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Member of the House of Representatives, Shina Peller, has weighed in on the ban of Okada and Keke by the Lagos State Government. Protests have so far broke out in the state amid the ban on the operations of commercial motorcycles and tricycles in six local government areas and nine local council development areas. The ban, which took effect from Saturday, February 1, had Lagos residents stranded at bus stops while others were seen walking to their respective destination. Reacting to the development, Peller in a post on his Twitter page, supported Governor Jide Sanwo-Olu on his stand against Okada and tricycle in the state, adding that the riders have been caught often times violating traffic laws. However, querying the side effect of unemployment to the riders, Peller said the recent ban will help curb accidents and safeguard the lives of Lagos residents. He wrote: “What will happen to the hundreds of Okada owners that are now jobless all of a sudden? Isn’t it possible that some of the...

Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has approved the appointment of Mrs. Morenike Olapeju Babafemi, as the new Head of Service in the State Civil Service. Mrs. Babafemi, who has had a stint as Acting Head of Service, before proceeding on an overseas training programme last year, was until the new appointment, a Visiting Research Fellow at the African Leadership Centre, School of Global Affairs, King’s College, London, United Kingdom. Her appointment as Head Office Service takes effect from Monday, February 10, 2020. She is to take over from the Mr Ayodeji Ajayi, who retires from the civil service on February 9, 2020, having attained the mandatory retirement age. Meanwhile, Governor Fayemi has commended Mr. Ajayi for his diligence and professionalism, which has helped in repositioning the state civil Service for effective service delivery. Mrs. Babafemi, is the first female to be appointed substantive Head of Service since the creation of Ekiti State on October 1, 1996. She started ...

The House of Representatives says it will expose Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) that refuse to appear before it with their audited reports. NAN reports that the Chairman, Committee on Public Accounts, Rep. Wole Oke, disclosed this during an investigative public hearing into the audit reports of MDAs on Monday. The committee is investigating allegations of deliberate and reckless refusal by non-treasury funded MDAs to render accounts to the Office of the Accountant-General to the Federation (OAGF). “Any agency that is invited and refused to show up, we will name and shame such MDAs. It shows that you are hiding something. We are only asking you, ‘bring your audited accounts’. “If you have submitted to the auditor-general, show us proof; we are only saying based on the records that we have, so many agencies have refused to comply with the provision of the Constitution and relevant statutes. “It is through these kinds of engagements that we can formulate policies, make new la...

A Federal High Court sitting in Makurdi, on Monday declared the Federal Government’s plan to establish RUGA Settlement and cattle colonies in Benue State as unwarranted, unlawful and unconstitutional. The court presided over by Justice Mobolaji Olajuwon, while delivering judgement, said any move by the Federal Government to compulsorily acquire land for RUGA Settlement or cattle colony in Benue State without the approval of the Benue State government was null and void. The suit was filed by the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Benue State, Barrister Michael Gusa against the Attorney General of the Federation, Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development and the Minister of Agriculture. The judge granted an order nullifying every action or decisions taken to establish RUGA Settlement or cattle colonies for herdsmen in Benue State. Justice Olajuwon further issued an order of perpetual injunction restraining the Attorney General, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture,...

President Muhammadu Buhari and the leadership of the National Assembly (NASS) on Monday in Abuja expressed serious concern over security challenges facing the country and agreed to do all they could to tackle the problems. The Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, confirmed to State House correspondents that those at the meeting advised Buhari the steps to take. “We met with Mr. President over the security issues in the country and other matters of governance. The recent security challenges this country is facing requires that we work very closely”, NAN quoted him as saying. “We had the debates in the two chambers of the National Assembly last week and resolutions were taken and we have come to discuss with Mr President on the way forward, what we feel about some of these security challenges and also to ask him what he thinks we should do. “We discussed everything that matters as far as the issue of security of this country is concerned.’’ Lawan further revealed that the meeting discussed the...

Founder and General Overseer of Living Faith Church, Bishop David Oyedepo has placed a curse on the man who attempted to bomb his church in Kaduna State. Recall that the Kaduna State Police Command had on Sunday arrested a suspected suicide bomber inside a church located at Sabon Tasha in Chukun Local Government Area of the state. The state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Yakubu Sabo had confirmed that the suspect named Nathaniel Samuel was a Christian from Bauchi State. Sabo had said the suspect was arrested inside the church with a bag containing items suspected to be Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) Speaking on Monday at the Church’s Covenant hour of prayer, Oyedepo said Nigeria has never been this vulnerable. The cleric who boasted that God confirmed his prayers said woe to anyone involved or connected with the callous killings in the country. He decreed that the generation of members of Boko Haram, Miyetti Allah is cursed. ”The most irresponsible, most murderous syst...

An All Progressives Congress Chieftain in Edo State, Dr Blessing Agbomhere, says the rift between Gov. Godwin Obaseki and party’s National Chairman, Adams Oshiomhole, is degenerating. Agbomhere, a former governorship aspirant of APC in Edo, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Sunday, called for a truce. He said the crisis did not only discourage potential investors from going to Edo but also de-marketed the state from other states and the world. “One of the reasons, I am not happy with this present Government of Edo is that I feel that this crisis is de-marketing Edo to the rest of the states and the world. “Now, they have been burning cars in Edo. They have been shooting and harassing people in Edo. Have you ever heard this government prosecuting anybody for that? “It means they are not aware or it means they are not working. So, in the last rally, at least we heard that cars were burned. “If I am a governor of Edo State, I will never support any attack w...

The Chairman of Lagos State Chapter of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, NURTW, Alhaji Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya (MC-Oluomo), has warned commercial drivers against indiscriminate increase in transport fare over the ban of motorcycles and tricycles in some parts of Lagos State. The NURTW boss gave the warning in a statement on Monday, saying the warning became imperative following the complaints from members of public, alleging commercial drivers of taking advantage of the ban to inflict more pains on the commuters. Lagos State NURTW Chairman directed that no commercial driver should inflate their charges, warning that anyone caught in the act would be dealt with in line with the rules and regulations of the union. He directed all the branch chairmen of the union to monitor and ensure that the commercial drivers do not extort people as a result of the ban of motorcycle and tricycle operations in some parts of the metropolis. He stated that NURTW in Lagos State has been making...

The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has described Nigeria as the freest country to live in the world. The Minister stated this when he received the Finland Ambassador to Nigeria, Dr. Jyrki Pulkkimen and his team, who were on a courtesy visit in his office on Monday. He also said that the President Muhammadu Buhari government had not tampered with the freedom of speech or rights of individuals. The Minister said the government was only sanitising the media on hate speech and abuse of the freedom of speech. He said this was not an attempt to clip the media. He said the social media regulation was only to sanitised and not deny the rights of individuals. He said whatever is tolerated on the streets would be accepted online. According to him, the government, through the Ministry of Information, had begun the fight against hate speech since 2017. The Minister pointed out that if people were allowed to do whatever they want on social media in a country like ours wit...

The Middle Belt Forum has called on Governor Lalong to stop the constant bloodletting in the region by evolving a security outfit similar to Amotekun as created by the Southwest states. The forum, says a security outfit such as Amotekun will help in no small measure to curb the deteriorating security situation in Plateau state and environs. The National President of the MBF, Dr Pogu Bitrus, in a statement, said a strategy that sees security personnel collaborating with local authorities is what the region desperately needs for its protection. “We believe an outfit such as that of Amotekun and Joint Task Force (JTF), comprising local vigilante groups and security personnel, as practised in the North-east can go a long way in protecting our people from murderous activities of terrorists and criminal gangs. “The Forum calls on Governor Lalong to stop these unremitting blood-spattered assaults by evolving a security outfit similar to that of Amotekun as adopted by the South-west to arrest ...

One of the four abducted seminarians of the Good Shepherd Seminary, at the outskirts of Kaduna State, has been found dead. Mattracks are sold worldwide in over 100 countries on all 7 continents for over 25 years OPEN Michael Nnadi was kidnapped alongside three other seminarians from his school a few weeks ago but was declared missing after the Kidnappers released three others. He was later found dead late Saturday evening. Mattracks are sold worldwide in over 100 countries on all 7 continents for over 25 years OPEN DAILY POST recalls that three of the students regained their freedom on Friday, but Michael was still missing. According to a statement by the Registrar of the institution, Dr. Rev. Fr. Joel Usman, ‘it is sad that the missing student was found dead’. “This is to inform all our friends and well-wishers that the remaining abducted Seminarian has been found dead. ” Thank you very much for your prayerful support. Let us keep praying for Nigeria in Great Distress. ” Please let us...

Members of the Northern Governors Forum have condemned the recent killings of some innocent people in Plateau state. Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, alongside his colleagues of Jigawa and Kebbi states described as unfortunate, the recent killing of Plateau. The governors who represented members of the Northern Governors Forum made their positions known when they paid a sympathy call to Governor Simon Lalong at Government House Jos. Governor Atiku Bagudu of Kebbi State who led his colleagues of Bauchi and Jigawa states said the visit was to support the security measures taken by Governor Simon Lalong to avert the recurrence of such incidents in the state. According to Bagudu, members unanimously agreed to support Lalong to ensure the maintenance of peace and security in the state seeing that he is the Chairman of the Northern Governors Forum forum, Governor Atiku Bagudu emphasized the need for mutual understanding among all citizens of plateau state regardless of their differences...

The Kaduna State Ministry of Health has confirmed two cases of Lassa fever in the state. The state commissioner of health, Dr. Amina Mohammed Baloni, in a statement explained that a total of 23 suspected cases have been recorded, 15 test results have come back negative. The commissioner said, “Kaduna state has recorded a total of 23 cases so far, 15 test results have come back negative but one new case has been confirmed. “However, six test samples are also pending. The new confirmed case is a 34 year old male from Kajuru local government area and he is being managed at the IDCC. “This brings the number of confirmed cases to two in Kaduna state, as the first victim has died last Sunday and has since been buried.” The statement added, “Similarly, a total number of 40 people who had been in contact with the cases are being monitored and none has shown any symptoms. However, contact listing and follow-up as well as active case search are ongoing.” The state commissioner advised the genera...

An educationist, Mr. Clement Adebayo, has advised candidates for the 2020 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), to be wary of unapproved institutions and unaccredited courses. Adebayo, a retired Principal and Proprietor, Success Academy, Omu-Aran in Kwara, gave the advice on Saturday in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Omu-Aran, Irepodun LGA of Kwara. Adebayo emphasised the need for the candidates to consult widely on the genuineness of available institutions and courses before finalising their choices. According to him, experience has shown that embarking on such illegal academic venture would amount to a waste of energy and resources. “Many stories abound about students who are being denied participation in the National Youths Service Corps (NYSC) upon graduation due to their enrollment in such illegal institutions or unaccredited courses. “Scores of victims of this dastardly act are also denied their certificates upon graduation or such certificates whe...

Nigerian music star, David Adeleke popularly known as Davido was on Thursday night seen with his heartthrob, Chioma. Neck and Back Pain Specialist Progressive Spine Groundbreaking Advancements in Minimally Invasive Robotic Spinal Surgery. Contact Us Today VISIT SITE DAILY POST recalls that Davido stirred up break-up rumors with his lover, Chioma weeks ago after a claim emerged that Peruzzi, his artiste, and Chioma had been in a relationship. The ‘If’ crooner also unfollowed his lover and baby mama, Chioma at the time. Neck and Back Pain Specialist Progressive Spine Groundbreaking Advancements in Minimally Invasive Robotic Spinal Surgery. Contact Us Today VISIT SITE However, the relationship between Davido and Chioma seems to be sailing smoothly as they were seen in a cozy mood partying last night in Lagos. This is coming days after King Patrick, the Executive Producer at GoldenBoy Entertainment, made a revelation about how Peruzzi allegedly pimped Chioma to Davido as his cousin. “If yo...

Popular Nollywood actress, Abimbola Akinsanya, has revealed why she left her marriage with her three month-old baby. The Yoruba movie star, popularly known as “Omo Oloja” in a post on her Instagram page, said she left the union because she did not want to die. Gran Selección Y Precios Increibles - Comprar Su Proximo Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, o RAM Aqui VER MÁS According to her, she wanted to protect herself too, adding that she did not want to become a murderer. She wrote: “I left that marriage when my son was just 3 months old, you think it was easy to make that decision? No. “I left early cos I didn’t want to die, I left early cos I didn’t want to lose my child, I left early cos I didn’t want to be a murderer. (It’s a story for another day) I was married for a year and 4-months and it was hellish. Waiting on Subversion? Perforce Helix Core Compare tools and start planning your Subversion migration. OPEN “Hello,” DO NOT KILL ANOTHER PERSON’S CHILD” all in the name of marriage, I am also ...

Manchester United manager, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, has insisted that the club’s executive vice-chairman, Ed Woodward, is not deliberately avoiding matches. Woodward’s house was attacked by fans on Tuesday, but the American went ahead to seal two late transfers before January’s deadline. Bruno Fernandes arrived in a deal that could reach £67.7million, while Odion Ighalo agreed to a six-month loan move. Supporters threatened to walk out in the 68th minute of Saturday’s clash with Wolves, in protest at the Glazer family’s running of the club. That walk-out never materialised, though, with Woodward’s empty seat attracting more attention. When asked if Woodward’s no-show was to avoid becoming a distraction, Solskjaer told the media: “Well, no, I don’t think so. He had other commitments so that’s alright. “I must say, there’s been loads written, loads of talk, about the fans and our fans before the game and they were unbelievable again. “They supported the team until the end, started off reall...

Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has said his time at the club will be seen as a failure, if he does not win the Champions League. Guardiola has won five domestic trophies since taking charge at Etihad Stadium in 2016. These include two back-to-back Premier League titles, the second of which formed part of a domestic treble last campaign. However, Guardiola has failed to recapture his magic on the continent. City have failed to make it past the Champions League quarter-finals in each of his three seasons in charge, losing to Monaco, Liverpool and Tottenham. “We will, of course, not just be judged on the way we play but the titles we win. That is the truth. It is as simple as that,” Guardiola who won the competition twice with Barcelona told reporters. “Last year was an extraordinary one for us but people say, ‘But you didn’t win the Champions League’. That is why I will be judged, if we don’t win it in my final period here, that I will be a failure here. I know that. “But I enjo...

Arsenal playmaker, Mesut Ozil, almost left the club on transfer deadline day, the UK Mirror reports. The German had an offer from a Qatari club, but the deal fell through with the Gunners blocking his exit. Although Ozil was ready to consider leaving the Emirates, Arsenal felt the timing was too short. It is also understood that manager Mikel Arteta, was willing to let the 31-year-old go, especially as the suitor was going to foot his huge salary. But the timing of the proposed switch left the Gunners with little time to source any source of replacement. Ozil, who was frozen out under Unai Emery, has started every game under Arteta. The former Real Madrid man appears to be enjoying his football again, with Arteta allowing his play in his favour role, roaming behind the attackers.

- A centre has condemned the call for the sack of service chiefs by the members of the House of Representatives - The centre said the Military has shown an extreme level of commitment to preserving the territorial integrity of the country to the applaud of discerning Nigerians - According to the centre, the call for the sack of service chiefs is part of the game plan by some politicians to hijack and politicize the Military to their advantage, a norm in previous governments The Centre for Africa Liberation and Socio-Economic Rights (CALSER) has said that the Nigerian Military under President Muhammadu Buhari is “exceptional”. The group said the Military has displayed unalloyed commitment and cannot be compromised for selfish politicians. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Friday, January 31, the group expressed disgust at the desperation of some politicians who have carried on with the call for the sack of the service chiefs in the country. These are the people responsible for ...