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Abiodun Swears In New Attorney-General For Ogun

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Abiodun Swears In New Attorney-General For Ogun

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has charged the new Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Oluwasina Ogungbade, to provide the right leadership and also come up with innovative ways of improving on the administration of justice in the state.

Abiodun made this call in his office after swearing in the Senior Advocate-designate as a member of the state Executive Council.

“l will urge you to provide the right kind of leadership for the Ministry of Justice and come up with innovative ways of improving the delivery and administration of justice in our dear state. Let me be quick to inform you that there is little or no time for settling down. You have to roll up your sleeves to commence work immediately.

“I agree that you have established yourself in private practice, like most of us in this administration, but I must also let you know that I do not envy your role here. It is a different ball game in the public sector. Your position, going forward, puts you at a very challenging threshold, and if you like call it crossroads, in our quest to have a virile, disciplined, morally upright, peaceful and secure society, built on inclusiveness, accountability, fairness, equity, transparency, justice, and, obedience to rule of law. You are now a professional in politics”, the governor said.

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He noted Ogungabde, might have the requisite skills as a solicitor and atvocate but he needs more than “intellectual endowments to drive the process as a decorated legal draftsman and well-grounded solicitor in a manner that will ensure a better future for all the good people, investors and those whose paths might cross Ogun State through your office in collaboration with other Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs)”.

He reminded the new attorney-general that the state is a trail-blazing state in law, having produced more Senior Advocates in the country than “many other states combined; we have produced everything possible in the practice of law, first lawyer, first and second Senior Advocates of Nigeria, first female Senior Advocate, first indigenous High Court judge, first indigenous Chief Justice of Nigeria and a Court of the International Justice at the Hague.”

According to Gov. Abiodun, the Ministry of Justice is vital towards the attainment of the vision of his administration to create an enabling environment for public private sector partnership .He added that he would continue to do all he could to support the judiciary

The state governor who also noted that his administration would continue to support other arms of government, added that his administration would continue to uphold the principles of separation of powers.

” As an administration, let me ensure the good people of Ogun State of our unwavering commitment to uphold the principles of separation of powers and noninterference.

“We will therefore continue to support, cooperate and respect other arms of government as co-travellers in this democratic process. All we ask is the continued cooperation of our people, their support and prayers at all times,” he said.

READ ALSO: Abiodun Swears In 18th Head Of Service

While adding that his administration remains committed to the wholesome development of the state and total fulfillment of his electoral promise to the people of the state, Abiodun noted that his administration would continue to strive to fulfill its electoral promise.

In her remarks, the Chief Judge of Ogun State, Justice Mosunmola Dipeolu while charging the new attorney-general to build on what is on ground as well as bring his own ideas, assured the govenor that he would not be disappointed with the appointment.

While appreciating the governor for the honour to serve the state of his birth, Ogungbade assured the governor and the people of the state that he would do his utmost best towards the overall development of the state.

 

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BREAKING: Abacha’s Ex-chief Of Staff Oladipo Diya Dies

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Retired Lt.General Donaldson Oladipo Oyeyinka Diya, the former Chief of Staff in General Sani Abacha’s military government, is dead.

His death was confirmed by Prince Oyesinmilola Diya. He said the former military administrator of Ogun State passed on to glory in the early hours of 26th March 2023.

Born on the 3rd of April, 1944, Diya was military Governor of Ogun State after the Buhari-Idiagbon coup of December 31st, 1983.

Diya joined the Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna and fought during the Nigerian Civil War.

He later attended the US Army School of Infantry, the Command and Staff College, Jaji (1980–1981) and the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru.

While serving in the military, Diya studied law at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, where he obtained an LLB degree, and then at the Nigerian Law School, where he was called to bar as Solicitor and Advocate of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.

He held other top military posts like GOC, 82 Division and finally the Chief of General Staff (military Vice President) to Gen Sani Abacha

The statement read: “On behalf of the entire Diya family home and abroad; we announce the passing on to Glory of our dear Husband,Father, Grandfather,brother, Lt- General Donaldson Oladipo Oyeyinka Diya (Rtd) GCON, LLB, BL, PSC, FSS, mni.

“Our dear Daddy passed onto glory in the early hours of 26th March 2023. Please keep us in your prayers as we mourn his demise in this period. Further announcements will be made public in due course.

“Barrister Prince Oyesinmilola Diya, on behalf of the family.”

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Breaking: Appeal Court Retains Adeleke As Osun Governor

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BREAKING: Adeleke Freezes Osun Accounts , Reverses Appointments After Swearing In As Governor
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The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has vacated the tribunal judgement that nullified the election of Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State.

The appellate court, in a unanimous decision by a three-member panel of Justices, on Friday held that the appeal Adeleke lodged to challenge his sack by the Osun State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, was meritorious.

Aside from setting aside the judgement of the tribunal, the court, in its lead judgement that was delivered by Justice Mohammed Lawal, awarded N500, 000 cost against the All Progressive Congress, APC, and its candidate, Gboyega Oyetola

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BREAKING: PDP Suspends Anyim, Fayose

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Anyim and Fayose

Former governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose; former president of the Senate, Pius Anyim; Prof Dennis Ityavyar and Aslam Aliyu were on Thursday suspended from the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP).

The PDP made the suspension on Thursday after an extensive review of the affairs of the party, pursuant to the provisions of the PDP Constitution (as amended in 2017).

The PDP also referred the Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, to the National Disciplinary Committee over his reported involvement in anti-party activities.

This was disclosed in a statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba.

“The PDP urges all leaders, critical stakeholders and teeming members of our party across the country to remain united and focused at this critical time,” the statement added.

 

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