Teslim Folarin, a former senator and governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has appealed to Nigerians planning mass protests to reconsider, warning that such actions could exacerbate the country’s economic woes. According to Folarin, while Nigerians are experiencing significant hardship due to ongoing economic reforms, mass protests will only worsen the situation. “The government has acknowledged the current economic challenges and assured that the difficulties are temporary, preceding eventual relief,” he stated. “There is no denying the fact that Nigerian masses are currently undergoing economic hardship due to economic reforms being undertaken by the government. The government has…
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Sen. Adedayo Adeyeye, Chairman of the Nigerian Port Authority (NPA), has appealed to Nigerians to shelve the August 1st scheduled protest and support President Bola Tinubu’s administration. He told newsmen on Saturday in Ibadan that the planned protest would bring untold hardship, given the current situation in Nigeria. Adeyeye expressed concern that hoodlums and miscreants could hijack the protest, undermining the organizers’ good intentions. “The fear that we have is that hoodlums, miscreants, and evil people will hijack the protest, turn it violent, and bring untold hardship on innocent people,” he said. Adeyeye, also the Chairman of South West Agenda…
Alhaji Fatai Ibikunle, a prominent Chieftain of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has urged the youths in the country to reconsider their planned protest slated for August 1. In a statement he personally signed and made available to newsmen on Friday, Ibikunle emphasised the need for patience and support for the administration of President Bola Tinubu during this crucial period. The APC chieftain, who previously served as the Personal Assistant to the late Governor Lam Adesina, highlighted the challenges faced by the current administration and the efforts being made to address them. He called on the youths to…
The Oyo State government has reached out to Ogbomoso sons and daughters in North America to key into the various investment opportunities in the State by taking advantage of the landmark developmental projects across the State under Governor Seyi Makinde administration. The commissioner for information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, expressed this while delivering a keynote address on the occasion of the Ogbomoso sons and daughters North America Convention, held in Atlanta Georgia, USA. Prince Oyelade said the Seyi Makinde administration has continued to lay lasting infrastructural legacies across all the geopolitical zones of Oyo State which has made the State an…
In a swift response to a viral statement titled “Tinubu Speaks” and attributed to President Bola Tinubu, the Presidency has categorically denied the authenticity of the document. Presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, addressing inquiries on Saturday, dismissed the viral message as fake. “Based on recent inquiries, I wish to reiterate that this is fake and does not emanate from the Presidency,” Ngelale stated firmly. The fabricated statement, widely shared on social media, purported to be a speech from President Tinubu addressing the nation’s economic challenges. It outlined a series of drastic measures, including a 50% salary cut for top government officials,…
Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, the representative of Anambra South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has died in London. The news of his passing was confirmed this morning by Senator Yunus Akintunde of Oyo Central Senatorial District during a live broadcast on Fresh FM in Ibadan, hosted by Isaac Brown. Ubah, a well-known oil magnate and politician, recently joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) and was preparing to contest in the upcoming Anambra State governorship election under the party’s banner. At the time of reporting, specific details regarding the circumstances of his death remain undisclosed. However, sources indicated that Ubah had…
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has approved the proposed nationwide hunger protest, setting forth specific conditions to ensure the demonstrations remain peaceful and orderly. During a press briefing at the Force Headquarters in Abuja on Friday, Egbetokun urged all groups planning the protest to submit their details to the Commissioners of Police in their respective state commands. Egbetokun revealed that intelligence at the disposal of the Force has indicated the involvement of foreign mercenaries in the planned protest. He emphasized the need for organizers to cooperate with law enforcement to prevent any potential security breaches. “We acknowledge the constitutional…
In a sermon delivered on Friday at the central mosque of Ahlusunnah Jamah in Saki, the Chief Imam, Alhaji Moshood Ashiru, strongly condemned the proposed nationwide protest in Nigeria. Addressing the congregation in the ancient city, Imam Ashiru warned that such a protest could not remain peaceful and would likely lead to the destruction of life and property. “The proposed protest cannot bring anything useful other than destroying life and properties,” Imam Ashiru stated. “It is inimical and not in the best interest of our nation.” The Chief Imam called on the populace to exercise patience and steadfastness in their…
The Oyo State Post Primary Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) has announced a revision to the timetable for the upcoming computer-based tests (CBT) for job seekers. The adjustment comes in response to the anticipated nationwide protest that may commence on August 1, 2024. Initially, the CBT examination was scheduled to take place from July 29 to August 2, 2024, as announced by TESCOM Chairman Pastor Akinade Alamu in Ibadan. However, to prevent any disruptions due to the potential protest, the Commission, in collaboration with its partnering agencies, including the management of the University of Ibadan Distance Learning Centre (DLC), decided to…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has appointed Prof. Kola Musliudin Owonikoko as the Acting Chief Medical Director of the Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila Orangun Teaching Hospital. Prof. Owonikoko, who hails from Saki in Oyo State, previously served as the Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso. His educational journey began at LA Onikeke Primary School in Saki (1974-1979), followed by Modern School Education (1979-1982), and Ansar-ur-deen High School, Saki, where he graduated with 7 distinctions in WAEC. He later attended Government College, Ibadan for Advanced Level Education (1986-1988) and completed…