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Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), on Wednesday, insisted that all the commercial motorcycles impounded in the city would be crushed.
Mrs Deborah Osho, Head of Operations, Directorate of Road Transport Services, FCTA, stated this during a clampdown operation on commercial motorcycles operators in Abuja.
Osho said that the operation was in line with the law that banned the operations of commercial motorcycles in the city.
She said that the continued operation of commercial motorcycles in the FCT had evolved from traffic offences to serious security breach.
This, she said, had necessitated government intervention in order to to curb the activities of commercial motorcyclists.
“There is an existing ban on the operation of commercial motorcycles in the city and that is what we are here to enforce.
“We have just impounded some of them and we are going to crush them for security reasons.
“The operators should not come near the city. If you want to operate, go to where it is approved in the suburbs and other rural areas.
“Commercial operators of motorcycles are not welcome in the city,” she said.
Also speaking, Dr Peter Olumuji, Secretary, Command and Control Centre, FCTA Department of Security Services, said that the operation was part of efforts to curb criminality in the city.
Olumuji said that the recent arrests of kidnapping suspects revealed that commercial motorcycles were being used for quick escape after committing crime.
He insisted that crushing the impounded motorcycle would strengthen the enforcement of the ban on their operations in the FCT and enhance the security and safety of residents.
The News Agency of Nigerian (NAN) reports that the operation was carried out on major highways in the city, namely: Kubwa, Airport Road, Apo and Lokogoma.
However, some Abuja residents have kicked against the incessant crushing of impounded motorcycles.
They said that destruction of motorcycles should rather be replaced with stiffer fines or the auctioning of such motorcycles for use in areas where their operations were not banned.
According to the residents, the heavy fines will discourage riders from veering into areas where their presence was not permitted.
The All Progressive Congress(APC) in Irele Local Government Area of Ondo state, has suspended Irele Ward 1 Chairman, Mr. Ifayemi Akinrodoye, popularly known as “Luweri”, due to gross misconduct and breach of party’s regulations.
According to the letter jointly signed by APC Ward 1 Executives, and released to The Newsmen, Akinrodoye was given 40 hours to react to the allegations leveled against him which to give room to fear hearing.
Signatories to the suspension letter included; Akinloose Samuel, Omosehini Ibukun Julianah Olanuri, Aderibole Adenike, and Omobonu Akinyemi, amongst others.
Full text;
All Progressive Congress (APC) Irele Ward 1, Irele Local Government Area Ode Irele 28 February 2024
Mr. Akinrodoye Ifayemi All Progressives Congress (APC), Irele Local Government Area, Ondo State.
Dear Sir,
NOTIFICATION OF SUSPENSION LETTER
That is regarding the letter of notice of gross misconduct and breach of party regulations dated 23rd February 2024, in which the said letter directed you to react to the allegations of gross misconduct and breach of party regulations leveled against you by members of the Executive Committee of Ward 1 of APC, Irele Local Government Area, the said members of the committee hereby write as follows after holistic resolution of members of the said committee:
That in the said letter dated 23 February 2024, you’re given 40 hours to react to the allegations leveled against you which amounted to a fear hearing.
That intentionally, you refused to react to the said letter which reflected a wide disrespect to constituted authority.
As A consequence of your wild refusal to react to the said letter dated and stated above, you’re hereby suspended indefinitely from the office of APC Ward 1 Acting Chairman/Vice Chairman, Irele Local Government Area: and henceforth shall cease to function as APC Ward 1 Acting Charman, dated 23 February.
On this note, we hereby notify you officially that APC Acting Chairman/Vice Chairman Ward 1, Irele Local Government Area (Akinrodoye Ifayemi), has been suspended indefinitely. Hence, you should stop parading yourself as the Acting Chairman of Irele Ward 1. Therefore, Mr. Adekanle Fagbemi has been appointed as the Acting Chairman of Irele Ward 1.
Throws Community into Wild Jubilation. In a bid to make community roads more accessible to citizens and residents, Senator Representing Ondo Central Senatorial District, Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire(SAN) has commenced grading of community roads across his constituency.
The grading which started from Oke Iya community along Ijoka Road in Akure, Akure South LGA threw the landlords and residents into jubilation.
According to the residents of the community, the road will helps in reducing the agony experiencing on daily basis due to the bad shape of the road which has led to constant damage of their vehicles and untold financial burden from okada riders who always take advantage of the bad road to exploit them.
The grading exercise is intended to link all the communities in the area in order to enhance their infrastructural and social economic development.
At the flag-off, Adegbonmire who was represented by one his aides, Hon. Kolawole Olusegun who doubles as the project supervisor described the senator as a man of his words who is fulfilling the promises he made to the community during electioneering campaign.
Hon. Kolawole added that the graded road covers over 30 km and is already bringing sign of relief to the community as many landlords and tenants who are planning to relocate from the community are already having change of mind.
In his own remarks, Chairman of Oke Iya Landlord Association, Mr. Sule Ojo-Fasero said the road has been a serious concern to the community particularly during the raining season.
He however thank Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire for coming to their aid .
His words” we thank Distinguished Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire SAN for his intervention in fixing our road.
” This singular effort will help in reducing the burden of our people who uses the road on daily basis.
” We pray that he will continue to make progress in life “.
Also, Chairman Oke Iya Community Road Rehabilitation Committee, Mr. Olubodun Abimbola could not hide his feelings and appreciation.
Mr. Olubodun thanked the people’s Senator on behalf of the entire landlord association for a job well done.
Hon. Akomolafe Adewale ,a Landlord and a Former house of Assembly Aspirant appreciated Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire for his swift intervention to the road within a short notice
He said the Oke Iya community road is very strategic because of it linkage to other towns like Oda and Idanre but the state of the road has been a serious concern.
Your Excellency, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, the Executive Governor of Ondo State.
Prof. Simidele Michael Odimayo, SA to Mr Governor on Health Matters.
Hon. (Dr) Abiola Makinde – HoR Member, Ondo East/Ondo West Fed. constituency.
Otunba Agboola Kelly, Secretary, Ondo APC Elders Caucus.
Hon. Akinwande Akinrodoye, Chairman – Ondo State Signage
Hon. Fatai Olawale, Odigbo LG APC Chairman.
Mr Adedimeji, Odigbo Local Government APC Secretary.
Comrade Omosehin Odudu, NURTW State Chairman
Other distinguished leaders of our great party, APC at the Ward, Local Government, State, and National Level.
Distinguished members of the press, esteemed colleagues, TRM Campaign team across the 18 Local Governments, supporters, and fellow citizens of Ondo State.
I want to sincerely appreciate all our people who arrived here from different locations in Ondo State; North, Central and South, defying all odds just to be part of this historical gathering.
I stand before you today with a profound announcement. I stand before you with a strong conviction awaiting declaration.
For many months, I have traversed the length and breadth of our state listening to your aspirations, your concerns, your hopes, your fears about the future of our Sunshine State. I have been to Akoko through Owo and Ose. Ose, where my darling wife is proudly from. I have visited the riverine Ilaje and Ese Odo through the beautiful homes of the Ikales – Irele and Okitipupa. Okitipupa – the home of Oil Palm; where I had my basic primary education. Also from Akure North, where I had my secondary school education down to the Oloyemekuns – Akure, Ifedore, Idanre, ile oluji/okeigbo and to the Ekimoguns in Ondo. To my people in Odigbo Local Government, today is historic.
I will always congratulate the people of Ore. Not only because I was birthed and grew up here, but because Ore by location is strategic and divine. Permit me to briefly market my product, Ore.
In 1983, Awolowo was here in Ore. And on this particular field and made some prophetic declarations which are gradually unfolding.
You will also agree with me that previous governors and governorship aspirants like Agagu, Mimiko flagged off their campaigns from this particular venue. Here, we are today.
It will not be out of place today to let the world know the significance of the mega city in embryo called Ore. The gateway between the South South/South East and South West. It may interest you to know that Biafra war ended in Ore. “Ija Ore, Ole ku”.
Ore, small Lagos as fondly called is another city that accommodates all tribes in Nigeria and they live in harmony. Credit to the Odigbo indigenes for their accommodating spirit.
Here we are today in Ore to declare for Mr Orisimisan. “Ori Wa Ti San L’Ore”.
As you are all aware that I announced my decision to run for the number one seat in Ondo State out of my strong desire to bring the desired positive, transformative change to governance. I believe our state is begging for a purposeful leadership that can galvanize the people on the right path of progress and prosperity.
I strongly believe that God is the ultimate giver of power, and power is giving as it pleases Him, and in the case of Ondo State, the emergence of Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa is undoubtedly a divine order. The events of the last five (5) months in Ondo State affirmed that.
I cannot but extend my appreciation to the father of our dear nation today, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for the fatherly role and timely intervention he exhibited when the Sunshine ship was at the edge of sinking. We are indeed grateful and Lucky to have you at this time.
In the short tenure of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, I have witnessed a leader of exceptional character, an outstanding performer who is seeking to continue the developmental strides of our late Governor, Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, SAN. His dedication to the well-being of our state, his measured approach to governance, and the wisdom he brings to the table have profoundly impacted my decision to step down and declare my support for him.
Let me be clear: my decision to step down from the race is not borne out of fear or inadequacy. It is, instead, a testament to the power of recognizing the exceptional leadership style and achievement of Mr Governor within a short time; the genuine counsel and advice from recognised elders and political leaders within and outside the state that we share the same political ideology: and my commitment to putting the needs of the people above my ambition.
It is on these grounds that I have decided to drop my governorship ambition and declare my absolute support for Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa beyond 2025.
I am declaring my support for a man who has a good blend of what Ajasin, Adefarati, Agagu, Mimiko and Akeredolu represented by ideology.
I am stepping down for an administrator who is not only cool, calm and courageous but has the leadership skills and qualities to move this state to higher level.
Believe me, Orimisan will deliver.
I am supporting a man whose decisions, actions and programs are guided by public interest, genuine love and concern for the masses.
I’m here before you to throw my weight behind a good listener, deep thinker and a great teacher. A leader with great empathy, accessibility and simplicity. These you can’t take from Gov. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa.
My fellow aspirants and citizens of Ondo State, let us rise above the divisiveness of campaigns and embrace the opportunity for unity and cohesion within the party and under a leader who embodies the true values we hold dear. Together, under Governor Aiyedatiwa’s leadership, we can build a more prosperous, equitable, and vibrant Ondo State for ourselves and generations to come.
A governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Ondo state, Hon. Tunji Rhema Moyero has stepped down his ambition and declared support for Governor Luck Aiyedatiwa.
Hon. Moyero made the declaration at the government field in Ore, the headquarters of Odigbo local government.
Thousand of party members, supporters, and TRM LG members across the 18 Local governments marched from the Flyover Bridge in Ore, Odigbo Local Government down to Government Field as Dr. Tunji Rhema Moyero officially stepped down and declared his support for Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State.
The presence of Mr. Governor and his entourage also took the atmosphere to another reverberation level as people chanted the name of the Governor with so much excitement, demonstrating their affection and love for the number one citizen of the State.
While addressing the waiting crowd at Government Field, Dr. Moyero acknowledged the love, trust, and confidence demonstrated by his supporters,he appreciates the leadership of Ondo State Artisan Group, and members of Okada Riders amongst others.
He said: “My decision to step down from the race is not borne out of fear or inadequacy. It is, instead, a testament to them power of recognizing the exceptional leadership style and achievement of Mr. Governor within a short time; the genuine counsel and advice from recognized elders and political leaders within and outside the state that we share the same political ideology: and my commitment to putting the needs of the people above my ambition.
“I am stepping down for an administrator who is not only cool, calm, and courageous but has the leadership skills and qualities to move this state to a higher level.
“I am declaring my support for a man who has a good blend of what Ajasin, Adefarati, Agagu, Mimiko, and Akeredolu represented by ideology, he said.
“Let us rise above the divisiveness of campaigns and embrace the opportunity for unity and cohesion within the party and under a leader who embodies the true values we hold dear. “Together, under Governor Aiyedatiwa’s leadership, we can build a more prosperous, equitable, and vibrant Ondo State for ourselves and generations to come.” He admonished other aspirants.
A governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Ondo state, Hon. Tunji Rhema Moyero has stepped down his ambition and declared support for Governor Luck Aiyedatiwa.
Hon. Moyero made the declaration at the government field in Ore, the headquarters of Odigbo local government.
Thousand of party members, supporters, and TRM LG members across the 18 Local governments marched from the Flyover Bridge in Ore, Odigbo Local Government down to Government Field as Dr. Tunji Rhema Moyero officially stepped down and declared his support for Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State.
The presence of Mr. Governor and his entourage also took the atmosphere to another reverberation level as people chanted the name of the Governor with so much excitement, demonstrating their affection and love for the number one citizen of the State.
While addressing the waiting crowd at Government Field, Dr. Moyero acknowledged the love, trust, and confidence demonstrated by his supporters,he appreciates the leadership of Ondo State Artisan Group, and members of Okada Riders amongst others.
He said: “My decision to step down from the race is not borne out of fear or inadequacy. It is, instead, a testament to them power of recognizing the exceptional leadership style and achievement of Mr. Governor within a short time; the genuine counsel and advice from recognized elders and political leaders within and outside the state that we share the same political ideology: and my commitment to putting the needs of the people above my ambition.
“I am stepping down for an administrator who is not only cool, calm, and courageous but has the leadership skills and qualities to move this state to a higher level.
“I am declaring my support for a man who has a good blend of what Ajasin, Adefarati, Agagu, Mimiko, and Akeredolu represented by ideology, he said.
“Let us rise above the divisiveness of campaigns and embrace the opportunity for unity and cohesion within the party and under a leader who embodies the true values we hold dear. “Together, under Governor Aiyedatiwa’s leadership, we can build a more prosperous, equitable, and vibrant Ondo State for ourselves and generations to come.” He admonished other aspirants.
The Commandant, Tantita Security outfit in Ondo State, Senior High Chief Idowu Asonja, has commended the Governor of Ondo State, His Excellency, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa for appointing Dr. Olukayode Ajulo, SAN, OON, as the State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice
In a release made available to the newsmen, Senior High Chief Asonja described the appointment as well-deserved, owing to his wealth of experience and effective performance in legal vocation.
He appreciated the Governor for appointing a man with a clear vision of driving positive change and advancing the interest of Ondo State and Nigeria at large in his day-to-day public release.
According to him, with the appointment of Dr. Kayode Ajulo as Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in Ondo state, I am convinced that Governor Aiyedatiwa is committed to excellent service delivery.
“I am highly impressed by the quality and reasonable people painstakingly appointed by the Governor. People who share good vision, mission and drive for their father’s land”.
“I know that Dr. Kayode Ajulo has worked hard to reach this point, and I’m so happy that he has been recognized for his hard labour with this new appointment and assignment. It is well-deserved”.
“What a wonderful blessing to have Dr. Kayode Ajulo, a man with a clear vision, a visionary leader, a hardworking and diligent fellow, and a man who is genuinely interested in upholding the dignity of the Sunshine State on board in the government of Ondo State, assuring that the dedication and ability that got him to this level will continue to serve him well.
“Dr. Kayode Ajulo SAN is my personal and family lawyer, I know his antecedents and what is capable of doing. In his common language, the progress and development of Ondo State are his major concerns. May God grant him the power, enablement, and strength to achieve his long-term vision for Ondo State.” Asonja said.
He finally appreciated Governor Aiyedatiwa for appointing quality people to his cabinet and specially thanked the Governor for recognizinglo’s exceptional leadership qualities.
The Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Association of Nigeria(TAMPAN) has described the death of one of its prominent members, Oyebamiji Tolani Quadri popularly known as Sisi Quadri as a colossal loss.
In a statement, the Global President of the Association, Otunba Bolaji Amusan(Mr. Latin) said the news of the demise of the 44-year-old comic actor shocked theatre practitioners, especially within the Yoruba genre where the deceased practiced his craft.
Otunba Amusan who condoled members of the movie industry, prayed that God will give the family, especially the wife and kids the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
Sisi Quadri, who hails from Iwo in Osun State has been in the industry for over two decades and became famous with the Late Alhaji Yekini Ajileye’s productions.
Inmates in the Correctional Centre in Jos, Plateau State capital, on Friday, protested the plan to reduce their food ration.
It was gathered that the protest followed a tip-off on the downward review of their food size.
The increasing cost of living in the country sparked demonstrations as youths and women from various parts of the country took to the streets to voice their concerns, joined by the Nigerian Labour Congress to protest the economic challenge.
Protesting the development, the inmates reportedly refused to take orders from the custodial officials while shunning their breakfast.
The custodial officials, however, used tear gas to force them back to their rooms, gathered in the centre of the prison yard, the prisoners were shouting at the top of their voices.
Confirming the development, the Comptroller of the Jos Correctional Centre, Raphael Ibinuhi, said the decision to reduce the food ration was prompted by the high cost of living in the country.
Ibinuhi said, “The problem has to do with the high cost of goods in the market. The contractor in charge of the food said they are being forced by the price of food items to reduce the size of the plate of food.
“So, it is the food size that provoked the protest. I don’t think the protest is necessary because the food challenge and the cost of items a national issues that the Federal Government is already addressing.
“And I want to believe that since it is a national issue, whatever step is taken by the Federal Government to address it will be felt everywhere in the country including the correctional centres.”
– Directs security agencies to arrest perpetrators
The attention of Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has been drawn to reports of alleged attacks on some persons and destruction of campaign materials in the wake of the visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the State on Wednesday.
The Governor says his administration will not tolerate any form of violence that is capable of threatening the peace and tranquility of the State.
As the Governor has said repeatedly, any political campaign that disturbs the peace in the State is unacceptable and must be met with the decisive actions of law enforcement agencies.
It is pertinent to make it clear that nobody associated with the Governor or the government of Ondo State was involved in any of the reported activities ascribed to “political thugs” during the President’s visit to Owo and Akure.
The Governor has therefore asked law enforcement agencies in the State to arrest and prosecute anyone found to be engaged in such violent activities.
The Governor urges politicians and their followers to ensure that their campaings are issue based, devoid of blackmail, spreading falsehood, inciting the public, and intimidating opponents.
Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State.
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