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Bodija Explosion: Makinde receives committee report
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Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Wednesday, received the report of the Committee on the Management/Disbursement of the Bodija Explosion Relief Fund, noting that the state government will look into the recommendations and implement them as appropriate.
Makinde, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, who also doubles as the chairman of the relief fund committee, Abdulraheem Lawal, said the event that led to the setting up of the committee was sad and avoidable.
The governor noted that the state government responded to the explosion by putting in place several measures, including emergency services and post-explosion support services.
He added that the state had to dig deep into the root cause of the explosion, admonishing residents of the state to continue to be security-conscious and alert. The governor assured that the committee’s report would be implemented to support victims of the explosion and bring some relief to them.
He said: “Immediately the explosion happened at Deji Oyelese Close, Bodija, the Oyo State Government moved in to mitigate the level of damage.
“It also became important for the state government to dig into the root cause of the explosion, which was an unusual incident, particularly in the area where it occurred.
“No one knew that such monumental damage could occur around that high-brow area of Oyo State in Bodija. Nevertheless, we keep learning every day. This is why we must not take for granted the issue of security around us.
“The government put this committee in place, of which I am the Chairman. Let me say clearly that my Principal agreed that I must receive this report and that the government will act on the report.
“So, on behalf of His Excellency, I want to assure you that this report will be looked into quickly and the recommendations therein will be implemented.
“We know that we do not have the luxury of further delay in implementation. We will put in all the efforts required for quick implementation so that victims of the explosion will be assuaged and assisted without further delay.
“I have to thank the committee members for giving their time. The Oyo State Government really appreciates you for the yeoman’s job.”
Speaking earlier, CP Fatai Owoseni (rtd), a member of the committee who stood in for the chairman to present the committee’s report, said the report was in four volumes.
He said: “I stand here on behalf of the chairman of this committee to present the report on the disbursement and management of the Bodija Explosion Relief Fund.
“It would be recalled that His Excellency inaugurated this committee on the 24th of December, 2024. And as the name implies, the committee came up with recommendations on the disbursement and management of the Bodija Explosion Relief Fund.
“Your Excellency, the committee, in its deliberations, factored its work on the report prepared by the trilateral meeting of the Dejo Oyelese Vigilance Group (DOVG), the Bodija Estate Residents Association (BERA), and other experts.
“The report that is being presented to Your Excellency this morning by the committee has four volumes. Volume 1, which is the main report, is divided into eight chapters, and these represent the deliberations and recommendations of the committee.
“Volume 2 of the report represents the trilateral meeting of the DOVG, BERA, and the Nigerian Society of Engineers on the framework for the distribution of government financial support pledged to the affected persons.
“Volume 3 is a reflection of the breakdown of money apportioned to support respective affected persons, while Volume 4 of the report is a detailed pictorial representation and description of damages recorded during the explosion.
“The committee would like to express its gratitude to Your Excellency for the opportunity and the confidence reposed in its members.
“I believe that this report would, aside from being beneficial to affected persons, also serve as a proper guide to the government in the disbursement of the support that has been pledged by His Excellency.”
Also speaking, the president of the Bodija Estate Residents Association, Pastor Muyiwa Bamgbose, said the committee proposed support for different categories of victims, including those who lost loved ones, buildings, vehicles, and other valuables.
He added that the relief fund is a support and not compensation, noting, however, that if the committee’s recommendations are implemented, they will go a long way in assisting the victims.
He said: “We proposed support for different categories of people—for the families of those who lost their lives and those who lost buildings, vehicles, and the rest. So, it varies.
“We recommended different figures depending on what we perceived was the level of effect on each of these people.
“Our expectations are that, like His Excellency said, the implementation will be expedited. We have done due diligence, and what we are presenting will be ready to go.
“We appreciate the expediency that made the state government agree that the Deputy Governor himself should stand in for the governor.
“So, our expectation is that the implementation will be done with expediency.
“On the relief fund, if what we recommended is implemented, there is no doubt that it will help. And don’t forget that it is called support. So, you can’t complain. If it was compensation, you could claim what you lost, but this is a kind of support, and it is something that should be appreciated.
“I know that for those who will receive it, whatever they get will be well appreciated.
“We have shown appreciation to our governor for the treatment of those who were affected during the incident. Our roads are now being done. If we are going to have development, there will be complaints.
“We appreciate what the government has done so far.”
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has disclosed reason behind his decision to pick the leader of Kwankwassiyya Movement, Rabiu Kwankwaso, as his running mate.
In an interview with Sun, Obi said he decided to settle for the former governor of Kano State because “Kwankwaso has the philosophy of pulling people out of poverty”.
Obi said himself and Kwankwaso have similar philosophy on reviving the country’s economy to better the lives of citizens.
“I have the same philosophy. Kwankwaso believes in education. You cannot change society without education.
“If you look at my X, formerly Twitter, I made it clear that I will emphasise on education. Education is going to change society.
“Nigeria must be seen to form its innermost human capital, which we need to develop. Kwankwaso believes in this. I do. We have synergy.”
Obi also dismissed speculation suggesting that there is disagreement between him and Kwankwaso, stating that they remain united in strategizing ahead of the January 2027 elections.
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has elected Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), as its next president after she secured the highest number of votes in the association’s election, which officially concluded on Sunday morning.
Mrs Badejo-Okusanya, the only female among the three presidential candidates, polled 12,317 votes to emerge victorious in the election, which was conducted electronically over a 24-hour period.
She defeated her two challengers after securing 47.18 per cent of the 26,106 votes cast in the presidential election.
Her closest rival, Lateef Akangbe, SAN, secured 7,934 votes, while Olumuyiwa Akinboro, SAN, polled 5,855 votes.
In this article, Nigerian Tribune takes a look at seven things to know about the incoming NBA president.
1. Education
Badejo-Okusanya holds degrees in both English and Law from the University of Lagos. She earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English between 1983 and 1987 before returning to study Law, graduating with a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) in 2000. She later attended the Nigerian Law School, where she obtained her Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) qualification in 2002.
1. Legal career
The Senior Advocate of Nigeria has built a legal career spanning more than two decades in litigation, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution (ADR). She specialises in domestic and international dispute resolution and has represented both private and government clients in commercial matters before trial and appellate courts across Nigeria. She has also handled complex arbitration in the utilities sector and international investment disputes.
1. Public service
Before returning to private practice, Badejo-Okusanya served in the Lagos State Government. She was Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Justice Sector Reform and Policy between 2007 and 2011 before serving as General Counsel to the Governor from 2011 to 2015. During her time in government, she worked on public-private partnerships, arbitration legislation, consumer protection and justice sector reforms.
1. Law firm leadership
Since May 2017, Badejo-Okusanya has been a partner at ALP NG & Co. Her practice covers litigation, arbitration, mediation, public policy and government relations. She is also recognised for her expertise in regulatory compliance and dispute resolution.
1. Arbitration and professional memberships
Badejo-Okusanya has played active roles in arbitration and legal organisations. She previously served on the Executive Committee of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UK), Nigeria Branch, and currently serves on the Board of the Lagos Court of Arbitration. She is also a member of the International Council for Commercial Arbitration, ArbitralWomen, the Commonwealth Lawyers Association, the Nigerian Bar Association and the International Bar Association.
1. Mediation and dispute resolution expertise
An accredited Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR) mediator, Badejo-Okusanya is recognised for her expertise in arbitration and ADR. She is frequently consulted on international arbitration matters and regulatory compliance, with experience across both domestic and international dispute resolution frameworks.
1. Historic victory
With her victory, Badejo-Okusanya became the 33rd President of the NBA and only the second woman to lead the association, after Priscilla Kuye, who served as NBA president from 1991 to 1992. She will serve a two-year term from 2026 to 2028.
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Senator Rufai Hanga, a prominent leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State, has openly declared that the presidential ticket of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso stands no chance of winning the 2027 election, even as he holds high-level talks with top All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders.
The statement comes amid intense political realignments in Kano State and growing speculation that Hanga may be on his way to the ruling APC.On Sunday, the National Chairman of the APC, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, hosted a closed-door meeting with Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, and Senator Rufai Hanga.Famous Quotations Yilwatda confirmed the meeting on his verified X account, describing Hanga as “one of the foremost leaders of the NDC in Kano State.”
According to the APC chairman, the discussions centred on unity, peace, and the continued progress of Kano State. “I had the pleasure of meeting with the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, alongside Senator Rufai Hanga… Our engagement was marked by frank, constructive, and cordial discussions centred on the unity and continued progress of Kano State,” Yilwatda stated.Campaigns & Elections He added that political leaders have a responsibility to foster dialogue and place the interest of citizens above partisan considerations. Neither Yilwatda nor the two senators revealed the full details of the meeting, but the timing has raised eyebrows given the fluid political situation in Kano ahead of the 2027 general elections.Senator Hanga, the only NDC senator from Kano, recently lost the party’s ticket for the Kano Central Senatorial District to former Deputy Governor Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna.
His dissatisfaction with what he termed his marginalisation within the NDC has further fuelled speculation of an imminent defection.Hanga had remained with the faction loyal to Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso after Governor Abba Yusuf defected from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the APC. That bloc later moved to the African Democratic Congress before adopting the NDC platform.
Executive Branch The NDC has since named former Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo as its governorship candidate for 2027, with Mustapha Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as his running mate.Political observers note that Hanga’s recent moves and comments signal a significant shift that could further weaken the opposition structure in Kano, one of Nigeria’s most politically strategic states.
His declaration that the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket cannot succeed is seen by many as the clearest indication yet of his drifting away from the current NDC arrangement.As political permutations continue across the country, all eyes remain on Kano, where loyalty shifts and strategic alliances could play a decisive role in determining the outcome of the 2027 polls.
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