Dear compatriots of Ondo South Senatorial District, it has become pertinent to address crucial issues in the buildup to the governorship election in our dear state, Ondo State in September 2024. We wish to state that the demise of Arakurin Rotimi Akeredolu indeed created a vacuum in the political landscape in Ondo state. The unfortunate incident left a hole in our hearts, and our prayers are with the families he left behind. We commiserate with the entire people of Ondo State even as we pray for God to heal our…
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2024 Budget: NASS Leadership, Appropriation Chairmen Recommended for National Honours
For putting in utmost patriotism in the build up to the passage of the 2024 Appropriation Bill; a foremost Civil Society Group in Africa has recommended the leadership of the National Assembly to be honored by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Centre for Africa Liberation and Socio- Economic Rights (CALSER), in a press statement signed on Sunday by Dr. Michael Adama, the Executive Director, also acknowledged the Chairman, Senate Committee on Appropriation, Senator Adeola Solomon Olamilekan and his House of Representatives counterpart, Hon. Abubakar Bichi, as those worthy of national honours.…
Read MoreN586m Allegation Against Betta Edu: Spurious and Unrealistic By Mischief Makers – Emaluji
Human right & Socio-political activist, Comrade Emaluji Michael Sunday has described as spurious and unrealistic the allegations being peddled against the Hon. Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu on the alleged diversion of N586m into a private account. According to Emaluji, the vile and malicious publication making the rounds on various media outlets by faceless hirelings is spurious, unrealistic and baseless in an attempt to tarnish the reputable image built by the Hon. Minister in her years as public servant. “ The office of the Accountant General…
Read MoreFestus Keyamo: Timely Transformation of Nigeria’s Aviation Sector
By Toby Prince In a country where the aviation sector was once deemed untouchable, shrouded in tales of evil spirits and insurmountable challenges, a new force has emerged. Festus, the son of Keyamo, has stepped onto the scene, armed with a determination and fearlessness that sets him apart. The Nigerian aviation sector once shrouded in turbulence and whispers of untouchables and “evil spirits,” has found itself navigating a curious calm under the helm of a Festus Keyamo. While some may see him as simply the son of the renowned lawyer…
Read MoreX-raying President Tinubu’s Humanitarian Efforts
By Haruna Ibrahim Nigeria, a vibrant nation brimming with immense potential, is no stranger to humanitarian crises. From the devastating floods that engulf swathes of land to the lingering insurgencies that displace communities, the country’s resilience is constantly tested. All around the world, natural disasters unleash their fury, leaving communities drowning in floodwaters or gasping for air under searing droughts. The specter of war haunts regions, displacing families and shattering normalcy. Disease outbreaks, like silent assassins, stalk vulnerable populations, testing the resilience of healthcare systems. In the face of such…
Read MoreBefore We Crucify The Nigerian Navy On Oil Theft
By Goodluck Amuna There is an interesting debate about oil theft in the country, but little emphasis has been placed on the quantity of crude oil produced in the country. I some issues with the narrative on crude oil theft. I believe its one-sided. The solution to this problem would be for the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to conveniently provide accurate data on the amount of crude oil produced in the country. I marvel when I read stories about the complicity of the Nigerian Navy in crude oil theft…
Read MoreBetta Hero Of Anti-Corruption Campaign In Africa – Commonwealth Society
The Commonwealth Society of Nigeria (CSN) has named the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Betta Edu, as its anti-corruption hero and ambassador. The group said Betta was selected owing to her zero tolerance for sharp practice as well as her uncompromising and resolute approach to governance as demonstrated in the last six months. According to a statement signed by its Country Director, Prince Musa Abutu, the group noted that corruption remains a major stumbling block to the progress of Africa’s biggest economy. While admitting that President Bola Tinubu has…
Read MoreCentre Lauds Tinubu Over Suspension Of NSIPA Coordinator
The Centre for Accountability and Transparency (CAT) has commended President Bola Tinubu for suspending the National Co-ordinator and Chief Executive Officer of the National Social Investment Programme Agency, Halima Shehu. In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Dr Hassan Abdullahi, the Centre said the suspension was necessary to allow for a proper probe into alleged money laundering in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development under Sadiya Umar-Farouk. Dr Abdullahi said as someone who has earned a reputation for his pragmatic leadership over the years, President…
Read MoreOil theft: N/Delta Group passes vote of confidence on Navy, CNS, Ogalla
Group Commends CNS, Nigerian Navy On Protection of National Assets, Maritime Safety. Foremost pro-democracy and development group, known as Niger-Delta Development Initiative (NDDI), has given pastmark to the effort of the Nigerian Navy in its effort to get rid of oil bunkers and illegal oil merchants in the South South region. The group specifically acknowledged the bravery of the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla and his team in waging war against the age-long oil theft in the oil rich region. According to a statement signed by Rev.…
Read MoreHigh Chief Higgins Peters Loses Younger Sister, Mrs Juliana Akpowu Ezekiel (Nee Peters) To Cancer
By Ebriku John Friday The Chairman of Opal Group and a notable stakeholder of Project Cross River State, High Chief Higgins Peters has lost his younger sister, Mrs Juliana Akpowu Ezekiel (Nee Peters). She was aged 57 years. Her death, which occurred on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 after battle with cancer was announced by High Chief Higgins Peters in a statement he personally signed, tagged “Notice of Death, and made available to journalists today. According to the statement, vigil night in her honour will hold on January 19 and she…
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