LG Election: Abeokuta North Chairmanship candidate promises to facilitate international projects

The All Progressives Congress APC, Chairmanship candidate of Abeokuta North Local Government in the coming November 16th L G polls in Ogun state, Hon . Olanrewanju Oyegbola Sodipo has said his administration would synergize with international organizations so as to enhance further development and growth of the Local Government.
Hon. Oyegbola Sodipo stated during an interview with journalists in Abeokuta, ogun State Capital.

He stated that as part of his programmes, if elected as the Chairman of the council, developing partners such as United Nations’ programmes would be facilitated to the LG.
The Chairmanship candidate also hinted that his administration would beckon on prominent personalities from the local Government,wherever they are in Nigeria and overseas for them to contribute meaningful to the programmes and developmental projects so as to provide sustainable dividend of democracy to the people.
He added that the need to contribute positively to the welfare of the people , progress and turn around of Abeokuta North Local Government,among others prompted him to vie for the Chairmanship seat .
He added that the elderly, aged and Pensioners’of the LG Healthy living would be his administration’s priority as qualitative Health schemes are part of the blueprints to be enjoyed by the group.
He also stated that maternal schemes for pregnant women would be taken care of, empowerment and series of financial programmes to boost small business owners ,artisans,Skills acquisition initiatives and youths empowerment are also part of the programmes .
” Our Local Government is an agragarian place, our LG is quite different for other LGs . There are arable lands here, we will engage our Youths in meaningful agricultural projects that will yield bountiful harvest for the LG, and we will be able to feed ourselves and the state as well”.
“We are also prepared to key into the ISEYA mantra of our indefatigable Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun in all it entirety”
On fulfilment of campaign promises, Oyegbola Sodipo said that the Local Government Autonomy initiated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and passed into law by the Supreme court , which the State Governor has been one of its prime mover will be of greater help for the LGs to be able to perform optimal.
He , therefore, assured the people of the local government that by the grace of God, and the support of the prince Abiodun Led administration, his administration would perform wonders within 100 days in office.

BUA Foods Bags Multiple Awards

…Becomes first Nigerian business to win AABLA Company of the Year Award

BUA Foods Plc, the makers of IRS Pasta, BUA Sugar, IRS Flour, and BUA Rice, has emerged as the 2024 Company of the Year at the prestigious CNBC’s Africa All Africa Business Leaders Awards (AABLA) held in South Africa.

This historic win makes BUA Foods the first Nigerian organisation to win the Company of the Year award in the 12-year history of AABLA, Africa’s largest premier business award renowned for recognising outstanding achievers in Africa’s business landscape.

The award came hours before BUA Foods was named the “Most Valuable Indigenous Food Company” at the 2024 BrandCom Award in Lagos State. In late September 2024, Marketing Edge also awarded BUA Foods as the “Customer-centric FMCG Corporate Brand of the Year” while Media Consortium named IRS Premium Wheat Flour the “Premium Brand of the Year”.

According to the leading Nigerian food company, the awards acknowledge its significant contributions to the African food industry, commitment to sustainable growth, and positive impact on the continent.

The Managing Director of BUA Foods, Engr. Ayodele Abioye (PhD.), in his acceptance speech at the AABLA award in South Africa, noted that the award is not just for BUA Foods but for the entire African food industry.

A statement from BUA Foods on Sunday quoted Abioye as saying, “We are deeply honored to be acknowledged as the Company of the Year. This recognition is a testament to our position as a leading force in the African food industry. We are proud to contribute to economic development and positively impact the continent.

“This award is not just for BUA Foods but for the entire African food industry. It acknowledges our collective efforts to bolster food security in the region, especially in the face of ongoing challenges.

“Just last month, we solidified our position as a global player by signing agreements with Italian and Turkish firms to expand our Pasta and Wheat production to 900,000 metric tonnes per annum and 2.5 million metric tonnes per annum respectively. This strategic move positions us to become the largest milling company in Nigeria by 2025, and ultimately Africa in the near future”.

Ayodele subsequently expressed gratitude to the organisers of the award, valued stakeholders, and employees of the company, saying their trust and loyalty have fueled BUA Foods growth.

He also reaffirmed BUA Foods’ commitment to empowering African communities through sustainable food production and distribution.

“As we look ahead, we remain steadfast in our mission to feed Africa and contribute to the region’s economic development. We will continue to explore new markets, forge strategic partnerships, and invest in innovative technologies to elevate the African food industry to unprecedented levels,” he added.

PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES DR ADEDUNTAN, AS FIRST BANK CELEBRATES EX-GROUP CEO

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PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES DR ADEDUNTAN, AS FIRST BANK CELEBRATES EX-GROUP CEO

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates Dr Adesola Adeduntan, the retired Group Chief Executive Officer of First Bank Nigeria Limited, for his exceptional service at Nigeria’s oldest bank.

In celebration of Adeduntan’s remarkable tenure, the 130-year-old First Bank will host a special send-off ceremony this weekend, expressing gratitude for his contributions over the past nine years.

President Tinubu commends him for steering the bank through transformative growth, which includes expanding customer accounts from 10 million to over 42 million and elevating Profit Before Tax from N10 billion in 2015 to an impressive N300 billion in 2023.

These milestones, the President said, reflected Adeduntan’s visionary leadership and commitment to excellence.

The President expresses his appreciation for Adeduntan’s willingness to serve the nation in various pivotal roles, including his contributions to the Nigerian Economic Summit Group and other prominent institutions. His extensive expertise in the financial sector has significantly bolstered Nigeria’s economic landscape.

President Tinubu also lauds the bank’s solid internal management ethos, which is responsible for the seamless transition from Adeduntan to the current CEO, Olusegun Alebiosu.

President Tinubu wishes Dr. Adeduntan continued success in all his future endeavors.

Bayo Onanuga

Special Adviser to the President

(Information & Strategy)

November 1, 2024