Mary Akanbi

The Regrettable Enthronement Of A “Guyman” Monarch,  The Current Emir Of Lafiagi, Alh. Mohammed Kudu Kawu Whose Unmitigated Style Of Leadership Has Unprecedentedly Set Zambufu And The Entire Kingdom On Fire  Emir of Lafiagi, Alh. Mohammed Kudu      Kawu By Dr. Mohammed Ndejiko Mohammed  31st October, 2022 .    Dr. Mohammed Ndejiko Mohammed Thus, the people of Zambufu had known peace, prior to the recent enthronement of the 14th Emir of Lafiagi, Alh. Mohammed Kudu Kawu an accidental, “white colour”, unmitigated banker who cunningly ascended the emirate throne for material and egocentric reasons.  As a banker, Alh. Mohammed Kudu Kaw u made no indelible mark throughout his career in the banking industry which he recklessly abandoned for the elated position of the Head of the Emirate Council of Lafiagi obviously not meant for children or rather men of his cada. Barely few months of his reign as the Emir of Lafiagi, he has...

HENRY BARNABAS EHI, ACIArb(Uk) CELEBRATES ODUJINRIN & ADEFULU ON THEIR 50TH ANNIVERSARY  Mary Akanbi 31st October, 2022 Henry Barnabas Ehi Esq , the Publicity Secretary of the Nigerian Bar Association Bwari Branch(Cradle Bar) has in his message to the partners and staffs of Odujinrin & Adefulu congratulated them as they turn Golden. His message reads! Celebrating Odujinrin & Adefulu at 50 is indeed a worthy celebration. Oladipo Odujinrin (MFR) and Adeyemi Adefulu (MFR) has built a legacy that would stand the test of time.  I congratulate the entire partners and staff of Odujinrin  & Adefulu at 50!!! Happy Anniversary  Henry Barnabas Ehi, ACIArb (UK) Partner Mayne Gallinton

Newspaper Headlines Monday 31st October, 2022 Read The Latest Breaking News Headlines, Nigerian News, Entertainment, Sport, Business & Politics Below;  NATION *India 2022: Bronze medallist Flamingos returns tomorrow* *Impressive Lookman hits fifth goal of the Season* *Spalletti singles out best of Osimhen’s three goals* *Delta offers financial support for ailing Henry Nwosu* *Prudent Energy H’ball: Unbeaten Kano Pillars smash Owena King 30-14* *India 2022: Olowookere takes positives off Flamingos’ Bronze finish* *Rashford’s 100th Man Utd goal sinks West Ham* *Ojukwu hails standard at IWTPA tourney* *India 2022: Sturdy Ajakaye wins third MVP* *Pantami hails author for documenting contemporary issues in Nigeria LEADERSHIP *2023: Afenifere Backtracks, Endorses Tinubu* *Lawyers Announce New Body To Rival NBA, Founding Secretary Kicks* *2023: Publish Your Campaign Fund Sources, SERAP Tells Presidential Candidates* *Delta PDP, APC Gov’ship Candidates Trade Words Over Perf...

Henry Barnabas Ehi Celebrates Odujinrin & Adefulu On Their 50th Anniversary By Henry Barnabas Ehi 31st October, 2022 Celebrating Odujinrin & Adefulu at 50 is indeed a worthy celebration. Oladipo Odujinrin (MFR) and Adeyemi Adefulu (MFR) has built a legacy that would stand the test of time.  I congratulate the entire partners and staff of Odujinrin  & Adefulu at 50!!! Happy Anniversary  Henry Barnabas Ehi, ACIArb (UK) Partner Mayne Gallinton

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES SUNDAY 30TH OCTOBER, 2022 Mary Akanbi 30th October, 2022 Read The Latest Breaking News Headlines, Nigerian News, Entertainment, Sport, Business & Politics Below; Punch Terror scare: Abuja residents shun malls, others, Turkish helicopters, drones coming Bombs not planted in Abuja – Police Fuel crisis: $90m debt threatens supply, Nigerians face bleak Yuletide Naira redesign: CBN insists it followed due process FG spends N1.8tn on NASS in 13 years Nigeria, Canada trade grows, hits $2.7bn Nigeria to raise gas exploration by 20% – Commission Labour faults jumbo pay for ex-Presidents, govs Amnesty programme has derailed, outsiders getting scholarships – Administrator South-East safe, ready for 2023 elections, says Ohanaeze IPOB faults Malami on Kanu case ‘Yahoo boys’ learning, says Obidi after multiple debits in Mexico APC, PDP, LP disagree over Fitch rating Nobody can sack me as PDP chair –Ayu Makinde restates call for Ayu’s resignation Flood: Tinubu, She...

Enugu State Security: Open Egu-Ukehe Road Mary Akanbi 30th October, 2022 The deputy governorship candidate of NNPP come 2023 general election in Enugu state, Barr Ifesi Nwodo has advice the state government to open up the Ugwogo Nike, Egu-Ukehe road that connected many communities of Igboetiti local government council to Uzouwani local government council, and some other communities in Udi and Eziagu local government, the deputy governor hopeful gave the advice on his face book page as one of the ways to curb this menace of kidnapping along that axis, below was his post on his facebook page👇 Enugu state government, please use this opportunity you are clearing Ugwogo-Nike Bush to connect and construct Egu-Ukehe road to, Umunko, Diogbe, Idoha, Ogbede to Aku in Igboetiti local government council to Nkporogwu,Umuluokpa road in Uzouwani local government council.

NBA RENEWS PARTNERSHIP WITH LAWPAVILION Mary Akanbi 29th October, 2022 The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Yakubu Chonoko Maikyau, OON(SAN) has announced the renewal of its partnership with the foremost legal tech solutions provider – LawPavilion to provide a one-year access to the legal research solution Primsol for young lawyers who are 7 years and below, post-call. Following this partnership, young lawyers who paid their annual Bar Practicing Fee on or before 31st of March, 2022 become beneficiaries of unlimited access to the features that come with this web-based legal research tool (“Primsol) for the next one year. Speaking about the collaboration, Ope Olugasa, the Managing Director of LawPavilion said the renewal of this great and strategic partnership with the NBA is something both parties are proud to have achieved. 

ELECTORAL REFORM COMMITTEE: EXTENSION OF TIME FOR  SUBMISSION OF MEMORANDA BY 14 DAYS Mary Akanbi 29th October, 2022 1. Further to our earlier communication requesting for Memoranda from members of the Bar on the Electoral reform process of the Nigerian Bar Association, the Electoral Reform Committee has received several responses to the Call for Memoranda. 2. However, upon appeals for extension of time by some stakeholders and members of the Bar to enable them submit their Memoranda, the Committee hereby EXTENDS TIME for the submission of Memoranda for another fourteen (14) days, commencing from the date of this publication. This is to ensure inclusive participation of all our members in the electoral reform process. 3. It would be recalled, that the NBA Electoral Reform Committee (NBAERC) has been given the following Terms of Reference (TOR): i. To interrogate the electoral practices in the Association ii. To make recommendations for reforms iii. Make proposals for a ...

Genealogy Test Shows I Am From Nigeria - Meghan Markle Mary Akanbi 29th October, 2022 The Duchess of Sussex revealed in the last episode of the Archetypes podcast, which she hosts, that her genealogy was 43 per cent Nigerian .                    Meghan Markle The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, revealed that she is partly Nigerian in the last episode of the Archetypes podcast, which she hosts.  Ms Markle told her podcast guests Nigerian-American comedian and writer Ziwe Fumudoh, Senegalese-American actress and comedian Issa Rae, and professor Emily Bernards that she took a genealogy test which revealed that she is 43 per cent Nigerian. “I just had my genealogy done a couple of years ago,”  Ms Markle said to Ms Fumudoh , who asked: “What are you?” “43 per cent Nigerian,” she responded. The Duchess of Sussex then said she will start exploring her roots because “anyone that I’ve told, especially Nigerian ...

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR FRIDAY 28TH OCTOBER 2022 Mary Akanbi 28th October, 2022 Read The Latest Breaking News Headlines, Nigerian News, Entertainment, Sport, Business & Politics Below; PUNCH Naira redesign not economic priority CISLAC PICTORIAL: Atiku arrives US for campaign FG detains 35 suspected ISWAP fighters, tension heightens Fintiri inaugurates road to mark birthday Global ranking excites Covenant University Food shortage, worsening health care loom as floods wreak havoc Public schools in 24 states lack adequate classrooms Dual curriculum, our selling point, says Dowen College Farmers promise massive votes for Tinubu Provide drones for Ekiti airport, Oyebanji begs military Media tyranny a threat to democracy Oyetola, Adeleke disagree over gov-elects booby trap allegation Anambra: Obi tests strength at home, battles APGA presidential candidate 2023, must-win for Atiku, says Ondo PDP 68 suits against INEC, LP moved to Lagos Reactions trail UAE visa ban on Nigerians...

RISHI SUNAK BECOMES THE NEW UK PRIME MINISTER AFTER RESIGNATION OF LIZ TRUSS Mary Akanbi 27th October, 2022 .                Rishi Sunak British politician Rishi Sunak has emerged as the United Kingdom Prime Minister after rival Penny Mordaunt failed to secure the necessary 100 nominations from her fellow members of Parliament (MPs). Sunak won the support of an overwhelming majority of the Conservative Party MPs and became the first non-white PM, enabling him to claim the keys to No 10 (the official residence of the UK PM). He emerged as the PM following the resignation of former PM, Liz Truss last Thursday. Here are five things you need to know about Sunak: Sunak was born on 12th May, 1980 in Southampton, England to Indian parents – Yashvir and Usha Sunak who migrated to Britain from East Africa in the 1960s. He studied Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Lincoln College, Oxford (2001) and had a Master’s in Business Admi...

NBA President commissions NBA Ikeja Branch’s ‘KP Lawyers’ Lounge’ In Honour Of Dr. Kemi Pinheiro,SAN Mary Akanbi 27th October, 2022 The President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Yakubu Chonoko Maikyau, SAN, OON yesterday commissioned the NBA Ikeja Branch’s ‘KP Lawyers’ Lounge’ in honour of Dr. Kemi Pinheiro,SAN. A magnificent building had been erected by the Bartholomew Aguegbodo led Executives beside the Bar Centre building designated as the Lawyers’ lounge. A place strictly for lawyers and their guests. It is to operate as a Restaurant, Bar and Lounge with a conducive environment for lawyers to relax before or after their business within the Court premises. The Chief Judge of Lagos State who was represented by Hon. Justice R.I.B Adebiyi showered encomium on the branch and commended them for the thoughtful venture. The NBA President during the Tape Cut eulogized the branch and commended them for having the welfare of lawyers at heart. He noted the...

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF PRESIDENT, CUSTOMARY COURT OF APPEAL OF THE FCT: REQUEST FOR COMMENTS Mary Akanbi 27th October, 2022 Distinguished Colleagues, Kindly find attached the statement of the President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Mr. Yakubu Chonoko Maikyau, OON, SAN requesting for comments of members on the suitability for appointment as President,  Customary Court of Appeal of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja the following judges: i. Hon. Justice Stanley Adekunle Lawal; ii. Hon. Justice (Dr) Ngozika Uwazunrunonye Okaisabor and; iii. Hon. Justice Istifanus Gandu. Further attached for your consideration is a short profile of the judges. Thanks and have a great day. Akorede Habeeb Lawal  National Publicity Secretary

Drama As Corpse ‘Refuses’ To Go Home For Burial In Kenya Mary Akanbi 27th October, 2022 Drama As Corpse ‘Refuses’ To Go Home For Burial In Kenya Businesses came to a standstill along Kenyatta Street in Kitale Central Business District (CBD), Kenya when a Mercedes Benz hearse carrying the remains of a prominent business person failed to move, attracting people who came to witness the bizarre event. Speaking to K24 digital, an eyewitness said the scene lasted for over thirty minutes and many people were shocked to witness the unusual event. The body was later removed from the high-end German machine and transferred to a simple Toyota Hilux hearse and the procession led by a Salvation Army Band continued. “We are reeling in shock because we have never experienced such kind of events in this town. Once in a while we watch such incidents on TV stations and listen to them on the radio,” an eyewitness stated. Philemon Simotwo, a businessman in Kitale, said it is not known why the ...

RELATIONSHIPS My Husband Had A Child With Someone Else So I Got My Children With Someone Else Too st Published 8 mins ago Flipboard Reddit Pinterest Whatsapp Email My husband travelled to work in another town for just three months and came home with a baby. Well, the baby didn’t follow him home but after he returned from that trip, a lot of things changed about him. The first change I noticed was the number of hours he spent on his phone. He’ll type on his phone all night. Sometimes he typed very fast as if he needed to make his point before his eyes could blink. I would be watching him from the corner of my eye. His mood will swing from peace to anger and then to indifference. I was watching everything and was getting worried. I asked him, “Ebo, is everything OK with you?” He would force a smile and say, “I’m OK, why do you ask?” I knew he wasn’t OK so I tried to check on his phone to see what he had been typing so fast every day. I picked up his phone and noticed the seco...