Nigerian Governor to host Sierra Leone’s president.
Governor Seyi Makinde will receive Sierra Leonean President Julius Bio in Ibadan on Monday.
This was announced in a statement on Sunday by the governor’s chief press secretary, Suleimon Olanrewaju.
The statement revealed that Mr Bio will visit the Fasola Agribusiness Industrial Hub in Oyo.
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Makinde
“President Bio and his team will experience Oyo State’s rich history and heritage, which has earned it the title of pacesetter.
“They will also see key developments, such as the Fasola Agribusiness Industrial Hub, Oyo, which showcases our government’s progress,” the statement said.
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EconomyCAN blasts Katsina, Kano, Others Governors Over Schools’ Shutdown For Ramadan, Marginalising ChristiansPublished 14 minutes ago on March 3, 2025By adminCAN
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CAN blasts Katsina, Kano, Others Governors Over Schools’ Shutdown For Ramadan, Marginalising Christians
CAN blasts Katsina, Kano, others governors over schools’ shutdown for Ramadan, marginalising Christians. The nationwide Christian group condemned the governors’ shutter of schools to observe Ramadan fast as counterproductive.
The Christian Association of Nigeria has described the decision by some northern state governments to shut down all schools during the Ramadan fasting period as counterproductive.
The religious group said this in a statement by its president, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, on Sunday.
Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi have directed that all schools should be closed during Ramadan.
According to CAN, such decisions raise serious issues of equity, educational continuity, and the welfare of all citizens, regardless of their religious beliefs.
CAN said the closures would disrupt education in a region already grappling with high rates of out-of-school children, averaging 44 per cent, undermining equity in governance.
“The closure of schools across these northern states, ranging from nursery to tertiary levels, for an extended period will disrupt academic schedules and threaten the educational advancement of millions of students.
“These states are already facing alarming rates of out-of-school children, averaging 44 per cent according to recent data, far exceeding the national average.
“Such prolonged breaks risk deepening this crisis, undermining efforts to ensure access to quality education for all,” CAN said.
CAN also said that while it respected religious practices, it was dismayed by the lack of broad consultation with stakeholders prior to taking the decisions.
The association further gave global examples, such as what it said obtained in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, where schools remained open with adjusted schedules during Ramadan.
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CAN
It called for dialogue involving religious leaders, educators, and parents to reassess the policy.
CAN warned that if inclusive solutions were not reached, it may pursue legal action to protect the students’ constitutional rights to education and freedom of conscience.
It, therefore, called for calm and peaceful engagement in the development, adding that fairness and national cohesion were critical.
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Continue ReadingAkwa IbomHow Governor Umo Eno Strengthen Akpabio, Udom Friendship In One ActPublished 1 hour ago on March 3, 2025By admin
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How Governor Umo Eno Strengthen Akpabio, Udom Friendship In One Act
How Governor Umo Eno strengthen Akpabio, Udom friendship in one Act. “The Akwa Ibom project is higher than any political party. I have friends across different political parties. I am here as a peacemaker, a governor of all Akwa Ibom people.
I have the Ministry of Reconciliation, and I will reconcile Akwa Ibom across party lines. I am the one that God has given the ministry of reconciliation”
~Pastor Umo Eno
March 16, 2023
These stirring words were delivered by Governor Umo Eno, on Thursday, March 16, 2023 when he engaged the Labour Union on the last day of his gubernatorial campaign.
On that day, the governor appeared quite fired up. His speech was rousing, unexpected and entertaining. Entertaining, because frankly, a regular politician is known to craft sonatas of sweet nothings to appease the electorates.
Therefore, for the governor to have claimed in his speech that he will make friends and reconcile with his political adversaries wasn’t exactly amusing or reassuring, after all, politicians never forgive their enemies, and politics, at its core, is a game of vendetta and venom.
Not with Governor Umo Eno, though. To everyone, Governor Umo Eno is perhaps a renegade of conventional politics.
He has proven this time and again, consistently demonstrating admirable propensity for conciliatory leadership, inclusive governance, and alignment of rebellious interests to win over foes and foster sustainable peace among the people.
On Friday, February 28, 2025, the governor’s talent in promoting peace and bipartisan participation in politics of the State found yet another expression, when he led a coterie of distinguished persons from Akwa Ibom State, on a visit to the president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Abuja. Top on that list was the Senate president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
As anticipated, a cascade of positive bipartisan reactions greeted the august outing and swept through the media landscape.
Bassey Ukpong, a WhatsApp commenter extolled the governor’s style of leadership calling it, “deep and profound “
Similarly, Uduakabong Odung, a handsome young man, judging by his WhatsApp profile picture, was effusive in his praise for Governor Umo Eno, exclaiming “what a beautiful time to be alive”,
Indeed, what a beautiful time to be alive! Alive to witness Obong Bassey Albert, the seemingly irrepressible political foes of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, locked in a warm embrace with Governor Eno. What a time to be alive!
Said Ahmed Bola Tinubu, GCFR, president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the Akwa Ibom contingent during that historic visit “You have a very good governor and he has the fear of God and love for his people”.
The President was not alone in his praise of Governor Umo Eno. The Senate president, Senator Akpabio, was equally effusive in his admiration.
“This is the first time,” exclaimed the senator “That the blue and white have come together. I come from home, I can see my people. Akwa Ibom has demonstrated the brotherhood we stand for, and it is the governor that has made this possible.”
It wasn’t the first time the senator had spoken well about the leadership style of governor Umo Eno, but he might have been overwhelmed with emotions this time.
To cap it off, during dinner on the same day, Anietie Ekong, the media manager to the Distinguished Senator, reported that he (the Senator) had reconciled with his successor in office, Mr Udom Emmanuel and that both of them shook hands at the earlier meeting at the Villa, the first time in nine years!
“Henceforth that handshake shall continue in Jesus name. This is the Akwa Ibom I want to see,” said Akpabio. He then urged his fellow stakeholders to make peace with their fellow compatriots.
Imoh Etimudo, media aide to Governor Umo Eno, offered his thoughts on the outcome of the historic outing in Abuja.
Umo Eno, Akpabio, Udom
Umo Eno, Akpabio, Udom
“There could not have been a better expression to capture the scenario in Abuja where one leader was able to bring together in one chamber, men and women, who, ordinarily, would have been concluded are strange bedfellows, politically and otherwise. But the difference is in the leadership. Said Imoh
Indeed, Akwa Ibom is now a model of peace in Nigeria. The dragnet of the governor’s Reconciliation Ministry have circled round, embracing all, charming hearts and merging disparate voices, across political chasms.
The scripture verse of proverbs 29:2 is instructive. “When the righteous is on the throne, the people rejoice”, No further proofs is required.
The rejoicing is self-evident and it speaks volume about the gains of the people-centric leadership of Governor Umo Eno in under two years in office.
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Continue ReadingEconomyLagos Community Leaders Protest Demolition By Armed Land Grabbers, Seek Sanwo-Olu’s InterventionPublished 1 hour ago on March 3, 2025By adminSanwo-Olu
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Lagos Community Leaders Protest Demolition By Armed Land Grabbers, Seek Sanwo-Olu’s Intervention
Lagos Community leaders protest demolition by armed land grabbers, seek Sanwo-Olu’s intervention. The leaders decried the rate at which land grabbers allegedly invaded the community with thugs.
Community leaders in Oko-Addo, in the Ajah area of Lagos State, have urged Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu to intervene in the demolition of their buildings allegedly by land grabbers.
The leaders decried the rate at which land grabbers allegedly invaded the community with thugs and deadly weapons, forcing residents to leave.
Najeem Agunbiade, the Baale of Oko-Addo, told journalists on Sunday that the land grabbers, allegedly led by an army officer, invaded the community with security personnel and state officials.
“We have been on this matter for years, and the case is in court. The court told us to maintain the status quo,” Mr Agunbiade said.
“But recently, we saw security personnel and officials demolishing houses in the community, claiming they have state government approval for the land.
“They invaded the community, chasing people out and demolishing houses with military threats,” the community leader added.
Malik Eshinlokun, property secretary of the community development association, described the demolition as a slap in the face, leaving many residents homeless.
“We have struggled for this land for over 20 years. The army officer claims he purchased it from the state government.
“But the land rightfully belongs to the indigenes, passed down through our forefathers from the first King of Lagos, King Addo.
“Recently, we saw security personnel and civilians destroying and demolishing houses, despite the ongoing court case,” he said.
Mr Eshinlokun urged the state government to intervene, conduct a thorough investigation, and bring the culprits to justice.
