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August 24, 2023 Lagos State Assembly Rejects 17 Commissioner-Nominees Over Indigene Concerns
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Lagos State Assembly Rejects 17 Commissioner-Nominees Over Indigene Concerns

The Lagos State House of Assembly has declined 17 of the 39 commissioner-nominees submitted by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

Notably, several rejected nominees had previously served as commissioners and special advisers during the governor's initial term.

Among the rejected nominees were Prof. Akin Abayomi (Health), Folashade Adefisayo (Education), Olalere Odusote (Energy), Gbenga Omotoso (Information and Strategy), Sam Egube (Economic Budget and Planning), Aramide Adeyoye (Works and Infrastructure), and Cecilia Dada (Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation).

Additionally, the lawmakers confirmed 22 other nominees, including former special adviser on education Tokunbo Wahab and Dolapo Fasawe, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency general manager.

In response, the Lagos State House of Assembly urged the confirmed nominees to prioritise serving the public's interests rather than individual agendas. The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa praised the thorough screening carried out by an ad-hoc committee led by Chief Whip Fatai Mojeed.

Meanwhile, the Epetedo Indigenes Association voiced their disappointment with the list and called Governor Sanwo-Olu to reevaluate his selection. The association's leaders criticised the imbalance in the nominee distribution and urged the state government and party leaders to ensure fairness and equity in the commissioner lineup.

August 23, 2023 Emefiele’s Alleged N6.9bn Fraud Arraignment Delayed Again: Case Not Listed by Court
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Emefiele’s Alleged N6.9bn Fraud Arraignment Delayed Again: Case Not Listed by Court

The suspension continues as Emefiele's Arraignment for Alleged N6.9bn Procurement Fraud Faces Further Delay.

Once again, the anticipated arraignment of the suspended Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Godwin Emefiele, in connection with an alleged N6.9 billion procurement fraud, has hit a roadblock.

Initially disrupted on August 17 due to the absence of the second defendant, Sa’adatu Yaro, who was reportedly unwell, the case encountered another setback. The presiding judge, Justice Hamza Muazu, adjourned the scheduled proceedings to August 23 for the formal arraignment of the defendants.

However, perplexingly, the case was not included on the court's docket. Regrettably, the press did not explain the omission or its underlying reasons.

Moreover, noticeable by their absence were the lawyers representing both sides, compounding the situation's complexity. This series of delays has now prolonged the legal uncertainty surrounding the case and the fate of the accused parties.

August 23, 2023 President Tinubu Retires NIMC Boss, Appoints Coker Odusote As Acting DG
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President Tinubu Retires NIMC Boss, Appoints Coker Odusote As Acting DG

In a significant move, President Bola Tinubu has designated Bisoye Coker-Odusote as the Director General of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC).

Concurrently, President Tinubu has directed the initiation of a 90-day pre-retirement leave for the incumbent NIMC DG, Aliyu Abubakar Aziz. This directive takes effect from Thursday, the 24th, and will ultimately lead to Aziz's retirement from service on the 24th of November.

Presidential spokesperson Ajuri Ngelale has conveyed that President Tinubu has also sanctioned the appointment of Yusuf Yakub to assume the role of Director/CEO at the Directorate of Technical Aid Corps, DTAC. This decision comes in the wake of the recent conclusion of the tenure of the former DTAC Director/CEO, Dr Pius Osunyikanmi.

Ngelale further clarified that these appointments have an immediate implementation.

Coker-Odusote, the current General Manager and CEO of the Lagos State Infrastructure Maintenance and Regulatory Agency (LASIMRA), steps into this pivotal role, signalling a period of transition and evolution within the NIMC.

August 23, 2023 Badaru And Matawalle Assumes Office At Ship House As Defense Ministers
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Badaru And Matawalle Assumes Office At Ship House As Defense Ministers

In a promising development, the Minister of Defence, Muhammed Badaru, and the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, have pledged to bring about substantial changes to Nigeria's security architecture within the span of a year.

The two newly appointed ministers shared their commitments with the press shortly after assuming their roles at the Ship House, Ministry of Defence, Abuja. This came just a day after their official inauguration as cabinet members.

During the media briefing, Matawalle articulated the ministry's dedication to constructing a robust Defence framework with the capacity to manage any form of threats that may arise effectively.

Badaru echoed this sentiment and assured the public that their commitment to the nation was unwavering. He emphasized that he and his fellow minister of state were fully aware of the responsibility entrusted to them by President Bola Tinubu and were resolute in not betraying that trust.

Furthermore, both ministers vowed to earnestly carry out President Tinubu's mandate to ensure the security and safety of all Nigerian citizens. Their determination to meet this objective serves as a beacon of hope for a safer and more secure Nigeria.

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