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‘What I intend doing when I become Governor’ – Jimi Lawal reveals agenda

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As 2019 approaches for the Nigerian election, there has been several individual showing interest to be elected in several political offices across the country and Ogun state isn’t an exception. In ogun state alone, Over 50 individuals have shown interest in contesting for the post of the governor but research has revealed the few qualified ones.

Among them includes Mr Jimi Lawal, who has been into public service since 2003 during the Era of Mallam Nasir El Rufai as the Minister of the FCT, Abuja, even up till now that he is the governor of Kaduna state.

The aspiration of Jimi Lawal can be likened to that which stands out among the crowd as his intentions, consultations, his works are second to none.

While speaking with selected journalists at his campaign office in Ijebu, he made it known that the decision to run for the office of the governor was a collective one as he was asked by his state residents and party executives due to his tremendous and selfless services rendered over the years.

He also made it known that his qualifications in terms of exposition to public service is another reason for his aspiration. In 2003, when Mallam Nasir El-Rufai became the Minister of the federal capital territory, Abuja, he served as an advicer and in 2015, served as the senior adviser on Investment Promotion , doubles as chief of staff to the governor of Kaduna state, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai.

However, in Ogun state, it is no more news that the present Governor, Ibikunle Amosun made it known that he will be supporting a Yewa Candidate ad that he will be unveiling his candidate soon whom he described as ‘whizz-kid’ despite the fact that it is the turn of the Ijebus to govern the state. Mr Jimi Lawal explained that he isn’t bothered about Governor Amosun’s Candidate and stated how Governor Amosun used the term meant for the Yewa’s and how he is trying to compensate them by supporting them against the Ijebus who are the people meant to produce the next governor of the state.

‘’ Amosun has done well, so he is entitled, infact, if a Government has done so well and he doesn’t nominate someone however there is a tradition, governorship is rotated in the state, by the Egba Division, with a sub division of Yewa/Egbado and the Ijebu division with a sub division of Remo.

The first governor came from Ijebu, Ola Bisi Onabanjo, and after that it went to Egba, Chief Olusegun Osoba, then it came back to Ijebu ode in Remo, Otunba Gbenga Daniel , then it went to Egba, and it went to Egbado, Infact the Oba said no right thinking Ijebu man should come out because it wasn’t our time so you wouldn’t have found anyone, Ijebu supported the candidate but unfortunately, they were divided, OGD supported a Yewa Person in person of GNI, unfortunately PDP were divided and the faction led by Obasanjo supported Engr. Olurin from Yewa so their votes were divided, and unfortunately, Egba that has done it before got the ticket and won, and the rest is history.

Amosun has used Yewa’s tenure for his own so he is trying to compensate them and that is why he is supporting the Yewa Agenda which is wrong. You can’t use our turn to compensate your half-brother. It is the turn of Ijebus, I wouldn’t have come out but they called on me and I have the qualification and willing to serve.

Furthermore, he talked about his 5-point agenda if he is elected Governor of the state which includes Economic development, Human capital development , health care, Security of lives and property , Good Governance

 

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Niger Delta Groups Ask Senator Natasha’s Husband To Call Her To Order Over Outburst Against Akpabio

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A coalition of Groups from the six states of the Niger Delta region have reached out to the husband of the lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over her Thursday outburst against Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio during Senate plenary.

 

According to the groups, made up of Youth organisations, Women and Political groups, under the aegis of Niger Delta Renaissance, the “uncultured” and “shameful display to womanhood” by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is an insult to the people of the region and would not longer be tolerated.

 

The convener of the groups, High Chief Fidelis Akanah, at an emergency meeting held in Port Harcourt,Rivers State on Thursday,argued that the husband of Senator Natasha, who is also the Alema of Warri, Chief Emmanuel Uduaghan should tender an unreserved apology to the Senate President,Godswill Akpabio, ” the display of the Wife and Senator showed a disgraceful and unreined display against the men folks in Kogi,Delta and the entire Niger Delta region.”

 

According to Akanah ” the utterances of Senator Natasha is expected. Natasha is a woman and a woman can not raise his voice against a respected political figure such as Sen. Akpabio. It is a taboo that a woman should have such impetus to disregard and insult a man not to talk of the Senate President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”

 

The members of the Niger Delta Renaissance also questioned the sources of her boldness, wondering wether it from the marine world or political. ” We are ready to support all efforts to put Senator Natasha to her place.”

 

High Chief Fidelis Akanah, also called on the Alema of Warri, Chief Emmanuel Uduaghan to tender an unreserved apology to the Senate President and tame his wife,” if he does not call his wife to order,we would consider him a woman wrapper that is remotely controlled by a woman.”

 

Another female member of the group, Madam Eunice Olisah from Delta State, described the attitude and utterances of Senator Natasha against the Senate President,Godswill Akpabio is a sign of poorly cultured woman.

 

Madam Eunice Olisah said the outburst of Senator Natasha is uncalled for and that a proper character of a woman is not the beauty but what comes from her mouth in terms of presentation and character.

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Nigeria Pharmaceutical Stakeholders Hail Shalina As Winners Emerge In Medical Competitions  

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It was a galore of commendations for Shalina Healthcare by stakeholders in the Nigerian pharmaceutical industry as winners emerge in the two foremost scholarly medical competitions in Nigeria, organised by the Afro-focus multinational  pharmaceutical company; the Shalina Young Talents Award (SYTA) and the Shalina Rising Stars Award in Lagos recently.

 

The stakeholders who represent the academic community, the regulatory bodies among others were in consensus on the invaluable roles the healthcare company is playing in the Nigerian pharmaceutical industry.

 

Speaking in this regard at the event, the President Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Pharm Tanko Ayuba said: “Shalina Healthcare is laying unprecedented legacies while creating an enduring path for young talents in the industry.”

 

In the same vein, the National First Vice President, Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) Dr.  Benjamin Olowojebutu, said the association is grateful for what the healthcare company is doing; ”we thank Shalina Healthcare for what they are doing for health care practice in Nigeria.  This is investing in the future, impacting and promoting knowledge and medical researches. NMA celebrates them. ”

 

Also, the Second Vice President, Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON), Prof.  Chris Aimakhu, believed the pharmaceutical company is purposefully raising the standard of pharmaceutical scholarship in the country, saying; “Shalina has made the young scholars to improve on the level of research and academic works in the medical schools.”

In his own remarks, one of the assessors in the Rising Stars Award, Prof. Stephen Ikuerowo, a Professor of Urological Surgery, Lagos State University College of Medicine and Lagos State Teaching Hospital said;

“all the contestants are winners, they are excellent, it is even very difficult to pick the final10 out of them. It shows Shalina is helping to bring out the best and the greatest out of Nigeria.”

 

Meanwhile in his opening remarks, the CEO Pharma of the company, Mr.  Debajeet Mukherjee said; there are various opportunities coming into the country through Shalina Healthcare, there is a world class manufacturing company we are currently putting in Nigeria, there is an array of quality and affordable medicine we are producing in their large numbers into the markets and here we are with educating and elevating programs for the young professionals in the industry. We believe in contributing to the economy of Africa and her GDP which we believe the young people should tap into. ”

At the grand finale of the Shalina Young Talent Awards (SYTA), a value adding national level competition for final year pharmacy students in the Nigerian universities, which was in its Season 6, Samuel Ayomide Ibrahim, a student of the Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Lagos (UNILAG) emerged the winner, after a keenly contested award involving 16 Schools of Pharmacy, where 2, 744 students across the country participated in the local qualifiers.  Ibrahim won the grand prize of One Million naira beating other 15 contestants at the Grand Finale.

Also in the Shalina Rising Stars Award, a unique platform for medical professionals to showcase their clinical talents,

Dr. Odebiyi Akinola Ayodeji of OAU Teaching Hospital Ile-Ife Osun State emerged the overall winner, he won the grand prize of One Million,  Two Hundred Thousand naira in a contest that started last year October with 750 doctors,  across the universities in the six geopolitical zones of the country.  The 10 finalists with the best researches participated in the Grand Finale.

 

 

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You’re a blessing to Nigeria, prophet Ikuru celebrates EL-Rufai

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By Collins Nkwocha

The prophetic hall of fame, prophet Godwin Ikuru of Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry has felicitated the former governor of Kaduna state,Nasir EL-Rufai as he celebrated his birthday today.

Prophet Ikuru applauded him for his magnificent contribution to democracy and nation building “Mallam Nasir EL-Rufai is one man I respect so much as his impact to nation building Can’t be overlooked, the journey of democracy will not be complete without mentioning his name,i,the prophetic hall of fame wants officially celebrate him on his birthday”

In his goodwill message, Prophet Ikuru commended El-Rufai for his unwavering commitment to national development, good governance, and party unity within the APC. He described the former governor as a role model and an exemplary leader whose visionary policies and reforms have left an indelible mark on Nigeria’s political and economic landscape.

“Your contributions to our great party, the APC, have played a crucial role in fostering unity and progress. You are not just a leader but a beacon of hope and inspiration to many. Your legacy in governance, both as a former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory and Governor of Kaduna State, stands as a testament to your dedication to public service and the betterment of our nation,” Prophet Ikuru stated.

On this special occasion, Prophet Ikuru prayed for many more years of impactful leadership, sound health, and divine guidance for El-Rufai.

“As you celebrate this milestone, I join millions of well-wishers in praying for your continued success, strength, and wisdom. May you be blessed with long life, good health, and an enduring legacy of service to humanity. Happy 65th Birthday, Your Excellency.”

Prophet Godwin Ikuru, a prophetic voice in Nigeria and a respected figure within the APC, has continued to advocate for unity, development, and progressive leadership in the country. His message of goodwill reinforces the importance of recognizing and appreciating the efforts of dedicated public servants like Malam Nasir El-Rufai

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