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  By Bolarinwa Kabir  Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau has carried out a cabinet reshuffle as five commissioners were sacked and immediately replaced accordingly. In a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Architect Samuel Jatau, mentioned Commissioner for Budget and Planning Chrysanthus Dawam, Commissioner for Culture and Tourism Jamila Tukur, Youths and Sports Noel Nkup, Commissioner for Science and Technology Obed Goselle, and Commerce and Industries Sule Haruna as sacked cabinet members. The statement further stated that the five affected commissioners were replaced with former first female deputy speaker in the state assembly, Joy Ramnap; Sunday Alex; and Syvanus Dongtoe. Cornelius Doeyok and Nicolas Bamnong as nominees. The Governor, therefore, extended his warm greetings to the sacked commissioners for serving the state and wished them success in their future endeavours.

By abiodun KOMOLAFE President Bola Tinubu’s recent announcement to unbundle the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria, Kaduna State, into six geo-political zones is an important landmark in Nigeria’s journey towards true federalism and regionalism, which lies not in the constitutional or institutional structure, but in the society itself. This move will go a long way in addressing the historical imbalance in the distribution of national institutions as well as fostering a sense of belonging and inclusivity among Nigeria’s diverse populations. Ultimately, this development is a step towards addressing Nigeria’s deep-seated structural issues, which have been perpetuated by a centralized system. One can only pray that the president would also muster sufficient courage to extend this hand of fellowship to institutions like the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Police University and Nigerian Army University as this will not only promote regional balance, equity and fairness but...

  Dr Ramon Adedoyin By Bolarinwa Kabir  The Court of Appeal sitting in Akure, the capital of Ondo State has upheld the death sentence of a popular hotel owner, Dr Ramon Adedoyin, who was found guilty in the murder case of an ex-Master’s student of the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Timothy Adegoke. According to the court’s judgment on Thursday, the appellate court noted that the judgment by the Osun State High Court which sentenced Adedoyin to death stands. The appeal court had reserved judgment on October 29, 2024 The judgment read in parts, “The judgment of the High Court of Ọ̀ṣun State stands. Adedoyin’s appeal is dismissed in part. The Court of Appeal held that Adedoyin was properly convicted and sentenced to death.” It further noted that the “Order of forfeiture of Hilton Hotel quashed and set aside. Order of education scholarship to children of Timothy Adegoke by Adedoyin and others quashed and set aside.” Adegoke was found dead in November 2021 at Adedoyin’s Hilto...

By Bolarinwa Kabir  Prophet Yomi Adetula, the spiritual head of Celestial Church of Christ, Eagle Parish, in Idiroko area of Ogun State was on Sunday (today) shot dead by three suspected gunmen. The tragic incident happened during service, when the gunmen were reported to have opened fire on the victim in the full glare of worshippers. Adetula, until his death, was a Commander of the Ogun State So-Safe Security outfit, aged 54. A statement issued by the office of the Ogun State Police Public Relations, had it that the assailants mangled Adetula’s head with axe.They were reported to have fled the scene immediately. The statement reads, “A prophet of Celestial Church of Christ Eagle parish was shot by unknown assailants who opened fire during an active church service and the suspects fled. “On the 19/01/25 at about 1030HRS the divisional police officer of Idiroko invested (sic) a message that someone has been killed at Celestial Church along old Baggage road, Odo Eran, Idiroko. “Poli...

  By Bolarinwa Kabir  Hon. Remi Ayoade, the Director General of Ibarapa Kan Campaign council wishes Hon. Adebayo Adepoju popularly known as Ibarapa Kan happy birthday. Hon. Adebayo Adepoju is a house of representative member representing Ibarapa Central/North Federal Constituency. Hon. Remi Ayoade described Ibarapa Kan as a Quintessential Political Leader, enigma and a man of valor. The statement goes thus; " As today marks another milestone in the life of a distinguished and accomplished gentleman, a great man with an uncommon and incomparable leadership prowess that captivate  both the youngest and oldest of minds. " Today, you are celebrated by millions of Nigerians, home and abroad, not because this is your first birthday but because the  entire world, most especially your constituency, appreciates and recognises your patriotic, selfless,  humanitarian and loyal dispensation to your community and you fellow beings.        " Your political...

  By Bolarinwa Kabir  The Senate Deputy Minority Leader, High Chief Senator Lere Oyewumi, expresses warm felicitations to the peace-loving monarch, His Royal Majesty, Oba Olatunde Falabi Olabemloye III, Akire of Ikireland, on the landmark occasion of his birthday. Akogun Lere Oyewumi opined that since the monarch mounted the throne of his ancestors, he has provided purposeful, courageous, and tenacious leadership to the town and his subjects. Senator Lere Oyewumi stressed that the monarch's contributions to the preservation and promotion of Yoruba culture, his efforts toward the unity and progress of Ikire, the Yoruba race, as well as the promotion of the traditional institution, are unquantifiable. Senator Oyewumi also extolled Oba Olatunde Falabi Olabemloye III as an epitome of intelligence, culture, and intellectualism in royalty, while saluting his commitment to ensuring the unity of Ikire and its environs. Kabiesi, as you deservedly celebrate your glorious day, it is our ...

  By abiodun KOMOLAFE   Nigeria’s self-proclaimed status as the ‘Giant of Africa’ is being questioned once again, and a recent example from Ghana highlights this reality. The ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Ghana conceded defeat even before the polls closed, showcasing a level of democratic maturity. This incident serves as a reminder that Nigeria’s claim to being a giant may not be entirely justified, considering factors beyond mere size or population. To begin with, a lot of what happened in Ghana was a stark and painful reminder that Nigeria is not a competitive political economy. The sooner we face this reality, the better! Ghana’s ruling party, the NPP, was ready to concede defeat, even before the polls closed, because its own exit polls had shown that the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) was already having a massive, irreversible lead in the voting. The key issue is that you must have a competitive economy to even measure the temperature of exit polls. A...

By Bolarinwa Kabir  Almost six years after the stool of the Eleruwa of Eruwa became vacant following a Supreme Court judgment that removed Oba Samuel Adegbola from the position, the town’s kingmakers have selected a new traditional ruler to oversee the community. The decision was reached on Thursday (today) during an election meeting held at the Eleruwa’s palace, Oke-Oba, Eruwa. It was learnt that, all six kingmakers unanimously selected one of the 18 contenders for the position after about two hours of deliberation. The name of the chosen candidate has been forwarded to the Oyo State government through the local government and the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters for necessary action. Speaking with reporters, one of the kingmakers, who preferred anonymity, said, “We have chosen a new Eleruwa of Eruwa, and his name has been sent to the Oyo State government. We now await a response from the state government.” (Nigerian Tribune)

  By Bolarinwa Kabir  A weekly marketplace in Ipetumodu known as Akinola Market in Osun State, was engulfed by fire, destroying goods worth millions of naira. The incident, which occurred late on Friday, caused panic among traders who had all gone home after the day’s activities. Many rushed back to the market in distress after receiving calls about the inferno. A trader, who preferred to remain anonymous for security reasons, said the cause of the fire had not been determined, adding that the section affected was where tubers of yam were stored. “I was called late on Friday. I had left the market about four hours earlier. The part affected is the stalls where yam sellers usually keep their produce. “Those who contacted us also informed NSCDC operatives, and they responded. But the destruction was massive,” the trader stated. (Punch)

  By abiodun KOMOLAFE The Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, should consider himself lucky because not all persons are blessed with opportunities to become game-changers. o, Happy Birthday to the man on whose shoulders so much is riding. Adedeji’s demonstrated track-record and managerial capacity motivated a far-sighted President Bola Tinubu to give him a post which is now a critical national assignment. The current post is actually make-or-break! FIRS will lead the charge of the brigade to reboot the Nigerian economy from stagnation to a production-led, modern economy. In his interlude so far, the Iwo-Ate, Oyo State-born technocrat has already made a fundamental difference. He has redirected the territory of the discourse and the perception of the FIRS. The Service is no longer seen as just another government bureaucracy, justifying its very existence. Rather, it’s now seen as THE fundamental trajectory for sustainable development. ...

  By Bolarinwa Kabir  A tragic accident occurred in Takie, Ogbomoso this morning as a trailer claimed the lives of five people.  An eyewitness speaking to adekkatv on condition of anonymity stated that, "due to this bad road, the trailer was unable to control itself there by leading to death and injured many people. "This incident has been rampant in this area since 2024 claiming many lives ", the statement concluded

  By Bolarinwa Kabir  Secretary to the Ondo State Government, Tayo Oluwatuyi, has died few weeks after surviving an auto crash.  Oluwatuyi, popularly known as ‘Tukana, was said to have been receiving treatment in a hospital Akure before he died. As at the time of this report, Ondo State Government is yet to make an official statement on the incident but a source confirmed the death. Details later... (The Nation)

  By abiodun KOMOLAFE At last, we survived the Year 2024! For that, we give thanks to God! Not unexpectedly, the Year 2024 was marked by complexities and contradictions. On the one hand, social movements and activism gained momentum, shedding light on the shape and size of pressing issues like inequality and climate change. On the other hand, systemic inequalities persisted, and globalization disrupted traditional structures, fuelling the hustle and bustle of uncertainty and insecurity. The COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions, including conflicts in Ukraine, the Middle East and elsewhere, further underscored the challenges of our interconnected world. Reflecting on 2024, we’re reminded that social reality is a complex and ever-changing phenomenon, which requires careful thought and attention. As the world enters 2025, the initial excitement of new beginnings gives way to a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities ahead. In Nigeria, a stark paradox exists: d...

  By Bolarinwa Kabir  Bishop Shina Olaribigbe of Rapture Empowerment International, an Osun State-based clergy in Osogbo, the Osun State Capital was in the early hours of Thursday stabbed to death while settling a fight between a couple. Although details about the couple involved were not immediately available, security sources hinted to our correspondent that the woman fighting her husband was attending Olaribigbe’s church located around BCGA Area, where she served as an interpreter. It was learnt that the couple had a history of incessant fights, which made them live apart, even though they were not officially divorced. The cause of the latest fight was however not known, but information was gathered that, Olaribigbe always mediated in their fights. It was also learnt that the husband had gone to his wife’s residence in the early hours of Thursday and met Olaribigbe in the room, which infuriated him. A source who attends Olaribigbe’s church, and craved anonymity for security...