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FG Invites Over 65 World Leaders For Tinubu’s inauguration
Programmes and plans are in top gear Thursday, as Federal Government invites about 65 world leaders, including Heads of State to grace the inauguration of the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, who will be sworn in as the 16th President of Nigeria on May 29.
Also expected at the nation’s seventh transition ceremony are past presidents, diplomats, heads of international organisations and prominent Nigerians and representatives of foreign governments and agencies.
According to the Federal Government, the inauguration programmes will begin on Thursday with the investiture of Tinubu with the Grand Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic and the Vice-President-elect, Kashim Shettima, as the Grand Commander of Order of the Niger.
A director in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed to The PUNCH on Thursday that several African leaders had indicated interest in attending the inauguration ceremony which would take place at Eagle Square, Abuja.
“We have 54 countries in Africa and most of them have been invited to the inauguration; so, we don’t expect less than 65 world leaders from Africa, Europe and America at the event,’’ said the director, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because he was not authorised to speak on the issue.
Representatives of Nigeria’s traditional allies such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, France, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, China, Germany, Finland, Jamaica, Japan, Israel, Turkey and several others are expected at the high-profile event.
Addressing journalists in Abuja on Thursday as activities for the transition of power to the incoming administration began, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, disclosed that scores of world leaders would attend the event.
The preparation for the swearing-in of the former Lagos State governor is gathering steam as the battle to nullify his election victory by the standard bearer of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar and his Labour Party counterpart, Peter Obi continues at the Presidential Election Petitions Court.
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Sanwo-Olu Opens Lagos State Commercial Court
“The establishment of the commercial court is a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to promote a conducive business environment and ensure efficient justice delivery”, Governor Sanwo-Olu said.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has declared open the newly constructed commercial court of the high court of Lagos at Tapa, in Lagos Island.
The Governor described the new court as a game changer with cutting edged technology where economic barriers and business disputes would be addressed for economic growth believing the court would bring a new era in speedy dispensation of justice within months.
“This development is expected to enhance the state’s judicial system, particularly in commercial dispute resolution.
The establishment of the commercial court is a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to promote a conducive business environment and ensure efficient justice delivery”, Governor Sanwo-Olu said.
The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice Lawal Pedro SAN, said the State Government would continue to use the judiciary as a tool of economic growth in Lagos through the rule of law.
Pedro said the Lagos state revenue court would entertain matters on recovery of tax, levies, land use charges and prosecution of tax related issues.
Chief judge of Lagos, Justice Kazeem Olanrewaju Alogba, said the edifice would be used for the administration of justice.
The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, 2025, as public holidays to mark Good Friday and Easter Monday.
This was disclosed by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Tuesday.
He emphasised the importance of embodying the virtues of the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ, who had to die for the redemption of man, while greeting Christians on the joyous occasion.
In a statement by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani, the minister called on Nigerians to use the holiday period to pray for the peace, unity, and stability of the nation.
Details later…
Some unknown gunmen have killed at least three policemen in Achi, Oji River Local Government Area, Enugu State.
Ohibaba.com learnt that the incident occurred at a checkpoint close to Ozudaa Market, Auchi.
Details of the incident are still sketchy as of the time of filing this report.
However, a viral gory video seen on Facebook by Ohibaba.com shows lifeless bodies of the slain policemen.
More to follow….
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