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GAMA To FG: Prioritise security, economic rejuvenation in 2024

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Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin

The Gamji Members Association (GAMA) in Kwara State has called on the federal government to prioritise security and revamping of the economy in year 2024.

GAMA, in its new year message, said Nigerians deserve to live in any part of the country without the fear of being attacked by bandits and other criminals, adding that they are entitled to good living which can only be guaranteed by adequate security and prosperous economic policies.

The Association, which is committed to the promotion of the ideals of the late Sardauna of Sokoto, Sir Ahmadu Bello, stressed the need for the security agencies to be proactive and work as a team to rid the nation of criminals.

In a statement signed by its President General, Alhaji Mohammed Tunde Akanbi and the Director of Publicity, Alhaji Abdullahi Olesin, GAMA stressed the need for the government to ensure that the nation’s borders are well manned to check the influx of arms and ammunition into the country.

While applauding the security operatives for their unrelenting efforts at fighting banditry and insurgency in some parts of the country, the Association made case for the welfare and proper training of the security agents for maximum effect in the fight against all forms of criminality in the country.

The Association advised the government to embark on viable and workable economic policies that will reduce the hardship the Nigerian masses are experiencing, emphasising that such economic policies should be ones with human face.

GAMA suggested massive farming by Nigerians as a solution to the high cost of foodstuff and poverty in the land.

“Once the government is able to fix security, it should encourage farmers to go into massive farming in the new planting season to ensure abundant crops production, food security and sufficiency.

“Government should also set up a task force that will check arbitrary increase in the prices of foodstuff and other commodities in the country,” GAMA added.

The Association, which asked the federal government to leverage on the revamped Port Harcourt refinery to reduce the price of petroleum products in the country, also called for the resuscitation of the remaining nation’s refineries.

“The federal government should ensure that all its agreements with the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) are met without further delay to avoid industrial strike, while state governments should also redeem their own sides of agreement they reached with the organised labour.

“We also appeal to the opposition not to overheat the polity but rather should join hands and support the government at all levels to succeed for the benefit of all of usgge don’t have another country than Nigeria .

“Governments at all levels should guide against embarking on frivolous projects that do not have direct impact on the citizens while the anti-graft agencies should be proactive in the discharge of their duties and expose all those behind the looting of the nation’s treasury.

“Due to the high cost of air fares, the government should embark on massive rehabilitation and reconstruction of roads, which presently could best be described as death traps,” GAMA said.

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Oluwole Foundation Lifts 70 Branch Members Of C&S Church in Ilorin

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Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin

Barely a month after empowering no fewer than 70 members at the headquarters of the Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church Worldwide in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, the Oluwole Foundation has extended the noble gesture to 24 branches of the Church within Ilorin metropolis and Oke-Oyi.

In the new dispensation, the Oluwole Foundation provided material and financial support to additional 70 beneficiaries, costing the Foundation about N37m.

Fielding questions from journalists on the sideline of the programme, the Chairman of the Foundation, Pastor Moses Ademola Popoola, said the extension of the empowerment programme this year to the branches of the Church was in obedience to divine instruction and as a means to tackle poverty within the Church community.

“We have 62 branches under our Church, but this is the first time we are going beyond our headquarters. For now, we have covered 24 Churches and empowered 70 people, spending close to N37 million. This is not just charity; it’s also evangelism. Some people will not be converted through preaching but through welfare,” Pastor Popoola explained.

He urged beneficiaries to take the gesture seriously, work hard, and extend help to others, assuring the congregants of further expansion of the empowerment programme to cover more beneficiaries in the coming years.

“They should not see this as a national cake. Be prudent, save, grow your business, and from what you have, help someone else. That way, we help the family, society, and the nation,” he cautioned.

Pastor Popoola also called on other foundations, especially those owned by Christians, to carry out their work with sincerity, rather than for personal gain. “This service is first to God, then to society. When we help people genuinely, we reduce poverty, crime, and unemployment.”

The cleric, however, stressed the need for the government to prioritise agriculture and rural development in order to tackle poverty and unemployment ravaging the nation.

He added: “Every wealthy nation built its economy on agriculture. So, government should secure our farmlands, provide tractors, and support our farmers holistically. Let each region focus on its strength, like cocoa in the West and groundnut in the North. We must also develop rural areas with electricity, motorable roads, hospitals, and jobs to curb rural-urban migration.”

One of the beneficiaries, Mrs Janet Shaba, who expressed gratitude to the Oluwole Foundation for the kind gesture, promised that they would make judicious use of the items received.

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Audu Ogbeh’s death a big loss for North Central: Kwara Gov

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Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has expressed sadness over the death of former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh.

Governor AbdulRazaq said the death of Chief Audu Ogbeh is a big loss to the North Central Region, calling him a statesman, thoughts leader, and nationalist.

“Chief Audu Ogbeh was a dependable leader of our region. He earned the respect of all on account of his outstanding leadership and service to the nation at different times, especially during his time as Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development,” the Governor said in a statement on Sunday.

Governor AbdulRazaq has, however, sent his heartfelt condolences to the people and government of Benue State and to his family and associates.

He prayed to God to give the family the strength to bear the huge loss.

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Ambode Declares Total Support for President Tinubu’s 2027 Re-Election Bid

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Former Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, has publicly reaffirmed his unwavering loyalty to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, pledging full commitment to the President’s 2027 re-election campaign.

In a strongly worded statement, Ambode dismissed recent speculations linking him to a governorship ambition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the reports as “false publications” aimed at causing distractions.

“I wish to publicly reaffirm my absolute and unshakable loyalty to the APC, the party under which I had the privilege of serving Lagos State as governor in 2015, and to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, my leader, mentor, and a tireless champion for Nigeria’s progress,” Ambode said.

The former governor praised President Tinubu’s leadership style, describing him as a “proven achiever and result-oriented leader” whose administration has delivered significant reforms in pensions, student loan accessibility, youth empowerment, and national economic growth.

Highlighting key achievements of the Tinubu administration, Ambode pointed to the elimination of fuel scarcity, improved security measures, and policies designed to improve the lives of ordinary Nigerians.

“His focus, determination, and inclusive governance style are restoring hope and delivering tangible results. I am convinced that, given another four years, Nigerians will have even greater reason to celebrate,” Ambode stated.

He urged party faithful and Nigerians at large to ignore political distractions, pledging to work tirelessly to strengthen the APC and ensure President Tinubu’s victory in 2027.

“Let it be clear: I stand solidly with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress. We will work together to ensure victory in 2027 to continue delivering the dividends of democracy to all Nigerians,” Ambode concluded.

Ambode’s declaration comes amid growing political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the former governor making it clear that his political loyalty remains firmly with the APC and its leader.

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