Tag: ‘With Immediate Effect

Why Alimosho LG Chair, Jelili Sulaimon, Was Suspended With Unanimous Vote – Lagos Assembly

ADEOLA YUSUF

+ What happened when Platforms Africa called the embattled Chairman of the biggest local government in Lagos   The Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday handed down an indefinite suspension to the chairman of the Alimosho Local Government Area, Jelili Sulaimon. The suspension is with immediate effect. Platforms Africa reports that Sulaimon nether picked calls nor responded to messages seeking his reaction to the development. His media aide, Opeyemi, could also not be reached. Sitting at plenary, the lawmakers resolved that the vice chairman of the council, Mr. Akinpelu…

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‘With Immediate Effect’, Ghana Sacks Coach Hughton After AFCON Exit

Ganiyu Amodu

Chris Hughton has been sacked as coach of Ghana after the Black Stars’ early elimination from the Africa Cup of Nations. Hughton’s side failed to win any of their three group-stage matches in Cote D’Ivoire, picking up only two points and finishing third in Group B. A statement from the Ghana Football Federation on Tuesday stated the sack of the Englishman was decided by the executive council. “The Ghana Football Association (GFA) wishes to announce that Chris Hughton has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the senior…

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‘With Immediate Effect,’ Tinubu Sacks BPE, FCCPC CEOs, Gives Reasons

Ganiyu Amodu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sacked Mr. Babatunde Irukera — EVC/CEO, Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), and Mr. Alexander Ayoola Okoh — Director-General/CEO, Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE). Media Aide to the President, Ajuri Ngelale, who confirmed this in a statement, noted that the action was “in conformity with plans to restructure and reposition critical agencies of the Federal Government towards protecting the rights of Nigerian consumers and providing a strong basis for enhanced contributions to the nation’s economy by key growth-enabling institutions.” READ ALSO Sexual Scandal: Court…

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‘With Immediate Effect,’ Metal Scavengers Barred In Borno

Abibat Babalola

Governor Babagana Zulum announced on Monday a total ban on metal scavenging in Borno State with immediate effect. The governor declared that an executive order would subsequently be issued to that effect. Zulum made the announcement after sighting some metals vandalised by scavengers from government structures during a visit to the Bulumkutu area of Maiduguri, the state capital. READ ALSO: Court Stops Prosecution Of Suspended Adamawa REC The Path Lai Oso Dreaded, By Dorcas Sanni Platforms Africa’s Ayobami Adedinni Wins Award In Kenya All those things are government properties; you…

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