Also, approximately 9 million children are at risk of suffering from acute malnutrition or wasting.

Ajaero revealed he was tortured for hours on end and refused requests for medical attention.

He said she was a pioneer in her field and embodied the courage, professionalism, capacity, and resilience of the Nigerian woman.

Speaking on the upcoming election, he said “there is no space for violence in this election.”

“Considering the economic benefits which the Republic of Benin gets from Nigeria, the mistreatment of Nigerians living over there is not a reflection of appreciation.”

He said the injection of new officers would further energise the Executive council in achieving set objectives.

He called on Nigerians to be dynamic and work on new approaches to hold government accountable.

“We believe that the government will do the right thing in getting those who are criminals to be prosecuted and sent to correctional centres… But it must be done within the bounds of law.”

This is to execute their directive to members employed in the aviation industry to halt all flights to Owerri.

Ogun Governor Abiodun said the influx of industries and other investments to the state is an indication that his PPP vision is yielding results.

“Also, many contractors have been compelled to return to the sites to complete hitherto shoddily done or abandoned projects.”

He said $3.6bn has been secured for the East Africa railway corridor linking Tanzania, Democratic Republic of Congo and Burundi.

It ordered that Emefiele should transmit and deposit his travel documents to the court’s registrar.

“We do not breed thugs,” he said.

“My Principal, our President is a man filled with vision, willpower and total commitment to the Nigerian project.”

He will underscore Nigeria’s commitment to attracting more Foreign Direct Investment and expanding business partnerships.

He launched a digital population database and inaugurated a system coordinating committee.

Among those present were Senate President Akpabio; House Speaker Abbas; SGF Akume and Budget Minister Bagudu.

It ordered Emefiele’s lawyers to deposit his passport.

“It is long coming, but we must continue relentlessly because it’s the only guarantee against war.”