IMO SPORTS COMMISSIONER HONOURS DESIRE OPARANOZIE TESTIMONIAL MATCHES

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December 15, 2023

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…As Imo APC Chairman and other top Government functionaries attend the sports event.

Date: 15-12-2023

The Hon. Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development in Imo State, Hon.Emeka Okoronkwo, yesterday honoured Desire Oparanozie’s testimonial match at the Dan Anyiam Stadium. The match was a celebration of Oparanozie’s successful career as a footballer and her contributions to the sport. The event was attended by several prominent individuals, including Hon. Macdonald Ebere Ph.D, State Chairman APC, former Commissioner for youth, Hon. Dan Chike Ogu, Hon. Nkechi Mbonu, Okigwe LGA SOLAD, Hon. Ejiogu Charles, ISIEC Chairman, and Prince Ogbonna, Sports Commission Chairman, amongst other dignitaries.

Hon. MacDonald Ebere, PhD, the State Party Chairman of Imo APC, expressed his heartfelt congratulations to Desire Oparanozie during her testimonial match. He commended her outstanding contributions to Nigerian football and noted that her success resonates beyond sports, serving as an inspiration to aspiring athletes in Imo State. Hon. MacDonald Ebere highlighted the importance of recognizing and celebrating local talents, emphasizing the positive impact Oparanozie has had on the youths and Owerri community.

He also acknowledged the collaborative effort between the sports community and the government, stating that events like Oparanozie’s testimonial match showcase the unity and support for athletes in the state. Hon. MacDonald Ebere reiterated the commitment of Imo State Government in promoting sports development, recognizing athletes’ achievements, and fostering a conducive environment for emerging talents to thrive. The State Party Chairman expressed optimism about the continued success of athletes like Oparanozie contributing to the overall growth and prestige of Imo State in the realm of sports.

Desire Oparanozie is a Nigerian professional footballer who has had an illustrious career both at the national and international level. She has represented Nigeria in several international competitions and has been a key player for the Super Falcons. Oparanozie’s dedication and commitment to the sport have earned her the respect and admiration of football fans both in Nigeria and abroad.

The testimonial match was a fitting tribute to Oparanozie’s career, as it provided an opportunity for her to be celebrated by her fans, colleagues, and supporters. The event was also an opportunity for the Imo State government to recognize and appreciate Oparanozie’s contributions to the sport of football. The presence of Hon. Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development,Emeka Okoronkwo, and other prominent individuals at the event demonstrates the importance and significance of Oparanozie’s achievements in the world of sports.

The testimonial match was a memorable and emotional occasion, as Oparanozie’s teammates, friends, and fans gathered to pay tribute to her career. The event was a reflection of the impact that Oparanozie has had on the sport of football and the lives of those around her. It was a fitting send-off for a player who has made significant contributions to Nigerian football and has been a role model for young athletes.

Overall, the testimonial match in honour of Desire Oparanozie was a testament to her remarkable career and the positive influence she has had on the sport of football. The event was a celebration of Oparanozie’s achievements and a demonstration of the respect and admiration she has earned from her colleagues and supporters. It was also a reflection of the Imo State government’s commitment to supporting and recognizing the achievements of its athletes.

Kogi: Okada riders protest over alleged police harassment, hike in levies by govt

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May 5, 2025

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Commercial motorcycle riders in Lokoja, the Kogi State capital, on Monday protested over alleged police harassment and hike in levies by the State Government.

The protesters barricaded parts of the popular Muritala Muhammed Way in Lokoja to register their grievances.

Addressing journalists, Chairman, Motorcycles Owners Operators of Nigeria, Lokoja Branch, Abdulrahaman Abubakar, lamented that the police and other security agencies who are supposed to protect them have been allegedly extorting their members who are doing their legitimate businesses.

He frowned at the consistent increase in the levies imposed on their members by the state government, noting that its impact is not being felt by motorcyclists in the state.

“We are tired of this harassment from the police in Lokoja. If our members are going through Felele, Zango axis or anywhere in Lokoja, the police will stop them just to collect money even though they had no case to answer.

“This is totally unfair and unacceptable. For how long are we going to continue like this? The state government must do something to put an end to this day light robbery.

“The state government on the other hand are making things worse for us. They kept increasing taxes of our members on daily basis. How much are we making that they just want to rip us off? They keep collecting much money from us without considering the implications on our families. Some of our members are riding their bikes because they collected it through hire purchase.

“Many of them can no longer meet their daily target due to over taxation. If this continues we might be forced to withdraw our services from the roads in Kogi State,” he said.

Abubakar appealed to the state government to reverse it policy so that the union can be responsible for the collection of dues from it members.

“I trust both of them and I love my wife” Man says after his wife’s ex moved in with them.

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May 5, 2025

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A woman moved in with her ex-husband, current husband and their two children to save money on rent and says they all get on “amazingly.”

Megan Meyer, 25, was married to her ex-husband, police officer, Tyler, 25, for almost four years and they had a daughter, 3, before the pair split at the end of 2023.

While the divorce was being finalized, she ended up reconnecting with her high school boyfriend, Michael, 25, a laborer.

Just two months later, she fell pregnant with Michael’s baby, and the three adults decided to move to the East Coast in separate apartments, to help raise and co-parent their children.

But the three eventually decided to move in together to save on rent costs.

Megan says the dynamic with her “brother husbands” is just like any other housemate situation, with herself and Michael in the upstairs bedroom, and Tyler sleeping in the garage.

Megan, a stay-at-home mom, said: “Finances just got so unbearable — at the beginning of May [2024], I was dropping my daughter off at my ex’s place, when I asked, hesitantly, if we could all move in together.

“My current husband had been suggesting it for a while — but I kept telling him it was ‘crazy,’ and that it isn’t what people do.

“I came round to the idea of us having one place, but our own space — and to my surprise, Tyler said ‘yes.’”

Tyler said: “Some of the pros of living together include more quality time with my daughter and her getting to witness healthy relationships between us.

“There’s no awkwardness between us at all, except when we all bicker at TV time.

“My new partner is excited and wants to join the circus, she loves the dynamic and how much we’re willing to sacrifice for our kids.”

Michael said: “My parents divorced young, so I didn’t experience a complete family setting myself — but I always wished it for my own family someday.

“Even though this living situation is awkward to some, it fits us all for now.

“I feel good. My wife and her ex hurl at the sight of each other, sometimes, so I have nothing to worry about!

“I trust both of them and I love my wife with every bit of my soul.”

Rivers: NASS urges Supreme Court to dismiss PDP suit with N1bn fine

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May 5, 2025

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The National Assembly has urged the Supreme Court of Nigeria to dismiss the suit filed by 11 governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) challenging the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State.

In its response, the National Assembly argued that the suit was procedurally flawed and lacked merit.

The legislative arm of the government further contended that the court lacked the jurisdiction to entertain the suit and should award N1 billion in costs against the plaintiffs for filing what it termed a frivolous and speculative suit.

The National Assembly, in a preliminary objection, argued that the court lacked the jurisdiction to entertain the case, particularly against it, “the second defendant”.

While declaring that it holds a memorandum of conditional appearance, the National Assembly stated that due process was not followed in instituting the suit.

It stressed that the plaintiffs failed to issue the statutorily required three-month pre-action notice to the Clerk of the National Assembly, as mandated under Section 21 of the Legislative Houses (Powers and Privileges) Act, 2017.

“A person who has a cause of action against a Legislative House shall serve a three months’ notice to the office of the Clerk of the Legislative House disclosing the cause of action and reliefs sought,” it said.

The NASS further argued that the plaintiffs did not secure resolutions from their respective State Houses of Assembly, a prerequisite for approaching the Supreme Court under its original jurisdiction provisions outlined in the Supreme Court (Original Jurisdiction) Act, 2002.