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Makinde Announces 10% Allocation For Oyo Traditional Council
Governor Seyi Makinde of OYO State has announced that traditional rulers in the state will now receive 10% of the net allocations from local government areas. This increase, up from the previous allocation of 5%, aims to address long-standing complaints from traditional rulers across the country.
The Governor is therefore investigating the possibility of making the change via Executive Order and aims to implement the new allocation and start payments before the end of his first tenure.
The statement was issued by the Chief Press Secretary on behalf of the Governor’s 2023 Campaign Council during a meeting with traditional rulers in Egbeda Local Government, Ibadan.
The Governor also announced plans to expand the Olodo Bridge similar to the expansion of the General Gas Flyover in Akobo, while addressing party members and residents of the local government at Airport Junction, Ibadan.
In addition to the allocation for traditional rulers and the expansion of the Olodo Bridge, Governor Seyi Makinde announced plans to fix the road from Erunmu to Egbeda Junction as part of his rural development programs if elected as Governor in the forthcoming Governorshipe lection.
He went on to appreciate the people for their support for his administration and acknowledgement of his achievements so far. He also assured them that more development will be delivered under ‘Omituntun 2.0’ if he is re-elected as governor.
He said “I believe you are enjoying Omituntun 1.0. The massive infrastructure we are building in Egbeda, are you seeing them? Our interventions on the Ibadan Airport, are you seeing them? What about the scrapping of N3000 education levy and the distribution of textbooks and exercise books to our students? What about the creation of Amotekun, which has helped the security of our state? But everything you have seen so far, are nothing compared to what you will witness under Omituntun 2.0.”
“Just ensure that you vote for me and other PDP candidates in the National and State Assembly elections. You have done it before, you can do it again.”
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US Election: Davido Celebrates Voting For The First Time
Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, known as Davido, is thrilled to have cast his vote in the ongoing US elections, marking his first time of participating in an American election.
Born in Atlanta, Davido shared his excitement about the milestone.
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Sharing a picture of himself shortly after casting his vote, the singer wrote, “First time voter !! ”
Earlier, he shared a post on X urging Americans to go out and cast their votes peacefully.
“Election Day yall be safe as you perform your constitutional rights ❤️,” he wrote.
However, he refrained from publicly endorsing any candidate.
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JUST IN: Minors Freed By Nigerian Govt Arrive Presidential Villa
The minors who were just released by the Federal Government for their involvement in the end bad governance protest have arrived at the presidential villa, where they will meet briefly with government officials.
Recall that the Federal Government dropped the treason charges levelled against them for their participation in the protest that was held across the country.
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However, a source within the presidency confirmed that the governors of Kano and Kaduna States are already on ground to receive the minors and thereafter hand them over to their respective families.
The source also noted that the meeting will commence by 2pm at the Auditorium in the State House.
Following the directive of the President, Bola Tinubu on Monday, the office of the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, had early Tuesday morning, took over the case file and notified the Federal High Court in Abuja of his decision to discontinue the case against the protesters.
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US Election: Cardi B Expresses Nerves
Grammy-winning rapper, Cardi B has shared her intense feelings about the upcoming U.S. presidential election, admitting that her nerves are so high she feels as though she’s running for president herself.
With the election only a day away, Cardi B took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to express her anticipation, telling her 36 million followers, “I don’t know why I’m so nervous for tomorrow. I feel like I’m running for president.”
The Bronx-born rapper and cultural icon recently made headlines for her passionate endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic Party’s candidate, at a rally in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Friday. Speaking to a crowd of supporters, Cardi B gave a rousing speech, highlighting her concerns about the Republican Party’s candidate, former President Donald Trump. She criticized Trump’s stance on women’s rights, calling him “a hustler who is trying to hustle women out of their rights and hustle Americans out of their money.”
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The rapper, known for her outspoken political views, did not hold back, asserting that Trump is “selling more than watches and sneakers” and accusing him of promoting “bigotry, misogyny, division, chaos, and confusion.” Her words resonated with supporters, many of whom see Cardi B as a voice for younger voters who care about issues like women’s rights, racial equality, and social justice.
Addressing rumors circulating online, Cardi B also clarified that she was not paid to endorse Harris, dispelling speculation that financial incentives were behind her appearance at the rally. “I did this because I believe in the future that Kamala Harris stands for, not for any money,” she tweeted.
Cardi B has been vocal about her political stance throughout the election season, using her platform to encourage her fans to vote and make their voices heard. Her support for Harris has added significant star power to the Democratic campaign, especially among younger and minority voters. As the election approaches, her rally speech and social media statements have brought renewed attention to the high-stakes issues on the ballot.
With her passionate stance, Cardi B has become one of the most influential celebrity advocates in this election cycle, drawing both praise and criticism. As Americans prepare to vote, her message continues to reverberate across social media and beyond, emphasizing the rapper’s commitment to political engagement and advocacy for her beliefs.