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Monarchs laud lawmaker for quality representation

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The Owa of Idanre Kingdom, Oba Fredrick Aroloye IV and the traditional ruler of Mariwo in Ifedore Local Government Area, Oba Julius Aluko, have lauded Rep. Tajudeen Adefisoye for quality representation of his people.

The duo gave the commendation at an event organised by the member, representing Idanre/Ifedore Federal Constituency on Wednesday in Idanre.

The Owa of Idanre Kingdom, Oba Fredrick Aroloye, said Adefisoye had performed very well in just one year.

He appreciated the federal lawmaker for initiating and completing the renovation of his palace in addition to the financial aid he give to market women in Idanre.

“Adefisoye has started very well and he is doing very well. I am proud of him for the renovation work in my palace.

“He invited me to an event in which grants were given to some market women in Idanre.

“Although, we want him to still help us with our roads. Above all, he has really done well and I am certain that he will still do much more,” he said.

Also, the traditional ruler of Mariwo in Ifedore Local Government Area,
Oba Julius Aluko also thanked Adefisoye for not forgetting his community since he became their representative in the green chamber.

The monarch, however, solicited the assistance of Adefisoye in the area of electricity transformer and construction of road which were the primary needs of the community.

“Hon. Adefisoye has not forgotten us since he was elected as our representative. We thank him for this.

“But, it is important I call his attention to our primary needs in this community which are road, electricity transformer and school. He should please help us to achieve this,” he said.

Similarly, an elderly constituent, Mr Fasomoyin Abiodun, also thanked Adefisoye for the award of scholarships to 131 students and for the financial empowerment of market women.

He also praised the lawmaker for the donation of motorcycles and cars to some people in his constituency.

Responding, Adefisoye said he was happy to have been given the opportunity to represent his constituency in which he had been trying his best to bring more development.

Adefisoye said although, his primary responsibility was to make laws for the people but the reality of endless needs in his constituency had made it necessary to bring relief and development to his people.

The lawmaker listed some of his achievements to include the facilitation of federal employment opportunities and the construction of a police station at Ero in Ifedore Local Government Area.

Others are; the facilitation of private cassava processing plant in Idanre, cash donation to General Hospital in Idanre to offset medical bills and repair of faulty boreholes and sinking of new ones under the scheme ‘Operation Keep The Tap Running’.

Adefisoye, however, vowed not to stop doing the good work he had started with the continued support of his people.

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TCN Acknowledges 7th Grid Collapse in 2024

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The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has reported its seventh partial grid collapse in 2024. Despite the recurring issue, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, reassured the public that efforts to restore power are well underway, with about 90% of substations receiving bulk power.

Mbah noted that the Azura Power Station initiated the grid recovery, although a minor setback occurred. However, power supply has been restored to the Abuja region and other key distribution centers. The Ibom Gas Generating Station remained unaffected, continuing to supply power to the South-South region.

An investigation into the cause of the collapse will commence once full grid restoration is achieved.

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Jigawa Tanker Tragedy: Shettima, First Lady Mourn Victims, Pledge Federal Support

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Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic tanker explosion in Jigawa State, which claimed over 100 lives. In a statement issued by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima, on behalf of President Bola Tinubu, extended condolences to the affected families, praying for strength and comfort in their time of grief.

Shettima assured the public that the federal government is mobilizing resources to support the injured and assist those affected. He has directed the immediate deployment of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to provide aid. The Vice President also stressed the need for a review of fuel transportation safety protocols to prevent future incidents.

In a separate statement, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu offered her condolences to Jigawa Governor Umar Namadi and the people of Jigawa, praying for peace and comfort for the families affected. She called the incident “unfortunate” and extended prayers for the recovery of the injured and the repose of the souls lost in the tragedy.

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Nigeria Customs Intercepts Arms, Ammunition Worth N9.5bn Over Six Years

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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has revealed that it intercepted a total of 10,598 pieces of arms and 114,929 rounds of ammunition valued at N9.58 billion over the past six years. Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, made this disclosure during a press conference on enforcement activities in Zone A.

Adeniyi highlighted that 60% of these seizures occurred in 2023, reflecting the Customs’ increased efforts to curb arms smuggling. He also mentioned that recent operations such as Operation Whirlwind and Operation Swift Sting are part of a strategic response to tackle evolving smuggling tactics.

In addition to arms seizures, the Customs CG announced the largest pangolin scale seizure since 2020, with 9,493 kg of scales confiscated in collaboration with the Wildlife Justice Commission. The joint operation led to four arrests across Kano, Kaduna, and Lagos. The NCS continues to intensify efforts against wildlife trafficking, targeting supply routes in northern Nigeria and border areas.

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