Celebrating Diversity and Democracy: The Indispensable Merits of Nigeria’s Bicameral Legislature

Introduction.In the dynamic landscape of Nigerian politics, the question of whether to retain the bicameral legislature has ignited vigorous debates. Some argue that the costs incurred are unjustifiable, while others claim that the intricate diversity of Nigeria demands a robust system of representation. As an expert essayist, I stand firmly in support of maintaining Nigeria’s bicameral legislature, as it serves …

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UTME Result Falsification: Mmesoma Begs JAMB Before Reps Members, Says she has learnt a bitter lesson. By Saheed Badmus

The Embattled Joint Admissions Matriculations Board examination cheat Mmesoma Ejikeme Joy has apologized to board as well as the country over her actions in the last concluded UTME exams.She tendered her unreserved apology during the investigative hearing organized by the house Adhoc Committee on alleged manipulation of Mmesoma’s JAMB result.Mmesoma Ejikeme who was caught in the web of manipulation of …

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Tears as Oyinlola pays glowing tribute to Ex PDP Vice Chairman, Adagunodo. By John Dike

Former Governor of Osun state, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, has penned an emotional tribute to late Soji Adagunodo, former National Vice Chairman of the People’s Democratic party (PDP), Southwest zone.Adagunodo passed on in the United States of America, after a brief illness.Reading the tribute at the interdenominational order of service of songs for late Hon. Olasoji Oluwatukesi Adagunodo, held in Osogbo, …

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Contractor Rejects Job Slots Offer by NSCDC Boss In the Ongoing Recruitment Exercise.. Even as NSCDC Fails to Honour Court Ruling. By Shalom Oludele Thomas

Ahmed Abubakar Audi, Commandant General, NSCDCIn a bid to uphold truth and fairness in such a society as Nigeria, where job opportunities are no longer available to the merited or deserving but given as slots in form of compensation and bribery, the Managing Director of Davenchris Ventures LTD, IB-Technicals LTD and Chrisreubben Enterprises, Mr Christian Igbo, has rejected such offer …

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Fuel Hike;Osun Residents Groan Over Increase In Fuel Pump Price. By John Dike

Residents of Osun State have started groaning following the increase in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS)as intra- transportation within the state skyrocketed.Osogbo ,the state capital, intra commercial transport services popularly called Korope’ charges #200 per drop in short distances while Okada charges #300 or #400 respectively depending on the distance .Consequently ,most filling stations visited by our …

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I ‘ll industrialize Osun for economic prosperity — Adeleke. By John Dike

Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has reiterated his commitment to industrialize the State for economic prosperity.He said initiatives are being taken to nurture Nano, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises to sustainable levels, Skills Upgrade and Entrepreneurship Development Training Programme to encourage youths to be self reliant among others.The Governor stated this at the official launch of The New …

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Osun residents commend Adeleke over road rehabilitation. By John Dike

The Osun State Government intervention on roads and other infrastructures across the State has once been lauded by residents.Residents of Peter Ajibola, around Alekuwodo area in Osogbo couldn’t hide their joy and appreciation to Governor Ademola Adeleke for the rehabilitation of the road.They also commended the Governor for the entire rehabilitation of other roads in the town and across the …

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Re: Need to Pay Salaries of Striking University Workers. By Prof. MK Othman

FEEDBACK As expected, this article elicited many comments from my readers with special appeal to President Tinubu to address the thorny issues, which caused industrial disharmony in our university campuses last year. One of the pledges made by President Tinubu was to end the perennial ASUU strike for the betterment of the university system. How can he end it? Mr. …

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Kidnapped OSBC Staff’s wife, son, regain freedom.By John Dike

Wife of the staff of Osun State Broadcasting Corporation (OSBC), Osogbo, Mr Isaac Adedeji, Eniola, who was abducted by some yet-to-be-identified persons suspected to be kidnappers, alongside her son, Alfred have regained freedom.The mother and son were reportedly abducted in the Ota Efun area of Osogbo on Saturday evening by some unknown people who were said to be carrying arms.According …

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SARKIN ADAR AND SOKOTO MINISTERIAL SLOT. By Faisal Abdullahi

Nigerians have almost run out of patience. They have eagerly been anticipating the ‘big’ announcement. Who will make the list of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s new Ministers? The riddle, however, will soon be solved.In the next couple of days or perhaps, in less than three weeks from now. The Tinubu government has started on a good note. It is offering …

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The parable of the body mechanic. By Hassan Gimba

Who has not had an old car before? The type of car that makes you become a friend to the mechanic? This is because when one issue is resolved, another rears its head, necessitating you to visit again. Sometimes the problem may be those of “rings”. Repair them and the gearbox seeks your notice. Pacify it, the brake pad packs …

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Stand Up For Women Society, SWS Visits SGF

One of the leading women advocacy non-governmental group in Nigeria, StandUp For Women Society, SWS, this week paid a courtesy visit to the new Secretary to the government of the Federation, SGF, Senator Akume in his office at Aso Villa. Flanked the SGF Senator Akume from left to the right, StandUp For Women Society, SWS, Benue State Chapter Chairperson Mrs. …

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Police parades 11 Suspected criminals in Osun. By John Dike

Osun State police Command has paraded 11 suspected criminals arrested for various offences ranging from armed robbery, stealing , Car theft amongst others .Parading the suspects before newsmen at the police headquarters in osogbo, Commissioner of Police, Kehinde Longe said the suspects were apprehended in various locations across the State .Longe explained that On 9th July, 2023 at about 0930hrs, …

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Don’t incite religious war in Osun, ODD Chair warns Prof Akintola. By John Dike

Osun Democrats for Democracy (ODD) has condemned the Executive Director of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), Professor Ishaq Akinola against his intention to incite religious conflict in Osun State.According to a statement issued by the Chairman, Osun Democrat for Democracy, ODD in Osun State, Abdulmrauf Odunlade and made available to our correspondent in Osogbo, said it was shocking and deeply, …

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