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Makinde Signs Executive Bill Establishing Rule of Law Enforcement Authority

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By Iyabo Adebisi

Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has signed into law an Executive Bill for the establishment of the rule of law enforcement authority for speedy justice dispensation in the state.

Signing the bill into law in the board room of the Governor’s office, the governor explained that the agency was necessary to help enforce many state laws ranging from environmental, traffic, indiscriminate dump of refuse and street trading laws amongst others.

He assured residents that his administration meant well for the state with the establishment of the agency, stressing that the rule of law must be duly maintained to thoroughly sanitize the environment, expand the economy and move the people from poverty to prosperity. 

Governor Makinde equally noted that there would be mobile courts at every corridor in the state and anyone apprehended violating any of the state’s laws would be swiftly arraigned and duly prosecuted. 

The Governor announced the appointment of Justice Aderonke A. Aderemi Rtd as chairman of the Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority.

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OGHA Speaker Directs Forwarding of Bills for Governor’s Assent

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By Omolara Adasofunjo

Ogun State House of Assembly has passed the State Legislative Funds Management Law, 2023 and the Ogun State Judiciary Funds Management law, 2023 with a view to ensuring judicious allocation of funds in the two arms of government ahead of plans to grant them financial autonomy 

The Chairman, House Committee on Finance and Appropriation, Mr Musefiu Lamidi had earlier presented the Committee reports before moving the motion for their adoption which were seconded by the Minority Leader, Mr Lukman Adeleye and another lawmaker, Mr Wahab Haruna before the general support of the entire members.

Motion for the third reading of the bills was moved by the Majority Leader, Mr Yusuf Sheriff, seconded by Mr. Oluseun Adesanya as well as the Minority Leader Mr Lukman Adeleye and supported by the Whole House through a unanimous voice vote after the clause-by clause reading and adoption.

The Speaker of the House, Mr. Olakunle Oluomo later directed that the clean copies of the bills should be forwarded to the State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun for his assent.

Meanwhile The State House of Assembly has resolved to convene a public hearing on the incessant strike disrupting the academic calendar of the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, MAPOLY, Abeokuta.

The Speaker of The House, Mr Oluomo announced disclosed that the the public hearing would involve all stakeholders of the institution including the Governing Board, Management and Staff, students and other relevant parties, with a view to finding a lasting solution to issues affecting the Polytechnic.

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OSHA Passes Anthem Crest, Flag 2023 Bill into Law

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By Mojisola Oladele

Osun State Anthem Crest and Flag Bill 2023 have been passed into Law. 

The Speaker, of Osun State House of Assembly, Prince Adewale Egbedun who presided over the Plenary said it would be sent to Governor Ademola Adeleke of the state, for assent. 

Prince Egbedun explained that the new law is re-enacting the spirit and character of the repealed State of Osun Anthem, Crest, and Flag Law 2012, with vital amendments which reflect the evolving identity and aspirations of the State.

The Speaker said that the new law retains the Osun Anthem which shall be rendered at all public functions in the State, alongside the National Anthem.

Prince Egbedun stressed that the title “State of Osun” has been reversed to Osun State, while the new law adopts the Nigerian National Flag and Coat of Arms as the sole flag and crest to be utilized during public events across the State.

Earlier, The Deputy Speaker and Chairman Of The 7- Man Adhoc Committee, Prince Akinyode Oyewusi presented the Report of its Preliminary Screening for the Commissioner Nominees held last week on the floor of the House. 

Responding to the report of the 7 Man -Adhoc Committee which screened the Commissioner nominee, The Speaker Commended the committee for its timely report stressing that the exercise marked a significant milestone in their Legislative Functions. 

Prince Egbedun also lauded the committee for its keen sense of responsibility displayed during the preliminary screening exercise. 

He urged the Commissioner nominees to ensure they impact positively the development of the State. 

Meanwhile, Thirteen out of the Commissioner nominees appeared for further screening today before the whole House has been confirmed. 

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