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Governor Seyi Makinde-Economic Challenges To Inflation, Pledges Economic Recovery-2024 (View Text)
In his New Year address, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State acknowledged the challenges faced by his administration over the past seven months, attributing them to the removal of fuel subsidy and the fluctuation in the Naira to Dollar exchange rate. He expressed understanding of the impact on the state’s economy and residents, emphasizing the continuous efforts made to provide relief through various initiatives….CONTINUE READING....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Governor Makinde detailed measures taken, including the Sustainable Actions for Economic Recovery program, which provided immediate relief through food packages for the poorest population, extended to pensioners and civil servants. The administration also implemented low-interest loans for traders, agropreneurs, and smallholder farmers, distributed grains to farmers, and facilitated low-cost transportation through Omituntun Buses.
Despite these efforts, the governor acknowledged that rising inflation rates posed ongoing challenges. However, he reassured the public that the implementation of the 2024 Budget of Economic Recovery would reinforce reforms aimed at securing the state’s economy.
Governor Makinde sought continued support from the people, highlighting the administration’s commitment to tough decisions that would lead to prosperity for all. He outlined upcoming projects, including road constructions, industrial hubs, solid minerals revenue, Independent Power Project, and initiatives to boost tourism.
In concluding, Governor Makinde urged citizens to see the bigger picture, envisioning a state where investors and tourists feel safe. He implored collaboration in implementing the rule of law, recognizing that enforcing laws might require stepping on toes, and expressed optimism that 2024 would mark a positive turning point for the state.
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Resignation from Post and Party: Bala Salihu Ngalda, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman for Pantami Ward in Gombe State, has officially resigned from his leadership role and exited the party effective immediately, as stated in a resignation letter dated July 27, 2026.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Consultation and Process: Ngalda made the decision following thorough deliberation and wide consultations with his family members, and he expressed confidence that the APC leadership would respect his choice to step down.
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Undisclosed Reasons and Future Plans: Although he did not reveal the reasons behind his departure or his next political move—including whether he intends to switch to another party—he kept his future political destination unstated.
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Gratitude to Stakeholders: Despite quitting, Ngalda thanked the APC hierarchy at ward, local government, state, and national levels for the platform to serve, while also acknowledging the backing he received from the Gombe State Government during his time in office.
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Ongoing Respect: Ngalda concluded that leaving the party does not diminish his regard for the APC and its core principles, offering his best wishes for its continued progress and success.
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BOMBAY BLOWOUT! Oshiomhole Unmasks The Brutal Truth Behind Tinubu’s Shocking Lagos Defeat To Peter Obi!.
Adams Oshiomhole, the senator representing Edo North, claimed that former Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele’s naira redesign policy was the reason Peter Obi defeated President Bola Tinubu in Lagos during the 2023 elections. During an interview on TVC on Monday, Oshiomhole explained that voter frustration over extreme cash shortages drove Lagosians to reject the ruling APC. He stated that the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari practically confiscated funds by altering the currency, forcing citizens to endure grueling overnight lines at ATMs and POS operators just to access limited cash. According to Oshiomhole, this manufactured hardship and public anger naturally led citizens to vote against the ruling party.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Bombshell Revelation: Ifeanyi Ejiofor Insists He Has Stopped Representing Nnamdi Kanu Since 2023!.
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Ejiofor’s Withdrawal Timeline: Barrister Ifeanyi Ejiofor stated he voluntarily resigned from Nnamdi Kanu’s personal legal team in December 2023, nearly three years before Kanu’s recent directive to terminate his services.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Distinction Between Roles: Responding to a July 22 termination letter from Kanu, Ejiofor clarified that he has not acted as Kanu’s or his family’s personal counsel since 2023, calling suggestions otherwise a “deliberate distortion of facts,” but emphasized his firm remains the valid, retained solicitor for IPOB as an organization.
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IPOB Reaffirms Retainer: Ejiofor noted that IPOB has reaffirmed his firm as its legal representatives and that this ongoing professional mandate cannot be unilaterally altered or invalidated by Kanu, citing the firm’s success in securing the acquittal of over 200 IPOB members between December 2023 and 2025.
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Challenge to Communication Authenticity: Ejiofor questioned the legitimacy of the purported termination letter from custody, citing the Nigerian Correctional Service Act to argue that such correspondence requires authentication by the facility’s officer-in-charge, and warned against relying on unauthorized messages from inmates.
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Kanu’s Directives and Warning: In the July 22 letter, Kanu reportedly instructed Ejiofor to cease representing him, his family, and IPOB, stop issuing public statements on their behalf, withdraw from all pending cases, and warned against the unauthorized disclosure of confidential information, which could lead to disciplinary action.
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