Tuesday, 6 March 2018

Media Inconsistency: A Case Study of Malabu Oil Deal and Some Media Houses



It is no longer news that the Malabu oil deal has preached several sermons over the years. Most recent is that the AGF, Malami, wrote Buhari, asking trial of Adoke, Diezani, others stopped.
But that is not my major concern now. What bothers me right now is the serial inconsistency that has beclouded the entire scenario. The Malabu oil transaction started in 1998 when the military administration of Sani Abacha came up with the policy of encouraging indigenous participation in the upstream sector of the oil and gas industry. As years rolled by, names keep been mentioned and disappearing from the news.
For example, some of the key persons involved in the deal are Goodluck Jonathan, Sani Abacha (who was Head of State from 1993 to 1998), Dan Etete (his minister of petroleum resources), Mohammed Abacha (son of the former Head of State), Hassan Hindu (wife of Hassan Adamu, the Wakili Adamawa and one time Nigeria’s Ambassador to the United States), Olusegun Obasanjo, Shell, Eni, Mohammed Adoke (Minister of Justice under Jonathan), and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
The senior officials, who were frequently mentioned, included a former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Mrs. Diezani Alison-Madueke, and a former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Mr. Mohammed Bello-Adoke.

But of utmost importance is how some names keep going and coming in the news. And that makes me query the consistency and integrity of the media, especially the print media. The question, therefore, is how do these names keep coming in and going out at random? There are papers that mentioned some names at some points and then they are no longer in the mention at other points.

The job of the media is to be as transparent as possible with stories, especially those that concern the entire nation. To trivialize stories such as the Malabu Oil Deal by writing anything one wishes to fill more blank pages is grave injustice to the good Nigerians who deserve to be told every bit of the truth. Some media houses, both local and international, saw this as an opportunity to make headlines, and most of them succeeded in posting unverified stories. Feeding the public with unverified stories is nothing but information injustice. If the media cannot be reliable in crucial moments as this to help keep the public informed, then we don’t need them at all.

This scenario, if anything, raises some suspicions as to the credibility of all the stories that have been told about this whole episode. If reporters can mention anyone they deem fit at any given time in any story they decide write about, then no one is safe, as they can pick you as their next target anytime they want.
One can readily say that most of the media houses went out against selected figures in order to get their revenge on them for whatever reason that might be. It would be a golden opportunity to drag anyone in the mud when an opportunity like the Malabu Oil Deal emerges, especially if anything links them to anyone or anything around that case.
We are in a great dilemma of media onslaught. If the high and mighty in the society are not immune to the onslaught of the media, then what is the hope of the common man on the street? The Malabu Oil Deal has exposed the level of inconsistency in the nation’s media. We now know that there are a lot of unfounded, untrue and inconsistent stories and reports out there in the media.

Tuesday, 20 February 2018

Giwa Aliyu Foundation Scholarship for Nigerian Students in Okene Kogi State



We are happy to announce to you that the Giwa Aliyu foundation scholarship for Nigerian students, have empowered thousands of secondary schools student who sat for West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) yearly in Kogi state.
The Giwa Aliyu foundation in line with its quest to contribute to the development of education, by a donation of Millions of Naira from her sponsor Aliyu Abubaka. The foundation gives scholarship to student sitting for West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), the management of Giwa Aliyu Foundation announces a free for everyone who meets it requirements yearly.
Scholarships are awarded to outstanding student from different schools within state (Kogi State) to pursue and complete their Secondary School
The aim of the Giwa Aliyu Foundation Scholarship program is to build a Global network of future leaders committed to improving the lives of others.

Study Program

Scholarship funds are available for writing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) only.


Eligibility For Giwa Aliyu Foundation Scholarship

Must be an Ebira applying to write West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) only

How to Apply

This year application will be done online and by some experienced personnel. To get your scholarship application processed and delivered keep reading our blog post or subscribed to Aliyu Abubaka weekly newsletter. God bless Nigeria Students.

Incredible Facts You Didn't Know About AA Oil Boss, Alhaji Aliyu Abubakar



The name, Aliyu Abubakar, easily rings a bell in the ears of many Nigerians. After all, who wouldn’t know the name of AA Oil boss? An astute businessman, a pathological and dogged successful magnate. Aliyu Abubakar serves as the role model for many Nigerians. Asides being rich, there are several facts you might not know about this business mogul; so, below are few astonishing facts you may not know about Aliyu Abubakar.

He is a Philanthropist:


Aliyu Abubakar is not just wealthy; he also has a kind heart and has been a part of noteworthy causes to help those in need.  He has a foundation called Giwa Aliyu Foundation, which has given out Millions of Naira to Secondary School Students who sit for West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) every year.

He is always working:

 

Aliyu Abubakar is someone who doesn’t switch off his phone. His phone is always on 24 hours. Even more impressive: Aliyu Abubakar starts his workday every hour.


He is committed to building up Nigeria:


Despite owning holding companies all over, Aliyu’s primary focus is still on his Nigerian homeland. If you give him $5 billion today, He will invest everything here in Nigeria.
He is involved in politics:

Aliyu donated millions of naira to Goodluck Jonathan’s campaign in his bid for presidency. Jonathan was the former Nigeria President and a candidate of the People’s Democratic Party.

His son earned Master (MBA):


Aliyu’s son, Abubakar Junior, earned his Master of Business Administration...