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OLUWO TO INSTALL YORUBA MONARCH IN CANADA.
A far famed traditional ruler in Osun State, Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has unearthed his plan to install a monarch for the Yoruba community in Canada.
This followed an interactive town hall meeting organized by the Yoruba Community Association (YCA) in Canada held at Thistletown Community Centre in Toronto. According to a press statement issued by his press secretary, Alli Ibraheem, Oluwo said Yoruba community in Canada are dedicated and deserve to have monarch to be appointed on merit primarily measure by his contribution to Yoruba community at large.
Oluwo noted that the step is needful considering the population and contribution of Yoruba to Canada in all ramification.
The royal father stressed that there will also be provision for the appointment of municipal heads popularly called Baales and chiefs after the installation of Yoruba monarch.
He expressed optimism of seeking approval of the governor, state of Osun, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola whom he described as progressive governor for the ratification and onward endorsement.
The custodian of culture added that the purpose is not only to register Yoruba presence in Canada but also to educate Yoruba children on the establishment and conduct of traditional rulers as an integral aspect of our culture.
Oba Akanbi paid a glowing tribute to YCA for sustaining the association, just as he urged them to mandate the teaching of Yoruba language and culture for their children.
“I have a special package for you today as one of you before I became traditional ruler. I want Yoruba community in Canada to have Oba (monarch). Apart from due for it, we need to establish the conduct of traditional system of governance and cultural practice to Yoruba children here in Canada. We will start with the appointment of monarch after which municipal heads and chiefs follow”, he said.
Oluwo, decked in “agbada” made from “aso oke”, hinted further that he may begin the process with the installation of Baale, who will eventually be upgraded to Obaship status.
He continued, “the Oba will be approved duely signed and registered in Nigeria with certificate. I will forward the certificate to the governor for ratification of the Oba. I have 32 kings under me in Iwoland where I am the consenting authority to the stools. So, I am a consenting authority to install kings and I can do that here in Canada as one of you”.
The Monarch, also pleaded for unity among the Yoruba indigenes in Canada in the selection of the right candidate, praying for the choice of credible candidate of remarkable achievements to the Yoruba community.
The choice of the qualified candidate will base on what the person has done for the Yoruba community and who can propel the progress of the association”, Oluwo reiterated.
“It is a way of empowering them to be close to Nigeria and also a rallying point in connecting with the Canadian government with a constituted authority in a traditional way. We will be appointing Baale first and then upgraded to kingship status”.
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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