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A socio-cultural group, Enyaharo Isoko has called on president Muhammadu Buhari-led federal government and the Ifeanyi Okowa-led Delta State government to urgently mobilize materials and personnel to support victims of flood disaster in Isoko, delta state. The cause of the floodingis the opening of Lagdo Dam in Cameroon, a situation that has affected over 80 per cent of Isoko nation. In a statement, president of Isoko group,Amos Iwary expressed disappointment at what he described as “extensive displacement and destruction of lives and property the flood has wreaked on Isoko towns and villages”. He called for immediate action to rescue those…
The presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Bola Tinubu has asked his Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar to step down and endorse him ahead of February 2023 presidential poll. Tinubu asked Atiku to reciprocate the “gesture” he gave to him when he contested for the presidency in 2007 under the defunct Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) by dropping his ambition and endorse him. Tinubu spoke on Monday when he met with leaders from the northern part of the country under the umbrella of Arewa Joint Committee for an interactive session. The meeting was part of…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reiterated his Government’s commitment to creating a structured environment that will advance opportunities for youths to connect and act towards sustainable solutions. Sanwo-Olu, who disclosed this in his address at the Nigeria SDGs Fintech Hackathon Finals held at the Microsoft Garage, Ikoyi, affirmed that the youths who constitute over 60% of the population are critical assets that cannot be ignored in the drive towards building a globally competitive and sustainable economy. He explained that the event, which was organised by the Financial Centre for Sustainability, Lagos (FC4S LAGOS) and Nigeria Climate Innovation Centre (NCIC)…
The Chief Spokesperson of Obi-Datti Presidential campaign Council, Dr Tankohas assured that all issues raised on Obi-Datti Campaign Council list will ba addressed to meet expectations of all. Dr Yunusa Tanko made this known thursday in a statement made available to journalists in Lagos. He equally stated that when necessary adjustments are made, a new list will be released to reflect the concerns raised. You will recall that,Obi-Datti Presidential campaign list wasreleased on October 12 2022. According to his statement, “The Campaign Council in synergy with the Labour Party have noted all the issues raised on Obi-Datti Campaign Council list…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) House of Representatives Candidate for Isoko Federal Constituency, Pst Jonathan Ukodhiko has commended Delta PDP Governorship Candidate, Hon Sheriff Oborevwori on the distribution of relief materials to flood victims in Isoko. Ukodhiko gave the commendation on Saturday at Ozoro in Isoko North Local Government Area. According to him,, “the gesture by the Delta Speaker will no doubt help in alleviating the sufferings of the vulnerable people of Isoko Federal Constituency. “Today, the Speaker of the Delta State of Assembly, Hon. Oborevwori has come to identify with us, by showing empathy and love for the people…
The All Progressive Congress (APC) members had it’s retreat on Monday with all Ministers and President Muhammadu Buhari in attendance. Mu’azu Jaji Sambo, the Honorable Minister of Transportation at the was part of the 3rd Ministerial Performance Review Retreat for Ministers, Permanent Secretaries and Top Government Functionaries declared open by President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR“Enhance Security, Fight Corruption and Transform the Economy” at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja. The President used the opportunity to tell Nigerians that his programme in the last seven and half years has imparted on Nigerians. The minister of Transportation Mu’azu Jaji is expected to latch…
Beauty West Africa, the largest international trade exhibition for the beauty sector in Africa will be opening its fourth edition next month. In a press release by the organisers made available to News247.com, the beauty show is expected to run from November 29th to December 1st, 2022 at the Landmark Centre on Victoria Island, Lagos. The show is expected to host over 200 exhibitors from around the world. Jamie Hill, Managing Director, says: “2022 will see the largest Beauty West Africa exhibition to date, with record numbers of exhibitors, visitors, speakers and country pavilions. “The exhibition will expand into the…
The speaker OF the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, said all hands must be on deck to ensure academic strikes in universities become a thing of the past. The Speaker made this known in a statement welcoming the end of an eight-month long strike embarked upon by the Academic Staff Union of Universities. The academics had demanded better welfare and revitalisation of public universities, among other demands. While thanking the Federal Government and the ASUU leadership for finding a way to end the strike, Gbajabiamila said it is time to “admit certain harsh truths and take radical action.” He however…
The Minister of Transportation, Mu’azu Jaji Sambo, has commended Maritime Workers for their vital role and contributions to the maritime industry and Nigeria’s economy. The Minister expressed this commendation thursday,when the President, Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN), Comrade Adewale Adeyanju, led his Executive Council on a courtesy visit to him. Sambo who was happy to receive them, noted that his tenure is short and would require their support, advice and guidance to enable him leave legacy projects before his tenure terminates on May 29, 2022. According to Mu’azu: “If we deliver on our promises before the end of this…
The Council Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area, Hon. Oladotun Olakanle also known as TantOlorun has sworn in the newly appointed council’s supervisors, revenue chairman and the deputy on thursday at the council. Delivering his speech at the grand event, Hon. TantOlorunin expressed gratitude to God Almighty that the day is coming to pass just as he acknowledged all dignitaries. The Council Chairman also congratulated the Newly sworn in Supervisors and Revenue members for scaling the hurdles to make it thus far. He assured the new Executive members of a harmonious working relationship while he solicited support for effective…