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Deji Adeyanju Swims In N50million Scandal

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The Convener of Concerned Nigerians group, Deji Adeyanju is now swimming in N50million scandal. He has been accused of receiving the sum of N50million from the Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, in order to spread deliberate falsehood against Gov. Nyesom Wike of Rivers State.
An online platform had accused Adeyanju of agreeing to ‘fight’ Wike on Amaechi’s behalf because the governor refused to endorse him for the post of PDP National Publicity Secretary during the last National Convention of the opposition Party.
The online platform alleged that Adeyanju in a meeting with Rotimi Amaechi, and the Rivers State APC Publicity Secretary, Mr Chris Finebone was mandated to supply false information.

The report added that; “following the release of the funds, Adeyanju has already started his work. His main assignment in the last two days has been the spreading of lies on killing at Omoku and Egbeda.”
However, Adeyanju, in a statement by Theophilus Abu Agada, his personal assistant said: “Our attention has been drawn to an article of lies being bandied around by one Simeon Nwakaudu, a Special Assistant to the Governor of Rivers State on Electronic Media and also the owner and publisher of ScanNews claiming that Mr Deji Adeyanju was commissioned with N50 million by ex-Rivers State Governor Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi to spread deliberate falsehood about Rivers State.”

“Our attention has also been drawn to another story published on ScanNews, this time a resounding of the N50 million Naira commission allegation on Mr Deji Adeyanju by Mr Oraye St Franklin, an aide to the Rivers State Governor on New Media.”
“We wish to challenge Mr Simeon Nwakaudu and Oraye St Franklin to bring up evidence on any such meeting with Chibuike Amaechi and any N50 million being given.”

“In the last few days, Mr Adeyanju has been highly critical of the Rivers State Governor on his social media pages over the high spate of insecurity in Rivers state and he has come under expected criticism by the aides of the Governor.”

“He will not budge on his position that the Rivers State Governor is complicit in the security crisis in Rivers State and the onus is on the Rivers State Governor to prove beyond any reasonable doubt that he is not complicit in the rise of crime in Rivers State.”

“Nigerians will not be surprised by the false allegations of the aides of the Rivers State Governor whose job is just to defend their pay as Mr Adeyanju has been highly critical of both the APC and the PDP. You would recall that during the Resume or Resign protests (#ResumeorResign), he was also alleged to have been sponsored by the PDP and the likes of Governor Wike.”
“Mr Adeyanju remains undeterred and will continue to speak truth to power no matter whose ox is gored.”

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Just IN: FCT Police Commissioner Tunji Disu’s son dies in road accident

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Tragedy has struck the family of Olatunji Disu, the Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), following the loss of his son in a horrific car accident on Monday.

Although the circumstances of the accident that led to the young man’s death still remain hazy, reports sourced from Sahara Reporters which broke the story say family sources have described the loss as heartbreaking.

The report did not indicate when and where the fatal accident occurred and the circumstances surrounding it.

The family is also yet to issue any statement.

Disu recently assumed leadership of the FCT Police Command.

The news of his son’s demise has sparked an outpouring of condolences from colleagues, friends, and the general public.

Disu on Monday paid a condolence visit to CSP A.A. Sambo, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Ushafa Division, who tragically lost his son.

During the visit, CP Disu expressed heartfelt sympathies and assured CSP Sambo and his family of the Command’s unwavering support during this difficult time.

Apparently the crash has not occurred as at the time of the condolence visit.

In the early days of his career, Disu had served as DPO in Ago Iwoye (Ogun State), Ikare (Ondo State), Owo (Ondo State), Elimbu and Elelenwo, in Rivers State.

He was also Officer in Charge of the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) and anti-kidnapping in Rivers State, Ondo and Oyo as well as second in command (2IC) State Criminal Investigations Department (CID), Rivers States.

He served as the commander of the Lagos State Rapid Respond Squad (RRS) between June 2015 and August 2021.

A member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, and the former head of the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) of the Police Force in Nigeria, the position previously held by  Abba Kyari, Disu was also the Principal Staff Officer to the then acting Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun before his confirmation as substantive IG.

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Tunde Olaogun Conferred with the Prestigious Traditional Title of Tayese of Oluwo, Iju-Ogundimu

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It is with great honor and humility that Tunde Olaogun announces his conferment as the Tayese of Oluwo, Iju-Ogundimu. This prestigious traditional title is a testament to his outstanding contributions, dedication, and commitment to the community.

 

The traditional council, in recognition of Tunde Olaogun’s relentless efforts and selfless service, has deemed him worthy of this esteemed title. The conferment ceremony, which promises to be a grand celebration of culture and tradition, is scheduled to take place in April 2025 in Lagos, Nigeria.

 

Although the exact date of the ceremony is yet to be confirmed, it is expected to attract dignitaries, friends, family, and well-wishers from far and wide.

 

The event will be a momentous occasion, marking a significant milestone in the life of Tunde Olaogun and the community at large.

 

Tunde Olaogun has expressed his profound gratitude to the traditional council for this honour pledging to continue serving the community with dedication and humility.

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Oniru confers chieftaincy titles on Smith, Idowu, Olorunnimbe, Akintoye others

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The Oniru of Iru-land, His Royal Majesty Oba Abdul-Wasiu Omogbolahan Lawal CON [Abisogun II] has announced the conferment of honourary chieftaincy titles on eminent and distinguished citizens of Nigeria.

 

The revered monarch unveiled the shortlist of recipients as part of activities to mark the fifth anniversary of his peaceful reign on the revered throne.

 

Among the esteemed honourees are Iya Oba of Iru Kingdom – Chief (Mrs) Basira Titilayo Smith, Aare Majeobaje of Iru Kingdom – Chief Adeyemi Idowu, Aare So’ludero ofIru Kingdom- Chief Muyiwa Gbadegesin, Ph.D and Erelu Asa of Iru Kingdom – Chief (Mrs) Bolane Austen-Peters, Aare Fiwagboye of Iru Kingdom – Chief Lukman Olayiwola Mustapha, Asoju Oba of Iru Kingdom- Chief Idris Ibikunle Olorunnimbe and Ajiroba ofIru-Kingdom- Chief Adegboyega Hakeem Akintoye.

 

While extending congratulations to the distinguished honourees on behalf of His Majesty and the Oniru-in-Council, High Chief Abayomi Daramola, Balogun of Iru-Land, in a statement revealed that the conferment of titles will be performed on 14th June, 2025 at the palace (Aafin Oba Oniru), Victoria Island, Lagos.

 

The statement read in part, “to mark the fifth-year anniversary of his ascension to the revered throne of his forebears as the 15th Oniru of Iru-land and after a rigorous selection process, His Royal Majesty Oba Abdul-Wasiu Omogbolahan Lawal CON [Abisogun II] – The Oniru of Iru-land upon the recommendation of the Oniru-in-Council, has issued a Royal Decree approving the conferment of respective honouray Chieftaincy titles on the underlisted eminent and distinguished citizens.”

 

 

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