The Federal Government notes the recent remarks by His Highness, Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II, regarding the economic reforms introduced under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, at a public event in Lagos.We note the emir’s acknowledgement of the noble initiatives which, he said, he could explain away but for his decision “not to help the government”. First, we acknowledge that Sanusi, and indeed any Nigerian, has the inalienable right to express opinion either in form of commendation or criticism on how the government is being ran. However, we find it amusing that a leader, more so one from an institution that…
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid a moving tribute to Chief Bisi Akande, an elder statesman, seasoned administrator, and the first National Chairman of the governing All Progressives Congress (APC) as he marks yet another birthday. He described Chief Akande as a true progressive and committed Awoist who has made tremendous contributions to Nigeria’s democracy, nation-building and development. He said selfless service has been Baba Akande’s watchword since he entered politics. Akande was Secretary to the Government of Old Oyo State and later Deputy Governor. He then served as Governor of Osun State from 1999 to 2003, Interim National Chairman…
It is with great shock that I learnt of the sudden demise of Hon Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga. I extend my heartfelt condolences to her family, the entire leadership and members of the House of Representatives, the Governor of Ogun State, H E Prince Dapo Abiodun, her constituents in Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Constituency, and the entire people of Ogun State. Her demise is a great loss to her family, the Legislature, Ogun State, Nigeria and the women folk in general. Late Hon Adewunmi Onanuga was an astute politician who demonstrated her leadership capabilities in no small measure as the Deputy Chief Whip…
Construction work has resumed at the Kaa-Ataba Road and bridges being undertaken by the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, to link the Khana Local Government Area to the Andoni Local Government Area of Rivers State. Speaking at the bridge site, the Project Supervisor, Engr. Lawrence Ekanem described the multi-billion-naira project as ambitious and impactful. He said the road and bridges would enhance socio-economic activities in Kaa, Ataba and surrounding communities. He assured his company would do all it took to ensure the project’s early completion. He declared, “We are committed to delivering on speed and quality.” The project’s Community Liaison…
By Muiz Banire, SAN, PhD As the new year commences, every human being had wished himself a happy year, so also is Honourable Mudashiru Obasa. With the unfolding development at the Lagos State House of Assembly, however, one is not too sure that the supplication of Mudasiru Obasa in this regard had been answered. Up till the 12th of January, 2025, barely two weeks into the year, Mudasiru Obasa was the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly. By the next day, however, 13th January 2025, he had suddenly become one-time Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly.…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has mourned the passing of the former Head of Service of the state civil service and member of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC), Chief Akinsanya Sunny Ajose. The Governor described the death of the All Progressives Congress (APC) apex leader in Badagry as a great loss to Lagos State, particularly the ruling party, considering his unique position as a retired public servant and one of the great mobilisers in the ruling party. The Governor who also commiserated with GAC members, leaders, and members of APC in Lagos State, particularly in Badagry Division, said the…
2018 silver-medallists Nigeria will be up against defending champions, Senegal, Sudan and the Republic of Congo in Group D of the 8th African Nations Championship, which has now been moved to August 2025, but with Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda still to jointly host. At the draw held inside the famous Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi on Wednesday evening, 15 January, 2025, joint-hosts Kenya head Group A that also includes Morocco, Angola, Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia. Kenya and 2018 winners Morocco will clash in the opening match of the tournament. Tanzania, another joint-hosts, head Group B, and will…
Former Secretary of the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and a Commissioner in the state Local Government Service Commission, Honourable Hakeem Adisa Bamgbala, has congratulated the newly-elected Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt Honourable Mojisola Lasbat Meranda on her election to the lead the legislative arm of the state, reports thegazellenews.com Bamgbala, also former Chairman of Itire-Ikate Local Council Development Area of the state, described the new Speaker as a team player who possesses the innate ability to lead and succeed. According to him, his past interactions and relations with the new Speaker…
The Anwar-Ul-Islam College Agege Old Students Association, Class of ’87 A’Level, has fixed Saturday, 22 February, 2025, for the second reunion meeting of the body. At a recent meeting of the Executive Committee of the body led by former Lagos House of Assembly member, Hon. Dr Oluyinka Ogundimu, the body picked the date and plans have commenced to make the event a memorable one. Ogundimu charged the reunion sub-committee to put up a show that would be better than the first reunion meeting held in Ikeja in 2021. “We have trust in this committee to deliver a good show and…
Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun has sympathized with the family of the late member of the House of Representatives representing Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga, popularly known as “Ijaya,” in political circles. Onanuga, who until her passing served as the Deputy Chief Whip in the Green Chamber, reportedly died early Wednesday morning, 15 January, 2025, after a brief illness. In a condolence message, Governor Abiodun described the passing of the late lawmaker as devastating and shocking, noting that her death is a monumental loss to Ogun State in particular and Nigeria as a whole. The…