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24/02/2023

The Ogun State Gateway International Agro-Cargo Airport has made history with the successful landing of its maiden test flights. The airport, which is located at Iperu-Ilishan Road, Ikene local government, in Ogun State, Nigeria, was officially opened by Governor Dapo Abiodun.

The cargo airport is a mega airport project conceptualized by the Governor to create the necessary infrastructure to boost the exportation of agricultural and non-agricultural goods, and reinvigorate social and economic activities in the state, which will subsequently increase revenue generation.

The first private aircraft landed at 2:15 pm, to the excitement of the Ogun people who had gathered to witness the occasion. Among the Ogun State dignitaries that witnessed the achievement included Governor Dapo Abiodun, former Governors Segun Osoba, Gbenga Daniel, former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dimeji Bankole, and the traditional class, including the Akarigbo of Remonland and Awujale of Ijebu, represented by the Orimolusi of Ijebu Igbo.

The height of the day was the landing of Valuejet airline at 3:30 pm, making it the first commercial flight to land at the cargo airport. The airline's Managing Director, Mr. Kunle Soname, described the opportunity as invaluable to the airline.

The Commissioner for transport, Mr. Akin Adesanya, described the event as historic. He stated that the opening of the cargo airport, which has the longest runway in the country, was made possible following the pledge made by the Dapo Abiodun government to deliver it to the people of the state before his first tenure.

Former Governor Gbenga Daniel, who was also present at the event, went down memory lane to attribute reasons for mooting the idea of the cargo airport. He emphasized the resolve to make the airport an alternative to Lagos airport and further make business and transportation of goods seamless to farmers in the state.

The Ogun State Gateway International Agro-Cargo Airport is expected to boost the state's economy by increasing revenue generation and enhancing the exportation of agricultural and non-agricultural goods. The successful landing of the maiden test flights marks a significant milestone in the state's quest for infrastructural development and economic growth

The Ogun State Gateway International Agro-Cargo Airport, which was officially opened by Governor Dapo Abiodun, has made history with the successful landing of its maiden test flights. The airport, which is located at Iperu-Ilishan Road, Ikene local government, in Ogun State, Nigeria, is a mega airport project conceptualized by the Governor to create the necessary infrastructure to boost the exportation of agricultural and non-agricultural goods, and reinvigorate social and economic activities in the state, which will subsequently increase revenue generation.

The opening of the cargo airport is a significant milestone in the state's quest for infrastructural development and economic growth. The airport's primary objective is to facilitate the movement of goods from Ogun State to other parts of Nigeria

24/02/2023

The Rivers State Police Command apprehended Dr. Chinyere Igwe, a federal lawmaker representing Port Harcourt Federal Constituency 2 in the House of Representatives, on suspicion of attempted vote buying and money laundering.

The police found $498,100 and a list for the distribution of the money in his possession during a stop and search duty at about 2:45 pm on Thursday, along Aba Road in the state capital. Grace Iringe-Koko, the Police Public Relations Officer of Rivers State Police Command, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Friday.

The arrest of the suspect, close to the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has triggered swift interrogation and arraignment in court, as directed by the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of elections, Abutu Yaro. The Police Command calls on all contestants and political parties to comply strictly with the provisions of the Electoral Act and other relevant laws. Members of the public are encouraged to report any observation that may lead to a crime or breakdown of law and order using the following hotlines: 08032003514, 08098880134.

The arrest of Dr. Chinyere Igwe is a significant development in the ongoing fight against electoral fraud in Nigeria. Vote buying, a common practice in Nigerian elections, undermines the country's democracy and puts the credibility of the electoral process at risk. It is a violation of the Electoral Act 2010 and punishable by a fine, imprisonment or both.

The Nigerian government has been making efforts to address electoral malpractices, including setting up the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and enacting the Electoral Act. However, these efforts have not been entirely successful, as vote buying and other forms of electoral fraud continue to occur during elections.

The arrest of Dr. Chinyere Igwe highlights the urgent need for more robust measures to curb electoral fraud in Nigeria. It also sends a clear message to other politicians and stakeholders involved in electoral malpractices that such acts will not be tolerated. The Nigerian government must continue to strengthen its institutions and laws to ensure free, fair and credible elections in the country.

In addition, the attack on the premises of Atlantic TV and Wish FM belonging to Mr Igwe two days prior to his arrest is a cause for concern. Such acts of violence against political opponents are unacceptable and have no place in a democratic society. The Nigerian government must take proactive measures to ensure the safety and security of all citizens, especially during election periods

22/02/2023

The Labour Party (LP) of Rivers State has condemned Governor Nyesom Wike for his rumored support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu.

Speaking during a press conference in Port Harcourt, the National Vice Chairman of the LP, Favour Reuben, accused Governor Wike of being driven by selfish interests in his political decisions.

07/04/2020

FG start paying N20,000 to people in Kwara
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31/03/2020

Wole Soyinka Challenged Buhari Over Total Lockdown

Prof. Wole Soyinka has called on lawmakers to check the order of total lockdown in Abuja, Lagos, and Ogun States given by President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday.

The Nobel Laureate asked the lawmakers to explain to the people the area in which presidential order can cover and also to explain the world that the order issued by the President is unconstitutional.

Following the order given by the President last Sunday, many Nigerians reacted to it and challenged Mr President to be out of concern of livelihood and well-being of fellow Nigerians who are living from hand to mouth.

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31/03/2020

CBN Commenced facilitation of intervention package

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) said on Monday that it has started to provide the medical facilities and equipment to all six geopolitical zones in the country to help to curb the outbreak of the novel coronavirus.

This is known when the CBN Director of Corporate Communication .Isaac Okorafor was briefing the newsmen on Monday in Abuja.

According to him, the CBN Governor, Godwin Emiefele said the intervention package included creation of isolation and treatment centres testing facilities, provision of Intensive Care Unit and molecular testing labs across the country. Vanguard News reported

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He said, “We have started with 1,000 beds in Lagos, Kano 500 beds, Rivers 210 beds, Abuja 200 beds, Enugu 200 beds and Borno 200 beds.

“We expect these facilities to be in operational within 10 days.

“The next phase will see locations set up in Katsina, Ogun, Bayelsa, Anambra, Bauchi and Plateau to be ready within three weeks.

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30/03/2020

COVID-19, Oyo State Governor Tested Positive
Focus News Monday, March 30, 2020 Breaking News, Coronavirus, Nigeria,

The Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has been tested positive for the coronavirus.

He announced this via his Twitter handle Monday evening that result of his test was positive.



“I just received my COVID-19 confirmation test result. It is POSITIVE. I am asymptomatic and will continue to self-isolate,” Makinde tweeted on Monday evening.

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“I have designated Prof Temitope Alonge, former Chief Medical Director of the University College, Ibadan, as the Head of COVID-19 Task Force while I recover fully. Please continue to comply with all the directives from the COVID-19 Task Force. Stay home, stay safe,” he added.

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30/03/2020

The National leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sen. Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu donated N200 million to mark his birthday in a bid to support Federal Government ongoing efforts in fighting against the deadly coronavirus embattling the whole nation and the entire world at large.

While making this donation, Asiwaju Tinubu twitted Sunday that N100 million will go to Lagos State Government and the remaining amount of N100million will go to the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) to face the threat of Coronavirus in the country. For complete story click here
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30/03/2020

The Executive Governor of Kwara State, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq has announced his ten months salaries in fighting against the dreaded disease of Coronavirus.

Abdulrahman, who since he assumed office last May as executive governor of Kwara State did not collect any salary from the government purse. He made this decision last year when the permanent secretary of Federal Ministry of Finance declared that he refused to submit his account details for his monthly remuneration.

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Abdulrahman, in a bid to support humanity and support the fight against the Coronavirus pandemic, announced that all his past accumulated salaries would be donated to help provide palliative measures to curtail the spread of the disease. For complete story click here

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28/03/2020

28/03/2020

Wuhan has resumed back to normal life after restriction since January. Activities will begin fully as the city is emerging from isolation due to dreaded coronavirus.

Returnees, some wearing two face masks, latex gloves and protective suits, were greeted at the railway station by staff in similar anti-virus gear — a grim reminder that while the city was emerging from isolation, it was still far from normal.



“As the train neared Wuhan, my child and I were both very excited,” a 36-year-old woman told AFP. She and her daughter had been away from her husband for nearly 10 weeks.

“It felt like the train was moving faster than before, and my daughter said the driver must know we really want to go home. Click here for complete story https://www.focusnews.com.ng/2020/03/life-returns-to-normal-as-china-reopen.html

28/03/2020

Explosion Destroyed Many Properties in Akure
Focus News Saturday, March 28, 2020 Breaking News, Nigeria,

Fire explosion has claimed many properties early hour of Saturday in Akure, the Ondo State capital.

The Residents of Iluabo, a suburb of Akure were panicked as the inferno destroyed many properties in the area around 1am on Saturday, Channel TV reported.



The State Governor Rotimi Akeredolu attested to the scene via his Twitter that there had been a "load blast" and said he would head to the "scene to assess"

He wrote, "I’ve been briefed by security agencies in the state concerning the loud blast that was heard in Akure. I will be at the scene to assess on the advise of heads of our security agencies.

I ask that all citizens remain calm as we ascertain details of the incidence.

— Arakunrin Akeredolu () March 28, 2020

The Governor urged his citizens to “remain calm as we ascertain details of the incidence.”

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I have been briefed by the security chiefs that in the early hours of Saturday March 28th, a vehicle in a convoy transporting explosives to a storage facility in a neighbouring state developed a fault while in transit along the Akure Owo Road about 2km from the Akure Airport.

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According to Daily Post, among the properties affected in the explosion are full boarding school, Aina Awawul Secondary School, one of the most popular churches in Akure, Possibility Ground Ministry, as well as filling station and hundreds of buildings.

The highway was cut off with hundreds of travelers stranded.



Another report has it that over a hundred buildings were destroyed following tragic incident.

The explosion happened in the early hours of Saturday at Eleyowo, Akure, along Owo-Akure highway around 1 a.m.

According to residents of the area, a terrifying loud bang was heard when everyone was already asleep.

The Governor assured swift attention to repair the damaged road and fast work on the alternative way for motorists.

He added that the casualty is not as fatal as claimed by the media, but thank God for Police has taken adequate measure to handle the situation.

During the collation of this report, we do not know whether the incident claimed any life.

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