… Passes Vote of Confidence on Him

Group Describes House of Reps Member’s Comments on Umahi as Frivolous, Unhealthy
… Passes Vote of Confidence on Him

Odu’a Professionals Development Forum has condemned what it described as unhealthy and frivolous comments made by the Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Federal Roads Maintenance Agency, Remi Oseni, who claimed that the minister of works,Mr Dave Umahi had misplaced his priorities over the state of roads across the country.

The committee Chairman, who accused the Minister of neglecting his duty and priorities at an oversight meeting claimed the works Minister had “no plan for the nation.”

But in a reaction to the comments,Odu’a Professionals Development Forum in a statement signed by the Coordinator, Chief Olatunji Aborishade defended the Works Minister, saying,” it is unhealthy to insinuate that a committed Minister such as Umahi who has been working under stringent financial conditions, is a failure just within a year of being appointed.

According to the group,Umahi is one of the hardworking and productive Ministers who has demonstrated the courage and will to ensure that our roads are constructed with the requisite standard specifications.

While urging him to shun any form of diversionary scheme aimed at pulling him down at this critical period, the group cautioned him against joining issues with the lawmaker out of the regards for Nigerians National Assembly , especially Speaker of the House of Representatives,who appreciate his efforts .

The statement further reads : “We have carefully followed all the Ministers appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and discovered,No works Minister had ever had the courage to terminate contract and deal with big construction giants like Umahi.

“We are therefore urging the Works Minister to publish and document the success achieved with the N300bn projects used for over 330 roads, palliatives, and bridge repairs to avoid this kind of propaganda against him.

The group which, called on the House of Member to face his duty of lawmaking and leave members of the executive arm of government to their work with distractions, stated,”We are glad to inform him that Umahi has revealed that the Ministry of Works has reached over 85% completion in the procurement and execution of 330 road palliatives and bridge repairs.

Stating that ,”It is in the public domain that Umahi as Nigeria’s Minister of Works, has been recognized as one of the nation’s top-performing ministers in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.

“Since assuming office as Minister of Works, Umahi has embarked on numerous infrastructure projects, including the successful reopening of the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos after extensive maintenance works.

“And the award of Badagry-sokoto; Lagos- Calabar coastal highway, Lagos -Abeokuta ,Port Harcourt- Enugu Road, Calabar- Onitcha Road, Suleja -Minna Road, Abuja-Lokoja Road projects further solidified his reputation as a dedicated and effective leader.

“We recalled how he saved over 400 billion naira tax payers money fraudulently charged by the contractors handling the Abuja -Kano-Kano roads. For us, it’s a feat worthy of commendation rather than condemnation . Against this background,we passed vote of confidence on the Minister .

The Judge Justice Simon Amobeda on Thursday in his ruling banned KANSIEC from conducting the election, saying that “the executive members of the commission are card carrying members of the NNPP”.

But in his judgement on Friday, Justice Sanusi Ma’aji of the state high court issued a contrary order, directing KANSIEC to go ahead with the election slated for Saturday.

A renowned Nigerian industrialist,manufacturer,and entreprenur, Otunba Aderemi Abdul-Bojela is among the leading awardees of the Highstone Global University,Texas,USA come early next month.Otunba Aderemi is a distinguished industrialist,and economist with over forty years of transformative contributions to Nigeria’s manufacturing and consumers credits sectors. During the ceremony,he would be conferred upon with Doctor of Business Administration & Entreprenurship(honoris causa) by Highstone Global University,Texas,USA.
Also, Aderemi will be decorated as winner of the Prestigious Leadtimes Africa Businessman of the Year.This is largely due to his exploits in the Nigeria’s manufacturing sector. Chief Madugba Kelechi, the chairman and CEO, Gemnka Nig Ltd, is expected to bag doctorate degree in Petroleum Economics during the summit for his impacts in the sector.While Dr. Anthonia Ada Utomi, the Managing Director/CEO of Anthomi properties Nigeria Limited,will be honored as the Leadtimes Africa Real Estate Woman of the Year 2024 during the occasion.This is due to her enviable records made in the Real Estate sector as a woman.Also,Umar Mohammed,Chairman/CEO of UBUILD REAL ESTATE with over 25 years of experience in business management,logistics and procurement, will bag Doctor of Business Administration (honoris causa) at the occasion at the University of Lagos.Others are the President/chairman of Council of Institute of Chartered Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators, Mrs Funmi Ekundayo;Group CEO of Asset and Resource Management, Mrs Jumoke Ogundare;Group Financial Controller of Sterling Asset Management and Trustees Limited Group, Abimbola Olufunke Abioye;and the Executive Director of Nova Merchant Bank Ltd, Olufunke Gloria Okoya are among the few eminent Nigerians that are listed for the honorary Doctorate degrees of HighStone Global University, Texas, USA,billed to hold at the University of Lagos early next month. Others penciled down for the honor include Mr. Emeka Nnadozie, Managing Director/CEO of Dozek Lab & Scientific Supplies Ltd;Arc.Shehu Ahmed Tukur, principal partner of Canonic Associates Ltd. In a press statement credited to the co-convener of the summit, Professor Buba S. Mshelia and Advisory Board Chairman of Leadtimes Africa, he said, ” Selection of these awardees were done in a very rigorous and competitive manner;parameters used to select nominees include aggregate of positive impacts made by individual especially in his community development efforts, award of scholarships to the youth in their local communities;we also look at the empowerment program Initiatives carried out by the nominees across their local communities;and above all, how they have touched the lives of the less privileged, the most vulnerable, the widows, among others.”
Others shortlisted for this global recognition include the TETFund Director,Abdulmumin Banji Oniyangi;Managing Director/CEO of First City Monumental Bank(FCMB) Mrs Yemisi Edun;Hajiya Risikatu Ahmed, Managing Director/CEO of Aso Savings and Loans;the 2nd Vice President,Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria,Mrs Mojisola Bakare A and the President of Petroleum and Natural GAS Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN),Comrade Festus Osifo are among the top-notch nominees for this years’ edition of the Highstone Global University honorary doctorate degree award slated for the first week of November 2024.While few will bag honors in strategic Management and Human Development; other professionals will bag honorary degrees awards in Banking and Finance including Mrs Mojisola Bakare A.among others.In a press statement credited to the advisory Board Chairman of Leadtimes Africa Magazine,co-convener of the summit,he said:”The program which will attract stakeholders in leadership circle,business leaders,and professionals across Board would hold at the University of Lagos early next month with the theme titled:Evolution of Durable Youth Empowerment Programs and Capacity Building Through Good Governance in Leadership-pathway to Sustainable Peace and Development in Africa”.
In addition to those listed for honorary doctorate degree awards include the Senior Pastor of Liberty International Church, Ifako Ijaiye, Lagos who will bag honorary doctorate degree in Humanities; S.A. to Imo State Governor, and President of Oru Progressive Association,Imo state, High Chief Marcel Okoro;Surv.Emmanuel Njoku C.,Abia State chairman of Association of Private Practising Surveyors of Nigeria who will be honored with Doctor of Construction Economics & Quantity Surveying (honoris causa);Surv.Mrs Abiola Adebiyi Mapaderun,Managing Director of Route Tracers Global Services Limited who is expected to be conferred upon with Doctor of Estate Management (honoris causa);and Mrs Somachi Chris-Asoluka,Managing Director of Tony Elumelu Foundation who is nominated for honor in Strategic Management and Human Development of the Highstone GLOBAL University,Texas,USA.
The CEO of United Capital Trustee Ltd, Mr. Michael Abiodun Thomas is a nominee for doctorate degree in Business Administration as the Co-Founder/CEO of Kuda Technology Mr. Baba Ogundeyi will bag honorary doctorate degree in Banking and Finance.Also,the MD/CEO of Federal Housing Authority Hon. Oyetunde Ojo and the Executive Secretary of Association of Microfinance Banks Mr. Kabir Yar’adua will be honored with doctorate degree in Business Administration respectively at the ceremony.Other great Nigerians listed for the for the forthcoming honorary award at the University of Lagos include Chief Charles Ezeagwu,CEO of Royal Terrace Hotels who will bag honorary degree in Business & Corporate Governance of the institution.In the same vein, the MD/CEO of Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria,Shehu Usman Osidi and the Executive Director of NOVA Merchant Bank Ltd,Olufunke Gloria Okoya will be decorated with honor in Banking and Finance.
Also at the ceremony,the MD/CEO of Dutum Construction Company,Temitope Runsewe,and Barr. Adedayo Ajayi,CEO of Shield Properties Limited will bag Doctor of Business Administration respectively.The DG/CEO of Association of Enterprise Risk Management,Olayinka Odutola has been nominated for doctorate degree in Security & Risk Management, as a renowned TV producer, and Director of E. O. M Communications Ltd, Elkanah O. Mowarin is primed to bag honor in Strategic Management and Media Studies. Others to bag honorary doctorate degree awards at the summit include the Treasurer of Development Bank of Nigeria PLC,Mr.Abubakar Usman Dunguza;Assistant Director of Technical Standards & Network Integrity Department of Nigerian Communications Commission and the MD/CEO of Globus Bank, Mr. Elias Igbinakenzua, will all bag different doctorate degrees at the summit including Banking and Finance,Business Administration and International Law and Diplomacy respectively.

A US-based Nigerian,and Chairman of Solto Guards & Gadgets Ltd, Lukman Olabisi Omotosho(CSPM-ISO) will bag honorary doctorate degree in Business Administration;Ujong Iwara Ibiang of Power Systems and Controls Ltd who is also listed for Business Administration.
Also on the list of awardees are Mr Sammy Dalmeida, CEO of SBG Insurance Brokers who is also listed for Business Administration. While the Delta state Oil Producing Areas Development Commission’s Director, Anthony Eyefeogharan Omaenikun will also bag Doctor of Strategic Management and Human Development (honoris causa)at the ceremony.While the CEO of Wilhelmson Nig. Ltd, Mr Olanrewaju William will bag honor in Security and Risk Management, Arc. Shehu Ahmed Tukur, Principal Partner of Canonic Associates Ltd, Abuja, will be honored with Doctor of Estate Management(honoris causa) as the Executive Director of Tokoni Music Academy, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Mrs Harriet Ebikobowei Okoya is expected to bag honor in music and Social Policy at the ceremony.
Other Nigerian professionals and business icons listed for the University’s honor come first week of November include the secretary,National Assembly’s Legal Services, Annette Egbeheta, a honoree for International Law and Diplomacy; Mrs Mojisola Abdul, chairman of MOJEC Holdings Ltd whose award category is Business Administration as well as the Managing Director and CEO of Eliezar Investments Limited, Mr. Fajana Kehinde is expected to bag doctorate degree in Business Administration(honoris causa).Mr Kabir Gbemisola, CEO of FATGBEMS, and Mr Rosiji, Executive Director, Grand Oak Ltd, will all bag honorary doctorate degrees in Business Administration respectively during the ceremony. While Chief Leemon Ikpea, CEO of Lee Engineering and Construction Co. Ltd will be conferred upon with Doctor of Engineering Construction,as the MD/CEO of Crown Capital Ltd, Rasheed Amao will bag Doctor of Financial Management (honoris causa) at the ceremony at the University of Lagos.
Representatives of the Highstone Global University, Texas, USA led by the Vice Chancellor of the institution, Professor Innime Righteous PhD;President of the Highstone Global University, Professor Amb. Maurice Azubuike Odiete (PhD, JP, NPP, ICSTM), and the African Vice Chancellor of the University Professor Amb. Valentine N. Iheukwumere,will all be in attendance to decorate and confer honorary doctorate degrees on the awardees. Other expected guests include Dr Yemi Opemuti, managing Partner of Bam and Gas Solicitors;Dr.Ifeanyi Madu,MD/CEO of Enmal Orthopedic, Dr. Christopher Atu Iyennoman, CEO of Freightliner Logistics Services Limited, Dr. Amb. Ezekiel Isidahomen PhD, JP, a security Consultant and MD/CEO of Thems Security Systems Limited, Dr. Isaac Chukwudi Ndupuechi, CEO of PIE Management Technology & Educational Consultancy and Adeoye Babatunde, SAN, Legal Consultant to Leadtimes Africa Magazine will all grace the ceremony including Hajiya Dr. Aishatu Ngulde, former Executive Secretary of Borno State Education Endowment Funds.

… Promises All Inclusive Government

The Newly Elected Chairman of Kagarko Local Government area, Hon. Muhuyideen Abdullahi Umar has thanked electorate who trooped out enmass to vote the ruling party,All Progressives Congress (APC) during the just concluded elections across the State.

The Chairman,who promised to prioritize security; agriculture, education, health and infrastructural development, promised all inclusive governance.

In live chat with some journalist on the outcome of the recently concluded elections,Hon. Muhuyideen Abdullahi Umar expressed gratitude to Governor Uba Sani; the Deputy Governor, Kagarko elders ,youths and other stakeholders for the trust and confidence reposed in him to serve as Chairman of the Local Government.

According to him, the mandate is not just a victory for himself, but a victory for every citizen of Kagarko local government, who believes in progress, unity and a brighter future.

While stating that his administration will be guided by fairness, transparency and integrity towards achieving an inclusive Governance for all, he emphasised on the principles of collective responsibility to move the local government forward

Speaking further he insisted :”We will work collectively to ensure improved infrastructure;empowerment,quality healthcare services, agriculture and security for a prosperous Kagarko of our dream.

“Election is over. So, it is a time for healing and unity. I hereby extend a hand of friendship to stakeholders and all political opponents, who contested against me during this election. In my desire to ensure that no one is left behind, I call on all of you to join forces with me in building a secured local government through collaboration and teamwork.

“This is the best way to serve our people and achieve peace and progress. My running mate, the Vice Chairman-Elect, Mr. Titus Musa and I understand the challenges that lie ahead. More importantly, we also understand and deeply value the talent of our people.We pledge to Listen to you and to do the right thing hings in harnessing your talents and putting our local government on the path of irreversible e progress.

“Pray for us, advice us and give us the chance to deliver on our campaign promises.”

The President/chairman of Council of Institute of Chartered Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators, Mrs Funmi Ekundayo;Group CEO of Asset and Resource Management, Mrs Jumoke Ogundare; Group Financial Controller of Sterling Asset Management and Trustees Limited Group, Abimbola Olufunke Abioye;Executive Secretary, National Association of Microfinance Banks (NAMB) ;and the Executive Director of Nova Merchant Bank Ltd, Olufunke Gloria Okoya are among the few eminent Nigerians that are listed for the honorary Doctorate degrees of HighStone Global University, Texas, USA,billed to hold at the University of Lagos early next month.

Others include Mr. Emeka Nnadozie, Managing Director/CEO of Dozek Lab & Scientific Supplies Ltd;Arc.Shehu Ahmed Tukur, principal partner of Canonic Associates Ltd. In a press statement credited to the co-convener of the summit, Professor Buba S. Mshelia and Advisory Board Chairman of Leadtimes Africa, he said, ” Selection of these awardees were done in a very rigorous and competitive manner;parameters used to to select nominees include aggregate of positive impacts made by individual especially in his community development efforts, award of scholarships to the youth in their local communitees; we also look at empowerment program Initiatives carried out by the nominees across their local communities;and above all how they touch the lives of the less privileged, the most vulnerable, the widows, among others.”
Others that are shortlisted for this global recognition include the TETFund Director,Abdulmumin Banji Oniyangi; Managing Director/CEO of First City Monumental Bank(FCMB) Mrs Yemisi Edun;Hajiya Risikatu Ahmed, Managing Director/CEO of Aso Savings and Loans;the 2nd Vice President,Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria,Mrs Mojisola Bakare A and the President of Petroleum and Natural GAS Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN),Comrade Festus Osifo are among the top-notch nominees for this years’ edition of Highstone Global University honorary doctorate degree award slated for the first week of November 2024.

While few will bag honors in strategic Management and Human Development; other professionals will bag honorary degrees awards in Banking and Finance including Mrs Mojisola Bakare A.among others.In a press statement credited to the advisory Board Chairman of Leadtimes Africa Magazine,co-conver of the summit,he said: “The program which will attract stakeholders in leadership circle,business leaders,and professionals across Board are expected to converge at the University of Lagos early next month for the summit with the theme titled:Evolution of Durable Youth Empowerment Programs and Capacity Building Through Good Governance in Leadership-pathway to Sustainable Peace and Development in Africa”.

Among those listed for honorary doctorate degree awards include the Chairman/CEO of UBUILD REAL ESTATE, Umar Mohamed;the Chairman/CEO of Gemnka Nigeria Limited,Chief Kelechi Madugba, who is nominated for Doctor of Petroleum Economics;and the Senior Pastor of Liberty International Church, Ifako Ijaiye, Lagos who will bag honorary doctorate degree in Humanities.Others are S.A. to Imo State Governor, and President of Oru Progressive Association,Imo state, High Chief Marcel Okoro;Surv.Emmanuel Njoku C.,Abia State chairman of Association of Private Practising Surveyors of Nigeria who will be honored with Doctor of Construction Economics & Quantity Surveying (honoris causa);Surv.Mrs Abiola Adebiyi Mapaderun,Managing Director of Route Tracers Global Services Limited who is expected to be conferred upon with Doctor of Estate Management (honoris causa);and Mrs Somachi Chris-Asoluka, Managing Director of Tony Elumelu Foundation who is nominated for honor in Strategic Management and Human Development of the Highstone GLOBAL University,Texas,USA.

The CEO of United Capital Trustee Ltd, Mr. Michael Abiodun Thomas is a nominee for doctorate degree in Business Administration as the Co-Founder/CEO of Kuda Technology Mr. Baba Ogundeyi will bag honorary doctorate degree in Banking and Finance.

Also,the MD/CEO of Federal Housing Authority Hon. Oyetunde Ojo and the Executive Secretary of Association of Microfinance Banks Mr. Kabir Yar’adua will be honored with doctorate degree in Business Administration respectively at the ceremony.Other great Nigerians listed for the for the forthcoming honorary award at the University of Lagos include Chief Charles Ezeagwu,CEO of Royal Terrace Hotels and Otunba Aderemi Abdul-Bojela,a renowed industrialist and Entrepreneur, will bag honorary degree in Business & Corporate Governance and Business Administration and Entreprenurship of the institution respectively.In the same vein, the MD/CEO of Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria,Shehu Usman Osidi and the Executive Director of NOVA Merchant Bank Ltd,Olufunke Gloria Okoya will be decorated with honor in Banking and Finance.

Also at the ceremony,the MD/CEO of Dutum Construction Company,Temitope Runsewe,and Barr. Adedayo Ajayi,CEO of Shield Properties Limited will bag Doctor of Business Administration respectively.The DG/CEO of Association of Enterprise Risk Management,Olayinka Odutola has been nominated for doctorate degree in Security & Risk Management, as a renowned TV producer, and Director of E. O. M Communications Ltd, Elkanah O. Mowarin is primed to bag honor in Strategic Management and Media Studies. Others to bag honorary doctorate degree awards at the summit include the Treasurer of Development Bank of Nigeria PLC,Mr.Abubakar Usman Dunguza; Assistant Director of Technical Standards & Network Integrity Department of Nigerian Communications Commission and the MD/CEO of Globus Bank, ME. Elias Igbinakenzua, will all bag different doctorate degrees at the summit including Banking and Finance,Business Administration and International Law and Diplomacy respectively.Interestingly,the Managing Director/CEO of Anthomi Properties Limited,Dr.Anthonia Ada Utomi,a real Estate professional,will bag the prestigious Leadtimes Africa Real Estate Woman of the Year Award 2024 at the ceremony.

A US-based Nigerian,and Chairman of Solto Guards & Gadgets Ltd, Lukman Olabisi Omotosho(CSPM-ISO) will bag honorary doctorate degree in Business Administration;Ujong Iwara Ibiang of Power Systems and Controls Ltd who is also listed for Business Administration as well as Mr Emeka Nnadozie, CEO of Dozek Lab and Scientific Supplies Ltd, also a nominee for Business Administration of Highstone Global University, Texas, USA.
Also on the list of awardees are Mr Sammy Dalmeida, CEO of SBG Insurance Brokers who is also listed for Business Administration.Mrs Yemisi Edun, the MD/CEO of First City Monumental Bank(FCMB) will bag Doctor of Banking and Finance(honoris causa) at the ceremony for her Integrity, Transparency,and Accountability in service. while the Delta state Oil Producing Areas Development Commission’s Director, Anthony Eyefeogharan Omaenikun will also bag Doctor of Strategic Management and Human Development (honoris causa)at the ceremony.While the CEO of Wilhelmson Nig. Ltd, Mr Olanrewaju William will bag honor in Security and Risk Management, Arc. Shehu Ahmed Tukur, Principal Partner of Canonic Associates Ltd, Abuja, will be honored with Doctor of Estate Management(honoris causa) as the Executive Director of Tokoni Music Academy, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Mrs Harriet Ebikobowei Okoya is expected to bag honor in music and Social Policy at the ceremony.

Other Nigerian professionals and business icons listed for the University’s honor come first week of November include the 2nd vice president of Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, Mrs Mojisola,Bakare A, who will bag doctorate degree in Banking and Finance ;secretary,National Assembly’s Legal Services, Annette Egbeheta, a honoree for International Law and Diplomacy; Mrs Mojisola Abdul, chairman of MOJEC Holdings Ltd whose award category is Business Administration as well as the Managing Director and CEO of Eliezar Investments Limited, Mr. Fajana Kehinde is expected to bag doctorate degree in Business Administration(honoris causa).Mr Kabir Gbemisola, CEO of FATGBEMS, and Mr Rosiji, Executive Director, Grand Oak Ltd, will all bag honorary doctorate degrees in Business Administration respectively during the ceremony. While Chief Leemon Ikpea, CEO of Lee Engineering and Construction Co. Ltd will be conferred upon with Doctor of Engineering Construction. Comrade Festus Osifo, president of PENGASSAN is nominated for honorary doctorate degree in Social Policy and Administration as the MD/CEO of Crown Capital Ltd, Rasheed Amao will bag Doctor of Financial Management (honoris causa) at the ceremony at the University of Lagos.
Representatives of the Highstone Global University, Texas, USA led by the Vice Chancellor of the institution, Professor Innime Righteous PhD;President of the Highstone Global University, Professor Amb. Maurice Azubuike Odiete (PhD, JP, NPP, ICSTM), and the African Vice Chancellor of the University Professor Amb. Valentine N. Iheukwumere,will all be in attendance to decorate and confer honorary doctorate degrees on the awardees. Other expected guests include Dr Yemi Opemuti, managing Partner of Bam and Gas Solicitors;Dr.Ifeanyi Madu,MD/CEO of Enmal Orthopedic, Dr. Christopher Atu Iyennoman, CEO of Freightliner Logistics Services Limited, Dr. Amb. Ezekiel Isidahomen PhD, JP, a security Consultant and MD/CEO of Thems Security Systems Limited, Dr. Isaac Chukwudi Ndupuechi, CEO of PIE Management Technology & Educational Consultancy and Adeoye Babatunde, SAN, Legal Consultant to Leadtimes Africa Magazine will all grace the ceremony including Hajiya Dr. Aishatu Ngulde, former Executive Secretary of Borno State Education Endowment Funds. Vincent Ezima, a Veteran media Consultant and a public Speaker will serve as guest lecturer at the summit next month.

…Call for his final Expulsion

Northern based group under aegis of Arewa Progressives Forum for Good Governance (APFGG) has accused the former Senate Whip, Senator Ali Ndume of stirring up unnecessary crisis and undermining the National Assembly.

The group with members across the nineteen States of North also expressed displeasure over failure on side of Senator Ndume to reach out to President Bola Tinubu privately for talks rather than criticising the government’s policies to gain cheap popularity.

But in a reaction to his attack on the President in a statement signed by Mal Ibrahim Musa Bichi, the Chairman of Arewa Progressives Forum for Good Governance, the group posited that it is ironical for Senator Ndume, representing Borno South Senatorial District and a member of the ruling party to use the media to call on President to tackle the hardship suffered by citizens,when he’s part of same government.

According to the group,Ndume’s blanket allegation that members of the National Assembly are thieves is not only disparaging,but also unacceptable for a ranking Senator.

The statement further reads:” From information gathered from Some of our members from Borno, his inability to attract meaningful development and projects to his Constituency and State because of antagonist position it not encouraging.

“It is true that politics is a game of number,but also about dialogue and lobbying government to ensure development are drawn to state and people.We have not seen anything tangible he has done for his people ,even as one of longest serving lawmaker in the National Assembly.

“The big question is,Why should the public take someone such as Ndume serious, when he has not done anything serious for his Constituency?

“It is on record that for this same antagonistic posture,during the era of Saraki as the Senate President,he was suspended. It clearly demonstrates that he wont change,thus he should be expelled and his seat declared vacant .

“Recalled that his party, the All Progressives Congress did ask the Senate to relieve him of his position as the Senate Chief Whip over his relentless public criticisms of President Tinubu and the ruling APC, a party to which he belongs.

“The work of a Lawmaker is not about “Seeking Attention” but making laws that would better lots of the citizens.”

Date: October 18, 2024
Time: 10:00 am
Venue: NUJ Sectariat Kaduna State

Welcome Address

Ladies and gentlemen of the press, we welcome you to this briefing on the upcoming local council elections in Kaduna State, scheduled for Saturday, October 19. As a Civil Society Organization, we are committed to ensuring the success of this electoral process.

Election Details
preparation have been put in place by Kaduna State Independent Electoral Commission(KDSIEC) , for the conduct of the chairmanship and Councellorship election scheduled for Saturday, October 19. While accreditations and voting will commence simultaneously by 8:00 am – 2:00 pm in line to the guidelines as stipulated by KDSIEC . Across the 23 local government areas in the State and 384 political wards while over 4million eligible voters are expected to freely elect the candidates of their choice across the political parties that will be participating in the Saturday Council poll.

Importance of Local Government Elections

Local government elections are crucial for:

• Grassroots development
• Effective service delivery
• Accountability and transparency
• Citizen participation in governance

Distribution of Materials
KDSIEC have distributed both Sensitive materials which comprises of the following items across the 23 LGAs Ballot papers, result sheets, pen, tape voting ink, etc and

• Non-sensitive materials: Voting booths, electoral officer kits, and voter verification devices .
  Distribution commenced on October 15th and completed by October 18th.

Call to Action

We urge:

1. All eligible voters to come out and exercise their civic duty on Saturday, October 19.
2. Citizens to report any electoral irregularities to the Kaduna State Independent Electoral Commission (KADSIEC) or security agencies.
3. Political parties to promote peaceful and issue-based campaigns.
4. Observers to ensure objective and impartial monitoring.

Conclusion

As we count down to the local council elections, we reaffirm our commitment to promoting democratic governance and citizen participation. We urge all stakeholders to work together to ensure a peaceful, credible, and inclusive electoral process. Let us harness this opportunity to shape the future of Kaduna State and entrench democratic values at the grassroots level. Together, we can build a stronger, more accountable, and more prosperous Kaduna State.

For further information or clarification, please contact:
Abdul Rasheed Shuaib
Secretary of the Group
08140592920

A member of All Progressive Congress APC in Kaduna north local government Area of Kaduna state, Comrade Musa Mohammed (Moonlight), has expressed his intention to ensure that the All Progressive Congress (APC)’s local government council Chairmanship candidate in Kaduna north, Hon. Mohammed Gambo Zion, wins in the 19 October 2024 local government council election.

He said the All Progressives Congress, APC candidate, is the right person which might lead kaduna north local government Area to a greater heights .

In an interview with newsmen in Kaduna on Wednesday, saying that Hon. Zion if elected will definitely fulfill his electoral promises.

He further stated that Mohammed Zion is the best candidate among the contesting Chairmanship candidates that can provide a quick and comprehensive solution, according to him, is an experienced politician who started from the grassroot level. .

Comrade Musa Mohammed described the opposition party Peoples Democratic party (PDP) as a party that is already ‘dead’, and described its moves as ‘that of a patient in the throes of death’ considering the way people with ideals are leaving it for the APC in droves, and cited heavy political juggernauts in the State such as the former Governor of Kaduna state, Mukhtar Ramalan Yero, former Kaduna senator Shehu Sani, Alhaji Abubakar Mustapha former PDP national organizing secretary, as well as other key members of the Party.

Comrade Mohammed called on the people of Kaduna north to do everything possible to ensure the success of the APC and its Chairmanship candidate, Hon. Mohammed Gambo Zion in the upcoming 19 October 2024 local government council elections.

“I urged to the electorate to vote for the All Progressive Congress (APC) Party local government candidate, Hon. Mohammed Gambo Zion”.

“The people of Kaduna North now have an alternative in the All Progressive Congress APC and its candidate, Mohammed Zion”.

“I do firmly believe that the interest of my beloved people of Kaduna north local government Area will be best served by voting for the APC for council chairman in Kaduna State”.

“Consequently, I urge all our people in kaduna north who yearn for a better local government and state, and for all those who would like to see improved infrastructural development etc, should vote All Progressive Congress APC for local government council elections of Kaduna State.

“As you vote your conscience and your hopes for a better tomorrow in Kaduna north, you will be giving meaning to our local government moniker of being the heartbeat of the state”, he added.

….Express Disappointment over FG’s Slow Approach

Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has issued a 15-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to implement agreements reached for improved Working Condition or face strike action.

According to the union, the 15-day period commenced on October 7, 2024 .

The National Executive Council, which issued on behalf of the Union expressed disappointment over Federal Government’s slow progress and seemingly indifferent approach in addressing the agreements.

Speaking during a press conference held ,the Chairman of ASUP, Comrade Abubakar J. Abdullahi,who briefed members of the Union on resolution reached during the Union’s 111th National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on October 6, 2024 at Abuja,said at the expiration of the 15-day ultimatum, the Union’s NEC will reconvene to decide a specific and legitimate course and design a next line of action if these issues are not addresses by the Government.

However,the Union directed all its local chapters and all zones to prepare for protests, media campaigns, and other peaceful actions during this period while hoping that the Federal Government will utilize the 15-day window to address the issues and prevent a potential shutdown of all Polytechnics across the Nation.

The Chairman who disclosed that some of the agreements,which are dated to 2010 are intended to improve working conditions within the institutions; create a more conducive environment for teaching, learning, skill acquisitions and research, said, it is only after exhausting nearly all avenues for amicable resolution of the ongoing issues that the untimatum was issued.

Speaking further he stated ,”This decision is a direct result of a review of the Government’s response as indicated by the Ministry of Education, the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), the Governing Councils of various Polytechnics, and other agencies regarding the Union’s engagements.

“Specifically, the 111th NEC of our Union resolves to demand the following:
Immediate review and reversal of all decisions taken by the Government, or the NBTE or Governing Councils, those are inconsistent with the provisions of the Federal Polytechnics Act (Amended) 2019.

“The commencement, without further delay, of the review process of the suspended document titled “Schemes of Service for Polytechnic 2023” as agreed at the tripartite meeting between our Union, Ministry of Education, and the NBTE held on the July 19, 2024.

“The swift release of the Second Tranche of the NEEDS Assessment Intervention for public Polytechnics and College of Education.

“The cessation of all acts purposely to undermine, duplicate and surrender the responsibilities of the Academic Boards of Polytechnics in students’ admission process to NBTE.

“The inclusion of the negotiated Peculiar Academic Allowance in the Personnel Budget on the post-IPPIS payment template for our members.
The immediate implementation of the approved 25/35% Salary Review across all public Polytechnics and the payment of the accrued arrears.

“The release and final resolution of the decades-long CONTISS-15 migration arrears for the lower cadre.
The recommencement and completion of the ASUP versus Federal Government 2010 agreement renegotiation process.
The immediate release of the reviewed Condition of Service for the Polytechnic sector”.

He therefore called for Immediate implementation of promotion and payment of all accrued promotion arrears in state-Owned Institutions and release of outstanding promotion arrears in Federal Institutions and College of Education.

By Comrade Musa Mohammed 

 The Registrar, National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies (NBAIS), Professor Yahuza Suleiman Imam, has been described as a complete gentleman that everyone will be proud to be associated with the giant strides recorded since he took over the mantle of leadership.

An investigation conducted by team of journalists who visited the board (institution) recently, observed his tremendous success in his reforming agenda in NBAIS.

It was a clear testimony that he introduced new concept that brings about radical changes in the institution.

He has helped in significant role in National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies.

His contributions and achievements are Visible and laudable.

The Registrar transformation agenda are speaking volume itself, he is gentle and calm, his performance speaks for him, he is a silent acheiver
 he is a good manager of both human and infrastructure.

Prof. Yahuza is an accomplished scholar and astute administrator per excellence, who is the current Registrar and Chief Executive officer of the National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies (NBAIS), kaduna.

The Federal Government approved the appointment of Prof. Yahuza Imam as substantive Registrar of National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies (NBAIS), in May 2023.

Imam, a professor of Modern Arabic Literature at the Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, succeeded Prof. Muhammad Shafi’u-Abdullahi, after completion of his tenure.

Prof. Imam has upgraded the status and the standard of the board’s examinations to international level.

He’s now moving to expand areas of collaboration with universities and organizations within and outside the country.

The NBAIS under the able leadership of Prof. Yahuza Imam are doing everything possible to encourage and improve it’s standard through proper supervision of all Arabic schools and colleges, curriculum development and syllabus standard.

Prof. Yahuza Imam  has made his mark having carried out the responsibilities bestowed on him with diligence, commitment, dedication and professionalism, and his performance was outstanding.
Of particular note was his ability to increase the participation level of students in NBAIS examination  over these years. 

Prior to that, Prof. Imam had supported the past Chief Executive to huge success in the administration of the institute where he served as Director Quality assurance in the instruction. .

Administratively, Prof. Imam had garnered a lot of experience and thus his management style is result oriented and he is a very hands-on administrator.

He is very humble, gentle, level headed, a team player, a man of vision, a firm believer in teamwork, and very firm in taking decisions.

Within the short period of his assumption of office as substantive Registrar, he did a lot to turn things around in NBAIS by mobilising the staff with support from the Governing Council toward repositioning the institute which is in tandem with the policy objectives of the present administration of taking the country to the next level.

Therefore, PROFESSOR YAHUZA SULEIMAN IMAM can now be describe as a transformational leader; a turnaround management expert, or an organizational renewal expert, the young man, sees himself as a team player who can deliver unusual results working with others.

 The Zaria-born public servant, has exercised his wealth of experience as a radical reformer at the helm of the federal government institution which says a lot about the quality of his mind; especially going a step further to put down this practical knowledge which are speaking volume itself.