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Warm Homecoming For Ugwuanyi, As Nwodo Describes Him ‘Best Performing Governor”

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..Kinsmen endorse governor for second term

….Confer on him Chieftaincy title of “Udulekenyi 1 of Orba Udulekenyi”

The former Governor of old Enugu State and National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Okwesilieze Nwodo has declared Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi as “the best performing Governor in Nigeria”.

Dr. Nwodo also described Gov. Ugwuanyi as “a humble, indefatigable, humane and outstanding manager of men and resources, for the development of Enugu State”.

Speaking during a Thanksgiving Mass and endorsement rally for Gov. Ugwuanyi by his kinsmen from Orba Udulekenyi in Udenu Local Government Area, the former Governor appreciated the various endorsements for the governor’s re-election in 2019 from all spheres of the society because of his outstanding performance and uncommon leadership style, describing it as a good omen for the state.

He said: “We will not be tired of recalling and commending your performance; continue to pray for you and eulogize your uncommon leadership style”.

Dr. Nwodo therefore, urged the people of Enugu State to ensure that they obtain their voters’ cards and “join the winning train of the PDP for them to continue to enjoy the dividends of democracy in the state”.

In his sermon, Rev. Fr. Emeka Ngwoke thanked God for what He has been using Gov. Ugwuanyi to do in the state, noting that “good leadership is truly manifesting in Enugu State”.

The cleric appreciated the governor’s humble and peaceful disposition as well as his close relationship with the lowly and neglected, saying: “For once, our state now speaks and thinks as brothers and sisters”.

He expressed delight that the political division in the state in the past had gone since the emergence of Gov. Ugwuanyi’s administration.

Rev. Fr. Ngwoke also thanked Gov. Ugwuanyi for tackling the economic challenges that confronted the state when he assumed office as a result of the state’s high debt profile and the drastic drop in the nation’s crude oil prices.

He disclosed that the governor’s civility, decency, vision, respect for all and exemplary leadership qualities made it possible for his administration to record the unprecedented feats achieved in the last three years.

He equally appealed to the people of Enugu State, especially adults who have not obtained their voters’ cards to do so as “you are failing in your civic responsibility”.

Endorsing Gov. Ugwuanyi for re-election in 2019, the people of Orba community, in an address delivered by the President General, Orba Udu General Assembly, Chief Charles Mbah, said they are proud of their “illustrious son and a worthy ambassador”.

They maintained that the governor “with his usual characteristics as a prudent, accountable and judicious manager of resources”, has in spite of the nation’s economic challenges, entrenched peace and good governance in Enugu State.

Gov. Ugwuanyi’s kinsmen added that the governor, when other states could not pay workers’ salaries and were consequently downsizing the workforce, was “recruiting additional workers, paying salaries promptly including the peculiar 13th month salary, which was paid across the entire Enugu State including to primary school teachers and local government Staff”.

The Jubilant people also listed other remarkable achievements of the Governor in all spheres of development ranging from massive roads construction, rural development, empowerment, education, health, security, among others, stressing that “Your Excellency’s good governance status has resulted in your endorsement and blessing for your second term in office across the state”.

“It is against this background that Orba Udelekenyi is today giving her unalloyed endorsement /blessing to her illustrious son, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi (Nwa Orba Udu) to go back at the Lion Building come 2019 and finish up the good work he has started in the state”, they declared.

Popular Nollywood actors at the rich and colorful event, namely Chief Pete Edochie, John Okafor popularly known as Ibu, and Rachael Okonkwo (Nkoli Nwa Nsukka), all praised Gov. Ugwuanyi for his good works, humility and commitment to the well-being of the people, declaring their firm support for his re-election in 2019.

Other dignitaries that graced the occasion include the Speaker of Enugu State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Edward Ubosi and his colleagues; Senator Chukwuka Utazi and other members of the National Assembly; the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Nnia Nwodo; member of the PDP Board of Trustees, Amb. Mrs. Justina Eze; State Chairman of the PDP, Hon. Augustine Nnamani; Chairman of Enugu State Traditional Rulers Council, HRH, Igwe Amb. Lawrence Agubuzu and other royal fathers; EXCO members; council chairmen; former Senators and House of Representatives members; among other stakeholders.

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KFC apologises to Gbenga Daniel’s son over discriminatory treatment

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Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) Nigeria, an international fast food restaurant chain, has issued an apology to Adebola Daniel, son of Gbenga Daniel, former governor of Ogun state, over discriminatory treatment.

In a statement on its X page on Thursday, the fast-food chain expressed deep regret for the distress experienced by the customer and pledged swift action to address the issue.

On March 27, Daniel posted on his official X page about his experience at the KFC outlet at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) branch.

According to Daniel, the restaurant had stopped him and his family from entering, stating that “no wheelchairs were allowed”.

Following his statement, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) on March 28, said it had shut down KFC over discrimination against Daniel.

FAAN instructed KFC management to tender an unreserved apology, in writing, to Daniel, and a policy statement of non-discrimination be written and pasted conspicuously at its door post at MMIA before it resumed operation.

Reacting to the accusation, KFC reiterated its commitment to opposing bias or discrimination in any shape or form, with inclusivity and respect as fundamental principles of its values.

“KFC is unwavering in our stance against bias or discrimination in any form, with inclusivity and respect as non-negotiable pillars of our values,” the company said.

“However, this recent incident has underscored the pressing need for immediate action. We have embarked on efforts to address the situation.

“We deeply regret the frustration and distress experienced by our guest and extend sincere apologies to those affected.

“In response, we are urgently implementing inclusion training for all our employees. This incident is not reflective of our standards, and we will act swiftly to rectify it.

“We are actively exploring actions to equip our team members and restaurants better to ensure that every guest feels genuinely welcomed and that we deliver empathetic customer service that proactively addresses the diverse needs of each guest.”

‘FCCPC CONDEMNS DISCRIMINATION AGAINST CONSUMERS’

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) condemned the discrimination against Daniel.

In a statement on Thursday, Adamu Abdullahi, FCCPC’s acting executive vice chairman (EVC) and chief executive officer (CEO), said the commission strongly condemns any form of discrimination against consumers, especially those based on disability.

Abdullahi said the commission would work with relevant authorities to ensure appropriate redress for the aggrieved consumer.

He said the commission would also ensure KFC took full responsibility for its actions.

The EVC said section 17 of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA) emphasises the obligation to eliminate practices detrimental to competition and consumer welfare to safeguard consumer interests.

Abdullahi said discriminatory actions, such as those witnessed at the KFC outlet, undermined their principles and would not be tolerated.

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FRSC to impound vehicles transporting animals and humans together

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The Bauchi command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) says it will prosecute owners of vehicles conveying animals with humans, after impounding the trucks.

NAN reports that Patrick Ikaba, FRSC sector commander in the state, said this on Thursday.

Ikaba said the command has been mandated by the FRSC headquarters to seize vehicles conveying animals and passengers at the same time.

Ikaba said this has become imperative because in the event of a crash, the animals fall on the passengers, compounding the fatality rate.

He added that animals and humans must be conveyed separately.

The sector commander urged the public to desist from the act, adding that FRSC is setting up mobile courts for the offence.

“It is either you are carrying animals or you are carrying passengers and this is very common among big trucks as they have adopted it as a method of loading, which is very dangerous,” Ikaba said.

“We advise that henceforth, where you need to load them, they should be separated.

“It is only just one person that is allowed to take care of the animals while they are being transported from one place to the other.

“The move we are making in this regard is to begin to organise mobile courts where any culprit will be made to face a magistrate and explain why he has to contravene the laws of the land.

“This is very serious and we are going to swing into action any moment from now as we are liaising with the courts and we have the magistrate already on ground to take our cases.”

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FAAN shuts KFC outlet that humiliated Gbenga Daniel’s wheelchair-bound son

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The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has shut down a KFC outlet at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport.

This move came less than a day after the airport branch of the fast-food restaurant allegedly humiliated a wheelchair user, Adebola Daniel, the son of former Ogun State Governor, Gbenga Daniel.

Sharing his experience, on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, Daniel said he was “made to feel “less than human” because of his disability.

He said while passing the time alongside his wife and siblings, at the restaurant ahead of his flight, a manager of the restaurant told him to leave the premises because “No wheelchairs allowed.”

“To be disabled in Nigeria is to be undesirable, unwelcome and unaccepted. As I’ve said before, it’s a lonely, scary and isolated place. Never has this been more true than it has ever been today where I faced the worst sort of public humiliation that I have ever experienced. To think that this happened at an international brand, KFC at an international airport – Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos – is unthinkable,” he said.

Reacting, the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, announced in a statement on Thursday, March 28, 2024, that the restaurant has been shut down.

According to the statement signed by Obiageli Orah, the law clearly states, “A person shall not deprive another person of access to any place, vehicle, or facility that members of the public are entitled to enter or use on the basis of the disability of that person.” This legislation underscores the seriousness with which the Nigerian authorities view discrimination, particularly in spaces accessible to the public.

The incident came to light after a Passenger with Reduced Mobility (PRM) reported on social media the unfair treatment they encountered at the KFC outlet within the airport premises.

Reacting to these allegations, FAAN’s MD/CE, Olubunmi Kuku assembled a team to investigate the claims. The team included other officials of the agency such as the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Obiageli Orah, and the Regional Manager South West, Sunday Ayodele, among others.

Following the investigation, FAAN said the allegations were confirmed to be true and proceeded to close the KFC facility implicated in the discriminatory act.

As part of the corrective measures, KFC management has been instructed to issue a written apology to the affected individual and to publicly display a policy statement of non-discrimination at their facility.

This statement must be visibly placed at the entrance of the KFC outlet at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport before the establishment is allowed to resume operations.

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