Dr Kayode Ajulo (SAN) Attorney General of Ondo state on Monday said the All Progressives Congress (APC) will sweep the governorship poll in the 18 councils of Ondo state. Ajulo also said that the future of the state would be guaranteed, if the people reflected Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa. The Ondo state governorship election is scheduled for Sept. 16. In a statement entitled “Nov. 16 is a LUCKY Day” Ajulo stated that the 2024 Ondo gubernatorial election is already a huge win for the All Progressives Congress (APC). “Ondo2024: It’s…
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First Rotech Group Boss, Oguejiofor Supports Church With Over N3.5m
By Ebriku John Friday Following the 2024 Harvest Thanksgiving Service of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Guard Brigade, Mambilla Barracks Asokoro Distinct, Abuja, Sunday, the Chief Executive Officer, CEO, First Rotech Group of Companies, Chief Austin Oguejiofor, declared a pledged support of over N3.5 million. Oguejiofor, who was the Royal Father of the Harvest and Onwa Enugwu Ukwu N’umunri, Okutalukwe Aguleri, said the Almighty God has been so merciful and kind to him and other parishioners from the beginning of 2024 and the year almost rolling out amid the daunting challenges.…
Read MoreEdo Gov-Elect, Okpebholo Names Fred Itua Spokesman
Edo State Governor-Elect, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has named Fred Itua as his Chief Press Secretary, making it the first appointment made by the incoming administration. Itua, a cerebral journalist with The Sun Newspaper, will head the media team of the Governor, who is expected to step in on Tuesday, 12th of November, 2024. Itua, an accomplished writer, journalist, and media and communications consultant with over 13 years of experience, Fred is recognized for expertise in covering diverse and critical issues, from humanitarian crises to national governance. Anchoring Inside The Red…
Read MoreFCT NUJ Election: Nat’l Secretariat clears Umoru, Odugbo, Elizabeth As Credential Cttee Members
…insist committee should go ahead with the election process immediately By Ebriku John Friday Ahead of the Nigerian Union of Journalists, NUJ, Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Chapter election, the National Secretariat of NUJ, Friday, cleared Mr Henry Umoru of Correspondent’s Chapel, and Sarah Odugbo of FCDA Chapel as members of the Credentials Committee. The National Secretariat of the NUJ subsequently cleared the three-member credentials committee for the FCT Council election scheduled to hold in December 2024. In a letter signed by the National Secretary, Achike Chude, the National Secretariat identified…
Read MoreNUJ FCT Council Elections 2024: Let The Credentials Committee Be By Zainab Abdulkadir
The hurriedly written press statement by the outgoing Chairman and Secretary of the FCT Council of the NUJ is really sad, appalling and completely unwarranted. It is a brazen attempt by a Council to usurp the powers of the National Secretariat of the Union. Article 5(9c, d) of the NUJ Constitution is so unambiguous that does not need any interpretation. Article 5 sub section 9(C) states inter alia; “The Credentials Committee at the National level shall act independently of the President, National Secretary and any other National Officers, while the…
Read MoreGOVERNOR OBASEKI’S LAST DECEIT.
It has come to our notice that Governor Obaseki is presently converting his Senior Special Assistants (SSA) and Special Assistants (SA) into full time civil service staff. He added 186 of such appointees in September this year to the already bloated number of aides around him and has just commenced the process of absorbing another 152 aides to compound the problem. The interview is presently ongoing as part of effort to overburden the incoming administration with huge recurrent expenditure, aware that the state is already bugged down by huge…
Read MoreCivil Society Organizations Backs Police’s Stance on Young Protesters, Hails Tinubu.
The Coalition of Civil Society Organizations for Good Governance (CCSO-GG) has come out in support of the ongoing trial of young individuals arrested during the August 2024 protests. The coalition’s leaders, Comrade Johnson Olalekan and Comrade Aishat Danlami, emphasized the importance of upholding the rule of law while also commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his recent intervention in the matter. The protests, which erupted across the nation, saw 76 individuals arrested and facing serious charges including terrorism, arson, and treasonable felony. Addressing the media, Olalekan praised President Tinubu’s…
Read MoreNltf Renews Ties With Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit To Boost Transparency
The National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF) has reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and accountability by renewing its partnership with the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU). This collaboration aims to promote GOOD CAUSES through prompt remittance of lottery proceeds. The Executive Secretary National Lottery Trust Fund, Comrade Tosin Adeyanju, speaking during a visit to the Headquarters of Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit, praised the NFIU’s efforts saying: “We are proud of what you are doing and how you have been supporting our organization. We are here to further solidify our relationship with…
Read MoreCorruption And Accountability In Journalism: A Call For Reform Within NUJ-FCT Council By Maryann Eze
Journalism remains a critical profession that educates the public, ensures governmental accountability, and immensely enriches societal discourse. It strives to uphold ethical standards and maintain public trust, even in the face of challenges presented by a rapidly evolving media landscape. The Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) is instrumental not only in safeguarding the rights of journalists but also in influencing the media landscape within Nigeria. The union actively promotes the professional development of its members, advocates for press freedom, and contributes to the enhancement of democratic processes in the nation.…
Read MoreAmidst FCT-NUJ Election Imbroglio : Defending Integrity Against Baseless Allegations.
In the world of media and journalism, where words can build bridges or burn them, it becomes imperative to uphold facts, dignity, and professionalism. The recent commentary, “Who Wants to Set the FCT NUJ Ablaze,” unfolds as a classic case of misinformation, one that seeks to undermine the achievements and resilience of the NUJ FCT Council. As the saying goes, “A lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is still putting on its shoes.” Now, let’s lace up and set the record straight. The article paints an…
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