metro
Dangote Cement restores electricity to Ogun host communities
Dangote Cement restores electricity to Ogun host communities
…State Assembly commends Ibese Plant’s gesture to end outage
IN the spirit of good neighbourliness, Dangote Cement Plc, Ibese has donated multi-million Naira worth of electrical items to some neighbouring communities around its operation in Ibese, in Yewa North Local Government, Ogun State, to enable the communities reconnect to the national grid and have their power supply restored.
The management of Dangote Cement Plc donated the electrical materials to close out the lingering power outage in the affected communities which have been in darkness for some months due to unhealthy High-Tension Lines on their distribution network.
Meanwhile, the Ogun State House of Assembly has promptly commended the Cement factory, for rising to the occasion and delivering the electrical materials needed to restore power to the affected communities; thus fulfilling its promises after being notified of the plight of the communities.
Items donated by the Ibese Plant management led by the Plant’s Head of Social Performance, Ademola Ojolowo, included 1,200 metres of Aluminium conductor steel-reinforced cable (ACSR), 20 High Tension (HT) Poles, 40 pieces of Pot insulator, and ten (10) pairs of tie straps.
The items were presented to the communities at the constituent office of Adegoke Adeyanju Awoso, Ogun State House of Assembly member representing Yewa North State Constituency 1 and this handover was witnessed by various stakeholder groups across the ten (10) benefitting communities and the officials of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC).
READ ALSO:
- Many Nigerian prisoners tortured to confess – Australian High Commission
- Breaking: Frank Kokori, ex-NUPENG leader, dies on 80th birthday
- Kaduna bombing a mistake, shouldn’t warrant COAS’ resignation — Yar’Adua
At the event, Ojolowo explained, to the excitement of the representatives of the communities, that the decision to intervene was borne out of genuine care for the people and the desire to help mitigate negative impact of the outage on socio-economic activities of the people. He reiterated the company’s commitment to the sustainable development of its host communities and continued collaboration on initiatives geared towards the general wellbeing of the people.
In his response, Adegoke Adeyanju, who spoke on behalf of the benefitting communities, expressed delight with the donation of the electrical items and urged the IBEDC officials to ensure that the installation was carried without further delay. He commended the Management of DCP for coming to the aid of the communities at this critical period, and promised to continue to work for promotion of peace and tranquillity in the communities for the greater good of his people.
The joy on the faces of the people on sighting the electrical items was palpable as it rekindled their hope of enjoying power supply going forward especially during the forthcoming Yuletide season.
Reacting to the development on the floor of the Ogun State House of Assembly, the Speaker, Kunle Oluomo commended the management of Dangote Cement Plc for being sensitive to the plight of the people in its host communities, saying the House was very proud of the foremost cement company.
The speaker made the commendation, while responding to the presentation of Hon. Adeyanju, who enjoined the Management of the company to continue in the spirt of good neighbourliness, and assured that the House would be on the same page with the company to ensure that peace reigns supreme in the host communities.
Earlier, Adeyanju had informed the Assembly on the need to appreciate the cement giant for fulfilling its promise towards contributing to re-energise the communities that had been thrown into darkness following the damage caused by truck drivers to electrical installations in the area.
In the spirit of good neighbourliness, Dangote Cement Plc, Ibese has donated multi-million Naira worth of electrical items to some neighbouring communities around its operation in Ibese, in Yewa North Local Government, Ogun State, to enable the communities reconnect to the national grid and have their power supply restored.
The management of Dangote Cement Plc donated the electrical materials to close out the lingering power outage in the affected communities which have been in darkness for some months due to unhealthy High-Tension Lines on their distribution network.
Meanwhile, the Ogun State House of Assembly has promptly commended the Cement factory, for rising to the occasion and delivering the electrical materials needed to restore power to the affected communities; thus fulfilling its promises after being notified of the plight of the communities.
READ ALSO:
- Ooni of Ife denies visiting Emefiele in prison
- Akpabio cancels trip to Dubai amid criticisms against FG’s delegates to COP28
- McTominay scores double against Chelsea to reduce pressure on Ten Hag
Items donated by the Ibese Plant management led by the Plant’s Head of Social Performance, Ademola Ojolowo, included 1,200 metres of Aluminium conductor steel-reinforced cable (ACSR), twenty (20) High Tension (HT) Poles, forty (40) pieces of Pot insulator, and ten (10) pairs of tie straps.
The items were presented to the communities at the constituent office of Hon. Adegoke Adeyanju Awoso, Ogun State House of Assembly member representing Yewa North State Constituency 1 and this handover was witnessed by various stakeholder groups across the ten (10) benefitting communities and the officials of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC).
Speaking at the event, Mr. Ojolowo explained, to the excitement of the representatives of the communities, that the decision to intervene was borne out of genuine care for the people and the desire to help mitigate negative impact of the outage on socio-economic activities of the people. He reiterated the company’s commitment to the sustainable development of its host communities and continued collaboration on initiatives geared towards the general wellbeing of the people.
In his response, Adegoke Adeyanju, who spoke on behalf of the benefitting communities, expressed delight with the donation of the electrical items and urged the IBEDC officials to ensure that the installation was carried without further delay. He commended the Management of DCP for coming to the aid of the communities at this critical period, and promised to continue to work for promotion of peace and tranquillity in the communities for the greater good of his people.
The joy on the faces of the people on sighting the electrical items was palpable as it rekindled their hope of enjoying power supply going forward especially during the forthcoming Yuletide season.
Reacting to the development on the floor of the Ogun State House of Assembly, the Speaker, Kunle Oluomo commended the management of Dangote Cement Plc for being sensitive to the plight of the people in its host communities, saying the House was very proud of the foremost cement company.
The Speaker made the commendation, while responding to the presentation of Hon. Adeyanju, who enjoined the Management of the company to continue in the spirit of good neighbourliness, and assured that the House would be on the same page with the company to ensure that peace reigns supreme in the host communities.
Earlier, Adeyanju had informed the Assembly on the need to appreciate the cement giant for fulfilling its promise towards contributing to re-energise the communities that had been thrown into darkness following the damage caused by truck drivers to electrical installations in the area.
metro
EFCC Drags Fuji Musician to Court Over Alleged ₦21.2m Fraud
EFCC Drags Fuji Musician to Court Over Alleged ₦21.2m Fraud
LAGOS, Nigeria – The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a Fuji musician, Felix Duke Osagie, before a Lagos State court over an alleged ₦21.2 million fraud.
The musician was reportedly arraigned on Thursday before Justice Ismail Ijelu in connection with allegations of financial fraud, according to a report published on the EFCC’s social media platform.
The arraignment marks another high-profile case involving the anti-graft agency’s investigation and prosecution of alleged financial crimes.
However, details of the charge, including how the musician allegedly obtained the money, the identity of the complainant and the specific transactions involved, were not visible in the available excerpt.
EFCC Drags Fuji Musician to Court Over Alleged ₦21.2m Fraud
metro
‘Tinubu Graduated in 1979, You Arrived in 1985’: Omowaiye Challenges Pearse Over CSU Claims
‘Tinubu Graduated in 1979, You Arrived in 1985′: Omowaiye Challenges Pearse Over CSU Claims
ABUJA, Nigeria – A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Oluremi Omowaiye, has challenged Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Dr Adetokunbo Pearse, over his claims concerning President Bola Tinubu’s academic records, drawing attention to their respective educational backgrounds.
Omowaiye’s reaction followed Pearse’s recent television interview in which the former Chicago State University (CSU) lecturer questioned Tinubu’s attendance at the American institution and alleged that the President never studied there.
Pearse had claimed that he worked at Chicago State University between 1985 and 1990 and served as the director of the programme Tinubu reportedly attended.
However, Omowaiye dismissed the claim, arguing that Tinubu had graduated from the university in 1979, six years before Pearse said he began working there.
According to Omowaiye, the timeline raises questions about Pearse’s assertion that he directed the programme attended by the President.
The APC chieftain also questioned Pearse’s academic background, pointing to his reported studies in English at Bayero University, Kano, and subsequent academic pursuits at the University of Sheffield and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he reportedly obtained a doctorate in Contemporary African Literature.
Omowaiye argued that Pearse’s academic specialisation was in English and the humanities rather than Accounting, the discipline Tinubu studied at Chicago State University.
On Tinubu’s educational records, Omowaiye cited the October 2023 testimony of Chicago State University’s Registrar, Caleb Westberg, during legal proceedings in the United States.
Westberg testified that Tinubu attended the institution between August 1977 and June 1979 and graduated on June 22, 1979, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, majoring in Accounting.
The testimony was accompanied by university documents presented during the proceedings.
Omowaiye also maintained that the controversy surrounding Tinubu’s academic qualifications had been addressed by the Nigerian Supreme Court.
The APC chieftain reportedly gave Pearse seven days to retract his allegations and apologise publicly, threatening legal action and petitions to the Inspector-General of Police and the Director-General of the Department of State Services if he failed to comply.
He said his intervention was motivated by concerns about the spread of claims concerning the President’s educational background, particularly among young Nigerians.
The controversy followed Pearse’s appearance on News Central Television, where he questioned the President’s academic history and accused the Minister of Education of misleading Nigerians over Tinubu’s educational records.
However, Pearse’s allegations remain disputed, particularly in view of the testimony and documentary evidence presented by Chicago State University during the 2023 US court proceedings.
The latest exchange has further intensified political arguments surrounding Tinubu’s educational qualifications as political activities gradually gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections.
‘Tinubu Graduated in 1979, You Arrived in 1985’: Omowaiye Challenges Pearse Over CSU Claims
metro
Schoolboy Foils Kidnap Attempt After Suspect Uses Father’s Name to Lure Him
Schoolboy Foils Kidnap Attempt After Suspect Uses Father’s Name to Lure Him
EDJEKOTA-OGOR, DELTA STATE — A schoolboy identified as Marvellous has reportedly escaped a suspected kidnapping attempt after a commercial motorcycle rider allegedly tried to lure him away by claiming that his father had sent him.
The incident occurred in Edjekota-Ogor community in Delta State, where the unidentified motorcycle rider reportedly approached the boy and attempted to gain his confidence by mentioning his father’s name.
The suspect allegedly told Marvellous that his father had instructed him to pick him up, apparently hoping to deceive the young boy into following him.
However, Marvellous reportedly became suspicious of the rider’s claim and refused to go with him, thereby foiling what could have been an abduction.
Following the incident, community leaders reportedly intervened to ensure the boy’s safety and facilitate his return to his family.
The President-General of Edjekota-Ogor community subsequently directed the community’s Secretary-General to take necessary steps to protect the boy and reunite him with his relatives.
READ ALSO:
- NELFUND Loan: How Parents Can Stop Children from Collecting School Fees Twice
- N52,500 Minimum Pension: PenCom Gives States Condition to Secure Benefits for Retirees
- Gombe Political Tension: Pantami Defies Burning Tyres, Roadblocks as Convoy Comes Under Attack
Acting on the directive, the Secretary-General reportedly contacted members of Marvellous’s family and successfully ensured that he was returned safely to his relieved parents.
The incident has drawn attention to the need for increased vigilance among parents, guardians and community members over the safety of children.
Parents have been urged to educate their children never to follow anyone, including familiar-looking strangers, without first confirming such arrangements directly with them.
Children should also be taught not to rely solely on someone mentioning their parents’ names as proof of familiarity or authority.
The identity and whereabouts of the suspected motorcycle rider were not disclosed in the account of the incident.
Schoolboy Foils Kidnap Attempt After Suspect Uses Father’s Name to Lure Him
-
metro3 days agoFayose Petitions IGP, Threatens Lawsuit Over Rape, Torture Allegations
-
News3 days agoDespite Tegbe’s 72-Hour Promise, Nigerians Still Battle Power Outages
-
metro2 days agoCourt Orders Final Forfeiture Of 48 Properties Worth N212bn Linked To Malami
-
metro3 days agoThree Broken-Down Trucks Paralyse Abuja-Kaduna Highway, Travellers Spend Eight Hours in Gridlock
-
International2 days agoUS Lawmakers to Hold Fresh Hearing on Nigeria’s Insecurity, Christian Killings
-
Auto2 days agoAfter-Sales Support Will Define Future of Nigeria’s Auto Industry – Carloha Marketing Chief
-
International3 days agoTrump Makes Stunning Admission: ‘I Will Always Hate Some of My Enemies’
-
News3 days agoEdo APC Chieftain Hacked to Death by Son Over Alleged Prophecy