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Ayandele, Ibarapa Obas pay condolence visit to late Olubadan’s family
A prominent Ibarapa son and All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Oyo state, Dr. Olusola Ayandele, on Friday, paid condolence visit on the family of late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji.
Ayandele had led a delegation of other prominent traditional rulers and indigenes of Ibarapa to the Popoyemoja palace of the late monarch.
The delegation was received at the Popoyemoja palace of the late Oba Adetujnji by his widow, Olori Rashidat Adetunji, children and aides.
On the entourage were Hon. Ademola Ojo, a former Chairman of Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Oyo State and Hon. Fatai Salau, a former Commissioner for Special Duties.
Among the traditional rulers on the delegation are Oba Kingsley Onikola, the Onidere of Idere, Oba Adedamola Badmus, Olu-Aso of Iberekodo and Oba Ewuola Okeniyi, Asawo of Ayete.
Others are Oba Sunday Oladejo, Onilala of Lanlate and High Chief Olaide Ojedapo, the Baale of Aborerin who represented the Eleruwa of Eruwa, Alhaji Wale Sanusi, Alhaji Adisa Gbayawu, Alhaji Kola Amoo, Akeem Adeniran, Alhaji Wale (Adedibu ) and Taiwo Moteleola.
Ayandele, who is also a Senatorial hopeful, described the late Oba Adetunji as a great traditional ruler who contributed immensely to the development of Ibadan, Oyo State and Nigeria.
He said that the late Oba Adetunji lived a fulfilled life, adding his reign was very peaceful and development-driven.
The APC chieftain recounted the agelong relationship between Ibadan and Ibarapa, praying that the relationship continue to wax stronger.
Ayandele condoled with the widow, children and all indigenes of Ibadan, praying that God grant the late traditional ruler eternal rest.
Oba Kingsley Onikola, the Onidere of Idere, described the late Oba Adetunji as a peace-loving traditional ruler who was friendly to all irrespective of their social status, religious or political affiliations.
The traditional ruler also eulogised the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, saying his reign was brought peace and development to Ibadanland.
The APC chieftain later visited the Alarere residence of Olubadan designate, High Chief Lekan Balogun, who is currently the Otun-Olubadan of Ibadanland.
Balogun was joined by Osi-Balogun, High Chief Lateef Adebimpe and Ekaarun Olubadan, High Chief Hamidu Ajibade respectively to receive the entourage.
Ayandele had told Balogun that the existing tie between Ibadan and Ibarapa would be strengthened during Balogun’s reign.
He expressed optimism that the reign of Balogun would be peaceful and bring into fruition the elusive Ibadan State which Ibarapa division would be part of.
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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