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Plateau ex-gober aspirant, Ropshik secures release of 14 inmates, nursing mother

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A former Plateau State governorship aspirant of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Chief Kefas Ropshik, has secured the release of no fewer than 14 inmates from the Jos Division of the Correctional Service Centre.

Those who regained freedom include a nursing mother, Patience Pam after the payment of 1.4 million by Mr Ropshik as well as the young man Gabriel Orukpo who was sentenced to two years imprisonment for the destruction of a billboard of the PDP Presidential candidate Alh. Atiku Abubakar mounted at Zarmaganda area Jos-Bukuru Metropolis before the February 2023 presidential elections in the country.

The Head of Jos Correctional Service Center represented by the Deputy Comptroller, Folarunsho Mark said the beneficiaries were in custody for cases of theft, conspiracies, and breach of trust.

He described the intervention as extraordinary, “It is a normal thing that has been happening but this is extraordinary, we have a former Governorship Aspirant in Plateau State under PDP Mr Kefas Ropshik who came here and paid.

“He paid for about 14 inmates who are today discharged based on the fines paid. Most of the offences are theft, conspiracy and criminal breach of trust.”

Ropshik cautioned them from being used for negative activities as he promised to empower them with starter packs in their different fields of choice so as to become self-employed and also contribute their quota to the nation’s economy.

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NIA to Honour Past Governing Council Members, Former Director Generals

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The Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) is pleased to announce plans to honour its past Governing Council Members and Director General in recognition of their invaluable contributions to the growth and development of the Association.

This initiative underscores the Association’s deep appreciation for the visionary leadership, dedication, and selfless service of those who have steered the affairs of the NIA over the years. Their efforts have laid a solid
foundation for the Association’s achievements and strengthened its role as the collective voice of the insurance industry.

The event is scheduled to take place on Thursday,30 April 2026, at the Insurers House, 42 Saka Tinubu Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, under the theme, “Service as the Cornerstone of Leadership and Institutional Legacy.”

Speaking on the significance of the initiative, the Chairman of the NIA, Mr. Kunle Ahmed, noted that honouring past Governing Council Members and Director Generals is not only a mark of respect but also a way of preserving the Association’s rich legacy.

He said that their guidance and commitment have been instrumental in shaping policies, fostering industry collaboration, and promoting public confidence in insurance as a tool for national development.

Kunle emphasized that the structures laid down by the past leaders, the values they upheld, and the sacrifices they made continue to resonate in the Association’s present achievements.

He noted: “Institutions are built over time, but their true strength lies in the people who devote themselves in service.

“This event is our way of pausing to honour those whose leadership and sacrifices created the pathway we now walk. Their legacy is not confined to history—it lives on in every milestone we celebrate today.”

The NIA Chairman further stated that by celebrating the Association’s past leaders, the NIA preserves its history, reinforces its values, and set a clear benchmark for future leadership.

According to him, the progress the Association enjoy today is firmly anchored in the foresight and dedication of its past leaders.

“Without question, they remain the bedrock of the NIA’s enduring relevance and success, he said.”

The ceremony will bring together industry stakeholders, regulators, and partners to celebrate these distinguished leaders and reaffirm the Association’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth.

The NIA looks forward to this memorable occasion as it continues to build on the foundations laid by its past leaders while charting new paths for the future of insurance in Nigeria.

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40-year-old man bags two-year prison sentence over stolen car

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A magistrates’ court in Jos on Tuesday sentenced a 40-year-old painter, Dominic Maitala, to two years’ imprisonment for stealing a car.

The magistrate, Irene Pati, sentenced the convict, who pleaded guilty to the charge.

Ms Pati, however, gave the convict the option of a N100,000 fine and ordered him to pay N7 million in compensation and, in default, to serve an additional year in prison.

Earlier, the prosecutor, Ibrahim Gokwat, told the court that the complainant, Peter Walar, reported the case on March 17 at the Area Command Metro Police Station.

Mr Gokwat said the convict was told to watch the car at the garage, but he took the car away and claimed he was drunk and did not know who stole the car from his house, where he had parked it overnight.

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