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The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, is facing scrutiny due to his connections with the scandal surrounding the Humanitarian Ministry. His company, New Planet Project, received substantial consultancy fees from the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, raising concerns and calls for his suspension.
President Bola Tinubu has already suspended the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Betta Edu, and all programs under the National Social Investment Programme (NSIP). The fate of Tunji-Ojo, however, has sparked divided public opinions.
While some argue for his suspension, drawing parallels with Edu, others praise his contributions to reforming the international passport process and advocate for his leniency. The minister contends that he resigned from his company in 2019, following his election to the House of Representatives, aligning with the Code of Conduct Bureau and Tribunal Act. Critics dispute this, emphasizing his continued ownership and a potential conflict of interest.
Tunji-Ojo has faced previous scandals, including allegations during the NDDC probe, where his company was reported as a beneficiary of questionable contracts. He recused himself from the investigation due to corruption allegations. Another scandal involved scrutiny over his NYSC certificate during ministerial screening, but he was cleared by the Senate.
Despite the ongoing scandal, Tunji-Ojo’s strategy involves addressing issues over time, and his relationship with the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, may be a factor in his favor. During an interview, he reiterated his resignation in 2019, complying with the Code of Conduct rules.
Reports suggest that Tunji-Ojo failed to appear before the Code of Conduct Bureau as scheduled, requesting a new date for his appearance. The situation continues to unfold, with opinions divided on the minister’s actions and the appropriate course of action.
Convicted billionaire kidnapper Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, also known as Evans, and his co-accused Joseph Emeka, have requested a plea bargain in their high-profile kidnapping case.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the State lead counsel, Mr. Yusuf Sule, disclosed the plea bargain request to the court on Thursday during the case’s call for re-arraignment. The case is being heard by Justice Adenike Cokers of the Ikeja High Court.
Evans and Emeka were scheduled to be re-arraigned on an amended five-count charge, including murder, attempted murder, conspiracy to commit felony to wit: kidnapping, and attempted murder.
Sule informed the court, “The case was for re-arraignment, but I am aware that the defendants have applied for a plea.”
The prosecutor also noted that the plea bargain terms are being reviewed by the Attorney-General of Lagos State, Mr. Lawal Pedro (SAN).
Peruvian Health Minister Cesar Vasquez has classified transgender, non-binary, and intersex individuals as mentally ill.
On May 10, Peruvian President Dina Boluarte, Health Minister Cesar Vasquez, and Minister of Economy and Finance Arista Arbildo signed a decree. This decree states that transsexualism, dual-role transvestism, gender identity disorder in childhood, other gender identity disorders, and egodystonic sexual orientation are all categorized as mental health problems.
Cesar Vasquez explained that the decree was necessary for Peru’s public health services to ensure comprehensive medical attention for mental health issues.
The decree has sparked outrage among the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer) community, which has labeled it discriminatory.
A medical researcher at Lima’s Scientific University of the South noted that although the decree might have been well-intentioned, it shows a lack of understanding of complex LGBT issues and potentially opens the door to conversion therapy.
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has singled out captain Bruno Fernandes as the only senior player the club should retain at Old Trafford this summer.
Rooney urged the Red Devils to conduct a major clear-out of players during the summer transfer window.
This recommendation follows Fernandes’ key role in Manchester United’s crucial 3-2 victory over Newcastle United in the Premier League at Old Trafford on Wednesday.
Speaking to Sky Sports (via United in Focus), Rooney stated:
“He is the one player with quality and fight in him. I would keep the young players and Bruno, but all the other players need to go. There has to be a massive clear-out. It’s not going to happen in one year, but over the next couple of years.”
He added, “To compete with Man City, Liverpool, and Arsenal, they need better players.”
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