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

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

Zulum commissions remodelled State Hotel

By: Michael Mike

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum has commissioned the remodelled Borno State Hotel in Maiduguri on Monday.

The remodelled State Hotel showcases a blend of contemporary design and traditional Borno architecture. It has upgraded facilities, including a state-of-the-art conference hall, luxurious suites, and a restaurant that serves local Borno and international cuisine.

Speaking to journalists after the brief ceremony, Zulum noted that the project will foster economic growth, create job opportunities for the youth and generate revenue for the state.

Zulum also announced that his administration has started the reconstruction of Maiduguri International Hotel, which is also owned by Borno State Government.

He said: “The State Hotel has been rehabilitated very well; my administration is working towards investment that can sustain the state even without federal allocation; one way we can do this is by ensuring that we revive most of our moribund institutions, and this hotel is one of them.”

“We shall diversify our investment to ensure we earn revenue aside from the normal statutory allocation from the federation account. Within the remaining time as the governor of Borno State, we will invest in sectors that will yield more dividends to the government.”

Zulum strongly warned that management should ensure that all services rendered to the government, public officials and politicians are duly paid.

The occasion was attended by the Secretary to Borno State Government, Alhaji Bukar Tijani, Head of Service, Barrister Mallam Fannami, commissioners and other senior government officials.

Zulum commissions remodelled State Hotel