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Afenifere Makes Three New Appointments
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The pan-Yoruba socio-cultural and socio-political organization, Afenifere, has appointed three new officers to strengthen its operations.
A statement by the National Publicity Secretary of the body, Comrade Jare Ajayi, indicated that the new Secretary General is Agbaakin Ademola Babatunde Folarin while the new Treasurer is Alagba Dare Babarinsa.
The new Financial Secretary is Barrister Lanre Omisore.
According to the statement, the new appointees are to join the officers who are already occupying one position or the other for the organization.
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They are Abagun Kole Omololu, National Organisation Secretary, Dr. Akin Onigbinde, SAN, Legal Adviser and Comrade Jare Ajayi, National Publicity Secretary.
The appointments were made by The National Leader of the body, Chief Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, OFR, at the commencement of Caucus meeting that took place in his residence at Akure, Ondo State capital on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. The appointments were ratified by the Caucus.
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Another important announcement made concerning the appointments was that of former Ondo State Governor, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, whose appointment as Chairman, Reconciliation Committee, was further ratified.
Ajayi noted that in the tradition of Afenifere, The Leader has the prerogative to appoint officers to run the affairs of the organization.
The new Secretary General, Folarin, is a lawyer of over four decades standing and is a philanthropist not given to noise-making. He holds the chieftaincy title of Agbaakin Mayegun of Ibadanland.
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His law chamber is based in Lagos. A Yoruba patriot who prefers to operate behind the scene, matters Yorubania occupy prominent position in his heart.
Alagba Babarinsa, the new Treasurer, is a well-known journalist who has been in practice for more than 40 years.
He was among the pioneer staff members of the defunct Concord newspaper and a founding member of Tell magazine, among others.
Barrister Omisore is a seasoned lawyer, who had practiced in the United Kingdom.
Ajayi, Afenifere spokesman, quoted The Leader, Pa Fasoranti, as saying that the appointments took immediate effect.
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Edo Govt Bans Kabaka’s Firm, Others From Collecting Revenue
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August 6, 2025By
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Edo State Government has banned private firms earlier authorised to collaborate with the Edo State Internal Revenue Service (EIRS) to collect revenue in the state.
The state government said the ban became necessary due to reports of violation of terms of operations given to them earlier.
In a public announcement, Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, said the ban also extends to Atalakpa Recovery Concept Ltd, a private consultant earlier engaged to enforce compliance.
Ikhilor, while frowning at the activities of the private firms, noted that the “era of using unions as fronts to harass, intimidate, or extort drivers and road users in the name of revenue collection is over.”
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The statement partly reads: “The Edo State Government, under the leadership of His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has observed with grave concern the alarming resurgence of illegal revenue collection by certain unions and organizations under various guises across the State.
“It has become clear that some of these groups, previously given limited authorization to collaborate with the Edo State Internal Revenue Service (EIRS) under clearly defined terms, have grossly violated the conditions of their engagement and resorted to cash collections, extortions, social harassment and intimidation.
“Specifically, the activities of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN), ANNEWAT, and Drivers on Wheel, are hereby banned with immediate effect.
“These unions are not authorized to collect any form of dues, levies, taxes, or charges from motorists, drivers, traders, or any member of the public in Edo State.
“This ban also extends to Atalakpa Recovery Concept Ltd, a private consultant earlier engaged to enforce compliance.
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“Credible reports reaching the people-loving Governor, indicate that the firm and its workers have become complicit in widespread extortion and abuse of mandate, thereby betraying the trust reposed in them by the State.
“The Government considers these actions as acts of economic sabotage, social oppression and a direct affront to law and order.
“All activities of the aforementioned unions are suspended indefinitely.”
The SSG, while noting that “no individual or group under any of these unions is permitted to collect any form of payment from motorists or road users,” advised “all motorists, drivers, and road users not to pay any cash or comply with any form of illegal levy imposed by these banned entities.”
He disclosed that “the Commissioner of Police and all relevant security agencies have been duly notified and directed to arrest and prosecute any individual or group found violating this directive.”
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17-year-old Nigerian Named World Best In English At 2025 TeenEagle Finals In London
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August 5, 2025By
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…Outperforms over 20,000 participants from 69 countries
Nafisa Aminu, a 17-year-old student of Tulip International College, Yobe State, has emerged world’s best in English at the 2025 TeenEagle Global Finals.
The 17-year-old was named the World Best in English Language Skills at the 2025 TeenEagle Global Finals held in London, United Kingdom.
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The TeenEagle competition is an internationally recognised contest that tests English proficiency, critical thinking, and communication skills, attracting students from both English-speaking and non-English-speaking nations.
Nafisa’s triumph was confirmed in a statement by the head of her family, Hassan Salifu, who attributed her success to “dedication, discipline, and the enabling support of the state government.”
Representing Nigeria, Nafisa outperformed over 20,000 participants from 69 countries, a historic feat that has thrust her into the global academic spotlight and brought honour to Nigeria.
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FG Promotes 30 Senior NCoS Officers To Assistant Controller General
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August 5, 2025By
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The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board has approved the promotion of 30 senior officers of the Nigerian Correctional Service to the rank of Assistant Controller General of Corrections.
The announcement was made in a press statement signed by the NCoS spokesperson Umar Abubakar, on Tuesday.
“The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board has approved the promotion of 30 Controllers of Corrections to the prestigious rank of Assistant Controller General of Corrections,” the statement read.
Abubakar noted that the promotions were made in line with CDCFIB’s commitment to “merit-based advancement, professional excellence, and the continuous strengthening of leadership within the Nigerian Correctional Service.”
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“Among the newly promoted officers are twenty-seven general duty officers who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, leadership, and operational competence in various formations across the country.
“In addition, three professional officers have also been elevated in recognition of their outstanding service and specialized contributions in the areas of Medical Laboratory Science, Nursing, and Public Health,” the statement read.
According to the statement, the promotion exercise was said to align with the ongoing reforms in the Service, a key part of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The statement credited the reform momentum to the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, whose efforts were described as “unwavering” and “unprecedented.”
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Controller General of Corrections, Sylvester Nwakuche, congratulated the newly promoted officers, charging them to rise to the responsibilities of their new roles.
“I urge them to redouble their effort to service delivery, strategic leadership, and the core mandates of reformation, rehabilitation, and reintegration of inmates,” he said.
He further stressed that the promotions are not merely rewards for past service but “a call to higher responsibility in line with global best practices in correctional management.”
“The Service remains committed to building a motivated, disciplined, and professional workforce capable of meeting the complex demands of modern corrections and public safety,” Nwakuche added.
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