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Ex-Ondo Military Governor Is Dead

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3 months ago

December 20, 2022

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Erstwhile Ondo State Military Governor, Brigadier-General Sunday Esi Tuoyo, is dead.

Tuoyo, who governed the South West state between 1978 and 1979 during the military regime of General Olusegun Obasanjo, died at the age of 84.

In a statement on Tuesday signed by his media aide, Richard Olatunde, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo state lamented the demise of the former Military Administrator. Akeredolu said the late Tuoyo was one of the pillars of the state who nurtured the old Ondo state, comprising the present Ondo and Ekiti states, into sustainable development. He said Tuoyo’s demise has again marked the depletion of the generation of founding leaders of Ondo State, whose period in the state was remarkable and phenomenal.

Akeredolu described his death as a monumental loss for the country, having served the country meritoriously, with commitment and unwavering desire for a better society.

The statement reads: “We received the news of the passing of Brigadier-General Tuoyo with grief and sadness. On behalf of the good people of Ondo State, I want to express my heartfelt condolences to the family of our departed Elder Statesman. He was a national asset, who made his mark in the service of his country. “ The Late Brigadier-General Tuoyo served as Military Administrator of the old Ondo State from July 1978 to October 1979, during the military regime of General Olusegun Obasanjo.

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“Born in 1938, the retired Brigadier-General Tuoyo handed over the reins of governance to Pa Micheal Adekunle Ajasin, also of blessed memory, as Governor of old Ondo State.

“Undoubtedly, his displayed patriotism, as well as a personal commitment to the democratic process that led to the handing over the rein of power to the first democratically elected Governor in Old Ondo State were very fascinating. He gave his all, with passion and total commitment. “We acknowledge his contributions to the development of Ondo State and the country at large. His principled stance and candor stood him out as a gentlemanly officer, who deployed his God-given wisdom for the progress of the country.

“Our consolation as he departed us, remains his footprints on the democratic path, where he served as a veritable and supportive pillar. We pray God Almighty to grant the departed eternal rest and sustained the family he left behind.”

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

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4 days ago

March 26, 2023

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Diya

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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6 days ago

March 24, 2023

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BREAKING: Adeleke Freezes Osun Accounts , Reverses Appointments After Swearing In As Governor

Governor Adeleke

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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7 days ago

March 23, 2023

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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.