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Ondo Assembly Summons Amotekun Commander On Security, Kidnapping
Ondo Assembly Summons Amotekun Commander On Security, Kidnapping
Ondo assembly summons Amotekun commander on security, Kidnapping. Presiding at a plenary session of the assembly on Tuesday, the speaker of the House, Olamide Oladiji, bemoaned the incessant kidnapping by bandits.
The Ondo State House of Assembly has summoned the commander of the Amotekun Corps, Adetunji Adeleye, over the prevailing security challenges – particularly kidnapping in the state.
Aside from Mr Adeleye, the assembly also asked Gbenga Atiba, the senior special assistant (SSA), to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to appear before the parliament next week.
Presiding at a plenary session of the assembly on Tuesday, the speaker of the House, Olamide Oladiji, bemoaned the incessant kidnapping by bandits.
Mr Oladiji said the activities of the bandits who are taking cover in the thick forest of the state are a source of concern and need to be addressed.
He also explained that the government and security agencies must work with traditional rulers to nib in the bud the activities of the bandits.
The speaker urged the government to look into the agitation for the creation of the state police and equip them with assorted weapons.
The majority leader of the assembly, Oluwole Ogunmolasuyi, explained that the state, which was known for its relative peace, is gradually turning into a bandits zone.
Mr Ogunmolasuyi said it is the best time to equip the local security outfit to fight the incessant activities of bandits headlong.
Ondo Assembly Summons Amotekun
Earlier, Kolawole Ologede, the lawmaker representing Akure North LGA, said his constituents now live in fear and can no longer go about their normal business activities.
Mr Ologede asked the state government to rejig the security architecture of the state by ending incessant killings and kidnappings in his constituents.
CAN Praised Tinubu For Federal University Of Applied Sciences Appointments
CAN praised Tinubu for Federal University of Applied Sciences appointments. The Christian Association of Nigeria has praised President Bola Tinubu for constituting the governing council of the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia.
In a statement on Tuesday, the association’s chairman for the northern region, John Hayab, described the move as a bold step for education.
The group also welcomed the appointments of Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah as pro-chancellor and chairman and Qurix Barnabas as vice-chancellor of the new university.
Federal University Of Applied Sciences
CAN described their appointments as proof of Mr Tinubu’s dedication to education and national progress, highlighting his resolve to ensure quality leadership for Nigeria’s future.
CAN urged the new team to offer visionary leadership and establish a firm foundation, which is essential for the university to attain academic distinction and drive scientific innovation.
Tinubu Reiterates Commitment To Business-Friendly Environment – Wale Edun
Tinubu reiterates commitment to business-friendly environment. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, says the federal government is committed to creating a business-friendly environment.
Mr Edun said this in a crucial meeting with the president of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, according to a statement on Tuesday by his ministry.
The meeting focused on the need to enhance private-sector participation.
The minister said the move was to boost the country’s economic growth and development, adding that the government was committed to creating a safe and conducive environment that would foster private sector investments.
Mr Edun said the aim was to unlock new economic potential and create job opportunities for the teeming youth in the country.
The minister said President Bola Tinubu was committed to creating a business-friendly environment that fosters enterprise growth.
According to the minister, the government will continue to implement supportive policies and reforms to unlock the private sector’s potential, drive innovation, and accelerate sustainable economic transformation.
Wale Edun
Mr Edun said that due to the government’s commitment to creating a business-friendly environment and the private sector’s eagerness to invest, Nigeria was poised for sustainable economic transformation and growth.
He said the partnership between the government and the Dangote Group was a significant step towards unlocking the country’s economic potential.
Why Senate President Akpabio Visits Wike In Abuja
Why senate president Akpabio visits Wike in Abuja. Senate President Godswill Akpabio visited the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, at his residence in Abuja on Tuesday.
The visit was revealed in a statement by Wike’s spokesperson, Lere Olayinka, on X (formerly Twitter).
Olayinka wrote, “The Uncommon Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, during his visit to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, in his residence today.”
Senate President Akpabio
As of the time of this report, no official statement has been issued regarding the purpose of the meeting.
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