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Former Youth and Sports Minister, Adebayo Lawal dies at 83

A former Minister of Youth and Sports and one-time Military Administrator of   Benue state,   Air Vice Marshal Bayo Lawal (rtd), is dead, his daughter, Mrs Olayinka Enahoro has confirmed the news. Lawal, Mrs Enahoro said, passed away in his sleep in the early hours of Sunday, 23 June, 2024, at the age of 83. Air Commodore Sani Zakari (rtd) also confirmed the development. Zakaria, the Sergeant at Arms at the National Assembly, noted that the late AVM will be buried today (Monday). He said, "AVM Frank Ajobena (rtd) further informed us that AVM Bayo Lawal passed on in his sleep at the early hours of Sunday 23 Junn, 2024." Late Bayo Lawal was born on 14 September, 1941 in Offa, Kwara state. He attended Government College, Ibadan between 1955 and 1962 before joining the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) in 1963 among the pioneer officers. Lawal was trained as a Military Pilot in West Germany from where he graduated in 1964. His postings included Commander, NAF Port Harcourt (1969–1970), C

2027: Pressure mounts on Ilaji Hotels boss, Dotun Sanusi to contest Oyo guber race

Will the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Ilaji Hotels and Sports Resort, Engr. Dotun Sanusi join the 2027 guber race in Oyo state? Or will he ignore the pressure? That's the big question on the lips of many lately as the Ibadan-born industrialist is under pressure to run. Though Sanusi has, on several occasions, emphasized the fact that he's not ready to contest for political office. But despite his warning for his admirers to desist from their subtle campaign for him and not to mistake his philanthropic gestures for political agenda, the pressure has refused to go away. In fact, several professional and social-cultural groups at different points in time have openly charged Sanasi to join the guber race. He has, however, practically dodged all efforts to drag him into the race. According to him, the most important thing now, according to him, is to focus on his life, business and continuous support to see that both President Bola Tinubu and the governor of Oyo State suc

Dangote's Accusations of IOCs Sabotaging Its Refinery: An Indictment On President Tinubu's Government | By Mogaji Wole Arisekola

Aliko Dangote's accusations against International Oil Companies (IOCs) of sabotaging his refinery is a serious indictment on President Tinubu's government. The recent allegations by Dangote, suggesting that IOCs are plotting to ensure the failure of his oil refinery, raises significant concerns about the administration's handling of the petroleum sector. At a time when Nigerians are clamoring for substantial changes in the governance of the petroleum industry, such accusations cannot be taken lightly. The refinery is not just a private endeavor but a crucial part of the nation's economic infrastructure. If the allegations hold any truth, it signifies a severe breach in the communication and operational coordination between the leadership of the petroleum industry, the Dangote refinery, and the Presidency. Such information, if not managed properly, can be detrimental to public perception and can send negative signals to the international community and potential investors