The Executive Chairman of Saki West Local Government, Hon. Gbenga Olaleye Akinola, has called on Muslims across the country to emulate the virtues and teachings of Prophet Muhammad as they celebrate Eid Moulid. He emphasized that the Prophet’s life, marked by compassion, humility, and dedication to humanity, offers a guiding example for all Muslims to follow. In his felicitation message to Muslims nationwide, Hon. Akinola extended special greetings to the Muslim faithful in Oyo State, particularly in Saki. He acknowledged the leadership of the Chief Imam of Sakiland, Alhaji Sheikh Azeez Jeje Kunmi Arebomasojo, and the traditional ruler, His Royal…
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Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has felicitated with Muslims across the nation on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Maulud, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW). This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Ibadan. Senator Alli urged Muslims to use the occasion to reflect on the teachings of the Prophet and their relevance in today’s world. He emphasised the virtues of peace, love, and tolerance as exemplified by Prophet Muhammad (SAW) throughout his lifetime. The lawmaker called on Muslims to imbibe these…
Seven weeks after the signing of the new Minimum Wage Act, the Federal Government has inaugurated a 16-member committee to discuss consequential salary adjustments for federal civil servants. The move follows President Bola Tinubu’s approval of the new minimum wage, which raised the base salary from N30,000 to N70,000, a 133.33% increase. The committee, inaugurated by Mrs. Didi Walson-Jack, Head of Service of the Federation, is tasked with creating a fair and equitable salary structure for government employees impacted by the new wage law. Walson-Jack emphasized that the salary adjustments are necessary to account for the ripple effects of the…
The Dangote Refinery will commence the distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) on Sunday, September 15, marking a significant step towards addressing Nigeria’s fuel supply needs. This announcement was made by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, during a press briefing in Abuja. Edun was represented by the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji. According to Edun, agreements have been finalized, and the first batch of PMS from the Dangote Refinery is set for distribution. Starting from October 1, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.)…
The Lagos State Government announces that traffic will be diverted away from Eko Bridge to facilitate emergency repairs by the Federal Ministry of Works. The diversion will commence on Monday, 16th September 2024, and will last for 18 weeks. The repairs will be carried out in four phases, during which the bridge will be intermittently fully or partially closed, depending on the work schedule. Motorists are advised to use the following alternative routes during the repairs: Motorists heading to the Island from Funsho Williams Avenue can make use of the service lane at Alaka to connect to Costain and access…
The UBEC-SUBEB Model Smart School in Ibadan will hold its entrance examinations for Early Childhood Care Development Education, ECCDE, Primary, and Computer Test, CBT, for Junior Secondary School levels on September 16, 2024. Speaking in Ibadan, the Executive Chairman of Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, OYOSUBEB, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran, said the board expects a large turnout of prospective learners. The Model Smart School, located at Sogunro, Ibadan is co-owned by the Universal Basic Education Commission and the Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board. Adeniran said the exercise will see the children attempting the examination on devices provided by…
The Oyo State Chapter of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has extended heartfelt condolences to the National Chairperson of NAWOJ and the people of Borno State following the recent devastating flooding that has affected the region. In a statement signed by the Chairperson of Oyo NAWOJ, Omolola Alamu, and the Secretary, Eniola Adeaga, the association expressed deep sorrow over the impact of the disaster. “The images and reports of the flooding are heart-wrenching, and our hearts go out to those affected,” the statement read. The Oyo NAWOJ further emphasized the importance of standing in solidarity with marginalized communities,…
The College of Nursing Sciences, Muslim Medical Foundation, Saki, Oyo State, has successfully received full accreditation from the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria. This accreditation was announced by the Publicity Secretary of the Saki Muslim Community, Abdul Ganiyy Sharafdeen Onijo, in a statement. The accredited courses include: With this accreditation, the College is now fully authorized to conduct examinations under the Nursing and Midwifery Council without any impediments. This milestone ensures that students of the institution can pursue their professional qualifications within a recognized and certified framework. Abdul Ganiyy Sharafdeen Onijo emphasized that this achievement is a result of…
The Executive Chairman of Saki West Local Government, Hon. Olugbenga Olaleye Akinola, presided over the swearing-in ceremony of newly appointed officials, including Mr. Kolade Felix Ojo as Secretary, and Mrs. Lateefat Yekeen and Deacon Segun Olujimi as Assistant Secretaries. Hon. Akinola, in his address, expressed profound gratitude to Governor Seyi Makinde for his exemplary leadership and for ensuring the completion of the administrative team in Saki West. He emphasized that the appointments reflect the governor’s commitment to making grassroots governance efficient and effective. The chairman congratulated the appointees, commending their qualifications and dedication. He encouraged them to work closely with…
In a move aimed at solidifying local governance, Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has appointed Kolade Felix Ojo as the Secretary of Saki West Local Government, with Segun Olujimi and Lateefat Yekeen serving as assistant secretaries. The appointments were conveyed through a letter addressed to the Executive Chairman of Saki West LG, Hon. Gbenga Olaleye Akinola. Kolade Felix Ojo, who is the Chairman of the Accord Party in Oyo State, has been entrusted with dual responsibilities. In addition to his role as Secretary of Saki West LG, he will serve as the political head of Asabari LCDA. Ojo’s appointment…