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Oyo federal poly lauds Tinubu over Adedeji’s appointment as special adviser on revenue
The management of Federal Polytechnic, Ayede, Oyo State, on Thursday, applauded President Bola Tinubu over the appointment of the immediate Executive Secretary of National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) and former Commissioner for Finance in the state, Mr. Zacch Adedeji, as his special adviser on revenue.
Federal Polytechnic Ayede, through its Rector, Dr. Taofeek Abdul-Hameed, also congratulated Adedeji, noting that it is an appointment well deserved for the progress of the nation.
The late Ex-Governor Abiola Ajimobi’s aide, Adedeji, is an indigene of the Iwo Ate community in Ogo Oluwa local government area of Oyo State, the permanent site of the Polytechnic.
A statement by the institution’s Public Relations and Protocol Officer, Mr. Sunday Adepoju, made Thursday indicated that the avalanche of experience of Adedeji in different sectors of the economy would be brought to the system to expand the scope of opportunities for Nigerians.
“On behalf of our Governing Council ably led by Prof. Dakas C. J. Dakas (SAN), Principal Officers, Management, staff, and students of Federal Polytechnic, Ayede, I commend President Bola Tinubu for appointing an illustrious son of Iwo Ate in Ogo Oluwa Local Government Area where our permanent site is located, Hon. Zacch Adelabu Adedeji as Special Adviser on Revenue.
“We, therefore, want to congratulate Hon. Adedeji, an astute professional, on the appointment which, we believe, will bring good fortunes to the country and humanity at large.
“We wish you excellent performance in the national assignment given unto you and the confidence reposed in you by His Excellency, President Tinubu.
“Greater heights, Sir, in the assignment”, the statement read.
Adedeji, a first-class graduate of Accounting from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, is an astute accountant, corporate tax and public finance development expert.
The presidential aide, who, also holds a certificate in Comparative Tax Policy and Administration from the Harvard Kennedy School, has over 15 years of experience in corporate accounting, public service administration, and public service advisory for corporate multinamultinationals governments and the Federal Government of Nigeria.
He is the co-founder and managing partner of RTR, a financial consulting firm that provides financial advisory and policy development services to public administrators and private institutions in West Africa.
US car giant Ford on Wednesday announced 4,000 more job cuts in Europe, mostly in Germany and Britain, in the latest blow to the continent’s beleaguered car industry.
“The company has incurred significant losses in recent years,” Ford said in a statement, blaming “the industry shift to electrified vehicles and new competition”.
The move will affect 2,900 jobs in Germany, 800 in the UK and 300 in western Europe by the end of 2027, a Ford spokesman told AFP.
“It is critical to take difficult but decisive action to ensure Ford’s future competitiveness in Europe,” said Dave Johnston, Ford’s European vice-president in the statement.
The company also said it was adjusting the production of its Explorer and Capri models, resulting in reduced hours at its Cologne plant in the first quarter of 2025.
Europe’s car industry has been plunged into crisis by high manufacturing costs, a stuttering switch to electric vehicles and increased competition in key market China.
Germany’s Volkswagen has been among those hardest hit, announcing in September that it was considering the unprecedented move of closing some factories in Germany.
“The European automotive industry is in a very demanding and serious situation,” Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume said at the time.
Ford had already announced in February 2023 that it was planning to cut 3,800 jobs in Europe, including 2,300 in Germany and 1,300 in Britain.
The company said then it was planning to reduce the number of models developed for Europe, concentrate on the profitable van segment and speed up the transition to electric vehicles.
Ford currently has around 28,000 employees in Europe with 15,000 in Germany, according to the company’s works council.
President Bola Tinubu has approved the dissolution of the Governing Council of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, Anambra State, and the removal of the institution’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Bernard Ifeanyi Odoh, and Registrar, Mrs. Rosemary Ifoema Nwokike.
The council, chaired by Ambassador Greg Ozumba Mbadiwe, comprised five other members: Hafiz Oladejo, Augustine Onyedebelu, Engr. Amioleran Osahon, and Rtd. Gen. Funsho Oyeneyin.
A statement released on Wednesday by presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, revealed that the council was dissolved following reports of procedural violations in appointing the vice-chancellor.
According to the statement, the council had allegedly appointed an unqualified candidate, disregarding due process, which triggered tensions between the university’s Senate and the council.
The Federal Government expressed dismay over the council’s actions, emphasizing the need for adherence to the university’s governing laws in decision-making.
“The council’s disregard for established rules necessitated the government’s intervention to restore order to the 33-year-old institution,” the statement noted.
In a related development, President Tinubu also approved the dismissal of Engr. Ohieku Muhammed Salami, the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, Benue State.
Salami was accused of suspending the university’s Vice-Chancellor without following the prescribed procedures, a move the Federal Ministry of Education had previously directed him to reverse.
Despite the Ministry’s directives, Salami reportedly refused to comply and resorted to issuing threats and abusive remarks towards the Ministry’s officials, including the Permanent Secretary.
The Federal Government reiterated that the primary role of university councils is to ensure the smooth operation of academic activities, strictly adhering to the laws establishing each institution.
Tinubu warned university councils against engaging in actions that could destabilize their institutions, as his administration remains committed to enhancing the nation’s education system.
The Ekiti State Government has reached an agreement with labour leaders in the state, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the payment of the N70,000 minimum wage approved by the Federal Government.
Addressing journalists at a brief ceremony in Ado-Ekiti on Tuesday, the Head of Service (HoS), Dr. Folakemi Olomojobi, announced that the payment would commence immediately.
She lauded Governor Biodun Oyebanji for prioritizing the welfare of workers despite the state’s limited resources.
“This development demonstrates the governor’s commitment to improving the livelihood of our workers,” Dr. Olomojobi stated, highlighting the proactive measures taken by the administration to ensure prompt implementation.
In their remarks, the Trade Union Congress (TUC) Chairman, Comrade Sola Adigun, and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Chairman, Comrade Olatunde Kolapo, expressed their appreciation to Governor Oyebanji for fulfilling his promises to workers.
They confirmed that the new minimum wage would apply to all cadres, including employees in ministries, parastatals, agencies, and pensioners.
The Chairman of the Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC), Comrade Femi Ajoloko, described the implementation as a fair and commendable adjustment.
“This decision reflects the governor’s magnanimity and his dedication to fostering a productive workforce in Ekiti State,” he said.
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