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Group Demands Probing Activities of S.A to The Head of Civil Service of The Federation
A Civil Society Organization, Watch Africa Civil Society Group has call on the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation to look into “the criminal activities of your SA by name Mr Odejinmi Adebayo Olusanjo who had retired from service”
This is contained in a petition dated 22nd July, 2022, to the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation a copy of which was received by Informavores.
The petition read, “We are a Civil Society Organization operating in Nigeria; our basic objective is to fight corruption and promotion of good governance. As a Non-Governmental organization, we have decided to join you in this very important crusade to expose greedy, corrupt, overzealous and vindictive Civil Servants who have caused and will continue to cause social-economic hardship to our nation if left unchecked
“In line with the zero corruption tolerance mantra of President Muhammad Buhari we have been encourage to inform you on the criminal activities of your SA by name Mr Odejinmi Adebayo Olusanjo who had retired from service on 16 June 2022 retired by the virtue of mandatory 60 years of age in public services rules.
“is strongly alleged that Mr Odejinmi Adebayo Olusanjo use his telephone number to call Directors from various Ministry demanding money and contract from them saying “if they don’t give me contract you will be posted out of the office and replaced with another who is ready to give. tis strongly alleged also that during the Permanent Secretary Exams conducted . In 2020 and 2021 that: Mr Odejinmi Adebayo Oiusanjoillegally intimidated and harassed persons of concern at the venue of the screening exercise because he has a candidate from one of the state that he was projecting.
“It may interest you to know that Mr Odejinmi Adebayo Olusanjo your SA is interfering presently with a secret investigation been carried out by our organization on 1PPIS officers that uses the IPPIS platform to enrich themselves, friends and relation thereby causing government total loss in revenue. We were reliably inform, by my team of secret investigators that the position of Director of IPPIS is meant serving civil servant grade level 17 rather, a retired Director is cohort is the one still seating on the seat to cover up all the atrocities committed by Mr Odejinmi Adebayo Olusanjo for avoidance of doubt the following officer as not civil servants but were capture on the platform by Director 1PPIS;
“In the course of our investigation activities, we came in contact with certain head of agencies, who strongly alleged that Mr Odejinmi Adebayo Olusanjo was given some slots in the ongoing recruitment exercise done by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Federal Fire and immigration Service board for immigration officers as part of agreement to let the present Secretary of the Civil Defence, Correctional, Federal Fire and immigration Service board retain her position after retirement from services at the mandatory age of 60 years, which we consider such as ill-informed against the interest that Nigeria Civil and Public Service stand for.
“it may interest you to know that most of Mr Odejinmi Adebayo Olusanjo candidates did not show up for the IPPIS verification exercise conducted by the Federal Civil Service Commission so as to avert been exposed but rather remain in the Ministry and still received Salary from the IPPIS, if you may recalled “that our sister civil society organization, Anti-Corruption and integrity Forum, filed a three- page petition to the House of Representatives signed by the President, Sola Williams and Secretary Victoria Abam on Falsification and doctoring of documents by some Secretaries, Directors Deputy Director and Assistant Permanents Director in Head of manned by A.I Mairiga and Mr Odejinmi Services Adebayo Olusanjo in conjunction with their master accomplice Mr lbrahim Anjuga who was supposed to have been but retired still in the office till this moment.
“The National Assembly was surprised at the irregularities thereafter the Speaker mandated the committee of Pubic petition to unravel these irregularities by requesting the Head of Service to produce a comprehensive list of Permanent and Secretaries, Parastatals Directors and Assistant Directors in Ministries, Department, Agencies for scrutiny and ensure investigation; Mr Odejinmi Adebayo Olusanjo that the list was doctored to Suit his personal gain been the S.A to Head of Service he ensured he includes himself in every committee in the Office Head to Service to have an undue advantage in getting accurate information of every happening for his selfish activities. For avoidance of doubt, I refer you to punch Newspaper 5th April 2022 Headline Capture Reps Probe Perm Secs’ age Falsification, Service elongation 9. Consequently, the Chairman House Committee on Public Petition, Jerry Alagbaoso, has written to the Head of Service and the Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission in a letter dated march 29, 2022 Received on 31, March 2022 with reference Number NASS/99HR/CT,5; and the title ‘Request for names and personal Records Title Unauthorized extension of service tenures by the Federal Civil Service and the Head of the civil service between 2015 and 2022 Mr Odejinmi Adebayo Olusanjo again frustrated the request to ensure he is not exposed. ”
The petition thereby prayed that “On the strength of the above, we respectfully request THE HEAD OF CIVIL SERVICE OF THE FEDERATION to Consider and; direct the EFCC to investigate and prosecute Mr. Adebayo Odejimi and immediately ask him to proceed on retirement as is enshrined on the Public Service Rules. Recover all monies illegally paid to his account or by proxy to him for favorable Directorate posting and additional Salary he is receiving. That the Federal Civil Service Commission been an executive body created by the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to take
“Recover all monies illegally paid to his account or by proxy to favorable Directorate him for posting and additional Salary he is receiving. That the Federal Civil Service Commission been an executive by the constitution of body created the Federal Republic of Nigeria to take Permanent charge of all Secretary selection make process and other Civil Service Position and recommendation to Mr President. fiv) G0 attar the following people listed on the list of fake IPPIS capture and also ask those Directors that have retired presently occupying the position or Director PPIS and the present Secretary of the Civil Defence, Correctional, Federal Fire and immigration Service Board, the Director recruitment and appointment Federal Civil Service Commission and other officers unmentioned. ”, it concluded.
Every effort to reach Mr Odejinmi Adebayo Olusanjo prove abortive.
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Soludo’s Economic Blockade of Onitsha Is ‘Declaration of War’ Against Igbo People
A U.S.-based organization, The Rising Sun Foundation, alongside the global coalition for Biafra restoration, has warned Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State, condemning his blockade of Onitsha’s business district and accusing him of betraying the Igbo people.
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In a statement released on Tuesday and signed by Dr. Maxwell Dede, representing The Rising Sun Foundation in the United States, the foundation described Soludo’s actions as “tyrannical” and a “flagrant betrayal” of promises he made four years ago to support a grand dialogue on the Igbo people’s future within or outside Nigeria.
“Governor Soludo stands accused of a profound and treacherous betrayal. Four years ago, he courted the support of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and the aspirations of millions, publicly pledging to facilitate a grand dialogue for the Igbo people. Today, he actively persecutes the very people and principles that propelled him to power,” the statement said.
The group criticized the governor for deploying predominantly non-Igbo military and police personnel to blockade economic arteries, describing the move as “the act of a tin-pot dictator, not a democratic leader.”
It further claimed that the Onitsha crisis is “not a result of merchant disobedience but of gubernatorial failure and dictatorial impulse”.
“The governor is strangling the economic lifeblood of the people he swore to serve, shattering the fragile peace he claims to protect,” the foundation said.
It also condemned Soludo’s perceived comfort with the continued detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu by the federal government, calling it evidence that Soludo is “a politician of convenience, not conviction.”
The Rising Sun Foundation warned that any harm inflicted on peaceful protesters or merchants exercising their rights would be interpreted as “an open declaration of war against the Igbo people and their fundamental human rights. The blood will be on Soludo’s hands.”
The group added that the world should hold the Government House in Awka responsible for any breakdown of law and order, insisting that “Governor Soludo fired the first shot with this unjust and provocative blockade”.
“We are a peaceful people, but we say no more killings. The era of Igbo governors colluding to spill the blood of Igbo youths is over. We will not stand idly by and watch history repeat itself,” the statement said.
The foundation also announced it was initiating steps to have Soludo declared persona non grata internationally for what it described as gross violations of democratic norms and economic rights, asserting that “his welcome on the international stage will be rightfully rescinded.”
Calling on international observers, human rights organizations, and the Nigerian federal government to take action, the foundation said, “The siege on Onitsha must be lifted. The path to peace in the South-East is through justice, dialogue, and the release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu—not through military barricades and economic suffocation.”
The group warned the governor, “Governor Soludo, you are at the brink. Pull back. Respect the people. Honor your forgotten promises. The world is watching.”
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New Year: Gov Ododo Calls for Unity, Commitment to Security of Lives, Properties
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Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi state has called for Unity of the people in complementing government’s efforts to tackle rising insecurity in the state.
The Governor also solicited people’s support through hard work, and sustained patriotism as his administration intensifies efforts to deliver people-oriented governance.
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Ododo who made the call in his New Year message to the people of the state, thanked Almighty God for protection and guidance throughout the past year, noting that the period tested the resilience of the people but also strengthened their collective resolve.
The Governor said that despite challenges, the state recorded modest but significant gains across key sectors, including security, infrastructure, education, healthcare, agriculture, and youth and women empowerment, attributing the progress to discipline, unity of purpose, and the cooperation of citizens.
According to him, the New Year presents renewed hope and a stronger resolve by his administration to do more through prudent resource management, inclusive governance, and policies aimed at improving the quality of life of the people, expanding opportunities for youths, empowering women, and strengthening the state’s economy.
Governor Ododo reaffirmed that security remains a top priority of his government, assuring residents of deeper collaboration with security agencies and community stakeholders to sustain peace across the state, stressing that meaningful development can only thrive in a secure environment.
He called on all Kogites to continue to reject division and embrace cooperation, describing the state’s diversity as a strength that must be harnessed to build a Kogi that works for everyone, both in urban and rural communities.
Reiterating his pledge to serve with integrity, transparency, and compassion, the Governor expressed optimism that the New Year would usher in shared prosperity and greater accomplishments for the state.
Governor Ododo also urged continued support for the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, noting that the President’s reforms have strengthened the economy and expanded resources available to sub-national governments for development.
He wished the people of Kogi State a peaceful, prosperous, and fulfilling New Year, while praying for continued progress for the state and the nation.
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One Community, One Honour: Item Okpi Kingdom Celebrates Prof. Arunma Oteh’s Global Legacy
By Abdulrahman Aliagan,
The ancient town of Item in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State was agog on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, as the Item Development Association (IDA) Incorporated trustees hosted the 2025 Item Day Celebration, a historic edition specially designed to honour a single, outstanding personality — Chief, Prof.
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The celebration, held at the playground of Akanu Item Primary School, Akanu Item, was attended by top government officials, traditional rulers, community leaders, clergy, captains of industry and sons and daughters of Item from across Nigeria and the diaspora.
Themed “Building a Greater Item Through Collective Action: The Work Continues,” the 2025 Item Day marked a significant departure from previous editions that featured multiple awardees. This year’s event was deliberately structured around a single award and traditional honour, in recognition of Prof. Oteh’s exceptional contributions to the growth and development of Abia State, Nigeria, Africa and the global community.
A major highlight of the event was a Grand Civic Reception in honour of the Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, whose presence further underscored the importance of the occasion.
At the ceremony, the Item Development Association formally presented the Item Grand Merit Award to Chief Arunma Oteh, OON, describing her as a worthy daughter of the soil whose global achievements have brought immense honour to Item Okpi Ancient Kingdom, Abia State and Nigeria at large.
The award plaque cited her “distinguished leadership and transformative contributions to global development and in appreciation of the great honour this has brought to our community.”
Prof. Oteh was also specially celebrated for her consistent role as a global ambassador of the Amaba-Ukwu Item community, projecting its image positively across international platforms. This singular contribution, the organisers noted, was a key reason she was singled out for the prestigious award.
The event was chaired by Chief Ojay Obasi Eke (Udoka), with Chief Chukwuemeka Ogwo, MBA (Ugwuchukwuemere I of Item) serving as Co-Chairman.
Other dignitaries present were Hon. Dr. Ibekwe Nnamdi Chimdi, Member representing Bende North Constituency in the Abia State House of Assembly; Hon. Okwu Ukoha, Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly; and Hon. Uwabunike Bassey, Executive Chairman (Mayor) of Bende LGA.
Traditional blessings were led by the Royal Father of the Day, HRH Eze Jerry Akpala Igwe (JP), Chairman of the Item Traditional Rulers Council, alongside HRM Eze Silas Okafor Igwe (JP), the Okpi of Item, and other royal fathers.
Religious leaders, including His Grace, Dr. Sunday Ndukwo Onuoha, Archbishop of Umuahia, also offered prayers for the community and the awardee.
The newly conferred Nwanne Ukwu Di Na Mba of Amaba-Ukwu Item, Abia State, Alhaji Chief Dr Ibrahim Mohammed Ajia, congratulated Prof. Arunma Oteh on the well-deserved honour.
He described her as a pride of Item and a shining example of what dedication, integrity and excellence can achieve, noting that her global impact has placed Amaba-Ukwu Item firmly on the world map.
He prayed for greater strength and wisdom for her to continue serving humanity and inspiring future generations.
In her acceptance speech, an emotional Prof. Arunma Oteh expressed profound gratitude to the Item Development Association, the people of Amaba-Ukwu Item, the traditional institution, the Abia State Government and all stakeholders who contributed to the success of the programme.
She pledged to continue projecting the image of her community globally, describing the honour as a renewed call to service.
Prof. Oteh urged sons and daughters of Amaba-Ukwu Item, Abia State and Nigeria at large to embrace courage, resilience and hard work, stressing that “the sky is only the beginning of success for those who dare to dream and work relentlessly.”
She thanked Governor Alex Otti for his support for community development initiatives and commended the leadership of IDA for sustaining the vision of unity, selfless service and progress captured in the association’s motto: “Faith in God and Selfless Service to Our People.”
A Historic Item Day led by Dr. Cyril Onyekachi O. Kalu, President of IDA, and Ambassador Dr. Anthony Chukwudum Okorie, Chairman, Board of Trustees, the 2025 Item Day Celebration has been widely described as historic — not only for honouring one of Item’s most illustrious daughters, but also for reaffirming the community’s commitment to collective development and global relevance.
For many attendees, the celebration was more than an award ceremony; it was a statement of identity, pride and a renewed resolve to build a greater Item for generations yet unborn.
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