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Oyo Govt. Expands Olubadan chieftaincy declaration review panel membership.
THE Oyo State Government has revealed it’s decision to increase the membership of the panel to review the 1957 declaration of the Olubadan of Ibadanland from seven (7) to eleven (11).
The State Government explained that the membership expansion was necessitated by the need to accommodate more concerned stakeholders in Ibadanland and the inclusion of additional views of more interested parties on the Olubadan chieftaincy issues in line with the state government’s Ajumose philosophy.
The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Mr. Bimbo Kolade, who stated this at the weekend, noted that the views being posited by concerned individuals have increased the tasks of the panel members which necessitated the inevitable increase to accommodate a wider perspective in order to ensure a thorough job by the panel.
Kolade said that the State Governor, Sen. Abiola Ajimobi had at different fora stated that the review of the declaration was not targeted at any individual but to facilitate the development, modernisation and dynamism in the traditional chieftaincy system in Ibadanland and the state in general.
He stated that Governor Ajimobi is committed to the review in transparent manner as part of his modernisation efforts in Oyo State, noting that the existing members of the panel as well as those to join them are individuals with integrity who will do justice to the review without fear, favour or sentiments.
Kolade added that the new members of the panel will be inaugurated next week in order to keep tabs of the activities of their colleagues earlier sworn in, assuring that there will be no government interference in the review panel’s activities.
It would be recalled that Governor Ajimobi had on Friday, May 19, 2017 inaugurated a seven-man judicial commission of inquiry headed by a retired High Court judge, Justice Akintunde Boade to review the Olubadan chieftaincy declaration and other related chieftaincies in Ibadanland.
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Ondo SSG, Temitayo Oluwatuyi, Dies After December Road Accident
The Government of Ondo State has announced the death of Hon. Temitayo Oluwatuyi, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), who passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025.
In a statement released by the Commissioner for Information, Wale Akinlosotu, it was revealed that the late Oluwatuyi had been involved in a severe road accident on December 15, 2024, while traveling along the Ife-Ibadan Road.
Following the incident, he was hospitalised but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries.
“It is with profound sadness that the Government of Ondo State announces the passing of Hon. Temitayo Oluwatuyi, Secretary to the State Government (SSG), on January 4, 2025,” the statement read.
Describing the late politician as a dedicated public servant, Akinlosotu highlighted his significant contributions to the growth and development of Ondo State.
“Hon. Oluwatuyi was a committed public servant whose unwavering dedication to administrative coordination, policy advisory, and implementation greatly impacted Ondo State. His loss leaves a void in our hearts and governance,” he said.
The Ondo State Government extended its heartfelt condolences to the Oluwatuyi family of Akure, as well as to his friends and associates.
“The Government of Ondo State extends its deepest condolences to the Oluwatuyi family, friends, and associates during this difficult time,” Akinlosotu added.
Further details regarding the burial arrangements of the late politician will be announced in due course.
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Nasarawa Governor Dissolves Cabinet, Relieves SSG
Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has dissolved the state’s Executive Council, marking the end of the tenure for commissioners and the Secretary to the State Government (SSG).
The announcement was made during an executive council meeting held on Friday, January 3, 2025.
Governor Sule expressed his appreciation to the outgone members of the council for their dedication and contributions to the administration and the people of Nasarawa State.
He wished them success in their future endeavors.
“I sincerely thank you for your services to this administration and the people of our dear state. I wish you the very best in your future pursuits,” the governor stated.
To ensure a smooth transition, the governor directed the outgoing commissioners to hand over all government properties and the affairs of their respective ministries to the Permanent Secretaries in their ministries.
Similarly, the outgoing Secretary to the Government is instructed to transfer responsibilities to the Permanent Secretary, Cabinet Affairs, and Special Services.
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FCT Residents to Experience Prolonged Power Outages
Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) will face extended periods of power outages beginning Monday, January 6, 2025, the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has announced.
In a statement shared via its official X handle on Friday, AEDC attributed the outages to the relocation of key power infrastructure, including the 33KV DC Airport Feeder and the 132KV Kukwaba-Apo Transmission Line Towers, along the Outer Southern Expressway.
The company disclosed that the relocation, facilitated by the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), is scheduled to span from January 6 to January 31, 2025, with power interruptions particularly concentrated between January 6 and January 21.
“Please be informed that there will be power interruptions from January 6-21, 2025, due to FCDA relocating the 33KV DC Airport Feeder and 132KV Kukwaba-Apo Transmission Line Towers along the Outer Southern Expressway,” the AEDC statement read.
Areas expected to experience power outages during the relocation period, Lugbe and its environs, Airport Road, Kapwa, NNPC, Games Village, National Stadium, Eye Clinic, Indoor Complex, Christ Embassy Church, American International School, Spring Court, American Embassy Quarters, EFCC Headquarters, Coca-Cola premises, Railway facilities and Federal Medical Centre (FMC).
Other parts are, Apo, Gudu, Gbazango, Kubwa, Bwari, Jahi, Jabi, Karu, Nyanya, Mararaba, Keffi, and among others.
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