Arewa Community Leader, Umar Mohammad Appeals for Calm and Support for Tinubu Administration.

Arewa Community Leader, Umar Mohammad Appeals for Calm and Support for Tinubu Administration.

...Urges Hausa Community in the Southern part of Nigeria to Shun Protests Against President Tinubu.

In his statement in Osogbo. Alhaji Umar Mohammad, the former Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to Governor Oyetola on Non-Indigenous Affairs and also a chairman Arewa Community APC of 17 southern states Osun State chapter has implored the Hausas community in the Southern region to refrain from participating in any protests against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Speaking in Osun State, Umar emphasized the importance of unity and support for the current administration's efforts towards agribusiness development and overall economic growth.

Addressing members of the Arewa Conservative Forum, Mohammad urged the Hausa community to have faith in President Tinubu's administration. He highlighted Tinubu's vision for advancing agribusiness, which he believes will significantly contribute to Nigeria's economic progress. "We must support the government's initiatives aimed at fostering economic growth and development across the nation," he stated.

In Pic Alhaji Umar Mohammad. 

Umar's call for unity comes at a time of heightened political tension in various parts of the country. He stressed that Nigeria's development should transcend tribal lines, advocating for a unified approach to nation-building. "Our country can only thrive when we stand together, regardless of our tribal differences," he said.

Furthermore, he advised the Hausa people in Osun State and beyond to continue with their daily activities in compliance with the laws and regulations of the country. "It is essential for the Hausa community to remain law-abiding and focus on their everyday business and lifestyle," he added.

Umar also assured the Hausa community in Osun State that better days are ahead, urging them to be patient with the current situation in the state. He expressed optimism that the state's glory would be restored with the All Progressives Congress (APC) taking over the government. "The time of restoration and development is coming back to Osun State very soon. The glory of the state will be restored when APC takes over, and I promise you that all your lost properties will be recovered and restored," he assured.

In conclusion, Alhaji Umar Mohammad's message to the Hausa community in the Southern part of Nigeria is one of patience, unity, and faith in the Tinubu administration's capacity to drive economic growth and development. He called for collective support towards the government's efforts, emphasizing that Nigeria's prosperity depends on the unity and cooperation of its diverse communities.

Ekiti State Indigenes At Nigerian Law Schools To Get N150k Bursary Award Each.

Ekiti State Indigenes At Nigerian Law Schools To Get N150k Bursary Award Each.

Ekiti State Government will be disbursing bursary award worth #29,400,000 to 196 Ekiti indigenes at the  Nigerian Law Schools (Bar 1) for 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 academic sessions.

In a statement issued by the Executive Secretary of the Ekiti State Scholarship Board, Mrs Bukola Faluyi, the disbursement of the bursary award is in tandem with the Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji's vision to encourage academic excellence among students of Ekiti State Origin.

 It is on this note that, the Governor has graciouslly  approved the payment of the bursary award being one of the several   steps to support his shared prosperity agenda of Human Capital Development.

The flag-off ceremony will hold on Tuesday 23rd July, 2024 at the Conference Hall of the Ministry  of Education by 10 am prompt. The event will be presided over by Ekiti State Commissioner for Education , Dr Olabimpe Aderiye mni. 

All the recipients of the bursary award are expected to be seated  by 9:30 a.m.

LAND GRABBERS TO LAND IN PRISON, SAYS EKITI SPEAKER.

LAND GRABBERS TO LAND IN PRISON, SAYS EKITI SPEAKER.

....as assembly passes law with stiffer penalties.

The Speaker of the Ekiti State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adeoye Aribasoye says the end of the road is near for land grabbers and quack estate surveyors as the House of Assembly has prescribed five years imprisonment for culpable ones.

Aribasoye in his remarks at the house plenary on Thursday where the Ekiti State Property Protection (Anti-Land Grabbing) (Second Amendment) Bill, 2024 was passed into law, said the 7th assembly frowns at all forms of anti people activities or practices in any part of the state. 

The bill was sponsored by Hon. Oluwayomi Ayorinde representing Ido/Osi constituency two and Co-sponsored by Hon. Lateef Oluwole Akanle representing Ekiti East two.

In addition to the five (5) years imprisonment, ten percent(10%) of the value of the land in question will be paid as fine by offenders while the victim would be empowered to recover the purchase price for the land, as the case may be. 

The speaker described as criminal and annoying, the activities of land grabbers popularly called 'omo onile' who would sell land to a buyer and later throw the buyer into trouble by presenting another family head who would compel a fresh payment if the property would not be revoked.

Aribasoye noted that the criminal elements do sell one piece of land or property to two or more buyers thus creating tension, crisis and losses among affected parties. 

He said it was unfortunate that both helpless citizens and highly placed personalities in the state, including lawmakers have been swindled by the land grabbers and fraudulent families who are custodians of such lands. 

The Ekiti speaker maintained that the house remained fully committed to ensuring laws that permanently address the menace of land-grabbing in the State adding that such laws would empower the government to tackle the activities of land grabbers and quack estate surveyors and estate agents.

We've Lifted 922 Businesses Through EK-CARES, Says Ekiti Government.

We've Lifted 922 Businesses Through EK-CARES, Says Ekiti Government. 

The Ekiti State Government says it has lifted over 922 vulnerable micro and small businesses across the State through the Ekiti State COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (EK-CARES) initiative.

Speaking during an impact assessment tour of benefiting businesses across the State, the Technical Head, EK-CARES Result Area 3, Mr. Kehinde Otitoju expressed delight that the programme has not only helped to stabilize the local economy and restore livelihoods but has also repositioned them for future growth and resilience in the face of on-going economic challenges.

Otitoju who emphasized the objectives of the programme to include: provision of relief, facilitation of recovery and enhancement of the capabilities of business owners affected by COVID-19 pandemic, explained that the programme has played a crucial role in revitalizing the State’s economy by safeguarding jobs, stabilizing local industries and laying the groundwork for a more robust and resilient economic recovery.

He said the programme benefited businesses on Disbursement Link Indicator (DLI) 3.1 which is credit grant, operational grant on DLI 3.2 and Information Technology enhancement grant on DLI 3.3.

While assuring that the Oyebanji led-administration remained committed to its shared prosperity agenda of by fostering a conducive business environment and supporting local enterprises in the State, Mr Otitoju maintained that the programme had provided much-needed relief to micro and small enterprises which are the back bone of the State’s economy.

The impact assessment tour took the monitoring team to beneficiaries of EK-CARES programme in the three Senatorial Districts of the State.

Traditional Rulers Value Oyebanji’s Genuine Commitment to Ekiti Devt – Olojudo.

Traditional Rulers Value Oyebanji’s Genuine Commitment to Ekiti Devt – Olojudo.

The Chairman of the Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers, Oba Ayorinde Ilori Faboro, on Friday expressed the readiness of all the monarchs in the State to backing Governor Biodun Oyebanji in the realisation of his progressive vision to the citizens.

Oba Faboro, who is the Olojudo of Ido Ekiti and a Pelupelu Oba, the highest ranking hierarchy within the Traditional Rulers’ Structures, said his colleague royal fathers are profoundly appreciative of Governor Oyebanji’s genuine commitment to the development of the state.

The First Class Traditional Rulers spoke, while playing host to the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, who paid a courtesy visit to the monarch’s palace in Ido Ekiti, Ido/Osi Local Government Area of the State.

Applauding the government for being inclusive, Oba Faboro maintained that the traditional rulers are appreciative of the governor, for placing high premium value on the welfare of Ekiti citizens.

Specifically, the traditional ruler praised Governor Oyebanji for making requisite sacrifices for the progress of the state.

“All the traditional rulers value the culture of humility that you are bringing back and the one being displayed by our governor, Biodun Oyebanji and the Deputy Governor.

“Most importantly, we value your perfect and genuine commitments to the development of our state.

“Let me say clearly here, all the Kabiyesis are happy and you can see the prevailing situation in Ekiti, we are all relaxed and happy that this is our government. We have progressed and we have the evidence everywhere.

“We are happy with the way this government has been respecting all our royal fathers, we are indeed very grateful for this show of love and respect”, the monarch said.

Reacting, Mrs Afuye, declared that Oyebanji’s administration values the strategic and invaluable roles being played by traditional rulers to foster peace, stability and unity among Ekiti residents.

Mrs Afuye, in a statement signed by her Special Assistant on Media, Victor Ogunje, said most precious and outstanding among their roles, was the help being rendered to coordinate the locals against those, who wanted to make Ekiti unsafe for investors and predispose citizens to unwarranted insecurity.

Applauding Ekiti monarchs for their solid backings for the governor, Mrs Afuye, appealed to the monarchs to ensure peace and unity in their respective domains, for the aggressive actions being taken to expand the frontiers of development to all communities come to fruition.

Ajoni LCDA Stakeholders Meet To Boost Council's Revenue.

Ajoni LCDA Stakeholders Meet To Boost Council's Revenue.

The management of Ajoni LCDA led by the Council Chairman, Hon. (Amb) Prince Michael Ogungbemi fcpa convened a crucial meeting with key stakeholders, including the Traditional rulers from Ajoni communities, Babaloja's, Iyaloja's and Iyalaje's of the various markets.

In an avowed commitment to drive down the LCDA'S economic blue print and geared up it revenue policy, the Chairmen of the various yam markets from Iyemero, Oke~Ayedun, Esun, Odo~Ayedun, Ipao and Ayebode were assembled to discuss strategies for enhancing the Council's Internally Generated Revenue (IGR).

The Chairman emphasized the importance of tax payment in supporting the Council's developmental projects. Also stressed, tax evasion is a criminal offense and urged stakeholders to cooperate with the local council's and state government. The Alaaye of Oke Ayedun, Oba Aribisala together with other royal father's present at the meeting also endorsed position of the Council, encouraging the people to support the Council's efforts.

The meeting resolved to:

~Increase awareness about the importance of tax payment. 

~- Improve tax collection mechanisms.

~- Enhance collaboration between stakeholders and the Council

The Council's management appreciates the stakeholders' commitment to boosting revenue, just as the state internally generated revenue has been boosted through the pragmatic and productive efforts of the state governor in improving the IGR and supporting development in Ajoni LCDA.

Tinubu, Labour Agree On N70,000 Minimum Wage.

Tinubu, Labour Agree On N70,000 Minimum Wage.

President Bola Tinubu has approved N70,000 minimum wage for Nigerian workers with promise to review the national minimum wage law every three years.

President Tinubu also promised to find ways to assist the private sector and the sub-nationals to pay the minimum wage.

President Tinubu announced the decisions at the meeting held with leaders of TUC and NLC on Thursday in Abuja, the second time the parties met in 7 days.

The Labour leaders applauded President Tinubu for the fatherly gesture as the President also promised to use his discretionary powers meet the demands of university unions demanding unpaid 4 months salaries.

The President also promised to find ways to assist the private sector and the sub-nationals to pay the minimum wage.

He also announced the decisions at the meeting held with leaders of TUC and NLC on Thursday in Abuja, the second time the parties met in 7 days.

The Labour leaders applauded President Tinubu for the fatherly gesture as the President also promised to use his discretionary powers meet the demands of university unions demanding unpaid 4 months salaries.

The Tripartite Committee on the new national minimum wage recently submitted figures to the President as the organised private sector and the government team had offered to pay N62,000.

However, the organised labour insisted on N250,000.

Following the disagreement, the President had delayed sending any figure to the National Assembly through an Executive Bill.

At Monday’s Federal Executive Council meeting, Tinubu had asked the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Bagudu, to draft a bill to amend the 2024 budget to accommodate a new minimum wage.