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Helen Comperatore, the widow of Corey Comperatore, a 50-year-old firefighter and father of two who died shielding his family in the shooting that targeted former president Donald Trump, said she did not want to talk to US President Joe Biden who called after the tragedy. “I didn’t talk to Biden. I didn’t want to talk to him. My husband was a devout Republican and he would not have wanted me to talk to him,” Helen Comperatore was quoted as saying by the New York Post. Helen said that she does not bear any ill will towards Joe Biden. “I…
In a bid to stem the tide of the cholera epidemic ravaging the country, Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Olajide, a member of the House of Representatives, has taken his cholera sensitization campaign to the Challenge terminal in Ibadan, Oyo State. The campaign is aimed at educating drivers, passengers and residents on the dangers of cholera and the importance of adhering to prescribed health standards and preventive measures. Hon. Olajide’s cholera sensitization campaign is part of his ongoing efforts to promote healthcare and wellness in his constituency. Hon. Olajide, who represents Ibadan North-west/ Ibadan South-west federal Constituency of Oyo state at…
FEDERALISM is the imaginary bedrock of Nigeria’s constitutional democracy, designed to balance power between the centre and the sub-nationals. However, the recent judgement by the Supreme Court concerning local government autonomy has raised critical questions about the integrity of this federalist structure. The judiciary should interpret the Constitution to reinforce decentralisation. In its latest judicial intervention on the suit filed by the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), challenging the state governors’ control of LGs, the Court declared that the government is portioned into three tiers – federal, state, and local. This is a…
The United Arab Emirates Government has finally lifted visa restrictions imposed on Nigerians with immediate effect. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made this known to State House correspondents on Monday after the Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu. Idris said the Federal Government and the UAE authorities have reached an agreement vacating travel restrictions imposed on Nigerians with immediate effect. The minister revealed that Nigerian passport holders can now travel to the UAE without any hindrance. He also asked Nigerians seeking information on the updated UAE visa conditions can visit documentverificationhub.ae…
. Sets up committees to review judgment, create homegrown solutions Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that his government will not allow the people of the state to suffer from the fallout of the Supreme Court judgment, which granted financial autonomy to local governments in the country. The governor maintained that the judgment has created a constitutional lacuna that will throw up different challenges at the local government level, saying that though he is not opposed to transparency in the councils, the Supreme Court judgment “is not a silver bullet that will wash away” Nigeria’s problems Governor Makinde…
Dr. Olayide Adelami, Ondo state deputy governor, has urged traditional institutions in Yorubaland to ensure that the culture and tradition of the people are passed on to the next generations. Adelami gave the counsel while speaking at the 2024 Ero-Iyere festival day in Iyere-Owo, on Sunday. He noted that the culture of the Iyere-Owo people as displayed in the Ero festival is a key part of their identity. According to him, “This type of festival brings unity and progress to the community and as a result, it must be sustained. I urge our traditional institution to ensure we preserve…
CHAIRMAN, Senate Services Committee, Senator Sunday Karimi, APC, Kogi West has disclosed that the National Assembly would soon work on the transfer of the responsibility of the conduct of elections to the local councils from the various state electoral bodies to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Speaking with Journalists in Abuja yesterday on the landmark judgment on financial autonomy for local government areas pronounced by the Supreme Court on Thursday, Senator Karimi who noted that President Bola Tinubu deserves commendation on the judgement, urged Nigerians to keep faith that the National Assembly would ensure compliance by the various…
The Kakanfo Council of Agbangs, comprising alumni from LAUTECH and members of the Kegites Club International, gathered to congratulate Professor Razaq Olatunde Rom Kalilu on his appointment as the 7th substantive Vice Chancellor. His assumption of office coincides with the council’s 27th keg anniversary, marking a significant occasion for the alumni community. Professor Kalilu, according to Patron Ola Obitusin Chairman Planning Committee and Vice Chairman, Kakanfo Council of Agbangs, is a distinguished Art History scholar, who is recognized for his dedication to promoting African culture and values, aligning seamlessly with the ethos of the Kegites Club. Obitusin, speaking further…
In the realm of politics, there are leaders who stand out for their unwavering dedication, innovative approach, and remarkable achievements. Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Olajide, representing Ibadan Northwest/Ibadan Southwest Federal Constituency of Oyo state, is one such leader. In this feature, we delve into the accomplishments of this distinguished lawmaker, exploring how he has ignited hope and inspired change in his constituency and beyond. Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Olajide, member representing Ibadan Northwest/Ibadan Southwest Federal Constituency of Oyo state in the 10th Assembly of the House of Representatives, has established himself as a distinguished lawmaker, renowned for his unwavering dedication, innovative…
The former Ekiti State Governor was in a one-on-one interview on ChannelsTV You see I am not a lawyer but a politician and by the grace of God, an elder statesman and I will be very factual and very sincere. We are talking about three arms of Government – The Executive, Legislature & Judiciary. While I love and do not believe any Governor should take Local Government funds may I say to you very clearly this evening, you cannot take the baby away from the mother. There is nobody that will become Local Government Chairman without the (help of)…