The Immediate Past Oyo State First Lady, Chief (Mrs) Florence Ajimobi has lost her mother, Chief Mrs. Oduaghan.
As at the time of filing this report, the details of her death yet to be revealed to the public by family.
Details later.
Congresses: Sen. Adamu, Ex-Oyo Deputy Gov, Alake Appointed By APC To Resolve Party’s Crisis
The erstwhile Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Chief Moses Alake Adeyemo and Senator Abdullahi Adamu have been appointed by All Progressives Congress (APC) Caretaker/Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC) as Chairman and Secretary of the party’s National Reconciliation Committee alongside eight others.
This was contained in a press statement released by the National Secretary of the CECPC, Sen. John James Akpanudoedehe today 14th of September, 2021.
The recent move by the party was to harmonize the aggrieved members due to the fallout of the recently conducted Ward and State Congresses of the party marred by complaints from different groups.
According to James, “A date for the inauguration and terms of reference for the Party’s National Reconciliation Committee will be communicated.”
Other members of the committee include, Sen. George Akume, H.E. Sullivan Chime, H.E. Ali Saad Birnin kudu, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, Alh. Suleiman Argungu, Dr. Mrs. Oluranti I. Adebule, and Dr. Mrs. Beta Edu.
Strike: Resident Doctors Want Falana To Lead Legal Battle
STRIKING members of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors have called on the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), to involve them in subsequent meetings with the Nigerian Medical Association.
This was as the association added that human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), would be leading the NARD legal team to the National Industrial Court on Wednesday.
The association’s Vice President, Adejo Arome, disclosed this on Monday.
It was reported that the NMA, barely 48 hours after meeting with the President, met with the leadership of NARD and called on the association to call off its ongoing strike.
The leaders of NARD were said to have remained adamant, maintaining that they would not call of the strike and were ready to meet the Federal Government in Court.
Arome told our correspondent that the President should have met the leaders of NARD alongside those of the NMA..
He said, “First of all, we would like to appeal to the President to always involve us in subsequent meetings alongside the NMA. The NMA is just a supervising body; we are the ones concerned.
“How can you say you are having a dialogue with people who are not concerned? We are the ones having the issues; you are meant to meet us.”
Insisting on continuing with the strike which started on August 2, Arome added, “Like we have said, we are not calling off the strike; we will be meeting them in court.
“Femi Falana is the Head of our legal team. We didn’t know it would get to this level but sadly, this is where we found ourselves.”
Lagos Govt Evacuates Beggers, Destitutes From Streets
The Lagos Government through the State Ministry of Youth and Social Development has begun ridding the street of beggars and destitute persons.
In an exercise tagged “Rescue Operation” undertaken by a special team of the Rescue and Rehabilitation department of the Ministry, in collaboration with the Police, Man ‘O’ War and other volunteers, major streets and markets in Mushin, Fadeyi, Yaba, Lekki and Sabo areas of Lagos were visited to rescue beggars as well as destitute and vulnerable people from the streets, under bridges, uncompleted buildings and other places unfit for human habitation.
Recall that a few weeks ago, the Honourable Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mr. Olusegun Dawodu addressed a press conference at Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, informing the public of the plan, purpose and modus operandi of the special team set up to rescue beggars, destitute and vulnerable persons.
His words: “As a responsible and responsive government, the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu led-administration will not fold its arms and watch the State become a haven for beggars.”
“Street begging is a social vice that we cannot afford to watch attain uncontrollable level before we act; otherwise, all the good plans and programs to transform our dear State would be adversely affected, which is same with street hawking.”
Speaking after the exercise, the Head of Rehabilitation and Rescue Department, Mrs. Olutoyin Jaiyeola disclosed that about 128 persons, including male and female as well as mentally challenged persons, destitute and beggars were rescued by the team from different areas of the State.
Protest Rocks Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic, Eruwa Over Dissolution of Management
Some youths in Eruwa town gathered early today at the entrance Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic to protest the removal of the erstwhile acting Rector, Mr. Peter Adejumo and called for the appointment of substantive rector in the institution.
The youths who gathered in number also demanded the removal of the Governing Council Chairman of the institution, Prof. Samuel Ogundiran for failure to appoint substantive management.
The major entrance to the institution was locked as students and members of staff were prevented from entering the campus.
Recall that ODUDUWA NEWS had earlier reported the dissolution of management of the institution and subsequent appointment of Rector, Bursar and Head of Works in acting capacity.
The Governing Council of the institution had on Friday approved the appointment of Dr Akinteye O. Adewuyi as the Acting Rector, Oladipo S. Abimbola as the Acting Bursar and Abeegunde O. Olatunde as the Acting Head of Works, following the expiration of the six months tenure of the interim management.
According to the governing council chairman, Professor Samuel Ogundiran, he said “the appointment is in accordance with the Conditions of Service for Nigeria Polytechnics as contained in National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), Chapter Ten Cap (e)” that acting appointment shall be for a period of six months in the first instance and could be reviewed for another final period of six months.
Ogundiran said that the incumbent acting Rector, Mr Peter Adejumo’s tenure ended on 10th September 2021.
Meanwhile, in reaction to the protest, the Chairman while speaking today to the correspondent of ODUDUWA NEWS via telephone conversation through his Media Aide said, those who protested were rented and ignorant of the laid down rules and regulations for the appointment of substantive Rector.
He made clarification further as quoted thus: “Governing Council doesn’t appoint Acting Rector for the third time as insinuated by the protesters, the Governing Council was inaugurated last year July and it appointed Acting Management by August. The Council does not unilaterally appoint substantive management because it does not have final decision on substantive management but to select best three names which shall be forwarded to the Governor for final appointment after proper screening.
“The process for substantive management has started already, interested candidates have applied and the application closed by July, interview and selection of credentials shall commence next week.”
“What the Council did at the last meeting was in accordance with the provision of NBTE Scheme of Servic and Chairman can’t take unilateral decision without the consent of the entire Council, the decision was taken at the meeting not the room of Council chairman.
The Chairman however appealed for calm as the decision of the Council was in the best interest of the institution and urged the protesters to allow peace to reign and not to allow themselves to be used by those who are not happy with smooth academic calendar being enjoyed at the institution.
Investment Opportunities: Lagos To Explore, Expand Bilateral Ties With Belgium
By: Adebayo Miracle
The Lagos state government has received a major boost in economic settings as Belgium expressed their intentions and readiness to expand bilateral ties with the government of Lagos State so as to benefit from several investment opportunities that are present in the State.
Mr Sam Egube, the State Commissioner for Economic Panning and Budget, who welcomed the Belgian Ambassador in Nigeria, Mr. Daniel Bertrand, to his office in Alausa, Ikeja also applauded the State Government’s resolve to improve the economy through an effective collaboration and partnership on opportunities opened for investment.
During the course of welcoming the Belgian Ambassador, Mr. Sam made it known that the government believed in effective partnership that would form the bedrock of development and would be in line with the T.H.E.M.E.S. Agenda, saying that “ Mr. Governor believes that we must have several levels of engagement and partnership to make things work. So one of the things we strive to is to ensure that those partnerships go beyond talk and into real definitive actions and as a result of this, we welcome you with a lot of excitement”
He further informed Mr Daniel Bertland that investment must be attracted which can only be done by working very closely with the state development partners and the federal governments. He also said that the Development Partnership Department in the Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget is being restructured to ensure a more active partnership with others to solve mutual problems.
The Belgium Ambassador, Mr. Daniel Bertrand also made the purpose of his visit known which is basically to familiarize himself with Lagos and the numerous opportunities which will also be presented to a delegation of Belgian business entrepreneurs that may be interested in doing business in the state, despite that Belgian business community is already active in Nigeria. Mr. Daniel said one of the priorties of his team is to strengthen their bilateral ties in Nigeria majorly in the economic and commercial fields, making reference to one of their active companies, Nigerite in Nigeria, he said they can be far more productive and that is why delegation of business entrepreneurs coming to Nigeria and who are very interested in Nigerian market are going to be welcomed in the next few months to Abuja or Lagos.
Gracing the occasion was also Mr. Stef Commers the Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Belgium in Nigeria; Aare Adebayo Sodade, Special Adviser to the Governor on Economic Planning and Budget; Mrs. Abiola Liadi the Permanent Secretary, Minister of Economic Planning and Budget; and the special Assistant to the Governor on Budget, Mr. Lekan Balogun among other dignitaries present.
Purported Banner Of Makinde For President Is Fake, Media Aide, Taiwo Adisa Disclaims
The Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde has disclaimed the purported banner circulated on social media advertising his intention for president in 2023.
This was contained in a statement made available through his Press Secretary, Taiwo Adisa as read in part:
“A fake news item, purportedly promoting Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, as a presidential hopeful in the 2023 election, has come to the attention of the Media Office Of The Governor.
“The banner advert, which has the picture of Governor Makinde and the Nigerian flag, as well as a picture of the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, allegedly promoting the presidential ambition of the governor, should be treated for what it is: Fake News!
A statement by Adisa on Monday, has disclaimed the alleged promo, describing it as one of the antics of fake news promoters.
“This is clearly the antics of purveyors of social media lap dogs, who are merely seeking to distract well-meaning people of Oyo State from the joy occasioned by the well-deserved promotion, to the Premier League, of the Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC).
“We believe that this fraudulent post alluded to the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Makinde is the handiwork of opposition elements, as APC’s social media lap dogs widely posted the fake news on their social media accounts.
“It is the usual practice of naysayers and detractors to seek to mix sour grapes in the basket of fruits, at a time when well-meaning citizens are celebrating.
“Let it be stated clearly, however, that Governor Makinde has no hand in any such campaign for the Presidency, as he has always stated that tomorrow only belongs to God.
“It is unthinkable that the governor, who has cautioned supporters against mounting a second-term campaign for him, would launch a 2023 presidential campaign at this period.
“For the avoidance of doubt, Makinde will not change his belief that power belongs to Almighty God and that only God knows the direction He is taking every of his creation.
“In the same vein, the Media Office of His Excellency has not and will not race ahead of time to promote an ambition that the governor has not declared.
“Therefore, we urge members of the public to ignore the fake news and see it as the shenanigans of a distressed opposition, which continues to show its desperation to retake power at all cost.
“Finally, members of the public are reminded that one of such callous posts by opposition elements once attempted to endanger the lives of innocent people in Oyo State at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, in May, 2020, when they posted that Covid-19 restrictions had been relaxed for religious gatherings, and attributed same to the Governor’s Media Office.”
JUST IN: Popular Nigerian Socialite, Dudu Heritage is Dead
Captain of the prestigious Ibadan Golf Club, Ola Ibironke, is dead. Popularly known as Dudu Heritage, the music promoter, according to sources, died last night.
This was after attempts to resuscitate him proved abortive. It was gathered that the deceased had slumped and was rushed to the hospital but later confirmed dead.
Married to top actress, Bimbo Oshin, Dudu Heritage had relocated to Ibadan some years ago.
Ibadan Golf Club reacts:
We are shocked by the sudden demise of our Captain, Mr. OLA IBIRONKE .The Course is hereby closed and all club activities are suspended until further notice while the Flag will be hoisted at half mast .Our prayers are with his family and members of this great Club.
Further details will be announced later.
Exco.
Lagos Govt Inaugurates Newly-Recruited 100 Fire Fighters
By Adebayo Miracle
After six month of intensive training at the Lagos Fire service Headquarters, Alausa Ikeja, the government of Lagos state has recruited 100 new officers to the Fire service. Provided with all necessary work tools which includes the personal protective clothing, the newly employed 100 officers were prepared for effective discharged of duties.
During the passing out parade ceremony, the Director, Lagos state Fire and Rescue Services, Mrs. Adeseye Margret, charged the newly recruited officers to boost the effectiveness of the Agency in Fire safety and rescue operations. Also reminding the newly recruited that their personal protective clothings were provided by the Lagos State Government to keep them safe and secure while performing their duties as fire fighters. She further said that the main focus of the new officers should be on the prevention of outbreak of fire and also ensuring the safety of lives and properties while she was admonishing the new officers.
The new officers who would later be deployed across the state. The Fire boss said that the new officers will go through operational attachment under the tutelage of experienced Firemen in order to secure important skills and experience necessary for the successful fire fighting operations.
The director also implored the new officers to contribute their part in in ensuring that there is efficient and effective service delivery to the residents of Lagos, after commending the state governor Mr. Babajide Olusola sanwo-Olu for providing all necessary support to the agency.
Trigger-Happy Police Officer Detained For Killing 18-Year-Old Girl In Lagos
ODUDUWA NEWS has gathered that the trigger-happy Police officer who shot 18-year-old admission-seeker dead has been arrested and detailed by Lagos Command.
This was disclosed yesterday in a statement made available by the Commissioner of Police to the newsmen eceived as read in part:
“It has come to the knowledge of the Lagos State Police Command that one Monsurat Ojuade (female) aged 18, was hit by a stray bullet at about 0100hrs of 11th September, 2021 when a team of detectives from the State Criminal Investigation Department, Panti went on investigation activities to effect arrest of a robbery suspect in Ijeshatedo area of the State.
“Concerted efforts were made to save the life of the injured victim. She was immediately taken to the hospital for urgent medical attention but later died on the way to the hospital.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Hakeem Odumosu, regrets this unfortunate but avoidable incident and sincerely commiserates with the bereaved family in whose pain he shares in this moment of grief.
“This is therefore to inform the bereaved family, sympathizers and the general public that the erring Police officer who pulled the trigger has been identified and is currently being detained.
“The Commissioner of Police has directed that the said police officer should be tried and charged to court immediately after being dismissed from the Force. This, it is believed, will serve as deterrent to others who do not act professionally in the course of their duties.
“This singular sad incident notwithstanding, the Lagos State Police Command SHALL continue to strive vigorously and conscientiously to protect the lives and property of the citizens in the State”.