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  • Environment Day: NNPC Foundation sensitises students to tree planting

    Mrs Henrietta Obioma-Igwe, Manager, Programme and Development of NNPC Foundation, planting trees with the assistance of Mr Kenneth Adeoni, the Principal, Badagry Senior Secondary School, to mark World Environment Day in Badagry

     

    Planting

    By Raji Rasak/ Millicent Ifeanyichukwu

    Badagry (Lagos State), June 5, 2024 (NAN) The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Foundation on Wednesday sensitised students of Badagry Senior Secondary School on tree planting to mark the World Environment Day.

    Speaking at the programme, Mrs Henrietta Obioma-Igwe, Manager, Programme and Development of the foundation, said tree planting and conservation efforts were key to maintaining a healthy and sustainable environment.

    World Environment Day is celebrated every year on June 5, and aims at raising awareness and celebrating environmental action, with a focus this year on land restoration, desertification and drought resilience.

    “Tree planting minimises or prevents the environmental challenges impacting on our environment and survival.

    “Trees provide shade, cool the air through transpiration, and block winds, regulating local climates.

    “Trees produce oxygen, which is essential for human and animal life.

    “Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, helping to prevent climate change,” she said.

    She said that the foundation had chosen Badagry because it is a border community, adding that the town is a point of contact to anybody coming into the country.

     

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that during the programme the foundation planted 70 trees in Badagry Senior Secondary School.

     

    Mr Kenneth Adeoni, Principal of the school, expressed delight at the sensitisation brought to the students.

    “Now, we are happy because the sensitisation is for the children who are the leaders of tomorrow.

    “This has gone a long way to let them understand that we need to protect our environment for tomorrow.

    “The sensitisation has gone a long way to let them understand that we need to protect our environment with the issues of climate,” he said.

    The principal urged Nigerians to protect their environment by planting trees.

    “To protect our environment, we need to plant tress consistently and for the fact that we have planted trees, we also need to nurture them very well.

    “This sensitisation will help the students to understand environment through tree planting,” he said.

    He commended the foundation for its consistency in piloting the programme, adding that the programme is impacting in the lives of the students.

    Adeoni promised to ensure all the 70 trees planted in the school are all well nurtured.

    Also speaking, Miss Mautin Tunde, Assistant Chief Education Officer, District 5, said the major challenge facing the world was climate change.

    “The only solution to this is by planting trees.

    “I will implore the teachers and students of the school to ensure they sustain the trees NNPC foundation planted here today.

    “I will urge them to sustain and nurture them to grow because this is the only way to save lives,” she said.

    A student, Olanrewaju Olawoyin, said the programme had taught him that planting trees was of utmost benefit to mankind. (NAN)

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    Edited by Folasade Adeniran

  • ECOWAS disability inclusion action plan inching towards vision 2050 realisation —Commissioner

    R-L: Prof. Fatou Sarr, ECOWAS Commissioner, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development; Mr Abel Enitan, Permanent Secretary and Acting Minister of Humanitarian Affairs; and Mr Mohammed Isa, Senior Special Assistant to President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, at the event on Wednesday in Abuja.

    Vision

    By Mark Longyen

    Abuja, June 5, 2024(NAN)The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) says adopting a subregional disability inclusion action plan will be a step towards realizing its “ECOWAS of the Peoples” Vision 2050.

    Prof. Fatou Sarr, ECOWAS Commissioner, Human Development and Social Affairs, stated this at a meeting to adopt the bloc’s action plan on the social inclusion of people living with disabilities (PWDs) in Abuja on Wednesday.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event was the maiden edition of the West African ministers in charge of PWDs.

    “With the adoption of this action plan on the inclusion of people with disabilities, a further step is taken in the realisation of Vision 2050, towards the ECOWAS of the peoples.

    “Currently, we are implementing a pilot project which covers two ECOWAS member states which are Togo and Nigeria.

    “This program will provide assistive devices to children with disabilities and is expected in the future, to cover all member states.

    “This is an invaluable opportunity, not to reaffirm our commitment to the provisions of Article 9 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child Convention and the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the Sustainable Development Goals and the vision of ECOWAS 2050,” Sarr said.

    The commissioner explained that the 2022-2030 action plan covered three main priority areas aimed at to further strengthening disability inclusion in ECOWAS and its member states.

    “The three priority areas, which include activities, verifiable results and timeline, are improving disability inclusion across all aspects of the work of the ECOWAS Commission.

    “Also, improvement of the legal and policy environment for the inclusion of people with disabilities and strengthened regional partnerships for increased resource mobilisation for the inclusion of people with disabilities.

    “Knowing that persons with disability are vulnerable and living in most cases in precariousness, the ECOWAS Commission has intensified its collaboration with the national and regional associations of persons with disabilities and organised various awareness forums for PWDs,” she said.

    Also speaking, Mr Abel Enitan, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, lauded ECOWAS for the move to adopt the action plan.

    Enitan, who is also the Acting Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, called for the establishment of an ECOWAS Agency for Disability Affairs.

    According to him, Nigeria has demonstrated a strong commitment to implementing the United Nations Convention on the Rights of People With Disabilities (CRPD), which was ratified in 2007.

    “In order to make ECOWAS an all-inclusive region for persons with disabilities in member states, Nigeria is calling for the establishment of the ECOWAS Agency for Disability Affairs (EADA).

    “This is to integrate regional disability policies and strategies for rehabilitation and equal opportunity in the community, as well as provide a mechanism to protect, promote, support and respect the actions of people with disabilities.

    “This affirmative action must be viewed through the prism of human diversity, while ensuring that individuals with disabilities have as many opportunities as possible to participate in all levels of decision-making in ECOWA, so that no one is left behind,” he said.

    Mr Mohammed Isa, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, also lauded ECOWAS for the initiative, stressing that the President had directed the implementation of the action plan.

    “In line with this mandate, my office has initiated the Beyond Disability Project to help drive the ECOWAS Regional Action Plan.

    “The project is aimed to promote inclusivity and accessibility for Persons with Disabilities in Niger,” Isa said.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Isaac Aregbesola

  • Insecurity: NAN to support Space Academy

    Support

    By Collins Yakubu-Hammer

    Abuja, June 5, 2024 (NAN) The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), says it is set to provide the needed support to the Development Space Academy in addressing insecurity in the country.

    The Managing Director of NAN, Malam Ali Muhammad-Ali, gave the assurance when the Executive Director of the Academy, Prof. Okey Ikechukwu and his team paid him a courtesy visit on Wednesday in Abuja.

    According to Ali, Ikechukwu’s coming to NAN is like a home coming.

    “I want to assure you that all your prayers for support are already answered.

    “Prof. is a well-known voice and face on national television; he has passion and love for the country.

    “I want to assure you that we will deploy our human and technical resources to cover your news conference and roundtable on security,’’ Ali said.

    The NAN boss explained that the Sahel Region in Africa had become so endemic, adding that NAN was also preparing to host a public lecture on security soon

    “So, when I heard about yours, I was not surprised, because great minds think alike.

    “You can take it that we will be there to cover your press conference and the roundtable that we believe will help address insecurity in the country.

    “I have competent management staff, and we are working together to reposition the Agency. Just last week I came back from a conference that deliberated about newsrooms and AI,’’ Ali said.

    Speaking earlier, Ikechuckwu said that the Academy is involved in human capital development for governments at all levels and institutions.

    He added that the Academy had capacity building programmes on leadership and security, for youths, parents and servicing military officers respectively.

    “When security agencies are overstretched and government institutions speak without integrity, then there will always be challenges.

    “National security has become complicated; citizens have stigmatised the army; they don’t want to give information. The level of intelligence sharing between military and civilians has dropped by 90 per cent.

    “We have discovered that Nigerians are not loyal to the Nigerian State. We see ourselves as indigenes, not citizens.

    “So, we decided to organise a roundtable that stakeholders will come to talk about security and provide solutions to different forms of insecurity in the country.

    “So we come to NAN to seek your support and joint ownership of the project. We will have a media conference and the roundtable within the month,’’ Ikechukwu said. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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    Edited by Gregg Mmaduakolam/Rotimi Ijikanmi

  •  ICPC urges synergy to instill discipline, moral values in schools

     

    Discipline

    By Isaac Aregbesola

    Abuja, June 5, 2024 (NAN) The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), says there is need to instill discipline and moral values in schools to tackle the menace of corruption in the society.

    Dr Musa Aliyu, Chairman, ICPC, made the call on Wednesday at a one-day sensitisation session with schools’ anti-corruption clubs stakeholders within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

    Aliyu was represented by Mr Clifford Oparaodu, Secretary, ICPC.

    The theme of the event is “Enhancing Stakeholders’ Engagement in School Anti-corruption Initiatives.”

    Aliyu expressed concern that the rate at which corruption had crept into the fabric of the nation was alarming and must not be left unchecked.

    “There is no doubt that the cankerworm of corruption has crept into every nook and cranny of our daily lives including our basic educational institutions where the foundation for becoming a loyal citizen is being laid.

    “From the physical to the social infrastructure we’ve witnessed evidences of corrupt practices within our classrooms and the overall educational system.

    “From parents to teachers to students and other stakeholders this menace has gradually crept in to this very crucial segment that if left unchecked the future certainly becomes bleak.’’

    He explained that the commission had introduced Schools Anti-Corruption Clubs Initiative in its bid to help instill discipline, integrity and sound moral values at the basic and post basic educational institutions.

    “As critical stakeholders and custodians of this very noble initiative the Schools Anti-Corruption Clubs, it becomes imperative to scrutinise our strategies and appraise our performance in a bid to raise the bar and tackle this menace to a standstill.”

    While commending the efforts of all stakeholders in driving the noble initiative to the fore, he said that there was still room for improvement.

    He urged them to dedicate more time for Anti-Corruption Clubs in their schools wherein Club Advisers and ICPC officers would properly educate students on the ills of corruption and how to tame it in their school environment and beyond.

    According to him, it is pertinent for principals, supervisors, and directors of relevant ministries/boards or regulatory bodies to work together and not dissipate energies too wide.

    He urged the stakeholders to synergise in sustaining  behavioural change drive among the young ones.

    “All anti-corruption and integrity issues in our domain should be handled under the umbrella of a single Schools Anti-Corruption Club to avoid duplication and/or multiplicity of function,” he said.

    The Executive Secretary Universal Basic Education, Dr Hamid Bobboyi, stressed the importance of all stakeholders to dedicate more time to educate the students on the ills of corruption and how to tame it in school’s environment and beyond.

    “There is need to rejuvenate the teaching the moral value in the society; when we are all growing up, we were part of the community, and community was responsible for ensuring that community members behave responsibly,” he said.

    Secretary Secondary Education Board FCT, Mohammed Ladan, also noted that corruption had eaten deep into the fabric of the nation; hence a major obstacle to growth and development as a country.

    According to him, corruption has penetrated into the Socio – economic and political system in such areas as cheating, embezzlement, Favoritism, bribery, sexual exploitation and nepotism etc.

    “It is worthy of note that corruption impedes the role of the education sector in supporting personal development; therefore, as it is said in our local parlance–let us kill corruption or corruption will kill us.

    “The time has come for all of us especially the heads of schools and the club patrons and patronesses to join hands together to stop it.

    “We must employ all necessary machinery and eschew all forms of corrupt tendencies as we take responsibility and strive to serve as role models of anti – corruption and integrity in all facets of our lives as we live above board,” he said.

    Other stakeholders, who spoke at the event, included representatives of Step up Nigeria Oluwaferanmi Iyanda, who urged the parents to join forces with teachers in instilling discipline in students.

    Iyanda said that collective effort was required to build future leaders and restore the eroded value system in the society.

    Also, Peace Ozegbe from Connected Development (CODE), urged more sensitisation programmes on fighting against corruption in the grassroots.(NAN)

     

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    Edited by Chijioke Okoronkwo

  • Ooni hosts Soun, advocates for a united Yoruba nation, Nigeria

    Ooni hosts Soun, advocates for a united Yoruba nation, Nigeria

    Unity
    By Dorcas Elusogbon
    Ile-Ife (Osun), June 5, 2024(NAN) The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on Wednesday played host to the newly installed Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Olaoye, Orumogege III, calling for a united Yoruba nation and one Nigeria.

    Ooni made the call while hosting Soun of Ogbomoso in his ancient Ile Oodua Palace, Ile-Ife.

    In his welcome address, Oba Ogunwusi described Soun’s ascension to the throne of his forebears as divinely ordained.

    According to the Ooni, Ogbomoso is an ancient city in Yoruba land with immeasurable economic and historical significance.

    “I remember about six years ago when we met in the U.S. during your days as a clergyman, everyone around you testified to your uprightness and just nature.

    “These are the virtues that have given me confidence that your emergence as the Soun of Ogbomoso will be beneficial to the ancient city,” the Ooni said.

    Oba Ogunwusi advocated for unity in the country particularly in the Yoruba nation.

    He commended traditional rulers nationwide for their efforts in ensuring that the country remained united for the betterment of all.

    Earlier in his address, Oba Olaoye described the Ooni as a rallying point for all royal fathers particularly those of Yoruba origin.
    “Long before I ascended this throne, I have always admired the conduct of the Ooni and I cannot, but say that he has a lot to teach all Obas across Yoruba land.

    “I am happy to have witnessed the huge cultural displays here today because I believe this cannot be found elsewhere.

    “We have ours in Ogbomoso and your preservation of the prestigious Yoruba heritage is a motivation for us to even do more in that regard,” Oba Olaoye said.

    The traditional ruler said that he often wondered at times, “how the Ooni does everything so easily”, applauding his generosity. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
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  • FG urges private sector partnership, investment in dairy industry 

     

    Dairy
    By Doris Esa
    Abuja,June 5, 2024 (NAN) The Federal Government has called for the promotion of private sector investment and public-private partnership to grow  the dairy industry.
    Mrs Winnie Lai-  Solarin, Director, Animal Husbandry Services, Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security stated this during a presentation to mark the 2024 World Milk Day on Wednesday in Abuja.
    The director said this would boost local production of milk and dairy products in the country.
    She said that the Nigerian dairy industry had undergone a transformative journey, evolving from traditional practices to modernised systems aimed at meeting the growing demand for milk and dairy products.
    ” This sector which is pivotal to the nation’s agricultural and economic development has faced numerous challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, fluctuating milk yields and limited access to advanced technologies.
    “Nigeria is the largest market for dairy products in West Africa, with a population of over 200 million people.
    “The dairy industry has significant potential for growth and development, contributing to food security, employment, and economic growth,” she said.
    Lai-Solarin called for increased investment and commercialisation of the animal feed and folder sector to enhance food and nutritional security.
    She said the National Livestock Transformation Plan (NLTP), was inaugurated in 2019 to modernise livestock production, including dairy farming through improved breeding, better grazing practices and enhanced veterinary services.
    She said there was also a policy that focused on reducing dependency on imported milk and dairy products by boosting local production.
    Lai- Solarin said the way forward to address some of the challenges in the dairy industry was to improve access to finance, technology and training for smallholder farmers.
    She said that there should be investment in infrastructure development for milk collection, aggregation, processing, and distribution.
    Lai- Solarin also stressed the need for veterinary services and disease management to be enhanced.
    She said that the National Dairy policy should be implemented and regulations strengthened to support the industry’s growth. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by Chioma Ugboma / Isaac Ukpoju

  • Yobe completes sesame processing factory

    Yobe completes sesame processing factory

    Yobe Sesame Cleaning, Packaging and Processing Factory in Machina.

    Sesame
    By Nabilu Balarabe
    Machina (Yobe State), June 5, 2024 (NAN) Yobe Government has completed the construction of a six-tonne per hour capacity sesame cleaning and processing factory in Machina town.

    The Commissioner for Commerce, Alhaji Kaigama Umar, made this known in Machina on Wednesday while conducting journalists round the facility.

    He said three other sesame cleaning, packaging and processing factories are at various stages of completion in Nguru, Potiskum and Damaturu.

    He explained that “the idea behind the establishment of sesame seed cleaning, processing and packaging factories was conceived by Gov. Mai Mala Buni shortly after assuming office.

    “He believes that factories like this accelerate industrialisation, which will help our farmers and enhance our Internally Generated Revenue.”

    According to him, Yobe is the largest producer of sesame in the country, noting that the grain is cultivated in commercial quantity in Geidam, Yunusari, Nguru and Machina, among others.

    He said sesame farmers in the areas would no longer have to travel to Kano to process their crop as the factory would be at their doorsteps.

    “We are also inviting sesame farmers outside the state to come and take advantage of the facility,” he said.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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  • National Anthem: NOA presents official version, to produce melody soon

    DG of NOA, Malami Lanre Issa-Onilu, during the presentation of the official version of the new national anthem on Wednesday in Abuja
    The Official version of the new national anthem
    Anthem
    By Collins Yakubu-Hammer
    Abuja, June 5, 2024 (NAN) The Director-General of National Orientation Agency (NOA), Malam Lanre Issa-Onilu on Wednesday in Abuja presented the official version of the new National Anthem.
    Issa-Onilu, said the presentation of the official version became necessary, because of wrong version being circulated on the social media, and the demand for clarification for NOA’s Community Orientation and Mobilisation Officers across the country.
    According to him, the new anthem is part of the National Identity project of the Tinubu administration, and also one of the seven programmes for the institutionalisation of  national values.
    He further explained that the anthem is one of the country’s national symbols, which NOA as custodian, is mandated to promote and preserve its integrity for national cohesion, unity and a sense of patriotism.
    “Today’s event is to present the official version which will clear all doubts about the correct lyrics as contained in the Act signed by the President.
    “We call the attention of Nigerians to the line three (3) of the first stanza, which reads: “Though tribes and tongues may differ’ Note that the words “tribes” and “tongues” are in plural.
    “We want you to also note that line five (5) of the first stanza reads: Nigerians all, are proud to serve”. The word “are”, not “and” is correct.
    “On the official instrumental and audio rendition, the NOA will call for entries for the production of an authentic Nigerian melody, taking into cognizance, the indigenous instrumentation of the Nigerian people.
    “The effective date for the entries and the procedure will be announced through NOA channels in the coming week,” Issa-Onilu said.
    Meanwhile, concerning the National Pledge, the NOA boss said the Agency would follow the official procedure to obtain approval for the adoption of a new National Prayer.
    He, however, stressed that the National Pledge remains valid and operational.
    “The NOA’s values orientation programmes as envisioned under the Federal Government’s National Values Charter, seek to define the Nigerian citizens’ shared identity, with clearly stated commitment of both leaders and followers.
    “The Charter, operating under the “7 for 7” social contract will guide our national values for a reciprocal commitment of leaders and citizens towards building a nation we all can be proud of.
    “NOA will be working with a wide spectrum of stakeholders to ensure citizens’ buy-in of the National Anthem and sing it reflectively with a sense of pride,” Issa-Onilu maintained.
    Meanwhile, the Director-General of National Broadcasting Commission, Mr Charles Ebuebu said he would use the mechanism and platform of his Commission to promote the learning and singing of the anthem.
    Similarly, the Director-General of Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria, Dr Olalekan Fadolapo congratulated Issa-Onilu and pledge the Council’s full support for NOA to deliver on its mandate
    Also speaking , the General Secretary of Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT), Dr Mike Ike-Ene, represented by the State Secretary, Mrs Margaret Jethro, maintained that teachers remain instrumental to the learning of the new anthem.
    Ike-Ene restated the commitment of all members of NUT across the country to ensuring that all pupils and students learn and know how to recite the new national anthem. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by Rotimi Ijikanmi

  • Oborevwori approves land, C of O for NAF at Osubi

    Oborevwori approves land, C of O for NAF at Osubi
    Land
    By Ifeanyi Olannye
    Asaba, June 5, 2024(NAN) Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori  of Delta has approved a 66.6 hectares of land with a Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) for the Nigeria Air Force barrack at Osubi, Okpe Local Government Area of the state.
    The governor disclosed this when the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, paid him  a courtesy visit on Wednesday in Asaba.

    “To collaborate with the Nigerian Airforce, we have provided 66.6 hectares of land in Osubi, and the C of O was issued in January this year.

    “We are all aware that it was initially granted by the previous administration but there was no C of O.

    “It was supposed to be an operational base at that time. We know the project is still there; we will also assist in the construction of roads that will lead to the 66.6 hectares of land,”he said.

    He said that the gesture was in line with his administration M.O.R.E Agenda to enhance peace and security in the state.

    ” This is because that’s the only way we can get development. I want to tell you here that but for the sad Okuama 17 very sad incident, we were already enjoying peace in Delta.

    “We condemn the unfortunate incident in totality and we know that the Okuama 17 will not go in vain.

    “We are also doing our best; we have already set up an IDP camp for the innocent citizens.

    “I want to assure you that, regarding your request for land for your housing scheme, we will make sure that you get the land as soon as possible.

    “Now that you have the spirit to build a housing scheme for your personnel, we have to get the land ready immediately,” he said.

    The governor also assured that the state would continue to partner the NAF and other security agencies in state in order to continue to enjoy peace.

    He said that peace and security was the way sustainable development could be achieved in the state.
    Earlier, Abubakar lauded the governor for the support the state government has provided to the Air Force over the years in the state.
    While receiving the C of O from the governor, Abubakar also thanked Oborevwori for gifting the Force land to fully entrench itself in the state.
    He said he was in the state to oversight the operational responsibilities of the Air Force in Warri.
    Abubakar  thanked  Oborevwori for all the support and cooperation the Air Force had received from the state    Government over the years.(NAN) (www.nannews.ng).
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    Edited by Joseph Edeh

  • Man jailed 14 years for attempted sexual assault of minor

    Jail
    By Adenike Ayodele
    Ikeja, June 5, 2024 (NAN) An Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court has sentenced a 54-year-old man, Monday John, to 14 years imprisonment for attempted  sexual assault on a minor.
    Justice Rahman Oshodi sentenced John  to 14 years following his plea bargain agreement to the amended one count of attempted assault by penetration filed against him by the Lagos State Government.
    Oshodi held that the facts of the case were disturbing; presenting a 50-year-old male adult, in a position of authority, who exploited the vulnerability of a 13-year-old child and subjected her to sexual abuse.
    The Judge held: “Your actions have undoubtedly caused profound trauma and harm to the victim.
    “I have considered your guilty plea and willingness to take responsibility for your crimes by entering into the plea bargain agreement.
    “However, this does not detract from the gravity of your offence.
    “The law is clear that a child under the age of eighteen cannot consent to sexual activities, and ignorance of a child’s age is no defence.”
    Oshodi ruled that the sentence agreed upon in the plea bargain reflected the seriousness of his crime as it carried a term of 14 years’ imprisonment.
    “Accordingly, I sentence you to 14 years’ imprisonment commencing on your remand date Nov.13, 2020, and you shall also be registered as a sex offender.
    “This sentence sends a clear message that sexual exploitation of children will not be tolerated and will be met with severe consequences under the law.
    “I hope that during your incarceration, you will reflect deeply on your actions and the harm you have caused and that you will commit to rehabilitation,” Oshodi said.
    The state counsel, Ms Bukola Okeowo, told the court that the convict committed the offence on Oct. 16, 2020, at  about 12. 30 p.m.on  Olarenwaju Street, Bariga, Lagos.
    Okeowo submitted that the convict attempted to penetrate the survivor’s vagina with his fingers.
    The prosecution said the offence contravened Section 262 of the Criminal Laws of Lagos State, 2015. (NAN)
    (www.nannews.ng)
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    Edited by Kevin Okunzuwa/Chinyere Joel-Nwokeoma