Month: February 2021

INTERNAL SECURITY: IGP flags-off Operation Puff Adder II …. Says operation targeted at reclaiming public space from criminals

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The Inspector General of Police, IGP M.A Adamu on Monday, 15th February, 2021 flagged-off a reinvigorated special security action plan, code named ‘Operation Puff Adder II ’ to reinforce the ongoing fight against banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery and other violent crimes in the country.   The new special operation, which will be intelligence-led and community-driven, will be executed in sustained collaboration with the Armed Forces, the Intelligence Community and other sister security agencies. It is aimed at re-dominating and reclaiming the public space from criminals that are bent on threatening the internal…

Omisore defects to APC, registers in Ile-Ife …. as Lawal, his running mate in 2018 guber to follow suit on Tuesday

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A former Deputy Governor of Osun, Senator Iyiola Omisore, has formalised his membership of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), as he registered with the party on Monday. Omisore was the Social Democratic Party (SDP) governorship candidate in the 2018 governorship contest. His running mate, Hon.Yemi Lawal, who is the state’s Commissioner for Youth and Sports, is also expected to formally register with the APC on Tuesday. Omisore who defected from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in 2018, having contested the governorship elections twice -first in 2014 and 2018 and later…

OYO CRISIS: IGP deploys intervention,stabilization forces … orders DIG in charge of South-West, David Folawiyo to coordinate Operations

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The Inspector General of Police, IGP M.A Adamu has ordered the immediate deployment of Police Intervention and Stabilization Forces to Oyo State to reclaim the public space, reinforce security and bolster public confidence in the areas affected by the recent crisis in the State.   The deployments, consisting largely of intelligence and operational assets of the Force, included four (4) Units of the Police Mobile Force (PMF), seasoned operatives from the Force Intelligence Bureau and one (1) operational/surveillance Police helicopter from the Police Air-wing department.   The Intervention Force is…

Niger SSG inspects projects in Mashegu Local Govt, tasks council Chair on grassroots development

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The Secretary to the Government of Niger State (SSG),Ahmed Ibrahim Matane has commended the Executive Chairman of Mashegu Local Government Council, Hon. Alhassan Isah Mazakuka for embarking on people-oriented projects. Ahmed Matane made the commendation when he inspected some projects executed by Mashegu Local Government Council at Mashegu, recently. The SSG further stressed that the execution of the projects by Mashegu Local Government Council would change the narratives about what grassroots development and the Government’s responsibilities are all about. According to the SSG, “all the projects visited tallied with the…

Gov Sani Bello condemns kidnap of NSTA passengers, mobilize security agencies for rescue mission

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Niger state Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello has condemned in strong terms the kidnap of about 20 passengers in Kundu village in Niger State. Governor Sani Bello in a statement described the incident as an act of inhumanity added that government will intensify efforts towards ensuring the safety of lives and property. The Governor maintained that his government will not surrender to criminals in form of bandits, kidnappers and cattle rustlers but will continue to utilize available resources and manpower to curb the menace. He further acknowledged the enormity of the…

STCOGA inaugurates new Executive Officers

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Ladies of St.Teresa’s College Old Girls Association (STCOGA) Oke Ado Ibadan on Thursday, 11th February 2021, held the inauguration ceremony of a new set of National Executives to run the affairs of the association for the next two years. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, the new National President of the association, Barr. Tayo Ladipo promised to take the STCOGA to greater heights, uphold all its values and do everything humanly possible to contribute positively to the growth of the Alumni. Also speaking at the inauguration, the Chairman of The Board of…

Gov. Bala Mohammed’s paradise for AK-47, cows and Fulani, By Festus Adedayo

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At the risk of being charged for excessive hyperbolism, “AK-47,” “cows” and the word “Fulani” are the most notorious clichés on parade in Nigeria today. And, come to think of it, they are woven together in narratives of the affliction that threaten to tear Nigeria asunder today. As if by coincidence, the three also bear very similar traits that unite them. While the Fulani herdsman is one of the most ubiquitous tribes in Africa, encircling the region like a contagious pestilence and sowing tears and sorrows in their trails, the…

Gov Sani Bello sympathizes with ally, Sherif Balogun,over father’s death

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Niger state Governor, Abubakar Sani Bello has condoled with the family of his friend and Associate Alhaji Sherif Tunde Balogun over the death of his father late Alhaji Abdulazeez Balogun. Governor Sani Bello who was at the deceased residence in Marafa Estate Kaduna said the vacuum created by the death of late Balogun can only be filled by Allah as he lived a selfless and dedicated life. The Governor said “loosing a loved one is painful but our solace is in Allah especially when we know that the deceased lived…

2022: Oyetola disowns campaign posters

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Osun Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola, has disowned the 2022 Governorship campaign posters in his name, stated that he was still preoccupied with the delivery of quality service to the people of the State. He said governance was still uppermost in his mind and as such he would not want to be distracted at this critical stage of his tenure. He however called on those behind the posters to tarry a while and wait for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to blow the whistle for the contest. Two media outfits, Osun…

NGF celebrates Bawa Bwari on daughter’s wedding

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Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) has congratulated the former Chief Whip of National Assembly and Minister, Hon Abubakar Bawa Bwari on the conjugal bliss of his daughter. Niger State Governor,Abubakar Sani Bello who represented the NGF Chairman Dr. Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State said marriage was among the obligations of Muslims hence the NGF is felicitating with the couple and their parents on the occasion. The NGF Chairman appealed to the new couple to be tolerant with each other and adhere to the tenets of marriage. He then prayed that God…