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The final resting place of former Senate President, late Dr Joseph Wayas, a big mausoleum, is still under construction barely two weeks to November 30, 2024, the burial date. Dr. Dorn Cklaimz, chairman of the mega burial event, told journalists in a news conference in Calabar, Cross River State three weeks ago that all arrangements
Wayas: Mausoleum not ready less than 2 weeks to burial

The final resting place of former Senate President, late Dr Joseph Wayas, a big mausoleum, is still under construction barely two weeks to November 30, 2024, the burial date.

Dr. Dorn Cklaimz, chairman of the mega burial event, told journalists in a news conference in Calabar, Cross River State three weeks ago that all arrangements were set for the burial in Bassang community in Obanliku LGA, adding that the mausoleum was at advance stage of completion.

He had said that other former Presidents and Senate Presidents alive, top politicians and other distinguished figures have indicated interest to honour the former number three man who served from 1979-1983 under late President Shehu Shagari.

Wayas died at age 80 on 30 November, 2021, and his body was left in a London morgue for three years, till July 2024 when the ‘Who Is Who in Northern Cross River’ pulled their resources together to bring back the body.

A visit to the construction site in Bassang community showed that even though some building materials are on site yet work pace is slow.

However, natives of the community were excited that the body of their patriarch would finally be laid to rest.

President of Basang Development Union, Chief Sylvanus Anyawho told DAILY POST exclusively that there was no cause for alarm, assuring that the deadline will be met.

“I was at the site today. Work is at the plastering stage. I saw many workers on site, while some were plastering, others were working on drained gutters and pavement around the main building..

“I saw materials on ground, the entrance door, more than 200 bags of cement and glass windows have been delivered.

“Mausoleum is not roofed but decked. It will have double walls.

“I am confident that they will meet up with the dateline,” he said.

One of the work committee members of the larger funeral committee, who is on ground also disclosed that within the days, a grader will be on site to clear the entire site.

Chief press secretary to Governor Bassey Otu, Gill Nsa had disclosed that a chopper would airlift the body from UJ Esuene Stadium Calabar where the main funeral would be held to Basang community, more than seven hours drive.

Office of the current Senate President, Dr Godswill Akpabio has promised to fly the body from National Hospital Abuja to Calabar Stadium and to Bassang community.

Wayas: Mausoleum not ready less than 2 weeks to burial

The New Arewa Youth Movement (NAYM) has strongly criticized a recent song by Dauda Kahutu Rarara, a popular musician associated with the All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing him of fueling animosity between Nigerians and Nigeriens. In a statement released on Friday, NAYM described Rarara’s music—which targets Niger’s Head of State—as “inflammatory” and warned that it
Arewa youths condemn Rarara’s music, say song creating animosity between Nigeria, Niger

The New Arewa Youth Movement (NAYM) has strongly criticized a recent song by Dauda Kahutu Rarara, a popular musician associated with the All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing him of fueling animosity between Nigerians and Nigeriens.

In a statement released on Friday, NAYM described Rarara’s music—which targets Niger’s Head of State—as “inflammatory” and warned that it threatens the longstanding ties between Nigeria and Niger.

“Nigeria and Niger share deep historical, cultural, and economic ties that must not be undermined by reckless rhetoric. It is highly irresponsible for anyone, especially a public figure with a large following, to use their platform to create division between people who have coexisted peacefully for generations,” the statement read.

The group urged security agencies to take immediate action by inviting the musician for questioning over his “divisive activities.”

“We call on the appropriate security authorities to swiftly summon Dauda Kahutu Rarara for questioning. His actions risk escalating tensions, and it is crucial that he be cautioned against further incitement,” NAYM stated.

Additionally, the group appealed directly to Rarara, encouraging him to reconsider his approach and use his influence to promote peace rather than discord.

“We urge Rarara to reflect on the consequences of his words and refrain from using his voice to incite division. Artists should be ambassadors of peace and unity, not sources of conflict and hostility,” the statement emphasized.

The singer was accused of using offensive language against the President of Niger, calling him names, like fraudster, a deceiver, the cancer of Niger, the kidney disease of Niger, liar and a hypocrite etc

Though he referred to him as “Chali” instead of the more commonly known name “Tchianey.”

The song has already stirred up reactions on social media in Northern Nigeria and has prompted responses from musicians in the Republic of Niger.

NAYM further stressed that political leadership is fleeting, but the bond between the people of Nigeria and Niger is enduring.

“It is essential to remember that leaders like President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria and General Abdourahmane Tchiani of Niger will eventually leave office, but the people of both nations will continue to live side by side. Political leadership is temporary, but the ties of kinship between Nigeria and Niger are permanent,” NAYM noted.

The statement concluded with a call for unity, urging all public figures to use their platforms responsibly.

“We call on all individuals, especially those in positions of influence, to prioritize peace and unity. Our shared future depends on our ability to coexist in mutual respect and cooperation,” the group stated.

The statement was signed by Muhammad Farouk, Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the New Arewa Youth Movement.

Arewa youths condemn Rarara’s music, say song creating animosity between Nigeria, Niger

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