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G7 partners pledges $420-million-dollar investments for Africa as Nigeria positions

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Leaders of the Group of 7(G7) countries held a meeting with Italian and United States private sector representatives resulting in a $420-million-dollar investment commitment towards African countries.

This was disclosed in a statement published on Thursday, on the website of the government of Italy, the current host of the ongoing 50th G7 summit.

Tagged “G7 Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment Side Event Co-Chair Statement”, the statement revealed the G7 co-chairs welcomed the commitments of $100 million and $320 million by partners, aimed at meeting the infrastructure and development needs of Africa through private sector engagement.

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Nigeria is strategically positioned to benefit from the commitments made at the G7 summit.

The G7 is an informal association of seven of the world’s advanced economies(Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States, as well as the European Union), most of whom were Nigeria’s biggest trading partners in Q1, 2024.

According to data from NBS and Naralytics, France, US, Canada, and Italy were Nigeria’s top ten export trading partners in Q1, 2024.

These G7 leaders agreed to support flagship projects to develop transformative economic corridors for quality infrastructure and investments, touching Africa, the Middle East and Europe.

It stated that a coalition of U.S. investors highlighted and committed new billions of dollars in private investment in scaled infrastructure in emerging markets as a way of supporting the G7’s Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII) topline goal of mobilizing $600 billion in infrastructure investment in emerging economies.

The statement partly reads,

“Today, Italy joined U.S. and EU efforts to promote sustainable development along the Lobito Corridor – committing to strengthen collaboration and mobilize an additional aggregate contribution of up to $320 million in investment in support of the core rail infrastructure and of the related side projects, with a view to additionally creating synergies with AGIA (Alliance for Green Infrastructure in Africa).

“The Co-chairs welcomed the Africa Green Industrialization Initiative (AGII) as a key platform for collaboration on infrastructure investment in Africa and celebrated the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) commitment of up to $100 million in philanthropic catalytic investment capital to unlock an additional $1 billion in private finance.”

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Police sacks Officer Peter Ejike, Who Colluded With Zion Ministry’s Ebuka Obi To Prosecute Blogger ‘Ijele Speaks’, For Fraud

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Recall that the feud between Ebuka Obi, the founder of Zion Ministry, and blogger Chizorom Harrison Ofoegbu, popularly known as “Ijele Speaks,” began when Ijele Speaks accused Ebuka Obi of performing fake miracles.

This accusation led to a series of events that ultimately resulted in Ijele Speaks’ arrest and detention.

Ebuka Obi filed a petition against Ijele Speaks, accusing him of cyberstalking, threat to life, and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace. Officer Peter Ejike, who was later dismissed for fraud, colluded with Ebuka Obi to prosecute Ijele Speaks.

During his detention, Ijele Speaks’ health deteriorated significantly, and he was allegedly poisoned, leading to kidney failure and cardiac arrests. His lawyer, Prince Okechukwu Emezu, wrote to the Inspector General of Police, highlighting the unlawful detention and seeking intervention to prevent a potential tragedy.

The situation drew widespread criticism, with many calling for Ijele Speaks’ release and condemning the actions of Officer Ejike and Ebuka Obi.

The Nigerian Police Force have eventually dismissed Officer Ejike for fraud, and it is unclear what further actions will be taken in the case. Stay tuned for further updates, Please follow ekwutosblog on Instagram.

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TERRORISM: POLICE STRIKES MAJOR BLOW TO TERRORISM, NEUTRALIZES ESN TERRORIST KINGPINS, DESTROYS DEADLY CAMPS IN IMO.

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TERRORISM: POLICE STRIKES MAJOR BLOW TO TERRORISM, NEUTRALIZES ESN TERRORIST KINGPINS, DESTROYS DEADLY CAMPS IN IMO.

As Operatives Recover Dangerous Weapons, Other Assets.

As part of the efforts of the Nigeria Police Force to emplace peace and public safety across the country, police operatives attached to the Imo State Police Command have achieved a significant milestone in the ongoing battle against terrorism with the neutralization of three deadly terrorist kingpins associated with the Eastern Security Network (ESN).

On January 24, 2025, operatives from the Command’s tactical Unit following credible intelligence launched a coordinated operation aimed at locating and dislodging the terrorist hideouts. The police operatives located the terrorists’ hideout in a forest within Ihube, Okigwe LGA. Upon approach, the operatives came under heavy fire from suspected IPOB/ESN terrorists but demonstrated exceptional courage and engaged the attackers in a fierce gun battle.

The operation resulted in the neutralization of 6 members of the terrorist group, with 3 being ESN kingpins identified as Ifeanyi Anayo a.k.a. Zuma De Rock (28), Chukwuemeka Odionyenfe a.k.a. Nmimi (22), and Kingsley Sunday (21)—all natives of Ogube, Ihube in Okigwe Local Government Area, and the recovery of five AK-47 rifles, 552 rounds of live ammunition, Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), several communication equipment, along with 8 operational motorcycles used by the group. Prior investigations had revealed the involvement of the group in several high-profile crimes, including the attack on the Owerri Correctional Center on April 5, 2021, the killing of five policemen in Umunna, Okigwe, on December 12, 2022, and the burning of Arondizuogu Police Station on February 8, 2022. The group was also involved in multiple kidnappings, including those of WAEC staff on June 5, 2023, four reverend sisters on August 21, 2022, and four Chinese nationals on December 6, 2023.

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., has commended the gallant operatives for their exceptional display of bravery and coordination. The IGP charges police operatives across commands and formations to sustain the tempo and implement the Force’s action plan aimed at reducing crimes drastically in the first quarter of the year 2025. The Nigeria Police Force remains unyielding in its goal towards ensuring national security and public safety. Members of the public are hereby urged to remain vigilant and work collaboratively with the Nigeria Police Force to promote peace and ensure a safer environment for all citizens.

 

ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra, fCAI,
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
FORCE HEADQUARTERS,
ABUJA.

25TH JANUARY, 2025.

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Renowned Comedian Alibaba’s Spouse Shares Enchanting Snap of Their Trio of Bundles of Joy to Commemorate Their First Year of Life

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Renowned Comedian Alibaba’s Spouse Shares Enchanting Snap of Their Trio of Bundles of Joy to Commemorate Their First Year of Life

What a momentous occasion for Alibaba and his loved ones! The commemoration of their triplets’ inaugural birthday is genuinely unforgettable.

The comedian’s better half, Mary’s sentimental post, replete with captivating images and a heartfelt message of appreciation and devotion, undoubtedly elicited immense delight from their admirers and dear ones. The names Aaron, Alexander, and Andrew also exude a beautiful symmetry.

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