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Stakeholders that comprise of legitimate members of Olugbesan family both home and in the Diaspora have cautioned the former deputy Governor of Oyo state, Mr Hazeem Gbolarunmi to stop parading himself as legitimate member of Olugbesan family. The stakeholders while responding to a statement credited to Gbolarunmi where he claimed that he doesn't know the legitimate family members, said that the former deputy Governor should be the one to henceforth desist from calling himself a member of the family not to talk of parading himself as the head of the family. "We all know ourselves at Olugbesan family. Time has come now for us to put a stop to this impersonation and identity theft. You can continue to parade yourself as a legitimate member of our family when we know and have historical...

By Victor Okoye Dame Julie Donli, the Lady Captain of IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja, has called for partnership between the Federal Ministry of Interior and the Ladies Golf Section (LGS). Donli made the call on Thursday in Abuja, when she and members of the 2024/2025 IBB LGS Executive Committee went on a sponsorship drive/courtesy visit to the office of the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. She called for joint-partnership between the IBB LGS and the Ministry of Interior on various levels such as the weekly Ladies Thursday kittys, corporate membership for ladies, sponsorships and tournaments. She emphasised the benefits of the collaboration to include physical health, corporate publicity, networking, among others. “We want to partner with your mi...

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) says effective trade dispute resolution mechanisms under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and ECOWAS instruments can foster regional economic growth. Dr Kola Sofola, ECOWAS Director of Trade, stated this at a capacity building workshop on dispute settlement mechanisms under the AfCFTA and ECOWAS instruments in Abuja. Newsspecng.com reports that the event was organised by the ECOWAS Commission, the ECOWAS Court of Justice (CCJ), AfCFTA, and Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies. Sofola explained that the programme aimed to strengthen the role of the ECOWAS Court for effective resolution of trade agreements, to foster legal certainty, greater cooperation, and regional economic growth. “This workshop is...

By Gami Tadanyigbe  The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has described the economic and education situation within the University system as worrisome and disturbing in the country.  Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, ASUU President said  this while speaking with newsmen at a two-day programme organised by the union on the state of nation conference on Thursday in Abuja.  The theme of the conference is, "Nigeria in a State of general crisis: the search for a new path to development''. Osodeke said that most of the internally generated funds from universities were nothing to write home about when compelled to the daily or monthly running costs for electricity, security among others. "We are so challenged. But let me give you a quick example, University of ...

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has congratulated former governor of the state, Olusegun Mimiko on the occasion of his 70th birthday. Mr Aiyedatiwa described Mr Mimiko as an exceptional leader. Mr Mimiko was in office between 2009 and 2017. Mr Aiyedatiwa, in his congratulatory message signed by his spokesperson, Ebenezer Adeniyan, on Thursday in Akure, hailed Mr Mimiko’s contributions to the development of the state. The governor also described the ex-governor as an inspiration to the coming generation. Mr Aiyedatiwa said, “On behalf of the good people and government of Ondo State, I congratulate former Governor, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, on the auspicious occasion of his 70th birthday. Mimiko, aside being a predecessor and the longest-serving governor of the state, is an ...

President Bola Tinubu has identified the localisation of production processes and cost reduction as critical factors in addressing hunger in Nigeria.Mr Tinubu, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, said this at the 2024 National MSME Conference on Thursday in Abuja. He emphasised that the country’s economic challenges, including food insecurity, stem from a reliance on imported goods and inefficient local production. “Nigerians experience hunger because we have not fully localised production processes and reduced costs effectively. “I also realise the importance of innovation and digitalisation to this purpose. There is no justice in creating an economy that is not sustainable for the coming generations. “Our constitution frowns ...

Members of Civil society organisations at A2J Forum in Abuja on Thursday By Jacinta Nwachukwu The Inmate Education Foundation (IEF), an NGO, has called on the Federal Government to consider subsidising examinations fees for Nigerian inmates to encourage much participation in NECO and WAEC examinations. Ms Balikis Anoba, a Research Officer of the Foundation,made the call during the meeting of Civil Society Organisation Communication and Coordination Forum for Effective Intervention on Thursday in Abuja. Anoba said that the Foundation was able to register about 150 inmates with N26, 000 per inmate for NECO examination. “So far, we have impacted over 3,500 inmates across five states. We are in Lagos, Kano Osun, Oyo and Ebonyi. “Also, in our course of providing education for...

By Joan Nwagwu The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), has issued a 15 day ultimatum to the Federal Government to address its various demands in the sector. Mr Shammah Kpanja, ASUP's National President said this while addressing newsmen at the end of its 111th session of National Executive Council (NEC) meeting on Thursday in Abuja. Kpanja said that the decision taken by it NEC was imperative as the federal government was yet to implement longstanding issues affecting sector . "Our union hereby issues a 15 day ultimatum as required by law commencing from 7th Oct. 2024 to proprietors of public polytechnics for these items to be addressed or face different forms of trade dispute declaration including a possible withdrawal of service of members of our Union across the co...

By Joan Nwagwu The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has expressed worried over huge administrative cost incurred by many public universities. Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, ASUU President said this while speaking with newsmen at a two-day programme organised by the union on the state of nation conference on Thursday in Abuja. The theme of the conference is, "Nigeria in a State of general crisis: the search for a new path to development''. Osodeke said that most of the internally generated funds from universities were nothing to write home about when compelled to the daily or monthly running costs for electricity, security among others. "We are so challenged. But let me give you a quick example, University of Lagos, University of Ibadan Amadu Bello University, and Univer...

By NAN  The Public Complaints Commission (PCC) on the 16th-20th September 2024, held a 5-Days capacity training workshop in Katsina state with the Theme titled: "Effective Communication and Performance Ratings: to boost capacity and enhanced performance among members of staff in the state.  The Training Facilitator, Dr. Abubakar Atiku Mohammed phD, while tasking participants on clear and constructive communication said the exercise was aimed at enhancing performance and boosting the staff competencies for productivity in service delivery.  According to the training facilitator, the Commission has deemed it fit to enhance performance by improving on staff competencies so as to be able to perform their duty efficiently and effectively at the workplace. ...

By Diana Omueza Hope Everyday Foundation (HEF), a Medical Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), has advised traffic wardens and police personnel in Kuje Local Government Area to prioritise their health and well-being for effective service delivery. Executive Director of the foundation, Dr Nkechi Akinwale, gave the advice during a health and welfare outreach, organised in partnership with MarketSquare in Kuje, for personnel of wardens and policemen on Wednesday in Abuja. Akinwale said that the roles of wardens and policemen in the council was crucial, especially in the maintenance of traffic law and order, hence the need for them to remain fit and healthy. “Our gratitude goes to the officers for their continuous service to the Kuje community. “While we commend their efforts ...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to address Nigerians in nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, October 1, Independence Day. This was disclosed in a statement from the State House signed by Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), Bayo Onanuga, on Monday. According to the statement, the President’s speech will be broadcast across Nigeria on Tuesday at 7 a.m. via multiple media platforms, including television stations, radio stations, and other electronic outlets to ensure nationwide coverage and accessibility. The statement read, “October 1, 2024 Independence Day: President Tinubu addresses the nation. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will make a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 7 a.m. The broadcast is part of activities to commemorate the 64th Ind...