PINK REPUBLIC/ MY BLOG IS A STORY MARATHON.

     The Ogun State Governor will on Thursday inaugurate an Elders’ Advisory Council at the Obas Complex inside the State Secretariat in Abeokuta by 2pm. The Governor said the composition of the Council was part of the Government’s desire to tap from the fountain of wisdom of the elderly in our society and to give the state the benefit of the knowledge garnered over the years by these statesmen and women. “It is in order to walk the talk about our commitment to inclusive and participatory governance that we are doing this. We stand to benefit from these elders in our midst”, a statement issued by Abidoun spokesman, Kunle Somorin said. The newly constituted Governors’ Elders Advisory Council (GEAC) comprises of critical stakeholders in the All Progressives Congress (APC) and outside the main political parties in the State. Members of the Council include statesmen and women who have the requisite governance, business and political experiences necessary to deliver the dividends o

       Rivers State Deputy Governor Dr Mrs Ipalibo Harry Banigo says the Youths and Young Adults Training and Empowerment Programme she organized for the Old Degema Province is a bold initiative to bridge the practical -skills-set our Local Government Areas need to be abreast with modern realities. Dr Banigo stated this during the Flag Off of a One Month Free Special Skills Acquisition Training and Empowerment Programme for three thousand youths, at the Degema Stadium on Monday, 6th January 2020. According to Dr. Banigo beneficiaries of the programme are expected to be self-reliant with intent to contribute meaningfully to the micro-economy of their respective Local Government Areas and the State at large. She said the Christian based entrepreneurship programme is being organized in collaboration with Redemption Ministries, which had done similar programmes in Bayelsa State and the Western part of the Country. The Deputy Governor who disclosed that this programme has unique fe

       President Buhari receives briefing from INEC Chairman and Inspector General of Police in State House on 7th Jan 2020 INEC 3: President Buhari with L-R: Hon. Commissioner AVM Muazu, Prof. Okey Ibeanu, Mrs May Agbamuche-Mbu, INEC Chairman Prof. Mahmoud Yakubu, Chief of Staff Abba Kyari, Prof. Anthonia Okoosi-Simbine, IG of Police Abubakar Adamu Mohammed, DSS DG Yusuf Magaji Bichi, Prince Solomon Adedeji and Engr Abubakar Nahuche as he receives briefing from INEC Chairman and Inspector General of Police in State House on 7th Jan 2020. BE FIRM, FREE, FAIR AND LET NIGERIANS ELECT WHOEVER IS THEIR CHOICE, PRESIDENT BUHARI CHARGES INEC, POLICE President Muhammadu Buhari Tuesday followed with action his resolve to engender a free, fair and credible electoral process. He met at State House, Abuja, with Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, other top officials of the electoral body, and the Inspector General of Police,

      The Lagos State Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, Dr. Adewale Ahmed has called on Lagosians to be more proactive and safety conscious, especially during the present harmattan period in the State. Ahmed, who made the call during a media briefing at Ikeja, revealed that Lagos has recorded about 39 fire incidents in the first week of 2020, stressing that there is a need for all residents to be more careful as the dry harmattan period enhances the spread of fire easily. While reiterating government’s determination to secure the lives and property of Lagosians, the Commissioner enjoined residents to place gas cylinders outside the kitchen, stressing that cylinders should not be overloaded or expired in order to avoid explosion or fire incidents. He also implored residents neither to store fuel or diesel nor use candles except when necessary during a power cut, adding that it is essential for people to put off candles before going to sleep to prev

      In fulfilment of his pledge to end poverty through the implementation of socio-economic empowerment programs, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday empowered a total of 1,050 vulnerable and indigent residents in the state. The Governor, who promised to uplift the living standards of the citizens at the inception of his administration kept part of the promise through the Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. The government achieved the feat by working with various associations across the State, who in turn reached out to the beneficiaries. The event, which held at De Blue Roof in Lagos Television Complex, Ikeja, marked a turning point for thousands of residents who could not hide their admiration for Governor Sanwo-Olu and his administration. The Governor noted that the programme is in line with the foundational ideology of his political party, the All Progressives Congress, adding that it is an attempt to boost the economy of the most vuln

    Hollywood Actress Cameron Diaz welcomes her first child with her husband Benjamin Madden.Though a source claimed she gave birth to her baby at the end of December but they just made the announcement on social media when she shared a photo that reads ''Happy New Year from the Maddens!.We are so happy,blessed and grateful to begin this new decade by announcing the birth of our daughter,Raddix Madden.She has instantly captured our hearts and completed our family.While we are overjoyed to share this news,we also feel a strong instinct to protect our little one's privacy.So we won't be posting pictures or sharing any more details,other than the fact that she is really really cute!! Some would even say RAD:}.From our family to all of yours,we're sending our love and best wishes for a Happy New Year and Happy New Decade... Sincerely, Cameron&Benji. One more photo below.

       Nigerian born singer, producer cum songwriter TRENDZ joins a force with talented singer XO to put out a massive inspirational banger on the A-list songs titled “TE KPA MO SE”. TRENDZ is not a small fry in the Nigerian music scene, he is known for producing “KILLA”, one of YEMI ALADE’s many hit songs and also working with the likes of OREZI, ICE PRINCE to mention but few. TRENDZ is currently signed to foreign record label SWIISH MUSIC.One more photo below.

       The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has promised that tourism and entertainment sectors in Lagos State would receive more attention from the State Government in the year 2020. Sanwo-Olu made the promise at the grand finale of the “Greater Lagos 2020 Extravaganza” organised by the State government through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture. The event which kicked off simultaneously in five different centres - Ikorodu, Badagry, Agege, Victoria Island and Epe respectively on Christmas Day, climaxed on New Year's Eve until the early hours of January 1, 2020. The Governor, who attended the Eko Atlantic Centre of the event for the grand finale in Victoria Island, assured participants that the new year holds greater potentials for the State in general and the entertainment sector in particular. In his words, "I can assure you all that this Year 2020 will be the beginning of greater, bigger and mightier things to happen in our entertainment and tour

      Borno Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum has paid tribute to headquarters of the Nigerian Army for the swiftness with which the army announced readiness to immediately investigate conducts involving stop and search of passengers around Njimtilo. Zulum spoke in reaction to a statement issued last night by Colonel Aminu Iliyasu, coordinator of the Army’s operations’ media. The Governor, in a statement released by his spokesman, Isa Gusau, said the speedy response from the army headquarters only reaffirms what every Nigerian already knows about the exceptional leadership credentials of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, and many others that have done so much for Borno and Nigeria. “Governor Zulum is very pleased with the swift action from the Army Headquarters and by implication, Headquarters of Operation Lafiya Dole. The decision to immediately investigate some conducts around Njimtilo in the course of (the absolute necessity to search vehicles for secur

      President Muhammadu Buhari met with the National Leader of the All Progressive Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the State House, Abuja.

      Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie is celebrating his 38th birthday today, January 7th. Yul Edochie, is the last son of veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie and was born on January 7th, 1982 in Lagos, Nigeria. Celebrating his birthday, he posted this picture and wrote... Happy 38th birthday to me. This year I pray for wisdom oh Lord! Happy birthday to him..

      Governor Samuel Ortom earlier today, assisted by the State Commissioner of Police, Muhammed Mukadas, decorated his Aide-De-Camp, ADC, Julius Nyipila and the Commander Operation Zenda, Justine Gberindyer with new ranks. While the Governor's ADC was decorated with the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police, ASP, the Commander Operation Zenda was decorated with the rank of Chief Superintendent of Police, CSP. The two officers pledged to redouble their efforts in rendering service to their fatherland, even as they expressed appreciation to the Nigerian Police for finding them worthy for the promotion.More photos below.  

      ANAMBRA STATE POLICE COMMAND DIARY: On the 6/1/2020 at about 09:45am, one Rev. Dr. Kajetan Anuforo 'm', the Principal of Patterson Memorial Grammar School, Awada reported at Awada Police Station that there was a fire outbreak in the school on the 05/01/2020 at about 10:pm,at a section of the school dormitory when the students were out in the field for night prayers. 2. The fire which completely burnt down a dormitory block was eventually put off by the concerted efforts of the staff and students of the School. However, when the dust settled, it was discovered that a JSS 1 student identified as one Chigozie Dim Anyichie aged 11years, who did not go out with other students for prayers was caught up in the inferno and burnt beyond recognition. 3. Police detectives led by DPO Awada Division CSP Tony Adeyi visited the scene and took the victim to the hospital where he was certified dead by a medical doctor. Corpse photographed and deposited at the mortuary for postmor

      Enugu State Police Command has paraded three of its officers who were caught brutalising a civilian identified as Mr Justice Obasi in a viral social media video. It was learnt that the incident which took place on January 4 along Kenyatta Street, Uwani, Enugu attracted the attention of the Inspector General of Police who ordered the identification and prosecution of the erring officers. Commissioner of Police in Enugu, Mr Ahmed Abdurahman, while addressing journalists in his office on Monday revealed that the command had constituted a panel of inquiry whose report would be used as a base for the orderly room trial of the affected officers. He said the panel had been given three days to conclude its work and report back to the command through his office. “After the panel’s three days’ work, we will look into the panel’s findings and recommendation. Then, they will definitely face orderly room trial and after all these we know what level of punishment will be meted on the

         The Lagos State Government, through the Office of the Public Defender (OPD), has averted the death of a 14-day old baby who was severely jaundiced at birth but the parents refused to consent to the urgent blood transfusion recommended for her survival. Speaking on the incident over the weekend, the Director, Lagos State Office of the Public Defender, Mrs. Olayinka Adeyemi explained that the baby girl (name withheld) was delivered prematurely at a private hospital in Surulere on 18th of December, 2019 to a family residing at Abata Close, Orile-Iganmu. According to her, “The baby at birth was discovered to be severely jaundiced and therefore recommended for urgent blood transfusion to survive. However, the parents of the girl who are Jehovah Witnesses, and on Medical Insurance (HMO), vehemently opposed the blood transfusion for the baby citing religious belief and decided to force the discharge of the baby contrary to medical advice”. “It was the critical health conditio

      First Lady of Nigeria, Dr. Mrs. Aisha Buhari has distributed food items to vulnerable groups in Gombe State through her pet-project Future Assured as part of a series of humanitarian activities that the First Lady embarked upon since November 2019, focusing on hospitals, charity organisations and the poor . The first lady’s delegation was on a mercy mission to Gombe state from 3rd to 4th January, 2020. Mrs. Buhari, in her goodwill message delivered by Aliyu Abdullahi, Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity, (Office of the First Lady) said the visit was to show love to the most vulnerable in our communities and to remind the people of Gombe State that the mother of the nation has not forgotten them and infact identifies with them in their time of need. Mr. Abdullahi also informed the beneficiaries that the First Lady remembers their demonstration of love, support and solidarity to her husband, President Muhammadu Buhari by the people of Gombe State. Fir