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June 12: A Call To President Buhari To Offer Leaderships Of NUPENG & PENGASSAN National Honours

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The leadership of Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) is deeply pleased with the decision of President Muhammadu Buhari to officially announce ”June 12” as the new date to replace the traditional ”May 29” which Democracy Day will be celebrated in Nigeria after sustainable victory over long reign of dictatorship.

We also commend the President for conferring a posthumous GCFR title on the winner of June 12, 1993, presidential election, Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola (of blessed memory), and GCON titles on his running mate, Ambassador Baba Gana Kingibe as well as the late legal icon and human rights activist Chief Gani Fawehinmi posthumously for his role in the actualisation of the June 12 polls.

We are however stunned that such high profile national recognition and honour was offered on Wednesday June 6, 2018 by the Presidency and no credit whatsoever was given to NUPENG and its sister Union, PENGASSAN despite the painstaking roles played by our leaders. Without contradiction, the democracy Nigeria enjoys today did not come on a silver platter, the leadership of these Unions as well as our members fought for it, in some instances with our blood, tears, freedom, career and regrettably some paid the supreme price.

As responsible oil Unions with long road to freedom and indelible footprints we have left behind in the chequered history of the Nigeria, without sounding immodest, we believe names like Comrade (Chief) Frank OvieKokori (NUPENG former General Secretary), (late) Comrade Wariebi Kojo Agamene (former President of NUPENG), former General Secretary of PENGASSAN Comrade (Chief) Milton Gilchrist Dabibi and others should have featured prominently on that list.

These fearless and irrepressible Nigerians gave their all to earn the country democratic liberty. For pecuniary gains and other reasons, some other Nigerians pitched their tent with the tyrannical military regimes, but our leaders were resolute and blatantly refused to compromise or to receive any form of gratification, despite intimidation, victimization, harassment and incarceration by the military despot.

We therefore use this veritable medium to appeal to our listening National leader, President Muhammadu Buhari and members of his think-tank to look inwards and make necessary amends by reviewing this list so as to accommodate the names of these veterans mentioned above. Democracy cannot be described to have been entrenched when these individuals and the institutions they represent(ed) are not accordingly accentuated in the scheme of things. May God bless Nigeria and strengthen our democracy.

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EID-EL-FITR: Abeokuta North LG Chairman Lanre Oyegbola Sodipo Urges Residents to Celebrate Responsibly, Hygienically

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EID-EL-FITR: Abeokuta North LG Chairman Lanre Oyegbola Sodipo Urges Residents to Celebrate Responsibly, Hygienically

 

 

The Executive Chairman of Abeokuta North Local Government, Hon. Lanre Oyegbola Sodipo, has called on residents of the local government to celebrate the Eid-el-Fitr festival with a sense of responsibility, unity, and hygiene.

The Chairman disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen on Saturday.

He emphasized the importance of maintaining peace, cleanliness, and adherence to safety measures during the festivities.

Hon. Sodipo congratulated the Muslim faithful on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan, describing the period as one of deep spiritual reflection, sacrifice, and devotion to God.

He urged them to carry forward the values of patience, love, and self-discipline imbibed during Ramadan into their daily lives.

The chairman stressed the need for responsible celebrations, urging residents to avoid excessive gatherings that could lead to disorderliness or security challenges.

He encouraged families and communities to celebrate in ways that promote harmony and unity while respecting the rights of others.

Hon. Lanre Oyegbola emphasized the importance of hygiene and environmental cleanliness, particularly during the festive period.

He called on residents to properly dispose of waste, keep their surroundings clean, and observe all necessary public health guidelines to prevent the spread of diseases.

The chairman called for continuous prayers for peace, progress, and prosperity in Abeokuta North, Ogun State, and Nigeria as a whole.

He further advised motorists and road users to drive responsibly and obey traffic regulations during the celebrations to avoid accidents and loss of lives stressing that safety should be a priority for everyone during the festive period.

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Eid al- Fitri – Obasa Felicitates Muslims, Urges Support, Prayers for President Tinubu

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Eid al- Fitri – Obasa Felicitates Muslims, Urges Support, Prayers for President Tinubu

 

 

Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has extended a heartfelt felicitation to Muslim faithfuls across Nigeria and beyond on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

The Lagos Speaker seized the occasion to urge Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora to continue supporting and praying for the country and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

While congratulating the Muslim ummah on the joyous occasion of Eid al-Fitr, Dr. Obasa, in a statement by his media office, emphasised the need to uphold the festival’s inherent values of forgiveness, compassion, charity, and patience beyond this season.

“As we celebrate with excitement and enthusiasm, let us remember that Eid al-Fitr is a moment of thanksgiving, joy, and spiritual renewal. Importantly, let us hold on to the spirits of love, tolerance, kindness, and compassion that we learnt in the holy month,” Obasa stated.

The Speaker urged Nigerians to pray for the country and the President for his transformative efforts and relentless sacrifices to enthrone and entrench a better nation.

“In President Tinubu, we have a leader who is committed to the progress, prosperity, and peaceful co-existence of all. All we need to do as a people is support and pray for him. I do not doubt that his visionary leadership and Renewed Hope blueprint will guide Nigeria back to the right path,” Dr Obasa stated.

Though on recess, the Speaker reiterated the commitment of the Lagos State House of Assembly to promoting religious harmony and policies that will engender and ensure the development and overall well-being of Lagosians nay Nigerians.

He assured that under his leadership, the state legislature will continue to work together in peace and harmony with the primary objective of ensuring economic prosperity while supporting initiatives that enhance the socio-economic growth of the state and Nigeria at large.

Concluding, Dr. Obasa said, “On behalf of my family, colleagues, and the management and staff of the Assembly, I wish our Muslim brothers and sisters a beautiful, bounteous, and blessed celebration.”

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BREAKING: How Illegal Vigilante Groups Carried Out Uromi Killings

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BREAKING: How Illegal Vigilante Groups Carried Out Uromi Killings

 

The Edo State government is on top of the security situation arising from the mob killings of innocent Nigerians at Uromi. The government has long banned all illegal vigilante groups operating in the state.

Governor Monday Okpebholo therefore ordered security agencies to take firm action against the groups. He has also suspended the Commander of the Edo State Security Corps, CP. Friday Ibadin (Rtd.), pending further investigations.

“The local vigilante group involved in the killings was never profiled or registered with the Edo State Security Corps,” and “Its actions do not reflect the principles of the Okpebholo administration”.

So far, 14 suspects have been arrested. A special police team set up by the Inspector General of Police is hunting others involved in the attack.

The Senator Okpehbholo led State government is assuring residents that justice would be served. It urged the public to remain calm while security agencies work to restore order.

BREAKING: How Illegal Vigilante Groups Carried Out Uromi Killings

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