Sanchini:
I received a shabby appointment letter from a so called endeavour mining coporation too, and it was a friend I consider as trusted that claimed to have recomended me. The letter had no contact or any form of correspondence. This was after he asked for my CV, NIN, email and passport photograph. I really believed him and was already planning to go. I couldn't have imagined he would lure me into this kind of dangerous venture. I am so grateful to God I came here to realise it's actually a scam. It is true what they say that it's who you know and trust that can easily kill you. People are heartless sha. Even after explaining everything I was going through to him. It's really sad. Thanks for saving me guys. Thank God for una. Na so I for waka lost

Please I'm facing same issue right now, can we share more experience on this

Reno is a first- class FRAUDSTER

Is anyone ever reading or believing @renoomokri, one of Nigeria's worst boys, who ran out of the country because of his shady deals after serving as an errand boy to Goodluck Jonathan, the worst President in Nigeria's history.

Reno Omokri is a rabble-rouser, recalcitrant, diversionist, #fakenews merchant, paid agent provocateur and an abysmally irresponsible Nigerian cyber thug, commissioned to disparage Prof Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, an advocate of global repute, who is best Vice President in Nigeria's democratic history.

Not only that, Prof Osinbajo is the only Vice President to officially assume the role of an Acting President, also in the country's democratic history, and he performed excellently well than the former Presidents, especially Reno's boss, Jonathan, who recorded abysmal failure after he corruptly emptied the national treasury, where Reno and his other colleagues who benefitted and ran out of the country are still being looked for by security agents to answer charges.

Also, you will remember how an American woman in 2014 accused Omokri, Jonathan’s errand boy of impersonation and identity theft.

Precisely in February 2014, Omokri wound up in a scandal after the digital footprint of an article that tried to link the spike in Boko Haram attacks to the suspension of Mr Sanusi as CBN governor was traced to him.

To cover for his fraud, he allegedly used the pseudonym, Wendel Simlin, in the article circulated to bloggers and journalists but the document's digital signature was identical to previous documents Omokri had sent to Premium Times.

The Califonia- based woman, Deborah Campbell, then later told Sahara Reporters in a series of emails and telephone conversations that her son, based in Hercules, California, is the real Wendel Simlin.

She explained that she is married to Mr Omokri’s brother-in-law and that the president’s aide exploited the relationship to perpetrate forgery.

“I am the true Wendell Simlin’s mother here in the States. Appalled to find out my son has been a victim of identity theft, judging from the articles I recently read in your newspaper. Reno met my son after I married his wife’s brother,” she said in an email.

“There are pictures on my Facebook of Reno’s wife, kids and my ex-husband Godwin Melle. He is Reno’s wife’s brother,” the real Wendel's mother said.

As we can see, this Reno is a real fraudster! Since he ran away in 2014, he has never visited Nigeria. Security agents want him badly at home. Report him to the nearest police station if you spot him abroad, in the US or his other hiding places! He is a fraudster!

So, please, disregard the NONSENSE post of this irresponsible boy!

https://www.instagram.com/p/CpJAsEsLDsk/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY=

The construction and development of critical infrastructure that will transform the economy and create more job opportunities for citizens is one way to build a modern and prosperous future for all Nigerians, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN.

Prof. Osinbajo stated this today in his remarks at the maiden test flight into the recently constructed Gateway Agro Cargo International Airport in Iperu, Ikenne Local Government Area of Ogun State.


"This is how we build a modern, prosperous future for all Nigerians. I have no doubt that the culture of innovation and progress that the Gateway Agro Cargo International Airport has already brought will continue to motivate the people of Ogun State even more,” the VP said at the momentous occasion.


According to the Vice President, the State “is now poised to provide facilities for a world-class economic zone,” because beyond being a fulfilment of a vision, the airport project “is one of the infrastructures for building a dynamic economic area.”


He emphasized the significance of the Agro Cargo Airport and Kajola Dry Port projects in the operationalization of the Special Agriculture Processing Zones, and Nigeria’s participation in the Africa Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA).


Said the VP “the future is even more exciting than today. The airport will serve the Special Agriculture Processing Zones established with the generous assistance of the African Development Bank. It is also an essential tool in our preparation for full participation as serious players in the Africa Continental Free Trade Agreement.


“In a few months, Kajola dry port will also be operational. I am confident that this airport will transform the entire Southwest region, and serve as a catalyst for economic growth and development in our nation and sub-region.”

Commending the State Government and past administrations for the actualization of the project, the VP said “it is a tribute to the wisdom and understanding of our current governor, Prince Dr Dapo Abiodun that he took it from the idea, re-envisioned it in the light of the opportunities, needs and realities of today; and birthed the Gateway Agro Cargo International Airport, Ogun State.”


Similarly, the VP commended the former Governor of the State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, whom he said conceived the idea of the airport and eventually secured approval from the Federal Government.


He added that “Ogun is definitely taking a huge step forward in fulfilling the dreams of our forebears; dreams of a vibrant, modern and industrious community living together in peace and prosperity.”


According to him, “this project is the fulfilment of a vision but the airport is only the infrastructure for building a dynamic economic area. We are now poised to provide facilities for a world-class economic zone.”

Earlier, Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State paid glowing tributes to the VP and his predecessors including Chief Segun Osoba and Otunba Gbenga Daniel for their support in the construction of the airport, noting that the airport was among the best in the country.

According to him, “this airport is a category 4E airport. It is one of the best-constructed airports in Nigeria. It can accommodate an Airbus A380, a Boeing 777 and a Boeing 747. It has a 4-kilometre runway, a 36-metre control tower, a fire station, a cargo apron and terminal buildings. It has 82, 000 square- metres of cargo apron for types E and C aircrafts when completed.”

On his part, Minister of Aviation, Mr Hadi Sirika while commending the visioners of the airport said it is "a product of people that sat down to think what can add value to the economy, to the social well-being of the people, and it has happened.”


He added that the construction of the airport was part of the achievements of the Buhari administration in the aviation sector, noting that “during the Buhari government, aviation became the fastest growing sector of the economy before COVID-19. This is according to the National Bureau of Statistics and the Ministry of Finance. We have doubled the number of airports and have doubled the number of airlines.”

Other dignitaries at the event included the Wife of the Vice President, Mrs. Dolapo Osinbajo; Wife of Ogun State Govenror, Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun; Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, former Governors of Ogun State, Chief Segun Osoba and Otunba Gbenga Daniel; former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Dimeji Bankole, traditional rulers and top State government officials.

Laolu Akande
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity
Office of the Vice President
23rd February 2023

Fake info...
Tinubu never mentioned Osinbajo in this video naw

Tackling crude oil theft and sabotage remains a major concern of the Federal Government and those in charge must be accountable because, besides economic consequences, institutional and personal reputations are at stake, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN.

Prof. Osinbajo stated this today in his remarks as Special Guest of Honour at a Stakeholders Conference on Oil Theft and Losses in Nigeria held at the Trasncorp Hilton, Abuja.

According to the VP, "so grievous a crime cannot simply be a subject of summitry; people must do their jobs and if they are unable to do them, then there must be an accounting for such failures. Institutional and personal reputations are at stake."

Prof. Osinbajo expressed concern that "oil theft and sabotage of oil and gas assets are a clear and present danger to our economy and national security. Not only do they pose a serious threat to oil exploration and our energy economy, but they also impact negatively on revenue accruals to the Federation and the business prospects of investors in the oil sector."

Noting that the Federal Government prioritised the development of the Niger Delta, as well as the protection of oil assets, the VP stated that “the theft of crude oil and the accompanying attacks on our energy infrastructure, especially in the Niger Delta, have since the inception of our administration, been of utmost concern.”

Against the backdrop of huge production cuts and revenue losses, the Vice President also highlighted the work done by the National Economic Council, which he chairs.

He stated that the Council set up an Ad-hoc Committee to ascertain the magnitude of oil theft and losses in Nigeria and recommend appropriate remedial measures.

“Most of the recommendations of the Ad-hoc Committee informed the Petroleum Industry Act, 2021 and are being implemented. Even so, acts of vandalism of oil and gas infrastructure, oil theft as well as low production yields are still being reported in damaging and unacceptable proportions,” he further said.


Prof. Osinbajo noted that President Buhari had enacted the Petroleum Industry Act of 2021 aimed at revitalizing the oil and gas industry.

“Among other things, the Act stipulates elaborate provisions to accommodate the needs of the Host Communities in the oil and gas producing areas. The aim of these provisions is to assuage their sensibilities, give them a sense of belonging and foster unity of purpose with oil companies for the mutual benefit of all,” he explained.

Speaking on the theme: 'Protecting Petroleum Industry Assets for Improved Economy', the VP said "this administration is confronting these acts of economic terrorism on multiple fronts and with a range of tools.

"We have invested significantly in scaling up our maritime security architecture. In June 2021, President Muhammadu Buhari flagged off the Integrated National Security and Waterways Protection Infrastructure Project otherwise known as the Deep Blue Project - a collaborative multiagency effort involving the armed forces, the police and the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigerian Maritime Administration & Safety Agency (NIMASA), jointly led by the Ministry of Transport and the Ministry of Defence.


"The project provides air, naval and land assets for surveillance, policing, and search and rescue operations in our coastal waters and our exclusive economic zones.

Afterwards, the VP recalled that he was at the Navy Headquarters "where I commissioned Falcon Eye, a maritime surveillance facility that networks sensors installed along our nation’s coastline. It is designed to provide actionable intelligence in real-time on maritime security threats and enable the swift and preemptive interdiction of criminals.

"Taken together, these two initiatives are huge investments in making our waters safe for energy commerce and inhospitable for the criminals that violate our vital economic interests," Prof. Osinbajo added.

Aside from scaling up our maritime security architecture, Prof. Osinbajo also highlighted the efforts of the administration through its New Vision for the Niger Delta initiative.

The Vice President recalled how the country’s oil installations were sabotaged by militant groups within a year of the Buhari Administration being in office.

He observed that given the importance of oil and gas for federation revenues and export earnings, "it was no surprise that the economy went into recession in 2016 for the first time in twenty years with the economy contracting by -1.6 percent that year. It was clear to the government at the time that to speedily exit the recession, we needed to ensure that oil production went back to its over 2 million barrels-a-day levels.”

The VP further recalled that in 2017, on the directive of the President, he undertook “a tour of all oil producing states especially in the Niger Delta to engage with stakeholders and get a measure of the grievances that formed the backdrop to the sabotage of the oil installations.”


Following the Vice President’s tour of the region, the Buhari administration’s New Vision for the Niger Delta was developed in 2017, as a forthright partnership between the Federal Government, State Governments, Private Sector and Local Communities, through which the people of the region can maximally benefit from the wealth of their land.


“As a result of those engagements and based on the feedback we had received from the communities, we were able to draw up the New Vision for the Niger Delta which helped to calm the situation and stem the attacks on oil facilities. These efforts led to significant success.


According to the 2018 Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry Annual Report, the VP said crude oil production at the time went back up to an estimated daily average production of 2.12million barrels per day. But he added that this upward trend was upended later by the COVID-19 crisis.

Prof. Osinbajo noted that one of the pivots of the New Vision initiative was the establishment of modular refineries to curb illegal artisanal refining in the region and create employment opportunities for the region’s youths.

According to him, following the recommendation by an Ad-hoc Committee of the National Economic Council, it was determined that “creating employment opportunities for the youths of the oil-producing communities and making petroleum products available in these communities will go a long way to reduce hardship and criminality in the region.”


Continuing, Prof. Osinbajo stated that “one of the ideas we pursued under the New Vision for the Niger Delta was licensing modular refineries to discourage illegal artisanal refining. The refineries were designed to be privately owned but with a small percentage of shares owned by the host communities. It was hoped that this could draw in the illegal refiners and thus shut down one of the most potent sources of sabotage of oil assets especially the destruction of pipelines.”

The Vice President then assured that the Buhari administration remains committed to "captaining the ship of governance to the very last hour," noting that "we committed to leaving our best actions, thoughts and ideas for use of the next administration and the benefit of our nation."

The Vice President commended the National Security Adviser, Major General Babagana Monguno, CFR, for his dynamism, and the Chairman of the Special Investigative Panel on oil thefts and losses, Major General Barry T Ndioumu, and members of the Panel for organizing the Conference.

Dignitaries present at the conference included heads of government agencies, oil and gas industry players and traditional rulers.


Laolu Akande
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity
Office of the Vice President
21st February, 2023

Improving the welfare of citizens by investing in the health and wellbeing of women and children in particular remains paramount to the Buhari Administration, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN.

This is why, according to him, the Federal Government is collaborating with States and development partners so that for instance “no young person should go through the needless frustration of joblessness.”

The Vice President spoke yesterday at Iperu, Ikenne Local Government Area, Ogun State, where he commissioned two FG human capital development projects: the 100-bed Mother and Child Hospital and the Skills Acquisition Centre.

Also, preparatory to this week’s National elections, and next month’s State elections, the Vice President, accompanied by Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, MFR, also visited members of the All Progressives Congress in the Ikenne LGA, Ogun State.

He interacted with leaders and members of the APC in Ward 1 of the Ikenne Local Government.

Party leaders in Ikenne who received the Vice President include APC Ward 1 Chairman, Hon. Segun Awomuti; party leader, Hon Kayode Shodiyan; the Vice Chairman of the Ikenne Local Government Council, Madam Bolanle Fakoya, and other party stalwarts including Hon. Rotimi Onajole. Revd. Emmanuel Adebajo also accompanied the VP to the meeting.

Speaking in Iperu at the commissioning, the VP said the Federal Government has ensured that “we provide, in collaboration with State Governments, places for the development of human capital. These include technology hubs and Skills Acquisition Centers."

According to Prof. Osinbajo, “in the last few years, our government has also taken several steps to improve the quality of life of our citizens. We have increased access to education, promoted sustainable agriculture, and improved infrastructure. Our objective is to provide opportunities for young people to have well-paying jobs.”

The VP further stated that the projects commissioned “symbolised the tremendous progress the Federal Government has made in achieving the SDGs and, in that process, promoting the health and welfare of our people.”

“The hospital is a testament to our commitment to the healthcare of women and children, and to ensuring that we secure the future of Ogun State and Nigeria. The facility will not only provide primary healthcare to treat preventable diseases, but will also ensure that women have access to pre and postnatal care, which is absolutely vital to the wellbeing of our communities,” he added.

Continuing, the Vice President emphasized that the project delivery also underscored Government’s recognition of the importance of healthcare facilities.

He also expressed optimism that “the hospital and Skills Acquisition Centre will serve as a model for other states to replicate, and that their establishment will contribute positively to the health, wellbeing and livelihood of all in Remo, Ogun State and Nigeria in general.”

Prof. Osinbajo noted that the President Muhammadu Buhari-led government continues to make efforts towards attaining the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals, noting that the projects were implemented by the SDGs office in the Presidency.

The VP then listed other ongoing projects under the SDGs in the Local Government Area to include “the construction of 250- bed Mother and Child Hospital, Ikenne (already 97% completed) and the Construction of a Mega School, Ikenne Community High School, as well as a Mini stadium at the Ikenne Community High School - nearing completion.”

“There is also the construction of 36 classrooms at the Mayflower School, Ikenne, and another Skill Acquisition Centre, at the Isanbi High School at Ilisan, which is also completed,” he added.

*(Other projects that have been mostly concluded in the Ikenne Local Government Area include constructions of Smart schools, and the construction of senior secondary and junior secondary classrooms in Mayflower.

*Equally, there has been the construction of a block of classrooms, administrative office, toilets and borehole in Ikenne Community High School.

*Ongoing is a Tech hub, which will also have chalets for staff & visiting experts. There is also the 250-bed Hospital to be commissioned soon in Ikenne.

*Other concluded projects are the modernization of the Ikenne Market and several installations of solar street lights in 10 different locations:
1. Ogunsanya Oduname Street
2. Ademolu Odeneye/ O&A road
3. Olaolu Ebun-Adubifa Avenue
4. Opanubi street
5. Ajina Street
6. Ayodele Soyode/ Bisi Onajole Street
7. Florence Oyetola Street / Idowu Salami street
8. IYC street
9. Alakenne
10. Aiyepe junction

*There have also been completed Erosion control works and Water supply schemes in Ikenne and Ilisan.

*There is also the construction of a Smart Model school along old Sagamu road (for Early years, Primary & Secondary school students with facilities for special students.

*A 500 KVA transformer was also installed on Awolowo Avenue).

Prof. Osinbajo then thanked Governor Dapo Abiodun “for creating the enabling environment and working actively with the SDG Office to ensure the actualization of this project.”

He also commended the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals, Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, for “her revolutionary, focused and result- oriented approach to delivery of government’s human capital developments projects.”

Laolu Akande
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity
Office of the Vice President
19th February, 2023

I don't think we should accuse Osinbajo for anything about MM ticker again, he has made his opinion known long ago, and if you look at the way things is going in the party you will see his body language that he (Osinbajo) is not in for that. Knowing fully well that he has no right and power to impose on the party, he is just a member, whatever the party decides is the final. Have you ever seen him campaigning for anyone?

In a church service laced with singing, prayers, musical performances and biblical ministrations, Nigerians from all walks of life joined Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, and the family in Lagos, to celebrate the grace of God in the life of the VP's mother, Mama Olubisi Osinbajo as she turned 90 today.

At the thanksgiving service held at the Cathedral Church of St. Jude, Ebute-Meta, which featured songs ministration, an elated Mama Osinbajo, fondly nicknamed “Mumisco” by her many children, grand and great-grandchildren was full of appreciation and gratitude, praying that everyone at the event would also grow up to be 90 in good health and prosperity.

Leading the special celebration messages for Mama contained in the event brochure is President Muhammadu Buhari who wrote a personal letter to Mama Osinbajo.

According to the President in a message earlier released by the Presidency, "on behalf of myself, my family, and Nigerians, we rejoice with Mama and wish her continued grace and joy in the Lord, all the days of her life. Amen."

President Buhari thanked God for the gift of long life and all her accomplishments, particularly "for giving Nigeria the gift of your son, our Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, and his other illustrious siblings."

He also expressed happiness that "the matriarch of the Osinbajo family had thought it worthy to establish the Olubisi Osinbajo foundation, which caters for the wellbeing of widows and families of clergymen. It is an initiative I recommend to other endowed people in our society, as it has lofty rewards not only here, but also in the hereafter."

On his part, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo said Mama is so exceptional in many respects but there are four things he has learnt from her.

According to him, "four things I learnt from Mama. First, is her personal integrity, simply telling the truth always.

"She simply did not tolerate lying, even seemingly white or innocuous lies! She also had a problem with excessive display of wealth, she felt it reflected poor breeding.

"Second is her insistence on proper behaviour, politeness and respect for elders. Third is how she had always believed I would be a lawyer. She always resisted every attempt to distract me. The fourth is her service to the gospel and her prayerfulness."

In his sermon at the service, the Bishop of Lagos Mainland Diocese, Rt. Revd. Akinpelu Johnson, recalled Mama and her family's early days at St Jude's Cathedral and particularly her devotion to the service of God.

He emphasized the significance of thanksgiving and obedience to the will of God, noting that a birthday celebration is "an opportunity to take stock of one's life."

While praying for Mama, Bishop Johnson declared that even at 90, God will continue to work wonders in her because of her devotion to his work and obedience to his will.

The clergy also emphasized the need for obedience and steadfastness among Nigerians, noting that the bane of development in many societies is the lack of the fear of God and the will to do God's command or established laws governing those societies.

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor E.A. Adeboye who also ministered at the service, prayed for the celebrant, thanked God for her life and asked for God's blessings on her and everyone at the service.

Besides several Nigerians who graced the event, especially members of the church family, top government functionaries and dignitaries were also present. They include the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila and his wife Mrs Salamatu Gbajabiamila who represented First Lady, Aisha Buhari; Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, and Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, while Mr. Lucky Ayedatiwa the Deputy Governor of Ondo State represented the State Governor Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu and several former governors including Mr Rochas Okorocha of Imo; Chief Olusegun Osoba and Mr Ibikunle Amosun, both of Ogun State; Rotimi Ameachi of Rivers State and Abdulaziz Yari of Zamfara State.

The President of the African Development Bank, Dr Akinwumi Adesina; Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr Boss Mustapha; and several federal ministers were also at the event. There were also representatives of State Governments and senior government officials.

From the Business community, there were Captains of Industry including the Chairman of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote and businessman and philanthropist, Mr Femi Otedola.

Mama Olubisi Osinbajo was born on the 16th of February 1933 to Thomas and Victoria Aiyegbayo both of blessed memory.

She had her early education at Sagamu Girls School in the early 40s and she thereafter attended the Sagamu Teachers Training College where she graduated as a teacher.

On the 28th of December 1954, she got married to Mr Opeoluwa Osinbajo and together with her husband successfully ran the first automated sawmill factory in Nigeria. Mama is a devoted Christian and is actively involved in the activities of her church and charity.

Laolu Akande
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity
Office of the Vice President
16th of February, 2023

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has paid a condolence visit to the family of the late matriarch of the Adebutu dynasty, Dame Caroline Oladunni Adebutu, wife of the prominent businessman and elder-statesman, Sir Kessington Adebukunola Adebutu, CFR.

Prof Osinbajo, during his visit to the family at their home in Lagos, on Saturday, February 4, 2023, described the matriarch of the Adebutu family as someone who lived an exemplary life of service to humanity.

The Vice President said Dame Adebutu lived an exemplary life of service to the gospel and humanity.

According to the Vice President, Dame Adebutu, who was renowned as Iya Igbagbo of CAN, Iperu branch in Ogun State, “lived an exemplary life of service to God, especially through her active participation in several associations such as the Christian Daughters’ Association of Nigeria where she was President.

“We will all miss Mama, but her passage is not a cause for mourning, rather for the celebration of a life well lived and the exemplary legacy that her family and all those she touched will carry on.”

He also signed the condolence register thus: “We bless the name of the Lord for the life and times of our dear mother, and wife of our own dear Papa Adebutu. Her life was spent working for the Lord in many different positions in the church and church societies.

“She will be greatly missed by us all, and we express our condolences to Papa and our brothers and sisters. May her memory always be blessed in Jesus name. Amen,” the VP prayed.

Dame Caroline Oladunni Adebutu died at age 83 last month on January 19th.

SirKensingtonn Adebutu and other members of the family received the VP at the family residence in Ikoyi, Lagos over the weekend.

https://thedailyleaks.com/dame-adebutu-lived-an-exemplary-life-of-service-to-humanity-osinbajo/

Osinbajo is a leader who really understand what common man is passing through over there. Many could not even have their 3 square meals without holding cash, some could not go out without cash. The authority need to do something urgent.

Gone are the days when female education was irrelevant, but things are getting better now, kudos to VP Yemi Osinbajo for his impact in making education available not only to the males but also to females .

You have good intentions for this country Nigeria, may God deliver us from the corrupt ones . Osinbajo is a blessing to Nigeria

A look a some of Vice President Yemi Osinbajo's official activities for last week (22nd -28th January 2023)


25th January 2023

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo presided over the Federal Executive Council meeting at the Statehouse, Abuja.


26th January 2023

Presided over NIPSS Endowment Meeting at the Statehouse, Abuja.

• Present at the meeting were the Sultan of Sokoto HRM Abubakar III Sa'ad, HRM Olu of Warri Ogiame Atunwatse III and the HRM Gbong Gwom of Jos Jacob Gyang Buba at the statehouse, Abuja during the NIPSS Endowment Meeting.


27th January 2023

Condoled with the Governor of Nassarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule over the loss of his son Hassan Sule who passed away on January 26, 2023 in Gudi, Nasarawa State.

President Muhammadu Buhari, Saturday assured that government will ensure that citizens are unharmed in their businesses and no disruption is caused to the entire supply chain arising from the currency swap due to end shortly.
Reacting to reports of long queues of people waiting for hours for their turn to deposit old notes and get new ones, triggering public anger and opposition’s criticism, President Buhari reiterated that the currency changes were aimed at people hoarding illicit funds and not the common man, and that it had become necessary to prevent counterfeits, corruption, and terrorist funding. This, he assured, will stabilize and strengthen the economy.
While taking note that the poorest section of society is facing hardship as they often keep hard cash at home for various expenses, President Buhari gave strong assurances that the government will not leave them to their own fate.
He reiterated that a number of initiatives by the Central Bank and all commercial banks are underway to speed up distribution of the new notes and do all that is necessary to forestall cash squeeze and chaos.

Garba Shehu
Senior Special Assistant to the President
(Media & Publicity)
January 28, 2023

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN has commiserated with Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State, over the death of his 36-year-old son, Hassan who died yesterday.


Prof. Osinbajo expressed his condolence when he visited the country-home of Governor Sule in Gudi town, Nasarawa State. He was received by Governor Sule and the Governors of Kebbi and Borno States: Sen Atiku Bagudu and Prof. Babagana Zulum. The Emir of Lafia was also at the condolence event at the palace of the Sarkin Gudi, Alhaji Sule Bawa, alongside other traditional rulers.


“This is a very tragic and sad day indeed for me, as I am sure it is for all of you here in Nasarawa. I want to say to my brother, the governor, and to members of the family as well as your Royal Highness and all those who are here to condole with him, that we pray the Almighty God will comfort him and members of the family. We pray that God who gives and takes will have mercy on him, the family and on all of us,” the VP noted.


On the recent tragic loss of citizens after an incident on the borders of Nasarawa and Benue States, the Vice President said “I also want to condole with you, your excellency, and your Royal Highness, on the tragic occurrence of the death of several citizens of this State a few days ago.


“This is very terrible and tragic thing indeed. I express my sincere condolence and that of the Federal Government of Nigeria. I pray that the Almighty God will comfort this State even as we await the outcome of the investigation going on.”


Earlier in his remarks, the Emir of Lafia, who is the chairman of the State Traditional Council, thanked Prof. Osinbajo for the visit and standing with the people of the State at all times, noting that as the Madugun Jihar Nasarawa, he (the VP) remains “our captain in the course of our journey”.


According to the Emir, “Mr Vice President, you are a friend indeed, you are always here for us, I cannot say of any moment that you are not there for us, in good times and in low times like this.”


“This is the act that God has made, we have no right to question Him. It came at a time when the State itself is in a state of tragedy, the tragedy that the magnitude cannot be quantified. I was with the governor throughout since we got the news of the tragedy, we have not slept, making sure that law and order is maintained in the State,” he added.


He noted that the people of Nasarawa State will always stand with the VP both in and out of office, noting that “we are your friends in office, we will remain your friends even after office. We will continue to pray for you. I have said it before you and behind you, that you are one of the greatest that God has given this country.”


Other dignitaries present during the Vice President’s visit besides the governors and the Emir of Lafia, were the Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State, Emmanuel Akabe and the Emir of Awe, HRH Isa Umar II, among other top government officials and traditional rulers.


The late Hassan was buried earlier today in Gudi, Akwanga Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.


Laolu Akande
*Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity*
*Office of the Vice President*
*27th January 2023*


To read more on the Vice President's activities, please visit https://www.yemiosinbajo.ng/

Barely a few weeks before the 2023 Presidential elections, a former chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hajia Naja’atu Muhammad, has made a shocking revelation by giving an insight into what transpired during the APC primary election in
June last year, 2022

Hajiya Muhammad who recently retired from party politics and her position as a director of the APC’s Bola Tinubu Presidential Campaign said the party hierarchy especially the APC governors sidelined the Vice President of Nigeria, Prof Yemi Osinbajo, SAN because he refused to share money with them to curry their favours.

Mohammad made this known on Thursday, January 26, 2023, in an interview with Arise TV.

The Kano-born politician also accused the state governors of manipulating the whole process by sharing money among themselves.

She also expressed her shock by stating that almost all the ballot boxes from Kano were already compromised with Asiwaju Bola Tinubu’s name already written on the ballot papers.

Explaining how VP Osinbajo was schemed out, Mohammad said: “If they really wanted a power shift to the South-West, is he (Osinbajo) not also Egba or Oduduwa? (Which means an original son of the soil from Ogun State in Nigeria’s South West region). What is wrong with him? They refused because he could not share money.

“Let me tell you, I know our delegates from Kano. I can tell you that for each ballot box, the name of Asiwaju was put on it and all you are paid to do is to go and put it in the box. It wasn’t their choice and we have seen clips of governors sharing money.”

“Governors! such a disgrace. This is the first time that I know that governors do not even sponsor presidential campaigns. Normally the governors sponsor presidential campaigns in their states but this time around it is Asiwaju that is doing it because everything about Asiwaju is about money, there is nothing like honour.

“For God’s sake, what do we want, can we continue to wallow in this? Can we continue to deceive ourselves? Who are we lying to? We are only lying to ourselves. We see these things. The truth has been written on the horizon why are we now turning the other eye?” Mohammad said.

Speaking on the competence of the Vice President, the 67-year-old woman said, Osinbajo performed excellently well when he was Acting President, saying he stabilized the country.

“Osinbajo, anytime Buhari leaves the country, the dollar collapses, why? Osinbajo was given a few weeks to run this country, I mean a few weeks and he put the country on the right track. In terms of security, in terms of finance. A very brilliant Professor, she concluded


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Nigerian elites from the political, religious to business leaders, all good people and individuals with a vision must come together to make a great difference for Nigeria.
 
 
This was the central message Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN delivered in separate meetings today at the Presidential Villa first with the new Methodist Archbishop of Abuja, the Most Revd. Michael Akinwale and the leadership of the Northern Reawakening Forum led by Hon. Mohammed Kumalia.
 
 
According to Prof. Osinbajo, “the elite (religious, political, business) in this country have the same hopes and aspirations. But it is to this elite that the future of this country has been entrusted. It is what this elite does that will make a difference in the lives of the rest of the nation.”
 
 
The VP further noted that “I think that the church has a great responsibility indeed,” adding that “Christ said that we are the salt of the earth, the light of the world.”
 
 
According to the VP, “the first point of call is how the faith itself responds to the problems of the country. How does Christianity, how does the gospel respond to the problems of the society?” 
 
 
“Once the religious elite accept that people can do whatever they like, enrich themselves in whatever way they wish, then it becomes the culture of society and everybody accepts it as such,” he added.
 
 
He thanked the Methodist Church for its prayers for peaceful coexistence in Nigeria noting that, “we are always very mindful of the fact that this country is upheld by prayers. There is no question at all that without prayers, we may not be where we are today. So, none of us is under the illusion that a country can survive without the prayers and supplications of the saints.”
 
 
He prayed that the Archbishop’s tenure will be of tremendous benefit to the people of Abuja and the country at large.
 
 
Earlier in his remarks, Archbishop Akinwale commended the Vice President for his “solidarity which you have always shown with the Christian community. We are also here to salute your visionary leadership, Godly character in governance, your Christian virtue which you have demonstrated over the years, your integrity in enhancing and sustaining the credibility of the Christian faith, your doggedness and commitment and tenacity of purpose.
 
 
“We have come to declare peace upon this land and our support for this government. We are convinced that as a church, our main duty is to continue to pray for our country. We are here to assure you that as a church we will continue to pray for the peace of this nation.”
 
 
Other members of the delegation include the Archbishop’s wife, Mrs Mopelola Akinwale, Sir Kayode Beckley (Rtd) KJW, Very Rev. Noble Azuonye, Very Rev. Dr. Friday Iroegbu, Very Rev. Dr. Engr. Vincent Asuquo amongst others.
 
 
In the meeting with the leadership of the Northern Reawakening Forum, the VP while affirming his belief “in the development of Northern Nigeria as being central to the development of Nigeria,” noted that “in the years that I have been here (in office), it is evident to me that this country has talents from everywhere.”
 

Continuing, he said “we have sound people in every state. People who are as brilliant as anybody anywhere in the world.
 
 
“We have also seen the necessity of building a safe, secure and economically inclusive Northern Nigeria and Nigeria and how that needs to happen. The last few years have shown us that this country is not just about North and South.
 
 
“It is about good people, individuals across this country who have a vision for this country. And that like minds across regions, across states must come together to do something about our country. 
 
 
“We have been able to demonstrate time and time again that this country must benefit from all its talents and from its diversity. What this country needs is like minds across faith and states who have the vision of seeing that this country works,” Prof. Osinbajo added.
 
 
On his part, Hon. Kumalia noted that the visit was to strengthen the relationship between the group and VP, noting that “we want to continue to have this strategic relationship with you not only by virtue of your office but your person because we believe that there is so much that you can still contribute to nation building.” 
 
 
He added that the VP “contributed so much to the development of this country but I want to assure you that you are not done with us yet, what you have done is noted and written in gold and we believe that you have a lot more to contribute.
 
 
“We congratulate you on your foray into politics and came here to encourage you to remain steadfast, stand for what you believe in and continue to pursue whatever objectives you set to achieve.”
 
 
Other members of the Northern Reawakening Forum at the meeting included the Forum’s Vice Chairman, Hon. Tajudeen Dantata; members of the Forum’s executive council, Hajiya Hauwa Abbas; Mr Iliya Stephen Mshelizah, and Jack Yakubu Pam, among others.
 
 
The Forum is made up of professionals, politics and business people from the North. 
 
 
 
  
*Laolu Akande*
*Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity*
*Office of the Vice President*
*19th January 2023*

PHOTO : Vice President Yemi Osinbajo SAN presides over the Federal
Executive Council Meeting at the Statehouse, Abuja.

This will be his first time of of presiding over FEC in the year 2023.

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, was in Ogun State, as a Keynote Speaker at the Centenary Celebration of the Baptist Boys High School (BBHS), held in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, on Tuesday, January 17, 2023.

This is contrary to a report claiming that Prof Osinbajo would be making his debut appearance at the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential rally scheduled to hold in Ilorin, Kwara State, on the same day.

The spokesperson to the VP, Laolu Akande, disclosed his principal’s whereabouts in a tweet on his verified Twitter handle, and this appeared to have dismissed the viral report.

Akande in his tweet said Prof Yemi Osinbajo would be attending the Centenary celeberations of the Baptist Boys High School (BBHS), Abeokuta today as the event’s keynote speaker.

In his post earlier on Tuesday, the Akande also hinted at the VP’s return from Liberia where he had gone to interact with young people and leaders in the west African country.

His post reads: “VP Osinbajo was in Monrovia yesterday where he interacted with young people & leaders who poured encomiums on his contributions as a leader in Africa. He is back in Abuja & headlining the Centenary celebration of Baptist Boys High School in Abeokuta today as keynote speaker.”

Earlier, a section of the media had reported that the Vice President was expected to attend the APC presidential rally in Kwara State to stand in for President Muhammadu Buhari who would be in the Mauritanian capital for an award ceremony on that same day.

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Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, has urged young people to learn from history rather than repeat it or allow it to jeopardise a better future, just as the Liberian President, his deputy and different Liberian groups welcomed, decorated him with traditional recognitions and awards at a youth forum yesterday in Monrovia.

The Nigerian Vice President was the Special Guest of Honour at a youth forum to mark the 60th birthday of the Liberian Vice President, Dr. Jewel Howard-Taylor. But he was first received in Monrovia by President George Weah who held talks with him and welcomed him to the West African nation, expressing appreciation for the VP's one-day visit.

Later at the youth forum themed "Conversation with the Vice President and Young People," Dr. Howard-Taylor, in her welcome remarks, described her Nigerian counterpart as a humble and selfless leader who inspires hope for a better Africa.

Commending Prof Osinbajo, Dr. Howard-Taylor said, "he is the most humble politician in Africa” and noted that emerging leaders across the continent have so much to learn from his humility and commitment to service.

Also at the event, the Vice President was honoured with an award of Distinguished Service to Humanity - for his exemplary service to the development of Nigeria, Liberia, West Africa, and the rest of the continent - by Liberian youths, about 400 of whom were part of the event.

Presenting the award plaque to the VP, the co-host of the event and youth activist, Mr. Benjamin Sanvee, said the award was in appreciation of “all your service, everything that you have done and will continue to do.”

According to him, “this is in deep appreciation for years of stellar service to Nigeria, Liberia, to the ECOWAS region, the continent of Africa and the world at large. We, the youth of Liberia, and by extension, the youth of Africa, are proud to present to you this symbol of appreciation.

“You are a shining example of an exceptional, selfless and exemplary leader, who is quietly and steadily, not just a source of inspiration for Africa’s youths, but you have impacted the lives of millions around the continent in so many ways.

“You are a rare and outstanding leader and we thank you for all that you do and will still continue to do. I present this plaque to you, on behalf of young Africans, as one of Africa’s most outstanding leaders,” the youth leader added.

Furthermore, Prof. Osinbajo was decorated at the event with the traditional title of "Chief Flomo Barwolor" meaning “the light to the people.” This traditional title was presented by a Liberian Cultural group led by Ambassador Madam Julee Endee.

Fielding questions earlier during the conversation with Liberian youths, Vice President Osinbajo spoke on learning from past experiences.

According to him “every sensible person learns from history rather than from experience, because if you wait to learn from experience, you will suffer. What you are supposed to do with history and your past, is to learn from it and never let it repeat itself.”

He continued: “one of the most important things for young people is that you must bear in mind all the time that your history is not your destiny, it is just part of your story. Your destiny is what you have decided, where you are going and you will get there as long as you don’t allow the tyrant and oppressor of history to hold you back.”

Encouraging the young people in the hall, the VP urged them to leverage opportunities offered by emerging technologies to improve themselves educationally and economically, noting that the benefits of technological innovations are numerous.

For instance, when asked about the impact and prevalence of Social Media, Prof. Osinbajo said “I think that social media is a blessing for everyone, not just for politicians but the electorate and others. The platforms are so crucial in being able to communicate and it is also important to recognize that every generation has its own technology.

“It has its abuses and downsides, but you must make sure you maximize its real advantages. One of the main advantages is that for people like us born decades ago, to do simple research, you’d have to actually go to a library. Today, I can do all my research with just my iPad, while I am sitting down practically anywhere, as long as I have Internet connectivity.”

Prof. Osinbajo added that “young people are at the most advanced moment in human history. One of the interesting things is that your smartphones have more computing power than all the computing power that took the Apollo 11 spacecraft to the moon.

“In terms of advancement, this generation doesn’t compare to any before it. We, who are older than you, are enjoying your generation’s technology, and I hope and pray that you would take full advantage of it to expand your knowledge, and scope of activities, and for broadening enterprise and your communication with other people.”

The forum was also attended by the First Lady of Sierra Leone, Madame Fatima Maada Bio. She commended Prof. Osinbajo for his exemplary leadership, especially in promoting the cause of a better Africa for all. She also took questions and interacted with the young people at the forum, sharing the platform with the Nigerian and Liberian VPs.

Also, while in Monrovia, Prof. Osinbajo made a brief stop at the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center For Women Development, to participate in the programme for the ECOWAS Human Rights Day, which also coincided with the 5th anniversary of Ms Sirleaf’s post- presidency.

In his remarks there, Prof. Osinbajo applauded the contributions of the former Liberian President to the development of the country both in and outside office, noting that “one of the things you have been able to show is not just that it is possible to serve well, but also to serve out of office and to do perhaps more.

“What you have done since you left office, has had perhaps more impact, especially around Africa, and we are really proud of the work you have done and your achievements. We pray that there will even be greater achievements in the future,” the VP added.

Former President Sirleaf welcomed the Vice President to Liberia and urged him to ensure there is more female participation in governance and politics in Africa.

Prof. Osinbajo was accompanied to the meeting with former President Sirleaf by his host and Liberian counterpart.

*Laolu Akande*
*Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity*
*Office of the Vice President*
*17th January, 2023*

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN is the Special Guest of Honour today at a forum tagged "Conversation with the Vice President and Young People," hosted by his Liberian counterpart Dr. Jewel Howard-Taylor.

The VP who will depart Abuja for Monrovia this morning for the one-day visit to the West African nation, will also have a bilateral meeting with President George Weah of Liberia.

At the forum which is part of activities marking the 60th birthday celebrations of Dr. Howard-Taylor, Prof. Osinbajo and other leaders from West Africa would interact with a group of selected 400 emerging leaders "sharing their growth, struggles, attainment, accomplishments and secrets," according to information from the Office of the Liberian Vice President.

Vice President Osinbajo is accompanied by the Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory, Hajiya Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu and the Special Adviser to the President on Social Investment, Hajiya Mariam Uwais.

He is expected back in Abuja later today.

Laolu Akande
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity
Office of the Vice President
16th January, 2023