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Senator Alli felicitates Oyo APC spokesman, Sadare on his birthday
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has extended heartfelt felicitation to a seasoned communicator and State APC Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Olawale Sadare, on his birthday. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to newsmen on Friday in Ibadan. Senator Alli described Sadare as an exemplary […]
Read MoreWe’re set for dialogue, Wike begs protesters
Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, has again called on “End Bad Governance in Nigeria” protesters to come for dialogue. He said the government is ready to listen to their concerns and also walk them through some governance issues that they may not have been privy to. He spoke on Thursday, August 1, […]
Read MoreObi Calls For Arrest, Prosecution Of Those Behind Threat Against Igbos
Obi, the former Anambra State Governor condemned the ultimatum on Igbos and also described it as deeply disturbing. The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 polls, Peter Obi, on Friday, called for the arrest and prosecution of promoters of genocidal threats against Igbos in Lagos. Social media has been awash with […]
Read MoreBetter Days Ahead: Senator Alli urges Nigerians to Reconsider August 1 protest
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has called on Nigerians to reconsider their plans to commence a protest on August 1, saying hardship temporary for long-lasting prosperity. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Saturday in Ibadan. Alli appealed to the citizens […]
Read MoreAkinyele Local Government Executive Chairman Urges Protesters to shun violence and protest peacefully to avert chaos, Gives Assurance on Coordinated Approach by Security Operatives in the LG.
The Executive chairman of Akinyele local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye has appealed to protesters to shun violence and protest peacefully to avert chaos as they embark on the proposed nation wide protests In a statement made available to the public through his Media Aide, Ogundipe Miracle, Hon Akinwole Akinleye called for calm and urged protesters […]
Read MoreOyo govt distributes 21,000 bags of free fertilizer to over 10,500 farmers
In a joint effort with the Federal Government, the Oyo State Government has launched a free distribution programme, providing 21,000 bags of assorted fertilizers to over 10,500 farmers in the state. The flag-off ceremony took place today at the OYSADA warehouse, Fertilizer Store Laniya, Ojongbodu area, Oyo town. During the event, no fewer than 250 […]
Read MoreSenator Alli bags Most Valuable Senator at Young Achievers Nigeria Awards
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) was recognised as the Most Valuable, Outstanding, and Performing Senator at the 14th Young Achievers Nigeria Awards. Alli, who was represented by his Media Aide, Akeem Abas, received the award during an elaborate event held at Ibis Hotel, Lagos, on Sunday evening. Alli expressed gratitude for the prestigious award, attributing […]
Read MoreNigerian president approves youth secretariat for FCT
Few months after granting approval for the establishment of a Women Affairs Secretariat in the Federal Capital Territory Administration FCTA, President Bola Tinubu has approved the creation of another Secretariat to cater for youths. The decision followed a presentation made to him by the FCT Minister, Ezenwo Nyesom Wike who had promised youths in the […]
Read MoreSenate President Summons Emergency Senate Meeting Of ‘National Importance’
The meeting will be held on July 31, 2024, just one day before the commencement of the nationwide planned protest against hunger and hardship. The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio has called for an emergency meeting of the Senate. A circular seen by Channels Television and signed by the Clerk, Chinedu Akubueze on Monday, said the […]
Read MoreOndo Governor Appoints Seyi Law, Others As Aides
The appointments take immediate effect. Seyilaw has thanked the governor for the appointment. Photo: Facebook/Seyilaw Comedian Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has appointed comedian Seyi Law, alongside others as aides The comedian whose real name is Oluseyi Aletile was appointed as a Senior Special Assistant (Entertainment & Tourism) to the governor. A statement by […]
Read MoreSenator Alli reaffirms NASS commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s electoral framework
Senator Sharafadeen Alli(APC-Oyo South) has reaffirmed the National Assembly’s collaborative efforts towards enhancing Nigeria’s electoral framework and strengthening democratic principles and institutions. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Friday in Ibadan. Alli, who is the Chairman, National Assembly Joint-Committee on […]
Read MoreTinubu, Southern Govs Mourn Iwuanyanwu
Tinubu said Iwuanyanwu will always be remembered for his remarkable legacy, praying for the repose of the departed elder statesman. Photo Combo of Ohaneze president, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu (L), and President Bola Tinubu (R). President Bola Tinubu has mourned the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, who died on Thursday. The 82-year-old Iwuanyanwu died after […]
Read MoreOba Adebimpe’s Death: Senator Alli expresses shock, sadness
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has expressed profound shock and sadness over the death of Oba Lateef Adebimpe, the Osi Balogun of Ibadanland. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Ibadan. Senator Alli, who is also the Maye Balogun […]
Read MoreTinubu calls for joint efforts to tackle insecurity
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the elimination of inter-agency rivalry among law enforcement agencies, stating that the insecurity in the country requires concerted efforts to curtail it. The President, who was represented by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, spoke during the inauguration of the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre […]
Read MoreNigerian Govs Hold Closed-Door Meeting.
Governors from the 36 states of the federation are currently convening in Abuja, the nation’s capital. Under the aegis of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, they are meeting at the NGF secretariat in the FCT. Some of the governors have already started to arrive at the meeting venue. Those already present at the venue are Governors […]
Read MoreDaniel Bwala Replies Atiku, Says Nationwide Protest Is Not Needed
Describing the intended protest as politically motivated, Bwala said members of the opposition party must see beyond politics and rally around President Bola Tinubu A former spokesperson for the Atiku Campaign Organization in the 2023 Presidential election, Daniel Bwala, has criticized the former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar for supporting the proposed nationwide protest. Bwala who […]
Read MorePlanned Protest Is Political, Says Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has described the planned national protest dated August 1 as politically induced Wike stated this on Tuesday in Abuja during an inspection tour of the Apo Karshi Road, saying the planned protest is to divert the attention of Nigerians from efforts by the President Bola […]
Read MoreShina Peller’s aide, Hammed Olabisi gets LG appointment
Hammed Olabisi, a trusted ally of a former House of Representatives member, Honourable Shina Peller, has been appointed as a Supervising Councillor in Iseyin Local Government Area of Oyo State. The formal induction ceremony took place at the council’s secretariat, where Olabisi, alongside other appointees, received their letters of appointment from the Executive Chairman of […]
Read MoreSenator Alli mourns demise of Lukman Anwo, Oyo APC Auditor
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has expressed profound grief over the passing of the State APC Auditor and former Chairman of Afijio Local Government, Hon. Lukman Anwo. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Saturday in Ibadan. Alli described Anwo’s death […]
Read MoreTinubu To Attend AU Meeting In Ghana
The meeting will be convened under the AU theme of the year 2024: ‘Educate and skill Africa for the 21st Century.’ President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to depart Abuja for Accra, Ghana on Saturday, July 20. According to a Friday statement by the presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, Tinubu is to participate in the sixth mid-year […]
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