FLASH: Covid-19, Ward leaders rejects five bags of Semovita as relief donation from Kogi Ajaokuta House Of Rep, Lawal Idris.

The House of Representative, representing Ajaokuta constituency, Lawal Idris unload 5 bags of semovita as a relief package to a ward in the constituency which has close to 1000 residents.

The people and APC leaders of the ward has rejected the package.

Details soon.

Covid-19: UBA Donates 28.5M to Kogi to fight spread of the virus

The United Bank for Aftica has donated 28.5 million naira towards the state’s efforts against the spread of the deadly virus.

The donation was received on behalf of the State Government by the Deputy Governor and the Chairman of the Kogi Covid-19 Squadron Committee, His Excellency Chief Edward Onoja.

He thanked UBA for supporting the State Government at this trying period, urging other corporate organizations to emulate the good gesture of UBA.

The presentation ceremony was witnessed by top government officials and management staff of the UBA.

Signed: Kingsley Fanwo
Hon. Commissioner for Information and Communication

CORONA VIRUS IS REAL - AGDU

PRESS RELEASE

30th of March, 2020

CORONA VIRUS IS REAL - AGDU

The National Executive Council of Ayegunle Gbede Descendants Union under the leadership of President Ahmed-Ade Fatai want to use this medium to inform, educate and enlighten the good people of Ayegunle Gbede and the general public about the deadly virus called "Corona Virus".

The virus, Corona Virus popularly known, and called "COVID-19" was first detected in China in December, 2019. As of today, COVID-19 has no cure. However, scientists around the world are working very hard to develop a vaccine to contain and control the virus.

This virus is communicable in nature. It is easier to contract the virus from infected persons via close eyes contact, cough, sneeze, handshake etc hence the need to observe all precautionary measures released by the Federal Ministry of Health and National Centre for Disease Control, NCDC including observing social distance, wearing hand glove and face mask regularly, applying hand sanitizer often, and washing hands with clean water and soap frequently is very important.

It is regrettable to announce that more than 500, 000 people around the world have now contracted the new virus which overwhelming healthcare systems even in wealthy nations and triggering government ordered for the total lockdown all over the world.

In the United States, more than 83, 000 people have tested positive for COVID- 19, edging out Italy and China. In Nigeria, 97 people have tested positive including two sitting governors.

As at today, the global death toll from the deadly virus, Corona Virus stood at 23, 293. Although, this ugly development isn't friendly but it's the reality on ground.

We therefore, urge all sons and daughters of Ayegunle Gbede and Nigerians to observe and practice the aforementioned precautionary measures by staying safe, educate those close to them, avoid crowded environment for the time being, and stay at home as directed by the Federal Government of Nigeria.

*Corona Virus is real.* We will never be a victim by His grace.

*#StaySafe*
*#StayAlone*
*#StayAtHome*


Signed:

*Yusuf Adeyanju Yisau, AGDU National Public Relations Officer.*

COVID-19: SOCIAL RESTRICTIONS IN KABBA/BUNU LGA.

PRESS RELEASE ON COVID-19 SOCIAL RESTRICTIONS IN KABBA/BUNU LGA.

The fight to protect us from #COVID19 will involve rapidly evaluating situations and making decisions.

In our bid to fight #COVID19 and protect our residents owing to the surge in the spread of the Corona Virus in which Nigeria has recorded its very first casualty, the Executive Governor of Kogi State has directed the following:

1. Okada services suspended indefinitely

2. Market and other gathering suspended indefinitely

3. ALL worship centers suspended indefinitely

4. Schools (public and private) are hereby closed indefinitely.

5. All other social gatherings like weddings, funerals, naming ceremonies, bar and gathering of more 30 people are also hereby suspended.

Consequently, visits to the office of the SSA Security, Kabba/Bunu LG and other offices are hereby postponed indefinitely and official appointments canceled.

All heads of security agencies are by this release directed to monitor and enforce strict compliance.

Traditional and religious leaders are to please encourage compliance to among their subjects and/or followers.

Please let us all play our parts and avoid reckless actions that will put ourselves, families and the communities in danger. With the cooperation of the people towards obeying the public health guidelines, I believe this will pass us by in no time.

The required government agencies will be monitoring. Let us take #COVID19 seriously and observe good personal hygiene and other recommended precautions.

Adebayo Ariyo Kemuna
SSA Security, Kabba/Bunu LGA
24th March, 2020

Covid-19: President Buhari Test Negative, Chief of Staff, ABBA Kyari Quarantined.

NCDC has confirmed that President Buhari Test Negative while his Chief of Staff Abba Kyari is currently being quarantined. The Chief of Staff might have develop some symptoms of the deadly virus.


Details soon.

Faleke Praises Lagos Govt for Swiftness on Coronavirus.

...appeals to Lagosians and Nigerians to adhere to Govt. Preventive measures and advice.

The Chairman House of Representatives Committee on Finance and member representating Ikeja Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. James Abiodun Faleke has commended the Lagos State government on measures taken to contain the spread of coronavirus, also known as COVID-19 in the State..

Faleke recognised the government’s effort in a statement on Sunday. He thanked the Lagos management of the Covid-19 for its efforts since the index case of the virus was first reported in the state.

The statement reads, "On behalf of our great people of Ikeja Federal Constituency, the Centre of Excellence and Seat of Lagos state Government, I use this opportunity to thank the Government of Lagos State ably led by His Excellency Babajide Sanwo Olu for a job well done.

I appreciate the management of the Covid-19 at this particular time in our history. That the first index case that came in through MURITALA International Airport in the Ikeja Federal Constituency was managed and successfully discharged without any infection from that same source is a welcome development.

That the new cases and all new imports via our airports that are being managed is also acknowledged. We also appreciate the Federal Government for all the interventions and expecially the closure of the International Airports.

That while advanced or developed countries are loosing citizens, Lagos and Nigeria has managed the challenges even in the face of lack of adequate Infrastructure and enough Personnel.

To all our people in Ikeja and Lagos, Please obey the instructions of Government, stay at home, suspend social gathering, maintain clean hygiene, avoid crowded areas, if you have to pray, pray within your house as our good God is every where and at all the time.
God bless the people and Government of Lagos in Particular and Federal Government in General"

Rt. Hon James Abiodun Faleke
Chairman, Finance Committee
House of Representatives

Covid-19: 627 deaths confirmed in Italy only in just one day, getting worse

The deadly Coronavirus that has been racking havoc worldwide. Some countries of the world have told their citizens to stay at home to so as prevent the spread of the disease.

Schools are being shut down. Religious gathering with many people have been banned in Nigeria. One country in Europe is in a big trouble.

It’s already getting worse in Italy where according to online reports, 627 people were confirmed dead because of the deadly Coronavirus (COVID19) in just one day

EXCLUSIVE: Three persons test positive for coronavirus in Abuja,

FCT may soon ban religious, public gatherings of over 50 persons including event centres, football viewing centres and night clubs, amongst others.

Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, has recorded three cases of COVID-19, The PUNCH can confirm.

The PUNCH learnt that the index case is an official of the Federal Inland Revenue Service and was one of the passengers on the British Airways' flight that landed on March 13, 2020.

It was learnt that two other cases of COVID-19 were confirmed.

A medical doctor told The PUNCH that the three patients had been moved to the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital.

He said, “The bad news is that three samples from the FCT (Federal Capital Territory)  suspected cases tested positive for coronavirus. We have got in touch with the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital and we are moving them immediately. We will give more details as soon as possible concerning their flights, contact tracing, and other protocols.

“COVID-19 is in Abuja now. One of the passengers on the British Airways' flight works with the FIRS and he is among those who tested positive. His wife tested negative. We are hoping that all biometric sign-in at the FIRS headquarters in Wuse Zone 5 stops with immediate effect.”

Breaking: Trump Approves Chloroquin To Treat Covid-19

The US has approved the anti-malarial drug chloroquine for use as a treatment against the new coronavirus, President Donald Trump said Thursday.

“We’re going to be able to make that drug available almost immediately, and that’s where the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) has been so great,” Trump told reporters.

“They’ve gone through the approval process – it’s been approved. They took it down from many, many months to immediate. So we’re going to be able to make that drug available by prescription.”

Covid19: Buhari's Daughter Who Just Returned From UK Quarantined

The Nigerian first Lady, Aisha Buhari has said earlier today her daughter who just returned from the UK being among the high Burden listed countries of COVID-19 has been isolated and quarantined.

Based on the advice of the Hon. Minister Of Health , Presidential Task force on COVID - 19 and that of NCDC, she is on self Isolation, not because she displayed any symptoms of the Covid-19. She release the statement on one of her social media handle this afternoon.

She urge all parents to do the same if possible. Prevention is better than cure, she said.

Similarly, the first lady has also shut down her office for two weeks with immediate effect while essential staff can work from home as a result of some Staff who recently returned from the UK.

"I commend the North Western Governors including Niger and Kwara on preventive measures taken to curb the spread of COVID-19 at their security meeting yesterday in kaduna.
And let’s keep following the
advice of the Federal Ministry of Health and the NCDC which encourages maintaining social distancing, high hygiene culture through regular washing of hands with soaps and sanitizers.

Let’s adopt preventive measures and ensure the safety of our families and that of General public.

We will overcome the Covid-19 pandemic if we all take the necessary precautions at the same time, she concluded.
God bless you all.
Long live Federal Republic of Nigeria 🇳🇬

Coronavirus: Mother, baby, three others test positive as cases rise to eight in Nigeria

American contact of Ekiti case dies, Nigerian c

Govt faces tough task, traces 800 contacts

North-West, Kwara close schools

Lagos, Ogun ban gathering of over 50 people

LASG schools shut

Coronavirus cases in Nigeria on Wednesday increased from three to eight fuelling fears of the epidemic of the disease in the country.

The Minister of Health, Dr Osagie Ehanire,  at a press conference in Abuja, said four of the five new cases were in Lagos State, while one was in Ekiti State.

Ehanire said this just as Lagos and Ogun state governments banned gatherings of over 50 people.

It was gathered that the American, who infected the Ekiti case with the virus, might have died of the disease.

But the state government said the American died of complications as test conducted on him was inconclusive.

In Abuja, on Wednesday, the minister of health said a mother and her six-week-old baby were among the new five confirmed cases.

The minister said, “The Federal Ministry of Health, unfortunately, confirms five new cases of COVID-19 in Nigeria within the last 36 hours, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in Nigeria to eight.

“Of the five new positive cases, three arrived from the United States, while two came in from the United Kingdom. We are still collating information on the travellers; but we know that two of the three from the US are Nigerians – a mother and child – making the six-week-old baby the youngest COVID-19 patient we have, and the third person is an American national, who crossed the land border and became the first COVID-19 case not arriving by air. The two cases from the UK are Nigerians.

The punch.

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Ariyo Seeks Traditional Support To Cushion Security Challenges In Kabba/Bunu LGA.

 Omofa John.

The newly appointed Senior Special Assistant On Security Matters to the Executive Governor of Kogi State in charge of Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area, Hon. Ariyo Adebayo paid a courtesy visit to His Royal Majesty, Oba Solomon Dele Owoniyi, the Obaro of Kabba who also double as the Chairman Okun Area Traditional Council on a clear mission of how to improve the security situations in the local government.

The SSA who was accompanied  by the party executives both at local government and the wards level, leaders and elders of All Progressive Congress (APC) ably led by Hon Olorunmosule Elisha, the local government party chairman, stormed the palace of the Obaro in high spirits to intimate him of their readiness to partner with the traditional institutions in the area in solving the security challenges.

Speaking at the palace of the Obaro of Kabba, Hon Ariyo Adebayo commended Oba Solomon Owoniyi for his giant efforts in promoting peace, tranquility and development of his domain, stressing that he cannot achieve much of his assignments without the support of the traditional rulers in the area.

He said Governor Yahaya Bello has charged them to go back home and work with all stakeholders to route out all crimes and criminalities in the local government.

Arising from the charge in Lokoja, he has decided to visit the Obaro to inform him of his assignments in the local governments, promising to carry along all relevant stakeholders to fight all crimes and criminalities in the area.

According to him, unknown to the public, the Obaro has been so supportive to his aspirations, noting that no rooms for criminals in Kabba/Bunu urging his followers not to engage in any act that may threaten the security of life and property in the area.

He promised to justify the confidence reposed in him by Governor  Yahaya Bello and the APC stakeholders in Kabba/Bunu LGA under the leadership of Rt Hon Prince Matthew Kolawole, Commander Jerry Omodara, Hon Wemi Jones, Hon Duro Meseko, Hon Nathaniel Ojo, Hon Funsho Olorunfemi, Hon Jethro Funsho Oni, Chief Julius Arokoyo etc

Responding, HRM, Oba Solomon Owoniyi commended Governor Yahaya Bello for appointing a credible and reliable individual like Ariyo Adebayo to be in charge of the security of the local government, promising that his office and other traditional rulers will be willing to provide the needed support to secure the area from all crimes.

He said since security of life and property is everyone's business, hence there is need for a concerted effort to partner in fighting the menace.

He urged the people to continue to maintain peace, law and order and remain supportive to the new administration in the local government.

The SSA has also paid similar visit to the Olubunu of Bunu, HRM, Oba Joseph Adebayo Ikusemoro, the Olubunu of Bunuland in Olle-Bunu, HRH Oba Jem-Kiri Mosiko, the Olukiri of Kiri in Akutupa Kiri and HRH Oba Olusegun Durawaye, the Adetoro 2 of Ayetoro Kiri in Ayetoro Kiri Bunu

Finally Oshiomhole Resumes As APC National Chairman.

All Progressive Congress National Chairman, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole has arrived the party secretariats to resume work.

The office of the chairman which has been under lock and key  for weeks now was immediately opened for him to resume his duties.

The National Working committee meeting is about to take place which is also to be chaired by Oshiomhole as that will be his first duty after the Court of Appeal granted a stay of execution of the order of the High Court that sacked him.

The National Vice chairman North- East, Mustapaha Salihu is also present at the secretariat.

BREAKING: APC suspends NEC meeting indefinitely after meeting with Buhari

The All Progressives Congress’ (APC) National Executive Council (NEC) meeting slated for Tuesday has been suspended indefinitely.

The suspension of the NEC was one of the agreements reached during the meeting between President Muhammadu Buhari and Governors on the platform known as the Progressive Governors’Forum (PGF) at the State House today.

Details soon…

Teejay Yusuf consoles Kogi Governor Bello over mother's death.

CONDOLENCES

Member, house of representatives(PDP), representing Kabba/Bunu/Ijumu Federal Constituency, Hon. Teejay Yusuf has send words of condolence to Gov. Yahaya Bello over the death of his mother which took place yesterday Sunday.

The lawmaker described the deceased as an irreplaceable matriarch of the Governor's family.

"Permit me to use this medium to, on behalf of the people of Kabba-Bunu/Ijumu Federal Constituency commiserate with His Excellency, Governor Yahaya Bello, over the sudden, shocking demise of his very dear mother; Hajia Hauwau Oziohu Bello, which sad event occurred on Sunday, March 15th, 2020.

Indeed, as the Matriarch of the Bello family, her death is not only a big loss to Governor Yahaya Bello and his siblings, but also to other family members and numerous others who passed through her tutelage and mentorship.

It is my sincere prayers that God Almighty will grant the entire family the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss. Also, I pray that God will grant Mama eternal peace, Amen" the statement disclosed.

HON. YUSUF TAJUDEEN (TeeJay)

Senator Ogembe mourns Hajia Hauwau Bello.

Senator Ahmed Ogembe who represented Kogi central senatorial district in the 8th Assembly has expressed his heartfelt condolence to the governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello over the demise of his beloved mother Hajiya Hauwau Bello.

In a statement signed by senator Ogembe and made available to press men, the senator said he is deeply saddened by the news of the demise of Hajia Bello.

“I shared in your grief at this trying moment, it is indeed a hard situation to cope with loosing a beloved mother when her counsel is needed most” the statement partly read.

Ogembe urged Governor Yahaya Bello to be consoled in the fact that, Hajia Bello lived a fulfilled life as reflected by the life of his excellency Governor Yahaya Bello  and his siblings.

He prayed the Almighty Allah will grant Hajia Hauwau Bello Aljana firdaus and Governor Bello and family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

CONDOLENCE MESSAGE TO HIS EXCELLENCY ALHAJI YAHAYA ADOZA BELLO.

Hon. Leke Joseph Abejide, Member Representing Yagba Federal Constituency Condoles with his Excellency Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello, over the home calling of his beloved mother Hajia Hawa Bello.

“I am deeply saddened to hear about the death of the mother of our Governor. She was a wonderful woman, who lived a life of honour and dignity.

My heartfelt condolences to His Excellency Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello, the Executive Governor of Kogi State on the demise of the mother Hajia Hawa Bello.

She has left a big vacuum in the family and the society at large.  At this trying time, I pray that the family she left behind will be consoled by Allah who gives and take at his will.

My condolences to the Governor and his family, she will surely be missed by family and loved ones; May her memories bring comfort to you and may Allah grant her Aljanah Firdausi.”

Accept my heartfelt consolations.

Signed: Hon. Leke Abejide, MHR.
Yagba Federal Constituency.

Ariyo Seeks Traditional Support To Cushion Security Challenges In Kabba/Bunu LGA.

The newly appointed Senior Speqqqcial Assistant On Security Matter to His Excellency Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello, the executive governor of kogi state paid a royal visit on His Royal Majesty (Oba) Solomon Dele Owoniyi the Obaro of Kabba who also double as the Chairman Okun Traditional Council on a clear mission on how to improve the security operations in Kabba/Bunu LGA.

He was received by the party executives both at local government and the wards level, leaders and elders of All Progressive Congress (APC) ably led by Hon Olorunmosule Elisha. The local government party chairman quickly went round the city of Kabba with great joy.

Ariyo hit the ground running on his arrival, after he was sworn-in as the Chief security officer in charge of Kabba/Bunu LGA, he visited royal fathers for prayers and specifically to seek for their support on how to intelligently implement the "Let's Do More Policy" of His Excellency Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello centered on the safety of lives and properties.

BREAKING: Osinbajo’s convoy involved in accident, ‘one killed’

The convoy of Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo was involved in an accident en route to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Friday.

A source disclosed this to TheCable, saying one of the outriders in the convoy of Nigeria’s number two citizen died in the accident.

The vice-president was said to be heading to the airport ahead of a flight to Lagos when the incident happened.

Laolu Akande, spokesman of the vice-president, did not respond to TheCable’s inquiry on the accident which happened five days after Osinbajo celebrated his 63rd birthday.

The cause of the accident is yet to be known and details were sketchy as of the time of filing this report.

There were concerns last year when a chopper which conveyed Osinbajo to a political rally in Kabba, Kogi state, crashed

More to follow….

The Cable

BREAKING: el-Rufai arrives Awe to visit Sanusi

Nasir el-Rufai, governor of Kaduna state, has arrived in Awe town, Nasarawa state, to visit Muhammad Sanusi II, the recently deposed emir of Kano.

The governor arrived silently in a seven-car convoy at about 12:47pm on Friday.

Against the norm for Nigerian governors, el-Rufai’s convoy moved into the town without the use of loud sirens.

Security sources told TheCable that Muhammad Sanusi II will be allowed to step out to pray with his visitor.

More to follow…

Thank You All-Aere Kemuna

I humbly wish to expressed my heartfelt appreciation to every hands that supported this unimaginable feat but predestined by God.

It's a collective struggle that we all give our best to make it a reality. May God Almighty reward and bless everyone accordingly IJN, Amen. You sacrificed all things in the interest of the majority and the show of love exhibited, amazed me. I can't thank you enough, but I pray a simple prayers from the depth of my heart; that you'll never lack destiny helper as you journey through life.

Specifically, I want to thank all my co-contestants who literally demonstrated the unbelievable sense of understanding to set aside our differences and interest for the unity of our people. This attainment is for us all, thanks for the privilege to serve.

To my party executives both at the local government level and the entire 15 wards, I say thank you all, for the trust and the support  enjoyed since inception. Am very grateful, and I will not take this unforgettable love for granted.

In the spirit of gratitude, I wish to say a big thank you to all my leaders and elders who committedly pushes this through. May God bless you all. Men like; Rt Hon Prince Mathew Kolawole, speaker kogi state house of assembly, Comdr Jerry Omodara rtd, state special adviser on security to kogi state government, Hon Wemi Jones, FCIB Commissioner of education, science and technology, Hon Kehinde Oloruntoba, former Commissioner of agriculture and rural development, Hon Duro Meseko, former member house of representatives, Hon Funsho Jethro aka chop chop, one time member of kogi state house of assembly, Hon Nathaniel Ojo JP, one time caretaker chairman, elected chairman and member kogi state house of assembly and host of others too numerous to mention. I say thank you all for the support.

I sincerely acknowledged your support and I pray that God will give you a testimony that will silent all your mockers IJN. Amen.

God bless you all.

Hon (Chief) Adebayo Ariyo Johnson
Senior Special Assistant On Security
Kabba/Bunu LGA.

Kogi Governor Appoints 35 Senior Special Assistants

Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has approved the appointment of 35 Senior Special Assistants to serve in his government.

This was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Onogwu Muhammed.

Those appointed include
Joseph Omuya Salami, SSA Security, Adavi Local Government
Prince Aliyu M. Akaaba SSA Security Ajaokuta Local Government
Hon. Ibrahim Abagu, SSA Security, Ankpa Local Government
Hon. Muhammed Muktar Shuaibu, SSA Security
Bassa Local Government
Shaibu Siaka, SSA Security, Dekina Local Government
Williams Iko-Ojo, SSA Security, Ibaji Local Government
Abu Odoma,SSA Security, Idah Local Government
Onoja James Omachonu,
SSA Security, Igalamela Odolu Local Government
Taufiq A. Isa,SSA Security, Ijumu Local Government.
Ariyo Adebayo, SSA Security, Kabba/Bunu Local Government
Isah Abdulkarim, SSA Security, Koton Karfe Local Government
Muhammed Danasabe SSA Security, Lokoja Local Government
Moses Sunday D, SSA Security, Mopa-Muro Local Government
Ibrahim AhmaduSSA Security, Ofu Local Government
Goke Oparison, SSA Security, Ogori/Magongo Local Government
Hon. Ohare Abdulrahim, SSA Security, Okehi Local Government
Abdulrazaq M. Yusuf SSA Security, Okene Local Government
Hon. Adejo F. Nechodemus, SSA Security, Olamaboro Local Government
Ibrahim Yakubu Aboh, SSA Security, Omala Local Government
Sule Abdulwakil Olorunjuwon, SSA Security, Yagba East Local Government and Barr. Shedrach Omeiza Emmanuel, SSA to the Governor on Legal Matters.

Also appointed include Ismaila Umar, SSA to the Governor on ICT; Hon. Aminu Ibrahim, SSA to the Governor on World Bank Matters; Aminu Abdulrazak, SSA to the Governor on Administration and Planning; John Aduga, SSA to the Governor on Political Matters (Ankpa Federal Constituency); Hassan Sanni
SSA to the Governor on SDGs; Zakari Samuel, SSA to the Governor on Political Matters (Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency); Onogwu Patrick Danjuma,
SSA to the Governor on Political Matters(Idah Federal Constituency); Barr. Muhammed Tanko Musa, SSA to the Governor on Local Government
and Chieftaincy Affairs (Kogi West);
Mariam Ibrahim, SSA to the Governor on Tourism; Bin-Ebaiya Shehu Tijjani,
SSA to the Governor on Water Resources; Asiru Abdulrazaq, SSA to the Governor on Political Matters (Yagba Federal Constituency); Olutimi Joseph, SSA to the Governor on Mineral Resources; Olorunleke Moses, SSA to the Governor on Political Matters (Kabba/Bunu Federal Constituency) and Prince Okoliko Opaluwa Gideon, SSA to the Governor on Federal Agencies.

The governor also approved the redeployment of the Personal Secretary to his Chief of Staff, Mr. Oshaloto Joseph as SSA Security, Yagba West Local Government.

He is to be replaced by Mrs. Evangeline Ifunanya Anumba.

Breaking: LGA Liaison Officers and SSAs appointed by Gov. Bello.

Governor Yahaya Bello announces Liaison Officers for Local Governments. Makes new appointments.

Details shortly...

Bayelsa guber: Aggrieved youths storm PDP National Secretariat

• demands immediate expulsion of Alaibe

Scores of aggrieved Youth members of the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP) on Tuesday stormed the National Secretariat of the Party in Abuja, to seek for the immediate expulsion of a former gubernatorial Aspirant of the Party in Bayelsa State, Mr Timi Alaibe

The youths under the umbrella of ” PDP National Youth Rebirth Forum” in their numbers, displayed placards in solidarity with the state Governor, Senator Duoye Diri, and called on the leadership of the party to save Bayelsa from Alaiibe, describing him as an agent of the All Progressives Congress, APC.

Alaibe, a former Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, is currently in court seeking the disqualification of Duoye on grounds that the primary election that produced him breached the provisions of the party’s constitution.

Tribune

KDSG appoints Muhammadu Sanusi II into KADIPA board

The Kaduna State Government has announced the appointment of His Highness, Muhammadu Sanusi II into the board of KADIPA, its investment promotion agency.

A statement from Sir Kashim Ibrahim House said that Malam Nasir El-Rufai has approved the reconstitution of the board of KADIPA. Established in 2015, KADIPA has led the investment drive of the state and anchored implementation of the Ease of Doing Business Charter that earned Kaduna State World Bank recognition as the Number One place for doing business in Nigeria.

“Malam Nasir El-Rufai has appointed His Highness, Muhammad Sanusi II into the board of KADIPA. The appointment is part of the reconstitution of the board of KADIPA, which is statutorily chaired by the Deputy Governor, and has as internal members senior officials of the Kaduna State Government.

“Governor El-Rufai said that Kaduna State hopes to benefit from the profile, experience, intellect and networks of His Highness, Muhammad Sanusi, who before becoming Emir, had built a solid reputation in global financial circles. Malam Nasir El-Rufai said that Kaduna State is honoured to be able to call on the services of a man of such calibre to drive its development.

“The Governor also said that he is confident that the new board, which includes the most senior officers of the state will further propel KADIPA to greater success in attracting investments to Kaduna State. He disclosed that the external members have been carefully chosen to further reinforce the investment credentials of the state.

“The new board of KADIPA has the following members:
1. Her Excellency, Dr. Hadiza Balarabe  Chairman
2. His Highness, Muhammadu Sanusi II  Vice-Chairman
3. Balarabe Abbas Lawal, Secretary to the State Government
4. Bariatu Y. Mohammed, Head of Service
5. Jimi Lawal, Senior Adviser-Counsellor
6. Aisha Dikko, Attorney-General of Kaduna State
7. Idris Nyam, Commissioner, Business, Innovation & Technology
8. Fausat Ibikunle, Commissioner, Housing & Urban Development
9. Thomas Gyang, Commissioner, Planning & Budget Commission
10. Farida Dankaka, KACCIMA
11. Amal Hassan, Private Sector
12. Hafiz Bayero, MD, Kaduna Markets Development Company
13. Altine Jibrin, Director-General, KADGIS
14. Umma Aboki, Executive Secretary, KADIPA

“Malam Nasir El-Rufai has expressed his gratitude to members of the reconstituted board of KADIPA for agreeing to serve.”

Muyiwa Adekeye
Special Adviser to the Governor (Media & Communication)
10th March 2020

End APC Leadership Crisis, Focus On Pressing National Issues, Faleke Advises APC Governors.

...Plot to destabilize the party will not work, 80% of the NASS House of Reps Members are with the National Chairman.

Chairman House of Representatives committee on Finance and former Lagos State Campaign Director for Buhari/Osinbajo, Rt. Hon. James Abidoun Faleke on Monday urged those involved in the plot to forcefully removed the APC National Chairman, Adams Oshiomhole to focus on major national issues and end the current leadership crisis rocking the ruling party.

He stated that the Governors involved or any other member of APC administration should take no further punitive action but allow the matter to rest in order to give the President a very peaceful environment to operate.

The third term member of the green chamber said more than 80% of House of Representatives members are with the National Chairman and assured that plots to destabilise the ruling party APC by detractors will not succeed.

Faleke in a brief statement on monday also said there were major issues such as the hersmen rampage, Boko Haram Menace, rising unemployment, kidnapping, banditry and other national challenges that the APC should concern itself with than focusing on party leadership tussle and heating up the polity because of 2023 general election. He pleaded with party stakeholders not to do anything that would worsen the crisis in the party.

He said "More than 80% of the NASS House of Reps members are with the National Chairman. I can tell you that what the detractors want for APC will not happen.

What I expect is for all of us to give the President a very peaceful environment to operate. We have so much security issues bordering us now and I think that should be paramount in the minds of every Governor or any member of this Administration.

The price of crude oil in the international market has just dropped from $57 a barrel used in our 2020 appropriation to $31.
This should give serious concern to some of the leaders and the Governors whose main source of revenue that they come to share in Abuja every month is from Oil.

Without the revenue oil, all the programs of the state and nation will come to zero.
Payment of salaries may no longer be visible.
Rather than call for an economic session, some are busy fighting for the party matters that will not put food on the tables of the masses.
Please allow Mr President to concentrate and redirect this country to the parth of progress.

I do not expect that some party members will start heating up the polity all because of 2023. Nobody knows who will be alive then" he concluded.

Dethroned Emir, Sanusi arrested, exiled to Nassarawa

Security Operatives on Monday arrested dethroned Emir of Kano Muhammad Sanusi II and whisked him out of the ancient city amidst tight security.

It was gathered that the security operatives are heading to Nassarawa state where Sanusi will spend the rest of his life in asylum.

Before he was taken away, Sanusi was said to have been put under house arrest by the heavy security personnel of DSS, Police, and Military.

The arrest was after the security operatives sealed off the Palace.

An impeccable source at the Government House hinted that Governor Abdullahi Ganduje, who is presiding over an emergency Executive Council Meeting, is set to announce the new emir any moment.

The Nation reliably gathered that the names of some powerful aristocrats with direct lineage to the Palace were tabled before Ganduje, who has the constitutional powers to appoint an Emir.

Emir of Kano, Sanusi Dethroned.

The Kano State government has on Monday, dethroned Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II.

The dethronement of the Emir followed the State Council executive meeting presided over by the Governor, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.

Details shortly…

Breaking: ASUU Commenses Two Weeks Warning Strike Action.

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has embarked on a two- week warning strike with effect from Monday.

Its Natoonal President, Professor Biodun Ogunyemi, announced this at end of the National Executive Council meeting(NEC) held at the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT).

Ogunyemi said the strike action was to compel federal government to implement the agreements and resolutions of Memorandum of Action discussed in the 2009 ASUU-FGN agreement, the 2013 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and the 2017 Memorandum of Action (MoU), all of which have not been implemented.

Details shortly…

Oshiomhole Breaks APC Govs' Forum's Rank.

Romanus Ugwu, Abuja

There may be temporal respite for the embattled national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, as he has won the support of 13 APC Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) after breaking their ranks.

A reliable source close to the pro-Oshiomhole governors’ camp told Daily Sun in confidence that as a result  of the crack, about 13 APC governors had decamped and are were now solidly on the side of the former Edo governor.

Our source further revealed that the pro-Oshiomhole governors had already declared war against the duo of Ekiti and Kebbi states governors, vowing to remove them both as Governors’ Forum and Progressive Governors’ Forum officials respectively.

According to our source, “after all these days, the other faction of the NWC has been parading a letter it claimed was approved by Mr President to convene NEC meeting; all the Progressive Governors loyal to Oshiomhole have gone to meet Mr President who denied authorising such a letter.

“The president assured them that he is fully with Oshiomhole and not part of any plot to remove him. He also told them that he believes in him.

“Some of the governors that were previously anti-Oshiomhole decamped because they initially thought that the governor of Kebbi State, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu meant well in his schemes. They realised that the plot against Oshiomhole was not good for the party and an unnecessary distraction to Mr President.

“They essentially noted that these governors fighting Oshiomhole are working for their selfish, personal interests against the interest of the party. They said that the forces against Oshiomhole were based on flimsy excuses of the claim that he is a dictator and very highhanded. Most of them realised that those against him were based on mundane issues.

“That was how the pro-Oshiomhole governors resolved to support him and will not be part of any antics to remove him. They have constituted themselves into a camp to battle the anti-Oshiomhole governors.

“They said that having tried everything to make the other governors understand and failed largely because they think that they are more PGF than them, they are going to prove to them that they don’t have monopoly of anything.

“Let me confirm to you that 13 governors are now backing and fully in support of Oshiomhole. They are not only going to fight them but, I can confirm to you that they have resolved to move against Bagudu who has been using the PGF DG to embarrass Oshiomhole.

“They want to show them that Mohammed Badaru and Kayode Fayemi of Jigawa and Ekiti states respectively and Bagudu are not the only governors. They have resolved to put a machinery in motion to remove Bagudu as chairman of PGF and Fayemi as governors’ forum chairman. They now see them as agents of destabilisation,” the source noted.

Similarly, the embattled comrade has replied his detractors that resigning his office is the last option he is considering.

Comrade Oshiomhole has come under severe pressure from party chieftains, some members of his National Working Committee (NWC), some governors on the platform of Progressive Governors’ Forum, protesters and other stakeholders to honourably quit his exulted office.

However, apparently replying his detractors through a source in his camp, he said: “How could anyone think that Oshiomhole can resign? Quitting is the last thing Oshiomhole will do. In the contrary, he is more prepared to battle his detractors more aggressively now than before.”

Meanwhile, the camp of the APC boss has failed to confirm if he would report to office on Monday after securing the court order in Kano State to vacate his suspension.

Breaking: Imo Governor, Hope Uzondinma attacked by angry youths in Ohaji

By Idowu Bankole

The Governor Of Imo State Hope Uzodinma has escaped death moments ago at Ohaji Egbema.

Sources told Vanguard online that, “the youths of Mmahu community who upon sighting the Governor’s convoy started shouting “Onye Oshi Vote, Onye Oshi Vote”, throwing bottles and weapons at the Bulletproof SUV of the Governor, which eventually damaged the Governor’s SUV”.

Governor Uzodinma was however not allowed to come down from the car as security operatives whisked him safety immediately.

When contacted, sources close to the governor declined comments on the matter as at the time of filing this report.

Details later…

Gov. Bello eulogises VP Osinbajo on his 63rd birthday

Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has felicitated with the Vice president of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osinbajo on his 63rd birthday.

In a letter personally signed by the Governor and made available to press, he described the Vice President as an accomplished scholar, teacher, lawyer administrator and a man of God.

Bello said the Vice President, since assumption of office have displayed an uncommon passion and burning zeal for the overall development and unity of the country, Nigeria, and prayed for sound health to enable him achieve more for the country.

“I, Alhaji Yahaya Bello and good people of Kogi State join millions of Nigerians to rejoice with His Excellency, our able Vice President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo (SAN), GCON on the occasion of his 63rd birthday anniversary.

“As an accomplished scholar, teacher, lawyer, administrator and a Man of God, you remained one of the nation’s leading experts on the Law of Evidence, National and Regional Corporate Commercial Laws and Public Laws.

“Since 2015 that you assumed office as Vice President, you have no doubt, displayed an uncommon passion and burning zeal for the overall growth, progress, development and unity of our dear country, Nigeria.

“Your Excellency, you have over time proven yourself to be a very dependable ally to our President and my own political father, President Muhammadu Buhari since the dispensation of this present leadership in the country.

“Permit me to use this auspicious occasion to appreciate you and your beloved wife for your immense supports and contributions towards the realization of my governorship aspirations for the first and second term.

“As you clock another year today, may the Almighty God continue to keep you in sound health, spirit, soul and body for many more years to accomplish more for the nation.

“Once again, hearty congratulations Your Excellency and do enjoy your day.

Signed
Alhaji Yahaya Bello
Executive Governor, Kogi State

Embattled party chair fails to resume despite Kano court order

The total occupation of the secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) by combatant stern-looking security agents took disturbing dimension on Friday, when members of secretariat staff, journalists covering the party and personal aides to the embattled National Chairman, Adams Oshiomhole, were denied entrance into the secretariat.

Journalists, staff and visitors that arrived the secretariat in the early hours of Friday were shocked when they were  turned back from the entrance gate by the security agents without any serious reason other than measures to secure the secretariat

However, there was mild drama when Oshiomhole’s aides who drove in, in a tinted Toyota Land Cruiser Jeep, were denied entry when they approached the entrance gate of the secretariat still under lock and key.

Even after the workers wound down the glass of the car window to identify themselves, they were still denied entry and directed to move away from the gate of the APC secretariat.



The situation was worrisome almost throughout the day as no fewer than 50 battle-ready armed policemen were strategically positioned within the secretariat vicinity perhaps to avert any breakdown of law and order.

They had arrived the secretariat with no fewer then four-patrol vehicles and over eight power bikes whose riders were kitted in an intimidating black attire and hoods.

While journalists stayed at safe distance from the entrance gate, workers from the anti-Oshiomohle’s faction were on standby, monitoring all the drama happening in the secretariat and feeding their bosses with the development.

The presence of the security agents, parading the street expectedly scared motorists and others who use the popular Blantyre street, housing the secretariat and two popular hotels.

From morning until few minutes to 6.00pm and with constant deployment and arrival of more security agents, there was still palpable tension over the possibility of both factions engaging in a bloody clash.

As at the official close of work, the embattled National Chairman was not sighted at the secretariat as members of the National Working Committee (NWC) loyal to him had boasted on Thursday that he will resume on Friday after obtaining an order from a Federal High Court in Kano vacating his earlier suspension by an FCT High Court in Abuja.

Kogi: PDP aspirant and former Governor Ibro Son, Abubakar Suspends From PDP.

The Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP) Icheke ward in Omala Local Government Area of of kogi state has suspended the former governorship aspirant in the last state election Alhaji Abubakar Idris from the party, according to Agubasun.com
In a suspension letter dated 5/03/ 2920 and signed by the Icheke ward chairman Hon. Sunday Idakwoji a copy was made available to Journalists in lokoja, Saturday.
The statement noted that the party after considering the weight of the allegations against him, decided to suspend him for one month to ensure fairness, equity and justice to be served in the matter.
According to the statement ” This is to inform you Abubakar Idris that there is a petition against you and to enable us get to the root of the matter , a disciplinary committee has been set up in accordance with the provision of the constitution of the party 2017 as amended.
” And to allow us to do justice to this petition on an in accordance with the constitution of our great party, we have resolved, after preliminary hearings , to suspend you from the party for a period of one month.
” Therefore, this is to inform you that you have been suspended from the Party pursuant to Section 57( 3) of the party 2017 as amended.” The statement noted.
It would be recalled that Abubakar Idris who is the son of the former governor Alhaji Ibrahim Idris headed to court after he lost the governorship primary election to his in Law Engineer Musa Wada, which action has attracted sledge hammer from the court which has ruled PDP out of the election.
Speaking exclusively to our reporter, some prominent members of the party both at the ward and Omala LGA who crave anonymity described the suspension as timely and to instill discipline among the members.
However, efforts at the time of filling this report to get his reaction failed.

Credit: Agubasun

National Assembly approves Kogi’s request for $100m loan from AfDB

The Kogi State government says it has received the approval of the National Assembly to obtain a foreign loan of $100 million (N36 billion).

The state Commissioner for Information and Communication, Mr Kingsley Fanwo, confirmed this to newsmen in Lokoja on Thursday.

Àccording to him, the state needs the loan to establish a food processing zone and to modernize its agricultural processes.

“The request has been approved by the National Assembly. The project is expected to create over two million direct and indirect jobs.

“The proposed Kogi Staple Crops Zone and Agricultural Modernisation Project is set to position Kogi State and indeed Nigeria as the food corridor of Africa and an industrial hub,” Fanwo said.

Fanwo further explained that the loan facility would now be obtained from the African Development Bank (AfDB) and not the World Bank, as earlier announced.

He expressed the gratitude of the state government to the leadership and members of the National Assembly for their show of patriotism in approving the loan for the project which, he said, would redefine the future of Nigeria as a nation.

“The Kogi State Staple Crops Processing Zone and Agricultural Modernisation Project is aimed at making the state the food corridor of Africa and to also make the nation’s biofuel plan a reality,” he said.

BREAKING: Federal High Court Sets Aside Ruling Suspending Oshiomhole As APC Chairman

A Federal High Court In Kano has set aside a ruling of the FCT High Court suspending the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Adams Oshiomhole.

Justice Lewis Allagoa on Thursday ordered the police and Department of State Service (DSS) to provide security for Oshiomhole to resume in his office.

On Wednesday, Justice Danlemi Senchi, had granted an order of interim injunction stopping Oshiomhole from parading himself as the APC National Chairman.

However, hours after the ruling, Oshiomhole appealed the judgment at the Court of Appeal, Abuja Division.

The Kano high court ruling was reportedly delivered by Justice Lewis Allagoa. But it is yet unclear who filed the case or whether the court has the jurisdiction to set aside the previous ruling.

BREAKING: Court suspends Oshiomhole as APC chairman

An FCT High Court in Jabi, Abuja has suspended Adams Oshiomhole as the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Justice Danlami Senchi, on Tuesday, ordered Oshiomhole to step down pending the determination of the substantive suit seeking his perpetual removal as the APC chairman.

Details later… 

Breaking: Governor Bello Sacks Local Government Administrators.

Following the constitution of the State Independent Electoral Commission (SIEC) and the expiration of the tenure of Administrative Team of the 21 Local Government Areas of the State, the Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello has approved the dissolution of the Administrative Team.

The Administrators and their team are to handover the reign of power to the Directors of Local Government (DLG) in their respective Local Government Areas from 4th of March, 2020.

The dissolution of the council administrators and their team was inline with the preparations of the state government to conduct free, fair and credible elections at the local government  levels soon.

The Governor appreciated them for their profound contributions to the development of their respective councils and the state at large while wishing them well in their future endeavours.

The dissolution of the Local Government Area Administrative Team takes immediate effect.

Signed:
Onogwu Muhammed
Chief Press Secretary to Kogi State Governor

Military era better than Nigeria’s current democracy – Senator Smart Adeyemi

Senator Smart Adeyemi representing Kogi West Senatorial District on Wednesday argued that the system of democracy being practiced in Nigeria currently has been criminalized.

He stated this while making contributions to “a bill for an Act to establish the National Electoral Offences Commission and for Other Related matters.”

Adeyemi gave instances how hooligans emerge as leaders, noting that the situation has painted Nigeria’s democracy in bad light to the extent that people look at all politicians as criminals.

He said:

“Mr. President, when people of questionable character become leaders, then what is the future of that country. In fact, I am compelled to say, military era is better than Nigeria’s democracy currently.

“When you talk about maladministration and misappropriation of public funds, it emanates from people who have criminal records, people who have no background were elected or forced themselves into power.

Mr. President, this is one of the best bills that we must all support.

“We are living witnesses to bad governance and bad representation in parliament. We must support this bill to bring good people into power, not charlatans, not ragamuffin.

“People who have criminal records come to the National Assembly to make laws.

Reacting to the statement, Senate President, Dr Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan said, military era was not preferable to democracy as posited by Senator Adeyemi.

He said that the Kogi lawmaker was entitled to his opinion, saying that he made the comment in his personal capacity.

“The position of this chambers is that democracy is better than military era and Senator Adeyemi is entitled to his opinion”, Senate President noted.

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Kogi Government Propose 500 Housing Unit Project in Lokoja.

As part of the commitment of the Government of Kogi State to provide decent housing for the people of the state, the Director-General, Bureau of Lands and Urban Development Hon. Nazir Yusuf Ochi (CNA) with the Management Staff of the Bureau in company of the Honourable Commissioners for Works and Housing and that of Finance, Budget and Economic Planning; Engr. Abubakar Ohere and Hon. Asiwaju Asiru Idris and their management teams jointly visited the proposed site for his Excellency's 500 housing unit after Imeme bridge in Lokoja to identify the site and take professional assessment into the implementation plans for the project which is expected to be kick-started in a short time from now.

Speaking at the site inspection, the Commissioner for Works and Housing while being shown the layout plans of the site, pointed out the need to create good and accessible road networks that will fast track the project.

He further commended his Excellency for his Initiative and equally charged the representatives of the community where the land is located to give in their full support as the project is for the benefit of the Kogi State people to enhance the development of the area and address the housing deficit currently being experienced in the state

Hon. Leke Abejide Congratulates Dr. Folashade Yemi-Esan On Her Confirmation As Substantive Head Of Civil Service.

Hon. Asiwaju Leke Abejide, Member House Representatives Yagba Federal Constituency, congratulates Dr (Mrs). Folashade Yemi-Esan on the confirmation of her appointment as the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, following her appointment last year as acting Head of Civil Service.

Dr Folashade has served in different capacities and displayed enormous competence through hard works, dedication and selfless service.

"Indeed your appointment isn't based on your competencies alone but in recognition of your valuable years of experience and tenacity of purpose. It is believed that you will revolutionize and add great value to the civil service to take it to a more enviable height.

Hon. Leke Abejide wishes you the best as you continue to contribute to the development of civil service and national development. Have a successful tenure of office as you assume the position as the substantive Head of Civil Service of the Federation.

Once again, Congratulations! Dr Folashade Yemi-Esan on your confirmation as Head of Civil Service of the Federation.

Abraham Ibukun Eunice,

S.A Media and Publicity,
Hon. Leke Abejide, MHR.
Yagba Federal Constituency.