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31/12/2024

Ogun to Construct Anthony Joshua Indoor Boxing Ring---Abiodun
.. Ex-boxing champion to light torch of National Sports Festival in May

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has announced plans by his administration to construct a brand new Anthony Joshua Indoor Boxing Ring in the state.

Governor Abiodun also announced that the two-time former world heavyweight boxing champion would be lighting the Gateway Games National Sports Festival torch, which has been postponed to May next year.

The Governor made this known on Monday when he hosted the two-time world heavyweight boxing champion in his office.

"I want to openly request that, besides the fact that today we are going to officially confirm you as our sports ambassador, we want to request that you come back to light up the Gateway Sports Festival torch; you will be the one lighting it up.

"We are going to construct a brand new Anthony Joshua Indoor Boxing Ring, and that boxing ring will be in a stadium here in Abeokuta to ensure that you come home more frequently. Besides the fact that you are now our official sports ambassador, we have decided that we will give you a brand new house in Sagamu," he said.

The Governor urged Anthony Joshua to find ways of supporting the state in the area of sports development by working alongside the Director General of the National Sports Commission and the state Commissioner for Sports Development to host a boxing championship in the state.

"We want to plead that you also find ways to support us back home. We believe that we should have tournaments planned leading to the sports festival, and you were expressing how you will participate and what you can do to mentor.

"We leave you to work with our Director General of the National Sports Commission and the Commissioner for Sports Development on what we can do to ensure that we have activities leading to the sports festival in your boxing arena.

"Proudly, we bid for the National Sports Festival for this year, and we won that bid. The festival was supposed to be in January; however, for some technical reasons, it's been postponed to sometime in May.

"In preparation for the sports festival, we are spending a lot of money; we are totally refurbishing, rehabilitating, and reconstructing our sporting facilities. As you know, sports is a universal language; it brings people from different parts of the world together," he said.

The Governor noted that the state is blessed with many talents spread across music, arts, and sports who are doing very well and, at the same time, placing the state on the world map.

Prince Abiodun added that the state is extremely proud of the achievements of Anthony Joshua on the world stage, saying that his administration would support his career in every way it can.

"Your coming back home will be a source of motivation and inspiration for many young men who are aspiring sportsmen, and we have quite a lot of them in Ogun State.

"I want to congratulate you on what you have achieved in such a short span of time. You've made a short story of your life and your career.

"Whatever we can do to encourage you to continue to win more laurels for yourself, your family, for the state, and Nigeria, be assured that we will be more than happy to do that. We watch your career grow, and we are going to support your career in every way we can," he said.

Earlier in his remarks, Anthony Joshua noted that he would work towards promoting Ogun State to the rest of the world by showcasing the numerous talents in the state.

31/12/2024

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Man sentenced to death for stealing fowl finally freed after 14 years

Segun Olowookere, a man who was sentenced to death at the age of 17 for allegedly stealing a fowl, has been released from prison after spending 14 years in detention.

31/12/2024

Nigerian lecturers relocating abroad, says ASUU

The Academic Staff Union of Universities has expressed concern over the increasing number of Nigerian lecturers relocating abroad.

In an interview with The PUNCH, ASUU’s national president, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, revealed that Nigerian universities would soon be left with a dwindling number of qualified lecturers.

Osodeke highlighted the most significant challenges that lecturers are facing in 2024.

Lecturers are finding it difficult to make ends meet. Many are struggling just to stay afloat. Additionally, the government still owes us three and a half months of arrears and a full year of wage awards. Many of our colleagues are leaving the country in search of better opportunities, and if this trend continues, Nigerian universities will be left with an alarming shortage of qualified lecturers.

“The government continues to establish new universities, but they seem to overlook the critical issue of staffing. Only a few qualified lecturers are teaching in our institutions, and if nothing is done to address this, Nigeria may soon be left with a severely underqualified teaching workforce.”

He added that “Funding has always been a challenge for university professors. It’s difficult for a professor to survive on just N450,000 a month, especially when they are spending over N200,000 on fuel alone due to the recent hikes in fuel prices. With the rising costs of electricity and other living expenses, it’s becoming increasingly hard for both lecturers and students. I can only imagine how students are managing to come to school under these circumstances.”

31/12/2024

Frequent sponge use not necessary for healthy skin — Dermatologist

A Consultant Dermatologist, Dr Folakemi Cole-Adeife, has cautioned that frequent use of a sponge while bathing can strip the skin of its natural oils and cause micro-tears or micro-trauma.
Dr Cole-Adeife, of Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Ikeja, made this statement during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday in Lagos.
She explained that bathing with a sponge too often could also introduce bacteria and other micro-organisms into the skin, emphasising that the skin naturally exfoliates itself.
She said, “Many people cannot bathe without a sponge, but the truth is, you don’t need to use a sponge too frequently or daily. This is because your skin exfoliates itself naturally most of the time.

“Even if you need to exfoliate your skin with a sponge, which is essentially what the mechanical abrasion of the sponge does, it’s not necessary to do it every day.

Frequent scrubbing with a sponge can strip the skin of its natural oils, create micro-tears or micro-trauma, and introduce bacteria or other micro-organisms into the skin. It can also cause itchy skin. If you have itchy skin, try avoiding the use of a sponge during your bath and observe if it makes a difference.”
Dr Cole-Adeife advised individuals who feel unclean without using a sponge to limit its use to once or twice a week or, at most, three times a week.
“In Nigeria, we often believe that if we don’t scrub our skin thoroughly, we haven’t bathed properly. However, it’s not absolutely necessary to use a sponge daily. If you feel unclean without it, restrict its use to once or twice a week or three times at most,” she added.

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31/12/2024

2025 BUDGET OF REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMISSIONS — PROPOSED

1 Niger Development Commision — ₦776.53 billion

2 North West Development Commission — ₦585.93 billion

3 South West Development Commission — ₦498.40 billion

4 South East Development Commission — ₦341.27 billion

5 North East Development Commission — ₦291 billion

(Budget Office)
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30/12/2024

JEO TV NEWS @9

Newscaster: Hanifat Ismail

Headline: News *Kwara-Based Activist, Lanre Osho Launches Book titled, The Voice of Change*

30/12/2024

NUMBER OF PRIVATE HIGHER INSTITUTIONS IN NIGERIA

Top 12 States
1 🟣Ogun — 33
2 🟣Lagos — 31
3 🟣Osun — 31
4 🟠Kwara — 29
5 🟣Oyo — 23
6 🟠FCT — 21
7 🟠Benue — 20
8 🔴Kano — 19
9 🟢Enugu — 19
10 🟢Anambra — 17
11 ⚫Bauchi — 17
12 🟢Abia — 15

🟠NC ⚫NE 🔴NW 🟢SE 🟣SW

(Univ, Poly/Mono, Colleges of Education)

(NUC/NBTE/NCCE)
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30/12/2024

JEO TV NEWS @9

Newscaster: Hanifat Ismail

Headline: Sport *Team MOH Wins PWKY 4th Edition as Outstanding Players in Football, Ludo , Table Tennis Bags ₦50,000 Each*

30/12/2024

HIGHER INSTITUTIONS IN NIGERIA

Top 12 States — Count
1 🟣Lagos — 59
2 🟣Ogun — 49
3 🟣Osun — 46
4 🟠Kwara — 46
5 🟣Oyo — 45
6 🔴Kano — 44
7 🔴Kaduna — 42
8 🟤Delta — 36
9 🟢Enugu — 33
10 ⚫Bauchi — 32
11 🟤Edo — 30
12 🟠Benue — 28

(Univ, Poly, Colleges of Education)

🟠NC ⚫NE 🔴NW 🟢SE 🟤SS 🟣SW

(NUC/NBTE/NCCE)
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30/12/2024

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30/12/2024

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Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman to Host Grand New Year Celebration in Ilorin

Renowned academic and community leader, Prof. Abubakar O. Sulaiman, has announced plans to kick off the New Year with an exciting festival of fun and togetherness. The event promises a day filled with laughter, adventure, and unforgettable memories for all attendees.

The celebration, set to take place on January 1, 2025, will be hosted at Diamond Park, Ilorin, and will feature activities designed to bring joy and foster community spirit.

The first 500 attendees will enjoy exclusive experiences, making it a truly special way to welcome the New Year.

Prof. Sulaiman encourages residents of Ilorin and beyond to join in the festivities and make the start of 2025 a moment to remember.

30/12/2024

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Eleku Foundation Tackles Health Concerns in Adewole Community as Over 1,000 Elderly Residents Benefit

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30/12/2024

22 Armoured Brigade Committed to Sustaining Peace in Kwara — Maj. Gen Willaims

*22 Armoured Brigade Committed to Sustaining Peace in Kwara — Maj. Gen Willaims*

30/12/2024

Kwara-Based Activist, Lanre Osho Launches Book

A book, titled The Voice of Change: A Call for Transparency and Accountability, Lessons from August Protests in Nigeria was launched on Sunday in Ilorin, Kwara State capital.

Authored by Comrade Mashood Lanre Osho, a Kwara-based activist, the book serve as a clarion call for transparency and accountability in governance, as it offers practical solutions for the president, state govs, lawmakers and aspired leaders on best way to govern.

The launching also featured an award presentation to some outstanding personalities and individuals for their positive contribution to community development in their respective domain

The guest lecturer, Sheikh Al-Imam Abdullateef Sulyman , Chief Imam of Ilorin East LG Secretariat, Oke-Oyi, spoke on the Islamic stance on protest. His lecture highlighted the importance of peaceful protests in bringing about change and promoting accountability in governance.

The author, Comr. Lanre Osho said the book provides a roadmap for improving transparency and accountability in governance, while acknowledging some key contributors who have made significant efforts to the state and the country's development

The book launch was attended by dignitaries and stakeholders in Kwara State, as it marked an important milestone in the ongoing conversation about good governance and accountability in Nigeria.

30/12/2024

Budget: SWAN Commends Gov Abdulrazaq On Offa, Lafiagi Stadia

Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, (SWAN), Kwara State Chapter, and other stakeholders in the state's sports industry have commended Governor Abdulrahaman Abdulrazaq over the 2025 budgetary allocation for sports.

Specifically, the proposed government expenditure for next year envisaged the reconstruction of Lafiagi and Offa Stadia, listing them as priorities.

In a statement made by Ayodeji Ismail, chairman, Kwara SWAN, the move shows that the Governor Abdulrazaq understands and is willing to tap into the youthful potentials in Kwara.

"Kwara State has consistently maintained fifth position at the National Youth Games, NYG, in the last two years which shows that there is a steady improvement in grassroots development.

"Kwara's youth football ecosystem is about the most vibrant in the country with loads of grassroots tournaments happening every month including the Kiddies Cup.

"With two additional stadia to support the one in Ilorin, the sky can only be the limit for what the state can contribute to the country's sports industry," said Ayodeji.

He further added that SWAN will watch the progress of the appropriation bill with kin interest.

"This is because robust grassroots development plans and ex*****on makes for better elite sports exploitation. This is where the money and returns on investment lies.

"On our part in SWAN, through the support of Taiwo Awoniyi, Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest attacker, we are building a sports media center specially for sports brand and marketing of Kwara talents," Ayodeji said.

30/12/2024

Group of Civil Society orgs in Kenya say at least 50 people were arrested during today’s protests.
Demonstrators had taken to the streets demanding an end to abductions amid the disappearance of a number of government critics.

30/12/2024

BREAKING: Sen Saliu Mustapha Conferred with another Chieftaincy Title in Kwara South

The Senator representing Kwara Central Senatorial District, Senator Saliu Mustapha, has been announced as the 1st Agba'akin of Isin Kingdom. The announcement was made by the Olusin of Isanlu-Isin, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr) Solomon Oluwagbemiga Oloyede (JP), a first class ruler and Chairman of Isin LGA Traditional Council.

The conferment, which was done in absentia, was announced during the 2024 edition of the Ajokogun Fiesta (Isanlu-Isin Day), which took place at the Baptist Primary School Playground, Isanlu-Isin, Kwara State.

Oba Oloyede described the title as the highest honor in the Isin Kingdom, adding that it carries privileges and influence not just in Isanlu-Isin land but across Isin Local Government Area.

“For those who did not know, Senator Saliu Mustapha is a friend of Isin land. He has contributed without much funfair to the growth and development of this Kingdom. His contributions have not only touched Kwara Central but have also resonated positively across Kwara South,” the Olusin stated.

This is not the first time Senator Mustapha would be conferred with a traditional chieftaincy title outside of his Senatorial District. It will be recalled that on Saturday, November 12, 2023, the Turaki of Ilorin Emirate was announced and coronated as the Maiyegun of Obbo-Aiyegunle by the Owa L’Obbo of Obbo-Aiyegunle, Engr. (Dr.) Samuel Oluleye Adelodun.

The Owa L’Obbo in Council said the conferment was in recognition of Senator Mustapha's long standing friendly relationship with the community and her sons and daughters from all walks of life.

Also recently, the Oloro of Oro-Ago Kingdom, His Royal Highness, Oba Johnson Olarewaju Dada, alongside his Council of Chiefs, announced the conferment of the chieftaincy title of Aree Atunluṣe of Oro-Ago Kingdom on the Senator at an elaborate ceremony.

The Ajokogun Fiesta, an annual celebration of the cultural heritage and unity of the Isin people, served as the backdrop for the announcement. The event attracted a diverse array of dignitaries, traditional leaders, and residents, who gathered to celebrate the rich traditions of the Isin Kingdom.

The conferment of the Agba’akin title places Senator Mustapha among the most respected figures in the kingdom, reflecting his role as a unifying figure and his efforts in fostering development across various communities.

30/12/2024

*Kwara North Group Accuses Gov AbdulRazaq of Misusing State Funds for IEDPU Projects*

https://justeventonline.com/kwara-north-group-accuses-gov-abdulrazaq-of-misusing-state-funds-for-iedpu-projects/

The Kwara North Development Commission (KNDC) has accused Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of deploying state resources to fund projects for the Ilorin Emirate Descendants Progressive Union (IEDPU), describing the move as discriminatory and unlawful.

The group, in a statement released on Thursday and made available to Just Event Online TV , raised concerns over the governor’s announcement at the IEDPU 59th Annual Conference, where he revealed plans to execute projects worth no less than N250 million under the union’s auspices.

KNDC, in the statement signed by it's President, Hon. Abdullahi Mansuma and Hajia Zainabu Seko queried the legality of such expenditure and demanded clarity on the source of the funds.

“It needs to be clarified whether this fund is going to be personally sourced or from the state allocations belonging to all of us,” the group stated.

"The IEDPU is a sectional socio-cultural group. It belongs to only Ilorin people, to the exclusion of others. It's at best personal to Ilorin people. So, why should the Kwara Governor go and pledge state funds for the completion of their projects?"

The commission expressed dissatisfaction with what it termed an imbalance in the governor’s approach to governance, accusing him of favouring his home base, Ilorin Emirate, at the expense of other regions in the state.

“How many such projects has the Governor facilitated for the Patigi Emirate Development Union (PEDU), Offa Descendants Union (ODU), or Baruten Patriotic Agenda?” KNDC asked.

Describing the move as “an outright illegality,” the group hinted at plans to challenge the action in court.

"We reject this move and declare it as illegal and discriminatory. This is an outright illegality, and we will challenge it in court at the appropriate time,” the statement read.

KNDC called for a more equitable distribution of state resources, noting that the current trajectory could deepen the sense of marginalization felt by other parts of the state, particularly Kwara North.

Efforts to obtain a response from the governor’s office on the allegations were unsuccessful as of press time.