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Bayelsa has recorded one additional COVID-19 related death and 11 new infections as announced by the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).
Stowe said with the 11 new cases, Bayelsa now has a total of 245 confirmed infections of the disease.
“We have one new death, making 16 death cases in the state and 11 new cases on Sunday.
“Four new persons were discharged, total discharged stood at 127; so, now, Bayelsa had 102 active cases in isolation centres.
“People should continue to adhere strictly to the recommended public health advisories to reduce the transmission of COVID- 19.
“Maintain regular washing of hand with soap and water and use alcohol-based hand sanitiser. Use your facemask, avoid hand shake and crowd;
“Endeavour to practice good respiratory hygiene: when sneezing or coughing, cover your mouth and nose with your sleeve at the flexed elbow or with a tissue. Then dispose-off the used tissue safely, immediately. stay safe, MaskUpBayelsa,” he urged.
The spike in the number of confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Bayelsa has heightened anxiety in the state.
The Acting Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr Daniel Alabrah, quoted him as expressing deep concern over the fatality rate of 6.5% the state has recorded so far, which, according to him, is higher than the national average of 2.5%.
The governor directed that screening of persons at entry points into the state be intensified and ordered the COVID-19 task force to strictly enforce the directive.
Governor Diri, who expressed concern over the spike during the enlarged meeting and briefing of the state’s COVID-19 task force at the Government House, Yenagoa, restated the directive on the compulsory wearing of face masks in all public places, including markets, banks, motor parks, and houses of worship.
While noting that the nationwide presidential curfew directive from 10 pm to 4 am was still in force, he emphasised that the spike in COVID-19-related deaths has necessitated the adoption of stringent measures to secure the lives of its citizens from the pandemic.
The governor, highlighting the role of religious leaders in partnering with government toward creating awareness about the virus, lifted the ban on wedding ceremonies but directed that they be held only on Sundays.
He also directed the unsealing of a church that violated the COVID-19 protocols but called on church leaders not to misinterpret government’s intention in the ongoing fight against the virus.
Diri pointed out that while the government holds them in high esteem, church leaders must respect the biblical injunction advising them to respect those in authority.
The governor saluted the commitment and dedication of frontline health personnel in the state in the battle against the pandemic and promised to provide the necessary support and encouragement.
He directed the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health to furnish his office with the necessary documents for the purchase of bio-safety and other critical medical equipment for the commencement of COVID19 testing in the state.
His words: “Yenagoa has been declared as COVID-19 high risk area. But the state government will not fold its arms and allow our state capital to be locked down because of coronavirus. So everybody must take responsibility and come to terms that the virus does exist.”
The Industrial Court sitting in Yenagoa, capital of Bayelsa State, has ordered the reinstatement of four lecturers demoted by the Federal University of Otuoke in Ogbia Local Government Area.
Recall that in 2018 the institution downgraded Prof Steve Nwabuzor from the rank of a professor to Lecturer 1, Dr Felina Nwadike, Associate Professor to Senior Lecturer.
Presiding judge, Justice Bashiru Alkali, ruled that the claimants be reinstated to their full status, privileges and entitlements by the institution.
Justice Alkali ruled that the university should pay each claimant N5m for defamation and N200,000 each for cost of litigation.
All the litigants were from the Diaspora, who returned to serve in the university.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) youths have urged the Supreme Court to dismiss Timi Alaibe’s case before the apex court.
The PDP added that any contrary decision by the Supreme Court might ignite crisis in the region.
The PDP Youths, under the aegis of South South Youth Vanguard, said that they are aware that Alaibe has been making overture to the All Progressives Congress (APC) so that the apex court will favour him.
The group warned the APC not to ignite any avoidable crisis in the state over Bayelsa state governorship election that has already been concluded by the Supreme Court.
The PDP South South Youth Vanguard said that peace should be allowed to reign in the state, adding that APC shouldn’t aid and abet any crisis in the state.
The PDP youths said: “We understand that Timi Alaibe is looking for every mean possible to ensure that Supreme Court favors him.
“And we also understand that is why he’s wooing APC to influence the case before the apex court. We understand that is why he’s telling them that he will join the APC if he wins.
“We are sending this message to the APC government to ignore all the antice of Alaibe and let Bayelsa, the state that has been relatively peaceful to enjoy its peace.
“We are also urging the Supreme Court to dismiss the Alaibe case, so as to avoid crisis in the state.
Bayelsa has recorded 27 new cases of COVID-19, which increased the total number of confirmed cases to 155.
“Let’s break the transmission of COVID-19 by adhering to recommended public health advisories.
“Wear facemask in public places maintain social distancing, wash your hands regularly take responsibility stay safe,” he said.
ABayelsa State High Court sitting in Yenagoa, the capital, has ordered the Peoples Democratic Party in the state to pay N105m outstanding arrears of rent to landlord of its secretariat complex.
Delivering judgment on suit no:YNC/50/2019, on Thursday, Justice T. I. Cocodia, granted the landlord and former council chairman, Mr Chubby Walson's prayers that he is entitled to payment of rent from the PDP for the use of his six-storey building located along Alamieyeseigha Expressway, Yenagoa, as Corporate Secretariat complex of the PDP from August 2008 till date.
Justice Cocodia also ordered the PDP to pay the due rent of N20m to the landlord to cover July 2018 to July 2019 if the matter transcends August 1, 2019.
In his reaction to the judgment, counsel to the landlord, Kelvin Ejelonu Esq, described the ruling as well deserved, adding that the claimant proved his case beyond reasonable doubt.
Gunmen suspected to be cultists on Monday night attacked a local drinking spot along the Custom Road area of Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital, killing three persons and leaving five others critically injured.
Among those killed was a 50-year-old landlord named Mr Niceman Agonebi, who is an in-law to a former deputy governor of the state, Peremobowei Ebibi.
A restaurant owner popularly called Madam Odey, had her jaw torn apart by a stray bullet from the guns of the rampaging cultists while two others received fatal gunshot wounds.
Eyewitnesses said that the gunmen arrived in the area in a commercial tricycle popularly known as Keke NAPEP at about 8pm and opened fire on their target, who was in the midst of people at the local drinking spot.
Some policemen together with members of the Bayelsa State Vigilante Service and State Volunteer chased the gunmen, who escaped through the Edepie/Tombia area of the state capital.
Acting Chairman of the State Vigilante Service, Mr Doubiye Alagba, said that the state government had gathered useful information on the activities of the cult group involved in the killings and will ensure members were brought to book.
The incident is linked to the ongoing rivalry war between some members of the Icelanders and Bobos cult gangs known as De Bam.
Spokesperson for the police in the state, Asinim Butswat, confirmed the incident, adding that the perpetrators will soon be arrested and brought to book.
Bayelsa State on Friday recorded its first COVID-19 death.
The state COVID-19 Task Force made this announcement in a press conference in Yenagoa, the capital.
The task force said the victim was a military man that developed severe respiratory distress.
According to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, Bayelsa State currently has 12 confirmed COVID-19 cases.
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Nigeria, [Oct 9 2023] – The 2023 Nigerian presidential election has left the nation in turmoil, with concerns growing over the integrity of the electoral process and the voice of the masses. This sixth consecutive presidential election since the end of military rule in 1999 saw a historic shift, breaking unwritten traditions and sparking legal battles that now leave the populace searching for answers.
Historic Election Raises Eyebrows
In a historic turn of events, the 2023 election saw a Muslim-Muslim ticket securing the presidency, shattering the norms of power rotation between the north and south, and between Christians and Muslims. This unprecedented move was followed by controversy, including low voter turnout, violence, and allegations of rigging. According to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), only 26.71% of registered voters cast their ballots, marking the lowest turnout since the nation's return to democracy in 1999. Voter apathy, insecurity, logistical problems, and regional boycotts contributed to this dismal figure. Also, INEC was popularly accused of refusing to transmit results of presidential by BiVAS to create a chance for the ruling party APC and it's presidential aspirant to manipulate vote results.
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The aftermath of the election saw legal challenges filed by Atiku Abubakar of the PDP and Peter Obi of the LP, both claiming widespread irregularities and vote manipulation. Their petitions landed at the doorstep of the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal (PEPT), where a five-judge panel presided over the hearings from March to August 2023. The PEPT ultimately dismissed most claims, ruling that the petitioners failed to prove their allegations beyond reasonable doubt. In a significant move, the tribunal upheld the eligibility and qualification of the elected president, despite concerns over academic credentials and alleged involvement in drug trafficking.
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On September 6, 2023, the PEPT delivered its final judgment, confirming the election results and dismissing the petitions. The tribunal stated that the elected president secured the highest number of lawful votes and met the constitutional requirements for victory. This decision left the petitioners disheartened, vowing to take their cases to the Supreme Court, Nigeria's highest judicial authority. They have 21 days from the judgment date to file their appeals.
Masses Seek Ways to Reclaim Their Mandate
With uncertainty looming and rumors of financial influence circulating, the question that weighs heavily on the minds of Nigerians is, "What options are left for the masses to reclaim their mandate?" Several possibilities have emerged:
1. Appeal to the Supreme Court: Some hope rests on the outcome of the appeals at the Supreme Court, where they could anticipate a reversal of the tribunal's verdict or a call for a fresh election. However, this path may be protracted and uncertain.
2. Peaceful Protest and Civil Disobedience: Peaceful demonstrations, rallies, marches, sit-ins, boycotts, and strikes offer a non-violent means to express grievances and pressure the government and INEC for change. Nevertheless, this avenue may face resistance and the risk of escalating into violence.
3. Dialogue and Negotiation: Engaging in dialogue and negotiation with the government and stakeholders could potentially lead to a political solution that respects the will of the people and ensures credible elections. However, past attempts at dialogue have left many disillusioned. Was it not rigorous and protracted dialogues that led to reforms and amendments to the electoral laws and institutions that introduced electronic voting and transmission of results via Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BIVAS), strengthening INEC's independence and accountability, and ensuring a level playing field for all party candidates? INEC simply did not play by the rules? And PEPT interpreted INEC's independence to mean impunity to flout electoral laws. This option may no longer be attractive to the civil society players for now
4. Resort to Violence and Rebellion: A more extreme path involves violent resistance, including guerrilla warfare, sabotage, assassination, or even a coup d'état to challenge the government's authority. However, this option may have severe consequences for the country's stability and security and may result in more bloodshed and suffering.
In the end, the choice lies with the masses themselves. Each option carries its own set of risks and consequences, and the decision must be made carefully while upholding the principles of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. As Nigeria stands at a crossroads, the actions taken by the people will determine the nation's future.
NIGERIA AT 63: NOTHING LEFT TO CELEBRATE
Nigeria, Africa's most populous country and the world's sixth most populous, marks its 63rd anniversary of independence today, October 1, 2023. Many Nigerians, however, have little or nothing to take pleasure in or celebrate, as the country faces numerous issues that have destroyed its potential and possibilities.
Since gaining independence from Britain in 1960, Nigeria has been plagued by successive leadership failures, corrupt leaders who prioritize personal interests over public interest, poor infrastructure, a lack of health care facilities, insecurity, and economic woes; today, a dollar exchanges for over a thousand niara on the foreign exchange market. All of these factors have led to Nigeria's poor performance in different indicators of economic growth and development.
Nigeria's GDP per capita in 2020 was $2,229, putting it 149th out of 189 nations, according to the World Bank. In 2019, the country's human development index (HDI), which evaluates inhabitants' quality of life, was 0.539, ranking it 161st out of 189 countries. In 2020, the country ranked 131st out of 190 in the ease of doing business index, which evaluates the regulatory environment for enterprises.Nigeria
Moreover, Nigeria has been grappling with the problem of poverty and inequality for decades. According to the World Poverty Clock, Nigeria is the world's poverty capital, with about 105 million people living in extreme poverty as of October 2020. This means that more than half of the country's population survives on less than $1 per day. The poverty situation is worsened by the high rate of unemployment, which stood at 33.3% as of December 2020.
In addition to the economic challenges, Nigeria also faces security threats from various sources, such as the Boko Haram insurgency in the northeast, the banditry and kidnapping in the northwest, the farmer-herder clashes in the middle belt, oil theft in the Niger-delta and the separatist agitation in the southeast. These conflicts have claimed thousands of lives and displaced millions of people from their homes.
Furthermore, Nigeria suffers from poor infrastructure and lack of basic amenities, such as electricity, water, roads, and health care. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Nigeria's health system is ranked 187th out of 191 countries in terms of overall performance. The country has one of the lowest ratios of doctors to patients in the world, with about four doctors per 10,000 people. The country also has one of the highest maternal and child mortality rates in the world, with about 800 women dying from pregnancy-related causes per 100,000 live births and about 120 children dying before their fifth birthday per 1,000 live births.
Given these grim realities, it is hard to find any reason to celebrate Nigeria's independence anniversary. The country has failed to live up to its potential and aspirations as the giant of Africa and a leader in the continent. The country has also failed to deliver on its social contract with its citizens, who have been denied their basic rights and dignity.
Therefore, as Nigeria marks its 63rd year as a sovereign nation, it is time for its leaders and citizens to reflect on the past mistakes and failures and chart a new course for the future. It is time for Nigeria to embrace good governance, accountability, transparency, rule of law, and respect for human rights and shun all forms of electoral malpractices especially the type we saw in just concluded general election. It is time for Nigeria to invest in its human capital, infrastructure, security, and social welfare. It is time for Nigeria to unite and work together for a common goal of peace and prosperity. It is time for Nigeria to rise from its ashes and reclaim its glory and assert herself in the committee of nations.
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