Ex CBN Deputy Governor Is Dead, Dr Obadiah Mailafia

Ace Vanguard columnist and public intellectual, Dr Obadiah Mailafia, is dead.

According to a source, the 64-year-old former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) died at the National Hospital Abuja.

Dr Mailafia who wa s born on 24 December 1956 in the village of Randa, Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna state served as the deputy governor of the CBN between 2005 and 2007.

From 2010 to 2015, Dr Mailafia was the chief of staff (Chef de Cabinet) to the 79-member nation African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) Group of States based in Brussels, Belgium.

In this capacity he was the most senior adviser to the secretary-general, overseeing the strategic management function; liaising with external partners such as the European Commission, European Parliament, European Investment Bank (EIB), UN agencies and the IMF and World Bank.

In 2019, Dr Mailafia joined the presidential race under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

The election was won by Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressive Congress (APC)

Copied: Vanguard

The Healthy Benefits Of Chaymansa 'Iyana Ipaja' Leaves

The miracle leaf known as ‘’Chayamansa’’ which is popularly known in Yoruba as 'Iyana ipaja' some people call is 'hospital too far' is said to originate from Mexico. It is a fast growing plant that is cultivated worldwide.

It’s a leafy tasty green vegetable similar to spinach. It is also called “God’s Gift” because it can treat almost 100 diseases.

The leaves can be both eaten raw, cooked, or added to soups, tea, and salad recipes.

Here are some of the health benefits of the Chaya plant.

1. It helps to cure asthma.

2. It increases calcium in the body.

3. Improves ability of the brain to function.

4. It helps to reduce the risk of stroke.

5. It can also prevent varicose veins, hemorrhoids, osteoporosis, headaches, anemia, and other serious diseases.

6. Regulation of sugar level.

7. Treatment of sore throat

8. It serves as the immune system boosting agent

9. Enhances vision.

10. Prevents cancer, diabetics and heart diseases.

Comedian, Koffi Tha Guru Celebrates His Root In New Track

In recent times when other entertainers of the non internet age are struggling for a come back or spotlight in the social media sphere, there's only one that stands out, his efforts for decades has revealed his innovative talents is second to none and this happens to be the iconic comic act, singer cum actor Koffi.

Tha Guru who just dropped a new single titled 'Ile Lawa' [Maroko Anthem] off the soon to be released 'Maroko' EP, his 21st album since 2004. It is a delightful tune dedicated to his roots in Maroko and the people of the new Maroko. 

In a statement, he made available to us we understand the making of this particular song is a way of celebrating and connecting back to where his multi-talents emanates from so as to inspire young talents in Maroko and beyond.

Koffi Tha Guru as fondly called had over the years proven he is surely a great talent to reckon with when it comes to showbiz in general as he consistently lay out meaningful and entertaining ideas to suite the soul of showbiz lovers.

The track also serves as a debut to various other versions to be released soon.

"This is to encourage collaboration with new acts from different hoods across Lagos. Watch out for the remixes 'Bariga Lawa', 'Agege Lawa', 'Mushin Lawa', 'Eko Lawa'. Follow @koffithaguru for more updates."

- said Koffi Tha Guru

By Sean Polotee

I Want To Respect The Law And Follow Due Process...Kpokpogiri, Tonto Dike's Ex Husband

The social media war between Nollywood star actress, Tonto Dikeh and her ex-lover, Prince Kpokpogri has taken another dimension.

Just recently, rumoured had it that Kpokpogri has been picked up by the Department of State Services (DSS).

However, Kpokpogri, while debunking the arrest rumour, lambasted Tonto Dikeh, claiming that she stole his Lexus worth about N67 million.

Prince Kpokpogri made the claim in an Instagram video live session.

He said; “Do you know the problem we have in this country, when a woman is talking they willl say men should not talk. A woman you rubbished the first man you married and you think you can play the same game with me.”

“You went to park my Lexus, a car that I bought with N67million in your compound feeling that you are bigger than the law, if you are bigger than the law, then me I will equally break the law. I will take the law into my hands.”

“I can go to the compound and pick the vehicle and heaven will not fall but I want to respect the law and follow every due process.”

Copied: Famous People Magazine

Hyenas Killed Two Children While Sleeping, Left Mother In Pains

Somewhere in Baisa village in Kinango, Kwale County in Kenya, Two hyenas killed two children named Lugo Nyale 2years and Mbode Nyawa 1year old at about 9:30am while they were still sleeping in their house. The Ugly incident happened when their mother Mulongo Tsimba was busy burning charcoal behind the house.

Fred Ombaka, the Police Commander of Kinango Sub County confirmed the incident and narrated the effort of their mother who in her own best tried to defend her children from the ugly mouth of the hyenas  but to no avail. Later she ran to neighbors to help rescue her children but the hyenas had already fed on their brains.

the angry rescuers attack the hyenas and managed to kill one while the other ran into the bush. About four of the neighbors who came to rescue and the mother sustained serious injuries. According to a source they are all in the hospital receiving treatment while the children were deposited at the Kinango Hospital Mortuary for postmotem 

Member Runs Mad In Living Faith Church

Bishop David Oyedepo, the Founder and the President of Living Faith Church, warned the worshippers to desist any form of shaddy activities and committing atrocities in the church as it has becomes a dreadful place.

He said in one of the shilos that after sveral warnings, someone stole an item that do not belongs to him and ran mad immediately. He also stated and warned youths especially  do away from stealing especially in the House of God.

Sirbalo Built His Mother 8 Bedroom Apartment

 Instagram comedian, Sirbalo Comedy has taken to the platform to show off an 8-bedroomm apartment he built for his mother. 

 

The comedian recounted how his mother will always come to where he was working as a bar man between 2014-2015 to pray with him. 

Sirbalo who noted that his mother will always end the prayer with "one day I know you will make me proud", stated that her prayer is now working. 

 

He wrote; 

 

Just completed 8 bed room house for my lovely Mother. I remember 2014 -2015 when I was a BAR MAN at CHAMBER GARDEN in IGANDO. Every 6am my mom will call me a pray with me till 6:30am (devotion) and she will end the prayer with. My son one day you will make me PROUD. That pray is working now IYAMI. Iyami ma jeun omo.