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ADC drags YSIEC to court in Yobe
ADC drags YSIEC to court in Yobe
By: Yahaya Wakili
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Yobe State has dragged Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission (YSIEC) to State High Court over its failure to serve us with any notice about the election.
The party also demanded the cancellation of the local government election conducted by the Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission (YSIEC).
This was contained in a press release issue, and signed by the State Chairman of ADC, Umar Kalli Alhaji, made available to newsmen in Damaturu, who said the election was characterized by irregularities and gross breaches of the electoral law.
“Section 4 of the 1999 constitution gives the Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission, YSIEC, power to organize, undertake, and supervise all elections to local government councils within the state, the release added.
“The ADC has not been properly informed by the YSIEC about the election for the submission of its candidates, which is a violation of the 2022 Electoral Act.
Adding that, section 29 (1) of the Electoral Act, 2022, tasked the political parties to hold a primary and submit the list of candidates to the commission not later than 180 days before the election.
The ADC revealed that it had written to the commission demanding the extension of the elections for the commission to regularize the process in line with the 2022 Electoral Act, but the commission ignored its request and went ahead to conduct the local government election.
Therefore, the ADC dragged the YSIEC before the State High Court over its failure to serve us with any notice about the election, which is a violation of the 2022 electoral act, yet the logo of our party appeared on the ballot paper among the 9 political parties that participated in the election.
Kalli stated that “the same YSIEC that refused to recognize our existence as a political party is the same commission that produced the ballot paper with ADC’s logo, knowing fully well that the party has no candidate in the election.”
When newsmen contacted the YSIEC Chairman, Dr. Mamman Mohammad said the commission was not aware of any case filed before any court by the ADC, adding that the election was conducted in full compliance with the 2022 Electoral Act.
ADC drags YSIEC to court in Yobe
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Governor Zulum Decorates ADC With New Rank of Superintendent of Police
Governor Zulum Decorates ADC With New Rank of Superintendent of Police
By: Our Reporter
Borno Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has decorated his Aide-De-Camp (ADC), Ashigar Baba Kulbu, with his new rank of Superintendent of Police (SP). This decoration follows Ashigar’s promotion to the rank by the Nigeria Police.
The governor was assisted in decorating the ADC by Commissioner of Police Lawal Muhammad Yusufu in a brief ceremony held at the Government House, Maiduguri.
Governor Zulum congratulated Ashigar on his promotion, wishing him more success in his career. Ashigar’s rise through the ranks is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and loyalty. He joined the Nigeria Police in 2016 as an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) II and has since been promoted to Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) before his current decoration as Superintendent of Police (SP) in 2025.
Governor Zulum Decorates ADC With New Rank of Superintendent of Police
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Breaking: Ondo SSG is dead
Breaking: Ondo SSG is dead
By: Our Reporter
The Government of Ondo State Announces the Passing of SSG, Hon. Tayo Oluwatuyi
A statement from Otunba ‘Wale Akinlosotu
Hon. Commissioner for Information & Orientation
Ondo State said it is with profound sadness that the Government of Ondo State announces the passing of Hon. Temitayo Oluwatuyi, Secretary to the State Government (SSG), on January 4, 2025.
He was involved in a ghastly car accident on Sunday, 15th December, 2024, while traveling to Ibadan and was subsequently hospitalised.
Hon. Oluwatuyi was a dedicated public servant whose unwavering commitment to administrative coordination, policy advisory, and implementation had a significant impact on Ondo State.
He served with distinction and played a crucial role in the state government, working closely with the Governor and other top officials of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).
Having served government in various capacities, including as Chairman of Akure South local government, Commissioner and twice as SSG, Hon. Oluwatuyi will forever be remembered for his invaluable contributions to the development of Ondo State.
The Government of Ondo State extends its deepest condolences to the Oluwatuyi family of Akure, friends, and associates during this difficult time.
Further details regarding memorial arrangements will be shared as they become available.
Breaking: Ondo SSG is dead
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YOUR OPERATIONAL SUCCESSES RESPONSIBLE FOR REDUCTION IN OIL THEFT, ILLEGAL REFINING, ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION…MAJ GEN AIYENIGBA
YOUR OPERATIONAL SUCCESSES RESPONSIBLE FOR REDUCTION IN OIL THEFT, ILLEGAL REFINING, ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION…MAJ GEN AIYENIGBA
By: Jonah Danjuma
The Chief of Army Standard and Evaluation (CASE), Major General Olumuyiwa Aiyenigba has attributed the reduction in oil theft and environmental pollution to the operational successes recorded by 6 Divisional, Nigerian Army (NA) in the year ended 2024. He made the declaration on the 3 January 2025 at a Regimental Dinner Night hosted by Headquarters 6 Division at Python Officers’ Mess, Port Harcourt Barracks.
Major General Aiyenigba, who was the Special Guest of Honour (SGOH), further affirmed that the successes recorded led to significant increase in nation’s oil production out put from 1.4 million bpd to almost 2 million bpd. This, he added has significantly boosted the Nigerian economy through increased in oil revenue. He assured the Division, of the continuous support of Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, in providing the necessary support needed to sustain the achievements recorded so far.
The CASE emphasized that Dinner Night is one of the important aspects of military regimentation, adding that he was glad to have witnessed such auspicious event in an elite military formation, like 6 Division NA. He further stressed that he was particularly impressed that 6 Division sustained the age long military tradition, which he averred is critical in reinforcing professionalism and esprit-de-corps in the Service.
He said the occasion fostered comradeship and solidarity among the officers, their spouses, other security agencies and friends of the Division as well as the NA. He added that the turnout of security agencies, traditional rulers and other critical stakeholders, who witnessed the event clearly demonstrated the command philosophy of the COAS, which places high premium on effective cooperation in a joint and multi agency environment.
Major General Aiyenigba commended the Patron of Python Officers’ Mess, Major General Jamal Abdussalam, who is the General Officer Commanding, 6 Division for the steller leadership he has provided in the Division. He also commended the President Mess Committee (PMC), Python Officers’ Mess for the leadership he has demonstrated. He further added that he enjoyed the sumptuous meals, the serene ambience as well as a well packed regimental proceedings carried out.
While delivering the vote of thanks, the PMC, who is the Commander, 6 Division Garrison, Brigadier General Sàni Ahmed thanked the CASE, traditional rulers, captains of industries and other invited guests who made the event memorable. He reassured of continuous synergy with critical stakeholders.
Major highlights of the event were presentation of souvenir to the SGOH by the Patron, conduct of band and red carpet photograph session amongst other attractions.
YOUR OPERATIONAL SUCCESSES RESPONSIBLE FOR REDUCTION IN OIL THEFT, ILLEGAL REFINING, ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION…MAJ GEN AIYENIGBA
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