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Buhari, Abiodun, Sanwo-Olu Eulogise Shonekan

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Buhari, Abiodun, Sanwo-Olu Eulogise Shonekan
R-L: President Buhari; Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun during a condolence visit to the family of the former Head of the Interim National Government, the late Chief Ernest Shonekan at his Ikoyi residence.

President Muhammadu Buhari, Ogun State governor, Dapo Abiodun and his Lagos State counterpart, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, have eulogised former Head of the Interim National Government (ING) and elder statesman, the late Ernest Shonekan, for being an astute administrator who held the country together while at the helm.

In their separate remarks at the Christian Wake and Night of Tributes for the late Shonekan held at the Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Thursday, they hailed the late Egba High Chief for being a patriotic Nigerian while alive.

President Buhari attributed Nigeria’s stability to the role played by the late Shonekan who offered to serve at the most trying time in the history of the nation.

Represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, Buhari recalled that Chief Shonekan upon taking up the mantle of leadership as Head of the Interim National Government after the annulment of the June 12 election, released political detainees and established the Nigeria Economic Summit to chart the path of economic growth for the country.

READ ALSO: Buhari Visits Shonekan’s Family In Lagos

The president noted that though old and weak, the late Shonekan attended most of the economic summits and meetings on wheelchair even to his last days, saying “that was an indication that he loved and wanted the best for the country”.

Buttressing the president’s position, Governor Dapo in his tributes, described the late nationalist as a proud son of Ogun State who through his achievements both as a board room guru and a statesman brought honour to the state.

Chief Shonekan, according to the governor, played a stabilizing role in the nation’s polity, saying he was an embodiment of humility and integrity whose wise counsel would be missed.

Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on his part said the late ING Head was a role model who became the Managing Director of United Africa Company (UAC) at the age of 40 years, a feat which was unprecedented.

According to him, Shonekan was a courageous man who did his best to stabilise the nation, noting that “he was a wise, calm and mature statesman and a tireless patriot who served his country until the end.”

Also , a friend of the late statesman, Chief Olusegun Oshunkeye, said Shonekan was a consummate board room guru who lived a life of service to God and humanity.

On his part, Chief Philip Asiodu, described the deceased as a tested, astute administrator who was approachable during his life time.

 

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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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