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Insecurity: Oyo govt. lauds Ilaji Resort Boss, Sanusi for consistent philanthropic gestures
- donates another vehicle to vigilante group
Oyo state government has commended the Ibadan based Investor and Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Ilaji Hotels and Sports Resort, Chief Dotun Sanusi for his consistent efforts geared towards the security of lives and property in the state.
Governor Makinde gave the commendation through his Special Adviser on Security, CP Fatai Owoseni (rtd) while handing over the Sienna Car key donated by Chief Sanusi to Oyo state Volunteering Policing sector, an umbrella body for various Vigilante groups in the State.
The Sienna car key which was handed over to Comerade Kazeem Omotosho, the group’s representative, who is also the President, Irorun Omo Oduduwa was collected amidst prayers and praises for donor.
CP Owoseni expressed the profound appreciation of the state government to Chief Sanisi over his constant gestures to security personnel in Oyo State which according to him has contributed immensely to the community policing in Ibadan in particular and Oyo State in general.
He said, “I want to use this medium to commend Chief Dotun Sanusi for this kind gesture. There is no doubt, this vehicle donated by Chief Dotun Sanusi to our vigilante group on behalf of Oyo State government will go a long way in making our state to continue to enjoy the relative peace it is known for.
“From my record, this is not the first vehicle donated by Chief Sanusi to the vigilante group with a view to ensuring that peace continue to reign in Oyo State. It shows the kind of heart he has and his love for this State.
“There is no doubt that this is a welcome development and this is what the state government has always been advocating for; security is not something that should be left for government alone. We want to use this opportunity to appeal to other wealth-to-do people like Chief Sanusi to take a cue from him and join hands with Governor Seyi Makinde-led government with a view to making Oyo State a peaceful one ,” Owoseni added.
Delivering his appreciation on behalf of other members of his group, Comrade Omotosho lauded Chief Sanusi for constantly providing the needs of his members saying that the car given to them will go a long way in aiding their mobility within and outside Ibadan.
He stated further that with the Car in their custody they will re-double their efforts and ensure that insecurity is reduced to the barest minimum in the state.
Fielding questions from the newsmen in attendance during the handing over, Dr. Nureni Ajijolaanobi, President Soludero Vigilante Group, eulogised Chief Sanusi for standing by the group during the thin and thick period, stressing that, besides the financial contributions by Sanusi to the group, he has always seen to the welfare of the group’s members which according to him has encouraged them to give their all.
“A lot of people need to know that our father, Chief Sanusi has done a lot for us. During any crisis period, beside giving us money to take care of our welfare, he always call us to ask after our safety.
“He donated a vehicle to us sometimes last year and even after that he has seen to our feeding and welfare. We want to appeal to other wealthy people to emulate his character. There are quite a lot of things that he does for us that no one knows about it. With this new vehicle, the residents of this state should forget about kidnappers and bandits. We would flush them out wherever they are.
“We also want to appreciate our governor too. He has absorbed us into the security system of this state and this is the reason why we shall continue to double our efforts targeted peaceful coexistence of good people of Oyo state.
It will be recalled that Chief Sanusi was formally the Patron of Police Community Relations Committee (PCRS), Oyo State Command before he was installed as the Grand Patron of the command during his birthday celebration last year October.
Chief Dotun Sanusi is an Ibadan born Petroleum Engineer who has investment in Oil and Gas, education, hospitality and tourism, aviation, transportation among others
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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