Personality
Grace Bent is not part of my family’s dispute, says Fani-Kayode
A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Grace Folashade Bent, has been exonerated from a family feud involving a former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode.
Fani-Kayode is currently in court with his estranged wife, Precious Chikwendu, who accused Senator Grent of intimation, harassment and being responsible for her inability to have access to her four kids produced by marriage to the former Minister.
But Fani-Kayode has absolved the former Adamawa South Senator, Grace Bent, from the allegations against her by some bloggers on the social media, saying she has no hand in his family feud.
In a statement signed by a counsel to Chief Fani-Kayode, Ibikunle Ayodeji, titled; “To Whom It May Concern: Savage Posts On The Well Respected Senator Grace Bent and Her Family,” he said Mrs Bent does not dabble into the home affairs of Fani-Kayode and she has no power to do so.
“We are solicitors to Chief Femi Fani-Kayode. Our attention has been drawn to a series of posts making rounds on the internet.
“The said posts heavily denigrate the well respected Senator Grace Bent and her entire household.
“The deep rooted animosity which reflects in the post, can be easily connected to her association with Chief Femi Fani-Kayode.
“A response to the post, which is full of cunningly devised fables, is not necessary at this time.
“For the record, however, there is a need to reassert the point that, Senator Grace Bent does not dabble into the home affairs of Chief Femi Fani-Kayode and she has no power to do so. Senator Grace Bent is a mother and grandmother and she has her family to take care of,” Barrister Ayodeji said.
He added that regardless of their political association, Senator Grace Bent does not meddle in the private affairs of Fani-Kayode, neither does she volunteer any advice on how he should run his family business.
“Chief Femi Fani-Kayode is a man of conviction and he takes full control of what goes on around him and what happens in his family and household.
“No one can dictate to him, tell him what to do or manipulate him and neither has Senator Grace Bent or any member of her family tried to do so.
“It is unfortunate that the Bent family is being attacked by persons with unknown pedigrees and a disillusioned mindset.
“The vicious and libellous slander and falsehood levelled against Senator Bent’s daughter, Jackie B, is particularly repugnant and disgraceful.
“This is a well-brought up and decent young lady who is a well-respected public figure and celebrity in her own right and who has achieved so much at such an early age.
“Senator Bent and her husband, Chief Jackson Bent, who is a highly respected retired Army officer and who has served our nation diligently and selflessly, are worthy of double honour and our client will not cease to accord them same, just like every other well-meaning Nigerian.
“In the light of the above it is important that our client should clear the air on the savage posts, which are not only distracting, but also intended to muddle the waters.
“The Bents are decent, loving, honorable and law-abiding people who should not be subjected to the kind of wickedness that we are witnessing,” he stated.
Former Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections in Nigeria, Peter Obi has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Professor Humphrey Nwosu, former Chairman of the National Electoral Commission (NEC).
Obi described him as a “true democrat” and a pillar of Nigeria’s democratic history.
In a heartfelt statement, while writing on his X-Handle, Obi described Nwosu as an outstanding academic and a courageous defender of democratic principles, particularly during his tenure as NEC Chairman from 1989 to 1993.
Obi emphasized Prof. Nwosu’s pivotal role in organizing and upholding the 1993 presidential elections, a process widely regarded as one of the fairest in Nigeria’s history.
“For his role in that election, Prof. Nwosu’s name will remain indelible in the history of Nigerian democracy,” Obi said.
The former Anambra State governor however lamented the state of Nigeria’s current electoral process, noting that despite the resources and technology now available, the integrity and commitment to democracy exhibited by Nwosu under less favorable conditions have not been replicated.
Obi praised Nwosu for his adherence to truth and electoral transparency, contrasting it with the current challenges in Nigeria’s democratic system.
“Unlike today, when professors are sometimes procured to aid electoral malpractice, Prof. Nwosu applied the principles he taught as an erudite professor of Political Science, conducting an election that remains a benchmark for integrity,” Obi said.
Obi called for more leaders like Nwosu, who he described as willing to risk their lives for the sake of democracy.
He also prayed for God’s forgiveness for Nwosu’s shortcomings and for strength for his family and all those mourning him.
“May God Almighty grant Nigeria the likes of Professor Humphrey Nwosu in future elections,” Obi concluded, reaffirming his belief that a new and better Nigeria is possible.
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State has extended his heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Akwa Ibom State following the tragic death of Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, wife of Governor Umo Eno, who passed away on Thursday.
In his message, Governor Ododo expressed deep sorrow and noted the pivotal role Mrs. Umo Eno played in supporting her husband’s administration.
Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Ismaila Isah in a statement quoted him to have highlighted her dedication as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, whose numerous charitable initiatives, particularly her work with women and the less privileged, made a lasting impact on the lives of many in Akwa Ibom.
Governor Ododo prayed for the peaceful repose of her soul and offered his deepest sympathies to the bereaved family, as well as the people of Akwa Ibom State, as they mourn this immense loss.
Mrs. Patience Umo Eno passed away at the age of 57 after a brief illness.
The prestigious International Accounting Bulletin (AIB) in its recent 2024 Country Survey of Accounting firms in Nigeria has rated GBC-Reanda as the 11th local Accounting firm in Nigeria.
In its previous year’s rating, the organization was ranked 16th. This year’s improved ranking is a demostration of GBC-Reanda’s steadfast dedication to providing outstanding services and exceeding client expectations.
Mrs Damilola Akindele ACA, Principal Manager, Mr Emmanuel Ogiaga FCA , Engagement Partner, Sir Gbenga Badejo FCA ,KJW Managing Partner and
Mrs Abimbola Alao ACA Manager, Audit&Assurance, GBC-Reanda International.
The ranking process started with the Bulletin’s invitation of Accounting firms in Nigeria to present their organizations and evidence of their compliance with best global practice in Accounting profession an assessment which was in conformity with IAB World Survey data.
According to the publication “We are delighted to share that your firm climbed up to rank 11th in Nigeria, according to the 2024 Nigeria Survey of IAB. Congratulations”
GBC, now GBC-Reanda International, was established in 1996 and has continued to provide qualitative value added services to its diverse, ever growing clientele in different sectors of the economy. The firm is endowed with highly competent and experienced professionals with a wide exposure to all aspects of Accounting, Financial Management and General Business Administration.
According to Managing Pattner of the firm, Sir Gbenga Badejo, FCA, KJW, “we are a composite one stop professional & consulting firm providing Professional Services, Business Consulting & Financial Advisory Services to clients in various sectors of the economy. The firm is principally driven by sound professional and business principles geared towards providing value added services through highly experienced and well-trained professionals.”
He revealed that in the firm’s over 28 years of existence, over 250 Accounting Professionals have been trained, who are all out in various Sectors to add value within the Consulting and Accounting chain of the Global economy.
Sir Gbenga Badejo sees a better future of impact and value in the organization’s continuous drive towards professional excellence.
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