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  • We’ll Present A More Capable Hand To Replace Gbajabiamila – Lagos APC

    We’ll Present A More Capable Hand To Replace Gbajabiamila – Lagos APC

    The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has promised that due process will be followed for the replacement of Mr Femi Gbajabiamila, member-elect for Surulere I Constituency for the 10th Assembly.

    The development is coming following his appointment as the Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, a position he will assume on June 14.

    Gbajabiamila, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, who has spent 20 years in the lower chamber, was re-elected for the 6th term to represent his constituency.

    He was to resume as a member of the next Assembly before his appointment by the President, and this would render his position in the 10th NASS vacant.

    Speaking on his replacement, the spokesperson for Lagos APC, Seye Oladejo, stated that the ticket belonged to the party and a new candidate would be recommended by the constituency before a decision would be taken.

    “The constituency will be involved and have their say as normal in politics. We will have somebody more than capable of stepping into the big shoe of Hon Femi Gbajabiamila who has been able to make a mark as he has also done during his time in the lower chamber.

    “Basically, the ticket belongs to the party, and the party will carry out what is necessary,” Oladejo said.

  • Tinubu Officially Appoints Gbajabiamila As Chief Of Staff

    Tinubu Officially Appoints Gbajabiamila As Chief Of Staff

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday in Abuja announced the appointment of Speaker of House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila as Chief of Staff.

    The president also appointed Sen. Ibrahim Hassan Hadejia, a former Deputy Governor of Jigawa State, as Deputy Chief of Staff.

    In a meeting with the Progressives Governors Forum (PGF), the President also named a former Governor of Benue State and immediate past Minister of Special Duties, George Akume, to serve as Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF).

    Those present at the meeting were governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Abdullahi Sule (Nasarawa), Umar Namadi (Jigawa), Inuwa Yahaya (Gombe), Yahaya Bello (Kogi), Professor Babagana Zulum (Borno), and Mai Mala Buni (Yobe).

    Others are Uba Sani (Kaduna), Dikko Radda (Katsina), Father Hyacinth Alia (Benue), AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq (Kwara), Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), Umar Bago (Niger), Aliyu Ahmed (Sokoto), Francis Nwifuru (Ebonyi) and Bassey Otu (Cross River).

    APC governors not seen at the meeting included Oluwarotimi Akeredolu (Ondo), Biodun Oyebanji, and Dr Nasir Idris (Kebbi).

    Also present were Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, the Permanent Secretary of the State House, Tijjani Umar, and former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nuhu Ribadu.

    There are suggestions that the meeting which marks the first official interaction between President Tinubu and the APC governors since his inauguration earlier this week, may have as part of its agenda, the selection of leaders for the National Assembly, ministerial appointments, as well as the fuel issue currently rocking the nation.

  • Gbajabiamila sad over Dopkesi’s death

    Gbajabiamila sad over Dopkesi’s death

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has expressed sadness over the death of the chairman and founder of the AIT/Raypower FM, High Chief Raymond Aleogho Anthony Dopkesi.

    Gbajabiamila described Chief Dopkesi as a patriotic Nigerian who would be sorely missed.

    He said he received the news of the media entrepreneur with rude shock, noting that he has left a vacuum in the Nigerian media industry as the pioneer of private radio station in Nigeria.

    The Speaker recalled how Chief Dopkesi combined his media entrepreneurship with politics, which he said provided the late owner of AIT/Raypower FM the opportunity to appreciate leadership in the country.

    Gbajabiamila sent his heartfelt condolences to the AIT/Raypower family, people and government of Edo State, especially the people of Weppa-Wanno Kingdom, where Chief Dopkesi held the traditional title of Ezomo.

    While praying for the repose of the soul of the late media mogul, Gbajabiamila prayed to God to give his family the fortitude to bear the loss.

  • Gbajabiamila hails Tinubu on inauguration as Nigeria’s 16th President

    Gbajabiamila hails Tinubu on inauguration as Nigeria’s 16th President

    …says Nigeria will witness renewed hope

    …notes president, VP well prepared for leadership

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has congratulated President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his inauguration as the 16th President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

    Gbajabiamila hailed Tinubu for his sagacity, resilience, determination, and commitment to Nigeria’s democracy for over three decades, which were crowned by his election on February 25 as Nigeria’s 16th President.

    With Tinubu’s inauguration, Gbajabiamila said, Nigeria has taken off on a good footing after the administration of outgoing president, Muhammadu Buhari.

    He said the country would truly witness renewed hope as captured in the president’s campaign slogan and his inaugural speech where he promised Nigerians that he would govern and not rule them.

    Gbajabiamila was elated that President Tinubu promised to hit the ground running in the areas of the economy, security, agriculture, and unemployment, among others.

    In a statement he personally signed, Speaker Gbajabiamila noted with delight how Tinubu has resolved to unite Nigeria, coming out of a highly contested election, where he emerged victorious.

    The Speaker said President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima are well prepared for the task ahead, hence, he expressed confidence that the president would not disappoint Nigeria and Nigerians.

    “It gives me great pleasure to join millions of Nigerians at home and the world over on this great day where a great Nigerian, a dogged fighter, a democrat, a unifier and a nationalist, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is inaugurated as the 16th President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

    “It has been a long walk. But with determination, resilience, tenacity, and doggedness, the Almighty God has made it possible. Nigerians have spoken on February 25, and today, we are witnessing the inauguration of one of our finest and most strategic politicians in history as Nigeria’s president.

    “I have no doubt in my mind whatsoever that President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu will take Nigeria to the next level of good governance.

    “I call on Nigerians both at home and abroad to join hands and support the Tinubu administration for a better Nigeria that works for all of us. Nigeria is the only country we can call our own. We must work together and give the new government the desired support to succeed.

    “Again, Tinubu has a capable and competent hand in Vice President Kashim Shettima. I believe that with VP Shettima beside him, President Tinubu has a worthy partner and would find it easy to govern the country,” Gbajabiamila said.

    Gbajabiamila wished President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu success in his 4-year tenure.

  • Gbajabiamila celebrates Nigerian children

    Gbajabiamila celebrates Nigerian children

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has congratulated Nigerian children on the occasion of this year’s Children’s Day celebration.

    The Speaker said the children are worth celebrating for their visible determination to succeed against all odds, as exemplified by the many feats they have accomplished since the last celebration.

    He, however, emphasised the need for concerted efforts to assist Nigerian children in harnessing their potential and fulfilling their dreams.

    According to him, the fearsome reported statistics of out-of-school children in the country call for concern for the future of the country.

    Saying that the fulfilment of the saying that “children are the leaders of tomorrow’ lies in a deliberate and strategic formulation and implementation of policies, including the legislative framework to give quality education to Nigerian children and reduce the number of out-of-school children at all levels of government.

    It is for this reason, Gbajabiamila noted that the 9th House prioritised the passage of legislation that impacts positively on the socio-economic well-being of Nigerians.

    He also emphasized that no efforts should be spared by the governments at all levels and the private sector in supporting policies that promote the rights of the Nigerian child, including their inalienable right to a good education.

    The Speaker however enjoined parents to ensure that the Nigerian child is not excluded from global competitions and emerging trends in a constantly changing global village and must, as a matter of duty, strive to be responsible and responsive in taking good care and training of their children for the betterment of the children and future of the country

    Gbajabiamila wished the children many more celebrations for the day.

  • Gbajabiamila lauds Buhari for signing National Social Investment Establishment bill into law

    Gbajabiamila lauds Buhari for signing National Social Investment Establishment bill into law

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has expressed his appreciation to President Muhammadu Buhari for signing into law eight bills of far-reaching impact, one of which is the National Social Investment Establishment Act, 2023.

    While commending the President for signing into law several bills since his assumption of office in 2019, Gbajabiamila noted that laws that impact the socio-economic and political growth of the nation have always been of priority to him.

    The effect of these new laws on the generality of Nigerians cannot be overemphasized because, besides institutionalizing due diligence, the implementation of these life-changing laws becomes a constitutional matter that can no longer be subjected to the whims of any individual.

    The Speaker expressed his excitement at the National Social Investment Establishment Act, which he said has the potential to bring governance closer to the grassroots.

    Gbajabiamila said his excitement stemmed from the fact that he sponsored the first of the National Social Investment Establishment Bills in 2020, where he proposed, amongst others, the need to establish the National Social Investment Coordinating Office to manage the implementation of the National Social Investment programmes aimed at alleviating poverty and improving human development indices and for the overall social development of Nigeria.

    Recall that the bill was passed by the House in April 2022 and forwarded to the Senate.

  • Gbajabiamila salutes Nigerian workers, says their sacrifices won’t go in vain

    Gbajabiamila salutes Nigerian workers, says their sacrifices won’t go in vain

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has lauded the efforts of the Nigerian workers on the occasion of this year’s International Workers’ Day.

    Gbajabiamila said the Nigerian workers have paid their dues over the years, therefore, they deserved to be celebrated always, not just on workers’ day.

    Recalling the sacrifices of the Nigerian workers, Gbajabiamila said such would not go in vain, noting that they would continue to reap from their good works.

    He said Nigeria would not have been what it is today if not for the diligence, dedication and commitment at various levels.

    He saluted them for their invaluable contributions to the growth and development of Nigeria even as he urged them to do more for the betterment of the country.

  • Gbajabiamila mourns famous Nigerian journalist Peter Pan

    Gbajabiamila mourns famous Nigerian journalist Peter Pan

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has expressed sadness over the death of Nigeria’s famous journalist, Peter Enahoro, popularly known as Peter Pan.

    With the passing of Peter Pan, Nigeria has lost one of its finest journalists who lent their voices for the betterment of the country, Gbajabiamila said.

    He said as a columnist, Mr. Peter Enahoro used his pen patriotically, calling attention to the salient issues in the society.

    Speaker Gbajabiamila prayed for the repose of the soul of the late writer, author and publisher.

    He equally prayed God to give his family the fortitude to bear the loss.

  • Gbajabiamila Mourns The Nation Editor Yusuf Alli’s mother

    Gbajabiamila Mourns The Nation Editor Yusuf Alli’s mother

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has expressed grief over the death of the mother of Yusuf Alli, The Nation Newspaper’s Managing Editor for Northern Operations.

    Hajiya Hawau Odee Yusuf, who died at the weekend, was aged 89.

    Gbajabiamila said the late Hajiya Hawau Yusuf was a great mother and a community leader who raised her children to become responsible in life.

    The speaker said though he was sad that Hajiya Hawau is no more, her legacy would “remain with us for many years to come.”

    He sent heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Hajiya Hawau Odee Yusuf, especially Alhaji Yusuf Alli, over the loss.

    The Speaker equally prayed Allah to grant her a peaceful resting place in Jannatul Firdaus.

  • Eid-El-Fitr: Gbajabiamila Felicitates Muslims, Calls For Unity

    Eid-El-Fitr: Gbajabiamila Felicitates Muslims, Calls For Unity

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has rejoiced with Muslims across the country on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of this year’s Ramadan.

    Gbajabiamila also congratulated the Muslim faithful for the successful completion of the 1444/2023 Ramadan, in which he said lessons must have been learnt.

    Reflecting on the significance of the just concluded Ramadan fasting, the Speaker said Muslims should internalize the lessons and good habits that usually come with the religious practice.

    He called on Muslims across the country to use the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr to pray for the country.

    Gbajabiamila noted that periods like this call for sober reflection and unity from all citizens irrespective of their religious beliefs.

    The speaker said, “Nigeria is the only country we can call ours, hence the citizens, especially Muslims at this time, must work together and pray assiduously for continuous peaceful coexistence among the people.”

    He noted that one of the lessons learnt during the holy month of Ramadan was that of compassion and care for the needy, urging Muslims to continue to be their brother’s keepers as enjoined by the Almighty Allah through the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW).