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Vacate Kano now for peace to reign – Group charges dethroned Emir Bayero
The Arewa Social Contract Initiatives, a Non Governmental Organisation, has charged the dethroned Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, to vacate the ancient city in the spirit of peace and stability.
The group, who summoned an emergency meeting of the 19 Northern States in Kano, worried that the sudden return of the dethroned Emir Bayero to Kano after packing his belongings was cooked to ignite serious civil unrest in the city.
The National Chairman of the Group, Sani Muhamud Darma, said while reading the communique of the meeting, Saturday in Kano, that, “Aminu Ado Bayero’s actions have clearly negated the tradition of the Emirate Council which he belongs to”.
He reminded Bayero that history would never be kind to him if he stood as the source of uncertainty and chaos which might consume many lives in the State.
He said, “Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, the dethroned Emir of Kano, should remember that the same person he is challenging today vacated the same seat for him and even be disappeared far away from Kano, but he accepted what happened in good faith without causing any uproar, why are you not replicating his actions?”
Darma said Aminu Ado Bayero should borrow a leaf from his siblings and even his very close brother, the Emir of Bichi, Nasiru Ado Bayero, for quietly vacating Kano and without making anything that will jeopardize peace.
“Beautifully, look at the Emir of Bichi and other Emirs, nobody heard anything from them, they respectfully left and vacated their thrones without causing any havoc, that is a clear love for Kano,” the Chairman added.
“We are totally against the ill-advised actions of the dethroned Emir Aminu Ado Bayero, we strongly advise him to, as a matter of urgency, relocate and if he has any reservations of what had happened, he should channel it appropriately from wherever he is, but not Kano”.
The Arewa Social Contract Initiatives reminded him that when Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf was campaigning he had promised Kano people that if elected he would change the narratives of Kano Emirates from what he believes is a distortion to where it was before the creation of the additional Emirs.
“And here is the Governor fulfilling his campaign promises, no wonder Kano people are so calm and happy with the development, as you move around one will see nothing has changed, people are happily going about their normal businesses,” Darma said.
He added, “somebody cannot sit in Abuja or wherever and decide the fate of Kano, the fact that Kano, with its attendant volatility, remained peaceful and calm, clearly shows that Emir Sanusi is being accepted wholly.
“For this, we are advising Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero not to buy the idea of plunging Kano into chaos, his actions right now shows that he is hovering a personal desire at the detriment of Kano peace and stability.”
The Federal Government has announced the closure of the Eko Bridge and Ramps for eight weeks to carry out essential asphalt resurfacing work.
Mrs. Olukorede Kesha, the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, shared this information in a statement on Saturday. She noted that the resurfacing project is set to begin on Friday, September 20, at 7:00 a.m., and will continue until November 20.
Due to the closure, drivers will need to follow detours and alternative routes. Kesha advised that motorists traveling to the Island from Funsho Williams Avenue should utilize the service lane at Alaka to connect to Costain and access the Eko Bridge.
She explained that some sections of the bridge will be fully closed while others will have partial access.
“This important project aims to enhance road safety and improve the driving experience for motorists,” she stated. The work will involve milling the existing asphalt and laying down new asphalt on both the bridge and ramps to address wear and tear and create a smoother, safer roadway.
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has appointed Akinwale Sarafadeen Adeyemi as the new Chairman of the Governing Council for Osun State College of Education in Ila-Orangun.
The announcement was made in a statement on Friday by Governor Adeleke’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed. The statement described Adeyemi as an experienced educationist and noted that he will succeed Peter Babalola, the former chairman, who was dismissed by the state government earlier this month.
Babalola, who was also a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, faced suspension from his local ward in Irewole due to public criticism over alleged financial misconduct before his removal.
The statement highlighted, “Governor Ademola Adeleke has approved the appointment of Mr. Akinwale Sarafa Adeyemi, a seasoned educationist, as the new Chairman of the Governing Council of Osun State College of Education, Ila-Orangun. Mr. Adeyemi replaces Dr. Peter Babalola, who resigned following a controversial term at the college.”
Adeyemi holds both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in Education from the University of Ibadan and is a retired principal of the Federal Girls College in Ipetumodu. His swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Monday at the EXCO lounge.
The police have reported that their operatives apprehended political thugs and seized firearms during overnight operations in Edo State, where the governorship election is taking place today, Saturday.
They also vowed to address illegal weapons possession and prevent any disruptions to the electoral process in the state.
Prince Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer, shared this information in a statement on Friday night, along with images of the recovered firearms.
He identified the arrested individuals as Edwin Obanor, 43, and Audu Tajudeen, a 41-year-old PDP member from Ugbogbo quarters in Igara Akoko, Edo.
“The Nigeria Police Force has made a significant breakthrough in combating electoral violence in Edo State with the arrests of Edwin Obanor, 43, and Audu Tajudeen, a 41-year-old PDP member,” the statement noted.
According to DAILY POST, residents of Edo State will be voting for a new governor today, September 21, 2024, who will succeed Governor Godwin Obaseki after his eight-year term ends.
Nigerian Govt shuts Eko Bridge, ramps for 8-week repairs
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