DCP Abba Kyari, Will Retain Its Honouree Until He Is Found Guilty.

The House of Representatives has confirmed that the former Commander of the Inspector-General of Police Intelligence Response Team, DCP Abba Kyari, will retain its honouree until he is found guilty. The House, on June 11, 2020, honoured Kyari for his exceptional service to the Nigeria Police Force and Nigeria.

However, Kyari, popularly known as ‘super cop,’ has been under fire since the FBI, linked him to fraudulent activities involving Hushpuppi, who had pleaded guilty to fraud.The allegation led to the suspension of Kyari by the Police Service Commission but the House of Representatives maintained that the “super cop” will retain his honours till the allegations are proven.

The Chairman of the House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Benjamin Kalu, when contacted by Punch, said;“The position of our law is that you are innocent until you are proved guilty. It is not the only award that he has. We cannot begin to strip him of his award; he is a suspect at the moment. Lawmakers are not lawbreakers.

“The constitution says you are innocent until proved guilty. But if at the end of the day, he is convicted, then the House would have a reason to review its position. But at the moment, he is still under investigation.”

The FBI criminal complaint lodged at the United States District Court in California had listed Hushpuppi and Kyari among six suspects indicted in a $1.1m international fraud conspiracy.

The other suspects include Abdulrahman Juma (Abdul); Vincent Kelly Chibuzo (Kelly); Rukayat Motunrayo Fashola (Morayo); and Bolatito Tawakalitu Agbabiaka (Bolamide).

Lionel Merci Finally Leaves FC Barcelona

The impossible has happened. FC Barcelona officially announced this afternoon that Lionel Messi would not be returning to the club.

After a summer of negotiations that were seemingly going well, they’ve reached a point wherein the financial situation La Liga and Barcelona are in means we won’t be seeing a deal finalized. This is wild news.

Here’s the official statement:

Despite FC Barcelona and Lionel Messi having reached an agreement and the clear intention of both parties to sign a new contract today, this cannot happen because of financial and structural obstacles (Spanish Liga regulations).

As a result of this situation, Messi shall not be staying on at FC Barcelona. Both parties deeply regret that the wishes of the player and the club will ultimately not be fulfilled.

FC Barcelona wholeheartedly expresses its gratitude to the player for his contribution to the aggrandisement of the club and wishes him all the very best for the future in his personal and professional life.

 

Racheal Oniga Would be Buried This Month.

The family of late Nollywood Actress, Rachel Oniga, has said her body will be laid to rest on August 26 and 27, 2021.

The deceased son, Tunji Oniga, made this known in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Lagos.

Mr Oniga said the wake would be held on August 26 at her residence in Magodo, Lagos State, while her remains will be buried on August 27 at a cemetery yet to be disclosed by the family.

He said he was yet to come to terms with his mum’s death as it was shocking to many including him because she cared about people’s well-being.

‘‘My mother’s death is shocking to me, in fact, I don’t believe she is dead. When I see her phone ring and she is not there to take the call, the reality will dawn on me.

”She was a philanthropist, who was always bothered about the needs of others,” he said.

Lagos Assembly Adopts Report To Stop Houses For Ex-governors, Others

The Lagos State House of Assembly on Thursday approved the report of its committee on establishment which recommended the reduction of pensions to former governors and other affected officials by 50 percent.

The committee also expunged the provision of houses in Abuja and Lagos for former governors as stipulated in an earlier law operated by the state.

The report further showed a reduction in the number of vehicles to be made available to former governors and their deputies.

The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. (Dr) Mudashiru Obasa, suggested that former governors should get two vehicles (a car and a van) instead of three as recommended by the committee.

He also suggested that the amended bill should provide that the cars be changed every four years instead of the three years recommended by the report.

While some of the lawmakers, at plenary, had suggested for an upward review of the pension for the affected public office holders by 75 percent, others urged that the pension remain as stipulated in the old law.

However, Obasa argued that it should be left at 50 percent, especially as the report had recommended the removal of houses and reduced other benefits.

While recalling the recent murder of the president of Haiti, Obasa said it was necessary to also secure the lives of the former office holders.

“By virtue of my office, I have seen former Speakers who we just had to intervene in their lives because of the situations they found themselves outside office. We have also seen former governors in a very bad situation,” he said.

Obasa noted the argument of his colleagues that the projected downward review of the pension for the former governors and others could also be affected by inflation and other economic considerations, but reminded that the House must meet the wishes of the people one of which is a cut in the cost of governance.

“There is no argument, we must realise that this is democracy and it is all about the people. We are here because of the people. When we represent people, it is good for us to listen to them as well.

“We must realise that we would always go back to the people for support. So when we hearken to their agitations and reduce what existed, it shows that we listen,” Obasa told his colleagues adding that his suggestion for further reduction of the number of cars was because “as you age, your needs continue to decrease.”

Earlier some of the lawmakers had supported the report of the committee saying it would have a positive impact on the internally generated revenue of the state.

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Yeye Agbaje Joins the Saints at 61

The world mourns while the heaven rejoices when an earthly angel joined the heavenly hosts in the early hours of Monday, June 21st 2021. Yes, Queen Esther Oluwemimo Agbaje (nee Imoojie) MSc., wife of Dr David Olusegun Agbaje, retired Assistant Comptroller - Nigeria Customs Services, breathed her last, to exit this sinful world. 

Born on a Tuesday, April 26th 1960, a day before Togo declared independence from French administration, Esther was a blessing to the Imoojie's family in Edo State Nigeria. Paragon of beauty, vitues, honesty and charisma, among others, Oluwemimo was a versatile businesswoman certificated in Etiquettes and Communication skills. 

Born a queen, lived a fulfilled life was given a royal send off on a bright sunny Friday, when her remains was committed to mother earth after a triumphant fanfare and spirit - filled commendation service at the Winners' Chapel, Akure. Like a candle in the wind, she came, she conquered and now, she is no more. 

On behalf of all Pacesetters - Ibadan Boys High School 1971 / 75 set at  home and Diaspora, Omoba T 'Bisi Odukoya commiserate with the Widower and Chief Mourner, Dr Segun Agbaje (omo Baba Olopa) who happened to be the Set's Chapel Prefect during their school days. May the Lord Almighty grant him and the family and relatives left behind, the fortitude to bear the sudden loss. Amen

The chief mourner and widower, Dr David Oluwasegun Agbaje, flanked by his secondary school mates - Ibadan Boys High School 1971 / 75 Set (The PaceSetters)

Rotary Club Of Mende Midtown Planted Trees To Support Environment

 

In commemorating with the month of July in Rotary, Supporting the Environment which was introduced as one of the Seven Areas of Focus. Rotary Club of Mende Midtown embarked on Tree Planting as sequel to the Earth Planet Project at D9110 Nigeria at Adeniyi Jones Primary School, Adeniyi Jones, Ikeja to beautify the school and help to combat global warming by absorbing carbon dioxide, removing and storing carbon while releasing oxygen back into the air. They also reduce wind speeds and cool the air as they lose moisture and reflect heat upwards from their leaves.

The Executive Director of Jumbo Climate Change Initiative, whose company also partnered in achieving this Tree Planting Project encouraged and advises the pupils and teachers to keep the trees alive and to ensure they are safe for its importance to human lives during his speech. 

The project was ably led by the President Rotn Raheem Adebisi, the club's Assistant Governor, PP Maruf Adelotan, Charter President, Mariam Adegunwa, the Vice President, Rotn Kehinde Odeneye, the Committee Chair, Rotn Folarin Adamolekun, Rotn Samuel Akinwande, Rotn Tobi Odulaja, And other two intending members were all.

Aside from the School Headteacher, Mrs Shobowale and other staff of the school, the Chairman, Rotn Tayo Opanubi from RC Gbagada and the Vice, Hon. Shikaye of Akora Villa where the school is located were also represented. 

Signs That You Are In A Wrong Relationship

These are signs that you may be dating the wrong person. Obviously, perfection is really scarce, and this suggests that there will be something about your boo or bae that you’d have loved . If, however, the list of what you want your partner to change is really lengthy, this means there is a huge possibility of arguments, complaints and discontent in the relationship.

You feel like you have to wear a mask.

If you’re putting on a song-and-dance in an elaborate attempt to impress your partner, you might be dating the wrong person. Your partner should love you as you are. Does it feel like they are trying to mold you into an entirely different person? If so, it might be time to let them go.

                                    Unfavorable comparisons to your ex

When you find yourself constantly comparing your lover with your ex, even though you have been together for a number of months or more, then you could be dating the wrong person.

                                     They don’t really listen to you.

If your partner is always waiting for their turn to speak, you might be dating the wrong person. They always go off on tangents about their day at work, but never seem interested in yours. They always suggest where they’d like to go, but never seem to care what you think. If your partner does a whole lot of speaking (but never listens), you might want to find someone not so self-centered to share your life with. 

                You have started to adopt unhealthy lifestyle habits

If you used to practice self-care a lot, made sure to get a good amount of exercise weekly, and ate healthy before your partner and suddenly it changed, Ponaman says you may have fallen for the wrong person. "This varies from person to person, but healthy eating, for example, allows the body to feel rejuvenated, energized, and good," she says. "If you were once a healthy eater and decided to 'ease up' on the lifestyle after you began to see your partner, it shows you and your partner's lifestyle habits may not be fully aligned." It really comes down to the reason behind why you decided to make the change. If it's to make you two seem more compatible, you may have fallen for the wrong person.

                                   Your family and friends dislike him

This might be a little tricky in the sense that people’s opinion about who you date or don’t date should not really matter that much, especially if they are just plainly hating on him/her for no reason.

                               You avoid difficult conversations.

If every difficult chat gets swept under the rug, you might be dating the wrong person.Should you bring up things like politics, religion, favorite sexual positions, or your desire to have five children on the first date? Probably not. But as the weeks and months and years go on, it becomes more and more important to have those tough (but necessary) conversations. If you want to have children but your partner doesn’t, you might have a problem. If your religion is a top priority but your partner is anything but a devout follower, you need to have a chat. If there’s something the matter, say so (because no, your partner isn’t a psychic). 

                      You have confused being in love with having a crush

Having an intense crush on someone may seem like love, but it's important to differentiate the two. According to Matlin, a crush is sometimes one-sided. "It's often an obsessive, overly emotional, and idealized focus on another person," she says. Most importantly, there's a huge distance between you and your person of interest. When that crush turns into unrequited love, you know you've fallen for the wrong person.

Loving someone, on the other hand, is to see the person for who they are and loving them for the good, bad, and ugly. As dating and relationship coach Rosalind Sedacca, CLC, tells Bustle, "It's usually based on a deeper sense of respect for who they are. We feel more accepting of and tolerant about their behavior, even when it doesn't please us. We find a way to still love them, even when we don't love their decisions and choices."

    You can’t imagine a future together without laughing or crying.

If the thought of a life-long commitment makes you want to curl up in a ball and weep, you might be dating the wrong person. I know the thought of being alone might not appeal to you, but staying in a relationship that is destined for failure is as silly as it gets. If you have no future with this person, end the relationship and find someone you can be happy with.

      You communicate your concerns but nothing ever changes

There’s absolutely nothing wrong with being optimistic, especially when it comes to matters of the heart. But "waiting for your partner to change is a recipe for heartache," Caitlin Killoren, relationship coach at relationship training app, Relish, tells Bustle. In a healthy partnership, you and your partner will express your individual concerns and find a way to tackle issues together. But if you love the wrong person, you can have all the tough talks you want, and communicate your concerns as often as you like, but nothing ever changes. That's because you can't ever really expect to change a person. As Behrendt and Ruotola say, most people are reluctant to change on their own accord. In situations like this, it's important to realize that this might be a long drawn out breakup in disguise. "Eventually you will need to be honest with yourself about where this relationship is or isn't going," they say.

              Your schedules dont line up

Have you ever fallen in love with someone who lives across the country in a different time zone or who works overnight, while you work a regular 9-5? If so, Bethany Ricciardi, relationship expert with Too Timid tells Bustle, you could be head over heels in love with the wrong one. Being in a long-distance relationship or having completely different work schedules doesn't give you much time to spend together. Although these can work out with the right amount of trust and communication, there's a reason why many of them don't. "We all have wants and needs," Ricciardi says. "Sometimes I like to think of us as flowers; we need to be given a little bit of sunshine and water everyday. So who’s giving that to you when you and your partner never see each other?" 

You dont feel comfortable talking to your partner about what you really want in bed.

The definition of good sex varies from person to person, as Ricciardi says, it is unrealistic to think you are going to be craving your partner's body 24/7, 365 days a year like lovebirds do in the movies, but having a healthy sex life with lots of passion and desire is super important. If you find that your partner isn’t as interested in things that you are in the bedroom or you find yourself not being sexually pleased, she says you may have fallen in love with the wrong person. Sure, many people have different libido levels or want different things in bed. Although communication is key, you need to have that level of intimacy in order to feel comfortable enough to tell your partner what you really want. "If you're with the right person, your pleasure should be important to them," she says. 

                                    You are having a lot of sex without any intimacy

People tend to think of the word “intimacy” as just another way to say sex. But being intimate with your partner doesn’t have to involve sex at all. While sex can keep you interested in a relationship, intimacy is what bonds people for a long time. "Most people think that regular sex with your partner means a healthy relationship, but not always," Ponaman says. Instead, "emotional, connected sex" equates to a healthy relationship. If you've fallen in love with the wrong person, you may have this idea that having more sex is the key to keeping your relationship alive. According to Ponaman, many couples unconsciously shift from sex with an emotional connection to sex for necessity. "If it becomes something you pencil into your schedule, it’s no longer an act of love but a 'to-do,'" she says. If sex is the only thing keeping the two of you together, that's a sign you may be with the wrong one. 

                                    They need to have things go their way.

Relationships work best when both partners feel like they’re equally being seen and heard. In fact, a 2021 study of 181 heterosexual couples published in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships found that couples who feel like they have an equal say in what goes on in their relationship are much happier than those with an unbalanced power dynamic. The couples who were the most satisfied felt like they had more freedom and personal power in their relationship. "If you have a partner that is a bit selfish and has to have their way all the time, you may be ... with someone who has not grown up sufficiently enough to be in a relationship," Rappaport says. A healthy relationship with the right person is one where there’s balance and compromise. You should be able to feel like your voice and your opinions truly matter to them. If you don't, you might have fallen for someone who's all wrong for you because they don't respect you enough to see you as an equal.