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Tofa’s contributions to Nigeria’s democracy indelible – Ganduje

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Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje of Kano State has mourned the death of Alhaji Bashir Othman Tofa, former Presidential candidate of the defunct National Republican Convention (NRC) in the June 12, 1993 election, saying his contributions to Nigeria’s democracy remains indelible.

In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information, Malam Muhammad Garba, the governor noted the sacrifices of Tofa, who started taking up leadership responsibilities at an early age, when he was elected councillor in Tofa in his late 20s and remaining vibrant and dynamic up till the time of his death.

He said as a businessman, trader and philanthropist, Tofa touched the lives of many people, especially the down-trodden, and expressed the belief that the legacies of the deceased will be approximated for posterity.

“The legacy of his political beliefs and triumphs will be important footnotes in the literature of Nigeria’s government and politics for generations yet to come.

“He was a great man, a quintessential democrat and outstanding statesman who has left very hold prints both on the politics and political history of Nigeria,” the statement added.

The governor prayed Almighty Allah to grant his soul Aljannah Firdausi and the fortitude for his family, friends and associates to bear the irreparable loss.

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Aiyedatiwa Celebrates President Tinubu On 72nd Birthday

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The Executive Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has congratulated the Nigerian President, Bola Tinubu on the Occasion of his 72nd Birthday Anniversary.

 

Celebrating the nation’s leader on behalf of the ondo state people, Aiyedatiwa noted that President Tinubu is an incurable subscriber and executioner of progressive politics meant for the advancement of mankind and the society at large.

 

In a statement made available by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary Ebenezer Adeniyan, states below;

 

“On behalf of myself, family and the good people of Ondo State, I congratulate His Excellency, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the auspicious occasion of his birthday today.

Mr. President, it’s no coincidence that you share the same birth month with the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, former Premier of the Western Region and one of the foremost thinkers and political leaders Nigeria has ever had in its chequered history.

Aside from sharing the same birth month with Chief Awolowo, you are also an incurable subscriber and executioner of progressive politics meant for the advancement of mankind and the society at large.

As our leader, I am in awe of your uncanny ability to take bold decisions in the overall interest of the people and live with the consequences that may come off thereafter without caving in under pressure.

Your leadership of the country at these trying times and the stability you have brought despite myriad of challenges further validate the litany of stellar achievements you recorded when you governed Lagos between 1999 and 2007.

We will continue to appreciate your genuine interest in and commitment to the development of Ondo State as exemplified by the fatherly role you played in entrenching political stability in our State when we needed it the most.
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The Executive Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has congratulated the Nigerian President, Bola Tinubu on the Occasion of his 72nd Birthday Anniversary.

Celebrating the nation’s leader on behalf of the ondo state people, Aiyedatiwa noted that President Tinubu is an incurable subscriber and executioner of progressive politics meant for the advancement of mankind and the society at large.

In a statement made available by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary Ebenezer Adeniyan, states below;

“On behalf of myself, family and the good people of Ondo State, I congratulate His Excellency, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the auspicious occasion of his birthday today.

Mr. President, it’s no coincidence that you share the same birth month with the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, former Premier of the Western Region and one of the foremost thinkers and political leaders Nigeria has ever had in its chequered history.

Aside from sharing the same birth month with Chief Awolowo, you are also an incurable subscriber and executioner of progressive politics meant for the advancement of mankind and the society at large.

As our leader, I am in awe of your uncanny ability to take bold decisions in the overall interest of the people and live with the consequences that may come off thereafter without caving in under pressure.

Your leadership of the country at these trying times and the stability you have brought despite myriad of challenges further validate the litany of stellar achievements you recorded when you governed Lagos between 1999 and 2007.

We will continue to appreciate your genuine interest in and commitment to the development of Ondo State as exemplified by the fatherly role you played in entrenching political stability in our State when we needed it the most.

As you celebrate your birthday today, it is my prayer and the prayer of the good people of Ondo State that you continue to lead the country to a safe harbour in good health and comfort.

Happy birthday, Sir!”

As you celebrate your birthday today, it is my prayer and the prayer of the good people of Ondo State that you continue to lead the country to a safe harbour in good health and comfort.

Happy birthday, Sir!”1999
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Detained Binance Executive sues NSA, EFCC for alleged violation of his fundamental human rights 

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Tigran Gambaryan, one of the detained Binance executive, has sued the National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu, and the Economic Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over the alleged violation of his fundamental rights.

 

 

According to Premium Times, Mr Gambaryan, in the originating motion dated and filed 18 March by his lawyer, Olujoke Aliyu, from Aluko and Oyebode Law Firm, sought five reliefs before Justice Inyang Ekwo. Also, Nadeem Anjarwalla, Binance’s Africa regional manager who escaped from lawful custody on 22 March, filed a separate right enforcement suit before Justice Ekwo.

 

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Messrs Gambaryan and Anjarwalla, in the suits marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/356/24 and FHC/ABJ/CS/355/24, had sued the Office of NSA (ONSA) and EFCC as 1st and 2nd respondents.

They sought the same reliefs.

 

Mr Gambaryan, a US citizen overseeing financial crime compliance at the crypto exchange platform, in his application, sought a declaration that his detention and seizure of his international travel passport contravened Section 35 (1) and (4) of the Nigerian Constitution.

 

He said the act amounted to a violation of his fundamental right to personal liberty as guaranteed by the Constitution. He also sought an order directing the respondents to release him from their custody and return his international travel passport with immediate effect.

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Kuduna State Government Offers Free Education To Rescued Kuriga Students

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Uba Sani, the Kaduna State Governor, has offered free education to Kuriga school children recently rescued from kidnappers.

 

 

Recall that the teenagers were abducted from Lea Primary School and Government Secondary School Kuriga, Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, last week.

 

 

They were subsequently rescued and reunited with their parents, three days after their release from captivity.

 

 

Professor Abdulkadir Mayere, the Secretary to the Kaduna State government on Wednesday, on behalf of Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, handed the children over to their parents.

 

 

NigeriaUpdates recalls that the children’s freedom came after a harrowing two-week ordeal, having been abducted by bandits on March 7th and subsequently rescued in Zamfara State through the combined efforts of the military and local authorities.

 

During the presentation of the children to their families, Professor Meyere recounted the state’s relentless pursuit of their safe return.

 

He relayed Governor Sani’s deep involvement in the rescue mission, emphasizing the governor’s commitment to the children’s welfare and safety.

 

 

In a fresh announcement on Thursday (today), Governor Sani announced that his foundation will offer free education for the freed students.

 

 

According to Vanguard, the governor also promised to rebuild the primary and government secondary school Kuriga and provide other basic infrastructure in the community.

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