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Festus Akingbaso, a member of the Idanre/Ifedore Constituency’s House of Representatives, who also served as the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) deputy governor in the 2024 election, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC).

At the Thursday event in Idanre, Akingbaso’s teeming supporters and loyalists also defected with him.

Akingbaso was applauded for the decision by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, who was represented by his deputy, Olayide Adelami, at the reception.

Due to the Court of Appeal decision confirming Governor Aiyedatiwa’s victory in 2024, Adelami described the defection as “divinely ordained.”

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Ade Adetimehin, the APC chairman in Ondo State, stated that Idanre and Ifedore are now running for the APC as a result of the federal lawmaker’s and his supporters leaving.

Adetimehin urged people to support President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which aims to bring comfort to the average person.

Aiyedatiwa thanked Governor Aiyedatiwa for taking the lead in the state and placing a high priority on the welfare of the state’s citizens during his address.

He stated that he had chosen to support the governor in bringing governance to the people.

A vote of confidence was cast in President Tinubu’s administration by Chief of Staff to former governor Olusegun Mimiko, who spoke on behalf of the defectors.

Ademujimi applauded Governor Ayedatiwa’s enormous accomplishments in every sector of the state.

Atiku Abubakar, the former vice president and the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) candidate for president in 2023, Paul Ibe, the media adviser, addressed a popular video of Atiku making the rounds on social media.

The former vice president was heard expressing confidence in his presidential ambitions in the video.

However, Ibe stated in a statement that the footage in question should not be taken out of context and that it was not recent and should not be taken out of context in a statement released via his official X account (previously Twitter).

Ibe wrote that “Atiku’s older video is being used for mischief.”

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He clarified that the video was shot in the course of Atiku’s press conference and not as a response to any upcoming political decisions or announcements.

Atiku Abubakar, the former vice president of Nigeria (1999-2007), addressed journalists ahead of the PDP presidential primary in 2023.

He explained that he sounded confident because that is what one person expects from a man who has worked hard and is optimistic about winning the election in 2023.

Ibe urged viewers to avoid intentionally spreading false information, and emphasized the importance of putting the video in context.

He continued, “It is crucial to provide the context of this video to prevent mischief makers from misrepresenting what this video is all about.”

PRESS ELEASE

The old video of Atiku is being used for a Mischief is occurring in Atiku’s video.

Yes, Atiku Abubakar, the former vice president of Nigeria from 1999 to 2007, addressed journalists before the 2023 PDP presidential primary. Because of what was expected of a man with a picture, he sounded confident. twitter.com/AuAV2bFHN2

On the PDP’s platform, Atiku Abubakar placed second behind All Progressives Congress (APC) President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who won the election for president in 2023.

The Federal Government’s plans for a state-by-state homeownership and housing development campaign, a collaborative initiative with state governments, private developers, and development partners, were unveiled in a major announcement by the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, in an effort to close policy execution gaps at sub-national levels.

He laid out the strategy as he opened the 19th edition of the Abuja-based Africa International Housing Show (AIHS), confirming the Federal Government’s commitment under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s “renewed hope agenda” to address the country’s housing crisis with bold, inclusive, and novel reforms.

The Minister stated that “we will embed housing reform champions in state governments, convene State Housing Roundtables, and provide hands-on support to build viable housing projects and unlock financing opportunities.”

In his opening address to a gathering of ministers, lawmakers, members of parliament, ambassadors, development partners, housing professionals, financial institutions, and leaders from the private sector from across Africa and beyond, Dangiwa emphasized that, despite expanding housing supply efforts, affordability continues to be the biggest obstacle to homeownership on the continent.

“Millions of families across Africa are still unable to purchase decent homes despite having access to them. The Minister stated that this administration is “building houses” and that it is also working to lay the foundations for a truly affordable and sustainable housing system for Nigerians both now and in the future.

He cited the three-tier Renewed Hope Housing Programme of the Federal Government as the blueprint for delivering affordable housing across the country. It consists of Renewed Hope Cities, Renewed Hope Estates, and Renewed Hope Social Housing Estates.

According to him, to date, public-private partnerships (PPPs) have been used to fund significant urban housing developments, bringing in more than 70 billion dollars.

The Minister also praised the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria’s (FMBN)’s (FMBN) key initiatives, including the MOFI Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF), which will expand access to long-term mortgage loans at affordable rates, as well as the Rent-to-Own Scheme and Rental Assistance Product, which are designed to relieve housing pressure on urban workers and young families.

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According to the UN-Habitat Global Action Plan and the Addis Declaration on Inclusive Urban Development, “no one and no place is left behind,” he further reiterated the ministry’s commitment to urban renewal and slum upgrades.

Dangiwa urged development finance organizations, donor organizations, and the private sector to work with the Federal Government to turn shared knowledge gained at conferences like AIHS into tangible outcomes for Nigerians.

On Thursday, the government of Katsina State decried the State’s recent resurgence of banditry and blaming local governments for failing to support the State’s ongoing fight against insecurity.

Nasiru Mu’azu Danmusa, the state’s director of internal security and home affairs, made this known during a press conference held at the press center for the Katsina government.

Danmusa insisted that communities must support the government and security agencies in order to win the war, calling banditry a “community-driven issue” that needed to be addressed.

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He therefore urged the residents to cooperate and share crucial information that will enable the arrest of criminals who threaten the peace.

The commissioner assured us that any information shared would be kept completely confidential.

He further instructed locals to pray even more for God’s return to peace.

The commissioner reiterated the government’s desire to keep town hall residents informed of their obligations and obligations.

Any person’s support, regardless of their differences, is welcomed. Local support is required to combat panditry. The conflict is largely ambushed to the brim.

Omotenioye Majekodunmi has been appointed the new Director-General of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC), according to President Bola Tinubu.

Nkiruka Madueke, the agency’s pioneering head, was replaced by Majekodunmi in June 2024 by the President.

Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga made her appointment in a statement released on Thursday.

With more than 17 years of experience, Makodunmi has extensive experience working with national and international institutions on climate governance, carbon markets, and renewable energy.

She previously served as the NCCC’s financial adviser and has played a significant role in shaping Nigeria’s climate policies and engagements abroad, he continued.

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Omotenioye Majekodunmi is the director-general of the National Council on Climate Change, according to President Tinubu. https://twitter.com/htrNBLAZ4o

Onanuga praised Madueke for her tireless service and solid foundation for the council’s continued expansion, according to President Tinubu.

The Tinubu administration’s commitment to combating climate change is reiterated in the statement’s title, “Majekodunmi’s appointment confirms the administration’s commitment to doing so in order to promote both environmental sustainability, national security, and social inclusion.”

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Press release from STATEHOUSE

OMOTENIOYE MAJEKODUNMI IS THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON CLIMATE CHANGE. PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS OMOTENIOYE MAJEKODUNMI AS DIRECTOR-GENERAL OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL.

The National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) has been appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as its new director general.

She succeeds Dr. Nkiruka Madueke, the Council’s original leader, as appointed by the President in June 2024.

With more than 17 years of experience, Mrs. Majekodunmi, a climate finance expert and environmental lawyer, has collaborated extensively with international and national organizations on climate governance, carbon markets, and renewable energy.

She played a significant role in shaping Nigeria’s climate policies and international engagements before becoming the NCCC’s financial advisor.

The President acknowledges Dr. Nkiruka Madueke’s devoting service and solid foundation for the Council’s continued expansion by her stepping-dead director-general.

The Tinubu administration’s commitment to addressing climate change is reiterated by Majekodunmi’s appointment as both a necessary for environmental protection and a key driver of social inclusion, national security, and environmental sustainability.

Five people were confirmed dead on Thursday in Lagos, and two others were hurt in two traffic accidents, according to the Lekki-Epe Expressway.

The accident took place at Abijo Bus Stop, under the pedestrian bridge, inward the Epe corridor, according to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA).

It explained that a Mitsubishi pickup truck with the registration number AKD 733 JM lost control and crashed into a stationary Craneburg Construction Company equipment while it was lawfully parked and was moving at dangerous speeds.

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Four occupants, three men and one woman, were killed, according to the agency, whose bodies were found lifeless at the scene of the collision.

Three additional female occupants were successfully saved from the wreckage, according to LASTMA’s operatives.

Additionally, it stated that the survivors’ bodies were quickly stabilized and transferred to nearby medical facilities for urgent care and evaluation.

A Toyota Escort Jeep, which was traveling inward Bogije along the same Lekki-Epe Expressway at top speed, collided with a parked Dangote truck overnight, according to the agency.

The SUV driver was killed in the collision, and two other passengers, who were severely injured and trapped inside the crushed car, were expertly extracted after a delicate rescue operation by LASTMA personnel.

Both survivors were immediately taken into custody of officers from the Elemoro Police Division, according to LASTMA’s Director, Adebayo Taofiq, who ensured their prompt transport to medical facilities for life-saving intervention.

He cited Olalekan Bakare-Oki, the general manager of LASTMA, as saying that the accidents were a terrible tragedy and could have been avoided.

In this agonizing time of unfathomable loss and suffering, we show our support for the families of the victims. According to Bakare-Oki, it is our sincere prayer that the Almighty will give them the strength to endure these irreparable losses.

Additionally, the GM issued a warning to all drivers to abstain from dangerous driving, particularly excessive speeding, which he claimed is still one of the most pervasive infractions causing fatalities on the road.

“These incredibly depressing events serve as grim reminders of the catastrophic repercussions of the willful violation of established speed laws.”

To prevent such tragedies, the Lagos State government has made significant investments in traffic control infrastructure, including high-visibility furniture and speed limiters.