Month: September 2024

BREAKING: Owa Obokun of Ijeshaland Oba Aromolaran passes on after 42 years on throne

Emporium Reporters

One of the first-class monarchs in Osun State, the Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran II, is dead. His death was announced in a statement, signed by Asiwaju of Ijesaland, Chief Yinka Fasuyi, on Thursday in Osogbo, the state capital.   Confirming the monarch’s death, Fasuyi, in a tribute that he personally sent to our correspondent, wrote, “An Era Comes To An Abrupt End!   “A Monumental History Closes! The Lion Departs The Forest! The Torch Bearer Of Oduduwa Relocates! The Symbol Of Obokun Adimula Transits! The Elegance…

FLOODING: Northern Senators Forum condoles with Borno State Govt, Residents …… Applauds President Tinubu prompt interventions

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Northern Senators Forum in Nigeria Senate has extended deepest condolences to the people and government of Borno State over the loss of lives and property resulting from the collapse of the Alau Dam.The forum in a condolence message signed by the Chairman,Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’Adua said;   “Our thoughts are with the families of the victims and those displaced by this devastating flood.   “We appreciate the prompt visit by Vice President Kashim Shettima to assess the situation and provide leadership during this challenging time. His swift response demonstrates…

Borno flood: Over 30 confirmed dead, one million persons affected and 414,000 displaced

Emporium Reporters

The severe flooding which ravaged Maiduguri, the Borno State capital has claimed at least 30 lives, affected one million persons and displaced 414,000 others. National Emergency Management Agency said the flood began after the Alau Dam overflowed following heavy rains leading to the town’s worst flooding in 30 years, according to the United Nations Human Rights Refugee Council and Maiduguri Metropolitan Council residents. NEMA spokesman Manzo Ezekiel on Wednesday said that the death toll had hit 30 and displaced persons close to half a million. “It’s 30 people that have…

Tinubu approves N108b for states to tackle flooding crisis

Emporium Reporters

President Bola Tinubu has approved the release of N108 billion to help states combat the effects of flooding and erosion.   Each state is set to receive N3 billion from the Federal Government as part of this intervention.   This funding comes at a critical time, as massive flooding has been ravaging Northern states, while many southern states remain at risk.   In addition to flooding, erosion is a major concern, particularly in the Southeast and parts of Kaduna, where the damage continues to escalate.   The Nigerian Meteorological Agency…

Reps Minority Caucus sad over ravaging floods in some major cities of Nigeria,calls for urgent intervention

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The House of Representatives Minority Caucus has expressed sadness over rampaging floods in some parts of Nigeria that has led to the loss of lives and properties. Recall that Maiduguri metropolis and parts of Bayelsa, Bauchi, and other parts of the country were heavily flooded due to heavy rains on Sunday night, Monday, and Tuesday morning. In a statement issued by the House of Representatives Minority Caucus and signed by the caucus leader, Rep Kingsley Chinda stated that; “Our hearts bleed over the flood disaster that engulfed some parts of…

Academics seek solutions to pressing challenges impeding Africa development ….. As 1st CRIDE CIC2024 Conference begins in Abuja

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Foremost Academics and other stakeholders are presently in Abuja to discuss on how to tackle some pressing challenges impeding development in Nigeria and Africa continent. The Academics are participating in the 1st CRIDE International Conference 2024 (CIC2024) organized by the Centre for Research, Innovation, Development, and Entrepreneurship (CRIDE), United Kingdom (UK), in collaboration with the Department of Economics at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) and Philomath University, Abuja. The conference with the theme ‘Sustainable Development: Leaving No One Behind “focused on Environmental Protection and Enhancement, Social progress, Sustainable…

Senator Abba Moro saddened by ravaging floods in parts of Nigeria, calls for urgent actions

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Senator representing Benue South Senatorial District and Senate Minority Leader, Comrade Abba Moro on behalf of the Senate Minority Caucus has sympathized with the governments and peoples of Bauchi, Borno and other states of the federation being ravaged by floods.   The Senate Minority Leader sent his heartfelt condolences to families and friends of those who have lost their lives and properties, and identifies with the governments of the affected states.   The senator called on the federal government and relevant government agencies to take urgent steps to evacuate those…

Senator Karimi empowers 50 Women Cooperative groups with N100million

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Senator Karimi Sunday, the senator representing Kogi West in the 10th Senate has a long history of generosity in heart and in acts. His pedigree in innovative representation and sustainable development initiatives is legendary. He has just initiated, implemented and completed an empowerment series in Kogi West Senatorial District with the gift of N100 million to 50 women cooperative groups in the Senatorial District.   Senator Karimi, who is the Chairman, Senate Services Committee said the gesture was to promote economic growth, self-reliance and jumpstart entrepreneurship among the womenfolk.  …

EMBER MONTHS: Niger Police strategizes, beefs up security ….. Warns residents to be vigilant and security cautious

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Commissioner of Police Niger State Command ,CP Shawulu Ebenezer Danmamman has directed Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders and DPOs to emplace robust crime preventive measures and ensure effective visibility policing with adequate community/stakeholders engagement for intelligence gathering and responsive Policing as mean of proactiveness within the Ember months to ensure safety of lives and property.   CP noted that Operation Order for the season has been drawn and an adequate number of Police personnel have been mobilised, and alerted across the State with effective deployment of Operation Flush and other…

Akpabio expresses sadness over Borno, Bauchi floods, sympathizes with victims, condoles govts

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has expressed deep sadness at the devastating floods that occurred in parts of Borno and Bauchi states killing many, destroying property and displacing thousands of people.   Akpabio in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, also sympathized with the victims and governments of both states.   The statement partly read;   “Senate President Godswill Akpabio, on behalf of his family, the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the entire National Assembly extends his deepest…