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Osinbajo celebrates wife’s 57th birthday with adorable photos

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Osinbajo celebrates wife’s 57th birthday with adorable photos

Ex-vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, has showered his wife, Dolapo, with lovely words as she celebrates her 57 birthday.

Osinbajo took to his Instagram page on Monday to wish his wife a lovely birthday.

Dolapo Osinbajo
Dolapo Osinbajo

Sharing photos Osinbajo said, “Happy Birthday, my love #dolapoosinbajo. Your love, kindness, and generosity make all our lives so much happier. Love you always.

He continued, saying: “This year I decided to share my favourite photos of Dolly #dolapoosinbajo doing her favourite things .”

Dolapo Osinbajo
Dolapo Osinbajo

In the comment section, Nollywood actress Joke Silva said: “Happy birthday to the Jewel in the Crown. Have an incredible day.”

Yemi and Dolapo Osinbajo
Yemi and Dolapo Osinbajo

Also, Ibukun Awosika, former Chairman, Board of Directors, First Bank of Nigeria Ltd. , wrote, “Happy birthday to a most beautiful person, both inside and outside. You are a true treasure and a worthy example of Christ in us. God bless you richly. Love you lots.”

Dolapo Osinbajo
Dolapo Osinbajo

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Deliver dividends of democracy to Nigerians, ALGON tells council chairmen 

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Deliver dividends of democracy to Nigerians, ALGON tells council chairmen 

Following a recent judgment of the Supreme Court which granted full autonomy to all local government areas in the country, the National President of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria, Aminu Mu’azu-Maifata, has called on the 774 council chairmen to use the opportunity of the autonomy to positively touch the lives of the people at the grassroots.

Speaking during a press briefing in Lafia, Nasarawa State capital, on Monday, the ALGON President explained that the autonomy granted to the LGs would enhance democracy at the grassroots level across the country and empower local authorities to make decisions that would have positive impacts on the lives of their people.

He commended President Bola Tinubu for his efforts to ensure that local government councils begin to function properly as enshrined in the constitution.

The ALGON president, who is also the incumbent Chairman of Lafia LG, further assured all that henceforth, all council chairmen across the country will do everything within their powers to deliver the dividends of democracy to their people.

Mu’azu-Maifata said, “Before the pronouncement of the Supreme Court, the autonomy has been there, clearly spelt out in the constitution, but the players were not allowing it to see the light of the day.

 

“But with this pronouncement, we know that everybody has keyed into it. Nigerians are now waiting to see that the pronouncement of the Supreme Court becomes a reality.

“So, I want to call on all the council chairmen in the 774 LGs of the country to ensure that you give your people the best of leadership. You need to deploy all the necessary expertise at your disposal to see that you deliver the dividends of democracy to the people.

“As council chairmen, we have high expectations from the federal government, the governors and all Nigerians, so we should not disabuse these positive expectations, most especially from  President Bola Tinubu who has a passion to see that local government councils in the country are functioning, as stated in the constitution.”

He urged his colleagues (774 council chairmen) to pay more attention to the issues of payment of salaries; building and rehabilitation of basic healthcare facilities; supporting schools at the grassroots to function properly; and ensuring adequate security at the grassroots; among other basic amenities which would make life more meaning to the people at the grassroots level.

Mu’azu-Maifata further called on all relevant stakeholders, including local government officials and the general public, to support the Supreme Court’s judgment and work together towards harnessing its positive impacts for the benefit of the entire citizens of the country.

On the N62,000 proposed minimum wage by the Federal Government, the ALGON President appealed for an increase in the monthly allocations to the 774 LGs in the country to enable them to pay the new amount when it is finally made a law.

“Once the new minimum wage is enacted by the National Assembly and becomes a law, every council chairman must obey. But how to obey such a law is what we will look into. By sourcing funds to pay salaries; We are also going to find ways to attract and harmonize resources so that we will not default,” he added.

Adamawa inaugurates male, female council chairmen, vice chairpersons

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Adamawa inaugurates male, female council chairmen, vice chairpersons

The Adamawa State government on Monday, swore in 21 newly elected local government chairmen.
The Chairmen emerged after a council election conducted on Saturday, July 13, across the 21 local government areas of the state.
Notably, the 21 Chairmen, all of them male, were elected alongside 21 women as running mates and now as vice chairpersons; achieving a gender balancing hitherto unknown in the state.
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri who leads the state with a female Deputy Governor, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, had earlier asked his Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to make chairmanship candidates choose people of opposite sex for the council poll.
The party had gone ahead to present a mix of candidates for the election, which produced all-PDP winners after the main opposition All Progressives Congress, APC, refused to present candidates.
The newly elected council bosses were sworn in at the Mahmud Ribadu Square in Yola by the state chief judge, Hapsat Abdulrahman.
Making a thanksgiving speech on behalf of all the Chairmen, Suleiman Gankuma, the Chairman of Toungo Council Area, said they would not disappoint the party on which ticket they were elected.
Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, commending the winners, said the victory of the chairmen at the poll is a victory for democracy at the grassroots.
“You must continue to win by discharging your duties responsibly. You must be at your duty post whenever your people desire you. This isn’t a part-time job. Your people must have access to you as much as possible at all times,” Fintiri told them.

Adamawa inaugurates male, female council chairmen, vice chairpersons

Court stops Bayero, four others from parading selves as Emirs

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Court stops Bayero, four others from parading selves as Emirs

A Kano State High Court presided over by Justice Amina Aliyu has perpetually restrained Aminu Ado-Bayero and four other deposed Emirs of Bichi, Rano, Gaya and Karaye from parading themselves as Emirs.

Delivering the judgment on Monday, Justice Aliyu further restrained the 15th Emir of Kano and four other dethroned Emirs by themselves, servants, privies and any other persons appointed by them from parading themselves as Emirs of Kano, Bichi, Gaya, Rano, Karaye.

Recall that the Kano State Government had filed a suit asking the state High Court to stop the 15th Emir, Bayero, and four other Emirs of Karaye, Bichi, Rano and Gaya from parading themselves as Emirs.

The government also gave the deposed Emirs 48 hours within which to vacate their respective palaces after being deposed.

However, Justice Aliyu said while delivering the judgment, that the issue of evicting the deposed Emir, Bayero, from his Nassarawa mini palace is a rent tribunal matter and is not before it.

In her judgment, she directed the deposed Emir and four other former Emirs to quickly hand over all the Emirate Traditional Royal Artefacts to the government and the substantive Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II.

Justice Aliyu also said that the State Assembly Emirate Council Repeal Law 2024 was done according to the Law as enshrined in Section 4 of the Constitution.

Similarly, she ruled that the State Governor, Abba Yusuf, assenting to the law is also done perfectly according to the Constitution.

Reducing NNPCL’s stake in Dangote refinery recipe for losses – Adeyanju to Tinubu

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Reducing NNPCL’s stake in Dangote refinery recipe for losses – Adeyanju to Tinubu

Activist lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, on Monday, informed President Bola Tinubu of the implications of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited reducing its stake in the Dangote refinery from 20 percent to 7.2 percent.
Adeyanju warned President Tinubu that NNPCL’s decision has significant implications for Nigeria’s economy and welfare.
The Chairman of Dangote Group and owner of Dangote Refinery, Aliko Dangote disclosed that the NNPCL reduced its 20 percent stake in Dangote Refinery.
The African richest man noted that the Nigerian oil company now owns only 7.2 percent of the refinery due to the NNPC’s failure to pay the balance of their share, which was due last month in June.
Reacting, Adeyanju said the decision of the NNPCL raises concerns that “warrants immediate attention and transparency.”
In an open letter to Tinubu, the lawyer said the reduction from 20% to 7.2% would amount to a loss in potential revenue for the Nigerian Government.
The letter reads: “As a concerned citizen of Nigeria, I feel compelled to address the recent decision by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to reduce its stake in the Dangote Refinery from 20% to 7.2%. This decision has significant implications for our national economy and the welfare of Nigerian taxpayers, and it raises several concerns that warrant immediate attention and transparency.
“To provide context, in September 2021, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited acquired a 20% stake in the Dangote Refinery for $2.76 billion. This investment was intended to secure a significant share in the refinery, which is expected to be a crucial asset for Nigeria’s energy sector. The initial financing included $1.036 billion provided by Lekki Refinery Funding Limited, with $1 billion paid directly to Dangote Refinery and $36 million allocated for transaction costs. The remaining $1.76 billion was to be paid through a discount on crude oil prices and future dividends.
“The reduction of NNPC Limited’s stake from 20% to 7.2% represents a substantial loss in potential revenue for the Nigerian Government. The Dangote Refinery is poised to be a critical asset in our nation’s energy sector, and owning a significant share would have ensured a steady stream of revenue through dividends and profit sharing. By reducing its stake, NNPC Limited diminishes its share of future profits, directly impacting the funds available for public services, infrastructure, and other critical needs. This decision essentially sacrifices long-term financial benefits for what appears to be short-term expediency.
“Additionally, this move reduces NNPC Limited’s strategic influence over the refinery’s operations. With a smaller stake, NNPC Limited will have less say in the management and strategic decisions of the refinery, which is a key national asset. This diminished influence could lead to decisions not aligning with our national energy policies or best interests. It raises questions about whether this decision was made adequately considering its broader implications for Nigeria’s energy security and economic stability.
“Moreover, the lack of transparency surrounding this decision is deeply troubling. There has been little or no detailed explanation provided to the public regarding the reasons behind the reduction in NNPC Limited’s shares. Was this decision driven purely by financial constraints, or were there other factors at play? The absence of clear, comprehensive communication from NNPC Limited fuels suspicion and erodes public trust in our institutions. It is imperative that NNPC Limited and the Nigerian government provide a full and transparent account of the motivations and deliberations that led to this decision.
“Furthermore, this decision has direct implications for Nigerian taxpayers. By capping the investment, NNPC Limited avoids potential immediate financial strains, but it also forfeits future financial benefits that could have supported public services and infrastructure development. The reduction in potential revenue could impact the funds available for critical national development projects, thereby affecting the quality of life for Nigerian citizens.
“I urge the Nigerian government and NNPC Limited to reconsider this decision or, at the very least, provide a detailed and transparent explanation to the public. The people of Nigeria deserve to understand the rationale behind decisions that significantly impact our national assets and future prosperity. It is essential to restore public confidence through openness and accountability. Failing to do so will only deepen the distrust and scepticism that many Nigerians already feel towards our institutions.
“In conclusion, the reduction of NNPC Limited’s stake in the Dangote Refinery is a decision laden with negative implications for Nigerian taxpayers and raises serious concerns about transparency and potential foul play. I call upon the Nigerian government and NNPCL Limited to address these concerns promptly and ensure that all future decisions regarding our national assets are made with the utmost integrity and in the best interest of the Nigerian people.”
Reducing NNPCL’s stake in Dangote refinery recipe for losses – Adeyanju to Tinubu

Osoba’s passion for nation-building remains indelible

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Osoba’s passion for nation-building remains indelible

The United States chapter of the All Progressives Congress has described the ex-Governor of Ogun State, Olusegun Osoba, as a nation-builder whose impact on the development of Nigeria cannot be forgotten.

The APC USA National Youth Leader, Oyakhilome Bello, disclosed this in a congratulatory message issued in Abuja to celebrate Osoba’s 85th birthday on Monday.

The elder statesman had an illustrious career as a journalist in the 1960s before veering into politics.

He was elected as the governor of Ogun State first from 1992 to 1993 during the Third Republic on the platform of the Social Democratic Party.

The former Daily Times editor was later removed from office by the late General Sani Abacha’s administration on November 17, 1993, but was fortunate to be elected again as governor on the ticket of the Alliance for Democracy from May 1999 to May 2003.

In the statement released on Monday, Bello described Osoba as a paragon of excellence in politics and public governance.

The member of the APC Diaspora Directorate of Edo Governorship Campaign Council also labelled him a ‘hero of democracy’ and an ‘accomplished political actor of great repute’ that should be emulated.

He said, “Osoba’s unwavering commitment and passion for nation-building, as seen in all his meritorious service to humanity and the nation at large, would remain indelible. He is a renowned journalist and paragon of excellence in public governance whose impact on nation-building cannot be denied in the sand of time.

“We salute his patriotism, dedication, and service to the nation with his impact on our democracy today. As we celebrate his birthday today, we not only express our deepest appreciation for his exceptional and immense contributions to making our dear nation better, but also pray for many more years of good health, fulfilment, and continued sound health and mind.”

‘You are a common stooge,’ Bello El-Rufai fires back at Omatseye

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‘You are a common stooge,’ Bello El-Rufai fires back at Omatseye

Bello El-Rufai, one of the sons of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, Bello, has descended on The Nation newspaper columnist, Sam Omatseye for calling his family derogatory names in his recent column in the newspaper.
In the column under the headline “Like father like fraud,” Omatseye described the El-Rufai‘s family as a shameless and criminally minded people in response to an earlier tweet by Bello who labellrd him a “shameless idiot”.
The article read:
“A tweet went viral last week from the fingers of lawmaker and son of former Kaduna State governor, Bello El-Rufai.
“I did not see it until quite a few people forwarded it to me. A former minister also sent it to me with a comment, ‘This little prick needs to be put in his place.’
“What did Bello, a member of House of Representatives, write?
“Thanks. I left the office early to see him off at the airport. I just told him a lot of you do love him and have been supportive. I shared some tweets to him. We also laughed at a shameless idiot, Sam the houseboy at 70, of the Toilet Paper called The Nation.
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“He accompanied the tweet with a picture of the back of his father, the former governor who bleeds rather than talk.
“Bello himself has been pampered by his father. He never had any real job in this country before he became lawmaker, except a stint at a Chinese firm his father helped him get. He schooled outside this country.
“A father is accused of stealing over N400 billion, the son goes to the toilet to defend him… So, if father is an accused thief, son is a liar. What a combo of family. Who is shameless if not a thief or a liar?”

A father is accused of stealing over N400 billion, the son goes to the toilet to defend him… So, if father is an accused thief, son is a liar. What a combo of family.  Who is shameless if not a thief or a liar?
— Sam Omatseye (@samomatseye) July 15, 2024

In response to the article, an angry Bello took to his X handle to fire back at Omatseye.
He wrote: “Your family is the shameless one, who are they? You are a common stooge sent to write terribly written articles. Who are you?
“The man is here, he is defending himself, he has ignored you people, yet you still can’t stop shaking before going to sleep because he troubles you.”

Your family is the shameless one, who are they? You are a common stooge sent to write terribly written articles.
Wtf are you?
The man is here, he is defending himself, he has ignored you people, yet you still can’t stop shaking before going to sleep because he troubles you.
— Bashir El-Rufai (@BashirElRufai) July 15, 2024

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Frozen poultry products smuggled from Benin not safe, Customs warn

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Frozen poultry products smuggled from Benin not safe, Customs warn

The Nigeria Customs Service, Ogun Area 1 Command, has warned the public against the consumption of smuggled frozen poultry products due to its health implications.

The command’s Comptroller, Mr James Ojo, gave the warning in an interview on Monday in Ota.

According to him, the World Health Organization; Centre for Disease Control and Prevention; Food and the Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations, described the consumption of smuggled frozen poultry products as having adverse effects on the health of the people.

Ojo said, “The frozen poultry products smuggled into Nigeria from the Republic of Benin were preserved with chemicals and often lacked proper regulatory oversight, increasing the risk of harmful chemicals being used for preservation.

“Also, they may not meet the nutritional standards required for healthy consumption and poor handling as well as preservation techniques can degrade the nutritional quality of the meat, thus leading to potential deficiencies when consumed regularly.

“The use of unknown or banned chemicals in preserving smuggled poultry can trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.”

The comptroller listed some of these chemicals including formaldehyde and other preservatives, which could cause acute and chronic health issues like poisoning, cancer and organ damage.

Ojo admonished smugglers who were into such nefarious business to desist as the Customs would not relent in ensuring that the illicit goods banned by the Federal Government do not come into the country.

(NAN)

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CITN hails Supreme Court judgment

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CITN hails Supreme Court judgment

The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria has welcomed the Supreme Court verdict affirming the financial autonomy of Local Governments in Nigeria.

This was indicated in a statement signed by the minister of Acting Registrar/Chief Executive, Afolake Oso, of the CITN on Monday.

Oso said that the apex court’s ruling will drive improved governance and development at the grassroots level.

“Above all, this will promote fiscal federalism and true autonomy at the subnational level thereby enhancing the delivery of democratic dividends to the populace,” the CITN statement said.

The CITN also charged the local government chairmen to ensure the judicious use of resources coming to them.

“It is also a call to service for leadership at the various local Councils as they will have greater control over the resources of the local government thereby, allowing for structured planning and development.

“More than ever before, more accountability, prudence and transparency are required from the players at the local level, toward ensuring judicious use of resources for prompt payment of salaries of workers, provision of health and social services, educational facilities, infrastructural development amongst others,” the statement partly read.

The institute went further to state that the development should spur the LG chairmen to put an end to the use of touts for revenue collection.

“As an Institute devoted to promoting a professionalised tax system, we expect that this development will curb the unwholesome and uncivilised practice of touting and using non-state actors in revenue collection at the local governments, which arises from an unstructured political and ineffective tax system. This practice, although aimed at augmenting poor revenues, leaves the system very inactive,” CITN said.

The Supreme Court on Thursday declared it unconstitutional for state governors to hold funds allocated for local government administrations.

The court further declared that a state government has no power to appoint a caretaker committee and a local government council is only recognisable with a democratically elected government.

Imo Gov, Uzodinma tasks PolyNek council members on unity, teamwork

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Imo Gov, Uzodinma tasks PolyNek council members on unity, teamwork

Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has tasked Nigerians to prioritise unity and cooperation to achieve remarkable progress in every facet of institutional growth.
Uzodinma made the call when he received the newly constituted Governing Council of the Federal Polytechnic Nekede led by Chief Henry Ikechukwu Ikoh in Owerri, Imo State capital.
He emphasized the importance of building harmonious relationships with the management team, students, and the host community.
“This collaboration is important for transforming the institution into a beacon of excellence and innovation”, Uzodinma added.
He urged the Governing Council of the Federal Polytechnic to align its strategies with the Renewed Hope agenda championed by President Tinubu, ensuring that the educational goals of the Institution reflect the broader vision for national development.
Imo Gov, Uzodinma tasks PolyNek council members on unity, teamwork

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