Residents Cry Out As Fuel Sells For N2000 Per Litre

By Ayodele Ifasakin 

Amid issues around availability of petroleum, residents of border communities between Nigeria and Benin Republic in Ogun State have lamented the cost of buying petroleum.

Residents Cry Out As Fuel Sells For N2000 Per Litre 

It was gathered that in the areas, petroleum has reached up to N2000 per litre.

This may not be unconnected to the fact that only four petroleum stations are said to be licensed by the federal government in the area, they are; Lafems Oil, Mobil Fuelling Station, Oppresso Oil and Gas; and Somolab Fuelling Station are authorised by the Nigerian government to sell petrol.

Some of the areas affected are; Idiroko, Ijofin, Agosasa, Ipokia, Iwoye Ketu, Tube, Oniro, Araromi ofo, Ilate, Ohunbo, Agada, Maahun and Tungeji, across Ipokia and Imeko Afon Local Government Areas.

The fueling stations licensed by the federal government sell fuel between N1,200 and N1,300 per litre, while black marketers sell N2,000 per litre, according to PUNCH.

Smugglers have also been blamed for the increase in the cost of petroleum in the area.

It would be recalled that in 2019, former President Muhammadu Buhari banned the supply of petroleum products to petrol stations within 20km of the country’s border due to diversion of fuel to Neighbour if countries.

Although the Buhari government later granted some filling station waivers to sell fuel in the border communities, the number is however insignificant to the population of the areas.

Also speaking, the Chairman of Ipokia Local Government Youth Forum, Imoleayo Mawutin, lamented that four petrol stations were grossly inadequate to serve a population of over 350,000 people.

He called on the government to lift the ban on the sale of petrol and allow other filling stations sell fuel.

Every week, we have a total supply of 180,000 litres of PMS in our local government but it is all going down the drain to the Benin Republic, PMS racketeers and black marketers.

“Our people now have to go as far as over 30km to Owode township, in another local government to buy PMS which customs will still have to harass and treat them badly while they confiscate the products meant for domestic consumption.

“These inhumane acts had forced most of our hospitals, Small and Medium Enterprises and farmers out of operations and the few left with no other option have to result to buying of PMS from black marketers and hoarders at an unreasonable price ranging from 1,500 to 2,000 Naira per litre”, Mawutin said.

How EndBadGovernance Protest Cost DSS, NIA Bosses Their Jobs

 By Ayodele Ifasakin 

The reasons the immediate past Director-General of the Department of State Services, Yusuf Bichi, and the DG of the National Intelligence Agency, Ahmed Abubakar, resigned from their positions have been revealed.

Sources within the Presidency told Saturday PUNCH that President Bola Tinubu and the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, questioned the intelligence gathering mechanisms of the two agencies following the violent nature of the #EndBadGovernance protests in some northern states and the seizure of three presidential aircraft in France.

How EndBadGovernance Protest Cost DSS, NIA Bosses Their Jobs

While Bichi was held responsible for lack of functional intelligence on the protest, Abubakar was reportedly queried for the NIA’s inability to have reports ahead of the seizure of the jets by a Chinese company, Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment Co. Limited.

A French court had sanctioned the seizure of three Nigerian presidential jets, including a newly purchased Airbus, amid a legal dispute between Zhongshan and the Ogun State Government.

The #EndBadGovernance protest, which began on August 1, turned violent in Kano, Gombe, Yobe, Borno and Bauchi states while demonstrations in the South-West were peaceful.

During the protests in some northern states, public and private facilities were destroyed, while hoodlums looted shops and caused mayhem. This led to the imposition of curfews in Kano, Bauchi, and Plateau states.

The protest was driven by widespread hardship resulting from the removal of fuel subsidy, electricity tariff hike and the high cost of living, among other issues.

Bichi, who hails from Kano State, where widespread destruction and looting occurred, was appointed on September 14, 2018, by former President Muhammadu Buhari.

Abubakar, from Katsina State, was also appointed by Buhari on January 10, 2018.

According to credible sources, Tinubu and Ribadu were embarrassed by the turn of events on the seizure of the presidential jets and the #EndBadGovernance demonstrations.

"The seizure of the presidential jets and violent nature of the #EndBadGovernance protest embarrassed the President nationally and internationally.

“The President was displeased with the NIA and DSS bosses. This was why he requested the resignation of the two security chiefs,” said one of the sources

ORILẸ-AGEGE LCDA COMMISSIONS EGUNGUN SHRINE AT ALAAGBA

 By Ayodele Ifasakin 

The Chairman of Orilẹ-Agege LCDA, Hon. Johnson Sunday Babatunde ably represented by Hon. Olabode, the Chief of Staff on Thursday, August 29, 2024, commissioned the _Egungun SHRINE_ at Alaagba, Ìyànà Ipaja.

ORILẸ-AGEGE LCDA COMMISSIONS EGUNGUN SHRINE AT ALAAGBA

 While talking to the traditional religious ruler and worshippers, he felicitated with them on the commencement of the traditional celebration and encouraged them to make sure they are law abiding during the celebration. 

He also mentioned that the administration of Hon Johnson Babatunde is an all inclusive one which would not neglect any religious belief  and that is why he has supported the renovation of the shrine so that the traditional worshippers  can also have a conducive place to worship.

Present at the celebration were the Alaige of Orilẹ-Agege, HRM Ọba Ambaliu Hakeem Agbedeyi; the Olú of Orilẹ-Agege, HRM Oba Kamila Ìṣìbà; All the Baales, Chiefs amongst other.

Lagos holds Interactive Session with Community Media Practitioners

 By Ayodele Ifasakin 

…harps on the importance of objective information gatekeeping

Lagos holds Interactive Session with Community Media Practitioners

Lagos State Government on Friday, August 28, 2024 has charged community media practitioners to be objective with their roles as information gatekeepers when dissemination news to the publics at the grassroots.

SSA to the Governor on Local Government and Rural Development; Mr Babatunde Durojaiye gave this charge while delivering his keynote address during an interactive session with community media practitioners at the State Secretariat earlier today.

Mr Durojaiye iterated that the interactive session is targeted towards equipping Community Media Practitioners with requisite knowledge on grassroots information dissemination that will foster goodwill for this administration, especially in projecting the policies, programmes and achievements of the Sanwo-Olu led Administration, implemented through the T.H.E.M.E.S. Plus Agenda.

He harped on the crucial role community media practitioners play in ensuring that the masses are properly informed on the programmes and policies of the Government and how they can benefit from it. This, he said, is the major gatekeeping role that community media practitioners should perform.

He added that the role of the community media practitioner is crucial in shaping the mindset of the people about their government, hence the need for them to always ensure that the publics are exposed to the numerous projects and policies being executed by the Government both in rural and urban areas, and should also ensure that Government is made aware of the plights and needs of the people.

He stressed that the administration of Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has continued to invest into critical infrastructure needed in communities across the State and has also been providing grants and loans targeted majorly to rural dwellers who are into small and medium scale businesses in their communities.

“This is why it behoves on you as community media practitioners, who are information gatekeepers between the Government and the people at the grassroots to ensure policies and programmes of the Government that would benefit the people at the grassroots is properly disseminated to them, while also serving as a feedback medium for the Government”. He said.

Similarly, the Assistant Director, Public Affairs in the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development; Mr Kehinde Adebayo, while delivering his welcome address, thanked Mr Governor for approving the Interactive Session since his assumption into office.

He stated that Interactive session such as this affords the Ministry the opportunity to have periodic interface with Community Media Practitioners, thereby creating a platform where these practitioners can be properly informed on the numerous projects the administration of Mr Governor has executed across the State.

Adebayo also stressed on the integral role community media practitioners play in a State like Lagos, adding that the role of an information gatekeeper is a privileged role that must be performed with integrity.

“While performing this role, we must ensure we are transparent about our biases and conflicts of interest, and ensure we do not use it to paint Government in a bad light or create agitations in our Communities. As an unbiased Gatekeeper, we need to be accountable to our communities, as well as the Government by ensuring we amplify the voices of those who need to be heard and douse the voices that can cause anarchy in the society”. He said.

Publisher of the Lead Lagos Community Newspaper in Amuwo-Odofin; Adejumo Abayomi, while speaking on behalf of the participants, applauded the administration of Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu for the continued inclusion of Community Media in information dissemination channels of the State.

He assured that Community Media Practitioners would continue to project the policies, programmes and the achievements of this administration across the 57 Councils of the State.

The interactive session which is the third of its kind since the inception of the administration of Mr Governor was well attended by seasoned facilitators and community media practitioners across the 57 Councils of the State.

SANWO-OLU CHARGES YOUNG PEOPLE TO STAY FOCUSED, SHUN PEER PRESSURE

 By Yomi Durojaye 

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has charged young people, particularly the recipients of the Silver Award of the International Award for Young People Nigeria, to stay focused to achieve a greater tomorrow.

He urged the recipients of the award, which is part of the globally recognised Edinburgh's International Award framework, to thrive to be the best in everything they do and make good use of the opportunities and platform given to them.

Governor Sanwo-Olu spoke on Thursday during the Silver Award Presentation Ceremony and 10th Anniversary of the International Award for Young People Nigeria, tagged "#Celebrating Infinite Impact," held at Lagos House, Ikeja.

The Governor urged the 200 public school students aged between 16 and 24, who received the Silver International Award for Young People, Nigeria, to see the development as a motivation to push forward to greater heights.

He also advised the recipients to shun peer pressure and social media influence and stay focused to achieve a greater tomorrow.

"I want to urge you to believe in yourself. At age 15, 16, continue to say to yourselves that I will always do the right thing. Stay focused. Don't join the crowd or believe that it is okay to do the wrong thing. No, it is not okay because it is from now that you mould your tomorrow. It is from now that you determine what your future would be, and it is only when you do it right that that future that you want can come to reality," Governor Sanwo-Olu advised.

Speaking virtually during the event, the Board Chair, International Award for Young People, Nigeria, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Olawale Edun, commended the resilience of the young people in achieving the feat despite the rigorous exercises.

Edun challenged the Silver Awardees to pursue their dreams and aim for the Gold Award to distinguish them among their peers. 

The Minister also appreciated the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu-led Lagos State Government, awardees' mentors, and teachers for impacting knowledge into the future leaders of tomorrow.

Also speaking, Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mr. Mobolaji Ogunlende, reiterated the commitment of the state government to youth’s development and implored young people to continue to thrive for excellence.

During the ceremony, the Silver Awardees, who received their certificates from Governor Sanwo-Olu, were visibly elated to see the Governor, who motivated and encouraged them.

FARMING TIPS: What It Takes To Start A Turkey Farming Business

 By Ayodele Ifasakin 

Turkey farming is one of the unique business ideas you can venture into.

FARMING TIPS: What It Takes To Start A Turkey Farming Business

Turkey are very good scavengers consuming earthworms, small insects, snails, kitchen waste and termites.

“Turkeys only need a lot of care when still young. Young poults need to be kept warm by being kept close to a source of heat

Turkeys start laying eggs at six to eight months and this production period is up to 24 weeks from the point of lay. Under proper feeding, a single turkey lays as much as 60-100 eggs annually. Nearly 70 percent of the eggs will be laid in the afternoon. When it comes to hatching, it can hatch as many as 15 at each sitting.

Specifics for breeding and incubating turkeys are quite different from chicken. 

 It is very challenging when turkeys start laying eggs because they do not want anybody to see them.

The incubation period is 28 days. There are two methods of incubation. Natural incubation with sitting females; naturally turkeys are good brooders and each can hatch 10-15 numbers of eggs. Only clean eggs with good eggshells and shape should be placed for brooding to get 60%-80% hatchability and healthy poults.

Turkeys require particular conditions which are different from those for other poultry birds. First of all, turkeys need a lot of space by virtual of their size.

Specifics for breeding and incubating turkeys are quite different from chicken.

Feeding

 start your turkeys on starter mash. Make sure there is plenty of starter mash in the feeders, and that the chicks have fresh clean water at all times. Common varieties of turkeys include broad-breasted bronze and Broad-breasted white.

Feed for turkey poults must contain at least 24 per cent protein (not found in many commercial feeds), 2 per cent calcium and 0.9 per cent phosphorus.

Turkeys require about six square feet of space each.

Young ones

For a start, a lamp that provides 100F is required. The temperature should be lowered by five degrees a week thereafter. 

Young turkeys can be hard to look after as they have been known to eat their litter.

Remember that turkeys are curious birds. It is hard to tell what they can get into. You should strive to keep the area where your turkey lives free of hazardous elements like oil.

 Facts about turkey meat

Turkey meat has nutritional and sensorial properties which make it almost ideal raw material for rational and curative nutrition.

People prefer turkey meat because of its leanest nature.

It is also rich in essential amino acids and vitamins like niacin, vitamin B6 and B12. It is rich in unsaturated fatty acids and essential fatty acids and low in cholesterol.

A well-fed mature turkey will give over 90 eggs per year. Turkeys are known for their protein content which is good for the body and a good source of amino acids. Just one serving of turkeys provides 65% of your recommended daily intake of protein.

Turkey is known to contain traces of minerals, thought to aid in cancer prevention. It contains selenium, which is essential for the healthy function of the thyroid and immune system. Selenium is an antioxidant and protects against cancer.

Turkey is considered a good source of vitamins. 

Saturated fat is necessary for biological functions, hormone production, padding for organs and energy. While saturated fat is necessary for a healthy body, most moderately-active people need to avoid too much of it in their diet. Turkey has under 12% of the recommended daily allowance of saturated fat per 4oz.

Grass-fed turkey raised under organic conditions conveys the most health benefits. Grass-fed turkeys offer higher nutrition and are superior to birds given antibiotics or raised without access to natural pasture.

 Diseases

Fowl pox disease is a viral infection that attacks turkeys

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Health: Strike: FG Evokes ‘No Work, No Pay’ Policy Against Resident Doctors

By Ayodele Ifasakin 

The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has evoked the “No Work, No Pay” policy against the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) over its recent warning strike.

NARD had embarked on a nationwide seven-day warning strike on Monday over the continued detention of its abducted member , Dr. Ganiyat Popoola-Olawale.

Strike: FG Evokes ‘No Work, No Pay’ Policy Against Resident Doctors

In a statement Thursday signed by its spokesman, Ado Bako, the ministry expressed deep disappointment over NARD’s decision to embark on the warning strike.

The ministry said the association did so disregarding all negotiations and plea attempts by the federal government to resolve its concerns and ensure continued industrial harmony.

The ministry also said it found the decision to proceed with the strike action, in the midst of the ongoing discussions, deeply regrettable saying it believes that continued dialogue is the best approach to resolving any outstanding issues.

” In view of this, the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare wishes to bring to the notice of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), that in line with extant labour laws, the Federal Government will evoke the “No Work, No Pay” for the number of days the strike was observed. This measure is not intended to undermine the legitimate concerns of our medical professionals but to ensure that essential healthcare services are not unduly disrupted to the detriment of the public,” the ministry said in the statement.

The statement said the ministry would not relent in its efforts to guarantee the safety, improve the welfare and working conditions of all healthcare workers, including resident doctors.

“Significant strides have been made in recent negotiations, and the government has demonstrated good faith by addressing many of the concerns highlighted by NARD,” it said.

The ministry further said that it had been working tirelessly over the past months, in collaboration with relevant security agencies, including the Office of the National Security Adviser, NSA, to ensure the immediate and safe rescue of Dr Ganiyat Popoola.

While saying that high-level discussions and coordinated efforts are currently underway, it said it remains confident that these measures will lead to a positive outcome.

The federal ministry of health also enjoined all resident doctors to return to the negotiation table so that they could collaboratively find lasting solutions to the challenges facing the healthcare sector.

Breaking News: FG Gives Traders One-Month Ultimatum to Slash Prices or Face Enforcement

By Ayodele Ifasakin 

The Federal Government has issued a stern warning to traders and market stakeholders to reduce prices of goods and services nationwide within one month or face enforcement actions. 

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) made the announcement at a stakeholders' engagement in Abuja, citing exorbitant pricing practices that threaten the economy.

Executive Vice Chairman Tunji Bello warned that violators face severe penalties, including fines and imprisonment, but emphasized that the approach is not punitive, urging stakeholders to cooperate and embrace patriotism.

The Market stakeholders attributed price hikes to factors like import charges, transportation costs, insecurity, and multiple taxation.

The FCCPC's move aims to curb illicit pricing practices, such as a fruit blender priced at $89 in the US but sold for N944,999 in Lagos. The commission will start firm enforcement after the one-month moratorium, and stakeholders are urged to comply to avoid severe consequences.

LAWMA ACADEMY CONCLUDES 2024 SUMMER SCHOOL

 By Ayodele Ifasakin 

… As Program Empowers Young Eco-Warriors in Lagos

The LAWMA Academy has concluded its 2024 summer school program, a comprehensive initiative designed to educate pupils on effective waste management and recycling practices.

The four-week intensive course, which was held at LAWMA's headquarters in Ijora-Olopa, saw participation of pupils across various schools in Lagos State.

LAWMA ACADEMY CONCLUDES 2024 SUMMER SCHOOL

In his address at the event, the Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, represented by Mr. Kunle Adebiyi, Executive Director of Finance, expressed satisfaction with the performance of kids who participated in the program, while encouraging them to apply their newly acquired knowledge in their daily lives.

He said, "I am thrilled with your performance during this training. I urge you to go out there and share what you have learned with others. You must put these lessons into practice by properly sorting your waste and utilising recycling materials to create useful items."

He emphasised the importance of the pupils becoming ambassadors for waste management, adding "Wherever you find yourselves, remember that you now carry the responsibility of promoting good waste management practices”.

Head of LAWMA Academy, Mrs. Bola Adewumi, urged the participants to make good use of their new knowledge to promote sustainable living in their communities.

Highlights of the event included awards for outstanding students from the primary and secondary categories.

The pupils, as well as the August LAWMA Academy interns, named team SSS (Sustainable Solution Squad), showcased projects and innovations developed during the program, demonstrating their grasp of waste management concepts and their potential to drive positive change in their various communities.

The summer school curriculum covered topics such as waste segregation, recycling techniques, and the environmental impact of proper waste management. Participants also engaged in hands-on activities and practical sessions, leaving them with a sound knowledge of sustainable waste practices.

Tackling Health Misinformation Through Community Media: A Landmark Initiative

By Yomi Durojaye 

The Association of Practitioners of Community Media (APCOM) is proud to announce a landmark initiative in partnership with the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board and Nigeria Health Watch. This collaborative effort aims to address the pressing issue of health misinformation within communities.

Tackling Health Misinformation Through Community Media: A Landmark Initiative

The launch of this joint initiative was announced during an interactive session held in Lagos on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024. APCOM's National President, Mr. Abayomi Adejumo, led the session, which marked the beginning of a concerted effort to promote accurate health information and dispel harmful misconceptions.

Through this partnership, APCOM, Nigeria Health Watch, and the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board are committed to empowering communities with reliable health knowledge, fostering a culture of informed decision-making, and ultimately improving health outcomes.

The partnership aims to:

- Develop and disseminate accurate health information

- Counter misinformation and myths

- Promote health literacy

- Support community-led health initiatives

- Strengthen the capacity of community media practitioners to report on health issues accurately

Mr. Abara Etim, Program Manager of Nigeria Health Watch, emphasized the importance of community media practitioners in disseminating health information to community dwellers. "We cannot achieve this alone, but with a smooth collaboration with community media practitioners, we can create impact."

Mrs. Temidayo Adewuyi, Public Health Officer from the Lagos State Ministry of Health, representing the Primary Health Care Board, praised the initiative. "This is a laudable initiative that we would like to key into. We have executed various health programs in the past, and health advocacy is one of our top priorities."

Mr. Oloyede Kolawole, Acting Public Relations Officer of APCOM, thanked the representatives of Nigeria Health Watch and the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board for creating an opportunity for deliberation. He urged them to continue communicating with community media practitioners, emphasizing APCOM's readiness to partner with them.

SANWO-OLU HARPS ON INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE AT CONFERENCE

 By Ayodele Ifasakin 

The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has harped on the need to embrace integrative medicine which is a key component of the healthcare landscape in Lagos State.

The Governor stated this recently while speaking at the Annual Conference of the Association of Integrative Medicine Practitioners of Nigeria (Lagos State Branch) held at EHJ Sisters Domus Fidel, Ikeja.

SANWO-OLU HARPS ON INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE AT CONFERENCE

While highlighting the significance of integrative medicine in the healthcare sector and its potential for economic growth, Sanwo-Olu emphasised the increasing importance of integrative medicine in the 21st-century healthcare system.

He underscored its role in enhancing the nation's well-being and driving economic development, aligning with the transformative vision for Lagos State and Nigeria.

Mr. Governor, who was represented at the event by the Registrar, Lagos State Traditional Medicine Board, Prince Babatunde Adele, further underscored the role of integrative medicine in enhancing the nation's well-being and driving economic development.

He said the Conference Theme: "A Hidden Gold for Health and Economic Emancipation of Nigeria in the 21st Century", resonates profoundly as it speaks to the untapped potential of integrative medicine.

Sanwo-Olu further emphasised the ability of integrative medicine to offer a holistic approach to health, combining conventional and alternative practices to improve individual lives and reduce the economic burden of illness.

“Our administration has supported initiatives to promote awareness and training in this field, and we have encouraged the establishment of integrative medicine clinics and research centres”, he said.

He also stressed the critical role of the health sector in national progress, especially in today's fast-paced world, praising integrative medicine for its innovative approach and the positive impact it has had on communities.

“By embracing this holistic approach, we are not only broadening the healthcare horizons but also unlocking new avenues for economic empowerment, creating jobs and enhancing the quality of life for all”, he said.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu reiterated his commitment to advancing integrative medicine as a key component of the healthcare landscape in Lagos State.

BREAKING: Adidas opens Africa’s first Adidas Originals store in Lagos, Nigeria

 BREAKING: Adidas opens Africa’s first Adidas Originals store in Lagos, Nigeria

The store, which is also the largest of its kind in West Africa is located at the Ikeja City Mall in Lagos State. 

The store itself, designed to be more than just a retail space, offers a curated selection of sports and lifestyle products, including footwear, apparel, and accessories for men, women, and children. 

Special attention has been given to featuring sought-after collaboration collections that have garnered a global following.

“This store is unique because it’s Adidas Originals. Adidas Originals is a lifestyle line, not performance gear—these are the pieces you wear when you just want to go out, look fresh, and feel cool,” said Ijeoma Arum, CEO of BrandCo Nigeria, during the launch. 

“There are Adidas Originals stores around the world, but this is the first one in Africa, and we’re thrilled it’s in Lagos.”

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Lagos State Govt To Commence 2nd Phase of 25% Discounted "Ounje Eko" On Sept. 1st .

By Yomi Durojaye 

...To run for 8-Weeks in all 57 LGA/LCDA including Education Institutions and others

M- Hon. Commissioner for Agric & Food Systems, Hon. Ms. Abiola Olusanya, L- Commissioner for Information & Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotosho and Perm. SEC, Min. Of Agriculture & Food Systems Mr. Emmanuel 

The  Lagos State Government through the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems has announced the commencement of the Ounje Eko Food Discount Market Phase II, an initiative aimed at alleviating the impact of rising food prices on our citizens. This programme aligns with Mr. Governor's commitment to supporting Lagosians through innovative and impactful initiatives.

In a press briefing at the Ministry office, the Hon. Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Ms. Abisola Olusanya said, "Earlier this year, the Lagos State Government successfully implemented the Ounje Eko Food Discount Market Phase I. This project was established across the 57 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) of Lagos State, including Alausa, Secretariat and Lekki Phase I. These temporary markets operated on Sundays to provide selected food items at a 25% discount. This initiative, held over six editions, reached over 250,000 beneficiaries across the State, ensuring essential food items were accessible to all citizens, regardless of economic constraints. 

"Citizens across Lagos enjoyed 25% discount on a variety of food items, including Rice, Beans, Garri, Bread, Eggs, Tomatoes, Pepper, Tatashe, and Onions. 

The success and wide acclaim of the first phase of the project have shown us the substantial impact such initiatives can have on improving the lives of our citizens. In response to numerous requests from the public, Mr. Governor has decided to expand and enhance this initiative.

"With food inflation reaching 40.9%, placing the price of staple food items beyond the reach of many households, and its attendant social implications, Mr. Governor approved the implementation of the Ounje Eko Food Discount Market Phase II. This second phase will commence on the 1st of September 2024 and will run for 8 weeks across 64 locations, including the 57 LGAs/LCDAs, Alausa Secretariat, Lekki Phase 1, University of Lagos (UNILAG), Lagos State University (LASU), Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), and Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH).

She stated that, The markets would  operate from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. on Sundays, Markets at the Alausa Secretariat and the institutions, such as UNILAG, LASU, LASUSTECH, LASUED, and LASUTH, will take place on Fridays while the market for Mushin LGA, to be held at the Fresh Food Hub in Idi-Oro, will operate on Wednesdays and Saturdays. 

"The food items available at the markets will include a maximum cap purchasable of 5kg each for Rice, Beans, and Garri, 2 loaves of Bread, 1 crate of Egg, 2kg of Tomatoes, and 1kg each for Pepper, Tatashe, and Onion per individual. It is important to note that the prices of these food items have increased over the past few months, varying from one location to another. For instance, a 50kg bag of local Rice (short grain) sells for 75,000 Naira in Ikeja and Lagos Island, 68,000 Naira in Badagry, and 70,000 Naira in Ikorodu. Therefore, to accommodate these disparities, the prices of food items sold at each market location will align with the prevailing local market prices, as the items will be sold by local vendors. 

To ensure smooth running of trade transactions, the ministry would collaborate with Payment Service Providers such as Money Master PSB by GLO, MoMo PSB by MTN, Smartcash PSB by Airtel, Palmpay, Hydrogen by Access Bank, and Traction, all transactions will be digitalized. No cash transactions will occur at any market location, enhancing accountability and convenience. For any transaction issues, such as declined but debited transactions, citizens are advised to contact their respective banks, she concluded.

Hon. Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotosho, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems, Mr. Emmanuel Fatai , Top Ministry's Directors were among top dignitaries at the press briefing.

Sports: HOS Games: LAHA Team Wallops Odi Olowo LCDA Two Goals to Zero, Qualifies For Next Round

By Yomi Durojaye 

In an exhilarating display of skill and determination, the Lagos State House of Assembly (LAHA) football team secured a convincing 2-0 victory against Odi Olowo in their latest match, advancing to the next round of the competition.

 Sports: HOS Games: LAHA Team Wallops Odi Olowo LCDA Two Goals to Zero, Qualifies For  Next Round

The match, held at the Dairy Farms Secondary School field, saw LAHA dominate from start to finish, with Oyewale Sunday, popularly known as Skima, emerging as the hero of the day.

 Skima's remarkable performance left the opposing team reeling, as he found the back of the net twice, securing the win for his team.

Skima's first goal came in the 22nd minute, following a swift counter-attack that left the Odi Olowo defense in disarray. The crowd erupted in cheers as he slotted the ball past the goalkeeper, giving LAHA a much-deserved lead. The second goal came in the 39th minute, with Skima once again showcasing his prowess by skillfully dribbling past two defenders before calmly finishing the move with a precise shot.

The victory propels LAHA into the next round of the competition, where they will face off against tougher opponents. The team, under the guidance of their coach, is confident of maintaining their winning streak as they continue their quest for the championship.

Speaking after the match, Skima expressed his delight at the team's performance. "It was a great game, and I'm happy to have contributed to the victory. The whole team played exceptionally well, and we're looking forward to the next round," he said.

The LAHA football team’s impressive form in the tournament has garnered widespread attention, with fans eagerly anticipating their next match. The team's unity and determination have been key to their success, and they remain focused on bringing the trophy home. 

LASUTH COMMISSIONS TWO ULTRAMODERN DENTAL CENTRES

 By Yomi Durojaye 

The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), in partnership with Messrs Oasis Nigeria Limited, has commissioned two new ultramodern Dental Suites located within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Building at the facility on Monday.

LASUTH COMMISSIONS TWO ULTRAMODERN DENTAL CENTRES

The Chief Medical Director of LASUTH, Prof. Adetokunbo Fabamwo, while commissioning the centres alongside representatives of Messrs Oasis and the Hospitals’s management staff, stated that the Dental Centre is a facility created to meet the growing demand of clients who seek exclusive, private, and expedited dental services. 

He said “This Centre leverages the same expertise of the highly skilled consultants that LASUTH is renowned to have. We are proud to partner with Messer Oasis Nigeria Limited to whom we provided the space which they  equipped and furnished to international standards”.

“We are operating an alternative partnership Dental Centre. This facility caters to clients who are willing to pay a slightly higher fee for fast-tracked, exclusive, and private care, while benefiting from the expertise of LASUTH personnel, our consultants and experts”. 

Fabamwo also noted that the SDG Building is rapidly becoming a central hub for cutting-edge medical services within LASUTH, revealing that plans are underway to commission an intensive care unit, an ultramodern modular theatre suite, and a high-dependency unit soon.

The CMD expressed his gratitude to Messrs Oasis Nigeria Limited for partnering with the hospital, especially during these challenging economic times. He also saluted Prof. Tuoyo Okoturo, the Head of the Dental Centre, in LASUTH, and his team for their hard work in conceptualising and planning this project, which has resulted in this beautiful edifice being officially opened for operations.

“We are contributing to the national efforts to retain our medical personnel and health workers. As we all know, one of the main drivers of the 'japa syndrome' is dissatisfaction with the working environment but Dental Surgeons working in a facility like this would have a sense of fulfilment carrying out their duties and may resist the urge to move to colder, less-friendly climates to work”, the Chief Medical Director concluded.

In a similar vein, Dr. Tuoyo Okoturo, Head of the Dental Centre, expressed deep gratitude to the Chief Medical Director of the hospital for his support. He recalled a meeting where the CMD passionately shared his vision for the Dental Centre, emphasising his consistent support for dentistry, which has always been backed by tangible actions. 

Dr. Okoturo assured the CMD of the full support and commitment of himself and all the Heads of Units in the Dental Centre to ensure the success of the initiative, pledging that they would work diligently to see the project thrive as envisioned. 

Mr. Frederick John, the representative of the Chief Executive Officer of Oasis Nigeria Limited, Dr. Tunde Olujobi, the LASUTH Partnership Dental Centre Manager, described the partnership with LASUTH as a significant advancement in providing top-tier healthcare to the community.

He emphasised that access to quality healthcare is a fundamental right, and through this collaboration, Oasis Nigeria Limited aims to support standards in accessibility and excellence that LASUTH has already established in healthcare. The clinic’s dedicated team of professionals is committed to delivering personalised and compassionate care to each patient.

Photo: Commercial Taxi Driver Wears Wife’s Gown To Work

 Photo:Ibadan Commercial Taxi Driver Wears Wife’s Gown To Work

Photo:Ibadan Commercial Taxi Driver Wears Wife’s Gown To Work

A commercial taxi driver, popularly known as a "micra" driver, surprised many by showing up to work in his wife’s dress.

 The driver, when asked about his unusual choice of attire, explained that whenever it rains, his clothes get soaked and take time to dry.

 To avoid this discomfort, he decided to wear his wife's gown instead. shocked

He added, "Whenever it's raining, my clothes get wet, so I wore my wife’s gown to stay dry." cheesy

LASG TRAINS OFFICERS ON FOOD SECURITY, CLIMATE CHANGE

By Yomi Durojaye 

As part of a strategy to enhance the capacity of officers in the State Civil Service, the Ministry of Establishments and Training has commenced a two-day training programme for Environmental and Agricultural officers.

 LASG TRAINS OFFICERS ON FOOD SECURITY, CLIMATE CHANGE

The training programme, with the theme: “Food Security and Climate Change” held recently at the Lagos Chambers of Commerce and Industry complex in Lagos.

While declaring the training programme open, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Establishments and Training, Mrs. Olubusola Abidakun noted that the training was apt and timely due to climate change as one of the factors causing food shortage in Nigeria.

According to her, the training was meant to equip officers with the knowledge and skills needed to develop and implement effective strategies that will protect the State’s food security systems and ensure a sustainable future.

Abidakun urged participants to embrace subsistence farming and be its advocate. This practice, she said, would help participants to have access to fresh farm produce thereby enabling a healthy lifestyle and ensuring an increase in supply of food in the state.

The importance of the training was exemplified by the presence of the facilitator, the Commissioner for Environment in Ogun State, Mr. Ola Oresanya, a former General Manager of Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), whose knowledge and expertise in the field of climate change would be a valuable advantage to the participants.

100 participants drawn from the Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Environment and Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency are attending the programme.

German, Bruno Labbadia, becomes 37th Head Coach of the Super Eagles

By Ayodele Ifasakin 

 

The Nigeria Football Federation has announced that it has reached an agreement with German tactician, Bruno Labbadia, to become the Head Coach of Nigeria’s Senior Men National Team, Super Eagles.

 

NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, said in the early hours of Tuesday: “The NFF Executive Committee has approved the recommendation of its Technical and Development Sub-Committee to appoint Mr. Bruno Labbadia as the Head Coach of the Super Eagles. The appointment is with immediate effect.”

 

 German, Bruno Labbadia, becomes 37th Head Coach of the Super Eagles

Born in Darmstadt, Germany on 8th February 1966, Labbadia, who won two caps for Die Mannschaft in his playing career that took him through clubs such as home-town team Darmstadt 98, Hamburger SV, FC Kaiserslautern, Bayern Munich, FC Cologne, Werder Bremen, Armenia Bielefeld and Karlsruher SC, triumphed in the German Bundesliga with Bayern Munich as a player in 1994. He coached famous names Hertha Berlin and VfB Stuttgart this decade, and previously, VfL Wolfsburg, Hamburger SV, Bayer Leverkusen, among others, and holds a UEFA Pro License.

 

He is only the sixth German, after Karl-Heinz Marotzke (who had two stints between 1970 and 1974), Gottlieb Göller (1981), Manfred Höner (1988-1989), Berti Vogts (2007-2008) and Gernot Rohr (2016-2021) to lead the Super Eagles. Höner led the Eagles to runner-up position at the 1988 Africa Cup of Nations, while Rohr qualified and led Nigeria to the 2018 FIFA World Cup finals in Russia.

 

Labbadi’s immediate challenge is to take charge of the three-time African champions for two 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Benin Republic (Saturday 7th September in Uyo) and Rwanda (Tuesday, 10th September in Kigali), with four other matches to conclude the qualifying race following in the months of October and November.

 

LIST OF SUPER EAGLES’ COACHES IN HISTORY

 

John Finch (England) – 1949

Daniel Anyiam (Nigeria) – 1954-1956; 1964-1965

Les Courtier (England) – 1956-1960

Moshe Beit Halevi (Israel) – 1960-1961

George Vardar (Hungary) – 1961-1963

Joey Blackwell (England) – 1963 – 1964

József Ember (Hungary) – 1965-1968

Sabino Barinaga (Spain) – 1968-1969

Peter ‘Eto’ Amaechina (Nigeria) – 1969-1970

Karl-Heinz Marotzke (Germany) – 1970-1971; 1974

Jorge Penna (Brazil) – 1972-1973

Jelisavčić ‘Father Tiko’ Tihomir (Yugoslavia) – 1974-1978

Otto Glória (Brazil) – 1979-1982

Gottlieb Göller (Germany) – 1981

Adegboye Onigbinde (Nigeria) – 1983-1984; 2002

Chris Udemezue (Nigeria) – 1984-1986

Patrick Ekeji (Nigeria) – 1985

Paul Hamilton (Nigeria) – 1987; 1989

Manfred Höner (Germany) – 1988-1989

Clemens Westerhof (Netherlands) – 1989-1994

Amodu Shaibu (Nigeria) – 1994-1995; 1996-1997; 2001-2002; 2008-2010

Johannes Bonfrere (Netherlands) – 1995-1996; 1999-2001

Philippe Troussier (France) – 1997

Monday Sinclair (Nigeria) – 1997-1998

Bora Milutinović (Yugoslavia) – 1998

Thijs Libregts (Netherlands) – 1999

Christian Chukwu (Nigeria) – 2002-2005

Augustine Eguavoen (Nigeria) – 2005-2007; 2010; 2022

Berti Vogts (Germany) – 2007-2008

Lars Lagerbäck (Sweden) – 2010

Samson Siasia (Nigeria) – 2010-2011; 2016

Stephen Keshi (Nigeria) – 2011-2014; 2015

Sunday Oliseh (Nigeria) – 2015-2016

Gernot Rohr (Germany) – 2016-2021

José Peseiro (Portugal) – 2022-2024

Finidi George (Nigeria) – 2024

Bruno Labbadia (Germany) – 2024-?

Bobrisky Narrates How He Fed Over 2500 Inmate

By Ayodele Ifasakin 

 

Bobrisky Narrates How He Fed Over 2500 Inmate

fed over 2,500 people in the maximum prison Kirikiri. The situation I met them was heartbreaking”- Bobrisky

 

Bobrisky Narrates How He Fed Over 2500 Inmate

Crossdresser, Bobrisky has claimed that while he was in prison, he fed over 2500 inmates.

In a post shared on Instagram on Sunday August 25, Bobrisky said the situation he met the inmates in prison left him heartbroken.

’I will always be proud of myself . I fed over 2,500 people in maximum prison Kirikiri. The situation i met them was heartbroken. I order 5 giant cows, 10 bag of rice, 5 full basket of tomatoes so i could feed them all and i also gave them money.

Nigerian Girls As Young As 13 Trafficked To Ivory Coast As Sex Workers

By Ayodele Ifasakin 

Nigerian Girls As Young As 13 Trafficked To Ivory Coast As Sex Workers 

A new report has revealed how girls as young as 13 from Nigeria are trafficked to Ivory Coast under the guise of selling 'body cream' only to be forced to undergo prostitution.

According to a new report by the Guardian UK, thousands of Nigerian girls were tricked with promises of work by agents taking advantage of the high unemployment level in the country.

Once they arrive in the city of Bouaké, the first words they are taught are “Alors baiser” and “c’est douce” which they use to initiate sexual activity and then to fake pleasure during the act.

A girl known as Sara reportedly said her mother’s best friend had told her she was going to the Ivorian city to sell body lotion. Instead, an older woman – a “madam” who had paid for her travel without her knowledge sent her to brothels in the city every night.

Sara (not her real name) says she is paid between 3,000–5,000 Central African Francs (CFA) – between £3.90 and £6.50 (N8,000-13,000 )– for every man she sleeps with for a “short time” and 25,000 CFA for an overnight stay. The money is split three ways between the brothel, Sara and the madam.

Three months after arriving in Bouaké, Sara is still waiting to earn enough to pay off debts of 2.5m CFA to the madam for travel, clothes, sustenance and bribes paid to agents, and return to Nigeria.

“She [the madam] took my Nigerian sim card when I came here, so I couldn’t call my people at home for the first month,” says Sara, who now goes by the name of Sugar and refused to give her real age.

Across Nigeria, recruiting agents go into rural communities or post in jobseekers’ groups on Facebook, talking ambiguously about hustles that yield plenty of rewards and sending photographs of girls and women they have recruited to known madams.

They coach recruits to tell immigration officials, who are sometimes aware of what is happening or simply don’t care enough to carry out proper scrutiny, that they are crossing the border to go to the nearby market in Cotonou, an auxiliary port for Nigeria.

Many recruits say, agents, who have been known to be a relative, do not accompany them on the journey but pass their numbers to other agents who guide them across the porous borders. With no means of identification, they gain access by paying bribes of 1,000-2,000 CFA, sometimes paid ahead to the driver by the agents.'' the report read

According to the paper, its reporters spoke to at least two dozen girls and women in the forest, some as young as 15. Some of them said they had been starved for refusing to work or beaten up by angry men who came to them for sex.

The report says many of the girls barely speak French and say they don’t know the country well enough to be able to escape.

Nigerian immigration officials who have managed to repatriate girls trapped as sex workers say they have seen girls as young as 13 that were trafficked.

“A lot of the girls we found claim to be over 18 and doing sex work of their own free will, but most of the time from their physical appearance, you know they are not,” says the former Nigerian official. “Tests to determine their age, such as scanning a wisdom tooth, cost about 50,000 CFA so you have to talk to them, but if they are insistent, you let them go back.”

The report concludes;

For Sara, the wait to return home goes on. She was in junior secondary school in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, before dropping out to travel to Ivory Coast. These days she is learning how to barter condoms for other items.

“I really don’t like the work I’m doing here. I miss my people at home,” she says.

Health: Why Resident Doctors Embarked On Nationwide Strike

By Ayodele Ifasakin 

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has declared a nationwide 7-day warning strike, commencing on Monday, August 26, 2024, at 12 am.

Health: Resident Doctors Embarked On Nationwide Strike 

The strike is in response to the abduction of Dr. Ganiyat Popoola, a registrar in the Department of Ophthalmology at the National Eye Centre, Kaduna.

Dr. Dele Abdullahi, President of NARD, announced the strike during an emergency meeting of the National Executive Council.

“The strike is total, and there will be no concessions or emergency care during this period,” he said.

Dr. Popoola was kidnapped on December 27, 2023, along with her husband and nephew. Although her husband was released in March, Dr. Popoola and her nephew remain in captivity after eight months.

Recall that NARD members protested against Dr. Popoola’s abduction on Thursday, August 15, in Lagos. The demonstration was organized by resident doctors of Federal Medical Centre, Ebute-Metta.

Nigerians’ Hope For Lower Cement Price Dims

 By Ayodele Ifasakin 

Speaking to Financial Vanguard on condition of anonymity, a top official of Lafarge Africa Plc, makers of Elephant Cement stated that the operating environment has not been favourable to the cement industry as input costs continue to soar daily. The source noted that the cost for the importation of the machine and its parts for maintenance have been rising due to exchange rate volatility.

Nigerians’ Hope For Lower Cement Price Dims

The source emphasised that the rise in inflation is also a concern to the industry, urging the government to quickly address the problem.

Another factor for the rise in the price of cement is the rising cost of energy. “The machines that are used in the cement industry consume gas and electricity supply is erratic and cannot be relied upon,” the source added.

Concerning the threat by the government to lift the importation of cement, Lafarge source said: “It is not the best option; the government should tackle the causes for inflation and provide the necessary infrastructure for production.”

Commenting on the cost of inputs used by the cement manufacturers, Kabiru Rabiu, Group Executive Director, BUA Cement, said: “If you look at production costs the mining cost is probably not more than 30% and that is the only local thing, but for instance, the energy cost is about 40 to 50% and is index to dollars.

“The price of gas that used to operate the cement plant went up a little bit, but it was not even the price that was the problem, it is more about the exchange rate, even though we pay in naira for the energy for the gas. What happened was that this gas was indexed to the US dollar.

For example, last year we paid gas at N418 and then it jumped up to N750 and today the last invoice was priced at N1500 “Also we all import our gypsum, yes in Sokoto, we use local gypsum, but we do import our gypsum which is also priced in US dollar and you clear it using the dollar as a benchmark and then you transport it to your site. The bag in which we put cement also is in dollars because we import polypropylene as well; as the exchange rate of dollars continues to rise, this price will continue to go up.

So it is a perception that has been created that 90% of cement is local. The reality is even though you could say so, but the reality is that everything is indexed to dollars.

The more the naira gets weaker the higher you see some of these input costs in our operation and unfortunately somebody has to bear the price.”

Dangote Cement to key into CNG by 2025

Meanwhile, as part of measures to tackle the rising cost of transportation, Dangote Cement has assured that it will key into the Federal Government’s agenda, to run all cement trucks on Compressed Natural Gas, CNG.

The Chairman Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, also disclosed the company’s ongoing efforts at ramping up production with the ongoing construction of a new plant of 6 million metric tonnes per annum at Itori, in Ewekoro Local Government Area of Ogun State, to spur the supply of cement which would have some positive effect on price in the long run.

Breaking: Lagos State Police acquires, assigned permanent phone numbers to DPOs

By Ayodele Ifasakin 

 Lagos State Police acquired and assigned permanent phone numbers to the Offices of Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) and other strategic officers.

Here is a list of dedicated phone numbers of police area commands and divisions in Lagos State:

*Area A*

– Area A: 09168627507

– Victoria Island: 09168630904

– Adeniji Adele: 09168572033

– Ebute-Ero: 09168629299

– Ikoyi: 09168628970

– L/Building: 09168628965

– Dolphin: 09168628982

– Onikan: 09168627519

*Area B*

– Area B: 09168630921

– Trinity: 09168630907

– Layeni: 09168627509

– Kirikiri: 09168628948

– Tolu: 09168628960

– Ajegunle: 09168628940

– Ijora-Badia: 09168628964

*Area C*

– Area C: 09168627513

– Iponri: 09168553406

– Aguda: 09168566217

– Orile: 09168628972

– Bode Thomas: 09168628951

– Denton: 09168630933

– Yaba: 09168627995

– Surulere: 09168628984

– Sabo: 09168628937

*Area D*

– Area D: 09168628979

– Isolo: 09168629298

– Ajao Estate: 09168627505

– Ago Okota: 09168629297

– Ejigbo: 09168630916

– Alakara: 09168630923

– Ijeshatedo: 09168628956

– Aswani: 09168620774

– Mushin: 09168628969

– Itire: 091686228980

– Ilasamaja: 09168628938

*Area E*

– Area E: 09168630939

– Ojo: 09168628926

– Okokomaiko: 09168628997

– Satellite: 09168628955

– Onireke: 09168628979

– FESTAC: 09168628988

– Trade Fair: 09168627515

– Iba: 09168630918

*Area F*

– Area F: 09168628963

– Ikeja: 09168630930

– Alausa: 09168628945

– Akinpelu: 09168628959

– Mosafejo: 09168567306

– Shogunle: 09168628937

– Makinde: 09168627520

– Ojodu: 09168630911

– Man-Centre: 09168628981

– Ilupeju: 09168628961

*Area G*

– Area G: 09168630968

– Dopemu: 09168630906

– Abattior: 09168628993

– Elere: 09168628994

– Isokoko: 09168628992

– Oko-Oba: 09168628407

– Alakuko: 09168605713

– Ijaiye-Ojokoro: 09168628941

– Pen-Cinema: 09168630914

*Area H*

– Area H: 09168628983

– Shomolu: 09168629245

– Ogudu: 09168630912

– Ketu: 09168627508

– Isheri: 09168628971

– Anthony: 09168628954

– Alapere: 09168630940

– Alade: 09168629281

– Oworoshoki: 09168628949

– Bariga: 09168629395

– Onipanu: 09168627506

– Ifako: 09168627506

*Area J*

– Area J: 09168628973

– Maroko: 09168630931

– Epe: 09168628995

– Ogombo: 09168630922

– Elemoro: 09168628968

– Langbasa: 09168628947

– Akodo: 09168628943

– Ajah: 09168627314

– Odo-Noforija: 09168627516

– LFTZ: 09168628959

– Ilasan: 09168628976

*Area K*

– Area K: 09168628985

– Badagry: 091686230917

– Ijanikin: 09168628998

– Seme: 09168628998

– Morogbo: 09168627511

– Ishashi: 09168627993

– Ilemba-Hausa: 09168568189

*Area L*

– Area L: 09168628962

– Ibese: 09168628944

– Takwa Bay: 09168628939

– Ilashe: 09168627512

– Igboologun: 09168630938

– Osolu Kingdom: 09168627517

*Area M*

– Area M: 09168630924

– Ikotun: 09168688099

– Igando: 09168630919

– Shasha: 09168628967

– Gowon-Estate: 09168627514

– Idimu: 09168628953

– Isheri-Oshun: 09168627994

*Area N*

– Area N: 09168627996

– Shagamu Rd: 09168630909

– Owutu: 09168630905

– Ipakodo: 09168628942

– Ikorodu: 09168628942

– Imota: 091686230910

– Ijede: 09168628990

– Ketu-Ereyun: 09168627510

– Owode-Onirin: 09168628977

– Agbowa: 09168630915

*Area P*

– Area P: 09168629392

– Ipaja: 09168628975

– Oke-Odo: 09168630937

– Alagbado: 09168630920

– Meiran: 09168628946

-Ayobo:09168627518.

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Demola Oladimeji

I’d Love To Return To Prison, I Will Still Spray Money – Bobrisky

Controversial cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has said he would love to go back to Kirikiri Correctional Centre.

DAILY POST recalls that Bobrisky was released on Monday, August 5, 2024, after serving six months imprisonment for abusing the naira by spraying it at parties.

He was sentenced to six months imprisonment on April 12, 2024, without the option of a fine by Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court, Lagos.

Appearing on the ‘Curiosity Made Me Ask’ show, hosted by content creator Bae U Barbie, Bobrisky said he would love to go back to jail

“I see my jail term as a vacation. You know, on vacation, you go and rest. I’ve been working so hard, and I think their decision was okay for me,” Bobrisky said.

“The decision was to break me, but sadly, nothing happened to Mummy of Lagos. I’m still fine, I’m still good, and I will continue to be fine and good.”

The host, Bae U, asked, “Prison fit you o! Would you like to go again?”

Bobrisky replied, “I would love to go, maybe for a short term like that again. Short term, not long-term.

“The reason why I would love to go again is that these people really want to break me. I have never seen anywhere you are going to sentence someone to prison for spraying money.

“It’s funny to me. Everything happened like a movie. Spraying of money? It’s my money. I’m not owing anybody money. I did not steal money. I did not kidnap, I did not rape. I did not kill anybody. I spent my own hard-earned money, and I was sentenced to where we have a lot of criminals.

“But like I always say, I’m a very strong person. If I have chosen this lifestyle to be who I wanna be, then I should be ready for the worst. And the worst that has happened is sending me to prison because, obviously, I did not do anything, I did not kill anybody.”

“I’m not an ex-convict because I can’t be convicted for spraying money. So I won’t accept it,” he said.

Bobrisky said he would now spray only dollars at events.

He said, “I am still going to spray money but I will only spray dollars not naira.

He added that he is not an ex convict because he cannot be convicted for spraying money.

I’d Love To Return To Prison, I Will Still Spray Money – Bobrisky

SANWO LISTENS’: LASG DISBURSES CHEQUES TO ANOTHER 150 BENEFICIARIES"

 By Yomi Durojaye 

The Lagos State Government, through the Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, has presented cheques to another 150 beneficiaries of the Sanwo-Olu Cares Social Intervention programme, an initiative aimed at addressing the needs of Lagosians.

SANWO LISTENS’: LASG DISBURSES CHEQUES TO ANOTHER 150 BENEFICIARIES

In his remarks at the event held at the Conference Room of the Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement recently, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Dr. Tajudeen Afolabi emphasised that the social intervention programme is one of the various efforts the administration is undertaking to improve the lives of vulnerable residents and provide adequate economic empowerment, especially with the ongoing hardship in the country.

Afolabi said:  “Every eligible and vulnerable citizen has a right to receive the support they need to overcome financial challenges and contribute to the State’s economic growth. Hence today’s event symbolises Mr. Governor’s dedication to his No One Will Be Left Behind philosophy. This is just the beginning of our commitment to ensuring that every Lagosian has the opportunity to thrive. Sanwo-Olu will continue to listen, understand, and respond to the needs of Lagosians”.

Explaining the application and selection process, Dr. Afolabi clarified that there is no form of discrimination in the selection process of the beneficiaries, noting that all recipients were selected based on their application, with detailed financial needs and how they planned to expend the funds, each beneficiary will be receiving a cheque of varying amounts, tailored to their individual need.

Appreciating the Lagos State Government, one of the beneficiaries, Mrs. Esther Akinbamire noted that the financial aid will be used for the medical expenses of her son, who is in dire need of urgent medical surgery.

She also appreciated the Senior Special Adviser to the Governor on Civic Engagement, Hon. Ruth Lijrin for promptly coming to her aid and contributing her quota towards the wellbeing of her ailing son.

Speaking in a similar vein, another beneficiary, Mrs. Naomi Onigbanjo, said the assistance came at a time she needed it most and she is incredibly grateful to be selected among many applicants.

Mr. Gani Dada, a retiree who is also one of the beneficiaries, expressed his gratitude for the financial relief, stating that it will help him sort out his medical bills and purchase the drugs needed for his ailment”.

Dignitaries present at the event include the Permanent Secretary, Office of Political, Legislative and Civic Engagement, Ms. Sholabomi Shasore; Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Civic Engagement, Hon. Ruth Lijrin; Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Political and Legislative, Hon. Saidi Balogun as well as Directors and Staff of the Office.