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  Yoruba group,Coalition of Oodua Self determination Groups (COSEG) has warned senator Alli Ndume not to unnecessarily heat up the polity over his statement on the alleged plans to relocate some departments of the CBN to Lagos state ,describing his recent attack against the president and threat of  political consequences as "unwarranted,illogical,sentimental , dishonest and unexpected " of a ranking senator like him  The group in a statement on Sunday signed by the Chairman of it's Coordinating Council,Comrade Dayo Ogunlana,warned the senator to desist from making inflammatory comments ,but rather employ peaceful approach and seek knowledge on the desirability of the lofty and germane idea  The group equally admonish the Borno state senator to listen to wise counsels of eminent Economists,who have thrown their weight behind the reform rather than playing to the gallery  In his words " we see the recent attempt by senator Ndume to blackmail the president as illog...

     A middle aged woman ,Mrs Adeshina-Oluwaseyi Felicia Bose has fled her matrimonial home in Nigeria with her three children over the sexual practice  of her daughter, named Modesola Adeshina Oluwaseyi,who happens to be practising Lesbianism ,which is considered a grave offence in the country  Mrs Adesina-Oluwaseyi Felicia Bose disclosed that problem started on the 26th of September 2023 when the boyfriend of the daughter,simply addressed as   Jimoh, called her on the phone complaining about the sexual practice of her daughter,and as a mother ,who is learned and exposed,she took side with her daughter, which invariably angered the boyfriend. Continuing, she said on the 3rd of October 2023,the said boyfriend mobilized local police and  community hoodlums to arrest her daughter because of her sexual practice,but she was not available at the time ,but that the local police left an invitation for her and her female lover  She posited further th...

Lagos State Government has given a 30-day final notice to owners/ occupiers of residential buildings illegally converted to churches, mosques, club houses, lounges and bars across the state without approval for change of use, to revert to the original use of the structure. The General Manager of Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA), Arc. Gbolahan Owodunni Oki who gave the notice in his office said it applies to all structures used as bars, club houses or religious centers located within residential areas and without requisite permit from relevant authorities. Oki noted that the notice is sequel to the distortion of the master plan of Lagos State especially residential areas by some people who in gross disregard to the regulatory provisions of the law turned residential areas to club houses and worship centers thereby constituting a nuisance to the environment. He noted further that the removal notice became imperative following security concerns of citizens and repeated complai...

  Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun has congratulated the new Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide and other lawmakers for ensuring a rancour free process. The governor, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, Engr. (Mrs.) Noimot Salako-Oyedele spoke when he received 19 members of the House who accompanied the new speaker on a courtesy call on him on Tuesday in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. He commended the seamless manner in which they elected the new speaker, reaffirming that the lawmakers have the right to decide who would lead them in a democracy. He said: It is worthy of note that the executive has not interfered in the process to make sure that you are comfortable in what you want to do, that led you to making your decision. And we support you in the decision that you make.  "You have gone through the process in a way that is exemplary. This is not the first time in this country that members of a particular legislature have dec...

  Mustapha Habib Ahmed's tenure as the Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has been marked by a series of commendable achievements, showcasing his leadership, dedication, and strategic vision in handling emergency response and disaster management in Nigeria. Upon assuming office, Ahmed swiftly implemented reforms to enhance NEMA's operational efficiency. Under his leadership, the agency has significantly improved its coordination with various stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and international partners. This collaborative approach has strengthened Nigeria's overall disaster response capabilities. One notable achievement during Ahmed's tenure is the establishment of a more robust early warning system. Recognizing the importance of timely information in disaster management, he championed the development and implementation of advanced technology solutions to monitor and forecast potential hazards. T...

The ranking of Lagos as the best 19th country to live in , by Timeout and Forbes magazines has continued to generate discussion and the recent one being the commendation by a pan Lagos group, the Lagos People's Assembly (LPA),commending Governor Babajide Sanwoolu and other past Governors for building befitting legacies in the state of excellence and ensuring continuation of impactful projects  LPA in it's reaction via a press release  signed by Comrade Gbenga Soloki commended the organizers of the ranking for their commitment and sincerity in dispassionately assessing the cities to arrive at appropriate result.  In a press release , the LPA praised Governor Sanwoolu for his brilliance and tenacity of purpose since assumption of office, which has made him to continue the footprint of his predecessors , which has incredibly added solid program to the state  LPA further appreciated the commitment of past Governors of the state like late Alhaji Lateef Jakande, Asiwaju Bo...

  France has financed the building of a French Language Laboratory at the Nigerian Defence Academy A statement from the French Embassy on Monday said the French Defence Attaché, Colonel G Dujon, and his deputy in charge of the development of the French language learning programme in the Nigerian military, Lieutenant-Colonel R Chauvancy, were received in Kaduna at the prestigious Nigerian Defence Academy by Major-General JO Ochai on 25 January 2024 during the inauguration of the laboratory. The statement read that: “The Defence Attaché inaugurated the Academy's new French language laboratory, financed by the French Directorate for Cooperation in Security and Defence (DCSD), during a ceremony presided over by the Commandant of the Academy. His principal staff officers, the French language teaching staff and delegation of cadets were attending.” In his speech, Major-General JO Ochai emphasized the strength and importance of the existing relationship between France and Nigeria, both in...

  Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has presided over the swearing-in of 29 Special Advisers, 27 Local Government Chairpersons, and seven Permanent Secretaries to the Borno State Civil Service. The oath of office was administered at an event held at the Multipurpose Hall of the Government House by the Chief Judge of Borno, Kashim Zanna, represented by Hon. Justice Haruna Mshelia. The newly sworn-in 27 Chairpersons, including a lady from Jere Local Government, emerged as winners at the 2024 Local Council election held on the 20th of January  The 29 Special Advisers have a blend of Yoruba, Igbo, indigenous technocrats and politicians from across the Local Councils in the State. Speaking after presiding over the oath of office, Zulum urged the new council chairpersons and other sworn-in officials to live up to the expectations of the government and people of the state while carrying out their various responsibilities. He said: “To the elected Local Government Chairmen, while ...

    In line with the on-going strategic re-positioning of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) for professionalism and a more effective service delivery to the general public, the Lagos State Government today began an intensive In-house Training Programme for 309 Junior Officers across Zones.  The General Manager of LASTMA Mr. Bakare-Oki Olelakan disclosed during the Opening Ceremony of the 'Re-Training Programme' that the exercise was in line with 'Traffic Management and Transportation' as one of the cardinal programmes of Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu as captured in the administration's 'Themes+' pillars for development of the State.  Mr. Bakare-Oki disclosed further that the re-trainning exercise was primarily meant to create a new image for the Agency that would guarantee a refined and robust Traffic Management System (T.M.S) in the State as well as reduce traffic congestions across the State. He confirmed that the execise which would run for f...

  The National President of Arewa United Consultative Forum (AUCF), Alhaji Shuaibu Ado Dansudu, has taken a swipe at northern lawmakers agitating against the relocation of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), and some departments of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) from the Federal Capital Territory to Lagos, saying “they are self-seekers working against the unity of Nigeria and enemies of the North.” Dansudu who dropped this hint in an exclusive interview in Lagos, opined that the relocation was done by present administration in good faith, to ease the harrowing condition of operations of the two federal establishments for bumper harvest. According to him, what the government did was to reverse one of the terrible policies of the past administration which brought the Nigerian economy to the current prostrate state, noting that the decision to reverse the policy should be hailed by northerners and not to be condemned. He stressed that the major problem besetting his p...

  The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Lagos Chapter, Philip Aivoji, has regained his freedom after four days of being kidnapped by gunmen along Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. This was disclosed by the State Publicity Secretary, Mr Hakeem Amode, in a short statement issued around 1:15am on Monday. “Lagos State PDP Chairman released by the Kidnappers. “Hon Philip Olabode Aivoji the Lagos State PDP Chairman is free at last after 4days in the Kidnappers’ den. “We use this opportunity to appreciate your prayers most importantly because God’s mercies was visible all the way. “Thank You All for your concerns and prayers”, said Amode.

The ECOWAS Court of Justice last Saturday held its New Year Get-Together and Award Ceremony in Nigeria’s capital city, Abuja. The twofold event enabled team bonding in a relaxed atmosphere, and celebration of outstanding members of staff. According to Justice Edward Amoako Asante, President of the Court, the award system recognises and rewards the exemplary contributions of staff during the previous year and will inspire other staff to higher productivity while also stimulating a positive work environment. Awards were presented to outstanding staff in five categories. There were prizes for Best Staff in different departments and Judges Special Award to Overall Best Staff. On the criteria for selection in the best staff categories, the Director of Administration and Finance, Dr. William Towah, disclosed include work performance, professionalism and work ethics, interpersonal communication skills, self-development and proactiveness. Mr Abiodun Omidiran and Mr Uche...

Commission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS Commission) has said it is yet to receive any formal letter from Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso withdrawal their membership for the subregional body.   It however admitted that the announcement as to the effect that the three member countries presently under the country of the military has been monitored on television broadcast on Mali and Niger television stations.   The statement issued on Sunday read: “The attention of the Commission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS Commission) has been drawn to a statement broadcast on the National Televisions of Mali and Niger announcing the decision of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger to withdraw from ECOWAS. “The ECOWAS Commission is yet to receive any direct formal notification from the three Member States about their intention to withdraw from the Community . “The ECOWAS Commission, as directed by the Authority of Heads of State and Gover...

Akinsanya Pledges More Support For Nigerian Immigration Service   The Controller Nigerian Immigration Service Lagos command on Thursday paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Chairman Igando ikotun Lcda Comrade Akinsanya Lasisi Ayinde in his office in Ikotun, Lagos.  Comptroller Bala Aliyu DANGANA said during the visit that they came to thank the Council chairman for all the support he has given to the service in the local government. If we are able to solve the problem of passport processing in Lagos, we would have solved 50 percent of all passport issues in Nigeria. “We have decided to open more offices in Lagos to accommodate more peo- ple. We plan to open more immigration centers in Lagos. All passport applications is now online process to eradicate corruption and Fast processes of Passport.   “One of our mandates is to eradicate human trafficking, irregular and unsafe migration that are prevalent among our youths as a result of the desire to seek gre...

  …Gives 24hrs marching order to fuel/diesel sellers under the bridge Lagos State Government on Sunday gave a five days quit notice to different squatters under the Ijora Causeway bridge and Lagos Blue rail Line over head bridge in Ijora to remove all their shanties for constituting a danger to the Lagos Blue Line corridor or risk demolition and removal. The quit notice was given by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources Tokunbo Wahab when he led a high powered team that included the Chairman, Special Intervention Squad on the Restoration of the Lagos Badagry Rail Corridor Clean-Up, ACP BAYO Sulaiman and Special Adviser on the Environment, Kunle ROTIMI-Akodu on an inspection of the Ijora and the under bridge. Wahab who lamented the security risk that the occupation of the underneath of the blue rail line bridge by mini buses, block moulders, fuel sellers and miscreants posed to the safe operation of the blue rail line service, said government will not allow this t...

  Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has facilitated the execution of eight projects including a school, orphanage, clinic, shops, staff quarters, sports ground, charity office and a Juma'at mosque by the Qatar Charity Foundation in Maiduguri. Laying the foundation for the construction of the projects cited in Bolori on Sunday, Zulum said, "It gives me pleasure to stand here today to lay the foundation for the construction of an integrated school, orphanage, clinic, and many other projects by the Qatar Charity Foundation in Maiduguri. I have been working towards this since 2015, and today we have seen the light at the end of the tunnel." The governor recounted the devastation caused by over a decade of Boko Haram insurgency when several people were killed and many properties destroyed. Zulum said: "We have identified a total of over 100,000 orphans resulting from Boko Haram crisis. These figures are the official ones; the unofficial figures are even higher than th...

 ... Arrests Brazil Returnee Who Excretes 60 Wraps of Cocaine The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has declared an  ex-beauty queen, Ms. Aderinoye Queen Christmas also known as Ms. Queen Oluwadamilola Aderinoye wanted over allegations of dealing in illicit drug.  The spokesman of the anti-narcotics agency, Femi Babafemi in a statement on Sunday said the ex beauty pageant was declared wanted, after she escaped from her Lekki, Lagos residence when NDLEA operatives raided her apartment at Oral Estate, Lekki last Wednesday. He said the raid followed credible intelligence she deals in illicit substances, adding that the suspect was Miss Commonwealth Nigeria Culture 2015/2016 and founder of Queen Christmas Foundation. Babafemi disclosed that recovered from her home during the search witnessed by the estate officials include 606 grammes of Canadian Loud, a synthetic strain of cannabis, an electronic weighing scale, large quantities of drugs packing plastics, a black ...

As IGP Commends DPO for Rejecting 1m Naira Inducement The operatives of the Nigeria Police Force, on 20th January 2024, have arrested one Bello Mohammed, 28, of Zamfara state, in Kaduna. The Divisional Police Officer, Tafa Division, acting on intelligence, raided one hotel in Tafa Area, Kaduna, where he arrested Bello, with the sum of #2.25m (Two Million, two hundred and fifty million naira) only, suspected to be proceeds of ransoms collected from kidnapped victims within the area.  The suspect, during interrogation, confessed to be part of the gang that kidnapped the family members of one Barrister Ariyo in Bwari, FCT, on 2nd January 2024, and killed some kidnapped victims, including Nabeeha, f, daughter of the legal practitioner, on 13th January, 2024, in a kidnappers camp, in Kaduna State. The suspect, in a dramatic situation, offered #1,000,000 (one million naira only) to induce the DPO, who rejected the offer and carried out his duty diligently.  The Inspector...

Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (Retd) has charged men and officers of the agency to shun any enticement that conflicts with the ethos of their profession as anti-narcotic operatives. Marwa gave the charge on Saturday in Jos, Plateau state during the graduation ceremony of members of the Strike Force elite corps of the agency.  He said: “Here is my appeal to each of you: Shun any enticement that conflicts with the ethos of your profession as an anti-narcotic operative. Anything that would compromise your discipline and dedication to duty should be avoided. As an anti-narcotic officer, you bear a huge obligation to remain incorruptible in the face of any temptation that might be sprung on you by drug traffickers and barons.” The  NDLEA boss,  who was represented by the Director, Special Duties/Commander, Strike Force, Deputy Commander General of Narcotics, DCGN Ahmed Ningi also said: “T...

    * Says Tinubu working towards optimizing Kogi's vast potentials Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed the absolute confidence of the Tinubu administration in the new Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Usman Ododo, to deliver the dividends of good governance to the people of the state. He said the "change of baton from one progressive to another will not disrupt the dividends of good governance", noting that "Kogi State remains bound by the ideals and promises of a unified council of leaders and the largest party in Africa," the All Progressives Congress (APC). Senator Shettima spoke on Saturday during the inauguration of Ododo and Salifu Joel Oyibo as the Executive Governor and Deputy Governor of Kogi State respectively at the Muhammadu Buhari Square in Lokoja, the state capital. Delivering his speech titled, "Standing Together, Standing for the People," the Vice President conveyed what he described as the heartfelt goodwill of President Bola Ah...

An Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court has sentenced a Lagos bishop, Feyi Daniels, to life imprisonment for raping his 23-year-old assistant (name withheld). Daniels, the bishop of I Reign Christian Ministry in Lagos, was also given a three-year prison sentence by Justice Rahman Oshodi for molesting a 19-year-old churchgoer (count three of the four-count accusation). The judge held that the cleric should spend the rest of his life at the Kirikiri custodial facility in Lagos. Oshodi held that the prosecution established the ingredients of the two offences. According to him, Feyi Daniels is a liar and does not have any regard for truth. The judge, however, discharged and acquitted him on count two of the charge, which is the rape of another member of the church (name withheld). Oshodi held that there was an element of consent from the church member. The judge also discharged and acquitted Daniels on count four of the charge, which is attempted rape of a member of the church...

  At the event, the Executive Chairman of Yaba Local Council Development Area, Hon. (Dr.) Kayode Adejare Omiyale welcomed the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat who stood in for the governor. He also welcomed his esteemed entourage and all other dignitaries to the occasion. In his welcome address Hon. Omiyale gave a brief historical background of the market. He stated that the market was established seven decades ago, and also informed the audience that since then, the market has undergone upgrading and redevelopment thrice. He submitted that the redevelopment was carried out to expand the facility to keep up with the ever increasing economic activities in the market, and the general population growth of the residents of Yaba and it's environs. Other reasons given for the redevelopment of the facility is to provide services to the people, infrastructural development, and also generate revenue internally for the Local Council Development Area. The Executive Cha...

 Friday, January 26, 20 The Administration of Hon. Oyesanya Adetutu Elizabeth in Ijebu East LG Area of Ogun State believes in enhancing the security of our environment and supporting our security agencies in all ways possible.  Exploring further, the efficient synergy existing  between the State Government and our Administration, we facilitated the provision of solar lights by the state government, through the Ministry of Rural Development to all police stations and two major Amotekun  Offices  in Ijebu East. All the security outposts in Ijebu East LG will now be covered fully with solar lights, thereby providing more conducive environment for the security operatives. We also extended the solar light installation to some parts of Ijebu Imushin Market. This is the first phase of our Light-Up Ijebu East project, as a component of the Light-Up Ogun Project of the state governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun CON. Sincere appreciation to our forward-looking Governor, Prince D...

  By James Imoru BEING a beacon of integrity in an abundantly blessed but criminally managed, consciously monetized society like Nigeria can be daunting. Ask the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) boss, Ahmed Lawan Kuru. Confronting the hawks who wrecked the banking sector with unpaid loans and thus forced the creation of the corporation in the first place is not just a daunting task; it is an assignment strewn with perils, including lawfare and media wars by profiteers from the people’s pain, the friends and enablers of criminals. For one thing, the obligors of AMCON are in the commanding heights of political power, and if the nation has learned anything in the past few years when the corporation and these enemies of state have been locked in a battle, it is the fact that criminals do not like exposure. In 2017, Kuru was garlanded as the African Best Rated CEO of The Year at the second edition of the National Development Forum (NDF)/award ceremony organized by African...