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2024 End Of The Year Celebration: Livebridge Properties Honours Staff With Cash Prize Award
By Tambaya Julius, Abuja
Livebridge Properties and Investment Limited, Abuja celebrated its 10th anniversary with an end-of-year awards ceremony in Abuja, recognising staff for their dedication and contributions.
The executive officer, Mr. Nwaneri Obinna Flaker expressed gratitude for the company’s progress and impact over the years.
Livebridge Properties and Investment Limited, Abuja a leading real estate company, held its highly anticipated 2024 end-of-year awards and celebration event in Abuja.
The grand occasion attracted several influential personalities from within and outside the Federal Capital Territory, showcasing the company’s growth, achievements, and commitment to excellence.
The 2024 event was a significant milestone for Livebridge Properties, celebrating a decade of impactful contributions to the real estate sector.
The ceremony recognised and rewarded outstanding staff members for their exceptional dedication and contributions, further solidifying the company’s reputation as a leader in the industry.
One of the event’s highlights was the awards ceremony, where various staff members were celebrated for their outstanding achievements. Felix Williams received the Exceptional Salesmanship Award, accompanied by a cash prize of 1million naira. Other awardees included Alice Ejembi, Daramola Oluwasen David, Nyabun Mathias, Ibrahim Sheriff, Odwen Beatrice, Ibrahim Haulat, Edimma Faith Umah, Chukwuka Richard Okolie and Mbanusi banusi Kelvin, who were recognised as top performers for 2024.
The CEO and Managing Director of the company Mr. Nwanire Obinna Flaker expressed his heartfelt gratitude during the event.
He thanked God Almighty for enabling the company to achieve such significant milestones and for gracing the event with success.
In his speech, Mr Obinna extended his appreciation to all attendees for honouring the invitation and for being part of the company’s journey. He remarked, “It is part of our culture as a company to celebrate the efforts of our hardworking staff who have consistently excelled in their roles. This occasion reflects our collective commitment to progress and making a positive impact on people’s lives.”
He added, “Reaching a decade as a company is no small feat. It is a testament to our dedication, resilience, and the grace of God. Our new office is a symbol of this growth and achievement, and we are filled with gratitude.”
Mr. Obinna applauded the entire team for their hard work and dedication, emphasising that the company’s success is the result of collective efforts. “What we are celebrating today is not just individual success but the growth, progress, and achievements we have attained as a team,” he stated. Mr Obinna also encouraged the staff and attendees to continue striving for greater accomplishments in the future.
The CEO also took a moment to appreciate the festive season, encouraging the gathering to embrace the spirit of Christmas by showing love and kindness to one another.
In addition to recognising the staff, Mr Obinna prayed for the attendees, wishing them success in their endeavours and a safe journey back to their destinations. He also extended warm wishes for a joyful Christmas season.
In a Spirit of joy and celebration, Dr. Joseph Ikon Adamu, a loyal customer of Livebridge Properties, shared his appreciation for the company’s genuine and customer-friendly approach. “Livebridge Properties has exceeded my expectations with their professionalism and commitment to excellence.
I recently completed my building project through their services, and I encourage others to invest with them,” he stated.
The 2024 end-of-year celebration was more than just an event; it was a reflection of Livebridge Properties’ 10-year journey of dedication, innovation, and impact.
The company’s unwavering commitment to its staff, customers, and the real estate sector has positioned it as a trusted name in Nigeria.
As Livebridge Properties and Investment Limited looks to the future, the company remains steadfast in its mission to deliver exceptional value, foster growth, and make a lasting impact in the lives of its employees, customers, and the community.
The Nigeria Police Force said it has completed the extradition of Benjamin Best Nnayereugo, widely known as “Killaboi,” from Doha, Qatar, to Nigeria.
Killaboi, who had been on the run for the murder of Augusta Onuwabhagbe, was returned to the country in the early hours of today, Saturday, through the coordinated efforts of the Ministry of Justice, INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB), the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters Abuja and the Qatari Judicial Authorities.
The extradition followed a petition from the family of the deceased, submitted through their legal representatives, dated 29th September 2024.
A statement by Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumiyiwa Adejobi, said the matter was assigned to INTERPOL NCB Abuja, after which investigations revealed that the suspect murdered Onuwabhagbe, a 21-year-old first-class student of Lead City University, Ibadan, in his residence located at No. 24a Abiola Apooyi Street, Oral Estate, Ajah, Lagos, on 13th July 2023. After committing the crime, he fled Nigeria and later released an online video purporting to confess to the act, a deceptive strategy to derail investigative efforts.
Following his declaration as wanted by the NPF Lagos State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) on 13th October 2023, an INTERPOL Red Notice was issued for his global apprehension.
The statement said “He was initially arrested in Freetown, Sierra Leone, on 20th October 2023 under the false identity ‘KANU PRINCETON SAMUEL,” but escaped custody during a prison break on 26th November 2023 in Freetown.
“Further intelligence gathering revealed that the suspect continued to evade law enforcement, traversing multiple regions including West Africa, East Asia and the Middle East, under forged identities before eventually relocating to Doha, Qatar on 24th January, 2025. Operating under the alias “TOURE ABDOULAYE” with a fraudulent Guinean passport, he secured illegal employment and concealed his identity.
“Through robust international cooperation and the use of advanced biometrics, INTERPOL NCB Abuja, in collaboration with INTERPOL NCB Doha, confirmed his identity, leading to his arrest by Qatari authorities in February 2025. An official extradition request, processed via the Federal Ministry of Justice, Abuja, was subsequently approved by the Qatari judicial authorities, resulting in his repatriation to Nigeria.”
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, while recognising the strength in the synergy amongst nations to curb trans-border crimes, commended the diligence of INTERPOL NCB Abuja.
He extended appreciation to the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, the Government of Qatar, INTERPOL NCB Doha, and the Nigerian Embassy in Qatar for their invaluable collaboration in securing the fugitive’s return.
The Inspector-General of Police further assured the general public of the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to ensuring that the suspect faces diligent prosecution, as part of the NPF’s dedication to justice and the safety of all Nigerians.
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has appealed to the Federal Government to step up and deal with rising insecurity in the state as the death toll from the recent attacks by suspected herdsmen on Ukum and Logo local government areas in the state has risen to 56.
The governor made the call on Saturday when he visited the scenes of attacks by suspected herdsmen in Ukum and Logo local government areas to ascertain the impact of the attacks.
Addressing journalists after the visit to the affected communities in the two local government areas, Alia condemned the violent attacks on the defenseless people and called for greater action from security agencies to nip these killings in the bud.
The governor used the visit to engage with community leaders and their people whom he assured of a better deal in addressing all forms of insecurity.
He also called for calm and urged the people to resist the will to resort to self-help
Security has also been beefed up in the Sankera axis where these attacks happened to restore confidence, while emergency services and relief items have been extended to the two local government areas.
In neighbouring Plateau State, also in the North Central geopolitical zone, over 100 people have been killed in the last two weeks when bloodthirsty marauders unleashed mayhem on communities in the Bokkos and Bassa local government areas of Plateau State.
Muhammad Auwal Jatau, Bauchi deputy governor, has denied reports claiming that he slapped Yusuf Tuggar, minister of foreign affairs, during a high-profile event in the state.
The alleged incident was said to have taken place on Friday inside a white coaster bus conveying dignitaries from Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa international airport to the Bauchi emir’s palace.
The dignitaries were en route to the turbaning of Mohammed Abubakar, a former governor of the state.
According to unverified reports, an argument broke out after the minister allegedly made disparaging comments about Bala Mohammed, Bauchi state governor.
Jatau was said to have slapped the minister in reaction, reportedly in the presence of Vice-President Kashim Shettima and other prominent figures.
But Muslim Lawal, spokesperson to the deputy governor, described the claim as “false and baseless”.
“No, no, no, how can the deputy governor slap the minister? I don’t think that ever happened in Bauchi because I know my principal is a responsible person,” he said.
“The number two person cannot slap a minister or whoever person that people are talking about. We are not even aware of that. I am just hearing this from you.”
Lawal questioned the credibility of the viral report and called on anyone with evidence to present it.
“Did you see the evidence of the slap? I didn’t see it, I’m just hearing about that from you,” he said.
“But my belief is that there is no way the deputy governor will slap a minister. I don’t think such can ever happen in Bauchi, not even my principal or whoever is in his position.”
He said there was no reasonable provocation for such an act.
“What is even the issue that will make the deputy governor slap a minister?” he asked.
“I was not in the car and if there is any evidence that the deputy governor did such, maybe we can speak on that, but as of now, I don’t even know about it. That’s our position.
“And I don’t even think that the deputy governor, even if it is not in the presence of the vice-president, can do that.”