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Thursday, August 8, 2024

Jubril Dotun Sanusi Promises Cash Reward for Oyo Weightlifter Rofiat Lawal if Clinches Gold Medal at the Olympics Tonight

Jagun Olubadan of Ibadanland and the C.E.O of Ilaji Hotel and Sports Resort has promised the commonwealth gold medalist Rofiat Lawal MON a cash reward, If she can clinch gold medal in the ongoing Olympic Games, Paris 2024.

According to him, this kind gesture is to motivate her to believe in herself that she can do it because he believes in her that she can make Oyo state proud and Nigeria at large.

Rofiat Lawal MON will compete today in Olympics Games in women 59kg weight class at the South Paris Arena inside Paris Expo Complex.

He then wishes her best of luck.

POWER SECTOR HAS IMPROVED UNDER PRESIDENT TINUBU - ADELABU

The Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has declared that there has been improvement in the power sector following the reforms introduced by the President Bola Tinubu administration.

A statement by the ministry said, Adelabu stated this during the first meeting of the Inter-Ministerial Power Sector Working Group set up by the President.

He said the working group was established to activate seamless power sector liquidity and financing and also to provide guidance in the governance structure particularly in the electricity distribution companies, DisCos.

Adelabu, who spoke on the reason for setting up the ministerial working group, said the power ministry is on the right track towards achieving the presidential mandate.

Tuesday, August 6, 2024

PROTEST: POLICE SPEAKS TOUGH AGAINST DISPLAY OF FOREIGN FLAGS, CLAMOUR FOR MILITARY TAKEOVER

As Police Torchlights Individuals Sponsored to Trigger Crisis in Nigeria

The Nigeria Police Force has issued a stern warning against the display of foreign flags during protests and calls for a military takeover, categorizing such actions as treasonable felonies under Nigerian law. This follows a wave of violent protests, particularly in Bauchi, Kano, Kaduna, and Katsina States, where protesters brandished foreign flags.

Ongoing investigations reveal that protest organizers in the states mentioned above are luring innocent children into participating in these unpatriotic and criminal acts. Over ninety suspects have been arrested, including tailors who sewed the flags and their sponsors. Efforts are underway to apprehend others who sponsored the production of the flags and fuelled these treasonable acts.

The display of foreign flags and calls for a military takeover constitutes a clear treasonable offense, revealing the motives of protest organizers to destabilize Nigeria's democratic government. This aligns with actionable intelligence on the tactics of fifth columnists and non-state actors exploiting economic hardship protests to further their nefarious goals.

Tensions from the ongoing protests have eased following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's address on August 4, 2024. However, some groups persist in subversive campaigns in the form of violent and unlawful protests, characterized by the destruction of public infrastructure and private property, looting, display of foreign flags, and calls for a military takeover. These individuals and groups will be treated as subversive agents and charged accordingly.

The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has directed Deputy Inspectors General of Police for the Northwest and Northeast zones, DIGs Bala Ciroma, psc, and Bello Makwashi, to take charge of operations in the states within the two geo-political zones where subversive campaigns are ongoing under the guise of protests. They are tasked with stabilizing the situation and preventing further violence in the affected states.

The Nigeria Police Force reiterates that the use of foreign flags during protests and openly calling for a military takeover of the government is a capital offense under Nigerian law. The Police cautions Nigerian youths to be wary of individuals and groups turning protests into business ventures, funded by local or foreign sponsors aiming to destabilize the country. Evidence shows that these sponsors have paid significant sums to exploit the hardship protests, brainwashing and misleading innocent children into aiding this campaign against the government.

The Nigeria Police Force salutes Nigerians who have refused to participate in and indeed spoke out against the ill-timed protest out of sheer patriotism and belief in the government's genuine efforts to put the country on the path of economic recovery and growth. We also acknowledge the patriotism of those who peacefully participated in the protests but withdrew when they turned violent, and those who heeded the President's call to embrace dialogue by withdrawing from the protests.

The NPF remains committed to maintaining peace, protecting the nation's heritage, and working with the public to ensure the safety and stability of Nigeria.

ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra, fCAI,

FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,

FOR: INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF POLICE

6th August, 2024

BREAKING!!! Angry And Hungry Youths Set APC Lawmaker Mansion on Fire

The residence of Hon. Nazifi Sani, the federal representative for the Gumel/Maigatari/Sule-Tankarkar/Gagarwa constituency in Jigawa State, has been set on fire by hungry and angry youths.

9News Nigeria reports that the protests which have swept across the nation are fueled by widespread grievances over economic hardship and a nationwide hunger crisis, which many attribute to poor government policies.

The incident at Hon. Sani’s residence occurred as youths expressed their anger and frustration over the misappropriation of funds.

Despite the imposition of curfews in several protest-affected states in northern Nigeria, and repeated calls for calm from authorities, the unrest persists.

9News Nigeria had reported that angry youths protesting against the hunger in the country also reached former Governor Nyesom Wike’s residence in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

Wike, the Federal Capital Territory minister, had vehemently kicked against the protest in the Nigerian capital.

While the protests seem to have died down in the FCT, the street processions are gradually picking up in Wike’s home state.

The demonstrators have now gathered at the former governor’s mansion in the state capital as the protests enter Day 6.

In response, the Nigerian Police Force has deployed additional personnel to the area to maintain order and ensure the safety of all parties involved.

One of the protesters in a viral video seen by our reporter described Wike as one of the criminals benefiting from the government of the day.

Oyo State Government Hosts Agro, Industrial Investors in Ibadan to Boost Food Production and Employment

..... Boast of fertile ground across the five zones in oyo state and striving businesses under conducive environment

The Oyo State Government, represented by Honourable Commissioner for Lands, Housing, and Urban Development, Mr. Williams Akin-Funmilayo, met with investors from across Oyo State in Ibadan. These investors specializes in Agro-allied production, manufacturing, assembling of equipments, poultry, hatchery, agro commodities, and other industrial machineries in Ibadan on Monday, August 5, 2024.

The meeting aimed to promote investment in agriculture, enhance food production, and create employment opportunities in Oyo State. Mr. Akin-Funmilayo emphasized the importance of inclusive growth and sustainable development in the agricultural sector, aligning with Governor Seyi Makinde's vision.

The Commissioner made it known that this is the 4th exercise in the year 2024, he therefore highlighted the administration's commitment to supporting agro investors with suitable land, infrastructure, Conducive atmosphere and resources to boost food production and processing. He urged investors to demonstrate their financial viability, expertise, and commitment to agricultural development.

He further charged them to ensure the lands are used for what it meant to be as close monitoring and oversight job will be in place and must ensure that they do not abandon the site hence the requirements to know their financial capacity and adequate personnel working with them.

This initiative is expected to increase food production, create jobs, and stimulate economic growth in Oyo State. He admonished them to be more focused on other zones like Oke Ogun the food basket of Oyo State, Ibarapa with good road network as well as Ogbomosho/Oyo/Iseyin so as to open up more industrial hub and other benefits for the good people of Oyo State.

The government promised transparency in selecting competent, viable investors, ensuring a fair play and merit-based process. To all other interested investors across the globe, in oyo state , we have enough lands for Agricultural and industrialization purposes that will contribute to the food production and employment opportunities especially for our Youth, with this we welcome more of any investors in that category to visit Oyo State, the pacesetter State he said.

In conclusion, Mr. Akin-Funmilayo assured agro, industrial investors of distinctive collaboration pending approval from Governor Makinde, emphasizing the government's readiness to partner, make available all necessary supports for Sustainable Agricultural Development and Food Production in Oyo State.

US ELECTION: KAMALA HARRIS TO PICK RUNNING MATE

US ELECTION: KAMALA HARRIS TO PICK RUNNING MATE.

The US vice president’s campaign has come out of the blocks at a lightning pace since she replaced Joe Biden at the top of the Democratic ticket, smashing fundraising records and wiping out the leads built up by Republican rival Donald Trump.

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, a Democratic rising star, is considered the favorite to join Harris as her vice-presidential pick, ahead of several other state governors, a US senator and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.

It was reported that Harris had narrowed one of the most consequential choices of her political career to Shapiro and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and would likely make her decision public in a video announcement.

Less than a day before their swing state journey, Harris was maintaining the suspense about her running mate, telling supporters in a text message Monday evening that “I have not made my decision yet.”

Harris, 59, and her newly minted deputy will hold a rally Tuesday at Temple University in Philadelphia before hitting Wisconsin and Michigan on Wednesday, Arizona on Friday and Nevada on Saturday.

FUEL QUEUES TO CLEAR AS LOADING RESUMES AT DEPOTS

The queues at filling stations for Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called petrol, may subside this week as PMS loading has resumed in Lagos depots.

The depot owners decided not to open for business because of the hunger protest that started on Thursday. Truck owners and drivers were also afraid of possible attacks while transporting fuel.

Oil marketers had also explained on Monday that the reappearance of queues at filling stations in many states was because of the halt in the supply of petroleum products by dealers in a bid to avert losing their assets due to the ongoing nationwide hunger protests.

Many states in Nigeria, including the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, witnessed varying degrees of queues about two weeks ago, which the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited blamed on a hitch in the discharge operations of a couple of vessels.

While the company and stakeholders worked together to tackle the challenge, the nationwide protest against hunger and economic hardship commenced on Thursday, August 1, 2024, disrupting petrol supply again and causing the reappearance of queues in some states.

However, a reliable source at the depot reveals on Monday that some trucks were loaded on Sunday and Monday to supply petrol across the country.

Officials of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority and other government agencies were reportedly at the depots to supervise the process.

NCC DIRECTS TELCOS ON TARIFFS TRANSPARENCY

The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC has issued a directive to telecommunications operators, telcos to simplify their tariff plans, bundles, and promotional activities.

This move aims to provide clear, easy-to-understand, and accurate information about the cost of voice, short messaging service, SMS, and data services to subscribers.

The directive, titled Guidance on the Simplification of Tariffs in the Nigerian Communications Sector, was issued on July 29, 2024.

It mandates Mobile Network Operators, MNOs to publish a comprehensive table showing the features of their tariff plans and bundle offers.

According to NCC, “The table should contain all necessary information for subscribers to make informed decisions, including details on add-ons, their prices, how consumers can opt-in or out, terms and conditions for renewal, and rollover policies.”

The guideline is the outcome of consultations with industry stakeholders, including MNOs and Consumer Focus Groups, and extensive data analysis on consumer preferences and expectations.

The regulatory commission explained that the objectives of the simplification guidelines are to reduce the complexity of tariff plans and bundles, ensure transparency and fairness of promotional elements of tariff plans.

REPS DISSOLVE OIL, GAS PROBE PANEL

The House of Representatives has dissolved the ad-hoc Joint Committee on Downstream and Midstream Committee probing activities of the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Ltd.(NNPCL), and the Nigeria Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority(NMDPRA).

Rep. Akin Rotimi, spokesperson of the House of Representatives, stated this in a statement on Monday August 5 in Abuja.

He said that the committee would be succeeded by a newly constituted ad-hoc committee with the same mandate.

The committee was tasked with the job of investigating the importation of adulterated petroleum products, non-availability of crude oil for domestic refineries and other critical energy security issues.

He said that the dissolution was to ensure the efficacy and independence of the investigation.

The spokesperson said that the new committee would consist of members selected for their expertise, competence and integrity.

Rotimi said that the House remained committed to addressing the vital issues and ensuring a thorough oversight.

CBN RAISES IMPORT DUTY RATE TO N1,618.73/$

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has increased the exchange rate for the clearance of cargo at the nation’s seaports and airports from N1,600.32 to N1,618.732.

This change is the highest rate since March 2024 and comes amid a 6.43 per cent depreciation of the naira in July. The increase is expected to further strain importers, as it raises the cost of imports and contributes to inflation. The CBN’s interventions to stabilize the naira have included multiple foreign exchange sales, but challenges persist in the market.

According to the Nigeria trade hub, the federal government official single window for trade, the exchange rate increased by N18 from the previous rate of N1600.32 to the USD.

It was, however, gathered that the depreciation happened despite the CBN’s attempts to address the official market’s liquidity issues through dollar sales.

In July, the CBN conducted at least three foreign exchange (FX) sales to authorised dealers and one sale to Bureau de Change (BDC) operators as the naira faced significant pressure.

Speaking on the increase in exchange rate, a clearing agent, Oladimeji Majekodunmi, said that the cost of clearing containers at the ports will increase tremendously.

Meanwhile, the national President of the National Council of Managing Directors of Licensed Customs Agents (NCMDLCA), Lucky Amiwero, urged the federal government, through the CBN, to implement a special exchange rate for calculating import duties.

Amiwero emphasised that a stable and manageable exchange rate for import duties would stimulate economic growth and benefit the broader Nigerian population.

He, however, expressed significant concern over the current practice of using floating exchange rates for customs duty calculations. He argued that this approach has contributed substantially to the rising costs of goods and escalating food prices in Nigerian markets.

HUNGER PROTEST: KATSINA GOVT RELAXES CURFEW IN DUTSINMA LG

The government of Katsina State has relaxed the 24-hour curfew imposed on Dutsinma Local Government Area of the state.

In a statement issued on Monday, August 5, the director of media for the office of the Secretary to the State Government, Abdullahi Aliyu-Yaradua, said the acting governor, Faruq Jobe, ordered the relaxation of the curfew.

According to Aliyu-Yaradua, the governor’s decision followed a review of the report on the improved security situation in Dutsinma LGA.

He said the curfew has now been reviewed from 7 pm to 7 am.

The Katsina government had imposed a 24-hour curfew in Dutsinma and other 34 LGAs of the state after the nationwide protest turned violent on Thursday, August 1.

Chairing the State’s Security Council meeting, the acting governor ordered a ban on unusual gatherings and protests across the state.

PARIS 2024: OFILI REACHES OLYMPIC FINAL, EYES GOLD

Nigeria sprinter, Favour Ofili will on Tuesday compete in the women’s 200 meters final at the Paris 2024 Olympics.

Ofili qualified for the final after picking up the second automatic spot in the race on Monday, reigniting Nigeria’s hopes for a medal at the Games.

She finished with a season’s best of 22.05s, falling behind St Lucia’s Julien Alfred – the 100m champion – who crossed the line in a time of 21.98s. The United States Mary Long was in third, finishing in 22:30s.

The final of the event is billed for 8:40 pm.

Ofili has become the first Nigerian to reach the women’s 200 meters final since Mary Onyali won bronze at the Atlanta ’96 games in the United States.

NELFUND BEGINS PAYMENT OF N20,000 MONTHLY STIPEND TO STUDENTS

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has commenced the payment of N20,000 monthly stipends to 20,371 students from six tertiary institutions nationwide.

According to a statement dated 5 August and signed by the agency’s Director of Finance and Accounts, Ibom Uche, the beneficiaries, who are students of Bayero University, Kano; Federal University, Dutsin-Ma; University of Ilorin; University of Benin; University of Ibadan and University of Maiduguri, have begun receiving upkeep stipends for the month of July.

Uche who said the agency is diligently working to commence the payment process for students from approximately 55 additional tertiary institutions, added thatthe payment will be concluded within the next two weeks as the fund is committed to ensuring that all eligible students receive their stipends promptly.

Meanwhile, the management had earlier released the breakdown of how it disbursed the sum of N2 billion as institutional fees to the six tertiary institutions.

The breakdown was released on the agency’s X handle on Saturday, saying it disbursed N853 million to Bayero University, Kano; N589 million to the University of Maiduguri, and N304 million to the Federal University, Dutsin-ma, Katsina State.

The University of Ibadan got N201 million; University of Ilorin got N52 million while University of Benin got N24 million.

Job opportunity: Oyo State Local Governments Ad hoc Staff declared Fasting and Prayer.

Oyo State Local Governments Ad hoc Staff declared Fasting and Prayer.

This is to inform every Local Government Ad hoc staff in Oyo State that, there will be a DAY FASTING AND PRAYER on the 15th of August, 2024.

We are appealing to everyone to take the fasting and prayer seriously across the State. The theme of the fasting and prayer is: REMEMBER US, OH LORD.

We have tried every humanly possible means and our expectation now is for the His Excellency, Engr. Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde to do the needful on the approval of conversion of LGs Adhoc staff to permanent appointment as he promised when we met him during January 9th inter denominations prayer programme at Secretariat, Ibadan.

Let say the pray across every Mosques, Churches and lndividual family prayer. God shall surely answer our prayers. Thanks and God bless you all.

Monday, August 5, 2024

APPRECIATION:IBADAN PUBLISHER EXPRESSES HEARTFELT GRATITUDE FOR OVERWHELMING SUPPORT TOWARDS WEDDING

IBADAN PUBLISHER EXPRESSES HEARTFELT GRATITUDE FOR OVERWHELMING SUPPORT TOWARDS WEDDING

Ibadan, Oyo State - The renowned Ibadan-based news publisher and editor of Naija 24Hrs , Mr. Olajide Peter Olaoluwa, has expressed his deepest appreciation to friends, family, and well-wishers for their overwhelming support towards his recent wedding.

In a statement released to the press, Mr. Olaoluwa said, "I am truly humbled and grateful for the love and support shown to me and my wife during our special day. The outpouring of goodwill and generosity from our community has left us speechless."

Mr. Olajide Olaoluwa, who is the founder of naija24hrs.com , a leading news platform in Ibadan, got married to his heartthrob, Miss Lovely, in a beautiful ceremony attended by dignitaries from the political and media industries, as well as friends and family members.

The publisher specifically thanked his mentor, role models, colleagues, allies, and partners for their presence, gifts, and kind words.

"Your support means the world to us, and we are grateful for your partnership and friendship,

"Allow me to specially appreciate the following dignitaries; Dr Festus Adedayo , Oyo PDP Scribe Alhaji Wasiu Adeleke , Federal Reps Hon Abass Adigun Agboworin , Ologburo Tunde Snr ,Princess Abeo Folashade Nurudeen, Oyo Rep Olajide Stanley Odidi-Omo, Dr Akin Fagbemi, Evangelist Ajibola Ogunkeyede , Hon Babatunde oduyoye , Folasade Ashabi , Princess Modupeola Folawiyo, Oloye Abiola Iyiola , Oloye Adekunle Busari Oyo Assembly Members Hon Hon Razaq Mabaje , Femi Betterlife , Olorunpoto Cephas Rahaman , Honourable Olayinka Omikunle ,Hon Honourable Olufunke Comforter Olajide , Ilumoka Presenter , Hon Baba Jide Gabriel , Abiodun Babalola , Hon Olajide Akt and Alh Olalere Dawood D-AlAmeen Oyo Commissioners, Hon Oluwatoyin Balogun , Wasilat Adegoke , Asiwaju Seun Fakorede, Hon. Gbenga Ayinde Adewusi Arole Obasanjo,Oyo Local Government Chairmen Akeem Olatunji Hon Olufade OluwaSeun , Hon Kehinde Akande, Sen Qamardeen Mudashiru , Arowosaye Saheed Adeyemi Sanda Lajuee , Akintayo, Kolapo Temitope Glorious, George Ogunlade and Simple Oladebo Governor Makinde's allies

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Mr. Olajide also appreciated his wife's family for their love and acceptance, saying, "We are grateful for the union of our families and look forward to a lifetime of happiness together."

Thank You All!

Ifeoluwa Ayodele Ogunlola