Education: Oke-Odo Senior High School Agege Wins Y2020 Essay Writing Competition | AgegePulse Magazine

Winners have emerged at the grand finale of the Y2020 Essay competition amongst students of Primary, Junior and Senior Secondary Schools in Lagos State. 

Adekola Samuel of Oke-Odo Snr High School, Agege, Ademisoye Anuoluwapo of Egbe Junior Grammar School, Alimosho and Omodesire Liadi of Saint Agnes Primary School, Kosofe clinched the Star prizes in the Senior,  Junior and Primary categories respectively in an award presentation ceremony held today at the Ministry of Education, Alausa, Ikeja.

Over 700 participants from all schools within the State participated at the Zonal/District Preliminaries, which thereafter presented 140 eligible competitors from the 6 Education Districts and SUBEB for the State finals that produced winners in the three categories.

Addressing the Champions, Honourable Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo expressed excitement, as she commended the competitors for their brilliance and articulate delivery. 

The Commissioner affirmed that the Essay competition, one of the Co-Curricular programmes of the Ministry is aimed at sharpening the research and writing skills of the students and by implication improving their vocabulary, adding that this will enable them to be confident, boost their oratory skills and have in-depth knowledge of their environment.

Adefisayo observed that the writers of the essay scripts displayed “the gift of deep thought and articulate writing skills to convey ideas, communicate philosophy, recall occurrences and peep into the future which are required in literary works”.

She encouraged the students to conduct researches on relevant topics and trending issues through online encyclopedia such as Google, Wikipedia and other search engines, which will aid their learning process and give them a wider scope, making them digital savy in line with the Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu’s Education and Tecnology Agenda. 

The Commissioner concluded by commending the efforts of their teachers, thereby reiterating that the State Government will not relent in its commitment towards providing a habitable and conducive environment for teaching and learning.

Earlier in a welcome address, The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Mrs. Abosede Adelaja noted that the essay competition in schools has provided a platform for the students to strive for excellent performance in the art of writing. 

Mrs. Adelaja stressed that the Ministry had to proffer new ways at engaging the Students amidst the Covid-19 period, in a bid to further boost their learning which is very critical to the State Government.

She appreciated all Stakeholders in the Education Sector and Parents for their immense contributions throughout the year as there is more to be done in the coming year towards preparing a greater future for the Children.

Ogueliwu Fortune of Lagos State Model Nur/Pry School, GRA and Muhammed Aisha of Baruwa Nur/Pry School, Mushin emerged the 1st and 2nd runners up in the Primary School Category while Olaniyan Noah of Vetland Junior Grammar School, Agege and Nlebedim Chioma of New-Era Girls Junior Secondary School, Surulere clinched the 1st and 2nd runners up position in the Junior Category

In the Senior Category, Ikeh Chidera of Gbaja Girls Senior High School, Surulere and Suliamon-Oba Maryam of Adebola Baptist Senior School, Surulere took the 1st and 2nd runners up positions respectively. Highpoints of the event were the presentation of Trophies, Plaques and gift items to the winners in the various categories

#Education: 16-Year Old Student Jemimah Emerges Lagos One Day Governor| AgegePulse Magazine

A 16-year old student of Angus Memorial Senior High School, Jemimah Marcus, has emerged as the winner of the Y2020 Lagos State Spelling Bee competition at the grand finale held on Tuesday at Adeyemi-Bero Auditorium, Alausa, Ikeja, after a tense final competition with six other students.

One Day Governor, Jemimah, Marcus, Lagos

The Honourable Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo, who was visibly pleased with the participants and winners, commended the brilliant performance of all participating students and schools.

She added that the high level of performance from the students underscores the fact that the State Government is committed to the delivery of quality education geared towards improving teaching and learning in Lagos public schools.

On her part, the Director-General, Office of Education Quality Assurance, Mrs. Abiola Seriki-Ayeni expressed appreciation to the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, for keeping faith with the competition.

She stated further that the Office of Education Quality Assurance will continue to drive measures to improve the standards and academic excellence in both private and public schools in line with global best practices.

Mrs. Seriki-Ayeni applauded the parents and teachers for giving the students the opportunity to achieve all-round quality education, imploring the participants to continue to imbibe good morals that will help them achieve higher goals in life. 

The Special Guest of Honour, Mrs. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by Mrs. Funso Raji, disclosed that the competition, which has become a household name in Nigeria, has put Lagos State at the forefront of quality education delivery.

While extolling the efforts of the winners, as well as all participants in the annual completion, the Lagos State First Lady encouraged the students not to rest on their oars but strive to achieve greater heights.

Apart from having the opportunity of being the Lagos One Day Governor, Miss Marcus was presented with a cash gift of N250, 000, while the first runner up, Master Sotin Ajose of Topo Senior Grammar School, Badagry, got the sum of N150, 000 and the second runner up, Miss Rhema Edeh from Denton Junior Grammar School, Ebutta Metta received a cash gift of N100, 000.

PIX (From left): Mr. Adeyemi Adebayo, Director of Private Education & Special Programmes, OEQA; representative of the wife of the Governor, Mrs. Funso Raji; Winner of Spelling BEE Y2020 competition, Miss Jemimah Marcus; the HC Min. of Education, Mrs. Folasade Adefisayo; Director-General, Office of Education Quality Assurance (OEQA), Mrs. Abiola Seriki-Ayeni at the presentation of trophies to the winner of the competition at Adeyemi-Bero Auditorium, Alausa.

NURTW Boss, MC Olu-Omo's Daughter Got A Job Before Graduation In Georgia | AgegePulse Magazine

 

The daughter of Lagos NURTW Boss, Alhaji Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya, MC Olu-Omo's Nofisat Ayinke Akinsanya graduated from Georgia Southern University with a job at hand before graduation.

MC Daughter

This was revealed in a social media handle of the NURTW boss, congratulating his daughter.

"Congratulations to my darling daughter Nofisat Ayinke Akinsanya, graduating with Honors with her BSN in Nursing from Georgia Southern University. 

"I’m so proud of you. You’ll continue to accomplish many more success.

"Allah has provided my beautiful Daughter with a job before graduation and May Almighty Allah continue to path her way". MC Olu-Omo concluded.

I'M An Influencer of Our Rich Culture, Tradition - Oniru of Iru | AgegePulse Magazine

I'M Influencer of Our Rich Culture, Tradition - Oniru of Iru | AgegePulse Magazine

"Culture and heritage are the foundation of any people; and this is why asides from being a King, I am a strong advocate and influencer of our rich culture and tradition.

"I recognize the fact that I am incapable of achieving the #LeGIT vision alone and this is why I invest not only in the community but in the people.

"Furthermore to achieving this and based on nominations from the concerned areas; yesterday, December 15, 2020, I installed three (3) Baales, Namely: Chief Abdulrafiu Mobolaji Aruna Akinsemoyin over Apapa-Eleko Community, Chief Bashiru Arowolo Afolami over Oroke Community and Chief Sarumi Babatunde Taiwo over Araromi Ancient Town.

"Whilst I congratulate all Baales and pray that their reign is fruitful and prosperous; I also implore them to uphold fairness, equality, justice, peace and development.

"Lastly, I also ask that all residents of these communities accord the Baales respect and route all complaints and concerns through the Baales.

"I thank HRM Oba Babatunde Akanbi Ogunronbi of Shasha Kingdom and (Hon.) Princess Rasheedat Abiosun Adu the chairperson of Iru LCDA; for joining and supporting me in this coronation exercise as your presence added colour to the event".

His Royal Majesty, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, Abisogun II

"Real Estate Sector 'II Boost GDP, Create Jobs" Says Sanwo-Olu's Aide | AgegePulse Magazine

Toke-Benson Awoyinka

As part of the submissions reached at the just concluded First Real Estate Market Place Conference and Exhibitions in Lagos, the Special Adviser to the State Governor on Housing, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka has revealed that the Housing sector can serve as an important contributor to the nation's GDP, support job creation and provide social benefits to Nigerians as a whole. 

The 2-day event was organised by Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority- LASRERA as a meeting point for Real Estate Practitioners / Property Developers and their potential clients with relevant State  Government  Agencies  in the  Built  Sector to serves as a one-stop-shop for the Real Estate Market. 

The Special Adviser submitted that addressing the housing deficit will have a game - changing impact on our society and communities when compared with other less important sectors that are presently being given greater attention at the detriment of the housing sector. 

While saying that most African countries do not see and treat the housing sector as an engine of economic growth, Benson-Awoyinka identified the Real Estate Market as a sector that has tremendous multiplier effect on the broader economy through two channels: Private investment and housing services.

Benson-Awoyinka stated that the real estate/ housing sector remains a critical component of the economy that represents one of the fundamental needs for livelihood considering its influence on the health, social behavior, efficiency, contentment and overall welfare on the citizenry and society.

 In the same vein, the State Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr. Olalere Odusote expressed the desire of the State Government to have sustainable, reliable power and greener energy, towards the realization of its vision of a 21st century economy which is one of the priority areas of the present administration in the State.

While quoting the United Nations statistics which revealed that the real estate accounts for about 40 per cent of the world's energy consumption and a third of all carbon emissions, Odusote submitted that there is the need to ensure the availability of clean solutions and innovations to make buildings future-proof, adding that in line with SDG 7, efforts must be increased on energy efficiency. 

He said, “In line with its THEMES agenda to make Lagos State a 21st century economy, Lagos State is desirous of having sustainable, reliable and greener energy across all sectors; the real estate sector particularly provides a unique opportunity to meet this objective. 

“Lagos, reported to have the highest immigration rate in the world, is expected to be the largest city in the world by population in the next 100 years. This population growth will require significant sustainable housing and energy needs and thus makes it imperative to ensure that new buildings are built green to avoid higher carbon emissions for decades that stem from inefficient energy use.”

The Commissioner, who acknowledged the fact that real estate developers and owners have started recognizing the importance of clean energy, maintained that the practitioners must ensure access to secure, affordable and sustainable energy by exploring the option of clean energy and energy efficient solutions available.

As part of the State Government’s efforts to promote greener and environmental sustainability, the Commissioner reported that it has embarked on the conversion of all streetlights in Lagos from hpS to the brighter and significantly more efficient LED lighting, assuring that all 39,000 streetlights in Lagos will be retrofitted over the next 6 months and will lead to a 65% operational cost savings to the state government.  

He stated that the State Government will further expand street lighting to ensure that before the end of this administration, all class A & B roads as well as designated public spaces achieve full lighting coverage, saying that these kinds of clean energy and energy efficient solutions are equally crucial and beneficial to the real estate sector as they guarantee significant energy costs savings for such buildings.

Our Mandate's To Bridge Housing Deficit In Lagos - SA, Toke Benson | AgegePulse Magazine

 

... Start Regeneration of Assets In Mainland, Gov. Sanwo-Olu Charges Real Estate Agents

Lagosians home and abroad soon will no long have a fear in purchasing decent, affordable housing in Lagos.

This development was disclosed by the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Housing, Mrs. Toke Benson Awoyinka as Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA) hosted recently the first of its kind Real Estate Conference and Exhibition in the Real Estate Capital of Africa, with the theme: “Unearthing real opportunities in Real Estate.” at the Eko Hotel & Suits, VI, Lagos.

The epoch event which have in attendance, the Governor of Lagos, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, Government Agencies, Captains of Industries, Real Estate Agents, Estate valuers, and others Stakeholders in Real Estate Business was another turnaround initiative to solve housing deficit in Lagos.

Speaking at the event, The Governor harped on the need for massive regeneration of properties in mainland part of Lagos, charging real estate investors and private developers to divert their investment to rebuilding mainland and redistributing wealth from the business.

He said: “I need to charge the real estate investors that, everybody needs not build in Sangotedo or Ibeju Lekki. Let us go to mainland and start regeneration of the assets in that part of Lagos. This way, we would be redistributing wealth and creating opportunities for our citizens.

The Governor said the State’s Department of Lands had built the required capacity for smooth transition to the online platform, stressing that the plan was already in its final stage.

When the web-based platform is finally launched, there will be no need for applicants seeking for Certificates of Occupancy (C of O), survey and building plan approvals to physically submit paper documents for authorisation. All documentation and payments will be done by applicants from the comfort of their homes.

Sanwo-Olu said the new development would bring about quick turnaround time in land transactions and boost private investors’ confidence in provision of home ownership model that will address deficits in housing.

He said: “We have improved on our GIS solution to accelerating land matters in Lagos. From the first quarter of next year, we will be launching an online platform on which all land transactions will be done. When the project kick-starts next year, there will be one-stop shop for all transactions relating to land, including Governor’s approval on CofO, and building approval by Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development.

“We have given our commitment on this, because of the need to improve the turnaround time from when people submit their requests for approval and the time the authorisation is completed. We cannot afford to disappoint private investors and applicants seeking real time approval. We are raising our capacity, so that we can respond to the requests and discharge them.”

The Governor charged residents and property developers applying for approvals to stop cutting corners and circumventing the process, stressing that sharp practices would only make it difficult for impatient applicants to get their documents approved.

Earlier, Special Adviser to the Governor on Housing, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, said the conference was held with an objective to bring stakeholders in property business in contact with relevant Government agencies and address bottlenecks slowing down property transactions.

She said LASRERA was created with a mandate to bridge the gap of credibility in property business, pointing out that the Government responded to the yearnings of industry players, having realised there were genuine real estate practitioners and property developers, as well as genuine home and property seekers who were desirous of credibility in real estate transactions in Lagos.

Benson-Awoyinka said the regulatory agency, since inception, had set processes in motion to change the negative image of property development business and check malpractices which the sector had faced in the last decades.

She said: “As a Government that is determined to bridge the housing deficit in the State, we are aware of our role in not just the provision of houses, but also create an enabling environment for the private sector working hand in hand to a desired end.

“We are making a renewed appeal to investors in the sector to team up with the State Government to create a home ownership model that will help address the deficits observed in housing market in the State our through Public Private Partnership (PPP) initiative in providing mass housing for our people.” Toke-Benson, Concluded

The two days conference featured exhibitions for home marketing firms, Government and private property developers.

There was also a panel of discussion in which private practitioners, heads of relevant Ministries and agencies provided explanations on housing market can be improved

Health: Lagos Launches M.I.CH Plus Toll-Free Numbers | AgegePulse Magazine

The Lagos State Government, through the Office of Civic Engagement, has launched toll-free numbers: 0800-6424-758 and 0901-5520-00 for 1,140 indigent pregnant women participating in the ongoing Mother, Infant and Child (M.I.C.H) pilot research programme.

The Special Adviser to the Governor on Civic Engagement, Princess Aderemi Adebowale revealed the numbers at a sensitisation programme on the second phase of the M.I.C.H pilot phase for the beneficiaries at Agege Local Government and Orile-Agege Local Council Development Area.

She explained that the toll-free lines are essential to ensure that the programme is impactful, as the lines would help the participating pregnant women receive qualitative healthcare and follow-up through phone calls and home visits by a dedicated team of the Public and State-approved Private Community Health Workers and Medical Consultants.

“The research phase of the M.I.C.H programme was designed to assess the impact of the programme nutritious food and supplements on pregnant women with full monitoring of their existing conditions, along with the diverse medical and social indices, starting from December 1, 2020, until the next six months, throughout pregnancy till delivery and post-partum”, she noted.

Princess Adebowale stated that each of the beneficiaries would be added to a social media chat group created in each Local Government Area for direct feedback as part of the monitoring and evaluation process of the Office of Civic Engagement.

According to her “The participants in the control group would be given M.I.C.H plus food packs and supplements weekly for a period of three months before delivery, starting from the commencement date of the research project”.

While urging every participant to attend the clinic regularly and cooperate with the government’s team of medical experts, research and care volunteers at every stage of the process, the Special Adviser expressed gratitude to the Medical Team of Agege Local Government and Orile Agege LCDA for their cooperation.

The research programme, which started on December 1, 2020, for 1,140 indigent pregnant women, had the second batch of participating pregnant women sign the attestation forms to confirm their participation in the three-month research exercise.

The 20 expectant mothers in the control groups drawn from Sango Primary Health Centre, Agege Local Government and Odumbaku Primary Health Centre, Orile-Agege LCDA are the second set of participating expectant mothers to sign relevant documents for the research study.

It's Official: Yinka Egbeyemi takeover From Olatunji Disu As RRS Commander

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The Commander, Rapid Response Squad, RRS, Olatunji Disu has been removed and redeployed to Force Headquarters, Abuja.

Chairman, Lagos State Task Force on Environmental and Other Special Offences, CSP Yinka Egbeyemi has been redeployed to head the RSS as its commander.

Disu, a Deputy Commissioner of Police was removed and directed to report to the Operations Department of the Force Headquarters in Abuja.

 

It was also gathered that Commander of the Governor’s Monitoring Team (GMT), SP Sola Jejeloye has been upgraded to replace Egbeyemi as the Task Force Chairman, while SP Ibrahim Bakare has been appointed as the GMT Commander.

 

Disu has been the brain behind the reposition of the RRS, with most of the stolen vehicles recovered by him as he is a specialist in tracking vehicles and other stolen facilities.

His reign at the RRS represents a clear success, he is the brain behind the successes recorded by the Lagos State Police Command.

He became RRS Commander during the tenure of former Governor Akinwunmi Ambode until his redeployment to Abuja on Wednesday.

Disu was Aide De Camp to the former governor and National Leader of All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2003.

By Kazeem

Lagosians To Process CofO, Survey, Other Building Documents Online by 2021 Says Sanwo-Olu

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By Kazeem Ugbodaga

Beginning from first quarter of 2021, all land related transactions in Lagos State will be undertaken online, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu disclosed on Wednesday.

The plan, the governor said, was to further accelerate the process of getting approvals on land matters and create an enduring business-driven property development market in the State.

Sanwo-Olu made the disclosure at the maiden Real Estate Marketplace Conference and Exhibitions organised by Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA), with the theme: “Unearthing real opportunities in Real Estate.”

The governor said the State’s Department of Lands had built the required capacity for smooth transition to the online platform, stressing that the plan was already in its final stage.

When the web-based platform is finally launched, there will be no need for applicants seeking for Certificates of Occupancy (C of O), survey and building plan approvals to physically submit paper documents for authorisation. All documentation and payments will be done by applicants from the comfort of their homes.

Sanwo-Olu said the new development would bring about quick turnaround time in land transactions and boost private investors’ confidence in provision of home ownership model that will address deficits in housing.

He said: “We have improved on our GIS solution to accelerating land matters in Lagos. From the first quarter of next year, we will be launching an online platform on which all land transactions will be done. When the project kick-starts next year, there will be one-stop shop for all transactions relating to land, including Governor’s approval on CofO, and building approval by Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development.

“We have given our commitment on this, because of the need to improve the turnaround time from when people submit their requests for approval and the time the authorisation is completed. We cannot afford to disappoint private investors and applicants seeking real time approval. We are raising our capacity, so that we can respond to the requests and discharge them.”

The governor charged residents and property developers applying for approvals to stop cutting corners and circumventing the process, stressing that sharp practices would only make it difficult for impatient applicants to get their documents approved.

10 Obaship Stools Vacant in Lagos As Stakeholders Set To Review Oba, Chief Law

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The Lagos State Ministry of Justice, through the Directorate of Legislative Drafting, on Monday, commenced a stakeholders’ meeting on the Review of the Obas and Chiefs of Lagos State Law, 2015, to update the legislation and make it responsive to current realities.

Explaining the reason for the engagement, the Director, Legislative Drafting, Mrs. Aderinsola Olarenwaju, stated that the Ministry had identified several lacunae in the law and set up a committee which came up with a draft containing proposals that were presented at the meeting. 

In her words: "The present legislation is a good law, it's been in existence since 1957. However, there is a need to look into it, identify the lacunae and change things not in tandem with present realities".

While urging those who could not attend the session to send memoranda for amendment or repeal of sections, Olarenwaju added that a bigger session would be held with Obas, Chiefs and other stakeholders in attendance. 

Also speaking at the forum, the Director, Chieftaincy, Lagos State Ministry of Local Government and Community Affairs, Mr. Lukman Folami, praised the Ministry, especially the Directorate of Legislative Drafting for organising the event. 

He emphasised that the review was overdue, stressing that there were no fewer than 93 Monarchs (65 of whom are First Class Obas), while 10 Obaship Stools are presently vacant across the State. 

“The law really needs to be upgraded. They should help us fast-track this review. Everybody wants to become Oba, Chief. Even those with red blood, that are not bluebloods, want to become Obas. Let us do something to help our laws and help save the State. As of today, we have 93 Obas on-ground; about 10 stools that need to be occupied," Folami said. 

The interactive session considered amending several sections of the Law, including Section 12 which provides that amendment or replacement of registered declaration is permissible only once.

OONI RECEIVES SON, PRINCE ADESOJI ADEREMI, RELEASES FACIAL IDENTITY TO THE PUBLIC

 

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The Ooni of Ife & Arole Oodua, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on Tuesday received his crown prince Tadenikawo Adesoji Aderemi Ogunwusi,  releasing his pictures to the public. 

The Prince came in a motorcade to the entrance(Enu Geru)of the Palace and received by the AGBA IFE led by Obalufe of Ife, Oba Idowu Adediwura, The MODEWA led by Lowa Adimula of Ife, Highchief Adeola Adeyeye and EMESEs led by Sarun Oriowo Oyeyemi. They all ushered the Prince and his mother, Queen ShilekunOla Ogunwusi(YEYELUWA),  the families, friends and associates from Akure into the Ooni's Palace.

The Prince and his mother first stopped at Ile-Nla within the palace courtyard where the families and relatives of Ogunwusi Royal families and friends were awaiting the arrival of the baby from where they proceeded to Emese's court, where the Prince was finally handed over to his joyful father, Ooni Adeyeye Ogunwusi who came out through the sacred ILE IGBO in accordance to the full culture and traditions of Ile-Ife as always observed whenever a reigning Ooni receives his newly born Prince into the palace after the necessary rites of 21 days.

After receiving his son from the mother, Ooni Ogunwusi accompanied by relevant spiritual aides swiftly took the baby straight into the inner chamber of ILE IGBO for the necessary spiritual confirmation to establish the blood lineage of Oduduwa our progenitor following the foots steps of his ancestors. 

The monarch later came out from ILE IGBO with smiles and majestic dance steps welcomed by thunderous shouts "Kabiyesi ooooo!" "Kabiyesi oooooo!" from the waiting crowd who watched with excitements and jubilations as Ooni handed over the Prince to his elated mother who danced with the baby in her hands to her apartment at the palace. 

Ooni's Palace was full of activities as various people across the country came in droves to witness the grand entry of the Prince and the subsequent handing over to the joyous father who was seeing him for the first time since he was born 3 weeks ago.

It would be recalled that the palace of the Ooni of Ife two weeks ago during the 8  day naming ceremony announced that it would not release the facial identity of the Prince to the public until after the mandated 21 days in line with the cultural legacy established by Oduduwa Olofin Adimula several centuries ago.

Alaafin Of Oyo : Without Traditional Rulers, There Will Not Be Nigeria | AgegePulse Magazine

 

Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III has said that without traditional rulers there will be no Nigeria. He said that elders will not cease in the land according to BBC News Yoruba. 

 

Alaafin of Oyo explained this during a recent visit made by Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado-Bayero to his palace in Oyo. 

He said that most of the time, he has written on the importance and roles of the traditional rulers in the development of Nigeria. 

Alaafin also told Ado-Bayero that himself and his late father fought for the money going to the state which is five percent. He said that traditional rulers are benefiting from this money today. 

Oba Adeyemi assured that he will continue to fight for the traditional rulers because they are important in the society. He explained that it is because of them that the country is still standing. 

During the visit, Emir of kano, Ado-Bayero explained that he went to visit Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III in Oyo. pe iyi lo jẹ fun oun lati ṣe abẹwo si Alaafin lode Oyo.

He said that he will ensure that the relationship which exists between Alaafin of Oyo and his late father continues. He said he visited Oyo to learn from the knowledge of Alaafin and also to receive blessings from Alaafin. 

Ado-Bayero added that Oyo and kano have many things in common both in the area of education and business.

He said that the importance of Alaafin can not be underestimate in Nigeria and among the people who knew history. 

Passengers to pay N3000 to N6000 for Lagos-Ibadan train tickets, says Nigerian Govt | AgegePulse Magazine

The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved charges on the new Lagos-Ibadan rail standard gauge which would begin operations by January 2021.

The Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, made the disclosure during the inauguration of the Governing Council of the Chartered Institute of Transport Administration of Nigeria in Abuja on Friday.

“We charge N3,000 per Economy seat, N5,000 for Business class, and N6,000 for First class, the same is applicable to Lagos to Ibadan.

Ooni of Ife Sets To Honour Baale Amuwo Odofin | AgegePulse Magazine

 

His Imperial Majesty Alayeluwa Arole Oduduwa Olofin Adimula, Ọ̀ọni Adeyẹ́yẹ̀ Ẹnitan Bàbátunde Ògúnwusi Ọjàjà II, Ooni of Ife, this weekend will be honouring the Baale of Amuwo Odofin, Aare, Itesiwaju Omo Oduduwa, High Chief Hakeem Rabiu at the a week long "Ileya Omo Oodua Festival".

On the 5th and 6th December, Baale Amuwo will be honour alongside prominent Traditional Rulers in the country which will be held at the Ooni Palace in Ile-Ife.

Citation of Baale of Amuwo Adofin, Lagos.

High Chief Hakeem Rabiu Abayomi is an highly placed man of integrity with humble character. A public-spirited, philanthropist, epitome of dynamic leadership and excellent personified. 

He was born into the family of Rabiu of Amuwo Odofin Lagos state (Awori Compound). He is an executive member of the Amuwo Odofin Indigenous Youth. Member of Unison Social Club of Nigeria. Member of Lagos State & Fashion Designers Association. 

He has bagged many recognition for excellence award such as; Achievers & Role model Award 2013. Special Merit Award by Maa-Sha Allah Arabic & Islamic; also recognized for Award of Excellence by Dairat Jafariyat Fitorikat Tijaniyat. Cultural Ambassador award by Omo Yoruba Atata in Ghana 2013. Evergreen Award by TOC COMMUNICATIONS 2018. Life time Father of Culture by Alagbawii Yoruba Magasinni Fans Club, 2016 to mention few.

He is a founder of ITESIWAJU OMO ODUDUWA Progressive Forum, a pan Yoruba group to promote the culture and heritage of Yoruba nation. 

He is also the founder of ITESIWAJU Cooperative Trade and Credit Society, a body that gives out loans and empower with NO interest. 

He is currently the Baale of Amuwo Odofin Kingdom in Lagos.

Lagos To Host 1st Real Estate Market Place Conference, Exhibition | AgegePulse Magazine

The Lagos State Government has announced that plans have been concluded to hold the first ever Real Estate Market Place Conference and Exhibitions between Wednesday,9th and Thursday,10th December, 2020.

The Conference and Exhibitions will be hosted by the Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority, LASRERA at Expo Hall of Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.

The initiative according to the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Housing, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka was designed to provide a meeting-point for real estate practitioners and their potentials clients.

She informed that the State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, his Deputy Dr. Obafemi Kadiri Hamzat and some other key stakeholders in the built sector have been billed to attend the two day event. 

She urged  residents especially those interested in real estate properties to attend the event and meet with verified real estate developers with affordable home purchase schemes. 

Benson-Awoyinka explained that the forum also provides an avenue for participants to meet genuine practitioners with track records and traceable identities, stressing that all participants have been registered and their data captured by LASRERA. 

The Special Adviser assured Lagosians that the event which promises to be a One  Shop Stop for the real estate sector and will bring a total turn around into Real Estate businesses are transactions in Nigeria, assuring that real estate practice in Lagos State is now changing the narrative of fraudulent practices and unprofessionalism which the industry has been known for over the years. 

She called on interested persons who are yet to leverage on the platform being provided by LASRERA, to visit the Agency's website and apply to be part of the Conference and Exhibitions. 

The registration link for participation in the programme is : https://lasrera2020.eventbrite.com

ADEOTI SOBOWALE 

Assistant Director, Public Affairs

Obasanjo, Adams reconcile, settle 15-year rift | AgegePulse Magazine

.. Development a new beginning for Yoruba race, Adebanjo, says

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo and the Aareonakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Abiodun Ige Adams on Wednesday reconciled their long-term rift. 

The reconciliation meeting held at the Lekki residence of the Afenifere leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, 

The meeting, held behind closed door, had in attendance, Afenifere

Spokesperson, Yinka Odumakin, Basorun Segun Sanni, and Mr. Akin Osuntokun among others

The meeting also took far reaching decisions on major and critical issues affecting the Yoruba nation to be basis of consultation with other leaders in Yoruba land

Speaking shortly after the meeting,

Adams said the meeting was a robust deliberation with  particular interest in the state of the nation, including insecurity, unity  among others.

LASTMA GM Returns N52,000 Illegally Collected From Motorist In Lagos | AgegePulse Magazine

General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olajide Oduyoye, has returned N52,000 which was illegally collected from a motorist in Lagos by one police officer.

This was revealed in a statement quoted by the LASTMA Boss, "On Monday, I investigated a case of extortion involving a lady whose vehicle was arrested wrongfully when the police squad attached to the LASTMA Enforcement Unit went to enforce the law on one-way driving without LASTMA personnel. 

"While making arrests, this innocent motorist was also picked up and her vehicle brought to the headquarters. The vehicle was not booked for any offence. They negotiated from N150,000 and ended up fining her N52,000 using a POS for payment. 

"She then called the LASTMA  contact number and the incident was brought to my notice. I insisted on investigating the issue, identified the officer involved and the money was retrieved.

"We called the lady to return to LASTMA Headquarters to collect her money. She came with her mum and they were extremely grateful. We will be sending a report to the Police formation for them to start the process of reprimanding the officer involved.

"We will not tolerate any negative attitude from our officers or those attached to any of our enforcement units. We continue to encourage road users to send reports of any errant officer via any of our complaint channels." Engr. Oduyoye Concluded.