The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), is aware of reports circulating in the media claiming that the palliatives meant for some critical groups in Cross River State were not fairly distributed. Nothing can be farther from the truth as Niger Deltans in the nine mandate states of the NDDC, including Cross River State, received the palliatives with joy and gratitude. However, we are constrained to respond to the false story about an imaginary diversion of NDDC funds meant for the palliatives in Cross River State and the use of unauthorised lists. To set the records straight, NDDC distributed palliatives, not…
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Former Lagos State Commissioner for Transport, Dr Kayode Opeifa, took over officially on Thursday, 30 January, 2025 as the Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), but thegazellenews.com can exclusively report that that is not the major story. At the NRC headquarters in Ebute-Meta, Lagos, Opeifa officially took possession of handover notes from his predecessor in the presence of prominent personalities like: the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SSAP-SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire; All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Fouad Oki; Agboyi-Ketu LCDA chairmanship aspirant, Ibrahim Ladega; and Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on…
Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have reaffirmed that the removal of former Speaker Hon. Mudashiru Obasa was conducted lawfully, in line with constitutional provisions. In a statement issued after their appearance at the Lagos Command of the Department of State Services (DSS) in Shangisha, the lawmakers emphasized that the decision adhered strictly to the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Powers and Privileges Act. They referenced Sections 92 and 96, which outline the procedures for electing and removing a Speaker, stressing that due process was followed. “The Lagos State House of Assembly, as…
A socio-political group in Lagos, the Concerned Citizens of Lagos have cried out over what it described as a systematic attempt to undermine democracy in the state, reports thegazellenews.com. The group’s reaction followed the alleged arrest and detention of some members of the Lagos State House of Assembly. A strongly worded statement e-signed by Omoba Murphy Ajibola on behalf of Lagosians and Concerned Citizens, the group decried the recent developments, highlighting the detention of Hon. Ogunkelu Sylvester (Sketel) and the arrest of Hon. Gbolahan Yishawu. The statement also noted that Hon. Lanre Affinih was invited for questioning and later released on…
It is with great shock and sadness that I learnt of the painful demise of Dr Blessing Eyakenyi Adewunmi, daughter of the Akwa Ibom State Deputy Governor, H E Akon Eyakenyi. I extend my heartfelt condolences to her husband, her parents and entire family. Dr Blessings’ unfortunate death is extremely painful and a great loss. The word of God says in 1 Thessalonians 5:18; “In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you”. The LORD gave, and the LORD hath taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD. I pray that these…
The Gathering of ex-Student Leaders in Lagos State has congratulated Comrade Dr Kayode Opeifa on his appointment as the Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), reports thegazellenews.com The group in a statement released in Lagos described the appointment as well deserved. The signatories to the statement include: Comrade Yaqub Eleto, Esq, Honorary Life Member, NANS JCC Lagos and former Chairman, NANS JCC Lagos, Lagos State University; Comrade Balogun Murtala, ex-President, Lagos State Polytechnic now Lagos State University of Technology Students’ Union; Comrade Giwa Yisa Temitope (Topnotch), former NANS National PRO, University of Lagos; Comrade Waheed Ojoare, former President, Adeniran Ogunsanya College of…
Nigeria’s First Lady Oluremi Tinubu touched down in Ilorin around 10:45 am on Tuesday, 28 January, 2025, to the rousing welcome by several dignitaries led by the NGF Chairman, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and his wife, Amb. Prof. Olufolake Abdulrazaq. Mrs Tinubu headed to the Kwara State University of Education, where she is due to inaugurate the ICT Community Centre built by her Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) in partnership with NITDA, Intensive Care Unit, and Dr. Amuda Aluko Ward, among others. The First Lady is also expected to pay homage to the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State…
Senator Musiliu Olatunde Obanikoro, a former serving Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has described Senator Anthony Adefuye’s statement on the embattled former Speaker Mr Mudashiru Obasa as reckless and childish. A former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has faulted his removal by lawmakers. Obasa, who spoke for the first time on his removal on Saturday, 25 January, 2025, said it was important for lawmakers to follow the constitutional procedure to remove him from office. He also denied the allegations of corruption levelled against him by the lawmakers. Obasa was removed by over two-third…
One of Africa’s leading financial institutions, Zenith Bank has reaffirmed its dedication to employee welfare by announcing the promotion of over 4,000 staff members and implementing salary increases ranging from 20% to 30% across various employee grades. This bold initiative, under the leadership of Managing Director/CEO Dame Adaora Umeoji, its aimed at boosting staff morale and productivity. With over 8,000 employees, this significant investment in human capital reflects Zenith Bank’s belief that its workforce is its most valuable asset. The salary adjustments, effective January 1, 2025, aim to reward performance, alleviate financial pressures, and ensure enhanced customer service delivery. Promotions…
A Nigerian civil and political rights activist, Dr. Wale Ajewunmi, has warned former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, to abstain from making comments and actions that can cause unrest in the State. He also advised the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State to caution the former Speaker against making inciting utterances that could harm the peace enjoyed in the state. Dr. Ajewunmi made the remarks on Saturday, 25 January, 2025, in reaction to Obasa’s declaration that he remains the Speaker of Lagos despite his removal by 32 of his colleagues. Obasa, who earlier received…