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Events / Re: Udiroko Festival 2024: Celebration Of Ado Ekiti's New Year Day (Pictures, Video) by sojiboy(m): 2:20pm On Aug 22 |
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Music/Radio / Yemisi Solanke's Soothing Sounds: A Harmonious Journey Through Life by sojiboy(m): 2:21pm On Jul 03 |
Yemisi Solanke's Soothing Sounds: A Harmonious Journey Through Life's Ups and Downs "I've Found Love" by Yemisi Solanke (LoveBird): Yemisi Solanke, a trained nutritionist and mental health nurse, has released a new song titled 'I've Found Love' that serves as a motivation to manage life's stresses and hardships, whether it's the challenges of single parenthood or emotional distress. This uplifting track reminds us to be grateful despite any failures. As a public health advocate passionate about wellbeing, Yemisi uses her platform to educate and empower people, and this latest musical offering showcases her diverse talents, which include singing and traveling. Check out the song here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GzLZI4nATwc?si=NONS6RX13oRMZmmp Sponsored Post 8 Likes 3 Shares
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Politics / EKSG Strenghtens Fire Fighting Services With Eight Vehicles by sojiboy(m): 8:48am On Jan 14 |
EKSG STRENGHTENS FIRE FIGHTING SERVICES WITH EIGHT VEHICLES, PLEDGES IMPROVED RESPONSE 3 Likes 2 Shares
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Sports / EKSG Recalls GM Sports Council From National Youth Games Over Athletes’ Kit by sojiboy(m): 4:28pm On Sep 24, 2023 |
EKSG RECALLS GM SPORTS COUNCIL FROM NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES OVER ATHLETES’ POOR KITTING Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji has recalled the General Manager of the State Sports Council, Mr. Adekunle Adeyemi from the ongoing 7th National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State to account for the poor kitting of the state’s athletes at the opening session of the competition. https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid031ZmWziwqexd9mhoTofMenaqSfFSgttfRSWtcJTyofBBm7N7fFirVRjDC1zUQK1Azl&id=100000223680706&mibextid=Nif5oz 2 Likes 1 Share
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Politics / Re: EKSG Begins Crackdown On Unauthorized Building Structures by sojiboy(m): 7:07am On Sep 21, 2023 |
You all are talking about destruction, there is no place in the whole of.the news that says destruction of building, instead get the plan of building that's not properly done, let there be reconstructed or reinforcement and or corrections on such buildings but those buildings that re done on waterways must go, for.the food of the owner and other people around and most especially the govt. |
Politics / EKSG Begins Crackdown On Unauthorized Building Structures by sojiboy(m): 12:31am On Sep 21, 2023 |
EKSG begins a crackdown on unauthorized building structures. Seals two gas plants, eatery in Ado Ekiti. … Sets to commence ‘operation show your building plan’ Ekiti State Government has cautioned residents of the State against erecting buildings and other structures indiscriminately and without necessary government approval . https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid02yLgPLzej86uCh9L2F9taZuewXmvkrtRy9xrt58MSmwNZ4ydE7Bg4HNfaZuG7T5url&id=100000223680706&mibextid=Nif5oz
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Politics / Oyebanji Urges Police To Unravel Mysteries Surrounding Mohbad’s Death by sojiboy(m): 11:44am On Sep 19, 2023 |
Oyebanji urges police to unravel mysteries surrounding Mohbad’s death Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has urged police authorities to unravel the mysteries surrounding the death of fast rising music star, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba ( aka Mohbad ) https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid0V9odMotXBa98RrBFKYKrBkJwE9MKG3QAYeMtYjk5AKZF14RA55VC2m79kRGx1zLXl&id=100069437032705&mibextid=Nif5oz 8 Likes 3 Shares
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Education / Fayemi Celebrates Command Secondary School, A Project He Started 4 Years Ago by sojiboy(m): 3:31pm On Sep 18, 2023 |
The Command Secondary School in Ekiti opened yesterday, admitting its first intake of 185 students into JSS1. This marks the culmination of a four-year journey to join the ranks of states with Army Command Secondary Schools. I extend my gratitude to the successive Chiefs of Army Staff, from Lt. General Buratai to Attahiru and Yahaya, as well as the two CDSs - Generals Yomi Olonisakin and LEO Irabor, and their officers who collaborated with me and the Ekiti team to achieve this goal. I must also express my thanks to my successor, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, and his team for continuing the work we started to make the school a reality. https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid02h1cFMkfrnLCVJLoXSujdzM9ukBpvsFCmwaCuvdLvrSZSDFhiTsn4oTc4Lh9jjw74l&id=100044484367403&mibextid=Nif5oz 9 Likes 1 Share
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Politics / Ok by sojiboy(m): 3:45pm On May 13, 2023 |
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Politics / 2023 Census: National Institute For Labour Studies, NPC Hold Sensitization Works by sojiboy(m): 6:27am On May 13, 2023 |
The Michael Imoudu National Institute for Labour Studies (MINILS), under the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment in collaboration with National Population Commission, held a sensitization workshop on the imperatives of census for organized labour at MINILS Auditorium, Ilorin, Kwara State. The Commission is partnering with the MINILS to reach out to all Nigerian workers to get involved in the forthcoming 2023 Population and Housing Census. The Director-General/CEO of MINILS, Issa Aremu while making his remarks, assured the Commission the support of the Institute to sensitize and mobilize the workers to participate and submit themselves to be counted in the upcoming Census exercise. Meanwhile,as part of the engagement with the critical stakeholders to create awareness, galvanise support, and mobilize the populace to get ready for the forthcoming 2023 Population and Housing Census, the Chairman of the Commission, Hon. Nasir Isa kwarra and his team visited the Emir of Ilorin, His Royal Highness, Prof. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, CFR at his Palace in Ilorin, Kwara State on 4th May 2023. https://emporiumreporters.com.ng/2023-census-national-institute-for-labour-studies-npc-hold-sensitization-workshop-for-organized-labour/ 1 Like 1 Share
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Politics / May Day: Join Us In Clamour For Increased Allocation, Oyebanji Urges Labour by sojiboy(m): 6:04am On May 02, 2023 |
...says Ekiti has expended N30.6 billion on salaries and pensions in seven months Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has urged labour unions to join his administration in its quest for higher and more equitable allocation to the state from the Federation Account to enhance the welfare of workers and the entire people of the state.https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid02VNinP7FFYXustsibjbFiwh4tRaqVyRSgq2tzYUBV9pYDGbvmbTtt66ShMTeLSK5yl&id=100069437032705&mibextid=Nif5oz
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Sports / Abuja International Marathon: Runners Throng Abuja International Expo For Kits by sojiboy(m): 12:52pm On Apr 24, 2023 |
Marathon enthusiasts from within and outside the Federal Capital Territory daily throng The Pavilion, the venue of the ongoing Abuja International Marathon Expo to collect their running kits in readiness for the first international marathon in Abuja and the Federal Capital Territory. https://leadership.ng/runners-throng-abuja-intl-marathon-expo-to-collect-kits/ 2 Likes
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Education / Eksg Pays One Outstanding Subvention To Tertiary Institutions by sojiboy(m): 5:10pm On Apr 20, 2023 |
ADO-EKITI I Thursday I April 20, 2023* - EKSG PAYS ONE OUTSTANDING SUBVENTION TO TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has effected payment of one outstanding subvention to some tertiary institutions in the State. The institutions are: Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti; Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere Ekiti; Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital; and College of Health Technology, Ijero- Ekiti. The payment of the outstanding subvention came barely a week after the Governor inaugurated the Governing Councils of tertiary institutions, in a bid to further reposition them for excellence in scholarship and human capital development. The Oyebanji administration is committed to the advancement of education and human capital development and would leave no stone unturned in supporting tertiary institutions in the state to become world class institutions. Government will continue to explore avenues to offset other outstanding obligations to workers and institutions in the state. *Yinka Oyebode* Special Adviser ( Media) to the Governor. 11- 04- 2023 https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid02Rhs4LM2tir16jS1qxQTioaFBevJwmZ3wMGnZZVSkG5trmoHNhB5teeGCBMpuxuvDl&id=100069437032705&mibextid=Nif5oz
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Politics / Eksg Applauds Fg Over Free Trade Zone Status For Ekiti Knowledge Zone by sojiboy(m): 5:10pm On Apr 11, 2023 |
*PRESS RELEASE* EKSG APPLAUDS FG OVER FREE TRADE ZONE STATUS FOR EKITI KNOWLEDGE ZONE *ADO-EKITI I Tuesday, April 11, 2023* - The Government of Ekiti State welcomes with excitement and a deep sense of appreciation, news of the Free Trade Zone status granted the Ekiti Knowledge Zone (EKZ) by the Federal Government. The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investments, Otunba Niyi Adebayo, had in a statement on Tuesday confirmed the Federal Government’s approval for the Free Trade Status. The approval is a necessary condition for inflow of investments into the EKZ, which will be the first service based special economic zone, and a major driver of economic growth in the state. The Government of Ekiti State is grateful to President Mohammadu Buhari for graciously approving the Free Trade Zone status. It also extends appreciation to the Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade and Investments, Otunba Niyi Adebayo and the Managing Director of the National Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA), Prof Adesoji Adesugba and his team for their support. It is recalled that Governor Biodun Oyebanji stepped up strategic engagement with relevant agencies of the Federal Government on infrastructure upgrade and economic development of the state shortly after his inauguration last year. The approval for the free trade zone status is one of the products of the interface, and evidence of the Government’s commitment to its development plan as well at the continuity agenda. While the state Government is appreciative of the Federal Government’s gesture, it congratulates the people of the state for the landmark achievement. It urges investors and young professionals to take advantage of the EKS. With the approval, a major condition for raising the necessary capital to achieve the zone’s objectives has now been met, and we expect to attract the required capital later in the year. The Government of Ekiti State is committed to the infrastructure and economic development of the state and will continue to collaborate with relevant Government institutions, private entities and development partners to advance the socio- economic and infrastructure development of the State and ensuring shared prosperity for all. *Yinka Oyebode* Special Adviser ( Media) to the Governor. 11- 04- 2023 https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid02pWB67RgsLqizjLj5dx6C2LduMgv48cw7NemsJYbzGytYUDS1Lse3HLhbLcS1yV6Vl&id=100069437032705&mibextid=Nif5oz
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Politics / 2023 Census Will Not Canvass Question On Religious Affiliation by sojiboy(m): 7:35pm On Mar 29, 2023 |
2023 CENSUS WILL NOT CANVASS QUESTION ON RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION The attention of the National Population Commission has been drawn to an audio tape going viral on the WhatsApp social media platform across the country which stated that the religious affiliations of respondents will be canvassed in the 2023 Population and Housing Census. 9 Likes 1 Share
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Politics / Never Allow Cohorts Swindle You Rights To Electing Good Leader For Nigeria by sojiboy(m): 8:25am On Feb 21, 2023 |
Never Allow Cohorts Swindle You rights to Electing Good leader for Nigeria—-BAT Support Group Colorado In an effort to ensure victory for the Presidential Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the Saturday Presidential election, A support group, Colorado has taken its campaign to the nooks and crannies of EKiti State, particularly for youth to see the election as their own agenda. The Group coordinator, Mr Sunday Fadeyi Who led different delegations for the assignment said that the antecedents of Ahmed Tinubu at various capacities particularly being 8 years Governor of Lagos State raised his bar far above every other contenders for the presidential seat, hence the need to rally support for the best hand to rescue the nation at this critical time. Fadeyi called on the members of the geuop as well as well wishers of the country to take the gospel of the APC presidential candidate to everywhere, even more so to the oppositions, in order to convince them that the effort to changing the current hardship and negative narratives of the country is beyond playing partisan politics, but requiring sincere commitment, duty and responsibility of all. The Special Assistant to the governor special duties Mr Olufemi Aduloju and others chieftains who spoke at the event held in Ado Ekiti, the state capital said that the new naira note and fuel scarcity currently being witnessed in the country was a political gimmick to de-market Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. They called on the people to disregard the attempt to swindle them the right to choosing good leader for the nation saying things would return to nolmalcy when Asiwaju Bola Tinubu is declared winner of the election. https://beyondnewsng.com/never-allow-cohorts-swindle-you-rights-to-electing-good-leader-for-nigeria-bat-support-group-colorado/
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Politics / *gender Activist, Precious Olofinyokun Bags GBV Award, Dedicates Honour To Erelu by sojiboy(m): 7:33am On Feb 07, 2023 |
*Gender activist, Precious Olofinyokun bags GBV award, dedicates honour to Erelu Bisi Fayemi* A gender activist, Miss Precious Olofinyokun, on Sunday bagged a merit award from the Nigerian Women Achievers Award for her enormous contributions to the fight against domestic violence and sexual abuse in the country. The award ceremony which took place at Oriental Hotel, Lagos, was put together to celebrate and project women doing great exploits in their chosen fields and career. Olofinyokun, who is the Founder and Executive Director of Society Development Foundation for Women and Children (SODEF) has, in the last few years, been in the forefront of fight against gender-based violence, women inclusion in leadership, children and girls empowerment among other interventions. Speaking at the ceremony, the Convener of the award, Mrs Joy Osusu, said Olofinyokun was considered for the honour in recognition of her immeasurable contributions to women development in the country, especially in the area of fight against sexual abuse. Osusu who congratulated the awardee for her extensive work in gender advocacy, encouraged her to be more dedicated and committed to the advancement of women and girls in the country. In her remarks after receiving the award, Olofinyokun hailed the organisers for recognising her works in the last few years. She dedicated the award to immediate past First Lady of Ekiti State, Erelu Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi, her sister, Olabimpe and all survivors of Gender Based Violence. She specifically commended Erelu Fayemi for discovering her and supporting her passion for a career in gender advocacy for overall development of the society. Olofinyokun who has received many awards and nominations, said the latest award would spur her to do more for humanity, especially in championing the cause of women and the vulnerable people with constant advocacy, enlightenment and interventions towards ending domestic violence and sexual abuse. She said: " This award means so much to me because it’s a call to do more for humanity. I dedicate the award to Her Excellency Erelu Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi, for her motherly support and for believing in me, identifying my passion and turning it into career. " Also to my big sister, Mrs Olabimpe Oladele for her support and words of Encouragement, and to Every Girl child out there, your dream is valid, follow it, work towards it and believe in it."
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Politics / Ekiti: Oyebanji Signs ₦113.6 Billion 2023 Budget Into Law by sojiboy(m): 4:02pm On Dec 30, 2022 |
*Oyebanji signs N113.6bn 2023 Budget into law* Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has signed the 2023 Appropriation Act of one hundred and thirteen billion, Six hundred million Naira (N113,600,000,000.00) as passed by the State House of Assembly, commending the Legislators for the robust and harmonious relationship between it and the executive arm of government.https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid06T8T6dX2o6Bg2T1iaCZ4w4NnVZDWqeYXa751sVpFbuWNFWaUxQHpC5ML9CYsBZAgl&id=100069437032705&mibextid=Nif5oz
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Sports / 60 Athletes Jostle For $80,000 Prize Money In First Abuja International Marathon by sojiboy(m): 12:21pm On Oct 20, 2022 |
The stage is now set for the first edition of the Abuja International Marathon (AIM).https://thenationonlineng.net/abuja-international-marathon-debuts-dec-17/ 1 Like 2 Shares
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Politics / New Leadership Emerges In NYCN Ekiti State Chapter by sojiboy(m): 8:22pm On Sep 14, 2022 |
Bankole of Catholic Youth Organizations Of Nigeria Emerges as NYCN Ekiti Chairman. Comr. James Oluwasegun Bankole has emerged as the National Youth Council of Nigeria Ekiti Chapter (NYCN) Chairman. Bankole, who contested under the umbrella of Catholic Youth Organizations Of Nigeria defeated Mr. Oluwasegun Famuyibo in a rigorous contest. The Election which took place at the Fajuyi pavilion started at around 1:25pm, ended around 6:02pm. The election that was duly supervised by the Nigeria Security Civil Defence Corps, Department of State Security and Nigeria Police Force, Independent observers and Journalists was adjudged free, fair and credible. Comr. Bankole polled 109 votes at the election to defeat his closest rival Famuyibo who polled 14 votes. During the A4 Election delegates were according to the electoral guideline issued by the electoral committee Chairman of the organisation, Comr. Ibrahim Bello and the Secretary, Comr. Funso Balogun, lined up behind their prefered candidate's agent. The electoral committee represented by the Secretary, Comr. Balogun presented the Certificate of return to Comr. Bankole after declaring as winner, claiming that he has the majority votes and had satisfied all the electoral requirements in tandem with the organisaion's constitution. He said, "the winner Comr. James Oluwasegun Bankole has met all requirements and is hereby declared winner and returned as the Chairman of this noble organisation. Bankole who appreciated delegates for the confidence reposed in him through their votes assured that he will delivered on his manifestos, he assured that past mistakes would be corrected and there will be a robust representation of all youth sectors in the state . Organizations represented at the election ground are the Man o' War, Royal Shepherd, Girls Brigade, Boys Scout, Boys ' Brigade, NASFAT, Ansarudeen, People with Disability,16 LG representatives et Al. Other elected NYCN Executives who emerged alongside with Comr. Bankole at the Yesterday's Election are: VICE-CHAIRMAN CENTRAL- Comr. Musa Opeyemi VICE- CHAIRMAN SOUTH – Comr. Ademefun Adetutu VICE – CHAIRMAN – Comr. Dare Akinleye GENERAL SECRETARY – Comr. Olawale Silas Olamuyide TREASURER – Comr. Akinwunmi Ifeoluwa FINANCIAL SECRETARY – Comr. Oyeyemi Alex PRO I – Comr. Banjo Adeniyi PRO II – Comr. Eniola Kehinde ASST. GENERAL SECRETARY – Comr. Sunday Balogun PROGRAMME OFFICER I – VACANT PROGRAMME OFFICER II – VACANT ORGANIZING SECRETARY HEADQUARTER – VACANT ORGANIZING SECRETARY CENTRAL – Comr. Tayo Adedamola ORGANIZING SECRETARY SOUTH – Comr. Gideon Awopetu ORGANIZING SECRETARY NORTH – Comr. Busayo Fasanmi SOCIAL DIRECTOR – Comr. Babasanmi Faluyi AUDITOR – VACANT LEGAL OFFICER – VACANT https://gistsmate.com.ng/new-leadership-emerges-in-nycn-ekiti-state-chapter/
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Politics / Tinubu Congratulates Fayemi Over Election As FORAF President by sojiboy(m): 7:07am On Sep 13, 2022 |
Tinubu congratulates Fayemi over election as FORAF President All Progressives Congress Presidential Candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has congratulated Ekiti State Governor, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, on his election as the President of Forum of Regions of Africa (FORAF), saying the honour goes beyond him as an individual and is for the entire country. https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid021455Hw5PbYejtpXwKj3yBmnNAAhMVBFMcXXAprmSaNg5Lmvb5jX8FaVxuxdQpTEil&id=100069437032705 22 Likes 5 Shares
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Politics / Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service Chair, Salutes Fayemi's Dexterity. by sojiboy(m): 10:22am On Sep 12, 2022 |
https://gistsmate.com.ng/ekiti-state-internal-revenue-service-chair-salutes-fayemis-dexterity/ Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service Chair, Salutes Fayemi's Dexterity. The Executive Chairman of Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service, Hon. Eleazar Olumuyiwa Ogunmilade felicitates with Ekiti State Governor, His Excellency, Dr Kayode Fayemi over his emergence as the president of the Forum of Regions of Africa (FORAF). Governor Fayemi was elected on Friday in an election held in the city of Saidia in Morocco. According to reports, the Forum brought together for the first time Presidents of regions, countries, and federal states of more than 20 African countries that have a second level of decentralised territorial governments, including Nigeria, South Africa, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Niger, etc. This first edition of the FORAF which was held in Morocco from September 8 to 10 under the auspices of His Majesty, King Mohammed VI has brought dignity, honour, and recognition to Ekiti people, home and abroad. In such an edition, A Reputable Ekiti Man, A worthy Nigerian from West Africa emerges, this is worth a huge accolade. Hon. Ogunmilade in his congratulatory message said he was not surprised that Governor Fayemi was elected, A man who has broken and made records as two term Ekiti State Governor, A man who has Chaired the most decorous and peaceful Nigerian Governors’ Forum for two consecutive terms, you can see he is deserving. A man who’s under his leadership, Ekiti state IGR increased in multiples, and as well as the Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service gained Autonomy which has started boosting the IGR of the state. He has taken Ekiti state beyond the shores of Africa when it comes to leadership and policy making, this is really worth celebrating. Mr Ogunmilade expresses confidence in the ability of Dr. Fayemi as the president of FORAF and wishes him success in this new endeavour. He congratulates the people of Ekiti state on the notable feat, and calls for more prayers and supports for this great son of Ekiti State who has continually brought dignity to our dear state.
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Politics / Ekiti APC Owes You A Debt Of Gratitude - Oyebanji Tells Erelu Fayemi by sojiboy(m): 10:12am On Aug 30, 2022 |
...As Governor-Elect Meets Ekiti APC Women Campaign Council members Ekiti State Governor- elect, Mr Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, has said the All Progressives Congress (APC), in the state, owes the First Lady, Erelu Bisi Fayemi, a debt of gratitude for her invaluable contributions to the electioneering activities that led to the party's landslide victory in the June 18 governorship election. https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid0xiyDVmKGFe672CMD5hWZw9czQH1TdtLnWfHRT71TRXkD4s1bjt3tbtRLNh18j2zdl&id=100000223680706 1 Like 1 Share
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Politics / HRM Oba Dr Sunday Aikuirawo Aniyi : Its A New Day In Erinmope-ekiti By Olayinka by sojiboy(m): 7:36am On Aug 27, 2022 |
HRM Oba Dr Sunday Aikuirawo Aniyi : its a new day in Erinmope-Ekiti By Olayinka Oyebode When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice. (Proverbs 29 v 2) Eniyan lo n muni moniyan, that Yoruba song commonly sung during engagement ceremonies is apt in my relationship with HRM Oba Dr Sunday Aikuirawo Aniyi, who I met in person for the very first time during the build up to the June 22, 2018 Governorship election in Ekiti State. My principal, His Excellency, Dr John Kayode Fayemi, then, the Honourable Minister of Mines and Steel Development, had given me names of two individuals he wanted me to liaise with, and explore the possibility of working with ahead of the governorship contest. I met the two gentlemen- Dr Sunday Aniyi and Mr Gboyega Ajayi at different locations in Ado-Ekiti and struck a working relationship with them. Prior to that meeting however, I have had a prior contact with Dr Aniyi sometimes in 2017 after he bagged his doctorate degree from the University of Ibadan. Dr Fayemi, renowned for his ability to discover and nurture talents, had sent me to deliver his congratulatory message to him, which I conveyed via the telephone. While attempting to describe Dr Aniyi to me, Dr Fayemi had alluded to his (Dr Aniyis) writings, especially his social media posts, which he said were usually issue-based and done in very dignified language. When we eventually met at the agreed location in Ado- Ekiti, weeks before the Governorship primaries sometimes around April 2018, one thing that immediately struck me about Kabiyesi was his simplicity, forthrightness and the richness of his thoughts. Aside agreeing to work with the media team, he equally advised that I reach out to a few younger chaps, who then were apparently opposed to Dr Fayemis aspiration and were waging war against him on the social media. He gave his reason: Some of these chaps do not really hate your oga, they just want to be recognised and I am sure you can win them to your side, if you do as much as talk to them, he had advised. Considering the sincerity of his counsel, even though, reaching out to those guys was not part of my brief, I decided to give it a shot and as predicted by Dr Aniyi, I got favourable response from them. A Few weeks after that first encounter, Kabiyesi, Gboyega and I together with a few others were holed up in my make shift media centre for a whole day, in what turned out my first working relationship with him. Like a gold fish, his calmness, proficiency, meticulousness and professionalism can hardly be hidden, same for the pristine values he wears like a badge of honour. It is quite evident, he draws, howbeit, unassumingly from the well of wisdom each time he shares his views on any topic. Kabiyesi is ever so philosophical, analytical and forthright in his discussions. He possess a rare ability to present his case with a touch of brilliance, logic, candour and wit. These attributes were served in large dosage when he was appointed Senior Special Assistant (Special Projects) and later Principal Private Secretary (PPS) to the Governor by Dr Kayode Fayemi shortly after assuming office in his second term. As PPS, Dr Aniyi also had a role carved for him as a member of the Governors media and communication team. It was through working together with other colleagues in the media and communication team that I had a full understanding and appreciation of Kabiyesi Aniyis work ethics as well as the driving force behind his amiable personality. Within a short space of time, he distinguished himself as a thoroughbred professional, a diligent worker, highly cerebral and creative mind, a team player and strategic thinker. His contributions to the weekly strategic sessions were top notch, just as his public conduct were pristine. Like one of his favourite novelists, Chinua Achebe, wrote: proverbs are the palm oil with which words are eaten, Dr Aniyis language is rich in figurative expressions, allegories and historical allusions. He eats words intelligently, cautiously and persuasively, yet, he does not suffer fool gladly. Kabiyesis positive disposition to life and the seriousness he attaches to his role as PPS made it easy for me to relate with him as a friend, brother and colleague. Aside his outstanding contributions to the activities of the Media and Communications team as a writer, editor, content creator and innovator, Dr Aniyi was also drafted by the Governor to develop a system of institutionalising Ekiti Values which was a principal focus of the JKF2 administration. Oba Aniyi therefore had the privilege of coordinating the development of Ekiti Values Education into a subject of study. He and his team produced the curriculum and midwifed the production of textbooks as well as the commencement of the subject in Ekiti schools. While Dr Aniyis many virtues are strikingly visible, I must confess that his royal background was quite unknown to me and many of our colleagues. His name does not even suggest it, at best it indicates his Christian background. So, I was pleasantly surprised when the issue of obaship came up, apparently in oblivion of the age-long saying a njorin a o mori olowo”. I must have assumed that Dr Aniyis impeccable character and the excellent touch he brings to every assignment were a reflection of his well- groomed childhood which has resulted in excellent adulthood. Now, with the benefit of hindsight, it won’t be out of place to say that Dr Aniyis demonstrated excellent spirit and native intelligence were gifted him by Olodumare to make his royalty remarkable. So, what the media and communications team of Governor Kayode Fayemi and indeed the field of communications as well as the academia lost, has become the gains of the good people of Erinmope Ekiti, who in their collective wisdom opted to put the crown on the fitting head of HRM Oba (Dr) Sunday Aikuirawo Aniyi, Amoyinmade Atayese 1, the Obaleo of Erinmope Ekiti. For Kabiyesi Aniyi, his past has adequately prepared him for the present and the future. He started his elementary education at St. Johns Anglican School, Erinmope-Ekiti between 1982-88. He thereafter proceeded to Erinmope High School, Erinmope-Ekiti between 1989-95. He studied English at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko and graduated with a second class upper division in 2004. He bagged his Masters of Art degree in Communication and Language Arts from the University of Ibadan in 2009 and a doctorate in Communication Studies, (specializing in Media & International Communication) from the University of Ibadan in 2017. He has worked meritoriously as a journalist, teacher, consultant, lecturer and a public servant before ascending the throne of his fore bearers. As the entire sons and daughters of Erinmope-Ekiti converge on the ancient town to celebrate the coronation activities of this God-fearing and imaginative leader, the philosopher king today, I can only pray and wish my brother, friend, colleague and, now, my king a most peaceful and prosperous reign. May the people have good reasons to rejoice exceedingly during your reign, kabiyesi. E je ju ara iwaju lo! Oyebode is Chief Press secretary to the Governor of Ekiti State https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid09ZN5tCQEAVcCEEZKhiRrp2APvr5xD6vJqKDpF1bZ33ouGnHytACv9m7uZZzjE6Czl&id=100000223680706
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Politics / Fayemi: Ekiti Will Witness Beauty Of Continuity In Oyebanji’s Administration by sojiboy(m): 1:27pm On Aug 22, 2022 |
*Ekiti Will Witness Beauty Of Continuity In Oyebanji’s Administration, says Fayemi * Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has said the people of the state would witness the beauty of continuity in government in the incoming administration of Mr Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji which would be inaugurated on October 16. https://tribuneonlineng.com/ekiti-will-see-beauty-of-continuity-in-oyebanjis-administration-%E2%80%95-fayemi/ 1 Like
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Politics / Ekiti Monarch To Honour Bisi Fayemi With Chieftaincy by sojiboy(m): 6:54am On Aug 22, 2022 |
A frontline traditional ruler in Ekiti State, the Oore of Otun in the Moba Local Government Area, Oba Adekunle Adeagbo, has said Mrs. Bisi Fayemi, the wife of Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, is to be honoured with a traditional title in his domain in appreciation of her sterling leadership qualities and roles in human development. https://punchng.com/ekiti-monarch-to-honour-fayemis-wife-with-chieftaincy/ 1 Like
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Politics / Fayemi Flags Off 132 Kva Power Projects In Two Communities by sojiboy(m): 12:17pm On Aug 11, 2022 |
EXCITEMENT AS FAYEMI'S FLAGS OFF 132 KVA POWER PROJECTS IN TWO COMMUNITIES .MINISTER HAILS EKITI GOVT'S COMMITMENT TO POWER SUPPLY https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid034Wzq2wtMDwd1yve69bQoUk6sseWJciJcLeUXcfZQzs81F7CV3sBHuZQdKBLB2mHsl&id=100069437032705 4 Likes
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Politics / Oyebanji Hails Fed High Court Ruling On His Candidacy by sojiboy(m): 2:26pm On Aug 04, 2022 |
*OYEBANJI HAILS FED HIGH COURT RULING ON HIS CANDIDACY* … urges supporters to be magnanimous in victory .. Extends olive branch to Petitioner, Kayode Ojo
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid021ibjMgjjcTaRcU54mvDnbuqhffZzhTvhFpjkY2cdsgmE1Yk15j4CJdRi67mmCg5Gl&id=100000223680706 2 Likes
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Career / Stop Your Rascality And Bow To Authority, NBA Is Subject To Body Of Benchers Cha by sojiboy(m): 8:57am On Aug 02, 2022 |
Stop Your Rascality and Bow to Authority, NBA is Subject to Body of Benchers Chairman”- Activist, Olasupo Ojo Blast NBA Leaders Popular Lawyer and Activist, Olasupo Ojo Esq has warned Leaders of the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, to stop their rascality and bow to the authority of the Body of Benchers Chairman, Chief Wole Olanipekun SAN. https://barristerng.com/stop-your-rascality-and-bow-to-authority-nba-is-subject-to-body-of-benchers-chairman-activist-olasupo-ojo-blast-nba-leaders/  Olasupo Ojo who was reacting to the letter written by NBA to Olanipekun, requesting him to recuse himself from the Chairman Office of Body of Benchers, pending the investigation of a professional misconduct Charge agsinst his firm and Partner Kunbi Ogunde. The Activist warned that Chief Olanipekun cannot be removed through the social media. He further claimed that majority of Lawyers are not opposed Chief Olanipekun remaining as BoB Chairman and advised NBA to Stop playing to the gallery.
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Politics / Fayemi Grants Autonomy To Ekiti Revenue Service by sojiboy(m): 8:34pm On Aug 01, 2022 |
....recruits 200 new staff The Ekiti State Governor, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has granted autonomy to the state internal revenue service in order to be more productive in its revenue generating drives.https://gistsmate.com.ng/flash-fayemi-grants-autonomy-to-ekiti-revenue-service-recruits-200-new-staff/ 6 Likes
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Career / LPDC Probe: Ogunde Quits Jrp Over Stance, Backs Daughter, Olanipekun by sojiboy(m): 1:12pm On Jul 30, 2022 |
LPDC PROBE: OGUNDE QUITS JRP OVER STANCE, BACKS DAUGHTER, OLANIPEKUN The father of Ms. Adekunbi Ogunde, the senior lawyer in the middle of the clamour for the Body of Benchers Chairman, Chief Wole Olanipekun SAN to recuse himself from the seat, has finally broken his silence, throwing his weight behind his embattled daughter and Olanipekun. In a statement obtained by CITY LAWYER, Mr. Wemimo Ogunde SAN dissociated himself from a statement by the influential Justice Reform Project (JRP) calling on Olanipekun to quit, saying that he was not consulted before release of the statement. Responding to an online publication (not CITY LAWYER) where he was said to have endorsed the JRP statement, the senior lawyer stated that “I want to state categorically that I do not wish to be associated with that statement. At no time did I participate in any meeting or discussion where the content of the statement was tabled or my consent sought or obtained.” Ogunde hinted that he has quit the justice sector reform body as “my membership of JRP has now become untenable,” adding that “Many members of the JRP already know my difficult situation in this matter. For that reason I expected that i should have been consulted so that I would have had the opportunity to have dissociated myself from it internally, and the statement could then have been framed in a way to make my stance very clear, rather than putting me in this clearly embarrassing and awkward situation.” He exonerated Olanipekun and other partners in the law firm from the solicitation debacle, saying: “However, one thing that is clear is that the innocence of the other partners has been clearly expressed. Whether they are vicariously liable for the acts of Ms Adekunbi Ogunde is one of the questions already submitted before the LPDC. Until then, the presumption of innocence of everyone involved, a constitutional right, ought to be respected.” Ogunde stated that “My focus as a father at this time, is to assist my daughter prepare her defence,” adding that while the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has filed a complaint against his daughter, “I think as lawyers, the sanctity and independence of that body (Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee) should be respected.” CITY LAWYER had in an exclusive report cited a searing complaint by an apparently embittered senior lawyer and former Minister of Energy and Petroleum ministries, Mr. Odein Ajumogobia SAN where he referenced an email to the oil company from Ms. Adekunbi Ogunde, a Partner in Wole Olanipekun & Co, and demanded an apology from the law firm. The firm apologized for the debacle and disowned the Partner. The NBA has filed a petition at the LPDC where it not only demanded sanctions against Ms. Ogunde, a Partner in Wole Olanipekun & Co, for alleged solicitation of briefs from Saipem SPA, but invited the Committee to “consider whether the Partners of the Firm of Wole Olanipekun & Co. are not liable to be disciplined by this august body seeing that the Respondent has the ostensible authority to act as a Partner and indeed acted for and on behalf of the said Firm.” Olanipekun is the Founding Partner of the law firm. The LPDC is a committee of the Body of Benchers. The association followed this up with a letter personally signed by Akpata which urged Olanipekun “to recuse yourself from chairmanship of the BOB henceforth and to allow for the emplacement of an interim leadership of the BOB, in order to enable the LPDC carry out this particular assignment, amongst others, without coming under an undue suspicion of impartiality.” The full text of the statement is below. THE CALL FOR THE RESIGNATION OF CHIEF WOLE OLANIPEKUN SAN AS CHAIRMAN OF THE BODY OF BENCHERS: MY POSITION AS A MEMBER OF THE JUSTICE REFORM PROJECT Today, 29th July, 2022, my attention was drawn to a publication by BarristerNG, an online law newspaper that 20 Senior Advocates of Nigeria (including me) who are members of the JRP have called for the resignation of ChiefOlanipekun SAN on account of the email written by my daughter. I want to state categorically that I do not wish to be associated with that statement. At no time did I participate in any meeting or discussion where the content of the statement was tabled or my consent sought or obtained. The NBA has filed a complaint against my daughter before the LPDC and I think as lawyers, the sanctity and independence of that body should be respected. It must be noted that no complaint was filed against any other partner and Mr Odein Ajumogobia SAN has neither filed any complaint nor deposed to any statement in support of the NBA’s complaint. My focus as a father at this time, is to assist my daughter prepare her defence. However, one thing that is clear is that the innocence of the other partners has been clearly expressed. Whether they are vicariously liable for the acts of Ms Adekunbi Ogunde is one of the questions already submitted before the LPDC. Until then, the presumption of innocence of everyone involved, a constitutional right, ought to be respected. In the circumstances, my membership of JRP has now become untenable. I believe and support my daughter’s solemn declaration expressed privately and publicly, that the email was written unilaterally, without the knowledge of any other partner in Wole Olanipekun & Co. Those who have a contrary view are also entitled to their opinion, but in the interest of justice, we all have to await the verdict of the LPDC. Many members of the JRP already know my difficult situation in this matter. For that reason I expected that i should have been consulted so that I would have had the opportunity to have dissociated myself from it internally, and the statement could then have been framed in a way to make my stance very clear, rather than putting me in this clearly embarrassing and awkward situation. I am grateful to all those who have contacted me privately, particularly those who also know Adekunbi very well. May the Almighty God bless you and yours always. OLUWEMIMO OGUNDE SAN https://citylawyermag.com/2022/07/30/lpdc-probe-ogunde-quits-jrp-over-stance-backs-daughter-olanipekun/ 1 Like
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Career / Opinion: Since Akpata Now Feels Betrayed by sojiboy(m): 8:56am On Jul 30, 2022 |
By Ishaya Babagana Now the smokescreen is clear and like lawyers would say, the veil has been lifted. Mr. Akpata’s interview of July 27, 2022, was a momentous whirlwind which shattered the fluff to expose the hen’s cloaca. In an interview published by an online blog, titled “EXCLUSIVE: “It is a day of shame for the Legal Profession……We are hypocrites…”, Akpata had expressed his frustration at how those who had reached out to him who were present at the meeting of the Body of Benchers held on July 26, 2022, including those he had personally nominated to the BOB, failed to plug their own end of the tunnel by raising the issue of his controversial letter to Chief Olanipekun at the meeting. The palpable agony in Akpata’s voice is akin to that of Julius Caesar at the moment of his assassination, when he sighted his friend Marcus Junius Brutus as one of the assassins and he exclaimed: Et tu Brute (even you, Brutus). Akpata who defensively explained the reason for not being present at the first BOB’s meeting after his letter to Olanipekun mentioned that nobody raised the issue at the BOB’s meeting which according to him, he had attended remotely. He also mentioned that he refused to raise it because he has done his own duty. For many who hitherto entertained doubts about the mischief belied by the allegations and demands in his letter of July 22, 2022, which spread all over the social media, the interview is a potpourri of revelations. It is also a validation of the opinion of respondents that there is more to the controversy than meets the eyes. One thing to be deciphered from the interview is that there is a wider spectrum of the grand scheme to be executed in phases and by different actors. So, Martins-Aikpokpo was to include in his petition against Ogunde, a prayer, asking for the LPDC’s direction to prosecute the Olanipekuns, then same is to be blown to the media on the morning of July 22, 2022. Once this is in the media with the screaming headlines all imputing allegations of misconduct against Olanipekun, Akpata was to write a letter on the same day to Chief Olanipekun, asking him to recuse himself from the chairmanship of the BOB. Submission of the letter was to be deferred till Monday, a day preceding the BOB meeting, so as to minimize the effect of any reaction or clarification by the victim of the letter, Chief Olanipekun. I know that the dilemmic conundrum showed up when the need to whip public sympathy and acceptance came into the conversation. The only way was to damn the implication and throw the letter open in the social media the same Friday- at least, the weekend would be enough for the social media to feast on the missive and the old man who may not even be on the social media, would not be able to react to what he has not been served with; then the grand finale, being Tuesday, July 27, 2022, those Akpata claimed had reached out to him in the BOB, were to fire the killer shot by moving the motion or in the worst case, pass a vote of no confidence, while Akpata would stay far away from the scene, since he has at least, concluded his own portion of the chores. I give it to Akpata and his team- they are very calculative and strategic, but I suspect that the ship could not berth safely when the people he claimed had reached out to him (assuming the claim is true), saw the mala fide behind the ploy and the fact that it was only Akpata playing a script all along. Invariably, the end goal was to ridicule the old man. At least that should serve as enough lesson for him and also operate to cut him to size. Then, it will present a laurel to Akpata for being bold and daring. Otherwise, how else would you describe the attack on an employer in such a big law firm for the wrongs done by one of the employees. The refrain is the fact that the culprit is a partner in Wole Olanipekun’s office. But even at this, nobody has cited any law in support of this novel practice where the sons eat the sour grapes and the teeth of the fathers are set on edge. Even those who referred to partnership law failed to appreciate the provision of the said law. Since I will never allow my own emotions becloud my sense of logic, I am honestly unable to absolve Olanipekun’s firm for allowing a person with such indiscretion as Ogunde on its board. In fact, I feel this singular occurrence will serve as a lesson to law offices and the Nigerian formal sector as a whole, that it takes more than foreign certifications and technical capacity to mount critical positions in such large establishments. Cognitive ability and emotional quotient are very critical to leadership and Ogunde grossly fell short of this. Nevertheless, I make bold to challenge anyone to point me to a law which prescribes decapitation for this error. Also worthy of observation from Akpata’s interview is his angst for the BOB’s secretary’s failure to list the subject of his letter in the agenda for the meeting of July 26, 2022. For context, and as seen in the acknowledged copy of the letter put in circulation in the social media by Akpata’s team sometime on July 26 (that is the second in the series), the letter was only submitted to the BOB’s secretariat at exactly 9:12 am on Monday, July 25, 2022. He then forwarded a copy of the same letter by email, copying all the Benchers at exactly 1: 59pm, ‘instructing’ the Secretary to include that in the meeting agenda for the following day. This is suggestive of certain unsavory administrative styles by Mr. Akpata. Would agenda for a meeting which has been scheduled since March, 2022, be set a day to the meeting? Does Mr. Akpata fix the agenda for his own NBA NEC which he chairs, a day to the meeting? By my understanding of the BOB arrangement, Akpata is only one Bencher out of the several Benchers. So, can he really issue directives to the Secretary of the BOB to fix an item on the agenda without the consent of the leadership of the Body? If all Benchers could instruct the Secretary on what to fix and not fix on the agenda, would the meeting, just like any other meeting not be rudderless and chaotic? Do agenda not come with notices of meetings? Akpata heads a commercial law firm and I assume that even though like some of us, he claims not to be a court goer, I presume that he is conversant with the CAMA which mandates that the notice of company meetings should contain the general nature of the business to be transacted in sufficient detail. Now, the basis for Akpata’s vituperation remains unknown. The letter with which he entertained us on the social media on Friday, was addressed to Chief Olanipekun. The Body of Benchers as a corporate entity was not copied. Neither were the members copied individually in the manner written. Therefore, it is totally unfair on the part of Mr. Akpata to condemn his friends in the BOB, for failing to act on a letter that was not addressed to them. Meanwhile, he claimed to be remotely present at the meeting and we all know that there are facilities on virtual meeting platforms to react and speak at meetings. So, when Mr. Akpata saw that his friends were not going to strike the cat which he had belled some days earlier, I would have thought that he would muster the same kind of courage employed in writing and disseminating the letter, to at least, see through his project. Recusal, as we know it, implies that a person is sitting in an adjudicatory position and is required to step down from that capacity for another person to sit over a trial. Every definition of “recuse” that I know reference a judge, judex, prosecutor, or juror. Was Akpata actually guided in the use of the word “recusal” or he simply just needed Olanipekun to vacate his seat as the chairman of the BOB? Since this whole thing began, the only thing that proponents of the “recusal” theory have peddled is the parroting of one of the twin pillars of natural justice: “nemo judex incausa sua”, meaning, “no man can be a judge in his own cause.” Like I have mentioned earlier, an application of this principle clearly presupposes two things, i.e., that there is a cause and that the owner of the cause, is a judge. Hence, it is not only legal, but also commonsensical that such owner of the cause who is also a judge, ought not to be allowed to sit as a judge over his own cause. As I write this piece, I am yet to be told of the cause pending against Wole Olanipekun before any committee or court in Nigeria. While Akpata has succeeded in misleading some innocent commentators about a synonymity between the LPDC and the Body of Benchers, neither Akpata nor his few supporters has/have been able to point to a single provision of the Act establishing the BOB, which grants the BOB or even its chairman, such power to interfere in the proceedings or decisions of the LPDC. Like I read in one of the commentaries, Akpata’s theory could be likened to asking all judges to recuse themselves in every case involving the executive arm of government or the President/Governor, simply because the judiciary is an arm of the government or because the judge’s appointment was made by the President/Governor. It is true Akpata has never been pretentious about his disconnection with the litigation angle of legal practice; but then, Akpata remains a lawyer and the President of the Association of all the lawyers in Nigeria, at that. As such, he is expected to demonstrate at least, basic knowledge of some of these rudimentary principles which are by now, rules of the thumb to lay men. Like I later found out, the chairmanship tenure of the BOB lasts for just 1 calendar year, and Olanipekun had assumed office since March, 2022. This means that by March, 2023, his term would have expired and Justice Mary Peter-Odili would assume the seat. Even assuming that Olanipekun is the chairman of the LPDC, or that the BOB does in fact, control proceedings at the LPDC, it is highly unlikely that the petition against Ogunde (not even Olanipekun) will be heard any moment soon. I challenge anyone to dispute the fact that petitions which have been filed between an average of 2-3 years ago are yet to be heard by the LPDC. This implies that even assuming there is a personal case against Olanipekun himself, same is extremely unlikely to come up for hearing in the next one year. Or, since Akpata has insinuated that the LPDC is susceptible to external influences, does he intend to influence them to give this particular one a special attention and an accelerated hearing over other petitions pending before the LPDC, simply because he is convinced that Olanipekun is involved? This vendetta and personalization are just too nauseating. While I may not be in the best position to counsel Olanipekun on what to do and not to do, I am of the strong opinion that if he “steps aside” “recuses himself” or act in any manner suggested by Akpata in his letter, the apex body of the legal profession (the BOB) will be setting a wrong precedent too dangerous to follow. Firstly, this will legitimize interference from the BOB to the LPDC, such that it will no longer be a product of Akpata’s imagery, but a reality in obvious scale; secondly, this will suggest that for every relation, friend, or associate of the chairman of the BOB who is charged before the LPDC, the chairman of the BOB must of necessity “step aside” or “recuse himself”; thirdly, it will also bolden subsequent politicization of the BOB leadership, where any NBA President, being a single member of the BOB, can stampede the leadership of the BOB on the basis of his abstract imagination, personal satisfaction or aggrandizement. I come in peace! http://www.theinfoonlinenews.com.ng/2022/07/opinion-since-akpata-now-feels-betrayed.html?m=1 1 Like
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