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Kano Govt moves to resolve conflicts in Yoruba community, sets up reconciliation committee
The Kano State Government has inaugurated a Reconciliatory Committee mandated to resolve conflicts among members of the Yoruba community in the state.
DAILY POST reports that the conflict is mainly due to a leadership dispute between the Aare and the Oba groups among the community.
Inaugurating the committee, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) Dr. Abdullahi Baffa Bichi said the government is disturbed about the leadership crisis among members of the Yoruba community, hence the need to urgently resolve the situation.
Inaugurating the committee, the SSG said, “To resolve this conflict between the Oba’s group and Aare group, we have carefully selected you as members of this committee as each one of you is a leader by his right.
“More so, it is an issue of concern to the state government because the Yoruba community is an integral part of the Kano community.
“His Excellency wants you to use your wealth of experience and knowledge to resolve the prevailing conflict within the immunity.
“On behalf of the governor his Excellency Abba Kabir Yusuf, and in the name of Allah, I Inaugurate this committee.”
Members of the committee, basically drawn from the academia include Prof. Usman Muhammad as chairman and Dr. Ransom Bello as co-chairman.
Other members include Prof. Afolabi Falola, Prof. Ibrahim Khalil, Prof. Akindele Mukaddas, Prof. Usman Malumfashi and Prof. Nuruddeen Salahuddeen.
The 11-man committee will also have a member from the Kano State Emirate Council.
Some of the terms of reference for the conflict resolution committee include inviting the two conflicting parties within the community with the aim of addressing the crisis.
The committee is expected to invite relevant associations, interest groups and individuals that reside in Kano to make written/oral submissions related to the crisis.
It will also invite and dialogue with all organizations or institutions such as Kano Emirate Council because of complicities surrounding certain appointments by council.
It is also expected to find out the immediate and remote causes of the crisis and the roles played by various parties both internal and external.
The committee will equally proffer solutions and recommendations and also submit a report to the state government within a period of four weeks from the date of inauguration.
In his address, the chairman of the committee Prof. Usman, promised to deploy the best conflict resolution ideas to get to the root of the problem with responsibility and commitment.
On his part, the co-chairman Dr. Ransom, thanked the state government for seeing them fit for the job and promised to deliver.
Addressing newsmen after the inauguration of the committee, the Special Adviser the State Governor on Inter-community Relations for Yoruba Affairs, Abdussalam Abiola, called on the Yoruba Community to cooperate with the committee and make sacrifices in order to allow peace to reign in the state.
CREDIT: DAILY POST
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.
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