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The former Oyo State Governor, Rashidi Ladoja, has finally opened up about his impeachment 18 years ago, pointing fingers at former President Olusegun Obasanjo as the mastermind behind his removal.  In a recent interview on Fresh FM to celebrate his 80th birthday, Ladoja revealed that Obasanjo was the powerful force responsible for his impeachment, contrary to popular belief that it was orchestrated by the late Alhaji Lamidi Adedibu and his then-deputy, Adebayo Alao-Akala. “You see, some people said it was Akala, it was Adedibu. No, it was not any of them. It was Obasanjo. It was during the time of Ileya (Muslim festival Eid-el-Kabi). We went to see Baba Obasanjo. I think it was on a Friday or Saturday that we went to see him in Abeokuta. I was there with Oyinlola, Daniel and Agagu. Ladoja shared that he, along with other Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors, including Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, Chief Gbenga Daniel, and Dr. Segun Agagu, had pleaded with Obasanjo in Abeokuta to...

  A Prosecutor with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC  Bilikisu Bala on Monday, September 30, 2024, told a Joint Committee of the House of Representatives investigating allegations of corruption against some officers of the Commission, and the Nigeria Correctional Service that charges of money laundering dropped in the trial of Idris Okuneye (a.k.a Bobrisky) were lawful and in compliance with the Administration of Criminal Justice Act, ACJA.  Bala, head of the prosecution team that handled the trial of Okuneye pointed out to the Committee that the charges were dropped based on the disclosure of the Special Control Unit against Money Laundering, SCUML, that Okunenye’s firm, Bob Express, was not a Designated Non Financial Institution, Business and Profession, DSNFIBP, and could not be prosecuted for flouting provisions of the Money Laundering Prevention & Prohibition Act, 2022. “We initially raised six count charges bordering on Naira Abuse and Money La...

  … Registration Open for Virtual Participants   What role for youths in Nigeria’s battle for development? How do we tackle the challenges youths face?  These and more are some of the questions that will be tackled on Saturday at a symposium to mark Lagos State Deputy Governor Kadri Obafemi HAMZAT’S 60th birthday. It is all about deepening youth engagement and national development.  The theme of the symposium is “Nigeria: Guiding the Youth on the Path of Self-Reliance”. The symposium will take place at the prestigious Victoria Garden Event, Alausa, Ikeja. The one-day event, besides exhibiting the contributions and commitment of Dr Hamzat to youth development in Lagos, is billed to encourage new networks and professional capacity building. Apart from Dr Hamzat, who will be leading conversations at the conference, former Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University Prof. Olanrewaju Fagboun will open the discussion with the topic, “Why Are We Here?” At the symposium, youth...

The OdoMola Youth for Ileri-Oluwa football competition, organized by the OdoMola Youth Forum, has successfully concluded, showcasing the unwavering solidarity of the OdoMola youth towards the re-election of Hon. Ismail Monsuru Akinloye, the executive chairman of Eredo LCDA. The intense yet spirited competition saw Team Akinloye Ileri-Oluwa emerge as champions, while Team Oba Sulaiman Adeshina Omola secured second place, and Team OdoMola Home Base Youths finished in third position. The event, marked by a show of unity and sportsmanship, witnessed an enthusiastic turnout. Hon. Ismail Monsuru Akinloye, who graced the final match, expressed his deep appreciation to the OdoMola youth for their continuous support and active involvement in community activities. He assured them of his ongoing commitment to their welfare, promising to continue offering his full support in all their future endeavors. His Royal Majesty, Oba Sulaiman Adeshina Adebowale, the Omola of OdoMola, emphasized the importa...

The Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB) held a strategic meeting with school managers across the state in preparation for the resumption of the new academic session. The gathering, held at NUT Pavilion Agidingbi, Ikeja today focused on aligning school leaders with the state’s education transformation agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.   The Executive Chairman LASUBEB, Dr. Hakeem Shittu  in his address, stressed the importance of strengthening school administration and maintaining high standards in public education. He reiterated the board's dedication to enhancing  quality teaching and learning in Lagos State, noting that the welfare of pupils and teachers remains paramount to the Board.  “As we prepare for the resumption of the new term, it is crucial that school administrators are fully prepared for more engagement in this session . LASUBEB is committed to providing the necessary support to ensure that our schools are well-equipped to deliver ...