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  The National Association of Nigerian Students have raised alarm over what they called ‘Mismanagement and Lack of Transparency and Accountability in Cement Technology Institute of NIGERIA, CTIN Funds Administration under billionaire Aliko Dangote’s leadership. In a petition addressed to President Tinubu which they presented through a Press Conference today, they expressed their ‘outrage regarding the mismanagement and lack of accountability within the Cement Technology Institute of Nigeria (CTIN), an organisation under Dangote’s Leadership as pioneer and self imposed life Chairman’. In their petition, they claimed that the ‘misuse, diversion and misappropriation of such strategic fund intended to provide training and development opportunities for Nigerian youth in the cement industry in line with the establishment goals of CTIN is a weighty one, in fact it’s a future-threatening act and an act of economy sabotage’. They are of the opinion that, ‘Certainly, the fund has been squand...

  Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume,   has described the Governor of the Year award received by the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, as well deserved recognition for a leader  who has done so well for his state. The SGF also called on Nigerians to join hands with the present administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in moving the country forward, saying what the country needed  at the moment isn't rhetorics. Senator Akume stated this on the sidelines of  the 21st Sun awards, which was organised to celebrate Nigeria's leading lights in all walks of life,  held in Lagos on Saturday. "Great people have been honoured. We have to work together to ensure that this country moves forward and we have a president who is doing all it takes to move us forward. That is what we want, not rhetorics," he said. On his part, Prince Abiodun described the Governor of the Year Award as a validation that his administratio...

  Leaders and members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in Lagos state have cried to the state Governor ,to safe them from the iron grips of the  former state Chairman,Alhaji Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya a.k.a Mc Oluomo over his refusal to hand over the reins of government to his successor,Alhaji Mustapha Adekunle popularly known as Tafa Sego In their separate passionate letters of appeal to the governor, they all reiterated that over a month ago,a truce was reached and theformee chairman  pronounced Tafa Sego as his successor since he ,Oluomo will be contesting the national president of the union in Abuja, stressing that he assured that the smooth take over will take one month ,but he has reneged on his promise they chorused  On his social media handle,Alhaji Shamsideen Oladiti,also known as Shamelon said that he is appealing to Mr Governor to come to the aid of the generality of their members in Lagos state by calling Mc Oluomo to order by transfe...

  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...