A 26-year-old man has died in Ogun State after reportedly taking a herbal concoction.
Monday Edereno travelled from Ijebu Ode to Asa Elegbada, a village near Owode Egba, to consult a 28-year-old traditional healer, Ifakunle Olanrewaju, over a leg pain.
Unfortunately, the patient died after Mr Olanrewaju administered a herbal concoction on him.
While confirming the incident on Friday, the police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, said Mr Edereno was found dead in his home at about 7 a.m. on Thursday.
She said the traditional healer reported the incident to the police, saying the deceased was his regular customer.
“According to his account, he stated that on the Tuesday, one Monday Edereno, 26 years, a customer who used to patronise his herbal concoction, visited him from Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, and had previously complained of a discomforting pain in his right leg on Wednesday and Olanrewaju, in his habitual manner, provided him with some herbal mixtures.
“Sadly, on 12/09/2024 at about 0700 hours, Edereno was found dead in his home.”
The police spokesperson said the remains of the deceased was taken to the mortuary at General Hospital, Owode Egba, for an autopsy and that investigation was ongoing to ascertain the cause of his death.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced petrol prices for September 2024, sourced from Dangote Refinery. Prices will vary across Nigeria, with Lagos at N950.22 per litre and Borno at N1,019.22. NNPCL will pay in dollars for September, switching to Naira in October.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has revealed the anticipated petrol prices for September 2024, with figures set to reflect the cost of sourcing Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from the Dangote Refinery. In a statement released by NNPCL’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, the company outlined that the pricing adjustments will vary across regions in Nigeria, with Lagos expecting prices around N950.22 per litre, while Borno State may see prices as high as N1,019.22 per litre.
The statement emphasized that, by the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), petrol prices are determined through negotiations between relevant parties, not by government regulation. Soneye also highlighted that NNPCL will pay Dangote Refinery in U.S. dollars for the PMS offtake for September, while Naira-based transactions will begin on October 1, 2024.
NNPCL reassured Nigerians that any discounts from Dangote Refinery will be passed on directly to consumers. The projected prices show northern states like Sokoto, Kano, and Kaduna with pump prices nearing N999 per litre, while southern states such as Rivers and Imo may experience slightly lower prices around N980.22 per litre.
This pricing update follows recent negotiations between NNPCL and Dangote Refinery, aiming to balance fuel supply and address regional distribution costs. The announcement comes amid broader efforts to stabilize fuel pricing and ensure adequate supply across Nigeria.
In celebration of this year’s Malud Nabi, Alhaja Sarutu Aduke Konibaje, has extended her warm greetings to market leaders, both men and women, across the State. In her message, she acknowledged the significant role that market men and women play in the economic and social activities of State, commending their dedication and hard work in ensuring the availability of goods and services for the people.
Sarutu Aduke Konibaje used the occasion to urge market leaders and traders to imbibe the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him), particularly his emphasis on honesty, compassion, and peaceful coexistence. She stressed the importance of upholding these values in their daily dealings, both in business and personal relationships.
“On this auspicious occasion of Malud Nabi, let us reflect on the teachings of the Prophet and allow them to guide us in our interactions with one another. By living with honesty, humility, and kindness, we can foster a peaceful and prosperous environment for ourselves and future generations,” she said.
She also emphasized the need for continued unity and peaceful coexistence among all traders, regardless of their religious or ethnic backgrounds. She urged the market men and women to work hand in hand to maintain the peace and stability that the State has enjoyed over the years, ensuring that the market continues to be a place of harmony and progress.
As the celebrations continue, she expressed her best wishes to all and prayed for a peaceful and prosperous year ahead.
The presidential aspirant and activist came in to Lagos Nigeria from the USA this morning and he got detained by the Nigerian Immigration Service under “orders from above”.
His passport was seized but he was released some minutes afterwards.
He says he was planning a series of protests for next month starting from Independence Day.
The Chairman of Itesiwaju Local Government, Hon. Monsur Olayemi Ojo has sworn in Hon. Monsur AbdulAzeez Muhammad Sefiu Blade as the new Secretary to the Council.
While performing the swear in ceremony, the Council Boss urged the Secretary to prioritize effective service delivery in order to promote the progress of the local government.
The swearing in ceremony was held at the Local Government Secretariat.
The Council Boss also stressed the need for the political appointees to key into vision of Governor Seyi Makinde in bringing dividends of democracy closer to the people at the grassroot.
Hon Olayemi while commending the state governor, Engr Seyi Makinde for his uncommon character and ingenuity in piloting the affairs of the state eulogised him for appointing credible and competent person as the secretary of the council in person of TP Abdul Azeez Mohammadu Sefiu Alade.
Hon Olayemi while speaking at the occasion reiterated that career officers are partners in progress, whose efforts can make or mar any administration and as such urged the newly sworn in Secretary to work closely with career officers.
Hon. Olayemi urged the newly sworn in secretary to see his appointment as a clarion call to serve the people of Itesiwaju Local Government and not a particular section or a particular town of the council.
He stressed that the appointment of Alhaji Abdul azeez, Alade is an indication of the level of trust and confidence people have in him, he therefore admonished him not to betray people’s trust.
According to him, the newly sworn in secretary should bring to bear his wealth of experience as a technocrat with clear vision and innovation to move the council forward.
Hon Olayemi also highlighted salient issues that can hinder the success of the administration and urged the council secretary to respect the sanctity of togetherness.
Vice Chairman Itesiwaju Local Government Hon Ayangbade Peter appreciated Engr Seyi Makinde, Senator Hosea Ayoola,Hon Dayo Ogungbenro and Hon Femi Awakan for their tremendous support and commitment to good governance.
The newly sworn in secretary Itesiwaju Local Government TP Abdul azeez mohammadu sefiu Alade while speaking with newsmen promised to live up to expectation in the discharge of his duties.
Among the party leaders who graced the occasion were the Leader of the House Hon. Soliu Mutairu, Chief of staff Hon Ogunlade Adewale,Hon Joshua Oyewumi Adegbiji,Dr Lateef Ajibike,Mrs Fabiyi Folashade and Deputy Director of Administration and General Services Mr Felix Onatunji who administered oath of office to the council secretary on behalf of the council head of local government ,NSCDC corps and NOA among others.
Five persons have lost their lives while six others were critically injured in a road mishap that occurred along old Oyo/Ogbomoso road.
The accident which occured Friday night involved articulated vehicle and a commercial Sharon bus.
The articulated vehicle, as reliably gathered lost control at Oolo community in Oriire local government area and ran into the business.
It was gathered that five of the passengers died on the spot while the remaining six victims are recuperating at an undisclosed hospital.
Confirming the incident, a top management staff of the Federal Road Safety Commission, (FRSC) who preferred anonymity said, “The accident happened on Friday night.
“Five out of the eleven persons involved in the accident are dead while the remaining six victims are recuperating in the hospital”.
Meanwhile, an eyewitness account blamed the incident on overspeeding and disregard for traffic laws.
Farmers in the Iwo Local Government Area of Osun State have expressed concerns over the invasion of their farms by herdsmen, whose cattle routinely graze on their crops.
The farmers reported that the herdsmen’s activities had severely damaged their crops and called on the Federal Government to enforce the law banning open grazing in the country.
Their concerns were voiced during a visitation and data capturing by the Tinubu/Shettima Back to Farm Initiative, according to a statement by the Iwo LG Coordinator of the programme, Toyin Adeyemo, revealed to newsmen.
Speaking on behalf of the farmers, Oladepo Asifat highlighted additional challenges such as the high cost of farming inputs, including herbicides, pesticides, and fertilisers, which had become unaffordable.
“The prices of all the items we use for farming have skyrocketed. These materials are now beyond our financial reach,” he lamented.
The farmers also urged the government to support all-year-round farming by providing irrigation schemes, noting that rain-fed agriculture was unreliable and insufficient, given the increasing population.
The National Association of Technologists in Engineering, Oyo State Branch under the leadership of Engr. M. A Busari-Akere in Conjunction with the Faculty of Engineering, The Polytechnic, Ibadan on Thursday inducted over 289 Engineering graduates in Civil Engineering, Mechanical & Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering and Computer Engineering of the Institution into the profession, as a certified Technologists.
The professional oath was administered on the students inductee by the representative of COREN, Engr. Mrs Maduka.
The two Key Note Speakers, Engr.Dr. Oke D.A who’s the Head of Department of Civil Engineering Department of The Polytechnic, Ibadan and Chief (Hon.) Soji Alonge, a former National President of the Alumni body described Technologist as the heart of Engineering, and charged the new members to uphold the values and ethics of the profession, and work with honesty and high level of professionalism, saying that it’s better to Under promise and over deliver than over promise and under deliver.
Speaking on the theme of the ceremony “The Emerging Technologists; Linking The Professional Body with Alumni Association” the two speakers, unanimously charged the new members to work as a team and ensure that they belong to any of the Alumni chapter wherever they find themselves, as they can move mountain in unity.
The Speakers also implored the government to address the dichotomy in Polytechnic education, especially as it relates to Engineering saying that University graduate shouldn’t be placed above Polytechnic graduates as they both pass through the same learning process while the Polytechnic students are even more practical inclined.
The 2nd day ceremony witnessed administering professional oath on 200 corporate members at the Assembly Hall of The Polytechnic, Ibadan done by the representative of NATE National President, Engr. Tokede Oluremi Sunday.
Dr. (Mrs) Oluwaseun A. Wale-Orojo The Guest Speaker at the second day spoke on the theme “Intersection of Emerging Technologies & Sustainable Economic Development” advised the inductees to be a problem solver, develop skills, and attend workshops for advancement of their professional competence.
The two-day event witnessed presentation of award of recognition and appreciation to Individuals who has contributed and still contributing to the association and humanity at large. The Awardees includes: Chief (Hon) Soji Longe, Dr. Oke, Engr. Sunday Gbenjo, Dr. (Mrs). Oluwaseun A. Wale-Orojo, Mr. Abass Sadik, Mogaji Abayomi Gbadamosi, Chief (Hon) Soji Longe, Dr. Oke D.A, Chief Saheed Oladele and Mr Ogunjimi Adewumi Joseph.
Dignitaries presents include RT. Hon. Dominic Udoatan NATE National President ably represented by the Vice President Southwest of NATE; Engr. Tokede. O. Sunday, The Acting Rector of The Polytechnic Ibadan, Dr. T. A Lasisi; Founding Chairman of Oyo NATE, Pa Fakorede; Dean Faculty of Engineering; Engr. Dr. L. O Oladejo, Awardees; Mogaji Taofeek Abiodun.
Engr. Musa Akere, the State Chairman of NATE dedicates the success recorded so far by his administration to the efforts and corporation of his executives, including the elders of the association for their continuous guidance.
