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In the spirit of Eid Mubarak, the Lagos State Government fed the State’s lndigenes undergoing screening at 81st Regular Recruits Intake exercise for enlistment into the Nigerian Army.
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ODUDUWA NEWS has just gathered that some people have today trooped out in Ibadan to protest against the detention of the acclaimed Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Igboho in Benin Republic. Igboho was detained in Cotonou by Interpol following the signal sent by Nigerian authority to Benin Republic
The pictures of the scene of the protest are highlighted as attached.
The government said that all the 41 ghost workers would be removed from its payroll.
It also noted that it has discovered 341 workers with irregular records.
The Implementation Committee of the 2019/2020 Civil/Public Servants Audit and Payroll Re-engineering/Validation Exercise made these declarations in a statement on Wednesday.
The statement added that of the 341 who indicated their decision of voluntary retirement to the Implementation Committee, 290 officers had turned in their voluntary retirement letters, while the 24 officers who failed to take advantage of the two-month window have now been retired by the concerned agencies of government.
“The Implementation Committee of the Oyo State 2019/2020 Civil/Public Servants Audit and Payroll Re-engineering/Validation Exercise has recommended the removal of 41 staff classified as “No Show” (ghost workers) by the consultants.
“The consultants had indicted 602 officers and recommended them for removal from the payrolls but the Implementation Committee affirmed 41 ghost workers; cleared 40 others of any infraction; uncovered 10 deaths; 170 systematic retirements; and affirmed the option of voluntary retirement by 341 others with irregular records of service.
“Following series of reconciliations, the report of the consultants was received by the government on April 30, 2021, after which an Implementation Committee was put in place to fashion out the final implementation model,” the statement read in part.
The 13-member Implementation Committee, headed by Mr. D.O Olatunde, Permanent Secretary, Civil Service Commission, recommended that an administrative investigation be undertaken by the government to determine where the salaries of the ghost officers had been going.
According to the statement, the administration of Governor Seyi Makinde had, in a painstaking effort, set up a number of reconciliation meetings to review the report of Sally Tilbot Consultants, which undertook a forensic analysis of civil/public servants between 2019 and 2020.
The Committee, according to its report submitted to the government, had, however, recommended that 170 officers, who were found to have “retired systematically” (retirement according to age or years of service) be removed from the list of 602 earlier recommended for sanction by Tilbot Consultants.
Ten (10) others who were found to have died were also removed from the list prepared by the Consultants, while another 40 officers were cleared and absolved of any offence.
The report read in part: “From the above, it is observed that from the 602 alleged officers, one hundred and seventy (170) had already retired systematically due to no particular influence of the screening exercise and ten (10) deceased.
“Consequently, the Committee agreed that out of the 602 officers involved in the report: Forty (40) officers should be absolved and allowed to remain on government payrolls; one hundred and seventy (170) officers who had retired systematically should be allowed on pension payrolls, and ten (10) deceased officers should be paid their due entitlements.
It also agreed that: “three hundred and forty-one (341) officers that opted for voluntary retirement should be allowed to do so; forty-one (41) officers established to be “No Show” should be removed from Government Payrolls immediately; while the list of affected officers from Tertiary Institutions should be forwarded to their respective Governing Councils for necessary action.”
“They chained him in the cell where they put him in Cotonou. There was a fracas at the airport yesterday when he was arrested. They hit him in the hand and that same hand was handcuffed, he is in pains and he was weeping like a child when I called, I heard him.”
” The wife too was put in a separate cell but they didn’t chain the wife. He was crying, the wife was crying too cease he was writhing in pains seriously. We only pray they don’t pay anybody to kill him. You don’t out somebody in cell and still chain the person.”
“You know he sustained injury and they didn’t take him to hospital for treatment. We heard that he is appearing in court tomorrow but I don’t know whether that will carry it out.”
The Arole Oduduwa & Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II, has congratulated Muslims across the world, especially descendants of Oduduwa over the ongoing Eid-ul-Adha celebration also known as Ileya.
According to a statement signed by his Director of Media & Public Affairs, Comrade Moses Olafare, Ooni Ogunwusi noted that lessons associated with the season must not be forgotten.
I celebrate with my Muslim faithful across the nation on this special Eid day as today marks a fulfilment of the holy injunction of gathering together to celebrate the spirit of sharing, joy and jubilation.
As you all fulfil the tenets of Eid Mubarak through sacrifice, I admonish you to immensely uphold in gratitude the values of showing love to one another, representing the spirit of peace and selfless compassion towards your neighbours.
May the blessings of complete obedience to Allah enfold you, your household and our nation, Nigeria.
Going further, Ooni Ogunwusi, the Co-chairman, National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria(NCTRN) urged Muslims to continue to be tolerant of their neighbours who are faithfuls of other religions.
“We descendants of Oduduwa are known for peace and I want our people to sustain this. Records of security itches in some part Nigeria at large is often aggravated by broken relationship and unresolved issues which should be looked into.
“Let us be our brothers’ keepers like our founding fathers were, we are socially related no matter where we come from and I want us all to share love even beyond we share our ram meat to our neighbours.
“On this note, I wish to congratulate all Muslims once again and I wish you all a happy celebration.
A ku Odun. Eid El Kabir! Ooni Ogunwusi noted.
The Founder of Baby Blue Angels Foundation, Ambassador Ramata Agberemi Dabo (RAD) has called on all Muslims faithfuls in Akinyele/Lagelu Constituency and beyond to seize the opportunity of this year Eid-el-Kabir period to replicate the uncommon act of Anabi Ibrahim who paid the supreme price for our being by sacrificing for our creator.
Hon. Ramata Agberemi Dabo showed the love of this season by distributing nothing less than three-hundred bags of rice, drinks, and other food items to political and religious leaders and followers across Akinyele, Lagelu and other parts of Oyo State.
According to Ramata Agberemi Dabo, the items were distributed to her constituents so as to ensure that no Muslim faithfuls left behind in celebrating the uncommon love, sacrifice, and perseverance taught us by the commemoration of today as Eidel-Kabir.
Hon. Ramata in her message to Nigerians and Oyo State Muslim faithfuls in particular through her media aide urged them to put the fear of Almighty Allah in whatever they do and also to love one another so as to have a new Nigeria of our dream.
Hon. Ramata finally called on the good people of the pacesetter State in particular and Nigeria in general to use this year’s Eid-el-Kabir to pray earnestly to Almighty Allah for love, peace, harmony, stability, and oneness of our country and the State.
RAD says òpò Odún la ó se láyé ooooo
The Governing Council Chairman of the prestigious Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic Eruwa, Professor Samuel Ogunwale Ogundiran, has rejoiced with the entire Muslim students, staff, and management of the institution on the celebration of 2021 Eid-il Kabir.
In his Sallah message made available to ODUDUWA NEWS this afternoon, he said, “It’s my pleasure to felicitate with my prestigious, intelligent, patriotic and industrious Council members, management, staff, and peace-loving students of the prestigious Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic, Eruwa on the joyous celebration of Eil-el Mubaraq. This day teaches us love and fear of God. Therefore, the lessons learnt from Prophet Ibrahim should be put into practice in our daily activities.”
He further appreciated the Executive Governor Of Oyo State, Engr Seyi Makinde for the ample opportunity given to him to serve as the institution’s Council Chairman. He also lauded his unflinching support which is aimed towards progress of the institution.
While concluding his message, he admonished students of the institution to be law-abiding, focused, and steadfast in thier academic pursuit. In his words, “the institution is currently experiencing accelerated development. It is therefore the collective responsibility of the students, staff, and management to keep the good name of the school and be of good ambassador anywhere in the world.”
He also enjoined Muslim faithfuls on campus to use the period to pray for the growth of the institution, Oyo State, and Nigeria at large.
Happy Sallah! May we live to witness and celebrate more of this day in good health.
By: Comrade Lekan Badmus.
Alm is defined as something given freely to the needy and the less – privileged. It is a charismatic gift to; not only the vulnerable but those in dire needs. Alm is an act of extending love to the others and it is something that must be given with lots of enthusiasm.
Meanwhile, giving alm in anticipation of returns is a negation of the spirit and tenets of alm. Alm is devoid of reciprocation. It is not a gesture that should be seen as trade by barter. The intent of alm is to bring succour and palliative to the poor.
In Islam, alm is the third of the five pillars of Islam. It is called ZAKAT. The other four are: Sahada ( absolute faith in the oneness and supremacy of Allah) Salat( prayer) Sawm(fasting during Ramadan) and Hajj( pilgrimage).
Zakat is accepted by Muslims globally irrespective of ethnic, regional or sectarian differences. It is charitable and considered obligatory. A Muslim does not need to be a millionaire before he could give alms.
The religious practice of Islam is based on the five pillars to which every Muslim should adhere. They are fundamental expression of Islam beliefs.
Armed on the other hand is a situation where people are equipped with weapons. A person who is armed is given an order to attack. This order may be warped in sinister or primordial motive.
Armed in the context of this article is not the legal security operatives who are constitutionally armed to defend the corporate existence of the nation and protect citizens lives and properties.
While ALM is humanitarian, ARMED is destructive. Alm signifies humane feeling but armed breeds chaos, anarchy and throws caution into the wind.
ISLAM is synonymous with PEACE.
However, peace seems to have eluded the nation. The incessant attacks and general insecurity in the land is worrisome. This has retarded the growth of individuals, corporate organizations and the nation. DisgustingIy, most of the crises plaguing the nation are orchestrated. However, it is un-Islamic for any Muslim to incite and instigate violence under whatever pretence. It is archaic and myopic to ascribe violence to JIHAD. The essence of JIHAD is for Muslims to be agents of desirable changes. We have got to be at the forefront of reorientation of values and virtues.
The Ileya festival has afforded us another opportunity to search our conscience and reconcile with Allah. To err is human. Every human being is infallible and an embodiment of woes cum inequities. We are not saints and so have to show remorse. Confess our sins and request for forgiveness with the mindset never to sin anymore.
Ileya should not be restricted to merriment. It calls for sober reflection and pensive mood.
None of us has the wherewithal to fight for God. In what capacity ? Have you removed the tick on your eyes before attempting to remove from others’ eyes! Who tells you are righteous!
Semi Allahu moni- hamida.
On a finality, every Muslim needs to respect the constituted authorities – our leaders. From the president to the governors and the Kings. We should be guided by Quranic injunctions. The leaders and followers have a great and complementary roles to play. Act well your part.
Islam does not forbid us from criticising the policies of the governnents but it has to be a constructive one. Our actions should not be channelled towards pulling any leader down. Our sense of reasoning and logic should not be blindfolded by politics and religious sentiment.
Government on the other hand should justify the confidence reposed in them by the voters. Fear of God should be your watchword. Your ascension to that coveated seat is not as a result of your political dexterity and sagacity. It is never by your wisdom.
Your Excellencies and Royal majesties, you are not qualified. God qualified you.
May Allah Continue to be our pathfinder and may peace and development in all ramifications sprout in the land.
Ma Salam !
Comrade Lekan Badmus is a freelance writer and public opinion analyst.
I heartily use this medium to wish the Muslim faithfuls of my local government, Oyo State and Nigeria at large a blessed and happy Eid-el-Kabir festival.
Truly, times are tough but we are a tough people too. Therefore, I have no doubt that we shall overcome our present economic and security setback sooner than anticipated, if we all commit to the ideals of nation building.
I enjoin every one of us to contribute in strengthening the bond of unity and oneness that exists among us. This, I believe, will spur us to avoid negative tendencies that could derail our efforts at ensuring that the dividends of democracy trickled down to the people at the grassroot.
As we celebrate this auspicious occasion, let us renew our faith in our nation and implore the almighty God to restore to us those values that place high premium on human life, love of neighbour and sharing even as we ventilate our faith in the unity of our dear country.
EID MUBARAK!
Hon. (Mrs) Julianah Oluwakemi Akanni-Ika.
The Executive Chairperson Olorunsogo Local Government.
The Convener Oye Sèyí Movement, Hon. Abiodun Oni, has rejoiced with Muslim Ummah on the occasion of Eid-el-kabir festival.
Hon. Abiodun Oni the Convener Òyẹ Sèyí Movement, a socio political movement has urged the people of Igbeti, Olorunsogo Local Government to get involve and register for their Permanent Voters Card (PVC) ahead of the 2023 general election.
Abiodun Oni made the call in his Eid el-Kabir Sallah message to the people of Igbeti at his country home in Olosun area, Oke General Igbeti.
Hon. Abiodun Oni, who is also the Chairman Oyo State Minerals Development Agency, said the PVC is the only power the electorate have to vote for candidates of their choice.
“We will be failing in our duties if we don’t tell you the power you have as eligible voters. You have enormous electoral power to elect any candidate of your choice but you can only do this if you have your PVC. Without it, one would not be able to exercise the due constitutional responsibility of casting vote in the nation’s electoral process’’, he said.
The Convener Oye Sèyí Movement urged those who have not registered to take advantage of the ongoing online Continuous Voters Registration (CVR) to register.
He further urged the people of Igbeti and Oyo State to keep praying and supporting the Seyi Makinde led government, as his administration reflect the hopes and aspirations of the people.
Abiodun Oni appealed to Nigerians to continue to uphold the noble virtues of peace, unity and love for one another, irrespective of religion, ethnic or political affiliations.
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