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Jimoh Ibrahim Gets Senate’s Approval On Ayetoro Intervention

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Jimoh Ibrahim Gets Senate's Approval On Ayetoro Intervention

Jimoh Ibrahim Gets Senate’s Approval On Ayetoro Intervention

…As Senate President Commends Him, Orders Immediate Probe Of Intervention Fund

Senator representing Ondo South at the floor of the Senate, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, CFR on Tuesday presented a paper on the plight of the residents of Ayetoro community in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, urging the Senate to compel Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to, as a matter of urgency, prevent the community from being washed off by the Atlantic Ocean.
He urged the Senate to give NDDC to work with relevant Federal ministries to embark on intervention project that would prevent the seaside community from sea incursion which wreaked havoc in the community annually.
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio upholding of the Senate, gave the approval for immediate intervention to be carried out in the community
Commending Senator Ibrahim for presenting the plight of the people of Ayetoro before the lawmakers, the President of the Senate ordered immediate probe of the intervention fund.
In his presentation, Senator Ibrahim told the Senate that the community was responsible for 5.4 percent of the total crude oil production in Ondo State and oil exploration activities in the community have been undermined by the natural disasters that had rendered many residents homeless.
According to the senator, “Ayetoro Community and its environment account for 5.4 % of the 60,000 barrel per day of Ondo State’s crude oil  production output amounting to about 3.7 % of Nigeria’s total oil production and this ranks Ondo State as the 5th Nigeria’s’ oil producing states, under the Niger Delta Development Commission ( NDDC) Act.)
He, however, lamented that “devasting sea incursion and ocean surges have been the albatross of the Ayetoro community for over two decades with hundreds of homes and properties being destroyed annually resulting in displacement of indigenes of the community and consequently, in the disruption of oil exploration in the area.”
Going memory lane, Ibrahim said: “The oil producing Ayetoro is a phenomenal historical and cultural settlement along the coaster stretch of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State and is also a major source of revenue for the nation.
“Also Ayetoro Community used to be one of the most prosperious riverine settlements in Nigeria due to its thriving trade in fish.”
Senator Ibrahim, however, is disturbed that “the surges have become an annual occurrence that successive governments have failed to attend to and serving a daily reminder to the indigenes of Ayetoro that the  community is gradually slipping into the belly of the Atlantic Ocean.”
He told the Senate that there had been attempted intervention moves in the past, particularly by NDDC to save the estwhile communist community, but the N6.4 billion contract hit the rock as it didn’t see the light of day.
Jimoh Ibrahim Gets Senate's Approval On Ayetoro Intervention
Ibrahim urged the Senate to mandate investigation into the failed contract for the construction of a shoreline protective wall designed with Geo-tube technology.
He briefed the Senate on the intervention attempts made by NDDC to save the coastline community, saying “I am aware that a concerned interventionalist agency, the Niger Delta Development Commission ( NDDC) as early as 2004, just four years after its creation, made a commendable attempt to stem the slide by awarding the contract for the construction of a shoreline protective wall designed with Geo-tube technology in Ayetoro to Gallet Nigeria Limited at an original contract sum of 6.4 billion naira, of which 25 per cent was reportedly paid;
“Also, I am aware that the said contract was revoked in 2009 for alleged lack of capacity and reawarded to Dredging Atlantic Limited at an undisclosed cost, however, eleven years after the new contractor took over, and sixteen years after the contract was first awarded, there is nothing on ground to show any intervention by the government, thereby creating the wrong impression of an unconcerned Federal Government.”
Pleading with the Senate to do something urgent about the plight of the people, Ibrahim said: “The Senate should mandate the committed on NDDC, Environmental and Ecology ( when constituted/to interface with relevant ministries to work out modalities for instant intervention in the disasters.
“Also mandate the committed on NDDC (when constituted) to conduct an investigation into the N 6.5 billion – Shoreline protection contact awarded by the NDDC in 2006 with a view to finding an alternative solution where necessary , to stem the dangerous slide and report back within four weeks for further legislative action.”
PHOTO NEWS: Senator representing Ondo South at the floor of the Senate, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, CFR on Tuesday presented a paper on the plight of the residents of Ayetoro community in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State.

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Comedian IGOSAVE lavish over £10,000 pounds Popping Bottles Of Champagne in London

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Comedian IGOSAVE lavishes over £10,000 pounds Popping Bottles Of Champagne in London

 

 

Legendary comedian Igosave who has been on a European tour since last month, was recently spotted on a spending spree in London.

 

Comedian IGOSAVE lavish over £10,000 pounds Popping Bottles Of Champagne in London

 

According to an eyewitness, the entertainer spent over £10,000 popping premium bottles of champagne, which has got everyone talking.

 

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‎Africa’s Largest Comedy Show, Laffmattazz, Announces 2025 UK Tour Featuring Gbenga Adeyinka and a Star-Studded Lineup

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‎Africa’s Largest Comedy Show, Laffmattazz, Announces 2025 UK Tour Featuring Gbenga Adeyinka and a Star-Studded Lineup

‎Africa’s Largest Comedy Show, Laffmattazz, Announces 2025 UK Tour Featuring Gbenga Adeyinka and a Star-Studded Lineup

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‎Nigeria’s premier entertainment brand, Laffmattazz with Gbenga Adeyinka and Friends, is delighted to unveil its highly anticipated 2025 UK tour as Gbenga Adeyinka lands in London for the shows scheduled to run across six major cities in August.

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‎Africa’s Largest Comedy Show, Laffmattazz, Announces 2025 UK Tour Featuring Gbenga Adeyinka and a Star-Studded Lineup

 

‎Headlined by the legendary African comedian Gbenga Adeyinka, the tour promises a spectacular display of comedy, music, and cultural celebration, featuring some of Africa’s most celebrated performers and entertainers.

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‎Gbenga Adeyinka: A Legend of African Comedy:

‎Hailed as one of the most influential comedians on the continent, Gbenga Adeyinka’s wit, charisma, and comedic mastery have earned him a revered status in African entertainment. His presence ensures an extraordinary experience for all attendees.

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‎A star-studded lineup of performers:

‎The tour will showcase an impressive lineup of entertainers, including:

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‎- King of Comedy Alibaba

‎- MC Abbey Da Prof

‎- MC Larry J

‎- MC OJB

‎- Arkbishop

‎- Aridunnu

‎- MC Obete 1 of Manchester

‎- Toastmaster

‎- Cris Da Enteratainer

‎- Okikiade

‎- Bidemi Alaran

‎- MC Questionnaire

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‎This diverse ensemble guarantees a night filled with side-splitting comedy, captivating performances, and lively music.

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‎The tour is supported by industry leaders, including FIRS, Air Peace, and TMS UK Properties Ltd. The tour underscores their ongoing support of African entertainment and cultural diplomacy.

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‎Tour Schedule & Venues

‎- Cambridge – August 22, 2025

‎ Venue: Arbury Hall, The Centre, Campkin Road, Cambridge, CB4 2LD

‎ Tickets & Info: 07787427862 | @moneevents

‎- Nottingham – August 23, 2025

‎ Venue: St Jude Hall, Mapperley, 405 Woodborough Rd, Nottingham, NG3 5HE

‎ Tickets & Info: +44 7706 655327 | @olubadanoneproductions

 

Oxford – August 24, 2025

‎ Venue: Comies Caribbean Grill, 202A Garsinton Road, Oxford, OX4 6NQ

‎ Tickets & Info: +44 7300 205911 | @dncmusicgroup

 

‎- London – August 25, 2025

‎ Venue: Unit 3-4, Blenheim Business Centre, 18-20 Locks Lane, Mitcham, CR4 2JX

 

‎ Tickets & Info: 07787427862 | @moneevents

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‎-Manchester – August 29, 2025

Venue: 137 Cheetham Road, Manchester, M8 8LY

‎ Tickets & Info: +44 7877 587857 | @kinshowproductions

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‎-Northampton – August 31, 2025

‎ Venue: The Black Diamond, Lower Harding Street, Northampton, NN1 2JL

‎ Tickets & Info: +44 7534 212192 | @SilhouettePromotions, @DACPromotions, @ChristianMent, @IvoryTopazEvents

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Fuji Music Star, Abass Obesere Allegedly In Secret Romance With UK-Based Relationship Expert, Yinka TNT

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Fuji Music Star, Abass Obesere Allegedly In Secret Romance With UK Based Relationship Expert, Yinka TNT

Fuji Music Star, Abass Obesere Allegedly In Secret Romance With UK Based Relationship Expert, Yinka TNT

 

 

There’s a hot gossip in town involving an alleged secret romance between star Fuji musician, Abass Akande Obesere and UK based popular talkshow host, Oluyinka Ayanda a.k.a. Yinka TNT.

 

Fuji Music Star, Abass Obesere Allegedly In Secret Romance With UK Based Relationship Expert, Yinka TNT

 

According to insiders, friends of Obesere are worried about the potential consequences of the alleged secret affair for his marriage; the associated scandal, heartbreak and the impact on his reputation as his wife was already in the know and reportedly spoiling for a showdown.

 

Sources said the clandestine nature of the saga makes it difficult to know how long their affair has been going on and how often the lovebirds meet or interact.

 

Speaking on the rumour, an ally of Yinka who didn’t want to be named for confidential reasons, said “it is not impossible”, adding that though it wasn’t a public topic yet.

 

“A single lady romancing a married man is part of socializing, especially if both of them have always known and supportive of each other,” the source quipped.

 

Yinka is a single, career woman with kids while Obesere is married. Thus, a close relationship between such high-profile celebrities who interestingly are also showbiz aficionados, is bound to attract intense media attention and public speculation.

 

Calls made to both Yinka and Obesere to confirm the authenticity of this information went unanswered while text messages sent to their known mobile telephone numbers were not replied as at press time.

 

 

_More details in due course…_

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