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Olusunle Becomes ANA Fellow

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1 year ago

October 29, 2023

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Renowned journalist, public scholar, author and poet, Dr Tunde Olusunle has been listed for the conferment of the Fellowship of the Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA). This was contained in the congratulatory letter to Dr Olusunle signed by Maik Ortserga, General Secretary of the association.

According to Ortserga, the conferment ceremony will coincide with the 42nd edition of the International Convention of ANA, tagged ANA@42, scheduled for Wednesday November 1 to Saturday November 4 2023, at the Chinua Achebe International Conference Centre, Mamman Vatsa Writers’ Village, Mpape, Abuja.

The letter stated: “In the course of the Association’s developmental process, there have been writers/persons who have constantly remained on the side of reason, offering advice and envisioning plans for which ANA will continue to move forward in the direction of its forebears. You are one of such distinguished writers/persons whose value-centred consciousness has positively and
quantitatively impacted ANA”.

It added: “The Association is, therefore, pleased to induct you into the
prestigious Council of ANA Fellows. Generally speaking, the Fellowship is conferred upon deserving individuals for their dedicated services to the Association and proven contributions to the development of Nigerian literature in particular and society in general.” The investiture will be performed during the preliminary ceremonies of the Convention taking place on November 2, 2023, at the Convention venue, at 10 a.m.

Previous ANA Fellows include: founding ANA President Chinua Achebe, Nobel Laureate for Literature Wole
Soyinka, John Pepper Bekederemo-Clark, Mabel Segun, Labo Yari, T. M. Aluko, Kole Omotoso, Femi Osofisan, Ken Saro-Wiwa, Olu Obafemi, Elechi Amadi, Zaynab Alkali, Akachi Adimora-Ezeigbo, Dora Akunyili, Olusegun Obasanjo, Goodluck Jonathan, among others.

The creative career of Olusunle like many of his contemporaries, began from the pages of newspapers and poetry chapbooks, notably *Gangan,* *The Guardian,* *Daily Times,* *The Herald* and *Nigerian Tribune.* He has since published three well received volumes of poetry: *Fingermarks,* (1996); *Rhythm Of The Mortar,* (2001) and *A Medley Of Echoes* (2022). His works are widely read and studied by literary enthusiasts and researchers alike.

His poems have appeared in anthologies such as *Rising Voices: An Anthology of New Nigerian Poetry* (1991), edited by David Cook, Olu Obafemi and Wumi Raji, as well as *Lagos of the Poets* (2010), edited by the renowned poet Odia Ofeimun. In a lecture titled “Poetry and the Human Voice” delivered ahead of the conferment of the Nigerian National Order of Merit, (NNOM) December, multiple award-winning poet Niyi Osundare, listed Olusunle amongst Nigeria’s very promising authors.

Olusunle has also released the volume of essays *On The Trail Of History: A Reporter’s Notebook On Olusegun Obasanjo* (2006). Two other volumes of essays: *Atiku: Perspectives on a Phenomenon* and *Orisirisi: Vistas On Contemporary Politics In Nigeria* are in press. A most prolific, consistent and visible essayist and public engager, he is also a Member of the Nigerian Guild of Editors, (NGE), among other professional associations. He hails from Isanlu, Kogi State.

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Senate endorses Omolola Oloworaran as PENCOM Director-General

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10 hours ago

November 21, 2024

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Omolola Oloworaran

The Senate has endorsed the nomination of Omolola Oloworaran as the substantive Director-General of the National Pension Commission (PENCOM).
President Bola Tinubu had nominated Oloworaran for the position and sought Senate approval through a formal request.
Her confirmation followed the adoption of a report by the Senate Committee on Establishment and Public Service, presented during Thursday’s plenary session.
The committee’s chairman, Senator Cyril Fasuyi (APC, Ekiti North), stated that Oloworaran met all legal and professional requirements as outlined in the Pension Reform Act 2014. He emphasized that she fulfilled the criteria stipulated under sections 19(2), (5), (6), and 26 of the Act, qualifying her for the role.
“The nominee has demonstrated competence and meets the legal prerequisites for this position. The committee finds her to be a fit and proper person for appointment as Director-General of PENCOM,” Senator Fasuyi said.
During the session, Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin put the committee’s recommendation to a voice vote, which received overwhelming support from the senators.
Oloworaran’s confirmation ensures continued leadership at PENCOM, an agency critical to Nigeria’s pension administration and reform initiatives.

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Edo Governor Okpebholo Appoints Gani Audu as Chief of Staff

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7 days ago

November 15, 2024

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Hon. Gani Audu

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has announced the appointment of Hon. Gani Audu as Chief of Staff, with the appointment taking immediate effect.
The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor Fred Itua, made the disclosure through a press Statement on Thursday.
According to the statement the Secretary to the State Government, Musa Umar Ikhilor, who made the announcement described Audu’s new role as integral to advancing Governor Okpebholo’s reform agenda for the state.

The statement reads: “It is hereby announced for the information of the general public, particularly the good people of Edo State, that His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State, has approved the appointment of Hon. Gani Audu as his Chief of Staff. The appointment takes immediate effect.”

Hon. Audu, born on August 18, 1969, brings a rich background in governance and administration to his new role. A graduate of Auchi Polytechnic with an HND (1994), he went on to complete a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration from Benson Idahosa University (2011) and an M.Sc. in Intelligence and Global Security from Baze University, Abuja (2024).

Audu’s political experience spans nearly two decades. He served as Chairman of Etsako West Local Government Council from 2004 to 2010, represented Etsako West Constituency 1 in the Edo State House of Assembly from 2015 to 2023, and was the All Progressives Congress (APC) deputy governorship candidate in the 2020 Edo State elections.

This strategic appointment is expected to bolster the governor’s administrative team and support his vision of transformative governance in Edo State.

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President Tinubu Congratulates Donald Trump on Re-election as U.S. President

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2 weeks ago

November 6, 2024

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Bola Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated President Donald Trump on his re-election as the 47th President of the United States of America.
In a statement released by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), on Wednesday, President Tinubu expressed his enthusiasm about strengthening Nigeria-U.S. relations amidst the complex global challenges and opportunities.

Trump, who claimed victory on Wednesday, pledged to “heal” the country as he was on the brink of defeating Kamala Harris in a remarkable White House comeback.

President Tinubu praised Trump’s victory, emphasizing that it reflects the trust and confidence the American people have placed in his leadership. He also commended the American people’s commitment to democracy.

Looking ahead, President Tinubu expressed confidence that Trump’s experience as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021 would foster beneficial and reciprocal economic and development partnerships between the U.S. and Africa. He expressed hope that this new era under President Trump would promote peace, economic cooperation, and address global challenges.

Acknowledging the significant influence of the United States in shaping global events, President Tinubu believes that Trump’s leadership will bring the world closer to peace and prosperity.