*BREAKING: NIGERIAN SENATE TO HOLD EMERGENCY SESSION WEDNESDAY OVER END BAD GOVERNANCE PROTEST

BREAKING: NIGERIAN SENATE TO HOLD EMERGENCY SESSION WEDNESDAY OVER END BAD GOVERNANCE PROTEST

The leadership of the Nigerian Senate has called for an emergency session to discuss issues surrounding the planned nationwide protest slated to commence on August 1, 2024.

This was announced via a short notice which was passed to all the lawmakers this morning, stating that the 109 senators must meet on Wednesday.

The lawmakers, initially scheduled to reconvene on September 17, have returned to session to tackle the pressing issues. 

Before embarking on their recess, they had made notable progress, including enacting the minimum wage law, approving a N6.2 trillion increase to the 2024 budget as requested by President Bola Tinubu, and passing amendments to the 2023 Finance Act, among other significant legislative actions.

HUNGER PROTEST: NSCDC ENHANCES SECURITY IN KWARA

HUNGER PROTEST: NSCDC ENHANCES SECURITY IN KWARA

The Kwara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps said that it has deployed its men and officers to every nook and cranny of the state to safeguard the safety of lives and property.

This is as momentum builds up ahead of the August 1 nationwide protest.

A statement signed by the state’s NSCDC Public Relations Officer, Ayoola Michael, on Monday, said that the command would deal ruthlessly with anyone who perpetrates criminal activities during the protest in the state.

He said that the State Corps Commandant, Dr Umar JG Mohammed, has issued a stern warning to those who may seek to exploit the protest for criminal activities and cause unrest in the state.

He further stated that the command would not fold its hands and watch hoodlums wreak havoc, and vandalise critical national assets and infrastructure, as adequate deployment will be made across the state to ensure watertight security of life and property.

He also encouraged law-abiding Kwarans to continue with their daily activities without fear, affirming that stringent measures have been employed to address the envisaged threat.

NCC ORDERS IMMEDIATE REACTIVATION OF PHONE LINES BARRED BY TELCOS

NCC ORDERS IMMEDIATE REACTIVATION OF PHONE LINES BARRED BY TELCOS

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has ordered the immediate reactivation of cell phone lines barred by the telecommunication companies, saying it gave the directive by considering the challenges the blockages have caused many telecom subscribers.

This is contained in a statement in Abuja on Monday, July 29 by the Director of Public Affairs, NCC, Dr Reuben Muoka.

Muoka recalled that over the weekend, many telecom subscribers were unable to access their phone lines because of the inability to verify their National Identification Numbers (NINs) with their Subscriber Identification Modules (SIMs).

According to him, this meant that their numbers were blocked by their telecom service providers in keeping with laws and policies of the NIN-SIM linkage.

According to him, the objectives of this exercise by the Federal Government include enhancing national security and ensuring the national SIM ownership database is accurate.

He said the NIN-SIM linkage policy aids verification and protection of users’ identities and provides critical infrastructure that enables citizens to access the benefits of the digital economy.

He reminded deactivated consumers that the reactivation for a limited period to allow them to properly link their NIN to their SIM.

He urged members of the public who are yet to verify their SIMs to do so as soon as possible to maintain access to their lines.

WOMAN ARRESTED FOR ATTEMPTING TO SELL OFF THREE-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER

WOMAN ARRESTED FOR ATTEMPTING TO SELL OFF THREE-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old woman, identified as Yetunde Gbadebo, for attempting to sell her three-year-old daughter on Aladiye Street in Sagamu.

It was gathered that the incident occurred at about 10:00 on July 25, 2024.

 It was learnt from a police source at the command that the suspect was caught while negotiating a N700,000 price for the toddler with a 38-year-old man identified as Sunday None.

 A team of police detectives from the Sagamu Division stormed the area after a resident reported witnessing the duo during the negotiation.

During interrogation, the spokesperson for the command, Omolola Odutola, stated that Gbadebo denied the allegation, while None had confessed to the crime.

She said, “The woman was about to sell her three-year-old daughter to another suspect. A resident who saw the two suspects negotiating the price approached our station in Sagamu to report what she saw.

“The Sagamu Police Division detached a team of detectives who stormed the scene and arrested the two suspects. The man has confessed to the crime.

“The case will be transferred to the state Criminal Investigation Department as soon preliminary findings are concluded.”

MAKINDE APPROVES IMPLEMENTATION OF HAZARD ALLOWANCE FOR OYRTMA OFFICERS

MAKINDE APPROVES IMPLEMENTATION OF HAZARD ALLOWANCE FOR OYRTMA OFFICERS

The Oyo State Governor Engineer Seyi Makinde has approved the implementation of Hazard allowance for men and officers of the Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA), as he implored the 500 newly recruited officers not to enrich their pockets or act unjustly but instead serve the state diligently

The Governor gave the approval during the passing out Parade of the newly recruited officers and Inauguration of OYRTMA Marshalls event which held at the NYSC Orientation Camp, Iseyin.

Governor Makinde maintained that his administration will continue to build the capacity of the state agencies that are saddled with the responsibility of maintaining rule of law saying that his administration would be remembered for building institutions that would be remembered forever.

Earlier in his address, the Executive Chairman, OYRTMA, Major Adekoya Adesagba (Rtd) said the recruitment process for the 500 new officers and men was executed with deliberate care and they comprise the existing ad hoc staff while the remaining were drawn from the general public across oyo state.

He notes that the traffic personnel are physically and mentally prepared to enforce traffic rules and regulations, committed to serving the people of Oyo state and upholding the high standards of the agency.

GUNMEN ABDUCT SOKOTO TRADITIONAL RULER, 6 OTHERS

GUNMEN ABDUCT SOKOTO TRADITIONAL RULER, 6 OTHERS

Gunmen suspected to be bandits have attacked and abducted Sarkin Gobir of Gatawa district Alhaji Isa Muhammad Bawa and his biological son along Sokoto/ Sabon Birni road.

According to the public relations officer of the Sokoto state police Command, ASP Ahmed Rufa’i special operatives from the command are trailing the abductors.

An elder son of the victim, Alhaji Isa Sarkin Gobir confirmed the incident saying that the district head was ambushed at Kwanar Maharba area by Gunnen while travelling from Sokoto to his home town Sabon Birni town, headquarters of Sabon Birni local government area.

Gobir further said the bandits on sighting the emir’s vehicle started shooting guns such resulted in the tires of the vehicle busting and the driver losing control of the car and forcing the car to a sudden stop.

According to him, the suspected bandits abducted the district head and his driver who happened to be his biological son.

Alhaji Isa therefore appealed to the government to do everything possible to ensure the release of the victims.

Local sources in Sabon Birni said the incident has sparked outrage and concern among residents, who are calling on authorities to take action.

They said an additional five persons had been kidnapped in the Sabon Birni area on the same day the district head was attacked.

TINUBU ORDERS NNPC TO SELL CRUDE TO DANGOTE REFINERY IN NAIRA

TINUBU ORDERS NNPC TO SELL CRUDE TO DANGOTE REFINERY IN NAIRA

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to sell crude to Dangote Refinery and other upcoming refineries in Naira.

The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Publicity, Bayo Onanuga, made this known today, July 29.

Onanuga stated that the move, which is to ensure the stability of the pump price of refined fuel and the dollar-Naira exchange rate, was adopted by the Federal Executive Council.

The FEC has approved that the 450,000 barrels meant for domestic consumption be offered in Naira to Nigerian refineries, using the Dangote refinery as a pilot.

The statement added, that the exchange rate will be fixed for the duration of this transaction.

TINUBU SIGNS NEW MINIMUM WAGE BILL INTO LAW

TINUBU SIGNS NEW MINIMUM WAGE BILL INTO LAW

President Bola Tinubu, on Monday July 29, signed the new Minimum Wage Act into law.

Tinubu signed the new law at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

The brief ceremony was witnessed by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, among others.

PROTEST: FG ORDERS TIGHT SECURITY ON CAMPUSES

PROTEST: FG ORDERS TIGHT SECURITY ON CAMPUSES

Ahead of the planned nationwide protests scheduled for August 1st, the federal government has directed Vice Chancellors of universities to tighten security in their various campuses.

The planned demonstration, tagged #EndBadGovernance Protest, has been scheduled to be held across all states of the Federation, as well as the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, to protest the current economic hardship in the country.

While the Federal Government has in the last few days deployed a series of diplomatic measures, as well as threats of force to avert the planned protest, the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman in a letter addressed to the universities through the Acting Executive National Secretary, National University Commission (NUC), Chris Maiyaki, directed the Vice Chancellors to take other proactive measures to protect the school environment, its properties and staff.

Vice-Chancellors are to please issue specific statements to assure staff and students of their safety. It is also advisable that students remain on campus to focus on their academic pursuits so as to avoid exposure to any potential danger during the planned protests.

OYO COMMISSIONER FOR YOUTH AND SPORTS READS RIOT ACT TO COACHES.

OYO COMMISSIONER FOR YOUTH AND SPORTS READS RIOT ACT TO COACHES.

  The Oyo State Commissioner for Youth & Sports, Hon. Wasilat Adegoke has decried the unwholesome act of some Coaches that are exploiting the Athletes in Oyo State. 

 The Commissioner expressed her displeasure today at a meeting organised for the Management Staff, Sport Officers and Coaches at the Mainbowl of Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan.

Hon. Wasilat Adegoke remarked further that punitive measures will be taken against erring Coaches that are taken undue advantage of the innocent Athletes, adding that the Ministry will not hesitate to penalise them accordingly.

   While addressing the Stakeholders at the Sports Complex, She admonish them to inculcate discipline in their Athletes and ensure that they exhibit exemplary leadership qualities that will be of immense help to mould the lives of the Athletes.

   The Commissioner enjoined the Coaches to intensify their efforts on vigorous training of their Athletes in various Sports to ensure that they excel in the Forthcoming National Youth Games that is scheduled to hold in Asaba, Delta State from 10th - 20th September, 2024.

  She cautioned that the workers need to be security conscious to prevent hoodlums and miscreants that are constituting nuisance within the Stadium stressing that Government will soon embark on strategies to fortify the Security Network of the Stadium.

The Commissioner, however, pledged on behalf of the Oyo State Government that Sporting Equipments will be provided to meet the needs of the Athletes before the year runs out.

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CHIEFTAINCY: Dr. Yinka Folahan, The Former Caretaker Chairman of NNPP in Ekiti State Felicitate with Chief Johnson Oladipupo on his installment as the Bamofin Ologun of Ijemo Abeokuta Abeokuta

 CHIEFTAINCY: Dr.  Yinka Folahan, The Former Caretaker Chairman of NNPP in Ekiti State Felicitate with Chief Johnson Oladipupo on his installment as the Bamofin Ologun of Ijemo land Abeokuta Ogun state.

The immediate past caretaker Chairman of Ekiti State NNPP who double as the Chief Executive Officer of TIGOLF Travels and Tours, Nationwide as felicitates with the new Bamofin  Ologun of Ijemo land Abeokuta in Ogun State, Chief Johnson Oladipupo. This heartfelt wishes was sent by the publication signed by Dr. Yinka Folahan, he congratulates the new chief on his installment by The Ologun Ijemo Chieftaincy Council (Ijemo Akomoyin).

Dr. Yinka Folahan described Bamofin Ologun as the man of competency, whose the cap fit, he also reiterated his commitment to the growth and development of Ologun Ijemo Community and his zeal for the development of Federal Republic of Nigeria, he further commend his commitment on the Judiciary arms of government, which he described him as the man of his word who have the interest of a common man in heart.

He also appreciates the entire Ologun Ijemo Chieftaincy Council (Ijemo Akomoyin) for installing a right man for the right post, he also wish him more wisdom to function very well in all his endeavour

  

PLATEAU SECURITY: 3 DIVISION/OPERATION SAFE HAVEN MEETS STAKEHOLDERS TO TACKLE SECURITY CONCERNS AT FANN DISTRICT IN BARKIN LADI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF PLATEAU STATE

PLATEAU SECURITY: 3 DIVISION/OPERATION SAFE HAVEN MEETS STAKEHOLDERS TO TACKLE SECURITY CONCERNS AT FANN DISTRICT IN BARKIN LADI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF PLATEAU STATE

Headquarters 3 Division Nigerian Army and Operation SAFE HAVEN ( OPSH) held a stakeholders’ meeting with community leaders from Fann District, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, Plateau State on 24 July 2024. The meeting which held at Headquaters 3 Division Auditorium Maxwell Khobe Cantonment Jos, was geared towards fashioning modalities to deal with the increasing spate of criminalities including arms proliferation and cattle rustling in Fann District.

 

It would be recalled that 3 Division/Operation SAFE HAVEN recently concluded a follow-on operation in Fann District following the killing of an officer of OPSH during a raid at gunrunners' hideout at Sangasa on 10 July 2024 leading to the recovery of over 30 assorted weapons as well as military accoutrements.  

In his opening remarks, the Commander Operation SAFE HAVEN/General Officer Commanding 3 Division expressed displeasure over the continous acts of a select few individuals in Fann district which have culminated in loss of lives and property despite efforts to checkmate the ugly trend. He further pointed out that the criminals perpetrating the violence and criminalities in Fann District hibernate within the communities and some are well known to the community members.

The GOC/ Comd OPSH further emphasized the negative impact of criminal activities on the stability and security of the district. He added that these criminals were perpetrating these acts for their personal interest and not for the benefit of the community. He further noted that the criminals attempt to give ethno- religious colorations to security situation in the area to incite people to create a favourable condition for their selfish agenda to thrive. The Commander also implored all to learn to forgive one another of real or perceived grievances, avoid rancour and also advise their wards to always seek peaceful resolution to crisis and follow established procedure to address their grievances. 

In their separate remarks, the Gwom Rwei of Gwol, HRH Da Edward Gyang, the Gwom Rwei of Fann, HRH Iliya Dashwei and the Honourable Member, Plateau Stae House of Assembly representing Barkin Ladi Constituency, Hon Philip Jwe acknowledged that the communities in Fann District have not done enough in their responsibility of guiding their children with good morals. They apologized for the ugly incident and promised that the perpetrators of criminalities in Fann would be fished out. While soliciting for continuous engagement, they all appreciated the efforts of 3 Division/Operation SAFE HAVEN for accepting to meet with stakeholders from the district towards achieving lasting peace in Fann District. 

The President Berom Youth Moulder Association, Barrister Solomon Dalyop, on his part also appreciated the kind gesture of Comd OPSH/ GOC 3 Div for his efforts towards ensuring safety of lives and property on the Plateau. He also promised to work with youths in the state to support the efforts of troops and other security agencies in their efforts to rid the state of criminalities.

The stakeholders' meeting concluded with a renewed commitment from all participants to intensify efforts in combating the criminal elements responsible for perpetrating violence in the area.

Highlights of the meeting were comments from stakeholders, senior officers and group photograph.

ALIYU DANJA

Major

Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations 

3 Division Nigerian Army

BUILDING COLLAPSE KILLS 3 IN LAGOS

BUILDING COLLAPSE KILLS 3 IN LAGOS

No fewer than three persons have been confirmed dead following a collapsed building at number 13 Wilson Mba Street, Arowojobe Estate Maryland, Lagos State.

Reports gathered that the unfortunate incident occurred at the wee hours of Thursday.

Officials of the Lagos State Emergency Management Authority, LASEMA, are currently on rescue operation at the scene of the incident.

The LASEMA Permanent Secretary, Femi Oke-Osanyitolu, who confirmed the incident, said two persons were rescued alive from the rubble.

OYO LEGISLATIVE ARM APPROVES NEW COMMISSIONERS FOR ASSEMBLY SERVICE COMMISSION, APPOINTS HON JULIUS OKEDOYIN AS CHAIRMAN

OYO LEGISLATIVE ARM APPROVES NEW COMMISSIONERS FOR ASSEMBLY SERVICE COMMISSION, APPOINTS HON JULIUS OKEDOYIN AS CHAIRMAN

The Oyo State House of Assembly has approved Hon. Julius Okedoyin as Chairman and four other nominees as commissioners of the State House of Assembly Service Commission.

The House gave the approval during the plenary following letter received from the Executive Arm of Government to consider the nominees.

After extensive deliberation from the lawmakers, the House approved all nominees and considered them capable to run the affairs of the State Assembly Service Commission.

Meanwhile, the Representative of Ido State Constituency, Hon. Rasak Mabaje presented a motion on the need for the Executive Arm to rehabilitate Apete Junction to Onikankan to Asanmajana in Ido-Akinyele Local Government areas of the State.

Hon. Mabaje while noting that the road serves as a crucial transportation route for numerous communities in the Ido and Akinyele local governments, urged the government to expedite actions to reduce hardship faced by residents plying the roads.

OYO GOVT ANNOUNCES COMMENCEMENT DATE FOR TESCOM CBT EXAM , GIVES FRESH GUIDELINES (CHECK DETAILS)

OYO STATE GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES COMMENCEMENT DATE FOR TEACHING JOBS CBT

Ibadan, Oyo State – Eaglessightnews reports that the Oyo State Government, through the Post Primary Schools Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), has officially announced the commencement date for the highly anticipated Computer Based Test (CBT) for teaching jobs at public secondary schools.

According to a circular letter signed by the Permanent Secretary of TESCOM, Haroon Lawal, on behalf of the Executive Chairman, Pastor Akin Alamu, the CBT is scheduled to begin on Monday, July 29, 2024.

The circular letter reads:

“I wish to inform you that the Commission has approved the commencement of the Computer Based Test (CBT) for recruitment of Teaching Staff into all public secondary schools in the state from Monday, 29th July, 2024.”

Speaking on the development, Pastor Alamu revealed that TESCOM received approximately 50,000 applications for the teaching category alone. He further explained the examination format, stating:

“For the TEACHING category, questions will cover 60% of the subject applicants intend to take, while the remaining 40% will come from English, Current Affairs, and general knowledge.”

Pastor Alamu also urged applicants to regularly check their dashboard on the TESCOM portal to get the date and time of their examination, saying:

“All applicants should check their DASHBOARD (on TESCOM portal) continuously to get the date and time of their examination respectively.”

This development marks a significant milestone in the recruitment process, which aims to fill teaching positions in public secondary schools across the state.