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Ekiti Governor Awards N1 Million to Two Disability Teachers

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On October 6, 2024, Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji celebrated Teachers’ Day by honoring two remarkable educators dedicated to teaching students with disabilities.

Each teacher received a cash award of 500,000 naira, highlighting the governor’s commitment to acknowledging the vital role of these educators in fostering inclusive education.

The event took place during a lively celebration in the state, where the achievements of educators were showcased.

Mrs. Adetoun Agboola, Special Adviser on Special Education and Social Inclusion, praised Governor Oyebanji for his unwavering support for inclusivity in education.

She noted that this recognition serves as a significant morale booster for teachers in the disability sector.

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Agboola remarked that this was the first time such awards were presented during the Teachers’ Day celebration in Ekiti State, emphasizing the historic nature of the gesture.

“The recognition of these dedicated teachers who tirelessly work with children with disabilities reflects Governor Oyebanji’s strong commitment to promoting inclusivity in our educational system,” she stated.

She also acknowledged the challenges faced by these educators over the past year.

They have had to adapt to new teaching methods, manage increased documentation, and prepare rigorously before delivering lessons.

Agboola emphasized that their hard work has paid off, as evidenced by today’s well-deserved honors, which recognize their unwavering dedication to their students.

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Moreover, Agboola highlighted that these awards symbolize the acknowledgment of teachers’ voices within the disability community.

She reiterated the governor’s promise to support these educators and the broader community, ensuring that their needs and contributions are recognized.

The theme for this year’s Teachers’ Day celebration, “Valuing Teachers’ Voices: Towards a New Social Contract for Education,” resonates deeply with the ongoing efforts to enhance the educational landscape in Ekiti State.

By honoring these educators, Governor Oyebanji not only highlights their commitment but also sets a precedent for valuing all teachers across various sectors.


 

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Edo Governor Forms Committee to Investigate Obaseki’s Assets and Liabilities

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Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has announced the formation of a 14-member State Assets Verification Committee to investigate the administration of former governor Godwin Obaseki.

The committee is tasked with auditing the state’s assets and liabilities as part of efforts to promote transparency and ensure good governance.

Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, revealed this in a statement issued on Sunday in Benin City.

He noted that the committee members would officially begin their work on Tuesday, November 26, when they will be inaugurated.

The committee is chaired by Dr. Ernest Umakhihe, with Anslem Ojezua serving as the deputy chairman and Frank Edebor as the secretary.

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Other notable members include Prince Kassim Afegbua, Patrick Ikhariale, and Taiwo Akerele, alongside Patrick Idiake, Rasaq Bello-Osagie.

Also, Fredrick Unopah, Mrs. Abdallah Eugenia, Patrick Obahiagbon, Kenny Okojie, Mrs. Lyndsey Tes-Sorae, and Abass Braimoh.

Additionally, the governor emphasized that the committee’s work is essential for setting Edo State on a path of sustainable development and responsible leadership.

According to the statement, the previous administration under Godwin Obaseki had failed to provide a comprehensive database of the state’s assets and liabilities, despite repeated demands for accountability.

The limited information presented by the Obaseki administration, according to Governor Okpebholo, left many critical questions unanswered regarding the management of public resources.

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Governor Okpebholo noted that this move aligns with his campaign pledge to promote probity, accountability, and transparency in governance.

The committee, he said, consists of esteemed individuals from Edo State, and have expertise and commitment to the state’s progress.

Dr. Ernest Umakhihe, the chairman of the committee, is expected to lead the team in conducting a thorough examination of the state’s resources, financial obligations, and the overall state of affairs inherited from the previous administration.


 

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House Of Representatives To Hold March For Gender-Based Violence Awareness

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The House of Representative plan to start an awareness for the cause of gender-based violence on the streets of Abuja on Monday. The government aim to spread the awareness and reduce the forms of gender violence in the country.

The peaceful march will start at 8am from the Speaker’s Car Park, National Assembly Complex, and will end at the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters.

Details of the March was discusses at the House of assembly, 1000 participants will be attending which will also include the representatives and members of the public. This awareness is a sign of national unity and fighting for justice to restore stability in the country.


 

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Labour Party Denies Allegations of Collusion with Tinubu Ahead of 2027 Elections

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The Labour Party (LP) has firmly rejected claims that it is collaborating with President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in preparation for the 2027 elections.

The allegations, made by human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju in a viral video, were addressed in a statement by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh.

The LP emphasized its role as the leading opposition party, with its National Chairman, Barrister Julius Abure, consistently criticizing the current administration’s policies.

The party highlighted its post-2023 election efforts to hold the government accountable while advocating for reforms in Nigeria’s electoral system.

According to Ifoh, the LP remains committed to credible governance and dismissed any insinuations of collusion as baseless.

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Describing Adeyanju’s claims as damaging and unfounded, the party challenged him to provide evidence to support his allegations.

The LP reaffirmed its stance as a principled opposition force determined to ensure fair and transparent leadership selection processes in the country.


 

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