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Delta: Epiphany Azinge emerges Asagba of Asaba amid controversy
Epiphany Azinge, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and former Director General of the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (NIALS), has been named the 14th Asagba of Asaba. His formal coronation will take place in due time.
However, Ogbueshi Olisaedua Uwaechia, a prominent Asaba chief and the Okpala Onisha, has criticized the Asagba-in-Council for bypassing the traditional rotation principle in selecting the new Asagba.
The Concerned Asaba Indigenes (CAI) also expressed strong objections to the lack of rotation or zoning within Ugbomanta during the nomination and selection process. They argue that any qualified candidate should be considered regardless of their family, Idumu, or Ogbe within Ugbomanta. The group emphasized that zoning has historically been used to ensure inclusiveness, fairness, and equity among different candidates, villages, and groups.
The CAI condemned the Asagba-in-Council’s decision to disregard zoning in the Ugbomanta quarters, calling it unprecedented and unusual.
Other candidates in the race included Mr. Tony Ogugua Konwea, Prof. Emmanuel Onwuka, and Ogbuechi Chinedu Esealuka, among others. The Asagba-in-Council chose Azinge as the most qualified out of the ten contenders.
Azinge, from the Ugbomanta quarters, is set to succeed Obi Prof. Chike Edozien, who has recently passed away. The selection result was announced by the Ochendo Ahaba (Regent), Dr. Anthony Edozien, according to the Traditional Rulers and Chiefs Edict of 1979, applicable to Delta State. The announcement took place on Sunday afternoon at the former Palace of the Asagba of Asaba in Ezenei quarters, Asaba.
At the time of reporting, dance troupes were performing at the residence of the Asagba-designate, Azinge.
Azinge, a leading contender for the Asagba throne, began his journey to receive the Obi title (red cap), the highest traditional rank among the Ahaba people, on August 5, 2024. He will complete the process at the Udo sacred Ekpele site, where he will receive the indigenous anklet known as “eli li ukwu.”
As per custom, his wife, Valerie Azinge (SAN), will also be honored with the Obiship position of Okpoho Eze.
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Dangote Refinery has announced that it will need to export 95-97 percent of its Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) due to low interest from Nigerian marketers. The refinery, which processes 650,000 barrels per day, revealed that only 3 to 5 percent of petrol marketers are purchasing its fuel.
Devakumar Edwin, Vice President of Oil and Gas at Dangote Industries Limited, shared these details during an X Space session hosted by Nairametrics on Wednesday. He highlighted the challenges facing both the Dangote Refinery and Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
Edwin explained, “I’m selling 2 to 3 percent to small traders who are willing to buy, while the remaining 95 to 97 percent has to be exported,” referring to the local sales of the refinery’s products.
This situation arises as the NNPCL’s deadline for adjusting the Dangote Refinery’s fuel distribution approaches without a clear plan in sight. It is worth noting that while Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, has announced the refinery’s initial petrol rollout, its distribution to marketers is contingent upon NNPCL’s decisions.
The final sixteen teams for the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia have been determined following the conclusion of the group stage.
In recent matches, Ghana triumphed over New Zealand with a score of 3-1, and Japan secured a 2-0 victory against Austria.
As a result, Japan has advanced to the Round of 16, joining the other 15 teams in this knockout stage.
The Round of 16 matches are scheduled for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
The full lineup for the Round of 16 is as follows:
- Spain vs Canada
- Brazil vs Cameroon
- Colombia vs South Korea
- Mexico vs USA
- North Korea vs Austria
- Germany vs Argentina
- Netherlands vs France
- Japan vs Nigeria
The Nigerian Army has refuted claims of widespread resignations among its soldiers due to issues like corruption and low morale.
In a statement, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director of Army Public Relations, dismissed these reports as unfounded.
A news outlet had alleged that numerous Nigerian soldiers were resigning because of corruption and low morale. However, the statement condemned these allegations as misleading and a deliberate attempt to create discontent and undermine the Nigerian Army’s reputation and the dedication of its personnel.
Major General Nwachukwu clarified that, similar to other military organizations worldwide, service in the Nigerian Army is voluntary rather than mandatory. This means that personnel have the freedom to resign following established procedures.
He explained that the resignation process allows personnel to prepare and manage their entitlements, including pensions and gratuities, as outlined in the Harmonized Terms and Conditions of Service (Officers/Soldiers).
Contrary to the report’s implications, the statement emphasized that Nigerian Army personnel are highly motivated, and their welfare is a priority under the leadership of Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja.
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