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HRM, Soun of Ogbomoso Debunks Rumours of Killings, Says Hoodlums Attacked Palace Unprovoked
By Eric Elezuo
The Soun of Ogbomosoland, His Royal Majesty, Oladunni Oyewunmi Ajagungbade III, JP, CON, CFR, has debunked the rumours making the rounds that some persons were killed in the palace when hoodlums and thugs invaded the traditional seat, causing untold mayhem and destruction.
The Paramount ruler, had in a statement signed by his Principal Secretary, Mr Toyin Ajamu, refuted fake information of attacks by palace staff against a group of marauding invaders, who stormed the palace on Sunday, October 11, 2020, without provocation, wrecking havoc, and leaving behind tales of sorrow.
In the statement, the Soun has dismissed as unfortunate, a report by an online medium (Not The Boss) of killings credited to the palace, saying no such thing happened, and that the palace watched without retaliating as the thugs damaged everything within sight. He further advised media practitioners to “get their facts right when reporting sensitive matters such as this ugly incident”.
The Soun was also emphatical when he stressed that whatever dead bodies that were seen in trending photos online, were brought into the palace by the hoodlums.
“The dead bodies being circulated on social media were brought into the palace by the hoodlums to cause confusion and justify the attack on the palace,” the Soun said.
It would be recalled that on Sunday, October 11, 2020, some people, who the palace described as hoodlums and miscreants, who has disguised as protesters against the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), had invaded the palace and caused wanton destruction of palace property including cars, furniture, buildings and whatever that was within sight, just as the palace stood aside and watched without as much as preventing or raising a finger in defence, ostensibly on the orders of the peace loving traditional ruler.
The show of shame, according to the statement took place in the presence of some prominent indigenes of the town including the Kabiye, his chiefs and some subjects such as the Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Mr. Sunday Dare.
“Contrary to the fake news being disseminated on social media, we state categorically that despite the needless provocations and ill-treatment meted out to the royal household during the violent attack on the palace, the Paramount ruler and his household did not retaliate,” the statement clarified, adding that the devastation was total as the Marauder’s gained unhindered access to every corner of the palace including the throne, offices and sleeping rooms.
While prevailing on the appropriate authorities to investigate the attack towards bringing perpetrators to justice, the statement maintained that the nonagenarian Oba is a “strong advocate of peace and unity, which is evident in the robust development Ogbomosoland and its environs have witnessed over the forty-seven years of his reign.”
The Oba, who had a day earlier received and addressed genuine and legitimate protesters embarking on protest, also demanded a thorough investigation into the killing of Jimoh Isiaka, an indigene of Ogbomoso, and others during the protest.
He further expressed his appreciation to as many that has visited or called in to ask after his well-being and that of his family and staff after the attack.
Below is a copy of His Majesty’s letter:
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Tinubu Presents N47.9trn 2025 Appropriation Bill to NASS
President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, presented the proposed 2025 federal budget to a joint session of the National Assembly.
The N47.9 trillion budget saw a whopping N3.5 trillion allocated to the education sector.
Other sectors that got higher allocations include defence and security – N4.91tn, infrastructure – N4.06tn and health – N2.4tn.
“It is with great pleasure that I lay before this distinguished joint session of the National Assembly, the 2025 Budget of the National Assembly of Nigeria titled, ‘The Restoration Budget’ security peace, building prosperity,” Tinubu said as he concluded his 30-minute presentation at 1:10pm.
This budget highlights the government’s focus on improving education, healthcare, and infrastructure, in line with its ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ aimed at boosting the economy and addressing key national priorities.
The live broadcast of the budget presentation today revealed the government’s plans for the next fiscal year. With a strong emphasis on human capital development, the president highlighted the budget’s commitment to improving the nation’s economic foundation.
Education sector receives major funding
A significant portion of the 2025 budget is dedicated to education, with N3.5 trillion allocated to the sector. President Tinubu stated that part of this funding would be directed toward infrastructure development, including support for Universal Basic Education (UBEC) and the establishment of nine new higher educational institutions.
“We have made provision for N826.90 billion for infrastructural development in the education sector,” Tinubu said.
This allocation aims to improve educational facilities and support ongoing efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s educational system.
Focus on human capital development
During the presentation, the president emphasized the importance of investing in Nigeria’s human capital. “Human capital development, our people are our greatest resource. That is why we are breaking record investment in education, healthcare, our social services,” he remarked.
Tinubu also pointed to the N34 billion already disbursed through the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to assist over 300,000 students.
The budget includes continued investments in healthcare and social services as part of the broader goal of enhancing the quality of life for Nigerians.
Strengthening the economy and national security
Tinubu highlighted that the 2025 budget is designed to build a robust economy while addressing critical sectors necessary for growth and security.
“This budget reflects the huge commitment to strengthening the foundation of a robust economy, while addressing the critical sectors essential for the growth and development we envision; and secure our nation,” he said.
The budget aims to tackle key challenges and foster long-term economic stability by prioritizing infrastructure and development in key sectors.
Healthcare and social services allocations
In addition to education, Tinubu focused on the allocation for healthcare and social services. The government plans to increase investments in healthcare infrastructure and services to ensure broader access to essential healthcare for Nigerians.
These investments are part of the administration’s strategy to improve overall living conditions and enhance public health across the country.
President Tinubu’s proposed 2025 budget is said to reflect the administration’s commitment to achieving its development objectives, with a focus on economic growth, human capital development, and infrastructure improvement.
As the National Assembly reviews the budget, the president reiterated his administration’s resolve to address the nation’s most pressing needs.
Source: Nairametrics
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Ghana’s President-elect Mahama Visits Tinubu in Abuja
Ghana’s President-Elect, Dr. John Dramani Mahama, a courtesy visit to President Bola Tinubu at his residence, Presidential Villa, State House on Monday.
Mahama won 56 percent of the votes in this month’s presidential election, compared to the ruling party candidate and Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, who secured 41 percent.
The landslide comeback for former president Mahama ended eight years in power for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) under President Nana Akufo-Addo, whose last term was marked by Ghana’s worst economic turmoil in years, an IMF bailout and a debt default.
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I Stand by What I Said, Kemi Badenoch Replies VP Shettima
The leader of the United Kingdom’s Conservative Party, Kemi Badenoch, has lashed back at Vice President Kashim Shettima over the latter’s reaction to her comments about Nigeria.
Badenoch was born in the UK in 1980 to Nigerian Yoruba parents.
Badenoch, who attained age 16 in Nigeria before departing the country for the UK where she was elected Conservative Party’s leader, described Nigeria as a nation brimming with thieving politicians and insecurity.
However, Shettima, while speaking at the 10th Annual Migration Dialogue at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday, December 9, 2024, accused Badenoch of “denigrating her country of origin” with her remarks.
The vice-president listed influential people whose families had migrated to other countries, commending former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak as a “brilliant young man who never denigrated his nation of ancestry.”
Reacting on Wednesday, Badenoch lashed back at Shettima, saying she doesn’t do “PR for Nigeria”.
Her spokesperson, as the Tory leader, according to UK Express, said: “Kemi is not interested in doing Nigeria’s PR; she is the Leader of the Opposition in the UK.
“She tells the truth; she tells it like it is; she isn’t going to couch her words. She stands by what she said.”
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