NDLEA intercepts UK, Dubai-bound Gunmen attack hard drugs concealed in jerry cans Dubai and one Mr Babatunde he National Drug Law statement on Sunday in packs of cereals. Zamfara Federal Bakare was arrested alongside Enforcement Agency, Abuja. He also said that on July 6, the items. NDLEA, has intercepted Babafemi said that the operatives of the MMIA T The NDLEA Director of 550grammes of cannabis and drugs concealed in six jerry command conducted a follow-up Media said that operatives of 5 0 g r a m m e s o f R o h y p n o l cans of local herbal mixtures operation at Gate 2, Ladipo the command also intercepted (Flunitrazepam) at the Muritala called Gabo were seized at Oluwole Street, opposite College, abduct a 4.3 kilogrammes of skunk Mohammed International Airport, Skyway Aviation Handling Guinness Bottling Company, imported from Canada. MMIA, Lagos. Company Plc. export shed. Ikeja. He said that the package Femi Babafemi, spokesman He said that the drugs Babafemi added that one which came on Ethiopian PAGE 2 for NDLEA, said this in a were detected during outward Airline, was concealed in nine ...continued on page 2 Provost clearance of cargo going to

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Page 3 ‘PDP governors who defected to APC will return before 2023’ Page 2 July 18, 2021 |2 July 18, 2021 |4 News Metro PDP governors who defected Omo-Agege: Nigeria NDLEA intercepts UK, Dubai-bound to APC will return before 2023 - Ex-National Secretary, Akitoye needs prayers to hard drugs concealed in jerry cans former National While defending the Secretary of the party which has been accused overcome current ...continued from front page sent to him was intercepted. they were to deliver to the AP e o p l e ' s in some quarters of not Animashaun Kabiru was According to NDLEA house of a baron, Tony Chidi He added that Marwa had, Democratic Party (PDP) and p l a y i n g a n e ff e c t i v e apprehended for questioning spokesman, Femi Babafemi, the Onwurolu at 132, Lateef therefore, directed the Agency's a member of the Board of opposition role, the former Directorate of Assets and challenges over a bag containing bitter kola drug was intercepted at the Adegboyega Street, off Ago Trustees of the party, Dr national scribe said that the which was brought for export to Skyway Aviation Handling Palace Way by Grandmate Bus Financial Investigations as well Remi Akitoye, has expressed party's position has been to be the U.K. Company Plc (SAHCO) shed of Stop Okota, Lagos. as the Directorate of Intelligence optimism that the governors a good opposition leader and h e D e p u t y A n g l i c a n B i s h o p , “When the bag of bitter kola the Muritala Mohammed “During the follow up to deploy their networks to fast and members of the party not heat up the polity in any President of the Diocese of Lagos, Rt. track the arrest of Onwurolu. was searched, it was discovered International Airport, MMIA, o p e r a t i o n , To n y C h i d i who defected to the ruling way. Senate, Senator R e v . H u m p h r e y that the bitter kola was mixed Ikeja Lagos. Onwurolu, who obviously The NDLEA Chairman said T that in view of the volume of All Progressives Congress ”PDP doesn't want to heat Ovie Omo-Agege, has Olumakaiye, enjoined with some wraps of a substance According to him, the illicit m o u n t e d a c o u n t e r - (APC) will return to the party up the polity by its action. If drug had arrived Lagos in 25 heroin brought into country by called for fervent prayers Nigerians not to lose hope suspected to be illicit drug. surveillance around his before 2023. you can observe, you will parcels from South Africa the fleeing baron, the Agency “A total of 36 wraps of the neighbourhood, fled his home Akitoye equally boasted notice that PDP has been for Nigeria to overcome but to have faith in God through an Air Peace Airline before the arrival of the team of would deploy all available suspected substance later tested that PDP will take over criticizing in a civilized her current challenges. for solutions to their flight on 30th June, 2021. operatives who stormed his mechanisms, locally and positive for cocaine weighing power in 2023, stressing that manner. The party has O m o - A g e g e w h o problems. 600 grammes,” he said. He said that it was, however, residence. internationally, to track him and the period is uncertain and actually been shouting in a He also said that an Uber d e t a i n e d f o r s c r e e n i n g “They were however able bring him to face charges in the made the call Sunday at Quoting from the Holy driver, Lawal Rasheed, who following reasonable suspicion to search his home and law court. there is confusion, but he civilized manner. the First Session of the Books of Psalm 46:1-7; “Those who have been on was arrested on June 8 in o f t h e c o n t e n t o f t h e recovered a number of would like to assure “If the country is in the Fifth Synod of the 27:1; 21:6; 16:11; Isaiah consignment. the run for 10 years and some for Nigerians that the country state that it is now, nobody connection with the seizure of a documents to establish his true Diocese of Sapele 26:3 and John 16:33, the cocaine consignment, had been “A follow up operation was identity,” he said. five years, we have since tracked would soon settle down and will add to the already tense Dr Akinwunmi Adesina let off the hook. subsequently carried out the Babafemi said that the them and are now facing charges the right thing would be situation, and that is why we (Anglican Communion), guest preacher assured A c c o r d i n g t o h i m , following day, 1st July when NDLEA Chairman Brig. Gen. while cooling their heels behind done. have maintained civility in Okpe Archdeaconry, that Jesus Christ has not Rasheed's release followed his narcotic officers of the MMIA Buba Marwa (retired), had bars. He urged Nigerians not to our approach to checking the asked Nigerians not to changed from caring and Command trailed the driver and “The latest one will not be an cooperation that led to the arrest directed that the fleeing drug be deceived by the defection e x c e s s e s o f t h i s d e s p a i r o v e r t h e loving his followers. of the real owner of the drug, a clearing agent that were baron be declared wanted exception, because he can only of the PDP governors and government,” he added. Nigerians deserve wealth, not poverty Egbo Maduka. assigned to deliver the immediately and his details run but can't hide for too long other members of the party, The PDP chieftain challenges confronting According to him, the He said Maduka in his consignment. submitted to Interpol for before we get him,” Marwa was the nation. Church has become the quoted to have said. insisting they defectors maintained that "the PDP has statement accepted ownership “Investigation revealed that tracking across the world. would find their way back been operating in a mature – AfDB President, Akinwumi Adesina tells FG Speaking on the theme, last hope of the hopeless. of the consignment and into the PDP. manner, in a manner that will incredibly rich diversity: of Therefore, our diversity is “The Lord is my Strength He enjoined the church to absolved Rasheed of any “I don't want Nigerians to not upset the country, because r e s i d e n t o f t h e i n t h e c o u n t r y a r e complicity. African Development unemployed, “lacking skills, people, of cultures, of not our problem. Diversity is and Stronghold”, the preach hope to their be deceived by the defection the country is bigger than any Deputy Senate President followers to bring them The NDLEA spokesperson of some members of our party, whether APC, PDP or PBank (AfDB) Dr economic opportunities, religions, of mineral our strength. But when quoted the Agency's Chairman, party to the APC. Most of any party for that matter". Akinwunmi Adesina has discouraged, angry and resources, oil, and gas, mismanaged, diversity urged the church to back to the society. Buba Marwa, as commending Anxiety as COVID-19 them that defected will soon He added, “In PDP we said Nigeria's poverty restless, as they look at a amazingly rich biodiversity, becomes divergence. Rather continue to pray for the G o d ' s p r e s e n c e , the officers and men of the come back to the party have been focusing on the situation is unacceptable future that does not give that should make us the envy than unite, we become country. according to the cleric, MMIA Command for the series of the world. We are blessed splintered, with each entity of seizures and arrests in the before 2023. country rather than on any considering the country's them hope”. According to him: “We brings joy, spiritual with abundantly diverse believing that, somehow, it is past weeks. “Some of them were party. I believe that we are abundant natural resources. Adesina noted that the need the intervention of growth, healing, divine third wave hits Lagos d e l u d e d ; t h e y w e r e w o r k i n g a s a v i a b l e agro-ecologies, that should better without the other. We Marwa urged them not to Speaking at the weekend g o v e r n m e n t s h o u l d the church, we need blackmailed and deceived to opposition to maintain peace prioritise investments in the also make us a land of must manage diversity for protection and it helps to rest on their oars, adding “we during the convocation prayers for this country. must all remain fully prepared believe that if they crossed and stability in the country. I lecture he delivered at the youth. “I speak to you today bountiful harvests with collective good. fulfill our destiny. and proactive at all times if we over their sins will be forgiven can assure you that the party American University of as a Nigerian. As I have quite capacity to feed Africa. “Nigeria must start We are nothing without On his part, the chief have to battle this scourge to a like Adams Oshiomhole said will take over the leadership Nigeria (AUN), Yola, often said, I will live as a “We are a religious nation, managing its diversity for God. No matter what we host and Bishop of standstill. some time ago. By next year of this country and give Adamawa state, Adesina Nigerian, die as a Nigerian, so we should understand that prosperity. We must drive for do, if we don't have the S a p e l e D i o c e s e Meanwhile, the NDLEA when politicking will start Nigerians the dividend of said Nigerians deserve and on the resurrection God loves diversity. The national cohesion, not ethnic blessings and anointing (Anglican Communion), has declared a drug baron, Chidi fully, things will have settled democracy come 2023 and diversity of rich and brilliant nationalities. We must Onwurolu wanted after wealth, not poverty, adding morning, I will ask God for of God, it is to no avail. Rt. Rev. Blessing Erifeta, and the Is' and the Ts' will be beyond". colours that we see in our address the fundamental 26.15Kg of heroine allegedly that the nation must learn permission to rise as a “I want to urge the noted that as long as dotted". Akitoye stated forests, oceans, seas, and in reasons for agitations, by how to manage its diversity Nigerian, with the green- church to continue to there are challenges and for prosperity. white-green flag in my flora and fauna, reflect the listening, understanding, pray for Nigeria. There is problems facing the LG Poll: Abiodun Gunmen attack Zamfara Federal The AfDB president hand!” Adesina said. beauty of the Creator. removing prejudices and stated that 38.5% of youths “Nigeria is blessed with allowing for open, national a lot more that we need to people, churches would flags off Ogun College, abduct Provost d i a l o g u e s , w i t h o u t d o t o p r o t e c t o u r continue to proliferate in t was learnt that the r a i d e d s o m e preconditions, but with one citizens”. order to give hope to the APC campaigns incident occurred in communities in the Ogun engages 56 independent monitors goal: build one cohesive, In his homily, the people. the early hours of M a r a d u n L o c a l united, fair, just and equitable I nation for all, not for a few or overnor of Ogun State, S u n d a y w h e n t h e Government Area of the Dapo Abiodun, will on for social welfare programme for any section of the nation or assailants invaded his state, killing at least 42 religion. GM o n d a y ( t o d a y ) official residence within persons. o fewer than 56 trained information and record remain committed and ensure f o r m a l l y k i c k - o f f t h e accurate data collation. “Nigerians deserve wealth, Government Science There have been a Independent Monitors purposes. c a m p a i g n s o f t h e A l l Nhave received letters of Hajiya Farouq, according Abiodun, represented by the not poverty. For all the Progressives Party (APC) for Secondary School, series of attacks on engagement and tablets to monitor to a statement signed by Commissioner for Special abundant wealth of natural t h e f o r t h c o m i n g l o c a l Bakura schools, colleges and the Federal Government Social A g e n c y ' s I n f o r m a t i o n Duties and Inter-Governmental resources, Nigeria's poverty government elections. Gov. Sanwo-Olu Armed men suspected abduction of pupils and Investment Programme in Ogun Officer, Mr. Oluwasegun A f f a i r s , B a r r . F e m i situation is unacceptable. Ogunbanwo, applauded the In a press statement issued by to be bandits have students in Northern State for the next one year. Owotomo, urged them not to Today, sadly, there are way the Acting Publicity Secretary The Minister of Humanitarian reassign their responsibilities Federal Government under the ...continued from front page too many poor people in of APC in Ogun State, Tunde monitoring and an address ourselves to be carried abducted the Provost of Nigeria. Affairs, Disaster Management and to a third party, but carry out leadership of President for isolation, will be away by the illusion that all Nigeria. The Government is Oladunjoye, on Sunday, the v i a t h e M u r t a l a the College of Arts and Three weeks ago, a Social Development, Hajiya the assignment with utmost Muhammadu Buhari for its penalized. is now back to normal. vision of lifting 100 Million implementing bold social governor will commence the Mohammed Airport. A n i m a l S c i e n c e , student was killed and at Sadiya Farouq who spoke during sense of patriotism, diligence "Sanctions are being This is especially critical, the presentation and induction for Nigerians out of poverty, programs to reduce the number campaigns with visits to Imeko About 18 percent could B a k u r a , H a b i b u least 10 people were and sincerity, warning that recommended and have as Sallah approaches, in a the Independent Monitors in anyone found wanting would assuring that his administration o f p o o r , t h r o u g h Afon and Yewa North Local n o t b e r e a c h e d b y Mainasara, in Zamfara k i d n a p p e d w h e n Government Areas.The already been meted out to little over a week from Abeokuta, said the Independent be discharged. would continue to play its role interventionist programs, but EKOTELEMED because State. gunmen raided the main and support the programme to governor will use the period of defaulters: For foreigners: now", he added. Monitors have been selected to " E v e r y i n d e p e n d e n t the fact of the matter is poverty the tour to commission of the provision of either The incident, it was campus of the Nuhu ensure that the objectives of the m o n i t o r w i l l b e h e l d ensure desired success. is not just about money.” r e v o c a t i o n o f t h e i r T h e g o v e r n o r Earlier in his welcome projects completed by State wrong numbers or wrong learnt, occurred in the Bamalli Polytechnic in welfare programme were accountable by the Ministry Adesina further said there permanent residency, and a n n o u n c e d f u l l address, the Permanent and Local Government Nigerian contact details to achieved as planned. for the task given to you. The should not be a Nigeria for the deportation; For Nigerians: compliance with all early hours of Sunday Zaria, Kaduna state. Secretary in the Ministry, Mr. Councils, inspect ongoing be reached on. Represented by the Assistant Ministry reserves the right to rich and another Nigeria for prosecution with the Lagos protective protocols from when the assailants The gunmen abducted Director, Planning, Research and disengage any monitor for Kehinde Onasanya, affirmed projects and and at the end of “It is the responsibility invaded his official two lecturers and eight that the Prince Dapo Abiodun- the poor, adding that citizen the tour of each local COVID-19 Law". The Sunday. Statistics, Hajiya Jumai Abdu-Ali, m i s c o n d u c t o r n o n - of passengers to ensure the Minister said monitors are led administration would has the right to a decent life. government area, hold a town governor stated. H e m e n t i o n e d r e s i d e n c e w i t h i n students, according to compliance with set guidance they provide the right dedicated to some of the continue to partner with the In June, the World Bank hall meeting to receive S a n w o - O l u n o t e d compulsory use of masks Government Science Samuel Aruwan, the and directive", she said. L-R:- The Ogun State Programme Manager N-power, Mrs. Fola details for us to reach them i n t e r v e n t i o n p r o g r a m m e s In his remarks, the State Federal Government in the said an estimated seven feedback from the good people f u r t h e r t h a t g r e a t e r in all public places, social Secondary School, State's Commissioner of Shogbiyeju, Director, Admin. & Supplies, Ministry of Special for proper monitoring”, he including N-Power, National Governor, Prince Dapo Social Intervention Programmes, million Nigerians may have of Ogun State.The statement vigilance is now required at distancing, temperature Duty and Inter-Governmental Affairs, Mr. Dayo Somoye, noted. Bakura. Internal Security. Homegrown School Feeding Abiodun, stated that the social as it was in tandem with the been pushed into poverty in Representative of Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Mgt advised all members of the churches, mosques and checks, provisions for "Passengers that do not The incident, which Aruwan confirmed Programme (NHGSFP), the welfare programmes have inclusive approach of the 2020 due to rising prices and Social Devt, Hajiya Jumai Abdu-Ali, Hon. Comm. for Special party and the general public other places of religious h a n d - w a s h i n g a n d administration towards the Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs, Barr. Femi Ogunbanwo, provide the right details, has sparked tension in that two students were Condition Cash Transfer (CCT) tremendously impacted on the alone — without considering that will attend the events to worship. sanitizers, and a maximum and Government Enterprise successful implementation of Perm. Sec., Min. of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental including a phone number the area, came barely shot; one died while the lives of the vulnerable in the the direct impacts of strictly comply with the “We must not allow of 50 percent occupancy in Empowerment Programme State, urging the engaged the "Building our Future Affairs, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, during the presentation and they can be reached for two days after bandits other was being treated COVID19. induction for Independent Monitors, held in Abeokuta, Ogun COVID-19 protocols. enclosed spaces. (GEEP) beneficiaries for independent monitors to Together" agenda. in hospital. State...recently July 18, 2021 |15 July 18, 2021 |3 Politics News Odogbolu APC leaders Ripples in Zamfara over Gov Matawalle's defection unite for LG election ...raise over ?10million at stakeholders meeting Kunle Abdul-Azeez moving into the APC, arguing that the apex court awarded the electoral victory in 2019 to the PDP he leaders of All Ogunbanwo, who is the he gale of defection sweeping through and not just its candidates. State Commissioner for Nigeria's political landscape is Progressive Congress "Remember how the Supreme Court brought (APC) in Odogbolu Special Duties emphasized gradually redrawing the power us to power. That's why I am thankful to God and T T came together last Thursday the Governor's admonition equation in Zamfara State. In the ensuing chose to remain in the PDP," the deputy governor realignment of forces, the state Governor, Dr at the Local Government to all the candidates to told BBC Hausa Service in a recent interview. He Secretariat to discuss the engage in an all-inclusive Bello Matawalle, and his deputy, Barrister claimed he was never consulted about the plan to Mahdi Aliyu, are also headed for a showdown. process and mode of the campaign and for them to defect. campaigns for the coming engage and involve all those The impending clash, in the estimation of He said, "I heard everything as a rumour until Local Government election that contested against them analysts, may heat up the state's polity and by 6:00 pm on 29th June he (Matawalle) slated for July 24th. in the primary election in certainly shape the journey towards 2023 announced his defection to the ruling APC. Since their Campaign teams. elections in the North West state. my father brought the party we never for once left At the meeting which was When it was time for Matawalle, who until recently belonged to the party. They met us in the PDP and they will attended by nearly all the the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), formally leave us there." political leaders in the LG, donations coordinated by defected to the ruling All Progressives Aliyu also said he will continue as the deputy with those unable to attend in Otunba Osinubi WESCO, Congress (APC) on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. governor of the state to serve the four years p e r s o n s e n d i n g about ? 10million was The historic event held at the Gusau Trade Fair constitutional mandate given to him. Asked if he representatives, the members contributed to ensure the Complex in the Zamfara State capital was was not concerned about being impeached, the of the various committees success of the party in the attended by APC governors, ministers and the deputy governor said, "That is a big work." saddled with the task of election. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, He added: "I have a good working relationship Former Head of State, Abdulsalami campaigning for the coming The Party Chairman, Boss Mustapha. with the governor, he sends me on important election were announced by Chief Ganiyu Odunlami- As the governor switched political platform, assignments, including PDP governors meetings. the Director-General of the DOUBLE CHIEF thanked some federal lawmakers from the state who "It's not a new thing in Nigeria politics for Campaign Organization, t h e l e a d e r s f o r t h e were hitherto members of the PDP also moved governor and his deputy to belong to different Hon. Obafemi Onakoya, who overwhelming moral and with him to the APC. However, the state's Insecurity has set education in north political parties and complete their constitutional is the current LG Caretaker financial support given to the Deputy Governor decided to remain in the mandate together and I hope this too shall come Chairman . candidates assuring that the PDP. Also, a member representing Talata to pass in Zamfara." The Chairman of the coast was clear for the Mafara/Anka in the State House of Assembly, At the weekend, PDP supporters came out in C e n t r a l C a m p a i g n victory of the party in the Kabiru Yahaya, refused to dump the opposition backward by 20 years –Abdulsalami large numbers to welcome the deputy governor Committee, Barr. Femi coming election. party for the ruling party. who travelled out of the state before his But beyond the tussle brewing within his principal's defection on June 29. Armed with ormer military Head Democracy and Human He said; “Insecurity has the poor economic situation own administration, the Governor has also placards bearing different inscriptions, the PDP of State, General Rights led by its state taken education in the north in the country on the effect of been pitted against some powerful forces in the supporters blocked the Tsafe-Funtua road to A b d u l s a l a m i c h a i r m a n , C o m r a d e back 20 years. We are facing the COVID-19. He added; Olokemeji: Gov. Abiodun state led by the immediate past governor, F celebrate Aliyu. Abubakar (rtd) has said that Abdullahi Jabi at his Minna serious insecurity some “COVID-19 became a Gov Matawalle Abdulaziz Yari, and Senator Kabiru Marafa. Those who accompanied the deputy governor insecurity has set education uphill residence in Niger heartless people keep stumbling block to the world; Already, the duo had rejected the declaration included his father, General Aliyu Gusau, and COVID-19 brought setback sues for peace that Matawalle is now the leader of APC in the the party. Buni, who disclosed that the leadership in the northern part of the State. kidnapping our children. PDP caretaker committee members. country backward by 20 A c c o r d i n g t o forgetting that they too have to all our programmes.” o v e r n o r D a p o Fulani and indigenes state and vowed not to surrender to the of APC from the ward to the state level had been Addressing the party faithful at his residence, Governor's leadership. dissolved, said based on the provisions of the APC, years. A b d u l s a l a m i , m a n y children He also recalled how he Abiodun of Ogun cohabiting peaceful for the deputy governor enjoined them to remain was locked outside the Matawalle's long walk to APC has been Matawalle was now the leader of APC in Zamfara calm. He pointed out that the defection of The former Head of State children of school age can “Will they be happy if GState has warned decades. Those criminal enmeshed in hide-and-seek. Of course, the State. Matawalle would not affect the chances of the said this while receiving no longer go to school while their children are kidnapped country for over nine that the state government elements misleading governor is a major beneficiary of the He said, "As from today, Governor Bello party in future elections. He maintained that as officials of the Niger State those in schools are being and traumatised?” months, resulting in most of will not condone any act of others through unfounded misfortune that befell the Zamfara APC in the Matawalle is the leader of the APC in Zamfara With Matawalle's the highest political office holder in the party, he chapter of the Campaign for kidnapped. Abdulsalami also blamed his plans facing setbacks. lawlessness exhibited by rumour and speculations 2019 general elections. Therefore, he was State. had become the leader of the party in the state. that fuel this kind of crisis "I also want to bring to your notice that as from individuals or group of never expected, morally, to leave his original defection, the APC now has Aliyu assured that he would do everything persons to cause disunity in will not succeed in sowing party that brought him to power. But this is today, the APC Caretaker committees of Zamfara “ possible to reposition the PDP in the state, even as the state. seed of discord or inciting politics where only interests are primary and State from the ward to the state level have been 22 governors while the he solicited the cooperation of members of the other considerations are secondary. dissolved." Ogun residents to enjoy uninterrupted He gave the warning as he people against each other. party. We will deal with fake After months of speculation and snubbing On his part, the Niger State Governor, Abubakar PDP has 13 governors. The Expectedly, the PDP did not take Matawalle's condoled with victims of the meetings of PDP Governors Forum while Sani Bello, observed that Matawalle's defection defection lightly. The opposition party had Olokemji skirmishes where n e w s a n d r u m o u r will strengthen ties between Niger and Zamfara, All Progressives Grand instead hosting APC governors at the initially persuaded the governor against leaving supply of pipe borne water –Abiodun indigenes and Fulani mongers,” he said. Government House in Gusau, Matawalle especially in the area of security. The two states, the fold. However, the party's lobbying failed. herdsmen had a clash that The statement added eventually came out of his shell and made his which share border, have been battling with Alliance (APGA) has an that: “We are already After losing Matawalle to the ruling party, the esidents of Ogun I j e b u - O d e h a d b e e n embedded in the contract Government Area of the state led to loss of lives and decision public. insecurity caused by the activities of bandits, PDP has resolved to take the legal route in engaging all stakeholders incumbent governor in State, particularly scheduled for post May 29, clauses that will ensure that the of his administration's p r o p e r t i e s o v e r t h e Prior to his defection, the Governor on June kidnappers and cattle rustlers in recent time. seeking redress. The party has threatened to In a statement issued shortly after his Abeokuta, the state 2021. So, you will begin to water pipes were repaired. determination to complete the weekend in Odeda Local and this will continue. 12, 2021 dissolved the State Executive Council Anambra State. challenge the governor's defection in court, R Everybody must be made "So, we have revisited that road in the areas, which was Government Area of the apparently to ease out those reluctant to follow colleague's entry into APC, Bello expressed insisting that its mandate was taken to another capital, will soon begin to see all our initiatives in this him to his new haven and pave the way for optimism that the two states will now collaborate enjoy uninterrupted supply of direction. now, our contracts now have started but abandoned by his State. to realise that they cannot party. take laws into their hands. fresh hands to be recruited into the cabinet. to fight banditry and kidnapping to a standstill. "No law allows him to cross over to any other pipe borne water. "We are looking at the clauses in them where any predecessor. A statement issued by the On May 24, 2019, Matawalle was declared According to him, Matawalle's decision to join the party with the governorship mandate statutorily The State governor, Dapo distribution, reticulation and utility that is damaged by the According to him, the link Governor's Chief Press We are speaking with governor after the Supreme Court disqualified ruling party "is a testimony that APC is waxing given to the PDP through the ballot box, as Abiodun, who gave the in no time, I'm sure that the contractor will be repaired by road to a neighbouring state is Secretary, Kunle Somorin Miyetti Allah Cattle all the Zamfara APC candidates in the general stronger and will coast to victory in the next that contractor, so that we don't of utmost priority to his a meeting for proper consultations but all of a already established by the provision of the 1999 assurance on Tuesday, shortly good people of Abeokuta and described the incident as breeders and the Sarkin of election of that year over the failure of the party general election." have this type of situation sudden, announcement was made that the party Constitution (as amended) and the standing after he inspected the the people of the state will government. unfortunate, and warned t h e H a u s a / F u l a n i to conduct valid primaries. The apex court Since Matawalle's defection, reactions have repeating itself." he said. executives had been dissolved and someone was judgment of the Supreme Court," PDP Arakanga Old Water Works, begin to enjoy water supply "On my way coming here, I that investigation would be community and our ordered the Independent National Electoral continued to trail the development. While the named as leader of our party. This is incorrect,” he spokesman, Kola Ologbondiyan, had earlier said. A b e o k u t a , s a i d t h e that is clean, adequate, Abiodun explained that the saw this road and I felt bad carried out to determine the brothers and sisters from Commission (INEC) to cancel the votes polled governor's former party has threatened litigation, said. Ologbondiyan further said "a combined completion and installation of efficient and reliable, just like 'Five Gates', which allows for because the road is in a by the APC in all the elections and decide the some major stakeholders in Zamfara APC, cause of the clash. other ethnic groups that It will be recalled that until February, this year, reading of Section 221 of the 1999 Constitution the five 'Barage Gates' would any other city worldwide," proper damming of water deplorable condition. We are new winners from the remaining valid votes. including ex-Governor Yari and Senator Marafa, Prince Abiodun urged the might have chosen to live Yari and Marafa belonged to different camps in the as the pronouncements of the Supreme Court in allow for proper damming and the governor stated. when Ogun-Oshun River currently embarking on APC had swept the poll in the state by have also kicked against the "appointment" of people of the area to shun and do businesses in our Zamfara APC and had been at loggerheads over the Faleke v. INEC (2016) is clear in holding that it is effective distribution of Abiodun attributed ceasing Basin fails to release enough construction of roads across winning the presidential, governorship and all Matawalle as the leader of the party in the state. violence and report every State. We are talking with control of the party structures in the state. Buni's the political party that stands for election, that drinkable water to the people. in supply of water across the water is now being operated the state, all these roads cannot the federal and state legislative seats while Speaking after a meeting with the Kaduna State local hunters and security intervention, however, ended their feud. votes scored in election belong to the political Abiodun noted that the state to the failure of the automatically as against the be completed even in twenty incident to the appropriate PDP candidates trailed in the second position. Governor, Mallam Nasir el-Rufai, both Yari and Both gladiators resolved to end their fight and party and that the candidate nominated to contest manual system in the past. years, but, we are determined authority, noting that Ogun personnel too. Thus, in accordance with the court judgement, Marafa said they would not surrender to the r e h a b i l i t a t i o n o f t h e i m m e d i a t e p a s t agreed to collapse their parallel structures into one at an election by his party, acts only as the agent of "This is this same water that to do this road. has always been home to “We are on top of the the PDP became a major beneficiary of Matawalle leadership. waterworks was in tandem administration to mandate with Yari as the recognised state party leader. They his party." serves the Lagos State Water people from diverse situation and we are misfortune that befell the APC. Yari said, “It's one thing that we are challenging with his administration's contractors handling various "Because, this road goes to also set up a 13-member committee to further According to latest reports, the National background and “nobody or collaborating with security Speaking at the grand rally heralding his which is the declaration by Governor Mai Mala social welfare and well-being road construction to repair Works, without this, the Iberekodo, Abeokuta North cement the reconciliation. Working Committee (NWC) of the PDP has defection, Matawalle said he had been nursing Buni that Matawalle is now the party leader. His pillar, which has provision of water installations destroyed Adiyan and Akute Water Local Government and even group of people would be agencies to ensure that But with the pronouncement that Matawalle approved a legal team led by a former Attorney- the ambition of dumping the PDP for several declaration was not part of what we discussed with potable water as a major by them. Works will suffer. This is one the Federal University of a l l o w e d t o t a i n t such incident does not was now the APC leader in the state, the accord General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, reasons, including alleged lack of internal six governors before he (Matawalle) defected. component. He, however, said his of the steps we took before Agriculture, Opeji and also a compromise the unity that o c c u r a g a i n , ” t h e between Yari and Marafa may have come under Godwin Kanu-Agabi, to challenge the defection democracy. He pledged to work with others “What we all agreed during our meeting with "We have slated our water administration has included e v e n f o r m a l i s i n g o u r link road to another state, exist between and among all statement said. threat. Except amicable terms are worked out, the of Matawalle. The legal team is also expected to towards fortifying the APC and developing the the six governors was that Matawalle should be provision across the state as clauses which mandate relationship with Lagos, and which makes it a priority road “The state government Governor is likely to face stiff opposition from the challenge the legality of the defection of ethnic groups in the State state received into our fold and afterwards we should our post mid-term agenda, in contractors to repair water that speaks of the collaboration for us, particularly as it will original members of the party. members of the national and state assemblies and those who choose to will not tolerate any act of He said, "As from today, I have dumped the discuss how to integrate both his people and ours. line with our provision of and other installations and cooperation that we have make things easy for the Meanwhile, Matawalle's deputy has vowed to from Zamfara State. live, play and do businesses lawlessness by individual Peoples Democratic Party and joined the All But during the defection, we were told that the infrastructure. And under our damaged while constructing with Lagos State. people," he said. Earlier in his remain in PDP to honour the mandate given to the With Matawalle's defection, the APC now has the State.” or group of person. I have Progressives Congress. I'm now the leader of party executives should be dissolved. You just "The original gates were remarks, the Special Adviser party by the Supreme Court. The development is 22 governors while the PDP has 13 governors. social welfare and wellbeing r o a d s a n d o t h e r “It is unfortunate that directed that appropriate APC in Zamfara State and I am ready to work don't dissolve executives of a party because operated manually, the new to the Governor on Water reminiscent of the Sokoto scenario where The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has p i l l a r, w a t e r f e a t u r e s infrastructure. steps should be taken to with each and everyone wishing to contribute nobody has the power to do so." gates are electronic and people take laws into their Governor Aminu Tambuwal defected to PDP and an incumbent governor in Anambra State. prominently and this was our " T h e p r e v i o u s Resources, Kunle Ottun, to the rapid development of the state." On his part, Marafa said the declaration of hands without involving the investigate and fish out the his deputy, Ahmed Sokoto, remained in APC Matawalle joined the likes of the Cross River immediate intervention. Our administration had awarded automatic," the governor disclosed that the gate dam In his remarks at the occasion, the Matawalle as the APC leader in the state was appropriate authority. This perpetrators who will be ahead of the 2019 elections. State Governor, Ben Ayade, who left the PDP in subsequent intervention road contracts and the added. which stands at nineteen feets Chairman, National Caretaker Committee of tantamount to deception. The erstwhile Senator May, some months after the movement of his which will be the provision of contractors had actually He further assured residents would now allow for effective community and the State in punished according to the insisted that they would not accept it. Aliyu, who is a son of a former Minister of APC and Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Ebonyi State counterpart, David Umahi, to the water in our major cities such d a m a g e d t h e w a t e r of Iberekodo and Arakanga in water distribution for the general has always been a law,” the Governor “We said for proper integration, there should be Defence, General Aliyu Gusau (retd), opposed Buni, congratulated Matawalle for defecting to APC in November 2020. as Sagamu, Ilaro, Ota and reticulation without it being Abeokuta North Local people of the state. safe and secured place with surmised. July 18, 2021 |2 July 18, 2021 |4 News Metro PDP governors who defected Omo-Agege: Nigeria NDLEA intercepts UK, Dubai-bound to APC will return before 2023 - Ex-National Secretary, Akitoye needs prayers to hard drugs concealed in jerry cans former National While defending the Secretary of the party which has been accused overcome current ...continued from front page sent to him was intercepted. they were to deliver to the AP e o p l e ' s in some quarters of not Animashaun Kabiru was According to NDLEA house of a baron, Tony Chidi He added that Marwa had, Democratic Party (PDP) and p l a y i n g a n e ff e c t i v e apprehended for questioning spokesman, Femi Babafemi, the Onwurolu at 132, Lateef therefore, directed the Agency's a member of the Board of opposition role, the former Directorate of Assets and challenges over a bag containing bitter kola drug was intercepted at the Adegboyega Street, off Ago Trustees of the party, Dr national scribe said that the which was brought for export to Skyway Aviation Handling Palace Way by Grandmate Bus Financial Investigations as well Remi Akitoye, has expressed party's position has been to be the U.K. Company Plc (SAHCO) shed of Stop Okota, Lagos. as the Directorate of Intelligence optimism that the governors a good opposition leader and h e D e p u t y A n g l i c a n B i s h o p , “When the bag of bitter kola the Muritala Mohammed “During the follow up to deploy their networks to fast and members of the party not heat up the polity in any President of the Diocese of Lagos, Rt. track the arrest of Onwurolu. was searched, it was discovered International Airport, MMIA, o p e r a t i o n , To n y C h i d i who defected to the ruling way. Senate, Senator R e v . H u m p h r e y that the bitter kola was mixed Ikeja Lagos. Onwurolu, who obviously The NDLEA Chairman said T that in view of the volume of All Progressives Congress ”PDP doesn't want to heat Ovie Omo-Agege, has Olumakaiye, enjoined with some wraps of a substance According to him, the illicit m o u n t e d a c o u n t e r - (APC) will return to the party up the polity by its action. If drug had arrived Lagos in 25 heroin brought into country by called for fervent prayers Nigerians not to lose hope suspected to be illicit drug. surveillance around his before 2023. you can observe, you will parcels from South Africa the fleeing baron, the Agency “A total of 36 wraps of the neighbourhood, fled his home Akitoye equally boasted notice that PDP has been for Nigeria to overcome but to have faith in God through an Air Peace Airline before the arrival of the team of would deploy all available suspected substance later tested that PDP will take over criticizing in a civilized her current challenges. for solutions to their flight on 30th June, 2021. operatives who stormed his mechanisms, locally and positive for cocaine weighing power in 2023, stressing that manner. The party has O m o - A g e g e w h o problems. 600 grammes,” he said. He said that it was, however, residence. internationally, to track him and the period is uncertain and actually been shouting in a He also said that an Uber d e t a i n e d f o r s c r e e n i n g “They were however able bring him to face charges in the made the call Sunday at Quoting from the Holy driver, Lawal Rasheed, who following reasonable suspicion to search his home and law court. there is confusion, but he civilized manner. the First Session of the Books of Psalm 46:1-7; “Those who have been on was arrested on June 8 in o f t h e c o n t e n t o f t h e recovered a number of would like to assure “If the country is in the Fifth Synod of the 27:1; 21:6; 16:11; Isaiah consignment. the run for 10 years and some for Nigerians that the country state that it is now, nobody connection with the seizure of a documents to establish his true Diocese of Sapele 26:3 and John 16:33, the cocaine consignment, had been “A follow up operation was identity,” he said. five years, we have since tracked would soon settle down and will add to the already tense Dr Akinwunmi Adesina let off the hook. subsequently carried out the Babafemi said that the them and are now facing charges the right thing would be situation, and that is why we (Anglican Communion), guest preacher assured A c c o r d i n g t o h i m , following day, 1st July when NDLEA Chairman Brig. Gen. while cooling their heels behind done. have maintained civility in Okpe Archdeaconry, that Jesus Christ has not Rasheed's release followed his narcotic officers of the MMIA Buba Marwa (retired), had bars. He urged Nigerians not to our approach to checking the asked Nigerians not to changed from caring and Command trailed the driver and “The latest one will not be an cooperation that led to the arrest directed that the fleeing drug be deceived by the defection e x c e s s e s o f t h i s d e s p a i r o v e r t h e loving his followers. of the real owner of the drug, a clearing agent that were baron be declared wanted exception, because he can only of the PDP governors and government,” he added. Nigerians deserve wealth, not poverty Egbo Maduka. assigned to deliver the immediately and his details run but can't hide for too long other members of the party, The PDP chieftain challenges confronting According to him, the He said Maduka in his consignment. submitted to Interpol for before we get him,” Marwa was the nation. Church has become the quoted to have said. insisting they defectors maintained that "the PDP has statement accepted ownership “Investigation revealed that tracking across the world. would find their way back been operating in a mature – AfDB President, Akinwumi Adesina tells FG Speaking on the theme, last hope of the hopeless. of the consignment and into the PDP. manner, in a manner that will incredibly rich diversity: of Therefore, our diversity is “The Lord is my Strength He enjoined the church to absolved Rasheed of any “I don't want Nigerians to not upset the country, because r e s i d e n t o f t h e i n t h e c o u n t r y a r e complicity. African Development unemployed, “lacking skills, people, of cultures, of not our problem. Diversity is and Stronghold”, the preach hope to their be deceived by the defection the country is bigger than any Deputy Senate President followers to bring them The NDLEA spokesperson of some members of our party, whether APC, PDP or PBank (AfDB) Dr economic opportunities, religions, of mineral our strength. But when quoted the Agency's Chairman, party to the APC. Most of any party for that matter". Akinwunmi Adesina has discouraged, angry and resources, oil, and gas, mismanaged, diversity urged the church to back to the society. Buba Marwa, as commending Anxiety as COVID-19 them that defected will soon He added, “In PDP we said Nigeria's poverty restless, as they look at a amazingly rich biodiversity, becomes divergence. Rather continue to pray for the G o d ' s p r e s e n c e , the officers and men of the come back to the party have been focusing on the situation is unacceptable future that does not give that should make us the envy than unite, we become country. according to the cleric, MMIA Command for the series of the world. We are blessed splintered, with each entity of seizures and arrests in the before 2023. country rather than on any considering the country's them hope”. According to him: “We brings joy, spiritual with abundantly diverse believing that, somehow, it is past weeks. “Some of them were party. I believe that we are abundant natural resources. Adesina noted that the need the intervention of growth, healing, divine third wave hits Lagos d e l u d e d ; t h e y w e r e w o r k i n g a s a v i a b l e agro-ecologies, that should better without the other. We Marwa urged them not to Speaking at the weekend g o v e r n m e n t s h o u l d the church, we need blackmailed and deceived to opposition to maintain peace prioritise investments in the also make us a land of must manage diversity for protection and it helps to rest on their oars, adding “we during the convocation prayers for this country. must all remain fully prepared believe that if they crossed and stability in the country. I lecture he delivered at the youth. “I speak to you today bountiful harvests with collective good. fulfill our destiny. and proactive at all times if we over their sins will be forgiven can assure you that the party American University of as a Nigerian. As I have quite capacity to feed Africa. “Nigeria must start We are nothing without On his part, the chief have to battle this scourge to a like Adams Oshiomhole said will take over the leadership Nigeria (AUN), Yola, often said, I will live as a “We are a religious nation, managing its diversity for God. No matter what we host and Bishop of standstill. some time ago. By next year of this country and give Adamawa state, Adesina Nigerian, die as a Nigerian, so we should understand that prosperity. We must drive for do, if we don't have the S a p e l e D i o c e s e Meanwhile, the NDLEA when politicking will start Nigerians the dividend of said Nigerians deserve and on the resurrection God loves diversity. The national cohesion, not ethnic blessings and anointing (Anglican Communion), has declared a drug baron, Chidi fully, things will have settled democracy come 2023 and diversity of rich and brilliant nationalities. We must Onwurolu wanted after wealth, not poverty, adding morning, I will ask God for of God, it is to no avail. Rt. Rev. Blessing Erifeta, and the Is' and the Ts' will be beyond". colours that we see in our address the fundamental 26.15Kg of heroine allegedly that the nation must learn permission to rise as a “I want to urge the noted that as long as dotted". Akitoye stated forests, oceans, seas, and in reasons for agitations, by how to manage its diversity Nigerian, with the green- church to continue to there are challenges and for prosperity. white-green flag in my flora and fauna, reflect the listening, understanding, pray for Nigeria. There is problems facing the LG Poll: Abiodun Gunmen attack Zamfara Federal The AfDB president hand!” Adesina said. beauty of the Creator. removing prejudices and stated that 38.5% of youths “Nigeria is blessed with allowing for open, national a lot more that we need to people, churches would flags off Ogun College, abduct Provost d i a l o g u e s , w i t h o u t d o t o p r o t e c t o u r continue to proliferate in t was learnt that the r a i d e d s o m e preconditions, but with one citizens”. order to give hope to the APC campaigns incident occurred in communities in the Ogun engages 56 independent monitors goal: build one cohesive, In his homily, the people. the early hours of M a r a d u n L o c a l united, fair, just and equitable I nation for all, not for a few or overnor of Ogun State, S u n d a y w h e n t h e Government Area of the Dapo Abiodun, will on for social welfare programme for any section of the nation or assailants invaded his state, killing at least 42 religion. GM o n d a y ( t o d a y ) official residence within persons. o fewer than 56 trained information and record remain committed and ensure f o r m a l l y k i c k - o f f t h e accurate data collation. “Nigerians deserve wealth, Government Science There have been a Independent Monitors purposes. c a m p a i g n s o f t h e A l l Nhave received letters of Hajiya Farouq, according Abiodun, represented by the not poverty. For all the Progressives Party (APC) for Secondary School, series of attacks on engagement and tablets to monitor to a statement signed by Commissioner for Special abundant wealth of natural t h e f o r t h c o m i n g l o c a l Bakura schools, colleges and the Federal Government Social A g e n c y ' s I n f o r m a t i o n Duties and Inter-Governmental resources, Nigeria's poverty government elections. Gov. Sanwo-Olu Armed men suspected abduction of pupils and Investment Programme in Ogun Officer, Mr. Oluwasegun A f f a i r s , B a r r . F e m i situation is unacceptable. Ogunbanwo, applauded the In a press statement issued by to be bandits have students in Northern State for the next one year. Owotomo, urged them not to Today, sadly, there are way the Acting Publicity Secretary The Minister of Humanitarian reassign their responsibilities Federal Government under the ...continued from front page too many poor people in of APC in Ogun State, Tunde monitoring and an address ourselves to be carried abducted the Provost of Nigeria. Affairs, Disaster Management and to a third party, but carry out leadership of President for isolation, will be away by the illusion that all Nigeria. The Government is Oladunjoye, on Sunday, the v i a t h e M u r t a l a the College of Arts and Three weeks ago, a Social Development, Hajiya the assignment with utmost Muhammadu Buhari for its penalized. is now back to normal. vision of lifting 100 Million implementing bold social governor will commence the Mohammed Airport. A n i m a l S c i e n c e , student was killed and at Sadiya Farouq who spoke during sense of patriotism, diligence "Sanctions are being This is especially critical, the presentation and induction for Nigerians out of poverty, programs to reduce the number campaigns with visits to Imeko About 18 percent could B a k u r a , H a b i b u least 10 people were and sincerity, warning that recommended and have as Sallah approaches, in a the Independent Monitors in anyone found wanting would assuring that his administration o f p o o r , t h r o u g h Afon and Yewa North Local n o t b e r e a c h e d b y Mainasara, in Zamfara k i d n a p p e d w h e n Government Areas.The already been meted out to little over a week from Abeokuta, said the Independent be discharged. would continue to play its role interventionist programs, but EKOTELEMED because State. gunmen raided the main and support the programme to governor will use the period of defaulters: For foreigners: now", he added. Monitors have been selected to " E v e r y i n d e p e n d e n t the fact of the matter is poverty the tour to commission of the provision of either The incident, it was campus of the Nuhu ensure that the objectives of the m o n i t o r w i l l b e h e l d ensure desired success. is not just about money.” r e v o c a t i o n o f t h e i r T h e g o v e r n o r Earlier in his welcome projects completed by State wrong numbers or wrong learnt, occurred in the Bamalli Polytechnic in welfare programme were accountable by the Ministry Adesina further said there permanent residency, and a n n o u n c e d f u l l address, the Permanent and Local Government Nigerian contact details to achieved as planned. for the task given to you. The should not be a Nigeria for the deportation; For Nigerians: compliance with all early hours of Sunday Zaria, Kaduna state. Secretary in the Ministry, Mr. Councils, inspect ongoing be reached on. Represented by the Assistant Ministry reserves the right to rich and another Nigeria for prosecution with the Lagos protective protocols from when the assailants The gunmen abducted Director, Planning, Research and disengage any monitor for Kehinde Onasanya, affirmed projects and and at the end of “It is the responsibility invaded his official two lecturers and eight that the Prince Dapo Abiodun- the poor, adding that citizen the tour of each local COVID-19 Law". The Sunday. Statistics, Hajiya Jumai Abdu-Ali, m i s c o n d u c t o r n o n - of passengers to ensure the Minister said monitors are led administration would has the right to a decent life. government area, hold a town governor stated. H e m e n t i o n e d r e s i d e n c e w i t h i n students, according to compliance with set guidance they provide the right dedicated to some of the continue to partner with the In June, the World Bank hall meeting to receive S a n w o - O l u n o t e d compulsory use of masks Government Science Samuel Aruwan, the and directive", she said. L-R:- The Ogun State Programme Manager N-power, Mrs. Fola details for us to reach them i n t e r v e n t i o n p r o g r a m m e s In his remarks, the State Federal Government in the said an estimated seven feedback from the good people f u r t h e r t h a t g r e a t e r in all public places, social Secondary School, State's Commissioner of Shogbiyeju, Director, Admin. & Supplies, Ministry of Special for proper monitoring”, he including N-Power, National Governor, Prince Dapo Social Intervention Programmes, million Nigerians may have of Ogun State.The statement vigilance is now required at distancing, temperature Duty and Inter-Governmental Affairs, Mr. Dayo Somoye, noted. Bakura. Internal Security. Homegrown School Feeding Abiodun, stated that the social as it was in tandem with the been pushed into poverty in Representative of Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Mgt advised all members of the churches, mosques and checks, provisions for "Passengers that do not The incident, which Aruwan confirmed Programme (NHGSFP), the welfare programmes have inclusive approach of the 2020 due to rising prices and Social Devt, Hajiya Jumai Abdu-Ali, Hon. Comm. for Special party and the general public other places of religious h a n d - w a s h i n g a n d administration towards the Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs, Barr. Femi Ogunbanwo, provide the right details, has sparked tension in that two students were Condition Cash Transfer (CCT) tremendously impacted on the alone — without considering that will attend the events to worship. sanitizers, and a maximum and Government Enterprise successful implementation of Perm. Sec., Min. of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental including a phone number the area, came barely shot; one died while the lives of the vulnerable in the the direct impacts of strictly comply with the “We must not allow of 50 percent occupancy in Empowerment Programme State, urging the engaged the "Building our Future Affairs, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, during the presentation and they can be reached for two days after bandits other was being treated COVID19. induction for Independent Monitors, held in Abeokuta, Ogun COVID-19 protocols. enclosed spaces. (GEEP) beneficiaries for independent monitors to Together" agenda. in hospital. State...recently July 18, 2021 |6 July 18, 2021 |5 News News Council polls Ogun Dep Gov, mates donate computers to alma mater gun State Deputy of the school's computer items said the gesture cooperation in making the teachers. their support towards Ikenne LG APC flags off Governor, Engr. room. became imperative to project achievable, noting “Today I give deepest complimenting its giant ONoimot Salako- Aside from this, they also further boost computer that most of them who honour, respect and regards strides in the education campaign for chairmanship Oyedele and other members donated computers sets and literacy amongst students as graduated from the school to all our teachers who sector. In her welcome of the 1981 set of Queens furniture to the school to w e l l a s c o m p l i m e n t 40 years ago were doing well moulded us to be what we address, the President of candidate on Tuesday School, Ibadan, have c e l e b r a t e i t s 4 0 t h Governments efforts in the in their different fields of are today. They took us as the Alumni, Mrs Adeoti stretched their hands of anniversary. Engr. Salako- education sector. endeavors ,attributing the little girls and guided us Adejuyigbe, noted that four head of preparation and Thursday, 15th July, 2021, with a philantropism to their old O y e d e l e w h i l e She thanked the school feat to the sound foundation academically and morally. years ago, the set renovated in readiness for the visit to Irolu Remo Ward 10. school, with the renovation commissioning the donated heads and staff for their inculcated in them by their Some have departed but for a block of classrooms and Aforthcoming local While in Irolu, the team will pay those who are still with us, last year, donated books to government polls, the All a courtesy visit to the Onirolu of we pray that you will the school library, charging Progressives Congress, Ikenne Irolu, His Royal Highness, Oba the school students to be Local Government, will on continue to eat the fruit of Sikiru ADEYIGA in his palace your labour” she said The dedicated, focused and Tuesday, 13th July, 2021, flags by 9am. off the Ward to Ward campaign Deputy Governor however determined in order to become Also on Thursday, the team successful individuals in life. for its Chairmanship candidate, will be visiting wards 8 and 9, called on Oyo state Also speaking, the school Hon. Olusegun OGUNLEYE, Ilisan Remo, as well as wards 1 government to give more with a visit to Ogere Remo. and 2, Ikenne Remo. While at support to the school being Principal, Mrs Oyinloye T h e c a m p a i g n t r a i n , Ilisan and Ikenne, courtesy visits the premier girls' school in Toyin, expressed the according to the itinerary will be paid to His Royal the state. school managements and released by the party, will pay a H i g h n e s s , O b a M i c h a e l In his remarks Oyo State staff gratitude for the courtesy visit to the Ologere of SONUGA, the Olofin of Ilisan; Deputy Governor, Engr u n f l i n c h i n g s u p p o r t Ogere, His Royal Highness, Oba His Royal Highness, Oba Rauf Olaniyan who was the received from the Alumni, Oladele OGUNBADE, in his Adeyinka ONAKADE, the calling on other set to palace by 9am, followed by a chief host, thanked the 81 Alakenne of Ikenne; and His set for remembering their emulate the gesture so as tour of Wards 6 and 7 in the Royal Highness, Oba Odunayo From left: Leader, All Progressives Congress (APC), Imo State, Daniel Nwanko; APC Chieftain, Jude Ejiogu; former town. Alma mata, saying the state to collectively develop the SOLARIN, the Onidotun of school. Governor, Imo State, Senator, Rochas Okorocha; Member, House of Representatives, Ugonna Ozurgbo and Sen. The campaign train will same Idotun, Ikenne. government appreciates Ifianyi Ararome, during the visit of Imo State APC Stalwarts to the party's National Secretariat in Abuja…recently day proceed to Iperu, and pay a The Chairmanship Candidate, courtesy visit to the Alaperu of Hon. Olusegun OGUNLEYE, Ondo bans night clubs activities h e H o u s e o f Iperu, His Royal Highness, Oba will be joined by his running Representatives has Adeleke IDOWU-BASIBO, in mate, Hon. Bolanle FAKOYA, urged the Federal his palace by 2pm, followed by a and all the councillorship beyond 12 midnight T Reps call for confab on falling campaign tour of wards 3, 4 and candidates, during the visit. government to “convoke a 5 of the town. he Ondo State especially in Akure, the S p e c i a l E c o n o m i c All members of the party are state capital. The team will observe a day enjoined to be actively involved government at the Roundtable” to proffer The commissioner noted naira, inflation, food crisis break on Wednesday, 14th July, in the two-day campaign tour of Tweekend reiterated holistic and workable 2021, as it resumes its tour on the local government area. L-R: Director General, Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), Mallam Farouk Salim; House of Representatives Committee on its stand on ban on pubs and t h a t s o m e c a s e s o f solutions to falling naira and the Country.' The motion notes that with the ever- badly affected agricultural Industry, Hon. Enitan Dolapo-Badru and Director, Laboratory services, Standards Organisation of Nigeria, Dr. Barth Ugwu, night clubs operating insecurity had been traced during the house committee visit to SON laboratory in Ogba Lagos…recently rising inflation in Nigeria. The was sponsored by Messrs r e c u r r i n g p o l i c y production as farmers can beyond 12 midnight over to activities of cult groups House also urged the Federal Shehu Kakale, Julius challenges, corruption and no longer go to the farm, Akarigbo lauds Gov. Abiodun's insecurity concerns. This is with night club activities, Ministry of Agriculture and Ihonvbere, Mukhtar Dan- the overreliance on crude and traders can no longer contained in a statement by especially those with Rural Development to come Dutse, Amiru Tukur, oil, if not urgently travel for fear of being equitable developmental feats Court warns ICPC against 'delay tactics' in Ex-JAMB Registrar's trial C o m m i s s i o n e r f o r locations on the major Amos Gwamna, Jatau addressed may lead to a kidnapped, abducted or up with urgent emergency h e A k a r i g b o a n d Prince Dapo Abiodun as a Federal High Court, bail” was unknown to the due to the distance and the asked if Ojerinde had been I n f o r m a t i o n a n d roads. “In the light of the Mohammed, Benjamin dangerous cauldron of killed. “The House is plans to expand the economy, Paramount Ruler of forthright person with moral Abuja had warned law. traffic congestion along the produced in the court room Orientation, Mr Donald foregoing, government Mzondu, Ahmed Zanna ethnic tension, youth, further aware that unless principles, honesty and especially in the areas of TR e m o l a n d , O b a the ICPC over the The court then ordered the road. He prayed the court to but Shogunle gave a negative Ojogo, in Akure. wishes to reiterate its ban on a n d A b i a n t e Aw a j i - discontent and criminality, urgent and decisive steps Babatunde Ajayi has given decency, said his socio- A late hour activities of Night e n t r e p r e n e u r i a l a n d manner it was handling the former JAMB registrar to be stand down the matter for answer. The judge, who was According to him, which threatens to spread are taken to ameliorate the economic developmental drive agricultural training. Inombek. accolades to the present prosecution of Prof. Dibu remanded in a correctional about 30 minutes or an hour. u n h a p p y o v e r t h e relevant security agencies, Clubs, Pubs and Public Bars. more poverty and violence worsening situation, it may administration in Ogun State for in road infrastructure, housing The House further urged the Moving the motion, Ojerinde, former Registrar, centre and the ICPC took him Counsel to Ojerinde, Peter development, said: “I don't including the Amotekun “Succinctly, any violation of in the country. degenerate into social decay e n s u r i n g e q u i t y i n t h e and health, among others which Federal Ministry of Industry, Kakale decried that the Joint Admissions and to the Suleja Prison. But Olorunnisola, did not oppose take this. May be if you are not Corps, have been briefed this ban from 12 midnight shall economic situation in the “The House further notes and crises in homes that may distribution of dividends of are evenly distributed across Trade and Investments to the State had positively M a t r i c u l a t i o n B o a r d when the matter was called, the request and the judge ready to prosecute the matter and directed to carry out be met with a commensurate that insecurity is a major increase the suicidal democracy across the three deploy intervention strategies country is “deteriorating impacted on lives of the people. (JAMB). Justice Obiora Shogunle apologised to the stood down the matter for you should let us know. Court this renewed directive. action by relevant authorities. tendencies and statistics in Senatorial Districts. to ameliorate the current at a worrisome rate as impediment to economic "Prince Dapo Abiodun's Egwuatu gave the warning court that the officers of the other cases to be heard. sits by 9am. Let this be the last Ojogo said the ban was “For emphasis, no night growth, which has cost Nigeria. “The House is Akarigbo said this at a economic situation and insecurity, hyperinflation, reception organised by the style of governance has shown following the inability of the Suleja Correctional Centre However, after other matters time you will be doing this.” i m p e r a t i v e d u e t o club, pub or bar must operate a l a r m e d t h a t t h e checkmate the food crisis in massive unemployment Nigeria over $10.3bn in Committee of Friends in honour fairness in the distribution of ICPC to produce Ojerinde in were yet to bring the on the cause list had been The judge then rose and continued rising cases of beyond midnight”, he said. bourgeoning rise in inflation the country. These resolutions and underemployment 2020, an amount more than of the Permanent Secretary, dividends of democracy. This court 40 minutes after the case defendant down to the court presided on, Justice Egwuatu entered his chamber. (NAN) insecurity in the state, (NAN) rate in the country has led to were reached following the pervades all sectors of the the Federal Government's Bureau of Political Affairs and has been done with good sense was called. astronomical rise in food of transparency, accountability unanimous adoption of a economy, thus promoting total revenue for the same Administration, Mr. Olurotimi The News Agency of prices, taking them virtually and sincere commitment. I motion titled 'Need to Address social pressures and year. “The House is aware Ansel Sotubo, at his Palace in Nigeria (NAN) reports that general dissatisfaction.” that the growing case of out of the reach of the Sagamu. commend him for his efforts so Gynaecologist encourages women on fibroids operation the Fall of the Naira and the far, and enjoin everyone to Ojerinde, who is being Worsening Rate of Inflation in He said, “The House also insecurity in the land has middle and lower classes.” Oba Ajayi who described continue to support his p r o s e c u t e d b y t h e C o n s u l t a n t l o w e r b a c k a c h e , He said that “nobody can “The ones that need fibroids operations for it government", Akarigbo said. I n d e p e n d e n t C o r r u p t Gynaecologist at constipation and excessive say this is the real cause of intervention are of two not to reoccur should start Also speaking, the State Practices and Other Related Athe University of or painful uterine, bleeding fibroids, that is why it makes types; those fibroids that c h i l d b e a r i n g Head of Service, Alhaja Offences Commission Bayelsa Judicial Panel awards N21bn against Police Abuja Teaching Hospital, l e a d i n g t o a n e m i a . prevention a little bit more are big leading to the immediately after the Selimot Ottun, attributed (ICPC), is the sole defendant G w a g w a l a d a , D r Adewole stressed that difficult technically. enlargement of the uterus operation. dismissal, four for T h e g o v e r n o r , Diri, called on security “ W h i l e t h e l a w various socio-economic i n t h e s u i t m a r k e d : he Bayelsa Judicial developments and the relative Nathaniel Adewole, has “death from fibroid “But one thing is common or if the fibroid causes “Because even after the Panel of Inquiry on demotion, while eight represented by his deputy, personnel to enforce the law enforcement agencies have FHC/ABJ/CR/97/21. The advised women with operation is very low; in that may predispose to it: symptoms.'' He also noted peace being enjoyed in the ICPC said that the former operation it may reoccur Police Brutality cases were struck out and M r L a w r e n c e within the confines of the everyday to protect lives and State to the foresight and fibroids not to be afraid of fact, this is the period we low parity either when the that sometimes the fibroid T two adjourned. The law. “The panel was set up chief executive officer especially if the person and other Related Offence Ewhrudjakpo, noted that property, they also have a exemplary leadership of the operation as the procedure have one of the safest woman starts having a l l e g e d l y c o m m i t t e d might not be big but w e n t t h r o u g h has awarded N21 billion to chairman, explained that government would look to get to the root of injustice, duty to do that within the Governor, pledging the is safe. Adewole gave the t i m e s c o m p a r e d t o children late or the interval multiple frauds, while because of its location myomectomy (removal the N21 billion was for ways to bring relief to violation of human rights confines of responsibility unalloyed cooperation of the advice in an interview previously because we between children is so wide; victims of extra-judicial heading JAMB and the e i t h e r i n s i d e t h e of fibroid). “Although it killings perpetrated by the awarded in damages out the victims and families and the best way with which and protection of human State workforce. with the News Agency of h a v e a d v a n c e d these factors could lead to She described Mr. National Examination endometrium or below the is not in every woman police and other security of the 40 cases fully w i t h i n a v a i l a b l e police and other security rights of all citizens,” he Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja, technically. more occurrences of endometrium it would determined, adding that agencies in the country will Sotubo as a hardworking Council (NECO). w h o h a s h a d t h e operatives. Chairman of the resources. “Although no said. The panel was saying that fibroids affect “Sincerely, fibroids fibroids.'' He also noted that cause symptoms, hence the amount included discharge their duties officer whose deeds have NAN also reports that the operation that it will Panel, Justice Young Ogola amount of compensation inaugurated on Oct. 28, fetched him the honour, noting over 60 per cent of the operation is very safe now even some of those women requires an operation. c o m p e n s a t i o n t o professionally with human court had, on July 6, rejected reoccur but about 20 per (rtd.), disclosed this while can bring back some of the 2020 after the #EndSARS# that his virtues should be w o m e n p o p u l a t i o n . in terms of blood loss that got pregnant early had “Because it could cause communities razed down face. the defendant's bail plea after cent of hem,” he submitting the report to Gov. d e c e a s e d , t h e nationwide protest. Other emulated by other civil servants taking his plea on the 18- According to him, fibroids because there is a way we some form of fibroids, excessive bleeding. by the Nigerian Army. “The issues you have explained. Adewole Douye Diri in Yenagoa. c o m p e n s a t i o n w i l l members of the panel are Mr in the State. count charge preferred are abnormal growths that secure it to prevent “although pregnancy could “Women that started Receiving the report, raised will be looked into. Responding, the honouree, further urged that for Justice Ogola said the ameliorate the suffering of Y.B. Ogola, Mr Alaowei a g a i n s t h i m b y t h e develop in or on a woman's bleeding and it is very reduce the chances of one delivering early or Gov. Diri thanked the The N21 billion awarded is M r. O l u r o t i m i S o t u b o , somebody who is still p a n e l r e c e i v e d a n d the victims and families Opokuma as Secretary, A.T. anticorruption commission uterus; sometimes they are effective; the majority of having fibroid, it does not normally without much panel for doing a caused by the excesses of appropriate, but for the Ambaowei, Mr Fortune appreciated the organisers for desirous of pregnancy the determined 50 petitions and the honour bestowed on him bordering on abuse of office quite large and cause fibroid operations will not p r e v e n t i t . “ W h e n spacing had a low risk of treatment for fibroids made recommendations t h o r o u g h j o b a n d m i s g u i d e d s e c u r i t y security agencies to pay is Alfred Godson, Miss and applauded the State and fraud to the tune of N5 severe abdominal pain and need a blood transfusion. somebody has fibroid, there fibroids formation,” he c o u l d b e t h r o u g h based on their findings. Out promised to set up a agents,” he said. another thing. “We will Perelade Demanche both billion. The rejection Government for giving him the heavy periods. “It is just like any normal are three options: one in aid. He, therefore, advised myomectomy (removal of the 50 cases, he said 11 government White paper While acknowledging within the limits of representing civil society opportunity to serve, promising followed the argument of He noted that most operation people can die most cases fibroid may be committee to look into available resources and t h a t w o m e n o f of fibroid) and it could be p o l i c e o f f i c e r s w e r e the enormous task of the and Russell Newman to remain loyal, focused and counsel to the prosecution, people with fibroids from it due to some asymptomatic; may be childbearing age should the report with a view to procedures see how these committed to the 'Building our done through open r e c o m m e n d e d f o r security agencies to representing the National Ebenezer Shogunle, that his experienced no symptoms u n f o r e s e e n small and there will be no start giving birth timely i m p l e m e n t i n g i t s secure lives and property, victims will get reprieve. Future Together' agenda of the application for a “temporary surgery or laparoscopy. p r o s e c u t i o n , o n e f o r Human Rights Commission. while some could have complications,'' he said. need for intervention. and people that have had recommendations. (NAN) Prince Abiodun administration. (NAN) July 18, 2021 |6 July 18, 2021 |5 News News Council polls Ogun Dep Gov, mates donate computers to alma mater gun State Deputy of the school's computer items said the gesture cooperation in making the teachers. their support towards Ikenne LG APC flags off Governor, Engr. room. became imperative to project achievable, noting “Today I give deepest complimenting its giant ONoimot Salako- Aside from this, they also further boost computer that most of them who honour, respect and regards strides in the education campaign for chairmanship Oyedele and other members donated computers sets and literacy amongst students as graduated from the school to all our teachers who sector. In her welcome of the 1981 set of Queens furniture to the school to w e l l a s c o m p l i m e n t 40 years ago were doing well moulded us to be what we address, the President of candidate on Tuesday School, Ibadan, have c e l e b r a t e i t s 4 0 t h Governments efforts in the in their different fields of are today. They took us as the Alumni, Mrs Adeoti stretched their hands of anniversary. Engr. Salako- education sector. endeavors ,attributing the little girls and guided us Adejuyigbe, noted that four head of preparation and Thursday, 15th July, 2021, with a philantropism to their old O y e d e l e w h i l e She thanked the school feat to the sound foundation academically and morally. years ago, the set renovated in readiness for the visit to Irolu Remo Ward 10. school, with the renovation commissioning the donated heads and staff for their inculcated in them by their Some have departed but for a block of classrooms and Aforthcoming local While in Irolu, the team will pay those who are still with us, last year, donated books to government polls, the All a courtesy visit to the Onirolu of we pray that you will the school library, charging Progressives Congress, Ikenne Irolu, His Royal Highness, Oba the school students to be Local Government, will on continue to eat the fruit of Sikiru ADEYIGA in his palace your labour” she said The dedicated, focused and Tuesday, 13th July, 2021, flags by 9am. off the Ward to Ward campaign Deputy Governor however determined in order to become Also on Thursday, the team successful individuals in life. for its Chairmanship candidate, will be visiting wards 8 and 9, called on Oyo state Also speaking, the school Hon. Olusegun OGUNLEYE, Ilisan Remo, as well as wards 1 government to give more with a visit to Ogere Remo. and 2, Ikenne Remo. While at support to the school being Principal, Mrs Oyinloye T h e c a m p a i g n t r a i n , Ilisan and Ikenne, courtesy visits the premier girls' school in Toyin, expressed the according to the itinerary will be paid to His Royal the state. school managements and released by the party, will pay a H i g h n e s s , O b a M i c h a e l In his remarks Oyo State staff gratitude for the courtesy visit to the Ologere of SONUGA, the Olofin of Ilisan; Deputy Governor, Engr u n f l i n c h i n g s u p p o r t Ogere, His Royal Highness, Oba His Royal Highness, Oba Rauf Olaniyan who was the received from the Alumni, Oladele OGUNBADE, in his Adeyinka ONAKADE, the calling on other set to palace by 9am, followed by a chief host, thanked the 81 Alakenne of Ikenne; and His set for remembering their emulate the gesture so as tour of Wards 6 and 7 in the Royal Highness, Oba Odunayo From left: Leader, All Progressives Congress (APC), Imo State, Daniel Nwanko; APC Chieftain, Jude Ejiogu; former town. Alma mata, saying the state to collectively develop the SOLARIN, the Onidotun of school. Governor, Imo State, Senator, Rochas Okorocha; Member, House of Representatives, Ugonna Ozurgbo and Sen. The campaign train will same Idotun, Ikenne. government appreciates Ifianyi Ararome, during the visit of Imo State APC Stalwarts to the party's National Secretariat in Abuja…recently day proceed to Iperu, and pay a The Chairmanship Candidate, courtesy visit to the Alaperu of Hon. Olusegun OGUNLEYE, Ondo bans night clubs activities h e H o u s e o f Iperu, His Royal Highness, Oba will be joined by his running Representatives has Adeleke IDOWU-BASIBO, in mate, Hon. Bolanle FAKOYA, urged the Federal his palace by 2pm, followed by a and all the councillorship beyond 12 midnight T Reps call for confab on falling campaign tour of wards 3, 4 and candidates, during the visit. government to “convoke a 5 of the town. he Ondo State especially in Akure, the S p e c i a l E c o n o m i c All members of the party are state capital. The team will observe a day enjoined to be actively involved government at the Roundtable” to proffer The commissioner noted naira, inflation, food crisis break on Wednesday, 14th July, in the two-day campaign tour of Tweekend reiterated holistic and workable 2021, as it resumes its tour on the local government area. L-R: Director General, Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), Mallam Farouk Salim; House of Representatives Committee on its stand on ban on pubs and t h a t s o m e c a s e s o f solutions to falling naira and the Country.' The motion notes that with the ever- badly affected agricultural Industry, Hon. Enitan Dolapo-Badru and Director, Laboratory services, Standards Organisation of Nigeria, Dr. Barth Ugwu, night clubs operating insecurity had been traced during the house committee visit to SON laboratory in Ogba Lagos…recently rising inflation in Nigeria. The was sponsored by Messrs r e c u r r i n g p o l i c y production as farmers can beyond 12 midnight over to activities of cult groups House also urged the Federal Shehu Kakale, Julius challenges, corruption and no longer go to the farm, Akarigbo lauds Gov. Abiodun's insecurity concerns. This is with night club activities, Ministry of Agriculture and Ihonvbere, Mukhtar Dan- the overreliance on crude and traders can no longer contained in a statement by especially those with Rural Development to come Dutse, Amiru Tukur, oil, if not urgently travel for fear of being equitable developmental feats Court warns ICPC against 'delay tactics' in Ex-JAMB Registrar's trial C o m m i s s i o n e r f o r locations on the major Amos Gwamna, Jatau addressed may lead to a kidnapped, abducted or up with urgent emergency h e A k a r i g b o a n d Prince Dapo Abiodun as a Federal High Court, bail” was unknown to the due to the distance and the asked if Ojerinde had been I n f o r m a t i o n a n d roads. “In the light of the Mohammed, Benjamin dangerous cauldron of killed. “The House is plans to expand the economy, Paramount Ruler of forthright person with moral Abuja had warned law. traffic congestion along the produced in the court room Orientation, Mr Donald foregoing, government Mzondu, Ahmed Zanna ethnic tension, youth, further aware that unless principles, honesty and especially in the areas of TR e m o l a n d , O b a the ICPC over the The court then ordered the road. He prayed the court to but Shogunle gave a negative Ojogo, in Akure. wishes to reiterate its ban on a n d A b i a n t e Aw a j i - discontent and criminality, urgent and decisive steps Babatunde Ajayi has given decency, said his socio- A late hour activities of Night e n t r e p r e n e u r i a l a n d manner it was handling the former JAMB registrar to be stand down the matter for answer. The judge, who was According to him, which threatens to spread are taken to ameliorate the economic developmental drive agricultural training. Inombek. accolades to the present prosecution of Prof. Dibu remanded in a correctional about 30 minutes or an hour. u n h a p p y o v e r t h e relevant security agencies, Clubs, Pubs and Public Bars. more poverty and violence worsening situation, it may administration in Ogun State for in road infrastructure, housing The House further urged the Moving the motion, Ojerinde, former Registrar, centre and the ICPC took him Counsel to Ojerinde, Peter development, said: “I don't including the Amotekun “Succinctly, any violation of in the country. degenerate into social decay e n s u r i n g e q u i t y i n t h e and health, among others which Federal Ministry of Industry, Kakale decried that the Joint Admissions and to the Suleja Prison. But Olorunnisola, did not oppose take this. May be if you are not Corps, have been briefed this ban from 12 midnight shall economic situation in the “The House further notes and crises in homes that may distribution of dividends of are evenly distributed across Trade and Investments to the State had positively M a t r i c u l a t i o n B o a r d when the matter was called, the request and the judge ready to prosecute the matter and directed to carry out be met with a commensurate that insecurity is a major increase the suicidal democracy across the three deploy intervention strategies country is “deteriorating impacted on lives of the people. (JAMB). Justice Obiora Shogunle apologised to the stood down the matter for you should let us know. Court this renewed directive. action by relevant authorities. tendencies and statistics in Senatorial Districts. to ameliorate the current at a worrisome rate as impediment to economic "Prince Dapo Abiodun's Egwuatu gave the warning court that the officers of the other cases to be heard. sits by 9am. Let this be the last Ojogo said the ban was “For emphasis, no night growth, which has cost Nigeria. “The House is Akarigbo said this at a economic situation and insecurity, hyperinflation, reception organised by the style of governance has shown following the inability of the Suleja Correctional Centre However, after other matters time you will be doing this.” i m p e r a t i v e d u e t o club, pub or bar must operate a l a r m e d t h a t t h e checkmate the food crisis in massive unemployment Nigeria over $10.3bn in Committee of Friends in honour fairness in the distribution of ICPC to produce Ojerinde in were yet to bring the on the cause list had been The judge then rose and continued rising cases of beyond midnight”, he said. bourgeoning rise in inflation the country. These resolutions and underemployment 2020, an amount more than of the Permanent Secretary, dividends of democracy. This court 40 minutes after the case defendant down to the court presided on, Justice Egwuatu entered his chamber. (NAN) insecurity in the state, (NAN) rate in the country has led to were reached following the pervades all sectors of the the Federal Government's Bureau of Political Affairs and has been done with good sense was called. astronomical rise in food of transparency, accountability unanimous adoption of a economy, thus promoting total revenue for the same Administration, Mr. Olurotimi The News Agency of prices, taking them virtually and sincere commitment. I motion titled 'Need to Address social pressures and year. “The House is aware Ansel Sotubo, at his Palace in Nigeria (NAN) reports that general dissatisfaction.” that the growing case of out of the reach of the Sagamu. commend him for his efforts so Gynaecologist encourages women on fibroids operation the Fall of the Naira and the far, and enjoin everyone to Ojerinde, who is being Worsening Rate of Inflation in He said, “The House also insecurity in the land has middle and lower classes.” Oba Ajayi who described continue to support his p r o s e c u t e d b y t h e C o n s u l t a n t l o w e r b a c k a c h e , He said that “nobody can “The ones that need fibroids operations for it government", Akarigbo said. I n d e p e n d e n t C o r r u p t Gynaecologist at constipation and excessive say this is the real cause of intervention are of two not to reoccur should start Also speaking, the State Practices and Other Related Athe University of or painful uterine, bleeding fibroids, that is why it makes types; those fibroids that c h i l d b e a r i n g Head of Service, Alhaja Offences Commission Bayelsa Judicial Panel awards N21bn against Police Abuja Teaching Hospital, l e a d i n g t o a n e m i a . prevention a little bit more are big leading to the immediately after the Selimot Ottun, attributed (ICPC), is the sole defendant G w a g w a l a d a , D r Adewole stressed that difficult technically. enlargement of the uterus operation. dismissal, four for T h e g o v e r n o r , Diri, called on security “ W h i l e t h e l a w various socio-economic i n t h e s u i t m a r k e d : he Bayelsa Judicial developments and the relative Nathaniel Adewole, has “death from fibroid “But one thing is common or if the fibroid causes “Because even after the Panel of Inquiry on demotion, while eight represented by his deputy, personnel to enforce the law enforcement agencies have FHC/ABJ/CR/97/21. The advised women with operation is very low; in that may predispose to it: symptoms.'' He also noted peace being enjoyed in the ICPC said that the former operation it may reoccur Police Brutality cases were struck out and M r L a w r e n c e within the confines of the everyday to protect lives and State to the foresight and fibroids not to be afraid of fact, this is the period we low parity either when the that sometimes the fibroid T two adjourned. The law. “The panel was set up chief executive officer especially if the person and other Related Offence Ewhrudjakpo, noted that property, they also have a exemplary leadership of the operation as the procedure have one of the safest woman starts having a l l e g e d l y c o m m i t t e d might not be big but w e n t t h r o u g h has awarded N21 billion to chairman, explained that government would look to get to the root of injustice, duty to do that within the Governor, pledging the is safe. Adewole gave the t i m e s c o m p a r e d t o children late or the interval multiple frauds, while because of its location myomectomy (removal the N21 billion was for ways to bring relief to violation of human rights confines of responsibility unalloyed cooperation of the advice in an interview previously because we between children is so wide; victims of extra-judicial heading JAMB and the e i t h e r i n s i d e t h e of fibroid). “Although it killings perpetrated by the awarded in damages out the victims and families and the best way with which and protection of human State workforce. with the News Agency of h a v e a d v a n c e d these factors could lead to She described Mr. National Examination endometrium or below the is not in every woman police and other security of the 40 cases fully w i t h i n a v a i l a b l e police and other security rights of all citizens,” he Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja, technically. more occurrences of endometrium it would determined, adding that agencies in the country will Sotubo as a hardworking Council (NECO). w h o h a s h a d t h e operatives. Chairman of the resources. “Although no said. The panel was saying that fibroids affect “Sincerely, fibroids fibroids.'' He also noted that cause symptoms, hence the amount included discharge their duties officer whose deeds have NAN also reports that the operation that it will Panel, Justice Young Ogola amount of compensation inaugurated on Oct. 28, fetched him the honour, noting over 60 per cent of the operation is very safe now even some of those women requires an operation. c o m p e n s a t i o n t o professionally with human court had, on July 6, rejected reoccur but about 20 per (rtd.), disclosed this while can bring back some of the 2020 after the #EndSARS# that his virtues should be w o m e n p o p u l a t i o n . in terms of blood loss that got pregnant early had “Because it could cause communities razed down face. the defendant's bail plea after cent of hem,” he submitting the report to Gov. d e c e a s e d , t h e nationwide protest. Other emulated by other civil servants taking his plea on the 18- According to him, fibroids because there is a way we some form of fibroids, excessive bleeding. by the Nigerian Army. “The issues you have explained. Adewole Douye Diri in Yenagoa. c o m p e n s a t i o n w i l l members of the panel are Mr in the State. count charge preferred are abnormal growths that secure it to prevent “although pregnancy could “Women that started Receiving the report, raised will be looked into. Responding, the honouree, further urged that for Justice Ogola said the ameliorate the suffering of Y.B. Ogola, Mr Alaowei a g a i n s t h i m b y t h e develop in or on a woman's bleeding and it is very reduce the chances of one delivering early or Gov. Diri thanked the The N21 billion awarded is M r. O l u r o t i m i S o t u b o , somebody who is still p a n e l r e c e i v e d a n d the victims and families Opokuma as Secretary, A.T. anticorruption commission uterus; sometimes they are effective; the majority of having fibroid, it does not normally without much panel for doing a caused by the excesses of appropriate, but for the Ambaowei, Mr Fortune appreciated the organisers for desirous of pregnancy the determined 50 petitions and the honour bestowed on him bordering on abuse of office quite large and cause fibroid operations will not p r e v e n t i t . “ W h e n spacing had a low risk of treatment for fibroids made recommendations t h o r o u g h j o b a n d m i s g u i d e d s e c u r i t y security agencies to pay is Alfred Godson, Miss and applauded the State and fraud to the tune of N5 severe abdominal pain and need a blood transfusion. somebody has fibroid, there fibroids formation,” he c o u l d b e t h r o u g h based on their findings. Out promised to set up a agents,” he said. another thing. “We will Perelade Demanche both billion. The rejection Government for giving him the heavy periods. “It is just like any normal are three options: one in aid. He, therefore, advised myomectomy (removal of the 50 cases, he said 11 government White paper While acknowledging within the limits of representing civil society opportunity to serve, promising followed the argument of He noted that most operation people can die most cases fibroid may be committee to look into available resources and t h a t w o m e n o f of fibroid) and it could be p o l i c e o f f i c e r s w e r e the enormous task of the and Russell Newman to remain loyal, focused and counsel to the prosecution, people with fibroids from it due to some asymptomatic; may be childbearing age should the report with a view to procedures see how these committed to the 'Building our done through open r e c o m m e n d e d f o r security agencies to representing the National Ebenezer Shogunle, that his experienced no symptoms u n f o r e s e e n small and there will be no start giving birth timely i m p l e m e n t i n g i t s secure lives and property, victims will get reprieve. Future Together' agenda of the application for a “temporary surgery or laparoscopy. p r o s e c u t i o n , o n e f o r Human Rights Commission. while some could have complications,'' he said. need for intervention. and people that have had recommendations. (NAN) Prince Abiodun administration. (NAN) July 18, 2021 |16 July 18, 2021 |7 CampusTakes Metro i c e - C h a n c e l l o r, University of Ilorin, VP r o f . S u l y m a n Abdulkareem, recently lauded Unilorin launches App to curb crop the Kasuwa Go app developed by a research group led by Dr. Toyin Ajibade of the Faculty of Agriculture. Abdulkareem who spoke during the wastage, boost food security KasuwaGo app launch held at the university described the s a i d t h e a p p w a s A g r i c u l t u r e a n d t h e app as a great achievement for specifically made to m a n a g e m e n t o f t h e the institution. achieve stress-free buying University of Ilorin for their The News Agency of and selling of farm support. The Kwara State Nigeria (NAN) reports that produce. C o m m i s s i o n e r f o r the app, which was developed Ajibade restated that the Enterprise, Hajiya Arionla in Sept. 2019, was specifically KasuwaGo application was Lawal, in her speech, said made to facilitate the buying created to assist farmers to t h a t t h e K a s u w a G o and selling of farm produce. find markets for their goods application was essential for T h e Vi c e - C h a n c e l l o r, and also create avenue for a sustainable economy. Also represented by Prof. Bolaji sellers seeking easier in their remarks, two S u l e , D e p u t y V i c e - connections to suppliers USbased research partners Chancellor (Management and customers. Prof. Maredia Mywish and Services), said the app would The don thanked the U.S. Dr. Michael Olabisi, also curb wastage of farm Agency for International described the application as produce and boost food Development under the a beautiful outcome. They security. Abdulkareem said Feed the Future Innovation said that the COVID-19 that the invention of such Lab for Legume Systems pandemic brought about the application was a great Research for assistance in development of the app to making the app a reality. aid farmers to showcase innovation that would aid the R-L: Ogun State Head of Service, Alhaja Selimotu Ottun; S.A. to the State Governor on Rural Development, Princess ‘Peju Shote and Programme Manager, Ogun RUWATSAN, Mr. Sola Ogunbo rural farmers to earn more Ajibade also thanked the their farm produce and during the Official Flag-off Programme for the National Youth Volunteer Engagement on Sanitation (YES) towards ending open defecation and promote hand washing held recently in Abeokuta from their farm produce and Venture Garden Group, prevent spoilage due to lack avoid food wastage in the Michigan State University, of storage facilities. society. Centre for Dry Land In his welcome address, Customs Zone 'D' seizes N51.2m rice, others in five months Prof. Gbolagade Adesiji, the Acting Dean, Faculty of Court orders reinstatement of sacked UI lecturer he Federal Operation with a DPV of N1,440,000, capital, apparently meant to nature, the seized diesel sharing of information, to provide social amenities Agriculture, described the Unit (FOU), Zone among others were seized would be auctioned and its intelligence gathering and for the citizenry. According h e N a t i o n a l University of Ibadan, was employment relationship with be smuggled out of the application as a milestone of escalated by the claimant's institution without lost of “D” of the Nigeria with the period under proceeds would be paid into doggedness of the officers to the zonal Comptroller, “let Industrial Court in sacked by the institution respect to termination of T country. “We know that this insistent that rules and benefits, prerequisites of me use this medium to plead research. Adesiji said it was Ibadan, has ordered over alleged refusal to Customs Service (NCS) has review. is supposed to be taken out the coffers of the Federal and men of the FOU in the T Ogunshe's appointment. regulations be followed in the office, promotion and disclosed that its operatives Government. “What we will zone, Omiye assured that w i t h w e l l - m e a n i n g capable of empowering the the University of Ibadan to “The operatives of the of the country but we were vacate her office to another Peters said the issue of appointment of Head of remunerations. The judge Nigerians to assist in youth to make a living from immediately reinstate, one, which she alleged not seized banned goods, Federal Operations Unit able to seize it. Everything do now as enabled by the the Customs would not relocation of office that led to Department and students who further ordered the institution i n c l u d i n g r i c e w o r t h relevant sections of the law of allow any illegal items p r o v i d i n g g e n u i n e produce buying and selling Prof. Adenike Ogunshe, secure. Zone 'D' Bauchi apart from inside there is diesel and the alleged termination of the did not attend classes being to pay Ogunshe a sum of N51,238,235 million within the federation, we will auction escape its eagle eyes. He information that could aid in without stress. whose appointment was Delivery judgment, blocking and suppressing this is supposed to be for claimant's appointment allowed to write final N13,607,028 being her five months. This was it (diesel) and pay the proceeds added that the Zone “D” eradicating the menace of The Lead Researcher of the t e r m i n a t e d b y t h e Justice John Peters, said smuggling within the Zone local consumption. “If we started in 2006 and was let examinations against the salary arrears from Aug. d i s c l o s e d b y t h e into the government's account. would be unbearable for smuggling in the zone and KasuwaGo app, Ajibade, said institution on June 14, that the University of have made seizures of 565 had compromised, it would hanging until 2013 when the known laid down rules and 15,2016 to the date of the Comptroller, FOU, Zone sacks containing 60 liters The diesel because of the smugglers and called on the country at large. “I want that the app was developed in 2016. Ogunshe, a Senior Ibadan failed to comply have gone to a foreign claimant was issued a query. regulations of the institution. judgment “I order and direct “D” Adesanmi Omiye, at a each of Vehicle/Petroluem combustive nature, you can Nigerians to assist the t h e m t o k n o w t h a t response to conversation with Lecturer at the Department w i t h t h e r u l e s a n d country and hey will be The judge said that the court P e t e r s d e c l a r e d t h e the defendants to pay the press conference, held at the Products (Diesel) totaling see some already spilling on Service with genuine eradicating smuggling in this farmers and customers She o f M i c r o b i o l o g y , regulations guiding the enjoying our subsidy which found out that the issue was termination of Ogunshe's claimant all her arrears of Zonal headquarters in 33,900 liters with a DPV of is meant for our local the ground, we have to auction information to enhance its country will boost the a p p o i n t m e n t b y t h e salaries from the date of Bauchi, adding that the N12,910,250. “Twenty market and we will be it immediately. operations. economy which will make institution as unlawful, null, t e r m i n a t i o n o f h e r seized goods included rice, Four (24) bundles of foreign suffering here,” he said. While attributing the Doing this, he said, would the Federal Government void and of no effect for non- appointment till the date of diesel, insecticide, textile textiles material with a DPV He disclosed that as a success recorded with the not only boost the economy provide social amenities to Increase social services spending c o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e this judgment,” Peters said. materials, vehicles and used of N8,880,000.00, four used “unprecedented seizures” to but also enable government the citizenry.” result of its combustive applicable rules. The judge Peters also ordered the tyres, among others. vehicles with a DPV of further set aside the letters of institution to pay a sum of According to Omiye, the N5,130,000.00, 27 bales of termination of appointment N200,000 as cost of the seizures were made as part second hand clothing with Court remands two for accusing Abdulsalami of arms supply to bandits –Academics of the Customs' efforts to tackle insecurity issued on June 14,2016 and proceedings. The lecturer, DPV of N4,860,000.00 and Federal High Court defendants Abdulkareem four count charges, correctional center. The ome academics recently with population growth. is no job for them,” he said. among competing social needs Aug.15,2016 by University through her counsel, Mr aimed at fighting smuggling 236 cartons of foreign soap Sitting in Minna, Ajibola and Anas Umar over requested for bail, arguing accused persons were said to advised governments at all “Spending less on social He said that the way out was for sustainable development. of Ibadan to Ogunshe. Femi Aborisade, dragged the in the country, informing with DPV of N1,556,500.00. ANiger State, has their malicious publication, that the accused have be the brain behind alleged that they were made Slevels to increase spending infrastructure and social for the governments would be “We also need to promote good He ordered immediate institution and its Council to “Others are 143 foreign reminded two persons in which contravene Section 24 already stayed for one publication and viral between February and June, o n s o c i a l s e r v i c e s a n d services with the country's to increase the quantity and governance and quality reinstatement of Ogunshe to c o u r t d e s c r i b i n g t h e parboiled rice with a DPV of correctional center for Sub - Section (1B) caber month in the correctional circulated story on social i n f r a s t r u c t u r e t o t a c k l e 2021. He added that growing population will quality of spending in social leadership, because without it, her position as senior lecturer termination as unlawful and N3,776,000.00, 196 cartons publishing 'injurious' crime law. center. media using their galaxy insecurity. The academics made create an army of unhappy seizures included a vehicle services. all efforts toward ending i n t h e d e p a r t m e n t o f p r a y e d t h e c o u r t f o r of foreign spaghetti with a statement on social media He prayed for adjournment Justice Emeka Nwite smartphone that the former the call in Kaduna at the opening people. “These people will be H e a l s o u r g e d t h e containing 33,900 litres of insecurity for development to m i c r o b i o l o g y o f t h e reinstatement DPV of N1,411,200.00, 60 against former Head of to enable him present however urged the defence Head of State, General of an international conference looking for jobs that are not governments to control thrive will be futile,” he said. diesel, packaged in 565 bags Jerrycans of Vegetable Oil State, General Abdulsalami witnesses to prove allegations counsel to do the needful in Abdulsalam Abubakar was with the theme: “Insecurity and available, while others cannot population growth and worth N12,910,250, seized with a DPV of N1,440,000.00 Alhaji Abubakar. Police against the defendants. The applying for bail and the owner and supplier of National Development”. The access quality education and optimise its economic around Otukpa in Benue and 52 used Tukumbo Tyres prosecutor, Jude Akaeze d e f e n c e c o u n s e l , adjourned to 26th July, 2021 arms and other logistics to conference was organised by the health services,” he said. resources by strengthening the NANS commends Buhari on education achievements State. with a DPV of N624,000.00. Faculty of Social Sciences, presented four count Abdulkareem Abubakar, who to commence trail while bandits perpetuating their He added that the pervasive potential of critical sectors of h e N a t i o n a l since the National Health N1.7 trillion of capital C o m p t r o l l e r O m i y e “The total DPV of all Kaduna State University c h a r g e s a g a i n s t t h e pleaded “not guilty” of the they should be reminded in poverty in the country was the economy. Also, the lead A s s o c i a t i o n o f Act was passed in 2014,was intervention to Nigeria's informed that other seizures seizures is N51,238,235.00,” acts in Niger state. (KASU). another issue that was paper presenter, Prof. Nazifi Nigeria Students commendable. According to tertiary institutions through included 24 bundles of C o m p t r o l l e r O m i y e In a keynote address, Dr compounding the insecurity Darma, a professor of T (NANS) has commended him, the fund is designed to TETFund and other means. foreign textiles materials informed. According to him, Muhammad Sagagi, Vice- situation. “With this high Development Economics, ...Remands businessman for allegedly burning down hospital President Muhammadu deliver a guaranteed set with a Duty Paid Value C h a i r m a n , P r e s i d e n t i a l level of poverty, more than University of Jos, described Oyeniyi said the presidential the seizures by Customs Buhari for achievements in health services to all approval for a new retirement (DPV) of N8,880,000; four operatives were made Chief Magistrates' Kor ordered the police to Makurdi. Danladi's accomplices, Economic Advisory Council, 15,000 babies are born daily education as a crucial social Court in Makurdi return the case file to the The police alleged that Babangida Paul was identified low spending on social in the northern part of the health and education sectors. Nigerians, through the age of 65, and length of vehicles with a N5,130,000 pursuant to the provisions of service. yesterday ordered Office of the Director of Danladi also attacked the arrested pursuant to the services and social infrastructure country. “This translates to Darma, a Special Adviser to NANS commendation is national network of primary service of 40 years for DPV and 27 bales of second Sections 8 and 158 (Power to A t h a t a b u s i n e s s m a n , Public Prosecutions for legal doctor in his residence on bench warrant issued by as one of the triggers of 5.5 million babies every year the Senate President on contained in a statement health care centres. teachers in public basic and h a n d c l o t h i n g w o r t h Patrol Freely) of Customs insecurity. Sagagi argued that the of which the economy Economic Matters, said that signed by its National Oyeniyi said the passage secondary school, were N4,860,000 DPV. He and Excise Management Mohammed Danladi, who advice. The chief magistrate June 7, 2019, in company the High Court, Makurdi less governments spend on social cannot support the growing t o h o l i s t i c a l l y t a c k l e President, Mr Abdulmajeed of enabling legislation for heart-warming. further informed that 236 Act (CEMA) Cap C45 Laws allegedly burnt down a adjourned the matter until of three others while armed and was later arraigned for services like education, health population. insecurity, governments must Oyeniyi, made available to the Nigeria Center for He mentioned the approval cartons of foreign soap with of the Federation of Nigeria hospital be remanded in a July 30, for further mention. with guns, cutlass and armed robbery. and other basic services, the “At the national level, the address the issue of economic newsmen recently in Abuja. Disease Control, for the first of the six new colleges of DPV of N1,556,500; 143 2004 as amended. correctional centre. The Earlier, the prosecutor, Insp sticks and they injured him The offence, he said, is more problems they create for the e c o n o m y i s g r o w i n g stagnation. He also advised O y e n i y i s a i d B u h a r i time since it was founded in e d u c a t i o n i n t h e s i x foreign parboiled ice with a H e d i s c l o s e d t h a t police charged Danladi with Friday Kanshio told the court on his right finger. punishable under Sections country. annually at 1 per cent, while t h e g o v e r n m e n t s o n a d m i n i s t r a t i o n ' s 2011 was a move in the right geopolitical zone of the DPV of N3,776,000; 196 investigation carried out by c r i m i n a l c o n s p i r a c y, that Dr Joseph Ikwulono of The prosecution also 97 and 338 of the Penal He also said that poor the population is growing at increasing spending of social implementation of the one direction. He described country and the six new cartons of foreign spaghetti Customs revealed that the mischief by fire and armed the New Concept Clinic, said Danladi and his Code Laws of Benue, 2004 e c o n o m i c g r o w t h a n d 3.5 per cent. This is not good services through a national per cent Consolidated Buhari's achievement in the federal polytechnics as w i t h a D P V o f seized diesel was being robbery. Chief Magistrate Ugbokpo through a written accomplices stole a laptop and Section 1(1) (2) and 6 development outcomes was enough. “We also have a development planning N1,411,200.00 and 60 c o n v e y e d f r o m P o r t Vincent Kor, however did petition dated March 10, worth N450, 000 and other of the Robbery and another major trigger of Revenue Fund to the Basic e d u c a t i o n s e c t o r a s a m o n g n u m e r o u s problem where more than approach, where resources Jerrycans of vegetable oil Harcourt, the Rivers State not take the plea of Danladi reported the matter at the valuable items. He said that Firearms Act, 2004. insecurity, particularly when the Health Care Provision Fund overwhelming through his achievements of Buhari 3.5 people enter the labour are judiciously allocated for want in jurisdiction. Benue Police Command, on March 3, one of economy does not grow at par market every year and there commitment of more than (NAN) July 18, 2021 |8 July 18, 2021 |10 Editorial News Entertainment We need strong institutions to fight corruption – ICPC Yul Edochie finally opens up on getting development” he said. In a Sound Sultan h e C h a i r m a n , Independent Corrupt related development, the ICPC For safer schools TPractices and Other Chairman has called on Sub- Related Offences (ICPC), Prof. Saharan African Countries to actress Judy Austin pregnant or some time now, news of the bandits. The international Bolaji Owasanoye, has said that reverse illicit financial flows A fearless young man who is dead u l E d o c h i e o f Nigeria required strong and prioritise asset recoveries opular singer, Olanrewaju Fasasi, kidnapping of students and community through UÑICEF institutions and systems to fight towards minimising the Nollywood has has declared his interest to teachers have been rife and powered the safe school corruption and Illicit Financial menace of corruption in the Yfinally broken the run for President of Nigeria, better known as Sound Sultan, is F Flows (IFFs). He made the region. Owasanoye, who gave silence on the allegations of 2023 and will be only 41yrs dead. The family released a press recommendation recently while the charge at the virtual of age by then. P unabating in the country. Bandits initiative and the building of him having a son with his statement today, Sunday, July 11, delivering a lecture to conference for Heads of Anti- Indeed a shining example colleague, Judy Austin. announcing the sad news. The family have been striking in schools in wall fences in schools. This participants of Executive Corruption Agencies in Africa, Recall a brouhaha broke to the youths. called for the utilisation of Intelligence Management on the internet where an Are they giving me my disclosed he died earlier today after a the Northern part of the country development has increased the Course 14 of the National proceeds from recovered assets Instagram blogger called accolades? No. long battle with throat cancer. Institute for Security Studies in to tackle the problem of poverty Are they discussing my to abduct students and hold them number of out of school children in the sub-region. Cutie Juls alleged that, Yul He is survived by his wife and three Bwari, Federal Capital contribution to building a to demand for ransom and lately, in the country as well as the Territory (FCT), Abuja. Delivering a paper entitled: Edochie and his side chick, children. In his paper entitled: “Understanding the Common Judy Austin have given birth better society? No. food stuffs. From Kaduna to trauma and travails of hapless “Governance, Corruption, Rule African Position on Asset to a son outside his marriage. Are they supporting my of Law and Security in Africa”, Recovery (CAPAR)”, the ICPC This got his fans talking as Presidential ambition? No. Bornu, Zamfara, Yobe and parents and Nigerians. Owasanoye said that the boss said Africa could not they felt disappointed by his They are busy discussing Adamawa State, bandits are The Federal Government should solution to corruption, eradicate poverty or meet actions considering how my private life which is not e c o n o m i c a n d s e c u r i t y Sustainable Development Goal great he has been able to their business. (SDG) without prioritising leaving trails of blood, sorrow and problems bedevilling Nigeria build his reputation and has But I'm not surprised. develop state led security l a y i n b u i l d i n g s t r o n g asset recovery and domestic become a role model to his That has always been one tears in their wake. In response, response with the deployment of institutions and systems with resource mobilization. of our major problems in “The sure way to diminish people in serving his active collaboration from state Nigeria, always ignoring schools are being closed down technology and drones to and non-state actors. corruption is to improve country. “Corruption and weak domestic resource mobilisation He faced the wrath of relevant issues and focusing while students have been sent combat the menace. governance are mutually in the region and also to reverse Nigerians after they thought on frivolities. home. As the problem lingers, the reinforced, corruption and illicit financial flows. “It would of how his wife, May People who have never Experts have agreed that the weak governance impact on be a dream to assume that we Edochie, would be feeling in a c k n o w l e d g e d m y bandits are getting more hydra-headed problem of development, peace and would achieve it without her marriage amid the fracas. contributions to nation- security in multiple ways. meeting the basic results that Yul Edochie has finally building are quick to discuss have been set for basic emboldened with the recent terrorism cannot be defeated “Diversion of public budget in come out to clear the air, Yul Edochie my private life all in a bid to the expenditure side of revenue, mobilization,” he noted. He bring me down. kidnap at the Bethel Baptist with guns alone. It is widely direct looting of treasury, IFFs, further stated that the world had e x p r e s s i n g h i s YUL EDOCHIE. disappointment in his fans his political appointment to Well sorry to disappoint tax evasion, misapplication of l o s t h u g e r e v e n u e s t o A young man who never join the campaign to rescue School where babies were agreed that good governance corruption and illicit financial who forgot about his hard you, you can't bring me funds, deliberate elephant relied on his father's name Nigeria. projects, and contract and flows, adding that the country work in building Nigeria but down. abducted and other incidences. which will lead to drastic but worked extremely hard A young man who has God lifted me, designed, procurement abuse have huge had recovered up to 700 million rather decided to intrude into to build his own name. dollars of assets in the last six stood for peace, unity, and and equipped me for a divine Needless to say, injustice anywhere reduction of poverty and better implication for development. his private matters to bring A young man who came “Without development, there years. Owasanoye called on progress in Nigeria and purpose on earth. him down. into Nollywood and took it is injustice everywhere. So other security of lives and property can be no peace or security and heads of member states to adopt Africa. Like King David, I'm a H e a p o l o g i z e d t o to greater heights with his without peace and security, a policy on the use of asset Nigerians making them A y o u n g m a n w h o man after God's own heart. parts of the country should be should be put in place in recovery and management for outstanding performances. development is a mirage. understand that, he would constantly assists, fights for So while you are busy “Massive investment in development goals. A young man who defied the youths, and encourages discussing my private life, justifiably alarmed at the addition to the military action. infrastructure is the route to fail them. Yul Edochie listed the odds and ran for his qualities and advised t h e m t o b e l i e v e i n please can you also use some daunting obstacles militating R i g h t t o e d u c a t i o n i s a Governor of his State at themselves and fight for their percentage of that time to them to come together as one 35yrs. against the realization of the for a better and developer rights and their country. s u p p o r t m y 2 0 2 3 fundamental human rights Only 25 of 160 licensed Rejected all forms of A y o u n g m a n w h o Presidential ambition. country instead of trying to bribes to step down by other education objective of the which should not be hampered be on each other's neck for constantly celebrates other Together we can save our GenCos operating — Ogaji parties and ran the race till people's achievements. country. Thank you and May country. We cannot continue to failure. the end. b y a n y s t r e t c h o f t h e In his post, he wrote: A man of high integrity. God bless us all. h e E x e c u t i v e d r o p p e d f r o m a b o u t A young man who gave up Olanrewaju Fasasi show indifference to what is imagination. We emphatise with Secretary, Association 9,000MW in 2020 to about happening in other parts of the victims and commiserate with Tof Power Generation 6,000MW. Companies (APGC), Dr Joy According to her, this is not country as it may eventually families that have lost loved Ogaji, has revealed that only being optimally utilised due to 25 out of 160 GenCos licensed load rejection by electricity After 8 months, my estate guard still doesn't recognize me –BBNaija Star, Vee cascade down to other parts if ones. This is really a challenging by the Nigerian Electricity Distribution Companies for unchecked. period for our dear country and Regulatory Commission various reasons. Ogaji noted ormer BBNaija housemate, Vee, ( N E R C ) a r e c u r r e n t l y that the three hydro power has shared her experience with the To worsen the situation, security no efforts should be spared to operating in Nigeria. The plants — Kainji, Jebba and Fsecurity guards who have been a g e n c i e s a re s e e m i n g l y make the country safe for all News Agency of Nigeria Shiroro — with an installed guarding the Estate she lives in for a while (NAN) reports that Ogaji capacity of 1,500MW were now. overwhelmed by the superior again. This is our fervent prayer made the disclosure during a also not being optimally panel session at the ongoing utilised. According to her, she has been living at her firepower and sheer number of and hope. Nigeria Oil and Gas (NOG) She said the take off of the place for almost 8 months and her security Conference and Exhibition African Continental Free guard still stares at her for about 20 seconds recently in Abuja. Trade Agreement had made it before she is allowed to enter the estate. She She noted that data from the imperative for Nigeria to fix made this known in a post sighted on her National Control Centre, its power sector to make its Twitter page. O s o g b o , s h o w e d t h a t companies able to compete Vee's post reads; “I've been living at my Nigeria's energy demand was with their counterparts across about 28,000MW while the the continent. Ogaji described place for almost 8 months and me & the current available power was gas supply constraints as one security guards are still staring at each other about 6,000MW. “NERC has of the major challenges facing for 20 seconds before I'm allowed to enter issued 160 licences to power GenCos and responsible for my estate”. generation companies. Only the drop in power generation. Vee was trending on social media recently SOS on Asero-Obantoko road 25 are operational currently. She said that this could be after she stated that she has disassociated “The other thermal stations remedied by the Nigerian write to call the Obantoko and Camp. managing one half of intervene by carrying are waiting on the sidelines N a t i o n a l P e t r o l e u m herself from Zeena & Zara fashion brand. attention of our T h e r o a d m a y the road. Since the out urgent palliative and if they are actively Corporation agreeing to She cautioned her fans to regard any image p e r f o r m i n g collapse any moment r a i n i n g s e a s o n work to forestall involved, we can generate an supply 60 per cent of the gas of her shared by the clothing brand as false I additional 30,000MW. needed by the GenCos. Ogaji advertisement and only doing business with Governor in Ogun from now if prompt started, vehicles have calamity on the road. “The 25 operational said the move would enable them at their own prerogative. State, “Mr Road”, attention is not given been swimming in GenCos have an installed the sector to achieve its vision See the post below; Prince Dapo Abiodun to to it. Specifically, the pool of water to Thank you. c a p a c i t y o f a b o u t of generating 30,000MW by 13,000MW,” Ogaji said. She, 2030, with 3,000MW coming I've been living at my place for almost 8 t h e d e p l o r a b l e road is almost broken navigate the road. We however, disclosed that f r o m r e n e w a b l e s a n d months and me & the security guards are still condition of the federal i n t o t w o a n d implore our amiable Remi Adeoye (Mrs) current available capacity had 27,000MW from the power staring at each other for 20 seconds before road from Asero to motorists have been G o v e r n o r t o Abeokuta plants. (NAN) Vee I'm allowed to enter my estate. July 18, 2021 |23 July 18, 2021 |9 News Trendy Oba Erinwole Road: Abiodun Woman Gowon to Nigerian youths: Don't drag orders contractor to complete the nation into another civil war project in two weeks gun State governor, of the road had begun to ormer Head of State and Dapo Abiodun, has depreciate and we decided to e l d e r s t a t e s m a n , Ogiven the contractor intervene particularly for the FGeneral Yakubu Gowon handling the reconstruction of convenience of our people has warned youths in the the Oba Erinwole Road in living here and the socio- The world of Aso Ebi country not to drag the nation Sagamu, two weeks to economic development of the into a civil war that may spell complete the project. town itself". permanent doom for Nigerians. Abiodun who gave the He noted that though the He warned that a new civil order on Thursday while road represents an important w a r w i l l t a k e N i g e r i a inspecting the level of work on by-pass to the people of the backwards in harrowing and the four-kilometre road, town, some portions had unimaginable dimensions. expressed dissatisfaction with become impassable and General Gowon issued the the slow pace of work, and nightmare to the residents, warning at the weekend in urged the State Commissioner hence, his government's Abuja during a public lecture for Works, Ade Akinsanya to intervention to save the on “Rejigging the Security ensure the job was completed people and the state from Architecture of Nigeria. in the next two weeks. u n t o l d h a r d s h i p a n d The former head of state was "I am not impressed with embarrassment. the speed of work on this road. The project, according to the represented by a former I have directed that the job governor, is in line with his Governor of Bauchi State, most be delivered in the next administration's transformation Major General Chris Abutu Former Head of State, Yakubu Gowon two weeks. The caves must be and infrastructural development Garuba. rehabilitated, streetlight going on across the state, He described war as an occasion, a Professor of The University Don in the war period, family replaced and the road margin emphasizing that Sagamu as one unpleasant situation adding African History, Peace cautioned those drumming members would not know fixed", he said. of the major towns in the state that those who have fallen and Conflict Studies, war drums, adding that each other adding for this He explained that the initial would also benefit. victims to it would not wish University of Ibadan, Nigerians will gain nothing reason, “let us do those things contract was to repair the He disclosed that similar that Nigeria goes into another Professor Isaac Olawale from it in the end. that will unite us to fight failed section which was the projects were ongoing By: Oluwaseun Boye one outside of the one fought designers creatively making outfits for special Albert said going into war Former Benue State insecurity jointly”. lowest part of the road, adding simultaneously in 18 local occasions to meet the taste of their rich and measuring their financial status in order to ensure between 1967 and 1970. will only escalate the Governor, George Akume National Commandant of that the need to repair the government areas of Ogun. ccording to Wikipedia, Aso- ebi is a uniform wealthy customers, aso ebi outfits has become a everyone is comfortable with the price of the fabric. Gowon expressed deep problems confronting the o n h i s p a r t w a r n e d the Peace Corps Ambassador entire stretch of the road from "We are also doing similar dress that is traditionally worn in Nigeria and regular today, it is almost impossible to conceive Quality of fabric:The durability of the fabric concerns over the growing allows it to stand the test of time. Genuine fabrics are nation. politicians to stop making Dickson Akoh said the t h e S a g a m u - B e n i n p r o j e c t s i n 1 8 l o c a l Asome West African cultures as an indicator of of an event or party in Nigeria especially in the tension among the youths and cooperation and solidarity during ceremonies and preferred because it will serve as memorabilia to your “If you see war, you will inflammatory statements current high level of Expressway to Ikorodu government areas of the state. Southwest states without aso-ebi. From ...no matter the reasons behind appealed to the federal festive periods. The purpose of wearing the dress can traditional marriages to weddings, birthday guests, it will be highly embarrassing if the material run. It is only those who capable of breaking up the unemployment of youth is a Junction, was to ensure that This is not an exception; it has government to take up the be to serve as self-identification with age mates, parties, festivals, thanksgiving services, corporate your choice of Aso-Ebi, whether begins to tear or fade after the first wash. The most have never seen war that n a t i o n . A k u m e n o w time bomb and appealed to the road was completely done. b e c o m e a n o r m t h a t relatives or friends during social occasions or events. and society events, aso-ebi has become a “ expensive fabric is usually deemed to be the most challenge. Minister under President the federal government to Abiodun added: "This part characterizes the Building can call for it. It does not the vibes, elegance or style, ladies quality but this is not necessarily the case always.You Also speaking at the Affordability of fabrics such as Ankara, Lace and phenomenon. pay anyone. Muhammadu Buhari said quickly tackle the challenge. of the town is one of the prime our Future Together' agenda headgear has contributed to the popularity of uniform A visit to worship places, social gatherings let moderacy be your watchword need to go fabric shopping with someone who is areas and the value of property of our administration", dressing for social occasions in this part of the world. and sometimes office get- to- gether, confirm the experienced in fabric shopping to avoid being as a result of the bad condition Abiodun submitted. Today, the practice has gone beyond family fact that the aso-ebi trend has taken firm root. As when buying Aso-Ebi swindled. dressing because associates, well wishers, "friends of for naming ceremonies and graduation parties, Quantity of Fabric:The joy of finding that perfect Ogun LG polls: Don't make empty promises friends", extended families of celebrant do wear the the fashion fever rages on. Aso-Ebi fabric could all come to an abrupt end after Aso ebi. finding out that it is out of stock or insufficient to Oyo Governor appoints Segun According to findings, Aso ebi can be traced to an Factors to consider when choosing Aso-ebi materials and styles. They usually prefer the Ankara cater for the number of invitees. It is crucial to reach an agreement with the vendor, making sure your to electorate, Abiodun tells APC candidates earlier period when members of Yoruba age grades Fabrics differ and they all display usually mixing it with a different material all Ogunwuyi as new Chief of Staff wear uniform dressing to mark fraternal bonds. In the differingcharacteristics; therefore, proper together to create a glamourous outfit in skirts and requested number of yards are available and stored s Ogun state is their promises. a d m i n i s t r a t i o n t o they remain a vital part to 1950s, members of women organizations or research must be carried out to ascertain what blouses, kaftan to mention a few. Cotton is very away. You can also reach a compromise with the "Our people do not ask d i s c h a r g e t h e i r your victory", he said. yo State Governor, As the DG of OYSIPPA, "regberegbes" turn out to ceremonies and comfortable to wear during the hot weather. vendor to procure more fabrics from the merchant if inching towards the material will suit the occasion. Choosing Aso- conduct of the local for too much. What they responsibilities in line The governor described Seyi Makinde, has Ogunwuyi's midwife series anniversaries of relatives in the same style of dress, Ebi has become a vital part of event planning in Tradition: Depending on the tribe, Aso-Ebi it is in limited supply. A appointed Segun h i s a d m i n i s t r a t i o n ' s of Investment initiatives headgears, necklace, a culture which signifies close fabrics could vary. For burial parties, Aso-Oke is Distribution: The logistics of getting the Aso-Ebi government polls, the state ask for is, when you make with the constitutional O Nigerian circles for virtually all occasions. It is Ogunwuyi as his Chief of friendship. The uniform dressing can also be a mostly preferred by the elders within the family. to every interested person could get very hectic governor, Prince Dapo a promise, make sure you provision, charging them achievements in the last two including the Alternative known to add color, flavor and style to the party, Staff. measure of personal affluence, because Aso ebi Customs and culture are also determining factors during the wedding or event planning. Getting an Abiodun has called on the fulfill it", Abiodun stated. to keep the good work till years as unprecedented, Project Funding Approach besides, it gives the guests a sense of belonging According to a letter signed involves rivalry between various egbes or groups with in this regard . Aso-Ebi vendor that can distribute the fabrics to the c h a i r m a n s h i p a n d He disclosed that his the end of their tenure. saying "governance in the (APFA), has helped the state in the event. on Monday, July 5 by the each group competing to outshine each other in terms Fabrics used for Aso-Ebi ranges from Ankara, Colours: The personal preference of the host comfort of customers' homes cuts down a lot in terms councillorship candidates of decision not to be Abiodun noted that state has been redefined by in the execution of critical Secretary to the State of quality, originality and richness of the uniform. lace, velvet and any other suitable material. Aso- overrides any other factor when choosing of energy and time, saving all unnecessary stress. the All Progressives Congress involved in picking the APC in the state has fulfilling promises and infrastructure projects. From the mid 1960s to the late 1970s, imported colors.You can choose between complementary Right Timing: The Aso-Ebi has to get to your G o v e r n m e n t ( S S G ) , Ebi is not peculiar to Yoruba people, it is worn by (APC), not to make frivolous candidates was to ensure become bigger, saying ensuring that no section of Ogunwuyi, a former lace and george were incorporated into Nigerian Africans of all tribes. colors and contrasting colors.Complementary friends and family in time, so everyone can tailor the the state has development to O l u b a m i w o A d e o s u n , member of the Oyo State fabrics and they became popular items used for Aso colors show togetherness and unity.Contrasting fabric to their taste. This allows the customers enough promises to the electorate. that all stakeholders in the "this was made possible party have their inputs on by our administration's the detriment of others". Ogunwuyi's appointment is House of Assembly, was in ebi, not leaving out the popular Ankara fabric. colors allows the event and attendees to stand out. time to make needed adjustment before the day The governor made the call with immediate effect. TYPES OF FABRICS FOR ASO-EBI who emerges the party's hard, methodical and In his remarks, the 2015, elected as the member Increased demand for handcrafted traditional dresses Event Theme: The theme of the event has to be proper. at a meeting with the party's Ogunwuyi, was in 2019, such as boubous, oleku, kaftan, skirts and blouses, iro ANKARA: It is relatively cheap and modern, taken into consideration when choosing the right Speaking with a party rocker, Mrs. Ayobami flag bearers in the local deliberate work as well as Chairman of the Party, Yemi representing Ogbomoso it is very popular among the younger generation. 20 chairmanship and 236 named Executive Assistant to and buba among others led to a resurgence of tailors colors. Other things to consider are your styles and Adeoye, she her love for Aso-Ebi is second to none, councillorship candidates at government election. p a r t i c i p a t o r y a n d S a n u s i , w h i l e North/South and Oriire It is also manufactured in western countries. It is the Governor on Investment. Federal Constituency in the and fashion designers specialized in making native trendy colors. When choosing two colours or multi- Aso-ebi makes events colourful and unique. "It saves the Presidential Lodge, The governor advised inclusive posture which c o n g r a t u l a t i n g t h e attires. The tailors strived to meet the increasing a versatile material and can be used for hats, bags colour patterns, you have to consider the skin the stress of looking for what to wear and what He was later appointed House of Representatives. and blazers. This is 100% cotton fabric with Abeokuta, recently. the party candidates to tap attracted others to our chairmanship candidates, demand and designs of uniform dressing, sometimes complexion of your guests.Avoid choosing too colours to match with the fabric. I love to sew my noted that the meeting was Director-General of the Oyo He holds a B.Sc. degree in with the aid of the fashion pages of magazines to colorful patterns. It is commonly referred to as much black because of the symbolic meaning of Aso-Ebi into lovely kaftans and boubous, so I can Abiodun admonished them from the experience of the party. State Investment and Public, African wax or Holland wax. to interface with all the Accounting and a Master of make style choices. this color. Ensure you communicate your carry myself well and stand out at parties. I attend to stand by their promises and L o c a l G o v e r n m e n t "I can tell you that all Private Partnership Agency Organza Fabric: This is a West African fabric candidates and fashion out Business Administration The rise of Aso ebi also coincided with an intense personality through the colors you pick so that you parties a lot, but the ones that stand out are the ones work towards leaving a Transitional Chairmen, members of our House of (OYSIPPPA), following the with stones and it is known for its beauty. This winning ways in the coming (MBA) from the Obafemi market of fashion and lifestyles magazines in the cities feel comfortable and confident. with uniforms, apart from food and the set ups, aso legacy in their various local who according to him Assembly are in our party. passage of the law setting up material is bright and colorful. ebi makes occasions unique, no discrimination as local government election. Awolowo University, Ile-Ife. whereby tailors look at designs for inspiration and Uniqueness: Everyone wants a fabric that is not government areas. h a v e p e r f o r m e d Almost all the past the agency. their patrons buy the magazines to see whether they Lace Fabric: Lace fabric is classy, elegant and too common or available, otherwise you appear everyone appears in same fabric " she noted. Speaking on behalf of the usually one color or multi- colour, making it Explaining that the meeting excellently well in the last g o v e r n o r s , d e p u t y featured in it, recently, the online blogs, Instagram and tacky and ill prepared. On the other hand, if the In a contrary opinion, Mrs. Tina Idowu said though was held to officially flag off 20 months. governors in the State are Chairmen of the Local Facebook platforms are new avenues of showcasing distinct. fabric is unique and beautiful, invitees will Aso-Ebi makes the event unique, but sometimes she Aso-Oke: This cloth is handmade (weaved) the LG election campaign, the "I have received good with us. This is not by Government Transitional different styles, people and events. patronize them quickly without a fuss. Individuality does not agree with the materials and colour match. " Committee, Semiu Lawal, However, in recent times, Aso-Ebi has become a and designed by the Yoruba tribe and it is worn is key if you want to stand out and shine on your One thing that is important in fashion is comfort. No Governor disclosed that the reports from the people accident. It is the result of city phenomenon that has diffused to other West for chieftaincy, festivals, engagements, burial or memorable day. The fabric should be expressive matter what you choose to wear at any time, to any party went through tough about their performances. inclusiveness that made thanked the governor for the African cultures. Dealers of imported and local textile even birthdays and other events. and add vibrancy to the celebrations. event comfort is key! t i m e i n c h o o s i n g i t s They have carried out people from other parties opportunity given them to Velvet: It is a type of woven tufted fabric in materials have also benefited from the boom in Pattern or Fabric design: Fabric design affects I basically live by this rule, that is why I may not representatives for the polls. repairs of schools, to join us", he said. serve the people, while demand for uniform dressing. Some textile dealers which the cut threads are evenly distributed, with invitees enthusiastic towards procuring the fabric. totally support wearing aso-ebi sometimes, I like my submitting that the a short dense pile, giving it a distinctive soft feel. He added that special p r i m a r y h e a l t h c a r e While urging the party offer consultation services and bulk rates for the The fabric should be versatile and easy to sew. fabrics simple, yet classy and absolutely comfortable, precaution was taken to centres and embarked on flag bearers to key into the Committees had executed choice and cost of the dress and fabrics. While the Velvet has made a comeback in the fashion Cotton patterned clothing are very functional for so, if the Aso-Ebi does not comply with my world for party rockers. ensure rancour-free primaries electrification projects", vision and programmes of more than 200 projects in price of fabrics in sewing the traditional attire is these purposes. The texture allows the material to specifications, I see it as spending without value , so I the last 20 months. affordable, the aso ebi practice is still sometimes used be used for different styles. don't support it outrightly, not to say I don't wear so as not to tear the party Abiodun noted. the state government and as an identification with affluence, some wear THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN Trending Fabrics: By following trendy fashion them". apart. He pointed out that the be ready to reach out to H e e x p r e s s e d t h e expensive embroidery and extra layers of cloth, CHOOSING MATERIALS/FABRICS FOR blogs and social media pages, you can keep up with So, no matter the reasons behind your choice of "Do not make promises you feats recorded by the those who contested with readiness of the transition whereas others, who could not afford a whole outfit, ASOEBI FOR WOMEN the trending fabrics used in events.Every woman Aso-Ebi, whether the vibes, elegance or style, ladies c a n n o t f u l f i l l . B e Transitional Chairmen them, Abiodun advised committee chairmen to added only matching tops and head gears. Comfort: With the older generation, cotton or desires to look beautiful and stand out during these let moderacy be your watchword when buying Aso- c h a r a c t e r i s e d a s t h a t was as a result of his that the race should not be work with the party's Additionally, aso- ebi has become an attire of class lace is their preferred fabric, sewing it into Iro events. Ebi! promise to empower the a winner takes all affair. candidates to ensure victory and Buba for the Females. The younger administration, that chairmen worn by celebrities and elites in recent times, Cost :Before fixing a cost on your Aso-Ebi, you Oluwaseun Boye writes via and councillors who fulfil l o c a l g o v e r n m e n t "Work with them as at the LG polls. especially the Nigerian Nollywood stars. With fashion generation are more adventurous with their have to consider the calibre of the guests, [email protected] Segun Ogunwuyi July 18, 2021 |8 July 18, 2021 |10 Editorial News Entertainment We need strong institutions to fight corruption – ICPC Yul Edochie finally opens up on getting development” he said. In a Sound Sultan h e C h a i r m a n , Independent Corrupt related development, the ICPC For safer schools TPractices and Other Chairman has called on Sub- Related Offences (ICPC), Prof. Saharan African Countries to actress Judy Austin pregnant or some time now, news of the bandits. The international Bolaji Owasanoye, has said that reverse illicit financial flows A fearless young man who is dead u l E d o c h i e o f Nigeria required strong and prioritise asset recoveries opular singer, Olanrewaju Fasasi, kidnapping of students and community through UÑICEF institutions and systems to fight towards minimising the Nollywood has has declared his interest to teachers have been rife and powered the safe school corruption and Illicit Financial menace of corruption in the Yfinally broken the run for President of Nigeria, better known as Sound Sultan, is F Flows (IFFs). He made the region. Owasanoye, who gave silence on the allegations of 2023 and will be only 41yrs dead. The family released a press recommendation recently while the charge at the virtual of age by then. P unabating in the country. Bandits initiative and the building of him having a son with his statement today, Sunday, July 11, delivering a lecture to conference for Heads of Anti- Indeed a shining example colleague, Judy Austin. announcing the sad news. The family have been striking in schools in wall fences in schools. This participants of Executive Corruption Agencies in Africa, Recall a brouhaha broke to the youths. called for the utilisation of Intelligence Management on the internet where an Are they giving me my disclosed he died earlier today after a the Northern part of the country development has increased the Course 14 of the National proceeds from recovered assets Instagram blogger called accolades? No. long battle with throat cancer. Institute for Security Studies in to tackle the problem of poverty Are they discussing my to abduct students and hold them number of out of school children in the sub-region. Cutie Juls alleged that, Yul He is survived by his wife and three Bwari, Federal Capital contribution to building a to demand for ransom and lately, in the country as well as the Territory (FCT), Abuja. Delivering a paper entitled: Edochie and his side chick, children. In his paper entitled: “Understanding the Common Judy Austin have given birth better society? No. food stuffs. From Kaduna to trauma and travails of hapless “Governance, Corruption, Rule African Position on Asset to a son outside his marriage. Are they supporting my of Law and Security in Africa”, Recovery (CAPAR)”, the ICPC This got his fans talking as Presidential ambition? No. Bornu, Zamfara, Yobe and parents and Nigerians. Owasanoye said that the boss said Africa could not they felt disappointed by his They are busy discussing Adamawa State, bandits are The Federal Government should solution to corruption, eradicate poverty or meet actions considering how my private life which is not e c o n o m i c a n d s e c u r i t y Sustainable Development Goal great he has been able to their business. (SDG) without prioritising leaving trails of blood, sorrow and problems bedevilling Nigeria build his reputation and has But I'm not surprised. develop state led security l a y i n b u i l d i n g s t r o n g asset recovery and domestic become a role model to his That has always been one tears in their wake. In response, response with the deployment of institutions and systems with resource mobilization. of our major problems in “The sure way to diminish people in serving his active collaboration from state Nigeria, always ignoring schools are being closed down technology and drones to and non-state actors. corruption is to improve country. “Corruption and weak domestic resource mobilisation He faced the wrath of relevant issues and focusing while students have been sent combat the menace. governance are mutually in the region and also to reverse Nigerians after they thought on frivolities. home. As the problem lingers, the reinforced, corruption and illicit financial flows. “It would of how his wife, May People who have never Experts have agreed that the weak governance impact on be a dream to assume that we Edochie, would be feeling in a c k n o w l e d g e d m y bandits are getting more hydra-headed problem of development, peace and would achieve it without her marriage amid the fracas. contributions to nation- security in multiple ways. meeting the basic results that Yul Edochie has finally building are quick to discuss have been set for basic emboldened with the recent terrorism cannot be defeated “Diversion of public budget in come out to clear the air, Yul Edochie my private life all in a bid to the expenditure side of revenue, mobilization,” he noted. He bring me down. kidnap at the Bethel Baptist with guns alone. It is widely direct looting of treasury, IFFs, further stated that the world had e x p r e s s i n g h i s YUL EDOCHIE. disappointment in his fans his political appointment to Well sorry to disappoint tax evasion, misapplication of l o s t h u g e r e v e n u e s t o A young man who never join the campaign to rescue School where babies were agreed that good governance corruption and illicit financial who forgot about his hard you, you can't bring me funds, deliberate elephant relied on his father's name Nigeria. projects, and contract and flows, adding that the country work in building Nigeria but down. abducted and other incidences. which will lead to drastic but worked extremely hard A young man who has God lifted me, designed, procurement abuse have huge had recovered up to 700 million rather decided to intrude into to build his own name. dollars of assets in the last six stood for peace, unity, and and equipped me for a divine Needless to say, injustice anywhere reduction of poverty and better implication for development. his private matters to bring A young man who came “Without development, there years. Owasanoye called on progress in Nigeria and purpose on earth. him down. into Nollywood and took it is injustice everywhere. So other security of lives and property can be no peace or security and heads of member states to adopt Africa. Like King David, I'm a H e a p o l o g i z e d t o to greater heights with his without peace and security, a policy on the use of asset Nigerians making them A y o u n g m a n w h o man after God's own heart. parts of the country should be should be put in place in recovery and management for outstanding performances. development is a mirage. understand that, he would constantly assists, fights for So while you are busy “Massive investment in development goals. A young man who defied the youths, and encourages discussing my private life, justifiably alarmed at the addition to the military action. infrastructure is the route to fail them. Yul Edochie listed the odds and ran for his qualities and advised t h e m t o b e l i e v e i n please can you also use some daunting obstacles militating R i g h t t o e d u c a t i o n i s a Governor of his State at themselves and fight for their percentage of that time to them to come together as one 35yrs. against the realization of the for a better and developer rights and their country. s u p p o r t m y 2 0 2 3 fundamental human rights Only 25 of 160 licensed Rejected all forms of A y o u n g m a n w h o Presidential ambition. country instead of trying to bribes to step down by other education objective of the which should not be hampered be on each other's neck for constantly celebrates other Together we can save our GenCos operating — Ogaji parties and ran the race till people's achievements. country. Thank you and May country. We cannot continue to failure. the end. b y a n y s t r e t c h o f t h e In his post, he wrote: A man of high integrity. God bless us all. h e E x e c u t i v e d r o p p e d f r o m a b o u t A young man who gave up Olanrewaju Fasasi show indifference to what is imagination. We emphatise with Secretary, Association 9,000MW in 2020 to about happening in other parts of the victims and commiserate with Tof Power Generation 6,000MW. Companies (APGC), Dr Joy According to her, this is not country as it may eventually families that have lost loved Ogaji, has revealed that only being optimally utilised due to 25 out of 160 GenCos licensed load rejection by electricity After 8 months, my estate guard still doesn't recognize me –BBNaija Star, Vee cascade down to other parts if ones. This is really a challenging by the Nigerian Electricity Distribution Companies for unchecked. period for our dear country and Regulatory Commission various reasons. Ogaji noted ormer BBNaija housemate, Vee, ( N E R C ) a r e c u r r e n t l y that the three hydro power has shared her experience with the To worsen the situation, security no efforts should be spared to operating in Nigeria. The plants — Kainji, Jebba and Fsecurity guards who have been a g e n c i e s a re s e e m i n g l y make the country safe for all News Agency of Nigeria Shiroro — with an installed guarding the Estate she lives in for a while (NAN) reports that Ogaji capacity of 1,500MW were now. overwhelmed by the superior again. This is our fervent prayer made the disclosure during a also not being optimally panel session at the ongoing utilised. According to her, she has been living at her firepower and sheer number of and hope. Nigeria Oil and Gas (NOG) She said the take off of the place for almost 8 months and her security Conference and Exhibition African Continental Free guard still stares at her for about 20 seconds recently in Abuja. Trade Agreement had made it before she is allowed to enter the estate. She She noted that data from the imperative for Nigeria to fix made this known in a post sighted on her National Control Centre, its power sector to make its Twitter page. O s o g b o , s h o w e d t h a t companies able to compete Vee's post reads; “I've been living at my Nigeria's energy demand was with their counterparts across about 28,000MW while the the continent. Ogaji described place for almost 8 months and me & the current available power was gas supply constraints as one security guards are still staring at each other about 6,000MW. “NERC has of the major challenges facing for 20 seconds before I'm allowed to enter issued 160 licences to power GenCos and responsible for my estate”. generation companies. Only the drop in power generation. Vee was trending on social media recently SOS on Asero-Obantoko road 25 are operational currently. She said that this could be after she stated that she has disassociated “The other thermal stations remedied by the Nigerian write to call the Obantoko and Camp. managing one half of intervene by carrying are waiting on the sidelines N a t i o n a l P e t r o l e u m herself from Zeena & Zara fashion brand. attention of our T h e r o a d m a y the road. Since the out urgent palliative and if they are actively Corporation agreeing to She cautioned her fans to regard any image p e r f o r m i n g collapse any moment r a i n i n g s e a s o n work to forestall involved, we can generate an supply 60 per cent of the gas of her shared by the clothing brand as false I additional 30,000MW. needed by the GenCos. Ogaji advertisement and only doing business with Governor in Ogun from now if prompt started, vehicles have calamity on the road. “The 25 operational said the move would enable them at their own prerogative. State, “Mr Road”, attention is not given been swimming in GenCos have an installed the sector to achieve its vision See the post below; Prince Dapo Abiodun to to it. Specifically, the pool of water to Thank you. c a p a c i t y o f a b o u t of generating 30,000MW by 13,000MW,” Ogaji said. She, 2030, with 3,000MW coming I've been living at my place for almost 8 t h e d e p l o r a b l e road is almost broken navigate the road. We however, disclosed that f r o m r e n e w a b l e s a n d months and me & the security guards are still condition of the federal i n t o t w o a n d implore our amiable Remi Adeoye (Mrs) current available capacity had 27,000MW from the power staring at each other for 20 seconds before road from Asero to motorists have been G o v e r n o r t o Abeokuta plants. (NAN) Vee I'm allowed to enter my estate. July 18, 2021 |11 July 18, 2021 |14 Showbiz Event-In-Pix RMD, King

of the Silver ope your previous week was fun all through. I also welcome you to the seventh month, a month of greatness and discovery. So for this week ,we will Hlook at the word 'Envy' Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, with some members of his cabinet Envy is evil. It is a bad behaviour, that finds displeasure in the success of others. during the inspection of Oba Erinwole road in Sagamu...recently An envious student is not happy when his mate is succeeding. He will rather wish to be in the same successful position as the achiever . Envy has jealous as its supporter in the process of arousing unhappiness because of Ogun youth ambassador, Olamilekan Agbelesebioba (a.k.a. Laycon) the person who has done well in life. Screen at 60 during his visit to the Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Tokunbo Talabi Both work in harmony on their victim to make him desire that others should achieve less than him. When an envious youth sees that somebody scores higher mark life, RMD has been an actor, politician, writer, than him,he becomes unhappy. An envious student cannot congratulate his mate who lawyer and poet, but he likes to keep it simple has cleared his result or scored higher in class. If he does,feeling of displeasure are by insisting that he likes to be known as an hidden in his heart. actor, for it was the study of Theatre Arts at the Envy will not allow children of the same parents to appreciate what their brother University of Benin, going against the or sister has as an advantage over them.It is a dangerous evil that makes people to expectations of his parents as the only male fight for position, privileges and posts. Envy is a terrible destroyer of cordial child in a family of 17, that opened the relationship among youngsters. opportunities for his other roles. Like the holy book says(holy bible),"charity envieth not ".Youths with genuine The ever-green actor once said: “I'm an love for one another cannot be envious. Richard Mofe-Damijo actor because that's what everybody knows You have to believe that you are unique, specially created by God ,to possess I'm an actor because that's me as. I'm a qualified lawyer and certain qualities that others do not have.God is not a partial God .He made you eteran actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo he had a stint with Concord Newspapers c o m m u n i c a t o r . I d o c o r p o r a t e complete to be an achiever . and Metro Magazine as a reporter. Out of what everybody knows me When others succeed in their life endeavours, rejoice with them because that is turned sixty recently. It was heralded by “ communications, government relations, a spectacle of posts which brought to the Bounds (1997) was the first film for public operations and I give opinions on legal their time. Your time for success is imminent. V which he received a writer/producer as. I'm a qualified lawyer fore his very well known status. matters when it concerns trademarks and It will come when you do the following To be frank, Richard Mofe-Damijo sure looks credit. In 2005, at the maiden edition of and communicator. I do intellectual property. I'm that kind of person Trust in your creator and believe in him good at age sixty and more so thankful to the the African Movie Academy Awards, that must be juggling three or four things at Be diligent in all your doing almighty God for the milestone which appears a Mofe-Damijo won the award for Best corporate communications, the same time to maintain a balance.” Believe in yourself remarkable triumph in his story. Better known as Actor in a Leading Role. Youthful minded, relating with the younger Be studious and dedicated to your studies RMD by many, Richard is a folk hero, greatly Some of the movies he has acted in government relations, generation has always been easy for RMD. Upgrade your game. among your peers and be open to new ideas. admired for his achievements in acting in Africa, include 'Hostages' (1997), 'Scores to Interestingly, he puts it this way: “I think that It's important that you shun these attitudes: Laziness; Gossiping; Envy; particularly in Nigeria. So you can imagine the Settle' (1998), 'Diamond Ring' (1998), public operations and I give you are only as old as you allow yourself. I Jealousy. So that your time can be well spent on things that are productive and outpouring of emotions and love extended to this 'Freedom' (1999), 'When God Says Yes' opinions on legal matters have an incredible team of young people. I impactful, work on yourself today and the sky will be your starting point. great thespian on his diamond jubilee. No doubt, (2003), 'The Intruder' (2003), 'The don't have anybody in their forties that work he has inspired millions of Nigerians with his Mayors' (2004), 'I want Your Wife' when it concerns with me. The oldest is just a bit above 30. That Story for the week talent and creativity. (2004), 'Engagement Night' (2004), way, they look at me in the eye and say, 'Papa "EYE FOR AN EYE" The debonair actor and role model had 'Critical Assignment' (2004), 'The trademarks and this is not right. This is how it works now'. Once upon a time ,there lived a prince.He lost one of his eyes .But now he was brought his many years of experience to bear on Bridesmaid' (2005) 'Darkest Night' With social media, I was very reluctant no longer a prince. He wandered here and there as a noble man. his performance in acting which had inspired (2005), '30 Days in Atlanta' (2014), intellectual property. I'm participant but I also got to see many values in One day he came to an Inn to stay for the night. He hired a room in the inn many to the thespian profession. It is worth 'Oloibiri' (2015), 'Okafor's Law' (2016), it when it is used right. No matter the age, I'm and stayed there in the night. As he liked the place very much he stayed there for days reckoning his contribution to the Nollywood 'Three Wise Men' (2016), 'The Wedding that kind of person that never afraid to start again.” .The daughter of the Inn's owner met him occasionally, she took pity on him and industry. Fans and colleagues also took to their Party' (2016), 'Chief Daddy' (2018), 30 must be juggling three or Having made an impact in so many lives asked how he had lost his eye. The noble man told her that his father was once a king social media pages to celebrate the movie icon Days in Atlanta, 'Seven' (2019) and and hailed by all, RMD has every reason to of a country. and speaking glowingly about the former dozens of others. four things at the same celebrate as he clocked the big 60. The When he was away to his cousin's kingdom,one wicked minister cunningly killed commissioner of Culture and Tourism in Delta Living in the spotlight is often veteran actor explained that he was happy his father and came to the throne . State. This comes a few hours after he opened up regarded as a blessing and a curse, and time to maintain a balance... about his birthday because none of his parents While he was returning back to his country, his men captured him on the way. about his life and marriage in a recent interview. this is something Richard Mofe-Damijo had lived to become 60. According to him, his The Minister ordered to take the left eye. "This was how I lost my one eye "he said in Sharing a photo, where he was dressed in a understands all too well. A rounded mother died at 59 while his father passed on at a low voice. white shirt, the King of the silver screen artiste as solely observed, RMD was a 57/58. Explaining further, RMD said his life The daughter of the inn owner asked him," Why did the minister take your expressed gratitude to God for the new age. He journalist before succumbing to the was just about to start at 60: “There's been a eye?"he said. said: “Finally, It's dawn and it's my birthday. allure of the big stage. Along the way of specter of death around my life, that's what "The minister wanted to take revenge on me. What an incredible journey, this has been. Yet I I've been dealing with last year till this year. It was also a separate story, said the prince. won't tire. Just super grateful and thankful. Life When I turned 59, it was a big deal for me, big He then continued, "in my young age ,I was wandering with bow and arrows. like a Nollywood movie. To God be the glory!” deal for me! My mom died at 59, my father When I was shooting, it had hit the minister's left eye unexpectedly. So he lost his left Few hours to his birthday, the actor had shared died at 57/58. So, it was like, can I break it? eye and he was awaiting a suitable opportunity to avenge the loss. another set of lovely photos. “When people see me and I go on a weight So he captured me when I returned to my kingdom .I begged for mercy and Even after his birthday celebrations, the posts loss, people think that… you know, its health. told him that I didn't blind his eye purposefully. But he didn't listen to my word and continue with so many pictures and reposts and Both my parents were diabetic and blinded my left eye and sent me from the kingdom to the forest.I was wandering in prayers, creating so many beautiful new hypertensive, I don't want to be that. I don't the forest for many days . memories. It was everything he hoped for and want to be diabetic and hypertensive, I want to One day the animal hunters took pity on me and brought me here ,since then I more. be healthier. At least give myself a fighting have been staying here" he finished. Mofe-Damijo was born in Aladja community chance to change that whole cycle. Yes I'm a The inn owner's daughter said ,"your life story touched my heart and this of Udu Kingdom, near Warri, Delta State. He Christian now, so I've broken that yoke but I should not happen to anyone .Then the noble man left the place and went on his way. attended Midwest College, Warri and Anglican have to also help myself. Becoming 60 for me POEM FOR THE WEEK Grammar School and was a member of the is even a bigger deal, so when July comes and Title:-Fly....Fly...Fly.... Drama Club. I become 60. Fly...Fly ....Fly He enrolled into the University of Benin to “You know how the Bible says old things In the meadow is continue his education and studied Theatre Arts. have passed away, I will truly truly become a Flying high In 1997, Mofe-Damijo returned to the university new man because that is when I'll make a In the garden is to study law at the University of Lagos and bucket list. So all these things that you think Flying low graduated in 2004. After graduating from the I've achieved or done, for me it's nothing, like Fly..fly .....fly university, RMD took part in a television soap zero. So I'm going to now sit down when I'm The butterfly. (2ce) opera in the late 80's called Ripples. Before then, 60 and do a bucket list … and then we'll start.” RMD with his wife, Jumobi July 18, 2021 |18 July 18, 2021 |12 News Special Report LG polls: Rights group threatens court action against Ogun APC over substitution of councilorship candidate Lagos based Babatunde contested the Human Rights primaries. AG r o u p , E q u a l The group disclosed that Right Advocates, has at the end of the exercise, vowed to begin a legal O l a l e k a n O l a l e y e b a t t l e w i t h t h e A l l Babatunde polled 11 votes Progressives Congress to defeat his closest rival, (APC) in Ogun State, if it Lekan Osinowo who polled fails to return the name of s e v e n v o t e s , w h i l e one Olalekan Olaleye Ogunfowora Olanrewaju B a b a t u n d e a s t h e had one vote and Oyeti councillorship candidate Oluwafemi had none. for Ward 3, Iperu, Ikenne The group explained Local Government for the further that after the winner local government election of the primaries had been slated for July 24, within announced, the party seven days. leaders and the aspirants The group in a petition appended their names and signed on its behalf by a signatures to the result legal practitioner, Nojeem bearing Olalekan Olaleye Adeoye and dated July 5, Babatunde as the winner of was made available to the primaries and the same newsmen on Wednesday in was sent to the party for Abeokuta, the Ogun state onward transfer to the capital. governor for his comment. The petition which was It revealed further that addressed to the Chairman Babatunde as well as the of APC, Ikenne Local The Chairman, Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission, OGSIEC, Babatunde Osibodu speaking during the party members at Ward 3, sensitization visit to the Palace of Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo Government was also Iperu Remo, were however, copied to the governor of Chairman of CECPC, Gov Mai Mala Buni surprised to find out that the state, Dapo Abiodun, w h e n t h e l i s t o f his deputy, Noimot Salako- councillorship candidates Oyedele, the Secretary to f r o m O g u n S t a t e the State Government, Independent Electoral APC shifts Congress, National Tokunbo Talabi, the Commission (OGSIEC) Speaker of the House of surfaced online, his name Assembly, Olakunle h a d b e e n a l l e g e d l y Oluomo, the Senior Special substituted for Lekan Conventional Timelines Adviser to the Governor on Osinowo who never won All eyes on Ogun as Politics, Tunji Egbetokun INEC/19/021/20 dated the development and fix a days notice to INEC, bearing the primaries. h e r u l i n g A l l and Lekan Osinowo, P r o g r e s s i v e s 10th June 2021 on the new timeline for the in mind that the earlier date The group said that candidate alleged to have Congress(APC) has above subject and wish to congresses and national we released was not though, their client had T sacrosanct.” been used to replace shifted the timeline for inform the Commission convention. written and even made oral conduct of its congresses and t h a t t h e p a r t y h a s C o n f i r m i n g t h e A shift of the timeline for Babatunde. presentation to the governor national convention, The r e s c h e d u l e d i t s d e v e l o p m e n t , A P C the exercise became glaring The rights groups stated as well as the party to correct Nation can authoritatively Congresses and National Caretaker Committee on Wednesday when the that in accordance with the this grave injustice, the party report. Convention to a later date S e c r e t a r y, S e n a t o r National Secretariat was directive of the leadership has decided not to lift a No new date was fixed for w h i c h w i l l b e Akpanudoehede however unable to distribute the of the ruling party in the finger to help address this the two crucial exercises. The communicated to you. said the letter to INEC was nomination forms for state, the APC members in sheer illegality. LG poll inches closer for you at all. Chairmanship will not be by involved in picking the candidates was to ensure initial timetable released by “This serves as a formal not a postponement of the election into various party Ward 3, Iperu on May 18, The right group claimed Akorede Folaranmi offices at the ward, local appointment, it will be by election, everyone that all stakeholders in the party have their inputs the party fixed sale of the notification under the congresses but a fulfillment 2021 held councillorship on who would emerge as party's flag bearers in that the substitution of their he All Progressives Congress (APC) in should continue to work hard", Abiodun had nomination form for Ward provision of Section 85 of of the Electoral Act. government and state levels. primaries for the ward. the local government election. client, Olalekan Olaleye Ogun State is not leaving anything to stated. the Electoral Act (2010) as A c c o r d i n g t o The party also has to The governor advised the party candidates to Congress for 1st to 7th July; It stated further that four Babatunde for Lekan chances as July 24, date of the local From Ijebu East to Abeokuta South, from inauguration of Ward/LGA amended.” Akpanudoehede the letter contend with challenges in T tap from the experience of the Local Government aspirants; Lekan Osinowo, government election is drawing near. The Yewa North to Odeda LGs, APC has membership registration and O s i n o w o w a s Transitional Chairmen, who according to him C o n g r e s s S c r e e n i n g / It was also gathered the to INEC “is to cure the legal Ogunfowora Olanrewaju, party, though ruling, had kick-started its continued to traverse the nooks and crannies, revalidation in some states unconstitutional and run have performed excellently well in the last 20 Screening Appeal Committees party's National Caretaker land mine occasioned by campaigns for the poll across the state. to canvass for votes. Oyeti Oluwafemi and against one of the provisions months. for 10th July 2021; Ward Committee is billed to Section 85 of the Electoral before commencement of Having concluded its primaries for the Determined to walk his talk on ensuring a O l a l e k a n O l a l e y e "I have received good reports from the people meet on Tuesday to discuss Act on the issuance of 21 the congresses. of the ruling party açcording chairmanship and councillorship positions, the free and fair LG poll, Governor Abiodun, Congress for 24th July, Local about their performances. They have carried out to its 2014 constitution as party had shown to all and sundry that it was while meeting with the 20 chairmanship Government Congress for 14th repairs of schools, primary healthcare centres and amended that the party ready for the task ahead. candidates and 236 councillorship August 2021 and the State embarked on electrification projects", Abiodun Apart from the ruling party, the Peoples candidates of the APC recently, warned them Congress for 18th September #EndSARS: Ogun Judicial Panel awards N218m to 42 victims would always respect and noted. Democratic Party (PDP) which is the main not to make empty promises while gun State Judicial protect internal democracy He pointed out that the feats recorded by the 2021. opposition party and the New Nigeria People's campaigning to the people. Panel of Investigation ...submits 289 page report, says 108 petitions received as well as the 2010 Electoral Transitional Chairmen was as a result of his The decision to shift the Party (NNPP), have also demonstrated that At the meeting held at the Presidential on Police Brutality personnel to serve as deterrent various forms of atrocities. Panel members for their selfless Acts as amended. promise to empower the local government congresses and the national O they were ready to vie for power at the Lodge, Abeokuta, the governor admonished and Extra Judicial Killings, has efforts and contributions towards administration to discharge their responsibilities convention of the party has and in the interest of justice. The Panel Chairman further The group has therefore grassroots. the candidates to stand by their promises and recommended award of the successful completion of the in line with the constitutional provision, charging since been conveyed to the Olugbemi further revealed revealed that most of the police threatened that if within Aside pockets of campaign posters and work towards leaving legacies in their N218million to 42 victims or task. them to keep the good work till the end of their that the Panel received a total of officers brought before the Panel billboards, the two parties have adopted social various local government areas. I n d e p e n d e n t N a t i o n a l " I b e l i e v e t h a t t h e seven days the unlawful tenure. families of victims of brutality 106 petitions, out of which 58 were found to be grossly deficient media platforms to sell their candidates to the Explaining that the meeting was held to E l e c t o r a l C o m m i s s i o n implementation of this report will substitution of their client, Abiodun noted that APC in the state has and violation of human rights were treated and the remaining in knowledge and professional voters. officially flag off the LG election campaign, (INEC). end the gory experience often O l a l e k a n O l a l e y e become bigger, saying "this was made possible by the police and other security 48 were either withdrawn, training required for efficiency in Apparently goaded by the declaration of the the governor disclosed that the party went The letter by the party to the encountered by residents of the by our administration's hard, methodical and personnel in the State. rejected or abandoned wholly the Police Force, urging Babatunde was not reversed state governor and the leader of the party, Dapo through tough time in choosing its State", he added. deliberate work as well as participatory and electoral body dated 6th July The Chairman of the Panel, or half-way by the petitioners. government to put machinery in and allowed to be the APC Abiodun, that he would not involve in skewing representatives for the polls. Abiodun noted that "it is inclusive posture which attracted others to our 2021 was jointly signed by the Justice Solomon Olugbemi, He noted that the 289 page place to address the situation. councilorship candidate for the LG poll in favour of his party, candidates of He added that special precaution was important for all of us as a people party. Chairman of CECPC, Gov w h o a n n o u n c e d t h e report captured the testimonies Receiving the report, the APC, had hit the ground running. taken to ensure rancour-free primaries so as and security agencies to ensure Ward 3, Iperu in the "I can tell you that all members of our House of Mai Mala Buni and Secretary, recommendation while and evidences of gory details of Governor Dapo Abiodun, on The governor, at a political function, held at not to tear the party apart. and foster a continued and f o r t h c o m i n g l o c a l Assembly are in our party. Almost all the past S e n a t o r J o h n J a m e s submitting the report of the torture, unjustifiable shootings, F r i d a y , s a i d " t h e Ori Omi, Sokori, Abeokuta North Local "Do not make promises you can not fulfill. mutually beneficial relationship". government elections, it governors, deputy governors in the State are with Panel to Governor Dapo inhumane treatment and other recommendations of the Panel Government, promised the people of Ogun that Be characterised as that administration, that Akpanudoehede. He, however, appreciated the us. This is not by accident. It is the result of Abiodun, added that the panel forms of human rights abuses would be implemented towards would be left with no other the local government election will be free and chairmen and councillors who fulfil their The letter with reference youths, security agencies, media, inclusiveness that made people from other parties e q u a l l y m a d e leading to brain damage, spinal having a peaceful society that will choice than to challenge this fair. He specifically declared that the council promises. n u m b e r A P C / N H D Q / to join us", he said. recommendations for the cord injuries, permanent e n g e n d e r m o r e r o b u s t religious and community leaders, alleged broad daylight chairmen and councillors would not be "Our people do not ask for too much. What INEC/19/021/39 reads: “We While urging the party flag bearers to key into investigation, discipline and disability, death, loss of means relationship between the people market men and women, and "appointed", but "elected" under his watch. they ask for is, when you make a promise, robbery in a competent the vision and programmes of the state refer to our letter reference w h e r e a p p r o p r i a t e , of livelihood, unlawful seizure and security agencies". other stakeholders, for their "Very soon, the timetable for the election make sure you fulfill it", Abiodun stated. court of jurisdiction. government and be ready to reach out to those n u m b e r A P C / N H D Q / prosecution of certain of personal properties and The governor appreciated the contributions to the development will be released; we will not appoint chairmen He disclosed that his decision not to be Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele of the state. Ogun Deputy Governor July 18, 2021 |19 July 18, 2021 |13 News Special Report Buhari to military: Crush bandits now r e s i d e n t He also avers that the M u h a m m a d u nation, its military and the PBuhari, at the entire population needs to weekend, condemned summon the courage repeated bandit killings in required to defeat the Zamfara and Kaduna bandits and terrorists. states, urging the nation's P r e s i d e n t B u h a r i military to respond to the c o n d e m n s s o m e worrying situation in a p o l i t i c i a n s m a k i n g language that the bandits utterances on security, understand. merely seeking applause, The President notes that advising them to join the the military and other ongoing genuine efforts security agencies are now aimed at finding lasting working on new methods solutions to the challenges and policies that are confronting the nation. yielding good results in H e e x p r e s s e s t h e many of the troubled parts nation's sorrow over the of the country and calls for loss of lives, urging a crushing response to the security agencies to do killing of innocent everything possible to OGSIEC Chairman, Babatunde Osibodu presenting a plaque to the representative of Osibodu at the Palace of Olota of Ota, Oba Abdulkabir Adeyemi Obalanlege on a citizens in the rural prevent the recurrence of Awujale of Ijebuland, the Dagburewe of Idowa, Oba Yinusa Adekoya, during the state courtesy visit attacks with impunity. electoral body’s visit to Ijebu Traditional Council communities. From L-R, The Honoree Mr. Olurotimi Ansel Sotubo Permanent Secretary Bureau of Political Affairs to carry out the task. who contested with them, Abiodun advised that the elections "That your coming coincided with the meeting of & Administration, Ogun State Head of Service Alhaja Selimot Ottun, the Akarigbo & Paramount race should not be a winner takes all affair. ...Visits Olota, Awujale, Alake all the Kabiyesi in the Ogun East Senatorial District Ruler of Remoland HRM Oba Babatunde Ajayi and wife of the Honoree Iyalaje Abosede Sotubo Ogun partners NIHORT to train "Work with them as they remain a vital part to your eady to conduct a free and fair LG poll, is a huge blessing. I urge you to be firm, fair, victory", he said. the state electoral body has solicited transparent in the discharge of this very sensitive farmers on vegetable production The governor described his administration's Rsupport of traditional rulers towards task. People from this place and the entire Ogun achievements in the last two years as unprecedented, helping in the mobilisation of their subjects, to State are watching you, so, maintain your integrity", to meet local, export demands saying "governance in the state has been redefined carry out their civic duties. the monarch said. by fulfilling promises and ensuring that no section of OGSIEC in this regards, visited the Olota of Speaking earlier, OGSIEC boss, Osibodu, said FG inaugurates committee to g u n S t a t e who could not benefit the state has development to the detriment of while receiving members Ota and the Chairman of the Awori Oba Forum, "Local Government is the closest to the people and A g r i c u l t u r a l from the training directly" others". as we prepare to elect local government chairmen “ Oba Abdul Kabir Adeyemi Obalanlege. D e v e l o p m e n t he said In his remarks, the Chairman of the Party, Yemi of the Commission in his and councillors, we thought it needful to O Speaking at the Palace of Olota, the OGSIEC Programme (OGADEP) Earlier, the Executive Sanusi, while congratulating the chairmanship Chairman, Babatunde Osibodu, noted that the respectfully ask you to use your influence to ask Palace at Ake, Abeokuta, h a s p a r t n e r e d w i t h Director, NIHORT, Dr. candidates, noted that the meeting was to interface visit was also inevitable in order to receive your subjects to come out and vote. Though we have end Kaduna Govt, NLC dispute National Horticultural with all the candidates and fashion out winning ways royal blessings as the local council poll was been exploring the media for sensitization, we A b a y o m i O l a n i y a n , in the coming local government election. Oba Gbadebo, in company of drawing nearer. believe that your influence will help to further he Federal Government Ngige, who acknowledged the qualifications that must be R e s e a r c h I n s t i t u t e r e p r e s e n t e d b y t h e Speaking on behalf of the Chairmen of the Local "We are here today because, as a convince our people to come out and vote". has inaugurated a 10- that the issues in contention noted in this principle of last (NIHORT), Ibadan, to Director of Research in the other Royal Fathers in the bordered essentially on trade Government Transitional Committee, Semiu Lawal, Commission, we recognise the importance and He appreciated the traditional rulers for the warm Tman committee to in, first out. It is not absolute. train young farmers on Institute, Dr. Olagorite thanked the governor for the opportunity given them role of the traditional institution in getting reception, prayers offered the Commission and the resolve the dispute between disputes, gave the committee It has exceptions and tomato, okro and pumpkin to serve the people, while submitting that the Ogun Central Senatorial entire Electoral Officers for all the local government Kaduna State Government and 21 days to submit its report. Adetula, enumerated the across to the people at the grassroots. We want qualifications,'' he said. otherwise known as ugwu values that would be Committees had executed more than 200 projects in District, noted that the you to please help us sensitise the people areas in Ogun East Senatorial District. Nigerian Labour Congress He urged the committee to Ngige added that an the last 20 months. At the Palace of the Alake and Paramount Ruler (NLC) and ensure industrial resolve the issues holistically on vegetable cultivation added to the training against electoral violence before, during and employer had the right to to meet local and export He expressed the readiness of the transition task before the after the election because people respect and of Egba Land, Oba (Dr.) Aremu Adedotun Gbadebo, harmony in the state. and be guided by the 1999 reduce staff strength of his including processing, committee chairmen to work with the party's listen to you more. On our part, we are on behalf of other Royal Fathers in Egbaland, A statement issued by a Constitution (as amended) as organisation but he is bound demands. storage, utilisation, candidates to ensure victory at the LG polls. Commission was a worthy determined to ensure free, fair, credible and declared support for the Ogun State Independent Deputy Director in the ministry, well as the country's labour b y l a w t o n e g o t i a t e Dr. Adeola Odedina, economic of production transparent elections", Osibodu said. Electoral Commission (OGSIEC) in its drive to Mr Charles Akpan, at the laws. redundancy payment with any C o m m i s s i o n e r f o r and marketing as well as one, urging the Royal achieve free, fair, credible and violence-free 2021 N g i g e n o t e d t h a t Deputy Governor appointed head of Osibodu, accompanied by Commissioners weekend in Abuja, said that the discharged worker. Agriculture, disclosed this record keeping. and other top management staff of the Local Government elections, holding on Saturday, committee was inaugurated by downsizing or rightsizing of He asserted that there was at a two-day training APC Local Government Elections Fathers to sensitise their July 24 2021. Olaniyan disclosed that Commission, said OGSIEC was in synergy Minister of Labour and workforce in any organisation, nothing wrong in Kaduna workshop for youths and Speaking while receiving members of the government or private sector, Nigeria produces 2.3 Committee with other stakeholders to discourage voters Employment, Senator Chris State government stopping the w o m e n f a r m e r s o n o ensure that a landslide victory for the APC subjects on the need to apathy, adding the election will be conducted Commission in his Palace at Ake, Abeokuta, Oba Ngige. was a redundancy issue, which million metric tonnes of expenditure of 96 per cent of vegetable cultivation and at LG poll, the party appointed the Ogun State according to the constitution, laws and the Gbadebo, in company of other Royal Fathers in the The committee was headed must be subjected to the the its earnings on personnel vegetables per year with a participate in the exercise, Ogun Central Senatorial District, noted that the Senator Chris Ngige Deputy Governor, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, dictates of good conscience. by the Permanent Secretary of principles spelt out in the cost in order to save enough value chain held in 700,000 deficit in demand T Minister of Labour and Employment task before the Commission was a worthy one, head of the State Campaign Committee constituted Responding, the Olota assured OGSIEC of the ministry, Dr Peter-Yemira Trade Disputes Act, Laws of for capital projects, adding, Abeokuta, the state for the product saying that while they maintain urging the Royal Fathers to sensitise their subjects by the party. the Royal Fathers' support, advising it to Tarfa. Ngige named Secretary the Federation, 2004, Cap L1. however, that it must be done capital. on the need to participate in the exercise, while amongst others of Northern the worship came at the According to a statement signed by the APC neutrality to all maintain its integrity and continue to educate to Kaduna State Government “The law says in Section within the ambit of the law. Odedina who was right time to educate the Publicity Secretary in Ogun State,Tunde and enlighten the people using the traditional they maintain neutrality to all participating (SSG), Balarabe Lawal and 20(A) that: “in the event of Nigeria extraction. political parties. According to him, schedule “So, I appeal to you to r e p r e s e n t e d b y t h e farmers on how to increase Oladunjoye, on Friday, "the State Campaign participating political and new media. Deputy National President, redundancy, every employer two of the 1999 Constitution Permanent Ministry of Committee (SCC) is charged with overall Also speaking, the Alagbado of Agbado He called on the electorate to eschew violence, NLC, Najim Hashim as Co- shall inform the trade unions approach this assignment with production, processing in embrace peace, not only during the elections but clearly states issues that are conciliation at the back of your Agriculture, Dr. Dotun coordination of the APC Local Government parties. Land, Oba Adedayo Shyllon, appreciated chairmen of the committee and or representatives of workers contained in item 34 of that value chain, so as to meet OGSIEC for according them honour, calling after, charging them to utilize their voting power mind so that we don't have a Sorunke, said that the Elections Campaign and is to liaise with respective Director, Trade Union Services concerned of the reasons for or schedule which are beyond the local and international for level playing field for all participating properly by not voting for people of questionable repeat of what happened in May. training was in line with Local Government Campaign Committees". and Industrial Relations, the extent of their anticipated powers of state governments demands. political parties. character, noting "there is no alternative to “I use this opportunity to The statement added that, the terms of reference ministry of labour and redundancy. to act upon. Governor Dapo Abiodun S p e a k i n g , t h e The team later visited the Ado-Odo/Ota democracy even though the system of government appeal to you, as the minister of for the high-powered committee include “overall employment, Mrs O. U. Akpan, “Section 20(B) also says He said that they included led administrative agenda Chairman, NIHORT coordination of the APC Local Government Local Government Secretariat, where the has its own ups and downs, it still remains the labour, father of labour unions Commissioner, Information and Strategy; Biyi as Secretary. that the principles of 'last-in, matters relating to labour to ensure food security and Elections Campaign activities, including but not Transition Committee Chairman, Alh.Lawal widely accepted". and friend of Kaduna State, that Governing Board, Major Adeleye, Special Adviser, Political; Babatunde He urged members of the first-out' shall be adopted in unions, industrial disputes, create more jobs in limited to drawing up a State-wide Campaign Adewale pledged the support of the Council to In his remarks, the Chairman of OGSIEC said we should tread the path of General Mohammed Olaotan; Funmi Efuwape, Commissioner for committee to meet the the discharge of the category arbitration and conciliation as Timetable and itinerary and liaison with respective Women Affairs and Social Development and the Electoral Officer and other ad-hoc staff that the need to involve traditional institution in the peace. With peace, we can make agriculture. Garba (Rtd), said the expectations of President of workers affected, subject to well as the National Minimum Local Governments' Campaign Committees." Tunde Oladunjoye, Publicity Secretary, APC. would be posted to the Local Government. process of the local government elections cannot progress, both as government He said that the training t r a i n i n g b e c a m e be over-emphasised, as the people see Royal M u h a m m a d u B u h a r i i n all factors of relative merit Wage, all exclusive to the The terms of reference also include the Others are Yetunde Adesanya, Adijat In a similar sensitisation visit, the Ijebu ensuring that industrial peace including skill, ability and any and as labour union,” he said. would avail the trainees imperative owing to the Traditional Council pledged its support for the Fathers as "Authority" that will not lead them purview of the federal "identification of projects to be commissioned by the Adeleye , Deji Kalejaye, Ifekayode Akinbode, returned to the state. reliability.” Also speaking, Kaduna State t h e o p p o r t u n i t y o f economic and nutritional Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission astray. government. Governor during the campaign across the twenty Remmy Hassan, Atinuke Bello, Kola Salako, The minister recalled that the “So, in applying this, we SSG assured of the state knowing the theoretical (OGSIEC), to achieve peaceful conduct at the “We consider this visit necessary because the Meanwhile, the minister values of the vegetables (20) LGAs; determination of required campaign Taiwo Oludotun, Tolu Bankonle, Femi federal government had must subject it to the relativity government's commitment to and practical aspect of resources and materials and support to the Local forthcoming Local Government elections in people believe in our Royal Fathers, they do not informed the committee of the especially ugwu, capable Akinwunmi, Azeez Adeyemi, Olamide Lawal, apprehended the strike initiated of merit, skill, ability and restoration of industrial boosting tomato, Okro Government Campaign Committees and the State. only listen, they carry out what they have been expectations of the president of aiding economic growth Koye Ijaduoye, Hadi Sani Special Assistant by NLC in the state in May, with reliability. If somebody has a h a r m o n y, a d d i n g t h a t Candidates; preparation of campaign budget and The Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebu asked to do because they know you will not lead on the speedy return of and ugwu vegetables through its value chain (Inter ethnic - Hausa), Monday Chukwudi, parties signing a Memorandum forged certificate, he should be government was not at war with solicitation for funds; and any other issue that may be Land, Oba (Dr.) Sikuru Adetona, made this them astray and you will not do something that will industrial harmony in the production, and reduce Special Assistant (Inter ethnic - Igbo), Dr. of Understanding (MoU) to asked to go because he didn't labour. He, however, urged the required for successful campaign. Emmanuel Taiwo, Nike Osoba, Oyindamola pledge while receiving members of the be contrary to their interest. They know that you are state, more so at a time the wastage to sustain food restore peace. merit the job in the first In his remarks, NLC participants to deploy the "The SCC includes some members of APC State Adeshina- Oyelese, Femi Ilori, Goke Awoso, Commission, who were on a courtesy visit to the Father of all, everybody, regardless of their state was facing the challenges security. He said that the intervening instance. President, Mr Ayuba Wabba, knowledge imparted on Working Committee (SWC), members of the House Kunle Sobukonla, Adewunmi Onanuga, Kolapo his Palace in Ijebu-Ode, lauding OGSIEC for political leanings listen to you, that is why we have of armed banditry. said that labour was committed "This training will avail come to you to assist us to caution people with bad circumstances had made the “If you go to a nursing home them to productive use, in of Representatives, some members of Ogun State K Osisanyo , Ibrahim Isiaka, Jimoh recognising the roles of the traditional “Mr President has asked me to resolution of the impasse in intentions. We equally count on your Royal reconstitution of the committee and find somebody working in these young farmers the order to achieve food House of Assembly, Special Advisers and Special Ojugbele, Jimoh Olaifa, Adeyemi Harrison, institution in the election process. to inform you of his the state. blessings to succeed", Osibodu submitted. inevitable. the ward with a Bachelor's theoretical aspects of Assistants to Governor Dapo Abiodun". Bolu Owotomo, Daisi Elemide, Demola Represented by the Dagburewe of Idowa, expectation that peace returns “I pray that it will be the last security, self-reliance in As the people of the state are set to elect their According to him, the degree in History, he stands primary production, value Other members of the SCC as contained in the Balogun and Adeshina Popoola. Oba Yinusa Oladele, the Awujale noted that the to Kaduna, which has been his dispute between labour and agriculture, as well as statement are Yemi Adelani, O r g a n i s i n g visit coincided with the meeting of all the Ogun council chairmen and ward councillors, all eyes will committee is expected to disqualified because he state of residence and home to addition services, as well e x p l o i t i n g t h e doesn't have the skill in the Kaduna State government. This Secretary, APC; Afolabi Afuape, Commissioner, East Traditional Council, which he said was a be Ogun on July 24, especially with the pledge of resolve all the issues in dispute many retired generals, as hands on practical, opportunities inherent in Credible poll: OGSIEC seeks credible LG poll by both the ruling party and between the state government first place. is a labour matter that can be Local Govt and Chieftaincy Affairs; Tunji Akinosi, sign of good omen, praying God to protect and permanent secretaries and resolved and should be which they would in turn the horticulture value- traditional rulers' support for LG bequeath members of the Commission wisdom election umpire, OGSIEC. and NLC. “He has to go. So, these are Commissioner for Forestry, Waheed Odusile, seasoned administrators, resolved,” he said. cascade to other farmers chain. July 18, 2021 |11 July 18, 2021 |14 Showbiz Event-In-Pix RMD, King

of the Silver ope your previous week was fun all through. I also welcome you to the seventh month, a month of greatness and discovery. So for this week ,we will Hlook at the word 'Envy' Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, with some members of his cabinet Envy is evil. It is a bad behaviour, that finds displeasure in the success of others. during the inspection of Oba Erinwole road in Sagamu...recently An envious student is not happy when his mate is succeeding. He will rather wish to be in the same successful position as the achiever . Envy has jealous as its supporter in the process of arousing unhappiness because of Ogun youth ambassador, Olamilekan Agbelesebioba (a.k.a. Laycon) the person who has done well in life. Screen at 60 during his visit to the Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Tokunbo Talabi Both work in harmony on their victim to make him desire that others should achieve less than him. When an envious youth sees that somebody scores higher mark life, RMD has been an actor, politician, writer, than him,he becomes unhappy. An envious student cannot congratulate his mate who lawyer and poet, but he likes to keep it simple has cleared his result or scored higher in class. If he does,feeling of displeasure are by insisting that he likes to be known as an hidden in his heart. actor, for it was the study of Theatre Arts at the Envy will not allow children of the same parents to appreciate what their brother University of Benin, going against the or sister has as an advantage over them.It is a dangerous evil that makes people to expectations of his parents as the only male fight for position, privileges and posts. Envy is a terrible destroyer of cordial child in a family of 17, that opened the relationship among youngsters. opportunities for his other roles. Like the holy book says(holy bible),"charity envieth not ".Youths with genuine The ever-green actor once said: “I'm an love for one another cannot be envious. Richard Mofe-Damijo actor because that's what everybody knows You have to believe that you are unique, specially created by God ,to possess I'm an actor because that's me as. I'm a qualified lawyer and certain qualities that others do not have.God is not a partial God .He made you eteran actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo he had a stint with Concord Newspapers c o m m u n i c a t o r . I d o c o r p o r a t e complete to be an achiever . and Metro Magazine as a reporter. Out of what everybody knows me When others succeed in their life endeavours, rejoice with them because that is turned sixty recently. It was heralded by “ communications, government relations, a spectacle of posts which brought to the Bounds (1997) was the first film for public operations and I give opinions on legal their time. Your time for success is imminent. V which he received a writer/producer as. I'm a qualified lawyer fore his very well known status. matters when it concerns trademarks and It will come when you do the following To be frank, Richard Mofe-Damijo sure looks credit. In 2005, at the maiden edition of and communicator. I do intellectual property. I'm that kind of person Trust in your creator and believe in him good at age sixty and more so thankful to the the African Movie Academy Awards, that must be juggling three or four things at Be diligent in all your doing almighty God for the milestone which appears a Mofe-Damijo won the award for Best corporate communications, the same time to maintain a balance.” Believe in yourself remarkable triumph in his story. Better known as Actor in a Leading Role. Youthful minded, relating with the younger Be studious and dedicated to your studies RMD by many, Richard is a folk hero, greatly Some of the movies he has acted in government relations, generation has always been easy for RMD. Upgrade your game. among your peers and be open to new ideas. admired for his achievements in acting in Africa, include 'Hostages' (1997), 'Scores to Interestingly, he puts it this way: “I think that It's important that you shun these attitudes: Laziness; Gossiping; Envy; particularly in Nigeria. So you can imagine the Settle' (1998), 'Diamond Ring' (1998), public operations and I give you are only as old as you allow yourself. I Jealousy. So that your time can be well spent on things that are productive and outpouring of emotions and love extended to this 'Freedom' (1999), 'When God Says Yes' opinions on legal matters have an incredible team of young people. I impactful, work on yourself today and the sky will be your starting point. great thespian on his diamond jubilee. No doubt, (2003), 'The Intruder' (2003), 'The don't have anybody in their forties that work he has inspired millions of Nigerians with his Mayors' (2004), 'I want Your Wife' when it concerns with me. The oldest is just a bit above 30. That Story for the week talent and creativity. (2004), 'Engagement Night' (2004), way, they look at me in the eye and say, 'Papa "EYE FOR AN EYE" The debonair actor and role model had 'Critical Assignment' (2004), 'The trademarks and this is not right. This is how it works now'. Once upon a time ,there lived a prince.He lost one of his eyes .But now he was brought his many years of experience to bear on Bridesmaid' (2005) 'Darkest Night' With social media, I was very reluctant no longer a prince. He wandered here and there as a noble man. his performance in acting which had inspired (2005), '30 Days in Atlanta' (2014), intellectual property. I'm participant but I also got to see many values in One day he came to an Inn to stay for the night. He hired a room in the inn many to the thespian profession. It is worth 'Oloibiri' (2015), 'Okafor's Law' (2016), it when it is used right. No matter the age, I'm and stayed there in the night. As he liked the place very much he stayed there for days reckoning his contribution to the Nollywood 'Three Wise Men' (2016), 'The Wedding that kind of person that never afraid to start again.” .The daughter of the Inn's owner met him occasionally, she took pity on him and industry. Fans and colleagues also took to their Party' (2016), 'Chief Daddy' (2018), 30 must be juggling three or Having made an impact in so many lives asked how he had lost his eye. The noble man told her that his father was once a king social media pages to celebrate the movie icon Days in Atlanta, 'Seven' (2019) and and hailed by all, RMD has every reason to of a country. and speaking glowingly about the former dozens of others. four things at the same celebrate as he clocked the big 60. The When he was away to his cousin's kingdom,one wicked minister cunningly killed commissioner of Culture and Tourism in Delta Living in the spotlight is often veteran actor explained that he was happy his father and came to the throne . State. This comes a few hours after he opened up regarded as a blessing and a curse, and time to maintain a balance... about his birthday because none of his parents While he was returning back to his country, his men captured him on the way. about his life and marriage in a recent interview. this is something Richard Mofe-Damijo had lived to become 60. According to him, his The Minister ordered to take the left eye. "This was how I lost my one eye "he said in Sharing a photo, where he was dressed in a understands all too well. A rounded mother died at 59 while his father passed on at a low voice. white shirt, the King of the silver screen artiste as solely observed, RMD was a 57/58. Explaining further, RMD said his life The daughter of the inn owner asked him," Why did the minister take your expressed gratitude to God for the new age. He journalist before succumbing to the was just about to start at 60: “There's been a eye?"he said. said: “Finally, It's dawn and it's my birthday. allure of the big stage. Along the way of specter of death around my life, that's what "The minister wanted to take revenge on me. What an incredible journey, this has been. Yet I I've been dealing with last year till this year. It was also a separate story, said the prince. won't tire. Just super grateful and thankful. Life When I turned 59, it was a big deal for me, big He then continued, "in my young age ,I was wandering with bow and arrows. like a Nollywood movie. To God be the glory!” deal for me! My mom died at 59, my father When I was shooting, it had hit the minister's left eye unexpectedly. So he lost his left Few hours to his birthday, the actor had shared died at 57/58. So, it was like, can I break it? eye and he was awaiting a suitable opportunity to avenge the loss. another set of lovely photos. “When people see me and I go on a weight So he captured me when I returned to my kingdom .I begged for mercy and Even after his birthday celebrations, the posts loss, people think that… you know, its health. told him that I didn't blind his eye purposefully. But he didn't listen to my word and continue with so many pictures and reposts and Both my parents were diabetic and blinded my left eye and sent me from the kingdom to the forest.I was wandering in prayers, creating so many beautiful new hypertensive, I don't want to be that. I don't the forest for many days . memories. It was everything he hoped for and want to be diabetic and hypertensive, I want to One day the animal hunters took pity on me and brought me here ,since then I more. be healthier. At least give myself a fighting have been staying here" he finished. Mofe-Damijo was born in Aladja community chance to change that whole cycle. Yes I'm a The inn owner's daughter said ,"your life story touched my heart and this of Udu Kingdom, near Warri, Delta State. He Christian now, so I've broken that yoke but I should not happen to anyone .Then the noble man left the place and went on his way. attended Midwest College, Warri and Anglican have to also help myself. Becoming 60 for me POEM FOR THE WEEK Grammar School and was a member of the is even a bigger deal, so when July comes and Title:-Fly....Fly...Fly.... Drama Club. I become 60. Fly...Fly ....Fly He enrolled into the University of Benin to “You know how the Bible says old things In the meadow is continue his education and studied Theatre Arts. have passed away, I will truly truly become a Flying high In 1997, Mofe-Damijo returned to the university new man because that is when I'll make a In the garden is to study law at the University of Lagos and bucket list. So all these things that you think Flying low graduated in 2004. After graduating from the I've achieved or done, for me it's nothing, like Fly..fly .....fly university, RMD took part in a television soap zero. So I'm going to now sit down when I'm The butterfly. (2ce) opera in the late 80's called Ripples. Before then, 60 and do a bucket list … and then we'll start.” RMD with his wife, Jumobi July 18, 2021 |15 July 18, 2021 |3 Politics News Odogbolu APC leaders Ripples in Zamfara over Gov Matawalle's defection unite for LG election ...raise over ?10million at stakeholders meeting Kunle Abdul-Azeez moving into the APC, arguing that the apex court awarded the electoral victory in 2019 to the PDP he leaders of All Ogunbanwo, who is the he gale of defection sweeping through and not just its candidates. State Commissioner for Nigeria's political landscape is Progressive Congress "Remember how the Supreme Court brought (APC) in Odogbolu Special Duties emphasized gradually redrawing the power us to power. That's why I am thankful to God and T T came together last Thursday the Governor's admonition equation in Zamfara State. In the ensuing chose to remain in the PDP," the deputy governor realignment of forces, the state Governor, Dr at the Local Government to all the candidates to told BBC Hausa Service in a recent interview. He Secretariat to discuss the engage in an all-inclusive Bello Matawalle, and his deputy, Barrister claimed he was never consulted about the plan to Mahdi Aliyu, are also headed for a showdown. process and mode of the campaign and for them to defect. campaigns for the coming engage and involve all those The impending clash, in the estimation of He said, "I heard everything as a rumour until Local Government election that contested against them analysts, may heat up the state's polity and by 6:00 pm on 29th June he (Matawalle) slated for July 24th. in the primary election in certainly shape the journey towards 2023 announced his defection to the ruling APC. Since their Campaign teams. elections in the North West state. my father brought the party we never for once left At the meeting which was When it was time for Matawalle, who until recently belonged to the party. They met us in the PDP and they will attended by nearly all the the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), formally leave us there." political leaders in the LG, donations coordinated by defected to the ruling All Progressives Aliyu also said he will continue as the deputy with those unable to attend in Otunba Osinubi WESCO, Congress (APC) on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. governor of the state to serve the four years p e r s o n s e n d i n g about ? 10million was The historic event held at the Gusau Trade Fair constitutional mandate given to him. Asked if he representatives, the members contributed to ensure the Complex in the Zamfara State capital was was not concerned about being impeached, the of the various committees success of the party in the attended by APC governors, ministers and the deputy governor said, "That is a big work." saddled with the task of election. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, He added: "I have a good working relationship Former Head of State, Abdulsalami campaigning for the coming The Party Chairman, Boss Mustapha. with the governor, he sends me on important election were announced by Chief Ganiyu Odunlami- As the governor switched political platform, assignments, including PDP governors meetings. the Director-General of the DOUBLE CHIEF thanked some federal lawmakers from the state who "It's not a new thing in Nigeria politics for Campaign Organization, t h e l e a d e r s f o r t h e were hitherto members of the PDP also moved governor and his deputy to belong to different Hon. Obafemi Onakoya, who overwhelming moral and with him to the APC. However, the state's Insecurity has set education in north political parties and complete their constitutional is the current LG Caretaker financial support given to the Deputy Governor decided to remain in the mandate together and I hope this too shall come Chairman . candidates assuring that the PDP. Also, a member representing Talata to pass in Zamfara." The Chairman of the coast was clear for the Mafara/Anka in the State House of Assembly, At the weekend, PDP supporters came out in C e n t r a l C a m p a i g n victory of the party in the Kabiru Yahaya, refused to dump the opposition backward by 20 years –Abdulsalami large numbers to welcome the deputy governor Committee, Barr. Femi coming election. party for the ruling party. who travelled out of the state before his But beyond the tussle brewing within his principal's defection on June 29. Armed with ormer military Head Democracy and Human He said; “Insecurity has the poor economic situation own administration, the Governor has also placards bearing different inscriptions, the PDP of State, General Rights led by its state taken education in the north in the country on the effect of been pitted against some powerful forces in the supporters blocked the Tsafe-Funtua road to A b d u l s a l a m i c h a i r m a n , C o m r a d e back 20 years. We are facing the COVID-19. He added; Olokemeji: Gov. Abiodun state led by the immediate past governor, F celebrate Aliyu. Abubakar (rtd) has said that Abdullahi Jabi at his Minna serious insecurity some “COVID-19 became a Gov Matawalle Abdulaziz Yari, and Senator Kabiru Marafa. Those who accompanied the deputy governor insecurity has set education uphill residence in Niger heartless people keep stumbling block to the world; Already, the duo had rejected the declaration included his father, General Aliyu Gusau, and COVID-19 brought setback sues for peace that Matawalle is now the leader of APC in the the party. Buni, who disclosed that the leadership in the northern part of the State. kidnapping our children. PDP caretaker committee members. country backward by 20 A c c o r d i n g t o forgetting that they too have to all our programmes.” o v e r n o r D a p o Fulani and indigenes state and vowed not to surrender to the of APC from the ward to the state level had been Addressing the party faithful at his residence, Governor's leadership. dissolved, said based on the provisions of the APC, years. A b d u l s a l a m i , m a n y children He also recalled how he Abiodun of Ogun cohabiting peaceful for the deputy governor enjoined them to remain was locked outside the Matawalle's long walk to APC has been Matawalle was now the leader of APC in Zamfara calm. He pointed out that the defection of The former Head of State children of school age can “Will they be happy if GState has warned decades. Those criminal enmeshed in hide-and-seek. Of course, the State. Matawalle would not affect the chances of the said this while receiving no longer go to school while their children are kidnapped country for over nine that the state government elements misleading governor is a major beneficiary of the He said, "As from today, Governor Bello party in future elections. He maintained that as officials of the Niger State those in schools are being and traumatised?” months, resulting in most of will not condone any act of others through unfounded misfortune that befell the Zamfara APC in the Matawalle is the leader of the APC in Zamfara With Matawalle's the highest political office holder in the party, he chapter of the Campaign for kidnapped. Abdulsalami also blamed his plans facing setbacks. lawlessness exhibited by rumour and speculations 2019 general elections. Therefore, he was State. had become the leader of the party in the state. that fuel this kind of crisis "I also want to bring to your notice that as from individuals or group of never expected, morally, to leave his original defection, the APC now has Aliyu assured that he would do everything persons to cause disunity in will not succeed in sowing party that brought him to power. But this is today, the APC Caretaker committees of Zamfara “ possible to reposition the PDP in the state, even as the state. seed of discord or inciting politics where only interests are primary and State from the ward to the state level have been 22 governors while the he solicited the cooperation of members of the other considerations are secondary. dissolved." Ogun residents to enjoy uninterrupted He gave the warning as he people against each other. party. We will deal with fake After months of speculation and snubbing On his part, the Niger State Governor, Abubakar PDP has 13 governors. The Expectedly, the PDP did not take Matawalle's condoled with victims of the meetings of PDP Governors Forum while Sani Bello, observed that Matawalle's defection defection lightly. The opposition party had Olokemji skirmishes where n e w s a n d r u m o u r will strengthen ties between Niger and Zamfara, All Progressives Grand instead hosting APC governors at the initially persuaded the governor against leaving supply of pipe borne water –Abiodun indigenes and Fulani mongers,” he said. Government House in Gusau, Matawalle especially in the area of security. The two states, the fold. However, the party's lobbying failed. herdsmen had a clash that The statement added eventually came out of his shell and made his which share border, have been battling with Alliance (APGA) has an that: “We are already After losing Matawalle to the ruling party, the esidents of Ogun I j e b u - O d e h a d b e e n embedded in the contract Government Area of the state led to loss of lives and decision public. insecurity caused by the activities of bandits, PDP has resolved to take the legal route in engaging all stakeholders incumbent governor in State, particularly scheduled for post May 29, clauses that will ensure that the of his administration's p r o p e r t i e s o v e r t h e Prior to his defection, the Governor on June kidnappers and cattle rustlers in recent time. seeking redress. The party has threatened to In a statement issued shortly after his Abeokuta, the state 2021. So, you will begin to water pipes were repaired. determination to complete the weekend in Odeda Local and this will continue. 12, 2021 dissolved the State Executive Council Anambra State. challenge the governor's defection in court, R Everybody must be made "So, we have revisited that road in the areas, which was Government Area of the apparently to ease out those reluctant to follow colleague's entry into APC, Bello expressed insisting that its mandate was taken to another capital, will soon begin to see all our initiatives in this him to his new haven and pave the way for optimism that the two states will now collaborate enjoy uninterrupted supply of direction. now, our contracts now have started but abandoned by his State. to realise that they cannot party. take laws into their hands. fresh hands to be recruited into the cabinet. to fight banditry and kidnapping to a standstill. "No law allows him to cross over to any other pipe borne water. "We are looking at the clauses in them where any predecessor. A statement issued by the On May 24, 2019, Matawalle was declared According to him, Matawalle's decision to join the party with the governorship mandate statutorily The State governor, Dapo distribution, reticulation and utility that is damaged by the According to him, the link Governor's Chief Press We are speaking with governor after the Supreme Court disqualified ruling party "is a testimony that APC is waxing given to the PDP through the ballot box, as Abiodun, who gave the in no time, I'm sure that the contractor will be repaired by road to a neighbouring state is Secretary, Kunle Somorin Miyetti Allah Cattle all the Zamfara APC candidates in the general stronger and will coast to victory in the next that contractor, so that we don't of utmost priority to his a meeting for proper consultations but all of a already established by the provision of the 1999 assurance on Tuesday, shortly good people of Abeokuta and described the incident as breeders and the Sarkin of election of that year over the failure of the party general election." have this type of situation sudden, announcement was made that the party Constitution (as amended) and the standing after he inspected the the people of the state will government. unfortunate, and warned t h e H a u s a / F u l a n i to conduct valid primaries. The apex court Since Matawalle's defection, reactions have repeating itself." he said. executives had been dissolved and someone was judgment of the Supreme Court," PDP Arakanga Old Water Works, begin to enjoy water supply "On my way coming here, I that investigation would be community and our ordered the Independent National Electoral continued to trail the development. While the named as leader of our party. This is incorrect,” he spokesman, Kola Ologbondiyan, had earlier said. A b e o k u t a , s a i d t h e that is clean, adequate, Abiodun explained that the saw this road and I felt bad carried out to determine the brothers and sisters from Commission (INEC) to cancel the votes polled governor's former party has threatened litigation, said. Ologbondiyan further said "a combined completion and installation of efficient and reliable, just like 'Five Gates', which allows for because the road is in a by the APC in all the elections and decide the some major stakeholders in Zamfara APC, cause of the clash. other ethnic groups that It will be recalled that until February, this year, reading of Section 221 of the 1999 Constitution the five 'Barage Gates' would any other city worldwide," proper damming of water deplorable condition. We are new winners from the remaining valid votes. including ex-Governor Yari and Senator Marafa, Prince Abiodun urged the might have chosen to live Yari and Marafa belonged to different camps in the as the pronouncements of the Supreme Court in allow for proper damming and the governor stated. when Ogun-Oshun River currently embarking on APC had swept the poll in the state by have also kicked against the "appointment" of people of the area to shun and do businesses in our Zamfara APC and had been at loggerheads over the Faleke v. INEC (2016) is clear in holding that it is effective distribution of Abiodun attributed ceasing Basin fails to release enough construction of roads across winning the presidential, governorship and all Matawalle as the leader of the party in the state. violence and report every State. We are talking with control of the party structures in the state. Buni's the political party that stands for election, that drinkable water to the people. in supply of water across the water is now being operated the state, all these roads cannot the federal and state legislative seats while Speaking after a meeting with the Kaduna State local hunters and security intervention, however, ended their feud. votes scored in election belong to the political Abiodun noted that the state to the failure of the automatically as against the be completed even in twenty incident to the appropriate PDP candidates trailed in the second position. Governor, Mallam Nasir el-Rufai, both Yari and Both gladiators resolved to end their fight and party and that the candidate nominated to contest manual system in the past. years, but, we are determined authority, noting that Ogun personnel too. Thus, in accordance with the court judgement, Marafa said they would not surrender to the r e h a b i l i t a t i o n o f t h e i m m e d i a t e p a s t agreed to collapse their parallel structures into one at an election by his party, acts only as the agent of "This is this same water that to do this road. has always been home to “We are on top of the the PDP became a major beneficiary of Matawalle leadership. waterworks was in tandem administration to mandate with Yari as the recognised state party leader. They his party." serves the Lagos State Water people from diverse situation and we are misfortune that befell the APC. Yari said, “It's one thing that we are challenging with his administration's contractors handling various "Because, this road goes to also set up a 13-member committee to further According to latest reports, the National background and “nobody or collaborating with security Speaking at the grand rally heralding his which is the declaration by Governor Mai Mala social welfare and well-being road construction to repair Works, without this, the Iberekodo, Abeokuta North cement the reconciliation. Working Committee (NWC) of the PDP has defection, Matawalle said he had been nursing Buni that Matawalle is now the party leader. His pillar, which has provision of water installations destroyed Adiyan and Akute Water Local Government and even group of people would be agencies to ensure that But with the pronouncement that Matawalle approved a legal team led by a former Attorney- the ambition of dumping the PDP for several declaration was not part of what we discussed with potable water as a major by them. Works will suffer. This is one the Federal University of a l l o w e d t o t a i n t such incident does not was now the APC leader in the state, the accord General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, reasons, including alleged lack of internal six governors before he (Matawalle) defected. component. He, however, said his of the steps we took before Agriculture, Opeji and also a compromise the unity that o c c u r a g a i n , ” t h e between Yari and Marafa may have come under Godwin Kanu-Agabi, to challenge the defection democracy. He pledged to work with others “What we all agreed during our meeting with "We have slated our water administration has included e v e n f o r m a l i s i n g o u r link road to another state, exist between and among all statement said. threat. Except amicable terms are worked out, the of Matawalle. The legal team is also expected to towards fortifying the APC and developing the the six governors was that Matawalle should be provision across the state as clauses which mandate relationship with Lagos, and which makes it a priority road “The state government Governor is likely to face stiff opposition from the challenge the legality of the defection of ethnic groups in the State state received into our fold and afterwards we should our post mid-term agenda, in contractors to repair water that speaks of the collaboration for us, particularly as it will original members of the party. members of the national and state assemblies and those who choose to will not tolerate any act of He said, "As from today, I have dumped the discuss how to integrate both his people and ours. line with our provision of and other installations and cooperation that we have make things easy for the Meanwhile, Matawalle's deputy has vowed to from Zamfara State. live, play and do businesses lawlessness by individual Peoples Democratic Party and joined the All But during the defection, we were told that the infrastructure. And under our damaged while constructing with Lagos State. people," he said. Earlier in his remain in PDP to honour the mandate given to the With Matawalle's defection, the APC now has the State.” or group of person. I have Progressives Congress. I'm now the leader of party executives should be dissolved. You just "The original gates were remarks, the Special Adviser party by the Supreme Court. The development is 22 governors while the PDP has 13 governors. social welfare and wellbeing r o a d s a n d o t h e r “It is unfortunate that directed that appropriate APC in Zamfara State and I am ready to work don't dissolve executives of a party because operated manually, the new to the Governor on Water reminiscent of the Sokoto scenario where The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has p i l l a r, w a t e r f e a t u r e s infrastructure. steps should be taken to with each and everyone wishing to contribute nobody has the power to do so." gates are electronic and people take laws into their Governor Aminu Tambuwal defected to PDP and an incumbent governor in Anambra State. prominently and this was our " T h e p r e v i o u s Resources, Kunle Ottun, to the rapid development of the state." On his part, Marafa said the declaration of hands without involving the investigate and fish out the his deputy, Ahmed Sokoto, remained in APC Matawalle joined the likes of the Cross River immediate intervention. Our administration had awarded automatic," the governor disclosed that the gate dam In his remarks at the occasion, the Matawalle as the APC leader in the state was appropriate authority. This perpetrators who will be ahead of the 2019 elections. State Governor, Ben Ayade, who left the PDP in subsequent intervention road contracts and the added. which stands at nineteen feets Chairman, National Caretaker Committee of tantamount to deception. The erstwhile Senator May, some months after the movement of his which will be the provision of contractors had actually He further assured residents would now allow for effective community and the State in punished according to the insisted that they would not accept it. Aliyu, who is a son of a former Minister of APC and Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Ebonyi State counterpart, David Umahi, to the water in our major cities such d a m a g e d t h e w a t e r of Iberekodo and Arakanga in water distribution for the general has always been a law,” the Governor “We said for proper integration, there should be Defence, General Aliyu Gusau (retd), opposed Buni, congratulated Matawalle for defecting to APC in November 2020. as Sagamu, Ilaro, Ota and reticulation without it being Abeokuta North Local people of the state. safe and secured place with surmised. July 18, 2021 |16 July 18, 2021 |7 CampusTakes Metro

i c e - C h a n c e l l o r, University of Ilorin, VP r o f . S u l y m a n Abdulkareem, recently lauded Unilorin launches App to curb crop the Kasuwa Go app developed by a research group led by Dr. Toyin Ajibade of the Faculty of Agriculture. Abdulkareem who spoke during the wastage, boost food security KasuwaGo app launch held at the university described the s a i d t h e a p p w a s A g r i c u l t u r e a n d t h e app as a great achievement for specifically made to m a n a g e m e n t o f t h e the institution. achieve stress-free buying University of Ilorin for their The News Agency of and selling of farm support. The Kwara State Nigeria (NAN) reports that produce. C o m m i s s i o n e r f o r the app, which was developed Ajibade restated that the Enterprise, Hajiya Arionla in Sept. 2019, was specifically KasuwaGo application was Lawal, in her speech, said made to facilitate the buying created to assist farmers to t h a t t h e K a s u w a G o and selling of farm produce. find markets for their goods application was essential for T h e Vi c e - C h a n c e l l o r, and also create avenue for a sustainable economy. Also represented by Prof. Bolaji sellers seeking easier in their remarks, two S u l e , D e p u t y V i c e - connections to suppliers USbased research partners Chancellor (Management and customers. Prof. Maredia Mywish and Services), said the app would The don thanked the U.S. Dr. Michael Olabisi, also curb wastage of farm Agency for International described the application as produce and boost food Development under the a beautiful outcome. They security. Abdulkareem said Feed the Future Innovation said that the COVID-19 that the invention of such Lab for Legume Systems pandemic brought about the application was a great Research for assistance in development of the app to making the app a reality. aid farmers to showcase innovation that would aid the R-L: Ogun State Head of Service, Alhaja Selimotu Ottun; S.A. to the State Governor on Rural Development, Princess ‘Peju Shote and Programme Manager, Ogun RUWATSAN, Mr. Sola Ogunbo rural farmers to earn more Ajibade also thanked the their farm produce and during the Official Flag-off Programme for the National Youth Volunteer Engagement on Sanitation (YES) towards ending open defecation and promote hand washing held recently in Abeokuta from their farm produce and Venture Garden Group, prevent spoilage due to lack avoid food wastage in the Michigan State University, of storage facilities. society. Centre for Dry Land In his welcome address, Customs Zone 'D' seizes N51.2m rice, others in five months Prof. Gbolagade Adesiji, the Acting Dean, Faculty of Court orders reinstatement of sacked UI lecturer he Federal Operation with a DPV of N1,440,000, capital, apparently meant to nature, the seized diesel sharing of information, to provide social amenities Agriculture, described the Unit (FOU), Zone among others were seized would be auctioned and its intelligence gathering and for the citizenry. According h e N a t i o n a l University of Ibadan, was employment relationship with be smuggled out of the application as a milestone of escalated by the claimant's institution without lost of “D” of the Nigeria with the period under proceeds would be paid into doggedness of the officers to the zonal Comptroller, “let Industrial Court in sacked by the institution respect to termination of T country. “We know that this insistent that rules and benefits, prerequisites of me use this medium to plead research. Adesiji said it was Ibadan, has ordered over alleged refusal to Customs Service (NCS) has review. is supposed to be taken out the coffers of the Federal and men of the FOU in the T Ogunshe's appointment. regulations be followed in the office, promotion and disclosed that its operatives Government. “What we will zone, Omiye assured that w i t h w e l l - m e a n i n g capable of empowering the the University of Ibadan to “The operatives of the of the country but we were vacate her office to another Peters said the issue of appointment of Head of remunerations. The judge Nigerians to assist in youth to make a living from immediately reinstate, one, which she alleged not seized banned goods, Federal Operations Unit able to seize it. Everything do now as enabled by the the Customs would not relocation of office that led to Department and students who further ordered the institution i n c l u d i n g r i c e w o r t h relevant sections of the law of allow any illegal items p r o v i d i n g g e n u i n e produce buying and selling Prof. Adenike Ogunshe, secure. Zone 'D' Bauchi apart from inside there is diesel and the alleged termination of the did not attend classes being to pay Ogunshe a sum of N51,238,235 million within the federation, we will auction escape its eagle eyes. He information that could aid in without stress. whose appointment was Delivery judgment, blocking and suppressing this is supposed to be for claimant's appointment allowed to write final N13,607,028 being her five months. This was it (diesel) and pay the proceeds added that the Zone “D” eradicating the menace of The Lead Researcher of the t e r m i n a t e d b y t h e Justice John Peters, said smuggling within the Zone local consumption. “If we started in 2006 and was let examinations against the salary arrears from Aug. d i s c l o s e d b y t h e into the government's account. would be unbearable for smuggling in the zone and KasuwaGo app, Ajibade, said institution on June 14, that the University of have made seizures of 565 had compromised, it would hanging until 2013 when the known laid down rules and 15,2016 to the date of the Comptroller, FOU, Zone sacks containing 60 liters The diesel because of the smugglers and called on the country at large. “I want that the app was developed in 2016. Ogunshe, a Senior Ibadan failed to comply have gone to a foreign claimant was issued a query. regulations of the institution. judgment “I order and direct “D” Adesanmi Omiye, at a each of Vehicle/Petroluem combustive nature, you can Nigerians to assist the t h e m t o k n o w t h a t response to conversation with Lecturer at the Department w i t h t h e r u l e s a n d country and hey will be The judge said that the court P e t e r s d e c l a r e d t h e the defendants to pay the press conference, held at the Products (Diesel) totaling see some already spilling on Service with genuine eradicating smuggling in this farmers and customers She o f M i c r o b i o l o g y , regulations guiding the enjoying our subsidy which found out that the issue was termination of Ogunshe's claimant all her arrears of Zonal headquarters in 33,900 liters with a DPV of is meant for our local the ground, we have to auction information to enhance its country will boost the a p p o i n t m e n t b y t h e salaries from the date of Bauchi, adding that the N12,910,250. “Twenty market and we will be it immediately. operations. economy which will make institution as unlawful, null, t e r m i n a t i o n o f h e r seized goods included rice, Four (24) bundles of foreign suffering here,” he said. While attributing the Doing this, he said, would the Federal Government void and of no effect for non- appointment till the date of diesel, insecticide, textile textiles material with a DPV He disclosed that as a success recorded with the not only boost the economy provide social amenities to Increase social services spending c o m p l i a n c e w i t h t h e this judgment,” Peters said. materials, vehicles and used of N8,880,000.00, four used “unprecedented seizures” to but also enable government the citizenry.” result of its combustive applicable rules. The judge Peters also ordered the tyres, among others. vehicles with a DPV of further set aside the letters of institution to pay a sum of According to Omiye, the N5,130,000.00, 27 bales of termination of appointment N200,000 as cost of the seizures were made as part second hand clothing with Court remands two for accusing Abdulsalami of arms supply to bandits –Academics of the Customs' efforts to tackle insecurity issued on June 14,2016 and proceedings. The lecturer, DPV of N4,860,000.00 and Federal High Court defendants Abdulkareem four count charges, correctional center. The ome academics recently with population growth. is no job for them,” he said. among competing social needs Aug.15,2016 by University through her counsel, Mr aimed at fighting smuggling 236 cartons of foreign soap Sitting in Minna, Ajibola and Anas Umar over requested for bail, arguing accused persons were said to advised governments at all “Spending less on social He said that the way out was for sustainable development. of Ibadan to Ogunshe. Femi Aborisade, dragged the in the country, informing with DPV of N1,556,500.00. ANiger State, has their malicious publication, that the accused have be the brain behind alleged that they were made Slevels to increase spending infrastructure and social for the governments would be “We also need to promote good He ordered immediate institution and its Council to “Others are 143 foreign reminded two persons in which contravene Section 24 already stayed for one publication and viral between February and June, o n s o c i a l s e r v i c e s a n d services with the country's to increase the quantity and governance and quality reinstatement of Ogunshe to c o u r t d e s c r i b i n g t h e parboiled rice with a DPV of correctional center for Sub - Section (1B) caber month in the correctional circulated story on social i n f r a s t r u c t u r e t o t a c k l e 2021. He added that growing population will quality of spending in social leadership, because without it, her position as senior lecturer termination as unlawful and N3,776,000.00, 196 cartons publishing 'injurious' crime law. center. media using their galaxy insecurity. The academics made create an army of unhappy seizures included a vehicle services. all efforts toward ending i n t h e d e p a r t m e n t o f p r a y e d t h e c o u r t f o r of foreign spaghetti with a statement on social media He prayed for adjournment Justice Emeka Nwite smartphone that the former the call in Kaduna at the opening people. “These people will be H e a l s o u r g e d t h e containing 33,900 litres of insecurity for development to m i c r o b i o l o g y o f t h e reinstatement DPV of N1,411,200.00, 60 against former Head of to enable him present however urged the defence Head of State, General of an international conference looking for jobs that are not governments to control thrive will be futile,” he said. diesel, packaged in 565 bags Jerrycans of Vegetable Oil State, General Abdulsalami witnesses to prove allegations counsel to do the needful in Abdulsalam Abubakar was with the theme: “Insecurity and available, while others cannot population growth and worth N12,910,250, seized with a DPV of N1,440,000.00 Alhaji Abubakar. Police against the defendants. The applying for bail and the owner and supplier of National Development”. The access quality education and optimise its economic around Otukpa in Benue and 52 used Tukumbo Tyres prosecutor, Jude Akaeze d e f e n c e c o u n s e l , adjourned to 26th July, 2021 arms and other logistics to conference was organised by the health services,” he said. resources by strengthening the NANS commends Buhari on education achievements State. with a DPV of N624,000.00. Faculty of Social Sciences, presented four count Abdulkareem Abubakar, who to commence trail while bandits perpetuating their He added that the pervasive potential of critical sectors of h e N a t i o n a l since the National Health N1.7 trillion of capital C o m p t r o l l e r O m i y e “The total DPV of all Kaduna State University c h a r g e s a g a i n s t t h e pleaded “not guilty” of the they should be reminded in poverty in the country was the economy. Also, the lead A s s o c i a t i o n o f Act was passed in 2014,was intervention to Nigeria's informed that other seizures seizures is N51,238,235.00,” acts in Niger state. (KASU). another issue that was paper presenter, Prof. Nazifi Nigeria Students commendable. According to tertiary institutions through included 24 bundles of C o m p t r o l l e r O m i y e In a keynote address, Dr compounding the insecurity Darma, a professor of T (NANS) has commended him, the fund is designed to TETFund and other means. foreign textiles materials informed. According to him, Muhammad Sagagi, Vice- situation. “With this high Development Economics, ...Remands businessman for allegedly burning down hospital President Muhammadu deliver a guaranteed set with a Duty Paid Value C h a i r m a n , P r e s i d e n t i a l level of poverty, more than University of Jos, described Oyeniyi said the presidential the seizures by Customs Buhari for achievements in health services to all approval for a new retirement (DPV) of N8,880,000; four operatives were made Chief Magistrates' Kor ordered the police to Makurdi. Danladi's accomplices, Economic Advisory Council, 15,000 babies are born daily education as a crucial social Court in Makurdi return the case file to the The police alleged that Babangida Paul was identified low spending on social in the northern part of the health and education sectors. Nigerians, through the age of 65, and length of vehicles with a N5,130,000 pursuant to the provisions of service. yesterday ordered Office of the Director of Danladi also attacked the arrested pursuant to the services and social infrastructure country. “This translates to Darma, a Special Adviser to NANS commendation is national network of primary service of 40 years for DPV and 27 bales of second Sections 8 and 158 (Power to A t h a t a b u s i n e s s m a n , Public Prosecutions for legal doctor in his residence on bench warrant issued by as one of the triggers of 5.5 million babies every year the Senate President on contained in a statement health care centres. teachers in public basic and h a n d c l o t h i n g w o r t h Patrol Freely) of Customs insecurity. Sagagi argued that the of which the economy Economic Matters, said that signed by its National Oyeniyi said the passage secondary school, were N4,860,000 DPV. He and Excise Management Mohammed Danladi, who advice. The chief magistrate June 7, 2019, in company the High Court, Makurdi less governments spend on social cannot support the growing t o h o l i s t i c a l l y t a c k l e President, Mr Abdulmajeed of enabling legislation for heart-warming. further informed that 236 Act (CEMA) Cap C45 Laws allegedly burnt down a adjourned the matter until of three others while armed and was later arraigned for services like education, health population. insecurity, governments must Oyeniyi, made available to the Nigeria Center for He mentioned the approval cartons of foreign soap with of the Federation of Nigeria hospital be remanded in a July 30, for further mention. with guns, cutlass and armed robbery. and other basic services, the “At the national level, the address the issue of economic newsmen recently in Abuja. Disease Control, for the first of the six new colleges of DPV of N1,556,500; 143 2004 as amended. correctional centre. The Earlier, the prosecutor, Insp sticks and they injured him The offence, he said, is more problems they create for the e c o n o m y i s g r o w i n g stagnation. He also advised O y e n i y i s a i d B u h a r i time since it was founded in e d u c a t i o n i n t h e s i x foreign parboiled ice with a H e d i s c l o s e d t h a t police charged Danladi with Friday Kanshio told the court on his right finger. punishable under Sections country. annually at 1 per cent, while t h e g o v e r n m e n t s o n a d m i n i s t r a t i o n ' s 2011 was a move in the right geopolitical zone of the DPV of N3,776,000; 196 investigation carried out by c r i m i n a l c o n s p i r a c y, that Dr Joseph Ikwulono of The prosecution also 97 and 338 of the Penal He also said that poor the population is growing at increasing spending of social implementation of the one direction. He described country and the six new cartons of foreign spaghetti Customs revealed that the mischief by fire and armed the New Concept Clinic, said Danladi and his Code Laws of Benue, 2004 e c o n o m i c g r o w t h a n d 3.5 per cent. This is not good services through a national per cent Consolidated Buhari's achievement in the federal polytechnics as w i t h a D P V o f seized diesel was being robbery. Chief Magistrate Ugbokpo through a written accomplices stole a laptop and Section 1(1) (2) and 6 development outcomes was enough. “We also have a development planning N1,411,200.00 and 60 c o n v e y e d f r o m P o r t Vincent Kor, however did petition dated March 10, worth N450, 000 and other of the Robbery and another major trigger of Revenue Fund to the Basic e d u c a t i o n s e c t o r a s a m o n g n u m e r o u s problem where more than approach, where resources Jerrycans of vegetable oil Harcourt, the Rivers State not take the plea of Danladi reported the matter at the valuable items. He said that Firearms Act, 2004. insecurity, particularly when the Health Care Provision Fund overwhelming through his achievements of Buhari 3.5 people enter the labour are judiciously allocated for want in jurisdiction. Benue Police Command, on March 3, one of economy does not grow at par market every year and there commitment of more than (NAN) July 18, 2021 |20 July 18, 2021 |17

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AG r o u p , E q u a l The group disclosed that Right Advocates, has at the end of the exercise, vowed to begin a legal O l a l e k a n O l a l e y e b a t t l e w i t h t h e A l l Babatunde polled 11 votes Progressives Congress to defeat his closest rival, (APC) in Ogun State, if it Lekan Osinowo who polled fails to return the name of s e v e n v o t e s , w h i l e one Olalekan Olaleye Ogunfowora Olanrewaju B a b a t u n d e a s t h e had one vote and Oyeti councillorship candidate Oluwafemi had none. for Ward 3, Iperu, Ikenne The group explained Local Government for the further that after the winner local government election of the primaries had been slated for July 24, within announced, the party seven days. leaders and the aspirants The group in a petition appended their names and signed on its behalf by a signatures to the result legal practitioner, Nojeem bearing Olalekan Olaleye Adeoye and dated July 5, Babatunde as the winner of was made available to the primaries and the same newsmen on Wednesday in was sent to the party for Abeokuta, the Ogun state onward transfer to the capital. governor for his comment. The petition which was It revealed further that addressed to the Chairman Babatunde as well as the of APC, Ikenne Local The Chairman, Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission, OGSIEC, Babatunde Osibodu speaking during the party members at Ward 3, sensitization visit to the Palace of Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo Government was also Iperu Remo, were however, copied to the governor of Chairman of CECPC, Gov Mai Mala Buni surprised to find out that the state, Dapo Abiodun, w h e n t h e l i s t o f his deputy, Noimot Salako- councillorship candidates Oyedele, the Secretary to f r o m O g u n S t a t e the State Government, Independent Electoral APC shifts Congress, National Tokunbo Talabi, the Commission (OGSIEC) Speaker of the House of surfaced online, his name Assembly, Olakunle h a d b e e n a l l e g e d l y Oluomo, the Senior Special substituted for Lekan Conventional Timelines Adviser to the Governor on Osinowo who never won All eyes on Ogun as Politics, Tunji Egbetokun INEC/19/021/20 dated the development and fix a days notice to INEC, bearing the primaries. h e r u l i n g A l l and Lekan Osinowo, P r o g r e s s i v e s 10th June 2021 on the new timeline for the in mind that the earlier date The group said that candidate alleged to have Congress(APC) has above subject and wish to congresses and national we released was not though, their client had T sacrosanct.” been used to replace shifted the timeline for inform the Commission convention. written and even made oral conduct of its congresses and t h a t t h e p a r t y h a s C o n f i r m i n g t h e A shift of the timeline for Babatunde. presentation to the governor national convention, The r e s c h e d u l e d i t s d e v e l o p m e n t , A P C the exercise became glaring The rights groups stated as well as the party to correct Nation can authoritatively Congresses and National Caretaker Committee on Wednesday when the that in accordance with the this grave injustice, the party report. Convention to a later date S e c r e t a r y, S e n a t o r National Secretariat was directive of the leadership has decided not to lift a No new date was fixed for w h i c h w i l l b e Akpanudoehede however unable to distribute the of the ruling party in the finger to help address this the two crucial exercises. The communicated to you. said the letter to INEC was nomination forms for state, the APC members in sheer illegality. LG poll inches closer for you at all. Chairmanship will not be by involved in picking the candidates was to ensure initial timetable released by “This serves as a formal not a postponement of the election into various party Ward 3, Iperu on May 18, The right group claimed Akorede Folaranmi offices at the ward, local appointment, it will be by election, everyone that all stakeholders in the party have their inputs the party fixed sale of the notification under the congresses but a fulfillment 2021 held councillorship on who would emerge as party's flag bearers in that the substitution of their he All Progressives Congress (APC) in should continue to work hard", Abiodun had nomination form for Ward provision of Section 85 of of the Electoral Act. government and state levels. primaries for the ward. the local government election. client, Olalekan Olaleye Ogun State is not leaving anything to stated. the Electoral Act (2010) as A c c o r d i n g t o The party also has to The governor advised the party candidates to Congress for 1st to 7th July; It stated further that four Babatunde for Lekan chances as July 24, date of the local From Ijebu East to Abeokuta South, from inauguration of Ward/LGA amended.” Akpanudoehede the letter contend with challenges in T tap from the experience of the Local Government aspirants; Lekan Osinowo, government election is drawing near. The Yewa North to Odeda LGs, APC has membership registration and O s i n o w o w a s Transitional Chairmen, who according to him C o n g r e s s S c r e e n i n g / It was also gathered the to INEC “is to cure the legal Ogunfowora Olanrewaju, party, though ruling, had kick-started its continued to traverse the nooks and crannies, revalidation in some states unconstitutional and run have performed excellently well in the last 20 Screening Appeal Committees party's National Caretaker land mine occasioned by campaigns for the poll across the state. to canvass for votes. Oyeti Oluwafemi and against one of the provisions months. for 10th July 2021; Ward Committee is billed to Section 85 of the Electoral before commencement of Having concluded its primaries for the Determined to walk his talk on ensuring a O l a l e k a n O l a l e y e "I have received good reports from the people meet on Tuesday to discuss Act on the issuance of 21 the congresses. of the ruling party açcording chairmanship and councillorship positions, the free and fair LG poll, Governor Abiodun, Congress for 24th July, Local about their performances. They have carried out to its 2014 constitution as party had shown to all and sundry that it was while meeting with the 20 chairmanship Government Congress for 14th repairs of schools, primary healthcare centres and amended that the party ready for the task ahead. candidates and 236 councillorship August 2021 and the State embarked on electrification projects", Abiodun Apart from the ruling party, the Peoples candidates of the APC recently, warned them Congress for 18th September #EndSARS: Ogun Judicial Panel awards N218m to 42 victims would always respect and noted. Democratic Party (PDP) which is the main not to make empty promises while gun State Judicial protect internal democracy He pointed out that the feats recorded by the 2021. opposition party and the New Nigeria People's campaigning to the people. Panel of Investigation ...submits 289 page report, says 108 petitions received as well as the 2010 Electoral Transitional Chairmen was as a result of his The decision to shift the Party (NNPP), have also demonstrated that At the meeting held at the Presidential on Police Brutality personnel to serve as deterrent various forms of atrocities. Panel members for their selfless Acts as amended. promise to empower the local government congresses and the national O they were ready to vie for power at the Lodge, Abeokuta, the governor admonished and Extra Judicial Killings, has efforts and contributions towards administration to discharge their responsibilities convention of the party has and in the interest of justice. The Panel Chairman further The group has therefore grassroots. the candidates to stand by their promises and recommended award of the successful completion of the in line with the constitutional provision, charging since been conveyed to the Olugbemi further revealed revealed that most of the police threatened that if within Aside pockets of campaign posters and work towards leaving legacies in their N218million to 42 victims or task. them to keep the good work till the end of their that the Panel received a total of officers brought before the Panel billboards, the two parties have adopted social various local government areas. I n d e p e n d e n t N a t i o n a l " I b e l i e v e t h a t t h e seven days the unlawful tenure. families of victims of brutality 106 petitions, out of which 58 were found to be grossly deficient media platforms to sell their candidates to the Explaining that the meeting was held to E l e c t o r a l C o m m i s s i o n implementation of this report will substitution of their client, Abiodun noted that APC in the state has and violation of human rights were treated and the remaining in knowledge and professional voters. officially flag off the LG election campaign, (INEC). end the gory experience often O l a l e k a n O l a l e y e become bigger, saying "this was made possible by the police and other security 48 were either withdrawn, training required for efficiency in Apparently goaded by the declaration of the the governor disclosed that the party went The letter by the party to the encountered by residents of the by our administration's hard, methodical and personnel in the State. rejected or abandoned wholly the Police Force, urging Babatunde was not reversed state governor and the leader of the party, Dapo through tough time in choosing its State", he added. deliberate work as well as participatory and electoral body dated 6th July The Chairman of the Panel, or half-way by the petitioners. government to put machinery in and allowed to be the APC Abiodun, that he would not involve in skewing representatives for the polls. Abiodun noted that "it is inclusive posture which attracted others to our 2021 was jointly signed by the Justice Solomon Olugbemi, He noted that the 289 page place to address the situation. councilorship candidate for the LG poll in favour of his party, candidates of He added that special precaution was important for all of us as a people party. Chairman of CECPC, Gov w h o a n n o u n c e d t h e report captured the testimonies Receiving the report, the APC, had hit the ground running. taken to ensure rancour-free primaries so as and security agencies to ensure Ward 3, Iperu in the "I can tell you that all members of our House of Mai Mala Buni and Secretary, recommendation while and evidences of gory details of Governor Dapo Abiodun, on The governor, at a political function, held at not to tear the party apart. and foster a continued and f o r t h c o m i n g l o c a l Assembly are in our party. Almost all the past S e n a t o r J o h n J a m e s submitting the report of the torture, unjustifiable shootings, F r i d a y , s a i d " t h e Ori Omi, Sokori, Abeokuta North Local "Do not make promises you can not fulfill. mutually beneficial relationship". government elections, it governors, deputy governors in the State are with Panel to Governor Dapo inhumane treatment and other recommendations of the Panel Government, promised the people of Ogun that Be characterised as that administration, that Akpanudoehede. He, however, appreciated the us. This is not by accident. It is the result of Abiodun, added that the panel forms of human rights abuses would be implemented towards would be left with no other the local government election will be free and chairmen and councillors who fulfil their The letter with reference youths, security agencies, media, inclusiveness that made people from other parties e q u a l l y m a d e leading to brain damage, spinal having a peaceful society that will choice than to challenge this fair. He specifically declared that the council promises. n u m b e r A P C / N H D Q / to join us", he said. recommendations for the cord injuries, permanent e n g e n d e r m o r e r o b u s t religious and community leaders, alleged broad daylight chairmen and councillors would not be "Our people do not ask for too much. What INEC/19/021/39 reads: “We While urging the party flag bearers to key into investigation, discipline and disability, death, loss of means relationship between the people market men and women, and "appointed", but "elected" under his watch. they ask for is, when you make a promise, robbery in a competent the vision and programmes of the state refer to our letter reference w h e r e a p p r o p r i a t e , of livelihood, unlawful seizure and security agencies". other stakeholders, for their "Very soon, the timetable for the election make sure you fulfill it", Abiodun stated. court of jurisdiction. government and be ready to reach out to those n u m b e r A P C / N H D Q / prosecution of certain of personal properties and The governor appreciated the contributions to the development will be released; we will not appoint chairmen He disclosed that his decision not to be Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele of the state. Ogun Deputy Governor July 18, 2021 |19 July 18, 2021 |13 News Special Report Buhari to military: Crush bandits now r e s i d e n t He also avers that the M u h a m m a d u nation, its military and the PBuhari, at the entire population needs to weekend, condemned summon the courage repeated bandit killings in required to defeat the Zamfara and Kaduna bandits and terrorists. states, urging the nation's P r e s i d e n t B u h a r i military to respond to the c o n d e m n s s o m e worrying situation in a p o l i t i c i a n s m a k i n g language that the bandits utterances on security, understand. merely seeking applause, The President notes that advising them to join the the military and other ongoing genuine efforts security agencies are now aimed at finding lasting working on new methods solutions to the challenges and policies that are confronting the nation. yielding good results in H e e x p r e s s e s t h e many of the troubled parts nation's sorrow over the of the country and calls for loss of lives, urging a crushing response to the security agencies to do killing of innocent everything possible to OGSIEC Chairman, Babatunde Osibodu presenting a plaque to the representative of Osibodu at the Palace of Olota of Ota, Oba Abdulkabir Adeyemi Obalanlege on a citizens in the rural prevent the recurrence of Awujale of Ijebuland, the Dagburewe of Idowa, Oba Yinusa Adekoya, during the state courtesy visit attacks with impunity. electoral body’s visit to Ijebu Traditional Council communities. From L-R, The Honoree Mr. Olurotimi Ansel Sotubo Permanent Secretary Bureau of Political Affairs to carry out the task. who contested with them, Abiodun advised that the elections "That your coming coincided with the meeting of & Administration, Ogun State Head of Service Alhaja Selimot Ottun, the Akarigbo & Paramount race should not be a winner takes all affair. ...Visits Olota, Awujale, Alake all the Kabiyesi in the Ogun East Senatorial District Ruler of Remoland HRM Oba Babatunde Ajayi and wife of the Honoree Iyalaje Abosede Sotubo Ogun partners NIHORT to train "Work with them as they remain a vital part to your eady to conduct a free and fair LG poll, is a huge blessing. I urge you to be firm, fair, victory", he said. the state electoral body has solicited transparent in the discharge of this very sensitive farmers on vegetable production The governor described his administration's Rsupport of traditional rulers towards task. People from this place and the entire Ogun achievements in the last two years as unprecedented, helping in the mobilisation of their subjects, to State are watching you, so, maintain your integrity", to meet local, export demands saying "governance in the state has been redefined carry out their civic duties. the monarch said. by fulfilling promises and ensuring that no section of OGSIEC in this regards, visited the Olota of Speaking earlier, OGSIEC boss, Osibodu, said FG inaugurates committee to g u n S t a t e who could not benefit the state has development to the detriment of while receiving members Ota and the Chairman of the Awori Oba Forum, "Local Government is the closest to the people and A g r i c u l t u r a l from the training directly" others". as we prepare to elect local government chairmen “ Oba Abdul Kabir Adeyemi Obalanlege. D e v e l o p m e n t he said In his remarks, the Chairman of the Party, Yemi of the Commission in his and councillors, we thought it needful to O Speaking at the Palace of Olota, the OGSIEC Programme (OGADEP) Earlier, the Executive Sanusi, while congratulating the chairmanship Chairman, Babatunde Osibodu, noted that the respectfully ask you to use your influence to ask Palace at Ake, Abeokuta, h a s p a r t n e r e d w i t h Director, NIHORT, Dr. candidates, noted that the meeting was to interface visit was also inevitable in order to receive your subjects to come out and vote. Though we have end Kaduna Govt, NLC dispute National Horticultural with all the candidates and fashion out winning ways royal blessings as the local council poll was been exploring the media for sensitization, we A b a y o m i O l a n i y a n , in the coming local government election. Oba Gbadebo, in company of drawing nearer. believe that your influence will help to further he Federal Government Ngige, who acknowledged the qualifications that must be R e s e a r c h I n s t i t u t e r e p r e s e n t e d b y t h e Speaking on behalf of the Chairmen of the Local "We are here today because, as a convince our people to come out and vote". has inaugurated a 10- that the issues in contention noted in this principle of last (NIHORT), Ibadan, to Director of Research in the other Royal Fathers in the bordered essentially on trade Government Transitional Committee, Semiu Lawal, Commission, we recognise the importance and He appreciated the traditional rulers for the warm Tman committee to in, first out. It is not absolute. train young farmers on Institute, Dr. Olagorite thanked the governor for the opportunity given them role of the traditional institution in getting reception, prayers offered the Commission and the resolve the dispute between disputes, gave the committee It has exceptions and tomato, okro and pumpkin to serve the people, while submitting that the Ogun Central Senatorial entire Electoral Officers for all the local government Kaduna State Government and 21 days to submit its report. Adetula, enumerated the across to the people at the grassroots. We want qualifications,'' he said. otherwise known as ugwu values that would be Committees had executed more than 200 projects in District, noted that the you to please help us sensitise the people areas in Ogun East Senatorial District. Nigerian Labour Congress He urged the committee to Ngige added that an the last 20 months. At the Palace of the Alake and Paramount Ruler (NLC) and ensure industrial resolve the issues holistically on vegetable cultivation added to the training against electoral violence before, during and employer had the right to to meet local and export He expressed the readiness of the transition task before the after the election because people respect and of Egba Land, Oba (Dr.) Aremu Adedotun Gbadebo, harmony in the state. and be guided by the 1999 reduce staff strength of his including processing, committee chairmen to work with the party's listen to you more. On our part, we are on behalf of other Royal Fathers in Egbaland, A statement issued by a Constitution (as amended) as organisation but he is bound demands. storage, utilisation, candidates to ensure victory at the LG polls. Commission was a worthy determined to ensure free, fair, credible and declared support for the Ogun State Independent Deputy Director in the ministry, well as the country's labour b y l a w t o n e g o t i a t e Dr. Adeola Odedina, economic of production transparent elections", Osibodu said. Electoral Commission (OGSIEC) in its drive to Mr Charles Akpan, at the laws. redundancy payment with any C o m m i s s i o n e r f o r and marketing as well as one, urging the Royal achieve free, fair, credible and violence-free 2021 N g i g e n o t e d t h a t Deputy Governor appointed head of Osibodu, accompanied by Commissioners weekend in Abuja, said that the discharged worker. Agriculture, disclosed this record keeping. and other top management staff of the Local Government elections, holding on Saturday, committee was inaugurated by downsizing or rightsizing of He asserted that there was at a two-day training APC Local Government Elections Fathers to sensitise their July 24 2021. Olaniyan disclosed that Commission, said OGSIEC was in synergy Minister of Labour and workforce in any organisation, nothing wrong in Kaduna workshop for youths and Speaking while receiving members of the government or private sector, Nigeria produces 2.3 Committee with other stakeholders to discourage voters Employment, Senator Chris State government stopping the w o m e n f a r m e r s o n o ensure that a landslide victory for the APC subjects on the need to apathy, adding the election will be conducted Commission in his Palace at Ake, Abeokuta, Oba Ngige. was a redundancy issue, which million metric tonnes of expenditure of 96 per cent of vegetable cultivation and at LG poll, the party appointed the Ogun State according to the constitution, laws and the Gbadebo, in company of other Royal Fathers in the The committee was headed must be subjected to the the its earnings on personnel vegetables per year with a participate in the exercise, Ogun Central Senatorial District, noted that the Senator Chris Ngige Deputy Governor, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, dictates of good conscience. by the Permanent Secretary of principles spelt out in the cost in order to save enough value chain held in 700,000 deficit in demand T Minister of Labour and Employment task before the Commission was a worthy one, head of the State Campaign Committee constituted Responding, the Olota assured OGSIEC of the ministry, Dr Peter-Yemira Trade Disputes Act, Laws of for capital projects, adding, Abeokuta, the state for the product saying that while they maintain urging the Royal Fathers to sensitise their subjects by the party. the Royal Fathers' support, advising it to Tarfa. Ngige named Secretary the Federation, 2004, Cap L1. however, that it must be done capital. on the need to participate in the exercise, while amongst others of Northern the worship came at the According to a statement signed by the APC neutrality to all maintain its integrity and continue to educate to Kaduna State Government “The law says in Section within the ambit of the law. Odedina who was right time to educate the Publicity Secretary in Ogun State,Tunde and enlighten the people using the traditional they maintain neutrality to all participating (SSG), Balarabe Lawal and 20(A) that: “in the event of Nigeria extraction. political parties. According to him, schedule “So, I appeal to you to r e p r e s e n t e d b y t h e farmers on how to increase Oladunjoye, on Friday, "the State Campaign participating political and new media. Deputy National President, redundancy, every employer two of the 1999 Constitution Permanent Ministry of Committee (SCC) is charged with overall Also speaking, the Alagbado of Agbado He called on the electorate to eschew violence, NLC, Najim Hashim as Co- shall inform the trade unions approach this assignment with production, processing in embrace peace, not only during the elections but clearly states issues that are conciliation at the back of your Agriculture, Dr. Dotun coordination of the APC Local Government parties. Land, Oba Adedayo Shyllon, appreciated chairmen of the committee and or representatives of workers contained in item 34 of that value chain, so as to meet OGSIEC for according them honour, calling after, charging them to utilize their voting power mind so that we don't have a Sorunke, said that the Elections Campaign and is to liaise with respective Director, Trade Union Services concerned of the reasons for or schedule which are beyond the local and international for level playing field for all participating properly by not voting for people of questionable repeat of what happened in May. training was in line with Local Government Campaign Committees". and Industrial Relations, the extent of their anticipated powers of state governments demands. political parties. character, noting "there is no alternative to “I use this opportunity to The statement added that, the terms of reference ministry of labour and redundancy. to act upon. Governor Dapo Abiodun S p e a k i n g , t h e The team later visited the Ado-Odo/Ota democracy even though the system of government appeal to you, as the minister of for the high-powered committee include “overall employment, Mrs O. U. Akpan, “Section 20(B) also says He said that they included led administrative agenda Chairman, NIHORT coordination of the APC Local Government Local Government Secretariat, where the has its own ups and downs, it still remains the labour, father of labour unions Commissioner, Information and Strategy; Biyi as Secretary. that the principles of 'last-in, matters relating to labour to ensure food security and Elections Campaign activities, including but not Transition Committee Chairman, Alh.Lawal widely accepted". and friend of Kaduna State, that Governing Board, Major Adeleye, Special Adviser, Political; Babatunde He urged members of the first-out' shall be adopted in unions, industrial disputes, create more jobs in limited to drawing up a State-wide Campaign Adewale pledged the support of the Council to In his remarks, the Chairman of OGSIEC said we should tread the path of General Mohammed Olaotan; Funmi Efuwape, Commissioner for committee to meet the the discharge of the category arbitration and conciliation as Timetable and itinerary and liaison with respective Women Affairs and Social Development and the Electoral Officer and other ad-hoc staff that the need to involve traditional institution in the peace. With peace, we can make agriculture. Garba (Rtd), said the expectations of President of workers affected, subject to well as the National Minimum Local Governments' Campaign Committees." Tunde Oladunjoye, Publicity Secretary, APC. would be posted to the Local Government. process of the local government elections cannot progress, both as government He said that the training t r a i n i n g b e c a m e be over-emphasised, as the people see Royal M u h a m m a d u B u h a r i i n all factors of relative merit Wage, all exclusive to the The terms of reference also include the Others are Yetunde Adesanya, Adijat In a similar sensitisation visit, the Ijebu ensuring that industrial peace including skill, ability and any and as labour union,” he said. would avail the trainees imperative owing to the Traditional Council pledged its support for the Fathers as "Authority" that will not lead them purview of the federal "identification of projects to be commissioned by the Adeleye , Deji Kalejaye, Ifekayode Akinbode, returned to the state. reliability.” Also speaking, Kaduna State t h e o p p o r t u n i t y o f economic and nutritional Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission astray. government. Governor during the campaign across the twenty Remmy Hassan, Atinuke Bello, Kola Salako, The minister recalled that the “So, in applying this, we SSG assured of the state knowing the theoretical (OGSIEC), to achieve peaceful conduct at the “We consider this visit necessary because the Meanwhile, the minister values of the vegetables (20) LGAs; determination of required campaign Taiwo Oludotun, Tolu Bankonle, Femi federal government had must subject it to the relativity government's commitment to and practical aspect of resources and materials and support to the Local forthcoming Local Government elections in people believe in our Royal Fathers, they do not informed the committee of the especially ugwu, capable Akinwunmi, Azeez Adeyemi, Olamide Lawal, apprehended the strike initiated of merit, skill, ability and restoration of industrial boosting tomato, Okro Government Campaign Committees and the State. only listen, they carry out what they have been expectations of the president of aiding economic growth Koye Ijaduoye, Hadi Sani Special Assistant by NLC in the state in May, with reliability. If somebody has a h a r m o n y, a d d i n g t h a t Candidates; preparation of campaign budget and The Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebu asked to do because they know you will not lead on the speedy return of and ugwu vegetables through its value chain (Inter ethnic - Hausa), Monday Chukwudi, parties signing a Memorandum forged certificate, he should be government was not at war with solicitation for funds; and any other issue that may be Land, Oba (Dr.) Sikuru Adetona, made this them astray and you will not do something that will industrial harmony in the production, and reduce Special Assistant (Inter ethnic - Igbo), Dr. of Understanding (MoU) to asked to go because he didn't labour. He, however, urged the required for successful campaign. Emmanuel Taiwo, Nike Osoba, Oyindamola pledge while receiving members of the be contrary to their interest. They know that you are state, more so at a time the wastage to sustain food restore peace. merit the job in the first In his remarks, NLC participants to deploy the "The SCC includes some members of APC State Adeshina- Oyelese, Femi Ilori, Goke Awoso, Commission, who were on a courtesy visit to the Father of all, everybody, regardless of their state was facing the challenges security. He said that the intervening instance. President, Mr Ayuba Wabba, knowledge imparted on Working Committee (SWC), members of the House Kunle Sobukonla, Adewunmi Onanuga, Kolapo his Palace in Ijebu-Ode, lauding OGSIEC for political leanings listen to you, that is why we have of armed banditry. said that labour was committed "This training will avail come to you to assist us to caution people with bad circumstances had made the “If you go to a nursing home them to productive use, in of Representatives, some members of Ogun State K Osisanyo , Ibrahim Isiaka, Jimoh recognising the roles of the traditional “Mr President has asked me to resolution of the impasse in intentions. We equally count on your Royal reconstitution of the committee and find somebody working in these young farmers the order to achieve food House of Assembly, Special Advisers and Special Ojugbele, Jimoh Olaifa, Adeyemi Harrison, institution in the election process. to inform you of his the state. blessings to succeed", Osibodu submitted. inevitable. the ward with a Bachelor's theoretical aspects of Assistants to Governor Dapo Abiodun". Bolu Owotomo, Daisi Elemide, Demola Represented by the Dagburewe of Idowa, expectation that peace returns “I pray that it will be the last security, self-reliance in As the people of the state are set to elect their According to him, the degree in History, he stands primary production, value Other members of the SCC as contained in the Balogun and Adeshina Popoola. Oba Yinusa Oladele, the Awujale noted that the to Kaduna, which has been his dispute between labour and agriculture, as well as statement are Yemi Adelani, O r g a n i s i n g visit coincided with the meeting of all the Ogun council chairmen and ward councillors, all eyes will committee is expected to disqualified because he state of residence and home to addition services, as well e x p l o i t i n g t h e doesn't have the skill in the Kaduna State government. This Secretary, APC; Afolabi Afuape, Commissioner, East Traditional Council, which he said was a be Ogun on July 24, especially with the pledge of resolve all the issues in dispute many retired generals, as hands on practical, opportunities inherent in Credible poll: OGSIEC seeks credible LG poll by both the ruling party and between the state government first place. is a labour matter that can be Local Govt and Chieftaincy Affairs; Tunji Akinosi, sign of good omen, praying God to protect and permanent secretaries and resolved and should be which they would in turn the horticulture value- traditional rulers' support for LG bequeath members of the Commission wisdom election umpire, OGSIEC. and NLC. “He has to go. So, these are Commissioner for Forestry, Waheed Odusile, seasoned administrators, resolved,” he said. cascade to other farmers chain. July 18, 2021 |20 July 18, 2021 |17

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July 18, 2021 |21 July 18, 2021 |22 News Jigawa governor: Believe Media World it or not, Buhari has done well for Nigerians Badaru said the Buhari We need more o v e r n o r M u h a m m a d u administration had made GBadaru of Jigawa giant stride towards State said that President improving road, rail, Muhammadu Buhari has aviation and power done well for Nigerians in infrastructure as well as ensuring infrastructural various interventions thematic radio development to fast track designed to address social, sustainable social and economic and security economic development in challenges in the country the country. “Nigerians begin to see Badaru also lauded the effort of Buhari in all B u h a r i o v e r t h e sectors and people are now implementation of the joining the APC in stations agriculture transformation thousands,” he said. and National Social Governor Mai Mala Investment Programme Buni of Yobe State and (N-SIP), amongst others. Chairman, APC Caretaker PSC reinstates 21 officers, Extraordinary Convention The governor made the commendation at the Planning Committee, – Eddy Aina grand reception of Senator congratulated Bent for Grace Bent (PDP – joining the party. is name rings a bell in media circles. Buni, represented by the He once served as Chairman of the lifts suspension on one Adamawa South), who Nigerian Union of Journalists, Ogun former Senate President, H defected to the All State Council, for two terms. Mr. Edward he Police Service officers. Abuja at the weekend. over by the Chairman, Mr Progressives Congress Ken Nnamani, assured Abiodun Aina started his professional career Commission (PSC) Mr Ikechukwu Ani, Ani said that the Musiliu Smith. (APC) on Saturday in that she would be carried with the nation's model station, Ogun State ...only about 30 per cent of has approved the Head, Press and Public decision was reached at He said that some of the Yola. along and treated like Broadcasting Corporation (OGBC) and later T joined NTA, Abeokuta as a pioneer staff. From reinstatement of 21 police R e l a t i o n s o f t h e the 12th Plenary Meeting officers reinstated are Bent is a member of the other members of the registered voters actually S i m e o n A j i s a f e , NTA, he joined the National Broadcasting officers and directed the commission disclosed of the Commission held PDP Board of Trustees party. Commission (NBC) as Zonal Director in the “ Oluwatoyin Adesope, vote. There is voter apathy. promotion and payment of this in a statement in o n T u e s d a y a n d (BOT) before joining the In his remarks, Prof. East and later in Abuja from where he retired. Solomon Akika, Odianosen arrears of some of the Wednesday and presided APC and represented Tahir Mamman, an APC He is currently in charge of Sweet FM, You talk of voter Edward Abiodun Aina Endurance, Augustine stalwart, urged members Abeokuta. A patriot, humanist and A d a m a w a S o u t h commentator on national issues, Mr. Aina bares enlightenment. The parties M a d u f o r , I m a r i a b e then, Demola Badejo and I, we published a book You are right because only about 30 per cent of Senatorial District at the of the party to unite and his mind on sundry issues. Excerpts: Kaduna School Abduction: Parents hold Ikpomnwosa, Danladi support its leadership to themselves are not doing from our workshops titled “Communication and registered voters actually vote. There is voter Lengkang, Adamu Abare, N a t i o n a l A s s e m b l y Rural Development in Nigeria”. I advised the apathy. You talk of voter enlightenment. The between 2007 and 2011. enable it to win subsequent What is the trajectory of Eddy Aina? Chairman to encourage intellectual discourse Edwin Ochima and Dauda I was born in 1950, December 24 here in Ilaho, enough. When people take parties themselves are not doing enough. When Prayers for release of children Lamba. elections. rather than beer drinking. One Military Governor, people take money to vote, you have mortgaged Ikija, Abeokuta. I attended Oke Ona Primary Raji Rasaki advised Lagos NUJ to borrow a leaf istraught parents of the 121 to step up an effort to protect Baptist school would be raided money to vote, you have your right for four years. The politician will tell H e s a i d t h a t t h e School and African Church Grammar School, from Ogun NUJ then. abducted students of the lives and property of the and the students kidnapped. It commission had also lifted Budget Ministry advises MDAs Abeokuta. I attended Ahmaddiya College, you that they have paid you off. It is public citizens from bandits. had never happened. So we mortgaged your right for four enlightenment that we can do. Corporate DBethel Baptist secondary the suspension of Mr Agege for my HSC. In 1969, I taught History What is your advice to practitioners? Reverend Akanji disclosed believe in the strength of our Organisations can sponsor this kind of s c h o o l i n C h i k u n L o c a l on increased financial allocation to and Literature at MacJob Grammar School, years. The politician will tell I think current practitioners have to eschew that he has contacted Governor history. By calling the M o h a m m e d M u s a , a programmes. We can interface through traditional Government Area of Kaduna State Abeokuta briefly before going to Ibadan to selfishness. If I work in a Union for 12 years, I Nasir El-Rufai, who has Almighty God, our students Superintendent of Police media and NGOs. This is what NOA should be at the weekend held a prayer work with the Ministry of Industry in the you that they have paid you think somebody should bow out. Even if they say assured him of ongoing effort shall be returned to us,” monitoring, evaluation activities doing but unfortunately NOA is dead. You can't session for the rescue of their serving in the command in Registry. I passed a special examination and you should stay, you should bow out. It is a bit to rescue the students. Reverend Akanji said. owards ensuring the execution of projects and compare the NOA of Papa Isola Folorunso and children. Yobe but demobilised from was promoted to head the Registry. I got off. It is public enlightenment problematic because they took themselves to court. Despite the assurance, the Students of the Bethel expected outcomes Prof. Jerry Gana, they had the money and support Dressed in black outfits, the the Special Protection Unit, programmes, as it is taking admission to University of Ibadan in 1974 to The way out is for them to first withdraw the court cleric insists that the Baptist High School, Kaduna o n p r o j e c t s a n d that we can do. of Babangida. The current guys are starved of parents converged on the school Base 2, Lagos. T steps to domesticate the study Political Science and graduated in 1977. cases and settle the issue amicably. Even when you government's effort is not good were the latest victims of funds, they do not have the money. Well, maybe premises located along the Kaduna- programmes carried out by n a t i o n a l p o l i c y o n At UI, I played politics and I was the House go to war, you end up at the round table. The enough, saying that it must do k i d n a p p i n g i n t h e The public relation' s boss it is the policy of government to keep the Kachia Highway to hold the Ministries, Agencies and Monitoring and Evaluation. Secretary for Socials to the Adegboro Elders intervened on many occasions but they more to protect the lives of Northwestern state. said Musa was recalled by populace uneducated and un-elightened because prayers. Departments (MDAs), the In his words, " we are here Presidency. I did my NYSC in Port Harcourt stuck to their guns. Why would they not budge. I The parents and sympathisers, in citizens against bandits and It's been four days now t h e c o m m i s s i o n a n d there is an attempt to criminalise free speech. I Ogun State Commissioner today as the State Technical and I had four offers. I made up my mind that I It was very, very daunting because we were the don't know what the problem is. Maybe it is what tears, prayed to God to touch the other criminal elements. since the 121 students of the will canvass that more money should be given to awarded a punishment of for Budget and Planning, Mr. Working Committee on wanted to be a journalist. I was inspired by first set of Zonal Directors. No vehicles, we had people are gaining there that is not known to us. abductors' hearts and release the He also added that the school were taken away by Gbolabo Ogunsanwo and Horatio Agada of NOA and it should be properly re-organised. It severe reprimand. Olaolu Olabimtan has M&E to review the national to ride okada because I could not go with my should be re-structured to make it function up to 121 students in their custody Baptist Church would not be bandits to an unknown Radio Nigeria. When I was at Ahmadiya In Ogun State, we have about 16 radio stations. “He is facing charges of advocated for substantial vehicle. My first car was a Passat, brand new. I local level, the ward level, the grassroots because unconditionally. intimidated, noting that the destination. Two security p o l i c y i n a b i d t o College, I edited the Ahmadist magazine and in Is this a healthy development? disobedience to constituted i n c r e a s e i n f i n a n c i a l fell down twice on Okada in the course of doing Nigeria is 75 per cent rural. There must be a The students were abducted Church would continue to operatives were killed while domesticate in the state UI, I was a member of the Editorial Board of Well, if you look at our population, it is a healthy my job in Umuahia zone. Before I joined NBC, I deliberate effort to educate people about their from their hostels by bandits who provide quality education. trying to repel the bandits. An authority, absence from allocation to Monitoring and within the context of the the Zikmag. In UI, I joined the Black development but our economy cannot carry it now. had won election twice as NUJ Chairman in voting rights and responsibilities. The beauty of attacked the school last Monday. According to him, the Baptist estimated 950 students have duty, divided loyalty, Evaluation (M&E) activities national document”. Nationalist Movement because decolonization In the US, you have more than 2,000 radio stations Ogun State. This was why I was posted to the getting to vote for the right person who will give At the prayer meeting, the Church has for the past 166 been abducted by armed refusal to accept posting, in the State. Olabimtan expressed was going on the African continent. I loved and in Paris, France as you travel you hit different East. I was the first to do two terms and I you dividends of democracy. The media has a President of the Nigerian Baptist years operated secondary bandits in the Northern region, Olabimtan made the call in people who fought for their rights. In 1978, I radio stations every kilometer because they give discourteous behaviour to optimism that as a government encouraged education. We also had a monthly role to play and people should be willing to pay Convention, Reverend Israel schools in Nigeria. with many of such incidents joined OGBC with Lekan Ajia and Olurin and licences per state unlike when we started and we public and act unbecoming Abeokuta during the review that is committed to good lecture in Ogun NUJ then. We brought Dr. for media service because of the prohibitive cost Akanji led the prayers and asked the “Now, in our history, this is occurring in the northwest we were sent to the newsroom. I cut my teeth in gave licences on regional basis. We need thematic of a public officer. of the national policy on g o v e r n a n c e , t h e Onabanjo, Olatunji Dare, Tola Adeniyi and who of running media organizations and hyper government and security agencies the first time in 166 years that a zone. OGBC then. John Momoh, Manu Onumonu stations that will be dedicated to a genre or sector. M&E by the State Technical domestication of the is who in Journalism then. We encouraged inflation. NBC also allows only 12 per cent of “The officer in his and other icons were there then. OGBC was Like Brilla for sports, you have all news station, it Working Committee, saying training and re-training. It is sad that NUJ is adverts during a one hour programme. The cost representation has stated document will efficiently peopled by professionals. We had a corps of is only religion that you cannot do because the law that before now, required about entertainment now. It is sad that that the of infraction and regular fines. The future of that he did not indulge in the drive monitoring and news readers who will thrill you. We also had establishing NBC is against it. If you have owners library I named after Sola Odutayo is no more. broadcasting is bright provided the economic priority have not been given evaluation mechanism that the late SOS, Elegbede and others. At OGBC, I specializing, I think it is going to be good for the allegations levelled against By the time I retired and came back to Abeokuta, situation changes and stations specialize. t o M o n i t o r i n g a n d will ensure that government learnt the nitty gritty of news writing and had society. You have agric radio. My colleague and him and denied same while I did not meet a single book there again. We had Targetted at youths, entertainment like the Bruce Evaluation. and the people of the State get an all round experience moving from the friend at OGBC, Willy Thomas, came to NBC and pleading for exculpation. that intellectual bent during my term. We family so that more money will improve the According to him, the newroom to the reportorial and later the current requested for a meeting saying he wanted a station “He, however, recalls his value and the expected encouraged journalists to go to school. That situation. present administration will outcomes for projects being affairs department. I was a pioneer staff at experience and exposure was what made Dr. Tom for SMEs and got Capital FM approved for him. I encounter with the aides of NTA, Abeokuta. We had Biodun Adetuberu, ensure that it gets value for executed by government and Adaba to put me in the East. It was a nice was part of the Board that approved the station How do you unwind? a former IGP and his Demola Akinbami and Sola Odutayo and we the funds being released for experience because I was still organizing annual when he said it will benefit trade and economy. It I do a lot of writing. I have about 13 chapters in its agencies. covered events and it was very challenging. detention at the Maitama lectures on broadcasting. is good for the system provided people will 13 books. I also wrote “Ajanaku; the Odyssey of Later things got better, Gbenga Gbesan came in police station without any specialize. Unfortunately, our economy cannot a Political Activist. I am not a tee-totaller. I do and Sunkanmi and others joined us in NTA, What do you think can be done to bring back carry it because all the stations compete in the things with moderation. known offence. Abeokuta. In 1980, I went to University of Ife “The commission is CHANGE OF NAME the lost glory of Ogun NUJ? same market. Right now, it is expensive to run a I formerly known and addressed as Olabode to study International Relations at the Masters First and foremost, this idea of not wanting to station but with signal distributors, you just need What is the Ogun State of your dream? convinced, after going level. Late Dr. Femi Sonaike invited me to Temitope Abolanle, now wish to be known and leave office, sit tight syndrome is an anathema. your contents, you don't need a mast to be in I want a developed Ogun State. Ogun is the through his representation, teach News Writing at Ogun State Polytechnic Whatever you do, do it well. Even when I retired business. addressed as AKINDE TEMITOPE ABOLANLE. number One industrial hub. Let it impact in that he is not guilty as then. and Dimeji said I should be coming on air to technology, agriculture and other sectors. We charged and recalled him to All former documents remains valid. General public analyse and later I was asked to run Sweet FM Citizen engagement and enlightenment is very have to watch the way we use land now. We need When did you join the NBC? should please take note pro bono because of the pedigree. All we did low. What do you think can be done? land for agricultural development. Kaduna Baptist parents work,” he added. I joined the NBC in 1994 from NTA, Abeokuta. July 18, 2021 |21 July 18, 2021 |22 News Jigawa governor: Believe Media World it or not, Buhari has done well for Nigerians Badaru said the Buhari We need more o v e r n o r M u h a m m a d u administration had made GBadaru of Jigawa giant stride towards State said that President improving road, rail, Muhammadu Buhari has aviation and power done well for Nigerians in infrastructure as well as ensuring infrastructural various interventions thematic radio development to fast track designed to address social, sustainable social and economic and security economic development in challenges in the country the country. “Nigerians begin to see Badaru also lauded the effort of Buhari in all B u h a r i o v e r t h e sectors and people are now implementation of the joining the APC in stations agriculture transformation thousands,” he said. and National Social Governor Mai Mala Investment Programme Buni of Yobe State and (N-SIP), amongst others. Chairman, APC Caretaker PSC reinstates 21 officers, Extraordinary Convention The governor made the commendation at the Planning Committee, – Eddy Aina grand reception of Senator congratulated Bent for Grace Bent (PDP – joining the party. is name rings a bell in media circles. Buni, represented by the He once served as Chairman of the lifts suspension on one Adamawa South), who Nigerian Union of Journalists, Ogun former Senate President, H defected to the All State Council, for two terms. Mr. Edward he Police Service officers. Abuja at the weekend. over by the Chairman, Mr Progressives Congress Ken Nnamani, assured Abiodun Aina started his professional career Commission (PSC) Mr Ikechukwu Ani, Ani said that the Musiliu Smith. (APC) on Saturday in that she would be carried with the nation's model station, Ogun State ...only about 30 per cent of has approved the Head, Press and Public decision was reached at He said that some of the Yola. along and treated like Broadcasting Corporation (OGBC) and later T joined NTA, Abeokuta as a pioneer staff. From reinstatement of 21 police R e l a t i o n s o f t h e the 12th Plenary Meeting officers reinstated are Bent is a member of the other members of the registered voters actually S i m e o n A j i s a f e , NTA, he joined the National Broadcasting officers and directed the commission disclosed of the Commission held PDP Board of Trustees party. Commission (NBC) as Zonal Director in the “ Oluwatoyin Adesope, vote. There is voter apathy. promotion and payment of this in a statement in o n T u e s d a y a n d (BOT) before joining the In his remarks, Prof. East and later in Abuja from where he retired. Solomon Akika, Odianosen arrears of some of the Wednesday and presided APC and represented Tahir Mamman, an APC He is currently in charge of Sweet FM, You talk of voter Edward Abiodun Aina Endurance, Augustine stalwart, urged members Abeokuta. A patriot, humanist and A d a m a w a S o u t h commentator on national issues, Mr. Aina bares enlightenment. The parties M a d u f o r , I m a r i a b e then, Demola Badejo and I, we published a book You are right because only about 30 per cent of Senatorial District at the of the party to unite and his mind on sundry issues. Excerpts: Kaduna School Abduction: Parents hold Ikpomnwosa, Danladi support its leadership to themselves are not doing from our workshops titled “Communication and registered voters actually vote. There is voter Lengkang, Adamu Abare, N a t i o n a l A s s e m b l y Rural Development in Nigeria”. I advised the apathy. You talk of voter enlightenment. The between 2007 and 2011. enable it to win subsequent What is the trajectory of Eddy Aina? Chairman to encourage intellectual discourse Edwin Ochima and Dauda I was born in 1950, December 24 here in Ilaho, enough. When people take parties themselves are not doing enough. When Prayers for release of children Lamba. elections. rather than beer drinking. One Military Governor, people take money to vote, you have mortgaged Ikija, Abeokuta. I attended Oke Ona Primary Raji Rasaki advised Lagos NUJ to borrow a leaf istraught parents of the 121 to step up an effort to protect Baptist school would be raided money to vote, you have your right for four years. The politician will tell H e s a i d t h a t t h e School and African Church Grammar School, from Ogun NUJ then. abducted students of the lives and property of the and the students kidnapped. It commission had also lifted Budget Ministry advises MDAs Abeokuta. I attended Ahmaddiya College, you that they have paid you off. It is public citizens from bandits. had never happened. So we mortgaged your right for four enlightenment that we can do. Corporate DBethel Baptist secondary the suspension of Mr Agege for my HSC. In 1969, I taught History What is your advice to practitioners? Reverend Akanji disclosed believe in the strength of our Organisations can sponsor this kind of s c h o o l i n C h i k u n L o c a l on increased financial allocation to and Literature at MacJob Grammar School, years. The politician will tell I think current practitioners have to eschew that he has contacted Governor history. By calling the M o h a m m e d M u s a , a programmes. We can interface through traditional Government Area of Kaduna State Abeokuta briefly before going to Ibadan to selfishness. If I work in a Union for 12 years, I Nasir El-Rufai, who has Almighty God, our students Superintendent of Police media and NGOs. This is what NOA should be at the weekend held a prayer work with the Ministry of Industry in the you that they have paid you think somebody should bow out. Even if they say assured him of ongoing effort shall be returned to us,” monitoring, evaluation activities doing but unfortunately NOA is dead. You can't session for the rescue of their serving in the command in Registry. I passed a special examination and you should stay, you should bow out. It is a bit to rescue the students. Reverend Akanji said. owards ensuring the execution of projects and compare the NOA of Papa Isola Folorunso and children. Yobe but demobilised from was promoted to head the Registry. I got off. It is public enlightenment problematic because they took themselves to court. Despite the assurance, the Students of the Bethel expected outcomes Prof. Jerry Gana, they had the money and support Dressed in black outfits, the the Special Protection Unit, programmes, as it is taking admission to University of Ibadan in 1974 to The way out is for them to first withdraw the court cleric insists that the Baptist High School, Kaduna o n p r o j e c t s a n d that we can do. of Babangida. The current guys are starved of parents converged on the school Base 2, Lagos. T steps to domesticate the study Political Science and graduated in 1977. cases and settle the issue amicably. Even when you government's effort is not good were the latest victims of funds, they do not have the money. Well, maybe premises located along the Kaduna- programmes carried out by n a t i o n a l p o l i c y o n At UI, I played politics and I was the House go to war, you end up at the round table. The enough, saying that it must do k i d n a p p i n g i n t h e The public relation' s boss it is the policy of government to keep the Kachia Highway to hold the Ministries, Agencies and Monitoring and Evaluation. Secretary for Socials to the Adegboro Elders intervened on many occasions but they more to protect the lives of Northwestern state. said Musa was recalled by populace uneducated and un-elightened because prayers. Departments (MDAs), the In his words, " we are here Presidency. I did my NYSC in Port Harcourt stuck to their guns. Why would they not budge. I The parents and sympathisers, in citizens against bandits and It's been four days now t h e c o m m i s s i o n a n d there is an attempt to criminalise free speech. I Ogun State Commissioner today as the State Technical and I had four offers. I made up my mind that I It was very, very daunting because we were the don't know what the problem is. Maybe it is what tears, prayed to God to touch the other criminal elements. since the 121 students of the will canvass that more money should be given to awarded a punishment of for Budget and Planning, Mr. Working Committee on wanted to be a journalist. I was inspired by first set of Zonal Directors. No vehicles, we had people are gaining there that is not known to us. abductors' hearts and release the He also added that the school were taken away by Gbolabo Ogunsanwo and Horatio Agada of NOA and it should be properly re-organised. It severe reprimand. Olaolu Olabimtan has M&E to review the national to ride okada because I could not go with my should be re-structured to make it function up to 121 students in their custody Baptist Church would not be bandits to an unknown Radio Nigeria. When I was at Ahmadiya In Ogun State, we have about 16 radio stations. “He is facing charges of advocated for substantial vehicle. My first car was a Passat, brand new. I local level, the ward level, the grassroots because unconditionally. intimidated, noting that the destination. Two security p o l i c y i n a b i d t o College, I edited the Ahmadist magazine and in Is this a healthy development? disobedience to constituted i n c r e a s e i n f i n a n c i a l fell down twice on Okada in the course of doing Nigeria is 75 per cent rural. There must be a The students were abducted Church would continue to operatives were killed while domesticate in the state UI, I was a member of the Editorial Board of Well, if you look at our population, it is a healthy my job in Umuahia zone. Before I joined NBC, I deliberate effort to educate people about their from their hostels by bandits who provide quality education. trying to repel the bandits. An authority, absence from allocation to Monitoring and within the context of the the Zikmag. In UI, I joined the Black development but our economy cannot carry it now. had won election twice as NUJ Chairman in voting rights and responsibilities. The beauty of attacked the school last Monday. According to him, the Baptist estimated 950 students have duty, divided loyalty, Evaluation (M&E) activities national document”. Nationalist Movement because decolonization In the US, you have more than 2,000 radio stations Ogun State. This was why I was posted to the getting to vote for the right person who will give At the prayer meeting, the Church has for the past 166 been abducted by armed refusal to accept posting, in the State. Olabimtan expressed was going on the African continent. I loved and in Paris, France as you travel you hit different East. I was the first to do two terms and I you dividends of democracy. The media has a President of the Nigerian Baptist years operated secondary bandits in the Northern region, Olabimtan made the call in people who fought for their rights. In 1978, I radio stations every kilometer because they give discourteous behaviour to optimism that as a government encouraged education. We also had a monthly role to play and people should be willing to pay Convention, Reverend Israel schools in Nigeria. with many of such incidents joined OGBC with Lekan Ajia and Olurin and licences per state unlike when we started and we public and act unbecoming Abeokuta during the review that is committed to good lecture in Ogun NUJ then. We brought Dr. for media service because of the prohibitive cost Akanji led the prayers and asked the “Now, in our history, this is occurring in the northwest we were sent to the newsroom. I cut my teeth in gave licences on regional basis. We need thematic of a public officer. of the national policy on g o v e r n a n c e , t h e Onabanjo, Olatunji Dare, Tola Adeniyi and who of running media organizations and hyper government and security agencies the first time in 166 years that a zone. OGBC then. John Momoh, Manu Onumonu stations that will be dedicated to a genre or sector. M&E by the State Technical domestication of the is who in Journalism then. We encouraged inflation. NBC also allows only 12 per cent of “The officer in his and other icons were there then. OGBC was Like Brilla for sports, you have all news station, it Working Committee, saying training and re-training. It is sad that NUJ is adverts during a one hour programme. The cost representation has stated document will efficiently peopled by professionals. We had a corps of is only religion that you cannot do because the law that before now, required about entertainment now. It is sad that that the of infraction and regular fines. The future of that he did not indulge in the drive monitoring and news readers who will thrill you. We also had establishing NBC is against it. If you have owners library I named after Sola Odutayo is no more. broadcasting is bright provided the economic priority have not been given evaluation mechanism that the late SOS, Elegbede and others. At OGBC, I specializing, I think it is going to be good for the allegations levelled against By the time I retired and came back to Abeokuta, situation changes and stations specialize. t o M o n i t o r i n g a n d will ensure that government learnt the nitty gritty of news writing and had society. You have agric radio. My colleague and him and denied same while I did not meet a single book there again. We had Targetted at youths, entertainment like the Bruce Evaluation. and the people of the State get an all round experience moving from the friend at OGBC, Willy Thomas, came to NBC and pleading for exculpation. that intellectual bent during my term. We family so that more money will improve the According to him, the newroom to the reportorial and later the current requested for a meeting saying he wanted a station “He, however, recalls his value and the expected encouraged journalists to go to school. That situation. present administration will outcomes for projects being affairs department. I was a pioneer staff at experience and exposure was what made Dr. Tom for SMEs and got Capital FM approved for him. I encounter with the aides of NTA, Abeokuta. We had Biodun Adetuberu, ensure that it gets value for executed by government and Adaba to put me in the East. It was a nice was part of the Board that approved the station How do you unwind? a former IGP and his Demola Akinbami and Sola Odutayo and we the funds being released for experience because I was still organizing annual when he said it will benefit trade and economy. It I do a lot of writing. I have about 13 chapters in its agencies. covered events and it was very challenging. detention at the Maitama lectures on broadcasting. is good for the system provided people will 13 books. I also wrote “Ajanaku; the Odyssey of Later things got better, Gbenga Gbesan came in police station without any specialize. Unfortunately, our economy cannot a Political Activist. I am not a tee-totaller. I do and Sunkanmi and others joined us in NTA, What do you think can be done to bring back carry it because all the stations compete in the things with moderation. known offence. Abeokuta. In 1980, I went to University of Ife “The commission is CHANGE OF NAME the lost glory of Ogun NUJ? same market. Right now, it is expensive to run a I formerly known and addressed as Olabode to study International Relations at the Masters First and foremost, this idea of not wanting to station but with signal distributors, you just need What is the Ogun State of your dream? convinced, after going level. Late Dr. Femi Sonaike invited me to Temitope Abolanle, now wish to be known and leave office, sit tight syndrome is an anathema. your contents, you don't need a mast to be in I want a developed Ogun State. Ogun is the through his representation, teach News Writing at Ogun State Polytechnic Whatever you do, do it well. Even when I retired business. addressed as AKINDE TEMITOPE ABOLANLE. number One industrial hub. Let it impact in that he is not guilty as then. and Dimeji said I should be coming on air to technology, agriculture and other sectors. We charged and recalled him to All former documents remains valid. General public analyse and later I was asked to run Sweet FM Citizen engagement and enlightenment is very have to watch the way we use land now. We need When did you join the NBC? should please take note pro bono because of the pedigree. All we did low. What do you think can be done? land for agricultural development. Kaduna Baptist parents work,” he added. I joined the NBC in 1994 from NTA, Abeokuta. July 18, 2021 |23 July 18, 2021 |9 News Trendy Oba Erinwole Road: Abiodun Woman Gowon to Nigerian youths: Don't drag orders contractor to complete the nation into another civil war project in two weeks gun State governor, of the road had begun to ormer Head of State and Dapo Abiodun, has depreciate and we decided to e l d e r s t a t e s m a n , Ogiven the contractor intervene particularly for the FGeneral Yakubu Gowon handling the reconstruction of convenience of our people has warned youths in the the Oba Erinwole Road in living here and the socio- The world of Aso Ebi country not to drag the nation Sagamu, two weeks to economic development of the into a civil war that may spell complete the project. town itself". permanent doom for Nigerians. Abiodun who gave the He noted that though the He warned that a new civil order on Thursday while road represents an important w a r w i l l t a k e N i g e r i a inspecting the level of work on by-pass to the people of the backwards in harrowing and the four-kilometre road, town, some portions had unimaginable dimensions. expressed dissatisfaction with become impassable and General Gowon issued the the slow pace of work, and nightmare to the residents, warning at the weekend in urged the State Commissioner hence, his government's Abuja during a public lecture for Works, Ade Akinsanya to intervention to save the on “Rejigging the Security ensure the job was completed people and the state from Architecture of Nigeria. in the next two weeks. u n t o l d h a r d s h i p a n d The former head of state was "I am not impressed with embarrassment. the speed of work on this road. The project, according to the represented by a former I have directed that the job governor, is in line with his Governor of Bauchi State, most be delivered in the next administration's transformation Major General Chris Abutu Former Head of State, Yakubu Gowon two weeks. The caves must be and infrastructural development Garuba. rehabilitated, streetlight going on across the state, He described war as an occasion, a Professor of The University Don in the war period, family replaced and the road margin emphasizing that Sagamu as one unpleasant situation adding African History, Peace cautioned those drumming members would not know fixed", he said. of the major towns in the state that those who have fallen and Conflict Studies, war drums, adding that each other adding for this He explained that the initial would also benefit. victims to it would not wish University of Ibadan, Nigerians will gain nothing reason, “let us do those things contract was to repair the He disclosed that similar that Nigeria goes into another Professor Isaac Olawale from it in the end. that will unite us to fight failed section which was the projects were ongoing By: Oluwaseun Boye one outside of the one fought designers creatively making outfits for special Albert said going into war Former Benue State insecurity jointly”. lowest part of the road, adding simultaneously in 18 local occasions to meet the taste of their rich and measuring their financial status in order to ensure between 1967 and 1970. will only escalate the Governor, George Akume National Commandant of that the need to repair the government areas of Ogun. ccording to Wikipedia, Aso- ebi is a uniform wealthy customers, aso ebi outfits has become a everyone is comfortable with the price of the fabric. Gowon expressed deep problems confronting the o n h i s p a r t w a r n e d the Peace Corps Ambassador entire stretch of the road from "We are also doing similar dress that is traditionally worn in Nigeria and regular today, it is almost impossible to conceive Quality of fabric:The durability of the fabric concerns over the growing allows it to stand the test of time. Genuine fabrics are nation. politicians to stop making Dickson Akoh said the t h e S a g a m u - B e n i n p r o j e c t s i n 1 8 l o c a l Asome West African cultures as an indicator of of an event or party in Nigeria especially in the tension among the youths and cooperation and solidarity during ceremonies and preferred because it will serve as memorabilia to your “If you see war, you will inflammatory statements current high level of Expressway to Ikorodu government areas of the state. Southwest states without aso-ebi. From ...no matter the reasons behind appealed to the federal festive periods. The purpose of wearing the dress can traditional marriages to weddings, birthday guests, it will be highly embarrassing if the material run. It is only those who capable of breaking up the unemployment of youth is a Junction, was to ensure that This is not an exception; it has government to take up the be to serve as self-identification with age mates, parties, festivals, thanksgiving services, corporate your choice of Aso-Ebi, whether begins to tear or fade after the first wash. The most have never seen war that n a t i o n . A k u m e n o w time bomb and appealed to the road was completely done. b e c o m e a n o r m t h a t relatives or friends during social occasions or events. and society events, aso-ebi has become a “ expensive fabric is usually deemed to be the most challenge. Minister under President the federal government to Abiodun added: "This part characterizes the Building can call for it. It does not the vibes, elegance or style, ladies quality but this is not necessarily the case always.You Also speaking at the Affordability of fabrics such as Ankara, Lace and phenomenon. pay anyone. Muhammadu Buhari said quickly tackle the challenge. of the town is one of the prime our Future Together' agenda headgear has contributed to the popularity of uniform A visit to worship places, social gatherings let moderacy be your watchword need to go fabric shopping with someone who is areas and the value of property of our administration", dressing for social occasions in this part of the world. and sometimes office get- to- gether, confirm the experienced in fabric shopping to avoid being as a result of the bad condition Abiodun submitted. Today, the practice has gone beyond family fact that the aso-ebi trend has taken firm root. As when buying Aso-Ebi swindled. dressing because associates, well wishers, "friends of for naming ceremonies and graduation parties, Quantity of Fabric:The joy of finding that perfect Ogun LG polls: Don't make empty promises friends", extended families of celebrant do wear the the fashion fever rages on. Aso-Ebi fabric could all come to an abrupt end after Aso ebi. finding out that it is out of stock or insufficient to Oyo Governor appoints Segun According to findings, Aso ebi can be traced to an Factors to consider when choosing Aso-ebi materials and styles. They usually prefer the Ankara cater for the number of invitees. It is crucial to reach an agreement with the vendor, making sure your to electorate, Abiodun tells APC candidates earlier period when members of Yoruba age grades Fabrics differ and they all display usually mixing it with a different material all Ogunwuyi as new Chief of Staff wear uniform dressing to mark fraternal bonds. In the differingcharacteristics; therefore, proper together to create a glamourous outfit in skirts and requested number of yards are available and stored s Ogun state is their promises. a d m i n i s t r a t i o n t o they remain a vital part to 1950s, members of women organizations or research must be carried out to ascertain what blouses, kaftan to mention a few. Cotton is very away. You can also reach a compromise with the "Our people do not ask d i s c h a r g e t h e i r your victory", he said. yo State Governor, As the DG of OYSIPPA, "regberegbes" turn out to ceremonies and comfortable to wear during the hot weather. vendor to procure more fabrics from the merchant if inching towards the material will suit the occasion. Choosing Aso- conduct of the local for too much. What they responsibilities in line The governor described Seyi Makinde, has Ogunwuyi's midwife series anniversaries of relatives in the same style of dress, Ebi has become a vital part of event planning in Tradition: Depending on the tribe, Aso-Ebi it is in limited supply. A appointed Segun h i s a d m i n i s t r a t i o n ' s of Investment initiatives headgears, necklace, a culture which signifies close fabrics could vary. For burial parties, Aso-Oke is Distribution: The logistics of getting the Aso-Ebi government polls, the state ask for is, when you make with the constitutional O Nigerian circles for virtually all occasions. It is Ogunwuyi as his Chief of friendship. The uniform dressing can also be a mostly preferred by the elders within the family. to every interested person could get very hectic governor, Prince Dapo a promise, make sure you provision, charging them achievements in the last two including the Alternative known to add color, flavor and style to the party, Staff. measure of personal affluence, because Aso ebi Customs and culture are also determining factors during the wedding or event planning. Getting an Abiodun has called on the fulfill it", Abiodun stated. to keep the good work till years as unprecedented, Project Funding Approach besides, it gives the guests a sense of belonging According to a letter signed involves rivalry between various egbes or groups with in this regard . Aso-Ebi vendor that can distribute the fabrics to the c h a i r m a n s h i p a n d He disclosed that his the end of their tenure. saying "governance in the (APFA), has helped the state in the event. on Monday, July 5 by the each group competing to outshine each other in terms Fabrics used for Aso-Ebi ranges from Ankara, Colours: The personal preference of the host comfort of customers' homes cuts down a lot in terms councillorship candidates of decision not to be Abiodun noted that state has been redefined by in the execution of critical Secretary to the State of quality, originality and richness of the uniform. lace, velvet and any other suitable material. Aso- overrides any other factor when choosing of energy and time, saving all unnecessary stress. the All Progressives Congress involved in picking the APC in the state has fulfilling promises and infrastructure projects. From the mid 1960s to the late 1970s, imported colors.You can choose between complementary Right Timing: The Aso-Ebi has to get to your G o v e r n m e n t ( S S G ) , Ebi is not peculiar to Yoruba people, it is worn by (APC), not to make frivolous candidates was to ensure become bigger, saying ensuring that no section of Ogunwuyi, a former lace and george were incorporated into Nigerian Africans of all tribes. colors and contrasting colors.Complementary friends and family in time, so everyone can tailor the the state has development to O l u b a m i w o A d e o s u n , member of the Oyo State fabrics and they became popular items used for Aso colors show togetherness and unity.Contrasting fabric to their taste. This allows the customers enough promises to the electorate. that all stakeholders in the "this was made possible party have their inputs on by our administration's the detriment of others". Ogunwuyi's appointment is House of Assembly, was in ebi, not leaving out the popular Ankara fabric. colors allows the event and attendees to stand out. time to make needed adjustment before the day The governor made the call with immediate effect. TYPES OF FABRICS FOR ASO-EBI who emerges the party's hard, methodical and In his remarks, the 2015, elected as the member Increased demand for handcrafted traditional dresses Event Theme: The theme of the event has to be proper. at a meeting with the party's Ogunwuyi, was in 2019, such as boubous, oleku, kaftan, skirts and blouses, iro ANKARA: It is relatively cheap and modern, taken into consideration when choosing the right Speaking with a party rocker, Mrs. Ayobami flag bearers in the local deliberate work as well as Chairman of the Party, Yemi representing Ogbomoso it is very popular among the younger generation. 20 chairmanship and 236 named Executive Assistant to and buba among others led to a resurgence of tailors colors. Other things to consider are your styles and Adeoye, she her love for Aso-Ebi is second to none, councillorship candidates at government election. p a r t i c i p a t o r y a n d S a n u s i , w h i l e North/South and Oriire It is also manufactured in western countries. It is the Governor on Investment. Federal Constituency in the and fashion designers specialized in making native trendy colors. When choosing two colours or multi- Aso-ebi makes events colourful and unique. "It saves the Presidential Lodge, The governor advised inclusive posture which c o n g r a t u l a t i n g t h e attires. The tailors strived to meet the increasing a versatile material and can be used for hats, bags colour patterns, you have to consider the skin the stress of looking for what to wear and what He was later appointed House of Representatives. and blazers. This is 100% cotton fabric with Abeokuta, recently. the party candidates to tap attracted others to our chairmanship candidates, demand and designs of uniform dressing, sometimes complexion of your guests.Avoid choosing too colours to match with the fabric. I love to sew my noted that the meeting was Director-General of the Oyo He holds a B.Sc. degree in with the aid of the fashion pages of magazines to colorful patterns. It is commonly referred to as much black because of the symbolic meaning of Aso-Ebi into lovely kaftans and boubous, so I can Abiodun admonished them from the experience of the party. State Investment and Public, African wax or Holland wax. to interface with all the Accounting and a Master of make style choices. this color. Ensure you communicate your carry myself well and stand out at parties. I attend to stand by their promises and L o c a l G o v e r n m e n t "I can tell you that all Private Partnership Agency Organza Fabric: This is a West African fabric candidates and fashion out Business Administration The rise of Aso ebi also coincided with an intense personality through the colors you pick so that you parties a lot, but the ones that stand out are the ones work towards leaving a Transitional Chairmen, members of our House of (OYSIPPPA), following the with stones and it is known for its beauty. This winning ways in the coming (MBA) from the Obafemi market of fashion and lifestyles magazines in the cities feel comfortable and confident. with uniforms, apart from food and the set ups, aso legacy in their various local who according to him Assembly are in our party. passage of the law setting up material is bright and colorful. ebi makes occasions unique, no discrimination as local government election. Awolowo University, Ile-Ife. whereby tailors look at designs for inspiration and Uniqueness: Everyone wants a fabric that is not government areas. h a v e p e r f o r m e d Almost all the past the agency. their patrons buy the magazines to see whether they Lace Fabric: Lace fabric is classy, elegant and too common or available, otherwise you appear everyone appears in same fabric " she noted. Speaking on behalf of the usually one color or multi- colour, making it Explaining that the meeting excellently well in the last g o v e r n o r s , d e p u t y featured in it, recently, the online blogs, Instagram and tacky and ill prepared. On the other hand, if the In a contrary opinion, Mrs. Tina Idowu said though was held to officially flag off 20 months. governors in the State are Chairmen of the Local Facebook platforms are new avenues of showcasing distinct. fabric is unique and beautiful, invitees will Aso-Ebi makes the event unique, but sometimes she Aso-Oke: This cloth is handmade (weaved) the LG election campaign, the "I have received good with us. This is not by Government Transitional different styles, people and events. patronize them quickly without a fuss. Individuality does not agree with the materials and colour match. " Committee, Semiu Lawal, However, in recent times, Aso-Ebi has become a and designed by the Yoruba tribe and it is worn is key if you want to stand out and shine on your One thing that is important in fashion is comfort. No Governor disclosed that the reports from the people accident. It is the result of city phenomenon that has diffused to other West for chieftaincy, festivals, engagements, burial or memorable day. The fabric should be expressive matter what you choose to wear at any time, to any party went through tough about their performances. inclusiveness that made thanked the governor for the African cultures. Dealers of imported and local textile even birthdays and other events. and add vibrancy to the celebrations. event comfort is key! t i m e i n c h o o s i n g i t s They have carried out people from other parties opportunity given them to Velvet: It is a type of woven tufted fabric in materials have also benefited from the boom in Pattern or Fabric design: Fabric design affects I basically live by this rule, that is why I may not representatives for the polls. repairs of schools, to join us", he said. serve the people, while demand for uniform dressing. Some textile dealers which the cut threads are evenly distributed, with invitees enthusiastic towards procuring the fabric. totally support wearing aso-ebi sometimes, I like my submitting that the a short dense pile, giving it a distinctive soft feel. He added that special p r i m a r y h e a l t h c a r e While urging the party offer consultation services and bulk rates for the The fabric should be versatile and easy to sew. fabrics simple, yet classy and absolutely comfortable, precaution was taken to centres and embarked on flag bearers to key into the Committees had executed choice and cost of the dress and fabrics. While the Velvet has made a comeback in the fashion Cotton patterned clothing are very functional for so, if the Aso-Ebi does not comply with my world for party rockers. ensure rancour-free primaries electrification projects", vision and programmes of more than 200 projects in price of fabrics in sewing the traditional attire is these purposes. The texture allows the material to specifications, I see it as spending without value , so I the last 20 months. affordable, the aso ebi practice is still sometimes used be used for different styles. don't support it outrightly, not to say I don't wear so as not to tear the party Abiodun noted. the state government and as an identification with affluence, some wear THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN Trending Fabrics: By following trendy fashion them". apart. He pointed out that the be ready to reach out to H e e x p r e s s e d t h e expensive embroidery and extra layers of cloth, CHOOSING MATERIALS/FABRICS FOR blogs and social media pages, you can keep up with So, no matter the reasons behind your choice of "Do not make promises you feats recorded by the those who contested with readiness of the transition whereas others, who could not afford a whole outfit, ASOEBI FOR WOMEN the trending fabrics used in events.Every woman Aso-Ebi, whether the vibes, elegance or style, ladies c a n n o t f u l f i l l . B e Transitional Chairmen them, Abiodun advised committee chairmen to added only matching tops and head gears. Comfort: With the older generation, cotton or desires to look beautiful and stand out during these let moderacy be your watchword when buying Aso- c h a r a c t e r i s e d a s t h a t was as a result of his that the race should not be work with the party's Additionally, aso- ebi has become an attire of class lace is their preferred fabric, sewing it into Iro events. Ebi! promise to empower the a winner takes all affair. candidates to ensure victory and Buba for the Females. The younger administration, that chairmen worn by celebrities and elites in recent times, Cost :Before fixing a cost on your Aso-Ebi, you Oluwaseun Boye writes via and councillors who fulfil l o c a l g o v e r n m e n t "Work with them as at the LG polls. especially the Nigerian Nollywood stars. With fashion generation are more adventurous with their have to consider the calibre of the guests, [email protected] Segun Ogunwuyi SPACE FOR SALE

SP RTS Italy are European Champions! he Azzurris of Italy have won the 2020 TE u r o p e a n ...Beat England 3-2 on penalties Championship edging England out on penalties after 120 minutes at Wembley Stadium. The energy sapping m a t c h e x t e n d e d t o penalties after playing 1- 1. England shot into the lead through Luke Shaw just two minutes into the m a t c h w h i l e I t a l y equalised in the 66th minute. Rashford, Sancho and Bukayo Saka missed their penalties for England while Belotti and Jorginho lost the penaties for Italy. The victory brings Italy's record to 34 unbeaten matches. Italy's goalkeeper, Gianluigi Donarumma emerged as the Player of the Tournament while Ronaldo emerged as the Top Scorer with 5 goals. England last won a major trophy in 1966 when it won the World Cup. STAND UP FOR THE CHAMPIONS: Italian players celebrating with the coveted trophy I can't explain how happy I feel –Messi Messi was named the Player had always eluded him. of the Tournament at the Copa He won the Under-20 World America and shared the Cup and an Olympic gold medal competition's Golden Boot with with the U23s but tasted defeat in the Colombia's Luis Diaz. Both 2007, 2015 and 2016 Copa America players scored four goals. Messi finals and was on the losing side also laid on five assists. against Germany in the 2014 World At full-time, the Argentina Cup final in Brazil. players raced towards Messi and Messi, who broke Javier threw him in the air in Mascherano's appearance record recognition of his role in their run for Argentina during the Nigeria stuns U.S. men's basketball to the final. tournament, moving on to 151 caps, Messi, who is a free agent now wants Argentina to take their team in first pre-Olympic exhibition after his Barcelona contract form into next year's World Cup in igeria's basketball team, the “I thought that the Nigerian oments after winning the Maracana ended the Albiceleste's expired on June 30, also shared Qatar, when he will be 35. D'Tigers shocked the United team played very physically, did a COPA America for the 28-year wait for a trophy. an intimate moment at full-time "When you win, you have to NStates 90-87 in a pre-Olympic great job in that regard and knocked basketball friendly in Las Vegas, down a lot of 3s,” U.S. coach Gregg first time, Argentina's "I was close many times," a with Brazil's Neymar and take advantage of that momentum," M Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni, Nevada, on Sunday. Popovich said. captain, Lionel Messi is in dream visibly emotional Messi told he said. "It's easier when results who he later paid tribute to. Nigeria, with six NBA players and “I'm kind of glad it happened,” land for experiencing the moment he reporters after the match. "I knew accompany you. We must take former NBA head coach, Mike Brown "It's to the merit of Scaloni USA head coach Gregg Popovich had been dreaming of, the one he it would happen eventually. I am advantage of this win and this at the helm, became the first African said, noting that the Nigerians have wasn't sure would ever arrive which grateful to God for giving me this because of everything he's done selection of players. nation to beat the USA, who were had the luxury of training together finally happened. moment, in Brazil against Brazil. and what he's built," the forward "I told them they're the national playing the first of a five of tune-up since late June while the US side had He spoke of his relief after finally I think He was saving this added. "The process with him team of the future and I was not games before the Tokyo Olympics. assembled just four days earlier. ending his trophy drought with moment for me. started three years ago and it's wrong. They proved it by winning The United States were without Popovich said the defeat should be three players still active in the NBA Argentina by winning the Copa been constant growth. this Copa. We've been working seen as a learning experience and "I still don't think we are Finals. not “the end of the world.” America 1-0 against Brazil in Rio de aware of what we have done, "He knew how to build a together for a while now. It's a great spectacular group, a winning Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant Nigeria's win came nine years Janeiro on Sunday. beyond becoming champions. group of guys. I am happy to be led the Americans with 17 points. group. He deserves the after the United States crushed the Messi, 34, had previously tasted Now we're really happy, part of this group." Jayson Tatum added 15, Damian Nigerians 156-73 at the London defeat in three Copa finals and one celebrating, but this is a game recognition. It's been a long time After a long season, Messi will Lillard had 14 and Bam Adebayo, with Olympics. The United States, who World Cup final with Argentina, with for the history books, beating since Argentina were champions now have some time off with his Nigerian root, had 11. have won three Olympic men's his critics, at home and abroad, often Brazil in a final in Brazil. of South America and we've won future at club level unresolved. Nigeria, which had 12 NBA basketball titles since settling for questioning his ability to lead his "It's crazy. I can't explain it again under him." Barca president Joan Laporta has players in its 49-man training camp in bronze in 2004, are looking to regain California and seven in uniform on country to silverware. Messi has won everything in said Messi wants to sign a new global dominance after finishing in how happy I feel. I've been sad Sunday, was led by Gabe Vincent with seventh at the 2019 FIBA World However, at the fifth time of many times with Argentina after the club game with Barcelona and deal, but the club's financial has been named the best player in 21 points. Caleb Agada scored 17 Cup. “Nigeria's come a long way asking, Messi finally won a major tournaments but I knew it would problems are holding up points, Ike Nwamu added 13 and the world on six occasions. with their basketball,” USA final with Argentina as Angel Di happen and there's no better registering a potential new deal Nigeria outscored the U.S. 60-30 from Basketball managing director Jerry Maria's 22nd-minute goal at the moment. This team deserved it." Success with Argentina, though, with La Liga. 3-point range. Colangelo said".

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