Month: March 2021

FG receives 255 stranded Nigerians from Saudi Arabia

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A total of 255 stranded Nigerians in Saudi Arabia arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja on Monday. The returnees came into the country via Saudi Air Flight SV3405 at about 1:00 pm local time. The returnees, were part of the first batch that is expected in the country this week. They later proceeded on quarantine at the Federal Capital Territory Hajj camp for 14 days in line with the reversed COVID-19 protocols by the Presidential Task Force on Covid-19. Other returnees arrival are expected in subsequent days within…

Covid-19: Osun begins vaccination of over 800 combined 2020/2021 intending pilgrims …intending pilgrims laud govt on prompt response

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Osun Government has disclosed that over 800 intending pilgrims to this year’s Hajj will be vaccinated as part of the requirements for visiting the Holy Land. The exercise was in compliance with the directive of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) in accordance with the safety guidelines of National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA). This was even as the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Hon. Tajudeen Olaniyi Lawal, said the Administration of Governor Adegboyega Oyetola was committed to citizens’ welfare, healthy living, safety and general well-being. Recall that the…

Oyetola eulogizes Bola Tinubu@69

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Governor, State of Osun, Adegboyega Oyetola, has showered encomiums on the former Lagos State Governor, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on the occasion of his 69th birthday anniversary. He described Asiwaju Tinubu as an outstanding model to the emerging leaders of Nigeria and a lesson in patriotism, tenacity, service and resilience. The governor in a birthday message personally signed by him thanked Allah for donating Asiwaju Tinubu as an answer to the myriad of challenges besetting the nation and the citizens. Oyetola, who appreciated Tinubu for being a mentor to all…

Rep Akande-Sadipe felicitates Tinubu @69

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Member, representing Oluyole Federal Constituency, Hon. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe has congratulated a National leader of the All Progressive Congress, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as he clocked 69. The Lawmaker in a statement by her Media Aide, Lekan Olusada eulogized the sterling qualities of the Jagaban of Borgu Kingdom, described him as a wonderful, enigmatic political leader. “Happy birthday to our wonderful enigmatic political leader Bola Ahmed Tinubu, A Trailblazer of our time.. You have charted many blueprints for others to follow. Over the years you have birthed leaders, your grooming incomparable,…

Western Africa Peace Initiative launching holds online

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On March 27, the “Western Africa Peace Initiative Launching Ceremony” was held online with 132 participants from various fields from Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, Malawi, Sweden and South Korea. Participants from international organizations, youth organizations, NGOs, and media attended.   The launching ceremony was held by the HWPL Southern Seoul and Gyeonggi Branch, an international peace organization based in Korea. HWPL, an international peace organization headquartered in Korea, has associated with the UN DGC and the UN ECOSOC, and has been carrying out various peace activities with the aim of ceasing…

Regulate SMEs with human face, Blue Diamonds CEO urges govt

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Chief Executive Officer of a leading multipurpose investment organisation, Blue Diamonds, Mr Raphael Chukwujekwu, has stated that only regulation with human face can create an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to thrive in the country. Mr Chukwujekwu who made this remark at the unveiling of a new product, Smart Blue Money Mobile App in Abuja at the weekend,advised government at all levels not to introduce counter productive regulations capable of stifling smes and killing young people’s initiatives According to Chukwujekwu, government can make the environment business-friendly such that…

BIOGRAPHY OF A GREAT LEADER OF OUR TIME, THE GREAT BRIDGE BUILDER! ASIWAJU BOLA ADEKUNLE AHMED TINUBU (JAGABAN OF BORGU) BY; COMRADE LUKMAN OLUKAYODE AHMED

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Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Adekunle Tinubu was born in Lagos on March 29,1952. He attended Richard Daley College, Chicago Illinois, where he earned himself a place in the honors list of the College. Earlier, he attended St John’s Primary School, Aroloya and Children’s Home School, Ibadan for his elementary education. He subsequently proceeded to the Chicago State University, Illinois where he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Accounting and Management). During his undergraduate years, he was honored with the Outstanding Student’s Award, The University Scholar’s Award and the Certificate of…

Gov Sule extols predecessor’s leadership qualities …. as Sen Al-makura becomes Sardaunan Gwandara

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Nasarawa State Governor, Engineer Abdullahi Sule, has extolled the leadership qualities of his immediate predecessor, Senator Umaru Tanko Al-makura, who he said, has continued to break frontiers even after leaving office. Engineer Sule laid the commendation shortly after Senator Al-makura was turbaned the Sardaunan Gwandara worldwide, at an elaborate ceremony which took place in Kwandere, on Saturday. Highlighting the uncommon leadership qualities of the former governor, who now represents Nasarawa South at the upper chamber of the national assembly, the Governor said, unlike what obtains in the political terrain, where…

Gov Sule to send bill before assembly to give legal backing to Turunku Chiefdom

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In a bold move to ensure lasting peace in Toto Local Government Area of the state, Nasarawa State Governor, Engineer Abdullahi Sule, said his administration will send a bill to the State House of Assembly, to give legal backing to the executive order creating the Turunku chiefdom. Engineer Sule made this known during a meeting brokered by the Governor to bring lasting peace in Toto Local Government area, which held at the Government House, on Thursday. According to the Governor, the only way to legalise the creation of the Turunku…

Senate President greets Asiwaju Bola Tinubu @69

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The President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan has sent his best wishes to former Governor of Lagos State, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on the occasion of his 69th birthday on Monday. Lawan joined the family members, friends and political associates of the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in rejoicing with him for marking the day in good health and high spirits. “I felicitate with His Excellency, Asiwaju Tinubu, on this joyous occasion. “A leader of leaders, political strategist and astute administrator, Asiwaju Tinubu has in three decades…