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Oyebanji appoints Justice Ogunmoye as Ekiti Acting Chief Judge

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Ekiti Governor Biodun Oyebanji has appointed Hon. Justice Lekan Adekanye Ogunmoye as Acting Chief Judge of the State.

This is in furtherance of the powers conferred on the Governor by Section 271 (4) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).

According to a statement by the Special Adviser (Media) to the Governor on Tuesday , the appointment of Justice Ogunmoye takes effect from November 5, 2024.

He replaces the former Chief Judge, Hon Justice John Oyewole Adeyeye, who passed away on November 4, 2024.

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Born on November 6, 1963, Hon. Justice Ogunmoye was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1987,  and was appointed a judge on April 1, 2010.

Governor Oyebanji wishes the new Acting Chief Judge a success.

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Corpse of Lagbaja arrives Nigeria as Presidency confirms death

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The body of the former chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, who died a few days ago, has arrived in Nigeria.

The body arrived in the country on Tuesday night.

Lagbaja had reportedly battled aggressive prostate cancer that had got to the late stage.

All medical efforts to cure him had fallen through.

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The Presidency on Wednesday announced the death of Lagbaja.

Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga said Wednesday morning in a STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE that: “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, regrets to announce the passing of Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, Chief of the Army Staff, at age 56.

“He passed away on Tuesday night in Lagos after a period of illness.

“Born on February 28, 1968, Lt. General Lagbaja was appointed Chief of Army Staff on June 19, 2023, by President Tinubu.

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“His distinguished military career began when he enrolled in the Nigerian Defence Academy in 1987. On September 19, 1992, he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Nigerian Infantry Corps as a member of the 39th Regular Course.

“Throughout his service, Lt. General Lagbaja demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment, serving as a platoon commander in the 93 Battalion and the 72 Special Forces Battalion.

“He played pivotal roles in numerous internal security operations, including Operation ZAKI in Benue State, Lafiya Dole in Borno, Udoka in Southeast Nigeria, and Operation Forest Sanity across Kaduna and Niger States.

“An alumnus of the prestigious U.S. Army War College, he earned a Master’s degree in Strategic Studies, demonstrating his dedication to professional growth and excellence in military leadership.

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Lt. General Lagbaja is survived by his beloved wife, Mariya, and their two children.

“President Tinubu expresses his heartfelt condolences to the family and the Nigerian Armed Forces during this difficult time. He wishes Lt. General Lagbaja eternal peace and honours his significant contributions to the nation”.

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Again, Trump wins 2024 US Presidential election

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Donald J. Trump just won the 2024 election. President Elect Trump will be getting inaugurated on January 20, 2025 as the 47th President of The United States after the Electoral College vote on January 6th 2025.

The former president’s victory was the highlight of a big night for Republicans, who were also projected to regain control of the Senate after four years in the minority.

The fate of the House of Representatives was too close to call early Wednesday, with the majority not likely to be determined for several days.

In an eerie repeat of the scenes on Election Night 2016, thousands of Harris supporters who gathered on the campus of the veep’s alma mater, Howard University, to watch the results come in were left shocked and in tears as it became clear their candidate could not win.

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In the end, it was not Harris but her campaign co-chair, Cedric Richmond, who was left to inform the desolate crowd that the Democratic nominee would not be appearing.

“We still have votes to count … so you won’t hear from the vice president tonight,” said Richmond, a former Louisiana congressman and Biden White House official. “She will be back here tomorrow.”

“Go HU and go Harris.”

The 45th president had projected supreme confidence against Harris, 60, in the final days of the race, with heavy messaging aimed at male voters and a marathon schedule of rallies and media appearances — including a shift at a Pennsylvania McDonald’s.

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Meanwhile, Harris downplayed both her potential to make history as the first female president and her racial identity as a child of Jamaican and Indian immigrants.

Instead, she campaigned as a pro-small business warrior for the middle class, while seemingly disavowing a host of former left-wing stances she had espoused as San Francisco district attorney, California attorney general and a senator from the Golden State.

Trump’s victory makes him just the second president to be elected in non-consecutive cycles, joining Democrat Grover Cleveland — who was picked as the 22nd president in 1884 and the 24th president in 1892, with Republican Benjamin Harrison of Indiana serving four years in between.

The race was widely considered a toss-up right through Election Day, as surrogates for both candidates made rhetorical blunders that received widespread media attention.

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Award Of GCON On Speaker Abbas, Doctorate On Bichi, An Inspiration To Reps – Agbese

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By Gloria Ikibah
The Deputy Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Media and Publicity, Rep. Philip Agbese (APC-Benue), has urged members of the House to intensify efforts in building a stronger Nigeria.
Agbese who is also the Deputy Spokesperson of the House, in an interview on Tuesday in Abuja, said that the recent honours awarded to Speaker Tajudeen Abbas and Rep. Abubakar Bichi is a motivation for the House to work harder.
The lawmaker noted that the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) conferred on Speaker Abbas, and the honorary doctorate in engineering awarded to Rep. Abubakar Bichi (APC-Kano) by the Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA), Katsina, means that Nigerians are closely observing public officeholders.
He said: “These awards are a source of pride for all of us, a call for greater selfless service to God and humanity. We are thankful for Mr. President’s patriotism, and we pledge never to let Nigerians down.
“By this honor, every House member is reminded to play their part in contributing to noble causes. The recognition given to the Speaker and our Appropriation Chairman is proof that society is watching us. As legislators, this should inspire us to do better, not for recognition, but because we have been chosen at this moment to contribute towards a new Nigeria.”
Agbese, who represents Ado/Ogbadibo/Okpokwu Federal Constituency in Benue, praised Abbas for his empathy, compassion, and capability since becoming Speaker in 2023, describing him as a leader with integrity, known for his unblemished record both in academics and politics.
The Deputy Spokesperson also highlighted the significance of Bichi’s award, recognizing his impact on Nigeria’s educational development and urged all Nigerians to be inspired by Bichi’s achievements.
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