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Agent of Peace: Zone 2, AIG Fayoade and the Spectacular Carol, Thanksgiving Service That Melted Hearts
Known for his penchant for creating firsts, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 2, comprising Lagos and Ogun states, AIG Adegoke Fayoade, has hailed the Nigeria Police Force for its steadfastness in the sustained fight against crime and criminality, saying the Police will remain agent of peace in the society.
AIG Fayoade made the remarks while addressing a crowd of attendants at the maiden Christmas Carol/End of the Year Celebration, with the theme, Police: Agent of Peace to the World, in honour of the dutiful men and officers of Zone 2 of the Nigerian Police, which the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP) attended.
The event, which had in attendance representatives of the various arms of security apparatuses including the Nigerian Army, Navy, Airforce, Department of State Security (DSS), Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Nigerian Customs Service, and Immigration, kickstarted with a heartfelt opening prayer by CSP (Rev Father) Paul Ogbo before the ebullient Police Band led the guests of notable dignitaries through the recitation of the National Anthem, and heartwarming praise and worship session that everyone on their toes, singing, praising and dancing on to the Lord for His goodness all through the year.
Thereafter, AIG Fayoade, who has been praised for his dexterity in policing, intelligence and goal getting abilities, delivered a welcome speech that centered on praises for policemen for jobs well done.
While emphasizing on the need to be proactive, even in peace time, the AIG acknowledged every attendee, with special emphasis to his wife, who is also the Chairperson of Police Officers Wives Association (POWA), Zone 2 branch, Mrs Adenike Fayoade, and kickstarted an avalanche of Bible readings, praise melodies and medley.
“As police officers, we are not just enforcers of the law; we are also called to be agents of peace in our communities.
“This season reminds us of the essence of peace, goodwill, and gratitude.”
The first Bible reading was taken from the book of Isaiah 9: 1-6 by AIG Fayoade while Brigadier-General Igbokwe, who represented the General Officer Commanding 81 Divsion took the second Bible reading from the book of Luke 2: 15-20.
The third and fourth bible readings were taken by the representative of Flag Officer Commanding, Western Naval Command and representative of the AOC from the books of Luke 26: 1-14 and Matthew 1: 18-25 respectively.
Thereafter, the guest minister, Reverend Ben Eragbai exhorted the congregation on the theme ‘favour’ opening the floodgates of Carol songs from invited choirs including Nigerian Airforce Chaplaincy Choir, Zumunta MataPolice Chaplaincy Choir, Nigerian Army Chaplaincy Choir, Zone 2 Chaplaincy Choir, Nigerian Navy Chaplaincy Choir, Our Saviour’s Church Choir, and Lagos State Command Chaplaincy Choir.
It was altogether a moment of soul lifting exercise and exchange of pleasantries, love and camaraderie among the rank and files of the Police for a year of fulfillment, health and most importantly, life.
Speaking to NAOSNP on the sidelines, the elated AIG appreciated his staff for their efforts in putting together the Carol, the first of its kind in the history of the Zone.
“We have created a first in the positive repositioning of appreciative tendencies, and I’m sure a lit of our colleagues and others will follow suit.
“I thank the governors of Lagos and Ogun states for their support in our policing duties as well senior and junior officers of this Zone including CSP Tijani Taofiq; they have all been wonderful,” he said.
In his vote of thanks, DCP Martin Nwogoh, lauded the royal fathers, especially the white cap Chiefs that represented the Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiotu, members of the security agencies and the general public, who trooped out enmasse to make the day a success.
“Expect a much more bigger celebration in the coming year,” he concluded.
CSP (Ven) Tope Ojamo said the closing, bring to a close the first ever Carol and end of the year party of the Zone 2 Police Command.
Abuja, the nation’s federal capital, came alive with joy and excitement on Wednesday as a new set of winners in the ongoing Globacom Festival of Joy promotion received mouth-watering prizes they won at a special presentation ceremony held at the premises of Globacom at Aminu Kano Crescent.
A glittering brand new Toyota Prado, a brand new Kia Picanto, tricycles (Keke Napep) and scores of other prizes including power generating sets, sewing machines and grinding machines were handed over to joyful winners.
Sarah Ilya Madu was presented the keys to her brand-new Toyota Prado by Senator Simon Lalong, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Youth Development, supported by a stellar cast of celebrities and influencers.
Sarah, a federal civil servant from Borno State, who emerged winner of the Toyota Prado in the draw of the promotion held in Abuja last Friday, expressed shock when she was called up. She dropped the call from Globacom several times because the news was too good to be believed.
She said, “I was prevailed upon by my colleagues to do a video call with the Glo staff who called me. Even when I saw the office environment, I was still doubtful.” She added that when she eventually agreed to visit the Glo office, she went with a hefty colleague just in case she was being set up.
Ufot Victor, a 43-year-old businessman based in the FCT, was expectant about winning as he had been recharging regularly so as to cross the minimum requirement for a car. Winning a brand new Kia Picanto was a huge reward for his dedication.
Other lucky winners also went home with tricycles (Keke), power generating sets, sewing machines and grinding machines. Ireimiya Mallo, a SIM registration agent and native of Nasarawa State, who won Keke, said, ”I was so joyful on learning I had won a Keke”. He disclosed that he would be deploying it for commercial purpose”, while the winner of a power generating set, Felix Gabriel, thanked Globacom for always remembering Nigerians every year in its annual promos.
The Special Guest, Senator Simon Lalong, praised the Chairman of Globacom for putting the promo in place for Nigerians and also extolled his strong support for sports. He said he would love to be a winner in the Glo promo one day soon. Also Senator Yemi Adaramodu, the spokesman of the Senate and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Youth Development, said Globacom has always been a brand after his heart, adding that the network is not just attracting customers but also giving out to show that it means well not only for the customers but also for Nigerians.
In his remarks at the event, Globacom’s Head of Division, North West, Mr. Kazeem Kaka, said that to participate in the Festival of Joy promo, new and existing subscribers should dial *611# so as to opt into the promo and to keep recharging thereafter to meet the threshold for the various prizes. He added that new subscribers can participate immediately by purchasing a new SIM, registering it and dialing *611#.
Guests at the event included representatives of the National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC), Mariam Imam, Assistant Director, Consumer Affairs at the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC), Moses Iyi; comedians, Tee A, Seyi Law, and Gordons.
Others were Nollywood duo of Ebube Nwagbo and Juliet Ibrahim as well as popular content creator, Kiekie.
U.S immigration and border officials will be able to arrest migrants at so-called “sensitive” locations again, after the Trump administration overturned policies limiting where such arrests could happen.
Officers will now be able to make arrests at designated “sensitive” areas, including houses of worship, schools, and hospitals.
Officials have been prohibited from doing this since 2011.
Later, the Biden administration expanded the regulation, further restricting the authority’s powers.
“Criminals will no longer be able to hide in America’s schools and churches to avoid arrest,” the Department of Homeland Security said in a statement.
“The Trump Administration will not tie the hands of our brave law enforcement, and instead trusts them to use common sense.”
A second directive reinstates the ability for the U.S. to quickly deport any undocumented person arrested who is unable to prove they have been in the country for more than two years.
A 23-year-old Turkish OnlyFans model, Azranur AV aka Ezra Vandan, has been arrested by Istanbul police after announcing her plan to engage in sexual activity with 100 men within 24 hours.
Vandan’s social media post, in which she declared her intention to live-stream the act in an attempt to set a national record, was deemed “obscene” and “damaging” to public morals by authorities.
“My goal is to break a Turkish record first, then a world record!” she wrote in the now-viral post.
Her arrest was carried out by the Morality Bureau of the Istanbul Security Branch Directorate at a cosmetic surgery clinic in Atasehir, Istanbul.
