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Ibadan Explosion: Media Forum Wants Tinubu’s urgent intervention, appeals to philanthropists
Joel Ajayi
A Forum of Oyo State Media Practitioners in Abuja (FOMPA) has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led federal government to quickly direct urgent intervention into the unfortunate explosion in Ibadan, Oyo state, where lives and property worth billions of Naira were destroyed.
In a statement Signed by the Interim Coordinator Forum of Oyo State Media Practitioners in Abuja, Bode Olagoke on Wednesday in Abuja, the Forum, in a condolence message to the families of those who lost their lives, also commended Governor Seyi Makinde-led State Government for his prompt intervention in the disaster.
According to the State Government, 77 persons were injured, 2 died while several property were destroyed.
In a statement released Wednesday in Abuja, the media practitioners of Oyo State extraction, expressed concerns about the well-being of their fellow Oyo indigenes and residents and appealed to philanthropists accross the country to come to their aid by ameliorating the untold hardship such wanton destruction would bring on the victims.
The statement reads: “As a Forum and the voice of our people in Oyo State, we hereby condemn the unwholesome action of the few which caused the dastard explosion in Bodija area of Ibadan which affected the lives and property of our peace-loving people in Oyo State.
“We seize this medium to sincerely express our condolences to the families of the affected persons and we pray for quick recovery of the injured ones.
“We also commend the quick intervention of Governor Seyi Makinde. The Governor’s visit to the scene is encouraging and his promise to pay the medical bills of the injured is also commended.
“We, however, using this medium to call on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to show concern, direct urgent intervention and help the victims to rebuild their lives because the core function of a government is the security and well-being of the people.
“We also appeal to philanthropists across Nigeria and beyond to come to the aid of our people to reduce the burden and hardship this explosion could bring on our peace-loving people in Oyo State.”
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The newly confirmed Board of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have being urged to provide bold, transparent, and accountable leadership that will consolidate ongoing reforms in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector and expand digital access to every part of the country.
Sources revealed what the President will expect of them following the Senate’s confirmation.
Chief Idris Ibikunle Olorunnimbe as Chairman of the Board of the NCC, along with other distinguished members:
• Senator Ramoil Olalekan Mustafa, CON
• Engr. Ikechukwu Ugwuegede
• Princess Oristserenwe Emiko
• Barr. Christopher Sandy Okorie
• Hajiya Maryam Bayi
The new Board brings together experienced professionals and reform-minded leaders at a critical time in the evolution of Nigeria’s digital economy.
Chief Olorunnimbe is part of a new generation of leaders whose blend of innovation, entrepreneurship, and public service reflects the administration’s vision of a knowledge-driven, inclusive, and globally competitive economy.
NCC Board is expected to focus on strengthening regulatory independence, improving consumer protection, and accelerating broadband expansion, while ensuring that Nigeria remains a secure, attractive, and competitive destination for digital investment.
Board to work is expected to work in close coordination with the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NCC, and the Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, in advancing the goals and accelerate delivery on the Renewed Hope Agenda for a digitally inclusive, knowledge-driven economy.
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