ONDO NUJ TO HONOUR GOVERNOR AKEREDOLU, OLOWA OF IGBARAOKE TODAY

The Ondo state Council of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) will today November 26, 2019 honour the State Governor, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu as Ondo NUJ GRAND PATRON.

The Governor will also bag the Award of Excellence as the Best Governor in Infrastructural Development.

The Union will also perform the Investiture Of The Olowa Of Igbara-oke, HRM Oba Adefarakanmi Agbede as Ondo NUJ Royal Patron.

The event will hold at NUJ PRESS CENTRE, ALAGBAKA-AKURE @2:00PM.

The theme of the celebration is: “ROLES OF THE MEDIA IN NIGERIA’S RESTRUCTURING”, and Prof Olu Aboluwoye will deliver a paper on the topic.

Meanwhile, as part of activities lined up for the 2019 Press Week in Ondo State, members of the Pen Profession today visited the State Children Home Oba-Ile to donate materials for the upkeep of the children.

Led by the State Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Mr. Tona Aderoboye, the union presented items like packs of indomie, detergents, toiletries among others.

Explaining the purpose of the visit to the management of the home, Adetona stated that it is an annual social responsibility of the union to celebrate the Press Week with the less privileged ones in the society.

He added that, the union decided to complement the effort of the state government in raising the motherless children in order to make them know that they are not neglected by the society.

According to him, the children are innocent special gifts from God that need not to be abandoned for government alone, noting that if they were well taken care of, they would also make impact in life, hence the reason the union extend a hand of love to them.

Responding on behalf of the Ministry of Women Affairs, a Social Worker at the Children Home, Mrs. Anamebom Hellen, appreciated the gesture and prayed for the growth of NUJ in the state.

The 2019 Press Week celebration continues tomorrow with a lecture and investiture of the state governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, as the grand patron of the union.

Thanks NUJ for always supporting the home, and wish the union progress, prayed for the children of the members.

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/11/26/ondo-nuj-to-honour-governor-akeredolu-olowa-of-igbaraoke-today/

FG Inaugurates The Nigeria Sexual Offender Register-Osinbajo Demands Action

The Federal Government on Monday inaugurated the Nigeria Sexual Offender Register. It will contain the names and pictures of persons convicted of sexual abuses.

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons unveiled the register in Abuja on Monday in conjunction with the European Union and the Nigeria Police Force, among other partners.

The Vice-President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, who was represented at the event by the Solicitor-General of the Federation and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Justice, Mr Dayo Apata, said Nigerians must report cases of sexual harassments and abuses to the police for prompt action.

The VP said, “Although times and contexts may differ, women and girls all the world experience rape and sexual violence abuse but only a small percentage of these get reported because when women come forward, they are still called liars, troublemakers and their names are blacklisted. This is why the exact number of sexual abuse victims is difficult to confirm.

“While we must ensure that abusers are identified and punished, the greater part of the effort should go into ensuring that we prevent the abuse from happening in the first place by proactively identifying the risk factors. With the assistance of strategic partners like the European Union and the British Council, the Presidency in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development has been supporting the establishment of sexual and gender-based violence response team to ensure the effective coordination of responses in Nigeria.

“There are steps that we all must take to avoid all forms of abuse which include challenging degrading references to women, opposing the culture of blaming victims and if you witness a sexual assault, call the police.”

The NAPTIP Director-General, Julie Okah-Donli, said anyone arrested for rape would have their information displayed on the register.

She said, “The name-and-shame policy that is attached to this register will deter many people from this offence. For those that are convicted, their full particulars will be on the register; while those who are arrested or charged would also have a place in a section of the register. I expect that employers of labour will go through the register to ensure the kind of people they employ.

“The register will be made public and open to everyone but there is a restricted place for those who were not convicted but were reported or with cases in court, which can be accessed by paying an administrative fee.”

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/11/26/fg-inaugurates-the-nigeria-sexual-offender-register-osinbajo-demands-action/

ARAKUNRIN AKEREDOLU REITERATES HIS ADMNISTRATION’S DESIRE AND COMMITMENT TO DEVELOP ONDO STATE.

Following the arrival of the Executive Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu back to the state after a Four weeks leave outside his official working leave, the Governor granted an official live broadcast on the 10th of November 2019 where he addressed the entire people of Ondo State.
In the live broadcast, the Executive Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu gave reasons for his absence from the state, stating that he was away in order to have a personal reflection and review of his health on the advise of his medical doctors. He added that the leave had afforded him a renewed strength for the all important task of moving the state forward in the fulfilment of his promises and plans for the progress and develpment of the state.

Arakunrin Akeredolu in the live broadcast explained that while he was away he did not neglect his duties as the first citizen of the state, stating that the last four weeks has proven tremendously fruitful for the entire state as new grounds has been broken for bigger and wider opportunities to develop the state,increasing the fortune of the state.

Furthermore he stated that a very successful bilateral meeting was held with our partner, Medicus International, to expand the healthcare system in the state.According to him,” Our joint objective is to build a $1.1Billion world class medical city in Akure, the Ondo State Capital.” He also said that the proposed medical city will provide excellent healthcare facility for the people of the state and Nigeria in General.
Also Arakunrin Akeredolu added that the state government held fruitful discussion with its technical partners and consultants for the development of Port Ondo. He explained that there are arrangements on ground to see the Joint commission visit the proposed site for the project next week so that work could begin in earnest on the site.

On the minimum wage issue, Arakunrin Akeredolu stated that the state government is assidously working towards the actualisation of the minimum wage in Ondo state. He explained that the welfare of the people of Ondo State is the topmost priority of his administration and it is the intentional effort of his administration to achieve this.
Also Arakunrin Akeredolu stated that the Ondo state government had also met the World bank delegates where they had a bilateral engagement with the world bank team led by its new country director, to accommodate Ondo State in its programmes.
Concluding the broadcast, Arakunrin Akeredolu appreciated the entire sons and daughters of the state, stating that he was wowed by the tremendous reception accorded to him upon his arrival, adding that he appreciated their supports and unwavering show of love and loyalty while he way away.
He also extended his deep sense of appreciation to both the National leader of the All Progressive Party, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the State leader of the APC in Ondo State, Engr. Ade Adetimehin; the Members of the House of Assembly, and the Members of the Opposition.
Arakunrin Akeredolu enjoined the people of Ondo State to continue in their support of his administration,stating that his administration is unrelenting in its commitment to see that the collective goals and objective of both the state government and his administration which is to develop Ondo State.

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/11/23/arakunrin-akeredolu-reiterates-his-admnistrations-desire-and-commitment-to-develop-ondo-state/
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INEC Presents N1.9 Million Cheque To Family Of Deceased Corps Member

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has presented a cheque of N1.9 million to the family of Kemisola Adeniran, a corps member who died in Oyo State during the electoral process.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the cheque was presented to the deceased’s next of kin and sister, Folasade Adeyemi, at INEC office in Ibadan on Tuesday.

NAN recalls that the late Ms Adeniran, who was until her death serving in Ona-Ara Local Government Area of Oyo State, died in February in a road accident while returning home from INEC training.

Mutiu Agboke, the State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), said that the commission had acted in line with its life insurance policy for election officials, including adhoc personnel before and during elections.

“On behalf of the commission and entire INEC staff in Oyo State, I wish to express my profound deep regret for the loss of our illustrious daughter/corps member.

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/11/20/inec-presents-n1-9-million-cheque-to-family-of-deceased-corps-member/

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APC National Leader Tinubu Urges Bello, Lyon to Provide Good Leadership, Progressive Governance

All Progressives Congress National Leader, Sen. Bola Tinubu, on Monday called on Bayelsa and Kogi governors-elect, Yahaya Bello and David Lyon, to provide good leadership and progressive governance in their states.

In a congratulatory message signed by Mr Tunde Rahman, his media aide, Tinubu also extended congratulations to the party’s National Chairman, Kogi and Bayelsa Chairmen and other leaders in the two states on the twin-victory.

The APC leader also commended the people of Kogi and Bayelsa who came out to perform their civic duty and express their sovereign will in a clear and decisive manner.

“They have done their part; the two governors must now do theirs by providing good leadership and progressive governance to their people

“The outcome of these elections shows that the people believe in the direction that President Buhari and the APC wish to take this nation.

“The electorate has faith in the progressive reforms our party envisions.

“Their victories stand as testament to the growing acceptance of our party, the quality of our leadership, governance and the credibility of our promise to lead the people and the nation to the next level.

“It shows that the people have no appetite to return to the failed policies and practices of the past.”

The former governor of Lagos said that Lyon’s election represented a significant shift in the politics of Bayelsa State.

He said by voting APC, the people of Bayelsa have voted for progressive reform.

He assured Bayelsans that Lyon is the man to deliver the needed and desired reform.

He advised Lyon to justify the people’s faith by providing a purposeful and transformational administration.

“Bayelsa is endowed with significant natural resources and human capital, It will be incumbent on the Governor-elect to harness these assets for the good of all Bayelsans.

Tinubu urged Lyon to reach out to the political opponents who mounted a spirited and energetic campaign.

“The governor must be a leader for all and work for all Bayelsans irrespective of party affiliation.

“He must carry along all disparate interests in the state and be magnanimous in victory.

“They too must be gracious in defeat.”

Speaking on Gov. Bello’s victory, he said; “the people of Kogi have handed him a second term.

He said that their vote was proof of the confidence that the people of Kogi retained in his leadership.

“He must now re-double his efforts to do even more for the people in his second term.

“The governor must focus on the development of the state as he is the person, more than anyone else, who will determine the fate of Kogi.

“He must do all he can to realise the potential of the state, take advantage of the state’s agricultural richness as well as its proximity to the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja and the commerce resulting from that closeness.”

The APC leader urged the opposition candidates and politicians in Kogi and Bayelsa to rally round their governors and work together in the interests of their two states.

He condemned the scattered incidents of violence witnessed in the election in some parts of Kogi State.

“Election should celebrate our democratic existence,

never should it be occasioned by loss of life.

“We sympathise with the victims and commiserate with the families of those who lost their lives.

“I enjoin law-enforcement authorities to identify those responsible for perpetrating the violence and levy the full force of the law against them.

“Violent behaviour must not be allowed to impede our path to greatness as a democratic nation.”

Tinubu also commended all Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials involved for conducting fair, free and credible elections.

“Their task is never easy and they deserve praise for overseeing well-organised elections,” Tinubu said.

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/11/19/apc-national-leader-tinubu-urges-bello-lyon-to-provide-good-leadership-progressive-governance/

Bayelsa, Kogi Polls: Akeredolu Congratul­ates Bello, Lyon

The Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Ol­uwarotimi Odunayo Ak­eredolu, SAN, has congratulated his Kogi state counterpart, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, on his re-election for another term in office.

He also congratulated the governor-elect of Baylesa State, Chief David Lyon, over his victory in the just concluded Bayel­sa governorship election.

Mr. Governor, while expressing delight over the outcome of the exercise, equally congratulated the All Progressives Congress (APC) on the wonderful outing at the two elections.

Governor Akeredolu said:”The outcomes of the elections in the two states have once again deepened the APC in the hearts of the people. It is particularly heart-warming that my good friend and brother, Al­haji Yahaya Bello, is returning as govern­or of Kogi State. I congratulate him and wish him all the best as he continues to lead the good people of Kogi state.

"For Chief David Lyo­n, the governor-elect of Bayelsa state, his emergence is a major turning point. Although Edo state had blazed the trail for long, the journey to plant the seeds of our great party in the Niger-Delta has not been easy, understandably.

"But the Bayelsa feat is a great leap. All those who toiled to bring to fruition this comforting berth deserve commendation. This, undoubtedly, is the needed elixir for our great party to take firm roots in the Niger-Delta.

"Much as I savour this enthralling moment, the real victory belongs to those who sacrificed their time and energy for the successful conduct of the two elections.

"Most profoundly therefore, I specially salute and commend the quality leadership individually provided by my good friends and brothers, Governor Nasir el-Rufai and Governor Abubakar Badaru of Kaduna and Jigawa states respectively.

"As Chairmen of the APC National Campaign Councils for the two elections, they displayed their usual dexterity on all fronts with candour and thoroughness. All members of both Councils deserve no less commendations.

"From INEC to the security agencies and even participants, they have also contributed in no small measure, to the outcome.

Signed:

Ojo Oyewamide
Senior Special Assistant to the Governor (Media & Publicity)

Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, on Monday, November 18, 2019 received the participants of the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji, who are on study tour of the state.

The Senior Course 42 Nigeria Study tour 2019, comprising participants from Nigeria Army, Nigerian Navy, Nigerian Airforce and Several Allied Armed forces, was led by the team Leader Brig. Gen. Basil Adonkie and the team Cordinator, Captain Chris Akokota.

The deputy governor, Hon. Agboola Ajayi, SSG ,Ifedayo Abegunde, Chief of Staff to the Governor, Chief Gbenga Ale, the head of service, Mr. Dare Aragbaiye and other members of the state executive council joined the governor to receive the visitors at the exco chamber of the Governor’s office, Alagbaka, Akure.

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PRESIDENT BUHARI CONGRATULATES BAYELSA GOV-ELECT LYON, ON ELECTION VICTORY

President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the governor-elect of Bayelsa State, David Lyon, for winning the November 16 governorship election in the state.

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, had on Monday morning declared Mr Lyon, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, winner of the polls.

Mr Lyon polled 352,552 votes to defeat his distant opponent, Duoye Diri of Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, who scored 143,172 votes.

In a statement by Femi Adesina, spokesman for the president, Mr Buhari commended the people of Bayelsa State for exercising his civic rights.

“President Muhammadu Buhari congratulates most warmly, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the November 16 election in Bayelsa State, David Lyon, on his impressive victory.

“President Buhari also commends APC supporters in particular and Nigerians in general in the State who exercised their civic rights in a peaceful manner, notwithstanding the pockets of unrest recorded in some locations.

“Condemning the loss of lives in Bayelsa, particularly prior to the election, the President commiserates with the families of the victims.

“According to President Buhari, ‘‘Violence during elections vitiates our commitment to demonstrate to the world and upcoming generation that we are a people capable of electing leaders in a peaceful and orderly manner.’’

“He notes that while officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies did their best within the ambit of the law to ensure free, fair and credible elections, it is unfortunate that pockets of unrest, mostly sponsored by desperate politicians, were recorded during the poll.

“The President looks forward to working with the incoming government to improve the lives of the people in Bayelsa State, while ensuring the security of lives and property of all citizens.

“President Buhari urges Governor-elect Lyon to carry other divergent interests along in the next phase of governance, imploring those not satisfied with the outcome of the poll to seek redress through the constitutionally established channels,” the statement said.

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/11/18/president-muhammadu-buhari-congratulates-bayelsa-state-governor-elect/

We'll Construct Akure-Ado Road-Akeredolu

Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, on Sunday disclosed that with the Ondo and Ektiti state governments have concluded arrangements to construct the failed Akure-Ado Ekiti road.

But Governor said the road, which will be a dual carriage way, will be tolled when completed. It will be financed with a loan from the African Development Bank(ADB), according to the governor.

Governor Akeredolu who spoke at a Special Thanksgiving Service held at the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Mount of Monument of God’s Grace, Otapete Owo, however, said the move was only awaiting presidential approval and that of the Federal Executive Council(FEC).

At the service attended by his wife, Betty, the deputy governor, Agboola Ajayi, members of the State Executive Council as well as the speaker and state lawmakers, the governor said his administration was had equally perfected plans to construct a dual carriage virgin road from the southern part of the state to Kogi in the north central region.

The Governor said: "when done, these roads will be tolled so as to enable the state government have a channel of repaying monies that will be spent on them.

“Akure to Ado road, we have written letters to the Federal Government and we are sure that the President will sign it and it will be taken to the FEC.

”We are only waiting for the approval of the FEC , the bank , African Development Bank is ready to give us loan to dualize the road and it will be tolled.”

At the service, Akeredolu urged Christians to be conscious of the kingdom of God. He charged the congregation to always display character that will be taken with God’s principle and commandments.

Olabode Richard Olatunde
Special Assistant to the Governor (New Media)
November 17, 2019.

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Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/11/18/akeredolutoll-gate-to-be-constructed-on-the-akure-ado-ekiti-expressway/

Owo, the hometown of the Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,SAN, on Saturday, November 16, 2019 went into wild celebrations as the people of the town trooped enmass to receive the Governor into the town.

Governor Akeredolu, who was in Abuja for few weeks where he attended to some official matters before returning to Akure last week Friday amidst pomp and peagantry, entered into the ancient town of Owo in a blaze of glory.

The Governor, who was visiting his hometown for the first time after his return from Abuja last Friday, was ushered into his town by his people who welcomed him with drum and music from Emure Junction into the ancient town.

Governor Akeredolu had a stopover at the Palace of the Olowo of Owo, Oba Gbadegesin Ogunoye III where he appreciated the people of Owo and the state at large for their support and prayers.

Oba Gbadegesin Ogunoye III sought the support of the people of the state to enable the Governor continue to deliver on his people-oriented programs.

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Source:http://ondostate.gov.ng/Home/NewsItem/Owo-Agog-As-Akeredolu-Gets-Rousing-Reception

johnkay1:
This statement is somehow "We have a President that’s so respected all over the world we all respect him, we must work with him. I thank you for this decision of the spirit of oneness."

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its a big deal for them to visit the Gov. Or to check on the senator who has an road accident

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Akeredolu Receives Senate President, Others In Ondo

Ondo State governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, on Friday, November 15, 2019 received the Senate President, Ahmad Lawan and other principal officers of the Senate at the Government House, Alagbaka, Akure.

The Senate President, alongside Senator Ajayi Borrofice, Senator Ayo Akinyelure, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele and other senators are in the state to visit one of their own, Senator Nicholas Tofowomo, who was involved in a road accident recently.

Receiving the lawmakers at the Government House, Arakunrin Akeredolu thanked the Senate President for deeming it fit to come by himself and visit Senator Tofowomo.

According to the Governor, the decision of the Senate President to leave the seat of power in Abuja to visit Tofowomo has demonstrated his good leadership quality.

He said:" The senate President, let me thank you for your consideration and decision to stop by. Sir, that you, as the President of the Senate, left Abuja to be here to see one of your own, Senator Nicholas Tofowomo has demostrated your very good leadership quality. You could have sent any of your member, but that you led this wonderful team to pay him a visit, we thank you sir.

"Your decision to see the senate as one is wonderful. Even within the party, we argue, there will be different opinions. The nation is the most important thing .

"We have a President that’s so respected all over the world we all respect him, we must work with him. I thank you for this decision of the spirit of oneness."

Earlier, the Senate President informed the Governor that he was in the state with other Principal officers to visit one of the members who was involved in an accident.

He said:"We also felt we should pay you this visit to thank you for giving us this kind of warm treatment since we arrived at the airport. We are going to Ondo to visit one of our colleagues who was involved in an accident . We want to go and pray with him and take the message of the senate that we are with him at all time.

"In the senate today, we all work together. It’s a conscious decision of the senate that all of us work together to give the required support to the Federal Government to perform Well in the country. We all want to see the security improve and we want to see an economy that works for everyone and all of us are in this."

Olabode Richard Olatunde
Special Assistant to the Governor (New Media)
November 15, 2019

Source:http://ondostate.gov.ng/Home/NewsItem/Akeredolu-Receives-Senate-President--Others-In-Ondo

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Governor Akeredolu assures conducive learning environment

The Executive Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, says his administration will ensure conducive learning environment in the public schools in the state.

Akeredolu made the promise while inaugurating an ultra-modern toilet and water supply facilities donated by 1979 graduating set of Commercial Secondary School, Akure to the school.

The donation commemorates 40th anniversary of their graduation from the school.


The governor, who was represented by Hon. Commissioner of Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs Titi Adeyemi noted that he was delighted to celebrate with the 1979 set of the school.

He appreciated the old students for donating the facilities to the school, urging students and teachers of the school to ensure that the facilities were properly taken care of.

Akeredolu emphasized that the government could not do it alone without the support of stakeholders.

He assured the school that the state Commissioner of Education had taken note of all the requests made by the school concerning other facilities that were needed, knowing the importance of having a conducive learning environment for the students of the school.

In his words, Hon. Commissioner for education,Science and Technology, Femi Agagu, said the occasion was a unique one occasioned by the spirit of fellowship,love and friendship displayed by the set after 40 years.

Agagu also commended the set for setting the pace for others to follow, saying that the state government had contributed immensely in education and successfully executed 553 projects covering 309 public schools.

According to him, there is prompt payment of teachers salaries and allowances.

The commissioner said that it was not possible for only the government to contribute to education, saying there was need to work with old students.

Responding to the gesture, the principal of the school thanked God for the dream of Chief Wilfred R.O Adinlewa of blessed memory,who established the school;the pioneer principal, Chief Omo Famubo; the vision and passion of his successor, Rev. Canon. J.A. Olusaga who transformed the school curriculum into a comprehensive one.

He also thanked the members and the leadership of the set who conceived the idea of bequeathing the facilities to their young ones.

The principal noted that the set effort at giving back to the school was a sign of gratitude and a show of affinity to the school.

He, therefore, thanked the state governor for the prompt payment of teachers’ salaries and allowances, payment of outstanding salaries with leave bonuses inherited from the past administration and for priortizing education of the state as the instrument through which decadence in society could be dealt with.

Chief Sam Falayi, the Senior Prefect of the 1979 set, expressed his sincere appreciation to the state governor, describing him as amiable,indefatigable, pragmatic, and workaholic.

Falayi added that the governor’s commitment to the development of the state and her people had earned him the appellations “Mr Infrastructure and Architect of modern Ondo State.”

Senate approves N10 billion for Kogi three days to election

Source: PM Newspaper

Three days to the governorship election in Kogi State, the Senate has approved promissory notes and bond issuance of N10.069 billion to the state as refund for projects executed on behalf of the federal government.

The approval on Wednesday was criticised by opposition lawmakers who asked that the approval be delayed till after the election.

They were, however, outvoted by majority senators.

Kogi, like the Senate and the federal government, is controlled by the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The approval was a sequel to the adoption of the report of the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debts which considered the promissory note programme and a bond issuance to settle inherited local debts and contractual ibligations on the refund to state governments for projects executed on behalf of the federal government.
A promissory note is a debt instrument which one party promises in writing to pay a determinate sum of money to the other, either at a fixed or determinable future time, under specific terms.

President Muhammadu Buhari had on October 15 asked the Senate to approve the issuance of N10.069 billion promissory note to Kogi State government for projects done on behalf of the Federal Government.

He had said the 8th National Assembly passed the resolutions approving the issuance of promissory notes to 24 out of 25 state governments, leaving Kogi State.

The chairman of the committee Clifford Ordia, presented the report, asking the Senate to approve the amount requested having met with the permanent secretaries of the ministries of Finance and Works and Housing.

He said the committee also met with representatives from ministries of finance and works and Housing in Kogi State to consider the report.

Mr Ordia said the Kogi State Government conducted projects on seven federal roads and has paid all the contractors – hence the recommendation that the amount be approved.

“Based on our findings, some of the highways were in the state of disrepair before the intervention was carried out. The state government has paid all the contractors that constructed the road.

“Our humble recommendation, is that the Senate do approve the refund of N10 billion for projects executed on behalf of the federal government,” he said.

Prior to the approval, the Senate Minority Leader, Enyinnaya Abaribe, kicked against the recommendation to approve the refund.
He noted that the timing for the approval is wrong as the state is expected to hold its governorship election on Saturday.

He asked that the approval of the money be delayed by one week.

“What I don’t want is the misuse of these funds because it is for the people of the Kogi State. This is not the right time, this is the time where the exigencies of the moment may be used.

“There is no harm in approving this money. Let the approval be delayed by just a week,” he said.

But the Senate President, Ahmad Lawan said the Senate’s approval of the refund is only coinciding with election.

“Kogi State applied applied for this in the last Senate, all the other states were paid. Kogi was not approved at that time, we as a Senate has seen as a necessity and it is a coincidence,” he said.

Despite disagreement from some lawmakers in the chamber, Mr Lawan put the question to vote. The amount was eventually approved after a voice vote.

The approval by the Senate means the state can now access the funds amidst fears it could boost incumbent governor Yahaya Bello’s war chest for the Saturday election. The governor had in the past, however, pledged to ensure judicious use of the refund.

The Kogi State governorship election holds on Saturday. The election is expected to be a close contest between the governing APC and the main opposition PDP.

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Governor Akeredolu doesn't leave any stone unturned.

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Port Of Ondo: Akeredolu Receives Project Implementation Plan

The Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,SAN, on Thursday, November 14, 2019 received the Outline of Business Case, OBC, which comprehensively states the Project Implementation Plan for the proposed Port of Ondo.

The presentation was made by the project Consortium comprising a Spanish firm, Ocean Infrastructure Management, OIM, its Nigerian Partner, Franchise and Business Solutions Ltd, FBS; in the presence of officials of Nigerian Port Authority and coordinated by the Consultant to Ondo State Government on the project, Amiable Consultancy and Logistics Services Ltd.

Governor Akeredolu said his administration would give everything into actualising the project speedily in view of its derivable benefits not only to the economy of the state and the country but to the entire West African subregion.

He said: "Port of Ondo will be less than 45 minutes to Lagos by road and by water, it will be shorter. With the location, Ondo will becomes a nerve center. Citing the port here is one of the best thing that will happen to, not just Ondo, but Nigeria. We are not ready to waste any time. We are ready to give all the support. We are serious about this port. We are very serious about it

“Look at the draft , it’s not found in any other place in Nigeri. We keep dredging when we have a natural dredge in Ondo State. I’m told that mother ship can berth in port Ondo. Let us look at the report. Let’s focus on the viability of the port Ondo."

The representative of the Nigeria Port Authority (NPA) Mrs Elizabeth Awuletey described the project as the dawn of a new era in the state.

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Source;https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/11/14/port-of-ondo-akeredolu-receives-project-implementation-plan/

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He's not pdp but apc.you are making a mistake

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ONDO STATE COMMITTED TO REVIVING ARTS AND CULTURE

The Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN has brought about a major revival in the state’s Arts and Culture industry, culminating in the sterling performance of the state’s Cultural troupe in regional and national competitions.

Ondo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Hon Yemi Olowolabi stated this in Lagos last weekend at the just concluded Lagos Book and Arts Festival, which was organised by the Committee for Relevant Arts CORA.

Olowolabi who was the special guest of honour at the event later spoke to journalists at the Wole Soyinka’s Gallery, Freedom Park praising the Governor’s commitment to the arts which he said has ignited a fire of revival in the Arts and Culture industry in Ondo State

According to him, “in the last two and half years, we have moved from zero to hero in the nation’s arts consciousness. Unarguably today, we are in the forefront in the south west and of course, we have become a force to be reckoned with at the national level, going by our exploits in the recent National Festival of Arts and Culture which took place in Benin.

Our Governor also introduced and supported the annual Festival of Arts, ARTFEST which was premiered last year. We are currently preparing for this year’s edition; all thanks to Arakunrin’s commitment to the creative sector”

Jahman Anikulapo, LABAF project director described Ondo State as “richly endowed with beautiful Cultural landscape and incredible talents”.

The weeklong festival which featured film screening, symposia, stage performances, book reading, lectures and other literary activities climaxed with a riveting concert at the amphitheatre of the historic Freedom Park.”

Source:https://citadelng.com.ng/2019/11/13/ondo-state-is-committed-to-reviving-arts-and-culture/

dammyGold03:
The king is back to work effectively.......

yes oooooo

MelesZenawi:
The people's Governor is back.

his back fresher and stronger

iamJ:
This age of computer


See files and folders everywhere


No wonder it takes forever to get things done


B4 he will sign then the memo will get to the relevant agencies it will take a year

Governor of Ondo State, Arakurin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu,returned to the state after five weeks of absence.
”As you can see, I’m back fresher and stronger to continue the good work in Ondo state.

Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu SAN, in his office this morning, Tuesday 12th Nov. 2019, to firmly see to the affairs of the sunshine state.

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From the Lens of an observer...

Friday, the 8th day of November, 2019 smelt different in my town.
There were small clusters of people in different nooks and crannies and everyone I met that day had a big smile on their face. Bike men were extremely nice and I wondered what infected everyone.
For one reason or the other, I had to be at the airport and the what I saw made me wonder a little more.

Men and Women in different uniformed groups,
Young and old danced to an imaginary beat as the only sound I heard were those of car and bike honks.
The joy and exuberance in the atmosphere was so thick and infectious.
I forgot to mention this was about 2.30pm and no single squeezed face did was in sight under that scorching sun and high heat.
It was a tug of war to go in, you’ll think the likes of Burnaboy or Davido were in town.

Eventually, I entered and the airport at that time was filled with cars and so many people that I wondered if the town still had people left in it because it seemed everyone gathered here.

Women danced to beats from talking drums,
Young guys danced zanku,
Ibo boys with the legendary striped red, white and black cloth cap (the type Santa wears) danced the traditional Ibo dance to their traditional beat and whistle,
I even counted about three pregnant women,
Old men who counted their steps while walking,
Matching outfits everywhere.
Lest I forget; the dignitaries, lots of dignitaries showed up.
Was there a carnival I did not get a memo to?

Fast forward to 5pm, whoever everyone gathered there to see had not arrived but all were patient, excitement fast turned to admiration and longing on the faces of the people. Anytime a siren was heard, people who were denied access to the arrival lounge gathered around the barricade of the runway and hailed whilst chanting songs of victory. (I was of the opinion that a plane be in sight before the shoutings but the opposite happened).

In 15mins, everyone went to sit. Some sat in and on cars, some on grasses, some in gutters, more under the sun than under shades.
The dedication was jaw dropping.
Finally, as if some kind of rapture was about to take place at the sound and sight of a plane, the singing and dancing began again, everyone on their feet, I even saw guys climb the reservoir to watch.

The beautiful part was immediately the man they all patiently waited for showed face, every one had their two fists up and all moved it upwards at the same time whilst hailing.

I heard women praying, thanking God he came back
Men greeting themselves in some form of victory code
I couldn’t help but smile,
Security men ran around trying to clear the road,
It looked like the people’s saviour had arrived
Like a flash of light, I saw the man, glowing, all smiles, waving at the people and I did not even know when I waved too.
All I saw was pure love.
No, what I saw was beyond if some people were mobilized or not,
It was beyond humans working for their pay check,
What I saw was pure love.

My town is Akure City, Ondo State.
This man is the Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu.
Regardless of what you’ve read, heard or seen about this man,
Be reminded today that he is loved by his people.

.... From the lens of an observer

From the Lens of an observer...

Friday, the 8th day of November, 2019 smelt different in my town.
There were small clusters of people in different nooks and crannies and everyone I met that day had a big smile on their face. Bike men were extremely nice and I wondered what infected everyone.
For one reason or the other, I had to be at the airport and the what I saw made me wonder a little more.

Men and Women in different uniformed groups,
Young and old danced to an imaginary beat as the only sound I heard were those of car and bike honks.
The joy and exuberance in the atmosphere was so thick and infectious.
I forgot to mention this was about 2.30pm and no single squeezed face did was in sight under that scorching sun and high heat.
It was a tug of war to go in, you’ll think the likes of Burnaboy or Davido were in town.

Eventually, I entered and the airport at that time was filled with cars and so many people that I wondered if the town still had people left in it because it seemed everyone gathered here.

Women danced to beats from talking drums,
Young guys danced zanku,
Ibo boys with the legendary striped red, white and black cloth cap (the type Santa wears) danced the traditional Ibo dance to their traditional beat and whistle,
I even counted about three pregnant women,
Old men who counted their steps while walking,
Matching outfits everywhere.
Lest I forget; the dignitaries, lots of dignitaries showed up.
Was there a carnival I did not get a memo to?

Fast forward to 5pm, whoever everyone gathered there to see had not arrived but all were patient, excitement fast turned to admiration and longing on the faces of the people. Anytime a siren was heard, people who were denied access to the arrival lounge gathered around the barricade of the runway and hailed whilst chanting songs of victory. (I was of the opinion that a plane be in sight before the shoutings but the opposite happened).

In 15mins, everyone went to sit. Some sat in and on cars, some on grasses, some in gutters, more under the sun than under shades.
The dedication was jaw dropping.
Finally, as if some kind of rapture was about to take place at the sound and sight of a plane, the singing and dancing began again, everyone on their feet, I even saw guys climb the reservoir to watch.

The beautiful part was immediately the man they all patiently waited for showed face, every one had their two fists up and all moved it upwards at the same time whilst hailing.

I heard women praying, thanking God he came back
Men greeting themselves in some form of victory code
I couldn’t help but smile,
Security men ran around trying to clear the road,
It looked like the people’s saviour had arrived
Like a flash of light, I saw the man, glowing, all smiles, waving at the people and I did not even know when I waved too.
All I saw was pure love.
No, what I saw was beyond if some people were mobilized or not,
It was beyond humans working for their pay check,
What I saw was pure love.

My town is Akure City, Ondo State.
This man is the Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu.
Regardless of what you’ve read, heard or seen about this man,
Be reminded today that he is loved by his people.

.... From the lens of an observer

Why fire service must be strengthened – ODHA

Ondo State House of Assembly has charged the state Ministry of Works and infrastructure to further strengthen the fire service unit as the dry season approaches.

House committee on Works who gave the charge during a familiarisation visit to the ministry also commended the state government for the ongoing construction and rehabilitation of roads across the state.

The Chairman of the committee, Dr Olayemi Adeyemi who noted that the government’s effort have positively turned the fortune of the state around, enjoined the government to continue it’s good work in order for people to enjoy more dividends of democracy..

Members of the committee however appealed to the ministry of work on rural roads in order to ensure access mobility to transport farm products, adding that they should also synergize with relevant federal agencies to fastrack fixing of federal roads in the state.

The lawmakers pledged to collaborate with the ministry towards effective service delivery.

Earlier, the state commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Mr Saka Yusuf Ogunleye who reeled out the activities and achievements of the ministry to the committee, described the governor of the state as an unbiased leader as all the Senatorial Districts are benefiting from the government massive infrastructural development.

The Commissioner assured that all failed portions of roads will be fixed during the dry season.

While commending the committee for supporting the ministry, he said the success being recorded was largely due to the backing of the house, through quick and smooth passage of its budget.

Also speaking, the Special Adviser on Works, Land and Infrastructure, Engr. Raimi Aminu said that the construction of road projects across the state was being hampered by the elongated rainy season saying that work is resuming now that the rains are subsiding.

He assured that the Ore Flyover will be ready next month, while other ongoing projects would be completed as promised.

The visiting lawmakers include Dr Olayemi Adeyemi, Chairman and Olugbenga Omole, Vice Chairman. Others are Mr Aderoboye Samuel, Mr Edamisan Samuel Ademola ,Taofeek Muhammed, and Leonard Akinribido

Ondo Re-awards Road Project, Saves N4b

The Ondo State Exective Council on Monday reawarded the 28.5 km Aboto / Atijere road in Ilaje Local Government Area of the State for a contract sum of N8billion.

The project was inherited from the immediate past administration which had awareded the contract for the sum of N12 Billion on a contractor/client financing arrangement.

Briefing journalists after the State Executive Council meeting on Monday evening, Special Adviser to the Governor on Lands, Works and Infrastructure, Engr Aminu Raimi said the state government after reappraisal of the project, saved N4 Billion by re-awarding it for N8billion.

He said: “Part of the issues considered at the Exco meeting is a project inherited from the previous administration. Before the present administration came on board , the Aboto / Atijere road was awarded for N12bbillions as a contractor / Client financed project.

"The immediate past administration awarded the contract to Zhi Jiang Construction Limited in October 2016, but this administration reappraised and revalued the project and converted it to client financing which saved the state of N4 Billion after the contract sum was brought down to N8 Billion.

”This government was also magnanimous enough by reawarding it to Zhi Jiang Construction Limited, the same contractor that was the engaged by the previous administration to continue with the job but when the government realized that the contractor refused to mobilize to site , the second bidder , LEE Fakino Nigeria Limited , was invited and went through the tender board where it got the contract.

“So, the second bidder was considered and and the memo was sent to council which has now been approved. The contractor will mobilize to site as soon as the weather is clear and as usual, payment will be made on milestone achieved .

Raimi also disclosed that some school projects in Ikorigho Ugbo in Ilaje local government area of the stastat which were to be constructed as model schools would now be constructed as classroom blocks with a concrete walkway so as to allow the pupils access to the schools. The school projects were also awarded by the last administration .

Source:http://www.ondostate.gov.ng/Home/NewsItem/Ondo-State-Govt-Re-awards-Road-Project--Saves-N4-billion