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Osun SEC Approves Reviewed ICT, Tech Innovation Policies
Osun State appears set for new digital life as the State Executive Council (SEC) has approved newly reviewed policies on science, technology and innovations among other deliberations.
The SEC made the approval on Thursday, in Osogbo.
Biztellers reports that Osun had no state ICT policy nor policy framework on digital economy, until the advent of the Senator Ademola Adeleke administration.
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The Council also commenced deliberations on the proposed amendments to the state procurement act, designed to strengthen accountability and transparency in the legal and policy framework.
At a meeting presided over by Gov Adeleke which also gave nod to the state plan for Erin Ijesha and other tourism sites, the SEC received reports on the state of Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), which has increased over 100 percent compared to the previous administration.
The Council resolved to expand the state revenue base without increasing the burden on taxpayers and residents of the state.
While reviewing security reports across the local governments and area councils, the SEC further adopted various strategies to consolidate the status of Osun State as one of the most peaceful states of Nigeria.
The Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Osun State, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi who released major highlights of the SEC meeting in a statement further announced that several approvals were given for elevation of some chiefs and appointments of others.
He listed some of the newly appointed traditional rulers thus:
- Prince Ayodeji Imran Akintola, Alufa of Erin Oke in Oriade Local Government Area;
- Prince Odedire Augustine Olasoji, Obameri of Odin-Ife in Ede East Local Government Area;
- Prince Emmanuel Olugbemi Olowolagba, Olupoye of Ipoye-Ijesa in Atakunmosa West Local Government Area;
- Prince Sakariyah Akintunde Adéọlá, Olosuntedo of Osuntedo in Ejigbo South Local Council Development Area; and
- Prince Alade Lateef Olugbemi, Alabudo of Abudo in Egbedore Local Government.
Some other traditional rulers were elevated as follows: Baale Alutierin-Ife, Baale of Elegberun-Ife, Baale of Kunle Sijuade-Ife, Baale of Omisade-Ife, Baale of Ogidan-Ife, (Ife Traditional Council) Olusaga of Saga (Atakunmosa West Local Government), Alajebamidele of Ajebamidele-Ijesa (Atakunmosa East and Baale of Agunbelewo (Osogbo Local Government) to Part in (Recognized status of the Chief’s Law, Cap 25, Laws of the Osun State, 2002.
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has inaugurated a 12-member committee tasked with recovering government vehicles reportedly in private hands.
The committee, led by Kelly Okungbowa, has been given a two-week mandate to retrieve the vehicles and ensure their return to the state government.
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Speaking during the inauguration ceremony in Benin City, Governor Okpebholo emphasized the importance of accountability in the management of public resources.
He urged the committee to carry out its assignment thoroughly and within the bounds of the law.
In his response, Okungbowa expressed gratitude to the governor for entrusting the team with the assignment, vowing to deliver results within the stipulated timeframe.
“A lot of vehicles used by the past administration are missing, as those in custody of the vehicles have refused to return them,” Okungbowa said.
“The governor deemed it fit to inaugurate us today with a mandate to recover all government vehicles in private hands.”
The committee, which includes representatives from Edo’s three senatorial districts, is set to investigate and recover the vehicles based on credible intelligence already at their disposal.
“We already have vital information regarding some persons still holding government vehicles,” Okungbowa stated. “We will do the job according to the law, and both the government and the people will be satisfied with the outcome.”
He also called on members of the public to assist the committee by providing information about any government vehicles that may still be in private possession.
“We want to appeal to members of the public who might be aware of anyone still keeping government vehicles in their houses to please inform us to enable the committee to recover such for the Edo State Government,” Okungbowa said.
The committee’s vice chairman, Rt. Hon. Victor Edoror, a former Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, will work alongside other members to ensure the success of the initiative. The public can reach the committee at 08110165121.
To address Nigeria’s ₦9.7 trillion budget deficit for the 2024 fiscal year, the Senate has approved President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s request to secure a ₦1.77 trillion ($2.2 billion) loan.
The decision was made during Thursday’s plenary session, where a voice vote confirmed the approval following the presentation of a report by the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debts.
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Chaired by Senator Wammako Magatarkada (APC, Sokoto North), the committee endorsed the loan request as a vital step in managing the country’s fiscal challenges.
Recall that President Tinubu had submitted the proposal earlier in the week, outlining the loan as a crucial component of his administration’s external borrowing strategy.
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Simon Ekpa, a Finnish citizen of Nigerian descent, has been arrested by Finnish authorities on allegations of inciting terrorist activities.
The Päijät-Häme District Court ordered his detention following an incident that reportedly occurred in Lahti on August 23, 2021.
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The Finnish National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) is also seeking the arrest of four other individuals in connection with the case. Officials say the charges involve public incitement to commit crimes with terrorist intent.
“The detention demands are related to a preliminary investigation in which a Finnish citizen of Nigerian descent, born in the 1980s, is suspected of public incitement to commit a crime with terrorist intent,” the police said in a statement.
Details regarding the additional suspects or the specifics of the alleged crimes remain unclear as the investigation continues. Authorities have emphasized the sensitive nature of the case, stating that further information will be disclosed as the inquiry progresses.
This development marks a significant step in Finland’s efforts to combat terrorism and ensure public safety.
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