The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) state chairmen across Nigeria, including the Federal Capital Territory, have declared their intention to submit the names of prominent individuals allegedly involved in anti-party activities during the 2023 elections.
After the 2023 presidential election, numerous party members have called for penalties against specific individuals believed to have acted against the party’s interests.
Among those are former governors Nyesom Wike, Ayo Fayose, and Samuel Ortom, among others.
During a recent PDP National Working Committee (NWC) meeting with state chairmen in Abuja, the PDP National Organising Secretary, Umar Bature, underscored the importance of identifying individuals engaged in anti-party activities.
In response, Felix Hyatt, the PDP Chairman of Chairmen and Kaduna State Chairman, disclosed that the state chairpersons have the backing of the NWC to discipline specific individuals at the state level under the party’s constitution.
“The issue of discipline and anti-party activities are localized matters; it is not a matter of nationally given directives,” Hyat stated.
“The national leadership does not prevent state chapters from addressing issues. Politics is a local issue, so state chapters have the right to address matters from their perspective,” he added.
He affirmed that state chairmen would take appropriate action, and names of those they cannot discipline would be forwarded to the national leadership.
“The state chairmen will take the bold step, and those whom they cannot discipline, their names will be forwarded to the national [leadership]. Yes, even the constitution is very clear on that,” he stated.
“Let us be grateful to people who make us happy, they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom”. ………….Marcel Proust.
Sunday March 31st, 2024 at Yemetu Ibadan, the President General, Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes Chief Sulaiman Ajeniyi Ajewole and all his Executive Council led the cream de la cream of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes to receive the honour bestowed on one of them, Balogun Gaphar Babatunde Ojetola as the Jagunmolu Adini, Aimot Rawatib and Yemetu Muslim Community N2, N4 and N5 at an epoch making event at the playing field of the Yemetu Police Barracks, Ibadan.
Other important dignitaries at the event were the Senator representing Oyo South, Barrister Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, the President of Ibadanland Mogajis, Alhaji Mogaji Asimiyu Ariori, Mogaji Asiwaju Nurudeen Akinade who also represent the Ilaji Farms and Resorts Chief Executive, Engr. Sir. Dotun Sanusi, the President of the Traditional Baales of Ibadanland, Baale Folorunsho Bamitale Durojaye Ige and his council, Alhaja Simiat Adeleke Larodo, the Mother of the Day, the deputy Rector Polytechnic Ibadan Princess Olaide Salawu who is also the Chairperson at the occasion, Chief Mrs Ambassador Idowu Olaide Lawal (GAIC), Alhaji Wasiu Emiola, Alhaji Rafiu Olalekan Hassan, Architect Olawale, Dr. Bashiru Akande Lasisi and Professor Aderemi Raji-Oyelade, both of the University of Ibadan.
Also present at this occasion were the members of the Alakia/Isebo Muslim Community where Balogun Gaphar Ojetola is the Aare Musulumi, members of the Liberation Movement , representatives of Hon. Musiliu Olaide Akinremi Jagaban, Representing Ibadan North Federal Constituency and members of the Olayiwola-Ojetola family ably led by Baale Fatai Adesina Ojetola and many other important dignitaries too much to mention. God bless you all.
Balogun Gaphar Babatunde Ojetola is one of the four important personalities to be installed at this occasion. May Allah elongate and endow him with healthy longevity and massive wellness to serve Islam in this new appointed role.
At the turbanning and presentation of certificate, the Founder, Spiritual Head and Grand Imaam of Shafaudeen Society in Islam Worldwide, Professor Sabit Ariyo Olagoke who was also the Guest Speaker stated that the conferment of the title and award is in recognition of the contributions of Balogun Gaphar Babatunde Ojetola to the advancement of Islam and development of humanity. He also prayed that Allah spares the life of the newest Jagunmolu Adini for the service of humanity and Allah.
We are grateful to everyone who participated and contributed successfully to he success of this august event as they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom. God bless you all.
Consultancy Services Unit of the University of Ibadan Ventures Ltd in collaboration with 1st A-Z Exhibition Ventures held 1st international foods, beverages, drugs fair, exhibition and award giving ceremony.
The programme which began on the 24th of March and ended on Saturday 30th March, 2024 at the University of Ibadan Hotel had several entrepreneurs from different trading activities showcasing their products and innovations to the public glare.
In his words, while speaking to newsmen, Convener of the event who is also the Chairman of 1st A-Z Exhibition Ventures, Engr. Ponle commended all the participants for making the event a successful one. He highlighted the importance of the exhibition which was geared towards bringing series of products and innovations from several entrepreneurs closer to the people aiming at boosting the economy of the state and Nigeria at large.
The theme of the event was titled, “Highlighting in Practical Terms, Effective Administration And Development of The Social Responsibilities In Foods, Beverages And Drugs”.
While speaking to Oduduwa News, Babaloja of Oyo State, Alh. S.A. Jimoh through his representative lauded the organizers of the exhibition for bringing such programme to the state at a time there is need for massive investment in production to bring the economy back on track.
He used the ocassion to call on the government at all levels to give necessary support to the entrepreneurs and business men and women as this will strengthen them to continually drive local economy through innovations and inventions as seen in the recently held exhibition.
The programme came to an end after awards were given to Primate Ayodele, Babaloja -General of Oyo State, Alh. S.A. Jimoh and the CEO S. Adiss Agricultural Engineering Limited.
A man identified to be a soldier on Saturday stabbed a 27-year-old trader to death over the price of a carpet in Akure, the Ondo State capital.
The incident, which happened around Arakale area of Akure metropolis, led to the blockage of major roads in the area by some aggrieved traders and colleagues of the deceased.
An eyewitness, who identified himself as Chibuka, told newsmen that trouble started when the deceased tried to stop the man from beating and harassing a co-trader, who was a nursing mother, over the price of a carpet.
According to him, the interference led to an argument between the deceased and the “customer”.
“The ‘customer’ suddenly came down from the bike, brought out a dagger and stabbed the deceased in the stomach.
“The stabbed trader fell to the ground while the ‘customer’ took to his heels upon realising that his victim had lost consciousness,” he said.
SP Funmilayo Odunlami-Omisanya, Public Relations Officer(PPRO) of the Police Command in Ondo, confirmed the incident to newsmen and added that remains of the deceased had been taken to the morgue.
“Yes, the police can confirm the stabbing of a young man by a man believed to be a soldier; the command is in touch with the military authority so that the culprit(s) can be identified and arrested,” the PPRO said.
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has felicitated the Christian faithful in the state and across Nigeria on the occasion of the Easter festivity.
The Governor, who congratulated the Christians on witnessing another Easter season, called on them to use the special occasion to pray for Oyo State and Nigeria as well as the leadership.
According to the Governor, it has become important to engage in more prayers and supplications for the country and the state amid current economic situations.
He equally charged Christians to imbibe the lessons of love and sacrificial living taught through Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection, saying it is important for Christians, now more than ever before, to put into practice the lessons of love and sacrificial living of Christ.
He said: “I congratulate our Christian brethren on the occasion of Easter festivity.
“It is my prayer that God grants us the opportunity to witness more of such occasion.
“I also want to use the opportunity to charge them to follow Christ’s examples of love, selflessness and sacrificial living, as exemplified by his death on the cross of Calvary and resurrection.
“I equally call on all residents of the state to be vigilant and security-conscious as they celebrate Easter.
As we always say, if they see something, they should say something and as their government, we will continue to take action towards securing the state.
Wasiu Ayinde, often known as Kwam 1 or K1, a Fuji music icon, has voiced his wish to return to school despite dropping out years ago.
In a recent interview with journalists at his Mayegun Resort in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, the 67-year-old musician revealed his plans to enrol as an undergraduate at Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) in Ago-Iwoye, citing his love of learning as the driving force behind his decision.
Kwam 1 acknowledged that he had left school prematurely but said that he had already discussed his goals with the dean of the university’s music department.
Reflecting on his lifelong pursuit of knowledge, Kwam 1 remarked, “All my life I do research. Every opportunity that I have. Presently I am in school. As a matter of fact, I will soon be a fresher at Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU). I am just trying to do things in my own way to suit myself. You learn till you die.”
The music icon described a recent encounter at OOU, where he was extremely moved by a performance by the university’s music class in his honour.
Furthermore, Kwam 1 expressed his desire to use his influence and network in the music industry to bring together diverse talents and contribute to the progress of arts education.
“Very recently I had the opportunity to go and attend a function at the OOU. We had a mass set of graduands. The bands on the stand tried their hands on some of my works to recognise my presence. I was so overjoyous that time. So, in the form of wanting to appreciate them more, I sought to speak to the leader of the band and there I was told it was a band from the music class of OOU and they just started that class. I showed so much interest. I called for further discussion and in the cause of doing that I told them I want to enroll. I want to be part of them to see how we can develop a lot out of that.
“part of what I also discussed with the dean of the school of music at OOU was that we can do better. To bring a whole lot of artistes. The state is blessed with many names like Haruna Ishola, Ayuba, Shina Peters, Wizkid, Olamide, and D’banj. I told the dean that people like me can be used to bring everybody together and develop. That is what prompted me to want to go back to school. “I am a school dropout… I know the value of education… will I say I have self-education? Any sane person will never criticise the beauty of education,” he said.
Experts, academics, non governmental organizations as well as students under the aegis of Strengthening Capacity for Research and Policy Engagement on Notions of Motherhood and Fatherhood and Improved Children’s Wellbeing in Africa (SCaRPE-A), have advocated for safe motherhood and responsive fatherhood in child upbringing while calling for the eradication of child labour in our society.
This was made known yesterday at a One-Day Conference on Childhood Identities and Wellbeing in Nigeria which culminated into policy report titled: Parenting and Children Wellbeing In Nigeria: Dynamics, Interventions and Agenda Action presented by the duo of Dr. Mutiat Oladejo who is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of History, University of Ibadan and Dr. Sharon Omotoso who is a Senior Research Fellow (Gender/Media Studies) at the Institute of African Studies, University of Ibadan.
The event had scholars from various disciplines who also added their research inputs to the theme of the event.
In his opening remark, Professor S.O. Oyetade, Dean of the Faculty of Arts, University of Ibadan, thanked the Department of History for organising the Conference on parenting and children wellbeing in Nigeria, an important area of consideration in contemporary world owing to the changing notions in parenting and child upbringing. He noted further that the upbringing of a child is the collective responsibility of the society, but due to the high level of decadence in society nowadays, the upbringing of the child suffers a setback.
Dr. Mutiat Oladejo while speaking to newsmen on the Policy report, highlighted some of the challenges facing motherhood in our society which have placed burden of child parenting strictly on mother while neglecting important role of fatherhood as an integral component in child upbringing.
She was quoted as saying, “we have been in this project since 2020 and our advocacy is to improve children wellbeing and ensure proper child upbringing irrespective of whether you are a father or mother. Notion of motherhood is usually entangled in the problem of women discrimination, biases against women in the society as there is too much burden on being a mother while fatherhood is relegated to only financial support to mother, neglecting the aspect of social, psychological and moral support to the mother. She therefore called for responsive fatherhood and safe motherhood to improve parenting and children wellbeing in Nigeria.
The Head of Department of History, UI, Prof. Rasheed Olaniyi while joining the conversation called for the eradication of child labour in our society. He attributed some challenges facing children in our society to bad parenting and that adequate steps needed to be taken to address those challenges. He however enjoined the political elites to address socioeconomic problems confronting the nation as this will reduce economic burden on parents who engage their children in hawking and other forms of street trading when they are supposed to be in school.
The programme which lasted for several hours hosted academics from various institutions and a communique drafted at the end of the programme is reproduced below:
Communique issued at the end of a one-day conference on Childhood Identities in Nigeria: Being, Belonging and Becoming, a project of Strengthening Capacity for Research and Policy Engagement in Shifting Notions of Motherhood and Fatherhood for Improved Children Well-Being in Africa (SCaRPE-A) in collaboration with the Department of History, University of Ibadan, Nigeria and Women’s Research and Documentation Centre (WORDOC), University of Ibadan, Nigeria.
The conference on Childhood Identities and Wellbeing in Nigeria and a Public Presentation of Policy report titled: Parenting and Children Wellbeing in Nigeria was held on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at Otunba Subomi Balogun Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, Nigeria as part of the project of SCaRPE-A Nigeria convened by Dr. Mutiat T. Oladejo and Dr. Sharon A. Omotoso. The one-day Conference had in attendance scholars across various disciplines, educationists, representatives of non-governmental organizations, researchers and students. At 9am prompt, the conference opened with the introductory remark by Professor R.O Olaniyi, Head of History Department, University of Ibadan.
Following his address was the welcome speech by Professor S.O. Oyetade, Dean of the Faculty of Arts, University of Ibadan, who thanked the Department of History for organising the Conference on parenting and children wellbeing in Nigeria, an important area of consideration in the world today owing to the changing notions in parenting and child upbringing. He noted further that the upbringing of a child is the collective responsibility of society, but due to the high level of decadence in society nowadays, the upbringing of the child suffers a setback. He also made reference to how modernity has affected the upbringing of a child and thereby making it worse, the product of this according to him is what he described as (Abi Iko) one who was born but not trained and (Ako Igba) one who received moral training but refuse to put the training into use. He highlighted that at the end of the conference there should be resolutions and suggestions for parents to take care of their children. In the opening remark by the Deputy Vice Chancellor, (Research Innovation and Strategic Partnerships), Prof. Oluyemisi Bamgbose commended the Department for the wonderful opportunity of such a program and the need for the department to continue on such a trend towards having a better society. At 9:55am, the session rose for a group photograph.
This was immediately followed by the first lead paper presentation by Prof. Rasheed Olaniyi, Head of Department of History University of Ibadan. In his presentation titled: “Reckoning with the cycles of Abuse: Perspectives on labour exploitation of children in Nigeria”, Prof. Olaniyi applied an holistic approach in tackling the issue of child Labour and its consequences. He recognised the major reasons many children are used as cheap labourers is because of their inability to negotiate with the employees. He went further to identify the patterns of Child Labour ranging from street hawking, child marriage, child begging and child prostitution. Child labour affects both the boys and girl child which are subjected to exploitative practices. Beyond losing their childhood, these children developed survivor personality. He rounded up by saying that child learning is holistic, education should be prioritized and child labour should be curbed. The second lead paper was presented by Prof. Olukemi K. Amodu of the Institute of Child Health, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan. She emphasized on Childhood Immunisation as an integral factor in the becoming of a child. In the context of Nigerian society, she reiterated how researches on immunization is crucial in policy uptake for a healthy society.
At the parallel sessions, about forty (40) papers were presented by participants. Generally, some of the recommendations and resolutions reached at the conference included collaborative efforts among stakeholders in government, non-governmental agencies, schools and academic institutions, members of the public and the family in tackling the vice of child trafficking, improving children’s welfare and as well as changing the notions of parenting for effectiveness. Other recommendations include the adoption of enforcement agencies in tackling child trafficking, beyond the mere rhetoric of it.
The conveners presented a policy report on parenting and children wellbeing in Nigeria, published conference proceedings and edited publication of fieldnotes by early career researchers. The outcomes of the capacity strengthening process are uploaded in the website of African Research University Alliance, Centre of Excellence in Notions of Identities, Makerere University, Uganda. By 5:51 pm, Dr. Mutiat Oladejo gave the vote of thanks and note of appreciation to all participants at the conference and the conference ended with key issues manifesting that:
identity should not be a fixed construct but it should be viewed as dynamic and changing.
tradition tends to impose communal moral imposition on the child, motivating all moralists in the community to assault the child.
deadbeat mothers and fathers are common in the society but the wounds are incurable in the minds of children.
mothers’ undergo severe burdens involving poverty, spirituality, infertility and sacrifice in child upbringing.
the reason for child labour are manifest in debt bondage, lack of education, weak institutional framework and budget constraints.
impacts of entrepreneurship in child labour is exploitative because it leads to nonchalant attitude in concentrating on education and apprenticeship.
childhood immunization is an important aspect as feeding a child because of the exposure of children to various diseases and conditions.
the growing population in Nigeria has led to increased in the challenges of parenting on both fatherhood and motherhood.
there is no one way parenting styles as there have been several dynamics which have shaped the phenomena of parenting depending on class status in the society.
out-of-school children is a complicated issue, because of the cultural mindset on child labour
baby factory phenomenon has become an illicit economy that connects other West African countries
juvenile prostitution is an illicit economy that parents are also complicit in using their girls for.
child trafficking is also an illicit economy expanding rapidly due to challenges of inadequate care.
The Chief Imam of Iwoland, Sheik Abdulfatai Olododo, is dead.
It was gathered that he died yesterday at his residence in Iwo.
However, the Iwo Local Government Caretaker Chairman, Hon. Moshood Kabiru IRORUN has expressed his deep sympathy to the Muslim Ummah in Iwo over the demise of the Chief Imam of Iwo, Sheikh Abdul-Fatai Olododo.
In his condolence message, the chairman described the late Chief Imam as a deeply religious and patriotic indigene who contributed greatly, not only to the propagation of Islam in the community and beyond, but also to the prevailing peaceful co-existence between Muslims and adherents of other religions in Iwoland.
“Chief Imam was not only a respected religious scholar but also a beacon of unity and tolerance in our community. Through his vast knowledge and unyielding dedication, he fostered an environment where people of different faiths came together in harmony, understanding, and respect. He tirelessly preached love, compassion, and acceptance, inspiring us all to embrace our shared humanity and work towards a better future for everyone.
“We are forever grateful for Chief Imam’s teachings, guidance, and the extraordinary example he set for us all. His tireless efforts to unite us, irrespective of our differences, will echo in our hearts and minds, serving as a lasting testament to his wisdom and sincerity. The legacy he leaves behind is one that must be cherished and carried forward in our daily lives, as we continue to nurture the bonds of friendship and understanding he worked so diligently to strengthen.
“As we mourn this great loss, let us remember Chief Imam not only for his scholarly achievements but also for the compassion and love he shared with each and every one of us. Let us honor his memory by committing ourselves to the principles he upheld and by embracing the diversity that exists within our community. In doing so, we can continue his mission of fostering peace, harmony, and unity among all members of our community.
“During this difficult time, I extend my deepest condolences to Chief Imam’s family, friends, and all who held him dear. May you find solace in the memories and teachings he shared, and may his soul find eternal peace in the loving embrace of the Almighty”.
Akarigbo has urged cultists within Remo, Ogun State to emulate 48 people who renounced cultism, surrendered arms, ammunitions in Sagamu.
Yesterday, March 26, 2024, his royal majesty, Oba Dr Babatunde Adewale Ajayi, Torungbuwa II, LLB, LLM, FCA, FBR, CFR, the Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remoland and also the Chairman, Ogun State Council of Obas received the Ogun State security agencies in his Palace at Ita Oba, Sagamu, Ogun State.
The security agencies ably led by the Ogun State Commissioner of Police CP Abiodun Alamutu, were in the Palace of Akarigbo on the issue of cultism where nothing less than 48 Cultists renounced cultism and surrendered their arms and ammunitions to the Police for confiscation.
Speaking earlier, the Akarigbo and Paramount ruler of Remo land, Oba Babatunde Ajayi, said the amnesty for the cultists was as result of several engagements and discussion during when many of the cultists regretted their nefarious acts and promised to turn a new leaf.
Oba Ajayi said that “not satisfied with the killings and disturbance of these cultists in the town, the community restrategized and moved against them. The heat was so much that some of them were even forced to leave the town, but they continued to beg, sending emissaries that they were ready to turn a new leaf.
“We have engaged them and told them point-blank that cultism is not the way forward, that they will only ruin their life, ruin their family name and the plans of God for their lives.
“We told them to submit their weapons and stay away from cultism, and we have promised to integrate them into the society. It is an ongoing exercise, and we hope that their colleagues in other parts of Remo land and Ogun State as a whole will draw a vital lesson and follow suit as well. ”
Akarigbo thanked Governor Dapo Abiodun, security agencies, and the Sagamu Security Committee for working round the clock to ensure the success of the amnesty deal for the former cultists.
Oba Babatunde Ajayi also pleaded with the residents of the Sagamu community to show the repentant cultists love and support and not treat them as outcasts.
Those in attendance were, DSS State Director, Folashade Adekaya
Aareonakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Abiodun Ige Adams, on Tuesday, warned against what he termed as deliberate efforts by some individuals to drag his name in the mud, saying that his silence should not be taken for cowardice.
Iba Gani Adams, gave the warning while speaking on the controversy generated by an alleged audio clip, which had gone viral, vowing that he was ready to set the records straight on the various questions hanging in the balance on the alleged defamation contained in the said clips.
The Yoruba generalissimo, in a statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Mr Kehinde Aderemi, said the ongoing legal infraction by both Sunday Adeyemo Igboho popularly called Igboho and Mr.Tayo Ayinde, the Chief of Staff (COS) to the Lagos State Governor, was a grand conspiracy to discredit his person, and further vowed that he was ready to do everything to protect his hard-earned name and the office he represents.
He said his reaction became pertinent as it had become evident that those involved- Igboho and Ayinde – were not ready to toe the line of peace as initiated by the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Eniitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja 11, other prominent Obas and personalities in Yoruba land.
“The reason for my silence amid the various legal and media infractions by Igboho and Ayinde was not because I am a coward, but because of the initial interventions of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, other prominent Obas, and several other important personalities in Yorubaland.
This was just as he pointedly said that the audio clip generating the squabbles was a distorted and disjointed content of a private conversation held way back in 2021 between him and a US-based younger brother of a friend, recalling that the conversation was initiated by the young man who claimed he wanted a reconciliation between myself, Igboho and some other people.
