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Ekiti gov orders construction of toilets at NYSC camp

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Ekiti gov orders construction of toilets at NYSC camp

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has directed that toilet facilities be built immediately at the National Youth Service Corps Orientation Camp in Ise-Emure.

According to a statement on the state’s X .com handle, the Commissioner for Youth Development, who is also the Chairman of the NYSC Governing Council in the State, Mr Adesola Adedayo, made the announcement after he conducted an on-the-spot- assessment of the situation immediately after he was informed of the collapse of a toilet facility at the camp which caused minor injuries to two female corps members on Friday.

Adedayo, during his remarks, reminded the corps members of the government’s commitment to ensuring their well-being and security throughout their service year.

He also pledged that the Ekiti State Government will continue to support the NYSC scheme through the provision and upkeep of facilities.

Adedayo revealed that the injured corps members are now stable after receiving essential medical care, and they have been placed under observation at the hospital.

Expressing empathy for the affected Corps members, Adedayo said that they are, however, stable and placed under observation at Federal Teaching Hospital Ido, Ido Ekiti, adding that the situation is under control.

He said, “I have gone round the camp to assess the situation of the Orientation camp and the two Corps members are doing fine now, they are stable, they are fine.

“The consultant Doctor at the NYSC camp had attended to them. They have also been taken to FETHI in Ido Ekiti for further examination.

“The Doctor confirmed that they were fine and actually did not want to send them to the Teaching Hospital, but we deemed it necessary for observation and assurance that there wouldn’t be other complications.

“Our Governor has been supporting NYSC in Ekiti State. We have been supporting them every time they have orientation camp, and we will continue to support them.

“No stone would be left unturned to forestall similar occurrences in future, but I must assure you that the Corps members are safe, the orientation camp is calm, and the two affected female Corps members are also safe”.

Jos building collapse – Commissioner pleads for blood donors in Plateau

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Jos building collapse – Commissioner pleads for blood donors in Plateau

The Plateau State Government is pleading with citizens of the state to come to Plateau Specialists Hospital to donate blood to save lives of pupils rescued from the collapsed school building in Jos.
Mr Musa Ashom, the Commissioner for Information and Communication, made the appeal in a statement in Jos Friday evening.
They urged every able-bodied person to come forward for blood donation in a statement which is being aired at regular intervals on the state-owned radio and television stations.
The commissioners said, “As a result of the immense casualties from the collapse of a school building in the Busa Buji area of Jos North Local Government Area, the Honourable Commissioner for Information and Communication Plateau State, Ibrahim Musa Ashoms, is appealing to the sense of humanity of members of the public to donate blood at major and government hospitals in the city.”
Jos building collapse – Commissioner pleads for blood donors in Plateau

Rescue efforts ongoing at Abuja building collapse site

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Rescue efforts ongoing at Abuja building collapse site

Rescue operations are currently ongoing at the site of a two-storey residential building that collapsed in the Kubwa area of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, on Saturday.

According to reports from the NTA on X.com, emergency responders have successfully extracted two individuals from the rubble and are working to rescue a third person trapped in a flat.

In a video shared by NTA, a voice was heard saying, “There are about three ladies stuck. They have extracted two, and they are trying to extract the third person from a particular flat.”

According reports that the building, located in Phase Two, Site Two, in the Kubwa area collapsed on Saturday, leaving many feared trapped.

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Delta LG poll: Low turnout mars election

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Delta LG poll: Low turnout mars election

The ongoing local government election in Delta State has been marred by a low turnout, TVN can report.
Traders at Igbudu Market were conducting their businesses in Warri, and commercial transporters were not left out.
There was a scanty presence of security operatives along major roads.
As of 10:57 am, eligible voters were yet to come out of their homes to cast their ballots for their preferred candidates in Warri South, Uvwie, and the home of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori in Osubi, Okpe Local Government Areas.
Our correspondent, who is currently monitoring the election, reports that the election will come to an end by 2 pm today.
Delta LG poll: Low turnout mars election

Oluremi Tinubu sympathises with Plateau over school disaster

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Oluremi Tinubu sympathises with Plateau over school disaster

First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu has expressed sadness over the tragic incident where a school building collapsed, resulting in deaths and injuries in Plateau State.

The unfortunate event occurred at Saint Academy in Jos, Plateau State capital, on Friday, claiming the lives of several school children and leaving others trapped under the rubble.

In a statement on Saturday by her spokesman, Busola Kukoyi, Mrs Tinubu condoled with the Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Muftwang, the bereaved families, and the entire people of Plateau State.

The statement reads, “It is indeed sad to hear the news of the school building collapse in Jos, which claimed the lives of our innocent children and their teachers.

“My heartfelt condolences goes to the Governor of Plateau State, His Excellency, Barr. Caleb Muftwang, the bereaved families, and the entire people of Plateau State.”

The First Lady prayed that God should comfort the families of the victims and grant them the strength to bear the devastating loss.

It added, “It is disheartening to lose these children with a promising future. Words are not enough to console you, but I pray that God comforts you all and grants you the strength to bear the devastating loss.

“May the souls of these, our precious ones rest in perfect peace. Amen.”

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Many trapped as building collapses in Abuja

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Many trapped as building collapses in Abuja

Many are feared trapped as a two-storey residential building located in Phase Two, Site Two in the Kubwa area of the Federal Capital Territory collapsed on Saturday.

The building, it was gathered collapsed around 7 am.

Details about the incident are still sketchy as of the time of filing this report.

The spokesperson for the FCT Emergency Management Agency, Nkechi Isa, said their search and rescue team are at the scene.

Details later ….

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Nigeria seeks to curb oil theft with $21m metering contract

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Nigeria seeks to curb oil theft with $21m metering contract

In a move aimed at tackling the persistent issue of oil theft in the Niger Delta, the Nigerian Federal Government (FG) has awarded a $21 million contract for the metering of 187 crude oil flow stations.
This initiative, approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC), represents a significant step towards increasing transparency and accountability within the nation’s oil and gas sector.
The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, who disclosed this at a press briefing in Abuja, stated that the initiatives would further give clarity on the volumes of crude produced in-country as well as the amount exported to other nations.
He said, “Two days ago, the Federal Executive Council meeting was held, presided over by Mr President, where we took some very bold steps to reorganise the oil and gas sector. One of the key approvals by the Federal Executive Council has to do with awarding a contract for the metering of our 187 flow stations across the Niger Delta region of Nigeria by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission.
“NUPRC is the apex regulatory agency or commission for the Nigerian oil and gas upstream sector. As part of our steps to ensure that we have proper accountability, the Federal Executive Council approved the metering of all our production. We have 187 flow stations in the country, and there was a contract awarded for us to meter all the flow stations so that we’ll be able to properly account for what we produce and what we export.
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“It is a major development that has never happened in this country. And this project is meant to be completed within six months, within 180 days. And it is important that Nigerians know some of the key steps that this government is taking to ensure that we maximise opportunities that other countries are getting by the availability of oil and gas in Nigeria.”
Curbing Losses and Boosting Revenue
Oil theft has long been a drain on Nigeria’s economy, with estimates suggesting billions of dollars lost annually. The installation of meters at flow stations – the points where crude oil is extracted from the ground – aims to provide accurate measurements of oil production. This data will be crucial in identifying discrepancies and preventing theft throughout the oil production process.
Efficiency Concerns and Transparency
However, questions remain regarding the effectiveness and long-term implications of this project. Some analysts point out the relatively low cost of the contract, raising concerns about the quality and durability of the meters to be installed. Additionally, the 180-day timeframe for project completion seems ambitious, and potential delays could hinder the initiative’s impact.
Furthermore, the success of this project hinges on robust enforcement mechanisms. The government must demonstrate a strong commitment to holding all parties accountable, including oil companies and any individuals involved in tampering with the meters.
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“You are so shameless” – Charly Boy, others knock Tinubu’s aide for dragging Peter Obi

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“You are so shameless” – Charly Boy, others knock Tinubu’s aide for dragging Peter Obi

Veteran Nigerian singer and social activist, Charles Oputa, known by his stage name, Charly Boy, has chided President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, for dragging the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi.
TVN reports that Onanuga had in a post on his verified X handle, called out Peter Obi for keeping mum on the Supreme Court’s judgement granting financial full autonomy to local governments.
Onanuga, in his post on Friday, wondered why the former Anambra governor is yet to tweet about the Supreme Court’s decision even after 36 hours.
He wrote: “Why is Peter Obi silent?
“More than 36 hours after the Supreme Court gave a landmark ruling, granting financial autonomy to Nigeria’s 774 local councils, Mr. Peter Obi, the defeated Labour Party candidate, has yet to utter a word on the epochal judgment.
“His silence confirms the belief that he is always quick to tweet unverified news about the Tinubu administration or our country.”
His post, however, didn’t go down well, as some supporters of Peter Obi stormed the comment section to lambast the presidential aide.
Commenting on the post, Charly Boy wrote, “Why are you so shameless”?
Similarly, a popular Nigerian journalist, David Hundeyin wrote, “Go drunk Bayo, you’re home”.
Also commenting, an X user and influencer, FS Yusuf wrote, “Sugar dey him mouth? Why are you looking for what he will say? If your policies will work, you will hear it from the masses and not Peter Obi. Shebi una say una win election”?
“You are so shameless” – Charly Boy, others knock Tinubu’s aide for dragging Peter Obi

Delta LG poll: DSIEC begins distribution of electoral materials to polling units, wards

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Delta LG poll: DSIEC begins distribution of electoral materials to polling units, wards

The Delta State Independent Electoral Commission (DSIEC) has commenced the distribution of sensitive electoral materials to the various wards and polling units in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State.
DSIEC Chief Electoral Officer, Sunday Emiakpo, confirmed this in a chat with newsmen at the legislative chamber of Warri South Council.
He said they began the distribution as early as 5 am this morning.
He mentioned that youths in the area attempted to force their way into the location where the electoral materials were kept.
Emiakpo said, “The youths attempted to force their way in up to three times. We had to invite the soldiers to clear them before we came in.”
“One of them said he wanted to come and inspect the materials, but I told them the DSS has taken records of everything. I told them, if you want to inspect anything, other party officials have to be here. If I do that, they will say I have done something funny with you. I said I was not going to allow that if they’re not complete.”
According to Emiakpo, “WRO in Warri South have their materials separate. We don’t want anybody to hijack them. The rule is that all candidates contesting the election will be together; they come with their own electoral officers.”
“At the end of the day, after an argument, they were boasting, but they were boasting for themselves. The man who came claiming to be a member of APC does not have a tag to identify himself.”
“I told the DPO that this man does not have a tag to identify himself. That was the only issue we had. Apart from that, we don’t have any challenges. Everything is going on peacefully.”
Delta LG poll: DSIEC begins distribution of electoral materials to polling units, wards

LG autonomy: Afenifere frowns at Supreme Court judgment

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LG autonomy: Afenifere frowns at Supreme Court judgment

The Pan Yoruba Socio-Political Group, Afenifere, has berated the Supreme Court judgment that granted financial autonomy to local government areas.
A statement signed by the leader of the group, Pa Ayo Adebanjo and its National Publicity Secretary, Prince Justice Faloye, said the ruling has done incalculable injury to the Nigerian state.
The statement is entitled: “Tinubu and the Grand Conspiracy Against Democracy and True Federalism in Nigeria.”
According to the statement, “Afenifere views the judgment of the Supreme Court in the case filed by the Federal Government on the so-called local government autonomy as a sheer judicial conspiracy in cahoots with the Tinubu administration against the Nigerian state and its foundational principles of federalism.
“Rather than interpret the constitution to uphold its elementary but overriding federal principle, which recognizes only a two-tier federal structure of the central government and federating states, the Supreme Court played to the gallery and wittingly allowed itself a most retrogressive declaration that the power of the government is portioned into three arms of government, the federal, the state and the local government.
“For the avoidance of any doubt, Afenifere makes bold to say that in line with its negotiated basis of existence, Nigeria is a “Federation consisting of states and a Federal Capital Territory”. as affirmed by Section 2 (2) of the 1999 constitution.
“While Afenifere frowns at corruption and misuse of public funds at levels of government, it condemns in most unmistaken terms the subjugation of the states and their constitutional roles, including the local government system, to the whims and caprices of the federal government by any means including obvious manipulation of the federation account as in the present case.”
The group said that the 1999 constitution, which, in spite of its flaws, gives life and power to the Supreme Court, provides in Section 162 and particularly subsection (6) that each state shall maintain a special account to be called “State Joint Local Government Account” into which shall be paid all allocations to the local government councils of the state from the Federation Account and from the government of the state.
LG autonomy: Afenifere frowns at Supreme Court judgment

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