By Oluwakemi Ishola 

President Muhammadu Buhari has asked the Senate to approve the appointment of eight justices of the Supreme Court.

The President’s request was contained in a letter addressed to the Senate and read by Senate President Ahmed Lawan on Tuesday.

According to the letter obtained by Channels Television, the request was “in pursuant to Section 231 (2) of the 1999 Constitution as amended and upon the advice of the National Judicial Council according to their ranking and seniority in the Court of Appeal.

The nominees are, Lawal Garba, (North West), Helen Ogunwumiju (South West), Abdu Aboki (North West), and M M Saulawa (North West).

Others are Adamu Jauro (North East), Samuel Oseji (Souty South), Tijani Abubakar (North East), and Emmanuel Agim (South-South).

By Oluwakemi Ishola

Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress in Oyo Federal constituency have thrown their full weights behind the ongoing reconciliation process in the state chapter of the party.

The decision was reached at the end of a stakeholders’ meeting of the party in the federal constituency held in Oyo on Sunday.

They also resolved that they have agreed to the compositon of an Elders’ Advisory Counvil for the state chapter of the party.

The resolutions made at the end of the meeting were contained in a communique issued at the end of the meeting signed by a member of the Elders’ Advisory Council, Engr. Idris Adeoye

The resolutions read in parts:

“That the party in the Federal Constituency thanked and appreciated their members for their unprecedented performance in the last general election and winning all their elections at the state and federal elections in the zone.

“That members of the APC in Oyo Federal Constituency are in support of the ongoing reconciliation process among various interest groups of the party by both the National and Oyo State Reconciliation Committee on steps taken so far.

“That the various tendencies (ADC/Unity Forum etc) within the party resolved to unite for a stronger and united APC in the Federal Constituency

“That all aggrieved members who have decided to return to the mainstream of the party have agreed to duly integrate themselves into the party and collaborate with the existing party structures at all levels.

“That all the other political zones are encouraged to emulate the spirit of unity exhibited among APC members in Oyo Federal Constituency.

“That we all agreed on the selection of the members of reconciliation committee and composition of Elders’ Advisory Council of the All Progress Congress in the state.”

Below are names of those who have rejoined the party.
1) Chief Fatokun
2) Surveyor Alani Salau
3) Hon. K K Raji
4) Mr. Adeyinka
5) Mr. Waheed Adebimpe
6) Alhaji Lateef
7) Mr. Waheed Oorelope
8) Mr. Biodun Adeyemo
9) Mr. Babatunde Oladipupo
10) Mr. Agboluaje
11) Mr. Olabode Lateef
12) Mr. Dauda Orilowo
13) Hon. Ashamu
14) Alhaja Aolat Ajobata
15. Ayo Sanda

By Oluwakemi Ishola 

The Emergency Operations Centre, EOC, of the Oyo State COVID-19 Task Force, has released a list of locations where residents of the state can undertake COVID-19 test across the state.

A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Seyi Makinde, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, stated that the list of centres was ratified on Monday at the state’s COVID-19 Task Force meeting presided by Governor Makinde.

The statement added that the Task Force called on residents of the state to avail themselves the opportunities of its decentralised testing system, to get themselves tested for the virus.

The Task Force maintained that contrary to misinformation that the virus has been defeated, it is still very much active, warning that adequate and observance of all the safety protocols remained the effective ways of combating the virus.

According to the statement, the available testing centres in the state include: State Hospital, Oyo; General Hospital, Saki; General Hospital, Iseyin; General Hospital, Igboora; General Hospital, Apata, Ibadan; Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan; Health is Wealth, Secretariat Road, Ibadan; and LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso.

It added that testing is also available in approved private laboratories across the state.
The statement further indicated that residents can call the following numbers for enquiries: 08095394000, 08078288999, 08078288800, 08095863000 or dial *723*19*6# and follow the promptings.

By Oluwakemi Ishola 

By Oluwakemi Ishola 

As part of its activities to mark Nigeria’s 60th Independence Anniversary, the Lead Generation Initiative (LGI), a non-governmental, non-political and non-profitable organization, will on Thursday October 1, 2020 visit the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan to donate some Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and medical supplies to the institution.

The LGI understands that health is wealth, and therefore this humanitarian gesture is in part fulfillment of its core values of getting involved and contributing meaningfully to the community growth and societal development.

In the same vein, the LGI felicitates with all Nigerians on the occasion of the country’s 60th Independence Anniversary and reaffirms its commitment towards nation-building, particularly as it concerns providing opportunities for young people to be actively involved in the socio-political, economic change and development for the purpose of rebuilding Nigeria for the next decade.

Furthermore, as we mark the 60th Independence Anniversary of our country, the LGI enjoins all to live, act and work together purposefully in the overall interest of Nigeria irrespective of our political, tribal and religious affiliation. This will make us advance appropriately as a nation.

The organization has also called on young Nigerians to join them in their quest to rebuilding Nigeria through active citizenship, nation building, credible leadership and good governance.

By Oluwakemi Ishola 

All is now set for the premiere and release of a video from the stable of Ibadan-based broadcaster and actor, Dr Bayo Faleke, popularly known as Bayo ooo.

The video, titled: “Epistle to ‘Baba Mai Gaskiya’ is scheduled to be premiered online @TvAfrikana, Kaakaki Radio, Facebook and YouTube channel on Wednesday, 30th September, while it would be officially presented to the public on Thursday, October 1st which coincides with the 60th independence anniversary celebration of Nigeria.

According to Faleke, who authored the book: Dillemas of a country and currently works as the Marketing Manager and broadcaster at Fresh FM, Ibadan, the video, ‘Epistle to Baba Mai Gaskiya’ promises to be a blockbuster, just like he has done in previous ones such as: National Cake (1&2) and Banana Republic which enjoyed wide national and international acceptance.

The video’s official presentation to the public billed to hold at Ayefele Music House, Ibadan, is expected to have the creme de La creme in the society from within, Ibadan, Oyo State and Nigeria as a whole in attendance, while the Chairman, Fresh Fm, Dr Yinka Ayefele, would be the chief host.

By Oluwakemi Ishola 

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Monday started the demonstration for the use of electronic voting and the collation of results in Nigeria.

The Commission held the demonstration at its headquarters in Abuja, the nation’s capital.

National Chairman of the electoral body, Yakubu Mahmood, said the demonstration is the first step in the series of steps to take towards the introduction of e-voting.

He said INEC has invited manufacturers of electronic voting machines around the world to practically demonstrate how the machines work, preparatory to full migration from manual to electronic voting.

He added that over 40 electronic voting machine vendors have expressed interest in providing the technology required for e-Voting in Nigeria.

By Oluwakemi Ishola 

The Oyo governorship candidate of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) in the 2019 general elections, Akogun Sarafadeen Alli on Monday congratulated his All Progressives Congress (APC), counterpart in the 2019 election, Chief Bayo Adelabu on his 50th birthday celebration.

Adelabu was born in September 28, 1970 and clocked 50th on Monday.

Alli said he was happy for Adelabu, because he has triumphed in breaking the jinx of climbing the ladder of golden jubilee by great men in his family, saying:”you are destined to be great.”

The former Secretary to the Oyo state government in a statement he personally signed on Monday said Adelabu has made his family, Ibadan land and the entire country proud over the years.

He further described Adelabu as a worthy son of Ibadan land who deserves to be celebrated.

The statement reads in part: “I want to use this opportunity to congratulate my younger brother, Chief Adebayo Adelabu and welcome him to the club of matured men. He is one of the proud sons of Ibadan land and he deserves to be celebrated.

“Today marks another milestone in his life. He has broken the jinx of climbing 50 years by the great men in his family and i wish him many more years.

“On behalf of our great party, the ZLP, and myself, i wish you many more years of fruitfulness and successful sojourn on earth,” Alli stated.

By Oluwakemi Ishola 

The lawmaker representing Ibadan North Federal constituency, Hon. Musiliu Akinremi popularly known as Jagaban has congratulated a former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and 2019 governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Oloye Adebayo Adelabu, on the occasion of his 50th birthday anniversary.

Hon. Akinremi, in a congratulatory message he personally signed and made available to journalists in Ibadan, expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for granting the ex top banker, the grace to witness the golden jubilee with many laudable achievements.

Part of the statement reads:

“On behalf of my family and the good people of Ibadan North Federal Constituency, I congratulate my brother – Oloye Adebayo Adelabu Penkelemesi on his golden jubilee (birthday) anniversary. It is my prayer that Almighty Allah continue to grant you good health, more wisdom, and long life,”

“Yours has been a life that is defined by determination and tenacity as well as uncommon courage and strength of purpose. It is my pray that your 50th birthday ushers in greater feats with many more outstanding achievements than your previous years. As you mark this birth milestone, may your purpose as a statesman flourish in God’s divine grace and mercies” he concluded.

By Oluwakemi Ishola 

The Executive Chairman of Ogbomoso North Local Government Area of Oyo State, Hon. Olamijuwonlo Alao-Akala has felicitated with Oloye Adebayo Adelabu, on the occasion of his 50th birthday.

The council boss, in a special birthday tribute to the 2019 governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, described him as a truly inspirational
figure with fantastic example of wisdom, leadership, and foresight.

The tribute reads in full:

HAPPY GOLDEN JUBILEE TO A GOLDEN SON OF IBADAN – CHIEF BAYO ADELABU PENKELE!

Happy birthday to a brother who time and time again deserves to be adulated!

Sir, we all look up to you so much and I want you to know, on your birthday, just how admired and respected you are.

Today we get to remember you and your achievements. You’re a truly inspirational
figure. You are a fantastic example of wisdom, leadership, and foresight. You have certainly earned your place in history!

I pray that you will enjoy many more years of service and continue to be a blessing to others. On your 50th birthday, I wish you peace, good health, and happiness.

Best wishes and warmest Congratulations to Oloye Adebayo Adelabu PENKELEMESI

Yours,
Hon. Olamijuwonlo Ayodeji Alao-Akala JP