RUAYDI Appoints Olufemi Emmanuel as International and National Protocol/Liaison Officer.

RUAYDI Appoints Olufemi Emmanuel as International and National Protocol/Liaison Officer.

In Pic: Mr. Olufemi Emmanuel, Newly Appointed RUAYDI International and National Protocol/Liaison Officer.

In a significant development for the Rural And Urban Aid For Youth Development Initiatives (RUAYDI), the renowned International Non-Governmental Organization has announced the appointment of Mr. Olufemi Emmanuel as its International and National Protocol/Liaison Officer. This pivotal appointment comes with immediate effect and is poised to bolster RUAYDI's outreach and engagement on both the national and international fronts.

The news was officially disclosed in a statement released to the press by RUAYDI's Information Officer, Samuel Anali. The statement bore the signature of Femi Oyebode, Executive Coordinator of RUAYDI, who also holds the esteemed position of Africa Representative and Board Member of the United Nations Alliance of NGOs on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice in Vienna, Austria.

This appointment signifies RUAYDI's commitment to expanding its influence and fortifying its presence in the realms of national and international diplomacy, a move that aligns with its mission of youth development and crime prevention.

Mr. Olufemi Emmanuel, the newly appointed International and National Protocol/Liaison Officer, is entrusted with a range of vital responsibilities. His primary role will be to facilitate RUAYDI's engagements, both within and outside of Nigeria. This entails liaising with governments, non-governmental organizations, corporate entities, and academic institutions, all in accordance with the directives of RUAYDI's Board of Trustees.

Furthermore, Mr. Emmanuel is set to serve as a protocol officer for RUAYDI's Board of Trustees, management, and other members of the organization. His duties will extend not only within Nigeria but also encompass the African continent and international interactions, strengthening RUAYDI's global footprint.

The decision to appoint Mr. Olufemi Emmanuel was made in Abuja and garnered the full support of RUAYDI's stakeholders. It is closely tied to the organization's efforts to implement the Review Mechanism of the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime, further emphasizing RUAYDI's dedication to combating organized crime on a global scale.

This appointment is poised to mark a new chapter in RUAYDI's journey, underscoring its commitment to empowering youth, promoting development, and fostering international collaboration in the fight against transnational crime. With Mr. Olufemi Emmanuel at the helm of international and national protocols, RUAYDI is set to embark on a promising path of growth and impact, both in Nigeria and on the global stage.

Dele Alake Secures Free Study For Mining Professionals From Australia State.

Dele Alake Secures Free Study For Mining Professionals From Australia State.

Nigerian professionals in the solid minerals sector will soon travel to Australia for more studies, thanks to a deal brokered by the Minister of Solid Minerals, Mr. Alake in Perth, Australia, on Wednesday.

Presenting the request to Hon. Bill Johnston, the Minister for Mines and Petroleum, Energy, Corrective Services and Industrial Relations of the government of Western Australia, on a courtesy visit, Alake acknowledged the progress achieved by the government in mineral development.

Alake, who led the Nigerian delegation to the 21st Africa Down Under Mining Conference held in Perth, said Australia had acquired a lot of knowledge and skills in developing its modern mining industry, adding that Nigerians will benefit from training, study trips and exchanges of mineral professionals in its current effort to transform the sector.

Alake said the government had launched a roadmap to attract foreign direct investment by investing in big data on minerals and the quantum of their deposits, forming a solid minerals corporation and joint venture agreements with multinationals in mining to enable the sector to compete globally.

He informed the minister that Nigeria has vast deposits of precious minerals, including lithium, gold, coal, lead, zinc, baryte and iron ore.

Alake proposed a programme enabling Nigerian mining professionals to study modern mining technology and practices in Western Australia with the government's support.

Responding, Hon.Johnston appreciated the courtesy visit of the Minister of Solid Minerals and his delegation remarked that the meeting would pave the way for cordial relations.

Accepting the proposal, Hon Johnston said the government of Western Australia would support the transfer of knowledge and skills to mining professionals from Nigeria and sponsor mining experts to visit Nigeria to impart knowledge.

He urged the minister to make a formal request as soon as possible so both could work together to realise the goal.

He promised to mobilise the public and private sectors to support the initiative, as many companies are willing to explore opportunities for developing the mining sector in Africa.

Other members of the delegation were the Nigerian High Commissioner to Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific, Ambassador Anderson Madubike, Deputy High Commissioner, Mrs. Mercy Clement, Mr.Martins Imonitie, Investment Banker from  ANZ Bank, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Solid Minerals, Dr.Mary Ogbe, Special Adviser to the Minister, Hon.Kehinde Bamigbetan, Director, Mining Cadastral Office, Engr.Nkom Obadiah and Technical Assistant to the Minister, Mrs.Chinemerem Nwaka.

Alaba Balogun 

Deputy Director Information 

Ministry of Solid Minerals 

September 7, 2023

#SolidMineralsRoadMap

Oyebanji Eulogises AD Ex-Leader, Akosile, Describes Him a Honest Ekiti Patriot.

Oyebanji Eulogises AD Ex-Leader, Akosile, Describes Him a Honest Ekiti Patriot.

The Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has lauded the former State Chairman of the defunct Alliance for Democracy, Chief George Akosile, branding him as a committed and patriotic Ekiti man, who fought for the liberation and development of the state.

  

Akosile, a retired Permanent Secretary and respectable politician, died on 15th June, 2023 during a brief illness at his Igbara-Odo Ekiti countryhome. 

Speaking in Ado Ekiti, on Wednesday, at The Commendation Service held in Akosile's honour, Oyebanji described the deceased  as a man of dream and passion for the state, who prioritised Ekiti's development as the Chairman of AD at the advent of democracy in 1999.

Oyebanji, represented by his Deputy, Chief Mrs Monisade Afuye, stated that Akosile had a flourishing and impeccable records as a career Civil Servant  in the Old Ondo State, where he rose meteorically to the pinnacle of his career as a Permanent Secretary that superintended over pivotal Ministries.

From the political turf, the Governor added that Akosile as the Chairman of AD  provided the much needed leadership, which attracted heavyweight politicians  and the masses into the party, which eventually led to its success in the 1999 gubernatorial election.

"Chief Akosile was a great leader par excellence. He served as a Special Adviser to former Governor Kayode Fayemi between 2010 and 2012 in the State and was known to be a man of humility, honesty and transparency. 

"He was one of the foot-soldiers that fought  relentlessly alongside other leaders to bring the state back to the progressive fold in 2010 after a long battle in various hierarchies of courts.

"The people of Ekiti State will miss his passion for the development of Ekiti in all facets and how he dedicated himself as a dependable ally in the project Ekiti. May his soul rest in the bosom of the lord".

Speaking while delivering his sermon at the commendation   service, a cleric, Ven. Bode Otenaike, tasked the government to contrive ways of investing in the lives of the citizens to reduce the cankerworm of poverty in line with Akosile's and other progressive leaders'  vision for the state.

Quoting from the book of Luke Chapter 19 verse 13, Otenaike stated that based on the political belief and trajectory of the deceased, that making Ekiti a state of prosperity was what he stood for, saying the current government must embrace this and work towards  its realisation. 

Akosile, who was the Asiwaju of Igbara-Odo Ekiti, was appointed Chairman of the Political Appointment Committee by  Governor  Oyebanji in March 2023.

The committee was saddled with the responsibility to work for the nominations across all the 16 local government of qualified men and women as commissioners and Special Advisers into the cabinet.

He was also the Chairman of the APC Elders' Forum from 2009 till he breathed his last  on June 15, 2023.

OYEBANJI CONGRATULATES TINUBU, NIGERIANS ON PRESIDENTIAL TRIBUNAL VICTORY.

OYEBANJI CONGRATULATES TINUBU, NIGERIANS ON PRESIDENTIAL TRIBUNAL VICTORY.

....Says Judicial Affirmation Confirms Nigerians' Choice.

The Governor of Ekiti State, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his victory at the Presidential Election Petition Court which upheld his February 25 election.

Governor Oyebanji, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, described the judgement as “solid and detailed” and “a judicial sustenance of the mandate given to the clear winner of the presidential poll”.

The Governor also hailed the judiciary for upholding the truth, stressing that the judicial affirmation of President Tinubu's election has confirmed the choice of the majority of Nigerians who elected the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential flag bearer as President of the country.

He said the Tribunal verdict has laid every doubt on the validity and authenticity of the presidential result declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to rest and served as a proof that democracy and the rule of law are becoming firmly rooted in Nigeria.

According to the Governor, the latest judicial seal on Tinubu's legitimacy would make Nigeria command more respect in the comity of nations as a beacon of hope for democracy in Africa and a model to other countries of the world.

Oyebanji, who sat through the period of the judgement on Wednesday in Abuja, hailed the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal for patiently and painstakingly looking into evidence provided by parties to the suit, before arriving at the verdict. He said the painstaking handling of the matter by the tribunal has further enhanced election dispute jurisprudence in the country.

He praised the judges for their hard work, industry, perseverance and for acting as impartial arbiters who only arrived at their final decision based on the quantum of evidence before them and did justice to the petitions before them.

Oyebanji said: “I congratulate our President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and indeed all Nigerians for this judgement. It is not victory for the APC alone it is a victory for democracy, the rule of law and for the Nigerian masses. It is also a vote of confidence in the process that led to the election of Mr President.

“The judgement is solid and well detailed. There is nothing to add. I congratulate Nigerians and the President, His Excellency, Bola Ahmed  Tinubu”.

Governor Oyebanji urged Nigerians to rally support for the President to succeed in the onerous task of leading the country to economic prosperity. 

“We have a President that is committed to the development of this country and he needs all hands on deck to ensure that we get to the promise land.”

The Ekiti helmsman appealed to the opposition parties and their presidential candidates who lost at the Presidential Election Tribunal to join hands with Tinubu to move Nigeria forward, urging them to be ready to offer useful counsel that would smoothen the nation's journey to the glorious harbour of development.

“The Government and good people of Ekiti State congratulate the President on this victory and wish him success in his efforts at leading the country and her people to the path of greatness.”, the statement added.

Congratulations to PBAT, As Omoluabi Socio-Cultural and Political Group hails Tribunal Judgement.

Congratulations to PBAT, As Omoluabi Socio-Cultural and Political Group hails Tribunal Judgement. 

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu won all charges against him at the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal which is a win over unfounded and baseless allegations that could not be substantiated using verifiable facts. 

It is another show of competence and high level integrity displayed by our judiciary again as the last hope of the common man. The bench of judges was a crop of experienced jurists with proven track records of integrity and a show of brilliance as experienced jurists.

 In view of this Omoluabi Team Alliance Socio- cultural and Political Group hereby  felicitate with Mr. President and Commander - in - Chief of the Federal Republic of Nigeria for this historic win in the anals of history. Wishing PBAT all the best as he stirs the ship of Nigeria under the renewed hope agenda promised 

Congratulations 

Akanbi Olodo ide, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu .

 E- signed:

 National Convener

 6/9/2023

Payment Of Leave Bonus To Local Government Health Workers: Ekiti NULGE Appreciates Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO).

Payment Of  Leave Bonus To Local Government Health Workers: Ekiti NULGE Appreciates Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO). 

The Ekiti State Chapter of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) under the leadership of Comrade Oluseyi Babatunde Olatunde wishes to appreciate our ever indefatigable and amiable Governor, Mr Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO) for his numerous good deeds in Ekiti State, towards the Ekiti State Public Service and particularly towards the Ekiti State Local Government Service.

NULGE President, Comrade Olatunde, remarked that since the coming to power of Governor Oyebanji, the Local Government Service in Ekiti State has witnessed unprecedented touch of governance, bringing respite to workers, giving us a new ray of hope and thus boosting our morales. More than ever, workers are provided with enabling atmosphere for effective service delivery, and now more encouraged to work - this is the BAO-effect.

According to Comrade Olatunde, recent among the benefits of government to Local Government workers is the approval of first tranche of 2017 leave bonus to the health workers in the local Government which was adopted at the floor of Joint Accounts Allocation Committee (JAAC) meeting held in September 5th 2023. Since the news of this approval broke out, our teeming members have been effusively overjoyed and the free-flowing praise-singing of BAO has been ubiquitous in the Local Government Service. However, I wish to assure and re assured those who may not benefit from the first tranche to wait patiently for the second tranche which will be released in the September edition of Jaac unfailingly.

Consequently, I wish to on behalf of the entire Local Government workforce in Ekiti State express our deepest gratitude to Mr Governor whom we regard as the exemplary shining star in Ekiti. I also wish to re-affirm our undying commitment, irrevocable supports and unflinching loyalty to the Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji government, while also aligning ourselves more closely with the BAO vision for all sectors of Ekiti State.

It is our prayers that God will continually help Your Excellency and endow you with more strength wisdom and understanding in your quests to take Ekiti State to make Ekiti the envy of other States in Nigeria. Once again, thank you M Governor.

Appeal Court Verdict: ARG Congratulates Tinubu, Says Victory Well Deserved.

Appeal Court Verdict: ARG Congratulates Tinubu, Says Victory Well Deserved.

In Pic: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.

President of Federal Republic of Nigeria.

The Afenifere Renewal Group, (ARG), a Socio - Cultural and Political  Organisation, Ekiti State Chapter, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his victory at the Presidential Election Appeal Tribunal, saying the Court's position further validated the fact that he emerged through popular votes.

Describing the verdict as a well deserved victory, Afenifere said the position of the court has helped in exposing the litany of lies being peddled by the candidates of the Labour Party, Peter Obi and his counterpart in the People's Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, that Tinubu rigged to emerge victorious.

A statement released in Ado Ekiti on Wednesday by ARG's Publicity Secretary in Ekiti, Hon. Michael Ogungbemi, congratulating Tinubu on his victory, appealed to all Nigerians to coalesce efforts with the Nigerian leader to take Nigeria to the promised land. 

The socio cultural and political body, congratulated the All Progressive Congress members across Nigeria and all the Nigerian citizens who stood solidly behind the politician while campaigning to garner votes, saying the victory signposted that their labour has not been in vain.

The body called on the petitioners to be patriotic enough to rally round the current government in the task of evolving a nation that is progressive and prosperous, rather than toeing the path of division or stoking the ember of disunity.

"The Afenifere Renewal Group wishes to extend its heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, the President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubuon the  ruling by the Election Appeal Court, which validated his victory. This is truly a momentous occasion that deserves recognition and celebration.

"The outcome of the appeal demonstrates the unwavering commitment to justice and the democratic process. The determination to fairly evaluate the electoral disputes and arrive at a just verdict is commendable. The tireless efforts put forth by the legal representatives involved and the esteemed judges must be acknowledged".

The ARG spokeperson noted that by upholding the principles of fairness, transparency, and the rule of law, the Election Appeal Court has shown its dedication to preserving the integrity of our electoral system. 

"This  ruling is not only a victory for Mr. President and the party but also for the entire nation as it strengthens our trust in the judiciary and serves as a catalyst for a thriving democracy.

"We would like to express our gratitude to everyone who played a role in ensuring a fair and impartial appeal process. Mr. President's commitment to upholding the values of justice and democracy is inspiring and sets a remarkable precedent for future electoral cases.

"May this ruling serve as a testament to the power of the judiciary in shaping our nation's destiny and fostering the growth of a vibrant democratic society. 

"President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, remains a productive Nigerian leader needed at this moment to set in order sound democratic tendencies, rebuild the country and improves developmental strides fie the betterment of all Nigerians.

"Once again, congratulations on this significant achievement, and may it pave the way for a brighter and more democratic future".