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Oyo: Makinde’s media officer, Fasasi, emerges NUJ chairman, ministry of information chapel
The Information Officer attached to the office of the Oyo State Governor, Comrade Fasasi Isamail, has, on Tuesday, emerged the Chairman of Nigeria Union of Journalists, Oyo State Ministry of Information Chapel.
Fasasi, who emerged as consensus candidate, was elected and inaugurated alongside other five members by the chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists, Oyo State chapter, Comrade Ademola Babalola.
While delivering his acceptance speech at the Conference Room, Ministry of Information, Comrade Fasasi, noted that his administration will rest on four major programmes, which include restoration of the vibrance that has been the pride of the chapel; improved welfare packages for the members, capacity building and training for members as well as promotion of collective responsibility, integrity and accountability.
“It is with honour and humility that today I accept to be the Chairman of the NIGERIA UNION OF JOURNALISTS, INFORMATION CHAPEL (NUJIC). My dear comrades, it gladdens my heart to see you all buying into my candidature and to have also nurtured this love to this level for me. Profoundly and heartily, I thank you all.
“It is a known fact, that the decision of the members of this chapel is a pointer that you all craved for change and are eager to take our Chapel to the desired next level. It is indeed my heartfelt joy.
“I like to let you know that this victory is neither my own nor my cabinet members’ efforts but the victory for you the members for believing in us. With your collective support, we will translate our chapel to an enviable one that we can individually and collectively be proud of.
“By my evaluation of your resolve, I see dedication, commitment, service, resilience, resourcefulness, success, above all, I see the drive needed in transforming our chapel into a strong and purposefully structured one.
“On behalf of all my executive members, I want to pledge our readiness to run an all-inclusive administration with the view of taking the Union to greater heights. It is a known fact that the election has come and gone, we are one big family in NUJIC, I, therefore, implore all members of this Chapel to cooperate with us, as your contributions would go a long way in repositioning NUJIC.
“At this juncture, let me appreciate our colleagues for giving us a good fight and putting us on our toes, like I did say, we are all members of a big family. I’m assuring you that there is no victor, no vanquished! Your support is also necessary for collective success.
“I still want to reiterate that Our administration will rest on four major programmes, which include restoration of the vibrance, that has been the pride of our chapel, improved welfare packages for the members, capacity building and training for members as well as promotion of collective responsibility, integrity and accountability”, he said
Earlier in his remarks, the state NUJ Chairman, Comrade Ademola Babalola congratulated the new executives, just as he charged them to uphold the ethics of the union.
He admonished them to see their mandate as a call to service, adding that “you should always think of posterity in all you do.”
He encouraged them to gear up activities of the union at state and chapel levels and ensure that welfare of members is paramount on their minds.
Other executive members inaugurated include; Folake Bamgbose as Vice- chairman, Olamide Adeniji, Secretary, Ibikunle Bukola, Assistant Secretary, Amina Buasari Adeleke, Treasurer and Adeola Adewole, Financial Secretary.
The event was attended by the Hon. Commissioner For Information Wasiu Olatunbosun; Special Assistant on Print Media, Moses Alao; Special Assistant on Broadcast, Bosede Sodiq; Special Assistant on Photography, Dare Aleshinloye and Technical Assistant on New Media, Mayowa Okekale, among others.
The Kano State House of Assembly has initiated impeachment proceedings against Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo over allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public trust.
The notice was presented yesterday during plenary by the Majority Leader, Lawan Hussaini Dala, who said the action follows Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Dala said the allegations stem from Abdussalam’s tenure as Commissioner for Local Government (2023–2024) and his current role as deputy governor. He accused the deputy governor of diverting funds meant for the 44 local government councils.
According to the majority leader, Abdussalam allegedly received N1.5 million monthly from each council between June 2023 and January 2024, totaling N462 million. Between February and July 2024, he allegedly collected N3.255 million monthly from each council under the guise of special assignments, amounting to N726 million.
Dala also accused the deputy governor of abuse of office, claiming he facilitated payments of N10 million from each council to NovoMed Pharmaceuticals Limited, totaling N440 million, in violation of state procurement laws.
“The misuse of official capacity to confer undue advantage constitutes abuse of power and undermines public trust,” Dala told lawmakers, adding that the allegations amount to gross misconduct under the Constitution.
The impeachment notice was reportedly endorsed by 38 lawmakers, meeting the constitutional threshold to proceed. The Speaker has acknowledged receipt, and the House is expected to serve the allegations on the deputy governor.
If approved, a panel may be constituted by the state Chief Judge to investigate the claims.
As of filing, Abdussalam had yet to respond publicly to the allegations.
The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, on Wednesday inaugurated a seven-member committee on the establishment of state police, giving it four weeks to submit its report.
The inauguration was held during his maiden conference with senior police officers at the Peacekeeping Conference Centre, Force Headquarters, Abuja.
Charging members of the panel to discharge their duties with professionalism and objectivity, Disu described the assignment as “both significant and timely,” noting that it would shape the framework through which state policing may operate in Nigeria.
“In carrying out this assignment, your deliberations must be guided by professionalism, objectivity, and a clear appreciation of the unique complexities of policing a diverse nation such as our own,” the IGP said.
He stated that if properly designed and effectively implemented, state policing holds significant potential benefits for the country.
“By bringing law enforcement closer to communities, state police institutions can deepen local knowledge of security dynamics and enable quicker and more targeted responses to emerging threats,” he added.
The committee is expected to review existing policing models within and outside Nigeria, assess community security needs and emerging risks, and propose an operational framework for the establishment and coordination of state police structures.
It will also address issues relating to recruitment, training, standards and resource allocation, as well as develop accountability and oversight mechanisms to ensure professionalism and public trust.
The panel is chaired by Olu Ogunsakin, with Bode Ojajuni as secretary. Other members are Emmanuel Ojukwu, Okebechi Agora, Suleyman Gulma, Ikechukwu Okafor and Tolulope Ipinmisho.
Disu said the committee had about four weeks to conclude its assignment and submit a comprehensive report.
The move marks one of the first major steps taken by the new police chief since his appointment and confirmation a few days ago.
The development comes amid rising security concerns across the country, with several stakeholders advocating state policing as part of measures to tackle insecurity.
President Bola Tinubu had earlier asked the National Assembly to commence the process of amending relevant laws to pave the way for the creation of state police.
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday swore in Olatunji Disu as the Inspector-General of Police (IGP).
Disu took the oath of office at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, shortly before the commencement of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting.
The President also administered the oath of office to six commissioners of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) and two commissioners of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC).
The ceremonies were witnessed by ministers, senior government officials and family members of the appointees.
The council meeting began shortly after the swearing-in.
In attendance were Vice President Kashim Shettima; the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume; the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu; and the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs EsthMrs.Walson-Jack.
Disu was appointed acting IGP on February 25, 2026, by President Tinubu, following the resignation of former IGP Kayode Egbetokun.
His appointment was subsequently endorsed by the Nigeria Police Council (NPC).
The former Assistant Inspector-General of Police assumed office last Wednesday.
He previously served as Assistant Inspector-General in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos, after his promotion to the rank last year.
A former head of the Lagos Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Disu has pledged to deliver accountable, modern and professional policing.
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