The Federal Government has commended the junior Gymnasts for their excellent performances that led to the harvest of medals for the country at the just concluded World Gymnastics Championship held in the Republic of Malta The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Sports and Youth Development, Alhaji Ismaila Abubakar who gave the commendation in his office when he received the young gymnasts who came to present the medals won at the Tournament to him, applauded them for achieving podium performances, clinching 23 medals (8 gold, 8 silver, and 7 bronze) in different categories of the game. He commended the Ministry’s officials,…
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The Lagos State government has said it is shifting to an innovative and sustainable consumption model aimed at saving the future generations of resource scarcity. A statement by the State government said the launch of Circular Economy Hotspot in Lagos on Wednesday pioneered the transformation of the current production order towards regeneration and sustainability. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu formally unveiled the initiative at a conference organised by the State Government in collaboration with Circular Economy Innovation Partnership (CEIP) and African Circular Economy Network. The two-day event with the theme: “Towards a Circular and Resourceful Economy: The Future Lagos”, is taking place…
I will visit you unannounced, Oborevwori tells Delta workers Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, announced the approval of payment of N5 billion promotion arrears to workers in the State. Oborevwori announced that they will distribute the payment in three tranches, beginning in August and concluding in October 2023. He disclosed this while addressing workers during a visit to the Professor Chike Edozien Secretariat in Asaba, the State capital. Oborevwori said the approval followed a demand made by the workers before the Governorship election in the State. He promised to pay it when he came into office. The Governor said…
Airport Project: Katsina Governor To Compensate Landowners Also, he In ensuring the timely completion of projects at Katsina airport, the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace has urged the contractors handling the projects to quickly mobilize to site as the Katsina state government has concluded plan to pay compensation to the land owners. Permanent Secretary, Dr. Emmanuel Meribole while welcoming the Governor of Katsina state, Dikko Umar Radda in his office in Abuja, said there are eight projects at the airport, some of which include: the expansion of the existing airport APRON, Fire truck building, new terminal, Cargo terminal, and Fire…
Lagos State Governor Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu yesterday congratulated his Ondo State counterpart, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu on the occasion of his 67th birthday. Governor Sanwo-Olu in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, on Saturday, praised Akeredolu’s commitment and dedication to the service of the Ondo State people, as well his great contribution and excellent leadership among the South-West governors. He said Governor Akeredolu as a renowned legal icon, administrator and governor had made valuable impact in the lives of many people in Ondo State, South-West and Nigeria. Sanwo-Olu said Akeredolu, a former President of the Nigerian Bar…
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, on Friday, urged the State Board of Internal Revenue Service to expand the State tax net by bringing in more businesses in the informal sector. He gave the charge during the inauguration of the Chairman and Executive Directors of the Delta State Board of Internal Revenue, headed by Hon. Solomon Ighrakpata as Chairman. Others are Dr Frank Nwugo, Executive Director, Operations; Mr. Kelly Oghenekevwe, Executive Director, Finance and Administration; Mr. Collins Iwebunor, Executive Director, ICT and Hon. Mrs Orezi Esievo, Director, Legal Services. While congratulating the members of the new Board on their appointment, he…
Agent of Fraud Arraigned in Kaduna The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has arraigned one Danlami Bala Alafiya before Justice A.A. Isiaka of the Kaduna State High Court on a two-count charge bordering on land fraud. The police arrested the defendant following a complaint that he fraudulently convinced the nominal complainant to swap his BMW 750 2008 Model car for 10 plots of land valued at N 3,800,000 situated at Unguwan Hazo, Rigachikun, Kaduna State. After the swap, the complainant discovered that the land belonged to somebody else. Consequently, he asked for a refund but the defendant offered him…
The Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji has sought the support of the National Assembly for the development efforts of his administration. Specifically, the Governor urged the leadership of the National Assembly to be intentional in structuring its legislative activities to ensure rapid development of the state and ensure effective delivery of dividends of democracy to the people. Governor Oyebanji made the plea during a working visit to the office of the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio at the National Assembly Complex, in Abuja . The Governor was accompanied by the Senate Majority leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, Chairman Senate Committee on Media,…
The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offenses Unit (TASKFORCE) has denied that neither the Agency nor any of its operatives were involved in the extortion of a 77-Year old man by some unscrupulous individuals parading themselves as officials of the Lagos State Taskforce. The Chairman of the Agency, CSP Shola Jejeloye disclosed this in response to the report published by Africa News24 on Tuesday alleging that the officials of the Agency had swindled an unsuspecting man of the sum of N55,000 for a traffic offence. Jejeloye stated that the allegation, if true, might be the handwork of dubious-minded individuals who…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has averred that the “threat” contained in the written address by lawyers to Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) is a pre-emptive move to intimidate the judiciary. The PDP in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologubagba said the statement by the lawyers in the said written address “threatening crisis and anarchy” in the country in the event of the Court ruling that their clients did not meet the Constitutionally required 25% votes in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) is subversive, an…
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, yesterday, said his administration was a product of the grace and mercy of God. Oborevwori accompanied by his wife, Tobore, stated this at the thanksgiving service in honour of his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, at St. John’s Anglican Church, Ibabu, Ndokwa West Local Government Area of the State. The Governor stressed the importance of thanksgiving in perfecting the acts of God upon any man, adding that he overcame so many challenges to become Governor. Oborevwori said: “I am happy to be here to join my friend and brother, the Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme and…
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, yesterday, congratulated media mogul and Chairman of Thisday/Arise Media Group, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, on the occasion of his 64th birth anniversary. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, in Asaba, Oborevwori described the media baron and “Duke of Owa Kingdom” as an accomplished Journalist, outstanding patriot, a detrabilised Nigerian, a shinning statesman and exceptional entrepreneur who has inspired others to succeed in many endeavours. Oborevwori hailed Obaigbena for his exemplary leadership as President of the Newspapers Proprietors Association of Nigeria (NPAN), adding that the history of Nigeria Media Industry will not…
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori has sent his heart-felt condolences to the family of Ivan Omorhiakogbe, a two-year-old boy killed by a “stray bullet” during an operation by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Delta Command, at Okpanam area of the State capital. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, the Governor said the tragic incident was regrettable and avoidable if the officers had operated based on their rules of engagement. He called on the NDLEA authorities and the Delta Police Command to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of the boy and injury to his…
The Acting Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has flagged off the distribution of cheques to cover Insurance benefits to next-of-kins of officers who paid the supreme price and those who have suffered permanent deformities in the course of discharging their lawful duties. In a statement yesterday, the Force said the total sum of cheques presented to Sixty-Eight (68) families of deceased officers and those injured or rendered disabled in the line of duty captured under the Group Life Assurance 2022/2023 Policy Year amounts to Five Hundred and Thirty-Five Million, Six Hundred and Eighteen Thousand, Seven Hundred and Eighty-Eight…
DEPUTY Governor of Delta State, Monday Onyeme, has called on Christians to make themselves readily available for the work of God. The Deputy Governor, made the call when the Council of Knights, Diocese of Ndokwa, Anglican Communion paid him a congratulatory visit at Government House, Asaba. He stated that job schedule should not be a barrier to carrying out the work of God. “We should always contribute to the growth of Christianity; even when you are not there physically, contribute your quota to the work of God,” Onyeme said. He observed that there are a lot of benefits derivable from…
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji has called on traditional rulers and other stakeholders in the Ekiti project to devolve ways of ensuring greater unity among one another in the drive to bring the desired development to the state. Governor Oyebanji, who stated this in Ijero Ekiti during the 70th birthday thanksgiving service of the paramount ruler of Ijero Kingdom, HRM Oba Adebayo Adewole stated that great things could only be achieved in an atmosphere where unity and decorum persist. While congratulating the traditional ruler on his birthday, the Governor commended the Oba for his service towards the development of his…
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji on Monday described legal luminary and founder of Afe Babalola University Ado Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola (SAN) as a special gift to Ekiti State, Nigeria and humanity. Governor Oyebanji who joined other eminent Nigerians, including former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, former Commonwealth Secretary, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, among others to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Babalola’s call to bar, thanked the ABUAD Founder for providing platforms for many Nigerians who were once hopeless to realise their dreams. Oyebanji who reminisced on Afe Babalola’s prominent roles in the struggle and eventual…
The former Senior Special Assistant on Security to the Delta State Governor, Olu Kevin Oritsewinor has congratulated the Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, on his legal victories at the Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal and the Supreme Court on Friday. Oritsewinor in a congratulatory message said the victory has exonerated Oborevwori from forgery. The Supreme Court, on Friday dismissed an appeal brought before it by Chief Ikie Aghwarianovwe, seeking the disqualification of Governor Oborevwori for lack of merit. Oritsewinor who described the victory as God’s Will said Oborevwori Governorship election victory is the Will of the people. He urged other cases…
Man to lose so Lagos State Government on Wednesday read the riot act to street traders in the state, especially on the Third Mainland Bridge and Eko Bridge, declaring zero tolerance for street trading in the areas. In a press statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental Services, Gaji Omobolaji Tajudeen reiterated that the action is in line with the T.H.E.M.E.S. Agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to promote a cleaner and more aesthetic environment in Lagos, ensure total enforcement of the environmental Sanitation laws, and create a safer State for all. He stated that it had become imperative…
The Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori has assured investors of a peaceful investment climate in the state. Oborevwori gave the assurance on Tuesday when he received on courtesy visit members of the Ndigbo Cultural Forum Asaba chapter at Government House, Asaba. The Governor thanked the Forum for supporting his gubernatorial ambition and for their various investments in the state. He urged them to consider investing further by taking advantage of the peaceful environment across the state. He said: “I welcome you to Delta State Government House. I am very happy to receive all of you this afternoon. I am…
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to use his good offices and leadership position to “urgently publish details of spending of about N400bn so far saved as a result of the removal of subsidy on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) popularly called petrol.” SERAP urged him to “provide details of the plans on how subsequent savings from the removal of subsidy on petrol, including specific projects on which the funds would be spent, and the mechanisms that have been put in place to ensure that any such savings are not embezzled, misappropriated or diverted into…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has enjoined Nigerians to keep praying for their Leaders and make sacrifices for the growth and development of the Country. The Governor gave this admonition at an Eid Ul-Adha Celebration organised by the First Family with the theme; “Indeed I will make you a leader for the people”, held at the Lagos House, Ikeja. Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, said that Nigerians should pray for their leaders for them to do things right for the benefit of the citizenry. The Governor said, “We should always pray…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) yesterday, congratulated Edo State Governor, Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki, as he marked his birthday. The PDP in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologubagba said Obaseki is a pragmatic, down-to-earth and result-oriented administrator, who continues to exert his expertise, skills and resources not only towards the development of Edo State but also the unity, stability and economic growth of our country. “Our Party is very proud of Governor Obaseki’s dynamism and sense of duty with which he continues to transform Edo State with massive landmark people-oriented projects in critical sectors including oil and gas,…
One may be wrong to describe the anti-corruption fight waged by the former Buhari administration as one of those comedy drama series we watched when growing up as kids in Jos tin city on television screen aired from studio of former Benue Plateau Television (BPTV) spiced with elements of witch hunt for political stability because the pervasive neediness which proceed from the asphyxiating socio-economic challenges is the harsh consequence of the nation’s rapacious elite whose criminality is legendary. And, aside been evasive, the reality on the ground is unashamedly obfuscated by their minders as well as their overt or covert…
The Acting Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has expressed his commitment to enhancing the professionalism, effectiveness, and public trust in our law enforcement personnel. A statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi said “In line with this commitment, he has hereby set in motion machineries for the development of a comprehensive training program and curriculum for colleges and training schools that will place increased emphasis on attitudinal and behavioral changes, alongside physical and technical fitness. “The IGP acknowledges that law enforcement is a multifaceted profession that requires not only physical strength and technical proficiency but also mental…
The need for entrenchment of integrity and regulatory compliance in the banking and allied sector of the Nigerian economy as an anti-corruption strategy, came to the fore in a recently held one-day anti-corruption sensitization programme organized by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offenses Commission (ICPC) for the staff and management of the Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) Owerri, Imo state. An Assistant Commissioner in the Public Enlightenment unit, ICPC Imo State office, Mrs. Chinwe Egbeocha, revealed this during the sensitization programme held at the NDIC conference room in Owerri. She stated that the anti-corruption sensitisation programme, which is…
Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, yesterday, congratulated the Dein of Agbor, HRM Benjamin Ikenchukwu, Keagborekuzi 1, on his 46th birth anniversary. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, Oborevwori said the Agbor monarch is one of the most reverred and influential kings in the State and Country and lauded him for his outstanding contributions to growth of his Kingdom, the State and Country. The Governor said that the Dein has provided dedicated and inspirational leadership for the Agbor people over the years and deserves to be celebrated at 46. He lauded the monarch’s…
Muslims in Delta have been charged to use this period of Ei del Kabir to pray for Allah to bestow wisdom on Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and his team to enable them translate the MORE agenda into physical development. The immediate past Chairman, Muslims Pilgrims Welfare Board Alhaji Auwalu Tukur gave the charge while speaking at the ongoing hajj in Mecca in Saudi Arabia. Alhaji Tukur who led pilgrims from the state to the Holy land said their cardinal goal in Mecca was to pray for peace and all round development to characterise the administration of Governor Oborevwori. He said the…
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, yesterday, congratulated the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir festival. Governor Oyebanji rejoiced with the Muslim faithful for another opportunity to witness the celebration of an important festival in the Islamic Calendar. The Governor in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, described Eid-el-Kabir as a time to appreciate the Almighty Allah for his mercies and benevolence. He noted that the lessons of sacrifice and total submission to the will of the Almighty Allah should continue to resonate in the lives of the faithful and guide them in their…
The World Bank on Tuesday commended Delta State Government for its exemplary partnership in programme delivery. The Bank’s NG-CARES Task Leader, Professor Foluso Okumadewa gave the commendation when he led a delegation of the Nigeria COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus Program on courtesy visit to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori at Government House, Asaba. He congratulated Governor Oborevwori and his deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme on their successful inauguration, adding that they were in the state for independent verification assessment to support the needs of the poor and vulnerable for those affected by COVID-19 in the state. “We express the congratulations of…
