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THE Nigeria Police Force, on Saturday, warned against plan by activist and publisher of Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowore, to organise a protest at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Monday over the continued detention of the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu.

This is just as a Federal High Court in Abuja, on Friday, restrained Sowore and others from protesting in some areas in Abuja, including the Aso Rock Villa, tomorrow.

The police, in a statement, said that it expects all parties to adhere strictly to the provisions of the court order.

‘In deference to the authority of the court and in line with the constitutional mandate of the police to enforce law and order, the force hereby calls on all groups – whether in support of or opposed to the ongoing agitation for the release of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu – to adhere strictly to the provisions of the court order,’ the statement added.

‘The Nigeria Police Force recognises and respects the rights of citizens to peaceful assembly and expression. However, such rights must be exercised responsibly and within the limits of the law, particularly where public safety, national security, and the rights of other citizens are concerned. The court’s intervention is therefore a safeguard, not a suppression, of constitutional freedoms.

‘Accordingly, all intending protesters and counter-protest groups are strongly advised to avoid restricted areas and to refrain from any act capable of provoking confrontation or disturbing public order. The force will ensure the free flow of traffic, protection of lives and property, and security of all law-abiding citizens,’ the statement read.

Sunday Tribune reports that the court has barred protesters from anywhere close to the villa, National Assembly, Force Headquarters, Court of Appeal, Eagle Square, and Shehu Shagari Way, pending the hearing of the motion on notice.

The court, presided over by Justice Mohammed Umar, on Friday, granted the ex parte motion moved by the police lawyer, Wisdom Madaki, on behalf of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

The certified true copy of the enrolled order, signed by the court Registrar, Mr Kasim Muazu, and the judge, was made available to NAN on Saturday in Abuja.

The development was also contrary to some media reports that Justice Umar adjourned the matter till October 21 for the parties to appear in court.

‘The respondents are hereby restrained in the interim from protesting in the following areas: Aso Rock Villa, or anywhere close to Villa, National Assembly, Force Headquarters, Court of Appeal, Eagle Square, and on Shehu Shagari way pending the hearing of the motion on notice.

‘The court hereby abridged the time within which the respondents will respond to the application on notice to cause this ex parte order to be set aside on Monday, the 20th of October, 2025 at 9.00 a.m.

‘The order of this court, together with the motion on notice, be served on the respondents today, Friday, the 17th day of October, 2025,’ the judge ordered.

Justice Umar subsequently adjourned the matter till October 20 for hearing of the motion on notice.

NAN reported that, in the ex-parte motion, marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/2202/2025, the police, on behalf of FRN, sued five respondents.

They are Sowore, Sahara Reporters Ltd, Sahara Reporters’ Media Foundation, Take It Back Movement (TIB), for the Transformation of Nigeria or any person or organisation acting on behalf of the respondents.

AS a tourism graduate, what spurred your interest in marketing, and how did you acquire the expertise for the work?

Tourism taught me about people and how emotions, culture, and experience inform decision-making. I became fascinated with what makes people choose one destination, product, or idea over another. That curiosity naturally evolved into marketing, because marketing, at its core, is about connection, understanding people, and creating systems that move them towards a value offering.

I started with content marketing, helping small creative businesses in Nigeria build brand visibility online. Over time, I transitioned into product marketing, where I could merge creativity with data and storytelling with systems. I worked across startups and tech companies, leading marketing strategies that improved customer acquisition, brand growth, and product adoption.

My expertise was developed through practice, mentorship, and self-learning, studying marketing psychology, user behaviour, and growth systems, then testing them through real campaigns. The combination of creativity and analytical thinking became my signature approach to handling campaigns and general marketing initiatives.

What makes your marketing niche or strategy unique, and what societal and business impact are you making in this field?

My marketing philosophy merges creativity, systems thinking, and technology. I design frameworks that connect stories to systems. Most people develop product or service purchase patterns that are similar to others in the same group. Using this information, I build scalable marketing models that help businesses grow sustainably while creating emotional resonance with their audiences.

More personally, my work has been focused on accessibility and inclusion, helping African founders and creatives use marketing systems to compete globally. I have designed programmes like Devblog Accelerator, which equips African developers to grow thought leadership and visibility in global tech. Marketing, to me, is not just about selling; it’s about enabling participation in the global economy.

Most people do not know what marketing is as a business and how it can help their work or brand. How would you explain it to a layman and convince him to leverage it to grow his business?

Marketing is simply how your value meets the world. It’s not running ads, content creation, or social media posts; it’s the strategy behind how you communicate what you do, who it’s for, and why it matters. I usually explain it as storytelling with structure.

If you have a great product but no marketing, it’s like having a beautiful store in the middle of a desert; no one will find it. Marketing ensures visibility, builds trust, and keeps customers coming back. Every business, no matter the size, needs marketing because it places your product in the hands of your users and also helps you get enough data to consistently have them patronise you.

Contemporary marketing strategy leverages technology, storytelling, and cultural intelligence. From your experience, do you think most Nigerian marketers are utilising these tools well to showcase their personal and business brands? How do you utilise these tools yourself?

We’re making progress, but there’s still room for growth. Many Nigerian marketers excel in creativity and storytelling, but the challenge is in data-driven execution and technological integration.

Personally, I use tools like analytics dashboards, automation systems, and AI-assisted creative tools to track audience behaviour and personalise campaigns. I also invest heavily in cultural intelligence, studying social patterns, local offerings, and online communities to ensure every brand story and marketing copy feels human and relevant. This fusion of data and innovation is what makes marketing powerful in any context.

What is the role of marketing in scaling and sustaining small businesses? Have you worked with small businesses or start-ups in this regard?

Marketing is the lifeblood of small business growth. It helps founders understand their customers, refine their offerings, and position themselves competitively. Without marketing, even the best ideas fade quietly. Yes, I’ve worked with several startups, especially in the tech and service sectors, helping them design go-to-market strategies, content ecosystems, and customer acquisition funnels.

It is not only people and businesses that need marketing; countries do too. If the Federal government contracts you to market Nigeria to the world, how would you go about it?

I would build a national brand strategy that highlights Nigeria’s innovation, youth, and cultural capital. The campaign would involve digital content, immersive experiences, and global partnerships that position Nigeria as a global creative force. We have the people, talent, culture, and stories. We just need the structure to tell them cohesively.

What are the major challenges marketers like you face in Nigeria, and what can be done to make your work better?

The biggest challenges are limited access to user data, low marketing literacy among founders, and inconsistent infrastructure for digital innovation. Many organisations still treat marketing as an expense, not an investment. If more small businesses had access to affordable tools, skilled marketers, well-trained creative talents, and reliable analytics, we would see a stronger economy. For me, the solution is creating formal frameworks to educate the creative talents (design, video production, etc.) and founders that we work with.

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reiterated that professionalism and ethical conduct remain non-negotiable for stockbrokers and other market intermediaries, as part of efforts to build investor confidence and sustain transparency in Nigeria’s capital market.

Director-General of the SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, made this known at the 29th Annual Conference of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS) held in Abuja at the weekend.

Speaking on the conference theme, ‘Capital Markets in a Digital, Ethical, Sustainable Era: Pathways for Economic Transformation,’ Agama noted that the theme reflects the evolving global landscape where technology drives innovation, ethics anchors trust, and sustainability defines the future of finance.

‘These three dimensions-digitalisation, ethics, and sustainability-are not separate pillars; they form the foundation of a modern, inclusive, and resilient capital market,’ he said.

According to him, the digital era has brought about new opportunities ranging from online trading platforms and digital assets to data analytics, blockchain, and artificial intelligence, all of which are reshaping how capital is raised and investments are managed.

Agama stated that the SEC is leveraging this transformation to improve market efficiency, transparency, and investor protection through the automation of regulatory processes, risk-based supervision, and enhanced market surveillance systems.

He disclosed that the Commission is working closely with key stakeholders, including the CIS, to promote digital literacy and build the capacity of market participants in adapting to technological advancements.

‘As technology evolves, so must our skills, ethics, and shared commitment to fairness and professionalism. No amount of innovation can replace the foundational importance of ethics,’ Agama emphasized.

He commended the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers for its continued partnership in upholding professional standards and ethical codes that define the stockbroking profession.

‘As regulators, we continue to emphasise that professionalism and ethical conduct are non-negotiable. Investors must have full confidence that the intermediaries who manage their wealth are guided by the highest standards of honesty and competence,’ he said.

Agama called for continuous ethics education, professional development, and stronger disciplinary frameworks to ensure that Nigeria’s capital market remains a place of trust, integrity, and investor protection.

Coalition of Civil Society Organisations, under the aegis of Coalition for Good Governance (CGG), has condemned the move by the Senate to enact a central law that regulates lottery and gambling in Nigeria, saying doing so was against the Supreme Court’s unanimous ruling that the National Assembly lacked the powers to legislate on issues relating to lottery in respect of all states of the federation, except the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.

The coalition, comprising of over 80 human rights bodies, gave the position at a press conference in Lagos on Sunday, addressed by its spokesperson, Comrade Nelson Ekujumi, urging the Senate to immediately stop what it described as ‘illegal and unconstitutional voyage of legislative rascality and lawlessness.’

Ekujumi, speaking alongside others leaders of the coalition, including Comrades Razaq Olokoba, Razaq Oladosu, Gbenga Soloki, Ajayi Popoola, Peter Oparah, Shola Justice Omolola and Gbenga Omage, said that since the Apex court had ruled over the matter, that regulation of gaming and lottery falls under the residual law, the National Assembly should allow states to carry out their responsibility, while it should only regulate on that matter for the Federal Capital Territory.

Ekujumi equally urged the House of Representatives which had earlier passed the Bill into law to tender an unreserved apology to the people of Nigeria for what the coalition described as the assault on legislative integrity, honour and the constitution.

CGG spokesperson, while making the call, said the groups’ interest in the matter at hand, was provoked by the realization that the institutions of state, saddled with the honourable responsibility of law making for the good governance of the society, must not be allowed to deviate and degenerate from the lofty height of upholding the rule of law, to a condemnable one of law breaking, irresponsibility, incitement and undermining national peace and security.

‘As we are all aware, the Supreme (Apex) Court on the 22nd of November 2024, nullified the National Lottery Act 2005 enacted by the National Assembly. The judgment followed the suit filed in 2008 by Lagos and other states of the Federation, challenging the Federal government’s powers to regulate lottery and gaming activities throughout Nigeria,’ he said.

He explained that the Supreme Court, in a unanimous judgement, consisting of seven justices, held that the National Assembly lacked the powers to legislate on issues relating to lottery in respect of all states of the federation, except the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.

‘The court ruled that such powers only reside with the state Houses of Assembly, which possess exclusive jurisdiction over lottery.’ Ekujumi said.

Ekujumi posited that the Supreme Court, being the Apex court of the country possesses by virtue of Sections 6(6)(b), 235 and 287, of the Constitution the exclusive final authority to interpret the constitution and the laws in Nigeria as it affects the rights and obligations of persons and authorities, declaring that once it had ‘made a decision on a subject, particularly under the Constitution of Nigeria, it becomes final and binding on all persons and authorities in the Federal Republic of Nigeria – including the Executive and the Legislature.’

‘Therefore, if the Supreme Court which is the highest court in the land adjudicate on an issue of dispute between the federal government and states governments, its judgement automatically becomes a law, thus, we are at a loss to rationalize the reason for the National Assembly made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives attempting to illegally and unconstitutionally rewrite the law, other than to undermine democracy, national security and the constitution by this voyage of lawlessness which stands condemned in all ramifications,’ he said.

He, therefore, called on the Senate to use the opportunity afforded it by the press conference of laying bare the matter, to retrace it’s step by declining concurrence to the Central Gaming Bill, saying that such Bill ‘does not deserve the Senate reciprocity resolution.’

Popular Nigerian comedian and filmmaker, Ayo Makun, widely known as AY Comedian, has spoken out about the growing pressure that social media exerts on people, especially the younger generation.

In a reflective post shared on his social media handles, the ace entertainer cautioned against the dangers of comparing one’s life to the seemingly perfect lifestyles displayed online.

According to him, most people only showcase their highlights while concealing the struggles behind the scenes.

‘Social media pressure is real,’ AY began. ‘Too many people are trying to keep up with lives that don’t even exist. You see the highlights but not the hustle, the smiles but not the struggles,’ he wrote, addressing the illusionary nature of online validation.

The award-winning comedian, who has built a reputation for blending humor with social commentary, urged his followers to embrace authenticity. He emphasized that peace of mind should be valued above likes, comments, or followers.

‘Remember, peace of mind is greater than online validation. Live your truth, not the filtered version of someone else’s,’ AY added, rounding off his message with hashtags promoting mental health awareness and self-acceptance.

Going further, AY counseled young people not to be carried away by the luxurious lifestyles of celebrities that flood social media. He warned that many of those flashy displays were simply for the ‘gram’a façade created to maintain appearances rather than reflect reality.

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to reducing cancer-related deaths in Nigeria through increased investment in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment facilities across the country.

Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Kunle Salako, stated this during the #ProgressInPink Walk Against Breast Cancer, held at the Youth House in Abuja under the leadership of the National Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Dayo Israel.

Speaking as the Special Guest of Honour, Dr. Salako commended Nigerian youths for joining the campaign against breast cancer and extending their advocacy to childhood and adolescent cancers.

‘This administration, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has made the strongest commitment yet to the fight against cancer. No government in Nigeria’s history has invested more in cancer eradication and treatment than this one,’ Dr. Salako said.

He explained that the efforts of the current administration build on the foundation laid by former President Muhammadu Buhari, whose government established the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT) and Centres of Excellence in Cancer Care.

‘President Tinubu has not only expanded these centres but is also investing heavily in modern cancer treatment equipment to ensure that Nigerians have access to quality care,’ he added.

Highlighting the fiscal commitment, Dr. Salako revealed that the 2025 budget contains the highest allocation ever for cancer diagnosis and treatment in Nigeria’s history.

‘This unprecedented budgetary provision is a reflection of the great leadership being demonstrated in the health sector by the Coordinating Minister, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, and myself, under the visionary direction of President Tinubu,’ he said.

On his part, Dr. Dayo Israel, APC National Youth Leader and host of the event, praised the government’s support for youth-led health advocacy and called for continued public awareness about early cancer detection and treatment.

The #ProgressInPink event featured a symbolic walk, health awareness sessions, and solidarity activities to raise awareness on breast cancer prevention and the importance of regular screening, particularly among women and young people.

Nigeria’s delegation to the 2025 World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Annual Meetings in Washington, D.C., has returned with stronger global partnerships and renewed commitment to deepening reforms and attracting private investment, according to the Minister of State for Finance, Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite.

Uzoka-Anite said the Nigerian delegation, led by Central Bank Governor Olayemi Cardoso, presented a unified position showcasing the government’s coordinated fiscal and monetary strategies aimed at ensuring macroeconomic stability and inclusive growth.

‘We return home from Washington not only with stronger partnerships, but with greater resolve. The world is watching Nigeria’s reform story unfold – one of resilience, innovation, and hope. The task ahead is clear: to deepen reform, unlock private investment, and ensure growth translates into prosperity for every Nigerian,’ she said.

She noted that Nigeria’s reform agenda under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu received consistent commendation during bilateral and multilateral meetings, including engagements with the Islamic Development Bank, the World Bank’s Managing Director of Operations, and the Coalition of Finance Ministers for Climate Action.

According to the minister, discussions highlighted tangible progress, with inflation beginning to moderate, the exchange rate stabilising, investor confidence improving, and foreign reserves strengthening.

‘I was particularly encouraged by the IMF Managing Director, Kristalina Georgieva’s words: ‘Thank you, Nigeria, for showing the world that reform does work,” Uzoka-Anite said.

‘That sentiment captures what we have worked towards – proof that tough but necessary reforms are positioning Nigeria for sustainable growth.’

She added that new partnerships were also established in strategic sectors, including infrastructure, renewable energy, agriculture, and climate finance – all aligned with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the government’s priorities of job creation, poverty reduction, and economic diversification.

AMIDST the facade of public excitement over the resignation of Bayelsa State governor, Douye Diri, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and his likely move to join the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sunday Tribune can authoritatively reveal that there is growing tension in the Bayelsa State chapter of the ruling party.

Checks revealed that the apprehension has to do with the likely battle for the control of the APC structure ahead of the 2027 power game between the contending power blocs.

Diri, who has refused to disclose his next political destination, will have to battle for control of the party structure with the likes of former governor, Timpre Sylva; current Minister of State, Petroleum, Honourable Heineken Lokpobiri and the Managing Director of Niger Delta Development Commission, Samuel Ogbuku.

Multiple sources told the Sunday Tribune that the political camp of ex-Governor Sylva, who lost the last governorship election to Governor Diri, is wary of losing the party structure to the latter, who, by virtue of the practice in the party, will assume the status of the leader of the APC in Bayelsa as sitting governor.

Further investigation by Sunday Tribune revealed that Governor Diri’s coming, which is being facilitated by the Presidency, may frustrate the political permutation of Sylva and his loyalists.

According to sources, aside from the Presidency, Diri’s likely defection to the APC enjoys the blessing of the incumbent Minister of State, Petroleum, Heineken Lokpobiri. He is, however, being given a cold shoulder by Sylva, who perceived Diri as a threat to his political aspiration and power bloc.

The source revealed: ‘Timpre Sylva from Bayelsa East wants to come to Senate in 2027. He is also scheming to give the governorship ticket to his ally from his Senatorial zone, the incumbent Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Samuel Ogbuku. All that will be jeopardised as the sitting governor assumes the position of party leader and decides who gets what.’

Speaking with Sunday Tribune at the weekend, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the APC, Honourable Yekeen Nabena, who is from Bayelsa State, expressed concern over unfolding development in the South-South state.

He said: ‘Let me explain something to you. Coming isn’t the problem; how is he going to manage it with people on ground already? That’s the question.

‘That’s the problem with APC. It also exists in Delta. It was recently that the Senator Omo-Agege group and the James Ibori group are now trying to attend meetings with the governor. So, if Douye Diri comes in, how is he going to manage the situation?’

A chieftain of the APC told Sunday Tribune in confidence that the Bayelsa governor has his own plan for dumping the PDP.

He dismissed insinuation that the Presidency is muscling the governors to dump their platforms for the APC in order to build a Southern coalition ahead next general elections.

The politician, incidentally from Bayelsa State claimed Governor Diri is scheming to use the Presidency to secure protection ahead of unveiling his 2027 aspiration.

He said: ‘The governor is desperate for protection from the Presidency. He wants to come to Senate in 2027 and install his successor. He knows that will put him in collision course with his godfather, Seriake Dickson.

‘He knows he can’t secure Senatorial ticket and still decides who succeeds him.’

Investigation by Sunday Tribune revealed that in a bold move to secure his seat, Senator representing Bayelsa central, Benson Konbowei, announced on the floor of the Senate on Thursday through the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, his formal resignation from the PDP and defection to APC.

Incidentally, both Governor Diri and Senator Konbowei are from same Senatorial zone.

Chairman of the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debts, Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, on Saturday donated a fully furnished office complex to the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) in Sokoto.

Wamakko, former Governor of Sokoto State, speaking during the official handover ceremony of the building, reaffirmed his long-standing commitment to promoting technical and vocational education in Nigeria.

He described the gesture as a continuation of his lifelong passion for education, which he said remains the foundation of national development and youth empowerment.

Wamakko said: ‘This handover ceremony is not the end of our relationship; it is the beginning of a partnership that will yield tremendous benefits for technical and vocational education in Nigeria.

The only sustainable way to empower people is to give them skills. You can give a man money or food, but if you give him a skill, you have given him a future.’

The former Sokoto governor explained that his decision to build and donate the edifice to NABTEB stemmed from his belief in the transformative power of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).

He noted that empowering young Nigerians with practical skills was the surest way to tackle unemployment, poverty, and underdevelopment.

He said: ‘As a governor, education was at the heart of my administration’s agenda. We built and renovated schools, recruited teachers, and supported thousands of students with scholarships.

That commitment has continued in the Senate through my constituency projects and personal interventions, including the establishment of North-West University, Kalambaina.’

Wamakko added that by strengthening NABTEB, he was helping to strengthen the entire technical education sector.

‘NABTEB sets the standards for business, technical, and vocational education. By supporting NABTEB, we are directly supporting Nigeria’s future workforce and productivity,’ he said.

He pledged to mobilise other lawmakers, former governors, and business leaders to support NABTEB’s mission.

‘This donation is just the beginning. I will continue to stand by NABTEB to ensure it has the facilities and resources needed to fulfil its mandate,’ he added.

Receiving the building on behalf of the Board, NABTEB’s Registrar/Chief Executive, Dr. Mohammed Aminu Mohammed, described the donation as a monumental act of patriotism and a testament to Wamakko’s visionary leadership.

Mohammed said: ‘This day marks a significant milestone in NABTEB’s history. Distinguished Senator Wamakko has shown that true leadership is not about position but about impact.’

A community group in Benue State, the Tyoshin Strategic Group (TSG), expressed concern on Saturday about the ongoing collapse of public primary and secondary schools in Gwer-West Local Government Area (LGA) of the state.

The group also attributed the persistent attacks by herdsmen in the area to the local government’s challenges, stating that this situation has contributed to Gwer-West being among the LGAs with the highest number of out-of-school children in Nigeria. They called for immediate intervention to protect the academic future of the community.

Dr. Engr. Felix Atume, the leader of the group, voiced these concerns during a meeting with the Gwer-West LGA council chairman, Hon. Victor Torsaa Ormin, in Naka.

He lamented that only five government-owned primary schools are currently operational in the entire local government area.

Atume emphasised that the number of out-of-school children is increasing daily due to the continued collapse of public schools in the region.

He proposed that internally displaced persons (IDPs) currently occupying school facilities in displaced communities such as Kula, Jimba, Aondoana, Achagh, Atukpu, Naka, Camp Nagi, and Agagbe be relocated.

He suggested converting schools in affected areas into mega schools to accommodate the rising number of pupils.

Additionally, he recommended temporarily establishing primary schools in Naka town for all displaced students, similar to the arrangements made to facilitate voters’ rights during the 2023 general election.

‘We have come to express the alarming decline in the situation of public primary education in Gwer-West LGA, and appeal for immediate intervention. As it’s stands today, only five government-owned primary schools are currently functional across the entire LGA, due to the escalating insecurity and displacement of communities by Fulani herdsmen.

‘As a matter of concern that requires immediate action, we wish to hereby suggest the conversion of schools in displaced communities to mega schools. Schools in Kula, Jimba, Aondoana, Achagh, Atukpu, Naka, Camp Nagi, and Agagbe should be converted into mega primary schools to accommodate the increasing number of pupils, while the IDPs currently occupying school facilities should be relocated.

‘All displaced primary schools be temporarily established in Naka town, in the same manner that polling units from affected wards were relocated during the last elections.

‘Considering the fact that primary education remains the foundation of formal education and a key determinant in computing federal allocation to LGAs, we wish to suggest that the SUBEB teachers recently posted to Gwer-West be fully deployed for the benefit of pupils in the area’. The group leader appealed.

The group, however, commended the council chairman for his efforts so far in tackling security issues and congratulated him on his recent award as the best-performing chairman on security matters in Nigeria.

In his response, the Gwer-west LGA Council Chairman, Hon. Victor Torsaa Ormin, lauded TSG for her developmental initiatives to bring the educational position of Gwer-west to her old days of glory.

The council chairman disclosed that plans were underway to set up a central camp for IDPs to resume normal academic activities in the affected schools.

While assuring TSG that his administration was poised to restore the dignity of education in the local government, Hon. Ormin promised that the idea for a mega primary school would be communicated to the relevant authorities for immediate attention.