Opinion/Feature
Sensitization Team Calls For Resuscitation Of APC In Obokun, Oriade
By KOLA OLABISI.
The Osun State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sooko Tajudeen Lawal, has bemoaned the current state of the party in Obokun and Oriade Local Government Council Areas of the state, observing the urgent need for its revitalization in the constituencies.
Lawal made the remark when he led the party’s sensitization team from the state to the two local government councils on Thursday stated that his observation pointed to the fact that all the stakeholders of the party need a lot of reconciliation job to do before life can be injected into the party in the areas.
The state APC chairman tasked the leaders of the party in the two local government councils to take charge with a view to dispassionately discharging their leadership roles in order for the party to move ahead.
He explained that it would not be in the best interest of the party for its stakeholders in the affected local government council areas to be pretending that all is well with the party in the areas.
In Obokun, the state party chairman who led the team comprising of the state Secretary of the party, Alhaji Alao Olabisi Kamoru; the state Treasurer, Hon Femi Kujembola; the other state executive officers of the party and some other stakeholders of the party in the state, told the feuding leaders of the party to sink their differences in the overall interest of the party and the members.
He tasked the leaders of the party in the two local government councils to urgently reach out to the disenchanted members of the party in their respective area and embark on reconciliation mission that would assuage the youths, the women, members and supporters of the party.
Lawal disclosed that whoever wants to reap from the party must be prepared to prove his mettle by working assiduously for it as the era of imposition of candidates in the party has been consigned into the dustbin of history.
He enjoined all the stakeholders of the party to come together and imbibe the spirit of love, forgiveness, dedication with a view to working together for the party as a team.
In Lawal’s words, “If truly we profess to love the party, it’s incumbent on all the stakeholders to shop for all available means to attract unity and oneness into it as no venture can thrive in a rancorous environment.
“A house divided against itself will find it difficult to stand. Put an end to the self-destruction of our dear party to enable us return to the Bola Ige House, Abere, in 2026.
“The leaders should be transparent and run an all-inclusive administration of the party from the unit to the state level in the overall interest of the party, the members and supporters”, the state APC chairman counselled.
Earlier, some of the designated stakeholders of the party in the two local government council areas had stated the state and challenges facing the party in their respective constituency.
OLABISI, Osun State APC Director of Media and Information wrote from Osogbo
Opinion/Feature
Downstream Deregulation: Between Obasanjo’s Half-measures And Tinubu’s Bold Leadership
Opinion/Feature
UNCOMMON SCHOLAR, EXCEPTIONAL ADMINISTRATOR: MY TRIBUTE TO PROF. OLOYEDE AT 70
By President Bola Tinubu
As Professor Ishaq Oloyede turns 70 tomorrow, October 10, I pay a special tribute to this astute administrator, educator, author, and scholar, currently the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Registrar.
As the former Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Oloyede’s invaluable contributions to the nation through academia and public-sector administration have significantly impacted the academic community.
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His impactful tenure at the University of Ilorin, during which he introduced landmark ideas and innovations that helped the institution attain enviable heights, is on record.
Through patriotic dedication and commitment to his craft, Prof Oloyede imparted knowledge and character to thousands of students who underwent his teaching during his glorious and impactful academic career.
Indeed, the bedrock of development lies in education. Developing nations, including Nigeria, are in dire need of more scholars like Prof. Oloyede. His selfless sacrifices and innovative approaches to learning and leadership give hope for a brighter future.
Perhaps more remarkable is Prof. Oloyede’s transformative leadership at JAMB. He pioneered and sustained a series of reforms and technological innovations that have made the admission process in Nigeria transparent and credible.
In his eight years of stewardship at the board, thus far, Prof. Oloyede has demonstrated an uncommon commitment to financial integrity and accountability in public service. He has also raised the bar in administration and management.
I am proud of Prof. Oloyede’s accomplishments.
The nation owes the Professor of Islamic Jurisprudence a debt of gratitude for transforming JAMB, traditionally a non-revenue-generating government agency, into a consistent contributor to the national treasury through efficient financial management. His contributions to JAMB are invaluable and greatly appreciated.
On this occasion of his 70th birthday, I join members of the academic community, students, JAMB staff, and well-wishers in celebrating this scholar who, in words and deeds, has also done a lot to propagate the Islamic religion.
I pray that Almighty Allah will continue to honour the distinguished professor with health, wisdom and strength to serve the nation for many more years.
Opinion/Feature
Clarification On NNPCL Refinery Operations
By Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri PhD
My attention has been drawn to statements made by Engr. Kamoru Busari, Director of Upstream in the Ministry of Petroleum Resources, who represented me at a recent conference in Lagos. I wish to categorically state that the claim that I directed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to stop running its own refineries and focus solely on equity participation in other refineries is false. This does not represent my position as Minister overseeing the oil sector, nor does it reflect the stance of the Federal Government.
It is important to clarify that NNPCL is a company governed under the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA), with a functional board and management. The Ministry of Petroleum Resources does not control or run NNPCL, as it operates independently like any corporate entity.
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The oil and gas sector is fully deregulated, and the Nigerian government remains committed to promoting in-country refining. We encourage companies, including NNPCL, to operate independently, following global best practices. While we provide strategic guidance, we do not interfere directly in the operations of these companies.
I reaffirm our commitment to supporting the growth and independence of NNPCL, ensuring that its operations are in line with international standards for efficiency and transparency and profitability.
Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri PhD, Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Oil), wrote from Abuja, Nigeria