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NCWS call on FG to take adequate measures to address diaspora killings of Nigerians

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6 years ago

July 21, 2019

NCWS call on FG to take adequate measures to address diaspora killings of Nigerians

The National Council of Women Societies (NCWS) has called on President Muhammedu Buhari, to take adequate steps to address the killings of Nigerians in diaspora.

The National president of NCWS, Dr (Mrs) Gloria Laraba Shoda, mni made the call in a statement on Sunday in Abuja.

She said the killings of Nigerians all over the world is worrisome adding that the President Buhari led Federal Government should do more to ensure the safety of all Nigerians.

Recall that 118 Nigerians had so far lost their lives in different attacks over the years, out of which 13 were by the South African Police.

According to her, innocent Nigerians cannot continue to loss their lives just because they want to live in a foreign country.

“I think that the killings have continued because our government is not taking any decisive steps to address the incidents.

” Aside South Africa, Nigerians are also have been killed in other countries, such Italy etc’

“We are battling with the insecurity challenges in our country and our brothers and sisters that are aboard are also not allowed to have a peaceful life.

” This is unacceptable and as women, we are joining our voices with millions of Nigerians to say, No to inhuman treatment on Nigerians, No to the killings of Nigerians in daispora,” she said.

The council National President also called on the government to in testify its efforts to put an end to the present insecurity challenges in the country.

Innocent Nigerians like Funke Olakunrin, the second daughter of Afenifere leader, Reuben Fasoranti and many others who have been killed by either, Boko Haram, Bandits, Herdsmen, and other criminals all deserve justice.

”The Federal Government should I testify its efforts to address the situation Insecurity in the country have rendered many homeless and caused young women to become widows and thousands of children orphans.

Shoda commended Senate President, Ahmed Lawan for the prompt action taken to begin to address the issue of recent killings in South Africa.

The council also commends Diaspora commission, led by Abike Dabiri, adding that the council would be ready at all times to add its voice to this cause.

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Ogunlesi backs Tinubu reforms as FIRS chairman Adedeji highlights export-led economy

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October 6, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

After a high-level meeting with President Bola Tinubu in Abuja, Nigerian-born global investor Adebayo Ogunlesi expressed renewed confidence in the country’s economic reforms, indicating potential mega investments across energy, aviation, and port sectors.

He was joined in that optimism by Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), who stressed that the reforms were laying the groundwork for an export-driven economy.

Speaking to journalists after the closed-door meeting, Ogunlesi praised the sweeping policy changes under Tinubu’s administration, including the removal of subsidies, tax reforms, and the revival of a refinery already exporting aviation fuel.

“We had an excellent meeting where we discussed how to put Nigeria front and center for international investment. The President was very encouraging, and we shared useful suggestions on driving economic growth,” Ogunlesi said.
Although he declined to reveal specific details, Ogunlesi confirmed that his firm is actively investing in Nigeria and assessing new opportunities.

“Watch this space. Nigeria is not yet the most exciting investment destination, but that’s what we are working on,” he teased.

Pressed on the sectors of interest, Ogunlesi highlighted energy, gas, aviation, ports, and renewables. Drawing on his firm’s experience with LNG projects in Texas and Australia, he noted Nigeria’s massive untapped gas reserves.

On aviation, he acknowledged his reputation as “the guy who bought Gatwick Airport” and signaled interest in similar ventures locally.
He also admitted that one of his companies operates ports in Cotonou and Lomé but none in Nigeria, a point Tinubu reportedly challenged him on.

“He forgave me but said, ‘you have to bring port investment to Nigeria,’” Ogunlesi recounted with a smile.

International investor Hakeem Bello-Osagie, who was also present, underscored the importance of diaspora participation in Nigeria’s growth story.
“When Nigerians at home and abroad invest in Nigeria, it sends a strong signal to the world,” he said, lauding Tinubu’s policies for making the country “investable.”

Echoing the sentiment, FIRS chairman Adedeji described the reforms as the foundation for an export-led economy.

“We’ve done the fundamentals, and now it is time to deliver growth,” he said.

With global players signaling confidence, the momentum for Nigeria’s economic repositioning is gaining ground, setting the stage for transformative investments in key industries.

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