David Okoye, Author at OHAFIATV

Jan

09

2024

President Tinubu Takes Swift Action: Sacks CEOs for Agency Restructuring

News2024, Nigeria

President Bola Tinubu has initiated a strategic move to revamp crucial federal agencies, prioritizing the protection of consumer rights and strengthening key growth-enabling institutions for enhanced contributions to the nation's economy. In line with this agenda, two chief executives have been dismissed from their positions: 1. **Mr. Babatunde Irukera** — Former EVC/CEO of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). 2. **Mr. Alexander Ayoola Okoh** — Former Director-General/CEO of the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE). Both ousted executives have been directed to hand over their responsibilities to the next most senior officer within their respective agencies, pending the appointment of…

Jan

09

2024

By David Okoye

Pope Francis Calls for Global Ban on Surrogacy, Labels It “Despicable” and “Commercialised”

NewsMetro

Pope Francis, in his New Year address at the Vatican, urged for a worldwide ban on surrogacy, denouncing it as "despicable" due to its commercialization of childbirth. The Pope expressed his concern about exploiting poor fertile women, stripping them of dignity, and violating both the woman and child's dignity. During the address, Pope Francis emphasized that surrogacy is a grave violation based on the exploitation of maternal material needs. He pleaded for a global prohibition, asserting that children are gifts and should never be treated as commodities in business transactions. “The path to peace calls for respect for life,” reiterated…

Jan

09

2024

By David Okoye

Anambra Police Unveil Successful Yuletide Operations, Rescue Kidnap Victims

NewsAnambra State, Security

The Anambra State Police Command, led by Commissioner Aderemi Adeoye, revealed its commendable achievements in yuletide operations conducted between December 1, 2023, and the present date. The operations resulted in the arrest of 30 suspects involved in various criminal activities. The arrests included 12 individuals implicated in kidnapping, nine in armed robbery, six in cultism, and three for alleged insurgency. The law enforcement efforts also led to the recovery of 11 vehicles, 12 firearms, and 40 ammunition rounds from the apprehended suspects. Regrettably, two police personnel from the Enugu command lost their lives in a tragic incident at Uga Roundabout…

Jan

08

2024

By David Okoye

FCTA Assures Swift Solutions for Abuja’s Education Challenges

NewsEducation, FCT

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has pledged prompt action to tackle issues affecting the primary and secondary education system in Abuja. Dr. Danlami Hayyo, the mandate secretary of the Education Secretariat, made this commitment following a visit to various secondary schools in Abuja to oversee the commencement of the second term. During the monitoring tour, Mr. Hayyo emphasized that the objective was to identify challenges affecting schools and ensure effective solutions. He assured that the Education Secretariat had taken note of all problems encountered and would engage with the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, to implement swift actions. Highlighting the…

Jan

08

2024

By David Okoye

Court Awards N100 Million Damages to Suspended CBN Governor in Rights Violation Case

NewsCrime, Finance, Judiciary

Justice Olukayode Adeniyi of the FCT High Court has ordered the federal government and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to pay N100 million in damages to the suspended former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Emefiele, for rights violations. Mr. Emefiele had taken legal action against the federal government, Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), and EFCC, asserting violations of his fundamental rights to life, personal liberty, fair hearing, and freedom of movement. He sought the court's declaration that his prolonged detention by the EFCC since June 10, 2023, and subsequent transfer to the custody of…