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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
The lawmaker representing Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Engr. Aderemi Oseni, has mourned the death of a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State and former member of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Akeem Abimbola Oladipupo, popularly known as Able, describing his demise as a painful loss to the progressive family.
Oladipupo, who represented Ibadan North-West Constituency in the Oyo State House of Assembly, was widely regarded as a grassroots politician and committed party loyalist until his passing.
Oseni, who is also the Chairman, House Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency and the APC candidate for Oyo South Senatorial District, said the late politician’s death had created a vacuum within the party and among those who benefitted from his unwavering commitment to public service.
In a condolence statement issued on Monday by his Media Aide, Idowu Ayodele, and made available to journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, the federal lawmaker described the late Oladipupo as a dependable progressive, humble political actor and loyal party stalwart whose impact would remain indelible.
He said the deceased dedicated his life to serving humanity, strengthening the progressive movement and supporting the aspirations of many at the grassroots.
Oseni said, “The death of Hon. Akeem Abimbola Oladipupo (Able) came to me as a rude shock. Oyo State and the progressive family have indeed lost a committed, loyal and selfless leader whose passion for service, humility and dedication to the people stood him out.
“He was not just a politician but a bridge-builder, a dependable ally and a grassroots mobiliser who believed strongly in the ideals of our great party. His contributions to the growth of the APC in Oyo State and his service to humanity will remain unforgettable.”
The APC senatorial candidate noted that the late former lawmaker remained steadfast in promoting peace, unity and political development, adding that his simplicity and accessibility endeared him to many across political divides.
According to Oseni, the late politician’s legacy of service and sacrifice would continue to inspire younger politicians and party faithful.
He, however, urged members of the APC, associates and family members of the deceased to take solace in the remarkable life he lived and the positive impact he made during his lifetime.
Oseni also prayed for the repose of the deceased’s soul and for God to grant his family the fortitude to bear the painful loss.
State governors have proposed a new national minimum wage of N100,000 for Nigerian workers as part of efforts to cushion them from the biting effects of inflation and the rising cost of living.
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State, who is also the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), disclosed the proposal on Saturday in a post by the state government’s official Facebook page. He said the move aims to improve workers’ welfare while ensuring that government finances remain sustainable.
“State governments recognise the urgent need to improve workers’ welfare in response to the current economic realities facing Nigerians,” AbdulRazaq said.
“We are actively engaging with the Federal Government and organised labour to arrive at a wage structure that is fair to workers and sustainable for government finances.”
The NGF chairman explained that ongoing discussions are focused on balancing the need to boost workers’ purchasing power with the capacity of governments to deliver essential public services and development projects.
“The goal is to improve the living conditions of workers while ensuring that states can continue to meet their obligations and sustain projects that directly impact citizens,” he added.
The proposed N100,000 minimum wage is expected to intensify national debates on salaries, inflation, and broader economic reforms as Nigerians continue to contend with rising food prices, transportation costs, and other living expenses.
Currently, Nigeria’s statutory minimum wage stands at N70,000 per month. Some states, including Lagos, Rivers, and Imo, are already paying above the national benchmark to support workers amid the country’s economic challenges.
Meanwhile, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has continued to call for a comprehensive review of salaries, insisting that workers deserve a living wage that reflects present-day economic realities rather than merely guaranteeing survival.
The average retail price paid by consumers for Premium Motor Spirit, popularly known as petrol, rose to N1,532.93 per litre in April 2026, representing a 23.69 per cent increase compared to the N1,239.33 recorded in the corresponding period of 2025, findings by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) have shown.
The sharp rise in petrol prices came amid mounting inflationary pressure and worsening living costs, with Nigerians grappling with soaring transportation and food expenses that have continued to shrink household purchasing power.
The NBS disclosed this in its Premium Motor Spirit (Petrol) Price Watch for April 2026, released on Friday.
The report further showed that on a month-on-month basis, petrol prices rose by 18.97 per cent from N1,288.54 recorded in March 2026, underscoring persistent volatility in the downstream petroleum market.
A breakdown of prices across states revealed that Yobe recorded the highest average retail price for petrol at N1,599.05 per litre during the review period.
Edo and Bauchi followed closely with average prices of N1,595.74 and N1,589.07, respectively.
However, Niger residents paid the least for petrol at an average of N1,403.89 per litre, while Sokoto and Katsina recorded N1,404.16 and N1,406.28 respectively.
At the zonal level, the South-South recorded the highest average retail price at N1,566.76 per litre, while the North-West posted the lowest at N1,508.81.
The latest petrol price increase comes as millions of Nigerians continue to battle the ripple effects of rising inflation, with higher energy costs worsening transportation fares and the prices of essential commodities.
Similarly, the NBS said the average retail price for refilling a 5kg cylinder of Liquefied Petroleum Gas, also known as cooking gas, rose by 13.73 per cent month-on-month to N8,706.93 in April 2026 from N7,655.73 recorded in March.
On a year-on-year basis, the price increased by 10.42 per cent from N7,885.60 recorded in April 2025.
Lagos recorded the highest average price for refilling a 5kg cylinder at N9,745.10, followed by Nasarawa at N9,451.70 and Bayelsa at N9,422.74.
In contrast, Anambra recorded the lowest average price at N7,204.76, while Ondo and Ogun followed with N7,239.49 and N7,825.75, respectively.
At the regional level, the North-West recorded the highest average retail price for refilling a 5kg cylinder at N9,025.07, followed by the North-East at N8,847.16, while the South-East posted the lowest average price at N8,224.37.
Also, the average retail price for refilling a 12.5kg cylinder of cooking gas increased by 13.89 per cent month-on-month to N22,382.20 in April 2026 from N19,652.83 in March.
Compared to April 2025, the price rose by 10.43 per cent from N20,268.06.
According to the NBS LPG Price Watch for April, Katsina recorded the highest average retail price for refilling a 12.5kg cylinder at N25,596.71, followed by Kogi at N24,558.25 and Gombe at N24,438.97.
Ogun recorded the lowest average price at N19,564.36, while Bauchi and Anambra followed at N20,178.87 and N20,511.90 respectively.
The North-West recorded the highest zonal average retail price for refilling a 12.5kg cylinder at N23,276.95, followed by the North-Central at N22,865.29, while the South-East posted the lowest average at N21,060.92.
The latest figures signal growing pressure on household energy costs, raising concerns over the implications for inflation and the cost of living in the coming months.
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