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Saturday, 8 March 2025

Harmony Gardens Takes A Swipe At Sahara Reporters Over Defamatory Publication Against Its CEO, Dr. Audullahi Saheed Mosadoluwa As It Seeks Apology, Legal Redress

 Eniola Ajose 


The management of Harmony Gardens and Estate Development Limited, has officially reacted to the misleading and malicious story fabricated by Sahara Reporters on Friday March 7, 2025 which purported that the CEO of the organization, Dr. Audullahi Saheed Mosadoluwa was shot by the personnel of Nigerian Navy and that his security aides were overpowered and detained at the naval base in the Oko Orisan near one of the Hon. Audullahi Saheed Mosadoluwa Majestic Bay Estate area of Epe, Lagos State.



The management wondered why Sahara Reporters was always known for peddling fake news about harmony Gardens and the CEO , promoting almost 21  falsehoods links on Sahara report with penchant for blackmail journalism and brazenly violating other ethical considerations required in professional and excellent journalism.


It further clarified that there was no altercation between its CEO and any military personnel in Epe but the Naval officers was infiltrated by Hire Assassin  who went inside his estate to assassinate him while also adding that Dr. Mosadoluwa was never shot at Naval Authority instruction but hire assailant nor his security aides attacked or detained.


The management maintained that the story should be dismissed in its entirety for lack of merit and truth. 


Although the management admitted that some armed naval officers forcefully gained access to their Estate while some assailants also attempted to assassinate the CEO alongside some customers on the said day. 


Narrating the ordeal further, the management decried the inter-agency rivalry that ensued between the mobile police officers and the naval personnel whereby vehicles were shot at within the premises and some of the armed mobile policemen on guard were also disarmed by the military personnel in flagrant abuse of power.. 


However, the intervention of Dr. Audullahi Saheed Mosadoluwa according to the management brought calm and normalcy embarrassing situation, adding that police and Naval authorities are now on top of the matter to ascertain truth

Thursday, 6 March 2025

BEN-GURION, UNILAG STUDENTS VISIT LAWMA … Explore Waste Management Strategies

 Eniola Ajose 


The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Tuesday, hosted students and faculty members from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel, and the University of Lagos (UNILAG), as part of their study tour on urban challenges and environmental sustainability.



The delegation, led by Prof. Lynn Schler, Head of the African Studies Department at Ben-Gurion University, Israel, was welcomed by the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, who provided an overview of LAWMA’s role in ensuring cleanliness across Lagos and its efforts to promote environmental sustainability.

He stated that LAWMA, established in 1977, emerged from the need to address the state's waste crisis experienced earlier, adding that the agency’s operations aligned with the THEMES+ agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration, with emphasis on health and environment.


Gbadegesin identified climate change as a major challenge, contributing to the influx of migrants to the state, many of whom take up scavenging as a means of survival, noting that LAWMA was working on properly integrating them into the waste management system in the state, through the 'Last Man Collector' initiative.

"We have approximately 3,000 scavengers at the Olusosun dumpsite alone. So far, we have enumerated about 5,000 of them, and our goal is to transition them to be better structured in the waste collection roles," he explained.

He further disclosed LAWMA’s plan to establish an upcycling center in Otto, one of the state’s oldest communities, with the aim of training young people in upcycling and other sustainable waste management practices, shifting from simply cleaning the state to implementing sustainable solutions that prevent waste from reaching public spaces.

Prof. Schler commended LAWMA’s waste management and environmental sustainabilty initiatives, applauding the Authority’s leadership and forward thinking strategies.

"If this were the only activity on our study tour, it would have been entirely worthwhile. The leadership and forward-thinking strategies at LAWMA are truly inspiring", she said.

Shira Lahav, a student of Ben-Gurion University, expressed her excitement about the program, emphasising the importance of international collaboration. "This experience exceeded my expectations. Learning about Lagos and its waste management system has been incredibly insightful," she said.

A history and strategic studies student from UNILAG, Femi Anjola Elizabeth, who joined the Israeli students on the tour, admitted that she knew little about how waste collection worked in Lagos before the visit.  She said, "I have seen PSP operators in my area, but today, I have gained a much deeper appreciation of the system."

The event also featured a question-and-answer session, where the students and faculty members engaged with the LAWMA boss on critical issues bordering on LAWMA’s operations, providing valuable insights into the challenges and solutions shaping waste management in one of Africa’s most populous cities.

For waste management-related issues, call LAWMA toll-free numbers: 080000LAWMA (08000052962), 07080601020, and 617, or visit www.lawma.gov.ng.

Kadiri Folashade (Mrs.)
Director, Public Affairs
04/03/2025



Monday, 3 March 2025

We'Re Ripe For Upgrade To A-Day- Model School, Lagos School Principal Appeals To Govt ...As School Rewards 2023/24 WASSCE Outstanding Students, Others

By Toheeb Adesina

L-R: GSC Principal, Mrs. Bola Alamu with President GSC Old Student Association, Mrs. Roseline Onalaja during a presentation of Gifts to one of the out gone student.


The Principal, Government Senior College, Agege and Award winning School Administrator, Mrs. Bola Alamu, has appealed to the Ministry of Basic & Secondary Education, and the Governor of the State, HE. Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu for the upgrade of the school into a day model college. 



Alamu stated this recently during her welcome address at the Y2023/24 Prize Giving Day for outstandings students at the School Hall in Agege.



"We have been agitating this for five years now. We have worked tirelessly to meet the expected standards and requirements and we are confident that we have what it takes to make this upgrade a reality.

"We are smart school with State-of-art facilities that are regularly evaluated and well-maintained with robust curriculum that prepares our students for success in academics and beyond.

"Our school environment is serene, inclusive, supportive and our teachers are highly qualified, dedicated and passionate about teaching.

Our students consistently excel in external examinations and competitions.

"We will continue to campaign for this upgrade and we are confident that our efforts will yield positive results soon". Alamu asserted.















Speaking at the event, Theme: Cultivating the Culture of Discipline:  Academic Excellence and beyond 

Topic: Discipline and Academic Excellence: Success Story.

Guest Speakers, Dr. Mrs. Olufumilola Sokenu, Lagos ANCOPSS President, Mr. Olushola Masheyi in a separate presentation, analysed the importance of Discipline in achieving an academic goal.

"Discipline helps you to minimizing distractions, allowing you to focus solely on your academic tasks. Whether it's turning off your phone or setting up a quiet study space, this level of focus enhances productivity and retention.

"Managing your time, prioritising, and building reading culture can never be achieved without proper discipline.

"Discipline is a vehicle that will pilot you to your desired academic goal, it helps create and stick to a study schedule. By allocating specific time blocks for study, rest, and other activities, you ensure that you're staying productive while avoiding procrastination.


During the Award presentation, Best Overall Students in WASSCE are
Ayorinde Wasilat from Science rewarded with Laptop, cash prize and Scholarship from Odunsi Memorial Scholarship Award, Akinwunmi Patience, Science and Jude Miracle were also rewarded with Laptops and cash gifts.

Others best outstanding students at the WASSCE were Wilson Faith, Awoleye Fiyinfoluwa, Nmeri Destiny, Tirimisiyu Damola, Olaiya Aisha.

In SS1-3 Overall best students, Ojeniyi Daniella, Ossai Adaora, Anwrua Zainab,  Amusa Rofiat, Babalola Benita, Olawunmi Oluwashinaayomi and numbers of outstanding students in various departments were also rewarded with cash prizes and gifts.

It was learnt that the event was proudly sponsored by 1980Set of the School Alumnae, as President Old Student Association, Mrs. Roseline Onalaja said this is one of the activities of giving back to the school that made them.

Present at the former Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Mrs. Bose Adelaja, Ologba of Ogbaland, HRM, Oba Abdullateef Oladimeji Egbeyemi, Members of GSC 1980Set, and other noted Stakeholders in the Education District 1.