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Yakubu Maikyau – Tributes to the NBA President Like No Other

Born 58 years ago in Kebbi State, Northwest Nigeria, Yakubu Chonoko Maikyau, SAN, popularly called ‘Y.C,’ did not set out to study Law. He was admitted to study Law against his wish and application to study Veterinary Medicine at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria. Maikyau shared this story in his inaugural address as President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).

“I studied Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in my A-level classes at the School of Basic Studies, Zaria. Never in my wildest thoughts or imaginations did I contemplate studying Law,” Maikyau said.

Based on his education foundation and qualification, he gained admission to study Veterinary Medicine at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria.
After registering for the course, he received news that changed the trajectory of his life.

“About three weeks into my resumption in Veterinary Medicine, I was informed by my friend, Hassan Danjuma, that he saw my name on the admissions list for the Faculty of Law,” he said.
“He literally dragged me to the old Senate Building and pointed out my name on the list. I saw it and was completely taken aback and unsuccessfully tried so hard to convince Hassan that this was, in fact, news to me.”

Yakubu Maikyau - Tributes to the NBA President Like No Other

That news was, in fact, true. Not only was his name on the master list but also the list at the Faculty of Law.
Faced with the dilemma of having two options, he sought advice.

“I travelled to Sokoto to consult with my big brother figure, Mr. J. S. Magaji of blessed memory, who said to me, “if you can cope, Law is a more lucrative course than Veterinary Medicine,” he said.
He left Magaji with a clear course of action.
“Upon return to Zaria, I withdrew from Veterinary Medicine and re-registered as a law student with the encouragement of the then Dean of Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Professor Daniel Saror, who also promised to defer my admission to the following year, so that if I could not cope with Law, I could return to continue with Veterinary Medicine.”

He did not need to fall back on plan B and was full of praise to God, his parents and his sister, who he said sacrificed everything for him and the men who played a role in shaping his education and future.

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Alleged N3bn Scam: APC Governor Orders Release Of PDP Spokesman From Detention – Lifestyle Nigeria

The Governor of Ebonyi State, Francis Nwifuru has directed the immediate release of Mr. Chima Nwoba, the Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), from detention.

This directive was conveyed during a Holy Mass at the Government House Chapel in Abakaliki on Sunday.

In his address, Governor Nwifuru instructed the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Mr. Oguzor Offia-Nwali, to exercise leniency and consider withdrawing the case against Chika Nwoba.

 Additionally, he urged the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Mrs. Grace Umezurike, to comply with the court’s decision regarding Chika Nwoba’s bail by serving as a surety to ensure he meets the bail conditions.

Chima Nwoba had been held in detention since February following his petition to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) concerning alleged embezzlement of N3 billion earmarked for empowerment by Commissioner Offia-Nwali.

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NAFDAC Denies Sugary Nestle Baby Formula Sold in Nigeria

NAFDAC DG, Mojisola Adeyeye

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Sunday said infant formulas by a food and beverage company giant, Nestle, alleged to contain sugar and honey are not registered and not sold in Nigeria.

NAFDAC disclosed this in a statement signed by its management.

Findings by Swiss investigative organisation, Public Eye, and the International Baby Food Action Network, alleged that two of the best-selling baby-food brands marketed by Nestlé in low- and middle-income countries contain high levels of added sugar, while such products are sugar-free in their home country, Switzerland.

The Public Eye and IBFAN scrutinised around 150 products sold by the food giant in lower-income countries and found that almost all the Cerelac infant cereals examined contain added sugar – nearly 4 grams per serving on average, equal to roughly a sugar cube – although they are targeted at babies from six months of age. The highest amount – 7.3 grams per serving – was detected in a product sold in the Philippines.

They also said most of the Nido powdered milk products for young children from one to three years old examined also contain added sugar – almost two grams per serving on average. The maximum value (5.3 grams) was detected in a product sold in Panama.

They, however, added that in Switzerland and Nestlé’s main European markets, such products are sold without added sugar.

NAFDAC, in a statement titled ‘Nestle adds sugar to infant milk sold in poorer countries: NAFDAC’s response,’ however, noted that the agency exercises due regulatory diligence in the registration of infant and young children foods distributed and used in Nigeria in line with relevant Codex Alimentarius international food standards, and more specifically, Nigerian Industrial Standards.

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Outrage As Filling Station Compels Customers Buy Meat Pie Before Fuel (Update) – Lifestyle Nigeria

A bizarre incident has sparked outrage at a filling station, where a customer claims he was told to purchase a meat pie before being allowed to buy fuel. A Update capturing the man’s frustration has gone viral, showing him vehemently objecting to the unusual condition.

The man can be heard expressing his disbelief, questioning why he would be forced to buy a meat pie when he only came to refuel. He labels the demand as “rubbish,” asking if the attendants assumed he was hungry. His rant has resonated with many, who share his sentiment that such a requirement is unreasonable and unacceptable.

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This incident raises concerns about the practices of some businesses and their treatment of customers. While the filling station’s motive behind this demand is unclear, it has certainly sparked a heated debate and calls for greater customer respect.
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