Obasanjo's Reign Disastrous, Says Olubadan Sep 13, 2008
FORMER President Olusegun Obasanjo's administration again came under scrutiny yesterday, with the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Samuel Odulana declaring it a "failure" ... He blamed the former president for the numerous political upheavals in Ibadan saying the former President rather than the late frontline politician, Alhaji Lamidi Adedibu should be held responsible for the various crises that rocked the political capital of the Southwest during the period ... The monarch restated his demand for the... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Nigeria: Why We Created Niger Delta Ministry, By Yar'Adua Sep 12, 2008
David-West spoke with newsmen in Ibadan while reacting to the establishment of the new ministry, hinting that the creation of the new ministry might not put a final end to the crisis in the region. He said he would prefer that a non-Niger Deltan head the ministry to guard against corrupt practices as witnessed, according to him, in the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). (allAfrica.com)
My plans for Niger Delta, by Yar'Adua Sep 12, 2008
David-West told reporters in Ibadan, Oyo State capital that while the creation of Niger Delta Ministry was commendable, the crisis in the region might persist unless the government did away with sentiments in the appointment of officials to man the ministry. He said: "I give kudos to Yar'Adua. Without taking out anything of his tremendous achievements, what he has done is highly commendable. But it is one thing to create a ministry, it is another thing for the ministry to work. The ministry... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
The Guardian's 25th anniversary lecture" class="heading" > Odinga, Achebe for The Guardian's 25th anniversary lecture Sep 9, 2008
Chinua Achebe is an alumnus of the Government College, Umuahia (1944 -47), and the University College, Ibadan (1948 -53). His incandescently lucid, witty and original style of writing, as well as his thematic pre-occupation with communal life, social transitions, culture and the frontiers of language have lent a new meaning and form to the African novel and inspired generations of African writers. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
For NBA, it's zero tolerance on corruption, Akeredolu pledges Sep 8, 2008
Akeredolu, who spoke in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital yesterday at a thanksgiving service to mark his assumption of office, however, rose in defence of the legal profession, saying that the presence of some black legs among its fold did not mean that the entire judiciary was corrupt ... At the event were members of the Bar and Bench, including Chief 'Folake Solanke (SAN), Chief Akin Olujimi (SAN), Chief Adeniyi Akintola (SAN), Chief Medical Director, University College Hospital (UCH),Ibadan;... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Nigeria: Yar'Adua Down With Renal Problem? Sep 7, 2008
Professor O. O. Akinkugbe, Emeritus Professor of Medicine, University of Ibadan, was the chairman of the occasion, while Lagos State commissioner for health, Dr. Jide Idris, was ably represented by the permanent secretary, Lagos State Health Services Commission, Dr. Funmi Olatunji. The event featured speakers from Nigeria and the United Kingdom. (allAfrica.com)
EFCC Makes Arrest in Lagos Aug 29, 2008
Reacting yesterday in Ibadan, Oyo State, Alao-Akala stated that he would not rejoice over the political misfortune of his predecessor in office. Speaking through Prince Dotun Oyelade, his special adviser on public communication, Governor Alao-Akala, posited that the issue between Ladoja and himself was nothing personal but on state policy. (allAfrica.com)
Tears as Abayomi Ogundeji is buried Aug 29, 2008
" He also gave assurance that efforts to launch a Foundation on his behalf with the aim of taking care of the family he left behind will not be in vain. Among those at the burial were former Lagos State Deputy Governor, Otunba Femi Pedro, Publisher of ThisDay, former Editor of Punch newspaper and now Corporate Affairs Manager, Arik Airline, Gbemiga Ogunleye, The Guardian Editorial Board member, Banji Adisa, the Acting Editor of The Guardian on Saturday, Felix Abugu, former Editorial Board member... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
28 officers sue army authorities over detention Aug 28, 2008
Gen. A.B.Dambazau (formerly the GOC 2nd Division, Nigeria Army, Ibadan), now Chief of Army Staff and nine other top military officers. The plaintiffs in the suit, titled: "Notice of motion for an order enforcing a fundamental right" are asking the court to award them N30 million as damages against the respondents severally and jointly for their unlawful and illegal detention. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Councils wasted N3tr, says EFCC Aug 27, 2008
ICPC goes spiritual to fight corruption From Martins Oloja,Florence Oretade (Abuja) and Iyabo Lawal (Ibadan). IT was thumbs down for the third tier of government yesterday as the Chairman of the Ecomonic and Crimes Commission (EFCC) Mrs. Farida Waziri disclosed that despite the N3 trillion received by the 774 councils in the country between 1999 to 2007, there was nothing to show for the huge funds. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Nigeria: Ruling Party Warns of Coup Plot Aug 21, 2008
nd Division of the Nigeria Army in Ibadan. He also approved the appointment of Major- General A.B. Dambazau as Chief of Army Staff in place of Lieutenant General Luka Yusuf, who is also retiring. (allAfrica.com)
Yar'Adua appoints new service chiefs Aug 21, 2008
He was until yesterday the General Officer Commanding 2nd Division, of the Army in Ibadan ... " Chiefs of Defence Staff and Service Chiefs since May 29, 1999 are as follows: Chiefs of Defence Staff: Admiral Ibrahim Ogohi (Kogi State) General Alexander Ogomudia (Delta) General Martin Luther Agwai (Kaduna) General Andrew Owoye Azazi (Bayelsa) Chiefs of Army Staff: Lt Gen Victor Malu (Benue) Gen Alexander Ogomudia (Delta) Gen Martin Luther Agwai (Kaduna) Gen Andrew Owoye Azazi (Bayelsa) Lt Gen Luka... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Several dignitaries thronged to the home of the late Jose, where they left their impressions of the late maestro. GBENGA SALAU captured a few: Aug 3, 2008
" His professional children at home and abroad are innumerable. Without question, everybody in the Nigerian press today is either a professional son or grandson or great grandson or daughter of Babatunde Jose. As towering as his stature was, he would humour those of us, honoured to be his first borns when introducing us as "my colleagues". Though he was a pious and devoted Muslim leader, he was nevertheless not a religious bigot. With friends across tribal and generational boundaries, Alhaji... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
S'West Governors, Monarchs Meet On Yoruba Unity Aug 2, 2008
FIVE governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)-controlled states in the Southwest yesterday held a crucial meeting with Yoruba traditional and eminent leaders in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital on how to chart a new path of peace and unity in Yorubaland ... Among the prominent Yoruba leaders at the parley were the former Archbishop of Ibadan Diocese of the Methodist Church Nigeria, Bishop Ayo Ladigbolu, as well as chairman of League of Imams and Alfas in the Southwest, Yayi Akorede ... I... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Nigeria: Federalism Only Way Out of Niger-Delta Crisis - Clark Jul 31, 2008
"For instance, in my former Western Nigeria where Chief Obafemi Awolowo was the Premier and leader, it was the most developed and progressive because of its wealth in cocoa. Through cocoa, Awolowo was able to establish the University of Ife, now Obafemi Awolowo University.The introduction of free primary education, establishement of Odua Group of Companies, which remains the largest group of company owned by any individual or state or group of states, the establishment of a television station,... (allAfrica.com)
Weather: Partly cloudy, afternoon storms likely Jul 30, 2008
Melbourne, FL 32940 Last Updated: 07/30/08 08:45:41 EDT. C) Relative Humidity: 97% Barometer: 30. (Florida Today)
Nigeria: Awaiting the Next Ade in Ibadan Politics Jul 27, 2008
Ibadan is the largest city in Nigeria and the second largest in the continent of Africa. Ibadan happens to be the only city that ever experienced excellence in education, broadcasting, recreation and politics ... University of Ibadan, NTA Ibadan, Liberty Stadium, the first tallest building in Nigeria (Cocoa House), among others were the first of their kinds to be established. (allAfrica.com)
Mark, Oyinlola win Jul 16, 2008
From Isa Abdulsalami (Jos), Tunji Omofoye (Osogbo), Simeon Nwakaudu (Makurdi); John Abba Ogbodo, Azimazi Momoh Jimoh (Abuja), Ifedayo Sayo (Ado Ekiti), Saxone Akhaine (Kaduna), (Iyabo Lawal (Ibadan), Abiodun Fagbemi (Ilorin) and Clifford Ndujihe (Lagos). MONTHS of apprehension gave way to celebrations in the political camps of Senate President David Mark and Osun State Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola yesterday as their victories at last year's elections were affirmed by the Court of Appeal in Jos... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Nigeria, 11 others top infant mortality chart Jul 16, 2008
Kike Osinusi, a paediatrician at the University College Hospital Ibadan, submitted that child survival is central to Africa meeting the millennium development goals as six of the goals have targets that relate directly to children's health. According to the report, greater progress on child survival requires the achievement of all the health-related MDGs. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Engineer creates electricity from food waste Jul 13, 2008
It is still going strong and being used to provide cooking fuel for nearly 6000 homes in Ibadan, southern Nigeria. Adelegan tells CNN there are now plans to roll it out across most of Africa, including Zimbabwe, Kenya and Egypt. (CNN -- Tech)
Waziri wants psychiatric tests for public officers Jul 13, 2008
Also speaking in Ibadan, at the 4th Justice Muri Okunola Memorial lecture organised by the National Association of Muslim Law students, Lagos Governor, Babatunde Fashola, tasked African leaders to shun corruption by offering accountable leadership. He also admonishes citizens to also ask their leaders to give account of their stewardship. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
$200 IVF? Coming soon to Africa Jul 8, 2008
"The cost of being infertile in Africa is much greater than in the West," said Oluwole Akande, an emeritus professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. Akande acknowledged the price of the procedure would still be available only to Africa's upper and middle classes. (MSNBC -- Health)
Good Fences Make Good Neighbours: So To Speak Jul 5, 2008
Some Ghanaians living abroad are as worried as some culturally hypersensitive folks in Ghana, who are eager to build fences to ward off the West African brothers and sisters from Ibadan and Ikeja. When it becomes necessary to refer to people who live amongst us as these, those and them, then we are warming up to a siege mentality. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Nigeria: A Plan for More States Proposed Jul 2, 2008
Last week, Senate leader, Testim-Folarin canvassed the creation of Ibadan State from the present Oyo State saying that his people deserved a new state. Ekweremadu said the Senate will examine the merit of calls by different associations and ethnic groups for new states. (allAfrica.com)
No War In Niger Delta, Says Army Jun 28, 2008
Speaking at a briefing to kick start the 145th anniversary celebration of the Nigerian Army, Yusuf stated that for the Army, "the Niger Delta is just like other parts of Nigeria. Nobody has declared war over there. We are there just like we are in Sokoto, Maiduguri, Minna, Jos, Enugu, Lagos, Ibadan and other places. So, for soldiers searching for weapons in some communities in some States, the soldiers don't need orders from anyone to go in search of their weapons. They are duty-bound to... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Nigeria needs electoral crimes commission Jun 27, 2008
Arewa wants 21-year jail term for electoral offenders From Martins Oloja, Nkechi Onyedika (Abuja) and Iyabo Lawal (Ibadan) ... From the traditional institution, the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Samuel Odulana, was on hand with his suggestions ... Oba Odulana spoke yesterday in Ibadan when members of the National Electoral Review Committee led by the former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Muhammadu Uwais, visited him in his palace. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
N41b power sector funds never released, Bankole declares Jun 26, 2008
Thursday, June 26, 2008. Thursday, June 26, 2008. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Adedibu: Soyinka, Nigerians In US Differ Jun 15, 2008
US-BASED Nigerians are focussing on the legacy of the late strongman of Ibadan politics, Chief Lamidi Adedibu and some of them think his politics did some damage to the nation's body polity ... "Ibadan has always been the headquarters of Yoruba politics, but I don't know whether the people in Ibadan rejoicing after his death are happy he lived a long life or that he is now gone." ... " Said he: "The Ibadan 'Garrison Commander' is now gone - and he did live to a ripe old age - but for the sake of... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Nigeria: Adedibu's Burial - Thugs Inflict Pain On Dignitaries Jun 14, 2008
The remains of the late Alhaji Lamidi Adedibu, the strongman of Ibadan politics, were buried yesterday in his Molete, Ibadan home at about 11:30 a.m. amidst tales of bitterness by dignitaries who came for the ceremony. The prayers were said by Alhaji Busari Haruna, the Chief Imam of Ibadan, who beseeched the Almighty Allah to grant the late politician Aljanah Firdaus (paradise) ... Another woman, who was speaking on her mobile phone, instructed her caller not to open her shop today, for as far... (allAfrica.com)
Nigeria:Strongman of Ibadan Politics Dies Jun 12, 2008
com: Nigeria: Adedibu, Strongman of Ibadan Politics, Dies At 80 (Page 1 of 2) ... Nigeria: Adedibu, Strongman of Ibadan Politics, Dies At 80 ... The end came yesterday for Chief Lamidi Ariyibi Adedibu, known as the strongman of Ibadan politics. (allAfrica.com)
Adedibu dies at 81 Jun 12, 2008
Jonathan, others mourn From Iyabo Lawal (Ibadan), Azimazi Momoh Jimoh (Abuja), Tunji Omotoye (Osogbo) and Julius Alabi (Akure) ... Popularly known as " Alaafin Molete", a reference to his over- lordship in Molete neighbourhood in Ibadan city or the Garrison commander" on account of his brand of politics - a blend of cheap populism, and raw thuggery - that often compelled either violent loyalty or violent opposition, he was not just a law unto himself in politics, he was a law unto others,... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
His Life and Times Jun 12, 2008
The late Adedibu was born into the Olupoyi chieftaincy ruling house at Oja-Oba, Ibadan, on October 24, 1927. He attended Mapo Elementary Primary School, Ibadan, and Ibadan High School ... He served as Publicity Secretary to the defunct Action Group (AG) in the colonial period and later became the Chairman of Youth Wing of the party in Ibadan. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Criticisms trail Abubakar's call on Nigerians to forget June 12 Jun 11, 2008
Wednesday, June 11, 2008. Wednesday, June 11, 2008. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Obasanjo, Soyinka, Ulli Beier, Trade Words Jun 8, 2008
The 1986 Nobel laureate for Literature wants the UNESCO institute to be sited in either the University in Ife or Ibadan, but not in the Obasanjo Presidential Library. A source said the world-reputed professor is committed to ensuring that UNESCO does not finalise plans to locate the institute in the Obasanjo Library, including launching an intensive international campaign against the idea. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Nigeria seizes 80 tonnes of drugs Jun 3, 2008
The drugs were seized by NDLEA agents in a single raid in the south-western city of Ibadan, following a tip-off from other security agencies ... Ekaete Egwunwoke, the NDLEA's commander in Oyo state, of which Ibadan is the capital, said his organisation had also discovered two illegal warehouses used by the drug syndicate for the storage of cannabis. (BBC News)
Nigeria:Niger Delta Leaders Dismiss Planned Summit Jun 2, 2008
"The Federal Government should now institute an inquiry into the activities of the oil companies to find out how many people of the Niger Delta are employed in these oil companies and those who have been employed outside the Niger Delta.Today, you have soldiers taking over the jobs of our people. Our people used to be petty contractors, today they have been given to soldiers by the oil companies even at a higher price. We are suffering. I think, you are seeing what Shell is doing?They said Mr.... (allAfrica.com)
Obiakor, Nigerian General, set to be UN's top military chief May 23, 2008
Born on 18 February 1951, Obiakor is a graduate of the National War College in Abuja and has a Master of Science degree in Strategic Studies from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria's premier university. He has participated in numerous international military courses. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Yar'Adua okays new acting chairman, scribe for EFCC May 16, 2008
in Strategic Studies from the University of Ibadan, and attended the National War College, Abuja. "In a career spanning some 35 years of meritorious service, Mrs. Waziri attended various professional and administrative courses at home and abroad, mostly on investigations and operations. "She started her career with the Nigeria Police Force as a recruit in 1965 and rose through the ranks until she retired as an Assistant Inspector-General of Police in the year 2000 on reaching the mandatory... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Yar'Adua raises team to cost IPP projects May 14, 2008
If we must fix the power sector, there must be commitment on the part of the leadership; commitment in the sense that we should not pay lip service," he said. He said former President Olusegun Obasanjo spent eight years fighting with electricity workers who were insisting that the power plants should not be sold to enemies of the state. He advised that any effort aimed at solving the problem of the power sector should be linked with power generation, which he said, must progressively grow from... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Nigeria:Police Chief Warns Of Al-Qaeda Bomb Plot May 11, 2008
While directing Command CPs to rescind their earlier decision to eject SSS personnel resident in police barracks as the issue of their stay had been amicably resolved, the IG said CPs should henceforth organize lectures for officers and men on safety precautions, and custody of riffle to prevent the ugly incident that happened at Ibadan recently. Relevant Links. (allAfrica.com)
Al Qaeda targeting Nigeria: report May 10, 2008
Another charge said the militants had an AK 47 rifle, ammunition, dynamite, fertiliser "and 11 explosive devices" which they planned to use to attack government facilities and installations in the southern cities of Lagos and Ibadan. Nigeria's 140 million population is roughly equally split between Christians and Muslims. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
No vacuum in Yoruba leadership, says Falae May 2, 2008
We nominated him at Premier Hotel, Ibadan in 1998 and by the grace of God, we will nominate another leader in June. " Ogunlana dismissed apprehensions that the coalition might be infiltrated by power brokers and thereby influence its choice. "Nobody influenced us in 1998 when we nominated Adesanya and so nobody will influence us today," he stated. In a related development, another Yoruba group, the World Festival of Yoruba Arts and Culture (WOFEYAC) has said that "an acceptable Yoruba leader"... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Nigeria: Scarcity Linked to Intercepted Vessels Apr 7, 2008
The results obtained from the test are compared with the certificate of quality specifications before approving discharge into storage tanks," the official said, adding that the agency has mandated all depot owners to have well equipped laboratories for everyday test and confirmation of product quality before discharge for public consumption.However, the DPR checks at the ports for ethanol content are believed to have resulted in the scarcity of petroleum products across the country as long... (allAfrica.com)
Africa advancesThe research centre dedicated to improving the lives of Africans Apr 7, 2008
The Institute is funded by international donors and sits in a lush campus on the outskirts of Ibadan, Nigeria. It can afford to hire some of the world's best plant breeders, who use conventional techniques rather than genetic modification. (BBC News -- Science)
Afram Plains Sold to Foreign Investor Apr 5, 2008
In 2004, experts attending a two-day workshop in Ibadan, Nigeria on yam research development in West and Central Africa called on regional leaders to invest more in yam production for local consumption and export purposes. Teferi-Bel Amakeletetch, representative of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), said the West and Central African countries which provide the highest yam production in the world needed to use their comparative advantage to reduce poverty, achieve food... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Brain drainWhy some of Africa's top scientists take their skills overseas Apr 1, 2008
Dr Babalola's former research assistant at the University of Ibadan Medical School has just joined the exodus ... "My wife went to medical school, finished here at the University of Ibadan in 1988, 20 years ago. And guess where the 20th reunion is going to take place? In the US.". (BBC News -- Science)
Muntari's Dad was attacked in Nigeria, not Ghana Mar 31, 2008
Alhaji Sulley Muniru was on his way back from a wedding in Nigeria when he was attacked in Ibadan that left him with a broken arm and cuts to his head last week. Portsmouth coach Harry Redknapp released the midfielder to be with his dad after yobs branding AK47s and baseball bats stole cash, jewellery and mobile phones worth $30 000 in a terrifying car raid. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Shareholders demand public enquiry into Wema Bank crisis Mar 31, 2008
Besides threatening a legal option against the Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), the Independent Shareholders Association of Nigeria (ISAN) and the Ibadan Zone Shareholder Association (IZSA) appealed to the Federal Government to order a public enquiry into the entire crisis. They also want a probe of the NDIC, which they accused of thwarting investigations into the bank's accounts. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Of the Pills We Take Mar 23, 2008
They compared 9,156 genes in 30 Caucasian families in Utah with those in 30 Yoruban families from Ibadan, Nigeria. All told, they found that 156 shared genes were more active among those of European heritage, while 254 other shared genes were more active among those of African ancestry. (Wall Street Journal)
Ladoja faults Oyo polls tribunal's verdict Mar 20, 2008
Alao-Akala berates predecessor From Iyabo Lawal, Ibadan. FORMER Governor Rashidi Ladoja yesterday faulted the decision of the Election Petitions Tribunal, which upheld the election of his erstwhile deputy, Adebayo Alao-Akala, saying the Judiciary has again set another bad pace in the political history of the state. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Tribunal upholds Alao-Akala's election, voids 93, 173 votes Mar 18, 2008
AFTER 10 months of legal firework, the election petition tribunal sitting in Ibadan, Oyo State, yesterday gave its judgment on the petitions challenging the declared victory of Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala in the April 14, 2007 polls ... "Where accreditation is not done with blue ink, votes recorded from such units will be invalidated and results must be voided. We have perused the voter's register and we found non-accreditation on voters' register, it was never ticked while in some units,... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Consensus reigns as PDP leaders emerge Mar 5, 2008
From John-Abba Ogbodo, Lemmy Ughegbe (Abuja), Saxone Akhaine (Kaduna), Iyabo Lawal (Ibadan), Bodunrin Beckley (Lafia), Mohammed Kawu (Bauchi), Lawrence Njoku, Sobechi Onyekachi (Enugu) and RoseAnn Chikereuba (Port Harcourt) ... In Ibadan, Port Harcourt, Enugu, Kaduna, Bauchi and Lafia where the leaders converged, they pledged to close ranks and work for the success of the party at future polls ... At Ibadan, leaders in the South West zone maintained that the party would remain a force to reckon... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Race affects response to infections Mar 4, 2008
Thirty were from Utah in the US, while the rest were Yorubans from Ibadan, Nigeria. The researchers looked at expression levels - how active a gene is. (Times of India)
Race variants in immune genes Mar 1, 2008
Thirty were from Utah in the US, while the rest were Yorubans from Ibadan, Nigeria. We want to understand why different populations experience different degrees of toxicity when taking certain drugs. (BBC News -- Health)
Gene Expression Differences Between Europeans And Africans Affect Response To Drugs, Infections Mar 1, 2008
Thirty of the families were Caucasians from Utah and 30 were Yorubans from Ibadan, Nigeria. "Our primary interest is the genes that regulate how people respond to medicines, such as cancer chemotherapy," said cancer specialist Eileen Dolan, PhD, professor of medicine at the University of Chicago and senior author of the study. (Science Daily)
'Things Fall Apart' still teaching lessons Feb 20, 2008
After graduating from the University College of Ibadan, in 1953, Achebe was a radio producer at the Nigerian Broadcasting Corporation, then moved to London and worked at the British Broadcasting Corporation. He was writing stories in college and was in London, in the mid-1950s, when he began "Things Fall Apart," calling it an act of "atonement" for what he says was the abandonment of traditional culture. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Terrorism: SSS Arrests Indian Agent Feb 16, 2008
GROWING speculations that Nigerians were being recruited for terrorism may have been confirmed by the arrest of an Indian in Ibadan, Oyo State for the act ... The official said because he was outside Ibadan, he could not speak on the extent the matter had gone ... The suspect, an area manager with the company, was said to have been arrested by the SSS on January 31 following a tip off by a Moslem organisation of a tertiary institution in Ibadan. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Judicial workers' demands unrealistic, says Supreme Court Feb 8, 2008
" Musale said if state governors would comply with the provision of Section 80 (3), which provides that money due to the judiciary should be paid to it through the heads of court, the welfare of the state judicial personnel would be better enhanced. Regrettably, he noted that most state governors were in breach of the said provision even as he called for a body at the state level akin to the NJC. He disclosed that some amendments were being effected to the guidelines issued last year for the... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Nigeria: Court Strike Stalls Election Tribunal Feb 5, 2008
Members of the Election Petitions Tribunal sitting in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, were prevented from entering the courtroom as the workers locked the doors. However, in an attempt to stave off the strike from affecting the tribunal, armed policemen clashed with the striking judicial workers, as the policemen insisted that the workers should not lock the main gates leading to the court premises. (allAfrica.com)
African seed collection first to arrive in Norway on route to Arctic seed vault Jan 31, 2008
The shipment, which was sent by the Ibadan, Nigeria-based International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), consists of thousands of duplicates of unique varieties of domesticated and wild cowpea, maize, soybean, and Bambara groundnut. The seeds from the IITA genebank in Ibadan, Nigeria, were packed in 21 boxes weighing a total of 330 kg. The processing by IITA staff took several months, and the boxes were packaged over a three-day period, with 10 staff checking the accession list,... (EurekAlert!)
African fruits could help alleviate hunger and bolster rural development Jan 31, 2008
AKINLAWON MABOGUNJE Chair Development Policy Centre (retired) Ibadan, Nigeria. BARBARA UNDERWOOD Chemist National Eye Institute National Institutes of Health (retired) Sun City, Calif. (EurekAlert!)
Nigeria: Winning the Tobacco War [editorial] Jan 27, 2008
They point to the fact that the act of smoking -done privately, especially - is yet to be declared illegal by any statute; that there are indeed other tobacco firms, like the $150 million British American Tobacco (BAT) in Ibadan, operating in the country now; that smoking is, after all, a matter of personal choice and that the sizable economic gains that would accrue to the government and citizenry by way of taxes and employment should not be ignored. Remarkably; some of the tobacco firms now... (allAfrica.com)
Nigeria: Yar'Adua Blames Obasanjo On Gas Plants Jan 24, 2008
Yar'Adua, who disclosed this to the House of Representatives committee on Gas Resources yesterday, explained that the companies located in Makurdi, Ilorin, Gombe, Gusau, Ibadan and Kano, lacked the capacity and capabilities expected to run an uninterrupted gas supply. "We expected that government should have considered equity in the location of these companies, but what we have is that the principle of the six geo-political zones was not followed. This we have made known to President Umaru Musa... (allAfrica.com)
Obituary: Cyprian Ekwensi Jan 24, 2008
Ekwensi was a brilliant, gregarious pupil at boarding school - Government college, Ibadan - and became engrossed in Yoruba culture. His school life and multi-ethnic upbringing were to be reflected in his work. (Guardian Unlimited -- Books)
IWC staffer will sign books Feb. 1 Jan 23, 2008
Olabisi Gwamna holds a master's degree in English from the University of Ibadan, and a Ph. D. in English from Ohio University. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
