Kano Guber: APC Must Not Destroy Judiciary, Party Membership Is Internal Affairs Of Political Parties - S/W NNPP, Ajadi

 

South West Secretary of the New Nigeria People's Party, (NNPP), Dr Babatunde Oke has chided the Kano State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress, (APC) over the Court of Appeal Judgement which ruled that Kano state governor, Abba Yusuf is not a member of the NNPP, saying the APC and the Court have no right to determine who is a member of the NNPP.

Oke made this known on Sunday in a statement in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital in reaction to the judgement of the Court of Appeal which on Friday, affirmed the tribunal judgment which declared the Kano state APC candidate, Nasiru Gawuna winner of the governorship election.

Delivering judgment on the matter on Friday, the Appeal Court held that Yusuf was not qualified to contest the election, because he is not a member of the NNPP.

 But Oke in the statement said, the Appeal Court judgement will be upturned by the Supreme Court, saying political parties have supremacy over its own affairs.

He said from the previous judgements, it has been ascertained that political parties have supremacy over its own affairs and no Court can inquire into the membership or leadership of a Political Party. 

"The issue of membership of a political party is a party affairs and it's outside the purview of Court's jurisdiction. It is a matter which only political party can decide. To inquire into such would amount to a Court poking into the internal or domestic affairs of the party.

"In the Case of Tinubu vs Obi, same Court ruled that the candidate's membership is a Party affairs.

"In the case of Abba vs Gawuna, same Court ruled that it has jurisdiction to interfere in the party's membership. Same country, same Court, same judges but different judgement, this is surprising. APC should not destroy the judiciary".

In the documents attached to the statement signed by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the name of Kano state governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf name was clearly shown on 56209 of the NNPP members registration.

"Where did the Appeal Court and APC see their own membership register, where Abba Kabir Yusuf name was not found.

"Our national Secretary, Dipo Olayoku on June 23, 2023 requested true certified copy of Kano membership registration that was submitted to the INEC before the election.

"The letter which was addressed to the Secretary, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Zambezi Crescent, Maitama, Abuja, tittled: Request for certified true copy of updated NNPP membership register submitted to the commission.

"The letter reads: We hereby request for the Certified True copy of our updated Party Membership Register earlier submitted to the Commission.

"This certification of our copy of register becomes necessary for Court processes involving our Party.

"We agree to take charge of all due fees, while awaiting your quick action, please accept our best regards.

"And the copy was presented to us after the statutory payment of eleven thousand one hundred and sixty one naira, twenty-five kobo (N11,161. 25k) was paid to the INEC.

"And the name of Kano state governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf was clearly shown on 56209 of the NNPP members registration".

It could be recalled that earlier, a Chieftain of the party, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo has expressed optimism that Yusuf will be affirmed as the Kano State Governor by the Supreme Court.

Ajadi said even the APC's  argument at the Tribunal was different from that at the Appeal Court and wondered whether they started a new case at the Appeal Court.

He maintained that what Appeal Court ruled upon has been argued in many cases and Courts but the rulings on those cases were judged as an intra party, which doesn't concern any other person or party, wondering why that of  Kano  will be different?

 He called on the good people of Kano State to remain calm and  avoid provocation from the opposition who are enjoying a temporary victory..

“It is surprising that the judgements of the two courts are even different. While the Tribunal led by Justice Oluyemi Osadebay nullified the election of Governor Abba Yusuf by declaring 165, 663 of his votes invalid.

"The tribunal held that the ballot papers were not signed nor stamped by the Independent National Electoral Commission.

“The Court of Appeal in its judgement held that Yusuf was not in the membership register of his political party, which has been argued in the past and the judgement was that membership of a candidate rest on the party and its memeber, why now is the business of APC, it is intra - party affairs. 

"This is surprising, to say a candidate of the party, that campaigned across the nook and crannies of the state and was voted for  overwhelmingly by the people is not a member of the party is unbelievable.

“I urged His Excellency, Governor Abba Yusuf to remain calm, as this judgement cannot stand the test of time.

"I also pledged with our presidential candidate, Senator Rabi'u Musa Kwakwanso to remain calm and urged our supporters nationwide to remain calm.

"The people of Kano know that our party is the leading party in the state and this has been demonstrated in the other elections.

"NNPP has the highest members of the State Assembly,  highest members of the national assembly from the state and we are with the grassroots".

YAWI Celebrates World Toilet Day, Urges People to Eradicate Open Defication

The Executive Director, Young and  Woman Initiative (YAWI), Ambassador Agbeja Adebobola has advised Nigerians to use the occasion of 2023 World Toilet Day to eradicate open defication in Nigeria. 

In a statement issued and signed in Ibadan, the Oyo State Capital, Ambassador Agbeja said the United Nations General Assembly officially designated November 19 as World Toilet Day.

She said It was first established in 2001 by the World Toilet Organization. World Toilet Day celebrates toilets and raises awareness of the 4.2 billion people living without access to safely managed sanitation.

She said "This year World Toilet Day has the Theme: "Accelerating Change', to highlight the journey towards achieving SDG 6- Clean Water and Sanitation".

Ambassador Agbeja enjoined people to choose sanitation related actions to speed up progress on this part of SDG 6: Break taboos: hinted about the critical connection between toilets, water and menstruation. Flush safe: Fix leaking water and waste pipes, empty full septic tanks and report dumping of sludge.

The Executive Director, Young and  Woman Initiative (YAWI) encouraged people to adopt one House, one Toilet initiative as stated by the United Nations General Assembly.

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Rotary Club seeks collaboration with Journalists, set to empower 600 Youths in Ibadan, Abuja

Rotary Club International (District 9125) is set to empower 600 youths in Ibadan and Abuja on vocational cum socialization skills expected to last for one week. 

The District Governor Sagab Ahmed who solicited for the cooperation of media men said that the program tagged the ‘Rotary Youth Leadership Academy’ is a vocational/leadership/socialization training. 

He made this known when he paid a courtesy visit to the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Oyo State Council at Iyaganku GRA, Ibadan.

Rotarian Ahmed added that the program sponsored by District 9125 aims at training selected 200 plus participants who are members and non-members of the club in Ibadan.

According to him, the training in Ibadan is scheduled to precede that of Abuja where about 300 or more participants are to be trained.

He said that the program also aims at gearing the interests of the non-members in Rotary activities and membership.

While seeking the support of media men, he said that the program needs media attention as a way of showing the importance of developing the youths. 

“Very importantly, we want to develop socialization skills in them. They would be able to interact with other people in a very respectful and organized way in their processes of growth. 

“It is in the process of interaction and one’s capacity of interacting with other people that actually develops one. Also, there is going to be several activity like physical training as well as structured classroom training where they would be trained and there would be interactions in their social activities. 

“At the end of the day, we hope they would be able to develop long lasting friendships just as that of alumni of a particular school. They would grow possibly being Rotarians and also being helpful to each other and at the same time being of service to their communities. 

“The vocational skills to be learnt includes “tailoring, soap and cream manufacturing, shoe making and several others,” he said.

We Will Continue to Partner University Don for State Development - Oyo Govt.

The Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Professor Olanike Adeyemo FAS FTWAS has said that the present administration would provide an enabling environment for the Higher Institutions of learning to thrive in the State.

She made this kn

own during a courtesy visit paid by the Department of Veterinary Public Health and Preventive Medicine, University of Ibadan at the SSG's Office, Secretariat, Ibadan.

She said the State Government would continue to engage University experts in various fields  of learning to contribute their own quota to the development of the State.

The Secretary to the State Government said Governor Seyi Makinde is somebody that wants things done right.

Professor Adeyemo added that the present administration is open for collaboration to deliver dividends of democracy in Omititun 2.0. for the people of the State. 

She appreciated Professors from the veterinary department of the University of Ibadan for their continuous prayer and support to succeed on her present assignment.

Speaking at the event, the Head of the Department. Professor Victoria Adetunji alongside Professor Olayinka Ishola commended Governor Seyi Makinde for the dualization of Bashorun - Akobo-Ojurin - Road for the benefit of the people. 

Abiodun Atilola

Media Officer SSG/HOS

November, 2023.

Oyo Govt. Committed to Responsible Gaming Policy

 

The Oyo State Government has reiterated its commitment to a responsible gaming policy, in the state.

The Secretary to the State Government, Professor Olanike Adeyemo stated this during the 5th annual Stakeholders Interactive Forum of the Oyo State Gaming Board.

The Theme of the forum Tax and Task, Building a sustainable Gaming Environment was held at Golden Tulip Hotel, Jericho, Ibadan.

She enjoined gaming companies to embrace transparent monetization in the world of gaming.

The SSG said the State Government has a responsible gaming framework principle to ensure that the citizens are protected.

Professor Adeyemo urged game operators to cooperate with the Oyo State Gaming and Lottery Board to tap from the opportunity in the gaming industry in the State.

In his remarks, the Director General of the Board, Mr Olajide Boladuro commended the Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde for making Oyo State number one investment destination in Nigeria.

Boladuro enjoined gaming companies in the State to adhere to strict rules and standards designed to protect players in the gaming industry.

Abiodun Atilola

Media Officer to the SSG/HOS

November, 2023.

Continue Your Good Work for the Community - Oyo HOS Charges WDC

 

The Oyo State Head of Service, Mrs Olubunmi Oni, mni has charged members of the Ward Development Committee to continue their good work for grassroot development across the State.

She stated this while hosting the Executive Council of the WDC on a courtesy visit at her office Secretariat, Ibadan.

She enjoined them to maintain their good working relationship with the Oyo State Health Insurance Agency  (OYSHIA) and the State Primary Health Care Board for smooth monitoring of the State Health care centres.

The Head of Service admonished WDC to keep informing the pregnant women at the grassroot level to always visit the State Hospitals at least once in a month for check up.

She said the State Government would empower WDC members in order to work more for the development of the community.

She said efforts are in top gear to train women at the various wards in the State on practical vocation which according to her would reduce poverty to the bearest minimum in the State 

In his remarks, the Chairman of the team, Alhaji Abdul-Fatai Oloyede commended the State Government Giant stride in the Health sector. 

He appreciated Governor Seyi Makinde for the construction of the 361 health centres across the wards which according to him brings health care delivery to the door steps of the masses. 

Abiodun Atilola

Media Officer to the SSG/HOS

November, 2023.

Oyo Govt Partner With Careerlink To Transform Economy Growth Through Talent Management

The Oyo State Government has unveils a groundbreaking collaboration with Careerlink  to redefine the economy future of the state.

The Commissioner for Youths and Sports, Hon Wasilat Adegoke Adefemi stated this on tuesday, in a statement made available to newsmen in Ibadan.          She urged the Youths  not just to talk the talk but to walk the walk, revolutionizing opportunities and igniting the pathway to economic empowerment.

She noted with delight, that the present administration would continue to  unleash the force of our State's youths and catalyze economic dynamism.

"We're not stopping at creating opportunities, we're propelling them. The introduction of the cutting-edge Talent Management System is set to connect skilled individuals with a slew of diverse employment opportunities. No more waiting in the wings. It's time for the youth to take center stage, showcasing their skills, and stepping into vibrant careers.

"It's not just about creating jobs, it's about shaping futures.The Talent Management system is not a mere tool, it's a springboard propelling the youth into economic relevance. 

      

Adegoke stated further that, the program is more 

than economic growth but also an economic orchestra, harmonizing talent with demand and orchestrating a symphony of progress.

She however noted that, the impeccable Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde is not just making waves but  also charting a new course for a tidal wave of change, amplifying the voices of our youth and turning their aspirations into a symphony of success.

While stressing that, the collaboration isn’t a one-time spectacle, it's a saga that marks the first chapter in Oyo State's narratives towards a prosperous economy, where the youth are celebrated, equipped, and trailblazing success.