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Driving the affairs of a cooperative society is not tea party – Edo Commissioner

Cooperative society as a business model, is a “serious business” the commissioner Edo State Ministry of Business Trade and Cooperatives (MBTC), Honorable Patrick Iria Uanseru has charged stakeholders and trustees of cooperative societies in Edo South Senatorial District
The honorable commissioner who was represented by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Mrs. Bose Igbinobaro, gave the charge in his welcome address during a 2-day Workshop organized by the ministry.
The 2-day workshop, with the theme: ‘Consolidating the gains of Cooperative Societies in Edo State’ was organized in collaboration with the Edo Cooperative Federation and supported by LAPO Microfinance Bank, was held at the John Odigie Oyegun Public Service Academy (JOOPSA) in Benin City.
The Academy is a state-of-the-art training facility that provides high-quality learning and development opportunities for public servants in Edo State.
“It is with great pleasure that I welcome you all to this workshop, and I am confident that you will find the sessions informative and engaging.
“We are committed to working together to achieve our common goals, and I look forward to the fruitful collaboration and interaction that will take place during this event.
“Let us all work together to make Edo State a shining example of progress and development.” said the Honourable Commissioner.
The commissioner reminded the participants that as far as the workshop was concerned, the Edo State government was determined to improve the total well-being of its citizenry.
“May I underscore that one take you
must bear in mind as far as this workshop is concerned, is that Government, I mean the Edo State Government under His Excellency, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, means well for you and remains your formidable partner in progress.
“At this juncture, I am super excited to welcome all of you to this workshop and wish you fruitful engagement and interaction. Together, we shall make Edo Great Again “. Hon. Uanseru said.
On her part, the Director of Cooperatives in the ministry, Mrs. Enoma Efeomo, during her paper presentation on,
“Cooperative Legal Framework:Bye-laws As An Effective Tool”, warned participants against cooperative societies investing co-operators’ hard-earned money in Ponzi schemes as the ministry will not hesitate to to wield the big stick should that happen.
She emphasized that bylaws remain the”bible” of every cooperative society, adding that the bylaws are tailored to suit the unique needs of the various cooperatives.
According to Efeomo, “The ministry gives a guide (By-laws) upon registration of a cooperative, expecting that after a while, such by-laws are amended to suit specific needs of the cooperative society.
She said it was important to clarify that the Ministry of Business Trade and Cooperatives only regulates the activities of registered cooperatives, and does not make decisions regarding the distribution of loans.
“The daily operations of cooperatives are the responsibility of their members and leadership, not the Ministry. Efeomo emphasized.
“Cooperatives not registered with the Ministry of Business Trade and Cooperative are operating illegally as Cap 45 of 1976 applicable to Edo state makes registration of cooperatives mandatory “.Efeomo noted.
On his part, the President of the Edo Cooperative Federation, Mr. Falani Ojo urged Cooperato to give executives to be responsible and do justice without bias, especially in loan administration, emphasizing that everyone must be given a sense of belonging.
Mr. Joel Edionwe former Permanent Secretary, MBTC, while speaking on “Cooperative Governance, said cooperative business contributes to making a resilient economy and gives members opportunities to harness knowledge.
Dr. Osamede Ugiagbe, speaking on “Cooperative Evolution and Bookkeeping”, opined that, cooperative societies just like any economic entity are required to keep proper and up-to-date records of their business transactions adding that, that the excellent performance of any cooperative society depends largely on proper bookkeeping.
Mrs. Lillian Ehigiamusoe led other representatives from the Leave Above Poverty Organization ( LAPO) to showcase the products of the organization.
On his part, Revd. Aideyan Eghosa Joseph while speaking on “Cooperative Loan Management” charged participants to avoid sentiments when approving loans so as not to run into problems.
According to him, the character and integrity of applicants should be considered and capable sureties must be provided by the applicants before the release of loan proceeds adding that sureties be put in the know how much they are guaranteeing.
The training with over 170 attendees ends tomorrow and continues in Edo Central and North on the 6th and 7th December,2023 at Irrua Specialist Hospital and Etsako West Local Government Area respectively.
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CUPP lampoon Reps over move to investigate Ugochinyere, others for visit to Fubara

**Calls for reversal of the ill-informed Move by the House of reps
The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) has Condemned the attempt by the House of Representatives to refer Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere and other members to the Committee On Ethics for probe over their Solidarity Visit to the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara.
Fifty members of the House of Representatives hadq paid a solidarity visit to the Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to celebrate his one year in office.
The lawmakers, who consist of members of the Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP), Labour Party ( LP), New Nigeria Peoples Party ( NNPP), All Progressives Grand Alliance ( APGA) and the All Progressives Congress (APC) also include the spokesman of opposition coalition, in the House, Ikenga Ugochinyere..
Ugochinyere had explained on the sideline of the thanksgiving service in Port Harcourt that federal lawmakers were in Rivers to solidarilize with Fubara and celebrate with him on his one year of transformational leadership.
But the House had referred the Honourable members to the Committee on Ethics for disciplinary action over their visit
However, the chairman,
Media Committee of the
Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) Chief Barr. Chukwudi Ezeobika in a statement has tackled the leadership of the House for the action which he said clearly cast doubt on its integrity in the observance and or adherence to the laws which they enact/promulgate.
“Relying on the point of order/ privilege raised by Yusuf Gagdi of the All Progressives Congress, Plateau State to arrive at such decision is erroneous and grossly misleading.
“The House, by this very action, has impugned on the integrity and sacredness of Chapter IV of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) especially Sections 39 and 40 which guarantee Freedom of Expression and the Press as well as that of Peaceful Assembly and Association respectively.
“We, the Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), hereby call on the leadership of the House of Representatives to, without further delay retract its ongoing steps in the purported probe of these Honourable members by its Ethics Committee and not engage in any act that may violate the fundamental rights of its members or any member of the public.
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Kano Police counter reports that Emir Bayero will lead Jumma’t prayer

the Kano State Police Command has countered reports that Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero will lead Jumma’t Prayers at Kofar Kudu Central Mosque, Kano, where Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi, Emir of Kano, leading prayer at the moment.
The reinstated Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II and the dethroned Emir Aminu Ado Bayero, have been laying claim to the throne, creating confusion in the city.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf had dethroned Ado Bayero and asked him to hand over within 48 hours.
But the dethroned monarch in defiance returned to the town under military protection and has been operating from the mini palace since then.
In a statement by Abdullahi Kiyawa, spokesman of Kano Police Command, said, “The Commissioner of Police, CP Mohammed Usaini Gumel, FIPMA, psc further assured that all necessary security arrangements have been made for Alhaji Aminu Bayero to observe his Jummah Prayers in the Mosque where he lives at the Nasarawa Palace.
“The CP also assured that the Police and all other state security agencies will provide adequate security at the Palace where Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II is expected to observe his Jumma’at Prayers.
“Members of the public are therefore advised to ignore the false reports and misinformation circulating on social media and to go about their activities without fear of molestation or intimidation assuring that the Police will continue to provide the necessary security for ensuring that residents observe their Friday congressional prayers peacefully and without threats to their lives and property.”
The emirate tussle has continued to linger since the reinstatement of Sanusi and dissolution of the five emirates.
There have been cnflicting court orders for and against
Based on the conflicting orders, the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kayode Ariwoola, had summoned the head of the Federal High high Court and Kano Chief Judge.
The Police statement reads,
KANO STATE POLICE COMMAND
31ST MAY, 2024
The Kano State Police Command is hereby advising all residents to disregard the false information circulating on social media that Emir Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero will lead Jumma’t Prayers at Kofar Kudu Central Mosque, Kano.
2. The Commissioner of Police, CP Mohammed Usaini Gumel, FIPMA, psc further assured that all necessary security arrangements have been made for Alhaji Aminu Bayero to observe his Jummah Prayers in the Mosque where he lives at the Nasarawa Palace.
3. The CP also assured that the Police and all other state security agencies will provide adequate security at the Palace where Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II is expected to observe his Jumma’at Prayers.
4. Members of the public are therefore advised to ignore the false reports and misinformation circulating on social media and to go about their activities without fear of molestation or intimidation assuring that the Police will continue to provide the necessary security for ensuring that residents observe their Friday congressional prayers peacefully and without threats to their lives and property.
SP ABDULLAHI HARUNA KIYAWA, ANIPR, MNISMA,
POLICE PUBLIC RELATONS OFFICER,
FOR: COMMISSIONER OF POLICE, KANO STATE COMMAND.
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Royal turbulence gets messier as emirs Sanusi II, Bayero move to hold prayer at Palace Mosque

As the royal turbulence continue to shake the foundation of the city of Kano, the ancient city is tension soaked as the two contending Emirs- the reinstated Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II and the dethroned Emir Aminu Ado Bayero, have indicated their determination to hold Jumaat prayers at the Palace Central Mosque.
A press statement issued Thursday night, signed by Danburan Kano, Munir Sanusi Bayero, spelt out the itinerary of the reinstated Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II to the Mosque to lead the Jumaat Prayers.
The statement explained that Emir Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II, who resides in the Palace, and is closer to the contending Mosque, is expected to lead the two rakat Friday prayers.
Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II has been leading the Jumaat Prayers at the Palace Central Mosque as the Amir of the City, a statement explained.
The statement by Danburan invited Kano residents to come and listen to the sermon to be delivered by the Emir Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II.
However, another statement from an aide of the deposed Emir, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero invited residents to join him at the Emir’s Palace Friday Mosque to observe the Juma’at prayer.
It stated that the movement to the Emir’s Palace Mosque starts at 12.30 pm.
However, the police are yet to comment on the development.
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