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  • 2,000 elders benefit from Tunji-Ojo’s free medical outreach in Ondo, rally support for Tinubu

    2,000 elders benefit from Tunji-Ojo’s free medical outreach in Ondo, rally support for Tinubu

    No fewer than 2,000 elderly persons in Ondo State have benefited from a free medical outreach sponsored by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s healthcare intervention and grassroots engagement initiative ahead of the 2027 election.

    The outreach, which largely targeted senior citizens within the All Progressives Congress (APC), provided essential services including eye examinations, blood pressure and sugar checks, diabetes screening, basic treatments, and free medications—further boosting the ruling party’s presence among its core support base.

    Speaking at the event on Thursday, the leader of the PBAT Mandate Elders Forum, Erastus Akeju, described the exercise as both a humanitarian effort and a strategic intervention to reinforce support for President Tinubu’s re-election bid.

    Akeju said the initiative was designed to bring healthcare closer to the people, especially at a time when many elderly citizens are struggling with economic hardship. He revealed that the programme aims to reach “at least 2,000 elderly residents in each senatorial district,” noting that it followed extensive planning within the elders’ forum.

    He commended Tunji-Ojo for his “unwavering political loyalty and commitment to the welfare of the people,” saying the minister’s interventions are crucial to consolidating the APC’s grassroots structure. The party stalwarts also described the medical outreach as a reflection of the minister’s humanitarian disposition and steadfast support for President Tinubu’s re-election bid.

    “Our elders are the foundation upon which our victories stand. Their sacrifices, wisdom, and endurance shaped our journey. It is therefore both a moral duty and a political responsibility to prioritise their health and dignity,” he said.

    The Secretary of the PBAT Mandate Elders Forum, Chief Ebenezer Alabi, noted that many elderly APC members had long neglected their health due to economic challenges, adding that the outreach renewed hope among the party’s senior supporters.

    He said a monitoring team had been constituted to ensure effective and transparent implementation.

    Earlier, the programme facilitator, Hon. Ademola Ijabiyi, urged beneficiaries to appreciate Tunji-Ojo’s continued support, citing the minister’s facilitation of jobs, assistance for monthly elders’ meetings, and various development initiatives across Ondo State.

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    Ijabiyi cited the monthly elders’ meetings and job opportunities facilitated by the minister and various development projects across Ondo state as evidence of his commitment to humanity.

    Also speaking, APC chieftain and National Chairman, Senior Citizen Centre, Abuja, Chief Ade Ayeni, noted that opinion leaders under his coordination had been working tirelessly to mobilize support for the APC, particularly towards securing President Tinubu’s reelection.

    A guest lecturer at the event, Dr. (Mrs.) Joy Eloho-Orji of the Federal Medical Centre, Owo, educated participants on healthy living in old age, stressing that ageing is a natural transition rather than a disease.

    She also advised elders on domestic safety precautions and urged political leaders to prioritise regular medical check-ups, including blood pressure and prostate screening.

    Dr. Orji further encouraged adherence to prescribed medications, adequate sleep, and avoidance of smoking and alcohol.

  • BREAKING: Appeal Court affirms judgment barring VIO from stopping, impounding vehicles

    BREAKING: Appeal Court affirms judgment barring VIO from stopping, impounding vehicles

    The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed the October 4, 2024 judgment of a Federal High Court in Abuja barring the Directorate of Road Traffic Services (popularly called VIO) from further stopping, impounding, or confiscating vehicles on the road and imposing fines on motorists.

    In a judgment on Thursday, a three-member panel of the appellate court resolved the three issues identified for determination against the appellant, the Directorate of Road Traffic Services.

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    Justice Oyejoju Oyebiola Oyewumi, who delivered the lead judgment, held that the appeal was without merit. She awarded a cost of N1million against the appellant and in favour of the respondent, a rights activist and public interest attorney, Abubakar Marshal.

    Details shortly…

  • Shettima, governors, commissioners, others meet in Abuja to tackle Nigeria’s education crisis

    Shettima, governors, commissioners, others meet in Abuja to tackle Nigeria’s education crisis

    Vice President Kashim Shettima, governors of the 36 states, Education Commissioners, and other key stakeholders are set to meet in Abuja to discuss solutions to the challenges confronting Nigeria’s education sector and outline necessary reforms.

    The gathering, tagged The Nigeria Education Forum (NEF), is being organised by the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) through its Committee of States’ Commissioners of Education (COSCEN). The forum is scheduled to hold from December 9 to 10.

    Edo State Commissioner for Education, Dr. Emmanuel Paddy Iyamu, said the meeting will enable policymakers and stakeholders to refocus the nation’s education system for greater effectiveness through improved access, better funding, and enhanced learning outcomes.

    Dr. Iyamu, who also chairs the Steering Committee for the 2025 NEF, said one of the key sessions—chaired by the Vice President—will feature the Senate President, NGF Chairman, governors, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, ministers, heads of education agencies, and Commissioners of Education.

    He explained that the session aims to set a clear vision for education finance reform and will include an industry–academia dialogue focused on aligning research, innovation, and workforce development with national and subnational sustainable development goals.

    The event, to be held at the Abuja International Hotel, will bring together a broad cross-section of leaders and stakeholders committed to reshaping the future of Nigeria’s education system.

    “As the country continues to grapple with persistent challenges in funding, access, quality, equity, and relevance, NEF 2025 focuses on one of the most urgent priorities in the sector: developing sustainable models of education financing through stronger collaboration between society (the town) and academia (the gown).

    “Under the theme, ‘Pathways to Sustainable Education Financing: Developing a Synergy Between the Town and Gown in Nigeria,’ this year’s forum seeks to foster a renewed national dialogue on how universities, industries, communities, and all levels of government can jointly build a resilient, well-funded, and future-ready education landscape.

    “The theme reflects the pressing need to rethink how Nigeria mobilizes, allocates, and utilizes educational resources in a way that ensures long-term stability and national competitiveness,” he said.

    He noted that in view of the growing financial inadequacy being experienced in the nation’s education sector, it was imperative to reimagine the mode of financing to ensure the attainment of the required development at both the national and sub-national levels.

    “The NGF, through the Committee of States’ Commissioners of Education (COSCEN) hopes to encourage community participation in school safety and academic development.

    “Nigeria’s education sector remains central to its social and economic advancement. However, with increasing population growth, rising demands for quality learning, and the continuous evolution of global skills requirements, the current financing structures are insufficient to address emerging realities.

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    “The 2025 Nigeria Education Forum will therefore spotlight innovative financing frameworks—including public–private partnerships, endowment models, industry-driven research funding, community investment platforms, and technology-enabled cost-efficient solutions.

    “A major emphasis of NEF 2025 is advancing a culture of shared responsibility for education. The ‘town and gown’ model encourages universities to move beyond the walls of academia and engage directly with society, industry, and government for practical impact.

    “At the same time, it calls on companies, communities, and policymakers to see academic institutions not only as training grounds but as engines of innovation, problem-solving, and economic growth.

    “Participants will examine how institutions of learning can build stronger linkages with industries, leveraging collaboration for research commercialization, internship pipelines, workforce development, and revenue-generating partnerships.

    “NEF 2025 will also explore how local communities, philanthropists, alumni networks, and state actors can play more active roles in sustaining educational growth through financing,” Iyamu said.

  • UK PACT targets cleaner transport, better air quality in Enugu

    UK PACT targets cleaner transport, better air quality in Enugu

    The United Kingdom Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions (UK PACT) on Thursday unveiled a major national project in Enugu aimed at strengthening private-sector capacity to tackle air pollution and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Nigeria’s transport sector.

    The initiative, tagged “Transport Climate Action: Boosting Business Leadership for Clean Air in Nigeria,” is designed to accelerate low-carbon, inclusive economic growth by equipping companies with the tools, skills, and support needed to adopt cleaner technologies and climate-smart business models.

    Thursday’s stakeholder engagement held in Enugu brought together key actors across businesses, government, security agencies, regulators, financial institutions, development organisations, and civil society groups.

    Speaking during the event, the Secretary to the Enugu State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, who delivered a goodwill message on behalf of Governor Peter Mbah, said climate challenges confronting Nigeria, and Enugu in particular, demand urgent, private-sector-driven solutions.

    He noted that climate change impacts such as erosion, land degradation, and worsening urban air quality were already affecting livelihoods across communities in the state.

    Quoting recent data shared by the UK PACT project, Onyia said more than 200,000 Nigerians die prematurely every year due to air pollution, with the transport sector contributing over 15 percent of national greenhouse gas emissions.

    “Enugu is not exempt from this reality,” he said, adding, “But within these challenges lie enormous opportunities, opportunities for innovation, new business models, cleaner technologies, and job-creating green industries.”

    Onyia said the Enugu State Government had begun reforms in the transport sector, including gradual modernisation of intra-city mobility, and would continue to deepen public-private partnerships to advance climate resilience.

    He said the UK PACT project aligns with the state’s development priorities by supporting businesses to access climate finance, understand relevant regulations, develop climate action plans, and adopt emissions-reducing practices in line with Nigeria’s NDC 3.0 targets.

    “We see opportunities here for further engagement with our private sector. This event offers us a strategic platform to strengthen partnerships, unlock finance, and shape a cleaner, healthier, and more resilient economic future for Enugu,” he added.

    Delivering her remarks virtually, Isabel Hilson, UK PACT Nigeria Lead at the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, said the programme is the UK government’s flagship climate-capacity initiative working with countries that have high emissions-reduction potential.

    She said the new project falls under the Climate Policy and Governance sector of UK PACT, focusing on transport because of its significant emissions burden and economic importance.

    “Transport is a major source of greenhouse gases and air pollution, but it is also a vital enabler of trade and development,” Hilson said.

    “We hope to deliver the innovation and investment needed for cleaner transport systems that benefit health, climate, and growth.”

    She added that the project would support Nigeria to meet its commitments under the Paris Agreement and its long-term low-emissions development strategy.

    In his presentation, Dr. Emmanuel Onwodi, Project Lead at Escher Silverman Global (ESG), described rising greenhouse gas emissions as one of Nigeria’s most urgent public health and economic concerns.

    According to him, businesses are both contributors and victims of the pollution crisis.

    “The transport sector accounts for more than 15 percent of Nigeria’s greenhouse gas emissions but remains ill-equipped to address the issues, limited technical expertise, unclear regulatory pathways, and restricted access to finance for clean technologies,” he noted.

    He said the UK PACT intervention would equip private companies with training, policy support, and practical tools to reduce emissions while improving competitiveness.

    Gari Haq, Consortium Lead from the University of York and Stockholm Environment Institute, said cleaner transport remains one of the fastest pathways to healthier populations, safer climate conditions, and stronger businesses.

    “We all contribute to climate change through our actions, and we are all casualties of these emissions,” he said.

    “It is about acting locally while thinking globally. With tight margins and rising costs, clean transport offers a practical route to long-term sustainability.”

    Haq explained that the 15-month programme would help businesses access climate finance, participate in voluntary carbon markets, develop finance-ready Climate and Clean Air Action Plans, and understand regulatory frameworks such as the National Climate Change Fund.

    He also noted that the project integrates gender equality, disability, and social inclusion principles to ensure equitable climate solutions.

    Senior Special Assistant to the President on Climate Finance and Stakeholder Engagement, Mr. Ibrahim Shelleng, said climate change has become a lived reality across Nigeria, from flooding in coastal cities to extreme heat in the north.

    He said the private sector must play a central role in transitioning Nigeria to a cleaner, healthier, and more competitive economy.

    “Our industries, SMEs, financiers, and innovators must drive this transition,” he said.

    “This platform deepens understanding, builds capacity, and strengthens collaboration. It allows us to explore clean-energy technologies, climate-smart business practices, and access climate finance instruments such as carbon markets and green bonds.”

    Also speaking, Dr. Bernard Obika highlighted rising urban migration, worsening air quality, and global agreements such as the Paris Accord as compelling reasons for urgent action.

    He said transport emissions remain a major source of pollution-related deaths in Nigeria, reiterating that limiting global warming requires rapid, far-reaching changes driven largely by the private sector.

    The project is being implemented by a consortium that includes the University of York/Stockholm Environment Institute, Consulting Engineers Group (CEG), SLOCAT Partnership, ESG, and AP3 Advisory.

  • Ogijo lead poisoning: Senate raises alarm over silent public health crisis

    Ogijo lead poisoning: Senate raises alarm over silent public health crisis

    The Senate on Thursday raised a national alarm over what it described as a “widespread and scientifically verified lead-poisoning disaster” ravaging Ogijo, a densely populated community spanning the Ikorodu area of Lagos and the Ogun East Senatorial District.

    Lawmakers warned that the crisis, traced to multiple used lead-acid battery recycling factories, has escalated into a full-blown public health emergency, with children, women, and factory workers suffering life-altering health complications after years of exposure to toxic emissions.

    The motion, sponsored by Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru (APC, Lagos East) and Senator Gbenga Daniel (Ogun East), described Ogijo as confronting “an environmental catastrophe of global significance,” with contamination levels reported to be as high as 186 times the internationally accepted safety limits.

    Leading the debate, Abiru expressed shock over reports of persistent headaches, abdominal pain, seizures, memory loss, and cognitive decline, symptoms strongly linked to long-term lead exposure, reported by residents for years without meaningful intervention.

    He also referenced independent investigations by The Examination and The New York Times, which confirmed severe poisoning through blood tests and toxic soil sampling.

    Particularly alarming, Abiru noted, was evidence that processed lead from Ogijo had entered global supply chains supplying major automobile manufacturers, meaning contaminated Nigerian lead was being exported while local communities continued to inhale toxic fumes.

    “Children are dying slowly. Families have lived for years under poisonous smoke and dust,” Senator Abiru said, urging immediate federal intervention.

    The Senate, he said, has noted the recent action of the Federal Government through the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, who shut down seven recycling factories and temporarily suspended the export of lead ingots from the industrial cluster.

    But he insisted the action, though commendable, was only the first step, as several operators deny wrongdoing, regulatory enforcement remains weak, and exposure in the community continues to be “extreme and unacceptable.”

    While acknowledging early interventions by the Lagos and Ogun State Governments, Abiru stressed that the Constitution mandates the State to protect citizens’ health and ensure a safe environment.

    “This is not just an environmental issue; it is a constitutional duty,” Senator Abiru said. “The lives and futures of children in Ogijo must not be traded for toxic profits.”

    He warned that rising global demand for recycled lead, combined with weak local enforcement, has transformed Nigerian communities into “sacrifice zones,” where toxic industries operate with impunity.

    With Ogijo now at the centre of international scrutiny, Senators in their contributions supported the motion and said Nigeria must strengthen regulation, enforce accountability, and ensure that no community suffers the same fate.

    “The tragedy of Ogijo must be a turning point,” the Senate resolved. “The nation cannot allow this slow, silent poisoning to continue.”

    The Senate, in its resolutions, ordered emergency medical response and environmental remediation to contain the crisis by approving sweeping measures, including:

    “Deployment of emergency medical teams by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) for free toxicology screening, blood-lead testing, chelation therapy, and long-term treatment for victims.

    “A comprehensive environmental remediation by the Federal Ministry of Environment and the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) to map soil, groundwater, air, and household dust contamination.

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    “Strict nationwide enforcement of battery recycling and lead-processing standards by the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development.

    “Emergency relief and temporary relocation for severely affected families through the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA).

    “A national briefing by the Ministers of Environment, Health, Solid Minerals, Labour and Employment, and the NESREA DG before the Senate Committee on Environment and Solid Minerals.

    “Creation of a National Lead Poisoning Response and Remediation office within NEMA to coordinate clean-up, medical treatment, monitoring, and global traceability of exported lead.

    The Senate Committee on Legislative Compliance was also directed to ensure full implementation of all resolutions within six weeks.

  • Delta police restate ban on fireworks, knockouts, other pyrotechnics

    Delta police restate ban on fireworks, knockouts, other pyrotechnics

    As part of measures to ensure a safe and peaceful Yuletide season, the Commissioner of Police, Delta State, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, has reiterated that the ban on fireworks is still in force and will be enforced strictly.

    Abaniwonda said the ban includes the use, sale, and display of pyrotechnics, including fireworks and firecrackers known as ‘knock-out’ and ‘banger’.

    Spokesman for the command, Superintendent of Police (SP) Bright Edafe, said in a statement on Thursday that the decision came as part of the ongoing efforts to prevent and reduce crime.

    He said experience had shown that criminally minded persons could take advantage of this to unleash terror on law-abiding residents.

    Edafe advised parents and guardians to caution their children and wards to desist from using these items.

    He also warned retailers to withdraw from the sale of these products, as anyone found wanting would be arrested and prosecuted, and their goods impounded.

    To this end, the spokesman said the CP had directed the DCP Operations, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, all Area Commanders, Divisional Police officers, and Tactical Commanders to monitor strict compliance and address any violations within their respective Areas of Responsibility (AoR).

    “Furthermore, the CP appreciates the cooperation of Deltans in upholding this ban, and citizens are enjoined to always report incidents of the use or sale of fireworks to the nearest police station or by calling the command control room numbers: 08036684974; 08114895600 and 08025666914,” SP Edafe said.

  • Ondo APC endorses Tinubu for 2027, moves to digitise membership register

    Ondo APC endorses Tinubu for 2027, moves to digitise membership register

    The leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has declared its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid ahead of the 2027 general elections.

    The endorsement was announced on Thursday during a meeting of the party’s State Executive Committee (SEC), chaired by Ade Adetimehin, in Akure, the state capital.

    The decision followed a motion moved by the State Central Senatorial Chairman, Hon. Festus Aregbesola, and seconded by the APC Chairman in Ose Local Government, Chief Victor Tenabe.

    Adetimehin said the SEC carefully reviewed Tinubu’s economic reforms and expressed satisfaction with the administration’s efforts in stabilising the country, especially in tackling security challenges.

    “The chapter further charged its members to commit sincerely to the Renewed Hope Agenda project of President Bola Tinubu so that the state could deliver the highest percentage of votes during the election,” he said.

    He recalled that Ondo, also known as the Sunshine State, delivered one of the highest voting percentages for the Tinubu/Shettima ticket in the 2023 elections.

    Adetimehin added that the APC remains the dominant political party in the state, with several members of opposition parties defecting to the ruling party due to the performances of President Tinubu and Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.

    In a related development, the party has concluded plans to authenticate and harmonise its membership register across the state through an electronic process.

    This was disclosed in a statement issued by the party’s spokesman, Alex Kalejaiye.

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    According to the statement, the SEC meeting – also presided over by Adetimehin – deliberated extensively on the need for secure and permanent membership records.

    “Adetimehin explained that the exercise would provide both the National and State offices the opportunity to obtain accurate and authentic membership records,” the statement read.

    Party leaders at the local government and ward levels were urged to give the exercise top priority.

    The SEC also resolved that 18 resource persons – one from each local government – would be trained to coordinate the process and further train ward-level officials.

    The digital registration is expected to commence with the enrolment of the state governor and leader of the party, Lucky Aiyedatiwa.

    A committee led by the State Organising Secretary, Hon. Charles Fagbohunka, has been constituted to ensure speedy and hitch-free implementation of the exercise.

  • ‘Public funds must translate to prosperity’ says AGF

    ‘Public funds must translate to prosperity’ says AGF

    The Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF) and Chairman of the Association of Accountant-Generals of Africa, Dr. Shamseldeen Ogunjimi, has said that every public resource entrusted to financial managers across the continent must translate into real improvements in the lives of citizens. 

    He noted that the responsibility carried by accountants is enormous because “every Cedi, Franc, Naira, or Dollar entrusted to public officers must ultimately translate into the prosperity of the people,” adding that the decisions made by accountants “directly affect millions of lives.”

    Speaking at the Africa Accountant-Generals Conference held at the Accra International Conference Centre in Ghana, Ogunjimi said the long-held perception of accountants as simple record keepers no longer reflects the demands of modern public finance. 

    His address was contained in a statement issued by the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF) and signed by its Director of Press, Bawa Mokwa.

    According to him, today’s financial landscape—shaped by rapid digital innovation, data-driven policymaking, and sweeping global economic shifts—requires accountants to take on expanded responsibilities. He noted that modern accountants “serve as strategic advisors, champions of transparency, and custodians of integrity.”

    Ogunjimi stressed that the profession is now central to shaping economic outcomes for both institutions and nations. “Accountants are leaders. Our work is not simply to balance books; it is to balance the needs of today with the dreams of tomorrow,” he said.

    He urged accountant-generals and senior financial managers across Africa to remain active participants in strategic decision-making by deploying data to navigate economic shocks, identify growth opportunities, and strengthen accountability systems. He said accountants must see themselves as catalysts for economic growth and national transformation, not administrative figures confined to back-office functions.

    The conference brought together senior government officials and leading accounting professionals from across the continent to discuss the evolving role of accountants in a rapidly changing economic environment. Ogunjimi noted that practitioners now play critical roles in risk management, financial forecasting, strategic planning, and managing complex regulatory obligations that guide public finance.

    Earlier, economist and entrepreneur, Mr. Tony Elumelu, said he attended not only as a business leader but as someone who strongly believes in Africa’s potential for economic renewal.

    He told participants that the continent’s biggest challenge is not a shortage of resources but shortcomings in trust and credibility. “Africa’s greatest obstacle is not the lack of resources but a deficit of trust, integrity, and credibility,” he said.

    Elumelu added that the foundation for attracting sustainable capital lies in consistent, transparent, and trustworthy public finance management. “Trust is built through predictability, transparency, and partnership. Trust is the currency of capital. Excellence in public finance is not a luxury—it is a necessity,” he stated.

    He called on accountants across Africa to remain vanguards of transformation by advancing digitalization, deepening accountability frameworks, and ensuring that public financial systems support economic progress.

  • JUST IN: Senate set to screen Defence Minister nominee General Musa

    JUST IN: Senate set to screen Defence Minister nominee General Musa

    The Senate is set to screen and confirm the Minister of Defence nominee General Christopher Musa. 

    This followed the reading of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s letter nominating the General Musa for the position of the Minister of Defence, by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary.

    Akpabio said the screening would be done immediately.

    The Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has moved a motion to suspend relevant rules of the Senate on floor privileges to allow the nominee, the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, Senator Basheer Lado and other Ministry of Defence officials and other military officers in the entourage of the nominee.

    He also said that the main screening would be done behind closed doors immediately after introductory remarks by the nominee. 

    Details shortly…

  • Abiodun presents N1.7trn 2026 appropriation bill to Ogun Assembly

    Abiodun presents N1.7trn 2026 appropriation bill to Ogun Assembly

    Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State on Wednesday presented a N1,693,997,983,125 budget estimate to the State House of Assembly for scrutiny and approval. 

    The plenary session was presided over by Speaker Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide.

    Describing it as a “Budget of Sustainable Legacy,” Governor Abiodun said the proposal comes at a time when the state is experiencing “improved economic growth, investor confidence, and inclusive development.” 

    He emphasised that the 2026 Appropriation Bill is designed as a “financial plan to consolidate the legacies of the administration over the past six years.”

    Unlike last year’s presentation, where the former Speaker, Hon. Kunle Oluomo, had been absent following his removal on January 23, 2024, Oluomo was present during this year’s budget submission.

    Governor Abiodun urged lawmakers to expedite consideration and approval of the budget.

    This year’s budget estimate is significantly higher than the out – going year Appropriation Bill which stood at N1,054,542,020,147.47 which was presented before the 26 – member State lawmakers on Wednesday, December 4, 2024.

    ‎Responding, Speaker Oludaisi Elemide assured of quick and meticulous scrutinizing of the budget and give it speedy consideration and approval.

    ‎In attendance at this year’s budget presentation ceremony included retired head of Service, Shola Adeyemi, former Speakers – Titi Oseni, Bashorun Muyiwa Oladipo and Tunji Egbetokun, House of Reps member Tunji Akinosi, Secretary to Government of Ogun State(SSG),Tokunboh Talabi, the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo, Olu of Ilaro, Oba Kehinde Olugbenle, representative of Akarigbo of Remolwnd; Babatunde Ajayi, past deputy governors – Engr. Segun Adesegun, Chief (Mrs) Yetunde Onanuga and Chief (Mrs) Salmot Badru. 

    Details shortly…