Alaafin Donates Cash for Rescue Mission, Calls for Holistic Views of Intelligence Gathering, Native Intelligence

Aftermath of Terrorists attacks in Oyo communities

The Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Engineer Abimbola Akeem Owoade 1, has reiterated his call on  the Federal Government to take holistic view on intelligence gathering and native intelligence mechanisms  as a system for addressing insecurity, just as there is the urgent  need to deploy technologies required for identification of criminal suspects.

He urged the government to abandon reactive approaches to insecurity, and this will mean making credible investments in intelligence capabilities that pinpoint threats ever before they materialise, hardening soft targets like schools and communities, and cutting off the financial and logistical networks that sustain criminal groups, as it also means working with communities to build trust and gather intelligence rather than treating them as collateral damage in airstrikes.

Alaafin gave the advice through his Director of Media and Publicity, Bode Durojaiye, following terrorists attacks and abduction in  four villages that are Oyo homesteads.

 The villages are Ahoro- Esinele, Alawusa, Yawota and Oniya located within the Oriire Local Government of the State.

The Bandits attacked the Esinele School last Friday, as two individuals were killed, a car burnt, and forty two pupils and a teacher matched into the Old Oyo National Park Forest.

These pupils were abducted from the four villages.

Oba Owoade  said abductions  wanton destruction of lives by terrorists have not only reached an intolerable level, Nigerians are becoming more apprehensive and

worried about the state of insecurity, especially flagrant disregard for human lives.

The country, he stated, "is going through serious security challenges  and what is more disturbing  is that these  blood guzzlers cannot have such sophisticated and destructive weapons  to terrorise without receiving backings of some allied somewhere.

" Threats to human lives are not only serious acts of terrorism but

indeed an abomination. This is why well meaning Nigerians and

good friends of the country must see the current war against dreaded

terrorists as a welcomed development and give total support, in order to save the country from the siege of terrorism’’.

""Citizens are fast  losing  trust in their government's ability to protect them, and inter-communal trust breaks down. The constant threat of violence, kidnapping, and attacks leaves a generation of citizens with lasting psychological trauma, anxiety, and mental health . Insecurity directly threatens the political integrity and governance of a nation.

" The ultimate solution is more political than it is military. Government, political leaders and followers, and all of us, must have the courage and honesty to get to the root causes of our current state of insecurity, underpinned by criminality and insurgency"".

"The most tragic consequence is the loss of human lives and the mass displacement of populations, creating an internally displaced persons (IDP) crisis and tearing families apart"", the Paramount Ruler stated.

While pointing out that it is high time for the Federal Government  to carry out a total overhaul of the country's security architecture, Oba Owoade lauded President Bola Tinubu's demonstration, through actions, that ending insecurity is one of his administration’s foremost concerns. 

Oba Owoade commiserated with the families of the attacks, and gave an assurance that government is on top of the situation, as perpetrators would be brought to justice. 

Meanwhile , a combined team of the Police and local security operatives have been deployed to the affected villages and forest , while the Alaafin has donated some amount of money to complement government efforts in apprehending the terrorists.

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WHO IS TEGBE THE OYO MAN STEPPING INTO NIGERIA'S POWER SECTOR

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Mr Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Minister of Power, subject to confirmation by the Senate.

Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe was born on March 21, 1966, in Oyo Town and is of Ibadan ancestral descent, tracing his roots to Jegede Compound in the Labo area of Ibadan, Oyo State.

He had his early education at St Mary’s RCM School, Oyo; Federal Government College, Ogbomoso; and the University of Ife, Ile-Ife, where he graduated with a First Class Degree in Civil Engineering in 1988.

The 60-year-old is also an alumnus of Lagos Business School, INSEAD, Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard Business School. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (FCA), Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Taxation (FCIT) and Certified in Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT).

Career and professional experience

Tegbe is currently a Senior Partner and Head of Technology Advisory Services and Markets at KPMG Professional Services Nigeria, a member firm of KPMG International.

He also serves as KPMG Africa Lead for Cybersecurity practice, Public Sector and Technology, Media and Telecommunications. His experience spans about three decades across institutional transformation, sector reforms, strategy development and technology implementation.

He has worked across industries including telecommunications, financial services, manufacturing, oil and gas, and the public sector, advising the presidency, state governments and international agencies.

Public sector and industry engagements

His experience includes advisory roles in the power sector, with engagements involving the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission and the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Company.

Before his consulting career, he worked as a tax consultant and managed audit engagements across major sectors. He also served as Head of Materials Accounting at Shell Petroleum Development Company between 1991 and 1992.

He is an active member and consultant to the Infrastructure and Human Capital Development Policy Commissions of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group.

Leadership roles

Tegbe is Chairman of the National Council for Management Development and also chairs the Boards of Trustees of Unity Schools Old Students Association and Federal Government College Ogbomoso Old Students Association.

He is a member of the Ikoyi Club and the Ibadan Recreation Club, and serves on various corporate boards.

Personal life and philanthropy

He is a Christian of Anglican background and a member of the RCCG Jesus Embassy Parish, VGC.

He is married to Mrs Abimbola Tegbe (née Ayandipo of Ogbomoso descent), and they have two sons.

Through the Tegbe Foundation, he supports non-profit and community development initiatives across the country.

Expectations from nomination

The presidency said the nomination is expected to strengthen ongoing reforms in the power sector, with a focus on improving grid stability and attracting investment.

If confirmed, Tegbe is expected to contribute to policy implementation and address challenges in electricity supply nationwide.

According to the statement, Tegbe’s mandate is to strengthen reforms, and it points to better implementation of frameworks by agencies like the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), especially on tariffs, metering and market rules.

Another challenge before Tegbe is improving grid stability and focusing on reducing outages through better coordination and upgrades, particularly within the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).

THE DUO ECHELONS OF THE CITY BOY MOVEMENT

Two men, bound by the same foresight and vision, have taken it upon themselves to lead the affairs of the City Boy Movement with unwavering commitment under the leadership of the Patron of the movement, Barr Seyi Tinubu.

 At the helm is Francis Oluwatosin Shoga, serving as the Director General, alongside Abayomi Favour, the National Coordinator. Together, they have shown remarkable dedication to the cause they believe in.

From one city to another, they have remained restless in their mission, tirelessly preaching the Renewed Hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Their journey has not been one of comfort, but of sacrifice, resilience, and determination to keep the movement alive and growing across communities.

Through long travels, countless engagements, and continuous mobilization, they have carried the message of hope to the grassroots, inspiring supporters and strengthening the foundation of the movement with every step they take.

May God continue to strengthen them, grant them wisdom, and bless them with the leadership skills needed to sustain and grow the movement, as they work steadfastly toward seeing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reelected in 2027 for another four years.

CITY BOY MOVEMENT DIASPORA (UK) HOLDS STRATEGIC STAKEHOLDERS’ MEETING IN LONDON, STRENGTHENS GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT FOLLOWING PRESIDENT TINUBU’S STATE VISIT

The City Boy Movement Diaspora (UK) convened a high-level stakeholders’ meeting in London, bringing together national leadership, diaspora executives, political stakeholders, and allied support groups in a strategic engagement aimed at consolidating global support and strengthening coordination following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s state visit to the United Kingdom.

The meeting served as a critical platform to align diaspora participation with the administration’s diplomatic gains, reinforcing the role of Nigerians abroad in advancing national development and international partnerships.

The meeting also featured an interactive engagement session with the Patron of the City Boy Movement, Barr. Seyi Tinubu, who spoke extensively on the philosophy, vision, and future direction of the movement.

Engaging directly with stakeholders, he showed the movement’s youth-driven identity and inclusive approach:

> “The City Boy Movement is a platform for participation, not observation. It is designed to ensure that young Nigerians at home and in the diaspora are actively involved in shaping the future of our country.”

He further highlighted the importance of continuity in engagement:

> “What we are building is not just a political structure, but a generational movement that connects governance with the people. The diaspora has a critical role to play in sustaining that connection.”

Leading the engagement was the Director General of the City Boy Movement, Hon. Oluwatosin Francis Shoga, alongside members of the national executive, who provided overarching strategic direction for the movement.

In his address, Hon. Shoga emphasized the importance of structured leadership and global coordination within the movement:

> “This engagement reflects the evolution of the City Boy Movement into a globally coordinated structure. Our responsibility is to ensure that support for Mr. President is not only visible but organized, strategic, and impactful across all regions, including the diaspora.”

He noted that the London meeting was a continuation of efforts to consolidate international momentum generated by the President’s successful state visit.

The event was hosted by the Director of the City Boy Movement Diaspora (UK), Hon. Prince Bidemi Akintunde (Stainless), who led coordination efforts and ensured the successful convening of stakeholders toward strengthening diaspora engagement and support for the administration.A key highlight of the meeting was the presentation on diaspora engagement strategy which outlined a clear framework for diaspora-driven support.

> “The diaspora must transition from being symbolic supporters to becoming structured contributors. Our focus is on coordinated mobilization, strategic communication, and building economic and policy linkages that directly support Mr. President’s agenda,” he stated.

He further emphasized that the United Kingdom, as a global hub, remains critical in shaping international perception and strengthening Nigeria’s soft power.

Also in attendance were key leaders of the movement, including national executives, the Women Leaders, and coordinators across various regions.

Notable stakeholders present included the Senior Special Adviser to the President , Chief Sunday Dare, National Director of Media Sunday Dada,Hon. Tunde Doherty APC Chairman United Kingdom Chapter, Pastor Tobi Adegboyega, Wife of the DG, City Boy Movement Mrs Ajibola Shoga, National Women Leader Hajia Ummusalma Rabiu, National spokes person Hon. Chief Dr. Emana Duke Ambrose-Amawhe, South West Women Leader Chief Mrs Halimat Tejuosho, Chief Martha Agba pioneer member,North Central Zonal Youth Coordinator Hon.Suleiman Abubakar Magaji, Director Gombe State Mubarak Hamisu Usman, Imo State, Cubana Chief Priest, Seyilaw as well as representatives of various support groups.

Discussions at the meeting focused on broad-based mobilization, strategic communication, and the need to amplify awareness of the administration’s policies and reforms within the global community.

Participants described the engagement as highly impactful, noting that it strengthened alignment, clarified strategy, and reinforced the role of diaspora stakeholders as critical partners in national development.

The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment to expand the global footprint of the City Boy Movement, deepen diaspora coordination, and sustain support for the administration’s vision through structured and strategic engagement.

Signed:

Director of Communication and Media

City Boy Movement, Diaspora (UK)