Union Celebrates Judicial Victory and Commits to Enhanced Local Governance During Thank You Rally The Oyo State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) proudly extols President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his unwavering commitment to enhancing local governance, as reflected in the recent Supreme Court judgement affirming Local Government Autonomy. This monumental decision represents a crucial step towards empowering local governments, ensuring they have the autonomy necessary to effectively serve their communities and address the unique challenges faced at the grassroots level. Today, the Oyo NULGE family, in obedience to the national directive, stands united under the…
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Two persons sustained bullet injuries on Thursday as opposing thugs exchanged gunfire. The incident occurred at Benin Airport when Philip Shaibu, recently reinstated as Edo’s deputy governor by an Abuja High Court, arrived from Abuja. Shaibu’s private jet landed around 1:18 pm to the cheers of hundreds of supporters. After a brief discussion with his supporters’ leaders in the Arrival Hall, Shaibu emerged to a jubilant crowd and mounted a motorcade. As the convoy approached the airport gate, gunshots erupted, causing panic. The shots, heard inside the Arrival Hall and along Airport Road near the Church of God Mission, led…
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has lauded the recent Supreme Court judgment on local government allocation, describing it as a landmark decision that would significantly accelerate grassroots development. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Ibadan. Senator Alli emphasized the critical role of local governments in fostering inclusive growth and delivering essential services to the people. According to Senator Alli, the judgment is a victory for democracy and the rule of law, ensuring that local governments can operate independently without undue interference from state…
The Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board (OYOSUBEB) has fixed Monday, July 22- Friday, July 26, 2024, for the computer-based test (CBT), for applicants for primary school teachers recruitment from the just-ended application held in the State. The Chairman, of Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran, stated this in Ibadan today. He said a total of 50, 097 applicants scaled the application exercise to take part in the computer-based tests for the available positions. Adeniran said specific dates and times for individual applicants are already being communicated to them via their email and/or their phone numbers.…
The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Wednesday, reinstated Philip Shaibu as the Deputy Governor of Edo State. The court nullified the impeachment process conducted by the Edo State House of Assembly, declaring it unconstitutional. In its ruling, the court ordered the Inspector General of Police to immediately restore Shaibu’s security details. Additionally, the court mandated the payment of Shaibu’s salaries and allowances from April, when he was removed from office. Shaibu’s impeachment and removal from office in April 2024 led to the swearing-in of Godwins Omobayo as his replacement. Throughout the process, Shaibu maintained that his removal was illegal…
Hon. Kareem Tajudeen Abisodun, representing the ATISBO, Saki East, and Saki West Federal Constituency, proudly announced today that three significant bills he sponsored have successfully passed through the first reading in the Federal House of Representatives. The three bills, each addressing key sectors of national importance, include: Hon. Kareem expressed gratitude for the support of his colleagues in the House and emphasized the importance of these bills for the growth and development of his constituency and the nation at large. “I am committed to seeing these bills become laws as they are crucial for the progress of our country,” he…
Tragedy has struck the Nigerian House of Representatives once again with the untimely passing of Hon Ekene Abubakar Adams, the representative of the Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency in Kaduna State. Hon Ekene Abubakar Adams, a former football player, had an illustrious career in sports administration before transitioning to politics. He served as the General Manager of Kada City Football Club and Remo Stars, bringing significant contributions to the sports sector. Despite being a newcomer to the House of Representatives, his extensive sports background earned him the position of Chairman of the House of Reps Committee on Sports. Adams’ political journey was…
The Oyo State Chapter of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), under the leadership of Comrade Adeogun Ayobami, remains resolute in its commitment to local government autonomy. Despite numerous challenges, NULGE stands firm, eagerly anticipating the implementation of the Supreme Court’s judgment, which promises a significant transformation in grassroots governance. “Despite numerous challenges, the union stands resolutely in anticipation of the Supreme Court’s judgment implementation, which promises to bring a significant transformation to the governance structure at the grassroots level,” Adeogun said. Comrade Ayobami highlighted the critical importance of local government autonomy, likening it to bringing forth a…
President Bola Tinubu is set to submit the highly anticipated New National Minimum Wage bill to the National Assembly next week, barring any last-minute changes. According to Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, President Tinubu is likely to take a final decision on the new minimum wage on Thursday this week. The minister disclosed after Monday’s FEC meeting chaired by President Tinubu. He also disclosed that the President will be meeting with the organized Labour on Thursday before deciding on an amount that would be forwarded to the National Assembly. He further said the Federal Executive Council deliberated…
Saki West Local Government’s Executive Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Olaleye Akinola, has mandated motorists to cease parking on the town’s dual carriage roads. Last Friday, Hon. Akinola announced this directive from his office, granting a seven-day deadline for the removal of all illegally parked vehicles. The council chairman, having already overseen the clearance of overgrown grasses along the road, emphasized the importance of this initiative. He revealed that meetings have been conducted with key stakeholders, security agencies, and transporters to discuss the necessity of maintaining an orderly and attractive roadway. Hon. Akinola highlighted that illegal parking not only mars the road’s…