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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun on Tuesday, met with the newly inaugurated members of the 10th Ogun State House of Assembly, with a promise to operate an open-door policy to all regardless of party affiliations, religion or tribe. Playing host to the members, who were led by the re-elected Speaker, Rt. Hon. Olakunle Oluomo, to the Governor's Office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, Prince Abiodun reminded them that politics is over, hence the need for all elective officials to join hands to serve the people. The governor appreciated the members for conducting themselves in an orderly manner during their proclamation and inauguration, noting that it was an indication that the State is peopled by those who know how to resolve their differences amicably. "Let me deeply appreciate your sense of responsibility, your leadership qualities that has been exhibited by each and everyone of you at this time. This is how we like to be defined as a State. A State that upholds the tenets of d...

The new members of the Ogun State House of Assembly have held their first sitting in line with the proclamation by Governor Dapo Abiodun following the inauguration of the 10th Assembly session with the immediate past Speaker, who is a lawmaker representing Ifo II State Constituency, Rt. Hon. Olakunle Taiwo Oluomo, re- elected as the Speaker, just as his Yewa South State Counterpart, Hon. Bolanle Ajayi emerged as the Deputy Speaker. Oluomo’s emergence followed the nomination of Musefiu Lamidi (Ado-Odo/Ota II) seconded by Hon. Ifedolapo Owode (Ijebu East) while the Deputy Speaker’s nomination was moved by Hon. ( Mrs.) Olanrewaju Bakare (Ijebu Ode) and seconded by Hon. Kaka Olusegun (Ijebu North). The emergence of the duo was shortly after the Clerk and Head of Legislative Service, ‘Deji Adeyemo read the Governor’s proclamation of the 10th Assembly at the session held at the Assembly Complex, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. In his acceptance speech, Speaker Oluomo after his nomination and election a...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has on Monday 19 June 2022 appointed DCG Adewale Bashir Adeniyi as the new Acting Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service. In a statement issued by the Director of Information, Mr. Willie Bassey on behalf of the Office of the Secretary to Government of the Federation, the new Customs CG's appointment follows President Tinubu's approval and that of retirement of incumbent Service Chiefs and the appointment of new ones. The appointed Service Chiefs including that of the CGC are in acting capacity pending their confirmation in accordance with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” the statement added. Adeniyi joined the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) over three decades ago, and had served the NCS in different capacities, including being the longest-serving National Public Relations Officer of Customs from June 2003 to May 2011; he also served as Commandant of the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College Gwagwalada, Abuja. He ho...

President General, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs and Sultan of Sokoto Muhammad Saad Abubakar directs Muslims to lookout for the Crescent. The Sultan in a statement says “This is to inform the Muslim Ummah that, Sunday 18th June, which is equivalent to 29th day of Dhul-Qadah shall be the day to look for the new moon of Dhul-Hijjah 1444 AH. “Muslims are therefore requested to start looking for the new moon on Sunday and report its sighting to the nearest District or village Head for onward communication to the Sultan,” Arafat is observed on the 9th of Zhul-Hijja while Eid-Kabir will be celebrated on the 10th.

The Ogun State House of Assembly (OGHA) plays a crucial role in the democratic governance of Ogun State, Nigeria. As the 10th Assembly takes office, it is important to understand the expectations of the people and the broader role of the legislature in a modern democratic setting. This case study will explore the significance of the 10th Assembly of Ogun State House of Assembly, highlighting the people's expectations and the essential functions of a legislature in a democratic society. Expectations of the People: Representation: The people expect the 10th Assembly to effectively represent their interests and concerns. This includes addressing the needs of various constituencies, championing the rights of the citizens, and ensuring transparency and accountability in governance. Legislation: The people expect the assembly members to enact laws that are relevant, progressive, and in line with the needs and aspirations of the citizens. The assembly should focus on promoting good govern...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will on Thursday, June 22, join world leaders in Paris, France, to review and sign a New Global Financial Pact that places vulnerable countries on priority list for support and investment, following devastating impact of climate change, energy crisis, and after effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. The President will participate in the two-day Summit, June 22 and 23, that looks at opportunities to restore fiscal space to countries that face difficult short-term financial challenges, especially the most indebted; mobilize innovative financing for countries vulnerable to climate change; foster development in low-income countries, and encourage investment in “green” infrastructure for the energy transition in emerging and developing economies. President Tinubu and the other global leaders, multilateral institutions, financial experts and economists will take a more holistic look at the recovery of economies from the impact of COVID-19 pandemic, and rising cases of p...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the immediate retirement of all Service Chiefs and the Inspector-General of Police, Advisers, Comptroller-General of Customs from Service as well as their replacements with immediate effect. The newly appointed Officers are: NAME APPOINTMENTS 1 Mallam Nuhu Ribadu National Security Adviser 2 Maj. Gen. C.G Musa Chief of Defence Staff 3 Maj. T. A Lagbaja Chief of Army Staff 4 Rear Admirral E. A Ogalla Chief of Naval Staff 5 AVM H.B Abubakar Chief of Air Staff 6 DIG Kayode Egbetokun Acting Inspector-General of Police 7 Maj. Gen. EPA Undiandeye Chief of Defense Intelligence Mr President has also approved the following appointments: NAME APPOINTMENTS 1 Col. Adebisi Onasanya Brigade of Guards Commander 2 Lt. Col. Moshood Abiodun Yusuf 7 Guards Battalion, Asokoro, Abuja 3 Lt. Col. Auwalu Baba Inuwa 177, Guards Battalion, Keffi, Nasarawa State 4 Lt. Col. Mohammed J. Abdulkarim 102 Guards Battalion, Suleja, Niger 5 Lt. Col. Olumide A. Akingbesote 1...

I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. On behalf of the constituents of Ogun East senatorial district and federal house of representatives  constituencies, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to you on your recent swearing-in as a member of the 10th National Assembly. It is truly a momentous occasion and a testament to the trust and confidence placed in you by the people. As representatives of the people, we believe that politics has evolved to encompass active citizen participation. Gone are the days when legislators were mere figureheads; today, constituents expect and demand the active involvement of their elected officials in shaping policies, driving development, and improving the lives of those they serve. It is in this spirit that we address you today. The people of Ogun East  have great expectations from you in this Assembly. We are looking forward to witnessing your exemplary leaderships, unwavering dedications, and tireless effo...

In recent times there has been increased glamour for youth inclusion in governance in Nigeria to bridge the country’s governance gap. Experts say that youth inclusion was requisite for robust governance and accountability. They say that the concept of youth as leaders of tomorrow has constricted a very important social category to the political fringe and reduced a demography majority to political minority There is the agreement that this position needs to change if the country is to attain its desired position. In the run off to the 2023 general election Nigeria’s youth played pivotal roles, while they were seen and heard throughout the election circle both online, mainstream media and on the ground. Although there was apathy in past elections due to lack of credibility of these polls, the situation changed this around. It is estimated that 60 percent of Nigeria's population is under the age of 25, making it the youngest country in Africa, and their awareness and recognition of th...

  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has suspended the Central Bank Governor, Mr Godwin Emefiele, CFR, from office with immediate effect.  This is sequel to the ongoing investigation of his office and the planned reforms in the financial sector of the economy. Mr Emefiele has been directed to immediately hand over the affairs of his office to the Deputy Governor (Operations Directorate), who will act as the Central Bank Governor pending the conclusion of investigation and the reforms. 

President Bola Tinubu has assented to the electricity bill, which was passed in July 2022 seeking to repeal the Electricity and Power Sector Reform Act, 2005, and thus becoming the Electricity Act, sources inside the villa tell BusinessDay. The Electricity Act now consolidates all legislations dealing with the electricity supply industry to provide an omnibus and ideal Institutional framework to guide the post-privatization phase of the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry and encourage private sector investments in the sector. The primary aim of the bill, as stated in its very first section, is to create a comprehensive legal and institutional framework to guide the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI). It de-monopolises the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity at the National level, to empower States, companies and individuals to generate, transmit and distribute electricity. States would also be able to issue licenses to private investors who have the abi...

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has approved the reappointment of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mr. Tokunbo Talabi, for another term of office. This was confirmed through a statement issued in Abeokuta on Thursday by the Permanent Secretary, State Ministry of Information, Mr. Waheed Adesina. In the same vein, the government announced the reappointment of Dr. Toyin Taiwo as Governor Abiodun's Deputy Chief of Staff. The appointments, according to the statement, take immediate effect.

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Tuesday met with labour leaders in the state, saying that his administration is looking into ways of cushioning the hardship imposed on the people as a result of the removal of fuel subsidy by the Federal Government. Speaking in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, while meeting the labour leaders, the governor acknowledged that the subsidy removal would have effect on Nigerians, especially the disposable income earners. The governor promised that his administration would look into ways of ameliorating the impact of the subsidy removal on the residents of the state. “I called this meeting so that we can rob minds to find different options in view of the recently announced long awaited deregulation of the Premium Motor Spirit otherwise known as petrol by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. “We are not, as a responsible administration unmindful of the consequences that the regulation would cause in terms of its effect on the disposable income of the wo...

The Federal Government has declared Monday, June 12, as public holiday to mark year 2023 Democracy Day. A statement made available to press members on Thursday in Abuja by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Dr Oluwatoyin Akinlade on behalf of the Federal Government congratulated all Nigerians on the occasion. She said; “Nigeria’s democratic journey has, like in many other climes, encountered both stormy and smooth sails, but the ship of State, it’s institutions and most importantly, the Nigerian people have remained steadfast on the tenets of democratic governance”.

P resident Bola Tinubu on Wednesday called on the European Union to assist Nigeria and Africa in strengthening security and economic development to alleviate poverty in the continent. The President spoke during a telephone conversation with the President of the European Council, Mr. Charles Michel. The European Council is the EU institution that defines the general political direction and priorities of the European Union. According to President Tinubu, Nigeria and the whole of Africa would require the help and partnership of her friends and development partners like the EU to address the excruciating poverty in the continent. While requesting the EU to look at specific areas of security challenge like the Lake Chad and coastal areas, the Nigerian leader promised to remain in contact with the European Union and other member states. He said poverty and insecurity were priority areas for his administration and he would do all that is required to address them. The Council president used th...

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun in line with sub-section (1) of Section 105 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has issued a proclamation for the dissolution of the 9th Ogun State House of Assembly with effect from 9th June, 2023. The Governor in the proclamation to the House dated 5th June noted that the dissolution, which was in accordance with the 1999  Constitution became effective at the expiration of a period of four years, commencing from the first day of the first sitting of the House. The proclamation notice states, "whereas as it is provided in subsection (1) of Section 105 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria that the House of Assembly of a State shall stand dissolved at the expiration of a period of four years, commencing from the day of the first sitting of the House: And whereas it is further provided in subsection (3) of the said Section 105 that the person elected as Governor of the State shall have the power ...

Commends security agencies for thwarting the plan The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun  State has described the fake news of attack on PDP members today in Abeokuta as an “expression of frustrations of PDP members  over the failure of their plan to overrun the Tribunal” In a press statement issued in Abeokuta  on Monday and signed by its State Assistant Publicity Secreatry, Ogunsanya Olusola Blessed, the APC  alleged that it uncovered nefarious plans of the PDP to overrun the tribunal,  but the efforts  of security men and women who provided adequate security at the tribunal frustrated the evil plan . “APC, as a law abiding party, commended the security agents for living up to expectations, while urging them to continue to be vigilant in subsequent hearings. The statement reads further: “On the eve of the tribunal hearing we intercepted intelligence reports that the PDP and the so-called “Lado Supporters Group” were mobilising  heavily to storm ...

  Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Mudashiru Obasa has been re-elected by his colleagues to lead the Lagos State House of Assembly as Speaker for the third consecutive time. The lawmakers also elected Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda as the Deputy Speaker. Obasa was unanimously re-elected after a proclamation of the 10th Assembly of the Lagos State House of Assembly by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who was present with Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat and top government officials at the chamber of the House. Obasa, the most ranking member of the House, was nominated by Hon. Temitope Adewale, who was seconded by Sylvester Ogunkelu. Hon. Noheem Adams, the Deputy Majority Leader in the ninth Assembly, was elected as the new Majority Leader while Hon. Adedamola Kasunmu was elected the Deputy Majority Leader. Hon. Mojeed Fatai of Ibeju Lekki 1 was elected as the Chief Whip while Hon. David Setonji was elected the Deputy Chief Whip.

  ~~~Describes Obasa as distinguished team player, goal-getter and experienced lawmaker worthy of emulation The two term member of the Lagos State House of Assembly who represented Ifako-Ijaiye State Constituency 02 at the 8th and 9th Assembly (2015-2023), Hon. Rasheed Lanre Makinde has congratulated the Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly representing Agege Constituency 01, Rt. Hon. Dr. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa on the house leadership bestowed on him as the Speaker of the 10th for the third term, which is unprecedented feat that makes him number 1 parliamentarian among equal. This landmark achievement is always reserved for the destiny child such as Mudashiru, meaning - great thinker, idealist and studious, whom you truly are Mr. speaking speaker. Hon. Makinde equally send his congratulatory message to the Deputy Speaker, representing Apapa Constituency 01, Hon. Princess Lasbat Mojisola Meranda and other principal officers. In his congratulatory message made available to the pre...

Members of the Ogun State House of Assembly led by Speaker Olakunle Oluomo today at their executive session approved Governor Dapo Abiodun’s request for approval to appoint 20 Special Advisers for the running of government pending the appointment of State Commissioners. The approval followed a motion moved by Majority Leader Yusuf Sheriff following the presentation of the Governor's correspondence to the members, while Hon. Atinuke Bello seconded the motion, which was supported by all members. In another development, the Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. Olakunle Oluomo on behalf of other lawmakers today made an appeal to members of the State Chapter of the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria to shelve their strike as the State Government was already looking into their requests. The Speaker, who counselled that after observing their warning strike, the PASAN members should take a queue from the Nigeria Labour Congress at the national level, which had shelved its planned strike to a...