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  • Senator Tinubu hails workers

    Senator Tinubu hails workers

    The Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Employment, Labour and Productivity, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has hailed workers for their commitment to the growth and unity of the country. Tinubu, who represents Lagos Central Senatorial District, said the nation would always be indebted to the workers for their contribution to the stability achieved in the last 16 years of democracy.

    In a statement yesterday, the lawmaker urged the workers not to relent in making their selfless contribution to consolidate the past gains and stability of the nation’s workforce.

    The statement reads: “Nigerian workers have formed a formidable force in the growth of our nation, having committed themselves to unity through hard work. I salute the courage to make immense contributions, which we are all proud of. As a nation, we must continue to acknowledge and celebrate their selfless service and their will to even accomplish greater successes.

    As the nation shares and rejoices with workers for their patience and patriotism, it is our resolve as members of the 7th Senate Committee on Employment, Labour and Productivity to ensure that the workers are adequately remunerated and their welfare maintained.

    “Personally, I will continue to advocate for adequate protection of all worker against workplace hazards.”

    Senator Tinubu congratulated the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) for the success of its recent elections, urging the labour to unite and give its members a sense of direction.

    She said the Senate had passed several legislations intended to encourage, protect and improve the welfare of workers, adding that the legislative arm has also identified with workers with the passage of Minimum Wage Act and the Nigerian Workers Safety Bills.

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  • APC Scandinavia hails Nigerians

    The All Progressive Congress (APC) chapter in Scandinavia has congratulated Nigerians on the success of the general elections and the peaceful transition that has drawn global commendations.

    In a statement, the group’s coordinator, Ayoola Lawal, said Nigerians voted wisely for the APC. He said the APC has the sincere intention to bring change.

    Lawal said: “Nigeria has faced a lot in the hands of the outgoing administration, which has made corrupt practices the order of the day. It is even sad that the institutions set up to fight financial and economic crimes have become clueless or better put toothless bulldogs.

    “The time is set and it is now for tremendous changes to come for the collective good of the country and the citizenry.”

    He commended the spirit of sportsmanship of out-going President Goodluck Jonathan and members of his Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He noted that they for conceded defeat when it was obvious the result was not in their favour.

    Lawal pleaded with politicians from the Southsouth and Southeast regions to imbibe the good spirit of sportsmanship by conceding to whoever the people voted.

    “It is very important that our politicians from the east and south remember that global observers have begun to make good commendations concerning the elections. Then they should make sure their actions do not mar the entire process,” Lawal said.

    He pleaded with aggrieved parties to seek redress from the appropriate quarters.

  • PDP candidate hails Ganduje

    PDP candidate hails Ganduje

    Kano State Governor-elect Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje of the All Progressives Congress (APC) yesterday received a phone call from the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Malam Salihu Sagir Takai, congratulating him on his victory.

    A statement by the Director, Press and Public Relations to the Governor-elect, Bala Salihu Dawakin Kudu, confirmed that Takai congratulated Ganduje.

    The PDP standard-bearer, who called Dr. Ganduje about 11:45am shortly after the official declaration of the results by the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC’s) collation officer,  accepted the outcome of the election.

    Ganduje not only appreciated Takai’s goodwill message, but he described it as a demonstration of exemplary statesmanship.

  • Falcons Coach hails NFF for hiring psychologist

    Falcons Coach hails NFF for hiring psychologist

    Head Coach of the Super Falcons, Edwin Okon has showered encomiums on his employers, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for hiring a psychologist for the team so that they will focus on the tactical aspect of the game and not play the dual role of a tactician and a psychologist.

    “The hiring of a psychologist for the team is a welcome development because I personally requested for it. We need somebody to handle that so that I can face my job of coaching the team squarely. We need somebody of that class that will be able to psyche the players up every time we have matches.

    “With the presence of the psychologist now, the job will be a little bit easier for me and the rest of the technical crew,” Okon disclosed.

    The psychologist Kasia Muoto whose father hails from Anambra and mother is a Polish has also vowed to bring her wealth of experience to bear in the team and to improve it too.

    Muoto who is based in Los Angeles, United States of America disclosed to SportingLife in Abuja, “We need to commend the Nigeria Football Federation for putting money where their mouth is (by employing me) and to propel these girls towards having good showing in all the tournaments they would participate in.

    “My role here is to support the Head Coach on the psychological aspect and mental readiness and alertness as you know coaching is not just static. You can see the new energy in the team as a result of the new changes. The team needs that most especially after playing Mali the pressure have gone up as regards how the team is going to handle Mali, how will they handle the pressure because the pressure is up. Also depending on what happened during the game, how will they respond so that we can still beat Mali and move forward. The same thing goes with the pressure with the World Cup,” Muoto said.

  • Wada hails Fed Govt, INEC

    Kogi State Governor Idris Wada has said the introduction of the Smart Card Reader (SCR) by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has restored a level of confidence in the electoral system.

    Wada, who spoke at Odu in Dekina Local Government, while being accredited for the Presidential and National Assembly elections, said President Goodluck Jonathan kept his promise of one man one vote.

    His words: “From the reports I have received, the elections are going on smoothly, with minor hitches, because of the enthusiasm of the people to elect their leaders.

    “The turnout was impressive, as people  turned out en masse for the polls. The Federal Government should be praised for the exercise.”

    Wada said the work done by INEC over the years manifested in the conduct of the elections, which he noted gave credibility and transparency to the system.

    A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Alex Kadiri, hoped that with the Card Reader, his party would emerge victorious.

    He said: “Although votes will determine the winner, I’m confident and pray that APC will win the elections.

    “Card Readers were used in Kenya and Ghana. It worked well and sanitised the system.”

  • Siasia hails Akpeyi

    Siasia hails Akpeyi

    Former Super Eagles manager, Samson Siasia has rated highest the side’s goalkeeper, Daniel Akpeyi against Bafana Bafana of South Africa in Sunday’s friendly tie at the Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit.

    Eagles were held to a 1-1 draw with the side’s captain, Ahmed Musa scoring the opener in the 85th minute while a defensive blunder allowed South Africa a stoppage time equaliser from forward, Bongani Zungu.

    The Warri Wolves shot stopper had earlier masterfully stopped a penalty that would have given the South Africans the lead in a largely lackluster encounter.

    Siasia said Akpeyi stood out for him in the encounter and would have ended the clash as winners but for the momentary loss of concentration from the back men.

    “The goalkeeper was the best player on match day against South Africa but his defence let him down at the crucial moment.

    “Akpeyi deserved a victory in the clash to compensate his five-star performance in the game.

    “It’s unfortunate they allowed what would’ve been a deserved victory to slip off their hands at the most inauspicious time.

    “I congratulate the captain on match day, Ahmed Musa, for the wonderful opening goal against South Africa.

    “Musa at times plays as if he wasn’t there, a bit listless and anonymous but he remains a good player.

    “His solo goal effort was wonderful on his special day as the captain of the side,” said Siasia to supersport.com.

    Sunday’s score draw in Nelspruit adds up the statistics of seven wins, four draws and a loss in favour of the Nigerians.

  • Taribo hails Enyeama

    Taribo hails Enyeama

    Former Super Eagles defender Taribo West has hailed Vincent Enyeama as one of Nigeria finest goal tenders, as he won his 100th cap in Wednesday’s friendly against Uganda.

    “From day one the way he barked instructions at us his senior colleagues in the Super Eagles defense, without the fear and respect he gives us off the pitch made me know he was heading for the top,” West told SL10.ng.

    “With all due respect he deserves more than the respect he is currently getting he belongs up there with some of the finest goalkeepers Nigeria ever had.”

    On what makes the Lille goal tender a stand out from others who have kept goals for the Eagles, the former Inter Milan star pointed out his consistency, which makes him different from the rest.

    “Vincent has been very consistent over the years from 2002 to 2015 staying at number one is no mean feat in a country like ours, where sometimes people just get tired of your face,” he added.

    “But for Nigerians to accept him for all those years, in error, in victory and in pains marks him out as a rare breed, a role model for upcoming goalkeepers.”

  • Community leader hails Tinubu

    Community leader hails Tinubu

    The National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has been hailed for his commitment to democratic principles.

    In an interactive session with journalists in preparatory to Asiwaju Tinubu’s forthcoming birthday, Alhaji Taroeed Farombi, the Akinrogun of lsolo, said as a leader that has confronted the challenges of democracy, Tinubu deserved to be honoured on such an occasion.

    Tinubu, Farombi said, has ensured better life for all, quality education, uncommon philanthropy and building enviable future for the youth.

    His words: “Asiwaju has laid a good foundation which makes the whole world to recognise him. He is a dogged fighter, a strategist, an uncommon achiever and a winner. Whatever they might say about him, he remains a colossus and would lead to better fulfilment of his destiny.”

    The Babaloja of Aswani Market, Isolo prayed for his good health and more years of selfless service to the country. He enjoined Nigerians to emulate him.

  • Ekiti APC hails police chief for allowing rally

    The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State has praised the Commissioner of Police, Mr. Taiwo Lakanu, for granting the party the permit to hold its March for Buhari rally scheduled for next Monday.

    The party said Governor Ayo Fayose is angry with the police boss for granting it the permission..

    Its Publicity Secretary, Taiwo Olatubosun, alleged in a statement yesterday that the governor was shocked that the police chief granted APC permission to hold its rally.

    “We have it on good authority that the governor fumed on learning that the commissioner of police granted our request to hold a rally for our presidential candidate, General Muhammadu Buhari.

    “The governor castigated the man, insisting on disrupting the rally whenever it is held, but we commend the police chief for standing up to the governor that he had acted in accordance with the law,” Olatubosun explained.

    The APC spokesman urged the governor to start  learning the democratic culture of tolerance and imbibe conduct expected of a modern man.

    “We continue to wonder why this governor is proving to Nigerians daily that he is not fit for a civil and decent society.

    “He spent several weeks destroying our posters and billboards, including threats to the lives of our members by thugs,” the APC spokesman said.

    The party spokesperson added that his activities had forced the party to petition the National Human Rights Commission and other relevant world bodies.

  • Enyeama hails Lille mates

    Enyeama hails Lille mates

    Vincent Enyeama has praised his Lille team-mates after they sealed their third win on the bounce, beating Rennes 3-0 at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy thanks to a hat-trick from Belgium striker Divock Origi.

    The 32-year-old shot stopper, who is poised to make his 100th cap for the Super Eagles when they face Boliva at the Akwa Ibom International Stadium, Uyo, on March 26, also thanked the club fans for their massive support.

    Enyeama would become only the second Nigerian to reach the century mark in 70 years. Former captain Joseph Yobo was the first player to reach the milestone in 2014 in a World Cup match against Argentina which the Eagles lost 3-2.

    “Super match guys against a very good team #Rennes.  Three victories in a row, I’m so proud of the team. #WEARELOSC. Big thanks to our supporters and fans that were exceptionally amazing. God made it,” he wrote via his Instagram page.

    The win sees Lille climb up to eighth in the table, nine points behind AS Monaco in the final European place with nine games left to play while Rennes drop a place to 11th.

    Enyeama, who made his debut for Nigeria in 2002, won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2013 and was also part of the Super Eagles’ squad that won bronze in 2004, 2006 and 2010.