The Federal Government has unveiled the official logo for the country’s 63rd Independence Day celebration.
It was released by the Director of Information, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Willie Bassey, on Tuesday morning.
Nigeria will mark its 63rd Independence Day celebration on Sunday, October 1.
Ogun State government on Tuesday said that it has cancelled celebrating the 63rd Independence Day scheduled for Sunday, October 1st
This, according to a statement from the Secretary to the State Government, Mr Tokunbo Talabi, was in tune with the directive of the federal government to have a low-key celebration this year.
The decision by the Federal Government to have a low-key celebration according to the statement was to reflect the mood of the nation with the government urging citizens of the state to spend the time solemnly praying for the country.
The statement partly reads, “Following the directive of the Federal Government that this year’s Independence Day Celebration should be low-key, the Ogun State Government has cancelled all arrangements in respect of the anniversary on October 1st, 2023.
“The decision by the federal government is to reflect the mood of the nation. The state government enjoins citizens of the state to spend the time solemnly praying for the country.
“It is the strong belief of the government under the leadership of Governor Dapo Abiodun that the supplications of the people at this crucial time will be answered by God.
“We seek the understanding and cooperation of all and sundry as we observe a low-key independence anniversary this year, believing that better times lie ahead of us as a people”.
The House of Representatives on Tuesday observed a moment of silence for the late Afrobeats singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, better known as Mohbad, who died two weeks ago aged 27.
The lower chamber paid the tribute at the beginning of an executive session at the resumption of plenary in Abuja.
Following a motion of urgent importance by the member representing the Ikorodu Federal Constituency, Mr Babajimi Benson, the House further resolved to monitor the investigation surrounding his death and royalties accruing to him.
Benson called for a review of relevant laws guiding the entertainment industry as well as copyright laws, while expressing concerns about the contracts and agreements that entertainers are compelled to sign.
Gunmen have reportedly shot three students of the Isa Mustapha Agwai I Polytechnic in Lafia, Nasarawa State, and abducted one female student.
Leading reporters learnt that the incident occurred around 8:00pm on Monday, September 25, 2023.
The students, who sustained gunshot injuries, were said to be receiving treatment in a hospital.
The abducted student, simply identified as Ajoke, is an ND II student of Science Laboratory Technology.
Details Later……
The federal government has declared Wednesday, September 27, 2023 as public holiday the commemorate the Eid-ul-Maulid celebration.
Eid-ul-Maulid celebration signifies the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
In a statement which the permanent secretary of the ministry, Oluwatoyin Akinlade, issued on his behalf, minister of interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, congratulated muslims for witnessing this year’s occasion.
The minister admonished muslims to imbibe the spirit of love, patience, tolerance and perseverance which are deep spiritual virtues that the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) exemplified.
The minister urged Nigerians to embrace hard work and peaceful dispositions to fellow citizens irrespective of faith, ideology, social class and ethnicity.
The Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma has backed down from his earlier threat to punish civil servants who were found culpable of receiving double salaries after the governments salary automation uncovered 935 person’s fraudulently being paid for the past ten years.
The governor stated this while reacting to the pleas of the parish priest of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Nkwo Emeke in Emekukwu of Owerri North Local Government Area.
Uzodinma who was a guest at the 65th birthday anniversary Sir Jude Ejiogu told the parish priest that the civil servants who are complaining of not being paid didn’t tell the full story.
He pointed out that workers that have not been paid their salaries and arrears are those the automated salary scheme caught receiving double salary for past ten years.
He said: “I was delighted to have worshipped at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Nkwo Emeke in Emekukwu of Owerri North Local Government Area for the Thanksgiving Mass of Sir Jude Ejiogu as he marks his 65th birthday anniversary.
“The words of the Parish Priest are valuable resources that I have noted and shall continue to improve on the level of progress we have recorded so far in the development of our dear State. However, I took time to address some observations highlighted by the Parish Priest, an eloquent man.
“In the course, I admonished our people for blackmailing the government without coming forward with the actual truth of events. The automation of salary payment to civil servants uncovered a lot of discrepancies on the path of the workers, especially those who had hitherto earned double salary from Government.”
The governor added, “Nevertheless, I have rescinded the Government’s initial decision of prosecuting offenders, and we will commence the process of a resolution to enable those in that category receive their salary.”
The Lagos State Police Command has given an update on the autopsy being conducted on the remains of the late Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, also known as Mohbad.
The Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, said the autopsy was carried out by best forensic pathologists in the country.
In a post on his verified X handle, the command’s spokesman revealed that family members of the late singer were present during the autopsy.
The PPRO debunked rumour that the process may be hijacked by some unscrupulous individuals who would not want the singer to get justice.
He urged Nigerians to remain calm while the result of the autopsy is being awaited.
He wrote, “As assured by the CP, the autopsy was promptly carried out by some of the best forensic pathologists in the country, in the presence of family members.
“While we await the result, we urge everyone to remain calm and confident in the process.
“There is absolutely no underhand dealing, as feared by some concerned persons. In the meantime, other aspects of the investigation are progressing well.”
A bridge has collapsed on Enugu along the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway on Monday.
This was made known in a statement by Dan Nwomeh, the Head of Media to the Office of the governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, on his X account, formerly Twitter.
According to Nwomeh, the government has cautioned motorists to avoid the route which is between New Artisan and Naira Triangle in Enugu.
He added that Federal and State officials were already at the scene to curtail the impact.
He, however did not disclose if there were casualties from the collapse of the Bridge.
JUST NOW
A bridge has collapsed in Enugu along the Enugu – Port Harcourt expressway between New Artsisan and Naira Triangle.
Motorists should please avoid that route.
Federal and State officials already at the scene. pic.twitter.com/P9OGIbee4R
— Dan Nwomeh (@DanNwomeh) September 25, 2023
The Speaker of Ondo State House of Assembly, Mr Olamide Oladiji, has raised the alarm after discovering an African magic ‘juju’ in front of his official residence.
Oladiji told newsmen on Monday in Akure, that the lawmakers at the House had been having sleepless nights since they commenced the impeachment process against the state deputy governor, Mr Lucky Ayedatiwa.
“Early this morning, we discovered that a sacrifice was placed in the lodge. Aside from that, I have been receiving strange calls from strange people threatening my life and other members.
“l am using the medium to tell the world that my life is under threat. I call on the security operatives to checkmate these people who have been threatening my life and other members.
“This threat started since the day we began the impeachment process. I have already reported to NSCDC among other security agencies,” he stated.
Oladiji said that the House has also been unable to serve the impeachment notice on Ayedatiwa since last week.
He said, however, said that the House had secured a court affidavit to serve the deputy governor the letter through other means.
Oladiji said that all the 26 lawmakers in the House had appended their signature on the petition for the impeachment of the deputy governor.
The speaker debunked insinuation that the lawmakers collected N5 million each to initiate the impeachment process.
He said that the 10th assembly under his watch would not compromise. (NAN)
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State says he has found himself in a challenging position, contending with formidable pressure and threats within the State’s political sphere.
Leading reporters gathered that the threats center around the request to distribute funds among the political class or face the potential loss of his opportunity for a second term in office.
While speaking with newsmen in Uyo, Eno expressed his determination to stay focused on a crucial mission—to address the pressing issues that ordinary citizens face, especially those residing in rural areas.
He underlined this commitment by referencing the ‘Arise Agenda’, a blueprint that outlines his administration’s strategies for rural development programs and initiatives aimed at improving the lives of the people.
His words: “I have received a lot of threats from the political class that I won’t do a second term.
“I am putting money in rural development because a good first term is better than a useless second term.
“I don’t want to put more money in one person’s hands to the detriment of the 7.9 million population.”
Eno however called on politicians to give him time till December to put the structure of governance on the right track in the State.
