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By Cosmas Chukwu
A new President-General in the name of Nze Fidelis Ozichukwu Chukwu, has emerged in Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. Nze Ozichukwu is to exhaust the Imo State balance of 27 days which ends on January 10, 2025. The emergence of Chukwu is as a result of a chain of catastrophe, which has visited Ohanaeze with the demise of Ambassador Professor George Obiozor, CON in 2022.
In order to complete the tenure of Imo State, the people of Imo State presented Chief Engr. Dr Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu to Imeobi Ohanaeze for the replacement of the Late Obiozor. By the application of a doctrine of necessity, Iwuanyanwu was sworn-in on April 30, 2023. Unfortunately, Chief Iwuanyanwu died on July 25, 2024 and was buried on November 1, 2024.
It is in line with the doctrine of necessity that the Imo State Chapter of Ohanaeze, led by Barrister C.J Ihemedu presented Nze Ozichukwu to the Imeobi Ohanaeze to exhaust the balance of four year tenure allotted to Imo State. The motion for the adoption of Nze Ozichukwu was moved by Eze Cletus Ilomuanya, Chairman Imo Council of Elders and seconded by Chief Simon Okeke (Ochendo).
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In moving the motion, Eze Cletus Ilomuanya stated that Ozichukwu is a cerebral thinker with sterling qualities. He informed the Imeobi that Nze Ozichukwu Fidelis Chukwu, KSM, KSS is a Nigerian management executive and entrepreneurship development consultant. He attended prestigious institutions like Templeton College, Oxford University, Harvard University (Harvard Institute for International Development), Cambridge. Massachusetts. USA, University of Bristol’s School for Advanced Urban Studies (SAUS) and (School of Policy Studies (SPS), The University of Lagos, Ogun State University (CETEP), and Galilee College, Tivon, Israel and holds M.Sc, MBA, degrees, among others
Nze Ozichukwu has served as a director at Inland Bank Plc and Managing Director of Nigeria Merchant Bank (NMB) Plc. He is a founding member of the Technical Committee for Privatization and Commercialization (TCPC) and the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE). He was also chairman of the Presidential Committee for the Reorganization of the River Basin Development Authorities in Nigeria. He was a member of the 2005 National Political Reform Conference. He served as National Vice Chairman/Chairman PDP South East Zone for eight years and thereafter returned to management consulting.
His contributions to the Catholic Church and society have earned him the Worthy Knighthood of St Mulumba (KSM) and Papal Knighthood of Saint Sylvester (KSS). Nze Ozichukwu Chukwu received the Peace Award of the United Nations International Parliament for Safety and Peace in 2002. He is a Chartered Management Consultant (CMC) and a Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants (FIMC). He is also a Fellow, Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA).
Ozichukwu has also been involved in various development initiatives, including the South East Development Council, SEDC, the South East Development Initiative (SEDI), and the Cottage Industries Development Initiative (CIDI). He is the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Town Unions and has held other notable positions such as member of the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations (ECOSOC).
Many Imeobi dignitaries welcomed the emergence of Nze Chukwu. Some of them include His Excellency , Barr. Dr. Peter Mbah, the Governor of Enugu State ably represented by the Secretary to the Government of Enugu State, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, Rear Admiral Allison Madueke, GCON, Prince Garry Igariwey, Sen. Eyinnaya Abaribe, Prof. ABC Nwosu, Prof Elochukwu Amucheazi, Chief Ejiofor Onyima, Dr. Mrs Kate Ezeofor, Chief Chekwas Okorie, Engr Chike Madueke, Archbishop Prof. E O Chukwuma, Chief Emeka Diwe, Eze Ibe Nwosu, Chief Mike Okiro, Prof Chinedu Nebo, Dr. Uche Uzochukwu, Dr. Pat Onukwuli, Chief Okechukwu Ujah, Ambassador Eddy Onuoha, Dr. Eme Okoro, Dr Ngozi Olejeme, Eze Uche Dimgba, Eze Christopher Offia, Chief Tony Ukasanya etc.
Others include the Presidents of Ohanaeze, Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, and Rivers State.
The President of the Rivers State Chapter of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Rivers State, Dr Lucky Ekeji couldn’t withhold his joy that the next President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo will come from the Rivers State.
The Secretary General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Ambassador Okey Emuchay MFR, expressed his relief and added that today is phenomenal in the annals of Igbo history. He thanked the Igbo nation for an unalloyed support throughout the turbulent times.
Most Imeobi members infer that Ozichukwu is a man of courage, integrity and principles whose stand on any matter is predictable. That he is a moral edifice who detests the mundane hubris in power. The most cherished of the Ozichukwu pedigree is his unassailable astute organisational ability whose records in public service is beyond tarnish even by the most uncharitable.
With Ozichukwu, a smooth and credible transition of power to a president general from the Rivers State is guaranteed.
A former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company IBEDC, Mr. John Kingsley Achife has become the 10th president of the Rotary Club of Ibadan Bodija Estate for the year 2024-2025 also known as Rotary Magic year.
Mr. Achife a Paul Harris Fellow accompanied by his wife, his son, and relatives, took over from Rotarian Olorunfemi Ayo Samuel. Also, members of the board of the club were inaugurated during the investiture which was held at the Rotary House Bodija Estate.
In his acceptance speech, Mr. Achife said ” I stand before you today with immense gratitude and a deep sense of humility as I accept the honour of serving as the President of the Rotary Club of Ibadan Bodija Estate. This moment is a testament to the trust and confidence you have placed in me and I pledge to uphold the values, traditions and principles that make Rotary a beacon of service . As a Rotarian, I am reminded of our motto ” Service Above Self”. This motto is not merely a phrase but a way of life —- one that challenges us to put humanity’s needs above our own, to serve with empathy and to create a better world for future generations. Let us remember that our strength lies in our unity. As the saying goes “. Together, we will accomplish great things and together, we will leave an indelible mark in our community.
The chairman of the occasion Mr. Chuks Nwani represented by Mr. Babatunde Bodunde urged members to continue to render selfless service to humanity.
Earlier, the outgoing president, Rotarian Ayo Olorunfemi said his tenure embarked on projects that impacted the community positively.
Present during the investiture were the Assistant Governor, Mrs. Bisi Yomi- Yinka who represented the District Governor District ( 9126) Mr. Kayode Olowolagba who carried out the change of baton, Rotarians from other clubs, Rotaractors from the University of Ibadan, staff of IBEDC, among others.
Nigerian Breweries Plc, the foremost brewing company in Nigeria, was recognized as the Best Excise Trader at the maiden edition of the Comptroller General of Customs Awards, held on Friday, November 29, 2024, in Abuja. The company was awarded for its outstanding compliance with excise tax payments to the Federal Government, emerging foremost out of other nominees, including British American Tobacco and International Tobacco.
Speaking at the award ceremony, the Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, described Nigerian Breweries Plc’s emergence as Best Excise Trader as a well-deserved recognition given its significant contribution to revenue collection in Nigeria in the last year.
Adeniyi stated that NB Plc remained one of the reputable companies that is wholly compliant with the regular payment of excise tax to the Federal Government.
Shortly after receiving the award, the Corporate Affairs Director, NB Plc, Sade Morgan, noted that the recognition underscores the strong partnerships between the company and the Nigeria Customs Service as well as its unwavering commitment to contributing positively to the economy.
Morgan expressed the company’s pride in being the only brewery company nominated in any of the award categories, adding that the achievement highlights the dedication of the entire team and reflects its ongoing efforts to “Winning With Nigeria.”
She further pledged the commitment of the company to continue to fulfil its obligation by ensuring the prompt payment of its excise tax to the agency.
“The award is a big motivation that will encourage the company to do more. As we expand our operations beyond beer, we are irrevocably committed to fulfilling our civic duties by duly paying all taxes due to the Federal Government. We are delighted that our efforts are being recognised and appreciated by stakeholders in the industry.”
In his remarks at the event, Government Affairs Manager, Nigerian Breweries Plc, Bolaji Layeni, attributed the recognition to the cooperative effort and collaborative support of the Nigerian Customs Service as well as its avowed commitment to assist the government in fulfilling its constitutional role.
The ceremony brought together key stakeholders, including representatives from the Ministry of Finance, the National Assembly, and law enforcement agencies.
Comrade Grace Ike new Executive chairman of NUJ Abuja chapel with his Secretary of the union Comrede Jide taking oath of office after after declare the winner of NUJ Election on 4th Dec 2024 at NUJ HQ Abuja.
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.Honour, a testament to unwavering trust, loyalty of customers, says Umeoji
Zenith Bank Plc has emerged as ‘Bank of the Year, Nigeria’ in The Banker’s Bank of the Year Awards 2024.
The award, which was announced by The Banker Magazine, Financial Times Group, United Kingdom, during the awards ceremony held in London on December 4, 2024, is in recognition of the bank’s strong management, sound business model and strategy, and approach to sustainability and ESG banking practices.
The Banker’s ‘Bank of the Year’ accolade is among the most coveted and widely regarded award in the banking industry.
Often contested by the world’s leading financial institutions, the winners span across Africa, Asia-Pacific, Central & Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, North America and Western Europe.
Commenting on the award, the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive of Zenith Bank Plc, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON, said “We are delighted and honored to have been recognized as the Bank of the Year, Nigeria in The Banker’s Bank of the Year Awards 2024.
This award is a testament to the unwavering trust and loyalty of our esteemed customers, the unparalleled leadership and guidance of the Board and Management as well as the hard work and dedication of our staff. It also reflects our bank’s steadfast commitment to delivering excellent services to our customers and contributing to the growth and development of the Nigerian economy. We will continue to invest in innovative technologies, expand our range of products and services, and maintain our commitment to exceptional customer service in order to sustain our position as Nigeria’s Number One Bank.”
She lauded the Founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, Jim Ovia, CFR, for his visionary role in laying the foundation for a reputable, dominant and globally recognised financial institution known for innovation, superior performance, and the creation of premium value for all stakeholders.
In November 2024, Zenith Bank commissioned its Paris Branch following the granting of the final approval by France’s banking regulator, the Autorité de Contrôle Prudentiel et de Résolution (ACPR). This is part of the bank’s global expansion strategy, and its commitment to serving clients wherever their businesses are around the world”.
Zenith Bank has continued to earn numerous awards, with this latest accolade coming on the heels of several recognitions.
These include being recognised as the Number One Bank in Nigeria by Tier-1 Capital for the fifteenth consecutive year in the 2024 Top 1000 World Banks Ranking, published by The Banker Magazine. The Bank was also awarded the Bank of the Year (Nigeria) in The Banker’s Bank of the Year Awards for 2020 and 2022; and Most Sustainable Bank, Nigeria in the International Banker 2023 and 2024 Banking Awards.
Further recognitions include Best Bank in Nigeria for four years from 2020 to 2024 in the Global Finance World’s Best Banks Awards and Best Commercial Bank, Nigeria for four consecutive years from 2021 to 2024 in the World Finance Banking Awards.
Additionally, Zenith Bank has been acknowledged as the Best Corporate Governance Bank, Nigeria, in the World Finance Corporate Governance Awards for 2022, 2023 and 2024 and ‘Best in Corporate Governance’ Financial Services’ Africa for four consecutive years from 2020 to 2023 by the Ethical Boardroom.
The Bank’s commitment to excellence saw it being named the Most Valuable Banking Brand in Nigeria in the Banker Magazine Top 500 Banking Brands for 2020 and 2021, and Retail Bank of the Year for three consecutive years from 2020 to 2022 as well as Bank of the Year, 2023 at the BusinessDay Banks and Other Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards.
The Bank also received the accolades of Best Commercial Bank, Nigeria and Best Innovation in Retail Banking, Nigeria, in the International Banker 2022 Banking Awards. Zenith Bank was named Bank of the Decade (People’s Choice) at the ThisDay Awards 2020, Bank of the Year 2021 by Champion Newspaper, Bank of the Year 2022 by New Telegraph Newspaper, Best in MSME Trade Finance, 2023 by Nairametrics and Most Responsible Organisation in Africa 2021 by SERAS Awards.
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Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi from Gombe State has emerged as the new President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ).
According to reports, Abdullahi secured the position during the 8th Triennial National Delegates Conference held in Owerri, Imo State.
He achieved a decisive victory, polling 436 votes, while his opponents, Dele Atunbi of the FCT Council and Muhammed Garba of the Kaduna Council, garnered 97 and 39 votes, respectively.
A member of the Gombe Media Corporation (GMC), Abdullahi previously served as the National Deputy President of the NUJ and succeeds Chris Isiguzo in the union’s leadership.
In addition, Abimbola Oyetunde, a Deputy Director at the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN), was elected unopposed as the Deputy National President.
In his acceptance speech, Abdullahi pledged to prioritize the welfare and interests of NUJ members, uphold press freedom, and ensure high standards in journalism. He emphasized fostering collaboration with stakeholders to create a safe and conducive environment for journalists while advocating for their rights and protection.
“My administration will focus on capacity-building initiatives, including workshops, training, and mentorship programs to enhance our members’ skills,” he stated.
According to reports, the newly elected NUJ President, Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi, emphasized the need to leverage technology and innovation to adapt to the evolving media landscape and enhance connections among journalists and media organizations.
Abdullahi also highlighted the importance of collaborating with government agencies, civil society, and media proprietors to create an enabling environment for journalism to thrive in Nigeria.
The Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has congratulated Abdullahi on his election as the National President of the NUJ, describing it as a testament to the trust placed in him by journalists.
Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal has added a new accolade to his rising career on Wednesday, clinching the 2024 Golden Boy award.
Yamal, 17, is the youngest-ever recipient of the prestigious Golden Boy award for the best under-21 male player globally.
Yamal becomes the third Barcelona player in four years to win the award, following Pedri and Gavi.
The teenager has already amassed a collection of awards, including the Kopa Trophy at this year’s Ballon d’Or ceremony.
His breakout year saw him play a key role in Spain’s European Championship triumph and contribute significantly to Barça’s rebuild under Hansi Flick.
In Euro tournament, Yamal was named Young Player of the Tournament and earned a spot in the Team of the Tournament.
His semifinal strike against France was crowned Goal of the Tournament.
At Barcelona, he continues to break age-related records for goals, assists, and appearances.
Despite missing recent games due to an ankle injury, coach Flick remains optimistic about his return against Las Palmas.
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Northern Ghana has emerged as a logistical base from which violent extremist organizations from Burkina Faso launch attacks into other areas as they try to expand farther into West Africa. Terrorists linked to al-Qaida and the Islamic State group (IS) also use Ghana’s north as a medical base where their injured fighters are treated.
According to new reporting by Reuters, Ghanaian authorities are “turning a blind eye” to terrorists crossing over from Burkina Faso to stock up on food, fuel and explosives. While that approach has spared Ghana from the kind of deadly terror attacks that have plagued the Sahel, it risks allowing militants to establish themselves in the country and possibly recruit new fighters from marginalized local communities, observers say.
Ghana is working with Burkina Faso to force the terrorists out, Boniface Gambila Adagbila, Ghana’s ambassador to Burkina Faso, told Reuters. This development underscores the fears of security analysts who for years have warned of terror groups linked to al-Qaida and the IS expanding into West African nations.
“The two, big veteran terrorist (groups) are gaining ground,” Seidik Abba, president of the CIRES research institute in Paris, told Reuters. “The threat is spreading geographically.”
According to a July report by the Africa Center for Strategic Studies (ACSS), the annual number of violent incidents linked to militant Sahelian groups in and within 50 kilometers of coastal West African countries increased by more than 250% over the past two years, with more than 450 incidents.
The al-Qaida-affiliated Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal Muslimeen (JNIM) is among the main terror groups in the region. Clingendael, the Netherlands Institute of International Relations, said in a report that JNIM does not launch attacks in Ghana because it does not want to disturb supply lines or provoke Ghana’s Army, which is viewed as strong.
“Yet, to avoid escalation [Ghana] also appears to have accepted de facto non-aggression with JNIM,” the Clingendael report said.
Ghana’s security ministry denied this claim. It said in an October statement there were no “non-aggression policy” or tacit agreements with militant groups. “The ministry strongly rejects the portrayal of Ghana as a ‘supply line’ for militants,” the statement said. “Ghana’s counter-terrorism efforts are rightly commended by her partners in the relentless regional and global fight against terrorism.”
Speaking anonymously, a senior Ghanaian security official said the terrorists are being monitored and are sometimes used as informants. “We’ve arrested a lot of terrorists in the past and handed them over to Burkina,” the official told Reuters.
Benin has been the coastal African nation hardest hit by the spreading violence. The number of fatalities related to Islamist violence in the country doubled to 173 in the past year, the ACSS reported. The percentage of increased fatalities was similar in Togo, which recorded 69 deaths.
Benin recorded its first incident of extremist violence in 2019, and the number of recorded attacks by Sahelian terror organizations on Beninese soil has risen every year since. There were 20 attacks — mostly by JNIM, but also by the IS — in 2022 and 40 in 2023, according to The Defense Post.
The Beninese Army said last year that the country experienced the sharpest rise in extremist militant attacks in Africa as terror groups from neighboring Burkina Faso and Niger increasingly targeted northern Benin, particularly in the W-Arly-Pendjari complex of parks. Between July 2023 and July 2024, the number of deaths in Benin due to extremist violence doubled to 173 over the previous one-year time frame, according to the ACSS. In response, the Beninese government has increased its military presence at border bases.
Terrorists in Benin’s W National Park killed at least seven Beninese security forces and five rangers working with a nonprofit organization in July.
On July 20, JNIM attacked a northern Togo Army barracks near the Burkina Faso border, killing six people and seizing weapons. At the time, JNIM also claimed responsibility for attacks on eight military operations in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, saying it had killed more than 22 troops in four days.
Togolese President Faure Gnassingbé in April said that the jihadists had killed around 140 people, including some 100 civilians, since their first attacks in Togo in late 2021.
Four people on a tricycle in the north-central town of Bonzougou were killed in June after riding over an improvised explosive device. Several terror groups operate in the Savannahs region, although none claimed responsibility for the attack, Togo’s L’Alternative newspaper reported.
The attack in Bonzougou is farther south into Togo’s territory than previous attacks.
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A University of Ibadan (UI) graduate, Sonibare Oluwadamilola Oluwaseun, has captured widespread admiration after excelling in her academic pursuit.
Sonibare, who graduated with a degree in Pharmacy (BPharm), received 13 awards during UI’s 76th convocation ceremony, earning her the title of the best student in her faculty.
In a celebratory post, Sonibare referred to herself as an “award-winning babe” and shared photos and videos from the memorable event on X.
“Graduated as the best student in my Faculty.
Bagged 13 awards and 4 distinctions 😊
So proud of you, SONIBARE Oluwadamilola Oluwaseun
B.Pharm – University of Ibadan
Truly, God can be trusted🥹🥹,” she wrote.
Her achievements were highlighted in the graduation proceeding brochure, showcasing her numerous prizes.
The convocation hall erupted in cheers as her name was repeatedly announced during the prize-giving ceremony, reflecting the admiration from her peers and faculty members.
Many Nigerians have taken to social media to commend the brilliant scholar for her hard work and outstanding performance.
The current Director General of the World Trade Organisation, WTO, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has signified interest to run for a second term.
To this end, Okonjo-Iweala emerged as the sole candidate of the WTO DG.
The organisation formally began the process to appoint its next DG on October 8.
WTO allowed members until November 8 to submit nominations.
This was disclosed in a message to members, by the Chairman of WTO General Council, Petter Olberg.
Olberg said no additional nominations were received by the November 8 deadline.
The statement reads: “Under the procedures for the appointment of Directors-General (WT/L/509), I am required to communicate to nembers a consolidated list of candidatures received for the post of Director-General immediately after the close of the nomination period, in this case 8 November 2024.
“I would like to advise members that at the end of the nomination period the only candidacy received for this post is from Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the incumbent director-general.
“The notification received from Dr Okonjo-Iweala pursuant to paragraph 12 of the Procedures in WT/L/509, was circulated to all members together with my communication in document JOB/GC/406, dated 16 September 2024.”
The Southwest Zone of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has elected Alhaji Musliu Akinsanya, also known as MC Oluomo, as its new National President.
According to reports, the election took place during the Quadrennial Delegate Conference at the union’s Zonal Secretariat in Osogbo, Osun State, with delegates from Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, and Ekiti states participating.
Acting National President Aliyu Issa-Ore, who supervised the conference, emphasized that the union’s constitution requires the responsible zone to nominate and present its candidate to the National Secretariat.
Representing the National Headquarters in Abuja, Mrs. Adedamola Salam, Head of Finance, confirmed that the Southwest Zone adhered to the constitutional guidelines in electing MC Oluomo as President.
Additionally, the delegates elected Tajudeen Agbede as Vice President, Southwest, and Akeem Adeosun as trustee representing the zone.
In his acceptance speech after taking the oath of office, MC Oluomo called for unity and peace among members, emphasizing his dedication to maintaining harmony within the union.
“I have forgiven everyone who may have wronged me and hope that those I have offended can also forgive me. This is our union, and we must remain committed to safeguarding it. We will not let anyone jeopardize our source of livelihood,” he stated.
Former federal lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has expressed worries over the emergence of a new terrorist group, Lukarawas in Sokoto State.
DAILY POST reports that the Defence Headquarters on Thursday confirmed the emergence of the new terrorist group in the North-western part of the country.
Reports indicate that members of the Lakurawa sect are currently making life unbearable for residents of Sokoto State.
Reacting to the ugly development, Shehu Sani in a post on his official X handle recalled how Borno and Yobe State have suffered attacks from the Boko Haram insurgents over a decade.
According to the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP chieftain, the emergence of a new terrorist group at the moment would only expand the theatre of operations, citing the unending battle against terrorism in the region.
He, however, expressed confidence that the nation would overcome the daredevil terrorists.
He wrote, “For a country that has been fighting terrorism in multiple fronts for over one decade, the emergence of a new terrorist group in Sokoto will only expand the theatre of operations.
“There is no evil and cruelty that the people of Borno and Yobe have not seen or experienced for over fifteen years. Our country shall overcome and prevail over them”.
The authorities of the University of Benin, UNIBEN, have appointed Professor Edoba Omoregie as the new Vice-Chancellor of the university.
DAILY POST reports that the appointment of the professor of constitutional law and governance as the Vice Chancellor of the institution was announced by
Prof. Shaibu Umaru, Chairman of the Governing Council.
Omoregie’s appointment was announced on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the main campus of the university, in Benin City.
Omoregie, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) would takes over from the incumbent VC, Prof. Lillian Salami, whose tenure ends on December 1, 2024.
Chairman of the Governing Council, Umaru said Omoregie emerged as the 11th Vice-Chancellor of the university out of 27 persons that applied for the position.
Omoregie, a native of Benin, was born on April 5, 1969, and attended the University of Benin for his first, second, and third degrees.
He was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1992 and was conferred with the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, in 2021.
VETERAN sports journalist, Dr Mumini Alao, has emerged the new president of the University of Lagos Muslim Alumni (UMA).
Dr Alao, who takes over from Professor Khalid Adekoya, was unveiled alongside other members of the new national executive committee of the association on Sunday in Lagos at the 35th Annual General Meeting (AGM)/Congress of the body.
The public relations expert was announced as one to steer the association to for the next two years by the shurah committee headed by Professor Luqman Adams.
Alao, who was said to be on an assignment outside of Lagos State, was represented by the newly elected Deputy President III, Alhaja Muhidat Kemi Bello.
In his acceptance speech, he promised that the new executive committee was looking to revitalise the UMA and sought the support of all members in achieving the aim.
“On behalf of my new President, Dr Mumini Alao, I hereby accept his nomination to be the president of UMA for the next two years. We beseech Almighty Allah to give us the wherewithal, the ability to move the UMA to higher heights.
“The previous executives have done quite a good job and the majority of our members have been quite supportive. We also seek the support of all members of the association for this new executive. There are a number of us that have been here for a long time, and we’ve seen the evolution of the University of Lagos Muslim Alumni.
“We are looking to revitalise the association and do a lot more. We will try to ensure that these trying times do not make us lose sight of what still need to be done. We need your support and prayers. We will also continue to run to former leaders to give us needed support and push where necessary.
“I hereby accept this on behalf of the new president. I pray that Almighty Allah make it easy for us,” she said.
In a lecture, an Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Lagos, Dr Waziri Adisa, said young Nigerians continue to leave the country because basic necessities of life are unavailable.
Dr Adisa spoke on the topic ‘Nigerian Youth Exodus: Matters Arising’, underlining unemployment among young people as a major driver of emigration from the country.
He charged the government to improve on the economy and the standard of living of the citizens.
The don said: “One thing we should also note is that not all of these youths are moving out of the country to the West or Europe. Many of them move to other African countries, including South Africa and Ghana, places where they think their economies are good.
“That is a message to Nigeria that we need to improve on our economy, infrastructure, job creation, skills acquisition, so that we can attract our youths. We should not be spending huge money producing professionals and allowing these professionals to leave and develop other countries of the world.”
“The state is the agent while the youths are the principals. So, the state must be accountable. One of the ways of being accountable is to manage the economy, cut down inflation and improve the standard of living of citizens.”
Earlier, the immediate past president of the UMA, Professor Khalid Adekoya, gave an account of his stewardship and assured the new executive members of adequate support.
Professor Adekoya also offered useful ideas as to how to steer the affairs of the association.
He said his exco also supported undergraduate and postgraduate Muslim students with scholarships and advisory services, leading to a good number of Muslim undergraduates finishing with first class honours.
Professor Adekoya said, “We’ve been able to bring erudite scholars to discuss contemporary issues in the areas of policies, economy, agriculture, and social wellbeing. We have been able to support our students in the Muslim Students’ Society (MSS) both monetarily as well as in advisory capacity.
He said, “One of the things we have been able to achieve in the advisory capacity was making sure that during the last three years, the Muslim students finished with first class. We contributed our quota to the extent that 30 of MSSN members finished with first class, and our post graduate students also did well, because of the involvement of UMA.
“We have also been able to support graduates with scholarships. Last year, we were able to give over 30 scholarships for PhDs and undergraduate programmes to our members.”
The Professor of Genetics advised the new exco to continue on the path already established by the preceding administrations.
Other members of the newly sworn in executive committee include Alhaji Muhammad Salam, Deputy President I; Professor Habeeb Tijani, Deputy President II; Alhaja Muhidat Kemi Bello, Deputy President III; Professor Shakirudeen Odunuga, Vice President I; Alhaji Tajudeen Adebanjo, General Secretary; AbdulHakeem Qasim, Assistant General Secretary; Dr Ganiyat Adenle-Tijani, Public Relations Officer I: and Alhaja Zainab Shogbesan, Public Relations Officer II.
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