 26, 2024 the former Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Belo, earlier declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), was arrested and detained by the Commission at its headquarters in Abuja.
The EFCC and Bello have engaged in a cat and mouse game in which the former Governor could be rightly described as the “drama king”. Several count sittings were shunned by Bello and all efforts to bring him to answer questions about the allegations of fraudulent activities during his eight years spell as the Governor of Kogi State proved abortive. He was constantly under the protection of his successor and cousin, Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State.
On September 18, 2024, the dramatic Bello arrived the headquarters of the EFCC alongside Usman Ododo for what could be described as photo-ops. Ododo came in with the full complements of his security aides and convoy. The EFCC, sensing that Ododo was using his constitutional immunity to cover Bello, helplessly refrained from arresting him. On that day, Bello was like groundnuts in a glass bottle and EFCC watched without being able to pick him.
Before and after the September 18 “executive visitation” by Bello, the EFCC has gone to courts to express its inability to bring or drag Bello to court and this has led to two separate courts issuing summons for his arrest; the basis on which he was declared wanted.
It was indeed a serious battle between the EFCC and Bello in the court of law, court of public opinion and on the streets. Understandably, Yahaya had a huge war chest to prosecute the ‘war’. The media was repleted with emergency commentators, analysts and opinion writers, opinionated features and slanted editorials; while so-called activists took to the streets of Abuja and Lagos to protest in condemnation of EFCC and in support of Yahaya Bello. In fact, there was a time that it was reported in the media that “five thousand lawyers protested”in support of Bello. No one knew who did the enumeration. Though some senior lawyers said those protesters were not lawyers!
Not done yet, the Kogi State government instituted a suit at the Supreme Court challenging the constitutionality of the EFCC and other agencies saddled with investigating corruption cases.
Not a few believed that the EFCC was actually the target of the suit initiated by Kogi State and later joined by about 17 other state governments; and that it was in the interest of Yahaya Bello.
While many states later hurriedly withdrew from the controversial case at the Supreme Court, Bello’s Kogi and others stuck to their guns until the Supreme Court finally threw out the case ignominiously as lacking in merit .
What has left people bewildered was why Yahaya Bello will have to go through this unnecessary route, which is nothing more than time buying. Or did he need the delay tactics to be able to perfect some, if not all, of his records of defence?
While Yahaya Bello was evading the court and boxing the air on who and who was responsible for his ordeal with the EFCC, other former governors like Yahaya and former Ministers of the Federal Republic were invited or arrested by the EFCC. The concerned politically exposed persons honoured the EFCC and were interrogated and granted administrative bails. Some of them are currently facing trials at the law courts.
However, it was noticeable that after the Supreme Court judgement, which did not favour Yahaya Bello and his ilks, the attacks on the EFCC in the media reduced drastically. However, people still asked: “Where was Yahaya Bello?” “How many Heads had Yahaya Bello?” “Why will a man who prided himself as “white lion” be so scared stiff on an ordinary invitation by an Eagle?” “For how long will the “white lion” be able to hide?” One of the judges handling one of the cases against Yahaya Bello by the EFCC was once reported to have said: “EFCC’s invitation was not death sentence”. After all, the accused is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Another drama like part two of the Nigerian home video, was going to be staged earlier today at the same EFCC Car Park at the headquarters of the Commission when Yahaya Bello drove in with some vehicles. However, the drama did not pass the opening scene when it was instantly cut short as the Chief Security Officer of the EFFC, perhaps sensing that Governor Usman Ododo who has been shielding Bello with his immunity was, this time around, not in the entourage, quickly arrested the wanted former Governor and took him into custody.
Now that the “White Lion” has been caught and caged, his counsel along with the 5,000 lawyers that reportedly protested in his support in Abuja should dust their books and meet Bello as he finally and inevitably keeps his date at the court.
Tunde Nasiru, an Abuja based social policy advocate, sent this piece via [email protected]
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Meet Genesis, an Exceptional and Humble Prophet Who Eats with Labourers on a Bare Floor
Meet Genesis, an Exceptional and Humble Prophet Who Eats with Labourers on a Bare Floor
…Dominion City Grounds now has a Multimillion Permanent Stage Built inside it
~By Oluwaseun Fabiyi
What makes Israel Oladele, widely known as Genesis, a uniquely exceptional small but mighty prophet, distinct from his peers?
He has demonstrated another deposit of humility, publicly portraying his humble beginnings without regard for his societal status
Without a shadow of doubt, Prophet Genesis personified the doctrine and standard of Jesus Christ during His time on earth. Jesus socialized and dined with common people, including the Pharisees who disparaged and condemned His preaching
It is hard to envision this humble man of God, Prophet Genesis, taking his walk down to the Dominion City grounds for a leisurely stroll
This occurred shortly after the midweek Tuesday service, which drew over 3000 attendees to the Genesis Global headquarters located at Duro Ishola Street off Egbado road Dalemo Alakuko Street Lagos
A large-scale multimillion project is clearly being constructed at the Dominion City site, which Prophet Genesis wanted to tour with several disciples and international visitors
It has been observed that a permanent 7ft by 80 by 40 stage for Hallel nights of praise and Harvest of turning point is being erected and constructed, and is expected to be ready for use prior to the Harvest of turning point
Seeing the humble prophet of God eating swallow with labourers on the bare floor was remarkable and unexpected, as it is a humble act many Nigerian men of God would not ordinarily undertake
Prophet Genesis ensured that he ate with over 30 site labourers, laughing and playing with them, and afterwards, he wholeheartedly prayed with them
Prophet Genesis still deeply appreciates his humble beginnings, which involved working as a bus conductor in Lagos. This experience has shaped his philosophy of life, which is characterized by humility, love, and a commitment to uplifting all individuals, regardless of their background or circumstances
What distinguishes the small body big engine Genesis among his contemporaries in Christendom? He just demonstrated again.
Oluwaseun Fabiyi a seasoned journalist based in Lagos
Dr. Felix Anyah Named among 100 Most Influential People Awards
Dr. Felix Anyah, the Executive Chairman of Holy Trinity Medical Center has been honoured as part of the 100 Most Influential People Awards (MIPA), 2024 held at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel Accra, on November, 21st, 2024.
His recent award is in recognition of his influence on the growth and development of Ghana as a nation and on the socio-economic evolution of the people of its various communities. He has greatly improved the quality of life and their standing in the emergent global village. Not only has he served as a role model but have also created the opportunity for millions of Ghanians to become the best they can be.
The five-star event organised by the Business Executive Group, seeks to identify and publicly recognize outstanding personalities in Ghana whose professional expertise, experience and accomplishments have made them highly influential in the social, economic, political and cultural life of the country.
Interestingly, the medical guru has chalked several awards over the years.
Some of Dr Anyah’s awards over four decades of medical practice include , “Ghana’s Greatest Entrepreneur of All Time award, Most Respected CEO in 2018, 2019 and 2020.
Best Health Care CEO from six different organizations in 2017, 2018 and 2019 and Overall Best CEO 2017 in both the public and private sectors in Ghana.
Dr Felix Anyah is a Healthcare Laureate, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s).
Dr Anyah was the first Board Chairman for the Health Facilities Regulatory Agency under President John Dramani Mahama in 2015 to 2016 and the Acting Chief Executive Officer for Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital under President Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo in 2017 to 2018.
Dr Anyah established the Holy Trinity Medical Centre in 1988 with five staff members, and has grown it to an outstanding health facility with 42 doctors and over 300 staff.
The New West Africa International Magazine, described him as ‘a symbol of selflessness and patriotism’.
The Business Executive Magazine also describes him as ‘the Ghanaian who is changing the world’.
A snippet of recognitions he has gotten include:
The Millennium Excellence Award in Medicine by the Millennium Excellence Foundation, with His Royal Majesty Asantehene, the King of Asante Kingdom, Otumfuor Osei Tutu II, the Founder, in the presence of His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo Addo at the Manhyia Palace.
Most Respected CEO- Health Sector in Ghana 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 by the Business Executive.
Overall Best CEO (Public and Private Sector) of the year 2017 by the 8th Ghana Entrepreneurs and Corporate Executive.
Best Health CEO of the year by the 7th Africa Health Legendary Awards.
Best Healthcare CEO of the year by the 8th Ghana Entrepreneurs Foundation.
Best CEO in Facility Management by the Business Executive Excellence Awards.
Health Laureate, the United Nations – Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Best Integrative Health Provider of the year 2016 and 2017, by the 4th Business Executive Excellence Awards
Best Entrepreneur in Health Service Award
Best Occupational Health Practitioner by the 3rd Environmental, Health and Safety Awards.
Ghana Entrepreneur Hall of Fame (Health Services) by the Ghana Entrepreneur and Corporate Executive Awards.
Responsible Health and Wellbeing Facility of the year by the Responsible Business and Leadership Excellence Awards
Brand of the year (Health Facility) by the Ghana Corporate Brands Awards.
Lifetime Achievement in Medical Practice in Ghana by the Pillars of Modern Ghana Awards.
TNG Health Personality of the year by the Heroes of Distinction Awards.
Promotion of Healthy Society in Ghana by the Society of Medical and Dental Practitioners of Ghana.
Excellence in Private Sector Healthcare by the Chartered Institute of Marketing, Ghana.
Award for Contribution to Primary Healthcare in Ghana by the Ghana Employers Awards (GEA).
Hall of Fame Inductee-Health and Medical Service, by the Ghana Entrepreneur Awards.
Most Outstanding Persons of the Decade 2000-2010 by the Global Centre for Transformational Leadership.
Nelson Mandela Gold Award for Leadership by the Pan African Transparent Leadership Centre.
Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Africa Leadership Award.
Business Support Health Service of the year by the Ghana Entrepreneur Awards.
Golden Star for Exemplary and Effective Leadership in West Africa and Central Africa by the 15th Africa Security Watch Awards, Banjul-Gambia.
Seal of Distinction and Exemplary Leadership Award by the West Africa Nobles Forum.
Quality Leadership in Health Service 2016 and 2017, by the Entrepreneurs Foundation of Ghana.
Lifetime Achievement Award by the Business Leaders Excellence Awards.
Premium Quality Healthcare Brand of the year Award by the Global Business Quality Awards.
Premium Quality West African Health Tourism Brand of the year.
Special Award, Health Tourism by the Diamond Jubilee Business Excellence Awards.
Plaque of Honors- Security Watch Africa.
Best Innovator in Medical Spa System by the 4th Business Executive Excellence Awards.
Outstanding Destination Spa of the year by the West Africa Business Excellence Awards.
Best Rehabilitation Medical Spa in West Africa by the 5th Business Executive Excellence Awards.
Spa and Health Service of the year by Entrepreneur Foundation of Ghana.
Best Spa in Ghana by the TMG Corporate Executive Excellence Awards.
Best Health/Medical Tourism Destination in West Africa by the West African Tourism Hospitality.
The Most Patronised Medical Tourism Destination by the TNG, Corporate Excellence Awards
Best Spa in Ghana by the West African Magazine.
Best Spa Platinum Award 2010, 2011, 2011 by the West African Tourism Hospitality Award.
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