Month: July 2024

House of Reps vows to order sack of Mele Kyari over Dangote Refinery controversy

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The House of Representatives has vowed to call for the dismissal of the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, Mele Kyari, if he continue to work against the smooth operation of the Dangote Refinery.   The Deputy spokesperson of the House, Philip Agbese, stated this while speaking with newsmen in Abuja on Saturday.   Recall that the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and Dangote refinery have been embroiled in a dispute that began recently. The dispute peaked on July 18 when Farouk Ahmed,…

Violent Protests, Inimical To National Development – Orelope-Adefulire.

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The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals, Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, has appealed for calm and cautioned against the planned nationwide protest by individuals and groups, warning that it could plunge the country into chaos, impede progress, and undermine Nigeria’s commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals if not properly managed.   It is imperative to note that when crises and uncertainties prevail, the focus shifts from constructive dialogue and development to managing chaos. The SSA to Mr President urged those calling for the protests to embrace dialogue…

Akpabio mourns Senator Ifeanyi Ubah …Says his death leaves a void in National Assembly

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has expressed shock over the sudden death of the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Petroleum (Downstream), Senator Ifeanyi Ubah. Ubah was until his death, the Senator representing Anambra South in the Upper Chamber. Akpabio, in a condolence message by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh expressed deep sadness over the death of the Senator, saying he has left a void in the National Assembly. He described the late Ubah as one of the shining lights of our democracy…

House of Reps mourns passing of Anambra South Senator, Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The House of Representatives has expressed sadness over the shocking demise of Senator (Dr) Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah, Senator representing Anambra South Senatorial District and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream). Senator Ubah passed away in the United Kingdom at the age of 52. The House said the late Anambra Senator remarkable journey from humble beginnings to prominence was a testament to his hard work and perseverance. Dr. Ubah was a two-time Senator and a two-time Governorship candidate in Anambra State with an unwavering commitment to effect positive…

DSP Barau mourns Senator Ifeanyi Ubah

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, has mourned Senator Ifeanyi Ubah (APC, Anambra South), who passed away this morning in the United Kingdom.   The late business tycoon, football administrator turned politician, died at the age of 53. The Chief Executive Officer of Capital Oil, who was elected twice to represent Anambra South under the Young People’s Party (YPP) at the Senate, joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) in October last year.   Senator Barau, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity,…

Girls,your sweet thing won’t always be sweet by Funke Egbemode

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A playboy can play the field forever or till his penis drops off, or whichever one comes first. A play-girl? No she must retire quickly, indeed, before everyone notices what she does for a living.   A playgirl, a runs-girl, a courtesan or a high class call girl must know when to stop. Only dumb girls play the field endlessly. Is any playgirl reading this? Or is someone reading this who knows a playgirl? Pull her ears and tell her to pull back. A girl is expecting to be cool…

Breaking: Senator Ifeanyi Ubah dies in London

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A Nigerian Senator who represents Anambra South, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, is dead.   Ubah died in a hotel in London, the United Kingdom.   He had left Nigeria for London two days ago.   Ubah was a Nigerian Politician, entrepreneur and businessman who until his death served as the CEO of Capital Oil (CCO), which he founded in 2001.   The deceased was married to Uchenna, a Business Administration graduate from Ahmadu Bello University in Nigeria, with whom he had 5 children. He also ran a foundation which is named…

Akinyemi: Farewell to the matriarch we have lost! By abiodun KOMOLAFE

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On Saturday, August 3, 2024, the funeral service for the late Mrs. Aderoju Janet Akinyemi will take place at the Cathedral Church of St. James the Great, Oke Bola, Ibadan, Oyo State. The ceremony will be followed by the committal of her mortal remains to Mother Earth. We invite friends, family and loved ones to join us as we bid farewell to an inspirational figure.   Aderoju, wife of The Most Reverend Michael Olukayode Akinyemi, the Retired Archbishop of Kwara Province and Bishop of Igbomina Diocese (Anglican Communion), passed away…

Endorsements and the power-brokers (1) By abiodun KOMOLAFE

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The trend of endorsing governors for a second term has gained significant momentum. This trend is particularly noteworthy in the context of Nigeria’s political landscape, where endorsements can make or break a candidate’s chances of winning. In various states, governors have received endorsements from diverse groups and individuals. For instance, Governor Peter Mba of Enugu State secured the backing of the Northern Community in Enugu, while Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has earned the endorsement of the Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Adekunle Aromolaran, barely a year into the…

Third Republic Lawmakers urges organisers to shelve planned Nationwide Protest

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Members of Third Republic Federal lawmakers have called on organisers of the planned nationwide protest to abort mission and embrace dialogue with government.   The group made the appeal at a press conference held at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja on Friday.   Leader of the group, Hon. Basil Okafor, expressed concerns that the negative impacts of the protest could potentially outweigh any possible benefits.   In his words “The right to protest is a fundamental aspect of any democracy. However, it is important to recognize the potential negative…