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Group Empowers 150 indigent citizens, Says Ekiti Has no Reason to Be Poor

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Ekit Development Front (EDF), has attributed the poor handling of the economy under Governor Ayodele Fayose led Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) government as the root cause of high level of poverty in the state.

The group noted that the state has abundant human and material resources that could be deployed for Ekiti economic prosperity, if they are judiciously harnessed by the present administration.

EDF said this in Ikere Ekiti on Wednesday while empowering 150 residents of Ekiti South senatorial district, comprising Ikere, Gbonyin, Ekiti East, Emure, Ekiti Southwest and Ise/Orun councils.

Materials donated include, Clippers, Dryers, sewing machines, compressors, generating sets, mixers, food stuff, washing machines, grinding machines and cash gifts.

The group also flagged off its social security scheme, where beneficiaries will be receiving monthly stipends if criteria set are met in line with the model set by Dr. Kayode Fayemi while superintending over the state.

The EDF Coordinator, Barrister Adeoye Aribasoye, while addressing the beneficiaries, advised that the best way for anyone to escape the menace of poverty is to be economically active.

Aribasoye noted that the self-employment has become the veritable way for people to get engaged in productive jobs with the dearth of white collar jobs at both state and the federal levels.

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“There is no job now in the state, because we have a government that can’t think outside the box to create wealth for its people.

“If a government is claiming that it has employed people, it doesn’t mean you have taken them into the state civil service. A government can create opportunities through private individuals and give support to the organizations to be able to pay those in its employ.

“It happened under Governor Kayode Fayemi’s regime when the State Job Creation Agency partnered with private bodies for the training of unemployed graduates for them to be self reliant.

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“ Government at that time would pay for the training and also paid the salaries of those employed by the private organizations for some time.

“We are pleading with you to use this opportunity very well. In a modern economy we are, one can begin a business with little amount and with dedication, he can go places.

“This organization doesn’t believe in tokenism. We could have given you a sachet of rice and N1,000, but these will take you nowhere.

“But with the little we have given you, you can start something on your own and with dedication and commitment to what you are doing, sky would be your starting point”, he said.

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Aribasoye assured that the organization will continue to partner with private individuals and philanthropy bodies to put smiles on the faces of the people.

The coordinator said time has come for individuals and organization to begin to champion philanthropic gestures, to serve as a bulwark and reinforce the opportunities for the ones being provided by the government at all levels.

“What we are doing is not politically inclined, we are doing it to reduce poverty. And whatever we give out doesn’t have political colouration. We perceived all Ekiti indigenes as one, whether you are PDP or APC.

“We shall continue to relate with Ekiti people irrespective of class, political affiliations and ethnic affinity, because making Ekiti a good place for all is our utmost aim and that we shall achieve”, he stated.

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NDLEA Arrests Hair Stylist, Dispatch Rider for Allegedly Selling Drug-Laced Chin-Chin to Students in Bayelsa

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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended a 20-year-old hair stylist, Josephine Odunu, and a 30-year-old dispatch rider, Edesemi Ikporo, for allegedly peddling illicit drug-laced chin-chin to school students and at social gatherings in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.

NDLEA Spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, stated on Sunday that officers on patrol around the Opolo area of Yenagoa intercepted Edesemi, recovering 200 grams of chin-chin infused with cannabis sativa, intended for delivery to a buyer on Sunday, March 10, 2024.

“A swift follow-up operation led to the arrest of the hairdresser, Josephine, who distributes the drugged chin-chin from the salon where she works in the Kpansia area of Yenagoa,” Babafemi remarked.

He revealed that a search of the salon resulted in the discovery of an additional 3.00 kilograms of the illicit substance, bringing the total weight seized from the duo to 3.2 kilograms.

Investigations uncovered that they frequently distributed the drug-laced chin-chin, often mixed with cannabis and tramadol, to students and at birthday parties.

“While Edesemi handled the delivery to buyers, Josephine served as a major distributor to a wanted suspect involved in the production of the drugged chin-chin,” Babafemi added.

In a related development, NDLEA operatives in Adamawa State apprehended two wanted suspects, Ajim Samuel (aka Boss), 30, and Davidson John Joshua (aka Dantala), 36, on Wednesday, March 13. The suspects were intercepted along the Numan-Jalingo road, carrying 14,428 pills of tramadol concealed in their vehicle, along with 21 grams of cannabis and monetary exhibits totaling N19,280.

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Also, in Osun State, a commercial bus driver, Ogunleye Adegoke, 49, was arrested along the Gbongan-Ibadan road after NDLEA operatives discovered 2,000 capsules of tramadol, 60 tablets of rohypnol, and 10 bottles of codeine syrup concealed in the spare tire compartment of his vehicle.

The NDLEA’s statement highlighted numerous other arrests and seizures across various states, emphasizing the agency’s continued efforts in the War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) advocacy campaign nationwide.

Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd), commended the outstanding feats of officers and men across different commands for intensifying WADA advocacy lectures, balancing drug supply reduction and drug demand reduction efforts effectively.

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Oba Balogun Integral to My Political Journey – Olafisoye Mourns Late Olubadan

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A member of the Federal House of Representatives, Hon. (Prince) Olafisoye Wasiu Akinmoyede, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Mahood Lekan Balogun, describing it as a personal loss to him and the entire indigenes of Lagelu Local Government area of Oyo State.

In a heartfelt condolence message addressed to the government of Oyo State, the Chairman of Lagelu Local Government, the Lagun family in Lagelu, where Oba Balogun hailed from, and the entire indigenes of Ibadan, the lawmaker conveyed his grief and sympathy for the demise of Oba Lekan Balogun, who passed away on Thursday night, just a few days after celebrating his second anniversary on the throne as the Olubadan of Ibadan land.

“Hon. Lafi,” representing the Akinyele/Lagelu federal constituency, expressed, “Though late Oba Balogun’s reign was short, it was monumental and historic to the people of the ancient city of Ibadan and humanity in general.”

Recalling the pivotal role played by the late Oba Lekan Balogun in his political journey, Hon. Lafi emphasized that the deceased monarch was instrumental in his career, providing both financial and moral support from his days as a councilor up to his current position as a federal lawmaker.

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The lawmaker extended his condolences to Governor Seyi Makinde, the Chairman of Lagelu Local Government, the Olubadan-In-Council, immediate and extended members of the Lagun family, and all Ibadan indigenes.

He assured them that the entire constituents of Akinyele/Lagelu stand in solidarity with them, offering prayers and support during this period of grief.

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Oyo: Oseni Mourns Late Olubadan, Reveres Oba Balogun’s Legacy

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A member of the House of Representatives, Engr. Aderemi Oseni, on Friday, described the late Olubadan of Ibadanland in Oyo State, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Mohood Olalekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II, as a patriot and custodian of Yoruba values who gave his best while on the throne.

The late Oba Balogun, aged 82, who was the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadan Land, died at the University College Hospital (UCH) Ibadan a few hours after he was admitted to the tertiary health facility on Thursday night.

Oseni, who represents Ibarapa East/Ido federal constituency, said in his condolence message that the contributions of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland to the political, social, and economic life of the ancient city would remain indelible in the hearts and minds of those who interacted with him in politics and socio-economic life.

The Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA), in a statement by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele, added that Oba Balogun left an indelible mark and epitomised the qualities of a passionate leader on the Nigerian political plane and in business, using his knowledge and skill to serve God, his people, and the government in various capacities.

The lawmaker expressed his condolences to the Governor Seyi Makinde-led Oyo state government, Oba Balogun’s family, the Olubadan-in-Council, the State Traditional Council, and the people of Ibadanland and Oyo State at large.

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“Undoubtedly, our esteemed Olubadan wielded his influential presence to advocate for peace, harmony, and progress in Ibadan land and throughout Oyo State during his impactful two-year reign on the throne of his ancestors.

“Oba Balogun departed at a pivotal juncture in our nation’s history, leaving behind a void of his sagacious guidance and wealth of experience sorely needed. I implore Governor Seyi Makinde, the Olubadan-in-Council, the State Traditional Council, the people of Ibadan land and Oyo State, as well as all members of his immediate and extended family, to find solace in the enduring legacy and indelible mark he leaves behind,” the statement read.

Oseni offered prayers for the repose of the deceased monarch’s soul.

 

 

 

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