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Oyo APC leaders laud Dapo Lam Adesina’s performance.
LEADERS of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo state has commended Hon. Dapo Lam Adesina, who represents Ibadan North East/South East Federal constituency for executing people-oriented projects in his constituency.
The leaders gave this commendation on Tuesday during the presentation of bursary for indigent students of tertiary institutions in memory of his late father, the former governor of the state, Alhaji Lamidi Adesina under his Omo Oloore Educational Support Scheme tagged “Lam Adesina Bursary” held at Ayisatu Asabi Hall, Felele, in Ibadan, the state capital.
Speaking at the event, Chief Ayo Eniade said the leaders were satisfied and overwhelmed with the various projects executed by the lawmaker in the area.
The APC chieftain stressed that they were happy with the performance of Dapo Lam Adesina in bringing the dividends of democracy to the constituency.
One of respected APC leaders in Oyo state, Chief Eniade addressing the gathering yesterday.
He maintained that the people would particularly remain grateful.
According to the state secretary of APC, Hon. Mojeed Olaoya, ” this is not the first time that Dapo Lam Adesina will be awarding bursary and executing other empowerment programmes. He is fulfilling his promises”.
“The son of our leader is replicating his father’s utmost philosophy, thus we are not amazed , it is expected of him. Dapo is doing well and we are very proud of him”, he added.
Hon Lam Adesina in a group photograph with the beneficiaries.
In a related development, another APC Chieftain in the state and a former Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Dr. Kola Balogun, also added that he was not surprised with the performance of the lawmaker, disclosing that he has been watching him keenly for long.
Balogun said, “I knew his father. He was one of the few progressives who practised what they preached. I was surprised the day he came to visit me, uninvited. I was humbled”.
The leaders jointly advised the young lawmaker to remain focused in the days and years ahead at bringing development to his people, “we appreciate the much the lawmaker has done for his constituents and for the state in general, he is truly a good representative”.
Cross section of the beneficiaries selected from various schools.
One of the beneficiaries, Latifah Ibitoye, a student of the University of Ibadan expressed appreciation to the lawmaker for his commitment to human capital development in Oyo State.
In his response, the former commissioner, Lam Adesina reassured that no electoral promise made during the campaigns by him would go unfulfilled, saying that he remained committed to fulfilling all pledges.
He noted, ” one of the promises that we had made to the people is what we have come to fulfill today.
“This is the second time we will be organising this. I promised to set up an educational scheme. I promised that many of you will benefit from the scheme. I am very sure that we are transparent enough in the selection of beneficiaries. I can assure you that those who are yet to benefit will also be considered in the future.”
Thanking the leaders for their support, he urged the beneficiaries to make judicious use of the gesture.
No fewer than one hundred and fifty (150) students benefited from the second phase of the programme which had in attendance, the mother of the lawmaker, Alhaja Sarat Adesina, Hon. Sakiru Fajinmi, Engr. Kayode Arowolo, Caretaker Chairman of Ibadan East LCDA, Prince Gbade Lana and his counterpart, Mr Jonathan Ogundiwin, Caretaker Chairman, Ibadan North East Local Government amongst 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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