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Group Commends Gbajabiamila For Commitment To Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda

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3 months ago

September 11, 2024

By Gloria Ikibah

A faith-base group under the auspices of Northern Faith and Patriotic Assembly (NFPA) has commended the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila for his commitment to the realization of the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

In a statement by the President of the group, Reverend Attah John, he said Gbajabiamila has demonstrated unwavering dedication, expertise, and loyalty in driving government policies and programmes.

He extolled Gbajabiamila’s leadership, which he said has fostered a culture of collaboration, transparency, and accountability within the presidency.

According to the cleric, the experience of the former Speaker of the House of Representatives has brought immense value to the presidency, “Creating an environment conducive for productivity.”

The statement read in part, “We wish to commend Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, for his exceptional service to the presidency. Since assuming office, he has demonstrated unwavering dedication, expertise, and loyalty, effectively stabilizing the presidency and driving the Renewed Hope Agenda forward.

“As Chief of Staff, Gbajabiamila has leveraged his vast experience and networks to facilitate seamless communication between the presidency and various stakeholders, ensuring the smooth implementation of policies and programs. His leadership has fostered a culture of collaboration, transparency, and accountability within the presidency.

“As a loyal, devoted, and core believer in President Tinubu’s vision, Gbajabiamila has played a critical role in harmonizing the presidency’s operations, building trust, and promoting a sense of unity and purpose among the presidency staff.”

The group also commended the Chief of Staff for his crisis management skills, saying “His selfless efforts have been instrumental in resolving internal conflicts, building coalitions, and promoting a cohesive approach to governance.

“Gbajabiamila’s experience as a former Speaker of the House of Representatives and veteran parliamentarian has brought immense value to the presidency.

“His exposure and ethics have created an environment conducive to productivity, both within the presidency and in its interactions with the legislature. His ability to navigate complex political landscapes has been invaluable in advancing the Renewed Hope Agenda.”

John therefore, urged Nigerians to support Gbajabiamila to help the President deliver on his Renewed Hope Agenda and warned those involved in campaign of calumny against the Chief of Staff, describing them as enemies of the presidency and the Renewed Hope Agenda.

“We urge those who mean well for President Tinubu to pray for the President and his core loyalists, including Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila. Their selfless service and dedication to the presidency deserve our support and appreciation.

“We warn those who seek to scandalize the Chief of Staff, the enemies of the presidency and the Renewed Hope Agenda to repenent and join hands to make this government succeed.

“We call on all Nigerians to support the presidency and its loyal staff, including Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, as they work tirelessly to deliver on the Renewed Hope Agenda. We must be vigilant against those who seek to undermine the presidency’s efforts and destabilize the nation.

“We urge Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila to remain focused and loyal to President Tinubu, continuing to serve with the same level of dedication and excellence that has characterized his tenure thus far, ” the statement reads further.

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FG Urge FG To Make Available Reliable Data On Housing Deficit

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6 minutes ago

November 26, 2024

Gloria Ikibah

By Gloria Ikibah

The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to provide scientific, verifiable data on the housing deficit and improve access to affordable housing in the Nigeria.

This resolution was sequel to the adopting of a motion by Rep. Emmanuel Ukpong-Udo, member representing Ikono/Ini Federal Constituency of Akwa Ibom State, on the “Provision of affordable housing in Nigeria,” Tuesday at plenary.

Rep. Ukpong-Udo who noted that data is considered an important factor in the planning and execution of projects across all tiers of government, said the housing sector in Nigeria, with a huge deficit, lacks veritable data for planning and execution of housing policies and strategies.

He stated: “The House is aware that according to the world population review, over 24 million people in Nigeria are homeless, with no appropriate access to proper dwelling with some basic social amenities.

“The House is worried that Nigeria is among the top 10 countries with homeless populations, leading with 24 million, followed by Pakistan, Egypt, Syria, and Congo.”

The House also expressed displeasure that the country relies on the World Bank report for housing data, and that for a nation to grow and enjoy stability, there is the need to have its housing data as well as a market that works efficiently and provides decent shelter for its citizens.

The House unanimously adopted the motion and mandated its Committee on Housing and Habitat to liaise with the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development to address the lack of credible, scientific, and verifiable data on the state of housing in the country and ensure access to decent and affordable housing.

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Provide Adequate Security For Transmission Towers Across Nigeria – Reps Tell FG

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19 minutes ago

November 26, 2024

Gloria Ikibah

By Gloria Ikibah

The House of Representatives has charge the Federal Government through the Ministry of Interior, to urgently provide adequate security for Transmission Towers across the country to avoid future occurrences of vandalism.

This was sequel to the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance by Rep Oboku Oforji, lawmaker representing Yenagoa/Kolokoma-Opokuma federal constituency of Bayelsa State on Tuesday at plenary.

In his lead debate, Rep. Oforji noted that on July 29, 2024, residents of Yenagoa and Bayelsa State in general woke up to a total blackout occasioned by the collapse of a Transmission Station between Emezhi and Mbaima in Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State and three others between Igbogene and Nedugo Agbia in Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.

According to him, the Bayelsa State Government in collaboration with the Transmission Company of Nigeria, swiftly swung into action to address the challenges that has culminated in dwindling of socio-economic activities in the state.

He further noted that saddened that on the 19th of November, 2024, just as the work was nearing completion, at Ula-Akpata, in Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State, some hoodlums went and vandalised a section of the lines.

The motion reads in part: “By this development, the woes of the residents of Bayelsa State still subsist for one or two days, because as we speak the people of the State are in total blackout, this has been the situation for over 4 months.

“The efforts of the Bayelsa State Government in mobilizing financial and material resources to support the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) is highly commended. However, proactive measures must be taken to forestall future occurrences of vandalism of these Transmission Towers.

“As a representative of my people this brings to mind the provisions of Chapter II of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria (as amended) which talks about our economic and social rights as citizens, which I believe should not be taken for granted by the government”.

The House adopted the motion and mandated its Committees on Interior and Power to ensure compliance.

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JUST IN: Tinubu Heading For France

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2 hours ago

November 26, 2024

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Wednesday for a state visit to France.

According to Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, President Emmanuel Macron invited his Nigerian counterpart to the European country.

Onanuga said the three-day visit will focus “on strengthening political, economic, and cultural relations and establishing more opportunities for partnership, particularly in agriculture, security, education, health, youth engagement and employment, innovation among others”.

“President Tinubu who will be traveling with the First Lady Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, will be received on Thursday at the 350-year-old French military museum, Les Invalides and Palais de l’Élysée, by Macron and his spouse, Brigitte, for initial ceremonies that will dovetail into bilateral meetings.”

“During the visit, President Tinubu and President Macron will harmonise positions on stimulating more interest in exchange programmes that focus on skill development for youths and improving their competencies in automation, entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership.

“Both leaders will participate in political and diplomatic meetings highlighting shared values on finance, solid minerals, trade and investments, and communication. They will also witness a session by the France-Nigeria Business Council, which oversees private sector participation in economic development.

“Brigitte and Nigeria’s First Lady will discuss the latter’s passion for empowering women, children, and the most vulnerable through the Renewed Hope Initiative,” the statement read.

Tinubu and his wife who will be hosted to a state dinner by the French leader before their departure, will be accompanied by top government officials.