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Otunba Gbenga Daniel clarifies why The Compass Newspaper was established, lists achievements as Ogun governor

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Former Governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, has clarified the motivations behind the establishment of The Compass newspaper, denying any intentions of using the platform to oppose Senator Bola Tinubu.
In an interview the former governor granted a national newspaper, Daniel addressed these misconceptions and highlighted the extensive developmental work undertaken during his tenure, much of which he felt was underreported.
Reflecting on the media landscape during his governance, he stated, “I took over from a newspaper mogul, Chief Olusegun Osoba, and I was not expected to get good press. The sympathy was really not with me; it was with my predecessor. People thought I would crash within a few weeks.”
Facing persistent negative press, Daniel felt compelled to create a media outlet to accurately document and publicize his administration’s achievements.
He emphasized that the establishment of The Compass was a strategic move to counteract biased media coverage rather than a tool for political vendetta.
“We needed to have a platform to also record what we were doing. We did a lot of work that people still do not know,” he explained.
Daniel lamented the lack of social media at the time, which would have allowed for more direct communication with the public without reliance on traditional media channels.
“Unfortunately, we did  not have the level of social media that we have today. If that existed, nobody would need the traditional media.
“But you know, you people at that time, once you blocked us, you blocked us here, you blocked us there, I was  finished (laughs). If we were working 24-7, nobody would see this. They would say you are not working because you people have blocked everybody. So that was what happened.
“I’m not a newspaper person. But, at that stage, we needed to have a platform to also record what we were doing. We did a lot of work that people still do not know.
“For instance, we are thanking our current governor for now working on the (cargo) airport. But this was part of our master plan, which we decided, we did everything we needed to do, we got all the approvals before we left. But you people (press) will not report it.”
“We secured three free trade zones in Ogun State. The Olokola Free Trade Zone, which is where Dangote Refinery was supposed to be but because you people did what you had to do, we lost that one to Lagos. But I said to people, well, Lagos is still the same. If it’s lost to Lagos, it’s fine.
“In any case, where we wanted to put it is inside Ijebuland. All these places where they are in Lekki is still part of Ijebuland, under Lagos. So we’ve not lost anything.
He also said the Kajola Transportation Free Trade Zone, and the Ogun-Guangdong Free Trade Zone, were all initiatives under his administration. These zones were designed to boost industrialization and economic growth in the region.
Daniel also pointed out the numerous educational institutions established during his tenure, including the Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic in Ijebu-Igbo, the Gateway Polytechnic in Sapade, the Tai Solarin University of Education, and several others. He stressed the transformative impact these institutions had on the state’s educational landscape.
“You’ll be shocked if I tell you that in the course of our administration, we established probably about seven tertiary institutions and campuses. I can count for you. We established Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic, Ijebu-Igbo. We established the Gateway Polytechnic in Sapade. We established  another one in Igbesa and another one in Itori. We established the Tai Solarin University of Education. We established the School of Nursing in Ilaro. We took the old  Tai Solarin College of Education to Omu. It’s now known as Sikiru Adetona College of Education in Omu. We established Gateway Industrial & Petrochemical Institute  (GIPI) in Oni. What didn’t we do? But you people didn’t report it.”
In terms of industrialization, Daniel noted the development of the Sagamu Interchange area into a major industrial hub.
“That axis now is probably the biggest industrial zone in the country. Companies like Nestle, Coleman Cables, CTK, and the biggest international breweries are now located there. It is the fastest growing industrial arena in the entire country,” he said.
Addressing the media directly, Daniel humorously added, “There’s a whole lot that you people refused to report for us.”

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Oshodi-Isolo Chairman Otunba Oloyede Almaroof Strategize with Seyi Tinubu on Youths Engagement

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Oshodi-Isolo Chairman Otunba Oloyede Almaroof Strategize with Seyi Tinubu on Youths Engagement

 

In order for governance to reach the people president Bola Ahmed Tinubu had seek clarification from the Supreme Court to get financial autonomy for the Local government and It is not a secret that it is the tier of Government closest to the people. So while others are resting and merrying for the just concluded Ramadan, the Chairman of Oshodi-Isolo Local government Otunba Kehinde Adeola Oloyede Almaroof is engaged in a strategic meeting with Ambassador Seyi Tinubu, a known champion of youthful inclusivity, on how to positively impact the youths of his local government and Lagos State as a whole.

Seyi Tinubu, who is currently in Lagos for the festive break is known for his readiness to create chance to attend any meetings, functions or any discuss on how to better the lives of Nigerian youths and it is not strange that he’s discussing such with Otunba Oloyede the youthful oriented local government Chairman of Oshodi-Isolo Local government, who is also a usual go to.

Incidentally, while the meeting is going on, some of the detractors of wonder performing Chairman are busy peddling lies about the relationship between Otunba Kehinde Oloyede and Seyi Tinubu.

The meeting that lasted for several hours took place at a time many of the fake news merchants are preparing to embark on drinking spree at one night club or the other for the end of Ramadan celebrations.

Kendu as the Chairman is fondly called is in position to return for another term to serve the good people of Oshodi-Isolo and his overwhelming popularity amongst the populace has made him a target for smear campaigns by those whose chance, his achievements seems to have dimed.

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Let Peace And Unity Reigns in Edo State, Governor Monday Okpebholo aide Daniel Eromosele plead with PDP

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Let Peace And Unity Reigns in Edo State, Governor Monday Okpebholo aide Daniel Eromosele plead with PDP

Let Peace And Unity Reigns in Edo State, Governor Monday Okpebholo aide Daniel Eromosele plead with PDP

 

 

 

Sahara Weekly Reports That The desperation of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State is alarming, to say the least. Despite their decisive loss in the September 21 election, they seem determined to inflict pain and suffering on the good people of Edo. Their strategy? To create chaos and violence across the state, thereby disrupting the peace and progress that the current administration is working hard to establish. With the intention to render the State ungovernable and create room for the declaration of State of emergency in Edo.

 

Let Peace And Unity Reigns in Edo State, Governor Monday Okpebholo aide Daniel Eromosele plead with PDP

 

The recent gruesome killings of Muslims traveling through the state are a stark manifestation and reminder of the PDP’s wicked and bizzare intentions. What’s even more disturbing, however, is the fact that instead of condemning these heinous acts, some senior PDP officials are trying to downplay the severity of ugly incidents. They’re using these senseless killings to call on the Federal Government to declare a State of emergency in Edo State. Nothing can be more far from the truth that these same people are the perpetrators of these wicked and barbaric acts of criminality in the State. Its so sad that, their desperation has lost regard to sanctity of human life.

 

 

 

Let’s be clear: there’s no justification for these acts of criminality clothed in violence no matter the political leanings of the perpetrators or their victims. Every life is precious, and every killing is a tragedy that diminishes us all. Let it be known that those that orchestrated these acts of wickedness and criminality and those that defend them are guilty of the same offence and shall be so rewarded.

 

 

 

The hard truth is that whatever goes around comes around. The PDP and their failed candidate should let Edo enjoy the peace and progress that Governor Monday Okpebholo is working hard to achieve. They should wait for 2028 to try their luck again, instead of trying to disrupt the state’s progress through violence and chaos.

 

 

 

To the good people of Edo, let’s stand together these political Buccaneers and Vampires that are out to unleash violence against the good people. Violence has never been and will never be our culture.We deserve better, and we will not be swayed by the PDP’s antics. The good people of Edo State are solidly behind their ever performing Governor AKPAKO WONDER.

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MYSTERY DEEPENS AS FORMER RIVERS HEAD OF SERVICE VANISHES AFTER RESIGNATION

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"‘My Husband is in Trouble!’ – Wife of Ex-Rivers Official Cries Out After His Disappearance"

MYSTERY DEEPENS AS FORMER RIVERS HEAD OF SERVICE VANISHES AFTER RESIGNATION

 

The wife of George Nwaeke, the former Head of Service in Rivers State, has raised an alarm over her husband’s sudden disappearance, pleading with Nigerians to help locate him. Florence Nwaeke, visibly distressed, made an emotional appeal on Friday, expressing deep fears for his safety and alleging that he may have been taken against his will.

“When he got to Abuja, he called that he had landed. I said, ‘Thank God,’” she recounted while speaking to journalists. However, shortly afterward, she stumbled upon an online interview purportedly given by her husband—an interview she found deeply suspicious.

“I said, ‘That is not my husband. That is not my husband,’” she cried, suggesting that he might have been speaking under duress.

Mrs. Nwaeke further revealed desperate attempts to reach him, stating that her messages had gone unanswered and his phone lines had been switched off.

“Oh, Jesus, help me. Nigerians, help me. My husband is in trouble. Look at the message I sent to him,” she pleaded, showing journalists frantic texts she had sent.

Her fears intensified after Nwaeke made controversial claims against the embattled Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara. In a recent interview, the former Head of Service alleged that Fubara was backing Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, for the 2027 presidential election while simultaneously encouraging militants to attack oil facilities in the Niger Delta.

Perhaps the most damning accusation was Nwaeke’s claim that Fubara ordered the bombing of the Rivers State House of Assembly in 2023 to prevent his impeachment. This explosive statement has since fueled suspicions that his sudden disappearance is politically motivated.

Beyond making her emotional appeal to the media, Florence Nwaeke also made a direct call to Governor Fubara, urging him to intervene in the crisis.

“Governor, help me. My husband is in trouble. He is in trouble,” she begged, alleging that Nwaeke had been pressured into resigning under duress.

However, Governor Fubara has categorically dismissed the claims, insisting that Nwaeke was being manipulated by external forces. In a strongly worded rebuttal, Fubara accused the former Head of Service of being “compromised” and acting under the influence of those who allegedly paid him to make false allegations.

“The truth is that Dr. Nwaeke has been compromised, and whatever he is saying is only aimed at fulfilling his promise to those who may have paid or coerced him to lie against me,” Fubara stated in a late Friday press release.

The governor also released what he claims are screenshots of chats between Nwaeke and his Chief of Staff, Edison Ehie, in which Nwaeke allegedly sought financial support, further muddying the waters in an already controversial case.

As the mystery surrounding George Nwaeke’s whereabouts deepens, Nigerians are demanding answers. Was Nwaeke forced into hiding due to his allegations? Or is this a political chess game being played at the highest level of Rivers State politics?

For now, Florence Nwaeke’s anguished cries continue to echo, and the fate of her husband remains uncertain.

 

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