Chief James Faleke Dedicates Heroes award to God Almighty.

Member representing Ikeja federal constituency and Chairman House committee on finance, Hon. James Abiodun Faleke has bagged the Heroes Award held at the Transcorp hotel, yesterday in Abuja.

Chief James Faleke, who was among prominent Nigerians that received the 2024 Award from the organizing committee of the Democracy Heroes Awards, dedicated the award to God Almighty.

According to the organizers of the award, the federal lawmaker was given the award in recognition of his courageous actions and exemplary leadership.

He has manifested a life and leadership style that distinguishes him from ordinary citizens or politicians. He has used their public office as a key instrument to better the lives of many.

While receiving the award, Chief James Faleke thanked the organisers for the award, promises continued support, he also declared that the recognition is to the glory of God and therefore dedicates the award to God Almighty.

Governor Ododo’s sterling performance and Our Candidate’s capacity to deliver is our confidence for Victory at the coming poll… APC DG Campaign, Omoluabi

The Director General of the All Progressives Congress Campaign Council in Kabba/Bunu LGA for the forthcoming Local Government elections, Omoluabi Bode Adeyemi has described the sterling performance of the Kogi state government under Alh Ahmed Ododo and the undoubted capacity of the APC Chairmanship Candidate, Barr Zacheous Michael to deliver on good governance as the two compelling factors that guarantees victory for the party at the forthcoming elections. He said no candidate known for now can present credentials and experience the APC Candidate is running with.

The Director General of the Campaign Council who doubles as the Chairman of Kogi State forum of Special Advisers to the Governor says Kogi is on a pedestal of sustained infrastructural, economic, educational, security and agricultural development that has made the APC government at the state level very popular and acceptable as evident in the successive elections that remains the only acceptable referendum of any democratic government.

The Director General said the party was deliberate in searching for a candidate who has the mental capacity, political will, environmental understanding and perfect fit to run on the ticket of the party because of the desires, plans and agenda of the government of continuity and consolidation to allow good governance trickle down to the wards and permeates to the families of each of the LGAs of the state in order to guarantee that everyone is a beneficiary of the APC renewed hope agenda and Ododo’s avowed commitment to return governance to the desk and homes of the people of the state.

Omoluabi who also was the Director General of the former Chairmanship campaign council four years ago says the terrain is familiar, the people are receptive, the candidates are popular and the election would bring nothing but victory to the party. He said the popularity of the APC in Kabba/Bunu and indeed Kogi have been all time high in view of Governor Ododo’s humane leadership and continuity of the good legacy laid by forms Governor Yahaya Bello.

He argued that almost all the people that formed strongest opposition to APC during previous elections have today joined the APC vex of the undeniable wind of development blowing across the state. He commended Kogi people for being so kind and receptive to Governor Usman Ododo, he said the love shown so far have confirmed that APC leadership have banished ethnic bigotry to the dustbin and buried religious intolerance and animosity in the state.

Omoluabi assured the people of Kabba/Bunu that Barr Zacheous Dare Michael when elected would redefine governance and introduce leadership renaissance that will guarantee a peoples participatory government and result driven administration in Kabba/Bunu. He said Barr Dare is one politician who have been well groomed in art of civil administration and rudiment of grassroots development.

He commended the candidate for his quality leadership within six month as the LGA Administrator, he singled out the Kabba Security forward operation base he single-handedly mobilized resources for as enough testament of his thirst for development and quest for service of the people.

He encouraged the people to come out e mass and vote APC for onward development.

Chief James Abiodun Faleke bags Democracy Heroes Award

The organizing committee of the award has unveiled its list of nominees and it was not surprising that Chief James Faleke, Chairman HOR committee on finance, representing Ikeja federal constituency in the National Assembly, was among.

The Democracy Heroes Awards was launched seven years ago to recognize, honour and celebrate men and women who have contributed to the development of the country.

“The recipients are awarded in recognition of their courageous actions and exemplary leadership. These heroes have manifested a life and leadership style that distinguishes them from ordinary citizens or politicians. They have used their public office as a key instrument to better the lives of many.

The bestowment of the awards will take place at the Congress Hall of Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja, October 2, 2024.

Chief Faleke Donates 10 patrol vehicles to security personnel in Ikeja.

Member House of Reps and Chairman House committee on Finance, Chief James Abiodun Faleke donate ten(10) patrol vehicles to security outfits within Ikeja federal constituency of Lagos State.

In his words, the federal lawmaker said it is essential that we support and encourage security personnel's in any way we can. In my capacity as the Member representing Ikeja Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, I wish to donate 10 patrol vehicles to security personnel within the constituency, including the Nigerian Police Force, Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, Department of State Security, and the Federal Road Safety Corps.

This initiative is aimed to assist the personnel in their efforts in safeguarding our constituency.

APC Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Hon. Durosinmi Meseko Congratulates Edo Governor-Elect

Hon. Durosinmi Meseko, Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has extended warm congratulations to Senator Monday Okpebholo on his victory in the Edo State gubernatorial election. 

In a statement released today, Hon. Meseko commended the people of Edo State for their peaceful conduct during the polls and expressed confidence in Senator Okpebholo's ability to lead the state to greater heights. 

"We are confident that Senator Okpebholo, with his wealth of experience and proven track record, will deliver on his promises to the people of Edo State," said Hon. Meseko. "The APC is committed to supporting him in his endeavors to bring about positive change and development in the state."

Hon. Meseko also urged the people of Edo State to rally behind their newly elected governor and work together to build a brighter future for the state.

Yahaya Bello: Invasion of Kogi Governor's Lodge A Clear Assassination/Coup Attempt, Desecration Of Government’s Authority and rape on Civil liberty…. Coalition of CSOs

Gentlemen of the press, we come before you today on behalf of sixty registered Civil Society Groups named *Coalition of Civil Society Organizations in Defence of Democracy* on important national issue, this press conference has become very crucial in order to draw the attention of the global community to the melodrama, theatrics and sheer demonstration of unseriousness which the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has demonstrated in what it calls fight against corruption.

You may recall that the confused EFCC had months ago illegally declared Yahaya Bello wanted without sending him an invite. That is not all, to legitimise their illegality, the commission quickly ran to a partner sitting in the temple of justice to issue an arrest warrant on the former governor, the same Justice Nwite who stopped EFCC from arresting an Ekiti state official on same grounds he supported EFCC to declare Yahaya Bello wanted for, yet without officially sending him an invite.

We are more worried that just on Wednesday, September 18, former Governor Yahaya Bello voluntarily submitted himself to the commission to provide answers to whatever he was being sought for, to the greatest surprise of the former governor and those who were in his entourage, he was asked to go home, without being interrogated.

Unfortunately and most disgustingly, just few hours after he was asked to go, the commission allegedly mobilized unknown faces, to the Governor's lodge in Asokoro, invaded that significant symbol of authority in the name of searching for a man they had few hours ago told to go home. This act is nothing but an attempt to assassinate the Governor and overthrow constitutionally recognized government of Kogi state.

For us, this is also a pointer to an attempt to eliminate the former governor just to cover up its inefficiencies and failure to diligently pursue the anti-corruption agenda.

Again, why was the governor's lodge made a war zone by EFCC and its hired mercenaries, firing life bullets to a government facility just to arrest an ordinary citizen?

For us, this is a sheer violation of all known human right laws, a rape on civil liberty and indeed a demonstration that our human rights profile has descended all time low especially in the security sector.

We are surprised that till this moment, instead of explaining to the entire world why it asked a man they declared wanted who freely turned himself in to go, the commission that has lost whatever credibility it had in the past has resorted to illegality and extreme violation under the disguise of trying to arrest a citizen. We must emphasize that this is an assassination attempt.

At the moment, there is no clue on the whereabouts of former governor Yahaya Bello. Nothing has been heard of him and this has put his family and numerous supporters in panic mood. We ask again, where is Yahaya Bello?

A nation that prides itself as the bastion of human rights should not be seen to be in romance with this level of violation which the EFCC has perpetrated in the name of corruption fight.

The goodwill the commission enjoyed in the past has been completely eroded and finally hit its very lowest under the leadership of Ola Olukoyede who appears to be pursuing a sinister agenda.

For the avoidance of doubt, an accused person should be alive to defend whatever allegation leveled against him, but what we see under this commission is a desperate attempt to silence people through highly unconventional means.

We therefore demand the immediate resignation of Ola Olukoyede as the chairman of the EFCC.

We demand immediate probe of this ugly incident by the relevant National Assembly committees supervising the institution of EFCC 

We also demand that Justice Emeka Nwite who has been an unholy ally in the illegality of EFCC against Yahaya Bello recuses himself from the case and handover to an objective and unbiased judge whose firmness will be trusted.

Oluwasegun Emmanuel 

Convener of Coalition 

Oguche Benjamin

Secretary of Coalition

Ex Gov. Yahaya Bello honours EFCC invitation

 

Former Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency, Alh Yahaya Bello today, honoured the invitation of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. 

This decision was made after due consultations with his family, legal team and political allies.

The former Governor, who has great respect for the rule of law and constituted authority, had, all the while, only sought the enforcement of his fundamental rights in order to ensure due process. 

The case has been before a competent court of jurisdiction, and Alhaji Yahaya Bello had been duly represented by his legal team at every hearing. It is important for the former Governor to now honour the invitation of the EFCC to clear his name as he has nothing to hide and nothing to fear. 

The former Governor believes firmly in the efforts of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to place Nigeria on the path of sustainable economic development; and supports the fight against corruption in the country.

It is on record that he was the first Governor of Kogi State to put in place an anti-corruption mechanism to check graft and ensure that the resources of the State work for the people of the State. 

He was accompanied to the EFCC Headquarters by high profile Nigerians. 

It is our hope that the Commission will be as professional as necessary and respect his fundamental rights as a citizen of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. 

Details of his engagement with the operatives of the Anti-Graft Agency will be disclosed later. 

Ohiare Michael,

Director, Yahaya Bello Media Office

18-09-2024

Omoluabi meets Ward Special Assistants to the Governor on Grassroots governance, tasks them on loyalty and promotion of Ododo’s ideals of leadership

The Chairman of Kogi State Forum of Special Advisers to the Governor, Omoluabi Bode Adeyemi have tasked the newly appointed Ward Special Assistants to exemplify Governor Usman Ododo’s character of humility, selflessness and penchant for grassroots development in the discharge of their responsibilities. He made the statement while addressing the twenty seven(27) newly appointed Ward Special Assistants to the Governor from Kabba district on Sunday during a thank you visit to the duo of the APC Chairmanship Candidate for Kabba/Bunu, Barr Zacheous Dare Michael and the Special Adviser, Hon Bode Adeyemi for their support and leadership that led to their appointment.

Hon Bode Adeyemi while addressing the appointees encouraged them to justify their appointment with service to the people at the grassroots level and make governance closer to the people by being worthy representatives of the people before government. Omoluabi who is also the Special Adviser to the Governor on Energy Matters says they have been appointed to serve as bridge between government and the people and tasked them to always listen to the yearnings of the people and bring same to the knowledge of the government.

He describes their appointment as a carefully planned government strategy to move government closer to the people in order to be able to know and attend to their needs as would be presented by the newly appointed WSAs. He tasked them on their commitment to developing their domains through adequate representation they are expected to do in order for the government to always have first hand information about their challenges and necessary follow up to the relevant institutions for government attention.

The Special Adviser charged them to remain committed, loyal and useful to both the people and the government.

While speaking earlier, the APC Chairmanship Candidate for Kabba/Bunu LGA, Barr Zacheous Dare Michael congratulated the newly appointed Special Assistants and encouraged them to remain the committed party men and women that they are. He explained that their appointment was purely based on their loyalty and commitment to the party and the government of Alh Usman Ododo.

The Chairmanship Candidate says their efforts and service to the party fetched them out for this position and challenge them to do more to get better positions.

During their address, representatives of the newly appointed Ward Special Assistant who spoke on behalf of all of them, Comrade Olu Durowaiye and Hon Tayo Olowononi showered encomium on the Commissioner for Education, Hon Wemi Jones, Special Adviser on Energy, Omoluabi Bode Adeyemi and the APC Chairmanship Candidate, Barr Zacheous Dare Michael for their leadership, support and belief in them, stating that their loyalties and commitment to the leadership shall never be wanting.

Presidential Adviser, Ajuri Ngelale, Announces Indefinite Leave Due to Family Medical Issues.

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Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity, has announced that he is taking an indefinite leave of absence to address pressing medical concerns within his immediate family. Ngelale made the announcement public on Saturday through his verified social media accounts.

In the statement, Ngelale confirmed that he had submitted a memo to the Chief of Staff to the President, formally notifying the office of his decision to step away from his duties. His roles also include Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action and Chairman of the Presidential Steering Committee on Project Evergreen.

"While I fully appreciate that the ship of state waits for no man, this agonizing decision was taken after significant consultations with my family," Ngelale wrote, highlighting the severity of the situation at home.

Although no timeline was given for his return, Ngelale expressed hope for resuming his national service once circumstances improve. "I look forward to returning to full-time national service when time, healing, and fate permit," he added.

In his post, Ngelale also requested privacy for his family during this challenging period.

Ngelale's announcement has sparked a wave of well-wishes and support across social media, recognizing his significant contributions to the Presidency’s media strategies and climate action initiatives. The Presidency has not yet named an interim replacement for his various roles.

-Olayinka Samuel

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Hon. Durosinmi Meseko Thanks God on One Year Anniversary in Office, Urges Patience for Tinubu

Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, (APC), today expressed gratitude to God for the opportunity to serve the party in the past year.

 Marking his one-year anniversary in office, Meseko thanked God for His guidance and strength.

In a statement released to the press, Meseko also appealed to Nigerians to be patient with President Bola Tinubu as he navigates the challenges facing the nation. He acknowledged the current economic difficulties but emphasized the President's commitment to addressing them. 

"We are all aware of the challenges facing our nation, but I want to assure Nigerians that President Tinubu is working tirelessly to address them," Meseko said. "He is a man of vision and integrity, and I have no doubt that he will deliver on his promises."

A number of decisions taken so far by the President is a precursor of brighter times ahead for Nigerians. These include:

The Students Loan scheme,

Local Government autonomy, 

Extensive road infrastructure development across the country,

Several interventions to alleviate poverty and empower the indigent,

Establishment of the North-West and South-East Development Commissions, Local Government Autonomy and massive investments in

Agriculture among others.

The APC's Deputy Scribe urged Nigerians to see the present situation as that of a pregnant woman in labour who must go through pain and when delivered of the baby, relief and joy follows. He expressed optimism that very soon, Nigerians will begin to reap the benefits of various policies of President Bola Tinubu as the nation will enter into a dawn of prosperity.

Meseko further urged Nigerians to support the President's efforts and work together to build a better future for the country. He emphasized the importance of unity and cooperation in overcoming the challenges ahead.