Day: November 14, 2024

SEC seeks Senate Committee support for passage of Investments and Securities Bill 2023

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Securities And Exchange Commission SEC has urged members of the Senate Committee on Capital market to be on same page with other stakeholders for the passage and enactment of Investment and Securities Bill 2023 by the Nigeria’s Senate.   SEC argued that the Investments and Securities Bill 2023 currently enjoying the overwhelming support of stakeholders in the Nigerian capital market, said there was a collective resolve in the capital market community to work together towards the enactment of the Bill during the life of the 10th National Assembly. SEC…

Gov Okpebholo asks Police Commissioner to halt cult clashes in Edo within 48hrs …. bans Drivers Welfare Association, Network Empowerment

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Thursday, asked the Commissioner of Police, CP Umoru Peter Ozigi to halt the violent cult clashes in the State. The Governor has also banned Drivers Welfare Association and Network Empowerment in the State. He directed the Commissioner of Police to instruct his officers and men across the various formations to immediately swing into action and halt the unnecessary bloodbath. Recall on Wednesday, the Governor ordered for the immediate and indefinite suspension of collection of all revenues in Edo, especially in motor parks and…

Eulogy for our departed Chief Imam of Ebiraland -Imam AbdulRahim Ibn Imam Yahaya Tajudeen (Sheikh-Al-Islam)

Emporium Reporters

Allahumma Ajirna Min Al-Jannah (O Allah, grant him paradise). Today, we remembered the passing of our revered Chief Imam who answered the call of Allah 50 Years ago Imam AbdulRahim Ibn Imam Yahaya Tajudeen (Sheikh -Al-Islam)His departure leaves an immense void in our hearts and our community Ebiraland and beyond. Imam AbdulRahim was a shining example of piety, wisdom, and compassion. He guided us with unwavering dedication, spreading Allah’s message and promoting unity during his reign as Chief Imam . His legacy: – Unwavering commitment to Islamic principles and tarbiyah…

Gov Okpebholo freezes State bank accounts ….. reverts Roads and Bridges Ministry to Ministry of Works

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor ,Sen. Monday Okpebholo, on Thursday, ordered the freezing of all State-owned bank accounts with immediate effect, until further notice. The Governor had also warned commercial banks, heads of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to comply with the order immediately without any delays. Governor Okpebholo in a, statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary,Fred Itua warned that anyone, including heads of MDAs and civil servants who flout the order will be severely punished. The statement said “All bank accounts in all the commercial banks have been frozen. Commercial…

How I emerged victorious in the Governorship election – Gov Okpebholo reveals

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Wednesday night in Benin, revealed how he won the 21st September governorship election in Edo State.   He attributed his victory to the grace of God, constant prayers, and the support of Edo people.   Governor Okpebholo gave the testimony at his post swearing-in Thanksgiving Service held at the Samuel Ogbumudia Stadium in Benin City, Edo State capital, where he urged Nigerians to trust in God alone irrespective of their challenges in life.   Governor Okpebholo also gave a vivid account on how…