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JUST IN: Yuletide: Governor Ododo Distributes Over 100 Trucks of Rice to Residents
Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has distributed over 100 truck loads of rice to residents of the state as part of efforts to ensure a joyous Christmas and New Year celebration for families.
The gesture, aimed at alleviating the burden of rising costs during the festive period, was disclosed by the State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Mr. Kingsley Fanwo, on Friday in Lokoja.
Fanwo noted that the initiative underscores the Governor’s commitment to the welfare of the people.
“I can confirm that the People’s Governor, Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo, has taken delivery of over 100 truckloads of rice, which are being distributed to the 21 Local Government Areas.
This is to ensure that families across the state enjoy their holidays,” he said. Fanwo added that the Governor, in addition to this gesture, ensured the timely payment of salaries to civil servants on December 14, 2024, while also making provisions for residents not directly on the government payroll.
“The Governor has once again demonstrated his unbending commitment to the welfare of the people, in line with his oath to defend and promote the interests of Kogi citizens.
His actions continue to reflect his determination to prioritize the needs of the masses,” Fanwo stated.
To ensure equitable distribution, the Governor directed the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation to oversee the process and prevent political interference.
“The Governor has mandated the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs to ensure that the materials reach those who need them most.
Measures have been put in place to prevent the distribution from being hijacked by politicians or other interest groups.
This administration is committed to fairness and transparency in every initiative,” Fanwo said. Reports from various Local Government Areas indicate that the distribution has sparked jubilation among residents, with many praising the Governor’s leadership and compassion.
A resident of Ajaka in Igalamela/Odolu Local Government Area, Mr. Andrew Abah, lauded the Governor’s efforts, describing him as a leader with an unwavering commitment to his people.
“This Governor has shown remarkable capacity and genuine love for his people. He is detribalized and inclusive, ensuring that the welfare of civil servants and ordinary citizens is prioritized.
He is making it difficult for anyone to dislike him,” Abah said. The distribution of rice is part of a broader strategy by Governor Ododo’s administration to cushion the effects of economic hardship on Kogi residents, particularly during the festive season.
This initiative has further solidified his reputation as a leader who is deeply attuned to the needs of his people.
The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service hereby provide an update on the ongoing rescue operation at the site of the collapsed two-storey building located at Alakija, Old Ojo Road, along the Badagry Expressway.
Rescue efforts are still ongoing, and six additional victims have been successfully rescued from the debris bringing the number to 16.
Regrettably, two persons have been recovered dead.
Emergency responders remain on the scene, working tirelessly to ensure that all affected persons are accounted for and to safeguard the area.
Further updates will be communicated as rescue operations progress.
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Ondo Government Withholds WASSCE Results, Expels Students Over Sign-Out Misconducts
The students involved were identified as being from Oyemekun Grammar School, Aquinas Secondary School, and CAC Grammar School, all located in Akure, the Ondo State capital.
The Ondo State Government has withheld the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results and testimonials of some graduating secondary school students following acts of misconduct during their sign-out celebrations.
The State Ministry of Education disclosed that the disciplinary action was taken after 17 final-year students were found to have engaged in chaotic and unruly behaviour after completing their final examination.
According to the ministry, the affected students were captured in a viral video tearing their school uniforms, chanting unusual slogans, and engaging in acts considered inconsistent with acceptable standards of discipline.
The students involved were identified as being from Oyemekun Grammar School, Aquinas Secondary School, and CAC Grammar School, all located in Akure, the Ondo State capital.
The government said the sanctions were imposed to uphold discipline and discourage acts of indiscipline among students in the state’s public secondary schools.
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Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has directed the immediate closure of the Bama Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp, described as the largest such facility in the state outside Maiduguri.
The governor announced the directive on Thursday during an assessment visit to the Government Secondary School IDP camp in Gwoza, shortly after supervising the profiling and screening of displaced persons in Bama.
“We visited Bama yesterday and supervised the screening of IDPs, and by 12 noon, Bama IDP camp should be closed,” Zulum stated.
He emphasized that the closure follows the successful completion of the profiling and screening exercise, as part of the state government’s broader efforts to resettle IDPs and restore normalcy in liberated communities.
The move is the latest in a series of camp closures across Borno State, with authorities having already resettled thousands of IDPs in recent weeks. Governor Zulum assured that affected persons would receive adequate support, including relief materials, for dignified resettlement.
This development signals significant progress in the state’s recovery and resettlement programme amid improved security in parts of Borno.
The story is still developing as authorities implement the closure order.
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