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In a significant move towards revitalizing sports at the grassroots level, the Ogun State Government has promised continuous resuscitation of the Ogun State Sports Festival. The Commissioner for Sports Development in the state, Hon.Wasiu Isiaka, disclosed this on Saturday at the closing ceremony of the 2024 edition of Ogun State Sports Festival, held at the Sagamu International Stadium. The Commissioner, in his welcome address, emphasized the government’s dedication to elevating Ogun State position in Nigeria’s sports landscape. He highlighted the importance of harnessing the potential of the youth and channeling their energy into productive ventures for their personal success and…
The Chief Of Staff to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, Mr. Tayo Akinmade Ayinde De Buffalo Clocked 60 today, 24th Of August 2024. It’s worthy of note that Ayinde’s professionalism, exceptional leadership qualities, unwavering resilience, humility, selfless service, commitment and dedication to work is paying him. His uniqueness stands him out among the crows, he’s worthy of emulation. He is a true and worthy ambassador of Lagos State. Ayinde’s significant contributions to the political landscape of Lagos, and his unflinching support to his principal governance in Lagos State to makesure it remains the pride of the nation and the…
In a strong show of solidarity, the Honourable Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, and the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, have condemned the gruesome killing of the Head of Gatawa District in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State, Alhaji Isa Bawa. Both ministers described the act as “wicked,” “heinous,” “barbaric,” and “abominable,” and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice. Minister Badaru called for the immediate arrest and prosecution of those responsible, assuring that the Nigerian military will leave no stone unturned in bringing them to justice. He reiterated the commitment of…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Friday flagged off the construction of the 70-kilometer Abeokuta-Ifo-Ota-Lagos Expressway with a pledge to complete it in 18 months. The governor, who performed the flag-off at Itori, Ewekoro Local Government Area, noted that the road is significant not only to Ogun State but also to Lagos State and the nation, as it provides a thoroughfare for people going to the neighbouring country. It would be recalled that the attempt to reconstruct the road was first conceived in 2019, but all efforts to convince the Federal Government to release the road to the Ogun…
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has been given a 48-hour ultimatum to apologise and resign from office over his alleged involvement in the appointment of a suspected gunrunner, Bashir Hadejia, as an aide. The Arewa Progressives Youth Forum (APYF) issued the ultimatum, condemning the state government’s attempt to deceive the public regarding the appointment. According to the forum, two appointment letters bearing the same date, signature, and content have surfaced, exposing the government’s brazen attempt to cover up the truth and mislead the public. “We are appalled and outraged by the Zamfara State Government’s shocking attempt to deceive the public…
Leading financial institution in Nigeria, Fidelity Bank Plc, has assured its customers of unwavering commitment to upholding the highest level of ethical standards in all dealings with customer data. The assurance comes amid allegations by the Nigerian Data Protection Agency (NDPA) against the bank relating to data breach. While reiterating its commitment to strong corporate governance, Fidelity Bank, in a statement signed by its Divisional Head, Brand & Communications, Dr Meksley Nwagboh, maintained that it has conducted its services with highest ethical standards by ensuring full compliance with extant laws on data protection. Giving a breakdown of its dealings with…
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The Benue Youth Alliance for Good Governance (BYAGG) has vowed to resist the alleged plot by the State government to frustrate Dangote Cement PLC out of the state. The group claims that Governor Hyacinth Alia’s administration plans to use multiple taxation and thugs to harass staff and frustrate the company’s operations. BYAGG president, John Yiye, and secretary, Solomon Oche, at a press conference, stated that the plot is aimed at paving the way for Governor Alia to buy the cement company through a proxy. They argued that this move would harm the state’s economy and lead to job losses, and…
A group of concerned Nigerian citizens has petitioned the US government to investigate and sanction the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and its CEO, Mele Kyari, for allegedly violating sanctions on Russian crude oil. In a letter to the US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), the group claims that NNPCL, under Kyari’s leadership, has been importing Russian crude oil and petroleum products above the price cap set by the Price Cap Coalition, comprising the US, G7, EU, and Australia. The Concerned Citizens on Economic Reform Nigeria (CCERN) alleges that NNPCL has been blending petroleum…
Lagos, Wednesday, August 21, 2024 – Olam Agri in Nigeria, a leading agribusiness in food, feed, and fibre has demonstrated its unwavering commitment to enriching the lives of its employees and their families. The agribusiness treated employees’ children to a lively and exciting atmosphere of fun, gaming, learning, and music amongst others, at this year’s Kid’s Fun Day which was held on Friday, August 16, 2024, at its Lagos head office. The Kid’s Fun Day is one of the internal experiential activities that underline Olam Agri in Nigeria as a Top Employer, a recognition it has consistently received for the…